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OWNERS MANUAL
SUPER AIR NAUTIQUE 210, 230
SUPER AIR NAUTIQUE GS20, GS22, GS24
SUPER AIR NAUTIQUE G21, G23, G25

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  • Page 1 2018 OWNERS MANUAL SUPER AIR NAUTIQUE 210, 230 SUPER AIR NAUTIQUE GS20, GS22, GS24 SUPER AIR NAUTIQUE G21, G23, G25...
  • Page 3 Dear Nautique Owner, Welcome to the Nautique Family! For over 90 years, Nautique has been dedicated to providing our customers and their families with the finest inboard boats available. It’s our passion to create the best performing boats in the industry. Boats that allow you to escape the routine of everyday life.

  • Page 4: Record Important Information

    Record Important Information In addition to this manual, your Nautique boat is supplied with component manufacturer information such as instructions, warranties or other important information. Read these materials carefully since improper operation and maintenance can void the warranty and jeopardize personal safety. Safeguard information about your Nautique boat by recording the Hull Identification Number (HIN) and the model of your boat and the model and serial numbers of your engine/transmission and trailer, if applicable.

  • Page 5: Boater's Checklist

    Boater’s Checklist For improved safety and enjoyment, check each of these items: Check Before You Launch Your Boat: • Read both the engine and the boat operator manuals. • Drain plug (Securely in place?) • Propeller Condition (Prop nut tight and secured, no cracked or bent blades, prop turns freely?) •...

  • Page 6: Restricted Areas

    Restricted Areas Before boating, check with Local, State and Federal authorities to identify restricted areas. Because of the threat of terrorism, the U.S. Coast Guard has and will continue to implement strict limits on watercraft near U.S. Navy and Coast Guard ships and other potential targets.

  • Page 7: Product Improvement

    All Nautique boats built in model year 2018 meet the California EVAP Emissions regulation for spark-ignition marine watercraft. The label shown here will be affixed to the boat near the helm on any Nautique boat manufactured for use in California. EMISSIONS CONTROL SYSTEM INFORMATION MEETS 2018 MY CALIFORNIA EVAP EMISSIONS REGULATIONS FOR SPARK-IGNITION MARINE WATERCRAFT...

  • Page 8: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Welcome........i Safety and Required Record Important Equipment......1-15 Information.......ii Navigation Lights..... 1-16 Boater’s Checklist....iii Emergency Safety Restricted Areas....... iv Lanyard......1-16 Proposition 65......iv Personal Flotation Emission Control Warranty Devices.......1-18 Information......iv Fire Extinguisher....1-20 Boating Terminology....v Horn or Whistle....1-20 Product Improvement....v Bilge Pump(s)....1-21 Visual Distress Signals..
  • Page 9 Boating Regulations..1-59 210, 230, GS20, GS22, GS24 Encountering Another and G21 Dash Pod and Vessel......... 1-60 Console........2-7 G23 and G25 Dash Pod and Aids to Navigation.... 1-64 Night Running....1-70 Console........2-9 Watersports Safety....1-73 Keypad........2-10 Hand Signals.....1-75 Keys........2-11 Towed Person Safety GS20 Deck Layout....
  • Page 10 Standard Equipment...3-18 Boat Systems......4-1 Watersports Tow Point..3-18 Fuel System......4-1 Tow Rope Attachment..3-19 Fuel System - 210, 230..4-2 Bow Features of Your Fuel System - GS20, GS22, GS24........4-3 Nautique......3-20 Driver’s Seat Adjustment.. 3-21 Fuel System - G21, G23, Rearview Mirror G25........
  • Page 11 Getting Underway....5-1 Removal.......7-6 Safety Checklist...... 5-1 Installation......7-7 Safety Equipment....5-2 Through-Hull Fittings... 7-8 Fueling........5-2 Quick Oil Drain System..7-8 Gasoline Containing Salt Water Boating....7-9 Alcohol........ 5-3 Freshwater Flushing Kit - When Fueling..... 5-4 Optional......... 7-9 After Fueling.......5-5 Proper Use of Freshwater Boarding.........5-5 Flushing Kit......7-9 Boat Planing......5-5...
  • Page 12 Storage......... 9-1 Warranty......W-1 Lifting Rings......9-1 NAUTIQUE LIMITED Winterizing Your Boat...9-4 WARRANTY......W-1 Winterizing the Heater Lifetime Limited System (in Raw Water- Warranty......W-1 Cooled Engines Only)..9-5 Transferable Lifetime Check for Water in Your Fuel Limited Warranty....W-1 System........9-6 Five (5) Year Base Winterizing Ballast Tanks Limited Warranty....W-2 (if equipped)......9-7...

  • Page 13: Boating Safety

    Section 1 Boating Safety Introduction Congratulations on your purchase of a new high-performance recreational tow boat. Your Nautique boat has been constructed to meet and/or exceed all U.S. Coast Guard (USCG) and National Marine Manufacturers Association (NMMA) requirements applicable at the time of its manufacture. However, it is still your responsibility as the boat owner to ensure the boat is operated in a safe manner and is properly maintained.

  • Page 14: About This Owner's Manual

    Section 1 About this Owner’s Manual The recommended practices and warnings in this manual represent sound advice for recreational boating and identify common risks encountered by boaters engaging in towed watersport activities. Read and understand the contents of this manual. Ask questions of a boating professional if anything in this manual does not make sense to you.

  • Page 15: Signal Words And Symbols Used In This Manual

    Boating Safety Signal Words and Symbols Used In This Manual Throughout this manual specific precautions and symbols identify safety-related information. You will find DANGER, CAUTION, WARNING, NOTICE and SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS symbols which require special attention. Please read them carefully and follow these precautions as indicated! They will explain how to avoid hazards that may endanger you, your passengers, towed participants, and other boaters.

  • Page 16: Basic Safety Rules

    Section 1 Basic Safety Rules Make sure you understand all of the operating instructions prior to attempting to operate this boat. Boating-related accidents are generally caused by the operator’s failure to follow basic safety rules or written precautions. Most accidents can be avoided if the operator is completely familiar with the boat and its operation, follows recommended practices, and is able to recognize and avoid potentially hazardous situations.

  • Page 17: Pre-Operation Check List - Before Leaving The Dock

    Boating Safety Pre-operation Check List - Before Leaving the Dock Failure to follow these precautions may result in severe injury or death to you and/or others. The operator shall: • Check that weather conditions are safe for boating. It is the driver’s responsibility to determine if weather or other factors have created an unsafe boating environment.
  • Page 18 Section 1 • Have at least one other passenger who is capable of operating the boat safely in case of an emergency. Gasoline vapors can explode. Before starting engine operate blower for 4 minutes and check engine compartment bilge for gasoline vapors. •...

  • Page 19: Precautions While Underway

    Boating Safety Precautions While Underway Failure to follow these precautions will result in serious injury or death. The operator shall: • Check that the area behind the boat is all clear before starting the engine to AVOID PROPELLER INJURY to persons in the water behind the boat or on the swim platform.
  • Page 20 Section 1 The operator shall: • Follow safe operating practices, the “Rules of the Road”, and the Watersports Responsibility Code. • Not operate a boat if under the influence of alcohol or other drugs. • Attach the emergency cutoff switch lanyard to his person when operating the boat.
  • Page 21 Boating Safety • NEVER leave children unattended and in the boat without adult supervision. • Have children riding in the bow of the boat be accompanied by an adult in the bow and ensure that all remain seated when the boat is in motion. •...

  • Page 22: Safety While Maintaining The Vessel

    Section 1 • NEVER allow any type of spark or open flame near gasoline or engine compartment. • Avoid grounding the boat: be familiar with local conditions and water depth. If you are uncertain, then proceed slowly with caution. Sudden groundings from planing speeds may cause rapid decelerations and cause occupants to impact the boat and/or to be ejected from the boat.
  • Page 23 Boating Safety • Never remove or modify components of the fuel system in any way except for maintenance by qualified personnel. Tampering with fuel components may cause a hazardous condition which could lead to a fire or explosion. • Never override or modify the engine neutral starting safety switch in any way.

  • Page 24: Owner Responsibility And Boating Education

    Section 1 Owner Responsibility and Boating Education Important Safety Information Your safety, the safety of your passengers, and the safety of other boaters is dependent on how you operate and maintain your boat. As operator or owner of this boat, you are responsible for the safety of those with and around you while boating.

  • Page 25: Registration

    Boating Safety Before operating the boat, the owner/operator is responsible for: • Registering the boat as required in the jurisdiction where the boat is being operated. • Providing the proper (USCG) safety equipment, and checking local, state and federal agencies as to laws and regulations (USCG carriage requirements).

  • Page 26: Boating Safety Education Opportunities

    Section 1 Boating Safety Education Opportunities It is recommended that the boat owner/operator obtain boater safety education. If you have never owned a boat before, you can get an excellent introduction to boat handling from organizations such as the U.S. Coast Guard, American Red Cross, United States Coast Guard Auxiliary, or your local boating authority.

  • Page 27: Operation By Minors And Licensing

    Boating Safety Operation by Minors and Licensing If your boat will be operated by a minor, remember to have an adult present at all times. Many states have laws regarding minimum age and licensing requirements for minors. Some states require boat training courses, certification,or licensing for minors and/or adults.

  • Page 28: Navigation Lights

    Section 1 Some required safety equipment, such as life jackets (PFDs), are not included with your boat. Your dealer can help you choose the appropriate equipment. Many states’ equipment requirements go beyond USCG requirements. Contact your state boating office for further information.
  • Page 29 Boating Safety It is recommended that you use the Emergency Safety Lanyard system as failure to do so can cause death or serious injury. DO NOT operate the boat if the Emergency Safety Lanyard system does not function properly. • Attach the Emergency Safety Lanyard to a secure place on your clothing, your arm or your leg while operating.

  • Page 30: Personal Flotation Devices

    Section 1 Personal Flotation Devices Federal law requires that you have at least one wearable Personal Flotation Device (PFD) of the proper size (Type I, II, III or V), for each person on board or being towed, and at least one throwable PFD (Type IV) in the boat.
  • Page 31 Boating Safety Type II PFD – Near Shore Buoyant Vest: This “classic” PFD comes in several sizes for adults and children and is for calm inland water where there is chance of fast rescue. It is less bulky and less expensive than a Type I, and many will turn an unconscious person face-up in the water.

  • Page 32: Fire Extinguisher

    Section 1 A Type V PFD must be worn to be counted toward the minimum carriage requirements. Special lifejackets are available for skiing and other water sports. These non-Coast Guard approved lifejackets do not count as PFDs. Fire Extinguisher A portable fire extinguisher is required if your boat has an inboard engine, or when fuel is stored in closed stowage compartments.

  • Page 33: Bilge Pump(S)

    Boating Safety Bilge Pump(s) Bilge pump(s) are installed in your boat to remove water that may accumulate in the bilge. Know the location of the pump(s), where they discharge, and where switches are located. Typically there are manual switch and/or an automatic switch position(s). Periodically test the operation of bilge pumps by activating the manual switch and observing the water discharge.

  • Page 34: Recommended Safety Equipment

    Section 1 Recommended Safety Equipment As a precaution, a prudent boater will avoid potential problems on an outing by having additional equipment on board. Normally, this equipment is dependent on the size and type of the body of water and the length of the trip. Your dealer can assist you in acquiring this additional equipment.

  • Page 35: General Boating Safety Topics

    Boating Safety General Boating Safety Topics Safe Speed Navigation rules state that a boat be operated at a safe speed at all times. Determination of a safe speed involves consideration of many factors, such as, but not limited to: • Boating activity (tubing, water skiing, wakeboarding, wake surfing, etc.) •...

  • Page 36: Carbon Monoxide Safety

    Section 1 • Ensure that all passengers are properly and securely seated in appropriate seating locations to avoid falling or falling overboard. • While the engine is running, and while the boat maneuvering, all occupants should be properly seated. DO NOT stand while the boat is moving.
  • Page 37 Boating Safety CARBON MONOXIDE (CO) CAN CAUSE BRAIN DAMAGE OR DEATH. Engine exhaust contains odorless colorless carbon monoxide gas. Carbon monoxide will be around the back of the boat when engines or generators are running. MOVE TO FRESH AIR if you feel nausea, headache, dizziness, or drowsiness.
  • Page 38 Section 1 Hazardous boating situations involving carbon monoxide include: Blockage of boat exhaust by obstruction. Exhaust traveling along obstruction. Operating with high bow angle. Operating at slow speed or while dead in the water. Exhausts from other vessels in confined areas. Operating with canvas tops and side curtains in place without ventilation.

  • Page 39: Proper Loading

    Boating Safety American Boat & Yacht Council, Inc. 613 Third St., Suite 10, Annapolis, MD 21403 410-956-4460 www.abycinc.org Proper Loading DO NOT overload your boat. Overloading or uneven loading can cause loss of control, capsizing, or swamping, which may lead to death or serious injury.

  • Page 40: Weighting Your Boat During Watersport Activities

    Section 1 The capacity plate has the following information permanently printed on it: • The total weight of persons, gear and other items which the boat is capable of carrying under normal conditions. This weight must include any added ballast above and beyond boat manufacturer’s factory installed ballast system(s).
  • Page 41 Boating Safety When loading your boat, give attention to the effect that the load distribution has on the boat’s trim angle. Trim angle is the technical term for the up or down pitch angle of your boat (also known as the “bow up” or “bow down” angle). The fore and aft load distribution of weight, passenger, and gear can affect the running trim angle of the boat.

  • Page 42: Visibility From The Helm

    Section 1 It is the boat operator’s responsibility to tell passengers to move to other seats on the boat, so as to not overload the stern or bow of the boat, nor restrict the boat operator’s forward visibility. There is no single recommended seating or load distribution for all conditions.

  • Page 43: Boating Under The Influence

    Boating Safety Obstructed visibility can cause death or serious injury. The operator must maintain clear visibility at all times while operating the boat. Arrange passengers and equipment appropriately or designate a passenger to assist when visibility is limited. Boating Under the Influence Operating boat or boating under the influence of alcohol and/or drugs can cause serious injury or death.

  • Page 44: Product Misuse

    Section 1 Product Misuse Misuse of the product or use of it in a manner for which it was never intended can create dangerous situations. The boat operator and passengers are responsible for using the product safely and as intended. The driver must operate the boat in a manner that ensures the safety of all passengers.

  • Page 45: Hazardous Conditions

    Boating Safety The 1971 Boating Safety Act grants protection to a “Good Samaritan” boater providing good faith assistance, and absolves a boater from any civil liability arising from such assistance. Hazardous Conditions Every waterway poses hazards that should be avoided. You will be best prepared to avoid these hazards if you are familiar with the waterway where you are boating.

  • Page 46: Environmental Concerns

    Section 1 Weeds can sometimes be removed by shifting to NEUTRAL, pausing for a moment, then shifting to REVERSE to unwind the weeds from the propeller. Dam Spillways The area around dam spillways is very hazardous and conditions can change rapidly. Keep clear of the spillways and areas below dams.
  • Page 47 Boating Safety Fuel/Oil Spillage The spilling of fuel or oil into our waterways contaminates the environment and is dangerous to wildlife. DO NOT EVER discharge or dispose of fuel, oil or other chemicals into the water; it is prohibited and can result in fines. These are three common, accidental types of discharge: •...
  • Page 48 Section 1 Some states and boating areas have imposed speed limits for the operation of boats, including, but not limited to, no-wake zones. Check local, state, and federal agencies as to laws and regulations. The U.S. Coast Guard and local boating authorities are excellent sources for this information, which can include penalties for failure to observe the requirements.

  • Page 49: On Product Warning Labels

    Boating Safety On Product Warning Labels Warning Labels & Locations Warning labels are placed at specific locations on your Nautique boat at the time of manufacture to alert you to potential hazards that may not be obvious. These labels also indicate how to avoid these hazards.
  • Page 50 Section 1 GS20 Safety Labels CORC0674 1-38...
  • Page 51 Boating Safety 1. Warning Bow Max Capacity (replacement part #170176) 2. Caution Dual Reverse Polarity (replacement part #140256) 3. Warning Passenger Remain Properly Seated (replacement part #170179) 4. Warning Leaking Fuel (replacement part #80068) 5. Caution Water Strainer (replacement part #8293) 6.
  • Page 52 Section 1 GS22 Safety Labels CORC0701 1-40...
  • Page 53 Boating Safety 1. Warning Bow Max Capacity (replacement part #170411) 2. Caution Dual Reverse Polarity (replacement part #140256) 3. Warning Passenger Remain Properly Seated (replacement part #170414) 4. Warning Leaking Fuel (replacement part #80068) 5. Caution Water Strainer (replacement part #8293) 6.
  • Page 54 Section 1 GS24 Safety Labels CORC0701 1-42...
  • Page 55 Boating Safety 1. Warning Bow Max Capacity (replacement part #180219) 2. Caution Dual Reverse Polarity (replacement part #140256) 3. Warning Passenger Remain Properly Seated (replacement part #180220) 4. Warning Leaking Fuel (replacement part #80068) 5. Caution Water Strainer (replacement part #8293) 6.
  • Page 56 Section 1 210, 230 Safety Labels CORC0625 1-44...
  • Page 57 Boating Safety 1. Warning Bow Max Capacity: - 210 3 Persons or 450 LBS. (replacement part #160162) - 230 4 Persons or 550 LBS. (replacement part #160163) 2. Caution Reverse Polarity: - 210, 230 Single Battery (replacement part #140255) - 210, 230 Dual Battery (replacement part #140256) 3.
  • Page 58 Section 1 G21 Safety Labels CORC0626 1-46...
  • Page 59 Boating Safety 1. Warning Bow Max Capacity (replacement part #160161) 2. Caution Dual Reverse Polarity (replacement part #140256) 3. Warning Passenger Remain Properly Seated (replacement part #160180) 4. Warning Leaking Fuel (replacement part #80068) 5. Warning Tow Tower (replacement part #160166) 6.
  • Page 60 Section 1 G23, G25 Safety Labels CORC0627 1-48...
  • Page 61 Boating Safety 1. Warning Bow Max Capacity: - G23 (replacement part #160160) - G25 (replacement part #160159) 2. Caution Dual Reverse Polarity (replacement part #140256) 3. Warning Passenger Remain Properly Seated: - G23 (replacement part #160179) - G25 (replacement part #160178) 4.
  • Page 62 DESIGN COMPLIANCE WITH NMMA REQUIREMENTS IS VERIFIED. ASSN. MANUFACTURER RESPONSIBLE FOR PRODUCTION CONTROL. MANUFACTURER: Nautique Boat Co., INC. MANUFACTURER: CORRECT CRAFT, INC. 14700 AEROSPACE PKWY. ORLANDO, FL 32832 MODEL: SUPER AIR NAUTIQUE 210 MODEL: SUPER AIR NAUTIQUE 210 THIS BOAT COMPLIES WITH U.S. COAST GUARD SAFETY THIS BOAT COMPLIES WITH U.S.
  • Page 63 MANUFACTURERS MANUFACTURER RESPONSIBLE FOR PRODUCTION CONTROL. ON THE DATE OF CERTIFICATION ASSN. CORC0635d CORC0640a P/N 160342 P/N 140407 CORRECT CRAFT, INC. 0609 SUPER AIR NAUTIQUE G23 BOW MAXIMUM CAPACITIES MAXIMUM CAPACITIES MANUFACTURER: Nautique Boat Co., INC. PERSONS OR PERSONS OR BOW MAXIMUM CAPACITIES 14700 AEROSPACE PKWY.
  • Page 64 Section 1 Bow Capacity Labels WARNING WARNING Failure to follow these warnings could cause serious injury or death Failure to follow these warnings could cause serious injury or death REMAIN PROPERLY SEATED AND HOLD ON TO AVAILABLE REMAIN PROPERLY SEATED AND HOLD ON TO AVAILABLE HANDRAILS while boat is moving to avoid falling overboard or HANDRAILS while boat is moving to avoid falling overboard or being ejected from the boat.
  • Page 65 Boating Safety Helm Labels CORC0642a CORC0636a P/N 160173 P/N 160169 CORC0642b CORC0636b P/N 160172 P/N 160168 CORC0636c CORC0642c P/N 160171 P/N 160167 1-53...

  • Page 66: Helm Labels

    Section 1 Helm Labels CORC0670 WARNING Failure to follow these warnings could cause severe injury or death GASOLINE VAPORS CAN EXPLODE BEFORE STARTING ENGINE: - OPERATE BLOWER for 4 minutes - CHECK THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT for gasoline vapors by sight and smell. - OPERATE BLOWER to clear gasoline vapor from engine compartment when engine is at idle, while below cruising speed and after stopping engines.
  • Page 67 Boating Safety Passenger Compartment Labels Refer to and obey your specific model's designated Failure to follow these warnings could cause serious injury or death occupant positions depicted in the Owner’s Manual. KEEP LIMBS AND BODY CLEAR OF ALL TOW LINES at REMAIN PROPERLY SEATED AND HOLD ON to available handrails while boat is moving to avoid falling overboard or being ejected from the boat.
  • Page 68 Section 1 Transom Labels DANGER DANGER CONTACT WITH A SPINNING PROPELLER CARBON MONOXIDE (CO) CAN CAUSE WILL CAUSE INJURY OR DEATH. BRAIN DAMAGE OR DEATH. Do not enter or exit the water when the Engine exhaust contains odorless and colorless engine is running.
  • Page 69 Boating Safety Tow Tower Labels WARNING Failure to follow these warnings could cause serious injury or death ONLY USE THIS TOW PYLON FOR WATERSKIING, BOARDING, OR RECREATIONAL TOWABLES. WARNING Do not use this tow pylon for parasailing, kite flying, pyramids, Failure to follow group pulls, barefoot/teaching these warnings could...
  • Page 70 Section 1 Miscellaneous Labels CORC0638b CORC0638a P/N 70156 P/N 130135 GASOLINE VAPORS CAN EXPLODE BEFORE STARTING ENGINE: - OPERATE BLOWER for 4 minutes - CHECK THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT for gasoline vapors by sight and smell. - OPERATE BLOWER to clear gasoline vapor from engine compartment when engine is at idle, while below cruising speed and after stopping engines.

  • Page 71: Basic Rules Of The Road

    Boating Safety Basic Rules of the Road Boating Regulations The U.S. Coast Guard (USCG) is the governing authority of the United States waterways and serves to help the boating public. State boating regulations are enforced by local authorities. Owners and users outside of the United States must be cognizant of that country’s laws and regulations.

  • Page 72: Encountering Another Vessel

    Section 1 The nautical Rules of the Road must be followed to prevent collisions between vessels. Like traffic laws for automobiles, the operator is legally required to follow the rules. Collisions between boats can cause death or serious injury. Keeping a proper lookout, safe speed, and follow the nautical “Rules of the Road.”...
  • Page 73 Boating Safety Burdened Vessel The burdened vessel does not have the right-of-way and has the duty to take positive and timely action to stay out of the way of the privileged vessel. Normally, the burdened vessel should not cross in front of the privileged vessel.
  • Page 74 Section 1 Conversely, the following illustration depicts a situation in which you are the boat in the center and you are the burdened vessel. You must give right-of-way to all vessels coming towards you from the directions shown in green. Meeting Head-On When meeting head-on, neither vessel has the right of way.
  • Page 75 Boating Safety Overtaking The boat that is overtaking one ahead of it is the burdened boat and must make any adjustments necessary to keep out of the way of the privileged boat, until the burdened boat is well ahead and clear of the vessel being overtaken.

  • Page 76: Aids To Navigation

    Section 1 If you navigate these type of waters, you should carry a portable air horn, which are available from local marine supply stores. Aids to Navigation Learn to recognize the different buoys and day markers; they are the signposts of the waterways. The United States Aids to Navigation System (USATONS) is the primary marking system used on inland water, coastal waters and rivers in the United States.
  • Page 77 Boating Safety FWMS System The FWMS Lateral System is for use on navigable waters except Western Rivers and Intercoastal Waterways. The markings on these buoys are oriented from the perspective of being entered from seaward (the boater is going toward the port). This means that red buoys are passed on the starboard (right) side of the vessel when proceeding from open water into port, and green buoys to the port (left) side.
  • Page 78 Section 1 Lights, bells and horns are used on buoys for night or poor visibility conditions. Buoys with unique light flashing characteristics are identified on nautical charts with the specific flashing pattern. Types of Buoys There are several types and shapes of buoys. Buoys may be unlighted, lighted, with sound or may have both an audible and a visual signal.
  • Page 79 Boating Safety Mooring Buoys The only buoys from which you are permitted to moor are mooring buoys. Mooring buoys are white with a blue horizontal stripe. Mooring to a navigation buoy, regulatory markers or lateral markers is illegal. Mooring Buoy – White with Blue Band May Show White Reflector or Light 1-67...
  • Page 80 Section 1 Uniform State Regulatory Markers Regulatory markers indicate dangerous or restricted controlled areas. These markers are used to indicate speed zones, areas set aside for particular use, general information and directions. Regulatory markers are white with orange geometric shapes and also have orange bands near the top and at the water line of the buoy.
  • Page 81 Boating Safety Warning Markers It is a good idea to ask local authorities if there are hazardous areas and how they are marked. Boaters must also recognize the flag designs, which indicate that skin divers are present and keep well clear of the area.

  • Page 82: Night Running

    Section 1 Night Running Boats operating between sunset and sunrise (hours vary by state) must use navigational lights. Nighttime operation, especially during bad weather or fog can be dangerous. All “Rules of the Road” apply at night, but it is best to slow down and stay clear of all boats, regardless of who has right of way.
  • Page 83 Boating Safety Sailboats and Watercraft Under Oars Sailboats less than meters (65.62 feet) may exhibit the navigation lights shown in Figures 3 or 4. Figure 3 Figure 4 Another option for sailboats is to use a single combination lantern at the top of the mast as shown in Figure 5.
  • Page 84 Section 1 Sailboats less than 7 meters (22.96 feet) may carry an electric torch or lighted lantern showing a white light to be displayed in sufficient time to prevent collision (see Figure 6 - left picture). Figure 6 If practicable, the lights prescribed for sailboats less than 20 meters should be displayed.

  • Page 85: Watersports Safety

    Boating Safety Watersports Safety Skiers or riders are obligated to be aware of the same fundamental safety rules as boat operators. If you are new to water skiing, wakeboarding, wake surfing, and other towed watersports, seek certified training before starting. You will find it especially helpful to join a local ski club, World Wakeboard Association, and/or the USA Water Ski, when possible.
  • Page 86 Section 1 Failure to adhere to these warnings may result in severe injury or death to you and/or others. • Every towed person must always wear a USCG- approved personal flotation device. • Always have an experienced driver and a designated observer in the boat while being towed.

  • Page 87: Hand Signals

    Boating Safety Hand Signals Make sure that everyone knows and uses approved towed watersports hand signals, shown below. Circle Back to Dock Skier in Water Cut Engine Skiers OK Speed OK Speed Faster STOP Speed Slower Turn Left Turn Right Towed Person Safety Responsibilities Most injuries and fatalities that occur on high-performance recreational tow boats occur to the persons being towed (water...
  • Page 88 Section 1 Operators should: • Assign a passenger to be a designated observer. • Turn the engine off whenever a person is on the swim platform or in the water near the boat. This is especially important for the area near the back of the boat to avoid propeller injuries.

  • Page 89: Additional Precautions For Towed Skier/Rider

    Boating Safety • Monitor the tow line to ensure that it does not become tangled, it does not become wrapped around anyone in the boat, and it does not become wrapped around the towed person. Also monitor the tow line so that it does not become tangled in the propeller.
  • Page 90 Section 1 • Slowly take up slack in tow lines before accelerating to watersports speeds. Jerking the slack out of a tow line can cause high forces on the rope and towing equipment. This may cause the rope or equipment to break and the rope to snap back at occupants of your boat and at the towed person.

  • Page 91: Tow Line Guidelines

    Boating Safety • Never climb, sit or stand on a wakeboard tower. The wakeboard tower is intended for towing only as noted. It is designed to pull a limited number of individual(s), and in some cases only one (1) individual. Please consult the remainder of this manual and warning labels on tower for details.

  • Page 92: Fallen Skier Or Rider

    Section 1 • Never use a tow line with elastic or bungee material to pull skiers or riders. • Tow line should be attached to the watercraft in an approved fashion with hardware designed for towing. Refer to your watercraft manual for instructions on proper tow line attachment.

  • Page 93: Develop Water Sense

    Boating Safety Develop WATER SENSE The Watersports Responsibility Code and the Watersports Safety Code have been developed by WSIA and industry equipment manufacturers. These Codes are reproduced here for your reference. Watersports Responsibility Code Familiarize yourself with and follow The Watersports Responsibility Code 1-81...
  • Page 94 Section 1 Watersports Safety Code WATERSPORTS SAFETY CODE Before you get in the water: Skiing or riding instruction is recommended before use. Instruction will teach general safety guidelines and proper skiing or riding techniques, which may reduce your risk of injury. For more information on skiing or riding schools, contact your dealer, Association, or local ski club.
  • Page 95 Boating Safety Carbon Monoxide: The exhaust from the engine on a watercraft contains Carbon Monoxide (CO) which is a colorless, odorless and poisonous gas. Excessive exposure to CO can cause severe injury or death. Follow this advice to avoid injury. •...
  • Page 96 Section 1 Preparing to ski or ride: Always have a person other than the driver act as an observer to look out for the skier/rider. • Be sure the driver is aware of the experience and ability of the skier/rider. •...
  • Page 97 Boating Safety Fallen skier or rider: Falling and injuries are common in skiing or riding. • Circle a fallen skier/rider slowly to return the tow rope handle or pick up the fallen skier/rider. • Turn off the engine when near a fallen skier/rider. •...

  • Page 98: Emergency Procedures

    Section 1 Emergency Procedures In an emergency situation, you may have to resort to measures which are not commonly practiced. Always assess the dangers of being in harm’s way versus the protection of equipment. Keep a sound mind during an emergency and always use common sense. Explosion and Fire Many boat fires and explosions involve flammable liquids such as gas or oil, which are used in your boat’s propulsion engine(s) and...

  • Page 99: Swamping And Flooding

    Boating Safety • Throw burning materials overboard if possible. • Move anyone not needed for firefighting operations away from the flames. • Signal for help. • Put on PFDs (Personal Flotation Devices), grab distress signals and survival gear, and prepare to abandon ship. Burn hazard from gasoline floating on water which is ignited can cause death or serious injury.

  • Page 100: Capsizing

    Section 1 Capsizing • If others were on board, try to locate them, make sure that they are conscious and they can swim. • If possible, access lifejackets (PFDs), pass them out to everyone, and put them on. • STAY WITH THE BOAT! A boat will usually float even if there is major hull damage.

  • Page 101: Grounding

    Boating Safety Grounding In the event you run aground, assess the situation before proceeding. Your response to grounding will depend on how hard the boat hits bottom and whether the boat remains stranded, the extent of damage, and proximity to shore and help. •...

  • Page 102: Drowning

    Section 1 Drowning • Swim to rescue a drowning victim only as a last resort. • Immediate resuscitation is critical! It may be possible to revive a drowning victim who has been under water for some time and shows no sign of life. Start CPR immediately and get the victim to a hospital as quickly as possible.
  • Page 103 Boating Safety A recreational boat towing another should be a last resort due to the potential for damaging one or both boats. The Coast Guard or a private salvage company is better equipped for this activity. A recreational boat may assist by standing by, and possibly by keeping the disabled boat’s bow at a proper angle until help arrives.
  • Page 104 Section 1 Vessel Being Towed • Attach the tow line to the bow eye. • If it is necessary to be towed after being freed, keep someone at the wheel to steer. Both Vessels • If you attach the tow line to a fitting, be sure the fitting is fastened with a through bolt and is reinforced on the underside.

  • Page 105: Gs20, Gs22, Gs24, G21, G23, G25

    Section 2 GS20, GS22, GS24, G21, G23, G25, 210 and 230 Specifications GS20 Length Overall............20' 0" (6.10 m) Length with Platform..........22' 1" (6.43 m) Lifting Ring Spacing.......... 18' 4.75" (5.61 m) Beam................100" (2.54 m) Draft................27" (0.69 m) Approximate Dry Weight*......4,500 lbs (2,041 kg) Fuel Capacity..........39 Gallons (147.6 L) Maximum Capacity......

  • Page 106: Gs24

    Section 2 GS24 Length Overall............24' 3" (7.32 m) Length with Platform..........26' (7.93 m) Lifting Ring Spacing........22' 4.125" (6.81 m) Beam................100" (2.54 m) Draft...............29.25" (0.743 m) Approximate Dry Weight*......5,100 lbs (2,313 kg) Fuel Capacity..........68 Gallons (257.4 L) Maximum Capacity...... 17 People (2,650 lbs/1,202 kg) Horsepower Range....355, 400, 450, 550 HP (265, 298.3, 336, 410 kW) Torque Rating......

  • Page 107: G23

    GS20, GS22, GS24, G21, G23, G25, 210 and 230 Length Overall............. 23' (7.01 m) Length with Platform..........25' 3" (7.70 m) Lifting Ring Spacing.......... 21' 6.25" (6.56 m) Beam................102" (2.59 m) Draft................25" (0.64 m) Approximate Dry Weight*......5,900 lbs (2,676 kg) Fuel Capacity..........65 Gallons (246.1 L) Maximum Capacity......
  • Page 108 Section 2 Length Overall............21' 0" (6.40 m) Length with Platform...........23' 3.5" (7.10 m) Lifting Ring Spacing..........19' 5" (5.92 m) Beam................98" (2.49 m) Draft................28" (0.71 m) Approximate Dry Weight*......4,200 lbs (1,905 kg) Fuel Capacity..........37 Gallons (140.1 L) Maximum Capacity......12 People (1,850 lbs/839 kg) Horsepower Range..
  • Page 109 GS20, GS22, GS24, G21, G23, G25, 210 and 230 NOTES...
  • Page 110 Section 2 Amp 1 Battery Helm Panel Can Network Amp 2 Keypad 210 and 230 models only PDM 1 12V 2 USB Input Ballast PDM 2 12V 1 Valve Actuator 210, 230, GS20, GS22, GS24, G21 models CORC0722...

  • Page 111: 210, 230, Gs20, Gs22, Gs24

    GS20, GS22, GS24, G21, G23, G25, 210 and 230 210, 230, GS20, GS22, GS24 and G21 Dash Pod and Console 1. Dual USB Charger 2. Nautique LINC Panoray 3. Keypad 4. Fire Extinguisher System – optional 5. Helm Control 6. Shift/Throttle Control Handle 7.
  • Page 112 Section 2 Battery Helm Panel Can Network Keypad PDM 1 12V 2 USB Input Ballast PDM 2 12V 1 Valve Actuator Amp 1 Battery Helm Panel Can Network Amp 2 CORC0683...

  • Page 113: G23 And G25 Dash Pod And Console

    GS20, GS22, GS24, G21, G23, G25, 210 and 230 G23 and G25 Dash Pod and Console 1. Dual USB Charger 2. Nautique LINC Panoray 3. Keypad 4. Fire Extinguisher System – optional 5. Helm Control 6. Shift Safety Lock-out Umbrella 7.

  • Page 114: Keypad

    Section 2 Keypad 1. Stop Function 2. Blower Indicator 3. Blower Function 4. Navigation Light Indicator 5. Navigation Light/Anchor Light/Underwater Light/Courtesy Light Function 6. Anchor Light Indicator 7. Bilge Function 8. Bilge Indicator 9. Horn Function 10. Code Buttons 11. Ignition Indicator 12.

  • Page 115: Keys

    GS20, GS22, GS24, G21, G23, G25, 210 and 230 Keys CORC0618 Hatch Latch Key CORC0621 Transom Cooler Key 2-11...

  • Page 116: Gs20 Deck Layout

    Section 2 GS20 Deck Layout 2 1 0 2 1 1 2 1 2 2 1 3 2 1 4 2 1 6 CORC0695 2-12...
  • Page 117 GS20, GS22, GS24, G21, G23, G25, 210 and 230 GS20 Description 1. Bow Navigation/Docking Light 2. 12V Port 3. Horn 4. Belly Ballast Tank Vent 5. USB Charger 6. Dash Pod and Console 7. Waste Basket 8. Removable Cooler 9. All Round Navigation Light 10.

  • Page 118: Gs22 And Gs24 Deck Layout

    Section 2 GS22 and GS24 Deck Layout 2 1 0 2 1 1 2 1 4 2 1 6 CORC0705 2-14...
  • Page 119 GS20, GS22, GS24, G21, G23, G25, 210 and 230 GS22 and GS24 Description 1. Bow Navigation/Docking Light 2. 12V Port 3. Horn 4. Belly Ballast Tank Vent 5. USB Charger 6. Dash Pod and Console 7. Waste Basket 8. Removable Cooler 9.

  • Page 120: G21 Deck Layout

    Section 2 G21 Deck Layout CORC0684 2-16...
  • Page 121 GS20, GS22, GS24, G21, G23, G25, 210 and 230 Description 1. Bow Lifting Ring 2. Bow Navigation/Docking Light 3. 12V Port 4. Belly Ballast Tank Vent 5. Battery Selector Switch/Breakers/CAN Network Port 6. Dash Pod and Console 7. Battery Maintenance Plug 8.

  • Page 122: G23 And G25 Deck Layout

    Section 2 G23 and G25 Deck Layout CORC0685 2-18...
  • Page 123 GS20, GS22, GS24, G21, G23, G25, 210 and 230 G23 and G25 Description 1. Bow Lifting Ring 2. Bow Navigation/Docking Light 3. 12V Port 4. Belly Ballast Tank Vent 5. Battery Selector Switch/Breakers/CAN Network Port 6. Driver’s Glove Box/12V/Tower Cam DVR (Opt)/USM-LINC/Aux Input 7.

  • Page 124: 210 Deck Layout

    Section 2 210 Deck Layout CORC0577 2-20...
  • Page 125 GS20, GS22, GS24, G21, G23, G25, 210 and 230 Description 1. Bow Navigation/Docking Light 2. 12V Port 3. Horn 4. Belly Ballast Tank Vent 5. Bilge Pump Outlet 6. Battery Selector Switch/Power Management Access (PMA)/12V Port 7. Dash Pod and Console 8.

  • Page 126: Deck Layout

    Section 2 230 Deck Layout CORC0578 2-22...
  • Page 127 GS20, GS22, GS24, G21, G23, G25, 210 and 230 Description 1. Bow Navigation Light/Docking Light 2. 12V Port 3. Horn 4. Belly Ballast Tank Vent 5. Bilge Pump Outlet 6. Battery Selector Switch/Power Management Access (PMA)/12V Port 7. Dash Pod and Console 8.

  • Page 128: 210 Seating Area

    Section 2 210 Seating Area Designated Occupant Positions CORC0612 2-24...

  • Page 129: Gs20 Seating Area

    GS20, GS22, GS24, G21, G23, G25, 210 and 230 GS20 Seating Area Designated Occupant Positions WARNING! Occupying the stern of the boat including the swim platform, transom seating and sundeck area with the engine running can result in carbon monoxide poisoning, contact with a moving propeller, or ejection from the boat causing cuts, lacerations, severe injury...

  • Page 130: Gs22 Seating Area

    Section 2 GS22 Seating Area Designated Occupant Positions WARNING! Occupying the stern of the boat including the swim platform, transom seating and sundeck area with the engine running can result in carbon monoxide poisoning, contact with a moving propeller, or ejection from the boat causing cuts, lacerations, severe injury or death.

  • Page 131: Gs24 Seating Area

    GS20, GS22, GS24, G21, G23, G25, 210 and 230 GS24 Seating Area Designated Occupant Positions WARNING! Occupying the stern of the boat including the swim platform, transom seating and sundeck area with the engine running can result in carbon monoxide poinsoning, contact with a moving propeller, or ejection from the boat causing cuts, lacerations, severe injury...

  • Page 132: 230 Seating Area

    Section 2 230 Seating Area Designated Occupant Positions CORC0613 2-28...

  • Page 133: G21 Seating Area

    GS20, GS22, GS24, G21, G23, G25, 210 and 230 G21 Seating Area Designated Occupant Positions CORC0614 2-29...

  • Page 134: G23 Seating Area

    Section 2 G23 Seating Area Designated Occupant Positions CORC0615 2-30...

  • Page 135: G25 Seating Area

    GS20, GS22, GS24, G21, G23, G25, 210 and 230 G25 Seating Area Designated Occupant Positions CORC0616 2-31...

  • Page 136: Standard And Optional Equipment

    Section 2 Standard and Optional Equipment Nautique boats are equipped with only the finest standard and optional equipment available. Your boat’s equipment will vary, based on how your boat was built. Many options can only be installed during the manufacturing of the boat and cannot be retro- fitted to boats in the field.

  • Page 137: Controls And Indicators

    Section 3 Controls and Indicators Knowing the systems, controls and indicators on your boat is essential for safe and proper operation. Improperly maintained controls hazardous and may cause sudden loss of control. Make sure all steering and shift / throttle hardware, cables and fluid levels are regularly inspected and maintained.

  • Page 138: Automated Hydro-Gate

    Section 3 The helm transfers rotary motion of the steering wheel to linear motion in the cable which pushes or pulls the rudder. Nautique rudders are equipped with an adjustable trim tab under license from Z-Marine (U.S. patent 5,746,147) to compensate for the torque generated by the propeller.
  • Page 139 Controls and Indicators CORC143...

  • Page 140: Shifter/Throttle

    Section 3 Shifter/Throttle Hazard from replacing your shift/ throttle control without a start-in-gear protection system can cause death or serious injury. DO NOT replace the control with a control that does not have this feature. Your Nautique boat is equipped with a Shifter/Throttle Control Handle which features a start-in-gear protection to prevent the boat from moving when started.

  • Page 141: Emergency Stop Switch

    Controls and Indicators Emergency Stop Switch The emergency stop switch will stop the engine when the lanyard is pulled far enough to disengage it from the switch. Attach the lanyard to the boat operator whenever the engine is running but be aware there will be a loss of engine power if the switch is activated.
  • Page 142 Section 3 Hazard from improper use of the emergency stop switch can cause death or serious injury. The emergency stop switch is designed to stop the engine if the operator is accidentally thrown from the helm. Attach the lanyard to the operator before starting the engine.

  • Page 143: Smart Pod - Team

    Controls and Indicators Smart Pod – Team Gauges Gauge information is displayed in the Nautique LINC System. Refer to the separate Nautique LINC Manual to learn how to access the gauge displays. • Volts - Indicates the condition of the engine’s cranking battery in volts DC.

  • Page 144: Control Switches

    Section 3 • Tachometer/Hour Meter - Registers engine speed in revolutions per minute (RPM). Use the tachometer to keep the engine within the proper operating range. Consult the engine manual for the proper RPM operating range of your engine. The hour meter LCD display registers accumulated engine operating time.
  • Page 145 Controls and Indicators Engine Compartment/Bilge Area Blower The blower switch activates the engine compartment ventilation blower to remove explosive fumes from the area. The blower is turned on or off by pressing and releasing the button. The blower must be operated for a minimum of four minutes each time before starting the engines or generator.

  • Page 146: 12-Volt Port

    Section 3 Bilge Pump The bilge switch turns on the bilge pump to remove excess water from the bottom of the boat. The pump turns on or off by pressing and releasing the button. There is a bilge pump near the rudder and one in the front.

  • Page 147: Dash Pod

    Controls and Indicators Dash Pod Keypad Keyless Ignition The ignition switch system is keyless and has three modes of operation. CAUTION The keypad and switch control box will be damaged beyond repair if the boat's battery cables, the main switch control box power leads or battery charger leads are reversed.
  • Page 148 Section 3 Unlocked Mode Unlocked mode is entered after the user successfully enters the user code, presses and releases the start key. When the code keys are pressed, the system indicator light will turn ON while the key is pressed. This indicates the key has actually been pressed. When the system is unlocked, power is supplied to the boat and the system indicator light will turn ON.
  • Page 149 Controls and Indicators Automatic Back-lighting Pressing any keypad key will automatically turn the keypad back- lighting on for 10 seconds. This feature is useful for finding the keypad at night. Multiple Keyless Ignition Codes The keyless ignition system has provisions for three different ignition codes.
  • Page 150 Section 3 Programming the Primary User Code Until a Primary User Code is set, the keyless ignition does not require the entry of a code to unlock the system or start the engine. The system operates as follows: 1. Press START to unlock the system. 2.
  • Page 151 Controls and Indicators Changing the Primary User Code The current primary code must be used to change to another primary code. Make sure the system indicator light is OFF. 1. Enter the Primary User Code, then press and release the 1/2 key and the 7/8 key at the same time to put the system in the code programming mode.

  • Page 152: Battery Circuit Panels

    Section 3 To lock the system, re-enter any of the three codes and press STOP. Erasing the User Codes Make sure the system indicator light is OFF. Enter the Master Embedded Code, press and release the 1/2 key and the 7/8 key at the same time to erase the system user codes. The keyless ignition will now act as if there are no codes in memory.
  • Page 153 Controls and Indicators Battery Circuit Panels GS20, GS22, GS24, G21, G23, G25 GS20, GS22, GS24 with 2 Batteries Includes: Battery Disconnect Switch, Amp/Stereo Breakers, Battery Polarity Warning Buzzer (2), Helm Panel Breaker ON/OFF G21, G23, G25 with Elite Package Includes: Amp Breakers, Battery Disconnect Switch, Helm Panel Breaker ON/OFF, CAN Network Port G21, G23, G25 with Studio Elite Package...

  • Page 154: Standard Equipment

    Section 3 Standard Equipment Watersports Tow Point The watersports tow point (pylon) is manufactured from high- strength metals. If the pylon becomes loose, stop using the pylon and take the boat to your Nautique dealer for service. Misuse of the tow-point can cause death or serious injury.

  • Page 155: Tow Rope Attachment

    Controls and Indicators Tow Rope Attachment Nautique recommends the following technique for attaching your tow rope to the tow pylon. 1. Locate the end of the wakeboard rope. CORC0652 2. Pass a small section of the rope through the loop at the end as shown, creating another loop.

  • Page 156: Bow Features Of Your Nautique

    Section 3 CAUTION Nautique Boat Company DOES NOT approve of any structural changes, additions or modifications to our products. Any time a dealer or consumer makes a change to our product, they do so at their own risk and sole liability. Nautique Boat Company, Inc.

  • Page 157: Driver's Seat Adjustment

    Controls and Indicators Driver’s Seat Adjustment The driver’s seat can be adjusted fore and aft and rotates side-to- side. To slide seat, pull the lever (A) forward, slide into position, and release the lever to secure in locked position. To rotate seat, push down on the lever (B) and rotate seat to the desired position.

  • Page 158: Rearview Mirror Adjustment

    Section 3 Rearview Mirror Adjustment The rearview mirror can be positioned on the windshield to observe a skier and traffic behind you. The mirror should be lowered when trailering or when using a mooring cover. To reposition the mirror bracket on the windshield frame, loosen the three socket head screws and reposition and tighten the screws in the new location.

  • Page 159: Observer's Seat

    Controls and Indicators Observer’s Seat Lift up on the bottom of the observer’s seat cushion to access storage under the bow area. You can leave the seat in the “UP” position to help dry the carpet. Storage Hatch To open the aft storage hatches, lift the latch in the center of each hatch.

  • Page 160: Engine Cover Hatch

    Section 3 Engine Cover Hatch The two aft storage hatches must be open before the engine hatch can be opened. To open the engine cover hatch, lift the latch at the front of the hatch. The gas shocks will help raise the hatch. To close the hatch, pull down on the hatch and allow the hatch to close firmly.

  • Page 161: Walk-Thru Windshield Opening/Latching

    Controls and Indicators Walk-Thru Windshield Opening/Latching There are two latches on the inside starboard side of the walk-thru windshield. Rotate both of the window locks (A) to secure or unlock the window. Always have window closed and secured when trailering the boat. CORC0580 An open window can cause death or serious injury.

  • Page 162: Boarding Platform

    Section 3 Boarding Platform The boarding platform of your boat is a convenient feature to enhance the watersports experience. There are serious safety concerns regarding the use of the platform. Nautique Boat Company, Inc. has placed warning labels at the driver’s position, on the deck at the rear of the occupant area and on the transom.

  • Page 163: Surf Pipe (Gs20, Gs22, Gs24, G21, G23, G25)

    Controls and Indicators Surf Pipe (GS20, GS22, GS24, G21, G23, G25) The Nautique Surf System includes the Surf Pipe, which redirects the exhaust into the propeller stream for a quiet, smoke-free surf experience. CORC0688 GS20, GS22, GS24 CORC0581 G21, G23, G25 3-27...

  • Page 164: Surf Pipe (210, 230)

    Section 3 Surf Pipe (210, 230) CORC0608 210, 230 Engine Cooling Water Intake Valve Your Nautique is equipped with a valve (seacock) on the engine cooling water intake. The handle has a slide mechanism to prevent the valve from being shut off inadvertently. The valve is used to shut off the water supply in the event a hose failure or water leakage occurs.
  • Page 165 Controls and Indicators T-HANDLE CORC0504 GS20, GS22, GS24 T-HANDLE PORT STARBOARD BALLAST BALLAST VALVE VALVE ENGINE BELLY COOLING BALLAST VALVE VALVE CORC0689 3-29...
  • Page 166 Section 3 T-HANDLE CORC0505 G21, G23 and G25 T-HANDLE CORC0450 3-30...

  • Page 167: Fuel Tank

    Controls and Indicators Fuel Tank There is a fuel tank fill cap on the port and starboard side for added convenience. Press and release the black button on the bottom of the cap to open. Use caution when fueling your boat. Avoid overfilling of the tank by monitoring the fuel level gauge while fueling.

  • Page 168: Battery Selector Switch

    Section 3 Battery Selector Switch The battery selector switch allows you to isolate the boat from the batteries, and switch from one battery to the other, or even operate on both batteries. The identification of each battery as well as the position allowing both to be used may differ depending on the switch manufacturer, however, with any switch it should be easy to determine how to select the desired configuration.

  • Page 169: Optional Equipment

    Controls and Indicators Optional Equipment Folding Instructions for Flight Control Tower ® Crush hazard. The Flight Control Tower is heavy. Use care to fold or unfold the tower. Flight Control Tower ® NOTE: If your boat is equipped with the optional upholstered removable lean back, it will need to be removed before folding the tower.
  • Page 170 Section 3 Folding Tower Up 1. Use caution when folding the tower into the upright position; there are pinch hazards where the upper section of the tower folds into the lower section of the feet. 2. Lift from the center of the tower and stand the tower to the upright position.

  • Page 171: Bimini Top

    Controls and Indicators CORC0690 210, 230, GS20, GS22 and GS24 Bimini Top Your Nautique may be equipped with a bimini top which can be used for securing lighter watersports equipment. The top can be tilted by removing the aft pins (A) and allowing the top to tilt, to load the equipment.

  • Page 172: Nautique Tower Mounted Bimini

    Section 3 Nautique Tower Mounted Bimini Surf Pocket Use Nautique’s bimini top has been designed work conjunction with the folding tower. Surfboard pockets have been integrated onto the top of the bimini to provide additional storage. Simply slide the surf- boards into the pockets and secure the back of the board with the velcro strap.
  • Page 173 Controls and Indicators Installing the Canvas Boot Slide the bimini boot over the folded frame with the Nautique logo positioned on the side. Feed the velcro straps around the back frame of the tower and clip together. Secure the ends of the webbing with the velcro.

  • Page 174: Mooring Cover Instructions

    Section 3 Mooring Cover Instructions To prevent damage to your boat and/or cover, please read and understand instructions before attempting to use cover. Features: 1. A special anti-pooling system is included to prevent large puddles from ruining your cover. 2. The SurLast all-weather fabric was chosen to allow stability, ®...
  • Page 175 Controls and Indicators Place drop of lubricant as shown to both sides (top & bottom in this picture) CORC0729 Installation Instructions These instructions apply based upon model and year. A. Anti-Pooling System Installation: Install the anti-pooling system as per the illustration on page 3-40 connecting the side release buckles around the rear boarding handles and stand the rear pole upright.
  • Page 176 Section 3 FRONT Handle or Cleat White straps with buckles Anti-pooling pole Handle or Cleat Black straps CORC0730 To properly install ratchet strap system: 1. Pull the webbing through the channeled ratchet cylinder and tension completing almost one full cycle to “start” the webbing. You should see the edge of the rear channel cylinder and the front cylinder is wrapped with webbing.
  • Page 177 Controls and Indicators CAUTION Readjust and retighten the cover after trailering and before storage. To prevent pooling, do not allow snow and ice to accumulate on the cover. Never trailer at speeds above the speed limit. Proper installation and operation of this cover requires that it be very tight at the gunwale.
  • Page 178 Section 3 These instructions apply based upon model and year. Cleat Reinforcement Option Installation Instructions We suggest to have these cleats installed by a professional sewing shop. 1. With cover completely installed note and mark where the cleats fall on the cover. 2.
  • Page 179 Controls and Indicators Fold Down Tower Zippered Tower Flap Installation Instructions for FCT5 Tower Cover not to be used with tower in 1/2 position Cover with tower down: Wakeboard racks must be removed and stowed. Flap is folded in and zipper is closed with second exterior attachment.

  • Page 180: Battery Charger

    Section 3 Taps 2 Option Installation Instructions Please read and understand instructions before attempting to use cover. 1. Loosen rope at rear rope cleat. 2. Hook webbing loop around tower pylon. 3. Install cover, tightening ratchets about half way. 4. Pull rope tight and lock into rope cleat. 5.

  • Page 181: Gs20 And Gs22 Pop-Up Pylon

    Controls and Indicators GS20, GS22 and GS24 Pop-Up Pylon Nautique offers an optional pop-up pylon watersports tow point located just behind the stern seat. To deploy this feature, simply push down slightly on the pylon head and rotate counterclockwise. The pylon will rise automatically to the operating height. When the pylon reaches its full deployment, rotate the pylon head clockwise until it locks into the up position.

  • Page 182: Optional Accessories

    Section 3 Optional Accessories Stereo Systems All Nautique boats have been built stereo ready with power wires for head unit and cockpit speakers. Tower speakers can be purchased as an option. Digital remote controls can be mounted on the transoms of all boats and on the lower left side of the dash pod in boats that do not have Nautique LINC Systems.
  • Page 183 Controls and Indicators • Phender Socket Collapse ring to engage or remove socket from deck CORC0619 3-47...
  • Page 184 Section 3 NOTES 3-48...

  • Page 185: Boat Systems

    Section 4 Boat Systems Knowing the systems, controls and indicators on your boat is essential for safe and proper operation. Systems which are not inspected regularly or maintained can cause death, serious injury or damage to product. Inspect and maintain all systems to prevent unexpected hazards associated with worn or faulty components.

  • Page 186: Fuel System - 210, 230

    Section 4 Fuel System - 210, 230 FUEL RETURN FUEL FEED FUEL TANK VENT FUEL FILL FUEL FILL FUEL FILTER CORC0506...

  • Page 187: Fuel System - Gs20, Gs22, Gs24

    Boat Systems Fuel System - GS20, GS22, GS24 Fuel Tank Fuel Tank Sending Unit Vent Hose Inline Fuel Canister Fuel Tank Vent Fuel Tank Fuel Tank Fill Fill Fuel Fill Fuel Fill Hose Inline Hose Inline Check Valve Check Valve Fuel Filter CORC0697...

  • Page 188: Fuel System - G21, G23, G25

    Section 4 Fuel System - G21, G23, G25...

  • Page 189: Ballast Tanks And Bilge System

    Boat Systems Ballast Tanks and Bilge System The Federal Water Pollution Control Act prohibits the discharge of oil or oily waste into the water. Violators can be fined $5,000.00. Do not allow water to accumulate in the bilge area of your boat.

  • Page 190: Ballast Tank Valves - 210

    Section 4 Ballast Tank Valves - 210 T-HANDLE PORT TANK STARBOARD INTAKE/DRAIN TANK ENGINE VALVE BELLY TANK INTAKE/DRAIN COOLING INTAKE/DRAIN VALVE VALVE VALVE CORC0507 Ballast Tank Valves - 230 T-HANDLE BELLY TANK ENGINE INTAKE/DRAIN COOLING STARBOARD VALVE PORT TANK VALVE TANK INTAKE/DRAIN INTAKE/DRAIN VALVE...

  • Page 191: Ballast Tank Valves - Gs20, Gs22, Gs24

    Boat Systems Ballast Tank Valves - GS20, GS22, GS24 T-HANDLE PORT STARBOARD BALLAST BALLAST VALVE VALVE ENGINE BELLY COOLING BALLAST VALVE VALVE CORC0689 Ballast Tank Valves - G21, G23, G25 PORT TANK STARBOARD TANK T-HANDLE INTAKE/DRAIN INTAKE/DRAIN ENGINE BELLY TANK VALVE VALVE COOLING...

  • Page 192: Belly Ballast Tank And Bilge System - 210, 230

    Section 4 Belly Ballast Tank and Bilge System - 210, 230 BELLY TANK BELLY TANK VENT FORWARD FORWARD BILGE PUMP BILGE OUTLET BELLY TANK INTAKE/DRAIN VALVE AFT BILGE OUTLET BELLY TANK PUMP AFT BILGE PUMP CORC0661...

  • Page 193: Belly Ballast Bag And Bilge System - Gs20, Gs22, Gs24

    Boat Systems Belly Ballast Bag and Bilge System - GS20, GS22, GS24 BELLY BALLAST BELLY CHECK VALVE BELLY BELLY BALLAST BALLAST LEVEL SENSOR VENT FITTING FORWARD BILGE PUMP BELLY BALLAST INTAKE/ DRAIN VALVE REAR BILGE FORWARD PUMP BILGE OUTLET PUMP OUTLET BELLY BALLAST...

  • Page 194: Belly Ballast Bag And Bilge

    Section 4 Belly Ballast Bag and Bilge System - G21, G23, G25 Belly Ballast Bag Belly Ballast Bag Vent Fitting Check Valve Ballast Level Sensor Belly Ballast Bag Intake/Drain Valve Forward Bilge Belly Ballast Bag Pump Pump Rear Bilge Pump Forward Bilge Pump Outlet Rear Bilge...

  • Page 195: Port And Starboard Ballast Tanks - 210, 230

    Boat Systems Port and Starboard Ballast Tanks - 210, 230 PORT STARBOARD INTAKE/DRAIN INTAKE/DRAIN VALVE VALVE PORT TANK STARBOARD PUMP TANK PUMP STARBOARD TANK VENT PORT TANK VENT CORC0662 4-11...

  • Page 196: Port And Starboard Ballast Bags - Gs20, Gs22, Gs24

    Section 4 Port and Starboard Ballast Bags - GS20, GS22, GS24 Check Check Valve Valve Starboard Port Ballast Bag Ballast Bag Intake/Drain Intake/Drain Valve Valve Starboard Port Ballast Bag Ballast Bag Pump Pump Starboard Port Ballast Bag Ballast Bag Vent Fitting Vent Fitting Starboard Ballast Bag...

  • Page 197: Bags - G21, G23, G25

    Boat Systems Port and Starboard Ballast Bags - G21, G23, G25 4-13...

  • Page 198: Volt System - 210, 230

    Section 4 12-Volt System – 210, 230 POWER MANAGEMENT ACCESS/ CIRCUIT BREAKERS/ BATTERY SWITCH/ BREAKER PANEL BATTERY WARNING BUZZER NEGATIVE STUD ON MOTOR ENGINE STARTER CORC0658 4-14...

  • Page 199: 12-Volt System - Gs20

    Boat Systems 12-Volt System – GS20 Battery Disconnect Switch, Breakers, Battery Polarity Warning Buzzer(s), Helm Panel Breaker ON/OFF Battery Engine Starter Negative Stud on Motor CORC0693 4-15...

  • Page 200: 12-Volt System - Gs22, Gs24

    Section 4 12-Volt System – GS22, GS24 Battery Disconnect Switch, Breakers, Battery Polarity Warning Buzzer(s), Helm Panel Breaker ON/OFF Battery Engine Starter Negative Stud on Motor CORC0707 4-16...

  • Page 201: 12-Volt System - G21, G23, G25 Only

    Boat Systems 12-Volt System – G21, G23, G25 Only POWER MANAGEMENT ACCESS/ CIRCUIT BREAKERS/ BATTERY SWITCH/ BREAKER PANEL BATTERY WARNING BUZZER BATTERY NEGATIVE STUD ON MOTOR ENGINE STARTER CORC0659 4-17...

  • Page 202: Cockpit Heater System - Optional

    Section 4 Cockpit Heater System - Optional HEATER INTAKE GRILLE HEATER HEATER DUCTS ENGINE CORC0231 4-18...
  • Page 203 Boat Systems The heater system has a heating core, ducts, diffusers and a high- speed fan to deliver heat to the cockpit and windshield. The duct diffuser at the windshield can be closed and rotated to direct air flow. The floor ducts can also be closed to control air flow. The aft duct and diffuser can be pulled out of its socket to direct flow in other locations of the cockpit.
  • Page 204 Section 4 NOTES 4-20...

  • Page 205: Getting Underway

    Section 5 Getting Underway There are many things to consider to make your boating trip safe and enjoyable. You are responsible for the safety of all passengers, the boat and any damage the boat or its wake may cause. Keep passengers from blocking your view so that you do not run into other boats, swimmers, water skiers, personal water vehicles or aids to navigation.

  • Page 206: Safety Equipment

    Section 5 Safety Equipment Federal and local laws require certain safety equipment to be on- board at all times. In addition, responsible boaters carry other equipment in case of emergency. Check with local boating authorities for any additional requirements over and above the federal requirements.

  • Page 207: Gasoline Containing Alcohol

    Getting Underway Gasoline Containing Alcohol CAUTION DO NOT use any gasoline that contains METHANOL. This fuel is very corrosive and will create unsafe operating conditions to the boat’s fuel system and serious damage to the engine. Any engine damage caused by the use of methanol will not be covered by the engine’s warranty.

  • Page 208: When Fueling

    Section 5 Without proper fuel filtration or fuel stabilization, ethanol blended fuel may cause the following: • Excessive moisture (water) can cause lean operation, hard starting, and operating difficulties such as vapor lock and low speed stalling, and can reduce fuel shelf life. •...

  • Page 209: After Fueling

    Getting Underway After Fueling: 1. Tighten the fuel filler cap. Wipe up any spilled fuel. 2. Check all fuel lines, hoses and connections for leaks and deterioration. Each time you refuel, inspect all fuel lines, hoses and connections for leaks and deterioration. Boarding When boarding the boat, always step in.

  • Page 210: Pre-Operation Checks

    Section 5 Pre-Operation Checks It is the owner’s responsibility to check all of the items listed below to be certain all preparation steps are completed before you use your boat. Checking these items periodically will soon become a habit. If leaks or other abnormal conditions are found, stop using the boat and contact your Nautique dealer to have the problem corrected.
  • Page 211 Getting Underway The following instructions are very important: • Raise the engine hatch all the way up. Check to see if all the engine drain plugs are in place. Make sure the hull drain plug (T-handle) in the bilge area is installed. •...
  • Page 212 Section 5 Checklist before starting boat: 1. Engine oil level - boat must be level. 2. Transmission oil level - boat must be level. 3. Shifting linkage and detent in forward, neutral and reverse. 4. Leaks (water, fuel and oil). 5.
  • Page 213 Getting Underway • Make sure there are no ropes, gear bags, arms/legs near the belts and pulleys of the engine. Severe injury can result by becoming entangled in the belts of the engine while it is running. Make sure the boat is deep enough in the water to supply the water intake with water to cool the engine.
  • Page 214 Section 5 In order to prevent personal injury to you or others, the engine cover must be closed whenever the engine is running. • DO NOT operate the engine with the engine cover open or while someone is in the area of an open engine cover. •...

  • Page 215: Flooded Engine

    Getting Underway If the engine does not start: • If the fuel filter has been changed or if the fuel system was run dry, it will be necessary to cycle the ignition start button from the STOP position to the START position several times until the fuel pumps build adequate pressure.
  • Page 216 Section 5 When the engine starts, move the throttle lever back until the engine is running about 2,500 rpm or less. Check the gauges for normal readings and let the engine run for a minute to burn the excess fuel. If the gauge readings are abnormal, stop the engine and contact your Nautique dealer.

  • Page 217: Break In Procedure

    Getting Underway Break In Procedure Make sure all your passengers are properly seated before starting the break in procedure. After the engine is thoroughly warmed up and you have driven the boat into a large open area, advance the throttle to wide open until the maximum rpms are reached. DO NOT exceed 5,000 rpm.

  • Page 218: Shifting

    Section 5 Running your boat in shallow water can cause propeller shaft, strut, propeller and rudder damage and sand and silt to be pulled into the cooling system. This will cause excessive water pump wear and can clog the water passages in the engine. Heavy weed growth in the water can plug the raw water strainer and oil coolers and cause engine damage.

  • Page 219: Stopping

    Getting Underway Stopping Stopping the engine immediately after operating at high speed is not recommended. Allow the engine a two to three minute cool- down period at idle or low speed. Refer to your engine operator and maintenance manual for stopping information.
  • Page 220 Section 5 Nautique Integrated Steering Assist (NISA) Nautique Integrated Steering Assist (NISA) utilizes a stern thruster mounted on the transom of the boat to supplement the steering in forward and reverse as well as helping to reposition the boat at rest. Just like a boat propeller, the thruster propeller rotates at a high rate of speed.

  • Page 221: Running

    Section 6 Running Nautique urges you and all others operating your boat to seek certified instruction from the local boating authorities. This section is designed to present the most basic operational principles. It is NOT intended to cover all conditions encountered during operation.

  • Page 222: Maneuvering Techniques

    Section 6 Maneuvering Techniques Steering response depends on three factors: rudder position, motion and throttle. Maneuvering in congested areas and advanced courses requires mastering and good “Rules of the Road” ethics. Your Nautique boat is designed to be responsive and agile enough to meet the challenge of these conditions.

  • Page 223: Tow Pattern

    Running The effects of unequal propeller thrust, wind and current must also be kept in mind. While wind and current may not always be present, experienced boaters will use them to their advantage. Unequal thrust is an aspect shared by all single-engine propeller- driven watercrafts.

  • Page 224: Freezing Temperatures

    Section 6 Freezing Temperatures When the boat is removed from the water, drain the cooling and heater system (as equipped) completely. Refer to Section 9 – Winterizing Your Boat. Anchoring There are many types of anchors available on the market. The choice of one anchor over another depends on many factors.

  • Page 225: Dropping Anchor

    Running KC-1571C Danforth Anchor Dropping Anchor • Make sure the line is tied to the anchor and tie the other end to the forward cleat or bow eye. • Head the boat into the wind or current over the spot where you want to lower the anchor.

  • Page 226: Weighing (Pulling In) Anchor

    Section 6 LINE SIX TO SEVEN TIMES DEPTH OF WATER CORC136 Anchoring • Pull on the line to make sure the anchor is holding. • Occasionally check your position against the shoreline. If the anchor is dragging and you are drifting, reset the anchor. Weighing (Pulling In) Anchor Start the engine and move forward until the anchor line is straight up and down.

  • Page 227: Performance Boating

    Running Performance Boating Failure to maintain control can result in death or serious injury. Always keep one hand on the steering wheel and the other on the control lever. If the boat begins to operate in an unsafe way, adjust speed and course as necessary to regain control.
  • Page 228 Section 6 NOTES...

  • Page 229: Care And Maintenance

    Section 7 Care and Maintenance This section describes how to care and maintain your Nautique boat. Periodic inspection and maintenance of items listed in this section is absolutely necessary. Winterization and some engine maintenance functions are best performed by your Nautique dealer. Some maintenance items that can be done by you or your dealer are listed below.

  • Page 230: Engine Intake Water Strainer

    Section 7 4. When servicing the ignition switch or any wiring, always disconnect the battery cables from the battery. 5. Check for water circulation when the engine is running. Exhaust should contain steady flow of water. In closed cooling systems, make sure the coolant in the cooling system is at the proper level.

  • Page 231: Bilge Pumps

    Care and Maintenance Some engines are equipped with a closed cooling system with a self- contained reservoir for engine coolant. Self-contained systems are equipped with a heat exchanger which uses raw water to cool the coolant. All raw water systems are equipped with a valve and strainer.

  • Page 232: Cartridge Replacement

    Section 7 Cartridge Replacement 1. Turn off power to the bilge pump. 2. Unscrew the filter bowl (A) by turning counterclockwise and pour any excess bilge water remaining in the bowl back into the bilge. 3. Remove the used cartridge (B) and dispose of in a suitable container.

  • Page 233: Ballast Filtration System (Optional)

    Care and Maintenance Ballast Filtration System (optional) Some local lake authorities require the ballast system to be de- contaminated before launch. Nautique offers Aquatic Invasive Species filters integrated directly into the ballast fill hoses that may allow you to speed up your inspection. The filters are sealed and date tagged at the time of manufacture and function automatically when the ballast pump is turned on.

  • Page 234: Propeller

    Section 7 Propeller CAUTION • A propeller can be very sharp. Be careful when you handle it. Wear a pair of protective gloves when handling any propeller. • Remove your key from the ignition and remove the Emergency Stop Switch clip from the switch to prevent accidental starting of the engine.

  • Page 235: Installation

    Care and Maintenance Use a propeller puller to remove the propeller, then remove the key from the keyway. Inspect the keyways and key for any damage. CORC269 Installation Before placing the propeller on the shaft, look at the keyway on the shaft and in the propeller.

  • Page 236: Through-Hull Fittings

    Section 7 Through-Hull Fittings All fittings that actually pass through the hull on the wetted surface are caulked in. These are not serviceable and must not be tampered with. Quick Oil Drain System Change the engine oil after the first 25 hours of operation, then after every 50 hours.

  • Page 237: Salt Water Boating

    Care and Maintenance Salt Water Boating If you use your boat in salt water or other unusual water conditions, fresh water flush your engine and cooling system with freshwater. Nautique offers an optional freshwater flush kit. This is the only system we recommend if you use your boat in salt water or unusual water conditions.

  • Page 238: Coastal Edition

    Section 7 6. Run the engine for several minutes after it has reached the normal operating temperature to ensure proper flushing. 7. Reduce the engine speed to idle, shut off the engine and immediately shut off the water supply hose. Please note, failure to shut off the water supply hose immediately could possibly result in engine damage.

  • Page 239: Battery Maintenance

    Care and Maintenance 4. Flush the engine with fresh water after each use. See Freshwater Flushing Kit - Optional on page 7-9 for more information. 5. Nautique Boat Company, the manufacturer of Nautique boats, applies dielectric grease to the battery connections at the factory.
  • Page 240 Section 7 Take care when connecting or disconnecting a battery charger. Be sure the charger is turned OFF and unplugged from power source when you clip ON/OFF the connecting clamps. Make sure you have a solid connection with the charging clamps. Poor connections are common causes of electrical arcs and engine problems.

  • Page 241: Battery Cable Warning Alarm

    Care and Maintenance To clean your battery, remove and wash down the battery case with a diluted ammonia or baking soda/water solution to neutralize the acid, then flush with fresh water. Keep the fill/vent caps tight so the neutralizing solution does not get into the battery cells. The electrolyte level should be checked every 30 days.

  • Page 242: Gelcoat Maintenance

    Section 7 Gelcoat Maintenance Your Skipper’s Kit included samples of quality boat care products recommended by Nautique. Nautique is proud of its heritage and wants you to feel this pride every time you use your boat. Regular maintenance is the key to keeping your hull and deck surfaces in good condition.

  • Page 243: Care Of Metal

    Care and Maintenance Sudden changes in temperature can affect gelcoat. If you move your boat from outdoors to a heated area, allow the temperature change to be gradual. Heat the area after the boat is moved to allow the boat to warm up slowly as the area is heated. Also, if you move your boat from a warmer area to a colder one, wait for the outside temperature to be closer to the warmer area’s temperature or allow the area and the boat to cool down first.

  • Page 244: Adhesive-Backed Non-Skid

    Section 7 Adhesive-Backed Non-Skid All adhesive-backed non-skid surfaces can be cleaned by using a medium-to-stiff brush and warm, soapy water. Make brushing strokes in the direction of the non-skid grain. Rinse with clean water and let the non-skid air-dry. Upholstery Cleaning Instructions Normal Care and Cleaning Remove ordinary dirt and smudges with a mild soap and water...
  • Page 245 Care and Maintenance For the following stains, use Cleaning Method 1: • Baby oil • Urine • Ketchup • Blood • Chocolate • Hair oil tonic • Motor oil • Tea • Olive oil • Coffee • Grape juice • Betadine For the following stains, use Cleaning Method 1.

  • Page 246: Tunable Rudder

    Section 7 Tunable Rudder The Tunable Rudder* is designed to offer easy steering adjustment. This system uses a composite tuning foil which is located at the upper aft corner of the rudder blade. Use a Phillips head screwdriver to adjust the foil.

  • Page 247: Rudder Remote Lube Fitting

    Care and Maintenance Rudder Remote Lube Fitting The remote lube fitting allows for easy access to lubricating the rudder. The remote lube fitting is located at the stern of the engine compartment. Use a quality marine grease and gun. Connect the grease gun to the fitting and apply a light pressure to the gun until you feel a slight resistance.

  • Page 248: Checking V-Drive Unit Fluid

    Section 7 Checking V-Drive Unit Fluid Burn hazard from hot V-Drive unit fluid can cause serious injury. Do not remove the V-Drive unit drain/fill plug while the engine is running or while the V-Drive unit is hot. Allow the V-Drive unit to cool and check with the boat level. 1.

  • Page 249: Troubleshooting

    Section 8 Troubleshooting The following chart will assist you in finding and correcting minor problems with your Nautique boat. Refer to your engine operation and maintenance manual for more detailed information for any problem concerning the starting, shifting or operation of the engine.

  • Page 250: Trouble Check Chart

    Section 8 Trouble Check Chart Performance Symptom Possible Cause Starter motor will not operate • Shift handle not in NEUTRAL • Battery Selector switch OFF • Battery and electrical connection loose or corroded Engine will not start • Emergency stop switch not in place •...

  • Page 251: Electrical

    Troubleshooting Electrical Symptom Possible Cause Shifting problems • Low transmission fluid level • Sticking transmission shift lever • Bad wire connection in shifting harness Electrical problem • Open circuit breaker or blown fuse • Loose wiring connection • Defective switch or gauge Dim or no lights •...
  • Page 252 Section 8 NOTES...

  • Page 253: Storage

    Section 9 Storage Lifting Rings Always lift your boat by connecting properly rated cables or straps with appropriately sized hardware to the factory installed lifting rings at the bow and stern of your boat. Refer to Section 2, Specifications of this manual to identify the correct weight and lift ring spacing for your boat.
  • Page 254 Section 9 10° 10° 10° 10° 10° 10° 10° 10° CORC0694 CAUTION Drain the bilge and/or launch control system and/or aftermarket water bladder(s) to eliminate excess water before you lift the boat. Only use a hook that will pass easily through the lifting ring without binding.
  • Page 255 Storage If your boat is equipped with a retractable lifting ring, it can be used for lifting your boat. CORC055...

  • Page 256: Winterizing Your Boat

    Section 9 Winterizing Your Boat Winter storage procedures vary depending on climate, type of storage and length of storage. Check with your dealer/storage facility manager for their advice on what works best in your climate. Winterization functions are best performed by your Nautique dealer.

  • Page 257: Winterizing The Heater System (In Raw Water-Cooled Engines Only)

    Storage CORC078 The raw water strainer bowl (A) remains full of water even after the rest of the engine cooling water system is drained. To properly winterize your boat, the strainer bowl must be removed and emptied. DO NOT lose the rubber O-ring (B) that seals the bowl to the cap.

  • Page 258: Check For Water In Your Fuel System

    Section 9 Check for Water in Your Fuel System A small amount of water left in the fuel system for several months can result in damage to the fuel system and engine. If you are storing your boat for the winter, it is a good practice to remove any water in the fuel system.

  • Page 259: Winterizing Ballast Tanks (If Equipped)

    Storage Add a good quality fuel stabilizer to the fuel prior to winterizing to slow down the rate of fuel decomposition. You can purchase a fuel stabilizer at your servicing dealer, most marinas or an auto supply store. Add the stabilizer to the tank. If you did not add the stabilizer previously, run the engine to circulate fuel throughout the system.

  • Page 260: Trailer/Trailering

    Section 9 Trailer/Trailering Hitch If you do not already have a trailer hitch installed on your vehicle, go to a reputable hitch company to have the proper size hitch installed. Always use a hitch rated with the appropriate capacity to match the trailer and boat’s gross weight.

  • Page 261: Towing Your Boat

    Storage Towing Your Boat Read this checklist prior to trailering your boat. • Check wheel lug nuts for tightness. • Be sure the trailer tongue is securely on the hitch and the safety chains from the trailer are secured to the vehicle. •...
  • Page 262 Section 9 • Examine the hitch connection to be sure it is firmly attached and the safety pin and chains are securely fastened. • Make sure all trailer lights are still functioning properly. • Re-examine the contents of your boat to ensure that no items such as life jackets or other gear have shifted and will not fly out while you are on the road.

  • Page 263: Glossary

    Glossary ABYC – American Boat and Yacht Council, Inc. AFLOAT – On the water. AFT – Toward the rear or stern of the boat. AGROUND – Touching bottom. AMIDSHIP – Center or middle of the boat. ANCHOR – (1) An iron casting shaped to grip the lake bottom to hold the boat.
  • Page 264 CAST-OFF – To unfasten mooring lines in preparation for departure. CATHODE – An electrode carrying a negative charge. CAVITATION – A phenomenon in which low pressure within a liquid allows vapor bubbles to form. CENTER LINE – A lengthwise imaginary line which runs fore and aft with the boat’s keel.
  • Page 265 Glossary HYPOTHERMIA – A physical condition where the body loses heat faster than it can produce it. IN-LINE FUSE – A type of protective fuse located in the power wire of a direct current (DC) circuit usually near the battery. KEEL –...
  • Page 266 RUDDER – A vertical metal device used to steer the boat RULES OF THE ROAD – Regulations for preventing collisions on the water. SACRIFICIAL ANODE – Metal parts fitted to the hull of boat to provide a transfer of ions to the cathodic part of an electrolytic coupling and so protect other parts of the boat that would otherwise waste away through electrolysis SLIP –...

  • Page 267: Warranty

    Warranty NAUTIQUE LIMITED WARRANTY (Nautique Boats as Originally Manufactured by Nautique Boat Company) The Nautique warranty is backed by a tradition of boat building experience since 1925. Lifetime Limited Warranty: Nautique Boat Company, Inc., exclusive manufacturer of Nautique, and also referred to as Nautique herein, warrants to the original user or purchaser, whoever comes first, of each new Nautique boat, that the deck, hull, and stringer system, as originally manufactured by Nautique, shall, under normal authorized use, remain free from...

  • Page 268: Five (5) Year Base Limited Warranty

    Five (5) Year Base Limited Warranty: Nautique warrants to the original user or purchaser, whichever comes first, that each new Nautique boat, as originally manufactured by Nautique, shall, under normal authorized use, be free of defect in material and workmanship for a period of five (5) years or one thousand (1000) hours (whichever occurs first) after the first date of delivery of the boat to the original user or purchaser.

  • Page 269: Engine/Power Train Warranty

    Warranty Engine/Power Train Warranty: Five (5) years or one thousand (1000) hours (whichever occurs first) after the first date of delivery to the original user or purchaser. For details, terms, and conditions of this warranty, see the Pleasurecraft Marine Engine Co. owner’s manual. Exceptions: The Nautique Limited Warranties shall not apply to: •...
  • Page 270 All warranty repairs must be performed in the country of purchase. Warranty will not be honored in cross-international-border purchases. Boats shipped to certain states might be eligible for additional warranties required by those states’ laws, some of which might also impose certain responsibilities on you in order to qualify for them.

  • Page 271: Procedure

    Warranty from state to state. To the extent that your state does not allow any exclusion or limitation expressed herein, such exclusion or limitation will not apply to you. All other allowable limitations or exclusions shall apply to you. Note: This warranty is expressly conditioned upon the completion of the electronic registration to Nautique.
  • Page 272 Nautique Customer Care, 14700 Aerospace Parkway, Orlando, Florida 32832. (407)855-4141, (407)851-7844, email: info@nautique.com. Effective 2016 model boats. REQUEST FOR TRANSFER OF WARRANTY FOR HULL, DECK, AND STRINGER ** A COPY OF THE PURCHASE RECEIPT MUST BE INCLUDED ** At Nautique Boat Company, Inc.’s (“Nautique’s”) discretion, the remaining portion of the Nautique “Lifetime Limited Warranty”...
  • Page 273 Warranty REQUEST FOR TRANSFER OF WARRANTY FOR BASE AND ENGINE ** A COPY OF THE PURCHASE RECEIPT MUST BE INCLUDED ** At Nautique Boat Company, Inc.’s (“Nautique’s”) discretion, the remaining portion of the Nautique “Transferable Base Limited Warranty” and the Pleasurecraft Marine “Transferable Limited Warranty” for 2018 model boats can be transferred, for a fee, to the second purchaser within five (5) years or one thousand (1000) hours (whichever occurs first) after the first date of delivery of the boat to the original user or purchaser.
  • Page 274 NOTES...

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