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- Page 1 KINGFISHER O W N E R ’ S M A N U A L KingFisher Boats 8160 Highland Road, Vernon, BC V1B 3W6 Telephone: (250) 545-9171 Toll Free: 1 (888) 545-9181 Fax: (250) 545-4433 Email: mail@kingfisherboats.com Web Site: www.kingfisherboats.com w w w . k i n g f i s h e r b o a t s . c o m...
- Page 2 Almost 50 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 3: Table Of Contents
KINGFISHER O W N E R ’ S M A N U A L TABLE OF CONTENTS Section 1 – Introduction______________________________ Important Identification Number Records______ Section 2 – Safety Information Pre-Trip Checklist Warning Labels Carbon Monoxide Section 3 – Operator and Passenger Safety Section 4 –... -
Page 4: Section 1 - Introduction
If you have any questions about your boat consult your Kingfisher Dealer. If you have any questions about your regional and federal boating regulations, contact the local United States Coast Guard, Transport Canada Office of Boating Safety, or Canadian Coast Guard, Fisheries and Oceans Office. -
Page 5: Section 2 - Safety Information
KINGFISHER O W N E R ’ S M A N U A L SECTION 2 - SAFETY INFORMATION Pre-trip Safety Checklist 1. Ensure that you are familiar with all applicable boating regulations. These can be obtained from Transport Canada Office of Boating Safety or your local United States Coast Guard office. -
Page 6: Warning Labels
KINGFISHER O W N E R ’ S M A N U A L IMPORTANT LABELS AND WARNINGS` General Information Your boat is supplied with a number of identification and warning labels. These labels are intended to inform and protect the boat operator and passengers. Should any of these labels be damaged or lost they should be replaced immediately. - Page 7 KINGFISHER O W N E R ’ S M A N U A L Decal 1 Decal 2 Decal 3 Decal 4 w w w . k i n g f i s h e r b o a t s . c o m...
- Page 8 KINGFISHER O W N E R ’ S M A N U A L Decal 5 Decal 6 Decal 7 Decal 8 Decal 9 w w w . k i n g f i s h e r b o a t s . c o m...
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Page 9: Carbon Monoxide
USSG or Transport Canada Conformity Label (Decal 11). If you find that your 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 1. - Page 10 KINGFISHER O W N E R ’ S M A N U A L Symptoms of CO Poisoning include, but are not limited to, the following: 1. Watering and itchy eyes 2. Flushed appearance 3. Inattentiveness and the inability to think clearly 4.
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Page 11: Section 3 - Operator And Passenger Safety
Consult the owner’s manuals supplied with the boat’s installed equipment (such as the engine, etc) for correct maintenance and operating procedures. Your Kingfisher requires a modest amount of maintenance in order to provide many years of enjoyment. See Section 5 for detailed maintenance requirements and instructions. - Page 12 KINGFISHER O W N E R ’ S M A N U A L 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 13: Section 4 - Boat Characteristics And Operation
KINGFISHER O W N E R ’ S M A N U A L SECTION 4 - BOAT CHARACTERISTICS AND OPERATION Your boat will always turn more aggressively the faster that you are going. Always be aware of your surroundings and give yourself lots of room to manoeuvre safely. - Page 14 “Neutral” position. Always shift your controls to “Neutral” before starting the motor. 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 may also be equipped with a safety lanyard.
- Page 15 KINGFISHER O W N E R ’ S M A N U A L 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 16 KINGFISHER O W N E R ’ S M A N U A L Beaching When beaching the boat, it is critical that the motor be turned off and the motor or leg tilted up so that the propeller does not strike sand or rocks on the beach. When approaching the shore for beaching, slow the boat down so that a sudden stop will not cause jarring to the passengers or damage to the boat.
- Page 17 CAUTION Improper trailering may cause irreparable damage to your boat. If you are unsure about how to properly secure your boat, please contact your authorized Kingfisher dealer. Handling of the boat on and off the trailer as well as towing a trailer should never be attempted on a trial and error basis.
- Page 18 KINGFISHER O W N E R ’ S M A N U A L Launching When you arrive at the boat ramp remove the rear tie-downs from your boat and perform all pre-operation checks. Ensure the drain plug is in place. When safe to do so, back your trailer slowly down the ramp until the underside of the boat is touching the water.
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Page 19: Section 5 - Maintenance And Care
M A N U A L SECTION 5 - MAINTENANCE AND CARE General Kingfisher uses marine grade aluminum in the construction of its boats. Special care must still be taken to minimize electrolytic action (galvanic corrosion) in any water environment. Avoid dissimilar metals coming in contact with aluminum surfaces (e.g. -
Page 20: Adjustments And Maintenance
KINGFISHER O W N E R ’ S M A N U A L Floor Coverings: Treat vinyl covered floors the same way you would household vinyl. Periodic vacuuming of marine carpeting is recommended. Seats & Windows: Clean vinyl seats only with a cleaner specifically made for vinyl. For windows, any commercial window cleaner will work satisfactorily. -
Page 21: Storage And Winterizing
Sacrificial Anodes: Your Kingfisher hull is fitted with two sacrificial anodes welded to the stern of the boat. By welding on the anodes, Kingfisher ensures that the best possibility contact with the hull has been achieved. The boat’s motor(s) will also be fitted with sacrificial anodes. Careful inspection and replacement of worn anodes are essential to keep the hull in the best condition possible. - Page 22 KINGFISHER O W N E R ’ S M A N U A L Fuel System: Top off the fuel tank with fresh fuel to approximately 7/8 full, adding a fuel conditioner and stabilizer. Consult your Kingfisher dealer for fuel conditioner and stabilizer purchase information).
- Page 23 Trailer: We recommend that your trailer be winterized by an authorized Kingfisher dealer or by a qualified technician. The trailer frame should be washed and internally flushed if used in salt water.
- Page 24 KINGFISHER O W N E R ’ S M A N U A L Miscellaneous Items Checklist: o Through hull fittings – Check to ensure water passage is unobstructed and hoses and fittings are serviceable. o Navigation lights – Check for proper operation.
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Page 25: Section 6 - Troubleshooting
M A N U A L SECTION 6 – TROUBLESHOOTING The following trouble shooting information is a basic general guideline to possible issues. Check engine operator’s Always consult your authorized Kingfisher dealer if issues persist. manual for detailed engine trouble-shooting information Troubleshooting chart Symptom... - Page 26 Check for clean battery terminals o Check battery for sufficient charge Consult an authorised Kingfisher dealer if the problem persists. w w w . k i n g f i s h e r b o a t s . c o m...
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Page 27: Section 7 - Systems And Options
KINGFISHER O W N E R ’ S M A N U A L SECTION 7 – SYSTEMS AND OPTIONS Thru - Hulls 25’ / 27’ Thru-Hull layout 1. Baitwell drain 2. Bilge pump discharge 3. Bilge pump 2 discharge (25’ / 27’ only) 4. - Page 28 KINGFISHER O W N E R ’ S M A N U A L 28’ / 30’ Thru-Hull layout 1. Baitwell drain 2. Fish box macerator discharge 3. Main bilge pump discharge 4. Secondary bilge pump discharge 5. Livewell drain 6.
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Page 29: Fuel System And Engine Fluids
WARNING SEVERE INJURY OR DEATH MAY RESULT IF YOU IGNORE ANY OF THE FOLLOWING. Before operating your boat, become familiar with all controls. Consult your authorized Kingfisher dealer about any controls or functions that you do not understand. Bilge Drain The bilge drain is located at the lowest part of the bilge at the stern of the boat. - Page 30 GASOLINE AND ITS VAPOURS ARE HIGHLY FLAMMABLE AND EXPLOSIVE. serious injury or death from fire or explosion, have fuel system inspected by an authorized Kingfisher dealer, at least once per year. The fuel that comes from commercial fuel stations is stored in a cool underground tank.
- Page 31 If a leak is found or strong gasoline odor is detected, DO NOT START THE ENGINE. Consult an authorized Kingfisher dealer. In the case of an inboard engine, the engine box will need to be removed to perform this inspection.
- Page 32 KINGFISHER O W N E R ’ S M A N U A L Re-fueling the Boat: 1. Do not smoke when refueling. Keep away from all other ignition sources. 2. Stop engine and turn off ignition. 3. Refuel in a well-ventilated area. If the boat is in the water, be sure it is securely moored prior to refueling.
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Page 33: Electrical System
Each wire contained within the main harness is clearly labelled every 10 to 12 inches, with its intended option usage. If a boat has not been factory installed with a specific Kingfisher option, the wiring harness may still have been spliced and plugged to provide a connecter to accommodate the installation of that option after the boat has left the factory. - Page 34 KINGFISHER O W N E R ’ S M A N U A L The following diagrams shows general wiring harness routings and plug locations for standard and optional features: 1. fuse panel at ground block 2. cuddy light connection 3.
- Page 35 Turn on the component or appliance IMPORTANT: If a fuse burns out continually, consult your authorized Kingfisher dealer. NOTE: As part of the pre-trip safety check list, it is a good idea to make sure that there is a selection of spare fuses on board that can be used in case of emergency.
- Page 36 Once the above has been checked, if the lights or horn are not functioning correctly consult an authorized Kingfisher dealer. NOTE: If the boat is going to be operated at night or in poor visibility, the navigation light and the anchor light must be turned on. If the boat is being anchored at night or in poor visibility, the anchor light must be turned on.
- Page 37 These lights are located adjacent to the panel’s breakers. If reverse polarity is indicated immediately disconnect the shore power cord, and consult an authorized Kingfisher dealer. A green light on the shore power breaker panel will be illuminated when the system is operational.
- Page 38 NOTE : If an appliance or component trips its breaker continually, do not use the appliance or component and refer to an authorized Kingfisher dealer. The shore power system is installed with two 110v power receptacles. The first is located next to the breaker panel with the second located below the rear port side counter top.
- Page 39 12v power. Batteries: Battery location: 25’ / 27’ Models The batteries are located in a 25’ or 27’ Kingfisher, inside the motor pod and are accessed through the bilge doors or by unscrewing the rear platform checker plate covers.
- Page 40 Please check with your authorized Kingfisher dealer as to how the boats engine(s) have been hooked up to the battery system. w w w . k i n g f i s h e r b o a t s . c o m...
- Page 41 M A N U A L Three Bank Battery Management System (Optional): An optional three bank battery system is available on all Kingfisher models. With the three bank system, the house battery is isolated but receives a charge from the engine(s)
- Page 42 KINGFISHER O W N E R ’ S M A N U A L Battery Chargers: The optional charger is located behind rear starboard side inspection panel and is set up to charge all batteries when the shore power is plugged in.
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Page 43: Water And Plumbing
In a 28’ or 30’ Kingfisher there is a third bilge pump located under the rear step in the main cabin of the boat. This third pump can be accessed by lifting up the hinged cabin step. - Page 44 KINGFISHER O W N E R ’ S M A N U A L Bilge Pump Operation: CAUTION Do not operate the pump dry for longer that a few seconds as this may seriously damage the pump. The main bilge pump(s) is controlled by means of a switch located on the dash and secondly, by an integral float switch that will be tripped by rising water levels.
- Page 45 After confirming the above, if the pump is still not working, DO NOT OPERATE THE BOAT, consult a Kingfisher dealer. Cleaning a Bilge Pump IMPORTANT: Before each time that the boat is operated, the bilge pumps should be cleaned out thoroughly, tested and checked for any signs of wear or damage.
- Page 46 KINGFISHER O W N E R ’ S M A N U A L Pick Up Strainer Basket Clean out strainer basket and the pick up of all debris Replace the bilge pump if the pump is showing any signs of wear or damage.
- Page 47 Cold fresh water system Hot and cold fresh water system WARNING Each Kingfisher is delivered fully winterized. All water system components are treated with RV anti-freeze. These components MUST be flushed out with fresh water thoroughly before use. Cold Fresh Water System: The cold fresh water system consists of a fresh water holding tank and a demand pump that is operated by the turning on of the sink tap.
- Page 48 KINGFISHER O W N E R ’ S M A N U A L Hot / Cold Water System with Heater / Defroster & Shower: The hot water system is heated by an Espar Hydronic diesel heater, which is located behind an aluminum plate in the port side rear deck tray.
- Page 49 KINGFISHER O W N E R ’ S M A N U A L Espar Thermostat The Espar thermostat is located on the upper port side trim board above the dinette table. The diesel fuel tank for the Espar systems is located below the rear port side countertop in a 25’...
- Page 50 KINGFISHER O W N E R ’ S M A N U A L Shower System: The showerhead is located behind the flip down door at the rear of the shower stall. The water pick-up and ball valve for the toilet is clearly labelled and located behind the fuel tank, below the bilge doors.
- Page 51 KINGFISHER O W N E R ’ S M A N U A L Shower sump box. Remove filter screen. Remove the sump inlet filter screen Clean the screen of debris and foreign objects Replace the screen.
- Page 52 Once the above has been checked, if the shower pump is still not working, consult a Kingfisher dealer Hot water tank The hot water tank is located behind the helm seat box in the 28’ / 30’ models and below the rear starboard side countertop in the 25’...
- Page 53 KINGFISHER O W N E R ’ S M A N U A L Head (Toilet): The water supply for the head is drawn via a ball valve fitting directly from the outside water. To operate the head, Before use, make sure that there is enough water in the toilet bowl to prevent the toilet paper becoming compacted at the bottom of the bowl.
- Page 54 KINGFISHER O W N E R ’ S M A N U A L Grey water Holding Tank: The head waste will flush directly into the grey water holding tank. On a 25’ / 27’ boat the holding tank is located beneath the rear deck plate on the starboard side. On a 28’ / 30’...
- Page 55 KINGFISHER O W N E R ’ S M A N U A L “Y” Valve Operation and Holding Tank Contents Disposal: 28’ / 30’ Y Valve Location The “Y” Valve has functions. direct holding tank contents overboard by way of a thru-...
- Page 56 Fish Box Diaphragm Pumps: The fish lockers are located in the rear deck of the boat. On the 28’ / 30’ Kingfisher models, there are two fish lockers, in the 25’ / 27’ there is a single locker.
- Page 57 Kingfisher models. Interior Upholstery Options: In the 28’ and 30’, Kingfisher models the port side interior seats can be extended to allow for more seating room. This is done by firmly pulling on the seat’s nylon loops towards the center of the boat. This will extend the seating by approximately 12”. If the seats are hard to pull out into their extended position, ...
- Page 58 KINGFISHER O W N E R ’ S M A N U A L Forward back rest Back rest removed. Table Wooden berth support Table in full berth position. For 25’ and 27’ models Instead of removing the forward backrest, simply tip the backrest all the way forward so that it lies flat with the forward seat.
- Page 59 Once the above has been checked, if the live well pump is still not working, close the ball valve and consult a Kingfisher dealer. w w w . k i n g f i s h e r b o a t s . c o m...
- Page 60 Once the above has been checked, if the wash down pump is still not working, close the ball valve and consult an authorized Kingfisher dealer. w w w . k i n g f i s h e r b o a t s . c o m...
- Page 61 KINGFISHER O W N E R ’ S M A N U A L Carbon Monoxide Detector NOTE: THE USE OF A CARBON MONOXIDE DETECTER IS STRONGLY RECOMMENDED IN ANY CABIN OR ENCLOSED AREA. The optional carbon monoxide (CO) detector is located to the starboard side of the helm seat, just below the gunnel pad.
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Page 62: Optional Systems And Features
KINGFISHER O W N E R ’ S M A N U A L SECTION 9 – NAUTICAL TERMS Windlass System The windlass anchoring system can be operated form a main switch mounted on the dash or from the two foot switches located on the bow of the boat adjacent to the winch. - Page 63 KINGFISHER O W N E R ’ S M A N U A L Wallace diesel stove / Cabin heater The diesel fuel tank for the Wallace stove is located on 28’ and 30’ models, behind a carpeted access hatch located to the outside of the helm seat box. On the 25’ and 27’...
- Page 64 Once that all the above has been checked, if the blower is still not operating, consult your authorized Kingfisher dealer w w w . k i n g f i s h e r b o a t s . c o m...
- Page 65 The bilge alarm monitors the level of bilge water under the rear deck area or the boat. NOTE. In the 28’ and 30’ Kingfisher models, there is a watertight bulkhead between the cabin area and the stern area of the boat. The bilge alarm in these models will not monitor bilge water levels below the cabin floor only bilge water levels in the stern, below the deck area.
- Page 66 KINGFISHER O W N E R ’ S M A N U A L Open the bilge doors. Turn all water pick up ball valves to the closed positions. Confirm that the main bilge pump is working by checking if bilge water is being expelled through the main bilge pump discharge through hull, which is located at the rear starboard side of the boat.
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Page 67: Section 8 - Nautical Terms
KINGFISHER O W N E R ’ S M A N U A L SECTION 8 – NAUTICAL TERMS Abeam Object 90 degrees to centreline on either side of the boat Abaft A point on a boat that is aft of another... -
Page 68: Maintenance Log
KINGFISHER O W N E R ’ S M A N U A L MAINTENANCE LOG Kingfisher Model: Serial # (HIN): Make of Motor: Trailer: Date Maintenance Description Engine Hours w w w . k i n g f i s h e r b o a t s . c o m... - Page 69 KINGFISHER O W N E R ’ S M A N U A L MAINTENANCE LOG KINGFISHER Model: Serial #: Make of Motor: Trailer: Date Maintenance Description Engine Hours w w w . k i n g f i s h e r b o a t s . c o m...
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