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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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Related Manuals for Grady-White Boats RELEASE 283
Summary of Contents for Grady-White Boats RELEASE 283
- 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
A B L E O F O N T E N T S A B L E O F O N T E N T S E L C O M E B O A R D A B L E O F O N T E N T S 1 : C H A P T E R... - 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 I n f o r m a t i o n a l D r a w i n g s ..... . 8–13 Access Plate And Rigging Tube Location .
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Page 7: Information
• 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: A F E T Y
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 recreational vessels 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: Fueling
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 Select Valve
E N E R A L N F O R M A T I O N those hidden from routine inspection. Replace deteriorated hoses, clamps, connections, or fittings immediately. If you are experiencing fuel flow problems, there is a simple method to determine if the problem is in your fuel system or your engine. -
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: Commonly Used Nautical Terms
E N E R A L N F O R M A T I O N OMMONLY AUTICAL ERMS Access Plate Port Side Stern Beam Gunwale Starboard Side Bow Eye Chine Keel Abeam - a line perpendicular to a Draft - depth of water required to Port - a term designating the left boat’s keel float a boat... -
Page 25: Performance Factors
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 the neutral position. -
Page 31: N S T R U M E N T A T I O N A N D S W I T C H E S Ya M A H A I N S T R U M E N T A T I O N P A N E L
N S T R U M E N T A T I O N A N D W I T C H E S C h a p t e r 5 : I n s t r u m e n t a t i o n a n d S w i t c h e s Ya m a h a I n s t r u m e n t a t i o n P a n e l Grady-White installs full Yamaha Command Link instrumentation on pre-rig boats. -
Page 32: Digital Tachometer
N S T R U M E N T A T I O N A N D W I T C H E S • Trip Distance Meter This feature indicates the distance traveled in miles or nautical miles since the meter was last set. -
Page 33: S W I T C H P A N E L
N S T R U M E N T A T I O N 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 persists, the likely cause is with the engine itself. -
Page 41: Maintenance Procedure For Anodized Aluminum Components
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. -
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: Light Bulb Replacement Guide
A I N T E N A N C E A N D E R V I C E IGHT EPLACEMENT UIDE The following chart provides identification of replacement light bulbs for your Grady-White. All of the lights shown may not be used on every model boat. If you have difficulty finding replacement bulbs under the part numbers listed, contact your Grady-White dealer for further assistance. -
Page 44: Accessory Wiring Color - Fuse/Breaker Sizes
A I N T E N A N C E A N D E R V I C E – F CCESSORY IRING OLOR REAKER IZES Wire Size Ampera Fuse/Breaker Accessory & Color Location Lights 10.0 w/ Aft Pole Light 16 ga. - Page 45 A I N T E N A N C E A N D E R V I C E Miscellaneous 12 Volt Accessory Outlets 10 ga. Red/Orange 15.0 Fuse Block Accessory Negatives (Branch) (1) Black Accessory Negatives (Mains) 4, 6, or 10 ga. Black Near Battery or in Battery Select Accessory Panel Power Lead 4, 6, or 10 ga.
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Page 47: 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 48: 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 49: 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 50: 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 your boat in the water for the boating season, have the hull bottom sanded and reapply anti-fouling bottom paint if necessary. -
Page 51: Chapter 8 : 2 8 3 R E L E A S E
2 8 3 R E L E A S E C h a p t e r 8 : 2 8 3 R e l e a s e S p e c i f i c a t i o n s Beam-amidship.................... -
Page 52: 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
2 8 3 R E L E A S E 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 53: Auxiliary Fuse Panel
2 8 3 R E L E A S E • Accessory Switches and breakers labeled “ACC” are blank. They may be used for non-factory installed accessories. See “Accessory Wiring Color Code – Fuse/Breaker Size” on page 6–9 recommended breaker amperages. Switch labels are available from you dealer for non-factory installed options. -
Page 54: Accessory Outlet - 12 Volt
2 8 3 R E L E A S E - 12 V CCESSORY UTLET The two 12-volt outlets in the corners under the console overhang on both sides provide easily accessible power supplies for accessories such as cellular phones and spotlights. N O T I C E These outlets cannot be used with a cigarette lighter. -
Page 55: Seacocks
2 8 3 R E L E A S E EACOCKS Ball valve seacocks are installed on the thru hulls for the livewell and washdown features, as well as the head inlet and head discharge. It is necessary for the seacocks to be in the open position for operation. -
Page 56: Livewell - Raw Water
If the livewell pump becomes air-locked, correct this situation by turning the pump off for 20 seconds. RESHWATER YSTEM The Release 283 includes a standard twenty gallon fresh water tank, which supplies the head “Freshwater System” on page 8–20 sink and cockpit shower system (see for a diagram). To use the freshwater system, the water pressure switch located on the accessory switch panel must be in the “on”... -
Page 57: Battery Select Switch
ELECT WITCH A factory rigged Release 283 has three batteries and two select switches. Two of the batteries are wired in parallel and function as a single battery bank (“1” on the switches). The third battery is a separate bank (“2” on the switches). One select switch is designated for each engine, and the accessories operate from the same switch as the starboard engine. -
Page 58: Trim Tabs
2 8 3 R E L E A S E Trim tabs are electrically and hydraulically operated. The trim tab system consist of a hydraulic pump, a two-rocker switch panel, a trim tab position indicator panel, and an auto-retract device. The rocker switch controls the pump which lowers and raises the trim tabs. The indicator panel keeps you constantly aware of the trim tab’s position. -
Page 59: 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
2 8 3 R E L E A S E 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 60: 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
2 8 3 R E L E A S E 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 provides AC current to the battery charger located in the console rigging area. -
Page 61: T-Top
2 8 3 R E L E A S E If your boat is equipped with a T-top, do not use the top for storing heavy or large items such as a raft. The frame for the top is designed for continual use with antennas, radar, and outriggers. The additional weight caused by larger items such as a raft may cause damage to the frame structure. -
Page 62: Stereo
2 8 3 R E L E A S E TEREO The stereo is a marine Sirius ready AM/FM receiver with CD player. It is located inside the console with speakers in the cockpit. The unit can be remotely operated with the touch pad mounted at the helm station. -
Page 63: Access Plate And Rigging Tube Location
2 8 3 R E L E A S E I n f o r m a t i o n a l D r a w i n g s 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 64: Accessory Wiring
2 8 3 R E L E A S E A c c e s s o r y W i r i n g 8–14... -
Page 65: Hard Top Layout And Wiring
2 8 3 R E L E A S E H a r d To p L a y o u t a n d W i r i n g Forward Spreader Light (switched at courtesy light) Mast Light 6 Gang Fuse Block Courtesy Light From Console via... -
Page 66: Fuel System
2 8 3 R E L E A S E F u e l S y s t e m Fuel Fill & Vent 205 Gallon Fuel Tank Fuel Filters Primer Bulbs 8–16... -
Page 67: Typical Outboard Switch Panel Wiring
2 8 3 R E L E A S E 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 68: Battery Wiring With Select Switches
2 8 3 C A N Y O N 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 283 Layout (ref. -
Page 69: Dockside Power / Battery Charger
2 8 3 R E L E A S E D o c k s i d e P o w e r / B a t t e r y C h a r g e r Battery Charger (in console rigging compartment) 10 AWG/3 Boat Cable... -
Page 70: Freshwater System
2 8 3 R E L E A S E F r e s h w a t e r S y s t e m 20 Gallon Water Tank Water Fill/vent Access Hatch Head Faucet Outlet Hose Supply Hose Water Pressure Pump Leanbar... -
Page 71: Labels And Location
2 8 3 R E L E A S E 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 72: Livewell/Washdown Layout
2 8 3 R E L E A S E L i v e w e l l / Wa s h d o w n L a y o u t Livewell Drain Thru-hull Plenum Washdown Pump Washdown Seacock Livewell Seacock &... -
Page 73: Livewell/Washdown Systems
2 8 3 R E L E A S E L i v e w e l l / Wa s h d o w n S y s t e m s To Washdown Fitting To Livewell Washdown Pump Strainer Pump Seacock... -
Page 74: Marine Head
2 8 3 R E L E A S E M a r i n e H e a d Marine Head Head Discharge Hose Head Inlet Hose See Exploded Head Inlet Seacock With Detail Below Remote Arm Holding Tank Head Discharge Seacock Vent With Remote Arm... -
Page 75: Stereo System Layout
2 8 3 R E L E A S E S t e r e o S y s t e m L a y o u t Sirius Antenna with 25' cable Sirius Tuner with 5L bus cable in upper console rigging area 10A Fuse on... -
Page 76: Thru Hull Detail
2 8 3 R E L E A S E T h r u H u l l D e t a i l Description Port Fwd Box Drain Fwd Bilge Leanbar Sink Drain Aft Bilge Aft Fishbox Drain Scuppers Livewell Drain Marine Head Vent Shower Sump... -
Page 77: 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 78: 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 79 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 80 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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