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  • Page 2 45 Cantius Table of Contents 1. Introduction......................1-1 2. Model Specific Information................2-1 3. Controls and Indicators ..................3-1 4. Basic Systems Operation ................. 4-1 V2739400 (Rev. 0) 45 Cantius...
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  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    300CXi Express Series Section 1 Introduction Warranty Information ............ 1-5 Welcome Aboard!! ............1-2 Dealership Responsibilities..........1-5 Skipper’s Kit ..............1-2 Your Responsibilities ............1-5 Owner’s Manual ..............1-2 Warranty Service ..............1-5 Safety Symbols ..............1-3 Safety Label Location Layout........1-6 Safety.................

  • Page 5: Welcome Aboard

    We are information concerning operation and the necessary information for confident you will enjoy the ride. For you, the Cruisers Yachts name boating safely and care of your yacht. The Getting Started manual is is your assurance that your yacht will hold its value while providing also divided in the same manner as the owner’s manual to help you...

  • Page 6: Safety Symbols

    Introduction Safety Symbols Section 1 contains a description of the Skipper’s Kit and information about the warranty. Safety Section 2 contains your yacht specifications such as dimensions and In emergency situations, it may be necessary to resort to measures capacities. There are also layout diagrams to introduce you to which are not normally practiced.

  • Page 7: Owner's Manuals For Onboard Systems And Components

    Cruisers Yachts. Depending on the options you chose, the kit may contain some or all of the following literature: •...

  • Page 8: Warranty Information

    Warranty Service suppliers other than Cruisers Yachts are located inside the Skipper’s Kit. Your Cruisers Yachts Dealer will go through these with you. It is You are entitled to all the benefits and services set down in the your responsibility to fill out any warranty registration that may be warranties.

  • Page 9: Safety Label Location Layout

    Section 1 SAFETY LABEL LOCATION LAYOUT WARNING AVOID SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH OCCUPANT MAY FALL OR BE EJECTED WARNING FROM SEAT FUEL VAPORS CAN EXPLODE RESULTING IN INJURY OR DEATH. BEFORE DO NOT OCCUPY SEAT WHEN UNDERWAY STARTING ENGINE OR GENERATOR: CHECK ENGINE COMPARTMENT BILGE FOR FUEL OR VAPORS, AND •...

  • Page 10: Fire Extinguisher Location Layout

    Introduction FIRE EXTINGUISHER LOCATION LAYOUT FIXED 53-R030B 45 Cantius...
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  • Page 12 Section 2 Model Specific Information Specifications..............2-2 Diesel Fuel Tank and Fittings........2-22 Upper Salon General Layout......... 2-3 Fuel System Layout - Standard........2-23 Deck Hardware General Layout........2-4 Fuel System Layout - Algae-X ........2-24 Lower Salon General Layout ........2-6 Waste Layout ...............

  • Page 13: Specifications

    Section 2 SPECIFICATIONS Measurements (US / Metric) L.O.A. Including Swim Platform ........45'0" / 13.7 m L.O.A. Including Hi-Lo Swim Platform......47'3" / 14.4 m Beam ................14'6" / 4.4 m Approximate Weight*, Diesel Engines ....29,500 lbs / 13,381 kg Fuel Capacity** ............362 gal / 1370 L Water System Capacity** ..........

  • Page 14: Upper Salon General Layout

    Model Specific Information UPPER SALON GENERAL LAYOUT 9. Microwave Oven 17. Bottle Storage 1. Aft Sun Lounge 10. Stereo (In Upper Cabinet) 18. AC/DC Main Breaker Panel 2. Engine Room Access Hatch 11. Galley Stove Top 19. Countertop 3. Refrigerator or Ice Maker 12.

  • Page 15: Deck Hardware General Layout

    Section 2 DECK HARDWARE GENERAL LAYOUT PORT & STBD 21 13 53-R007D 25, 26 45 Cantius...
  • Page 16 Model Specific Information DECK HARDWARE GENERAL LAYOUT (Cont.) 1. Port and Starboard Navigation Lights 21. Transom Gate 2. Washdown Faucet 22. Sun Lounge 3. Round 22" Hatch 23. Boarding Ladder 4. Drink Holder, Dual Stainless Steel 24. Cockpit Grill 5. Windlass Wrench 25.

  • Page 17: Lower Salon General Layout

    Section 2 LOWER SALON GENERAL LAYOUT 1. Washer / Dryer or Storage 8. Forward Stateroom Queen Berth 15. Aft Stateroom Queen Berth 2. Aft Stateroom Vanity 9. Locker 16. Single Berth 3. Aft Stateroom Shower 10. Forward Stateroom Vanity 17. A/C Units 4.

  • Page 18: Stereo / Tv Layout - Upper Salon

    Model Specific Information STEREO / TV LAYOUT - UPPER SALON 1. TV, 32" 2. Stereo Receiver 3. Stereo Remote Control 4. 6-1/2" Speaker (In Hardtop) 5. 10" Subwoofer Speaker IN HARDTOP IN HARDTOP 6. 6-1/2" Speaker IN HARDTOP IN HARDTOP 53-R024B.1 45 Cantius...

  • Page 19: Stereo / Tv Layout - Lower Salon

    Section 2 STEREO / TV LAYOUT - LOWER SALON 1. TV, 26" 2. TV, 22" 3. Stereo Receiver 4. 6-1/2" Speaker Purple = optional equipment 53-R024B.2 45 Cantius...

  • Page 20: Lower Salon Lighting And Outlet Layout

    Model Specific Information LOWER SALON LIGHTING AND OUTLET LAYOUT 1. 80" LED Tape Lighting 8. Head Control Panel 15. 15 Amp AC Dual Receptacle Box 2. 36" LED Tape Lighting 16. 15 Amp Dual Receptacle Box, GFCI 9. 12V LED Trilite 3.

  • Page 21: Upper Salon Lighting And Outlet Layout

    Section 2 UPPER SALON LIGHTING AND OUTLET LAYOUT 19 7 53-R010D.1 2-10 45 Cantius...
  • Page 22 Model Specific Information UPPER SALON LIGHTING AND OUTLET LAYOUT (Cont.) 13. 15 Amp Dual Receptacle Box, GFCI 1. 12V Hardtop Light (White) 2. 12V LED Button Light 14. Sunshade Switch Panel 3. 12V LED Square Overhead Light 15. Sun Bed Switch Panel 4.

  • Page 23: Hardtop Lighting Layout

    Section 2 HARDTOP LIGHTING LAYOUT 1. 12V Hardtop Light 2. 12V LED Button Light 3. Square Overhead Light 4. 12V LED Bullet Light 53-R010D.4 2-12 45 Cantius...

  • Page 24: Engine Room Lighting Layout

    Model Specific Information ENGINE ROOM LIGHTING LAYOUT 1. Bilge Light 2. Cockpit Courtesy Light Switch Panel 3. Underwater Light Purple = optional equipment 53-R010D.3 2-13 45 Cantius...

  • Page 25: A/C Lower Salon View

    Section 2 A/C LOWER SALON VIEW 1. A/C Unit – Aft Stateroom 8. A/C Air Return Grill 2. A/C Unit – Forward Stateroom 9. A/C Control Switch 3. Forward Stateroom Port Plenum Box 10. Forward Stateroom A/C Unit to Port Plenum Hose 4.

  • Page 26: A/C Upper Salon View

    Model Specific Information A/C UPPER SALON VIEW 1. Salon A/C Unit 9. Starboard A/C Unit to Starboard Plenum Hose 5. A/C Return Air Grill 10. Starboard Plenum to Forward Salon Hose 2. Forward Salon A/C Outlet Grill 6. Starboard Plenum Box 3.

  • Page 27: Plumbing Hardware

    Section 2 PLUMBING HARDWARE IN GALLEY 15, 16 15, 16 IN DECK UNDER HELM SEAT 53-R004D.1 2-16 45 Cantius...
  • Page 28 Model Specific Information PLUMBING HARDWARE (Cont.) 1. 100 Gal. Fresh Water Tank 17. Bilge Pump / Alarm Bracket 2. Galley Faucet / Sink 18. Bilge Water Level Float Switch 19. 12V Shower Pump 3. Aft Stateroom Vanity Sink / Faucet 20.

  • Page 29: Raw Water Hose Layout

    Section 2 RAW WATER HOSE LAYOUT HARDTOP DRAIN DAY HATCH COCKPIT DRAIN (IN DECK) DAY HATCH HARDTOP COCKPIT DRAIN DRAIN (IN DECK) 53-R004D.4 2-18 45 Cantius...
  • Page 30 Model Specific Information RAW WATER HOSE LAYOUT (Cont.) 1. Water Heater Drain to Drain Tee Hose 17. Forward Stateroom A/C Intake Hose 2. Starboard Ice Tub Drain to Starboard Plenum Hose 18. Aft Stateroom A/C Intake Hose 3. Galley Sink Drain to Port Plenum Hose 19.

  • Page 31: Deck Plumbing Layout

    Section 2 DECK PLUMBING LAYOUT 1. Ice Tub 2. Drain 3. Drain, Tee 4. Sink Waste Drain Fitting 5. Hose (Ice Tub to Plenum) 6. Hose (Drain to Vent Box) 7. Hose (Day Hatch Drain) 53-R019B 2-20 45 Cantius...

  • Page 32: Engine General Layout - Twin Ips

    Model Specific Information ENGINE GENERAL LAYOUT - TWIN IPS 1. Bilge Pump 2. 12V Deep Cycle Battery Group 3. 12V Cranking Battery Group 4. Blower 5. Genset Muffler 6. Genset Strainer / Strainer 7. 11 Gal. Hot Water Heater 8. Extinguisher 9.

  • Page 33: Diesel Fuel Tank And Fittings

    Section 2 DIESEL FUEL TANK AND FITTINGS 1. Adapter, 3/8" x 1/2" 2. Solenoid Valve 12V, 1/2" 3. Elbow, 90° 1/2" x 1/2" 4. Male Adapter, 3/8" x 3/8" 5. Elbow, 90° 3/8" 6. Adapter, 5/8" x 1/2" 7. Plug, Stainless, 1/2" 8.

  • Page 34: Fuel System Layout - Standard

    Model Specific Information FUEL SYSTEM LAYOUT - STANDARD 1. Fuel Tank, 370 Gal. 2. Genset 3. Engine Feed Fuel Filters 4. RACOR Fuel Filter / Water Separator 5. Starboard Engine Return Line to Fuel Tank 6. Genset Fuel Filter to Genset 7.

  • Page 35: Fuel System Layout - Algae-X

    Section 2 FUEL SYSTEM LAYOUT - ALGAE-X 1. Fuel Tank, 370 Gal. 2. Genset 3. Engine Feed Fuel Filters 4. RACOR Fuel Filter / Water Separator 5. Engine Algae-X Fuel Conditioner 6. Genset Fuel Feed to Algae-X Fuel Conditioner 7. Fuel Tank Vent Hose 8.

  • Page 36: Waste Layout

    Model Specific Information WASTE LAYOUT 1. Waste Tank, 48 Gal. 6. Port Head Waste Hose 2. Head Unit 7. Starboard Head Waste Hose 3. Macerator Pump 8. Tank to Waste Plate Hose 4. Thru-Hull Fitting 9. Macerator Hose 5. Waste Tank Vent Hose Purple = optional equipment 53-R004D.3...

  • Page 37: Freshwater Layout

    Section 2 FRESHWATER LAYOUT 53-R004D.2 2-26 45 Cantius...
  • Page 38 Model Specific Information FRESHWATER LAYOUT (Cont.) 1. Water Tank Fill Hose 13. Starboard Hot Water Hose to Mixing Valve, Red 2. Water Tank Vent Hose 14. Starboard Cold Water Hose to Mixing Valve, Blue 3. Port and Starboard Hot Water Hose, Red 15.

  • Page 39: Hardtop - Port And Starboard Drain Layout

    Section 2 HARDTOP - PORT AND STARBOARD DRAIN LAYOUT 1. Aft Hardtop Drain to Tee 2. Forward Hardtop Drain to Tee 3. Reducer Fitting, 1-1/2" to 1" 4. Hose Tee Fitting 5. Hose to Thru-Hull Fitting 53-R026B 2-28 45 Cantius...

  • Page 40: Dinette Tables

    Model Specific Information DINETTE TABLES GALLEY WINDOW When using the dinette tables, do not sit or lean on the table top and The aft galley window can be opened to allow easy access to the do not exceed 50 lbs (22.7 kg). galley service counter when entertaining.

  • Page 41: Transom Seat / Cockpit Sun Lounge

    Section 2 TRANSOM SEAT / COCKPIT SUN LOUNGE FOREDECK LOUNGE The transom seat in the cockpit can be electronically converted into a The foredeck lounge backrests can be placed in two positions for sun lounge using a rocker switch. Clear the sun lounge of all gear and comfort.

  • Page 42: Lifting And Storing Your Boat

    Slings must never contact or exert a force on shafts, any cradle or hull distortion. Contact your Cruisers Yachts Dealer to struts or hardware protruding from the hull. This type order a cradle.

  • Page 43: Sling Marker Location

    Section 2 SLING MARKER LOCATION SLING MARKER HERE C.G. SLING MARKER HERE 77" 161" SLING SLING (1.96 m) (4.09 m) 169-5/8" (4.31 m) 53-R015B 2-32 45 Cantius...

  • Page 44: Controls And Indicators

    Section 3 Controls and Indicators Dash Panel Layout............3-2 Helm Rocker Switch Panel ..........3-3 Auto Pilot Control Head (Optional) ........3-3 Plotter Color Display (Optional) ......... 3-2 Searchlight Control ............3-2 Drink Holder................ 3-4 Air Conditioning Vents ............3-2 Windlass Enable Breaker ...........

  • Page 45: Dash Panel Layout

    Section 3 DASH PANEL LAYOUT 6 - Throttle Controls The throttle control lever for the port engine is the port side lever and 1 - Plotter Color Display (Optional) the throttle control lever for the starboard engine is the starboard lever.

  • Page 46: Helm Wheel Tilt

    Controls and Indicators BATTERY LINK, ACC / STBD - This is an indicator light, indicating Sunroof - “Window Up, Window Down” - This switch operates the that the starboard and accessory batteries are linked together, hardtop; up opens it and down closes it. DO NOT continue to operate charging the accessory battery.

  • Page 47: Drink Holder

    Section 3 13 - Drink Holder 14 - Windlass Enable Breaker This switch provides power to the windlass system. The WINDLASS ENABLE switch must be powered before the ▲ (raise) or ▼ (lower) switch will operate. 15 - Bilge High Water Alarm The alarm will sound when the high water alarm float switch is activated.

  • Page 48: Dash Layout

    Controls and Indicators DASH LAYOUT 53-R012D 45 Cantius...
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  • Page 50: Basic Systems Operation

    Section 4 Basic Systems Operation Working Deck ..............4-2 Electrical System............4-8 Handling Dock and Mooring Lines ........4-3 DC Electrical System ............4-8 Power Train ..............4-4 DC Master Panel ..............4-9 DC Panel Circuit Breakers..........4-10 IPS Engines ............... 4-4 DC Panel Circuit Breaker Functions .........

  • Page 51: Working Deck

    Section 4 WORKING DECK WORKING DECK 53-R013B 45 Cantius...

  • Page 52: Handling Dock And Mooring Lines

    Basic Systems Operation Handling Dock and Mooring Lines Spring lines can help you control your yacht when leaving a dock. Make sure to use spring lines when yachting in waters where the Make sure to have enough fenders to protect your yacht from waves or tide movement is significant.

  • Page 53: Power Train

    Section 4 POWER TRAIN Cooling System IPS Engines CAUTION The cooling system starts at the cooling water Your yacht is powered by twin IPS inboard engines. All operation, seacock. The seacocks can be closed during storage, specification and maintenance information is contained in the engine or to prevent water from entering the yacht in the owner’s manual.

  • Page 54: Propellers

    IPS, leading to IPS and engine failure. Cruisers Yachts recommends that you consult with, and employ the skills of, your Cruisers Yachts Dealer when contemplating a propeller change. 45 Cantius...

  • Page 55: Fuel System

    DO NOT operate your yacht if you suspect a problem with the steering system. Have your Cruisers Yachts The fuel tank outlets to the engines have a manual valve for fuel Dealer inspect the steering system if you suspect a shutoff in the event of a line break.

  • Page 56: Trim Tabs

    Basic Systems Operation TRIM TABS The trim tab system is an electro-hydraulic system. Two rocker switches, marked port and starboard, control a hydraulic pump and solenoids. The pump sends hydraulic oil to hydraulic actuators (cylinders) which lower the trim tabs. To raise the trim tabs, the rocker switch is moved, which allows oil to flow from the actuator to the pump.

  • Page 57: Electrical System

    This will facilitate shocks. Any modifications to the system should electronics installation. In addition, the handrails are attached to the always be done by an authorized Cruisers Yachts bonding system. Dealer not only to protect your warranty, but to protect All batteries are isolated from each other by a battery isolator.

  • Page 58: Dc Master Panel

    Basic Systems Operation OPERATION OF DC SYSTEMS DC Master Panel Read through the table on the following page(s) to familiarize yourself The DC master panel consists of a voltmeter, ammeter, a battery test with the DC systems on your yacht. switch, a series of switch-type and resettable circuit breakers, a generator start switch and the DC main circuit breaker.

  • Page 59: Dc Panel Circuit Breakers

    Section 4 DC Panel Circuit Breakers 53-E012D 4-10 45 Cantius...

  • Page 60: Dc Panel Circuit Breaker Functions

    Basic Systems Operation DC Panel Circuit Breaker Functions DC Circuit Breaker Function DC MAIN Put the breaker in the ON position to connect power to the rest of the circuit breakers on the panel except the bilge pumps and the CO detectors. The automatic bilge pump circuit breakers are mounted on the AUTOMATIC BILGE PUMP C.B.
  • Page 61 Section 4 DC Circuit Breaker Function COCKPIT Put the breaker in the ON position to connect power to the cockpit refrigerator, if equipped. If not equipped with a cockpit REFRIGERATOR / refrigerator, this breaker is a spare for future use. SPARE COCKPIT Put the breaker in the ON position to connect power to the cockpit washdown, if equipped.
  • Page 62 Basic Systems Operation DC Circuit Breaker Function ADDITIONAL There are additional circuit breaker panels located in the yacht for localized functions. The panel locations and CIRCUIT BREAKER functions are shown. PANELS IPS ENGINE ROOM CIRCUIT BRKR PANEL ENG RM BLOWERS AUTO BILGE 24V ACCESSORY BLOWER...

  • Page 63: Us Stds 60 Hz (240V / 120V Ac)

    Section 4 US Stds 60 Hz (240V / 120V AC) 53-E014D 4-14 45 Cantius...

  • Page 64: Intl Stds 32 Amp (220V Ac)

    Basic Systems Operation Intl Stds 32 Amp (220V AC) 53-E013D 4-15 45 Cantius...

  • Page 65: Ac Electrical System

    Any modifications to the system should CAUTION always be done by an authorized Cruisers Yachts Dealer not only to protect your warranty, but to protect DO NOT reset a breaker which has been automatically you from hazardous shock as well.
  • Page 66 Basic Systems Operation The power transfer slide protector prevents accidental use of shore Disconnecting Shore Dockside Power: power and generator power at the same time. Slide protector Switch the yacht DOCKSIDE 240/120V AC circuit breaker OFF. positioning is discussed under OPERATION OF AC SYSTEMS. Switch the yacht dockside power circuit breaker OFF.

  • Page 67: Ac Panel Circuit Breaker Functions

    Section 4 AC Panel Circuit Breaker Functions When the AC panel is receiving power, the following circuit breakers can be switched ON. Refer to the UPPER SALON and LOWER SALON LIGHTING AND OUTLET LAYOUT in Section 2 for location details. 240 / 120 VAC 60 Hz AC Circuit Breaker Functions (US Standards) AC Circuit Breaker Function...
  • Page 68 Basic Systems Operation AC Circuit Breaker Function STBD / AFT OUTLETS Put the breaker in the ON position to connect power to the starboard aft 120V AC outlets. STBD / FWD OUTLETS Put the breaker in the ON position to connect power to the starboard forward 120V AC outlets. 240V AC LEG #3 AC / HEATER FWD Put the breaker in the ON position to connect power to the forward air conditioner/heater.
  • Page 69 Section 4 AC Circuit Breaker Function 220V AC LEG #2 BATTERY CHARGER #2 To operate the battery charger, place the circuit breaker in the ON position. The battery charger provides automatic battery charging. Move the breaker to the OFF position to turn the battery charger OFF. RANGE Put the breaker in the ON position to connect power to the galley range.
  • Page 70 Yachts and Cruisers Yachts obligation to repair or replace pursuant to this paragraph shall be at the discovering any defect and the selling dealer shall submit to Cruisers Yachts a service and parts request form sole discretion of Cruisers Yachts. This warranty does not include blisters or defects in the gelcoat that together with any documentation to support the claim.
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  • Page 72 Cruisers Yachts, Division of KCS International Inc. 804 Pecor Street • Oconto, WI 54153 • Phone 920-834-2211 Service E-Mail: service@cruisersyachts.com Parts E-Mail: parts@cruisersyachts.com Owner’s Desk: 866-734-2770 www.cruisersyachts.com 45 Cantius 2013 Printed in U.S.A.

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