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  • Page 1 COBALT BOATS Owner’s Manual...
  • Page 2 We Wish You Safe and Happy Boating! Your Cobalt boat was built to meet or exceed all applicable boat building standards at the time of manufacture. Your Cobalt boat was inspected and certified prior to introduction, and periodic inspections of this model are conducted in-plant to ensure continued compliance.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    210 Owner’s Manual ABLE OF ONTENTS 210 Owner’s Manual GENERAL INFORMATION WELCOME....................1-1 CERTIFICATE OF LIMITED WARRANTY ..........1-2 INTRODUCTION..................1-4 Intended Use ..................1-4 Craft Design Category................ 1-4 OWNER RESPONSIBILITY/WARRANTY PROCEDURE ....... 1-5 Before Operating ................1-5 Warranty Service Requirements ............1-5 Extended Service Agreement.............
  • Page 4 Fueling ....................3-2 LAUNCHING .................... 3-5 Launching Checklist ................3-5 On the Water..................3-5 Boarding ..................... 3-5 Loading ....................3-5 Shipshape ..................3-5 GETTING UNDERWAY ................3-6 Before Starting Checklist..............3-6 Handling Dock and Mooring Lines ............. 3-7 210 Owner’s Manual...
  • Page 5 SKI TOW EYE ..................3-38 SKI TOWER BIMINI TOP - OPTIONAL ..........3-39 SKI TOWER - OPTIONAL..............3-39 TRANSOM TILT SWITCH - OPTIONAL ..........3-39 SKI TOWER WITH SUNSHADE - OPTIONAL ........3-39 WAKEBOARD RACKS - OPTIONAL ............. 3-40 210 Owner’s Manual...
  • Page 6 STAINLESS STEEL AND CHROME ............5-6 Preventive Steps ................5-6 Cleaning Stainless Steel ..............5-6 CORROSION PROTECTION ..............5-7 CorrosionX ..................5-7 Topside ....................5-7 Inside the Bulkhead................5-7 Other Areas ..................5-7 Galvanic Corrosion................5-7 Salt Water ..................5-8 210 Owner’s Manual...
  • Page 7 Before Launching ................7-1 Pre-Operation..................7-1 Starting Engines ................. 7-2 Casting Off ..................7-2 During Operation ................7-2 Returning to Port ................7-2 Stopping the Engines ................. 7-2 After Boating..................7-2 SERVICE LOG ..................7-3 FUEL LOG ....................7-4 210 Owner’s Manual...
  • Page 8 COBAL T BOWRIDER FLOAT PLAN ................... 7-5 BOAT INFORMATION ................7-6 WARRANTY TRANSFER FORM............. 7-7 210 Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 9: General Information

    210 Owner’s Manual ECTION ENERAL NFORMATION WELCOME Dear New Cobalt Owner, From all of us at the factory and from your authorized Cobalt dealer, thank you for purchasing a Cobalt boat. We greatly appreciate your business and look forward to a long and enjoyable relationship with you as part of the Cobalt family.

  • Page 10: Certificate Of Limited Warranty

    (10) deterioration (i.e.: fading, oxidation, discoloration) to the gelcoat finish of any Cobalt boat with colored (non-white) gelcoat located below the static waterline; (11) damage or failure related to alteration, modification, misuse, neglect, negligence, accident or failure to provide reasonable care and maintenance of such Cobalt boat. 210 Owner’s Manual...
  • Page 11 Service Agreement is administered by a third party. For more information regarding this coverage and obtaining service, refer to the Extended Service Agreement booklet in your boat bag. All warranties, Cobalt and Extended Service are transferable and transfer fees are applicable. 210 Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 12: Introduction

    13' 1.44" (4 m) and above, and is largely self-sufficient. Abnormal conditions such as hurricanes are excluded. Such conditions may be encountered on extended voyages, for example across oceans, or inshore when unsheltered from the wind and waves for several hundred nautical miles. 210 Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 13: Owner Responsibility/Warranty Procedure

    Cobalt boat to anyone other than an authorized Cobalt dealer, please refer to the Warranty Transfer Form on the last page of this manual. If the proper transfer procedures are not followed, future warranty may be denied. 210 Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 14: Certifications

    Ultimately, the goal of the program is to improve integrated product quality and customer satisfaction as well as to reduce warranty visits and costs. 210 Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 15: Warning Labels

    COBALT BOATS “MEET U.S. EPA EVAP STANDARDS USING CERTIFIED COMPONENTS” Hydraulic Swim Platform Helm (U.S. Only) WARNING AVOID OBSTRUCTION OF NAVIGATION LIGHTS AND POSSIBLE COLLISION. REMOVE CANVAS BEFORE USING NAVIGATION OR ANCHOR LIGHTS. Aft Sun Pad Navigation Light COB_0018_A 210 Owner’s Manual...
  • Page 16 USE BOTH TURN LOCKS TO SECURE DOOR. Walk-Through Door/Windshield CAUTION FOOT CAN SLIP THROUGH RUNG CAUSING BODILY INJURY, CLOSE CABIN DOOR BEFORE USING FORE DECK LADDER Companionway Area Helm Helm (California Only) Engine Compartment (actual capacity varies by model) COB_0019_A 210 Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 17: Publications

    FATHOM – Unit of depth or measure; 1 fathom equals 6 feet. BUNKS – Carpeted trailer hull supports. FENDERS – Objects placed alongside the boat for BURDENED BOAT – Term for the boat that must cushioning. Sometimes called bumpers. “give-way” to boats with the right-of-way. 210 Owner’s Manual...
  • Page 18 TRANSOM – The transverse beam across the NMMA – National Marine Manufacturers stern. Association. TRIM – Fore to aft and side to side balance of the boat when loaded. 210 Owner’s Manual...
  • Page 19 WAKE – The waves that a boat leaves behind when moving through the water. WATERWAY – A navigable body of water. WINDLASS – An electric winch to raise the anchor. 210 Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 20: Symbols

    Use Water Caution Hour Meter STOP Engine Engine Fuel Grease Height Holding Horn Stop Tank Above Water Tank Ignition Overall Lift Light Navigation Tank Switch Length Point Lights Trim Water Windshield Safety Alert Tabs Tank Wipers Symbol COB_0030_A 210 Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 21: Specifications

    Bridge Clearance w/Arch or Tower 7' 7" (2.31 m) Draft, Drive Up 24" (0.61 m) Draft, Drive Down 36" (0.92 m) Dry Weight 3850 lbs (1746 kg) Boat Certified Capacity 12 persons Boat Certified Capacity w/Gear 1650 lbs (748 kg) 210 Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 22: Layout

    17. Manual Telescoping Anchor Light 18. Optional Water Fill 19. Ice Chest, Insulated - Molded In 20. Optional Dinette Table Mount ™ 21. Glove Box/Entertainment System/iPod /MP3 Port/12V Port 22. Anchor Light Storage/Storage/Optional Mooring Cover Support Storage COB_0229_A 210 Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 23: Propeller Application Chart

    2.14 FH6’s 481406 3885842 VOLVO V8-300 VOLVO 5.7 GXi & GXiC 1.51 1.51 14-1/4 x 23 RH 480362 3817470 14-1/4 x 23 RH 480379 3860710 VOLVO 5.7 GXi & GXiC 1.95 1.95 FH5’s 481405 3851495 VOLVO V8-320 210 Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 24: Alphabetical Index

    Cedar ....... . 5-5 Entertainment System ....3-20 210 Owner’s Manual...
  • Page 25 Horn or Whistle ......2-2 On the Water ......3-5 210 Owner’s Manual...
  • Page 26 Scheduled Maintenance and Service ..6-1 Using Lifting Slings..... . 6-4 210 Owner’s Manual...
  • Page 27 Windshield ......5-10 Zippers....... 5-9 210 Owner’s Manual...
  • Page 28 COBAL T BOWRIDER ECTION NOTES 210 Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 29: Responsibilities And Safety

    210 Owner’s Manual ECTION ESPONSIBILITIES AND AFETY Your safety, the safety of your passengers, and While operating the boat, the owner/operator is other boaters are among your responsibilities as responsible for: operator of this boat. Your boat must be in •...

  • Page 30: Required Safety Equipment

    Fire Extinguisher All inboard/outboard boats must carry an appropriate portable marine type fire extinguisher in operable condition and accessible location. Your Cobalt boat is equipped with a portable fire extinguisher and may have a fixed system fire extinguisher. 210 Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 31: Recommended Spare Parts

    • Canadian Power and Sail Squadrons the engine compartment. When activated, the • Yacht Clubs blowers exhaust dangerous fumes and intake fresh air through vents. Operate the blowers for at least four minutes before starting the engines. 210 Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 32: Electrical Systems

    While operating your boat, frequently check that the control and steering systems continue to operate smoothly. Monitor your gauges for signs of abnormal behavior. Beware of any excessive vibration. Refer to Section 3, Before Starting Checklist. 210 Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 33: Environmental Considerations

    This label must stay affixed to the boat if it is operated in California. The label identifies your boat is equipped with a California Certified Engine. The label is positioned so it will be at the leading or trailing edge of the state registration numbers. 210 Owner’s Manual...
  • Page 34 There is a tremendous drain on our fishery waste discharge. resources. Over-fishing and pollution have strained the fish population. Do your part by keeping only what you will eat and practice catch-and-release. 210 Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 35: Components, Maintenance And Repairs

    If the boat life. is abandoned, swim upwind, far enough to avoid fuel that may spread over the surface of the water. 210 Owner’s Manual...
  • Page 36 If you experience a propulsion, steering or control failure, immediately turn off the engines. Release the anchor to prevent drifting. Try to determine the failure and repair, if possible. Otherwise, call or signal for assistance. 210 Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 37: Lifesaving Equipment

    Federal law requires at least one Type I, II, III or V TYPE III Personal Flotation Device (PFD) for each person FLOTATION AIDS onboard or being towed, and at least one Type IV KC-0042C throwable PFD in the boat. 210 Owner’s Manual...
  • Page 38 • A Type V PFD must be worn to be counted toward the minimum carriage requirements. • Special PFDs are available for skiing and other water sports. These PFDs are constructed with materials suitable for high impact falls. 210 Owner’s Manual...
  • Page 39 Radar Reflectors Radar reflectors allow you to be seen by other vessels’ radar within your area. Mount the reflector as high as possible on the radar arch. 210 Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 40: Safety

    Indicates a hazardous situation which, if Seating not avoided, will result in death or Keep your passengers seated in seats. The boat’s serious injury. bow, gunwale, transom platform and seat backs are not intended for use as seats while underway. 210 Owner’s Manual...
  • Page 41 • Stow gear below deck and batten down equipment on deck. • Reduce speed and head for a safe place that you can easily reach. If you lose power, keep the boat headed into the waves by using the anchor. 210 Owner’s Manual...
  • Page 42 Federal and state law prohibit blast from your horn or whistle once every minute. operating a boat under the influence of Additionally, have passengers wear PFDs and alcohol and other drugs. These observe for oncoming vessels. regulations are actively enforced. 210 Owner’s Manual...
  • Page 43 Seek medical attention if transom platform while engines are running. necessary. Ventilation Your Cobalt boat may be equipped with carbon monoxide (CO) detector(s), if your boat is a cabin type or built with an enclosed changing area. 210 Owner’s Manual...
  • Page 44 Operating with high bow angle. Exhausts traveling along obstruction. Exhausts from other vessels in confined areas. Operating at slow speed or while dead in the water. Operating with canvas tops and side curtains in place without ventilation. COB_0033_A 210 Owner’s Manual...
  • Page 45 Road” for both federal and state waterways; you must stop if signaled to do so by enforcement Noise limits are regulated in many areas. Be sure officers, and permit to be boarded as asked. to follow regulations and be courteous. 210 Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 46: Water Sports Safety

    • Do not use any fuel burning appliances with a liability arising from such assistance. transom exhaust port when swimming from the stern swim platform. DANGER Avoid injury or death. DO NOT practice unsafe water sports. 210 Owner’s Manual...
  • Page 47 The USCG issued a corrective action. Seek medical SAFETY ALERT on August 28, 2001, which covers attention if necessary. some issues regarding improper use of the boarding ladder/swim platform. The SAFETY ALERT and portions of the information follow: 210 Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 48: Safety Alert From August 28, 2001

    In general, boats with less maneuverability have right-of-way over more agile craft. You must stay clear of the vessel with right-of-way and pass to his stern. 210 Owner’s Manual...
  • Page 49 12 O'CLOCK STAND-ON (PRIVILEGED) VESSEL HONK HONK HONK HONK HONK HONK DANGER ZONE GIVE-WAY (BURDENED) VESSEL PASSING PASSING MEETING PORT TO STARBOARD TO HEAD TO PORT STARBOARD HEAD COB_0034_A 4 O'CLOCK COB_0005_A 210 Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 50: Aids To Navigation

    Buoys with unique light-flashing characteristics are identified on nautical charts with the specific Protect your night vision by avoiding bright lights flashing pattern. and have a passenger, if possible, help keep watch for other boats, water hazards and aids to navigation. 210 Owner’s Manual...
  • Page 51 Regulatory markers are white with orange geometric shapes and also have orange bands near the top and at the water line of the buoy. You must obey regulatory markers (see below). CONTROLLED DANGER BOATS INFORMATION AREA KEEP OUT KC-1903 210 Owner’s Manual...
  • Page 52 Quick Flashing Flashing Occulting Starboard Side Even Numbers Daymark Nun Buoy Lighted Buoy KC-1909 WHITE LIGHT ONLY MORSE CODE Mo (A) Safe Water Aids Marking Mid-Channels and Fairways (No Numbers–May be Lettered) Spherical Buoy Daymark Lighted KC-1910 210 Owner’s Manual...
  • Page 53 RED and GREEN horizontally striped buoys. A RED band at the top means the preferred channel is to the left of the buoy; a GREEN top band means the preferred channel is to the right of the buoy. 210 Owner’s Manual...
  • Page 54 They are similar to lighted BLACK-STRIPED buoys, except they are usually higher and on more WHITE BUOY stable platforms to increase visibility. Most minor KC-1902 lights are part of a series to mark a channel, river or harbor. 210 Owner’s Manual...
  • Page 55 RIGHT OF RANGE LINE ON RANGE LINE COB_0038_A Lighthouses Lighthouses can be found at harbor entrances, prominent headlands, isolated danger areas and along the coast. These striped or patterned structures have unique flashing characteristics to help identify them. KC-0443C 210 Owner’s Manual...
  • Page 56 Boaters must also recognize the flag designs which indicate that skin divers are present and keep well clear of the area. KC-0250C Watch for swimmers. Swimming areas may not be marked. Steer clear from the area and remain alert. 210 Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 57: Operating Information

    210 Owner’s Manual ECTION PERATING NFORMATION FIRST-TIME OPERATION This section is not intended to provide complete training on all aspects of boat operation. We strongly recommend that all operators of this WARNING Cobalt boat seek additional training on boat Avoid injury or death. Improper handling and safety.

  • Page 58: Fuel

    Operate the type of discharge, trash or blowers for at least four minutes. DO litter into our waterways. NOT store rags used to wipe up fuel or solvent spills in the boat. Dispose of rags properly ashore. 210 Owner’s Manual...
  • Page 59 If you smell filler cap, open by pressing the cap and turning the gasoline fumes, do not start the engine; cap counterclockwise (approximately 10°); remove continue to run the blower until fumes have cap. dissipated. 210 Owner’s Manual...
  • Page 60 This is normal. After the first two or three fills, this should not happen. 210 Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 61: Launching

    Avoid stepping on fiberglass or other potentially slippery surfaces. Board one person at a time. Do not board the boat while carrying gear. Set the gear on the dock, board the boat and then pick up the gear. 210 Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 62: Getting Underway

    Immediately have any problem attended to by your authorized Cobalt dealer. • Operate bilge blowers for at least four minutes before starting engines or generators. • Do not overload your boat. 210 Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 63: Handling Dock And Mooring Lines

    Be sure to use spring lines when boating in waters where the tide movement is significant. The forward quarter spring line is fastened to a forward cleat and heads aft. The after bow spring is fastened to a stern cleat and heads forward. 210 Owner’s Manual...
  • Page 64 ENGINE IS RUNNING. water inlets for blockage. If the inlets are open, • TURN OFF ENGINE AND ALL ELECTRICAL have your authorized Cobalt dealer service the SYSTEMS WHILE REFUELING. engine. • TURN OFF ENGINE WHEN SWIMMERS ARE NEAR BOAT. 210 Owner’s Manual...
  • Page 65 • Regularly inspect the steering system for kinks, damage and corrosion. Your Cobalt boat is equipped with a tilt steering wheel. Adjust the tilt position with the release lever. Refer to Basic Maneuvering, in this section, for additional steering information. 210 Owner’s Manual...
  • Page 66 COBAL T BOWRIDER ECTION RIGHT TURN LEFT TURN BACKING TO LEFT Turn wheel to right—Stern Turn wheel to left—Stern Turn wheel to left—Stern will move to left. will move to right. will pull to left. COB_0062_A 210 Owner’s Manual...
  • Page 67 When leaving a mooring, you should already have enough space around the boat to maneuver. Untie from the mooring and move back slowly until you can see it. Proceed slowly while giving the buoy wide clearance. 210 Owner’s Manual...
  • Page 68 If you must approach the dock downwind or down current, use a slow speed and shallow angle. Be ready to reverse in order to stop and maintain position. 210 Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 69: Basic Maneuvering

    If the steering wheel remains in a centered position, the boat will wander back and forth slightly; however, the overall course of the boat will be a straight one. 210 Owner’s Manual...
  • Page 70 To use power trim effectively, start with the drive unit trimmed in. As the boat planes, increase the angle out. Experience is the best teacher for understanding proper drive trim. 210 Owner’s Manual...
  • Page 71 Some systems may include indicators to show position of the tabs and drive unit. STARBOARD TAB LOWERED STARBOARD STERN RISES PORT BOW LOWERS COB_0067_A LOWERS STERN RISES HULL WATER IS REDIRECTED CREATING UPWARD FORCE AT STERN COB_0068_A 210 Owner’s Manual...
  • Page 72 • Prepare the boat. Be sure all gear is properly accident. stowed and compartments are latched. • Weight distribution affects performance. Keep weight in the boat to a minimum and evenly distributed. 210 Owner’s Manual...
  • Page 73 Look for signs of underwater pipes or cables. With the engine off, you have no control of the boat. Water and wind conditions will affect an anchored boat. Be sure the anchor will hold before leaving the boat. 210 Owner’s Manual...
  • Page 74 DO NOT use deck cleats or place safety switch in the ON position. handrails. DO NOT allow anyone to be in line with the tow rope. Press and hold the toggle switch down to pay out sufficient rope/chain to set the anchor. 210 Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 75: Environmental Considerations

    This will help prevent damage from freezing. Upon removing your Cobalt boat from the water, leave the drive unit in the vertical position until cooling system has drained. Refer to your propulsion unit operator’s manual for additional information regarding winterization. 210 Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 76: Entertainment System

    The speakers can be damaged if struck by a sharp object or if the moving elements are restricted from movement. Do not store or place any sharp objects near the speakers, or restrict the element movement. 210 Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 77: Cobalt Instrumentation System

    (go to zero, or minimum reading). With the speedometer as the Data Interface Gauge, it will perform an LCD all-segments-on test. Once the initializations are complete, the gauges will be able to receive and display data. 210 Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 78: Helm And Instrumentation

    Cobalt dealer. equipment or lives. DO NOT jeopardize Refer to the engine operator’s manual for normal the safety of you or others to protect recommended ranges. your boat. 210 Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 79: Depth Gauge Display

    With the engine running at cruising speeds and above, it should show 12 to 14 volts. See your authorized Cobalt dealer and have the charging system checked if the voltmeter reads below these normal ranges. 210 Owner’s Manual...
  • Page 80 “NAV.” Press the switch blockage. See your authorized Cobalt dealer when toward the “ANC” and the anchoring/mooring light experiencing a high engine temperature reading. (360° white) will illuminate. 210 Owner’s Manual...
  • Page 81 • Operate blower for four minutes. • Verify blower operation. • Run blower below cruising speed. 14. TILT STEERING RELEASE LEVER - Adjusts the steering wheel angle to a comfortable operating position when the boat is not moving. 210 Owner’s Manual...
  • Page 82 Also, without engine power, the boat could slow rapidly. This could cause occupants and objects in the boat to be thrown forward. COB_0042_A 1 – Ignition Safety Switch 2 – Lanyard 3 – Hook 210 Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 83: Remote Control(S)

    Overheat Alarm Appearance - Coolant temperature is displayed in 23. SHIFT DETENT BUTTON - Press to shift from the Fuel Gauge, on an LCD, in the form of a NEUTRAL into FORWARD or REVERSE. bar-type histogram. 210 Owner’s Manual...
  • Page 84 Helm Fault Alarm Appearance - When the Helm Fault Alarm is received, the Tachometer LCD display, in the segmented digits, shows “H F”, alternating with the magnetic heading and any other alarm message, in 1.0 ±0.3 second intervals. 210 Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 85: Standard And Optional Equipment

    Lights, Tower Midship Cleats Recessed Hull-Side Logo Ski Tow Eye - Stainless Steel Sof-Trac Mat (std swim platform) Sof-Trac Mat (swim platform w/step) SS Tubular Platform Perimeter Rail Stainless Steel Engine Vents Stainless Steel Tower w/Bimini Top 210 Owner’s Manual...
  • Page 86 WSS Custom Interior (piping, monograms) Stereo AM-FM, Single CD Stereo w/6 Speakers iPod/MP3 Port Premium Sound System w/Transom Remote Satellite Radio System Speakers, SS Tower (req. dual batt) Speakers, WSS Tower - 1 Pr. Stereo Remote, Dash Stereo Remote, Transom 210 Owner’s Manual...
  • Page 87 Cruise Control (Perfect Pass) w/GPS Cruise Control, Volvo w/EVC Driver’s Rearview Mirror Fiberglass Cockpit Liner Fiberglass Stringer System Fire Extinguisher, Automatic System Fire Extinguisher, Manual Ignition Safety Switch Kevlar™ Reinforced Hull Stainless Steel Windshield Braces Through-Prop Exhaust Tool Kit 210 Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 88: Captain's Chair Adjustments And Operation

    DO NOT stand while driving above engine idle speeds and make sure 4. Height: Loosen the height adjustment clamp. all passengers are seated and seats are in a locked/secured position when the boat is underway. 210 Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 89: Extended Swim Platform/Boarding Ladder

    The boarding ladder is attached to the mechanism. boarding platform. The removable Use caution when stowing the ladder to prevent feature is for boat storage only. pinching fingers. 210 Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 90: Flip Down Swim Step - Optional

    If your table top has a platform. Do not allow the step to slam down. lever, tighten the lever. Always make sure the area in the platform is clear before closing the step. 210 Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 91: Ice Chest

    To operate the Cruise Control speed control system, set desired speed. Once your boat reaches the set speed, the Cruise Control will hold the Air Flow speed constant. For additional operating information, refer to Cruise Control operator’s manual in your owner’s packet. COB_0101_A 210 Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 92: Battery Switch

    If your Cobalt boat is equipped with a transom shower (optional), the system allows for potable (drinkable) water to be stored onboard for the transom shower. Refer to Section 1, Specifications, for the capacity of the water system. 210 Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 93: Bow Tonneau Cover - Optional

    “tent” the cover. 5. Walk-thru doors may be closed if desired. Do not use bow tonneau cover for extended storage. It is not designed for storage, but can be COB_0138_A used for overnight storage or trailering. 210 Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 94: Bimini Top - Optional

    5. Move forward bimini bow to top quick release position, and attach the short bimini poles to the forward bow and quick release. COB_0245_A 210 Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 95: Ski Tower Bimini Top - Optional

    Avoid injury or death. DO NOT overload the tower or use it for anything other than water sports. The ski tower maximum load is 1,000 lbs (454 kg). Only one skier can be towed with the tower. 210 Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 96: Wakeboard Racks - Optional

    3 – Stern Eyes racks can swivel and be adjusted at 90° increments by pressing the release pins. WARNING Avoid injury, death or property damage. Never anchor a boat from the stern, and keep the boat headed into the waves. 210 Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 97: Motor Box Assembly

    TOOL KIT - OPTIONAL A tool kit assists you with correcting minor mechanical and electrical problems. For location of the tool kit, refer to Section 1, Layout. 210 Owner’s Manual...
  • Page 98 COBAL T BOWRIDER ECTION NOTES 210 Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 99: Introduction

    210 Owner’s Manual ECTION YSTEMS INTRODUCTION This section discusses the mechanical, electronic, and manual operating systems of your Cobalt boat. It describes basic operating characteristics and provides information for efficient use of the equipment, and for prevention of casualties. Be sure to read and understand all information provided before operating its systems.
  • Page 100 XM ANTENNA INT, LIGHT SPEAKER TOWER SPEAKERS HOURMETER FIRE STEREO AMP POWER SWITCH EXT.IND. & REMOTE ACC. PLUG/ XM POWER INT.LT. ANCHOR LT. STEREO & G/BOX LT. AMP POWER FOR S/P LIGHT STERN/NAV STEREO REMOTE MALE END 4 CHANNEL AMP TO STEREO &...

  • Page 101: Fuel Routing

    YSTEMS FUEL ROUTING FUEL VENT HOSES (x2) FUEL FILL HOSE FUEL LINE TO ENGINE COB_0277_A 210 Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 102: Water/Plumbing

    COBAL T BOWRIDER ECTION WATER/PLUMBING Fresh Water FRESH WATER TO TRANSOM SHOWER COB_0231_A PUMP 210 Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 103: Water System

    This will allow oxygen to the fire, and flashback can DOCKING STEREO LIGHTS occur. When the fire extinguisher discharge occurs, turn off all engines, AIR/WATER TRIM TAB PUMP bilge blowers and electrical system components. ACCESSORY ACCESSORY COB_0128A_A 210 Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 104: Fuses

    20 amp (located at battery switch) Amplifier 40 amp (located at battery switch) Bilge Pump 1000 GPH 5 amp (located behind dash) Head Blower* 3” 6 amp Head Blower* 4” 6 amp *Fuses are located behind the dash panel. 210 Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 105: Lighting/Bulb Replacement

    Chrome Courtesy Light (Round) Overhead Console Light GE 912 Dome Light Ice Chest Instrument Lighting Tachometer 194 SF2 Speedometer 194 SD2 Voltmeter 658 S11 Oil Pressure 658 SH2 Temperature 658 SC2 Fuel 658 SC2 Trim 658 SC2 210 Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 106: Battery Connections

    Loose battery connections can cause errant signals to the boat’s electrical system. Read and understand the safety information on or supplied with your battery(ies). Maintain the battery(ies) following the manufacturer’s recommendations. COB_0090_A 210 Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 107: Vinyl Interior And Upholstery

    210 Owner’s Manual ECTION NTERIOR XTERIOR The best way to take care of your Cobalt boat is For surface mildew, if none of the above solutions with prevention and proper care. All of the care provide the desired results, clean with a solution of methods within this section may not apply to your 20% household bleach and 80% water.

  • Page 108: Sea Grass Floor Covering Cleaning Instructions

    Either is effective in picking up and removing dirt. If a vacuum cleaner is used, the beater brushes should be lowered so it brushes the surface of the Plynyl to release dirt and brush out scuffs. 210 Owner’s Manual...
  • Page 109 Plynyl without abrading the fabric. You can find Whittaker products at www.rewhittaker.com, or call them at 800-422-7686. GLS, Crystal Dry and Carpet Roamer are all trademark names of the R.E. Whittaker Co. 210 Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 110: Spot And Stain Removal

    5 minutes. Rinse the area with water only in order to remove the bleach residue. Allow to dry completely before trafficking. Some stains may require a professional to complete the stain-removal process. 210 Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 111: Cabinetry And Wood

    NOTICE: Teak sealers and cleaned surface in one easy application. cleaners can be harmful to other materials. Make sure you thoroughly remove any spills or excess. Teak should not be varnished. The natural oils in teak will cause poor adhesion. 210 Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 112: Deck And Hull Care

    High-quality stainless steel cleaners and conditioners are commercially available. Rinse with fresh water and wipe dry with towel or chamois after each use. * 3M carries a complete line of fiberglass care products. 210 Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 113: Corrosion Protection

    A self-sacrificing anode can be mounted to your smoothly. Cobalt boat to help prevent damage to metal components from galvanic corrosion. The anode will require frequent inspections. If the anode shows deterioration of 50% or more, it must be replaced for continued protection. 210 Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 114: Salt Water

    (no more than 100°F). Rinse thoroughly to remove soap. DO NOT USE DETERGENTS. Allow to air dry. Do not store canvas wet or in an unventilated, moist area. 210 Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 115: Special Cleaning Problems

    “303 HIGH TECH FABRIC GUARD” after it and to maintain long trouble-free service. The most has been cleaned. vulnerable part of the zipper is where they start. Use care when starting zipper to prevent damage. 210 Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 116: Snap Fasteners

    MARINE GROWTH If marine growth is a problem in your boating area, it may be necessary to apply anti-fouling paint to the hull to slow growth and prevent gelcoat damage. Consult your authorized Cobalt dealer for recommendations. 210 Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 117: Maintenance And Troubleshooting

    210 Owner’s Manual ECTION AINTENANCE AND ROUBLESHOOTING SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE Use the following chart to establish your maintenance routine. Detailed information AND SERVICE concerning the task is listed in this section. Your Cobalt boat may not include all of the features...

  • Page 118: Break-In

    4. Check the air conditioning and generator described in Before Each Use, Step 3. seawater strainers for leaks and accumulation of debris. • If a hose is leaking or damaged, close the appropriate seacock. Consult your authorized Cobalt dealer for repairs. 210 Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 119: Every 100 Hours

    Have your authorized Cobalt dealer repair all electrical problems. An electrical problem must be treated seriously. DANGER TEST RESET Avoid fire or explosion. Whenever checking for electrical problems, use extreme caution. Fuel and fumes are extremely flammable and explosive. COB_0079_A 210 Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 120: Fuel System

    Slings must be the flat, 2 – Gap between hull and cradle — wrong wide-belting type. Do not use cable-type slings. The spreader bars used with the slings must be wide enough to avoid pressure to the gunwales. 210 Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 121: Storage/Winterization

    Section 5, Interior and Exterior Care. Cover the boat with the mooring cover. If a temporary poly cover, such as shrink wrap, is used, your authorized Cobalt dealer will install several vents to provide adequate ventilation to prevent mold or mildew. 210 Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 122: Cockpit Heater

    The removable feature is for boat storage only. Cockpit Heater To winterize the optional cockpit heater, remove the two 5/8-inch cockpit heater hoses from the engine. Pump antifreeze into one hose until entire heater system is filled. 210 Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 123: Engine

    Boat overloaded – reduce load. Boat trim – distribute boat load evenly. Improper propeller selection – see your authorized Cobalt dealer. Excessive bilge water – check for excessive water, drain bilge. Boat hull condition – clean if marine growth is present. 210 Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 124: Electrical

    Damaged freshwater pump, restriction or obstruction in water line – see your authorized sink Cobalt dealer. Head will not flush Head circuit breaker tripped or in OFF position – correct the problem and reset; turn circuit breaker ON. Line to waste tank blocked – see your authorized Cobalt dealer. 210 Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 125: Operation Quick Reference

    210 Owner’s Manual ECTION EFERENCE AND ORMS OPERATION QUICK Pre-Operation REFERENCE • Test operation of carbon monoxide detector. • Open all seacocks and check for leaks. Your safety, the safety of your passengers and • Check seawater strainers for leaks and other boats are among your responsibilities as accumulation of debris.

  • Page 126: Starting Engines

    Returning to Port the boat. • Come to a stop a short distance from the dock, • Secure lockers, hatches and canvas as then proceed slowly. equipped. • Have your fenders, mooring lines and the crew ready. 210 Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 127: Service Log

    EFERENCE AND ORMS SERVICE LOG Date Hour Reading Service/Repairs Performed 210 Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 128: Fuel Log

    COBAL T BOWRIDER ECTION FUEL LOG Gallons/ Gallons/ Date Gallons Hours Date Gallons Hours Hour Hour 210 Owner’s Manual...
  • Page 129 Radio: Yes Type Freq Destination Est. Time of Arrival Expect to Return By Auto Type License No. Parked If not returned by call the Coast Guard, or (Local Authority). Coast Guard Telephone Number: Local Authority Telephone Number: 210 Owner’s Manual...
  • Page 130 DVD Make and Model Number Serial Number Stereo Make and Model Number Serial Number TV, Cabin Make and Model Number Serial Number TV, Mid-berth Make and Model Number Serial Number Subwoofer Make and Model Number Serial Number 210 Owner’s Manual...
  • Page 131 To transfer your extended powertrain and accessory coverage, refer to the transfer form in the Premium Marine Protection Booklet (US & Canadian Only) located in your Cobalt Boat Bag or your Passport Marine Service Agreement (International Only). Thank you for purchasing a Cobalt. I decline the Cobalt Warranty Transfer 210 Owner’s Manual...
  • Page 132 COBAL T BOWRIDER ECTION NOTES 210 Owner’s Manual...
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