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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 Powertrain Warranty ............................................................ 1-5
If You Sell Your Cobalt Boat................................................................. 1-5
CERTIFICATIONS ..................................................................................... 1-6
NMMA .................................................................................................. 1-6
MerCruiser............................................................................................ 1-6
Volvo Penta .......................................................................................... 1-6
FEATURES/CONSTRUCTION .................................................................. 1-6
Amenities.............................................................................................. 1-6
Construction Standards/Certifications .................................................. 1-6
Serial Number Locations ...................................................................... 1-6
WARNING LABELS ................................................................................... 1-7
PUBLICATIONS ......................................................................................... 1-9
NAUTICAL TERMS .................................................................................... 1-9
SYMBOLS ................................................................................................ 1-12
SPECIFICATIONS ................................................................................... 1-13
LAYOUT ................................................................................................... 1-14
PROPELLER APPLICATION CHART ..................................................... 1-15
ALPHABETICAL INDEX .......................................................................... 1-16
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  • Page 1: Table Of Contents

    232 Owner’s Manual Table of Contents 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 Powertrain Warranty ............
  • Page 2 Bowrider RESPONSIBILITIES AND SAFETY OWNER/OPERATOR RESPONSIBILITIES ..........2-1 Registration/Documentation ..............2-1 Required Safety Equipment ..............2-2 Recommended Safety Equipment ............2-2 Recommended Spare Parts ..............2-3 Education Opportunities ............... 2-3 Insurance ..................... 2-3 BOAT THEORY ..................2-3 Remote Control System ............... 2-3 Steering System ...................
  • Page 3 Table of Contents OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT................. 3-26 CAPTAIN’S CHAIR ADJUSTMENTS AND OPERATION ......3-28 SUN DECK....................3-28 EXTENDED SWIM PLATFORM / BOARDING LADDER......3-28 VOLVO PENTA OCEAN SERIES OUTDRIVE ........3-29 WINDSHIELD HOOK ................3-29 COCKPIT DINETTE TABLE (OPTIONAL) ..........3-29 BOW SEAT STORAGE................
  • Page 4 Bowrider CABINETRY AND WOOD ................. 5-3 Cabinetry ....................5-3 Rosewood Dash ................... 5-3 Waterfall Bubinga or Birdseye Maple Dash ......... 5-3 Teak Swim Platform ................5-3 Cedar ....................5-3 CARPET..................... 5-3 DECK AND HULL ..................5-4 Cleaning Deck and Hull................ 5-4 Deck and Hull Care ................
  • Page 5 Table of Contents STORAGE/WINTERIZATION ..............6-5 Re-activating the Boat after Storage ............ 6-5 Cockpit Heater..................6-6 TROUBLESHOOTING ................6-6 Engine ....................6-7 Electrical....................6-8 Plumbing ....................6-8 REFERENCE AND FORMS OPERATION QUICK REFERENCE ............7-1 Before Launching: ................7-1 Pre-Operation:..................7-1 Starting Engines ...................
  • Page 6 Bowrider NOTES...

  • Page 7: General Information

    Section 1 232 Owner’s Manual General Information 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 8: 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. 232 Owner’s Manual...
  • Page 9 Cobalt boat or by an authorized Cobalt dealer to Cobalt within thirty (30) days after the discovery of the alleged basis for any warranty claim. 232 Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 10: 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. 232 Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 11: 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 (800-468-5764 or 620-325-2653). If the proper transfer procedures are not followed, future warranty may be denied. 232 Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 12: 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. 232 Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 13: 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 232 Owner’s Manual...
  • Page 14 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 232 Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 15: 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. 232 Owner’s Manual...
  • Page 16 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. 232 Owner’s Manual...
  • Page 17 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. 232 Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 18: 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 232 Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 19: Specifications

    Capacity, Fuel 50 gallons (189 L) Capacity, Water - optional 10 gallons (37.9 L) Capacity, Weight 2250 lbs. (930 kg) Capacity, Persons 13 Persons * Weights are estimated and can vary from the options and equipment added. 232 Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 20: Layout

    Ignition Safety Bimini Top Switch Storage Ice Chest Fire Extinguisher/ Storage/Optional Fuel Fill Vacuum Optional Anchor Water Fill Light Receptacle Ski Tow Pylon/Water Sport Storage Optional Transom Shower Battery Selector Switch Ski Tow Pylon Receptacle COB 0012 A 232 Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 21: Propeller Application Chart

    5.7 GXi 1.51 1.51 VOLVO 5.7 GXi 1.95 1.95 F5’S 480462 3851495 VOLVO 5.7 OSXi 1.96 1.96 VOLVO 8.1 Gi 1.78 1.78 F7’S 480464 3851497 VOLVO 8.1 OSi VOLVO 8.1 GXi 1.78 1.78 ** Standard with Thru-Transom Exhaust 232 Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 22: Alphabetical Index

    Collisions/Leaks......2-8 Foreign Species ......2-7 232 Owner’s Manual...
  • Page 23 MerCruiser ......1-6 Rosewood Dash ......5-3 232 Owner’s Manual...
  • Page 24 Troubleshooting ......6-6 Uniform State Regulatory Markers ..2-23 Unscheduled Maintenance ....6-3 232 Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 25: Responsibilities And Safety

    Section 2 232 Owner’s Manual Responsibilities and Safety 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 26: Required Safety Equipment

    • Boat hook in operable condition and accessible location. Your • Sun glasses and sun block lotion Cobalt boat is equipped with a portable fire extinguisher and may have a fixed system fire extinguisher. 232 Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 27: 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. 232 Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 28: Electrical Systems

    While operating your boat, frequently check that the control and steering system continue to operate smoothly. Monitor your gauges for signs of abnormal behavior. Beware of any excessive vibration. Refer to Section 3, Before Starting Checklist. 232 Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 29: 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. 232 Owner’s Manual...
  • Page 30 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. 232 Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 31: Components, Maintenance And Repairs

    If the boat mean the difference between losing and saving a is abandoned, swim up wind, far enough life. to avoid fuel that may spread over the surface of the water. 232 Owner’s Manual...
  • Page 32 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. 232 Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 33: 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 KC-0042C board or being towed, and at least one Type IV throwable PFD in the boat. 232 Owner’s Manual...
  • Page 34 • 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. 232 Owner’s Manual...
  • Page 35 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. 232 Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 36: Safety

    Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury. WARNING Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury. 232 Owner’s Manual...
  • Page 37 • 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. 232 Owner’s Manual...
  • Page 38 You are required to emit a five-second operating a boat under the influence of blast from your horn or whistle once every minute. alcohol and other drugs. These Additionally, have passengers wear PFDs and regulations are actively enforced. observe for oncoming vessels. 232 Owner’s Manual...
  • Page 39 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. 232 Owner’s Manual...
  • Page 40 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 232 Owner’s Manual...
  • Page 41 Excessive Noise Noise limits are regulated in many areas. Be sure to follow regulations and be courteous. 232 Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 42: Water Sports Safety

    • Do not use any fuel burning appliances with a transom exhaust port when swimming from the stern swim platform. DANGER Avoid injury or death. Do not practice unsafe water sports. 232 Owner’s Manual...
  • Page 43 The USCG issued a corrective action. Seek medical SAFETY ALERT on August 28, 2001 which covers attention if necessary. some issues of improper use of the boarding ladder/swim platform. The SAFETY ALERT and portions of the information follow: 232 Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 44: Navigation

    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. 232 Owner’s Manual...
  • Page 45 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 232 Owner’s Manual...
  • Page 46 • Pass south or west of RED-TOPPED WHITE buoy. • RED and WHITE VERTICALLY STRIPED buoy indicates boat should pass outside of the buoy (away from shore). 232 Owner’s Manual...
  • Page 47 DANGER BOATS INFORMATION AREA KEEP OUT DO NOT PASS SPECIAL NAVIGATE TO NAVIGATE TO BETWEEN SHORE PURPOSE STARBOARD PORT FACING AND BUOY FACING UPSTREAM UPSTREAM NAVIGATE TO NAVIGATE TO MID-CHANNEL SOUTH OR WEST NORTH OR EAST COB_0036_A 232 Owner’s Manual...
  • Page 48 Lights, bells and horns are used on buoys for night or poor visibility conditions. Buoys with unique light flashing characteristics are identified on nautical charts with the specific flashing pattern. 232 Owner’s Manual...
  • Page 49 Most minor Some light structures may be equipped with radio lights are part of a series to mark a channel, river or beacons, radar reflectors and/or signals. harbor. 232 Owner’s Manual...
  • Page 50 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 232 Owner’s Manual...
  • Page 51 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. 232 Owner’s Manual...
  • Page 52 Section 2 Bowrider NOTES 232 Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 53: Operating Information

    Section 3 232 Owner’s Manual Operating Information FIRST TIME OPERATION This section is not intended to provide complete training on all aspects of boat operation. WARNING We strongly recommend that all operators of this Cobalt boat seek additional training on boat Avoid injury or death.

  • Page 54: Fueling

    Practice the One Third Rule: one third to reach the destination, one third to return and one third in reserve. 2. Avoid fueling at night, except under well-lighted conditions. 232 Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 55: Launching

    • Be sure the lights, horn, bilge pumps and other To close: electrical equipment are in proper operating condition. Reinstall cap, press and turn clockwise. The fuel cap key is not necessary unless the cap is overtightened. 232 Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 56: Boarding

    To prevent injury, make sure the engine is off when swimmers, divers and skiers are boarding. Overloading of passengers, personal equipment and supplies could result in an accident, especially in rough waters. Maintain a balanced load at all times. 232 Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 57: 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. 232 Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 58: Handling Dock And Mooring Lines

    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. 232 Owner’s Manual...
  • Page 59 • TURN OFF ENGINE AND ALL ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS WHILE RE-FUELING. 5. Allow the engine to warm up. Check the water temperature gauge to be sure water • TURN OFF ENGINE WHEN SWIMMERS ARE temperature remains within the specified range. NEAR BOAT. 232 Owner’s Manual...
  • Page 60 Refer to Basic Maneuvering, in this section, for Your Cobalt boat is equipped with a tilt steering additional steering information. wheel. Adjust the tilt position by grasping the levers on both sides of the wheel. 232 Owner’s Manual...
  • Page 61 Operating Information 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 232 Owner’s Manual...
  • Page 62 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. 232 Owner’s Manual...
  • Page 63 If you must approach the dock downwind or down current, use a slow speed and shallow angle. Be ready to reverse to stop and maintain position. 232 Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 64: 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. 232 Owner’s Manual...
  • Page 65 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. 232 Owner’s Manual...
  • Page 66 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 232 Owner’s Manual...
  • Page 67 • The propellers should be of the proper pitch to turn the recommended rpm rating for the engine with an average boat load. Refer to your propulsion unit operator’s manual for additional information. 232 Owner’s Manual...
  • Page 68 An anchor will usually hold best in a mixture of mud and clay or in hard sand. A Danforth anchor is recommended for general boating. For more information on anchors, contact your authorized Cobalt dealer. 232 Owner’s Manual...
  • Page 69 Lower the anchor. On dash control, handrails. Do not allow anyone to be in place safety switch in the ON position. line with the tow rope. Press and hold the toggle switch down to pay out sufficient rope/chain to set the anchor. 232 Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 70: 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. 232 Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 71: 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. 232 Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 72: Helm And Instrumentation

    Cobalt dealer. make the right decision on saving equipment or lives. Do not jeopardize the safety of you or others to protect your boat. 232 Owner’s Manual...
  • Page 73 8. TRIM (Trim Gauge) - This gauge indicates the engine. angle position of the engines’ outdrive relative to the position of the bow, up or down when boat is on plane. Use this gauge in combination with the trim switches located in the throttle control. 232 Owner’s Manual...
  • Page 74 Limit the accessory to 10 Amps. visible from 360° and will remain on when operating the navigational lights. 21. DIMMER SWITCH - Controls the intensity of the gauge cluster lighting. 12. INTERIOR LIGHTS - This switch provides illumination within the cockpit. 232 Owner’s Manual...
  • Page 75 Also, without engine power, the boat could slow rapidly. This could cause occupants and objects in the boat to be thrown COB_0042_A forward. 1 – Ignition Safety Switch 2 – Lanyard 3 – Hook 232 Owner’s Manual...
  • Page 76 To shift, move the lever FORWARD or pull it back for REVERSE. Advancing the lever beyond the shift position increases engine rpm. DO NOT shift when the engine is not running. Refer to the engine operator’s manual for more information and functions of the remote control. 232 Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 77: Standard Equipment

    Structure / Safety / Performance Battery Switch - Single 3-31 Composite Transom Fiberglass Cockpit Liner Deck Fiberglass Stringer System Fire Extinguisher, Manual Ignition Safety Switch 3-23 Kevlar Reinforced Hull Stainless Steel Windshield Braces/Windshield Hook 3-29 Thru-Prop Exhaust 232 Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 78: Optional Equipment

    Air Compressor 3-30 Dinette Table Lumbar Support (High Back Captain’s Chairs) Removable Bow Seat Cushions 3-30 Rivulet Carpet Upgrade Stainless Steel Foot Tread Structure / Safety / Performance Anti-Corrosion System Battery Switch - Dual 3-31 Captain’s Call Exhaust 232 Owner’s Manual...
  • Page 79 Captain’s Call Plus (w/Mufflers) CE Fire Extinguisher, Automatic System Cruise Control (n/a w/big block Mercury engines) 3-31 Fire Extinguisher, Automatic System 2-7, 4-5 Self-Contained Cooling System Stainless Prop Exchange Thru-Transom Exhaust Thru-Transom Exhaust w/Mufflers Tool Kit 3-34 Trim Tabs 3-13 232 Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 80: Captain's Chair Adjustments And Operation

    DANGER Avoid potential injury or ejection of occupants. Do not stand while driving above engine idle speeds and make sure all passengers are seated and seats are in a locked/secured position when the boat is underway. COB_0084_A 232 Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 81: Volvo Penta Ocean Series Outdrive

    COB_0096_A COCKPIT DINETTE TABLE (OPTIONAL) Remove the j-shaped table leg from the storage area. Slide the leg into its mounting support. Slide the table top onto the leg and tighten the lever. 232 Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 82: Bow Seat Storage

    COB_0101_A A high volume air compressor is conveniently located in the starboard aft walk-thru storage compartment to inflate your favorite water toys. Plug into the accessory receptacle on the dash or in the air compressor area. 232 Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 83: Anchor Light

    It will not automatically shut off when WAKBD 22 . 5 22 . 5 the fresh water tank is empty. To clean the water tank, refer to Section 6, Water WAKEBOARD PRO Systems. Consult your authorized Cobalt dealer for COB_0029_A winterization requirements. 232 Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 84: Bow Tonneau Cover

    (you bolts and remove the legs. 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. 232 Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 85: Ski Tower Bimini Top

    COB_0001_A 1 – Bow Eye 2 – Cleats 3 – Stern Eyes WARNING Avoid injury, death or property damage. Never anchor a boat from the stern, and keep the boat headed into the waves. 232 Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 86: Motor Box Assembly Or Electric Motor Box Assembly

    The electric motor box assembly is controlled by its switch at the helm. In the event of battery failure or storage, the motor box can be opened manually. 232 Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 87: Systems

    Section 4 232 Owner’s Manual Systems 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 88: Electrical Wiring Harness

    Section 4 Bowrider ELECTRICAL WIRING HARNESS COB_0006_A 232 Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 89: Fuel Routing

    Systems FUEL ROUTING Fuel Vent Fuel Tank Fuel Fill Engine COB_0020-A 232 Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 90: Water / Plumbing

    Section 4 Bowrider WATER / PLUMBING Fresh Water Fuel Tank Pump FRESH WATER TANK (10 GAL) FLOW Filter Freshwater in To Transom Engine Shower COB_0021-A 232 Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 91: Water System

    Avoid injury, death or explosion. Do not open the engine compartment hatch immediately. This will allow oxygen to the fire and flashback can occur. When the fire extinguisher discharge occurs, turn off all engines, bilge blowers and electrical system components. 232 Owner’s Manual...
  • Page 92 Section 4 Bowrider IGNITION PORT BILGE BLOWER HORN NAVIGATION LIGHTS INTERIOR LIGHTS BILGE PUMP DOCKING LIGHTS STEREO AIR/WATER TRIM TAB PUMP ACCESSORY ACCESSORY COB_0128_A 232 Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 93: Fuses

    15 amp (located behind dash) Sump Pump* 5 amp Tank Level Monitor System* 4 amp CO Monitor* 1 amp Head Blower* 3” 5 amp Head Blower* 4” 8 amp *Fuses are located behind the cabin electric panel. 232 Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 94: 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 232 Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 95: Battery Connections

    Maintain the without the batteries connected batteries following the manufacturer’s to the boat’s charging system. recommendations. Damage to engine and charging system will result. COB_0090_A COB_0100_A 1 – Receptacle 232 Owner’s Manual...
  • Page 96 Section 4 Bowrider NOTES 232 Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 97: Interior/Exterior Care

    Section 5 232 Owner’s Manual Interior/Exterior Care The best way of taking 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 98 Do not apply water or try to wash a butter, oil or grease spot. Hair oil tonic NOTICE: Do not use saddle Blood soap, cleaning solvents, furniture polish, oils, varnish, Urine abrasive cleaners, soaps or Grape juice ammonia water. Olive oil Chocolate Ketchup Baby oil 232 Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 99: Cabinetry And Wood

    Waterfall Bubinga or Birdseye Maple Dash Your Cobalt boat may be equipped with an optional CARPET Waterfall Buginga or Birdseye Maple Dash. Vacuum the carpet on a regular basis. Use household carpet stain removers and cleaners to clean the carpet. 232 Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 100: Deck And Hull

    See your authorized Cobalt dealer for protection to the interior, but will not protect the further information. gelcoat finish. Please check with your authorized Cobalt dealer for more information on the subject. *3M carries a complete line of fiberglass care products. 232 Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 101: 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. 232 Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 102: 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. 232 Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 103: 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. 232 Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 104: Other Canvas Components

    Section 5 Bowrider OTHER CANVAS Snap Fasteners Fasteners should be unsnapped as close to the COMPONENTS button as possible. Never remove canvas by pulling roughly on one edge of the material. This can Clear Vinyl “Isinglass” damage the canvas and the fasteners. If the snaps The clear vinyl “isinglass”...

  • Page 105: Maintenance And Troubleshooting

    Section 6 232 Owner’s Manual Maintenance and Troubleshooting 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 106: Break-In

    Cobalt dealer for service. Do not • If a hose is leaking or damaged, close the continue to use badly damaged propellers. appropriate seacock. Consult your authorized Using damaged propellers may damage the Cobalt dealer for repairs. drive unit(s) within time. 232 Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 107: Every 100 Hours

    Do not operate your boat knowing you have a fuel must be replaced. Refer to the propulsion unit system problem. Upon discovery of a fuel system operator’s manual for additional information. problem, immediately notify your authorized Cobalt dealer for repair. 232 Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 108: Water System (If Equipped)

    Mold and mildew may form as a decals, contact your authorized Cobalt dealer to result of the inability of moisture to escape. identify the proper location for slings. Slings may need to be adjusted forward or aft for your particular boat. 232 Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 109: Storage/Winterization

    Also, any accessory exhaust systems must be in proper operating condition. DANGER Avoid the risk of fire or explosion. Inspect the fuel system. Failure to inspect the fuel system and allow fuel leaks to go undetected will contribute to a fire or explosion hazard. 232 Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 110: Cockpit Heater

    • Disconnect battery cables at the two 5/8 inch cockpit heater hoses from the engine. battery before making checks or Pump antifreeze into one hose until entire heater adjustments around the engines and system is filled. electrical components. 232 Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 111: 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. 232 Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 112: Electrical

    Section 6 Bowrider Electrical CAUTION Correct a problem with the electrical system before resetting a circuit breaker. Symptom Possible Cause Electrical component Circuit breaker tripped or in the OFF position – correct the problem and reset; turn circuit will not function breaker on.

  • Page 113: Reference And Forms

    Section 7 232 Owner’s Manual Reference and Forms OPERATION QUICK • Check generator fuel/water separator. • Open windows, doors and hatches. REFERENCE • Check that no fuel, oil or water is leaking or has Your safety, the safety of your passengers and leaked into the bilge compartment.

  • Page 114: 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. 232 Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 115: Service Log

    Reference and Forms SERVICE LOG Date Hour Reading Service/Repairs Performed 232 Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 116: Fuel Log

    Section 7 Bowrider FUEL LOG Gallons/ Gallons/ Date Gallons Hours Date Gallons Hours Hour Hour 232 Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 117: 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: 232 Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 118: 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 232 Owner’s Manual...

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