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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

    263 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 Shipshape .................... 3-4 GETTING UNDERWAY ................3-5 Before Starting Checklist..............3-5 Handling Dock and Mooring Lines ............3-6 Starting/Shifting/Steering/Stopping ............3-6 Basic Maneuvering................3-12 Environmental Considerations ............3-18 Entertainment System ................ 3-19 COBALT INSTRUMENTATION SYSTEM ..........3-20 263 Owner’s Manual...
  • Page 3 MOTOR BOX ASSEMBLY ............... 3-39 TOOL KIT - OPTIONAL ................3-39 SYSTEMS INTRODUCTION..................4-1 ELECTRICAL WIRING HARNESS ............4-2 FUEL ROUTING ..................4-3 WATER/PLUMBING .................. 4-4 Fresh Water..................4-4 Gray Water (Optional)/Waste Plumbing ..........4-5 Water System..................4-6 263 Owner’s Manual...
  • Page 4 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..................5-8 263 Owner’s Manual...
  • Page 5 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 ................7-6 263 Owner’s Manual...
  • Page 6 Cuddy Cabin NOTES 263 Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 7: General Information

    Section 1 263 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. 263 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. 263 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. 263 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. 263 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. 263 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 263 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 263 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. 263 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. 1-10 263 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. 263 Owner’s Manual 1-11...

  • Page 18: Symbols

    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 1-12 263 Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 19: Specifications

    5370 lbs. (2436 kg) Capacity, Fuel 70 gallons (265 L) Capacity, Water - optional 10 gallons (37.9 L) Capacity, Weight Yacht certified Capacity, Persons Yacht certified * Weights are estimated and can vary from the options and equipment added. 263 Owner’s Manual 1-13...

  • Page 20: Layout

    Monitor Fuel Tank (Optional) Vent Ice Chest Fire Extinguisher Pump Out Battery Switch/ Jump Start Studs Bilge Pump Outlet Fuel Fill Freshwater Fill Ski Tow Receptacle Boarding Serial Ladder Number Wet Locker Wet Locker Seacock COB_0124_A 1-14 263 Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 21: Propeller Application Chart

    5.7 GXi 1.95 1.95 F4’S 480461 3851494 VOLVO 5.7 OSXi VOLVO 8.1 Gi 1.78 1.78 F6’S 480463 3851496 VOLVO 8.1 OSi F7’S 480464 3851497 VOLVO 8.1 GXi 1.78 1.78 F7’S 480464 3851497 ** Standard w/Thru Hull Exhaust 263 Owner’s Manual 1-15...

  • Page 22: Alphabetical Index

    Cleaning Stainless Steel ....5-4 Extended Powertrain Warranty ... . 1-5 1-16 263 Owner’s Manual...
  • Page 23 Leaving ......3-10 Plumbing ......6-8 263 Owner’s Manual 1-17...
  • Page 24 Special Cleaning Problems ....5-7 Water System......3-33 1-18 263 Owner’s Manual...
  • Page 25 Windshield ......5-8 Zippers....... 5-8 263 Owner’s Manual 1-19...
  • Page 26 Section 1 Cuddy Cabin NOTES 1-20 263 Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 27: Responsibilities And Safety

    Section 2 263 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 28: 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. 263 Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 29: 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. 263 Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 30: 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. 263 Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 31: 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. 263 Owner’s Manual...
  • Page 32 There is a tremendous drain on our fishery sewage overboard or even an operable overboard resources. Over-fishing and pollution have strained waste discharge. the fish population. Do your part by keeping only what you will eat and practice catch-and-release. 263 Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 33: Components, Maintenance And Repairs

    If the boat life. is abandoned, swim up wind, far enough to avoid fuel that may spread over the surface of the water. 263 Owner’s Manual...
  • Page 34 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. 263 Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 35: 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. 263 Owner’s Manual...
  • Page 36 • 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. 2-10 263 Owner’s Manual...
  • Page 37 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. 263 Owner’s Manual 2-11...

  • Page 38: 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. 2-12 263 Owner’s Manual...
  • Page 39 • 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. 263 Owner’s Manual 2-13...
  • Page 40 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. 2-14 263 Owner’s Manual...
  • Page 41 Seek medical attention if 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. 263 Owner’s Manual 2-15...
  • Page 42 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 2-16 263 Owner’s Manual...
  • Page 43 Road” for both federal and state waterways; you Excessive Noise must stop if signaled to do so by enforcement officers, and permit to be boarded as asked. Noise limits are regulated in many areas. Be sure to follow regulations and be courteous. 263 Owner’s Manual 2-17...

  • Page 44: 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. 2-18 263 Owner’s Manual...
  • Page 45 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: 263 Owner’s Manual 2-19...

  • Page 46: 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. 2-20 263 Owner’s Manual...
  • Page 47 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 263 Owner’s Manual 2-21...

  • Page 48: 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. 2-22 263 Owner’s Manual...
  • Page 49 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 263 Owner’s Manual 2-23...
  • Page 50 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 2-24 263 Owner’s Manual...
  • Page 51 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. 263 Owner’s Manual 2-25...
  • Page 52 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. 2-26 263 Owner’s Manual...
  • Page 53 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 263 Owner’s Manual 2-27...
  • Page 54 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. 2-28 263 Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 55: Operating Information

    Section 3 263 Owner’s Manual Operating Information This section is not intended to provide complete FIRST TIME OPERATION 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 56: Fueling

    If departing for an extended cruise, know the availability of fuel along your route. Practice the One Third Rule: one third to reach the destination, one third to return and one third in reserve. 263 Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 57: Launching

    • Have enough personal flotation devices for every person onboard. • Be sure the steering system operates smoothly and properly. • Verify the amount of fuel in the fuel tanks. COB_0040_A • Verify the batteries are fully charged. • Check weather conditions. 263 Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 58: 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. 263 Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 59: 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. 263 Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 60: 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. 263 Owner’s Manual...
  • Page 61 • TURN OFF ENGINE AND ALL ELECTRICAL 5. Allow the engine to warm up. Check the water SYSTEMS WHILE RE-FUELING. temperature gauge to be sure water • TURN OFF ENGINE WHEN SWIMMERS ARE temperature remains within the specified range. NEAR BOAT. 263 Owner’s Manual...
  • Page 62 Your Cobalt boat is equipped with a tilt steering wheel. Adjust the tilt position by grasping the levers on both sides of the wheel. Pulling the levers toward you will unlock the steering wheel to achieve a comfortable position. 263 Owner’s Manual...
  • Page 63 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 263 Owner’s Manual...
  • Page 64 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. 3-10 263 Owner’s Manual...
  • Page 65 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. 263 Owner’s Manual 3-11...

  • Page 66: 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. 3-12 263 Owner’s Manual...
  • Page 67 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. 263 Owner’s Manual 3-13...
  • Page 68 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 3-14 263 Owner’s Manual...
  • Page 69 • 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. 263 Owner’s Manual 3-15...
  • Page 70 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. 3-16 263 Owner’s Manual...
  • Page 71 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. 263 Owner’s Manual 3-17...

  • Page 72: 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. 3-18 263 Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 73: 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. 263 Owner’s Manual 3-19...

  • Page 74: 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. 3-20 263 Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 75: Helm And Instrumentation

    Do not jeopardize the safety of you or others to protect your boat. 263 Owner’s Manual 3-21...
  • Page 76 9. AIR/WATER TEMPERATURE GAUGE - Toggle the lower switch below to go between air and water temperature readings. The gauge will display AIR and WATER to indicate which temperature source is in use. 3-22 263 Owner’s Manual...
  • Page 77 1 – Ignition Safety Switch 2 – Lanyard 15. TILT STEERING RELEASE LEVER - Adjusts 3 – Hook the steering wheel angle to a comfortable operating position when the boat is not moving. 263 Owner’s Manual 3-23...

  • Page 78: Remote Control

    DO NOT shift when accessory items. Limit the accessory to 10 Amps. the engine is not running. Refer to the engine operator’s manual for more information and functions of the remote control. 3-24 263 Owner’s Manual...
  • Page 79 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 263 Owner’s Manual 3-25...
  • Page 80 Structure / Safety / Performance Battery Switch - Single 3-32 Composite Transom Fiberglass Cockpit Liner Deck Fiberglass Stringer System Fire Extinguisher, Manual 2-7, 4-6 Ignition Safety Switch 3-23 Kevlar Reinforced Hull Stainless Steel Windshield Braces/Windshield Hook 3-30 Thru-Prop Exhaust 3-26 263 Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 81: Optional Equipment

    Adjustable Seat Pedestal (High Back Captain’s Chairs) Aft Walk-Thru Filler Cushion(s) 3-30 Cabin Pillows Cockpit Heater 3-35 Dinette Table 3-30 Gray Water System Pump Out Porta Potti w/Macerator Pump Out Porta Potti Rivulet Carpet Upgrade Stainless Steel Foot Tread 263 Owner’s Manual 3-27...

  • Page 82: Captain's Chair Adjustments And Operation

    The starboard chair is adjustable fore and aft. Lift lever under the end of the seat to adjust fore and Standing while driving your boat should only be aft. done while maneuvering at an idle by an experienced driver. 3-28 263 Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 83: Extended Swim Platform/Boarding Ladder - Optional

    Lift up on front of ladder to place it overboard and telescope to full length. Close the lid. Use caution to prevent pinching fingers when closing the lid and stowing ladder. 263 Owner’s Manual 3-29...

  • Page 84: Volvo Penta Ocean Series Outdrive

    Individual sun pads can be converted into a large sun deck over the motor box by installing the optional aft filler cushion. When installing the cushion, ensure the barrel bolts on the underside are secured before using. 3-30 263 Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 85: Air Compressor

    A carbon monoxide (CO) detector will only detect the presence of carbon monoxide gas at its sensor and will not detect other vapors such as gasoline. Carbon monoxide may be present in other areas. 263 Owner’s Manual 3-31...

  • Page 86: Cruise Control - Optional

    Cruise Control operator’s systems or either battery, both manual in your owner’s packet. batteries will end up discharged. PERFECTPASS ON/OFF MENU WAKBD 22 . 5 22 . 5 WAKEBOARD PRO COB_0029_A 3-32 263 Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 87: Cuddy Cabin Access Door

    Manually Operated Head 1. Open the inlet water seacock. 2. Pump the floor pedal 2-4 times to fill the bowl with water. 263 Owner’s Manual 3-33...

  • Page 88: Electrically Operated Head

    The optional macerator system allows the discharging of waste water directly overboard through a seacock. The seacock’s valve must be opened to allow activation of the macerator pump switch. For additional operating information, refer to the macerator operator’s manual. 3-34 263 Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 89: Macerator Pump

    Refer to Section 4, compartment, under the wet locker, to drain. Water/Plumbing for component location. For additional operating information, refer to the macerator operator’s manual supplied with your Cobalt boat. 263 Owner’s Manual 3-35...

  • Page 90: Cockpit Tonneau Cover - Optional

    NOTICE: Always double check 2. Snap to the snaps on your deck and windshield snaps are secure. and then zip completely. The supports can be adjusted for a better fit. 3-36 263 Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 91: Ski Tow Pylon - Removable

    The ski tow pylon maximum load is 1,000 lbs. (454 kg). NOTICE: To prevent damage to the motor box, the ski pylon must be removed before opening. 263 Owner’s Manual 3-37...

  • Page 92: Transom Tilt Switch - Optional

    COB_0151 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. 3-38 263 Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 93: Motor Box Assembly

    Be sure to return the support back to its stow position and any obstructions are cleared before closing the box. Wind and conditions may allow the motor box to open beyond its limits. Use caution during these conditions. 263 Owner’s Manual 3-39...
  • Page 94 Section 3 Cuddy Cabin NOTES 3-40 263 Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 95: Systems

    Section 4 263 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 96: Electrical Wiring Harness

    Section 4 Cuddy Cabin ELECTRICAL WIRING HARNESS COB_0106_A 263 Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 97: Fuel Routing

    Systems FUEL ROUTING COB_0107_A 263 Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 98: Water/Plumbing

    Section 4 Cuddy Cabin WATER/PLUMBING Fresh Water COB_0108_A 263 Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 99: Gray Water (Optional)/Waste Plumbing

    Systems Gray Water (Optional)/Waste Plumbing COB_0109_A 263 Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 100: 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. 263 Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 101: 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. 263 Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 102: 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 263 Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 103: 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 263 Owner’s Manual...
  • Page 104 Section 4 Cuddy Cabin NOTES 4-10 263 Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 105: Interior/Exterior Care

    Section 5 263 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 106 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 263 Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 107: Cabinetry And Wood

    Waterfall Bubinga or Birdseye Maple Dash Your Cobalt boat may be equipped with an optional Waterfall Buginga or Birdseye Maple Dash. CARPET Vacuum the carpet on a regular basis. Use household carpet stain removers and cleaners to clean the carpet. 263 Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 108: 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. 263 Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 109: 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. 263 Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 110: 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. 263 Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 111: 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. 263 Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 112: 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. 263 Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 113: Maintenance And Troubleshooting

    Section 6 263 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 114: Break-In

    • If a hose is leaking or damaged, close the authorized Cobalt dealer for service. Do not appropriate seacock. Consult your authorized continue to use badly damaged propellers. Cobalt dealer for repairs. Using damaged propellers may damage the drive unit(s) within time. 263 Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 115: 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. 263 Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 116: Water System (If Equipped)

    Do not use cable-type slings. The spreader bars used with the slings must be wide enough to avoid pressure to the gunwales. COB_0081_A 1 – Hull completely on cradle — right 2 – Gap between hull and cradle — wrong 263 Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 117: Storage/Winterization

    Inspect the fuel system. Failure to your authorized Cobalt dealer will install several inspect the fuel system and allow fuel vents to provide adequate ventilation to prevent leaks to go undetected will contribute to mold or mildew. a fire or explosion hazard. 263 Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 118: 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. 263 Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 119: 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. 263 Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 120: Electrical

    Damaged fresh water 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. 263 Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 121: Painted Arch Maintenance

    For additional information on care of the arch, refer to the Care and Maintenance Sheet of Awlgrip or Awlcraft supplied in your owner’s packet, or contact your authorized Cobalt dealer. 263 Owner’s Manual...
  • Page 122 Section 6 Cuddy Cabin NOTES 6-10 263 Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 123: Reference And Forms

    Section 7 263 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 124: 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. 263 Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 125: Service Log

    Reference and Forms SERVICE LOG Date Hour Reading Service/Repairs Performed 263 Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 126: Fuel Log

    Section 7 Cuddy Cabin FUEL LOG Gallons/ Gallons/ Date Gallons Hours Date Gallons Hours Hour Hour 263 Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 127: 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: 263 Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 128: 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 263 Owner’s Manual...

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