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Forrest L. Wood
Founder
This manual is intended to help you better understand your boat and make basic care
and maintenance quite simple. Additionally, it provides important information essential
for safe and pleasant boat operation. Please take the time to study this manual along
with your engine and equipment manuals before operating your boat. Should you have
questions, visit with your Ranger dealer or contact us at... Ranger
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We encourage you to make safety and courteous boating practices an integral part of
your outdoor activities. "Boat Smart From The Start." Take a boating education course
and get a vessel safety check for your boat. For more information on these important
services, contact the United States Coast Guard Auxiliary at 1-800-368-5647,
www.cgaux.org, or the United States Power Squadrons at 888-FOR-USPS,
www.usps.org. Remember that common sense and sound judgement are two of the
most important elements to carry with you on every outing.
If we can be of additional help, feel free to give us a call, visit us on the internet, contact
your local dealer, or just drop us a line through the mail. Thank you, again, for being a
part of the legendary "Ranger Family!"
Sincerely,
A MESSAGE FROM
RANGER FOUNDER,
FORREST WOOD
Congratulations! You and your new
Ranger are part of a celebrated heritage
and legacy of leadership spanning
nearly four decades. We appreciate
the confidence you've shown us by
selecting Ranger as your boat of
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- Page 1 Please take the time to study this manual along with your engine and equipment manuals before operating your boat. Should you have questions, visit with your Ranger dealer or contact us at… Ranger ®...
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Page 2: Getting To Know And Handle Your Ranger Boat
GETTING TO KNOW AND HANDLE YOUR RANGER BOAT… Your Ranger dealer should see that you have selected the proper horsepower engine for the rating range of the boat model you have chosen. The proper engine mounting height has been selected for optimum performance and the correct propeller has been chosen. - Page 3 Getting To Know and Handle Your Ranger Boat ® While you are easing along within the “No Wake” zone you should trim your engine all the way down to its lowest position (in). Turn the steering right and left to insure that there is no undue slack and inspect the steering system.
- Page 4 Getting To Know and Handle Your Ranger Boat ® setting (see your trim indicator) will be required for different throttle settings. You will soon develop an instinctive feel for these settings. Your ear will become attuned to the sound of the proper engine RPM. Again, over trimming is to be avoided as excessive RPM can cause engine damage and can also cause your prop to “blow out”...
- Page 5 Getting To Know and Handle Your Ranger Boat ® of your outboard engine to drive the boat forward until the bow contacts the roller on the bow stand block. Shut down your outboard and fasten the winch strap hook to the bow eye. Tighten the winch strap and lock winch before pulling the boat from the water.
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Page 6: Be Responsible For Safer Boating
Be Responsible For Safer Boating BE RESPONSIBLE FOR SAFER BOATING • ALCOHOL and DRUGS - The debilitating effects of alcohol and other drugs reduces reaction time and detracts from judgment. The combined effect of the outdoor environment… sun, heat, wind, rough water, and noise can be more fatiguing than one would imagine and, combined with drugs or alcohol, can be very dangerous. -
Page 7: Carbon Monoxide Warning
Carbon Monoxide Warning CARBON MONOXIDE Carbon monoxide is a deadly gas that is odorless, tasteless and colorless. It is present in the exhaust of internal combustion engines. Inhaling sufficient concentrations of carbon monoxide can be fatal within minutes. Early signs of carbon monoxide poisoning may include headache, nausea, fatigue, drowsiness, confusion and vomiting. -
Page 8: Table Of Contents
TABLE OF CONTENTS Getting to Know and Handle Your Ranger Boat ........2 Be Responsible for Safer Boating ............6 Carbon Monoxide Warning ..............7 Special Information ..................9 Your Ranger Dealer’s Responsibilities..........9 Owner/Operator’s Responsibilities............10 Warning and Cautions ................11 Hazard Labeling ................12 & 13 Hull Identification Plate ................14... -
Page 9: Special Information
ALL information or instructions in this manual could be necessary for proper operation and/or maintenance. If you do not understand any portion of this manual, please contact your Ranger dealer or our Customer Service Department for any additional information. IMPORTANT: Your Ranger Dealer’s Responsibilities…... -
Page 10: Owner/Operator's Responsibilities
It is also the owner/operator’s responsibility to return the unit to the Ranger dealer for a periodic checkup. The owner/operator is responsible for the correct operation of the boat and for the safety of its occupants. Be sure that all operators read this manual before attempting to operate the boat. -
Page 11: Warning And Cautions
Special Information Before boating, obtain the weather forecast for your area. Familiarize yourself with the weather bureau warning system signal(s) and waterway traffic sign/marking information. Contact your local U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary and take advantage of their excellent boating and safety classes and seasonal boat inspections. Operating a boat with an engine of WARNING horsepower in excess of that specified... -
Page 12: Hazard Labeling
Some labels are not appropriate for every boat/trailer model so your rig may not have them all. Check with your Ranger dealer to find out what labels your boat and trailer should have and ask them to order any necessary replacements. - Page 13 Hazard Labeling WARNING Avoid serious or fatal injury. Do not occupy seat when speed exceeds 5 MPH. Avoid injuries from dislodged seat. Secure unoccupied seat. Designed Application Class B The Springfield Marine Company 1093 Cynthia St. • PO Box 588 • Nixa, MO 65714 WARNING 1.
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Page 14: Hull Identification Plate
Hull Identification Plate HULL IDENTIFICATION PLATE Model Number Year Model Year Mfg. The hull I.D. Plate is located on the outboard side of the starboard transom, above the water line, and contains the following information: (1) Boat patent information (2) Model Number - This number should be referred to when ordering parts or making other inquiries. -
Page 15: U.s. Coast Guard Capacity Information Plate
U.S. Coast Guard Capacity Information Plate U.S. COAST GUARD CAPACITY INFORMATION PLATE Familiarize yourself with your boat’s maximum capacities. Do not exceed the maximum weight (in pounds) or persons capacity (number) found on the U.S.C.G. capacity information plate attached to your boat. Know the ratings and load your boat accordingly. -
Page 16: Recommended On-Plane Seating Locations
Recommended On-Plane Seating Locations RECOMMENDED ON-PLANE SEATING LOCATIONS A decal similar to the one in Fig. 1, below, should be found on your boat in the area of the U.S. Coast Guard Capacity plate. The areas marked by “X’s” are the areas of the boat considered safe and suitable for on-plane seating. -
Page 17: Important Health And Safety Information
Fuel System IMPORTANT HEALTH AND SAFETY INFORMATION ABOUT YOUR NEW BOAT Engine exhaust, some WARNING constituents, and a wide variety of components contain emit chemicals known State of California to cause cancer and birth defects and other reproductive harm. In addition, oils, fuels and fluids contained in boats as well as waste produced by component wear contain or emit chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. - Page 18 Fuel System Contact your Ranger dealer for information on proper fuel shutoff valve access. SAFETY AND MAINTENANCE TIPS The fuel system in your Ranger requires little or no maintenance. However, periodic inspection outlined below strongly recommended. Contact your Ranger dealer for proper fuel tank access for your model.
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Page 19: Your Livewell Aeration System
Your Livewell Aeration System YOUR LIVEWELL AERATION SYSTEM The livewell aerator system in a Ranger boat is designed to supply the water and oxygen necessary to the survival of your catch. This patented system not only allows fresh water to be pumped in through the aerator supply line(s), but also permits recirculation and aeration at any speed of boat operation. - Page 20 Your Livewell Aeration System LIVEWELL PUMP-OUT Your new Ranger may be equipped with a livewell pump-out system. To use this pump out feature, put the livewell control valve in the recirc position and pull out on the aerator spray head. Turn on the aerator and the water in the well will be emptied.
- Page 21 Your Livewell Aeration System LIVE WELL PLUMBING ASSEMBLY ITEM NUMBER PART NUMBER DESCRIPTION 7415915 3/4” x GHT Swivel Female Insert 7100111 90 Deg. Black thru Hull 3/4” 7843112 5/8” - 1-1/2” Hose Clamp HF 16SS 7843092 Clamp, 1/2-1” Hose, HF 10SS 7400262 3/4”...
- Page 22 Your Livewell Aeration System SALTWATER RECIRCULATING BAITWELL PLUMBING SYSTEM 2180, 2300 BAY RANGERS AND 223, 191 CAYMANS Operation Instructions: Your Livewell Aeration System 1. Fill Baitwell/Continuous Exchange of Water • Open valve (A) leaving valve (B) closed • Turn pump on •...
- Page 23 Your Livewell Aeration System SALTWATER RECIRCULATING BAITWELL PLUMBING SYSTEM...
- Page 24 Your Livewell Aeration System MAINTENANCE TIPS FOR AERATOR SYSTEM (1) Remove screens only for flushing aerator system. (2) Keep screens in place for cleaning and during operation. Replace damaged or broken screens immediately. (3) Do not exceed the recommended fuse size on the aerator pumps (a larger fuse WILL NOT make a stronger aerator system!).
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Page 25: Steering At Console
Loose or worn steering could lead to an accident causing injury or death. Your new Ranger may be equipped with Teleflex Sea Star Pro hydraulic steering. This system is designed to help reduce engine torque felt at the wheel (see Fig. - Page 26 Steering SEA STAR OUTBOARD HYDRAULIC STEERING Remove, clean and grease the support tube annually with quality marine grease. Check the steering fluid level in the helm. It should be maintained at no less than 1/2” and no more then 1/8” below the bottom of the filler cap threads.
- Page 27 Steering For complete installation and troubleshooting information, please refer to your SeaStar installation instructions, Book 1.1 (Part # 296784). SEAL REPLACEMENT KIT (PART # HS5157) FOR: FRONT MOUNT CYLINDER (PART # HC5345) Item Part # Quantity Description 797021 Seal Gland Only 745920 Seal Gland Assembly Guide Tool 745525...
- Page 28 The steering may be connected at the engine by a method similar to the ones shown in Figures 4 & 5 ( page 29). Because Ranger does not supply the “cable to engine” connectors, except on pre-rigged packages, we will not make specific installation or torque recommendations.
- Page 29 Steering See engine owner’s manual for proper CAUTION greasing and maintenance of engine link rod and steering kit.
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Page 30: Your Boat's Finish
“armor coat” to prevent scratches and will also help protect hull while in wet storage. A boat cover (which is available from your Ranger dealer) is also a wise investment to help prevent damage while the boat is at home or on the road. - Page 31 Improper handling could result in an explosion resulting in injury or death. 4. Using Ranger touch-up gel-coat or putty only, thoroughly mix 1% catalyst (MEKP) with desired amount of gel-coat or putty. Gel-coat will not cure by itself. You must use NOTICE a catalyst.
- Page 32 Your Boat’s Finish Do not sand metalflake surfaces. A different NOTICE procedure is used to repair these finishes. You should contact your Ranger dealer for more information. Gel-coat will not cure by itself. You must use NOTICE a catalyst.
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Page 33: Your Power Pedestals
Your Power Pedestals YOUR POWER PEDESTALS A “power pedestal” is a nitrogen gas filled steel cylinder that is used to raise and lower the fishing seats mounted on the forward and aft casting platforms. This enables you to select the proper seat height for comfort in any fishing situation. - Page 34 Your Power Pedestals If your seat will not raise up to the proper height, adjust the screw approximately 1/4 (one-quarter) turn in a counter-clockwise direction and try the pedestal again. If your seat will not remain in the upright position, move the adjustment screw approximately 1/4 (one-quarter) turn in a clockwise direction.
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Page 35: Key Locks, Carpet And Upholstery
Any spills should be cleaned up promptly. Your Ranger upholstery is top-grade marine vinyl. Naturally, the suppleness and color fidelity of the upholstery is best maintained by storing your boat out of direct sunlight. Cleaning and conditioning of your upholstery is best accomplished with an approved, top-quality vinyl cleaner. -
Page 36: Cleaning Marine Vinyl
Key Locks, Carpet, and Upholstery CLEANING MARINE VINYL For general purpose cleaning, use Vinyl Finish Vinyl Cleaner, Fantastik, or warm water with a mild dish soap such as Dawn or Ivory. Gently scrub with a small soft bristle brush. For dirt build-up, use Vinyl Finish Vinyl Cleaners. Let soak for approximately 10 minutes, then gently scrub with a soft bristle brush. - Page 37 Key Locks, Carpet, and Upholstery This chart contains methods for removing common stains and soils: A. Medium-soft brush, warm soapy water. Rinse. Dry. B. Vinyl Finish Cleaner or household cleaner such as Fantastik. C. One tablespoon ammonia, one-fourth cup hydrogen peroxide, three- fourths cup water applied with medium soft brush.
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Page 38: Adding Accessories To Your Boat
Adding Accessories To Your Boat ADDING ACCESSORIES TO YOUR BOAT… The bow section of the gunwale is properly reinforced for installing such accessories as trolling motors and depth sounders. We recommend through-bolting all trolling motors, anchor davits and other heavier accessories. -
Page 39: Hook Up Of Trolling Motor Leads
Should this occur, the breaker(s) can be reset by pushing the switch. If this occurs again, disconnect battery leads and trace immediately, or take it to your Ranger dealer for repair. An ignition protected circuit breaker is used for the accessories. -
Page 40: Wiring Diagrams
TROLLING MOTOR 50 AMP BREAKER SWITCH TROLLING MOTOR BATTERIES 12-VOLT SYSTEM SOME MODELS HAVE ONLY 1 FUEL TANK, IN WHICH CASE THE SENDER WIRE IS PINK AND NO FUEL SWITCH APPEARS ON CONSOLE. - Page 42 VX TOURNAMENT EDITION WITH DIGITAL SWITCHING...
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Page 50: Electrical System
Electrical System ELECTRICAL SYSTEM FUSE PANEL INFORMATION The fuse panel, located for easy access, features plug-in type ATC fuses. The fuses can be easily inspected or replaced. The panel has a capacity of twelve to sixteen individual circuits. The particular accessory(ies) they operate are shown on the decal on the right side of the fuse panel or back side of fuse panel cover. -
Page 51: Fisherman Series
Electrical System FISHERMAN SERIES Navigation and Anchor Lights The switch that is labeled “Lights” on the bow and console keypads controls the operation of these lights. On the first key press the Navigation and Anchor Lights turn on. On the second key press the Navigation Lights turn off and the Anchor Lights remain on. - Page 52 Electrical System lights start at full brightness and dim down in 16 steps. After the 16 steps the instrument lights go back to full brightness. Once the brightness is set the system will remember the setting. Accessories There are 5 accessory functions on the system. Accessories 1-3 on the console keypad and Accessories A and B on the bow keypad.
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Page 53: Vx Tour Edition With Digital Switching
Electrical System VX TOUR EDITION WITH DIGITAL SWITCHING Navigation and Anchor Lights The switch that is labeled “Lights” on the bow and console keypads controls the operation of these lights. On the first key press the Navigation and Anchor Lights will turn on. On the second key press the Navigation Lights turn off and the Anchor Lights remain on. - Page 54 Electrical System lights start at full brightness and dim down in 16 steps. After the 16 steps the instrument lights go back to full brightness. Once the brightness is set the system will remember the setting. Accessories There are 5 accessory functions on the system. Accessories 1-3 on the console keypad and Accessories A and B on the bow keypad.
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Page 55: Saltwater Series
Electrical System SALTWATER SERIES Navigation and Anchor Lights The switch that is labeled "Lights" controls the operation of these lights. On the first key press, the navigation and anchor will both come on. On the second key press, the navigation lights turn off and the anchor lights remain on. - Page 56 Electrical System Accessories There are 4 accessory functions labeled "ACC 1", "ACC 2", "ACC 3" and "ACC 4". Pressing the corresponding switch once will turn on that accessory. Pressing the same switch again will turn off that accessory. Horn Press and hold for operation and release to stop Back Lighting The back lighting will turn on for 60 seconds when any key is pressed and the ignition is in the off position.
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Page 57: Z Comanche
Electrical System Z COMANCHE Wake and Sleep Mode After 4 hours of no switching activity, the key pad will go into “Sleep Mode”. At this time the boat switching will not function unless the user presses one of the starting buttons to wake the system; “Start”, “Stop”, “1”, “2”, “3”, or “4”. - Page 58 this button again will turn off the aeration pumps. Pressing the live well timer button will automatically turn on the aeration pumps and the timer in the “L” setting. The timer can be adjusted in three increments “L, M, and H”.
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Page 59: Installation Of Trolling Motor Plug
Electrical System INSTALLATION OF 4 PRONG “TYPE IV” PLUG TO TROLLING MOTOR AND BATTERY CHARGER The Type IV plug is not designed for direct attachment to bare wires. All wires must be terminated with a #10 ring terminal of the appropriate wire gauge size. -
Page 60: Installation Of Battery Charger Plug
Electrical System... - Page 61 Inspect wiring connections and terminals periodically for corrosion, etc. and replace as needed. Replacement components should always be of equal or greater rating and quality. We recommend Ranger replacement parts available through your Ranger dealer. Always disconnect the positive and negative leads from the battery terminals before installing, removing, servicing, or troubleshooting any part of the electrical system.
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Page 62: Federal Requirements For Recreational Boats
Federal Requirements for Recreational Boats CLASS A CLASS I EQUIPMENT (Under 16’ in Length) (16’ , but under 26’) Whistle or Must have means of making an efficient sound signal. Horn Visual None Required During All recreational boats, when Distress Daytime used on coastal waters, which includes the Great Lakes, the... - Page 63 Federal Requirements for Recreational Boats Boat operators are required to file a boating accident report with their state boating law enforcement agency when their boat is involved in certain boating accidents as follows: 1) There is loss of life or probable loss of life. 2) Personal injury requiring medical treatment (other than first aid).
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Page 64: Boat Data (Owner's Information)
BOAT DATA OWNER Address DEALER Address Phone BOAT - MAKE/MODEL Serial No. Key No. ENGINE - MAKE/MODEL Serial No. Drive Unit Serial No. OTHER... -
Page 65: Your Rangertrail Trailer
Your RangerTrail Trailer ® GENERAL INFORMATION AND MAINTENANCE Keep the hubs properly lubricated at all times as described in the hub section of this manual. Check all lights before each use of the trailer. Check the tires for wear, cuts or other damage before each use and replace as needed. -
Page 66: Contained Oil Orbital Lubrication (Cool) Hubs
Your RangerTrail Trailer ® CONTAINED OIL ORBITAL LUBRICATION (COOL) HUBS COOL Hubs should be serviced once a year or every 20,000 miles whichever comes first. 1. Jack up the trailer and remove the wheel. 2. Remove oil filling plug from COOL hub cap. 3. - Page 67 Your RangerTrail Trailer ® Check cap of master cylinder often for tightness. Follow routine maintenance and inspection for disc brakes as outlined in your Disc Brake Manual. To minimize corrosion, it is necessary for the disc brake calipers and rotors to be rinsed off with fresh water after trailer has been immersed in salt water.
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Page 68: Rangertrail Wiring
Your RangerTrail Trailer ® FIG. 15 Emergency Brake Engaged Emergency Brake Disengaged To release the emergency brake bracket, insert a flat screw driver into the slot on the release tab (on bottom side of actuator) and pull down until a “click”... - Page 69 Your RangerTrail Trailer ® PADS Pads must be replaced when 1/16 inch (0.060”) of pad friction material is left. If not familiar with disc brake pad CAUTION replacement, have work performed by a qualified individual or service shop. ROTORS Rotors should be resurfaced by a qualified brake specialist if extreme galling or wear marks are present.
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Page 70: Swing Hitch
With the trailer attached to the tow vehicle, the base of the ball should be approximately 16” from the ground. TOWING YOUR RANGER TRAIL ® TRAILER . . . Back your tow vehicle into position so that the ball is directly under the trailer hitch ball socket. - Page 71 Your RangerTrail Trailer ® fully on the tow ball. Be sure that the tongue jack wheel is slightly clear of the ground. Close the ball socket latch by pushing downward into the recess. The release handle should close smoothly if the ball has been seated correctly into the socket.
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Page 74: Rangertrail Parts List
RANGERTRAIL ® PARTS LIST DESCRIPTION Brake Hitch Bow Roller Lower Winch Stand Winch Swing Jack Upper Winch Stand Fiberglass Step Lock Pin Rangertrail Decal Side Marker Light Amber Inside Cotter Pin Castle Nut Spindle Inside Bearing Inside Bearing Race Outside Bearing Race Outside Bearing Spindle Washer Spindle Nut Cotter Pin... -
Page 75: Limited Warranty
Your sole and exclusive remedy is the repair or replacement, at Woods sole option, of parts and components covered by this warranty. This Ranger® boat, including any alleged defective part, must be returned to an authorized Ranger“ dealer within the applicable warranty period to obtain warranty service. The Ranger“ dealer will carry out the warranty procedures on the owner’s behalf. - Page 76 This document contains the entire warranty given by Wood. Wood does not authorize any person or persons, including Ranger® dealers, to change the terms of this express limited warranty, which is Wood’s only warranty. Wood reserves the right to change or improve the design or manufacture of Ranger“...
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