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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

    323 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 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 COBALT INSTRUMENTATION SYSTEM ..........3-21 323 Owner’s Manual...
  • Page 3 AIR CONDITIONING/HEATING - OPTIONAL ......... 3-44 COCKPIT TONNEAU COVER - OPTIONAL ........... 3-44 BIMINI TOP - OPTIONAL ................ 3-44 ENCLOSURE - OPTIONAL ..............3-45 SS ARCH WITH BIMINI INSTRUCTIONS - OPTIONAL......3-45 TIE DOWN LOCATIONS ................. 3-45 323 Owner’s Manual...
  • Page 4 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 ..............5-7 323 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 ................7-6 323 Owner’s Manual...
  • Page 6 Day Cruiser NOTES 323 Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 7: General Information

    Section 1 323 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. 323 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. 323 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. 323 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. 323 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. 323 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 323 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 323 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. 323 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. 1-10 323 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. 323 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 1-12 323 Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 19: Specifications

    Capacity, Fuel 174 gallons (658 L) Capacity, Water - optional 35 gallons (132 L) Capacity, by weight Yacht Certified Capacity, by persons Yacht Certified * Weights are estimated and can vary from the options and equipment added. 323 Owner’s Manual 1-13...

  • Page 20: Layout

    FUEL TANK FILL WATER TANK FILL BATTERY PORT FUEL TANK FILL SELECTOR SWITCH/ AIR COMPRESSOR/ STORAGE NAVIGATION LIGHT RECEPTACLE TRANSOM STORAGE/ SHORE POWER ICE CHEST BREAKERS/ OPTIONAL TRANSOM SPEAKER SWITCH SWIM PLATFORM/ SKI TOW EYE BOARDING LADDER COB_0013_A 1-14 323 Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 21: Propeller Application Chart

    BRAVO 1 1.65 1.65 MERC TWIN 6.2 MX MPI BRAVO 3 2.43 MERC TWIN 496 MAG MPI** BRAVO 3 24’S B-3 480321/322 48-823665A60/66A60 MERC TWIN 496 MAG MPI** BRAVO 1 1.50 1.65 ** Standard w/Thru Hull Exhaust 323 Owner’s Manual 1-15...

  • Page 22: Alphabetical Index

    Circuit Breaker Panel....4-8 Excessive Noise ..... . . 2-6 1-16 323 Owner’s Manual...
  • Page 23 Jump Start Studs ..... . 4-12 Passenger Seat ..... . . 3-34 323 Owner’s Manual 1-17...
  • Page 24 Shore Power Inlet Breaker Switch ..3-40 Wake/Wash ......2-6 1-18 323 Owner’s Manual...
  • Page 25 Windshield ......5-8 Zippers....... 5-8 323 Owner’s Manual 1-19...
  • Page 26 Section 1 Day Cruiser NOTES 1-20 323 Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 27: Responsibilities And Safety

    Section 2 323 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. 323 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. 323 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. 323 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. 323 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. 323 Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 33: Components, Maintenance And Repairs

    If the boat life. is abandoned, swim up wind, far enough to avoid fuel that may spread over the surface of the water. 323 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. 323 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. 323 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. 2-10 323 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. 323 Owner’s Manual 2-11...

  • Page 38: Safety

    Indicates a hazardous situation which, if Seating not avoided, will result in death or Keep your passengers seated in seats. The boat’s serious injury. bow, gunwale, transom platform and seat backs are not intended for use as seats while underway. 2-12 323 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. 323 Owner’s Manual 2-13...
  • Page 40 Federal and state law prohibit blast from your horn or whistle once every minute. operating a boat under the influence of Additionally, have passengers wear PFDs and alcohol and other drugs. These observe for oncoming vessels. regulations are actively enforced. 2-14 323 Owner’s Manual...
  • Page 41 Seek medical attention if 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. 323 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 2-16 323 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. 323 Owner’s Manual 2-17...

  • Page 44: Water Sports Safety

    • Do not use any fuel burning appliances with a liability arising from such assistance. transom exhaust port when swimming from the stern swim platform. DANGER Avoid injury or death. DO NOT practice unsafe water sports. 2-18 323 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: 323 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. 2-20 323 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 323 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. 2-22 323 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 323 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 2-24 323 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. 323 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. 2-26 323 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 323 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. 2-28 323 Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 55: Operating Information

    Section 3 323 Owner’s Manual Operating Information This section is not intended to provide complete FIRST TIME OPERATION 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

    Control Act prohibits the discharge of oil or oily waste into the water. Violators can be fined $5,000.00. We urge you to protect our fragile environment by avoiding any type of discharge, trash or litter into our waterways. 323 Owner’s Manual...
  • Page 57 If you smell filler cap, open by pressing the cap and turning the gasoline fumes, do not start the engines; cap counterclockwise (approximately 10°); remove continue to run the blower until fumes have cap. dissipated. 323 Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 58: 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. 323 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. 323 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. 323 Owner’s Manual...
  • Page 61 • TURN OFF ENGINE AND ALL ELECTRICAL 5. Allow the engines to warm up. Check the water SYSTEMS WHILE RE-FUELING. temperature gauges to be sure water • TURN OFF ENGINE WHEN SWIMMERS ARE temperature remains within the specified range. NEAR BOAT. 323 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. 323 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 323 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. 3-10 323 Owner’s Manual...
  • Page 65 Be ready to reverse to stop and maintain position. • If there is no wind or current, approach the dock at a 10° to 20° angle. 323 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. 3-12 323 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 323 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 3-14 323 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. 323 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. 3-16 323 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. 323 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. 3-18 323 Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 73: Environmental Considerations

    You should offer help to a boat in trouble. However, towing a capsized, grounded or hull damaged boat is dangerous. Give assistance to the occupants, then call the proper authorities. 323 Owner’s Manual 3-19...

  • Page 74: Entertainment System

    For a list of what is standard, or is available for your cooling system has drained. entertainment system, refer to Standard Refer to your propulsion unit operator’s manual for Equipment or Optional Equipment in this section. additional information regarding winterization. 3-20 323 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. 323 Owner’s Manual 3-21...

  • Page 76: 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. 3-22 323 Owner’s Manual...
  • Page 77 Use this gauge in combination with the trim normal ranges. switches located in the throttle control. 323 Owner’s Manual 3-23...
  • Page 78 17. ENG. COMP. LIGHTS - This switch provides Avoid damage to the exhaust system. illumination within the engine compartment. Do not switch the exhaust above 3,000 18. COCKPIT LIGHTS - This switch provides rpm. illumination within the cockpit. 3-24 323 Owner’s Manual...
  • Page 79 • Verify blower operation. 2 – Lanyard 3 – Hook • Run blower below cruising speed. 26. TILT STEERING RELEASE LEVER - Adjusts the steering wheel angle to a comfortable operating position when the boat is not moving. 323 Owner’s Manual 3-25...
  • Page 80 12 VDC The following information relates to the general accessory items. Limit the accessory to 10 Amps. description about your controls. Refer to the engine operator’s manual or the control operator’s manual for specific use. 3-26 323 Owner’s Manual...
  • Page 81 (all one size, and larger than the shift levers) grouped together. 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 323 Owner’s Manual 3-27...

  • Page 82: Standard Equipment

    3-32 Transom Storage/Ice Chest Transom Walk-Thru Door Interior Aft Walk-Thru Carpet Air Compressor 3-35 Bow Inserts 3-33 Captain’s Chair(s) 3-32 Carbon Monoxide Detector 2-16, 3-36 Cedar-Lined Hanging Locker Cuddy Cabin Access Door 3-37 Dinette Table 3-34 3-28 323 Owner’s Manual...
  • Page 83 Battery Switch - Dual 3-36 Composite Transom Fiberglass Cockpit Liner Deck Fiberglass Stringer System Fire Extinguisher, Manual Ignition Safety Switch 3-25 Jump Start Studs 4-12 Kevlar Reinforced Hull Stainless Steel Windshield Braces Through Prop Exhaust Trim Tabs-Twin Engines 3-13 323 Owner’s Manual 3-29...

  • Page 84: Optional Equipment

    Teak Accent Package Three Color Custom Graphics Tie Downs 3-45 Transom Shower (35 gal water) Interior Air Conditioning/Heating 3-44 Cabin Pillows Cockpit Heater Macerator System 3-43 Rivulet Carpet Upgrade Shore Power Kit - 220 Volt (International) 3-30 323 Owner’s Manual...
  • Page 85 Fire Extinguisher, Automatic System Generator (5 kW) 3-42 Closed Cooling System Through Hull Exhaust - Twin Engines Through Hull Exhaust w/Mufflers - Twin Engines Tool Kit 3-46 Warning System Alarm Windlass w/Line, Chain and Anchor 3-17 323 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 engine idle speeds and make sure all passengers are seated and seats are in a locked/secured position when the boat is underway. 3-32 323 Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 87: Bow Inserts

    Avoid personal injury. Stay clear of the steps when they are in the up position. Closing the cabin door slightly will prevent the steps from lowering. Return them to their down position before getting underway. COB_0014_A 323 Owner’s Manual 3-33...

  • Page 88: Cockpit Dinette Table

    If hydrogen is present, you probably will hear unusual sounds like air escaping through the pipe as water begins to flow. Allow the water to flow until these sounds disappear. 3-34 323 Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 89: Microwave

    12 V DC. To owner’s packet. operate the television: 1. Turn ON the battery “MAIN” and TV/STEREO switch located on the cabin distribution panel. 323 Owner’s Manual 3-35...

  • Page 90: Carbon Monoxide Detector

    A carbon monoxide (CO) detector will only detect the presence of carbon monoxide gas at its sensor and will not detect other vapors such as gasoline. Carbon monoxide may be present in other areas. 3-36 323 Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 91: Cuddy Cabin Access Door

    Unlock and remove the key to avoid breaking, unless leaving the boat. Do not use caustic materials or a dry rag to clean the door. Use only a mild soap and water. COB_0008_A 323 Owner’s Manual 3-37...

  • Page 92: Cabin Distribution Panels

    These systems have a load center panel which serves as the main distribution panel. The DC system supplies electricity to all of the boat’s electrical circuits (lights, pumps, blowers, ignition, etc.). 3-38 323 Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 93: Ac Electrical

    • Activate the individual component circuit The DC cabin distribution panel is labeled as breaker. follows: AC Electrical When the shore power cord is plugged in, all AC equipment can be operated. The shore power cord supplies power to the breakers. 323 Owner’s Manual 3-39...
  • Page 94 The shore power inlet breaker switch is located behind the door, at the at the port side of the aft sun OUTLETS pad of your Cobalt boat. ACCESSORY COB_0010_A The AC cabin distribution panel is labeled as follows: 3-40 323 Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 95: Shore Power Connection

    2 – Threaded Locking Collar 3 – Boat Receptacle To connect: 1. Turn off the boat’s MAIN AC circuit breaker on the Cabin Distribution Panel. 2. If the outlet on the pier has a disconnect switch, turn the switch off. 323 Owner’s Manual 3-41...

  • Page 96: Generator - Optional

    Start/Stop switch, hour meter and a main output AC than 105 volts. Do not use AC powered equipment Circuit Breaker. if voltage is less than 105 volts. 3-42 323 Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 97: Fresh Water

    Refer to the battery charger operator’s manual for If your Cobalt is equipped with the level indicator additional information. display panel, it will show the level of the water and/or waste in the tanks as follows: 323 Owner’s Manual 3-43...

  • Page 98: Air Conditioning/Heating - Optional

    Make sure the poles are perpendicular to the floor and adjust to “tent” the cover. 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). 3-44 323 Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 99: Enclosure - Optional

    COB_0001_A CAUTION 1 – Bow Eye 2 – Cleats The arch with bimini is designed for 3 – Stern Eyes Cobalt factory installed equipment only. Do not add any additional equipment without authorization from Cobalt. 323 Owner’s Manual 3-45...

  • Page 100: Motor Box Assembly

    Avoid injury or damage to your boat. The motor cover is heavy and may require more than one person to lift it manually. If lifting the box manually, position one person at each grab handle and lift straight up. Place support into position. 3-46 323 Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 101: Introduction

    Section 4 323 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 102: Electrical Wiring Harness

    LIGHT BLUE/BLACK (L BL/B) SPEAKER GROUND GR/B (GR/B) SPEAKER GROUND PINK/B (PK/B) SPEAKER GROUND ORANGE/RED (O/R) HEATER RED/YELLOW (R/Y) SPOT LIGHT A/C POWER DIST. PANEL GENERATOR REMOTE SWITCH TO DASH TO SHORE GENERATOR POWER INLET GROUND TO PORT ENG. COB_0118_A 323 Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 103: Fuel Routing

    3 – Fuel Tank Fill Caps 9 – Optional Generator 4 – Starboard Engine Fuel Line 10 – Generator Fuel/Water Separator 5 – Port Engine Fuel Line 11 – Starboard Fuel Tank Pickups 6 – Port Fuel Tank Pickups 323 Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 104: Water/Plumbing

    Fresh Water INDICATE DIRECTION OF FLOW OPTIONAL WATER LINES STANDARD HOT WATER LINES STANDARD COLD WATER LINES GALLEY SINK HEAD SINK WATER PRESSURE PUMP WATER HEATER 35 GALLON FRESH WATER TANK WATER FILL OPTIONAL TRANSOM SHOWER C0B_0120_A 323 Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 105: Raw Water

    Systems Raw Water AIR CONDITION WATER DISCHARGE AIR CONDITIONING UNIT GENERATOR AIR CONDITIONING STRAINER AIR CONDITIONING PUMP GENERATOR DISCHARGE GENERATOR STRAINER GENERATOR AIR CONDITIONING SEACOCK SEACOCK COB_0121_A 323 Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 106: Gray Water/Waste

    Day Cruiser Gray Water/Waste SHOWER SINK DRAIN DRAIN SINK SINK SINK DRAIN SUMP PUMP DRAIN HEAD WATER FRESH HEATER WASTE TANK OPTIONAL MACERATOR LINE WASTE OUT INDICATE DIRECTION OF FLOW GREY WATER OPTION STANDARD WATER LINES COB_0122_A 323 Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 107: Bilge Area

    9 – Starboard Engine 21 – Generator Battery Switch 10 – Aft Bilge Pump 22 – Starboard Engine Battery Switch 11 – Port Engine 23 – Windlass Circuit Breaker 12 – Port Drive Unit Pump 24 – Battery Jump Terminals 323 Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 108: Water System

    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. 323 Owner’s Manual...
  • Page 109 Systems DOCKING SPOT RECEPTACLE LIGHTS LIGHT STEREO HORN BLOWER BLOWER 1 BLOWER 2 NAV. LIGHTS ENGINE ENG COMP. COCKPIT WIPER MACERATOR HATCH LIGHTS LIGHTS RADAR BILGE PUMP BILGE PUMP BILGE PUMP SUMP PUMP COB_0127_A 323 Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 110: 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 4-10 323 Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 111: 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 323 Owner’s Manual 4-11...

  • Page 112: Jump Start Studs

    The jump start studs are located near or on the battery switch panel. NOTICE: Do not start an engine from the jump start studs without the batteries connected to the boat’s charging system. Damage to engine and charging system will result. COB_0100_A 1 – Receptacle 4-12 323 Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 113: Interior/Exterior Care

    Section 5 323 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 114 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 323 Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 115: Cabinetry And Wood

    Waterfall Bubinga or Birdseye Maple Dash Your Cobalt boat may be equipped with an optional Waterfall Buginga or Birdseye Maple Dash. CARPET Vacuum the carpet on a regular basis. Use household carpet stain removers and cleaners to clean the carpet. 323 Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 116: 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. 323 Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 117: 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. 323 Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 118: 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. 323 Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 119: 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. 323 Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 120: 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. 323 Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 121: Maintenance And Troubleshooting

    Section 6 323 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 122: 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. 323 Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 123: 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. 323 Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 124: Water System (If Equipped)

    If your boat does not have result of the inability of moisture to escape. decals, contact your authorized Cobalt dealer to identify the proper location for slings. Slings may need to be adjusted forward or aft for your particular boat. 323 Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 125: Storage/Winterization

    It is very important that both that all fuel systems mold or mildew. 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. 323 Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 126: 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. 323 Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 127: 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. 323 Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 128: 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. 323 Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 129: Reference And Forms

    Section 7 323 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 130: 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. 323 Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 131: Service Log

    Reference and Forms SERVICE LOG Date Hour Reading Service/Repairs Performed 323 Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 132: Fuel Log

    Section 7 Day Cruiser FUEL LOG Gallons/ Gallons/ Date Gallons Hours Date Gallons Hours Hour Hour 323 Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 133: 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: 323 Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 134: 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 323 Owner’s Manual...

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