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
272 Owner’s Manual ABLE OF ONTENTS 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 Fire/Explosion ..................3-1 FIRST TIME OPERATION ................. 3-1 FUEL ......................3-2 Fuel Requirements ................3-2 Fueling ....................3-2 LAUNCHING ....................3-4 Launching Checklist ................3-4 On the Water..................3-4 Boarding ....................3-4 Loading ....................3-4 Shipshape .................... 3-4 272 Owner’s Manual...
Page 5 BIMINI TOP - OPTIONAL ................ 3-37 POP-UP SKI TOW ................... 3-37 SS ARCH WITH BIMINI INSTRUCTIONS - OPTIONAL......3-37 TRANSOM TILT SWITCH - OPTIONAL ..........3-38 TIE DOWN LOCATIONS ................. 3-38 MOTOR BOX ASSEMBLY ............... 3-39 TOOL KIT - OPTIONAL ................3-39 272 Owner’s Manual...
Page 6 CORROSION PROTECTION ..............5-5 CorrosionX ................... 5-5 Topside ....................5-5 Inside the Bulkhead................5-5 Other Areas ..................5-6 Galvanic Corrosion................5-6 Salt Water .................... 5-6 CANVAS ....................5-7 Cleaning Canvas .................. 5-7 Special Cleaning Problems ..............5-7 272 Owner’s Manual...
Page 7 Casting Off ................... 7-2 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 ................7-6 272 Owner’s Manual...
Page 8 COBAL T NOTES 272 Owner’s Manual...
Page 9: General Information
ECTION 272 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
Cobalt dealer, and/or to and from the Cobalt plant in Neodesha, Kansas, for warranty repairs, shall be at Owner’s expense. Repair of blisters, when authorized by Cobalt, are covered by this warranty, provided the original factory gelcoat surface has not been altered in any way. 272 Owner’s Manual...
Page 11 Cobalt within thirty (30) days after the discovery of the alleged basis for any warranty claim. The five (5) year extended 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. 272 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. 272 Owner’s Manual...
Page 13: Owner Responsibility/ Warranty Procedure
Your warranties are transferable. If you sell your Cobalt boat to anyone other than an authorized Cobalt dealer, please call Cobalt Boats for the appropriate warranty transfer information (620-325-2653). If the proper transfer procedures are not followed, future warranty may be denied. 272 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. 272 Owner’s Manual...
Page 15: Warning Labels
PROLONGED EXPOSURE TO CO WILL CAUSE BRAIN STORAGE PURPOSES ONLY. DAMAGE OR DEATH. Extended Swim Platform Extended Swim Platform 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 272 Owner’s Manual...
Page 16 Helm CAUTION TO AVOID INJURY, GLASS DOOR MUST BE SECURED IN A CLOSED AND LOCKED POSITION WHEN BOAT IS UNDER WAY. USE BOTH TURN LOCKS TO SECURE DOOR. Walk-Through Door/Windshield Engine Compartment Helm Helm (California Only) COB_0019_A 272 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. 272 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. 1-10 272 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. 272 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 1-12 272 Owner’s Manual...
Page 21: Specifications
4' 9" (1.45 m) Bridge Clearance w/Arch 7' 1" (2.16 m) Draft, Drive Up 22" (0.56 m) Draft, Drive Down 39" (0.99 m) Dry Weight (can vary with optional equipment) 5250 lbs (2381 kg) Boat Certified Capacity Yacht Certified 272 Owner’s Manual 1-13...
Page 22: Layout
Ice Chest Battery Switch Fire Extinguisher Fuel Fill Cockpit Drain Anchor Flagpole Option Light Water Fill Option Bilge Pump-Out Port Engine Vent STBD Engine Vent Washdown Option Transom Storage Optional Transom Remote Pop-Up Ski Tow COB_0125_A 1-14 272 Owner’s Manual...
Page 23: Propeller Application Chart
5.7 GXi 1.95 1.95 F5’s 480462 3851495 VOLVO 5.7 OSXi VOLVO 8.1 Gi 1.78 1.78 F7’s 480464 3851497 VOLVO 8.1 OSi 1.78 F7’s 480464 3851497 VOLVO 8.1 GXi 1.78 1.78 F6’s 480463 3851496 ** Standard w/Thru-Hull Exhaust 272 Owner’s Manual 1-15...
Page 24: Alphabetical Index
Circuit Breaker Panel....4-6 Excessive Noise ......2-6 1-16 272 Owner’s Manual...
Page 25 Launching Checklist..... 3-4 Owner/Operator Responsibilities ... 2-1 272 Owner’s Manual 1-17...
Page 26 Shipshape ......3-4 Warranty Service Requirements ... 1-5 1-18 272 Owner’s Manual...
Page 27 Windshield ......5-8 Zippers....... 5-8 272 Owner’s Manual 1-19...
Page 28 COBAL T ECTION NOTES 1-20 272 Owner’s Manual...
Page 29: Responsibilities And Safety
ECTION 272 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. 272 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. 272 Owner’s Manual...
Page 32: Electrical Systems
While operating your boat, frequently check that the control and steering systems continue to operate smoothly. Monitor your gauges for signs of abnormal behavior. Beware of any excessive vibration. Refer to Section 3, Before Starting Checklist. 272 Owner’s Manual...
Page 33: Environmental Considerations
This label must stay affixed to the boat if it is operated in California. The label identifies your boat is equipped with a California Certified Engine. The label is positioned so it will be at the leading or trailing edge of the state registration numbers. 272 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. 272 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. 272 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. 272 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 on FLOTATION AIDS board or being towed, and at least one Type IV KC-0042C throwable PFD in the boat. 272 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. 272 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. 272 Owner’s Manual...
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. 272 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. 272 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. 272 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. 272 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 272 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. 272 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. 272 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: 272 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. 272 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 272 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. 272 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 272 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 272 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. 272 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. 272 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 272 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. 272 Owner’s Manual...
Page 57: Operating Information
ECTION 272 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.
Page 58: Fuel
Operate the type of discharge, trash or blowers for at least four minutes. Do not litter into our waterways. store rags used to wipe up fuel or solvent spills in the boat. Dispose of rags properly ashore. 272 Owner’s Manual...
Page 59 If you filler cap, open by pressing the cap and turning the smell gasoline fumes, do not start the cap counterclockwise (approximately 10°); remove engine(s); continue to run the blower until cap. fumes have dissipated. 272 Owner’s Manual...
Page 60: 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. 272 Owner’s Manual...
Page 61: Getting Underway
Avoid injury or death. Do not operate the boat if any problem is found during this inspection. A problem could lead to an accident when using an unsafe boat. Immediately have any problem attended to by your authorized Cobalt dealer. 272 Owner’s Manual...
Page 62: Handling Dock And Mooring Lines
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. 272 Owner’s Manual...
Page 63 5. Allow the engine(s) to warm up. Check the • TURN OFF ENGINE AND ALL ELECTRICAL water temperature gauges to be sure water SYSTEMS WHILE RE-FUELING. temperature remains within the specified range. • TURN OFF ENGINE WHEN SWIMMERS ARE NEAR BOAT. 272 Owner’s Manual...
Page 64 Your Cobalt boat is equipped with a tilt steering wheel. Adjust the tilt position by grasping the levers on both sides of the wheel. Pulling the levers toward you will unlock the steering wheel to achieve a comfortable position. 272 Owner’s Manual...
Page 65 PERATING NFORMATION 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 272 Owner’s Manual...
Page 66 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. 272 Owner’s Manual...
Page 67 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. 272 Owner’s Manual...
Page 68: 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. 272 Owner’s Manual...
Page 69 To use power trim effectively, start with the drive unit(s) trimmed in. As the boat planes, increase the angle out. Experience is the best teacher for understanding proper drive trim. TABS UNITS CORRECT TABS UNITS IN TOO FAR UNITS TABS OUT TOO FAR COB_0066_A 272 Owner’s Manual...
Page 70 Some systems may include indicators to show position of the tabs and drive unit(s). 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 272 Owner’s Manual...
Page 71 • Slow engine speed to an idle, shift to the counterclockwise when operating. This concept NEUTRAL position and pause, then shift to the balances the propeller torque which helps maintain REVERSE position. This practice will help an even keel. prevent damage to your drive unit(s). 272 Owner’s Manual...
Page 72 • Prepare the boat. Be sure all gear is properly stowed and compartments are latched. • Weight distribution affects performance. Keep weight in the boat to a minimum and evenly distributed. 272 Owner’s Manual...
Page 73 Look for signs of underwater pipes or cables. With the engine(s) 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. 272 Owner’s Manual...
Page 74 Do not use deck cleats or place safety switch in the ON position. handrails. Do not allow anyone to be in line with the tow rope. Press and hold the toggle switch down to pay out sufficient rope/chain to set the anchor. 272 Owner’s Manual...
Page 75: Environmental Considerations
Refer to your engine operator’s manual for additional information. Freezing Temperatures When boating in temperatures below freezing, keep the propulsion unit drives tilted down (submerged) at all times. This will help prevent damage from freezing. 272 Owner’s Manual...
Page 76: Cobalt Instrumentation System
This is not unusual, nor does it indicate a problem with either the trim sender or the gauge. Fuel Gauges: Fuel gauges may “bounce” from fuel sloshing in the tank. This does not necessarily indicate a problem with the gauge or sender. 272 Owner’s Manual...
Page 77: Helm And Instrumentation
Do not jeopardize the safety of you or others to protect cause or see your authorized Cobalt dealer. your boat. Refer to the engine operator's manual for normal recommended ranges. 272 Owner’s Manual...
Page 78 Cobalt dealer for further Navigational lights are legally information. required to indicate direction and right-of-way at night. 6. SPEEDOMETER - Registers forward speed in miles per hour. Since the speedometer input is received from water pressure, accuracy is only approximate. 272 Owner’s Manual...
Page 79 Be sure to return the support switch is for the port engine, and the right switch is to its stowed position before lowering the box. for the starboard engine. 15. BILGE PUMP - This switch manually controls the bilge pump. 272 Owner’s Manual...
Page 80 Avoid injury, death or damage to equipment. Do not allow your boat to be operated without the proper use of the ignition safety switch and lanyard. COB_0042_A 1 – Ignition Safety Switch 2 – Lanyard 3 – Hook 272 Owner’s Manual...
Page 81: Remote Control(S)
The controls are arranged with the shift levers (all one size) grouped together and throttle levers (all one size, and larger than the shift levers) grouped together. 272 Owner’s Manual...
Page 82 HOUR METER - An hour meter for each engine is ENGINE located in the engine HOURS compartment. The hour meter accumulates the operating hours of the engine. KC-0782 272 Owner’s Manual...
Page 83: Standard Equipment
Composite Transom – Composite Floor – Fiberglass Cockpit Liner Deck – Fiberglass Stringer System Fire Extinguisher, Manual 2-7, 4-6 Ignition Safety Switch 3-24 Kevlar Reinforced Hull Stainless Steel Windshield Braces/Windshield Hook 3-32 Battery Switch - Single 3-33 272 Owner’s Manual...
Page 84: Optional Equipment
Interior Height Adjustable Seat Pedestal (hi-back chairs) 3-30 Aft Sunpad Filler Cushion 3-32 Cockpit Heater 3-36 Dinette Table 3-32 Pump-Out Porta Potti w/Macerator – Pump-Out Porta Potti – Rivulet Carpet Upgrade – Stainless Steel Foot Tread – 272 Owner’s Manual...
Page 85 Captain’s Call Plus (w/Mufflers)-High Performance – Closed Cooling System Cruise Control (n/a w/Mercury big block or twin engines) 3-33 Fire Extinguisher, Automatic System 2-7, 4-6 CE Fire Extinguisher, Automatic System – Stainless Prop Exchange – Tool Kit 3-39 Trim Tabs 3-14 272 Owner’s Manual...
Page 86: Captain's Chair Adjustments And Operation
The seat will lock into the rotation position within a few degrees. 3. Rotation friction: Turn handle clockwise to increase friction and counterclockwise to decrease friction. The chair should always be operated with slight friction. 4. Height: Loosen the height adjustment clamp. 272 Owner’s Manual...
Page 87: Extended Swim Platform/Boarding Ladder
The extended swim platform must be attached to the boat when it is in use. The boarding ladder is attached to the boarding platform. The removable feature is for boat storage only. 272 Owner’s Manual...
Page 88: Volvo Penta Ocean Series Outdrive
Plug into the accessory receptacle on the dash or in the air compressor area. COB_0096_A Avoid direct exposure to water and keep stowed when not in use. 272 Owner’s Manual...
Page 89: Anchor Light
WATER PRESSURE switch to be turned on to PERFECTPASS operate the water system. The water pump works ON/OFF MENU on demand. It will not automatically shut off when WAKBD 22 . 5 22 . 5 the freshwater tank is empty. WAKEBOARD PRO COB_0029_A 272 Owner’s Manual...
Page 90: Marine Toilet (Head) And Macerator - Optional
2. Pump the floor pedal 2-4 times to fill the bowl electronically operated head (marine toilet) and with water. waste containment system, the head draws seawater in through the hull to flush waste water from the marine toilet. 272 Owner’s Manual...
Page 91: Macerator Pump
For additional operating information, refer to the macerator operator’s manual supplied with 1 – Seacock your Cobalt boat. 2 – Manual Hand Pump 3 – Head 4 – Waste Dockside Pump-out Fitting 5 – Vent 6 – Holding Tank 272 Owner’s Manual...
Page 92: Cockpit Heater - Optional
3. Pull elastic cords over discs on transom, starting in the center and working outboard (you may have to readjust the support poles for proper fit). 4. Continue snapping up the sides. 5. The walk-thru doors may be closed if desired. COB_0089_A 272 Owner’s Manual...
Page 93: Bimini Top - Optional
It is not designed to hold the additional weight. 180˚ CAUTION The arch with bimini is designed for Cobalt factory-installed equipment only. Do not add any additional equipment without authorization from Cobalt. COB_0170_A 272 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. 272 Owner’s Manual...
Page 95: Motor Box Assembly
Be sure to return the support back to its stow position and any 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. 272 Owner’s Manual...
Page 96 COBAL T ECTION NOTES 272 Owner’s Manual...
Page 97: Systems
ECTION 272 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 98: Electrical Wiring Harness
COBAL T ECTION ELECTRICAL WIRING HARNESS JUMPER COB_0110_A 272 Owner’s Manual...
Page 99: Fuel Routing
YSTEMS FUEL ROUTING COB_0111_A 272 Owner’s Manual...
Page 100: Water/Plumbing
COBAL T ECTION WATER/PLUMBING Fresh Water COB_0112_A 272 Owner’s Manual...
Page 101: Head Plumbing
YSTEMS Head Plumbing COB_0113_A 272 Owner’s Manual...
Page 102: Water System
This will allow oxygen to the fire, and flashback can DOCKING STEREO LIGHTS occur. When the fire extinguisher discharge occurs, turn off all engines, AIR/WATER TRIM TAB PUMP bilge blowers and electrical system components. ACCESSORY ACCESSORY COB_0128A_A 272 Owner’s Manual...
Page 103: Fuses
15 amp (located behind dash) Sump Pump* 5 amp Tank Level Monitor System* 4 amp CO Monitor* 1 amp Head Blower* 3" 5 amp Head Blower* 4" 8 amp *Fuses are located behind the cabin electric panel. 272 Owner’s Manual...
Page 104: 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 272 Owner’s Manual...
Page 105: 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 272 Owner’s Manual...
Page 106 COBAL T ECTION NOTES 272 Owner’s Manual...
Page 107: Vinyl Interior And Upholstery
ECTION 272 Owner’s Manual NTERIOR XTERIOR The best way to take care of your Cobalt boat is The vinyl manufacturer or Cobalt Boats warranties with prevention and proper care. All of the care do not cover vinyl staining from suntan lotions.
Page 108 Do not apply water or try to wash a butter, oil or grease spot. Hair oil tonic Blood NOTICE: DO NOT use saddle soap, cleaning solvents, Urine furniture polish, oils, varnish, Grape juice abrasive cleaners, soaps or Olive oil ammonia water. Chocolate Ketchup Baby oil 272 Owner’s Manual...
Page 109: Cabinetry And Wood
Waterfall Bubinga or Birdseye Maple Dash Your Cobalt boat may be equipped with an optional Waterfall Bubinga or Birdseye Maple Dash. CARPET Vacuum the carpet on a regular basis. Use household carpet stain removers and cleaners to clean the carpet. 272 Owner’s Manual...
Page 110: Deck And Hull
See your authorized Cobalt dealer for gelcoat finish. Please check with your authorized further information. Cobalt dealer for more information on the subject. * 3M carries a complete line of fiberglass care products. 272 Owner’s Manual...
Page 111: Corrosion Protection
Every six months, treat plumbing connections in the galley and head areas. Once a year, apply to hinges, locks and sliding tracks of doors and windows to keep them properly lubricated and functioning smoothly. 272 Owner’s Manual...
Page 112: Other Areas
A self-sacrificing anode can be mounted to your Cobalt boat to help prevent damage to metal components from galvanic corrosion. The anode will require frequent inspections. If the anode shows deterioration of 50% or more, it must be replaced for continued protection. 272 Owner’s Manual...
Page 113: 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. 272 Owner’s Manual...
Page 114: 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. 272 Owner’s Manual...
Page 115: Scheduled Maintenance And Service
ECTION 272 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 116: 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. 272 Owner’s Manual...
Page 117: 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. 272 Owner’s Manual...
Page 118: Water System (If Equipped)
If your boat does not have decals, contact your result of the inability of moisture to escape. authorized Cobalt dealer to identify the proper location for slings. Slings may need to be adjusted forward or aft for your particular boat. 272 Owner’s Manual...
Page 119: Storage/Winterization
It is very important that all fuel systems and mold or mildew. exhaust systems be thoroughly inspected and repaired, if necessary, before operating the boat. Also, any accessory exhaust systems must be in proper operating condition. 272 Owner’s Manual...
Page 120: Cockpit Heater
The removable feature is for boat storage only. Cockpit Heater To winterize the optional cockpit heater, remove the two 5/8-inch cockpit heater hoses from the engine. Pump antifreeze into one hose until entire heater system is filled. 272 Owner’s Manual...
Page 121: Engine
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. 272 Owner’s Manual...
Page 122: 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. 272 Owner’s Manual...
Page 123: Reference And Forms
ECTION 272 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 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. 272 Owner’s Manual...
Page 125: Service Log
EFERENCE AND ORMS SERVICE LOG Date Hour Reading Service/Repairs Performed 272 Owner’s Manual...
Page 126: Fuel Log
COBAL T ECTION FUEL LOG Gallons/ Gallons/ Date Gallons Hours Date Gallons Hours Hour Hour 272 Owner’s Manual...
Page 127: Float Plan
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Cobalt Digital Inc 272 Owner's Manual

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