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- Page 1 OWNER’S MANUAL C0ASTAL MULTI-SPECIES SPORT RIVER JET...
- Page 2 OWNER’S MANUAL...
- Page 3 Almost 60 years of research, manufacturing experience, and listening to our customers has produced the boat you own today. You can be assured that your new KingFisher will provide you with years of worry free operation and enjoyment. With superior styling and performance, KingFisher is leading the industry in quality and design.
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Page 4: Section 2 Safety Information
Before you go boating it is wise to read your boat Owner’s Manual and go through the pre-trip safety checklist found in Section 3. Ensuring that your boat is in perfect working order before beginning a voyage will allow you to get the most enjoyment out of your boat every time you use it. - Page 5 Should you need replacement warning labels, conformity/capacity labels or instruction labels contact your dealership. Each label carries a KingFisher part number for easy identification. Label Location Maps Note that not all labels appear or are required on all boats. If you are uncertain if your boat is missing a label, please contact your dealership immediately.
- Page 6 Warning Decals #9 Capacity label vessels less than 6m (19’8”) length #10 Conformity label – vessels over 6m (19’8”) length (if equipped with auxiliary helm station) (most models not applicable) www.kingfisherboats.com KINGFISHERBOATS.COM...
- Page 7 Regulations require that each person have a seating place. If you find that your capacity or conformity label is missing, it can be replaced by your KingFisher dealer. When contacting the dealer please supply the Hull Identification Number (HIN) recorded in Section 6. WARNING: SEVERE INJURY OR DEATH MAY RESULT IF THE MAXIMUM CAPACITIES DISPLAYED ON THE CONFORMITY LABEL ARE IGNORED.
- Page 8 Common Symptoms of Carbon Monoxide Poisoning Watering and itchy eyes Flushed appearance Inattentiveness and inability to think clearly Ringing in the ears Tightness in the chest Headache and/or throbbing temples Drowsiness and fatigue Incoherence Nausea and/or vomiting Dizziness Collapse Convulsions IMPORTANT: If you suspect someone is suffering from CO poisoning move the person to fresh air, administer oxygen if available, and contact medical assistance.
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Page 9: Section 3 Operator And Passenger Safety
In Canada, it is compulsory to license your boat. Registering your KingFisher boat is not necessary. Insurance, while not required everywhere, is also important to have. - Page 10 Before embarking on a boating trip, perform an inspection of all vital components of the boat and all safety equipment. Check for water or gasoline in the bilge. If there is gasoline in the bilge, evacuate everyone from the immediate area and contact your local fire department.
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Page 11: Section 4 Boat Characteristics And Operation
WARNINGS: • DELIBERATE MISUSE OF YOUR BOAT AND EQUIPMENT CAN VOID YOUR WARRANTIES, AND POTENTIALLY RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH FAILURE TO COMPLY WITH NAVIGATIONAL REGULATIONS AND • RESTRICTIONS COULD RESULT IN FINES, SEVERE INJURY OR DEATH SEVERE INJURY OR DEATH MAY RESULT IF THE MAXIMUM CAPACITIES •... - Page 12 Night Operation/Anchoring If your boat is equipped with navigation lights they must be turned on from dusk till dawn. If your boat is equipped with an anchor light, it must be displayed while at anchor during the night in any area that experiences marine traffic. Never operate your boat after dusk unless it is properly equipped with navigation lights.
- Page 13 When the intake grate has become plugged with debris, (i.e.: gravel, mud, etc.) KingFisher’s EZ - Clean intake will free most obstructions. Shutting off the engine when using the EZ Clean grate is imperative. Failure to do so may allow large debris material (i.e.: rocks, etc.) to flow through the jet pump causing severe internal damage.
- Page 14 WARNINGS: Be sure all of the jet drive components are completely free of debris. Cooling water for the engine is supplied through the jet drive. Loss of engine coolant may cause overheating and damage to the engine. Jet boats are highly maneuverable. Executing quick turns or stops may eject the driver or passenger from the boat, possibly causing injury or death.
- Page 15 If you are able to start your engine with the shifter in gear, have your KingFisher dealer service the boat immediately to correct the problem. Your vessel’s controls will also be equipped with a safety lanyard. This lanyard consists of a clip that is attached to your boat’s engine controls and a snap-hook that attaches to the operator’s...
- Page 16 Starting your Engine Consult your engine and control owner’s manuals for proper engine starting, break-in, and shut-down procedures. Learning to Operate Your Boat Take it easy for the first little while until you know how your boat responds to the throttle, turning and encountering waves.
- Page 17 Leaving a Dock When leaving a dock, check for traffic and start the engine in neutral. Then have a passenger or someone on shore untie the boat and push the boat away from the dock. Note: Some models of jet propulsion will steer “backward” on typical steering. Once the boat is clear of the dock by approximately 1m (3 ft) and is clear of any obstructions or other boats, put the boat in gear and proceed with caution at the slowest throttle setting until the boat is into open water.
- Page 18 Trailering your Boat Your trailer retailer or KingFisher dealership should ensure that your trailer is set up properly for your boat. An improper trailer setup can do cosmetic as well as visible and unseen structural damage to your boat.
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Page 19: Section 5 Maintenance And Care
when safe to do so until the trailer bunks are just underwater. Set your parking brake. Guide your boat onto the trailer as squarely between the trailer fenders as possible. Attach the trailer winch line to the bow eye of the boat, detach the mooring line and winch the boat the remainder of the way onto the trailer. - Page 20 damage as a result of excessive or prolonged periods of discharge. Use terminal paste to prevent corrosion on the battery terminals and clamps. Allow the battery compartment area to dry completely before storing the boat. Your vessel is designed to use a 12 Volt marine battery.
- Page 21 Adjustment and Maintenance Check points 1. Check fuel system fittings and bilge for fuel and water. 2. Check battery for damage and full charge. 3. Check seats for damage or loose fasteners. 4. Check horn, steering, lights, wipers and bilge pump. 5.
- Page 22 • Check for burnt out lights. Check seat fasteners and swivels for tightness and wear. • Inspect zinc hull anode if equipped and replace if required. • Inspecting the Fuel System The fuel system can be accessed through removable panels in the transom and in the deck.
- Page 23 With boat in the water or on level ground, open the motor box cover to access the heater hose drains on the Starboard side of the engine. Remove the two drain caps and observe water draining from the ports into the bilge. As an added measure, it is recommended to blow air through the system to ensure all water is flushed out.
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Page 24: Section 6 Troubleshooting
Section 6 – Troubleshooting General Be familiar with all of the manuals provided with your boat. All of your boats mechanical controls, engines, and mechanical and electrical accessories are supplied with manuals describing their operation, care and maintenance. Consult these manuals for all troubleshooting not related to the hull, superstructure or electrical system. -
Page 25: Section 7 Consumer And Warranty Information
Add any serial numbers from other boat components such as electronic equipment. Dealer Contact Information Your KingFisher dealer will be able to handle all warranty claims, repairs and questions you might have about your KingFisher product. Your KingFisher dealer is also able to replace any manuals or warning decals your boat may be missing. - Page 26 This warranty is valid and enforceable only if the warranty registration card provided at the time of the sale is returned to KingFisher within 15 days of the date of delivery. This warranty applies to and is enforceable only by the original retail purchaser, who has completed and returned the warranty registration card as provided above, when the boat is sold through an authorized KingFisher dealer.
- Page 27 It is the responsibility of the registered owner to transport the boat to and from any repair facility for any warranty repairs. The buyer accepts this warranty and the limitations and disclaimers set forth herein as part of the purchase of the KingFisher product or part to which this warranty applies.
- Page 28 Exclusions and implied warranties Except as otherwise stated herein, KingFisher disclaims liability for any express or implied warranties, including any implied warranties of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose. The factory disclaims liability for indirect, incidental or consequential damages, which disclaimer applies during and after the warranty period.
- Page 29 Corrosion Information | Common Types of Corrosion Galvanic Corrosion - common type of corrosion caused by dissimilar metals. This can occur for a variety of reasons including dissimilar fittings and fasteners in direct contact with bare aluminum, or even loose items like sinkers and old hooks that find their way into the bilge or an inconspicuous area.
- Page 30 Identifying and Managing Corrosion After every voyage you must pay special attention to the overall cleanliness of your vessel. No different than storing your gear and hanging items to dry, there is a need to clean off the saltwater that has come into contact with your vessel during your outing.
- Page 31 New Component Installation Instruction If a fixture or addition to your boat becomes loose, it increases the risk of exposure. Check your fixtures regularly. To safely and effectively install or replace components, follow the below instructions. Place component and hole the markings with a pen Ensure there are no obstructions on the back side...
- Page 32 Center the component over pre-drilled holes Heavily coat all fasteners that will be used to hold the component in place. There should be no visible gaps in the sealant when the component is tightened down. A soapy water solution can be used to clean up the remaining excess sealant.
- Page 33 Sacrificial Anodes and Galvanic Protection Depending on which model and options you have selected your boat may be equipped with sacrificial anodes and a galvanic protection device. A galvanic isolator is present on all models equipped with a minimum 30A shore power system, and is installed just after the vessel’s shore power connection.
- Page 34 Operating, servicing and maintaining a recreational marine vessel can expose you to chemicals including engine exhaust, carbon monoxide, phthalates, and lead, which are known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. To minimize exposure, avoid breathing exhaust, service your vessel in a well-ventilated area and wear gloves or wash your hands frequently when servicing...
- Page 35 BUILDING GREAT BOATS SINCE 1959 KingFisher Boats Center of Excellence 8160 Highland Road Vernon, BC V1B 3W6 TF: 1-888-545-9171 www.kingfisherboats.com...