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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 Powertrain Warranty ............................................................ 1-5
If You Sell Your Cobalt Boat................................................................. 1-5
CERTIFICATIONS ..................................................................................... 1-6
NMMA .................................................................................................. 1-6
MerCruiser............................................................................................ 1-6
Volvo Penta .......................................................................................... 1-6
FEATURES/CONSTRUCTION ................................................................. 1-6
Amenities ............................................................................................. 1-6
Construction Standards/Certifications ................................................. 1-6
Serial Number Locations ..................................................................... 1-6
WARNING LABELS ................................................................................... 1-7
PUBLICATIONS ........................................................................................ 1-9
NAUTICAL TERMS ................................................................................... 1-9
SYMBOLS................................................................................................ 1-12
SPECIFICATIONS ................................................................................... 1-13
LAYOUT................................................................................................... 1-14
PROPELLER APPLICATION CHART ..................................................... 1-15
ALPHABETICAL INDEX .......................................................................... 1-16
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  • Page 1: Table Of Contents

    302 Owner’s Manual Table of Contents 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 Powertrain Warranty ............
  • Page 2 Boarding....................3-4 Loading ....................3-4 Shipshape .................... 3-4 GETTING UNDERWAY ................3-5 Before Starting Checklist..............3-5 Handling Dock and Mooring Lines ............3-6 Starting/Shifting/Steering/Stopping ............3-6 Basic Maneuvering................3-12 Environmental Considerations ............3-19 Entertainment System ................ 3-20 302 Owner’s Manual...
  • Page 3 TRANSOM TILT SWITCH - OPTIONAL ..........3-40 TIE DOWN LOCATIONS ................. 3-40 MOTOR BOX ASSEMBLY ............... 3-41 TOOL KIT - OPTIONAL ................3-41 SYSTEMS INTRODUCTION..................4-1 ELECTRICAL WIRING HARNESS ............4-2 BATTERY CABLE HARNESS ..............4-3 FUEL ROUTING ..................4-4 302 Owner’s Manual...
  • Page 4 Salt Water .................... 5-6 CANVAS ....................5-7 Cleaning Canvas.................. 5-7 Special Cleaning Problems ..............5-7 OTHER CANVAS COMPONENTS ............5-8 Clear Vinyl “Isinglass” ................5-8 Zippers ....................5-8 Snap Fasteners..................5-8 WINDSHIELD..................... 5-8 BILGE......................5-8 MARINE GROWTH..................5-8 302 Owner’s Manual...
  • Page 5 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 ................7-6 302 Owner’s Manual...
  • Page 6 Bowrider NOTES 302 Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 7: General Information

    Section 1 302 Owner’s Manual General Information 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 8: 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. 302 Owner’s Manual...
  • Page 9 Cobalt boat or by an authorized Cobalt dealer to Cobalt within thirty (30) days after the discovery of the alleged basis for any warranty claim. 302 Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 10: 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. 302 Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 11: 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 (800-468-5764 or 620-325-2653). If the proper transfer procedures are not followed, future warranty may be denied. 302 Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 12: 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. 302 Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 13: 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 302 Owner’s Manual...
  • Page 14 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 302 Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 15: 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. 302 Owner’s Manual...
  • Page 16 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. 1-10 302 Owner’s Manual...
  • Page 17 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. 302 Owner’s Manual 1-11...

  • Page 18: 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 1-12 302 Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 19: Specifications

    Bridge Clearance with Arch 10' 2" (3.1 m) Bilge Pump Capacities Fore - 1000 gph (3785 LPH) Aft - 2200 gph (8328 LPH) * Weights are estimated and can vary from the options and equipment added. 302 Owner’s Manual 1-13...

  • Page 20: Layout

    20. Battery Switches 21. Jump Start Studs/Main Circuit Breaker Panel/Optional Shore Power Circuit Breaker 22. Hideaway Table 23. Storage/Air Compressor 24. Fire Extinguisher 25. Glove Box/iPod™/MP3 Port/12 Volt Port 26. Head/Water Level Indicator 27. Trash Receptacle COB_0166_A 1-14 302 Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 21: Propeller Application Chart

    1.51 1.51 F-5’s 480462 3851495 VOLVO TWIN 5.7 GXi 1.95 1.95 VOLVO TWIN 5.7 OSXi 1.96 1.96 VOLVO TWIN 8.1 Gi 1.78 1.78 F7’s 480464 3851497 VOLVO TWIN 8.1 OSi 1.78 ** Standard w/Thru Hull Exhaust 302 Owner’s Manual 1-15...

  • Page 22: Alphabetical Index

    Extended Powertrain Warranty ... . 1-5 Clear Vinyl “Isinglass” ....5-8 Extended Swim Platform/Boarding Ladder . . 3-32 1-16 302 Owner’s Manual...
  • Page 23 Lifesaving Devices ..... 2-2 Pre-Operation: ......7-1 302 Owner’s Manual 1-17...
  • Page 24 Specifications......1-13 Water System......4-7 1-18 302 Owner’s Manual...
  • Page 25 Windshield ......5-8 Zippers....... 5-8 302 Owner’s Manual 1-19...
  • Page 26 Section 1 Bowrider NOTES 1-20 302 Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 27: Responsibilities And Safety

    Section 2 302 Owner’s Manual Responsibilities and Safety 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 28: 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. 302 Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 29: 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. 302 Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 30: Electrical Systems

    While operating your boat, frequently check that the control and steering system continue to operate smoothly. Monitor your gauges for signs of abnormal behavior. Beware of any excessive vibration. Refer to Section 3, Before Starting Checklist. 302 Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 31: 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. 302 Owner’s Manual...
  • Page 32 There is a tremendous drain on our fishery sewage overboard or even an operable overboard resources. Over-fishing and pollution have strained waste discharge. the fish population. Do your part by keeping only what you will eat and practice catch-and-release. 302 Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 33: Components, Maintenance And Repairs

    If the boat mean the difference between losing and saving a is abandoned, swim up wind, far enough life. to avoid fuel that may spread over the surface of the water. 302 Owner’s Manual...
  • Page 34 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. 302 Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 35: 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. 302 Owner’s Manual...
  • Page 36 • 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. 2-10 302 Owner’s Manual...
  • Page 37 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. 302 Owner’s Manual 2-11...

  • Page 38: Safety

    DANGER Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury. WARNING Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury. 2-12 302 Owner’s Manual...
  • Page 39 • 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. 302 Owner’s Manual 2-13...
  • Page 40 You are required to emit a five-second operating a boat under the influence of blast from your horn or whistle once every minute. alcohol and other drugs. These Additionally, have passengers wear PFDs and regulations are actively enforced. observe for oncoming vessels. 2-14 302 Owner’s Manual...
  • Page 41 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. 302 Owner’s Manual 2-15...
  • Page 42 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 2-16 302 Owner’s Manual...
  • Page 43 Road” for both federal and state waterways; you Excessive Noise must stop if signaled to do so by enforcement officers, and permit to be boarded as asked. Noise limits are regulated in many areas. Be sure to follow regulations and be courteous. 302 Owner’s Manual 2-17...

  • Page 44: Water Sports Safety

    • Do not use any fuel burning appliances with a transom exhaust port when swimming from the stern swim platform. DANGER Avoid injury or death. DO NOT practice unsafe water sports. 2-18 302 Owner’s Manual...
  • Page 45 The USCG issued a corrective action. Seek medical SAFETY ALERT on August 28, 2001 which covers attention if necessary. some issues of improper use of the boarding ladder/swim platform. The SAFETY ALERT and portions of the information follow: 302 Owner’s Manual 2-19...

  • Page 46: Navigation

    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. 2-20 302 Owner’s Manual...
  • Page 47 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 302 Owner’s Manual 2-21...

  • Page 48: 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. 2-22 302 Owner’s Manual...
  • Page 49 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 302 Owner’s Manual 2-23...
  • Page 50 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 2-24 302 Owner’s Manual...
  • Page 51 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. 302 Owner’s Manual 2-25...
  • Page 52 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. 2-26 302 Owner’s Manual...
  • Page 53 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 302 Owner’s Manual 2-27...
  • Page 54 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. 2-28 302 Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 55: Operating Information

    Section 3 302 Owner’s Manual Operating Information 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 56: Fueling

    If departing for an extended cruise, know the availability of fuel along your route. Practice the One Third Rule: one third to reach the destination, one third to return and one third in reserve. 302 Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 57: Launching

    • Have enough personal flotation devices for every person onboard. • Be sure the steering system operates smoothly and properly. • Verify the amount of fuel in the fuel tanks. • Verify the batteries are fully charged. COB_0040_A • Check weather conditions. 302 Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 58: Boarding

    To prevent injury, make sure the engines are off when swimmers, divers and skiers are boarding. Overloading of passengers, personal equipment and supplies could result in an accident, especially in rough waters. Maintain a balanced load at all times. 302 Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 59: Getting Underway

    Immediately have any problem attended to by your authorized Cobalt dealer. • Operate bilge blowers for at least four minutes before starting the engines or generator. • Do not overload your boat. 302 Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 60: 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. 302 Owner’s Manual...
  • Page 61 • TURN OFF ENGINE AND ALL ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS WHILE RE-FUELING. 5. Allow the engines to warm up. Check the water temperature gauges to be sure water • TURN OFF ENGINE WHEN SWIMMERS ARE temperature remains within the specified range. NEAR BOAT. 302 Owner’s Manual...
  • Page 62 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. 302 Owner’s Manual...
  • Page 63 Operating Information 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 302 Owner’s Manual...
  • Page 64 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. 3-10 302 Owner’s Manual...
  • Page 65 • If possible, throw a line to a person on the dock and have that person secure a bow line. If no one is on the dock, maneuver as close as you can, then secure any line to a piling or dock cleat. 302 Owner’s Manual 3-11...

  • Page 66: 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. 3-12 302 Owner’s Manual...
  • Page 67 To use power trim effectively, start with the drive units 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 TABS UNITS OUT TOO FAR COB_0066_A 302 Owner’s Manual 3-13...
  • Page 68 Some systems may include indicators to show position of the tabs and drive units. 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 3-14 302 Owner’s Manual...
  • Page 69 DANGER Avoid injury or death. Use the trim tabs slowly to adjust trim. Adjustments are not immediate. Improper use of the trim tabs at high speeds can cause an accident. 302 Owner’s Manual 3-15...
  • Page 70 • Practice using the throttle levers to control the suffer serious injury. Also, damage to boat. Try maneuvers in open water before the boat could take place causing a attempting them near docks or other boats. hazardous condition. 3-16 302 Owner’s Manual...
  • Page 71 If the boat begins to operate in DANFORTH an unsafe way, pull back on the throttles. ANCHOR Trim the drive units in at the same time KC-1571 and maintain control. 302 Owner’s Manual 3-17...
  • Page 72 Bring the boat to a stop with the bow facing into the wind or current. Lower the anchor. On dash control, place safety switch in the ON position. Press and hold the toggle switch down to pay out sufficient rope/chain to set the anchor. 3-18 302 Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 73: Environmental Considerations

    Give Have the operator of the towed boat steer with you, assistance to the occupants, then call the proper if possible. authorities. Environmental Considerations Using your boat in different environments requires special operating considerations. 302 Owner’s Manual 3-19...

  • Page 74: Entertainment System

    This will help prevent damage from freezing. Upon removing your Cobalt boat from the water, leave the drive units in the vertical position until cooling system has drained. Refer to your propulsion unit operator’s manual for additional information regarding winterization. 3-20 302 Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 75: 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. 302 Owner’s Manual 3-21...

  • Page 76: Helm And Instrumentation

    Do not jeopardize the normal or recommended ranges, determine the 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. 3-22 302 Owner’s Manual...
  • Page 77 If the pressure is lower INDICATOR LEDS - The LEDs will illuminate if the than the manufacturer’s specification, immediately switch is ON. shut off the engine. Have your authorized Cobalt dealer correct the problem before operating the engine. 302 Owner’s Manual 3-23...
  • Page 78 Since the speedometer input is performance and ride of the boat. The indicators received from water pressure, accuracy is only display the relative position of the trim tabs. approximate. 3-24 302 Owner’s Manual...
  • Page 79 If the operator is thrown from the seat or moves too far from the helm, the lanyard will become disconnected from the ignition safety switch, shutting off the engines. 302 Owner’s Manual 3-25...
  • Page 80 The ignition switches also supply the starboard side. accessory power when turned to the left. Anchor/Mooring Light - All boats at anchor or moored must display a proper white anchor light. 3-26 302 Owner’s Manual...
  • Page 81 NEUTRAL position accumulates the operating hours of the engine. until the engine(s) are at idle speed and the boat has slowed. When shifting from neutral to ENGINE forward or reverse, shift briskly HOURS and decisively. KC-0782 302 Owner’s Manual 3-27...

  • Page 82: Standard Equipment

    Transom Storage/Ice Chest Anchor Locker Bow Scuff Plate, Stainless Steel Midship Cleats Interior Removable Bow & Cockpit Carpet Aft Walk-Thru Carpet Air Compressor w/Holder Bow Cushion Insert Dinette Table 3-33 Pump-Out Porta Potti Bow Walk-Thru Doors Refreshment Console 3-28 302 Owner’s Manual...
  • Page 83 Through Prop Exhaust 10 Year Hull/Deck Warranty 5 Year Powertrain Warranty Composite Transom Composite Floor Fiberglass Cockpit Liner Deck Fiberglass Stringer System Fire Extingusiher, Manual Ignition Safety Switch 3-25 Kevlar Reinforced Hull Stainless Steel Windshield Braces 302 Owner’s Manual 3-29...

  • Page 84: Optional Equipment

    Refrigerator 3-33 Rivulet Carpet Upgrade (sand interior only) Shore Power Kit-110 Volt (incl. battery charger) 3-35 Shore Power Kit-220 Volt (incl. battery charger) 3-35 Stainless Steel Foot Tread (helm only) VacuFlush Head VacuFlush Head w/ Macerator 3-30 302 Owner’s Manual...
  • Page 85 Closed Cooling System - Twin Engines (Volvo Only) Fire Extinguisher, Automatic System CE Fire Extingusiher, Automatic System Stainless Prop Exchange - Twin Engines Tool Kit 3-41 Trim Tabs - Twin Engines 3-14 Windlass w/Line, Chain & Anchor 3-18 302 Owner’s Manual 3-31...

  • Page 86: Captain's Chair Adjustments And Operation

    DANGER Avoid potential injury or ejection of occupants. Do not stand while driving above an engine idle and make sure all passengers are seated and seats are in a locked/secured position when the boat is underway. 3-32 302 Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 87: Cockpit Dinette Table

    2. Lift the seat back to access table. 3. Lift the table top from its stowed position and lower the table into position. Return the seat cushion by placing the front of the seat cushion in position. 302 Owner’s Manual 3-33...

  • Page 88: Air Compressor

    The shore power inlet breaker switch is located position, the boat will be isolated from the batteries, under the seat cushion, at the aft, port side of the except for the automatic bilge pump. cockpit of your Cobalt boat. 3-34 302 Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 89: Shore Power Connection

    Refer to Section 1, Specifications for the capacity turn the switch OFF. of the water system. 3. Connect the shore power cable at the boat first. 4. Make sure the cable has more slack than the mooring lines. 302 Owner’s Manual 3-35...

  • Page 90: Water Level Indicator

    2-4 times to fill the bowl with water. 4. To flush, depress the foot pedal and push the flush button at the same time - hold until all waste is removed. 3-36 302 Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 91: Macerator Pump

    The chemical helps to control odor and break down the waste. Follow the manufacturer’s instructions on the chemical before using. A waste tank level monitor is installed to provide a visual indication of the amount of waste in the tank. 302 Owner’s Manual 3-37...

  • Page 92: Battery Charger

    2. Move the “Y” valve lever to the down or overboard position. NOTICE: Always double check 3. Activate the macerator pump by turning its snaps are secure. switch on. 4. Close the macerator discharge seacock and turn macerator pump off after the pumpout is complete. 3-38 302 Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 93: Bimini Top - Optional

    4. Zip the zippers completely and make sure the support. It is not designed to hold the Velcro is overlapping properly. additional weight. The supports can be adjusted for a better fit. 302 Owner’s Manual 3-39...

  • 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. 3-40 302 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. 302 Owner’s Manual 3-41...
  • Page 96 Section 3 Bowrider NOTES 3-42 302 Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 97: Systems

    Section 4 302 Owner’s Manual Systems 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

    Section 4 Bowrider ELECTRICAL WIRING HARNESS STEREO REMOTE LT.(36) STEREO REMOTE FROM STEREO (36) FEMALE END COB_0172_A 302 Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 99: Battery Cable Harness

    Systems BATTERY CABLE HARNESS COB_0173_A 302 Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 100: Fuel Routing

    Section 4 Bowrider FUEL ROUTING COB_0174_A 1 – Fuel Tank 2 – Fuel Fill Hose 3 – Fuel Tank Vent Hoses 4 – Fuel Tank Vents 5 – Fuel Fill 302 Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 101: Water/Plumbing

    1 – Freshwater Tank 5 – Water Pump 2 – To Refreshment Console Sink 6 – To Optional Transom Shower 3 – Freshwater Fill 7 – Waste Water Tank 4 – Freshwater Tank Vents 8 – To Head Sink 302 Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 102: Gray Waste Water

    INDICATE DIRECTION OF FLOW 1 – Freshwater Tank 5 – To Pump-out 2 – Water Pump 6 – Waste Tank Vent 3 – Optional Macerator Y-Valve 7 – To Head 4 – Optional Macerator 8 – Head 302 Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 103: 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. 302 Owner’s Manual...
  • Page 104 GASOLINE ENGINES STEREO/IGNITION HORN BLOWER BLOWER 1 BLOWER 2 NAV. LIGHTS FIRE EXT. RELAY DOCKING ENGINE COCKPIT ENG. COMP. LIGHTS HATCH LIGHTS STEREO BILGE PUMP BILGE PUMP LIGHTS TRIM WATER TABS PUMP RECEPTACLE REFRIGERATOR WIPER DIESEL ENGINES COB_0179_A 302 Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 105: 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 302 Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 106: Battery Connections

    Loose battery connections can cause errant signals to the boat’s electrical system. Read and understand the safety information on or supplied with your battery(ies). Maintain the batteries following the manufacturer’s recommendations. COB_0090_A 4-10 302 Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 107: Jump Start Studs

    Damage to engine and charging system will result. BLIGE PUMP HELM BATTERY CHARGER BATTERY CHARGER ELECTRONIC SHIFT ELECTRONIC SHIFT MERCATHODE COB_0177_A 1 – Receptacle 302 Owner’s Manual 4-11...
  • Page 108 Section 4 Bowrider NOTES 4-12 302 Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 109: Interior/Exterior Care

    Section 5 302 Owner’s Manual Interior/Exterior Care The best way of taking 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 110 Do not apply water or try to wash a butter, oil or grease spot. Hair oil tonic NOTICE: DO NOT use saddle Blood soap, cleaning solvents, Urine furniture polish, oils, varnish, abrasive cleaners, soaps or Grape juice ammonia water. Olive oil Chocolate Ketchup Baby oil 302 Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 111: Cabinetry And Wood

    Waterfall Bubinga or Birdseye Maple Dash Your Cobalt boat may be equipped with an optional CARPET Waterfall Buginga or Birdseye Maple Dash. Vacuum the carpet on a regular basis. Use household carpet stain removers and cleaners to clean the carpet. 302 Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 112: Deck And Hull

    See your authorized Cobalt dealer for protection to the interior, but will not protect the further information. gelcoat finish. Please check with your authorized Cobalt dealer for more information on the subject. *3M carries a complete line of fiberglass care products. 302 Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 113: 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. 302 Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 114: 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. 302 Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 115: 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. 302 Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 116: 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. 302 Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 117: Maintenance And Troubleshooting

    Section 6 302 Owner’s Manual Maintenance and Troubleshooting 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 118: 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. 302 Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 119: 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 302 Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 120: Fuel System

    1 – Hull completely on cradle — right wide-belting type. Do not use cable-type slings. The 2 – Gap between hull and cradle — wrong spreader bars used with the slings must be wide enough to avoid pressure to the gunwales. 302 Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 121: Storage/Winterization

    Section 5, Interior and Exterior Care. Cover the boat with the mooring cover. If a 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. 302 Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 122: 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. 302 Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 123: 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. 302 Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 124: Electrical

    Damaged fresh water 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. 302 Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 125: Reference And Forms

    Section 7 302 Owner’s Manual Reference and Forms OPERATION QUICK • Check generator fuel/water separator. • Open windows, doors and hatches. REFERENCE • Check that no fuel, oil or water is leaking or has Your safety, the safety of your passengers and leaked into the bilge compartment.

  • Page 126: 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. 302 Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 127: Service Log

    Reference and Forms SERVICE LOG Date Hour Reading Service/Repairs Performed 302 Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 128: Fuel Log

    Section 7 Bowrider FUEL LOG Gallons/ Gallons/ Date Gallons Hours Date Gallons Hours Hour Hour 302 Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 129: 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: 302 Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 130: 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 302 Owner’s Manual...

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