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  • Page 3: Engine Serial Number

    This document discloses subject matter in which Bayliner has proprietary rights. The information and design disclosed herein were originated by and are the property of Bayliner. Neither receipt nor possession thereof confers or transfers any right to reproduce, copy, alter or disclose the document or any part thereof, any information contained therein, or to construct boats or any item from it, except by written permission from or written agreement with Bayliner.

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    CONTENTS Chapter 1: Welcome Aboard! Chapter 4: Controls & Gauges Dimensions & Tank Capacities 1 Steering 26 Dealer Service 1 Shift/Throttle Controls 26 Warranty Information 1 Power Trim & Tilt 26 Boating Experience 1 Gauges 26 Cleaning the Gauges 26 Engine &...
  • Page 5 Chapter 7: Deck Equipment Chapter 11: Electrical System Cleats & Bow/Stern Eyes 35 12-Volt DC System 48 Battery 48 Bow Mount Trolling Motor (If Equipped) 35 Fuses & Fuse Block 48 Ski-Tow Ring 35 12-Volt DC Accessory Outlet(s) 48 Ski-Tow Tower (If Equipped) 36 Alternator 48 Attaching the Ski-tow Rope 36 Electrical Routings 49...
  • Page 6 Hazard Boxes & Symbols The hazard boxes and symbols shown below are used throughout this supplement to call attention to potentially dan- gerous situations which could lead to either personal injury or product damage. Read all warnings carefully and fol- low all safety instructions.

  • Page 7: Chapter 1: Welcome Aboard

    • Bayliner offers a Limited Warranty on each new Bayliner purchased through an authorized Bayliner dealer. • A copy of the Limited Warranty was included in your owner’s packet. • If you did not get a copy of the Limited Warranty, please contact your Bayliner dealer or call 360-435-8957 for a copy.

  • Page 8: Engine & Accessory Guidelines

    Refer to the engine manual for engine RPM ratings. The engine should reach, but not exceed its full rated RPM when full-throttle is applied. Immediately contact your local Bayliner dealer if: • The engine cannot reach its full rated RPM when full-throttle is applied, or;...

  • Page 9: Structural Limitations

    237 • Owner’s Manual Supplement Chapter 1: Welcome Aboard! Structural Limitations The swim platform extension is designed to be lightweight for proper boat balance. The load limit for the swim plat- form extension is 30 pounds per square foot, evenly distributed. Qualified Maintenance WARNING! To maintain the integrity and safety of your boat, allow ONLY qualified personnel to perform...

  • Page 10: Safety Standards

    Chapter 1: Welcome Aboard! 237 • Owner’s Manual Supplement Safety Standards DANGER! FALLING and ROTATING PROPELLER HAZARD! • NEVER allow anyone to ride on parts of your boat NOT designed for such use. • Sitting on seat-backs, lounging on the forward deck, bow riding, gun- wale riding or occupying the transom platform while underway is especially hazardous and WILL cause personal injury or death.

  • Page 11: Carbon Monoxide (Co)

    237 • Owner’s Manual Supplement Chapter 1: Welcome Aboard! Carbon Monoxide (CO) DANGER! • Carbon monoxide gas (CO) is colorless, odorless, tasteless, and extremely dangerous. • ALL engines, generators, and fuel burning appliances produce CO as exhaust. • Prolonged exposure to low concentrations or very quick exposure to high concentrations WILL cause BRAIN DAMAGE or DEATH.

  • Page 12: Where & How Co Can Accumulate

    Chapter 1: Welcome Aboard! 237 • Owner’s Manual Supplement Where & How CO Can Accumulate Stationary conditions that increase CO accumulations include: A. Using engine, generator, or other fuel burn- B. Mooring too close to another boat that is ing device when boat is moored in a con- using its engine, generator, or other fuel fined space.

  • Page 13: Co Checklists

    237 • Owner’s Manual Supplement Chapter 1: Welcome Aboard! CO Checklists Trip Checklist Make sure you know where the exhaust outlets are located on your boat. Educate all passengers about the symptoms of CO poisoning and where CO may accumulate. When docked, or rafted with another boat, be aware of exhaust emissions from the other boat.

  • Page 14: Warning Labels

    Chapter 1: Welcome Aboard! 237 • Owner’s Manual Supplement Warning Labels...

  • Page 15: Chapter 2: Locations

    237 • Owner’s Manual Supplement Chapter 2: Locations Exterior Views Hull Views...

  • Page 16: Deck Views

    Chapter 2: Locations 237 • Owner’s Manual Supplement Deck Views...

  • Page 17: Helm

    237 • Owner’s Manual Supplement Chapter 2: Locations Helm NOTE: TYPICAL HELM LAYOUT SHOWN ACTUAL LAYOUT MAY VARY DEPENDING ON ENGINE AND ACCESSORY OPTIONS...

  • Page 18: Component Locations

    Chapter 2: Locations 237 • Owner’s Manual Supplement Component Locations 12-Volt DC Accessory Outlets (2 Total): • One is located at the helm. • One is located on the starboard aft corner of the deck. 12-Volt DC Fuse Block: Located under the helm.
  • Page 19 237 • Owner’s Manual Supplement Chapter 2: Locations 12-Volt DC Trolling Motor Circuit Breaker (If Equipped) (There are two possible locations): • Located under the star- board bow seat cushion, • Located inside the port cockpit hatch, behind the trash can. 12-Volt DC Trolling Motor Recepta- cle (If Equipped): Located on the port side of the forward deck.
  • Page 20 Chapter 2: Locations 237 • Owner’s Manual Supplement Battery: Located in the port aft corner of the engine compartment. Bilge Pumps: • The aft bilge pump is located in the engine compartment bilge. • The forward bilge pump is located in the cockpit aft floor hatch.
  • Page 21 237 • Owner’s Manual Supplement Chapter 2: Locations Blower Switch: Located at the helm. Depth Finder Transducer: Located in the engine com- partment bilge. Depth Finder Trans- ducer (If Equipped): Located on the hull.
  • Page 22 Chapter 2: Locations 237 • Owner’s Manual Supplement Freshwater Fill Deck Fitting (marked WATER): Located on the port deck. Freshwater Pump: Located inside the port cockpit hatch, behind the trash can. Freshwater Pump Switch: Located at the helm.
  • Page 23 237 • Owner’s Manual Supplement Chapter 2: Locations Freshwater Tank: Located inside the port cockpit hatch, behind the trash can. Fuel Fill Deck Fitting (marked GAS): Located on the starboard aft corner of the deck. Fuel Tank: Located in the forward area of the engine compartment.
  • Page 24 Chapter 2: Locations 237 • Owner’s Manual Supplement Livewell Aerator Con- trol Valve (If Equipped): • Located inside the livewell. • Access by removing the port bow seat cush- ion and lifting the livewell hatch. Livewell Pump Switch (If Equipped): Located at the helm.
  • Page 25 237 • Owner’s Manual Supplement Chapter 2: Locations Navigation Lights: • Red and green light on the forward deck. • White all-round light on the engine hatch, or on the ski-tow tower. Portable Toilet: Located inside the head compartment forward of the helm.
  • Page 26 Chapter 2: Locations 237 • Owner’s Manual Supplement Transom Shower: Located on the starboard aft corner of the deck. Trim & Tilt Pump: Located in the starboard aft corner of the engine compartment.
  • Page 27 237 • Owner’s Manual Supplement Chapter 2: Locations Trolling Motor (If Equipped): Located on the port side of the forward deck. Trolling Motor Bat- tery (If Equipped) (There are 2 possible locations): • Located inside the forward floor hatch. • Located inside the port cockpit hatch, behind the trash can.

  • Page 28: Chapter 3: Propulsion & Related Systems

    237 • Owner’s Manual Supplement Chapter 3: Propulsion & Related Systems Engine Read the engine operation and maintenance manuals before starting or working on the engine. Bilge Blower System WARNING! FIRE and EXPLOSION HAZARD! Fuel vapors can explode! BEFORE starting the engine: 1.

  • Page 29: Fuel System

    237 • Owner’s Manual Supplement Chapter 3: Propulsion & Related Systems Fuel System WARNING! FIRE, EXPLOSION, and OPEN FLAME HAZARD! • It is very important that the fuel system be inspected thoroughly the first time it is filled and at each subsequent filling. •...

  • Page 30: Fuel Filters

    Chapter 3: Propulsion & Related Systems 237 • Owner’s Manual Supplement Fuel Filters • The fuel pickup tube, located inside the fuel tank, is equipped with a fine mesh screen filter. • Also, when supplied by the engine manufacturer, a fuel filter is installed on the engine. •...

  • Page 31: Quick Oil Drain System

    237 • Owner’s Manual Supplement Chapter 3: Propulsion & Related Systems Quick Oil Drain System The quick oil drain hose assembly was attached to the engine oil pan at the factory. However, some minor assembly is still needed before you can use this system. How to install the quick oil drain system: 1.

  • Page 32: Chapter 4: Controls & Gauges

    237 • Owner’s Manual Supplement Chapter 4: Controls & Gauges Steering • Your boat features a power-assisted rack-and-pinion steering system. • For information about the power-assist fluid reservoir, refer to the engine operation and maintenance manual. • Boat steering is not self-centering. •...

  • Page 33: Chapter 5: Navigation Equipment

    237 • Owner’s Manual Supplement Chapter 5: Navigation Equipment Read the manuals for all navigation & communication equipment before using these systems. Depth Finder WARNING! • Do NOT use the depth finder as a navigational aid to prevent collision, grounding, boat damage or personal injury.

  • Page 34: Chapter 6: Plumbing

    237 • Owner’s Manual Supplement Chapter 6: Plumbing Bilge Pumps NOTICE Discharge of oil, oil waste, or fuel into navigable waters is prohibited by law. Violators are sub- ject to legal action by the local authorities. • Your boat has two bilge pumps for pumping water out of the bilge.

  • Page 35: Autofloat Switches

    237 • Owner’s Manual Supplement Chapter 6: Plumbing Checking for clogging debris: 1. Remove the pump motor from the PUMP housing: "O" RING MOTOR HOUSING a. Lift the tab while rotating the fins counter-clockwise. b. Lift out the pump motor. c.

  • Page 36: Seawater Systems

    Chapter 6: Plumbing 237 • Owner’s Manual Supplement Seawater Systems Seacocks WARNING! FLOODING and SWAMPING HAZARD! • Close the seacock(s) when leaving your boat unattended for any length of time. • If a seacock is left open, a hose failure could flood the bilge, swamp the battery and the engine, and even sink your boat.

  • Page 37: Livewell System

    237 • Owner’s Manual Supplement Chapter 6: Plumbing Livewell System WARNING! FLOODING and SWAMPING HAZARD! • NEVER leave your boat unattended while the livewell system is running. • Any leak or break in this system may allow large amounts of water to flood the bilge, which could swamp the battery(s), and even sink your boat.

  • Page 38: Freshwater System

    Chapter 6: Plumbing 237 • Owner’s Manual Supplement Freshwater System WARNING! • ONLY use safe drinking (potable) water in your boat’s freshwater system. • ONLY use FDA approved "drinking water safe" hoses when filling the freshwater tank. • NEVER use common garden hoses for drinking water. •...

  • Page 39: Freshwater System Winterization

    237 • Owner’s Manual Supplement Chapter 6: Plumbing Freshwater System Winterization 1. Turn Off the water heater breaker switch. NOTE: Tag or Mark the water heater breaker switch to prevent it from being turned On while the water heater tank is empty. 2.

  • Page 40: Drain Systems

    Chapter 6: Plumbing 237 • Owner’s Manual Supplement Drain Systems Deck Drains • Water on the deck is drained overboard through the deck drains. • Keep the deck drains free of debris. Sink Drains The cockpit sink drain is above the waterline and is gravity drained overboard. Portable Toilet NOTICE Check with local authorities for regulations regarding the legal use of marine head systems.

  • Page 41: Chapter 7: Deck Equipment

    237 • Owner’s Manual Supplement Chapter 7: Deck Equipment Cleats & Bow/Stern Eyes WARNING! PERSONAL INJURY and/or PRODUCT or PROPERTY DAMAGE HAZARD! NEVER lift your boat using the bow/stern eyes or the cleats. Read the section on towing in the Sport Boat Owner’s Manual before: •...

  • Page 42: Ski-Tow Tower (If Equipped)

    Chapter 7: Deck Equipment 237 • Owner’s Manual Supplement Ski-Tow Tower (If Equipped) WARNING! PERSONAL INJURY and/or PRODUCT or PROPERTY DAMAGE HAZARD! Failure to follow these guidelines can result in injury or death: • Read ALL warning labels on ski-tow tower. •...

  • Page 43: Folding Ski-Tow Tower

    237 • Owner’s Manual Supplement Chapter 7: Deck Equipment Folding Ski-tow Tower WARNING! PERSONAL INJURY and/or PRODUCT or PROPERTY DAMAGE HAZARD! • Folding or unfolding the ski-tow tower is a two person task. • BEFORE each use of the boat and BEFORE each use of the folding ski-tow tower, make sure the lock-down bolts are tightened firmly.

  • Page 44: Canvas

    Chapter 7: Deck Equipment 237 • Owner’s Manual Supplement Canvas CAUTION PRODUCT or PROPERTY DAMAGE HAZARD! Take down and securely stow ALL canvas & vinyl BEFORE your boat is transported by road. NOTICE BEFORE cleaning and/or stowing your canvas, read the Canvas Care section, later in this chapter.

  • Page 45: Forward Bimini Top (If Equipped)

    237 • Owner’s Manual Supplement Chapter 7: Deck Equipment Forward Bimini Top (If Equipped) 1. Insert the end eyes of the main bow (A) into the deck hinges (B) and insert the securing pins. 2. Insert the end eyes of the aft braces (C) into the deck hinges (D) and insert the securing pins.

  • Page 46: Canvas Care

    Chapter 7: Deck Equipment 237 • Owner’s Manual Supplement Canvas Care • After each use, especially in saltwater, rinse the canvas with cold freshwater. • Before stowing, let the canvas air-dry completely. • The canvas can be rolled or folded for stowage. Cleaning the Canvas CAUTION NEVER use detergents when washing the canvas.

  • Page 47: Chapter 8: Entertainment Systems

    237 • Owner’s Manual Supplement Chapter 8: Entertainment Systems Audio Equipment NOTICE AM radio reception may be impaired when the engine is running. Read the manufacturer’s instruction manual before using the audio equipment.

  • Page 48: Chapter 9: Convertible Seats, Beds, & Tables

    237 • Owner’s Manual Supplement Chapter 9: Convertible Seats, Beds, & Tables Stowage Areas STOW BOARDS & SMALL CUSHION IN ALSO STOW AFT CASTING SEAT ORDER SHOWN. TIP BOARDS SECURE BOARDS & CUSHION IN THIS COMPARTMENT FORWARD TO DODGE WITH STRAPS CUPHOLDERS STOW POST FOR AFT CASTING SEAT BY...

  • Page 49: Bow Sunlounge Conversion

    237 • Owner’s Manual Supplement Chapter 9: Convertible Seats, Beds, & Tables Bow Sunlounge Conversion 1. Remove the table (A) and the table leg (B). 2. Securely store the table (A) and the table leg (B) in the storage area inside the head compartment. 3.
  • Page 50 Chapter 9: Convertible Seats, Beds, & Tables 237 • Owner’s Manual Supplement 4. Unfold the support leg (E) of the middle filler board (F) and securely place the filler board on the recessed edges of the seat cushion bases. 5. Unfold the support leg (G) of the aft filler board (H) and securely place the filler board on the recessed edges of the seat cushion bases.

  • Page 51: Removable Fishing Seats (If Equipped)

    237 • Owner’s Manual Supplement Chapter 9: Convertible Seats, Beds, & Tables Removable Fishing Seats (If Equipped) DANGER! FALLING and ROTATING PROPELLER HAZARD! • NEVER allow anyone to ride on parts of your boat NOT designed for such use. • Sitting on a fishing seat while underway is especially hazardous and WILL cause personal injury or death.

  • Page 52: Chapter 10: Lights

    237 • Owner’s Manual Supplement Chapter 10: Lights Care & Maintenance All of the lights installed on your boat are of top quality, but you should be aware that failure may periodically occur for a variety of reasons: 1. There may be a blown fuse - replace the fuse. 2.

  • Page 53: Chapter 11: Electrical System

    237 • Owner’s Manual Supplement Chapter 11: Electrical System DANGER! EXTREME FIRE, SHOCK and EXPLOSION HAZARD! • To minimize the risks of fire and explosion, NEVER install knife switches or other arcing devices in the fuel compartment. • NEVER substitute automotive parts for marine parts. Marine electrical, ignition, and fuel system parts were designed and manufactured to comply with rules and regulations that minimize risks of fire and explosion.

  • Page 54: 12-Volt Dc System

    Chapter 11: Electrical System 237 • Owner’s Manual Supplement 12-Volt DC System Battery • The battery supplies electricity for lights, 12-volt accessories and engine starting. • The Electrical section of Chapter 8 in the Sport Boat Owner’s Manual provides battery care and maintenance instructions.

  • Page 55: Electrical Routings

    237 • Owner’s Manual Supplement Chapter 11: Electrical System Electrical Routings 12-Volt DC Hull Harness...

  • Page 56: 12-Volt Dc Deck Harness

    Chapter 11: Electrical System 237 • Owner’s Manual Supplement 12-Volt DC Deck Harness...

  • Page 57: 12-Volt Dc Digital Depth Finder & Trolling Motor Harness (If Equipped)

    237 • Owner’s Manual Supplement Chapter 11: Electrical System 12-Volt DC Digital Depth Finder & Trolling Motor Harness (If Equipped)

  • Page 58: 12-Volt Dc Fish Pack Harness (If Equipped)

    Chapter 11: Electrical System 237 • Owner’s Manual Supplement 12-Volt DC Fish Pack Harness (If Equipped) Battery Cable Routings...

  • Page 59: Important Records

    237 • Owner’s Manual Supplement Important Records Selling Dealer Key Numbers Name Of Dealership Ignition Other Address Electronics Phone/FAX/E-mail Manufacturer Model Name/Number Sales Manager Serial Number Service Manager Manufacturer Model Name/Number Engine Serial Number Manufacturer Model Name/Number Engine Serial Number Manufacturer Model Name/Number Oil Type/SAE...

  • Page 60: Float Plan

    237 • Owner’s Manual Supplement Float Plan Before going boating, fill out a copy of this float plan (or similar) and leave it with a reliable person whom you can depend on to contact the Coast Guard or other rescue organization, if you do not return as scheduled. Description of Boat Persons Onboard Registration/Documentation Number...
  • Page 61 237 • Owner’s Manual Supplement Float Plan Survival Equipment Trip Expectations Marine Radio (Yes/No) Type Frequencies Departing From Number of PFDs Flares (Yes/No) Mirror (Yes/No) Departure Date Departure Time Smoke Signals (Yes/No) Flashlight (Yes/No) Food (Yes/No) Stopover 1 Water (Yes/No) Anchor (Yes/No) Raft/Dinghy (Yes/No) Arrive No Later Than: Date...
  • Page 62 Owner’s Notes...
  • Page 64 Part Number 1838571 Bayliner • P.O. Box 9029 • Everett, WA 98206 • 360-435-5571...

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