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  • Page 1 Sea Ray Owner’s Manual 270 Select EX Owner’s Manual Part Number: MRP 1803645...
  • Page 3 Sea Ray, gives you important information on engine control and steering system. Throughout the all the features of your Sea Ray. For years of trouble- Owner’s Manual you will be referred to information free boating take the time to carefully review the provided by manufacturers of specific systems.
  • Page 4 THIS PAGE LEFT INTENTIONALLY BLANK 270 Select EX...

  • Page 5: Your Responsibilities

    Many states require additional registration when an out-of-state boat is used within their boundaries. Contact state boating authorities or any marine dealer for registration requirements. 270 Select EX...

  • Page 6: Dealer Responsibilities

    Owner’s Manual Packet. Locate and read the individual warranties; then put HULL IDENTIFICATION them together for easy future reference. The Sea NUMBER warranty is on the warranty information sheet ® in your packet. 270 Select EX...

  • Page 7: Service, Parts And Repair For Your Boat

    When your boat needs service, parts or repair, take Boat Safety Act of 1971. The Act is promulgated by it to an authorized Sea Ray® dealer. To find a dealer the United States Coast Guard who has authority in your area call: to enforce these laws on boat manufacturers that sell products in the United States.

  • Page 8: About Your Limited Warranty

    Thank you for your decision to buy a Sea Ray. The Sea Ray Limited Warranty is subject to change at any time at Sea Ray’s discretion. The information contained herein is general information about the Limited Warranty for the owner’s general knowledge, but does not alter or amend the terms of the Limited Warranty.

  • Page 9: Table Of Contents

    A. Fuel and Oil Spillage ........1.13 B. Waste Disposal ........... 1.14 C. Excessive Noise ......... 1.14 D. Wake / Wash ..........1.14 20. Nautical Terms ..........1.14 21. Key to Symbols on Controls and Prints ... 1.16 270 Select EX...
  • Page 10 11. Ground Fault Interrupter Receptacle (GFI) ..6.10 12. Electrolytic Corrosion and Zinc Anodes .... 6.11 E. Water System ..........8.6 13. Marine Electronic Cathodic Anti-Corrosion F. Fuel Systems ..........8.6 System .............6.12 14. Electrical Schematics ........6.12 viii 270 Select EX...
  • Page 11 A. Stainless Steel and Alloy Fittings ....9.2 B. Salt Crystals ...........9.3 7. Gauge & Switch Panels .........9.3 8. Acrylic Plastic Sheeting (Plastic Glass) ....9.3 9. Canvas and Clear Vinyl .........9.3 10. Exterior Upholstery Fabric ........9.4 11. Interior Upholstery Fabric ........9.4 NDEX 270 Select EX...
  • Page 12 Boats, Inc. ® reserves the right to make changes at any time, without notice, in the colors, equipment, specifications, materials and prices of all models, or to discontinue models. Should changes in production models be made, Sea Ray is not ®...

  • Page 13: Safety

    • Being aware of your passengers’ safety at all Replacement safety labels can be obtained by times; and calling your dealer or Sea Ray at 1-800- SRBOATS (International 1-314-216-3333) for • Reducing speed when there is limited visibility, information on how to contact the manufacturing rough water, nearby people in the water, boats, facility for your boat.

  • Page 14: Legally Mandated Minimum Required Equipment .1.2

    Carbon Monoxide can kill you. Open all doors, curtains, windows, and hatches to let Other: Your Sea Ray is equipped with the required fresh air circulate, when running engine, generator or navigation lights, engine exhaust and ventilation burning any fuel when boat is anchored, moored or systems.
  • Page 15 BLOCKING HULL EXHAUSTS. OPERATING AT SLOW OPERATING ENGINE AND/OR GENERATOR IN SPEED OR DEAD IN THE WATER. CONFINED SPACES. LLUSTRATION LLUSTRATION USING CANVAS CURTAINS. OPERATING WITH THE BOW HIGH. LLUSTRATION LLUSTRATION WINDS BLOWING EXHAUST TOWARD GOOD VENTILATION. BOAT OCCUPANTS. LLUSTRATION LLUSTRATION 270 Select EX...

  • Page 16: Lifesaving Equipment

    (required in some areas; consult local for comfort while engaged in regulations) sports such as skiing. • Charts of your intended cruising area • Compass • GPS or Loran position locating devices 270 Select EX...

  • Page 17: Operation

    The certification plate (See Fig. 1.6.1) located near the helm indicates maximum weight and number of persons your boat can handle under calm sea conditions. Do not exceed the load capacities stated. The number of people on board must be 270 Select EX...

  • Page 18: Power Capacity

    It is advisable to carry an extra propeller aboard in case you damage the one in use. 270 Select EX...

  • Page 19: Stability

    Watch your wake. It can capsize a small increase or decrease speed abruptly, your boat or damage moored boats or other passengers are at risk of being thrown overboard property. You are responsible for damage or thrown about the boat. caused by your wake. 270 Select EX...

  • Page 20: Weather

    Your 270 Select EX is Design Category C. lightning rod. Stay clear of the lightning rod, all The wind speed and wave height specified as the attached wiring and all metal parts of the boat.

  • Page 21: Chart Your Course

    U.S. Coast Guard, in likely, on occasion, find yourself in the vicinity of or the event you fail to return. engaging in water skiing activity. • Anyone who water skis must know how to swim. 270 Select EX...

  • Page 22: Skiing

    Do not water ski in congested areas. • Keep the boat and skier away from navigation markers. GO FASTER GO SLOWER • Stay well clear of other boats and skiers. SKIER IN WATER CUT MOTOR OK AFTER FALL BACK TO DOCK 1.10 270 Select EX...

  • Page 23: Emergency Situations

    Stop or slow the boat and circle toward the • Signal for help. victim. • Grab distress signals and survival gear. Put on • Try to approach heading into the wind or into PFDs. Prepare to abandon ship. the waves. 1.11 270 Select EX...

  • Page 24: Flooding, Swamping And Capsizing

    In the event of a collision, you are required to file an accident report. Contact a state enforcement agency or the nearest Coast Guard office. If you are boating outside of U.S. waters, consult the nation you are visiting for accident reporting requirements. 1.12 270 Select EX...

  • Page 25: Safety Hot Lines

    Community. remove it. Never pump contaminated bilge Further information concerning these requirements overboard. Help protect your waters. may be obtained from Sea Ray Customer Service: ® 1-800-SRBOATS. Fill tank(s) less than rated capacity. Allow for fuel expansion.

  • Page 26: Waste Disposal

    Head – toilet or toilet area in a boat. Be especially careful in confined areas such as Headroom – vertical distance between the deck channels or marinas. Observe “no wake” warnings. and cabin or canopy top. 1.14 270 Select EX...
  • Page 27 Transom – transverse part of stern. Wake – disturbed water that a boat leaves behind as a result of forward motion. Windward – toward the direction from which the wind is blowing. 1.15 270 Select EX...

  • Page 28: Horn

    CONTROL WITH WIDTH OF BATTERY ELECTRICAL TRIMMING LEVER CONTROL LEVER OPERAT- SYMBOL) HAZARD OPERATION (THROTTLE & SHIFT) ING DIRECTION LIFT POINT FIRE NO OPEN FLAME OR PROPER PROPELLER LIFT RISK NO SMOKING LOCATION OF POINT SLING 1.16 270 Select EX...

  • Page 29: Warning Label Locations

    WHEN VESSEL OPERATING BELOW CRUISING SPEED USE CAUTION WITH SKIER IN TOW AS TOW ROPE MAY BACKLASH INTO COCKPIT WHEN RELEASED. NOTICE: It is recommended that all occupants wear approved Personal flotation Devices (PFD’s). MRP 1745122 SR-787 UNDER STARBOARD CUSHION 270 Select EX 1. 17...
  • Page 30 THIS TAG INSTALLED WHEN BOAT IS ORDERED WITH MATERIALS THAT FLOAT CE INTERNATIONAL OPTION and does not include drainage 12 TO 25 MILES from toilets, urinals, hospitals, and cargo spaces. PLASTICS MRP 1744745 SR-761 LOCATED ON INSIDE OF STARBOARD STORAGE DOOR 270 Select EX 1. 18...

  • Page 31: General Boat Arrangement

    Even a small amount of water in the engine can cause rust and is to be avoided. & S LEAT TERN OCATIONS . 2.1.1) BOW EYE CLEAT BOW & STERN EYE CLEAT STERN CLEAT CLEAT CLEAT STERN CLEAT CLEAT 270 Select EX...

  • Page 32: Passenger Locations

    1. When the boat is moving, all passengers must be in the cockpit area or in the cabin and must be on seating provided or, if standing, holding on firmly (Fig. 2.3.1). 270 Select EX...
  • Page 33 Wear slip resistant footwear secured to your feet and hold on to rails or boat structure. DANGER Rotating propellers can injure or kill you. Shut off engine when persons are in water, near boat, on swim platform or ladder. 270 Select EX...

  • Page 34: Propulsion System

    The stern drive unit pivots to steer the boat. REFER TO THE ENGINE OWNER’S MANUAL FOR OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS AND WARRANTY INFORMATION. TANDARD TERN RIVE NBOARD UTBOARD . 2.4.1) NGINE ENGINE STERN DRIVE (OUTDRIVE) 270 Select EX...
  • Page 35 (92.7 cm) KEEL (A) 28’ 6” (8.69 m) (B) BEAM 9’ (2.74 M) 270 SELECT EX SPECIFICATIONS HEIGHT DIMENSIONS (A) Overall Length (D) Keel to Top of Arch ......8ft. 11.5in. 2.73 m With Std. Swim Platform ..28ft. 6in.

  • Page 36: Deck Layout

    CENTER WALK THRU TRANSOM DOOR AFT TABLE BASE BATTERY SWITCH (UNDER SEAT) U SHAPED AFT SEATING (WITH STORAGE BELOW) SUNPAD / ENGINE HATCH FRESH WATER FILL FUEL FILL WASTE PUMP-OUT SWIM PLATFORM PLATE LADDER (UNDER PLATFORM) TRANSOM SHOWER 270 Select EX...
  • Page 37 ENERAL RRANGEMENT 6. H & S AUGE WITCH AYOUT . 2.7.1) NSTRUMENT ANEL NAVMAN CHART PLOTTER SPEEDOMETER SYSTEM TACH OIL PRESSURE TEMPERATURE SPOTLIGHT CONTROL TRIM FUEL (OPTIONAL) . 2.7.2) WITCH ANELS PORT SWITCH PANEL STARBOARD SWITCH PANEL 270 Select EX...
  • Page 38 ECTION ENERAL RRANGEMENT AYOUT ONTINUED . 2.8.1) AYOUT COMPASS GPS CHART PLOTTER (OPTION) SPOT LIGHT CONTROLS GAUGE PANEL (OPTION) STARBOARD WINDLASS SWITCH PANEL CONTROLS TRIM TABS STEREO CONTROLS REMOTE STEERING WHEEL PORT WITH REMOTE SWITCH PANEL CONTROLS 270 Select EX...
  • Page 39 . 2.9.2) DOCKING LIGHT PUMP OUT HEAD CORSA (OPTIONAL) HEAD VENT SINK EXHAUST (OPTIONAL) DRAIN (OPTIONAL) ILGE HROUGH UTOUTS RANSOM HROUGH UTOUTS . 2.9.3) . 2.9.4) STERN EYE BOLTS (2 EACH PORT & STBD) TRANSDUCER GARBOARD DRAIN 270 Select EX...

  • Page 40: Gear Shift And Throttle Control

    This allows the throttle to be advanced without shifting the transmission when starting. It may be necessary to use the “throttle only” button in order to pump fuel into the engine for ease in starting. 2.10 270 Select EX...

  • Page 41: Trim Tabs

    BOW DOWN STARBOARD BOTTOM OF PORT SWITCH . 2.11.1) TRIM TAB ROCKER SWITCH (AT CONTROL STATION) HYDRAULIC RAM TRIM TAB PUMP HYDRAULIC FLUID RESERVOIR FILL ZINC ANODE HYDRAULIC RAM TRIM TAB TRIM TAB ZINC ANODE 2.11 270 Select EX...

  • Page 42: Power Trim Unit And Gauge

    INSTRUCTIONS AND WARRANTY INFORMATION. the trim position you prefer under various conditions. (F . 2.12.2) (F . 2.12.1) BOW-DOWN (“PLOWING”) STERN DRIVE-DOWN PROPER TRIM (3-5° BOW-UP ANGLE) STERN DRIVE - CENTERED BOW UP (“PORPOISING”) STERN DRIVE - UP 2.12 270 Select EX...

  • Page 43: Trailer Switch

    To bring the drive unit down the SmartCraft system offers. into boating position, push the power trim switch down. Refer to the SmartCraft owner’s manual in the owner’s packet for all SmartCraft operating instructions. 2.13 270 Select EX...

  • Page 44: Tachometer

    When not in use, the compass should be protected from excessive and prolonged sunlight. If your compass becomes sluggish or erratic, it should be serviced by an authorized repair station. 2.14 270 Select EX...

  • Page 45: Navigation And Anchor Lights

    “underway” and navigation lights must be used. STERN NAVIGATION / ANCHOR LIGHT (REMOVABLE) AVIGATION AND NCHOR IGHT WITCHES ) (F . 2.15.1) WITCH ANEL BOW COMBO NAVIGATION ANCHOR LIGHT LIGHT LIGHT SWITCH SWITCH 2.15 270 Select EX...
  • Page 46 2 • G ECTION ENERAL RRANGEMENT THIS PAGE LEFT INTENTIONALLY BLANK 2.16 270 Select EX...

  • Page 47: Section 3 • Using Your Boat

    Use a trailer that can properly support the boat’s Bilge blower on for at least four (4) minutes. Feel weight and shape. Get professional help in picking to confirm airflow at hull vent on hull side. Inspect the right trailer for your boat. 270 Select EX...

  • Page 48: Fueling The Boat

    Listen as tank fills and stop adding fuel before it precaution. spills. Fuel must have room for expansion. • There must be no smoking or any flames within 20 feet of the boat, before, during and for at least 5 minutes after fueling is completed. 270 Select EX...

  • Page 49: Boarding

    • If standing, maintain a firm grip on handholds. it from shifting if the boat encounters rough water When walking, grasp handholds. or weather. 270 Select EX...

  • Page 50: Starting The Engine

    If you DO NOT smell gasoline... 1. Check all fluid levels and (F . 3.4.2) 6. Place drive unit in full (F . 3.4.5) any other necessary DOWN/IN position. checks as specified in Section 8 and in the engine manual. 270 Select EX...

  • Page 51: Shifting To Drive The Boat

    OPERATING RANGE SHUT DOWN THE zone and the boat has been shifted into forward ENGINE IMMEDIATELY. GET TRAINED HELP TO gear, move shift/throttle lever forward to desired FIND AND FIX THE PROBLEM. engine speed. 270 Select EX...

  • Page 52: Stopping The Engine

    FLUID HERE RETURN LINE INSPECTED AT LEAST TWICE A YEAR BY YOUR POWER STEERING SEA RAY DEALER. See Section 8 of this manual PUMP for inspection, service and maintenance recommendations. HELM STEERING RACK The power steering pump (Fig. 3.6.5) fluid level MUST be checked every time prior to using the boat.

  • Page 53: Windlass (Optional)

    SAFETY MAIN CONTROL switch panel) to lower LANYARD WINDLASS the anchor. To raise the anchor, push down on the WINDLASS CONTROL toggle switch. INDLASS . 3.7.2) ANCHOR SAFETY CHUTE LANYARD PORTIONS OF THE DECK REMOVED FOR CLARITY 270 Select EX...

  • Page 54: To Operate From The Bow

    CLUTCH NUT • Reassemble the unit and tighten clutch by DRUM turning the handle clockwise. UPPER CONE REFER TO WINDLASS OPERATOR’S MANUAL IN YOUR OWNER’S PACKET FOR DETAILED OPERATING AND MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS. CHAIN PULLEY LOWER CONE 270 Select EX...

  • Page 55: Bilge

    URETHANE CAULK 2. Reach inside and feel immediately forward and DRAIN PLUG find the pin. 3. Pull pin from actuator ram. 4. Manually lift the hatch. Prop up hatch with a 2x4 or similar object. 270 Select EX...

  • Page 56: Bilge Pump

    (see Fig. 6.4.1) to ensure they have not blown. LOCK TAB Remove the motor module to see if the impeller FLOAT SWITCH rotates with the power on. KNOB TO MANUALLY TEST FLOAT SWITCH AND PUMP 270 Select EX...

  • Page 57: Bilge Blower

    (4) minutes before starting engine or generator. Do not allow obstructions to interfere with bilge blower Check bilge and engine compartment for fumes. or ventilation intake operation. Engine performance may be adversely affected. LOWER OCATION AND OUTING . 4.3.1) BLOWER BLOWER HOSE 270 Select EX...

  • Page 58: Engine And Stern Drive

    However, do NOT operate at full throttle when from head-on impacts to the stern drive from using the lower pitch propeller but not pulling underwater objects BUT ONLY when the boat is skiers. 270 Select EX...

  • Page 59: Propeller Removal And Installation

    1. Shut off engine, remove key, shift into neutral . 4.5.4) GEAR CASE and put tape over ignition switch key slot. WOOD BLOCK ROPELLER . 4.5.2) SECURING TABS 2. Straighten the bent tabs on the propeller nut retainer (Figure 4.5.2). 270 Select EX...

  • Page 60: Underwater Gear

    100% efficient. No 12-inch FRONT pitch blade will, in a single rotation, advance a boat THRUST HUB 12 inches. This variance is referred to as slippage. FRONT FRONT PROPELLER PROPELLER SHAFT ANODE 270 Select EX...
  • Page 61 ROPELLER AVITATION . 4.7.1) Cavitation is a normal occurrence in modern sport boats, and propeller inspection should be part of routine maintenance. OPTIMUM PERFORMANCE CAVITATION 270 Select EX...

  • Page 62: Bilge Layout

    AYOUT ILGE AYOUT . 4.8.1) FRESH WATER PUMP POWER TRIM PUMP FRESH WATER TANK HOLDING TANK VENT FILTER BATTERIES TRIM TAB PUMP FUEL TANK BILGE FLOAT SWITCH FIRE EXTINGUISHER BLOWER TRANSDUCER WASTE WATER HOLDING TANK BILGE PUMP 270 Select EX...

  • Page 63: Fuel System

    Take time to read all the fuel or elsewhere in the boat. related information in the Owner’s Manual. The 270 Select EX standard gasoline fuel system A. E consists of a 94 gallon (340.65 liter) fuel tank, fuel...

  • Page 64: Fueling Precautions

    • Shutdown the engine, motors and fans prior to taking on fuel. Any ignition sources should be extinguished before filling the fuel tank. • Close all ports, windows, doors, and hatches. 270 Select EX...

  • Page 65: After Fueling Checklist

    UELING HECKLIST • Windows, doors, hatches – open. • Sniff test – if fuel fumes remain, operate blowers until fumes are gone. • Fuel tank – secure filler cap. • Spills – wipe; dispose of rags ashore. 270 Select EX...
  • Page 66 5 • F ECTION YSTEM THIS PAGE LEFT INTENTIONALLY BLANK 270 Select EX...

  • Page 67: Section 6 • Electrical System

    CAUTION the batteries from the boat and connect them to a charger. To prevent arcing or damage to the alternator, always disconnect battery cables before doing any work on the engine’s electrical system. 270 Select EX...

  • Page 68: Recommended Batteries

    Do not use automotive parts for these components or any jumper cables because they are not ignition- allows the bilge pump to operate any time excess protected and could cause a fire or explosion. fluid accumulates in the bilge, which can occur 270 Select EX...

  • Page 69: Fuses

    11. SPOTLIGHT 12. HATCH LIFT 13. DOCKING LIGHTS 14. REFRIGERATOR 15. VHF 16. CO MONITOR 17. CHART 18. ACCY BLANK REFER TO MANUFACTURER’S RECOMMENDATION FOR FUSE RATING FOR CHART PLOTTER) (ATO T ONDITION GOOD FUSE BLOWN FUSE 270 Select EX...

  • Page 70: Volt Accessory Receptacle

    The receptacle is a cigarette lighter bulb using the type and wattage of the original style plug that may be used with any 12 volt bulb. accessories using this type of plug. 12 V CCESSORY ECEPTACLE . 6.4.2) 270 Select EX...
  • Page 71 XTERIOR IGHTS . 6.5.1) BOW NAV. LIGHT BULB REPLACEMENT BULB# GE2641L 12V R 10W MAST NAV. LIGHT BULB REPLACEMENT FUSE TYPE BULB #12V10WPERKO COCKPIT LIGHT BULB REPLACEMENT FUSE TYPE BULB #12V10WPERKO #70-0 RECTANGLE LIGHT BULB REPLACEMENT BULB#CEC1141 270 Select EX...

  • Page 72: Ac System

    220 Volt / 50 Hz Wiring (Optional System) CAUTION Never operate 220V shore power at less than 208 V. The 220 volt / 50Hz wiring installed on Sea Ray ® boats consists of three (3) color-coded wires. The brown wire is the “hot” feed, light blue is the common, or neutral, and the green wire is the ground.

  • Page 73: Shore Power (Optional)

    OFF MAIN and DOCK break- Route and tie the power cord from the boat to ers. Disconnect power cords. Consult the dockside power outlet box to prevent persons tripping over it and the cord falling in dockmaster.) the water. 270 Select EX...
  • Page 74 Always clean and A. Turn OFF equipment breakers. spray your cord ends with moisture repellant before B. Turn OFF MAIN breaker. using and before storing the cord. (MDP) (F . 6.8.2) ISTRIBUTION ANEL AC VOLTS 270 Select EX...

  • Page 75: Maintenance For Shore Power Cable & Shore Power Inlet

    The main distribution panel is hinged to swing open for servicing. charger is in the float mode the voltage is increased to 14.4 volts which mixes the battery Reverse the procedure for closing the panel. electrolyte to prevent battery stratification. 270 Select EX...

  • Page 76: Ground Fault Interrupter Receptacle (Gfi)

    It does not prevent line-to-ground electric shock, but does limit the time of exposure to a period considered safe for normally healthy persons. 6.10 270 Select EX...

  • Page 77: Electrolytic Corrosion And Zinc Anodes

    A much less "noble" than the copper-based alloys and galvanic current isolator (zinc saver) is standard aluminum used in underwater fittings, will deteriorate on all Sea Ray ® boats. It is installed between the first and protect the other metals.

  • Page 78: Marine Electronic Cathodic Anti-Corrosion System

    The system service technicians. Sea Ray does not ® components are designed for marine service. DO recommend that you attempt to work on the boat’s ®...
  • Page 79 270 SLX E LECTRICAL CHEMATICS DC W IRING IAGRAM . 6.13.1) DRAWING NO. 09-601 (1 OF 3) R 6. 13 270 Select EX...
  • Page 80 270 SLX E LECTRICAL CHEMATICS ONTINUED DC W IRING IAGRAM . 6.14.1) DRAWING NO. 09-601 (2 OF 3) R 6. 14 270 Select EX...
  • Page 81 270 SLX E LECTRICAL CHEMATICS ONTINUED DC W IRING IAGRAM . 6.15.1) DRAWING NO. 09-601 (3 OF 3) R 6. 15 270 Select EX...
  • Page 82 270 SLX E LECTRICAL CHEMATICS ONTINUED PORTS OWER IRING CHEMATIC TEREO IRING CHEMATIC . 6.16.1) . 6.16.2) DRAWING NO. 09-607 DRAWING NO. 09-608 (1 2) R 6. 16 270 Select EX...
  • Page 83 TEREO IRING CHEMATIC REMIER TEREO PGRADE PTION INDLASS IRING IAGRAM . 6.17.1) . 6.17.2) DRAWING NO. 09-608 (2 2) R DRAWING NO. 09-614 6. 17 270 Select EX...
  • Page 84 270 SLX E LECTRICAL CHEMATICS ONTINUED (120VAC/60H (220VAC/50H IRING IAGRAM IRING IAGRAM . 6.18.1) . 6.18.2) DRAWING NO. 09-630 DRAWING NO. 09-632 R 6. 18 270 Select EX...
  • Page 85 270 SLX E LECTRICAL CHEMATICS ONTINUED MARTCRAFT YSTEM IAGRAM W NTELLIWHEEL . 6.19.1) DRAWING NO. 09-713 6. 19 270 Select EX...
  • Page 86 270 SLX E LECTRICAL CHEMATICS ONTINUED AVMAN YSTEM IAGRAM . 6.20.1) DRAWING NO. 09-720 6. 20 270 Select EX...
  • Page 87 270 SLX E LECTRICAL CHEMATICS ONTINUED ARNESS ARNESS . 6.21.1) . 6.21.2) DRAWING NO. 09-801 (1 2) R DRAWING NO. 09-801 (2 6. 21 270 Select EX...
  • Page 88 270 SLX E LECTRICAL CHEMATICS ONTINUED TARBOARD ARNESS ARNESS . 6.22.1) . 6.22.2) DRAWING NO. 09-805 DRAWING NO. 09-806 6. 22 270 Select EX...
  • Page 89 270 SLX E LECTRICAL CHEMATICS ONTINUED ATTERY HARGER ARNESS ASTE YSTEM ARNESS . 6.23.1) . 6.23.2) DRAWING NO. 09-809 DRAWING NO. 09-811 6. 23 270 Select EX...
  • Page 90 270 SLX E LECTRICAL CHEMATICS ONTINUED PORT POILER ARNESS INDLASS ARNESS . 6.24.1) . 6.24.2) DRAWING NO. 09-813 DRAWING NO. 09-821 6. 24 270 Select EX...

  • Page 91: Layout And Accessory Locations

    Your marine dealer may have a water treatment additive that can be used to sanitize the system. Follow the instructions provided with the additive. 270 Select EX...

  • Page 92: Water Pump And Filter

    The filter should be checked and cleaned once a season or when flow is restricted. C. W INTERIZING THE ATER YSTEM For winterizing the water system refer to Section 8, Winterization Checklist For Boats Stored on Land, E. Water System. 270 Select EX...

  • Page 93: Shower System

    ORWARD NSTALLATION PORT . 7.3.1) STBD FWD SUMP PUMP FROM HEAD SINK & FLOAT SWITCH TO THRU-HULL FROM HEAD FITTING FLOOR DRAIN TO HOLDING SHOWER SUMP TANK THRU-HULL FROM COCKPIT FITTING WET BAR 270 Select EX...

  • Page 94: Gray Water System (Option)

    . C l o s e w a s t e d i s c h a r g e s e a c o c k a n d remove handle or take other measures to avoid marked GRAY WATER/WASTE. fine. 270 Select EX...

  • Page 95: Requirements For Operators

    FULL light is on, the DO NOT FLUSH light will also be on. When these lights are ON, the holding tank must be emptied before the head can be ORTABLE . 7.5.1) reused. FRESH WATER & CHEMICAL TANK WASTE MATERIAL TANK 270 Select EX...

  • Page 96: Vent Filter

    BAND MUTE DISC Note: Do not over fill the holding tank as this will STEREO flood the vent filter and render it useless. Filter REMOTE replacement will then be required. See Parts Manual for correct replacement filter. 270 Select EX...

  • Page 97: Steering Wheel Remote Controls

    TROLL- and TROLL+ buttons on the System LEFT arrow button - TACH. • In radio or satellite mode - When pressed and Up direction button - When pressed and released released cycles through the preset selects which system gauge display to control 270 Select EX...

  • Page 98: Water Sport Tower (Optional)

    ATER PORT OWER PTIONAL . 7.8.1) WARNING • In case of fire DO NOT open engine box or compartment. • Shut down engine and blowers. • Continuously discharge entire contents of portable fire extinguisher through port immediately. 270 Select EX...

  • Page 99: Extinguisher Indicator Light

    If the unit discharges, the light will go OFF. UTOMATIC XTINGUISHER NDICATOR IGHT . 7.9.2) AUTOMATIC HALON SYSTEM 1. LIGHT ON-UNIT CHARGED 2. LIGHT OFF-UNIT DISCHARGED 3. IF SYSTEM DISCHARGES. SHUT DOWN ENGINE(S), BLOWERS AND ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS 270 Select EX...

  • Page 100: Safety Pin

    For safety and ease of installation and removal of canvas, use at least two people. Know which canvas piece(s) that you are to install or remove. 7.10 270 Select EX...

  • Page 101: Installation Tips

    • Adjustable Support Rods: Adjustable support rods are located on the Convertible and Bimini Top. There is an outside tube and an inside tube. Push in the button to adjust for longer or shorter rod lengths. 7.11 270 Select EX...
  • Page 102 7 • O & A ECTION PTIONS CCESSORIES THIS PAGE LEFT INTENTIONALLY BLANK 7.12 270 Select EX...
  • Page 103 Electrical System - AC ..........6.6 GFI Receptacles ..........6.10 Main Distribution Panel ........6.6 Hatch, Electric Sunpad/Engine ........ 4.1 RCCB Recepatcle .......... 6.10 Head System ............ 7.4, 8.6 Holding Tank ............7.5 Horn ............... 7.11 270 Select EX Index 1...
  • Page 104 Tachometer ..2.14. See also Layout: Helm, Gauge & OEM ................i Switches Oil Pressure ..2.14. See also Layout: Helm, Gauge & Trim Tabs ..............2.11 Switches Owner’s Manual Packet ..........i Personal Flotation Devices (PFDs) ..1.2, 1.4, 3.3 Index 2 270 Select EX...
  • Page 105 Water Sport Tower ........... 7.8 Water Sports ............1.9 Water System ........... 7.1, 8.6 Water Temperature ..2.14. See also Layout: Helm, Gauge & Switches Weather ..............1.8 Windlass ..............3.7 Winterizing ............7.2, 8.5 Zinc Anodes ............6.11 270 Select EX Index 3...
  • Page 106 NDEX THIS PAGE LEFT INTENTIONALLY BLANK Index 4 270 Select EX...

  • Page 107: Maintenance

    Clean Owner’s Manual p. 9.2 As Needed Controls Steering Check for proper operation To be done by Sea Ray dealer every six months Power steering oil level Engine Manual • Gear Shift & Throttle Lubricate. Include all shift Engine Manual •...
  • Page 108 • or missing parts Anchor rope Check rope for wear • Transmission Oil Strainer Screen Clean To be done by Sea Ray dealer annually Trim Tabs Fluid Check and add as needed Trim Tab Manual • Zincs Transom Zinc Check and replace as needed Owner’s Manual p. 6.20...
  • Page 109 WARRANTY REGISTRATION DATE ENGINE MAKE & MODEL SERIAL NUMBER PART NUMBER FUEL CAPACITY WATER CAPACITY KEY NUMBER, IGNITION DOOR SELLING DEALER CITY & STATE LENGTH BEAM DRAFT VERTICAL CLEARANCE ESTIMATED WEIGHT GENERATOR SERIAL # MODEL # KILOWATTS 270 Select EX...

  • Page 110: Inspection, Service And Maintenance Protocol

    Work on electrical wiring can create shock hazards using a bilge cleaner available from your dealer or or sparks. a marine store. Always shut off battery switch, breakers and/or pull fuses before checking electrical wiring or connectors. 270 Select EX...

  • Page 111: Topside And Supplies

    • Store on wooden pallet or thick plastic in a cool • Make certain you have enough PFDs on board for the maximum number of persons you can dry place. Do not store on concrete. carry. 270 Select EX...

  • Page 112: Head System

    Run engine(s) for ten minutes to ensure that all • Remove water hoses from water pump. gasoline in the carburetor and fuel lines are treated. • Alternate opening one faucet at a time to make sure water is removed from each line. 270 Select EX...

  • Page 113: Fitting Out After Storage

    After the cable clamps are tightened, smear the post and clamps with vaseline or grease to exclude air and acid. Do not apply grease before 270 Select EX...

  • Page 114: Seacock Lubrication

    Work handle back and forth a few times. Add oil as needed. • Replace hose and tighten clamp. • Add a few drops of oil to the handle pivot point. EACOCK . 8.8.1) SEACOCK HANDLE HOSE OPEN HOSE CLAMPS SEACOCK BODY PIVOT POINT 270 Select EX...

  • Page 115: Quick Reference Checklist

    UICK EFERENCE HECKLIST As the owner/operator of a Sea Ray boat, you are responsible for the safe operation of your boat and the safety of ® your passengers. Always be sure that required documents, navigational equipment and Coast Guard required safety equipment is aboard and in proper working order.

  • Page 116: Preparing To Depart And After Launching

    Do not run the engine or generator in an enclosed area, such as a closed boat house, as there is the possibility of buildup and inhaling of carbon monoxide. *If engine fails to start, refer to the Engine Owner’s Manual for further troubleshooting procedures 8.10 270 Select EX...

  • Page 117: While Underway

    Run the bilge blowers if necessary. Check for water in bilge. Run bilge pumps if necessary NGINE 1. Throttle & Gearshift Control ........Bring to IDLE and NEUTRAL positions 2. Tachometer ............. Idle the engines for five (5) minutes to cool down 8.11 270 Select EX...

  • Page 118: Securing The Boat

    6. Check ignition switch connections TARTER OTOR ESPONDS GNITION 1. Check that fuel tanks are not empty 2. Check fuel filters and filter/water separators clean 3. Check electrical connections on engine wiring harness and ignition wiring 8.12 270 Select EX...

  • Page 119: Operating The Generator

    3. STOP Switch ..............Depress to stop the generator set WARNING Do not run the generator or engines in an enclosed area, such as a closed boat house, as there is the possibility of buildup and inhaling of carbon monoxide. 8.13 270 Select EX...
  • Page 120 Any safety or operational equipment added to your boat after delivery should be checked for seaworthiness and proper working condition. Use the area below to list any equipment and the proper operating condition of that equipment before getting underway. Equipment Proper Operating Condition 8.14 270 Select EX...
  • Page 121 Follow the recommended maintenance listed on pages 1 & 2 of this section and keep a record of this and ALL maintenance performed on your boat. You might want to copy these pages before using them to have blank ones available when these are full. Date Maintenance Description Engine Hours 8.15 270 Select EX...

  • Page 122: Maintenance Log

    8 • R ECTION EQUIRED NSPECTION ERVICE AND AINTENANCE ’ AINTENANCE Date Maintenance Description Engine Hours 8.16 270 Select EX...

  • Page 123: Section 9 • Care & Refinishing

    Check all areas of the engine room for accumulated water and dry thoroughly. Water left standing may penetrate through the gelcoated surfaces and wick into the fiberglass affecting the life of the product. 270 Select EX...

  • Page 124: Permanently Moored Or Docked Boats

    The bottom paint should be inspected annually. If • Alcohol can be used to remove difficult stains. it needs repainting consult your Sea Ray dealer. ® But it must be promptly washed off with mild detergent and water.

  • Page 125: Salt Crystals

    Do not use solvents such as acetone, silicone spray, benzine, carbon tetrachloride, fire extinguisher fluid, dry cleaning fluid or lacquer thinner on acrylic, since they attack the surface. Remove fine scratches with fine automotive acrylic rubbing and polishing compounds. 270 Select EX...

  • Page 126: Exterior Upholstery Fabric

    Packet. NOTICE Always clean spots, stains, etc., immediately. Test an unseen area of fabric before cleaning stain, to insure that cleaning material will not cause damage. REFER TO THE OWNER'S MANUAL PACKET FOR INSTRUCTIONS OTHER CLEANING INFORMATION. 270 Select EX...

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