Highfield Classic 260 Owner's Manual

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Classic
260/290/310/340/360/380
Classic Deluxe
340/360/380
Owner's Manual
Before operating your boat, please read this manual carefully

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  • Page 1 Classic 260/290/310/340/360/380 Classic Deluxe 340/360/380 Owner’s Manual Before operating your boat, please read this manual carefully...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    PLEASE KEEP THIS MANUAL IN A SECURE PLACE, AND HAND IT OVER TO THE NEW OWNER WHEN YOU SELL THE BOAT. Content General Introduction ............................3 Safety alerts ............................... 4 Safe Boating Recommendations ........................4 Pre-operation check list ............................. 5 Specifications: Classic ............................
  • Page 3: General Introduction

    To ensure that you gain maximum satisfaction from your Highfield boat, please read this Owner’s Manual carefully. It contains all the safety and operation instructions that you need to get the most out of your new Highfield. General Introduction This manual has been compiled to help you to operate your boat with safety and pleasure. It contains details of the boat;...
  • Page 4: Safety Alerts

    Safety alerts This manual uses the following safety alerts to draw your attention to special safety instructions that should be followed. Degree of hazard and corresponding safety labels: Danger Denotes that an extreme intrinsic hazard exists which would result in high probability of death or irreparable injury if proper precautions are not taken.
  • Page 5: Pre-Operation Check List

    the water. 8. Respect for environment Please be aware of local environment laws and international regulations against marine pollution and respect them as much as possible. 9. Control Speed Do not drive at top speed in areas of heavy boat traffic or in situations of reduced visibility, strong winds or heavy seas.
  • Page 6: Specifications: Classic

    Specifications: Classic Classic Models Description Hull Construction Material 5 series marine grade aluminum alloy Deck Construction Material 5 series marine grade aluminum alloy Tube Material PVC or Hypalon coated fabrics Overall Length 2.6m 2.9m 3.1m 3.4m 3.6m 3.8m Inside Length 1.71m 2.01m 2.18m...
  • Page 7: Specifications: Classic Deluxe

    Specifications : Classic Deluxe Classic Deluxe models Description CL340DL CL360DL CL380DL Hull Construction Material 5 series marine grade aluminum alloy Deck Construction Material 5 series marine grade aluminum alloy Tube Material PVC or Hypalon coated fabrics Overall Length 3.4m 3.6m 3.8m Inside Length 2.12m...
  • Page 8 Notes: a) Overall Length: Including removable parts that can be dismantled, without affecting the structure of the boat. b) Inside Length: Excluding removable parts that can be dismantled, without affecting the structure of the boat. c) Beam: Including removable parts that can be dismantled, without affecting the structure of the boat. d) Inside width: Excluding removable parts that can be dismantled, without affecting the structure of the boat.
  • Page 9: Recommended Seating Arrangement (Classic)

    Recommended Seating Arrangement (Classic) CL260 CL290 CL310 CL340 CL360 CL380...
  • Page 10: Recommended Seating Arrangement (Classic Deluxe)

    Recommended Seating Arrangement (Classic Deluxe) CL340DL CL360DL CL380DL Boat Components Front view Stern view Transom view Bow view...
  • Page 11: Builder's Plate

    Builder’s Plate: Part of the information is given on the builder’s plate affixed on the inside of the boat transom. A full explanation of this information is given in the relevant sections of this manual. Name of manufacturer Model Design category Maximum motor power Maximum number of persons Maximum load capacity...
  • Page 12: Information Connected With The Risk Of Flooding And Stability

    Information connected with the risk of flooding and stability 1. Use of drain plug Your boat is equipped with the following types of drains plug. When driving the boat, open the plug to drain the water on the floor. The water will automatically be drained by venture effect. When launching the boat or stopping on the water we recommend you to keep the plug sealed.
  • Page 13: Transporting

    Transporting 1. For optimum handling, the trailer must be properly loaded and balanced. 2. Keep the center of gravity low for best handling. 3. Approximately 60 percent of the boat’s weight should be positioned on the front half of the trailer and 40 percent in the rear.
  • Page 14: Operation

    Operation 1. Inflation a- Valve cap b- Plunger a) To inflate the chamber, first unscrew the valve cap by turning a quarter of a turn counterclockwise. Check that the plunger in the center of the valve is closed i.e. upper position. If closed i.e. spring compressed, down position, push the plunger down and rotate to the closed position.
  • Page 15 2. Performance (1) To achieve best performance, the boat must plane. If the boat does not plane you may check the following: a) Make sure the bilge/ deck is dry, drain the water otherwise. b) Make sure the tube is correctly inflated. c) Make sure you have the correct weight distribution.
  • Page 16 Warning The boat must be empty when towed. Remove outboard motor, fuel tank and equipment before towing. No passengers should be onboard. The boat should be towed at low speed. 4. Lifting When using a hoist to lift the boat, attach the hoist to the 3(or 4 according to your boat’s type) lifting eyes welded to the hull.
  • Page 17: Maintenance

    For upholstery, Highfield is using marine grade fabric to offer best resistance to UV and ageing. Periodic washing with mild detergent and warm water is the best way to keep your upholstery look good. Special vinyl cleaner can also be used to remove difficult stains.
  • Page 18 Repairs should, however, be undertaken in a well-ventilated area. (3) Repair PVC boats: Highfield Inflatables that have tubes constructed with Valmex PVC coated fabrics require PU based adhesive and RC hardener. Acetone solvent is recommended to prepare the surface before gluing. Use only recommended solvent and adhesive.
  • Page 19 c) Next hold the patch on the tube and mark out around it with a pencil. d) Use a grinder, course sand paper or scratch stone, rough up both the back of the patch and the area marked on the tube. e) Clean both surfaces with solvent and spread a thin layer of adhesive over them ensuring there are no lumps.
  • Page 20: Warranty

    The purchaser shall not, unless requested by Highfield Boats, ship the product or parts of the product directly to Highfield Boats. Proof of registered ownership must be presented to the dealer at the time warranty service is...
  • Page 21: Service Assistance

    This limited warranty does not include damage due to misuse abuse, negligence, improper or inadequate storage or transportation, or to any Highfield boat which is used in a manner contrary to directions or instructions indicated in the Highfield Owner’s Manual.

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