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Welcome to the Lund family! On behalf of everyone at Lund Boat Company, thank
you for purchasing the best boat on the water, designed by fishermen for fishermen.
We are confident your new Lund will deliver the ultimate fishing experience you
expect for many years to come. Our passion for fishing is designed into each Lund
boat we build. It is this dedication to our sport that makes Lund the choice of
serious anglers all across North America. With your purchase, you have joined this
band of knowledgeable, accomplished anglers. Your new Lund boat is a wise
investment that will allow you to enjoy more days on the water, and is your number
one tool to better fishing. And, with proper care and maintenance, it will return to
you the highest resale value in the boating industry.
We hope this manual will aid you in your enjoyment of our product and give you
some guidance in the care, maintenance and operation of your Lund boat. This
manual cannot cover every aspect of boat ownership and operation, nor is it
intended to. For additional information, please consult your Lund dealer. Local
boating organizations can also provide valuable information or direction as to where
to find additional information. If, for any reason, your dealer is unable to answer
your questions regarding your new Lund boat, please contact us for assistance.
We encourage you to practice safe boating at all times, and respect the environment
and our resources so that all of us and our children may enjoy them for years to
come.
Thank you again for choosing the best, a Lund boat, and Good Fishing!
Lund Boat Company, P.O. Box 248, New York Mills, MN 56567, (218) 385-2235
Lund Boats Canada, Box 2080, 92 PTH 52 West, Steinbach, Mb, R0A 2A0
www.lundboats.com
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May 21, 2025

To ensure battery safety on the Lund 1650 Explorer:

1. Install the battery with a boot on the positive terminal.
2. Secure the battery using the factory-installed retainer hold-down system.
3. Limit battery movement to a maximum of 1 inch in any direction (sides and up).

These steps help meet safety requirements and prevent battery shifting during use.

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  • Page 1 Our passion for fishing is designed into each Lund boat we build. It is this dedication to our sport that makes Lund the choice of serious anglers all across North America. With your purchase, you have joined this band of knowledgeable, accomplished anglers.

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS General InformatIon ............1.1 About This Manual ....................1.1 You and Your New Boat ...................1.1 Certification ......................1.2 Service ........................1.3 Responsibilities ......................1.3 Additional Information .....................1.4 Boating Laws and Regulations .................1.5 Hazard Communication Labels ................1.6 How to Read Your Hull I.D. Plate ................1.9 Boat and Trailer Data Sheet ..................1.9 Safety ....................2.1 Safe Boating Checklist .....................2.1...
  • Page 3 traIlerInG ..................4.1 Gross Vehicle Weight Rating ..................4.1 Weight Distribution ....................4.1 Hitch ..........................4.2 Safety Chains or Cables ....................4.2 Brakes ........................4.3 Turning While Towing a Trailer ................4.3 Backing A Trailer ......................4.4 Launching Guidelines ....................4.4 Loading Your Boat On The Trailer ................4.5 Trailer Maintenance ....................4.6 Wheel Bearings ......................4.7 electrIcal SyStem ..............5.1 12-Volt DC Boat System...................5.1...
  • Page 4 GettInG underway ..............8.1 Skipper’s Checklist ....................8.1 Fueling ........................8.2 Loading Passengers and Gear ...................8.4 Starting Procedures ....................8.5 Maneuvering ......................8.7 High Performance Boats ...................8.8 Acceleration ......................8.9 Power Trim Operation ....................8.10 Steering Force ......................8.11 Anchoring .......................8.12 Returning To Shore ....................8.13 Navigation Lights ....................8.15 Hazardous Conditions .....................8.16 Reacting To Emergencies ..................8.18 carInG for your Boat ............9.1...

  • Page 5: General Information

    GENERAL INFORMATION ABOUT THIS MANUAL More and more people are joining the ranks of boat owners who find enjoyment in the leisure activity of boating and fishing. For this reason, this manual is written for the first-time boat owner or operator. Even if you are an experienced boater, you will still find valuable information regarding the safe operation and maintenance of your boat, motor and trailer.

  • Page 6: Certification

    Federal Boat Safety Act of 1971. The Act is promulgated by the United States Coast Guard who has authority to enforce these laws on boat manufacturers that sell products in the United States. Lund ensures that all of its products comply with these laws.

  • Page 7: Service

    30 days. It is your responsibility to deliver the boat to the dealer for repair. Information about service, replacement parts, or additional equipment is available from your dealer or Lund Boats. You can get in touch with us directly at: Lund Boat Company P.O. Box 248...

  • Page 8: Additional Information

    • Registering the boat with the appropriate jurisdiction. • Safety training of passengers and crew. • Ensuring the boat’s continued safe operation through proper maintenance and repair. • Obtaining adequate insurance coverage. • Following safe operating practices at all times. •...

  • Page 9: Boating Laws And Regulations

    Such organizations as the U.S. Power Squadron, United States Coast Guard Auxiliary, and the American Red Cross sponsor educational programs. Chapter 3 has general information about such courses. See your Lund Boats dealer about special courses available in your area.

  • Page 10: Hazard Communication Labels

    Insurance In most states, the boat owner is legally responsible for damages or injuries he or she causes, even if someone else is operating the boat at the time of the accident. Common sense dictates that you carry adequate personal liability and property damage insurance, just as you would on an automobile.
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  • Page 12 WARNING CARBON MONOXIDE CAN ACCUMULATE IN THIS AREA. TO AVOID CO POISONING, DO NOT OCCUPY THIS AREA WHEN ENGINE(S) IS RUNNING. https://www.boat-manuals.com/...

  • Page 13: How To Read Your Hull I.d. Plate

    HOW TO READ YOUR HULL I.D. PLATE Your I.D. plate is located on the outboard side of the starboard transom, above the waterline. The hull I.D. (serial number) should be included in any inquiries or when ordering parts. The U.S.C.G. requires that your H.I.D. be permanently affixed on the starboard transom of the boat.
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  • Page 15: Safety

    SAFETy SAFE BOATING CHECKLIST Boating safety and the safety of your passengers is YOUR responsibility. Observe the instructions on all safety labels. They are there to assure that you have a safe and enjoyable outing. Never operate a boat while under the influence of drugs or alcohol. It is a Federal offense.

  • Page 16: Hazard Statements

    Always operate your boat with consideration, courtesy, and common sense. yOU are responsible for your own safety, as well as the safety of your passengers and your fellow boaters. You should fully understand and become familiar with the operating procedures and safety precautions in this manual and the other informa- tion in the Owner’s Packet before you launch the boat.

  • Page 17: Advisory Statements

    injury, severe injury, death). The warnings in this manual do not and cannot address every conceivable situation. Always use common sense! If a procedure, method, tool, or part is not specifically recommended, you must satisfy yourself that it is safe for you and others and that your boat will not be damaged or made unsafe as a result of your decision.
  • Page 18 PFD TyPes Five types of PFDs have been approved by the U.S. Coast Guard. PFD Type I, Wearable (Figure 2-1) has the greatest required buoyancy. Its design allows for turning most unconscious persons in the water from face down position to a vertical or slightly backward, face-up position.
  • Page 19 PFD Type IV, Throwable (Figure 2-4) is required in addition to the PFDs previously dis- cussed. The most common Type IV PFD is a buoyant cushion or ring buoy. It is designed to be thrown to a person in the water, grasped and held by the user until he or she is rescued.
  • Page 20 • Keep PFDs away from sharp objects which can tear the fabric or puncture the flotation pads. • For their own safety and the safety of others, all non-swimmers, poor swim- mers, and children should wear PFD’s at all times, whether the boat is station- ary or moving.
  • Page 21 All Class 1 powerboats (16 to less than 26 feet) are required to carry one (1) B-I type hand portable fire extinguisher unless the boat is equipped with a fixed fire extin- guishing system in the engine compartment. Hand-held portable fire extinguishers should be mounted in readily accessible locations away from the engine compartment.

  • Page 22: Additional Recommended Equipment

    Sound Signalling Devices Note: No single signaling device is appropriate for all purposes. Consider keeping various types of equipment on board. Boats less than 26 feet (7.9 m) in length are required to carry a hand, mouth, or power operated horn or whistle. It must produce a blast of two-second duration and audible at a distance of at least one-half (1/2) mile.

  • Page 23: Carbon Monoxide And Boating

    sPAre PArTs Extra bulbs Spare propeller Extra fuses Extra drain plug Spark plugs Spare wire Extra prop nut/washer CARBON MONOXIDE AND BOATING Carbon monoxide is a colorless, odorless gas by-product of the burning of carbon based fuels like gasoline. In high concentrations, CO can be fatal within minutes. The effects of CO in lower concentrations are cumulative and can be just as lethal over long periods of time.
  • Page 24 FIGURE 2-6 vESSEL ALONGSIDE Backdrafting! Under certain conditions, moving air currents can direct poison- ous carbon monoxide fumes into boat (Figure 2-7). These fumes can accumulate to dangerous levels without proper airflow. Provide adequate ventilation, redis- tribute the load or bring boat out of high bow angle. FIGURE 2-7 WHILE UNDERWAy (BACKDRAFTING) While underway, CO concentrations can increase by backdrafting or “the station wagon effect.”...

  • Page 25: Lanyard Stop Switch

    Boat houses, seawalls, and other boats in close proximity or confined areas can con- tribute to increased CO levels. operators must be aware that operation, mooring, and anchoring in an area with other boats puts them in jeopardy of Co accumula- tion from other sources.

  • Page 26: Safe Boating Practices

    clothing, arm, or leg. Be sure to attach the lanyard to a place where it is free of obstructions and to something that will move with the operator if he or she leaves the helm station. If the engine shuts down because this switch was activated, the clip must be reinstalled on the interrupter switch before the engine can be started.
  • Page 27 a significant penalty. These laws are vigorously enforced. The use of drugs and alcohol, singly or in combination, decreases reaction time, impedes judgment, impairs vision, and inhibits your ability to safely operate a boat. Safe Operation Safe operation means that you do not misuse your boat nor do you allow your passen- gers to do so.
  • Page 28 First Aid As a boat operator, you should be familiar with basic first aid procedures that may be needed while you are far from help. Fish hook accidents or minor cuts and abrasions may be the most serious mishaps on board a boat, but you should also learn the proper procedures and be ready to deal with the truly serious problems like excessive bleeding, hypothermia, and burns.

  • Page 29: Water Sports

    It is your responsibility to gain knowledge and experience in skills such as: • Navigation • Respect for others on • Seamanship and boathandling the water • Rules of the Road, international-inland • First Aid • Weather prediction • Radio communication •...
  • Page 30 4. Give immediate attention to a person who has fallen. He or she is vulnerable in the water alone and may not be seen by other boaters. 5. Approach a person in the water from the lee side (opposite the direction of the wind).
  • Page 31 FIGURE 2-11 DIvER DOWN FLOAT 10. Do not drive the boat directly behind a water skier. At 25 miles per hour, the boat will overtake a fallen skier who was 200 feet in front in about 5 seconds. Water Skiing The popular sport of water skiing has brought a special set of safety precautions to observe in boating.
  • Page 32 Rotating Propeller! Rotating propeller can cut or sever, causing serious injury or death. Switch engine off before skiers enter the water and before taking skiers aboard. Do not leave engine running in neutral. Accidentally engaging shift can seriously injure skier. 9.

  • Page 33: Basic Seamanship

    BASIC SEAMANSHIp This chapter summarizes basic rules of seamanship, provides general information about navigational aids, and identifies sources for additional reading and boater education. BOATING REGULATIONS The Coast Guard is the authority of the waterways. Boating regulations are also enforced by local authorities. Your boat is subject to the marine traffic laws known as “Rules of the Road,”...
  • Page 34 A vessel not under command or These vessels have no maneuver- aground ability. A vessel restricted in its maneuver- These vessels are performing work, ability such as surveying, dredging, laying pipe or cable, or servicing naviga- tional markers among others, which limits their maneuverability.
  • Page 35 12 O'CLOCK PRIVILEGED Crossing Situations VESSEL In a crossing situation, the boat on the right from the 12-4 o’clock position has the right-of- way. It must hold course and speed. The boat without right-of- way must keep clear and pass to the stern.
  • Page 36 The General Prudential Rule The general prudential rule regarding right-of-way is that if a collision appears unavoidable, neither boat has right-of-way. As prescribed in the Rules of the Road, both boats must act to avoid collision. Night Running Boats operating between sunset and sunrise (hours vary by state), or in conditions of reduced visibility, must use navigational lights.

  • Page 37: Navigational Aids

    Whistle Signals Out on the water, whistle signals are commonly used. Although using a whistle sig- nal is not necessary every time a boat is nearby, operators must signal their inten- tions when necessary to avoid potentially confusing or hazardous situations. Use whistle blasts early enough to be noticed and understood by other boaters.
  • Page 38 Note: Buoys are anchored floating objects and may not always be exactly in the same position. Daymarks are red or green boards with numbers. They are on posts or groups of pil- ings tied together and called dolphins. Daymarks and their supports are daybeacons. Daybeacons may or may not have lights.

  • Page 39: Recommended Reading

    dle Speed, No Skiing, or 5 MpH” may appear on the marker. An orange diamond means danger. If the diamond has an orange cross inside it, don’t enter the area. The reason you should stay out, such as “Swim Area,” may be printed in black on the marker.

  • Page 40: Contacts

    National Fire protection Association. Fire Protection Standard for Pleasure and Commercial Motor Craft. (ISBN 0-317-07388-5, NFpA 302). National Fire protection Association. Brotherton, Miner. Twelve-Volt Bible. (ISBN 0-915160-81-1). Seven Seas. CONTACTS There are many good boating publications that have information about your area and what other boats are doing, such as clubs and other activities.

  • Page 41: Owner's Logs And Records

    OWNER’S LOGS AND RECORDS At the end of this chapter are several forms which you will find very helpful. The Float Plan provides a record of your destination, departure and return times, boat description, passenger list, and other information about the trip you have planned.

  • Page 42: Navigational Aids Chart

    NAVIGATIONAL AIDS CHART REMEMBER THESE RULES 1. OVERTAkING - pASSING: Boat being passed has the right-of way. kEEp CLEAR. 2. MEETING HEAD ON: keep to the right. 3. CROSSING: Boat on right has the right-of-way. Slow down and permit boat to pass. STARBOARD pORT DANGER...
  • Page 43 LATERAL AIDS AS SEEN ENTERING FROM SEAWARD pORT SIDE STARBOARD SIDE SAFE WATER MID-CHANNELS OR FAIRWAYS EVEN NUMBERED AIDS ODD NUMBERED AIDS NO NUMBERS-MAY BE LETTERED RED LIGHT ONLY GREEN LIGHT ONLY WHITE LIGHT ONLY MORSE CODE FLASHING FLASHING Mo(A) OCCULTING OCCULTING QUICk FLASHING...

  • Page 44: Float Plan

    FLOAT PLAN Copy this page and fill out the copy before going boating. Leave the completed copy with a reliable person who can be depended upon to notify the Coast Guard, or other rescue organization, should you not return as scheduled. DO NOT file this plan with the Coast Guard.

  • Page 45: Fuel Log

    FUEL LOG HOURS FUEL RANGE DATE (GAL) (MI) https://www.boat-manuals.com/ 3.13...

  • Page 46: Service/Maintenance Log

    SERVICE/MAINTENANCE LOG HOUR METER DATE READING SERVICE/REpAIRS pERFORMED https://www.boat-manuals.com/ 3.14...

  • Page 47: Trailering

    TRAIleRInG A correctly selected trailer supports the boat properly, makes towing safer, and makes loading and unloading easier. Improper trailering can cause serious traffic accidents and is one of the major causes of boat damage. The warranty does not cover damage of this type. Familiarize yourself with proper towing procedures before towing your boat on the road.

  • Page 48: Hitch

    HITCH Overloading can cause hitch failure, leading to injury-causing accidents. Total weight of the loaded trailer must not exceed capacity marker on hitch of tow vehicle. Hitches are divided into classes that specify the gross trailer weight and maximum tongue weight for each class. Always use a hitch with the same class number as the trailer.

  • Page 49: Brakes

    BRAKES Property Damage! Personal Injury! Failure to use brakes when required can result in an injury-causing accident. Observe conditions carefully and be pre- pared to stop. Maintain brakes properly to assure they are in good working order. Your boat trailer may be equipped with surge brakes. Trailer brakes help relieve stress on the tow vehicle by transferring some of the braking action to the trailer wheels.

  • Page 50: Backing A Trailer

    TRAILER PATH FIGURE 4-2 TURNING WITH TRAILER BACKING A TRAILER Practice backing with a trailer before you get into a confined launch site. Get accus- tomed to using the trailer in an open area. Take someone with you who knows how to back a trailer.

  • Page 51: Loading Your Boat On The Trailer

    Have an individual at the launch ramp give you directions. Back slowly down the ramp. Always remember to launch the boat at a right angle to the shoreline. If launching from a trailer, tilt the outdrive up to avoid damage. When the boat’s transom is in several inches of water, stop the towing vehicle.

  • Page 52: Trailer Maintenance

    Tilt the boat’s drive up to the high tilt position to avoid damage while load- ing. Pull boat up onto trailer and secure safety chain. After securing the boat to the trailer, start engine on towing vehicle and pull trailer out of water to boat securing area. (If blocks are connected with a rope to the trailer tongue, you will not need to remove them before pull- ing trailer out.) Open the drain plug to allow bilge to drain.

  • Page 53: Wheel Bearings

    3. Be sure the coupler is secured to the trailer hitch and safety chains or cables are attached. 4. Check the brakes for proper operation prior to departure. See Owner’s Manual for brakes or trailer for complete instructions. 5. Check the springs and under carriage for loose parts. 6.

  • Page 54: Electrical System

    ElEcTrIcal SYSTEm This section of the manual includes information about your boat’s electrical system. Your boat is designed with a safe electrical system to protect you from hazardous shocks and was checked carefully before it was shipped to your dealer. To protect yourself from electric shock, always have a qualified technician make any modifica- tions to the system.

  • Page 55: Battery

    The electrical system is wired at the factory to handle factory-installed electrical equipment. It is recommended that you have your dealer install any additional equip- ment. an error in wiring the electrical circuits can cause a fire or damage electrical system components.

  • Page 56: Ac/Dc Battery Charger

    Batteries produce hydrogen and oxygen gases when being charged. These explosive gases escape through the vent/fill caps and may form an explosive atmosphere around the battery if ventilation is poor. This gas may remain around the battery for several hours after charging. Sparks or flames can ignite the gas and cause an explosion.

  • Page 57: Overload Protection

    OVERLOAD PROTECTION The engine is equipped with a fuse or circuit breaker to protect the engine wiring har- ness and instrumentation power leads. If an electrical overload occurs, a circuit will “open” and interrupt current flow when the current draw exceeds the rated amperage. refer to your engine manual for breaker location, resetting procedure, or for fuse rating and replacement procedure TRANSDUCER MOUNTING...
  • Page 58 Harness Functions Wire color Battery Positive (+) (To F.B. or master Power Sw.) Battery Positive (Switched +) red/White (master Power Sw. to F.B.) Battery Ground (-)B lack Navigation lights (Bow lights) Gray/Green anchor light (Stern light)G...

  • Page 59: Corrosion

    Depending on how many batteries you use, and the type of trolling motor you have, there are many different methods of configuring the batteries. Your lund dealer can prepare the electrical connections between your battery(ies) and trolling motor(s). He has the knowledge and proper equipment to safely config- ure this system to avoid risk of electrical failure, fire, or equipment damage.
  • Page 60 Be aware of the fact that your boat’s hull is not a ground path. Never ground any electronics to the hull. Use grounding blocks that are provided. Grounding com- ponents to the hull may result in hull damage by electolysis. make sure your battery terminals are kept clean at all times.

  • Page 61: Boat Systems & Equipment

    BOAT SYSTEMS & EqUIPMENT This chapter discusses major systems or components on your boat. Information about boat controls is in Chapter 7. Equipment discussed in this chapter is standard or optional on some models and not available on others. See your dealer for more information.

  • Page 62: Propeller

    Fire and Explosion Hazard! Leaking gasoline and fuel vapors can burst into flames or explode. Inspect fuel system regularly for leaks, deterioration, and cor- rosion. Replace defective parts before starting engine. • Gas Deck Fill: Your boat has an internal gas tank equipped with a deck fill plate labeled GAS or GASOLINE.
  • Page 63 All models should be “propped” to be in the upper half of the maximum RPM range with the boat lightly loaded and the outboard trimmed up to maximum. This configuration allows the engine to operate within the recommended RPM range with a heavy load.

  • Page 64: Steering System

    STEERING SYSTEM Your boat is equipped with either a hydraulic steering system or a mechanical cable system. The hydraulic steering system is comprised of the helm pump and reservoir, hydraulic hoses, and the hydraulic cylinder. The helm assembly acts as a pump to move the oil through the system.

  • Page 65: Livewell System

    Steering or propeller torque can be present in any drive system. In some systems, it is more noticeable than in others. Note: See Steering Manufacturer’s recommendations for cleaning, lubrication, and maintenance of the steering system. Note: The steering system should be inspected by a qualified mechanic at regular service intervals.

  • Page 66: Bilge

    ProLong Livewells: Operates with a two pump design. One pump fills and aerates the well from above the fish, while the other recirculates and injects fresh air, via the Max-Air system, for maximum oxygenation. ProLong Plus Livewells: Same operation as the ProLong livewell system with the addition of the freshwater pickup.

  • Page 67: Fishing Seats

    conditions. If for some reason the pump fails to start, check the fuse and wiring connections. If the pump motor runs but no water is discharged, it may be clogged. Keep the area around the switch and the pump free of debris. If there is no visible debris clogging the pump or blocking the float switch and water is still not being removed, inspect the discharge hose for kinks or obstruction.
  • Page 68 Periodically apply a light weight oil (like household “3 and 1” oil) to the power unit piston. Take care not to over stress the pedestal by placing excessive strain on the seat and power unit while it is extended into the full up position. Always lower the seat to the full down position when the boat is underway.
  • Page 69 FIGURE 6-2 AdjUSTING POWER PEdESTAL https://www.boat-manuals.com/...

  • Page 70: Instruments And Controls

    INSTRuMENTS aND CoNTRolS HELM INSTRUMENTS The instruments at the helm tell you what is going on inside the engine. Whenever an engine is running, check the instruments frequently for unusual readings. If a gauge shows a substantial variation from its normal reading, don’t take chances. Check for the cause immediately.

  • Page 71: Engine Throttle/Shift Control

    Fuel Gauge The fuel gauge displays the approximate amount of fuel in the fuel tank(s). The most accurate reading of the gauge is at idle speed and when the boat is level. While running, the fuel gauge usually reads fuller than the actual level because the bow is higher.
  • Page 72 as you move the handle forward and backward, you should feel the handle drop into a detent when the handle moves into the NEuTRal position. The engine will not start unless the control is in NEuTRal. Figure 7-1 shows a typical control. IMpoRTaNT: allow the engine to warm up before engaging the shift control.

  • Page 73: Switches

    SwITcHES Note: Not all models will have all switches. Bilge pump The two position switch will turn the bilge pump on or off. power Master This switch must be on in order for other switches and equipment to function. courtesy Lights This switch operates illumination lighting for the console and bow panel, and on some models rod locker lighting.

  • Page 74: Front Bow Panel

    FRoNT Bow paNEL The front bow panel on your boat has several switches, which may include out- board tilt switch, navigation lights, and courtesy lights. These switches work in the same manner as in the console and should be turned off while not in use. https://www.boat-manuals.com/...

  • Page 75: Getting Underway

    GettInG UnDerWAy SKIPPER’S CHECKLIST Go through this checklist before starting your trip. Will the weather be favorable? Did you get a current weather report? Is there a suitable operator? Is operator impaired from drug or alcohol use? If the boat has been out of the water, have hull drain plugs been installed? Are the hull and propeller free of damage, excessive dirt, and marine growth? Are electrical system and navigation lights working? Is battery fully charged? Are connections clean and tight?

  • Page 76: Fueling

    Are all articles of clothing, fishing tackle, etc. stored and situated so that they will not be blown out of the boat or strike a passenger? Is the trolling motor folded up and resting securely on its mounting bracket and secured with the strap or latching mechanism supplied with the trolling motor? After the boat is in the water and secured to the dock, go through the Skipper’s Checklist before starting your cruise.
  • Page 77 Pumping Fuel Fire and Explosion Hazard! Do not smoke. extinguish all open flames. Stop engines. Do not use electrical switches and other devices that could cause a spark or flame. Close all openings. During fueling operations, smoking should be for- bidden onboard or anywhere nearby.

  • Page 78: Loading Passengers And Gear

    Note: your capacity label indicates the number of designated occupant positions available on board your Lund boat. Some vessels may permit a person't capacity that is a number greater than the amount of underway seats available on the vessel. Be sure to visit Lund's website at www.lundboats.com and review the designated occu-...

  • Page 79: Starting Procedures

    When you are loading gear, have someone on the dock pass gear aboard instead of stepping into and out of the boat. Secure all gear firmly so it doesn’t shift or inter- fere with boat operation. When boarding, passengers should step into the boat one at a time, not jump.
  • Page 80 If the fuel system has a manual fuel valve, open it. Fire or Explosion Hazard! Gasoline vapors are explosive. Check fuel tank compartment for fumes or gasoline leaks before starting engine. Do not start engine if gasoline or fumes are present. run the bilge pump until the flow of water stops.

  • Page 81: Maneuvering

    Check steering operation. turn steering wheel all the way in both directions, and check that outboard moves freely. turn the steering wheel full to port and starboard while observing outboard movement to check operation of the steering system. With boat moored to the dock and engine idling, check for proper operation of the shifting motion by moving throttle forward, back, and then to neutral.

  • Page 82: High Performance Boats

    Stopping Practice stopping maneuvers and learn early how the boat reacts. If the boat is mov- ing forward, pull the throttle back to neUtrAL and let it coast. Depending on speed, the distance the boat will coast until it comes to a complete stop varies. through experience, you will be able to measure that distance more accurately.

  • Page 83: Acceleration

    Some models are capable of speeds in excess of 45 mph. Consult your dealer for full performance capabilities of your boat. High Performance Boats should not be operated by inexperienced persons until complete instruction is accomplished under the supervision of a qualified instructor. the boat operator is responsible for the safety of all boat occupants, and nearby boaters.

  • Page 84: Power Trim Operation

    Note: Visibility, handling, and performance are reduced while accelerating. It’s a good idea to get “over the hump” as soon as possible. Bow High Planing Attitude the "Hump" Accelerating FIGURE 8-3 PLANING POWER TRIM OPERATION the power trim feature on your boat allows you to raise or lower the outboard motor to affect the boat’s running angle while underway.

  • Page 85: Steering Force

    FIGURE 8-4 TRIMMING THE BOAT OUTDRIVE A good practice is to get underway with the outboard trimmed all the way in. After the boat is on-plane, trim the outboard up slightly to obtain the proper bow attitude and engine speed. the outboard should never be trimmed up to a point where the propeller cavi- tates (or slips).

  • Page 86: Anchoring

    steering axis. this twisting force, or torque, is felt as a force trying to twist the steering wheel out of the driver’s hands. At high speed, the driver must apply a cor- recting force on the steering wheel when the motor is trimmed up to hold the motor’s steering forces.

  • Page 87: Returning To Shore

    Note: Keep the anchor secure while underway to prevent damage or injury in case the boat’s attitude should shift suddenly. Dropping Anchor Have a crew member carefully lower the anchor. Keep slight tension on the anchor line while lowering and maintain the tension after reaching the bottom. Maneuver the boat slowly backwards until length of anchor line is 6 or 7 times the depth of the water.
  • Page 88 Note: If wind or current is moving toward the dock, move parallel to the dock fur- ther out. Let the wind or current push you in. Use extreme caution if wind or current is from the stern. Back in toward the dock slowly at a slight angle with engine in slow reverse.

  • Page 89: Navigation Lights

    FIGURE 8-7 MOORING LINES If you are mooring for a short time, bow and stern lines may be the only lines you need. If you are mooring for a longer time, the currents are swift, or the weather looks bad, you should use spring lines. the stern spring line leads from the boat’s stern cleat forward to the piling or cleat on the dock.

  • Page 90: Hazardous Conditions

    Note: It is illegal to use a spotlight as a headlight. Use it only temporarily to check the position of your boat and the surrounding area. your boat has one white (stern), one red (port) and one green (starboard) light. the stern light may be a removable pole light.
  • Page 91 Storms Storms sometimes appear without much advance notice. Although information from meteorological observation and reporting stations is available, we all know that weather forecasts aren't always accurate. Many marinas fly weather signals. you should learn to recognize these signals and monitor local weather forecasts before leaving port.

  • Page 92: Reacting To Emergencies

    If you ground the boat on a sand bar, shut down the engine and seek help from another boater or radio for help. See your dealer as soon as possible, as sand ingest- ed in the engine cooling system can cause major engine damage. If you need to be towed, we recommend using a commercial towing service.
  • Page 93 Man Overboard think through and follow these procedures if someone in the boat falls overboard. ATTENTION: If optional boarding ladder is not installed on the boat, the engine's cavitation plate can be used foremergency reboarding purposes. rotating propeller may cause serious injury or death - do not approach when engine is running.
  • Page 94 Fire IMPORTANT: All persons aboard should know the location and proper operation of the fire extinguishers. Most fires are caused by electrical problems or careless fueling practices. A fire is a serious emergency. you must work quickly to implement safety procedures. If a fire occurs, immediately stop the engine.
  • Page 95 Propulsion Failure Before you call for help regarding an outboard failure, it is a good idea to eliminate the possibility of simple problems. turn off the engine and check to see that (1) there is fuel in the tank; (2) the engine cooling intakes on the outboard are not clogged; (3) props are clean and free of weeds, netting, etc.;...

  • Page 96: Caring For Your Boat

    CARINg FOR YOuR BOAT Proper care and maintenance preserves the value of your investment. This chapter explains how to keep your boat looking like new as the years go by. Fire Hazard! Spontaneous combustion can ignite rags wetted with acetone, cleaning fluids, fuel, or other solvents.

  • Page 97: Fuel System

    FuEL SYSTEM 1. All factory installed fuel systems comply with NMMA Standards. 2. During boating season, keep tanks filled to prevent condensation of moisture. 3. Check exterior of your portable tank periodically. If scratched or nicked, treat with rust remover and touch up with a good grade of air-drying enamel. 4.

  • Page 98: Painted Aluminum Surfaces

    Do not place, brass, bronze or copper fittings in direct contact with the aluminum. A thor- ough fresh water bath after every use is recommended by Lund and will prolong the life of your boat.

  • Page 99: Repairs

    Galvanic action can be hastened by the presence of stray electric currents. Batteries or any other sources of electricity should be disconnected when not in use. Due to the electrolytic action between dissimilar metals, all fittings and fasteners attached to an aluminum hull should be aluminum or stainless steel. The use of nickel, brass or ferrous fittings and fasteners may result in aluminum corrosion if the fitting or fastener contacts the aluminum.

  • Page 100: Cracked Aluminum

    1. Get a can of aerosol touch-up paint (or the paint codes for your boat) from your LUND dealer. Follow instructions for use on the can. It should be understood that, on older boats exposed to sun and weather, colors may not match exactly.

  • Page 101: Upholstery

    Under no circumstances should a copper, lead, arsenic, or mercury based anti-foul- ing paint be applied, either with or without the use of a primer coat. Consult your dealer and follow paint manufacturer’s application instructions. Lund boats cannot be held responsible for chemical reactions resulting from the application of anti- fouling paint products.
  • Page 102 5. The marine vinyls have been treated to withstand the ultraviolet sunrays and mildew, as a precaution, the boat should be covered or shaded when not in use. 6. Cleaning Procedures on Vinyls A. Grease/Pencil/Dirt: Medium soft brush. Ivory soap and warm water or Fantastic All- Purpose cleaner.

  • Page 103: Windshields

    WINDSHIELDS PLEXIgLASS WINDSHIELD 1. Rinse loose dirt from windshield with clear water only. 2. After all abrasive dirt is removed, use Plexiglass liquid cleaner and polish. 3. DO NOT wipe dirt from a dry windshield. 4. DO NOT use powdered cleaners with abrasive, or harsh liquids like gasoline, carbon tetrachloride, acetone, and lacquer thinner.
  • Page 104 6. Plexiglass windshield should be washed with mild soapy water. Rinse. Allow to dry. If stored outdoors, boat should be covered against direct sunlight to prevent discoloration. 7. Remove battery, check water level, store in a warm, dry place. 8. Remove portable tanks. Gasoline left in tanks causes gum-like deposits and presents fire hazard.

  • Page 105: Winter Layup And Storage

    When cold weather has arrived, or a change in your boats usage requires extended storage, we suggest you follow the guidelines contained within this section. For areas that do not require seasonal storage, Lund recommends a thorough annual inspection.
  • Page 106 Make sure your boat’s engine is slightly bow up during the extended storage period. Fuel System Fill the fuel tank completely, or empty completely. either method will minimize condensation. You may want to add a gasoline stabilizer solution to the fuel, if the tank is to remain full.

  • Page 107: Livewell

    WARNING: To prevent personal injury, wear goggles, rubber gloves and protective apron when working with battery. Battery electrolyte can cause severe eye damage and burns to the skin. In case of spillage, wash area with a solution of baking soda and water.

  • Page 108: Interior Cleaning

    5. Run pump until breifly to confirm that water has been expelled. 6. Spray nozzles/taps shall remain disconnected until temperatures are above freezing. Never start a frozen pump. even if it is drained it might contain a small amount that locks the rotor. Make sure fittings are securely connected when returned to ser- vice.

  • Page 109: Storage On Trailer

    STORAGE ON TRAILER If you are storing the boat on a trailer, make sure that the trailer supports are aligned with the structural members of the hull. Distribute the weight properly. Make sure the boat is well supported across the transom and keel. Loosen all tie- downs to relieve the stress on the hull.
  • Page 110 Launch the boat and start the engine. It may take a minute of cranking to allow the fuel system to prime. When the engine starts, keep a close watch over the gauge readings and check for leakage and abnormal noises. Keep speeds low until the engine has reached normal operating temperature.

  • Page 111: Trouble Shooting Guide

    TROUBLE SHOOTING GUIDE BOAT TRAILERS Issue Possible Cause(s) Possible Solution(s) Boat not A-Trailer backed too A-Pull trailer forward loading evenly far into water B-Back trailer at an angle that onto trailer B-Unlevel boat ramp offsets unlevel ramp C-Trailer backed into C-Straighten trailer before water at an angle loading...
  • Page 112 INSTRUMENTATION Issue Possible Cause(s) Possible Solution(s) Fuel level A-Fuel tank geometry A-For most accurate reading, varies or is contributes to check gauge when boat is level. inaccurate variation Speedometer A-Speedometer not A-Inspect pickup at engine and not working working due to unplug, or refer to engine owner's plugged pickup at manual, or contact dealer for...
  • Page 113 Propeller A-Overtrimmed A-Lower trim of engine. cavitates engine B-Contact dealer to review B-Incorrect propeller propeller choices understanding C-Engine mounted that SS propellors maintain too high on transom contact with water better than aluminum. C-Contact dealer for service. Boat has poor A-Not enough engine A-Trim engine upwards.
  • Page 114 MECHANICAL CABLE & HYDRAULIC STEERING Issue Possible Cause(s) Possible Solution(s) Experiencing A-Improper engine A-Adjust engine trim angle. steering torque trim angle B-Contact dealer to review while B-Incorrect propeller propeller choices. underway C-Improper engine C-Contact dealer for service. mounting height LIVEWELLS Issue Possible Cause(s) Possible Solution(s)
  • Page 115 HARDWARE Issue Possible Cause(s) Possible Solution(s) Door pull latch A-Set screw has A-Adjust latch to proper setting is loose or not loosened or is out of and tighten set screw on end of working adjustment latch. properly B-Plastic nut for B-Tighten plastic retaining nut on assembly has underside of latch to keep latch...

  • Page 116: Boating Terms

    BOATIng TerMS Abaft Toward the stern. Abeam Amidships, at a right angle to the keel. Aboard On, in, or into a boat. ABYC American Boat and Yacht Council, Inc., the organization that sets voluntary safety and construction standards for small craft in the USA. Adrift Without motive power and without anchor or mooring. Afloat On the water. Aft Describing the after section of a vessel or things to the rear of amidships and near the stern. Aground Touching bottom. Amidships In the center, the center portion of a vessel. Anchor A forging or casting shaped to grip the sea bottom and, by means of a cable or rope, hold a boat in a desired position. Anchorage A customary, suitable, and (usually) designated harbor area in which vessels may anchor. Astern Toward the stern. An object that is aft of a boat is said to be astern of the boat. Athwart Across. Aweigh Off the bottom, said of an anchor. Aye Yes, while aboard a boat or ship. Means “I understand.” Bail (Bale) To remove water from a boat by pump or bailer. Beacon A post or buoy placed over a shoal or bank to warn vessels.
  • Page 117 Berth A position, as a place to sleep or in which a vessel may be made fast; a margin of safety, as “a wide berth.” Bilge The lower internal part of a boat’s hull. Bollard A strong post for holding lines fast. Bow The forward part or front of the boat. Breakers Waves cresting as they reach shallow water, as at or on a beach. Breakwater A structure, usually stone or concrete, built to create a harbor or improve an existing one. Bulkhead Vertical partition in a boat. Burdened F ormer term for the vessel which must Vessel stay clear of vessels with the right-of-way. Camber The arch of a deck sloping downward from the center toward the sides. Capsize To turn over. Cardinal Points T he four main points of a compass; north, east, south, and west. Ceiling The inside lining of the hull. Certificate government paper, such as a boat’s license. Chart A map of a body of water that contains piloting information. Chine The intersection of sides and bottom of a boat. Cleat A piece of wood or metal with projecting ends to which lines are made fast.
  • Page 118 Cowls Hooded openings used for ventilation. Cradle A frame used to support a vessel on land. Current The movement of the water in a horizontal direction. Deadrise The rise of the bottom of a midships frame from the keel to the bilge. Deck Any permanent covering over a compartment. Deep-six To discard or throw overboard. Depth Sounder An electronic depth-finding instrument measuring the time a sound wave takes to go from the vessel to the bottom and return, then displaying the result in feet, fathoms, or meters. Dinghy A small, open boat. Displacement Type of hull that plows through the water even Hull when more power is added. Dock A n enclosed or nearly enclosed water area; all the port instal- lations; a place where vessels can moor, as a pier, wharf, or floating dock. Dolphin A small group of piles in the water generally used for moor- ing or as a channel marker. Draft The depth of the vessel below the water line measured verti- cally to the lowest part of the hull. Dunnage Mats, boughs, pieces of wood, or other loose materials placed under or among goods carried as cargo in the hold of a ship to keep them dry and to prevent their motion and chafing; cushioning or padding used in a shipping container to protect fragile articles against shock and breakage; baggage or per- sonal effects.
  • Page 119 Forward Toward the bow. Frame ribs of the hull extending from the keel to the highest contin- uous deck. Freeboard The vertical distance measured on a boat’s side from the waterline to the gunwale. Galley The kitchen area of a boat. Gimbals Swivels used to keep equipment level. Give-Way The one which must stay clear of vessels Vessel which have the right-of-way. Grab Rail A convenient grip on a cabin top or along a companion lad- der. Gunwale The upper edge of a boat’s side. (Pronounced gunnel.) Harbor A safe anchorage protected from most storms; may be natural or man-made, with breakwaters and jetties; a place for dock- ing and loading. Hatch (Lid) An opening in a boat’s deck for persons or cargo to go below. Head A marine toilet. Headway Forward motion of a vessel through the water. Helm The wheel or tiller by which a ship is steered. Holding Tank Storage tank for sewage so that it will not be pumped over- board into the water. Hull The body of a boat.
  • Page 120 Knot To bend a line. Also, a unit of speed equal to one nautical mile (6076.10 feet) an hour. Launch (1) To put a vessel into the water; (2) A small open powerboat mainly used for transportation between a vessel and shore. Lee The side opposite to that from which the wind blows. Leeward Situated on the side turned away from the wind. (Opposite of windward.) Leeway The amount a boat is carried sideways by the wind’s force or current. Lid (Hatch) An opening in a boat’s deck for persons or cargo to go below. Limber Holes Drainage holes in the bilge timbers of a vessel allowing water to run to a low point for pumping out. List (1) A continuous leaning to one side often caused by an imbalance in stowage or a leak into one compartment; (2) A light list is a printed listing of aids to navigation in geo- graphical order or inclining of a vessel toward the side. LOA Length overall; the maximum length of a vessel’s hull, excluding projecting spars or rudder. Locker A storage place, a closet. Log A record or diary of a vessel’s journey. Lubber’s Line A mark or permanent line on a compass that shows the course of the boat.
  • Page 121 Nautical Mile 6076.12 feet, or 1852 meters, an international standard; the geographical mile, the length of one minute of latitude at the equator, is 6087.20 feet. Nun Buoy A conical, red buoy bearing an even number and marking the starboard side of a channel from seaward. Oar A long, wooden instrument with a flat blade at one end used for propelling a boat. Outboard (1) A propulsion unit for boats attached at the transom; includes motor, drive shaft, and propeller; fuel tank and battery may be integral or installed separately in the boat; (2) O utside or away from a vessel’s hull; opposite of inboard. Outdrive A propulsion system for boats with an inboard motor operat- ing an exterior drive with drive shaft, gears, and propeller; also called stern drive and inboard/outboard. Overall Length The extreme length of a vessel, excluding spars or rigging fit- tings. See LOA. Painter A rope attached to the bow of a boat for making it fast. PFD Personal Flotation Device. Pier A structure, usually wood or masonry, extending into the water used as a landing place for boats and ships. Pile A vertical wooden or concrete pole driven into the bottom; may be a support for a pier or floats; also used for mooring. Piling A structure of piles.
  • Page 122 Rules of The nautical traffic rules for preventing collisions the Road on the water. Scope The length of the anchor rope or chain. 6 to 1 scope means that the length of the anchor rope from the boat to the anchor is 6 times the depth of the water. Scupper A hole allowing water to run off the deck. Sea Anchor A floating canvas cone held open by wire rings with an open- ing in the smaller end and a rope bridle at the larger end attached to a line leading to the vessel; used in storm condi- tions to (a) keep the bow of the boat to the wind, and (b) slow downwind drift of the boat. Seacock A thru-hull valve; a shutoff on a plumbing or drain pipe between the vessel’s interior and the sea. Slip (1) A berth for a boat between two piers or floats; (2) T he percentage difference between the theoretical and the actual distance that a propeller advances when turning in water under load. Sole The cabin or cockpit floor. Spar Buoy A channel marker that looks like a tall, slender pole. Stand-On The vessel with the right-of-way. Vessel Starboard The right side of a boat when you are facing the bow. Stern The after end or back of the boat.
  • Page 123 Underway Vessel in motion, i.e. when not moored, at anchor, or aground. USPS United States Power Squadron, a private membership organi- zation that specializes in boating education and good boating practices. Vessel every kind of watercraft, other than a seaplane on the water, capable of being used as a means of transportation on water. VHF Radio A Very High Frequency electronic communications and direction-finding system. Wake Moving waves created by vessel motion. Track or path that a boat leaves behind it when moving across the water. Wash The loose or broken water left behind a vessel as it moves along; the surging action of waves. Waterline The intersection of a vessel’s hull and the water’s surface; the line separating the bottom paint and the topsides. Way Movement of a vessel through the water. Technically it is underway when not at anchor, aground, or made fast to the shore. The common usage is interpreted as progress through the water. Headway when going forward and sternway when going backward. Well Area at the rear of a boat where the motor may be located. Wharf A structure, parallel to the shore, for docking vessels. Wheel (1) The steering wheel; (2) The propeller. Whistle Signal A standard communication signal between boats to indicate change of course, danger, or other situations. Windward Situated on the side closest to the wind.
  • Page 124 NOTICE: Seven very important things to do now! • Read your owner’s manual and all other literature that accompanies your boat. • Acquire necessary and recommended safety equipment. • Comply with all state, provincial and federal registration requirements. • Know your boat; become familiar with all features on the boat. •...

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