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  • Page 1 COBALT BOATS Owner’s Manual...
  • Page 2 We Wish You Safe and Happy Boating! Your Cobalt boat was built to meet or exceed all applicable boat building standards at the time of manufacture. Your Cobalt boat was inspected and certified prior to introduction, and periodic inspections of this model are conducted in-plant to ensure continued compliance.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    ABLE OF ONTENTS 336 Owner’s Manual GENERAL INFORMATION WELCOME....................1-1 CERTIFICATE OF LIMITED WARRANTY ..........1-2 INTRODUCTION..................1-4 Intended Use ..................1-4 Craft Design Category................1-4 OWNER RESPONSIBILITY/WARRANTY PROCEDURE ......1-5 Before Operating .................. 1-5 Warranty Service Requirements ............1-5 Extended Service Agreement...............
  • Page 4 Before You Start................... 3-1 Fire/Explosion ..................3-1 FIRST-TIME OPERATION................. 3-1 FUEL ......................3-2 Fuel Requirements ................3-2 Fueling ....................3-2 LAUNCHING ....................3-5 Launching Checklist ................3-5 On the Water..................3-5 Boarding ....................3-5 Loading ....................3-5 Shipshape .................... 3-5 336 Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 5: Able Of

    Battery Switches / Windlass Breaker ..........3-37 AUTOMATIC CHARGING RELAY (ACR) ..........3-37 CUDDY CABIN ACCESS DOOR ............. 3-38 CABIN DISTRIBUTION PANELS............. 3-38 Main Electrical Panel................3-39 ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS ................. 3-39 DC Electrical..................3-39 AC Electrical..................3-40 SHORE POWER CONNECTION............. 3-41 336 Owner’s Manual...
  • Page 6 Water System..................4-9 FIRE SUPPRESSION EQUIPMENT............4-9 ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS................4-9 CIRCUIT BREAKER PANEL..............4-10 LIGHTING/BULB REPLACEMENT............4-11 BATTERY CONNECTIONS ..............4-12 JUMP-START STUDS ................4-12 INTERIOR/EXTERIOR CARE VINYL INTERIOR AND UPHOLSTERY............. 5-1 Care and Cleaning of Vinyl ..............5-1 336 Owner’s Manual...
  • Page 7 BILGE....................... 5-10 MARINE GROWTH .................. 5-10 MAINTENANCE AND TROUBLESHOOTING SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE AND SERVICE ........6-1 Maintenance Schedule................. 6-1 Break-In....................6-2 Before Each Use .................. 6-2 Every 50 Hours..................6-2 Every 100 Hours................... 6-3 Monthly....................6-3 Quarterly....................6-3 336 Owner’s Manual...
  • Page 8 During Operation .................. 7-2 Returning to Port .................. 7-2 Stopping the Engines ................7-2 After Boating ..................7-2 SERVICE LOG................... 7-3 FUEL LOG ....................7-4 FLOAT PLAN ..................... 7-5 BOAT INFORMATION ................7-6 WARRANTY TRANSFER FORM............... 7-7 336 Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 9: Owner's Manual

    ECTION 336 Owner’s Manual ENERAL NFORMATION WELCOME Dear New Cobalt Owner, From all of us at the factory and from your authorized Cobalt dealer, thank you for purchasing a Cobalt boat. We greatly appreciate your business and look forward to a long and enjoyable relationship with you as part of the Cobalt family.

  • Page 10: Certificate Of Limited Warranty

    (10) deterioration (i.e.: fading, oxidation, discoloration) to the gelcoat finish of any Cobalt boat with colored (non-white) gelcoat located below the static waterline; (11) damage or failure related to alteration, modification, misuse, neglect, negligence, accident or failure to provide reasonable care and maintenance of such Cobalt boat. 336 Owner’s Manual...
  • Page 11 Service Agreement is administered by a third party. For more information regarding this coverage and obtaining service, refer to the Extended Service Agreement booklet in your boat bag. All warranties, Cobalt and Extended Service are transferable and transfer fees are applicable. 336 Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 12: Introduction

    13' 1.44" (4 m) and above, and is largely self-sufficient. Abnormal conditions such as hurricanes are excluded. Such conditions may be encountered on extended voyages, for example across oceans, or inshore when unsheltered from the wind and waves for several hundred nautical miles. 336 Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 13: Owner Responsibility/Warranty Procedure

    Cobalt boat to anyone other than an authorized Cobalt dealer, please refer to the Warranty Transfer Form on the last page of this manual. If the proper transfer procedures are not followed, future warranty may be denied. 336 Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 14: Certifications

    Ultimately, the goal of the program is to improve integrated product quality and customer satisfaction as well as to reduce warranty visits and costs. 336 Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 15: Warning Labels

    COBALT BOATS “MEET U.S. EPA EVAP STANDARDS USING CERTIFIED COMPONENTS” Hydraulic Swim Platform Helm (U.S. Only) WARNING AVOID OBSTRUCTION OF NAVIGATION LIGHTS AND POSSIBLE COLLISION. REMOVE CANVAS BEFORE USING NAVIGATION OR ANCHOR LIGHTS. Aft Sun Pad Navigation Light COB_0018_A 336 Owner’s Manual...
  • Page 16 USE BOTH TURN LOCKS TO SECURE DOOR. Walk-Through Door/Windshield CAUTION FOOT CAN SLIP THROUGH RUNG CAUSING BODILY INJURY, CLOSE CABIN DOOR BEFORE USING FORE DECK LADDER Companionway Area Helm Helm (California Only) (actual capacity varies by model) Engine Compartment COB_0019_A 336 Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 17: Publications

    FATHOM – Unit of depth or measure; 1 fathom equals 6 feet. BUNKS – Carpeted trailer hull supports. FENDERS – Objects placed alongside the boat for BURDENED BOAT – Term for the boat that must cushioning. Sometimes called bumpers. “give-way” to boats with the right-of-way. 336 Owner’s Manual...
  • Page 18 TRANSOM – The transverse beam across the NMMA – National Marine Manufacturers stern. Association. TRIM – Fore to aft and side to side balance of the boat when loaded. 1-10 336 Owner’s Manual...
  • Page 19 WAKE – The waves that a boat leaves behind when moving through the water. WATERWAY – A navigable body of water. WINDLASS – An electric winch to raise the anchor. 336 Owner’s Manual 1-11...

  • Page 20: Symbols

    Caution Hour Meter STOP Engine Engine Fuel Grease Height Holding Horn Stop Tank Above Water Tank Ignition Overall Lift Light Navigation Tank Switch Length Point Lights Trim Water Windshield Safety Alert Tabs Tank Wipers Symbol COB_0030_A 1-12 336 Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 21: Specifications

    Bridge Clearance w/Arch or Tower 8' 10'' (2.69 m) Draft Drive Up 24'' (0.61 m) Draft Drive Down 35'' (0.90 m) Dry Weight 12,300 lbs (5579 kg) Boat Certified Capacity Yacht Certified Boat Certified Capacity w/gear Yacht Certified 336 Owner’s Manual 1-13...

  • Page 22: Layout

    COCKPIT GALLEY CONCEALED ICE CHEST DINETTE TABLE STARBOARD WASTE DECK PLATE FUEL TANK FILL WATER TANK FILL PORT FUEL TANK FILL GENERATOR ACCESS NAVIGATION LIGHT RECEPTACLE TRANSOM STORAGE / SHORE POWER ICE CHEST INLET SKI TOW COB_0345_A 1-14 336 Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 23: Propeller Application Chart

    TWIN V8-300-G VOLVO TWIN V8-320 1.95 FH4’s 481404 3885840 VOLVO TWIN V8-350 2.14 FH5’s 481405 3851495 VOLVO TWIN V8-350-G 2.32 FH7’s 481407 3885843 VOLVO TWIN V8-380 2.14 FH5’s 481405 3851495 VOLVO TWIN V8-430 2.14 FH6’S 481406 3885842 336 Owner’s Manual 1-15...

  • Page 24: Alphabetical Index

    Engine ....... 6-7 Care and Cleaning of Vinyl ....5-1 Engine/Propulsion/Cooling System ..6-3 1-16 336 Owner’s Manual...
  • Page 25 Helm and Instrumentation ....3-22 Mooring Buoys ......2-23 336 Owner’s Manual 1-17...
  • Page 26 Required Safety Equipment....2-2 Symbols ......1-12 1-18 336 Owner’s Manual...
  • Page 27 Woodgrain Dash ..... . . 5-5 Zippers......5-10 336 Owner’s Manual 1-19...
  • Page 28 COBAL T DAY CRUISER ECTION NOTES 1-20 336 Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 29: Owner/Operator Responsibilities

    ECTION 336 Owner’s Manual ESPONSIBILITIES AND AFETY Your safety, the safety of your passengers, and While operating the boat, the owner/operator is other boaters are among your responsibilities as responsible for: operator of this boat. Your boat must be in •...

  • Page 30: Required Safety Equipment

    Fire Extinguisher All inboard/outboard boats must carry an appropriate portable marine type fire extinguisher in operable condition and accessible location. Your Cobalt boat is equipped with a portable fire extinguisher and may have a fixed system fire extinguisher. 336 Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 31: Recommended Spare Parts

    To find boating safety courses in your area, call your state’s local boating agency or the USCG The fuel system consists of a permanent tank with boating safety course line at 800-336-2628 an air vent system, fuel level sensor and fuel fill (800-245-2628 in Virginia).

  • Page 32: Electrical Systems

    • Check electrical circuits (lights, pumps, horn, etc.) for proper operation. • Check that steering system operates properly. • Be sure the boat is not overloaded. • Check that all maintenance has been performed. 336 Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 33: Operation Checklist

    Do not discharge or dispose of fuel or oil into the water; it is prohibited and you can be fined. These are two common, accidental types of discharge: • Overfilling the fuel tanks • Pumping contaminated bilge water 336 Owner’s Manual...
  • Page 34 There is a tremendous drain on our fishery waste discharge. resources. Over-fishing and pollution have strained the fish population. Do your part by keeping only what you will eat and practice catch-and-release. 336 Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 35: Components, Maintenance And Repairs

    If the boat life. is abandoned, swim upwind, far enough to avoid fuel that may spread over the surface of the water. 336 Owner’s Manual...
  • Page 36 If you experience a propulsion, steering or control failure, immediately turn off the engines. Release the anchor to prevent drifting. Try to determine the failure and repair, if possible. Otherwise, call or signal for assistance. 336 Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 37: Lifesaving Equipment

    Federal law requires at least one Type I, II, III or V TYPE III Personal Flotation Device (PFD) for each person FLOTATION AIDS onboard or being towed, and at least one Type IV KC-0042C throwable PFD in the boat. 336 Owner’s Manual...
  • Page 38 • A Type V PFD must be worn to be counted toward the minimum carriage requirements. • Special PFDs are available for skiing and other water sports. These PFDs are constructed with materials suitable for high impact falls. 2-10 336 Owner’s Manual...
  • Page 39 Radar Reflectors Radar reflectors allow you to be seen by other vessels’ radar within your area. Mount the reflector as high as possible on the radar arch. 336 Owner’s Manual 2-11...

  • Page 40: Safety

    Indicates a hazardous situation which, if Seating not avoided, will result in death or Keep your passengers seated in seats. The boat’s serious injury. bow, gunwale, transom platform and seat backs are not intended for use as seats while underway. 2-12 336 Owner’s Manual...
  • Page 41 • Stow gear below deck and batten down equipment on deck. • Reduce speed and head for a safe place that you can easily reach. If you lose power, keep the boat headed into the waves by using the anchor. 336 Owner’s Manual 2-13...
  • Page 42 Federal and state law prohibit blast from your horn or whistle once every minute. operating a boat under the influence of Additionally, have passengers wear PFDs and alcohol and other drugs. These observe for oncoming vessels. regulations are actively enforced. 2-14 336 Owner’s Manual...
  • Page 43 Seek medical attention if transom platform while engines are running. necessary. Ventilation Your Cobalt boat may be equipped with carbon monoxide (CO) detector(s), if your boat is a cabin type or built with an enclosed changing area. 336 Owner’s Manual 2-15...
  • Page 44 Operating with high bow angle. Exhausts traveling along obstruction. Exhausts from other vessels in confined areas. Operating at slow speed or while dead in the water. Operating with canvas tops and side curtains in place without ventilation. COB_0033_A 2-16 336 Owner’s Manual...
  • Page 45 Road” for both federal and state waterways; you must stop if signaled to do so by enforcement Noise limits are regulated in many areas. Be sure officers, and permit to be boarded as asked. to follow regulations and be courteous. 336 Owner’s Manual 2-17...

  • Page 46: Water Sports Safety

    • Do not use any fuel burning appliances with a liability arising from such assistance. transom exhaust port when swimming from the stern swim platform. DANGER Avoid injury or death. DO NOT practice unsafe water sports. 2-18 336 Owner’s Manual...
  • Page 47 The USCG issued a corrective action. Seek medical SAFETY ALERT on August 28, 2001, which covers attention if necessary. some issues regarding improper use of the boarding ladder/swim platform. The SAFETY ALERT and portions of the information follow: 336 Owner’s Manual 2-19...

  • Page 48: Safety Alert From August 28, 2001

    In general, boats with less maneuverability have right-of-way over more agile craft. You must stay clear of the vessel with right-of-way and pass to his stern. 2-20 336 Owner’s Manual...
  • Page 49 12 O'CLOCK STAND-ON (PRIVILEGED) VESSEL HONK HONK HONK HONK HONK HONK DANGER ZONE GIVE-WAY (BURDENED) VESSEL PASSING PASSING MEETING PORT TO STARBOARD TO HEAD TO PORT STARBOARD HEAD COB_0034_A 4 O'CLOCK COB_0005_A 336 Owner’s Manual 2-21...

  • Page 50: Aids To Navigation

    Buoys with unique light-flashing characteristics are identified on nautical charts with the specific Protect your night vision by avoiding bright lights flashing pattern. and have a passenger, if possible, help keep watch for other boats, water hazards and aids to navigation. 2-22 336 Owner’s Manual...
  • Page 51 Regulatory markers are white with orange geometric shapes and also have orange bands near the top and at the water line of the buoy. You must obey regulatory markers (see below). CONTROLLED DANGER BOATS INFORMATION AREA KEEP OUT KC-1903 336 Owner’s Manual 2-23...
  • Page 52 Quick Flashing Flashing Occulting Starboard Side Even Numbers Daymark Nun Buoy Lighted Buoy KC-1909 WHITE LIGHT ONLY MORSE CODE Mo (A) Safe Water Aids Marking Mid-Channels and Fairways (No Numbers–May be Lettered) Spherical Buoy Daymark Lighted KC-1910 2-24 336 Owner’s Manual...
  • Page 53 RED and GREEN horizontally striped buoys. A RED band at the top means the preferred channel is to the left of the buoy; a GREEN top band means the preferred channel is to the right of the buoy. 336 Owner’s Manual 2-25...
  • Page 54 They are similar to lighted BLACK-STRIPED buoys, except they are usually higher and on more WHITE BUOY stable platforms to increase visibility. Most minor KC-1902 lights are part of a series to mark a channel, river or harbor. 2-26 336 Owner’s Manual...
  • Page 55 RIGHT OF RANGE LINE ON RANGE LINE COB_0038_A Lighthouses Lighthouses can be found at harbor entrances, prominent headlands, isolated danger areas and along the coast. These striped or patterned structures have unique flashing characteristics to help identify them. KC-0443C 336 Owner’s Manual 2-27...
  • Page 56 KC-0250C Watch for swimmers. Swimming areas may not be marked. Steer clear from the area and remain alert. 2-28 336 Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 57: Operating Information

    ECTION 336 Owner’s Manual PERATING NFORMATION FIRST-TIME OPERATION This section is not intended to provide complete training on all aspects of boat operation. We strongly recommend that all operators of this WARNING Cobalt boat seek additional training on boat Avoid injury or death. Improper handling and safety.

  • Page 58: Fuel

    Operate the type of discharge, trash or blowers for at least four minutes. DO litter into our waterways. NOT store rags used to wipe up fuel or solvent spills in the boat. Dispose of rags properly ashore. 336 Owner’s Manual...
  • Page 59 If you smell filler cap, open by pressing the cap and turning the gasoline fumes, do not start the engine; cap counterclockwise (approximately 10°); remove continue to run the blower until fumes have cap. dissipated. 336 Owner’s Manual...
  • Page 60 This is normal. After the first two or three fills, this should not happen. 336 Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 61: Launching

    Avoid stepping on fiberglass or other potentially slippery surfaces. Board one person at a time. Do not board the boat while carrying gear. Set the gear on the dock, board the boat and then pick up the gear. 336 Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 62: Getting Underway

    Immediately have any problem attended to by your authorized Cobalt dealer. • Operate bilge blowers for at least four minutes before starting engines or generators. • Do not overload your boat. 336 Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 63: Handling Dock And Mooring Lines

    Be sure to use spring lines when boating in waters where the tide movement is significant. The forward quarter spring line is fastened to a forward cleat and heads aft. The after bow spring is fastened to a stern cleat and heads forward. 336 Owner’s Manual...
  • Page 64 ENGINE IS RUNNING. water inlets for blockage. If the inlets are open, • TURN OFF ENGINE AND ALL ELECTRICAL have your authorized Cobalt dealer service the SYSTEMS WHILE REFUELING. engine. • TURN OFF ENGINE WHEN SWIMMERS ARE NEAR BOAT. 336 Owner’s Manual...
  • Page 65 • Regularly inspect the steering system for kinks, damage and corrosion. Your Cobalt boat is equipped with a tilt steering wheel. Adjust the tilt position with the release lever. Refer to Basic Maneuvering, in this section, for additional steering information. 336 Owner’s Manual...
  • Page 66 COBAL T DAY CRUISER ECTION RIGHT TURN LEFT TURN BACKING TO LEFT Turn wheel to right—Stern Turn wheel to left—Stern Turn wheel to left—Stern will move to left. will move to right. will pull to left. COB_0062_A 3-10 336 Owner’s Manual...
  • Page 67 When leaving a mooring, you should already have enough space around the boat to maneuver. Untie from the mooring and move back slowly until you can see it. Proceed slowly while giving the buoy wide clearance. 336 Owner’s Manual 3-11...
  • Page 68 If you must approach the dock downwind or down current, use a slow speed and shallow angle. Be ready to reverse in order to stop and maintain position. 3-12 336 Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 69: Basic Maneuvering

    If the steering wheel remains in a centered position, the boat will wander back and forth slightly; however, the overall course of the boat will be a straight one. 336 Owner’s Manual 3-13...
  • Page 70 To use power trim effectively, start with the drive unit trimmed in. As the boat planes, increase the angle out. Experience is the best teacher for understanding proper drive trim. 3-14 336 Owner’s Manual...
  • Page 71 Some systems may include indicators to show position of the tabs and drive unit. STARBOARD TAB LOWERED STARBOARD STERN RISES PORT BOW LOWERS COB_0067_A LOWERS STERN RISES HULL WATER IS REDIRECTED CREATING UPWARD FORCE AT STERN COB_0068_A 336 Owner’s Manual 3-15...
  • Page 72 • Prepare the boat. Be sure all gear is properly accident. stowed and compartments are latched. • Weight distribution affects performance. Keep weight in the boat to a minimum and evenly distributed. 3-16 336 Owner’s Manual...
  • Page 73 Look for signs of underwater pipes or cables. With the engine off, you have no control of the boat. Water and wind conditions will affect an anchored boat. Be sure the anchor will hold before leaving the boat. 336 Owner’s Manual 3-17...
  • Page 74 Press and hold the toggle switch down to pay out When towing, only use the bow eye and sufficient rope/chain to set the anchor. stern eyes. DO NOT use deck cleats or handrails. DO NOT allow anyone to be in line with the tow rope. 3-18 336 Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 75: Environmental Considerations

    This will help prevent damage from freezing. Upon removing your Cobalt boat from the water, leave the drive unit in the vertical position until cooling system has drained. Refer to your propulsion unit operator’s manual for additional information regarding winterization. 336 Owner’s Manual 3-19...

  • Page 76: Entertainment System

    The speakers can be damaged if struck by a sharp object or if the moving elements are restricted from movement. Do not store or place any sharp objects near the speakers, or restrict the element movement. 3-20 336 Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 77: Cobalt Instrumentation System

    (go to zero, or minimum reading). With the speedometer as the Data Interface Gauge, it will perform an LCD all-segments-on test. Once the initializations are complete, the gauges will be able to receive and display data. 336 Owner’s Manual 3-21...

  • Page 78: Helm And Instrumentation

    Cobalt dealer. equipment or lives. Do not jeopardize Refer to the engine operator’s manual for normal the safety of you or others to protect recommended ranges. your boat. 3-22 336 Owner’s Manual...
  • Page 79 LCD. The right button will advance the screens forward and the left button back. Air Temperature - Outside air temperature Available Information in Port Tachometer (in degrees F/C). Hour Meter - Run time calculated by the engine’s computer. 336 Owner’s Manual 3-23...
  • Page 80 Docking lights are to be used for docking only. It is description about your controls. Refer to the engine illegal to use your docking lights while cruising. operator’s manual or the control operator’s manual for specific use. 3-24 336 Owner’s Manual...
  • Page 81 13. IGNITION - PORT/STBD - Each engine has its separate ignition switch. The left switch is for the port engine, and the right switch is for the starboard engine. COB_0042_A 1 – Ignition Safety Switch 2 – Lanyard 3 – Hook 336 Owner’s Manual 3-25...
  • Page 82 (running lights) when operating your Cobalt boat between sunset and sunrise, and when day time visibility is limited. Also, check with the local authorities before operating your boat for other requirements concerning the use of navigational lights. 3-26 336 Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 83: Standard And Optional Equipment

    Seacore (Merc) Trip Computer (Volvo EVC) Exterior Anchor Locker Arch, Stainless Steel w/Bimini Arch, Stainless Steel w/Hard Top Bow Scuff Plate, Stainless Steel COBALT Oval Logo, Recessed Color Accented Headliner for Hard Top Docking Lights-Stainless Steel 336 Owner’s Manual 3-27...
  • Page 84 Aft Walk-Thru Gate Air Compressor w/Holder Air Conditioning/Heating Benchseat Storage Bow Center Cushion Insert Bow Walk-Thru Door Cabin Custom Wood Floor Cabin Door w/Sliding Screen & Window Carpet, 40 oz., Snap-In w/Neoprene Back Carpet, Cesara (Terra only) 3-28 336 Owner’s Manual...
  • Page 85 Cabin Entertainment Package (TV/DVD) w/CE Cable TV Connection iPod/USB/MP3 Port Premium Sound System w/Transom Remote Premium Sound System w/Transom Remote & Speakers Satellite Radio System Sound System, Bluetooth, w/6 Speakers Stereo Remote, Dash Stereo Remote, Transom TV Antenna (req. Arch) 336 Owner’s Manual 3-29...
  • Page 86 Inverter w/Shorepower 1800W, 1 Outlet Kevlar Reinforced Hull Stainless Steel Windshield Braces Through Prop Exhaust Tool Kit Trim Tabs w/Indicators, w/Autoglide Trim Tabs w/Indicators, w/o Autoglide Windlass, All Chain w/Anchor Throw Pillows Crimson Red Granite Midnight Blue Walnut 3-30 336 Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 87: Captain's Chair Adjustments And Operation

    DANGER Avoid potential injury or ejection of occupants. Do not stand while driving above engine idle speeds and make sure all passengers are seated and seats are in a locked/secured position when the boat is underway. 336 Owner’s Manual 3-31...

  • Page 88: Flip Down Swim Step - Optional

    3. Move to the side and pull the step onto the 1 – Swim Step platform. It will automatically lock into place. 2 – Plunger Boat on a Trailer Lower the drive as low as possible without hitting the ground or trailer. 3-32 336 Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 89: Cockpit Dinette Table

    Apply forward pressure to the seat back to move the seat forward for aft viewing. To return the seat back aft for forward viewing, move the back into position. 336 Owner’s Manual 3-33...

  • Page 90: Hot Water Tank

    Cobalt boat and the switch marked REFRIGERATOR. must be winterized for proper storage. The thermostat control is inside the refrigerator. For additional information, refer to the refrigerator operator’s manual in your owner’s packet. 3-34 336 Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 91: Shower

    Remove the black stereo panel (6 screws) and pull out. The inverter is directly below, attached to the bulkhead. Boats from 9-20: The inverter is located forward of the pull-out cushion. 336 Owner’s Manual 3-35...

  • Page 92: Air Compressor

    Do not replacement. return to the cabin area until the cause of the CO has been identified and corrected. For additional information, refer to the carbon monoxide detector operating instructions in your owner’s packet. 3-36 336 Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 93: Battery Switch

    NOTICE: The ACR will allow the port engine to charge the house battery. Battery Switches / Windlass Breaker The battery switches/windlass breaker are located under the cockpit port aft seat cushion. 336 Owner’s Manual 3-37...

  • Page 94: Cuddy Cabin Access Door

    (DC) system, and shore-powered alternating current (AC) system. An optional generator can provide AC current when away from shore power. These systems have a load center panel which serves as the main distribution panel. 3-38 336 Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 95: Main Electrical Panel

    Two battery switches are located under the port aft cockpit seat cushion. Normal settings are starboard set to battery 1, port set to battery 2. For emergency start only, set selector to ALL, then return to normal settings. 336 Owner’s Manual 3-39...

  • Page 96: Ac Electrical

    When the shore power cord is plugged in, all AC DISABLED. equipment can be operated. The shore power cord supplies power to the breakers. 120V AC 120V AC 75 100 CONDI- TIONER AC VOLTS MICROWAVE BATTERY CHARGER OUTLETS WATER SHORE HEATER GENERATOR COB_0347_A 3-40 336 Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 97: Shore Power Connection

    7. Turn inlet breaker on. It is located in the port aft adapters for system modification. sundeck storage. Ventilate the boat interior by opening the deck hatches, windows and cabin door 8. Set the shore disconnect switch to the ON to provide adequate ventilation. position. 336 Owner’s Manual 3-41...
  • Page 98 AC electrical system, reducing galvanic corrosion and the risk of electrical shock. For more information refer to the component manual supplied in your owner’s packet or see your authorized Cobalt dealer regarding your shore power system. 3-42 336 Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 99: Generator - Optional

    Green light ..... .Empty instructions. Allow generator to operate for at least one minute to stabilize voltage. 336 Owner’s Manual 3-43...

  • Page 100: Marine Toilet (Head) And Macerator - Optional

    For additional operating as locking the “Y” valve in the information, refer to the macerator operator’s “pump-out” position. manual. Electrically Operated Head CAUTION Avoid damage to the waste system. Do not flush into a full holding tank. 3-44 336 Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 101: Vacuflush Head

    3. To charge the head, raise the foot pedal on the The ignition key may need to be on for the monitor lower left side of the bowl. or water pump to work. 4. To flush, depress the foot pedal. 336 Owner’s Manual 3-45...

  • Page 102: Dockside Waste Disposal

    For the WASTE pump-out connection, refer to Section 4, Water/Plumbing. COB_0189_C 1 – Thru-Hull Discharge Fitting 2 – Macerator Pump 3 – “Y” Valve 4 – Waste Dockside Pump-out Fitting 5 – Water Tank 6 – Holding Tank 3-46 336 Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 103: Battery Charger

    “Y” valve in the Air Conditioner “pump-out” position. The air conditioner is located under the port helm seat cockpit floor. Access it through mid cockpit floor storage and removing the port access panel. 336 Owner’s Manual 3-47...

  • Page 104: Cockpit Tonneau Cover - Optional

    TONNEAU 3. Tighten the bimini by twisting the tensioners. Do not trailer with the bimini top up. Store and trailer the bimini top in the stowed position, in its canvas boot. COB_0138_A 3-48 336 Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 105: Ss Arch With Bimini Instructions - Optional

    The ski tow eye and the ski tow pylon maximum load is 1,000 lbs (454 kg). COB_0245_A 336 Owner’s Manual 3-49...

  • Page 106: Tie-Down Locations

    Wind and conditions may allow the motor box to open beyond its limits. Use caution during these conditions. 3-50 336 Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 107: Tool Kit - Optional

    PERATING NFORMATION TOOL KIT - OPTIONAL A tool kit assists you with correcting minor mechanical and electrical problems. For location of the tool kit, refer to Section 1, Layout. 336 Owner’s Manual 3-51...
  • Page 108 COBAL T DAY CRUISER ECTION NOTES 3-52 336 Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 109: Systems

    ECTION 336 Owner’s Manual YSTEMS INTRODUCTION This section discusses the mechanical, electronic, and manual operating systems of your Cobalt boat. It describes basic operating characteristics and provides information for efficient use of the equipment, and for prevention of casualties. Be sure to read and understand all information provided before operating its systems.

  • Page 110: Fuel Routing

    3 – Fuel Tank Fill Caps 9 – Optional Generator 4 – Starboard Engine Fuel Line 10 – Generator Fuel/Water Separator 5 – Port Engine Fuel Line 11 – Starboard Fuel Tank Pickups 6 – Port Fuel Tank Pickups 336 Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 111: Water/Plumbing

    WATER/PLUMBING Fresh Water INDICATE DIRECTION OF FLOW OPTIONAL WATER LINES STANDARD HOT WATER LINES STANDARD COLD WATER LINES HEAD SINK WATER PRESSURE PUMP WATER HEATER 27-GALLON FRESHWATER TANK COCKPIT GALLEY SINK WATER FILL OPTIONAL TRANSOM SHOWER C0B_0353_A 336 Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 112: Raw Water

    COBAL T DAY CRUISER ECTION Raw Water AIR CONDITIONING UNIT AIR CONDITION WATER DISCHARGE GENERATOR AIR CONDITIONING STRAINER AIR CONDITIONING PUMP GENERATOR DISCHARGE GENERATOR STRAINER AIR CONDITIONING GENERATOR SEACOCK SEACOCK COB_0354_A 336 Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 113: Gray Water/Waste

    YSTEMS Gray Water/Waste HEAD SHOWER HEAD SINK DRAIN SINK DRAIN SUMP PUMP WASTE TANK PORT SIDE WATER FRESH HEATER WATER TANK COCKPIT GALLEY SINK WASTE OUT INDICATE DIRECTION OF FLOW GRAY WATER OPTION STANDARD WATER LINES COB_0362_A 336 Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 114: Fresh Water Line Routing

    COBAL T DAY CRUISER ECTION Fresh Water Line Routing WATER FILL FRESH WATER TANK FRESH WATER INDICATE DIRECTION OF FLOW WATER HEATER TANK COB_0350_A 336 Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 115: Vacuflush Line Routing

    YSTEMS VacuFlush Line Routing OPTIONAL MACERATOR LINE VACUFLUSH WASTE PUMP WASTE TANK A.C. UNIT FRESH WATER INDICATE DIRECTION OF FLOW WATER HEATER TANK COB_0351_A 336 Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 116: Bilge Area

    9 – Aft Bilge Pump 21 – Windlass Circuit Breaker 10 – Port Engine 22 – Battery Jump Terminals 11 – Port Drive Unit Pump 23 – Forward Bilge Pump 12 – Port Engine Battery 24 – Mid Bilge Pump 336 Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 117: Water System

    Avoid injury, death or explosion. DO NOT open the engine compartment hatch immediately. This will allow oxygen to the fire, and flashback can occur. When the fire extinguisher discharge occurs, turn off all engines, bilge blowers and electrical system components. 336 Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 118: Circuit Breaker Panel

    IGNITION LIGHTS IGNITION DOCKING ENG. COMP. BILGE BILGE BILGE STEREO SUMP PUMP HEATER LIGHTS LIGHTS PUMP MID PUMP AFT 2 PUMP AFT 1 ENGINE COCKPIT UNDER WATER TRIM TABS REFRIGERATOR ACCESSORY ACCESSORY LIGHTS RECEPTACLE HATCH LIGHTS 4-10 336 Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 119: Lighting/Bulb Replacement

    Chrome Courtesy Light (Round) Overhead Console Light GE 912 Dome Light Ice Chest Instrument Lighting Tachometer 194 SF2 Speedometer 194 SD2 Voltmeter 658 S11 Oil Pressure 658 SH2 Temperature 658 SC2 Fuel 658 SC2 Trim 658 SC2 336 Owner’s Manual 4-11...

  • Page 120: Battery Connections

    Read and understand the safety information on or without the batteries connected supplied with your battery(ies). Maintain the to the boat’s charging system. battery(ies) following the manufacturer’s Damage to engine and charging recommendations. system will result. COB_0090_A COB_0100_A 1 – Receptacle 4-12 336 Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 121: Vinyl Interior And Upholstery

    ECTION 336 Owner’s Manual NTERIOR XTERIOR The best way to take care of your Cobalt boat is with prevention and proper care. All of the care DANGER methods within this section may not apply to your Avoid fire or explosion. Avoid open boat.

  • Page 122: Sea Grass Floor Covering Cleaning Instructions

    See Spot and Stain Removal. Plynyl w2w and tile are not absorbent and therefore are not recommended to be used in street-level entrances as walk-off mats. 336 Owner’s Manual...
  • Page 123 It is recommended to saturate a cotton microfiber pad with Crystal Dry to clean the floor. Care should be taken to make sure the pad stays moist. It is not necessary to rinse Plynyl after treating with Crystal Dry. 336 Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 124: Spot And Stain Removal

    5 minutes. Rinse the area with water only in order to remove the bleach residue. Allow to dry completely before trafficking. Some stains may require a professional to complete the stain-removal process. 336 Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 125: Cabinetry And Wood

    Teak should not be varnished. The natural oils in ® Use an all-purpose cleaner, such as Formula 409 teak will cause poor adhesion. and warm water, along with a medium-bristled deck brush. 1. Put the cleaner in warm water. 336 Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 126: Deck And Hull Care

    NOTICE: With MaryKate Hull Cleaner, be careful to avoid getting this solvent on the sides of the SeaDek pad. It could damage the lamination or PSA. * 3M carries a complete line of fiberglass care products. 336 Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 127: Stainless Steel And Chrome

    If sprayed on, wipe with cloth to remove excess. A very light coat is all it takes and it should be applied every two months if operating in saltwater and every four months in freshwater operations. 336 Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 128: Inside The Bulkhead

    Refer to the propulsion unit operator’s manual for The vessel does not have ground fault manufacturer’s saltwater operating or galvanic corrosion protection. To recommendations. prevent possible shock, drowning or galvanic corrosion, do not use the battery charger when the vessel is in the water. 336 Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 129: Canvas

    (no more than 100° F). Rinse thoroughly to remove soap. DO NOT USE DETERGENTS. Allow to air dry. Do not store canvas wet or in an unventilated, moist area. 336 Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 130: Other Canvas Components

    Use care when starting zipper to prevent damage. the hull to slow growth and prevent gelcoat damage. Consult your authorized Cobalt dealer for recommendations. 5-10 336 Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 131: Scheduled Maintenance And Service

    ECTION 336 Owner’s Manual AINTENANCE AND ROUBLESHOOTING SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE Use the following chart to establish your maintenance routine. Detailed information AND SERVICE concerning the task is listed in this section. Your Cobalt boat may not include all of the features...

  • Page 132: Break-In

    • If a hose is leaking or damaged, close the authorized Cobalt dealer for service. Do not appropriate seacock. Consult your authorized continue to use badly damaged propellers. Cobalt dealer for repairs. Using damaged propellers may damage the drive unit(s) within time. 336 Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 133: Every 100 Hours

    Do not operate your boat knowing you have a fuel must be replaced. Refer to the propulsion unit system problem. Upon discovery of a fuel system operator’s manual for additional information. problem, immediately notify your authorized Cobalt dealer for repair. 336 Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 134: Water System (If Equipped)

    Slings may need to be adjusted You should be able to smell the chlorine. (Make forward or aft for your particular boat. sure you are using the water pump and not an external water supply.) 336 Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 135: Storage Cradle

    Remove the transom drain plug. Be sure that all compartments in the bilge completely drain. Mold and mildew may form as a result of the inability of moisture to escape. 336 Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 136: Reactivating The Boat After Storage

    • Batteries system is filled. It is very important that all fuel systems and exhaust systems be thoroughly inspected and repaired, if necessary, before operating the boat. Also, any accessory exhaust systems must be in proper operating condition. 336 Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 137: Troubleshooting

    Engine problem – see your authorized Cobalt dealer. Engine runs but boat Fouled or damaged propeller – shut off engines. Check for weeds on propeller, bent or makes little or no broken propeller. See your authorized Cobalt dealer. progress 336 Owner’s Manual...
  • Page 138 Boat overloaded – reduce load. Boat trim – distribute boat load evenly. Improper propeller selection – see your authorized Cobalt dealer. Excessive bilge water – check for excessive water, drain bilge. Boat hull condition – clean if marine growth is present. 336 Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 139: Electrical

    Damaged freshwater pump, restriction or obstruction in water line – see your authorized sink Cobalt dealer. Head will not flush Head circuit breaker tripped or in OFF position – correct the problem and reset; turn circuit breaker ON. Line to waste tank blocked – see your authorized Cobalt dealer. 336 Owner’s Manual...
  • Page 140 COBAL T DAY CRUISER ECTION 6-10 336 Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 141: Reference And Forms

    ECTION 336 Owner’s Manual EFERENCE AND ORMS OPERATION QUICK Pre-Operation • Test operation of carbon monoxide detector. REFERENCE • Open all seacocks and check for leaks. Your safety, the safety of your passengers and • Check seawater strainers for leaks and other boats are among your responsibilities as accumulation of debris.

  • Page 142: Starting Engines

    Returning to Port the boat. • Come to a stop a short distance from the dock, • Secure lockers, hatches and canvas as then proceed slowly. equipped. • Have your fenders, mooring lines and the crew ready. 336 Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 143: Service Log

    EFERENCE AND ORMS SERVICE LOG Date Hour Reading Service/Repairs Performed 336 Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 144: Fuel Log

    COBAL T DAY CRUISER ECTION FUEL LOG Gallons/ Gallons/ Date Gallons Hours Date Gallons Hours Hour Hour 336 Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 145: Float Plan

    Radio: Yes Type Freq Destination Est. Time of Arrival Expect to Return By Auto Type License No. Parked If not returned by call the Coast Guard, or (Local Authority). Coast Guard Telephone Number: Local Authority Telephone Number: 336 Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 146: Boat Information

    DVD Make and Model Number Serial Number Stereo Make and Model Number Serial Number TV, Cabin Make and Model Number Serial Number TV, Mid-berth Make and Model Number Serial Number Subwoofer Make and Model Number Serial Number 336 Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 147: Warranty Transfer Form

    _______________________________ Work Phone: Email Address: New Owner (Purchaser): Address: Home Phone: _______________________________ Work Phone: Email Address: Submitted by: Dealer: Individual: Fax this form to 1-620-325-2190 or mail to Cobalt Boats, 1715 N. 8th Street, Neodesha, KS 66757. 336 Owner’s Manual...
  • Page 148 COBAL T DAY CRUISER ECTION NOTES 336 Owner’s Manual...
  • Page 150 Cobalt Boats 1715 North 8th Street Neodesha, KS 66757 www.cobaltboats.com All Rights Reserved, © 2015 P/N: 452970 Printed in U.S.A.

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