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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 200 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 Fueling ....................3-2 LAUNCHING .................... 3-5 Launching Checklist ................3-5 On the Water..................3-5 Boarding..................... 3-5 Loading ....................3-5 Shipshape ..................3-5 GETTING UNDERWAY ................3-6 Before Starting Checklist..............3-6 Handling Dock and Mooring Lines ............. 3-7 200 Owner’s Manual...
Page 5 TRANSOM TILT SWITCH - OPTIONAL ..........3-3 TIE-DOWN LOCATIONS ............... 3-38 MOTOR BOX ASSEMBLY ..............3-39 TOOL KIT - OPTIONAL ................. 3-39 FLAGPOLE WITH FLAG - OPTIONAL ..........3-39 SYSTEMS INTRODUCTION..................4-1 ELECTRICAL WIRING HARNESS ............4-2 FUEL ROUTING ..................4-3 200 Owner’s Manual...
Page 6 Salt Water ..................5-8 CANVAS ....................5-9 Cleaning Canvas................5-9 Special Cleaning Problems ..............5-9 OTHER CANVAS COMPONENTS ............5-10 Clear Vinyl “Isinglass” ..............5-10 Zippers ..................... 5-10 Snap Fasteners................5-10 WINDSHIELD..................5-10 BILGE..................... 5-10 MARINE GROWTH................5-10 200 Owner’s Manual...
Page 7 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............. 7-7 200 Owner’s Manual...
Page 8 COBAL T BOWRIDER NOTES 200 Owner’s Manual...
Page 9: 200 Owner's Manual
200 Owner’s Manual ECTION 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. 200 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. 200 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. 200 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. 200 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. 200 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 200 Owner’s Manual...
Page 16: Cabin Door
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) Engine Compartment (actual capacity varies by model) COB_0019_A 200 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. 200 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. 200 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. 200 Owner’s Manual...
Page 20: Symbols
Use Water 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 200 Owner’s Manual...
Page 21: Specifications
Bridge Clearance w/Arch or Tower 7' 7'' (2.31 m) Draft, Drive Up 24'' (0.61 m) Draft, Drive Down 36'' (0.92 m) Dry Weight 3850 lbs (1746 kg) Boat Certified Capacity 12 persons Boat Certified Capacity w/Gear 1650 lbs (748 kg) 200 Owner’s Manual...
Page 22: Layout
16. Anchor Light Storage 17. Ice Chest/Removable 18. Optional Dinette Table Mount 19. Glove Box/Stereo/12V Outlet 20. Storage/Dockline 21. Ski Locker 22. Fuel Tank/Access 23. Air Compressor/Storage 24. Optional Transom Tilt Switch 25. Optional Stereo Remote COB_0319_A 200 Owner’s Manual...
Page 23: Propeller Application Chart
480342 3817468 VOLVO V6-225 2.32 2.32 FH7’s 481407 3885843 VOLVO V6-240-G 1.97 14 3/4 x 19 RH 480342 3817468 VOLVO V6-240-G 2.32 FH3’s 481434 3885839 VOLVO V6-280-G 2.32 FH5’s 481405 3851495 VOLVO V8-300 1.95 FH5’s 481405 3851495 200 Owner’s Manual...
Page 24: Alphabetical Index
Casting Off ......7-2 200....... . . 1-13 Cedar .
Page 25 High-Speed Operation ....3-16 OCEAN – Category A....1-4 200 Owner’s Manual...
Page 26 Ventilation......2-15 Scheduled Maintenance and Service ..6-1 Vinyl Interior and Upholstery ....5-1 200 Owner’s Manual...
Page 27 WSS Razor Tower w/Bimini....3-37 Zippers......5-10 200 Owner’s Manual...
Page 28 COBAL T BOWRIDER ECTION NOTES 200 Owner’s Manual...
Page 29: Responsibilities And Safety
200 Owner’s Manual ECTION 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. 200 Owner’s Manual...
Page 31: Recommended Spare Parts
• Canadian Power and Sail Squadrons the engine compartment. When activated, the • Yacht Clubs blowers exhaust dangerous fumes and intake fresh air through vents. Operate the blowers for at least four minutes before starting the engines. 200 Owner’s Manual...
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. 200 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 200 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. 200 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. 200 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. 200 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. 200 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. 200 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. 200 Owner’s Manual...
Page 40: Safety
Indicates a hazardous situation which, if Seating not avoided, will result in death or serious injury. Keep your passengers seated in seats. The boat’s bow, gunwale, transom platform and seat backs are not intended for use as seats while underway. 200 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. 200 Owner’s Manual...
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. 200 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. 200 Owner’s Manual...
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 200 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. 200 Owner’s Manual...
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. 200 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: 200 Owner’s Manual...
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. 200 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 200 Owner’s Manual...
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. 200 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 200 Owner’s Manual...
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 200 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. 200 Owner’s Manual...
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. 200 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 200 Owner’s Manual...
Page 56 Boaters must also recognize the flag designs which indicate that skin divers are present and keep well clear of the area. KC-0250C Watch for swimmers. Swimming areas may not be marked. Steer clear from the area and remain alert. 200 Owner’s Manual...
Page 57: Operating Information
200 Owner’s Manual ECTION 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. 200 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. 200 Owner’s Manual...
Page 60 This is normal. After the first two or three fills, this should not happen. 200 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. 200 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. 200 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. 200 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. 200 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. 200 Owner’s Manual...
Page 66 COBAL T BOWRIDER 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 200 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. 200 Owner’s Manual...
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. 200 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. 200 Owner’s Manual...
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. 200 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 200 Owner’s Manual...
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. 200 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. 200 Owner’s Manual...
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. 200 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. 200 Owner’s Manual...
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. 200 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. 200 Owner’s Manual...
Page 78: Helm And Instrumentation
Cobalt dealer. make the right decision on saving 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. 200 Owner’s Manual...
Page 79 BILGE PUMP - This switch manually controls the keep the engine within the proper operating range. bilge pump. Refer to the engine operator’s manual for correct specifications. INTERIOR LIGHTS - This switch provides illumination within the cockpit. 200 Owner’s Manual...
Page 80 (all one size, helm, the lanyard will become disconnected from and larger than the shift levers) grouped together. the ignition safety switch, shutting off the engine. COB_0042_A 1 – Ignition Safety Switch 2 – Lanyard 3 – Hook 200 Owner’s Manual...
Page 81: Remote Control(S)
If combined with the optional trim tabs, more enhancement to performance and ride can be achieved. 9. SHIFT DETENT BUTTON - Press to shift from NEUTRAL into FORWARD or REVERSE. 10. GAUGE MODE SWITCH - Allows toggling of LCD screen on speedometer. 200 Owner’s Manual...
Page 82: 3" Digital Gauge
Cobalt dealer. Your boat may not be equipped with all of these features or options. Overheat Alarm Appearance - Coolant temperature is displayed in the Fuel Gauge, on an LCD, in the form of a bar-type histogram. 200 Owner’s Manual...
Page 83 Helm Fault Alarm Appearance - When the Helm Fault Alarm is received, the Tachometer LCD display, in the segmented digits, shows “H F”, alternating with the magnetic heading and any other alarm message, in 1.0 ±0.3 second intervals. 200 Owner’s Manual...
Page 84: Standard And Optional Equipment
COBAL T BOWRIDER ECTION STANDARD AND OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT 200 WSS Feature Standard Optional Standard Optional Canvas Bimini Top w/SS Adj. Stanchions (200 only) Bow Tonneau Cover Cockpit Tonneau Cover Mooring Cover Cockpit Configuration Seating, “S” Sport Seating, Stadium Style Dash...
Page 85 Ski Tow Eye, Stainless Steel SS Tubular Platform Perimeter Rail Stainless Top Trim Windshield Swim Platform, Extended w/Ladder Tower (Folding), WSS Razor w/Boardracks & Bimini (200 WSS only) Transhield Shipping Cover Transom Tilt Switch Wakeboard Racks (req. Arch) (200 only)
Page 86 Composite Floor Composite Seat Bases Composite Transom Cruise Control-Smart Tow (Merc DTS) Cruise Control-Zero Off (Vol) Driver’s Rearview Mirror (Tower Mount) (200 WSS only) Driver’s Rearview Mirror (W/S Mount) (200 only) Fiberglass Cockpit Liner Fiberglass Stringer System Fire Extinguisher, Automatic System...
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. 200 Owner’s Manual...
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. 200 Owner’s Manual...
Page 89: Volvo Penta Ocean Series Outdrive
If your table top has a lever, tighten the lever. Your optional dinette table may be made of teak. To keep teak in top condition, clean it occasionally with a teak cleaner and re-oil it at least once a season. 200 Owner’s Manual...
Page 90: Cruise Control - Optional
WAKBD 22 . 5 22 . 5 The vessel does not have ground fault or galvanic corrosion protection. To WAKEBOARD PRO prevent possible shock, drowning or galvanic corrosion, do not use the battery charger when the vessel is in the COB_0029_A water. 200 Owner’s Manual...
Page 91: Automatic Charging Relay (Acr)
WATER PRESSURE switch to be turned on to used for overnight storage or trailering. operate the water system. The water pump works on demand. It will not automatically shut off when NOTICE: Always double-check the freshwater tank is empty. snaps are secure. 200 Owner’s Manual...
Page 92: Cockpit Tonneau Cover - Optional
5. Move forward bimini bow to top quick release position, and attach the short bimini poles to the forward bow and quick release. 200 Owner’s Manual...
Page 93: Wss Razor Tower W/Bimini
Make sure you have sufficient clearance above the tower when it is up. Watch for bridges, power lines, tree limbs and other low hanging obstacles. Failure to follow these instructions can lead to serious injury or death. 200 Owner’s Manual...
Page 94: Transom Tilt Switch - Optional
COB_0151 COB_0001_A 1 – Bow Eye 2 – Cleats 3 – Stern Eyes WARNING Avoid injury, death or property damage. Never anchor a boat from the stern, and keep the boat headed into the waves. 200 Owner’s Manual...
Page 95: Motor Box Assembly
Make sure all obstructions are cleared before closing the box. Wind and conditions may allow the motor box to open beyond its limits; use caution during these conditions. 200 Owner’s Manual...
Page 96 COBAL T BOWRIDER ECTION NOTES 200 Owner’s Manual...
Page 97: Systems
200 Owner’s Manual ECTION 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 98: Bilge Pump
SIRIUS ANTENNA INT, LIGHT TOWER SPEAKERS SPEAKER SWITCH BOW SPEAKER INT. LIGHT(ENG) ACC. PLUG/ SIRIUS POWER TRANSOM SPKR STEREO CONNECTIONS AMP POWER/ GROUND HELM FEED BILGE PUMP POWER SPEAKER AMP POWER INT. LT(GLOVEBOX) TOWER SPEAKERS (20) DOCK/LT TOWER SPEAKERS TO AMP NAV./LT BILGE PUMP SPEAKER...
Page 99: Fuel Routing
YSTEMS FUEL ROUTING FUEL FILL HOSE FUEL VENT HOSE FUEL LINE TO ENGINE COB_0322_A 200 Owner’s Manual...
Page 100: Fire Suppression Equipment
The breakers are labeled to identify the automatic fire extinguisher that uses FE-241 (or device protected. These breakers will activate if optional FM-200, for European requirements) as an overloaded and cut power to the switch. To restore extinguishing agent, it is mounted on the engine...
Page 101: Fuses
20 amp (located at battery switch) Amplifier 40 amp (located at battery switch) Bilge Pump 1000 GPH 5 amp (located behind dash) Head Blower* 3” 6 amp Head Blower* 4” 6 amp *Fuses are located behind the dash panel. 200 Owner’s Manual...
Page 102: Lighting/Bulb Replacement
Loose battery connections can cause errant signals to the boat’s electrical system. COB_0090_A Read and understand the safety information on or supplied with your battery(ies). Maintain the battery(ies) following the manufacturer’s recommendations. 200 Owner’s Manual...
Page 103: Vinyl Interior And Upholstery
200 Owner’s Manual ECTION NTERIOR XTERIOR The best way to take care of your Cobalt boat is DANGER with prevention and proper care. All of the care methods within this section may not apply to your Avoid fire or explosion. Avoid open boat.
Page 104: 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. 200 Owner’s Manual...
Page 105 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. 200 Owner’s Manual...
Page 106: 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. 200 Owner’s Manual...
Page 107: 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. 200 Owner’s Manual...
Page 108: 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. 200 Owner’s Manual...
Page 109: 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. 200 Owner’s Manual...
Page 110: 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. 200 Owner’s Manual...
Page 111: 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. 200 Owner’s Manual...
Page 112: 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. 200 Owner’s Manual...
Page 113: Maintenance And Troubleshooting
200 Owner’s Manual ECTION 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 114: Break-In
4. Check the air conditioning and generator described in Before Each Use, Step 3. seawater strainers for leaks and accumulation of debris. • If a hose is leaking or damaged, close the appropriate seacock. Consult your authorized Cobalt dealer for repairs. 200 Owner’s Manual...
Page 115: Every 100 Hours
Have your authorized Cobalt dealer repair all electrical problems. An electrical problem must be treated seriously. DANGER TEST RESET Avoid fire or explosion. Whenever checking for electrical problems, use extreme caution. Fuel and fumes are extremely flammable and explosive. COB_0079_A 200 Owner’s Manual...
Page 116: Fuel System
10 gallons of tank capacity into a gallon of spreader bars used with the slings must be wide water. enough to avoid pressure to the gunwales. 4. Add the chlorine/water solution to the water tank. (Never pour straight bleach into the freshwater tank.) 200 Owner’s Manual...
Page 117: Storage Cradle
Cover the boat with the mooring cover. If a 2 – Gap between hull and cradle — wrong temporary poly cover, such as shrink wrap, is used, your authorized Cobalt dealer will install several vents to provide adequate ventilation to prevent mold or mildew. 200 Owner’s Manual...
Page 118: 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. 200 Owner’s Manual...
Page 119: 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 200 Owner’s Manual...
Page 120 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. 200 Owner’s Manual...
Page 121: 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. 200 Owner’s Manual...
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Page 123: Operation Quick Reference
200 Owner’s Manual ECTION EFERENCE AND ORMS OPERATION QUICK Pre-Operation REFERENCE • Test operation of carbon monoxide detector. • 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 124: 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. 200 Owner’s Manual...
Page 125: Service Log
EFERENCE AND ORMS SERVICE LOG Date Hour Reading Service/Repairs Performed 200 Owner’s Manual...
Page 126: Fuel Log
COBAL T BOWRIDER ECTION FUEL LOG Gallons/ Gallons/ Date Gallons Hours Date Gallons Hours Hour Hour 200 Owner’s Manual...
Page 127: Float Plan
Radio: Yes Type Freq Destination Est. Time of Arrival Expect to Return By License No. Parked Auto Type If not returned by call the Coast Guard, or (Local Authority). Coast Guard Telephone Number: Local Authority Telephone Number: 200 Owner’s Manual...
Page 128: Boat Information
Serial Number DVD Make and Model 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 200 Owner’s Manual...
Page 129: Warranty Transfer Form
Home Phone: _______________________________ 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. 200 Owner’s Manual...
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