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- Page 1 2010 26 Express Owner’s Manual Specifications subject to change without notice. Actual boats may vary from drawings and/or photos. Copyright 2005 Pro-Line Boats Inc., PO Box 1348, Crystal River, FL 34423 All rights reserved. May 19, 2009...
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents Page Introduction ......................... Specifications ......................Dealer Responsibilities Customer Responsibilities ............................................Yacht Certification ....................Insurance and Registration Owner’s Package ..................................................Warranty Safety Carbon Monoxide ....................................... Emergency Treatment for CO Poisoning Where CO May Accumulate ..................How To Protect Others and Yourself ................ - Page 4 Page Lighting Systems ........................Baitwell Light ..............................................Cabin Light ..................Navigation and Anchor Lights ..................... Cockpit Lights (Optional) Spreader Lights and Courtesy Light (Optional) ............Remote Spot Light (Optional) ..........................................Instrumentation ......................Horn - Electric ......................Compass Full Instrumentation / Gauges (Digital) ...............
- Page 5 Page Dive Platform - Integrated with Ladder ............... Cockpit / Deck Drains ............................................Drain Plug ......................Thru Hull Fittings ........................Storage Bimini Top ..........................Hard Top with Storage Box (Optional) ............................. Hard Top with Storage Box and Outriggers (Optional) ........................
- Page 6 Page Resealing ..........................Additional Cleaning and Maintenance Products ..............Appendix ......................... Helpful Check Lists Each Time You Go On A Boat Trip ................Once A Month .............................................. Once A Year ....................Boat Identification Information ......................Trouble Shooting Chart While we endeavor to be as accurate as possible, certain changes in standard equipment, options and the like may have occurred which would not be included in the Owner’s Manual.
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Page 7: Introduction
Introduction Congratulations on the purchase of your new Pro-Line Boats 26 Express sport fishing boat. Welcome into the proud family of satisfied Pro-Line owners. Every expedition lets you enjoy the outstanding features designed into every boat we construct. Your new Pro-Line is more than just a boat, it's a whole new lifestyle. -
Page 8: Customer Responsibilities
The Pro-Line Boats Limited Warranty is attached to the warranty card. After signing the warranty card, your dealer will provide you with your copy of the warranty and mail the warranty card to Pro-Line Boats, Inc. A copy of the Pro-Line Boats Limited Warranty is also included in this chapter. - Page 9 When contacting Pro-Line Boats, please keep in mind that your issue will most likely be resolved at the dealership, using their facilities, equipment, personnel and/or sublet repair facilities. Note: There are items that are not covered by the Pro-Line Boats Limited Warranty, including but not limited to the following: ...
- Page 10 The Ten Year Limited Hull Structural Warranty is transferable to subsequent owners for a nominal fee. Please contact your dealer or Pro-Line Boats to obtain the applicable transfer form so that the new owner will have piece of mind knowing that their pre-owned boat comes with the same structural hull warranty protection that was...
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Page 11: Safety
Safety Your Pro-Line boat has been constructed with safety in mind. But, remember, boating safety and the safety of your passengers is YOUR ultimate responsibility. You should fully understand the operations of your vessel as well as the basics in boating safety. Your local U.S. -
Page 12: Where Co May Accumulate
evacuating and ventilating the area, or shutting off the source of the CO while at the same time evacuating and ventilating the area. Where CO May Accumulate - Carbon Monoxide can accumulate anywhere in or around your boat as shown in the following pictures: Inadequately ventilated canvas enclosures. -
Page 13: Fire
Never enter areas under swim platforms where exhaust outlets are located unless the area has been properly ventilated. Although CO can be present without the smell of exhaust fumes, if you smell exhaust fumes, CO is also present. Take immediate action to dissipate these fumes. ... -
Page 14: Hazardous Conditions
The boat will become flooded and may swamp, capsize or sink if water enters the boat faster than the bilge pump can expel it. Hazardous Conditions Keep track of weather developments and avoid hazardous conditions whenever possible. When forced to operate your Pro-Line in storm conditions: ... -
Page 15: Alcohol
Three short horn blasts: astern operation. Five horn blasts: doubt about previous signal or danger. A Five-second horn blast every minute: for fog operation. When overtaking, give-way vessel announces intention with horn blast(s) and waits for a response, then completes maneuver. ... -
Page 16: Controls
Controls Controls and engine systems vary greatly from one engine manufacturer to another. Please read your engine owner’s manual carefully. Note: If your engine package was not factory installed, some components that are normally standard installations may not be included. Throttle and Shift Controls Ignition –... -
Page 17: Steering
The throttle lever has three range positions: “Forward”, “Neutral”, and “Reverse”. The shift function occurs in the first portion of the lever travel. After the transmission is shifted into gear, further movement of the lever advances the throttle. Push the throttle lever ahead to move forward and pull it back for reverse. Centralize the lever to the detent position for neutral. -
Page 18: Trim Tabs
Trim Tabs The trim tabs come equipped with auto retract. The planing tabs are located on each side of the transom on the bottom of the hull. The trim tabs operate independently, up or down, to correct for differing conditions of wind or load. -
Page 19: Trim Tab Indicators (Optional)
Trim Tab Indicators (Optional) The trim tab indicator switch may be added when trim tabs are factory installed. The waterproof indicator and switch lights up to let you know exactly where your trim tabs are. Windlass with Rode and Chain (Optional) The windlass anchor system is located on the bow. -
Page 20: Systems And Accessories
Systems and Accessories Electrical System 12 Volt Receptacle The 12-volt receptacle is installed on the console. It is easily accessible and can be used to charge your cell phone, operate a hand held remote spotlight, etc. Air Conditioner (Optional) The installation of the air conditioner system included the following components: ... -
Page 21: Battery Switch For Dual Batteries (Optional)
Please refer to the owner’s manual provided by the manufacturer of the air conditioning system and associated components listed in this section for operational procedures and for information related to the care and maintenance of their products. When in doubt, always defer to the component manufacturer’s instructions and/or recommendations. - Page 22 Horn - The horn is used to signal, warn, or alert other boats, swimmers or people on shore. Depress the horn switch to the up or forward position to activate the horn. Release the horn switch to deactivate the horn. Using different sequences of horn blasts indicates different and sometimes dangerous situations to you or someone around you.
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Page 23: Lighting Systems
Baitwell Pump - The baitwell pump is located in the bilge area and is plumbed to a seacock (ball valve). For the pump to operate properly you need to make sure the seacock is in the open position. The seacock is wide open when the yellow seacock lever is vertical. -
Page 24: Cockpit Lights (Optional)
verify that the lights are free from obstructions. You should check your navigation lights monthly during optimum visibility conditions. When you are underway in low visibility conditions, you should have the Nav. Lights switch in the up or forward position. This will activate the navigation lights, as well as your anchor light. ... -
Page 25: Instrumentation
The red LED light located in Remote Spot Light Remote Spot Light Control Panel the center of the panel will be lit when the spot light is turned Once the spot light is turned on, the all around toggle lever (on the left side of the panel) can be moved in an up, down, left or right position to rotate the light assembly in... -
Page 26: Fuel / Oil Systems
Speedometer - To ensure that the speedometer (Speedo) is working properly, get the boat on a planing speed and check to see if the gauge is reading at the approximate running speed at which the boat is traveling. Note: The speed-reading on the Speedo may vary a few mph from the actual speed that the boat is traveling. -
Page 27: Fuel Fill And Vent
Fuel Fill and Vent The fuel fill is a stainless steel The external fuel vent is fitting labeled “Gas” or “Fuel” and located just below the fuel is located approximately amidships fill on the outside of the on the starboard gunwale. Twist hull, and the gas tank is the cap to open the fitting. -
Page 28: Oil Tank And Fill
initiate oil flow. Air may periodically enter the system and require purging. Refer to your engine manual for specific instructions. Oil Tank and Fill Depending on your selection of the various optional engine packages (i.e., oil injected outboard engines), your boat may be equipped with remote oil tanks. -
Page 29: Baitwell Tub
Second, turn the bilge pump off at the instrument panel and check the bilge pump float switch. Each pump is equipped with an automatic float switch (white box) that is mounted next to the bilge pump. As long as your boat is equipped with an operable battery, each pump will operate independently when water is present in the area. -
Page 30: Fish Boxes With Macerator Pump
Before operating the washdown pump, make Washdown fitting Washdown fitting sure that the seacock at the baitwell pump is Washdown pump (Closed) (Open) in the open position before turning on the pump. The seacock is wide open when the seacock lever is in the vertical position. When the seacock lever is in the horizontal position, the seacock is closed. -
Page 31: Fresh Water Tank And Fill
off position. When you close the faucet, the pump will run briefly. If the pump continues to run with the faucet closed, check the system for leaks or have the pump tested. Note: If you should hear a sucking sound, you may have a leak on the inlet side of the fresh water tank. -
Page 32: Head - Porta-Potti
short, boats with installed toilets must have an operable Coast Guard approved Marine Sanitation Device (MSD) designed to either hold sewage for pump out ashore or for discharge in the ocean beyond the three mile limit, or to treat the sewage to Federal standards prior to discharge. All boats built since 1977 with installed toilets must have an operable approved type I, II or III MSD. -
Page 33: Am/Fm Stereo With Cd Player, Speakers And Remote (Optional)
AM/FM Stereo with CD Player, Speakers and Remote (Optional) The AM/FM stereo comes equipped with a CD player, remote and 4 speakers. The stereo can be operated from within the cabin or remotely from the console, is XM compatible powered dealer-installed batteries. -
Page 34: Cabin / Companionway Door
Cabin Hatches - A cabin hatch complete with screen is installed in the ceiling of the main cabin. To open the window, remove the screen, turn both levers forward and push the hatch open to the desired position. To hold the hatch in place, tighten the black plastic cylinders on both of the mounting arms. - Page 35 Access Hatch Locations Release the latches on the top Cabin sink drain Anchor Locker forward edge of the console for (behind the panel access to the backside of the below cabin sink) console &/or dash panel Forward bilge pump (below access pie on the cabin step) Waste fitting (included with...
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Page 36: Hardware
Hardware Cleats Your boat is equipped with 7 cleats. They are installed to provide areas to permit you to tie off the boat at dockside, tie off to another boat that is anchored, secure bumpers/fenders, and/or tie off the anchor (when dropped) to prevent the line from pulling on the windlass, etc. -
Page 37: Thru Hull Fittings
any excess water can be drained via the fitting. Never remove the drain plug when the boat is sitting static in the water. If you live in an area where it snows and you are storing your boat on a lift during the winter, make sure that you remove the drain plug. -
Page 38: Bimini Top
Storage compartments beneath the captain’s seats Storage compartment beneath the optional helm bench seat Tackle Box - Installed behind the hatch located below the transom door. It contains 3 trays for storing your small tackle. Rod Holder Storage: The following rod holder storage is available: ... -
Page 39: Cabin Interior
procedures and for information related to the warranty and the care and maintenance of their product. Refer to your owner’s package for additional information. Cabin Interior Cabin Sink The cabin sink and countertop are made of the same gelcoat covered fiberglass that is used in the construction of the deck and hull of the boat. -
Page 40: Stove
Please see the Service and Care section of this manual for information on how to clean and care for your cabin cushions, pillows vinyl upholstery. Stove The single burner butane stove is installed in the galley area of the cabin. See the Service and Care section of this manual for cleaning recommendations. - Page 41 How to extinguish: Turn the ignition knob clockwise to the off position. The flame is automatically put out and there is no gas supplied. The flame will be extinguished before the ignition knob is turned completely to the off position. Make sure to check that the flame is off. Be sure to raise the canister lever up to the release position. Open the canister cover and then take the canister out.
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Page 42: Operation And Performance
Operation and Performance Trim / Tilt The power trim system allows the operator to raise and lower the motor(s) throughout an infinite number of settings between its upper and lower limits. There is a trim setting that will yield maximum speed, stability or maneuverability for every throttle setting. -
Page 43: Starting
it may be desirable to re-prop your Pro-Line to enhance the desired performance needs for your area. For instance: Decreasing the pitch will enhance acceleration and power at high loads. Increasing the pitch will increase speed at light loads. ... -
Page 44: While Fueling
Close doors and hatches so fumes do not enter boat. Disembark all persons not necessary for the fueling operation. Prohibit all smoking and open flames on board and nearby. Have a fire extinguisher close by. While Fueling: ... -
Page 45: Service And Care
Service and Care To enjoy trouble free use of your Pro-Line, follow the recommended procedures and instructions relating to the service and care of your boat. Failure to follow proper maintenance practices will result in shorter life of your equipment and may void your warranty. Much of the installed equipment on your Pro-Line is warranted separately. -
Page 46: Graphics
This is done so that the epoxy coat will properly adhere to the hull, and when done correctly, will not void the hull warranty. Pro-Line Boats does not recommend using an etching primer in lieu of sanding the bottom. -
Page 47: Aluminum
dome. This will in no way affect the reading or accuracy. When restored to normal temperature, the air bubble will disappear. Clean the Lucite compass dome carefully with a moistened soft cloth to avoid scratching. In saltwater operation, salt crystals from the spray may form on the dome. These crystals should be removed with a moistened soft cloth. -
Page 48: Corrosion Protection
Always remove rust spots as soon as possible with a stainless, brass, silver or chrome cleaner. Irreversible pitting will develop under rust that remains on stainless for any period of time. Always use a cleaner, like a good car wax, for added beauty and protection. ... -
Page 49: Bimini Top
Attaching Any Type of Metal Component to the Frame - Whenever attaching any metal component to the windshield frame, the windshield manufacturer recommends bedding all metal fasteners in contact with the aluminum frame with Tef-Gel to prevent the possibility of rust, galvanic corrosion, seizing of moving parts, blistering of painted surfaces, etc. -
Page 50: Vinyl
Vinyl Interior Vinyl - Cabin Headliner and Cabin Bolsters Clean periodically to maintain the appearance of the vinyl and to prevent the build-up of dirt and contaminants. Any stain, spill or soiling should be cleaned promptly to prevent the possibility of permanent staining. When cleaning, always scrub gently using a soft cloth or nylon bristle brush. -
Page 51: Resealing
To prevent mold and mildew, use an absorbing product such as DampRid according to the manufacturer’s directions. An alternative and inexpensive option is to fill egg cartons with charcoal briquettes that have not been pre-treated with lighter fluid. Remove batteries and protect them from freezing. - Page 52 Aluminum and Metals – T-tops, tuna towers, anodized aluminum, aluminum, stainless, chrome, boat trailers, fishing gear, etc. Fiberglass and Non-Skid – Fiberglass, non-skid decks and colored gelcoat. Electrical and Engines – Electrical equipment, electrical connections, wiring harnesses, outboards, engines.
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Page 53: Appendix
Appendix Helpful Check Lists Print and use these checklists, and do not operate your boat without doing the following: Each Time You Go On a Boat Trip Make sure you know where CO exhaust outlets are located on your vessel. ... -
Page 54: Boat Identification Information
Boat Identification Information Owner: Home Port: Dealer: Boat Name: Registration Number: Hull ID Number: Boat Model: LOA: Beam: Draft: Vertical Clearance: Hull: Deck: Interior: Warranty Registration Date: Fuel Capacity (Gallons): Ignition Key #: Cabin/Head Door Key #: Other Key #: Radio Call Letters: Bat.: Engine Make:... -
Page 55: Trouble Shooting Chart
Trouble Shooting Chart PROBLEM: POSSIBLE CAUSE Poor speed or fuel Wrong propeller for load or conditions. economy: Trim is in too far. Load is too far forward or too heavy. Boat has taken on water. Marine growth on hull. Line or anchor is dragging. Fuel is stale or partially blocked.
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