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D e a r G r a d y - W h i t e O w n e r :
Welcome aboard!
Buying and owning a boat is a very special experience. Of all the many products you'll ever
own we want your Grady-White experience to be the absolute best. That means providing the
descriptions, explanations and technical support that you need to enjoy your Grady-White with
confidence and security.
Your Grady-White exceeds all US Coast Guard safety standards and is built to standards
certified by the National Marine Manufacturers Association (NMMA). Best of all, your boat is
built to Grady-White standards, standards that have served our owners through some truly
extraordinary conditions since our first models built in 1958.
The seaworthiness and safety of your Grady-White is highly dependent on the operation,
maintenance and care of your boat, so please read this manual thoroughly and keep it around for
reference. If you need further explanation or "hands-on" help, don't hesitate to ask the people at
your Grady-White dealership; they have experience with the systems and operations of your boat.
If for any reason you need additional help, please feel free to call us at the factory. We sincerely
want to provide you with the help and information that will make your Grady-White experience
delightful.
Thanks for choosing a Grady-White. All of us at the factory and at your dealership are
dedicated to earning your confidence in Grady-White Boats. Again, welcome aboard.
Sincerely yours,
Kris Carroll
President
Grady-White Boats, Inc.
5121 Greenville Blvd. NE, Greenville, NC 227834 • P.O. Box 1527 • Greenville, NC 27835-1527
Tel: 252-752-2111 • Fax: 252-752-4217 •
Grady-White Boats, Inc.
http://www.gradywhite.com
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- Page 1 Grady-White experience delightful. Thanks for choosing a Grady-White. All of us at the factory and at your dealership are dedicated to earning your confidence in Grady-White Boats. Again, welcome aboard. Sincerely yours, Kris Carroll President Grady-White Boats, Inc.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents A B L E O F O N T E N T S We l c o m e a b o a r d ! 1 : C H A P T E R O N S U M E R N F O R M A T I O N Owner’s Packet . - Page 4 A B L E O F O N T E N T S 4 : P H A P T E R E R F O R M A N C E Performance Factors ........4–1 Engine Efficiency .
- Page 5 A B L E O F O N T E N T S 7 : W H A P T E R I N T E R I Z A T I O N A N D T O R A G E General .
- Page 6 A B L E O F O N T E N T S O p e r a t i o n O f O p t i o n a l F e a t u r e s ....8 – 9 Dockside Power .
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Page 7: Owner's Packet
• A warranty card to be completed and signed by the dealer and the customer. This warranty card is to be sent to Grady-White Boats to validate the warranty. • An explanation of safety issues regarding the use of containment systems and components. -
Page 8: Consumer Responsibilities
• Return the boat to the selling dealer for an engine inspection. Refer to the engine’s owner’s manual for the proper maintenance schedule. Grady-White Boats has a permanent record of your boat which is retained under its “Hull Identification Number” (HIN). Data regarding equipment and accessories, as well as dealer/ shipping information is documented. -
Page 9: Hazard Warning Labels
E L C O M E AZARD ARNING ABELS The hazard warning labels shown below are applied throughout this manual to alert the customer of potentially dangerous situations that can lead to death, personal injury, and/or product damage. We urge you to observe these warnings and comply with all safety recommendations. D A N G E R This symbol alerts you to imminently hazardous situations which will cause severe personal injury or death if the warning is ignored. -
Page 11: Required Safety Equipment
USCG approved visual distress signals are required on U. S. waters. See page 33 of the pamphlet Sportfish, Cruisers, Yachts Owner’s Manual enclosed with this manual for more information. • Lighting Grady-White boats are equipped with navigational lights that meet requirements for inland and international waters. DDITIONAL ECOMMENDED... -
Page 12: Emergency Stop Switch
A F E T Y MERGENCY WITCH Some Grady-Whites are equipped with an emergency stop switch. This is a safety feature that, if used properly, will shut the engines down if the operator leaves or falls from the helm position. This ignition shutdown system includes a shut-off switch, switch clip, lanyard, and lanyard clip. -
Page 13: Boating Safety Tips
A F E T Y OATING AFETY Safety is an important aspect of boating. Your safety as well as the safety of your passengers and vessel is your responsibility. The following precautions, and the ones mentioned in section 1 of Sportfish, Cruisers, Yachts Owner’s Manual, will add to yours and your passengers’ boating safety and pleasure. -
Page 14: Certification
A F E T Y ERTIFICATION At the helm station you will find a NMMA (National Marine Manufacturers Association) Yacht Certification tag. This means your yacht complies with the Coast Guard safety standards. (NOTE: Any boat with an overall length of 26 feet or greater is defined as a “yacht” by NMMA.) This label means your Grady-White is certified by the NMMA. -
Page 15: Carbon Monoxide
A F E T Y ARBON ONOXIDE D A N G E R CO is produced by all gasoline engines and generator sets. Keep cockpit and cabin areas well ventilated and avoid blockage of exhaust outlets. Extended exposure to (CO) can cause brain damage or death. -
Page 16: Suggested Boating Classes And Reading Material
A F E T Y UGGESTED OATING LASSES EADING ATERIAL Like a car, boats must be operated according to safety rules and traffic regulations. Although we include some basic boating tips in this manual, a thorough review of the safety rules and regulations for boating is beyond the scope of this text. -
Page 17: E N E R A L
E N E R A L N F O R M A T I O N C h a p t e r 3 : G e n e r a l I n f o r m a t i o n UELING W A R N I N G Safety during fueling requires CAUTION and COMMON SENSE. -
Page 18: Fuel System
E N E R A L N F O R M A T I O N YSTEM Inspect the fuel hoses, connections, and tanks for tightness, signs of leaks, and deterioration after fueling. Annually conduct a more detailed inspection of fuel system components, especially those hidden from routine inspection. -
Page 19: Pollution Regulations
E N E R A L N F O R M A T I O N OLLUTION EGULATIONS The U.S. Coast Guard defines restrictions on the discharge of oil or hazardous substances and plastics or garbage in the “Federal Requirements for Boating and Boating safety”. You should have received this pamphlet when you registered your boat. -
Page 20: Trailering
E N E R A L N F O R M A T I O N RAILERING The adjustment and balance of your boat on the trailer determines how easily your boat may be transported. The tongue weight on the hitch ball should be 5-10% of the total weight of your boat, motor, and trailer. -
Page 21: Shallow Water
E N E R A L N F O R M A T I O N HALLOW ATER Most boats that become grounded can be floated off with motor(s) tilted to reduce the draft at the transom. With motors tilted, try rocking the boat from side to side to break the suction of mud from the keel. -
Page 22: General Information On Boat Handling
E N E R A L N F O R M A T I O N ENERAL NFORMATION ANDLING The best method of learning how to handle and obtain the best performance from your boat is to practice and experiment. After several hours of operation, you should experiment with the throttle settings to discover the setting that will be the most comfortable and economical range for your particular loading conditions. -
Page 23: C O M M O N L Y U S E D N A U T I C A L Te R M S
E N E R A L N F O R M A T I O N C o m m o n l y U s e d N a u t i c a l Te r m s Access Plate Port Side Stern... -
Page 25: E R F O R M A N C E
E R F O R M A N C E C h a p t e r 4 : P e r f o r m a n c e ERFORMANCE ACTORS Maximum performance is dependent on many factors and cannot be guaranteed. These factors will vary with changing conditions. -
Page 26: Propeller
E R F O R M A N C E Propeller The condition of your prop has a major influence on the performance of your boat. Your engine(s) should be equipped with the best size prop for normal conditions. Unusual uses or weight conditions may require special props. -
Page 27: Propulsion System - Outboard
E R F O R M A N C E – O ROPULSION YSTEM UTBOARD The engine manufacturer supplies all vital information concerning your engine(s) in the Operation and Maintenance Manual(s). Details of important engine functions such as the lubrication system, cooling system and alarm/monitoring system are outlined in these manuals. Your familiarization with this engine reference material will result in the proper usage and service essential for safe and enduring engine performance. -
Page 28: Steering
E R F O R M A N C E TEERING Most outboard engines are equipped with an adjustable rudder trim tab. This trim tab should be adjusted to balance the steering at the speed which you travel most frequently. Variations in speed, boat load or engine trim will cause the steering to pull in one direction. -
Page 29: Throttle/Shift Control
E R F O R M A N C E HROTTLE HIFT ONTROL The throttle/shift controls located at the helm station control the flow of fuel to the engine. They also act as gear shift levers to control the forward and aft thrust of the propellers. The middle position of the throttle control is usually the neutral position. -
Page 31: Yamaha Engine Instrumentation
A U G E S A N D W I T C H E S C h a p t e r 5 : G a u g e s a n d S w i t c h e s Ya m a h a E n g i n e I n s t r u m e n ta t i o n IGITAL PEEDOMETER... -
Page 32: Digital Tachometer
A U G E S A N D W I T C H E S • Overheat Warning Indicator This feature indicates when the temperature of the cooling water circulating through the engine is too high. When the temperature exceeds the recommended operating range indicated by your engine owner's manual, immediately shut off your engine to prevent damage. -
Page 33: Switch Panel
A U G E S A N D W I T C H E S S w i t c h P a n e l At the helm station you will find an accessory switch panel; not all boats are equipped with the same accessories. -
Page 35: Chapter 6 : M A I N T E N A N C E A N D S E R V I C E
A I N T E N A N C E A N D E R V I C E C h a p t e r 6 : M a i n t e n a n c e a n d S e r v i c e ENERAL The amount of maintenance required to keep your boat operating properly and to maintain the appearance is dependent on how the boat is used, amount of usage, type of water, geographic... -
Page 36: Finish/Waxing
A I N T E N A N C E A N D E R V I C E Finish/Waxing Gelcoat can lose its gloss due to constant exposure to the natural environment and pollutants. It will require special attention to restore the original gloss and color. See a local dealer for advice on wax for your boating region. -
Page 37: Repairing
A I N T E N A N C E A N D E R V I C E Repairing Though gelcoat is a very durable material, it is susceptible to scratches, blistering, and web- like cracking (crazing) over time. It is elastic enough, however, to withstand strong blows while flexing with the hull's movement. -
Page 38: Canvas
A I N T E N A N C E A N D E R V I C E ANVAS Grady-White’s canvas is made using the highest quality vinyl and latest sewing techniques. The canvas will not be completely leak proof. The seam holes in your canvas may stretch and tend to leak. -
Page 39: Storage
CUPPERS Grady-White boats have self-bailing cockpits. This means water on the cockpit floor drains by gravity through large aft scuppers and NOT into the bilge. The aft drains or scuppers have an external flap assembly which restricts the flow of water back into the boat. Inspect the flaps periodically to make sure that they are free of debris. -
Page 40: Fuel System Maintenance
A I N T E N A N C E A N D E R V I C E YSTEM AINTENANCE To determine whether a fuel flow problem is in your fuel system or your engine, follow this simple method. Connect a six-gallon portable tank to the engine and operate the engine. If the problem persist, the likely cause is with the engine itself. - Page 41 A I N T E N A N C E A N D E R V I C E AINTENANCE ROCEDURE NODIZED LUMINUM OMPONENTS (Lean Bars, Rod Holders, T-Top and Hardtop Frames, Outriggers, Etc Due to the nature of anodized aluminum and the harsh exposure conditions of the marine environment, it is important to follow a required maintenance procedure.
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Page 42: Batteries
A I N T E N A N C E A N D E R V I C E ATTERIES Proper battery power is essential to the operation of your vessel. For this reason, Grady-White has carefully chosen a battery with cranking ability and reserve capacity sufficient to meet your needs. -
Page 43: L I G H T B U L B R E P L A C E M E N T G U I D E
A I N T E N A N C E A N D E R V I C E L i g h t B u l b R e p l a c e m e n t G u i d e The following chart provides identification of replacement light bulbs for your Grady-White. -
Page 44: A C C E S S O R Y W I R I N G C O L O R - F U S E / B R E A K E R S I Z E
A I N T E N A N C E A N D E R V I C E A c c e s s o r y W i r i n g C o l o r – F u s e / B r e a k e r S i z e s Accessory Wire Size &... -
Page 45: General
To avoid personal injury and property damage, it is advised to take extra precautions when lifting or moving your boat for storage. Grady-White Boats are equipped with stern lifting eyes and a bow towing eye. These eyes are provided for moving and temporary lifting. For permanent lifting, you will need to have or add a bow lifting ring option. -
Page 46: Cleaning And Lubricating The Boat
I N T E R I Z A T I O N A N D T O R A G E For outdoor storage, a canvas cover should be used to prevent “sweating”. One method is to build a frame over the boat to support the canvas. It should be a few inches wider than the boat so the canvas will clear the rails and allow passage of air. -
Page 47: Fuel System
I N T E R I Z A T I O N A N D T O R A G E YSTEM The compartments that house the fuel tank(s) should be rinsed with fresh water to keep salt crystals from forming and corroding the fuel tank(s). After rinsing, make sure all water is drained from the compartments. -
Page 48: Getting Boat Out After Storage
I N T E R I Z A T I O N A N D T O R A G E ETTING FTER TORAGE Before placing boat in the water for the boating season, have the hull bottom sanded and reapply anti-fouling bottom paint if necessary. -
Page 49: Chapter 8 : 3 0 6 B I M I N I
3 0 6 B I M I N I C h a p t e r 8 : 3 0 6 B i m i n i S p e c i f i c a t i o n s Beam-amidship........................ -
Page 50: O P E R A T I O N O F S T A N D A R D F E A T U R E S
3 0 6 B I M I N I O p e r a t i o n O f S t a n d a r d F e a t u r e s WITCH ANEL At the helm you will find an accessory switch panel. Not all boats are equipped with the same accessories. -
Page 51: Auxiliary Fuse Panel
3 0 6 B I M I N I UXILIARY ANEL The auxiliary fuse panel located inside the console rigging compartment provides a source of power for electronics in addition to the accessory switches and breakers. Your model utilizes the automotive type fuse. -
Page 52: Rigging Compartment
3 0 6 B I M I N I IGGING OMPARTMENT The rigging compartment is located aft of the fuel tank compartment. This area is functional for rigging ignition protected accessories and for better access to the rigging components located aft of this compartment. -
Page 53: Cockpit Shower
3 0 6 B I M I N I OCKPIT HOWER To operate the cockpit shower, the water pressure switch located on the switch panel must be in the “on” position. Open the cover and pull the shower wand out from the recessed deck fitting. Depress the button on the back of the wand to spray water. -
Page 54: Livewell - Raw Water
3 0 6 B I M I N I IVEWELL ATER To operate the livewell, open the seacock with the livewell I.D. tag located in the port aft rigging compartment. The livewell pump is screwed directly into this seacock. The livewell switch at the helm should be in the on position. -
Page 55: Trim Tabs
3 0 6 B I M I N I Trim tabs are electrically and hydraulically operated. They are used to regulate the attitude of the boat while moving. They may also be used to adjust the boat's running angle in adverse seas, or to compensate for unusual load conditions. -
Page 56: H E A D O P E R A T I N G I N S T R U C T I O N S
3 0 6 B I M I N I H e a d O p e r a t i n g I n s t r u c t i o n s (W/ H ARINE PERATION 1. Open the marine head inlet seacock. This seacock is in the forward bilge and is labeled “Head Inlet”. -
Page 57: O P E R A T I O N O F O P T I O N A L F E A T U R E S
3 0 6 B I M I N I O p e r a t i o n O f O p t i o n a l F e a t u r e s OCKSIDE OWER The dockside power feature allows the use of AC equipment on board the boat. This equipment includes any permanently installed appliances such as a battery charger or it may be a household item plugged into a receptacle. -
Page 58: Ac Panel (Dockside Power)
3 0 6 B I M I N I AC Panel (Dockside Power) If your 306 Bimini is equipped with dockside power, you will have an AC panel. See “AC Panel Layout (Dockside Power)” on page 8–13 for a wiring schematic of the panel. Some AC powered switches are included with optional equipment and may not be found on your boat. -
Page 59: Outriggers
3 0 6 B I M I N I UTRIGGERS The optional outriggers allow you to spread the fishing lines trolled from your boat and decrease the chance of entanglement. • Advantages Advantages of outriggers include: offering bait throughout a larger area behind the boat, placing bait out of the wake zone, automatic drop back following strikes (which allows for fish to completely accept bait), and a reduction in unnecessary twisting action characteristic of artificial bait. -
Page 60: A C I N L E T A N D R E C E P T A C L E W I R I N G S C H E M A T I
3 0 6 B I M I N I A C I n l e t A n d R e c e p t a c l e W i r i n g S c h e m a t i c Green White White... -
Page 61: A C P A N E L L A Y O U T ( D O C K S I D E P O W E
3 0 6 B I M I N I A C P a n e l L a y o u t ( D o c k s i d e P o w e r ) 120 Volts AC AC Main Outlets Microwave... -
Page 62: A C C E S S P L A T E A N D R I G G I N G T U B E L O C A T I O
3 0 6 B I M I N I A c c e s s P l a t e A n d R i g g i n g T u b e L o c a t i o n Description 3"... -
Page 63: A C C E S S O R Y W I R I N
3 0 6 B I M I N I A c c e s s o r y W i r i n g LIGHT LIGHT GRAY GRAY HORN ORG/WHT DOME LIGHT BLU/GRN FUSE BLOCK ELECTRIC LIFT SHOWER BRN/ORG SUMP BRN/RED FLOAT SWITCH... -
Page 64: F U E L S Y S T E M W I T H O I L Ta N K
3 0 6 B I M I N I F u e l S y s t e m w i t h O i l Ta n k s Fuel Fill & Vent 150 Gallon Fuel Tank 150 Gallon Fuel Tank 5.0 Gallon Oil Tanks Oil Fills... -
Page 65: T Y P I C A L O U T B O A R D S W I T C H P A N E L W I R I N
3 0 6 B I M I N I T y p i c a l O u t b o a r d S w i t c h P a n e l W i r i n g Orange - Power Source Orange Black... -
Page 66: B A T T E R Y W I R I N G W I T H S E L E C T S W I T C H E
3 0 6 B I M I N I B a t t e r y W i r i n g W i t h S e l e c t S w i t c h e s BOTH BOTH FEED... -
Page 67: D O C K S I D E P O W E
3 0 6 B I M I N I D o c k s i d e P o w e r Wire Sizes: Main Shore Inlet: 10 AWG/3 Battery Charger: 16 AWG/3 Outlets: 14 AWG/3 Console Ground Fault Receptacle DC Negative Buss Bar (10 GA Green from AC AC Panel... -
Page 68: F R E S H W A T E R S Y S T E
3 0 6 B I M I N I F r e s h w a t e r S y s t e m FILL/VENT COCKPIT SHOWER 32 GAL WATERTANK LEAN BAR FAUCET PUMP SINK 8–20... -
Page 69: L A B E L S A N D L O C A T I O
3 0 6 B I M I N I L a b e l s A n d L o c a t i o n WARNING ACCESS HATCH AND MOUNTING SCREWS MUST BE SEALED AFTER RIGGING TO INSURE WATERTIGHT INTEGRITY. -
Page 70: L I V E W E L L / Wa S H D O W N S Y S T E M L A Y O U
3 0 6 B I M I N I L i v e w e l l / Wa s h d o w n S y s t e m L a y o u t Plenum / Light Livewell Drain Livewell... -
Page 71: L I V E W E L L / Wa S H D O W N S Y S T E
3 0 6 B I M I N I L i v e w e l l / Wa s h d o w n S y s t e m To Washdown Fitting To Livewell Washdown Pump Strainer Pump Seacock Hull Bottom Fwd. -
Page 72: M A R I N E H E A D L A Y O U
3 0 6 B I M I N I M a r i n e H e a d L a y o u t Marine Head Head Control Panel Deck Pump Out Inlet Seacock Vent Thru Hull Discharge Seacock 10 Gallon Holding Tank 1 1/2"... -
Page 73: T H R U H U L L D E T A I
3 0 6 B I M I N I T h r u H u l l D e t a i l Description Fishbox Drain Head Vent Lean Bar Drain Aft Bilge Livewell Drain/Overflow Scupper Drains Fwd Bilge Shower Sump 8–25... -
Page 75: Registration Of Purchase
(5) years from the date of delivery to the original purchaser. There is no fee involved in the transfer of warranty to the new owner. The Grady-White Boats Transferable Warranty Form must be completed and returned to Grady-White at the time of sale. Upon receipt of this form, Grady-White will update it’s records to reflect the new ownership and warranty coverage will be... -
Page 76: Warranty Claim Procedures
Upon the discovery of a defect, the owner is to promptly contact the Grady-White dealer from whom the original retail purchaser purchased the boat who will effect the corrective action under this warranty upon prior written authorization from Grady-White Boats, Incorporated. HESE WARRANTIES ARE EXPRESSLY MADE IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES... - Page 77 Transferable Warranty Form (Not for original owner use *) * Note: For second owner’s use in transferring remainder of 5 year hull structural warranty. Please complete the following: Hullid: _____________________________ Boat Model: _________________________ Name: _______________________________________________________ Address: _____________________________________________________ City: _________________________________ State: __________ Zip: _______________ Home Phone: __________________________Work Phone: __________________________ Last 4 digits of your Social Security Number (to be used for customer identification number): ___________...
- Page 78 If yes, where is your second home? _______________________________ _______ City State Thank you for completing this questionnaire. When we receive this information, you will automatically begin receiving our AnchorLine Newsletter. Please return this form to: Grady-White Boats, Customer Relations Dept., P.O. Box 1527, Greenville, NC 27835-1527...
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