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
222 Owner’s Manual ABLE OF ONTENTS 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 Fire/Explosion ..................3-1 FIRST TIME OPERATION ................. 3-1 FUEL ......................3-2 Fuel Requirements ................3-2 Fueling ....................3-2 LAUNCHING ....................3-4 Launching Checklist ................3-4 On the Water..................3-4 Boarding ....................3-4 Loading ....................3-4 Shipshape .................... 3-4 222 Owner’s Manual...
Page 5 TIE DOWN LOCATIONS ................. 3-37 WAKEBOARD RACKS - OPTIONAL ............3-37 MOTOR BOX ASSEMBLY OR ELECTRIC MOTOR BOX ASSEMBLY - OPTIONAL ..................3-38 TOOL KIT - OPTIONAL ................3-38 SYSTEMS INTRODUCTION..................4-1 ELECTRICAL WIRING HARNESS ............4-2 222 Owner’s Manual...
Page 6 Salt Water .................... 5-6 CANVAS ....................5-7 Cleaning Canvas .................. 5-7 Special Cleaning Problems ..............5-7 OTHER CANVAS COMPONENTS ............5-8 Clear Vinyl “Isinglass” ................5-8 Zippers ....................5-8 Snap Fasteners ..................5-8 WINDSHIELD..................... 5-8 BILGE......................5-8 MARINE GROWTH..................5-8 222 Owner’s Manual...
Page 7 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 FLOAT PLAN ..................... 7-5 BOAT INFORMATION ................7-6 222 Owner’s Manual...
Page 8 COBAL T NOTES 222 Owner’s Manual...
Page 9: General Information
ECTION 222 Owner’s Manual 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
Cobalt dealer, and/or to and from the Cobalt plant in Neodesha, Kansas, for warranty repairs, shall be at Owner’s expense. Repair of blisters, when authorized by Cobalt, are covered by this warranty, provided the original factory gelcoat surface has not been altered in any way. 222 Owner’s Manual...
Page 11 Cobalt within thirty (30) days after the discovery of the alleged basis for any warranty claim. The five (5) year extended 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. 222 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. 222 Owner’s Manual...
Page 13: Owner Responsibility/ Warranty Procedure
Your warranties are transferable. If you sell your Cobalt boat to anyone other than an authorized Cobalt dealer, please call Cobalt Boats for the appropriate warranty transfer information (620-325-2653). If the proper transfer procedures are not followed, future warranty may be denied. 222 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. 222 Owner’s Manual...
Page 15: Warning Labels
PROLONGED EXPOSURE TO CO WILL CAUSE BRAIN STORAGE PURPOSES ONLY. DAMAGE OR DEATH. Extended Swim Platform Extended Swim Platform 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 222 Owner’s Manual...
Page 16 Helm CAUTION TO AVOID INJURY, GLASS DOOR MUST BE SECURED IN A CLOSED AND LOCKED POSITION WHEN BOAT IS UNDER WAY. USE BOTH TURN LOCKS TO SECURE DOOR. Walk-Through Door/Windshield Engine Compartment Helm Helm (California Only) COB_0019_A 222 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. 222 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. 222 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. 222 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 222 Owner’s Manual...
Page 21: Specifications
7' 6" (2.29 m) Draft, Drive Up 26" (0.66 m) Draft, Drive Down 36" (0.91 m) Dry Weight (can vary with optional equipment) 4100 lbs (1860 kg) Boat Certified Capacity 12 persons/1800 lbs w/gear (816 kg w/gear) 222 Owner’s Manual...
Page 22: Layout
14. Optional Trim Switch 15. Optional Stereo Remote 16. Ski Tow 17. Boarding Ladder/Swim Platform 18. Bilge Pump 19. Wet Locker 20. Anchor Light Receptacle 21. Ice Chest, Insulated - Molded In 22. Glove Box 23. Bow Seat Storage COB_0167_A 222 Owner’s Manual...
Page 23: Propeller Application Chart
480404 3850300 17 PT 480763 3862462 VOLVO 5.7 OSi 1.96 F5's 480462 3851495 VOLVO 5.7 Gi 1.95 1.95 F5's 480462 3851495 VOLVO 5.7 GXi 1.51 1.51 VOLVO 5.7 GXi 1.95 1.95 F5's 480462 3851495 VOLVO 5.7 OSXi 222 Owner’s Manual...
Page 24: Alphabetical Index
Cleaning Deck and Hull ....5-4 Features/Construction ....1-6 222 Owner’s Manual...
Page 25 Lifesaving Equipment ....2-9 Preventive Steps ..... . . 5-4 222 Owner’s Manual...
Page 26 Water/Plumbing ......4-4 Special Situations ..... 2-22 Waterfall Bubinga or Birdseye Maple Dash . . . 5-3 222 Owner’s Manual...
Page 27 Windshield ......5-8 Zippers....... 5-8 222 Owner’s Manual...
Page 28 COBAL T ECTION NOTES 222 Owner’s Manual...
Page 29: Responsibilities And Safety
ECTION 222 Owner’s Manual 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. 222 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. 222 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. 222 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. 222 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. 222 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. 222 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. 222 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 on FLOTATION AIDS board or being towed, and at least one Type IV KC-0042C throwable PFD in the boat. 222 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. 222 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. 222 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. 222 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. 222 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. 222 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. 222 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 222 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. 222 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. 222 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: 222 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. 222 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 222 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. 222 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 222 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 222 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. 222 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. 222 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 222 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. 222 Owner’s Manual...
Page 57: Operating Information
ECTION 222 Owner’s Manual 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.
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. 222 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. 222 Owner’s Manual...
Page 60: 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. 222 Owner’s Manual...
Page 61: 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. 222 Owner’s Manual...
Page 62: 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. 222 Owner’s Manual...
Page 63 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 RE-FUELING. engine. • TURN OFF ENGINE WHEN SWIMMERS ARE NEAR BOAT. 222 Owner’s Manual...
Page 64 • 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. 222 Owner’s Manual...
Page 65 PERATING NFORMATION 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 222 Owner’s Manual...
Page 66 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. 222 Owner’s Manual...
Page 67 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. 222 Owner’s Manual...
Page 68: 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. 222 Owner’s Manual...
Page 69 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. 222 Owner’s Manual...
Page 70 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 222 Owner’s Manual...
Page 71 • 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. 222 Owner’s Manual...
Page 72 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. 222 Owner’s Manual...
Page 73 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. 222 Owner’s Manual...
Page 74: 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. 222 Owner’s Manual...
Page 75: Entertainment System
For a list of what is standard, or is available for your entertainment system, refer to Standard Equipment or Optional Equipment in this section. 222 Owner’s Manual...
Page 76: Cobalt Instrumentation System
This is not unusual, nor does it indicate a problem with either the trim sender or the gauge. Fuel Gauges: Fuel gauges may “bounce” from fuel sloshing in the tank. This does not necessarily indicate a problem with the gauge or sender. 222 Owner’s Manual...
Page 77: Helm And Instrumentation
DO NOT jeopardize cause or see your authorized Cobalt dealer. the safety of you or others to protect your boat. Refer to the engine operator’s manual for normal recommended ranges. 222 Owner’s Manual...
Page 78: Basic Depth Sounder Operation
Use one third of your fuel to go out, one third to plane. Use this gauge in combination with the trim come back and one third as a reserve. switches located in the throttle control. 222 Owner’s Manual...
Page 79 Cobalt boat between sunset and sunrise, and when day time visibility is limited. Also, check with 18. DOCKING LIGHTS (Optional) - This switch the local authorities before operating your boat for operates the docking lights. other requirements concerning the use of navigational lights. 222 Owner’s Manual...
Page 80 Refer to the Fire Suppression owner’s manual in the ignition safety switch, shutting off the engine. the Skipper’s Kit for complete details. COB_0042_A 1 – Ignition Safety Switch 2 – Lanyard 3 – Hook 222 Owner’s Manual...
Page 81: Remote Control(S)
(all one size) grouped together and throttle levers (all one size, and larger than the shift levers) grouped together. 22. SHIFT DETENT BUTTON - Press to shift from NEUTRAL into FORWARD or REVERSE. 222 Owner’s Manual...
Page 82 HOUR METER - An hour meter for each engine is ENGINE located in the engine HOURS compartment. The hour meter accumulates the operating hours of the engine. KC-0782 222 Owner’s Manual...
Page 83: Standard Equipment
Extended Service Agreement Composite Transom – Composite Floor – Fiberglass Cockpit Liner Deck – Fiberglass Stringer System Fire Extinguisher, Manual 2-2, 4-5 Ignition Safety Switch 3-24 Kevlar™ Reinforced Hull Stainless Steel Windshield Braces – Battery Switch - Single 3-33 222 Owner’s Manual...
Page 84: Optional Equipment
Adjustable Seat Pedestals (hi-back chairs) 3-30 Aft Walk-Thru Carpet – Aft Walk-Thru Filler Cushion(s) – Air Compressor w/Holder 3-32 Bow Cushion Insert 3-32 Dinette Table 3-32 Rivulet Carpet Upgrade (sand interior only) – Stainless Steel Foot Tread (helm only) – 222 Owner’s Manual...
Page 85 Captain’s Call Plus (w/Mufflers) Closed Cooling System (Volvo only) Cruise Control (n/a w/Mercury big block or twin engines) 3-33 Fire Extinguisher, Automatic System CE Fire Extinguisher, Automatic System – Stainless Prop Exchange – Tool Kit 3-38 Trim Tabs 3-14 222 Owner’s Manual...
Page 86: 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. 222 Owner’s Manual...
Page 87: Extended Swim Platform/Boarding Ladder
The extended swim platform must be attached to the boat when it is in use. The boarding ladder is attached to the boarding platform. The removable feature is for boat storage only. 222 Owner’s Manual...
Page 88: Volvo Penta Ocean Series Outdrive
BOW CUSHION INSERT - COB_0097_A OPTIONAL Cap the anchor light socket when the anchor light is removed. The bow area can be converted into a sun deck by placing the bow cushion insert. Position inserts to create the sun deck. 222 Owner’s Manual...
Page 89: Cruise Control - Optional
“both” position, but this is Consult your authorized Cobalt dealer for not recommended for extended periods. In the OFF winterization requirements. position, the boat will be isolated from the batteries, except for the automatic bilge pump. 222 Owner’s Manual...
Page 90: Bow Tonneau Cover - Optional
3. Pull elastic cords over discs on transom, starting in the center and working outboard (you may have to readjust the support poles for proper fit). 4. Continue snapping up the sides. 5. The walk-thru doors may be closed if desired. 222 Owner’s Manual...
Page 91: Pop-Up Ski Tow
The ski tower can be lowered for storage but is not practical for daily storage. To lay the tower down: Using the wrench supplied: 1. Loosen the forward mount bolts, but do not remove them. 2. Support the tower and remove the aft mount bolts. 222 Owner’s Manual...
Page 92: Transom Tilt Switch - Optional
2. Remove the four screws (2) and bottom portion your boat has twin engines, each drive unit will of the clamps (port and starboard). have a switch. 3. Lift the sunshade straight up and remove. COB_0152 COB_0151 222 Owner’s Manual...
Page 93: Tie Down Locations
The WARNING racks can swivel and be adjusted at 90° increments by pressing the release pins. Avoid injury, death or property damage. Never anchor a boat from the stern, and keep the boat headed into the waves. 222 Owner’s Manual...
Page 94: Motor Box Assembly Or Electric Motor Box Assembly - Optional
In the event of battery failure or storage, the motor box can be opened manually. 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. 222 Owner’s Manual...
Page 95: Systems
ECTION 222 Owner’s Manual 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 96: Electrical Wiring Harness
COBAL T ECTION ELECTRICAL WIRING HARNESS COB_0134_A 222 Owner’s Manual...
Page 97: Fuel Routing
YSTEMS FUEL ROUTING FUEL TANK Engine COB_0025_A 222 Owner’s Manual...
Page 98: Water/Plumbing
COBAL T ECTION WATER/PLUMBING Fresh Water FUEL TANK PUMP FRESH WATER IN FRESHWATER TANK (10-GAL) FLOW FILTER TO TRANSOM Engine SHOWER COB_0135_A 222 Owner’s Manual...
Page 99: 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 222 Owner’s Manual...
Page 100: 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. 222 Owner’s Manual...
Page 101: 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 222 Owner’s Manual...
Page 102: 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 222 Owner’s Manual...
Page 103: Vinyl Interior And Upholstery
ECTION 222 Owner’s Manual NTERIOR XTERIOR The best way to take care of your Cobalt boat is The vinyl manufacturer or Cobalt Boats warranties with prevention and proper care. All of the care do not cover vinyl staining from suntan lotions.
Page 104 Do not apply water or try to wash a butter, oil or grease spot. Hair oil tonic Blood NOTICE: DO NOT use saddle soap, cleaning solvents, Urine furniture polish, oils, varnish, Grape juice abrasive cleaners, soaps or Olive oil ammonia water. Chocolate Ketchup Baby oil 222 Owner’s Manual...
Page 105: Cabinetry And Wood
Waterfall Bubinga or Birdseye Maple Dash Your Cobalt boat may be equipped with an optional Waterfall Bubinga or Birdseye Maple Dash. CARPET Vacuum the carpet on a regular basis. Use household carpet stain removers and cleaners to clean the carpet. 222 Owner’s Manual...
Page 106: Deck And Hull
See your authorized Cobalt dealer for gelcoat finish. Please check with your authorized further information. Cobalt dealer for more information on the subject. * 3M carries a complete line of fiberglass care products. 222 Owner’s Manual...
Page 107: Corrosion Protection
Every six months, treat plumbing connections in the galley and head areas. Once a year, apply to hinges, locks and sliding tracks of doors and windows to keep them properly lubricated and functioning smoothly. 222 Owner’s Manual...
Page 108: Other Areas
A self-sacrificing anode can be mounted to your 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. 222 Owner’s Manual...
Page 109: Canvas
(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. 222 Owner’s Manual...
Page 110: Other Canvas Components
Use care when starting zipper to prevent damage. the hull to slow growth and prevent gelcoat damage. Consult your authorized Cobalt dealer for recommendations. 222 Owner’s Manual...
Page 111: Scheduled Maintenance And Service
ECTION 222 Owner’s Manual 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 112: 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. 222 Owner’s Manual...
Page 113: 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 222 Owner’s Manual...
Page 114: 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. 222 Owner’s Manual...
Page 115: 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. 222 Owner’s Manual...
Page 116: 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. 222 Owner’s Manual...
Page 117: 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. 222 Owner’s Manual...
Page 118: 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. 222 Owner’s Manual...
Page 119: Reference And Forms
ECTION 222 Owner’s Manual EFERENCE AND ORMS OPERATION QUICK Pre-Operation • Test operation of carbon monoxide detector. REFERENCE • 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 120: 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. 222 Owner’s Manual...
Page 121: Service Log
EFERENCE AND ORMS SERVICE LOG Date Hour Reading Service/Repairs Performed 222 Owner’s Manual...
Page 122: Fuel Log
COBAL T ECTION FUEL LOG Gallons/ Gallons/ Date Gallons Hours Date Gallons Hours Hour Hour 222 Owner’s Manual...
Page 123: Float Plan
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: 222 Owner’s Manual...
Page 124: Boat Information
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 222 Owner’s Manual...

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