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  • Page 1 555BR Owner’s Manual...
  • Page 3 Welcome Congratulations on becoming a new owner of an Quicksilver® boat. This Owner’s Packet will provide important information about the features of your boat and should be, at all times, kept aboard your boat. Take time to carefully review the information in this packet to really get to know your boat.
  • Page 4 Information in this publication is based upon the latest production specifications available at printing. Quicksilver® reserves the right to make changes at any time, without notice, in the colors, equipment, specifications, materials and prices of all models, or to discontinue models. Should changes in production models be made, Quicksilver®...

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Introduction 3. Fire Prevention ..........15 1. Owner’s Manual ..........vi 4. Carbon Monoxide Monitor ......16 2. Your Responsibilities ........vi 5. Steering ............18 3. Safety / Warning Labels ........ vi 6. Engine Controls ..........19 4.

  • Page 6: Introduction

    Introduction 1. Owner’s Manual The material here and the rest of the Owner’s manual packet: • Gives you basic safety information • Describes the fundamentals of boat use • Describes the features of your boat • Describes the equipment on your boat •...

  • Page 7: Dealer Responsibilities

    CIN Locations 6. Warranty You will find information regarding the Quicksilver® warranty following the introduction. A warranty information card is also included in the owner information packet. If for some reason this information is missing, contact your Quicksilver® dealer.
  • Page 8 This Limited Warranty does not apply to any Quicksilver® which has been salvaged or declared a total loss or a constructive total loss for any reasons not covered in this Limited Warranty. This Limited Warranty also does not apply to the following items: 1.
  • Page 9 Limited Warranties stated. To the extent allowed by law neither Brunswick Marine in EMEA, not the selling dealer shall have any responsibility of the loss of use of the Quicksilver®, loss of time, inconvenience, commercial loss or consequential damages.
  • Page 10 Limited Warranty, and the owner must notify Brunswick Marine in EMEA of any Quicksilver® being repaired by an authorized Brunswick Marine in EMEA dealer which has been at the dealership for fifteen (15) days, or of any claimed defect which was not corrected after one (1) repair attempt.
  • Page 11 Limited Warranties stated. To the extent allowed by law neither Brunswick Marine in EMEA, not the selling dealer shall have any responsibility of the loss of use of the Quicksilver®, loss of...
  • Page 12 Limited Warranty, and the owner must notify Brunswick Marine in EMEA of any Quicksilver® being repaired by an authorized Brunswick Marine in EMEA dealer which has been at the dealership for fifteen (15) days, or of any claimed defect which was not corrected after one (1) repair attempt.

  • Page 13: Basic Boat Dimensions & Specifications

    Quicksilver® 555BR — General Information 1. Basic Boat Dimensions & Specifications Manufacturer: Brunswick Marine in EMEA Model: Quicksilver® 555BR Design Category: Length of Hull (L 5.11m Overall Height (H 1.61m Length Overall (L 5.33m Light Craft Mass (m 1041kg Length Overall (L 5.36m...

  • Page 14: Vessel Stability

    Quicksilver® 555BR — General Information 2. Vessel Stability The following maximum load has been used for assessing the stability and buoyancy comprising • Manufacturer’s maximum recommended load per ISO 14946 552kg • Fuel, fresh water, other fluids to maximum capacity of fixed tanks...

  • Page 15: Passenger Locations

    Quicksilver® 555BR — General Information 4. Passenger Locations Be aware of your footing while the boat is underway. Gelcoat surfaces are slippery when wet. Use extreme Slipping or falling could result in serious injury or death, caution when walking on wet surfaces.

  • Page 16: Safety Label Locations

    Quicksilver® 555BR — General Information 6. Safety Label Locations...

  • Page 17: Deck Layout (Standard Equipment)

    Quicksilver® 555BR — General Information 7. Deck Layout (Standard Boat) Bow roller Anchor line hatch Navigation lights (P&S) Bow cleat (P&S) Port bow seat cushion Port bow seat storage Bow rail (P&S) Cup holder (P&S) Center windshield walk-through Windshield Hand rail...

  • Page 18: Deck Layout (Optional Equipment)

    Quicksilver® 555BR — General Information 8. Deck Layout (Optional Equipment) Bow sun lounge Refrigerator Cockpit table Flexiteek Ski tower Aft sun lounge 9. Cockpit Storage Anchor line locker Starboard bow seat storage Port bow seat storage Console storage (P&S) Cockpit floor storage...

  • Page 19: Thru Hull Locations

    Quicksilver® 555BR — General Information 10. Thru Hull Locations Fuel tank vent Cockpit floor drain Line locker drain Motorwell drain Garboard drain plug Bilge pump drain Depending on the type of boat, you may have underwater The deck drains provide self-bailing capabilities while the fittings that need drain plugs.

  • Page 20: Navigation Lights

    Quicksilver® 555BR — General Information Dash Layout (Optional Equipment) DAB antenna GPS/Depth sounder Stereo Active Trim Please note that operator vision from the helm may be obstructed by high trim angles of the craft, along with other factors such as outboard engine trim angles, hull trim plane angles, loading and load distribution, speed &...
  • Page 21 Quicksilver® 555BR — General Information Navigation Lights “OFF” Navigation Lights “ON” Anchor Light “ON” Navigation light switch The International Regulations for Preventing Collisions at Sea (COLREG) and the rules of the road require that a proper lookout be maintained at all times and observance of right of way be respected.

  • Page 22: Engine

    Operator’s Manual. Refer to the Engine Owner’s Manual for operating instructions and warranty information. The engines are warranted directly by Mercury, not by Quicksilver®. 14. Trailering Quicksilver® does not offer a trailer for this boat, however, if you plan on purchasing one from another vendor, please consider the following: •...
  • Page 23 Quicksilver® 555BR — General Information Strong Points Stern cleat (P&S) Anchor dead end Bow cleat (P&S) Bow eye Stern eye It is the owner’s/operator’s responsibility to ensure that Towing or being towed can lead to fatigue of the boat’s mooring lines, towing lines, anchor chains, anchor lines and hardware and lines.

  • Page 24: Fuel System

    Fuel feed hose Fuel Tank The 555BR is equipped with a crosslink polyethylene fuel tank with a capacity of 110 liters. As a precaution, all of the capacity may not be useable due to trim and loading conditions, so consider keeping at a minimum 25% reserve fuel in the tank.
  • Page 25 Your boat was manufactured, and shipped from the factory with ethanol compatible materials. Before introducing petrol with ethanol into your fuel tank, ask your dealer if any components have been added or replaced that are not recommended by Quicksilver®, Mercury or may not be ethanol- compatible.

  • Page 26: Bilge Pump

    If equipped, the addition of an external fuel/water separator by Quicksilver® has been determined to be within Mercury specification and will not restrict the flow of adequate fuel to the engine. The filter is located on the port side of the vessel and can be accessed via the floor hatch located in the aft bench seat tub.

  • Page 27: Fire Prevention

    Quicksilver® 555BR — System & Component Overview and Operation Typical Bilge Pump System Bilge pump Bilge pump hose Thru hull The bilge pumping system is not designed for damage Check the function of all bilge pumps at regular intervals. control.

  • Page 28: Carbon Monoxide Monitor

    Fire extinguisher 4. Carbon Monoxide Monitor Quicksilver® boats are equipped with carbon monoxide (CO) monitors in the cabin and enclosed berths or staterooms. Carbon Monoxide is an odorless, colorless, and tasteless, extremely toxic gas produced by engines, heaters, stoves or generators. When inhaled it combines with hemoglobin in the blood, preventing absorption of oxygen and is unlikely to be noticed until the person is overcome.
  • Page 29 Quicksilver® 555BR — System & Component Overview and Operation Accumulation of Carbon Monoxide Examples Wind blowing exhaust towards boat occupants Operating at slow speed or dead in the water Operating with “bow high” attitude Good air flow — open all hatches, portlights or...

  • Page 30: Steering

    Quicksilver® 555BR — System & Component Overview and Operation Carbon Monoxide Monitor Fumes for the engine(s), generator, LPG stoves, and other equipment that burns fuel contain Carbon Monoxide. Carbon Monoxide can kill you. Open all doors, hatches, curtains, and windows to allow fresh air to circulate.

  • Page 31: Engine Controls

    Quicksilver® 555BR — System & Component Overview and Operation Refer to the steering manufacturer’s manual in owner’s manual packet for complete instructions and warranty information. 6. Engine Controls Your boat is equipped with a mechanical gear shift/throttle control unit. The control unit, located to the starboard of the steering wheel, activates both the shifting and throttle for the engine.

  • Page 32: Smartcraft® Gauges (Optional)

    Bluetooth® settings. If equipped with a factory installed GPS and vessel link, the stereo can be controlled via screens on the GPS unit. Refer to the GPS manual for complete instructions. In certain countries, radio signals are broadcasted digitally. Quicksilver® offers a DAB antenna, where required, for reception of digital broadcast signals.

  • Page 33: Windshield Wiper (Optional)

    Quicksilver® 555BR — System & Component Overview and Operation Stereo Stereo DAB antenna 11. Windshield Wiper (Optional) Your boat may come equipped with a single speed windshield wiper system on the starboard windshield for use in inclement weather. To use, simply press the windshield wiper switch located at the helm.

  • Page 34: Bow Sun Lounge (Optional)

    Quicksilver® 555BR — System & Component Overview and Operation 13. Bow Sun Lounge (optional) Your boat may come equipped with an optional bow sun lounge. The bow sun lounge consists of a filler panel, two cushions, and a backrest. To use, first install the center filler panel between the bow seat and the console seat.

  • Page 35: Ski Tower (Optional)

    Your boat may come equipped with an optional ski tower for water skiing or wakeboarding. If you are tubing or engaging in other recreational towing, Quicksilver® recommends that you attach the tow rope to the stern eyes at the transom of your boat.
  • Page 36 Quicksilver® 555BR — System & Component Overview and Operation bimini, remove the canvas boot and rotate the two bimini frames forward and secure the bimini straps to the deck trail. DO NOT OPERATE YOUR BOAT WITHOUT THE BIMINI STRAPS ATTACHED TO THE DECK.

  • Page 37: Dc Electrical

    SmartCraft® tachometer, or on the optional GPS with Vessel Link. 2. Battery Quicksilver® recommends AGM type starting or a deep cycle battery for you boat. The battery must meet the minimum capacity required by the engine manufacturer. Refer to your engine owner’s manual for exact battery requirements.

  • Page 38: Fuses And Breakers

    The 555BR has a breaker panel at the helm, located under the dash. There is also additional breakers located on the battery switch panel in the aft bench seat tub.

  • Page 39: Electrical Schematics

    These electrical schematics were generated by the Electrical Engineering Department for technical reference and service technicians. Quicksilver® does not recommend that you attempt to work on the boat’s electrical system yourself. Instead, we recommend that you take your boat to your local authorized Quicksilver®...
  • Page 40 Quicksilver® 555BR — Electrical Systems DC Wiring Schematic...

  • Page 41: Maintenance

    If the growth is more severe, you may need to enlist the services of a professional hull cleaning company. Check with your Quicksilver® dealer for recommendations on a compatible rubbing compound for your boat or a professional hull cleaning company in your area.

  • Page 42: Component Maintenance

    Frequent routine cleaning of your stainless steel will help maintain the finish. Quicksilver® recommends that you wash stainless steel components with mild soap and cold or lukewarm water after every use of the boat. If added protection is necessary, apply a cleaning wax.
  • Page 43 Do not store any of the canvas pieces while wet. The effects of ultraviolet light can sometimes be reduced by chemical treatment of canvas items. Consult your Quicksilver® dealer or check your canvas manufacturer’s manual before using any chemical treatments on your canvas.
  • Page 44 Quicksilver® 555BR — Maintenance Dry the window with a soft cloth or chamois to prevent water spots. Polish with a separate cloth. Don’t leave cleaners on for long periods; immediately wash the window. Finally, don’t apply cleaners in direct sunlight or at elevated temperatures.
  • Page 45 OWNER’S MANUAL RECEIPT Please fill out the following form, sign it, and give it to the dealer in order to ensure full warranty coverage: Name: _______________________________________________________ Address: _______________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________ Certify that I have received the Owner’s Manual for the following boat: Brand: __QUICKSILVER__ Model:...

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