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  • Page 1 O w n e r ’s m a n u a l...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    REDUCED POWER OPTION ENGINE SPECIFICATIONS O P E R AT I N G T H E A B J E T T E N D E R ABJET CERTIFICATION PANEL CONTROL DISPLAYS G E N E R A L GENERAL MONITORING SYSTEM...
  • Page 3 CO N T E N T S M A I N T E N A N C E & WA R N I N G L A B E L S I N S P E C T I O N S E L E C T R I C A L D I AG R A M S G E N E R A L B OAT M A I N T E N A N C E WA R R A N T Y...

  • Page 4: Prologue

    P R O LO G U E The ABJET is a re ection of pure boating passion. It marries The sophisticated and sporty ABJET is the most thoroughly its stunning performance with the luxurious style, comfort, modern RIB on the market. To ensure we meet the discerning...

  • Page 5: Marine Safety

    M A R I N E S A F E T Y This Manual is not intended to provide complete training on We recommend to include the following items: all aspects of boat operation. We strongly recommend that Anchor & anchor line Mooring lines all operators of this boat look for additional information on Bailer...

  • Page 6: K N O W I N G Yo U R A B J E T T E N D E R

    K N O W I N G YO U R A B J E T T E N D E R GENERAL ARRANGEMENT Note: The following picture is illustrative and may vary according to the ABJET model selected. Fiberglass bow step with SS foldable Battery switch...

  • Page 7: Console And Instrument Panel

    K N O W I N G YO U R A B J E T T E N D E R CONSOLE AND INSTRUMENT PANEL Note: The following picture is illustrative and may vary according to the ABJET model chosen. Control panel Cup holders...

  • Page 8: Engine Compartment Arrangement

    K N O W I N G YO U R A B J E T T E N D E R ENGINE COMPARTMENT ARRANGEMENT Coolant tank Engine oil dipstick Engine oil ller point Engine catalytic converter Towing valve Engine fuse box Main ECU Power Supply Circuit Breaker Battery charger Engine fuel ller...

  • Page 9: Jet Boats Safety

    WA R N I N G accumulation and CO poisoning. •If at any time, gasoline leaks/odors are found, do not start An ABJET may have a di erent performance from other boats the engine. you may have ridden in the past. Take time to familiarize yourself with your new boat.

  • Page 10: Engine Specifications

    K N O W I N G YO U R A B J E T T E N D E R ENGINE SPECIFICATIONS Engine Speci cations N OT I C E Never experiment with other fuels. The use of inadequate fuel can result in boat performance deterioration and damage to critical parts in the fuel system and engine components.

  • Page 11: Abjet Certification

    AB In atables as NMMA Member bays, estuaries, lakes and rivers, where conditions up to and Means ABJET have met all requirements to which this boat including wind force 6 (Beaufort Scale) and signi cant wave in NMMA certi ed.
  • Page 12 The Hull is located on the inner side of the buoyancy chamber and the The bottom of the ABJET is made out of berglass, providing other is screwed to the afore- mentioned piece from the you with unsurpassable seaworthiness. These boats are outside of the buoyancy chamber.
  • Page 13 The Hand Pump also called Cylindrical Pump: To in ate the ABJET boat, plug the valve connector to the N OT I C E valve. Put it in an upright position and step onto the tongues The pressure of the boat uctuates with change in temperatu- located at the bottom of the pump.

  • Page 14: Seating Arrangement

    If they are too tight or too loose they may leak. If upon tightening or loosening the connection, Note: If you leave the ABJET on davits or store it out of the leak persists, replace the hose. If hose presents surface the water, remove the hull drain plug on the transom so cracking or if it is dry or mushy, replace immediately.

  • Page 15: General System Arrangement

    Electrical System Operation their feet hanging over the gunwale. The ABJET is eqquiped with a 12-volt direct current electrical system. The positive (+) red large gauge cable is connected •Leaking fuel is a re and explosion hazard. Inspect fuel system regularly.

  • Page 16: Standard Equipment

    The owner/user should remem- breaker will act and it will open the circuit to avoid damage to ber that ABJET has a self-bailing deck and rubber sealed the wires. engine compartment. The bilge pump has a dual operation start system, both: automatic and manual.
  • Page 17 LED Navigation and Anchor Lights comes with three (3) or four (4) storage clips (depending on The standard equipment on all ABJET includes the naviga- the model) located in the engine compartment, where the tion (red/green) light and the anchor (white) light which pole lights can be kept while not in use.
  • Page 18 See the battery charger operation manual included in The battery charger is an auxiliary load saver device for the the Owner’s package. battery, available in some ABJET models. Use the battery charger to maintain the battery loaded. Automatic Fire Extinguisher Device...
  • Page 19 270° turning arc lock to lock, uses a steering cable with stainless steel inner core and output ends. Height Adjustable Wheel (Tilt) (Some models) Depending on the model, ABJET could include a sport tilt mechanism to achieve better comfort when handling the boat both, standing or seating.
  • Page 20 G E N E R A L D E S C R I P T I O N STANDARD EQUIPMENT Additional Circuits Ignition Wire Purple The additional circuits (ACC Switches) for accessories are Fuel Level Sender Pink rated with an over current protection of 5 amps. Please consider this information when you select additional devices Instruments Lights Blue...
  • Page 21 Furthermore, the pressure will drop when the boat is launched. It is therefore advisable to reinstate The ABJET in atable boat can be used in many ways and can the correct pressure with the hand pump after the boat has give you endless satisfaction.

  • Page 22: Before Starting

    U S E & P E R F O R M A N C E O F YO U R A B J E T T E N D E R BEFORE STARTING / CHECK BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE Before starting extinguisher, anchor, signaling devices, tool kit, mooring lines, rst aid kit and owner’s manual).

  • Page 23: Starting The Boat

    • Do not use the boat in adverse weather or waterway tion. Please check there is no fault condition (See the conditions beyond the skill or experience of the operator or Operating the ABJET Tender Section). beyond the capability of the boat and comfort of passengers. For Emergency cases •...
  • Page 24 U S E & P E R F O R M A N C E O F YO U R A B J E T T E N D E R SAFE OPERATION AND MANEUVERABILITY • Make sure that passengers and gear do not obstruct the •...

  • Page 25: Reduced Power Option

    U S E & P E R F O R M A N C E O F YO U R A B J E T T E N D E R REDUCED POWER OPTION Reduced power option Some ABJET models have a reduced power mode available to limit the power of the engine. This feature is particularly useful to control the maximum power when less-experienced users ride the boat or, if a need of power limitation is required because of external conditions.

  • Page 26: Operating The Abjet Tender

    U S E & P E R F O R M A N C E O F YO U R A B J E T T E N D E R OPERATING THE ABJET TENDER Operating the ABJET tender Speedometer...

  • Page 27: Panel Control Displays

    U S E & P E R F O R M A N C E O F YO U R A B J E T T E N D E R PANEL CONTROL DISPLAYS Panel control displays TYPICAL The control panel allows the operator to view several PILOT LAMPS (ON) MESSAGE DISPLAY DESCRIPTION...
  • Page 28 U S E & P E R F O R M A N C E O F YO U R A B J E T T E N D E R PANEL CONTROL DISPLAYS WA R N I N G Numerical Display The numerical display is used to provide a variety of Never use the depth sounder as a warning device to...

  • Page 29: General Monitoring System

    If the boat operates under this scenario, the engine will be be started. In other cases, the engine will operate in limp home mode (reduced speed). When a fault occurs, see an authorized ABJET Service Center as soon as possible for inspection. N OT I C E If the monitoring beeper continuously sounds, stop the engine as soon as possible.

  • Page 30: After Use

    U S E & P E R F O R M A N C E O F YO U R A B J E T T E N D E R AFTER USE After use WA R N I N G When operating the engine while the boat is out of water, the Remove the boat from the water every day to prevent heat exchanger in the ride plate may become very hot.

  • Page 31: Towing Your Inflatable

    N OT I C E Ensure water ows out of jet pump while ushing. Otherwi- You should only tow your tender for short distances at a se, refer to an authorized ABJET Service Center for servicing. recommended speed. N OT I C E There are a few di erent ways to tow your in atable boat.
  • Page 32 • Keep the towing boat and the in atable tender on the crest or in the se, refer to an authorized ABJET Service Center for servicing. trough of the waves at the same time. In protected, calm waters, shorten the line for better handling.

  • Page 33: Transporting By Road

    U S E & P E R F O R M A N C E O F YO U R A B J E T T E N D E R TOWING YOUR INFLATABLE / TRANSPORTING BY ROAD Transporting by road Davit Lifting The ABJETs have three (3) or four (4) davit lifting rings To transport the ABJETs, there are several types of trailers...
  • Page 34 Keeping an these will damage the gelcoat surface and tube tissue. Under ABJET clean and in top shape could not be easier, to do so, extreme conditions, special cleaners may be used to remove marine please follow these steps after each use and more often growth such as scum or algae, from the hull.

  • Page 35: Repair Of The Hull

    M A I N T E N A N C E & I N S P E C T I O N S GENERAL BOAT MAINTENANCE WA R N I N G worsening because the gel coat still provides a seal against water entering the laminate.
  • Page 36 M A I N T E N A N C E & I N S P E C T I O N S GENERAL BOAT MAINTENANCE 0.003 bar (0.045 psi) per one degree Celsius (34 oF). It is 10. The valves are a nut and bolt system. With the tube impractical to look for leaks which do not lower the pressure de ated, hold the back of the valve through the fabric and beyond 0.003 bar (0.045 psi) per hour.
  • Page 37 M A I N T E N A N C E & I N S P E C T I O N S GENERAL BOAT MAINTENANCE Repairing a perforation or rupture 1. Clean the surface to be repaired. It must be free of dust or Repairs should be carried out on de ated or partially de ated any kind of grease.

  • Page 38: S Ys T E M & E Q U I Pm E N T

    M A I N T E N A N C E & I N S P E C T I O N S GENERAL BOAT MAINTENANCE / SYSTEM & EQUIPMENT MAINTENANCE System & equipment maintenance 9. Apply with a brush to BOTH surfaces, one coat of glue, as thin as possible and making sure its spread evenly.

  • Page 39: Engine Maintenance

    M A I N T E N A N C E & I N S P E C T I O N S SYSTEM & EQUIPMENT MAINTENANCE / ENGINE MAINTENANCE cracks, dents, distortion, or corrosion. If damage is found, brushing, or washing away (with a water alcohol mixture) as replace generator.

  • Page 40: Engine Break-In Inspection

    WA R N I N G IN ORDER TO KEEP A GOOD PERFORMANCE AND EXTEND ITS Failure to properly maintain the boat according to the maintenance LIFETIME. In case of questions consult your preferred ABJET schedule can make it unsafe to operate. dealer.
  • Page 41 F R E Q U E N T LY A S K E D Q U E S T I O N S Electrical troubleshooting chart boat will not be used for long time. This will prevent a battery load loss if an electrical device is left on accidentally. 1.

  • Page 42: Troubleshooting Chart

    F R E Q U E N T LY A S K E D Q U E S T I O N S TROUBLESHOOTING CHART Troubleshooting chart ALWAYS refer to the BRP Operators Manual included in the Note: Please contact your authorized ABJET dealer if more Owner’s package for further information. information is needed. Boat troubleshooting Chart...

  • Page 43: Wa R N I N G L A B E L

    WA R N I N G L A B E L S For the replacement of warning labels please contact your preferred AB dealer to purchase them or proceed by following the next instructions: COLOR - SIGNAL WORD PANEL The color per type must be: DANGER - black or white letters on a red background.

  • Page 44: E L E C T R I C A L D I Ag R A M

    E L E C T R I C A L D I AG R A M S Please refer to these electrical diagrams when you want to make modi cations, repairs or maintenance to the electrical power system of the boat. Wiring diagram...

  • Page 45: Wa R R A N T

    ABJET, improper maintenance or lack of maintenance, improper storage, other liability in connection with the sale of its ABJET, the Federal Safety Act of 1971 Polyethylene (CSM) coated fabric of the tubes is warranted for a period of ten (10) years hurricane conditions or other extreme forces of nature, military or paramiltary provides for defect noti cation to the rst purchaser.
  • Page 46 Email: info@abin atables.com Website: http://www.abin atables.com/ Phone: +57 (5) 379.5132 - Fax: +57 (5) 379.5667 Boating International Sucursal Colombia S.A Calle 1E No. 2 - 15 Bodega 9 Zona Franca Barranquilla...

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