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  • Page 1 2022 STANDARDS & OPTIONS 2022 OWNERS MANUAL...
  • Page 2 For more information go to www.P65warnings.ca.gov/marine. Per California law, the label below is affixed to your boat’s helm console. Should you need a replacement, contact Tiara Yachts customer service and request safety label 5450131.
  • Page 3 Welcome to the family of Tiara Yachts boat owners and congratulations on your purchase of your new Tiara. We understand there are many choices available to you, and we appreciate the investment that you’ve made and the subsequent faith and confidence that you’ve placed into our product.
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  • Page 6 SUPPLEMENTAL LIMITED WARRANTY INFORMATION ON FINISHED WOOD COMPONENTS Your Tiara Yachts ® Boat may be furnished with certain finished wood panels and components that require periodic maintenance and refinishing to maintain their appearance and finish. S2 Yachts, Inc.’s Limited Warranty coverage does not include the match- ing of wood grains, or the condition or durability of any finishes for such panels and components.
  • Page 7 N O T I C E NOTICE is used to address best practices not related to physical injury. IMPORTANT NOTE: Your boat uses internal combustion engines and flammable fuel. Every precaution has been taken by Tiara Yachts to reduce the risks as- 53 COUPE...
  • Page 8 IMPORTANT INFORMATION sociated with possible injury and damage from fire or explosion, but your own precaution and good maintenance procedures are necessary in order to enjoy safe operation of your boat. If for any reason you have trouble with your Tiara Owner’s Manual, or require re- placement pages, please contact our Customer Service department at the address on the cover page.

  • Page 9: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS Chapter 1: EXTERIOR EQUIPMENT AND FEATURES 1.1 UPPER COCKPIT ..............1-1 1.1.1 Steering ................1-1 1.1.2 Engine Controls ..............1-1 1.1.3 Engine Monitoring .............. 1-3 1.1.4 Switch and Breaker Panels ..........1-4 1.1.5 Trim Tabs ................1-7 1.1.6 Equipment Controls ............
  • Page 10 2.2.2 Waste and Water System Monitor, Bilge Alert ....2-5 2.3 HEAD ..................2-6 2.3.1 Shower, Vanity, and Vacuflush® Toilet ....... 2-6 2.4 GALLEY ..................2-7 2.4.1 Storage ................2-8 2.4.2 Appliances ................2-8 2.5 COMPANIONWAY ..............2-8 2.5.1 Remote Control Lighting System ........2-9 2.6 CARBON MONOXIDE MONITORING ........
  • Page 11 Chapter 5: OPERATING YOUR BOAT 5.1.1 Connecting to Shore Power ..........1 5.1.2 Fueling Your Boat ..............3 5.1.3 Fuel System ................4 5.1.4 Filling Your Water Tank ............6 5.1.5 Starting Your Engines ............6 5.1.6 Throttle Operations ............... 8 5.1.7 Starting the Generator ............
  • Page 12 7.3 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM ..............6 7.3.1 The 12V D.C. System ............7 7.3.2 The 120V/240V A.C. System ..........8 7.4 EXTERIOR EQUIPMENT AND FIBERGLASS ......9 7.4.1 Plexiglass ................10 7.4.2 Hardware ................10 7.4.3 Canvas and Upholstery ............11 7.4.4 Hull Bottom ................11 7.4.5 Underwater Gear ..............
  • Page 13 8.3.1 12V D.C. System ..............3 8.3.2 120V A.C. System ..............4 8.4 EXTERIOR EQUIPMENT AND FIBERGLASS ......4 8.5 INTERIOR EQUIPMENT .............. 5 8.5.1 Air Conditioning ..............5 8.5.2 Head System ................ 6 8.6 ENGINE ROOM AND BILGE AREAS ........... 6 8.6.1 Engines, Transmissions and Generator ........
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  • Page 15 Addendum FRESH WATER SYSTEM Reference the addendum at the end of this manual for additional fresh water system information. The fresh water system must be disinfected before first use and yearly at the beginning of each season. A clean sanitized fresh water system will greatly re- duce the risk of developing coliform bacteria or other disease-causing organisms (pathogens) and will help protect the health of everyone onboard.
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  • Page 17: Chapter 1: Exterior Equipment And Features

    1.1 UPPER COCKPIT 1.1.1 Steering To starboard of the companionway door is the console of your Tiara 43 (see Figure 1-1). In the center, on the vertical face, is the steering wheel. With conventional drives the steering wheel is connected to a hydraulic pump behind the console.

  • Page 18: Engine Controls

    EXTERIOR EQUIPMENT & FEATURES to rotate. The joystick can be moved and rotated at the same time. Please consult the Cummins Marine Owner’s Manual for detailed joystick control operation instructions. Precision Pilot Track Pad Operation with Zeus The Precision Pilot Track pad is mounted ont he helm in Zeus installations. The Precision Pilot handles auto pilot functions for the Zeus drives.
  • Page 19 EXTERIOR EQUIPMENT & FEATURES CAUTION The console must be securely fastened in the forward position while operating the boat. Failure to do so may result in unexpected move- ment of the helm console. CAUTION All repairs to items in your 3900 Open console should be serviced by a marine electrician or mechanic.

  • Page 20: Engine Monitoring

    EXTERIOR EQUIPMENT & FEATURES controls, steering system pump, and engine instrumentation, unscrew the bolts and pull the top of the helm console aft. 1.1.3 Engine Monitoring As an option Cummins® QSM11 diesel 715 H.P. engines are available. The Cummins® engine data display consists of one display unit per engine. Please consult the Cummins Marine®...
  • Page 21 EXTERIOR EQUIPMENT & FEATURES Figure 1-3: Helm Switches and Gauges. ● Spreader Lights - (Optional) An OFF-ON switch that, when switched ON, activates the spreader lights, which illuminate the aft cockpit transom area from below the arch. ● Underwater Lights - (Optional) OFF-ON switch that, when switched ON, activates the underwater lights on the transom.
  • Page 22 EXTERIOR EQUIPMENT & FEATURES ● Mid Bilge Pump - Same as forward bilge pump only for the mid bilge pump, located in the engine room. ● Aft Bilge Pump - Same as forward bilge pump only for the aft bilge pump, located under the aft cockpit large floor hatch. ●...

  • Page 23: Trim Tabs

    1.1.6 Equipment Controls At the top of the console is the compass. A compass indicates the direction the bow of your boat is headed. The compass in your Tiara 43 Figure 1-5: The helm breaker should be maintained and compensated by a panel behind the console.

  • Page 24: Stereo

    EXTERIOR EQUIPMENT & FEATURES CAUTION When backing your boat at more than idle speed depress both trim switches at the bottom to fully retract tabs. Failure to do so could result in damage to trim tab actuator. The optional ACR® RCL100 Remote Spotlight control is located to starboard of the steering wheel.

  • Page 25: Seating, Storage And Access

    BREATHE THE FUMES. 1.1.9 Seating, Storage and Access Standard helm seating in your Tiara 43 includes an oversized starboard helm seat and a large port L-lounge. The helm seat is adjustable fore and aft via an electric actuator on the inboard side.

  • Page 26: Lower Cockpit

    1.2 LOWER COCKPIT For ease in boarding your Tiara 43 from the dock, and returning to the dock from the cockpit, fixed cockpit steps have been provided port and starboard at the forward end of the aft cockpit. See Figure 1-7 for an illustration of the cockpit arrangement.

  • Page 27: Dockside Water

    EXTERIOR EQUIPMENT & FEATURES Figure 1-6: Shown is the underside of the swivel seat. Use the grab handle to assist in moving the seat positions. The seat lock disables all Grab Handle Rotation controls when tightened. The Lock Seat rotation tension handle stiffens Rotation Lock Tension...

  • Page 28: Optional Tiara Tournament Series Equipment

    EXTERIOR EQUIPMENT & FEATURES Engine Access Curved Hatch Companionway Seat Helm Seat Wet Bar Aft Mezzanine Seat Prep Center Optional Under Gunnel Storage Flush (port also) Floor Boxes Transom Lazarette & Door Fuel Tank Valve Access Hatch Optional Baitwell Figure 1-7: Upper and lower cockpit arrangement.
  • Page 29 EXTERIOR EQUIPMENT & FEATURES 240V Shore Power Inlet TV/Phone Inlet Cablemaster Switch Figure 1-8: Located on the port gunnel: shore power cord, TV/telephone inlet. • Below the aft lazarette hatch, underside of the scupper drain is an orange valve. Adjust the flow rate of raw water to the baitwell tank with the orange valve.

  • Page 30: Side Decks

    The port and starboard hull sides each have engine room vent recesses amid- ships, and a number of required vents and thru-hulls. Located on the transom of your Tiara 43 is the white stern light, recessed trim tabs, sacrificial anodes (see Section 7.4.6), boarding steps on centerline, and the engine exhausts.

  • Page 31: Transom Door And Gate

    The door opens inboard and is held shut by a latch on the inboard face. 1.6 HARDTOP A fiberglass hardtop is available as an option on your Tiara 43, covering the com- mand bridge area. Hardtop options include: Tiara Tournament Series fiberglass hardtop with 4 rod holders, spreader lights, skylight with opening hatch, and side canvas enclosures.
  • Page 32 EXTERIOR EQUIPMENT & FEATURES Figure 1-10: The 3900 Open foredeck. CAUTION After market installations on the swimplatform can potentially block the stern NAV light’s visibility. On some models the transom door, when ajar, blocks the stern NAV light’s visibility. Never run the boat with the transom door open.
  • Page 33 CAUTION Do not overload the hardtop. The hardtop is designed to carry typical electronic packages, antennas, and the like only. Prior to any hard- top installation consult your Tiara Yachts Dealer and or Tiara Profes- sionals. WARNING DO NOT STEP ON THE HARDTOP. FAILURE TO DO SO CAN RESULT IN DAMAGE TO THE HARDTOP, AND COULD CAUSE A FALL, RE- SULTING IN SERIOUS PERSONAL INJURY.
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  • Page 35: Chapter 2: Interior Equipment And Features

    2.1 MASTER STATEROOM The Master Stateroom, see Figure 2-1, in your Tiara 43 is entered through a bi- fold door. A door holder is located on the door. Further features in the Master Stateroom include: Figure 2-1: Tiara 43 interior layout.

  • Page 36: Berth

    INTERIOR EQUIPMENT & FEATURES • Overhead cabinets run port and starboard along the hull side. They have an underside toggle lock and are assisted open with a gas spring. • Marine Air Systems® air conditioner with reverse cycle heat. Lighting: •...

  • Page 37: Hanging Locker

    INTERIOR EQUIPMENT & FEATURES 1. Unlock by pulling aft on the lock on the starboard side of the berth. 2. Lift up on the aft end of the berth and the hatch and cushion will come up together. Optional Rod Storage Below this hatch is a large storage area with an air conditioning unit, and the optional central vacuum...

  • Page 38: D.c. System Panels

    INTERIOR EQUIPMENT & FEATURES Light switches for the dinette are located in the port companionway step bulk- head. An overhead hatch and fixed skylight near centerline provide natural lighting and ventilation. The hatch has a screen and a blind that pull across and magneti- cally lock into place.

  • Page 39: Waste And Water System Monitor, Bilge Alert

    2.3 HEAD The head in your Tiara 43 is located on starboard, aft of the master stateroom. There are head doors in the master stateroom and main salon. See the following Figures 2-4 through 2-7 for features in the head.
  • Page 40 INTERIOR EQUIPMENT & FEATURES in the shower has a nonslip texture and a drain. This drain leads to the shower sump installed under the cabin floor that is controlled automatically by a float switch. A handrail/towel bar is provided on the aft side of the shower. Located aft is the vanity, which includes a sink with a hot and cold water faucet.

  • Page 41: Galley

    Aft above the refrigerator units is the pantry storage and a service door to access mechanicals and console connections. 2.4.2 Appliances The galley in your Tiara 43 includes a variety of appliances. For each one, the CAUTION Do not close the countertop stove cover until the burners are cool.

  • Page 42: Companionway

    2.5 COMPANIONWAY The main salon in your Tiara 43 is entered from the cockpit via the companionway steps, on centerline. A convenient handrail is provided as you come down the companionway, to starboard. The courtesy lights, located in the vertical risers between the steps, are controlled by the light switch to port, in the companionway.

  • Page 43: Carbon Monoxide Monitoring

    INTERIOR EQUIPMENT & FEATURES feet dependent on local electronic interference. For this system to operate, the remote control lights breaker must be ON. The breaker is located on the D.C. System Panel. 2.6 CARBON MONOXIDE MONITORING If excess carbon monoxide fumes are detected, an audible beeping will sound indicating the presence of the toxic gas.
  • Page 44 INTERIOR EQUIPMENT & FEATURES WARNING THE CARBON MONOXIDE MONITORING SYSTEM IS ONLY A SUP- PLEMENTAL SAFETY AID. MAKE SURE YOU FOLLOW ALL SAFETY PROCEDURES GIVEN IN THIS MANUAL. CARBON MONOXIDE IS A LETHAL, TOXIC GAS THAT WILL CAUSE DEATH IN CERTAIN LEV- ELS.

  • Page 45: General Arrangement

    ENGINE ROOM & AFT BILGE 3.1 GENERAL ARRANGEMENT Engine room arrangement of your Tiara 43 varies with the power selection chosen: conventional drives (shaft, propeller, rudder) or pod drives. A general informative description of some of the engine room components is cov- ered in this chapter.
  • Page 46 ENGINE ROOM & AFT BILGE Enter the engine room through a hatch in the upper cockpit floor, on centerline. For greater access the large engine hatch lifts to access the engine room, the switch is la- beled “Hatch Lift” and it is located below the starboard gunwale.
  • Page 47 ENGINE ROOM & AFT BILGE Centerline Forward With Pod Drives: With the installation of Zeus pod drives the fuel tank is installed in the forward en- gine room. This is also the location of the fuel tank valves and associated fittings. Fuel water separators are located in the forward engine room as well as the Fireboy fire suppression system bottle.

  • Page 48: Starboard

    ENGINE ROOM & AFT BILGE engine air, while separating out sea water and draining it overboard. Removable filters are installed. The battery banks are located under the engine room floor on centerline. Please see section 7.3.1 for their care and maintenance. Starboard With Pod Drives: Forward components: The battery charger and the horn compressor are located on the forward star-...
  • Page 49 ENGINE ROOM & AFT BILGE Figure 3-6: Storage bucket for the aft 50A, 240V shore power cable, outboard on port. WARNING FUEL VAPORS ARE A FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARD THAT CAN RE- SULT IN SERIOUS INJU- RY, BURNS, OR DEATH. DO NOT STORE CON- TAINERS OF FUEL OR OTHER FLAMMABLE...
  • Page 50 ENGINE ROOM & AFT BILGE Figure 3-8: Starboard engine coolant overflow (left), horn compressor (right), Cummins panel (center). Figure 3-9: Water heater on port. 43 OPEN...
  • Page 51 ENGINE ROOM & AFT BILGE Figure 3-10: Forward of the port engine. A/C seacock, strainer, A/C pump, optional waste overboard discharge seacock (left). In Zues applications the A/C equipment is on centerline, forward. 43 OPEN...
  • Page 52 ENGINE ROOM GENERAL ARRANGEMENT ENGINE ROOM & AFT BILGE WARNING A WIDE VARIETY OF COMPONENTS USED ON THIS VESSEL CONTAIN OR EMIT CHEMICALS KNOWN TO THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA TO CAUSE CANCER AND BIRTH DEFECTS AND OTHER REPRODUCTIVE HARM. EXAMPLES INCLUDE: •...

  • Page 53: Chapter 4: Electrical Systems

    ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS 4.1 GENERAL The electrical systems in your Tiara 43 have been designed and built to the recom- mendations of the American Boat and Yacht Council (ABYC), the requirements of the United States Coast Guard, and have received National Marine Manufactures Association (NMMA) Yacht Certification.

  • Page 54: Wet Flooded Cell Batteries

    D.C. loads on, such as lights, and the battery charger is not left ON. 4.2.2 Wet Flooded Cell Batteries Wet flooded cell batteries are the source of electrical power on your Tiara 43. These batteries require periodic maintenance. In warmer climates, the electrolyte should be checked on a monthly basis.

  • Page 55: Distribution

    ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS the electrolyte could boil over and cause damage to the battery or surrounding equipment, therefore, it is necessary to only fill the cells just over the lead plates, leaving an air space between the distilled water electrolyte and the cap. If upon inspection the lead plates are not visible, the cell is filled to specification.

  • Page 56: Operating Notes

    ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS Figure 4-1: D.C. System Panel. From the Engine and House battery bank switches power is distributed to the Helm Breaker Panel (behind the console), and D.C. System Panel or directly to a D.C. component. Power to all D.C. components is further distributed from these panels.

  • Page 57: D.c. Power

    ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS battery banks. Charging of the engine bank can also be accom- plished via the 120V A.C. battery charger, if power is available from the on board generator. Careful monitoring of battery bank voltages is advised while using this switch, to detect abnormal battery bank conditions early.

  • Page 58: 240V A.c. System

    ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS 4.3 120 / 240V A.C. SYSTEM 4.3.1 Power Supplies A.C. power is supplied to the A.C. cabin panel in 4 ways: 1. Connecting to 120V/240V 50A dockside power via the dockside inlet with recoil (see Section 1.2.1 for hook- up directions).

  • Page 59: Operating Notes

    ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS Power is supplied from the selected main breaker to the individual circuits via the circuit breakers in the panel. For a description of the individual circuits, and which components they supply, please refer to the wiring schematics in Appendix D. Note: Below the top companionway step are two blind ground fault circuit interrupters (G.F.C.I.).

  • Page 60: Bonding System

    ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS operating instructions, please refer to the owner’s manual supplied from the inverter manufacturer. Figure 4-3: A.C. System Panel. 4.4 BONDING SYSTEM The purpose of the bonding system on your boat is to provide a low resistance electrical path between otherwise isolated metallic objects, particularly those in common contact with sea water and potentially subject to galvanic corrosion.
  • Page 61 ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS or more. Zincs are also provided on the propeller shafts, as the shafts are not connected to the bonding system and made of stainless steel. The trim tabs are connected to the bonding system and they also have zincs for added protection. These zincs must also be checked periodically and replaced as necessary.
  • Page 62 ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS Operator Notes 4-10 43 OPEN...

  • Page 63: Chapter 5: Operating Your Boat

    OPERATING YOUR BOAT Chapter 5 OPERATING YOUR BOAT 5.1 WHEN ARRIVING AT YOUR BOAT When you arrive at your boat to take a trip, the first thing you should do is go below and turn ON the 12V D.C. main battery switches, and necessary breakers on the D.C.

  • Page 64: Fueling Your Boat

    OPERATING YOUR BOAT 4. Turn ON the dockside power station breakers. 5. Turn ON the A.C. System Panel shore power breaker. 6. Be sure that the input status light for the Shore Aft or Fwd is ON (illuminated). This light is labeled “AVAIL” and is green. To disconnect 240V shore power: 1.
  • Page 65 OPERATING YOUR BOAT WARNING TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTROCUTION AND OTHER INJURY FROM ELECTRICAL SHOCK, DO NOT MAKE UNNECESSARY CONNEC- TION IN WET WEATHER, WITH WET HANDS, WITH WET CABLES AND CONNECTIONS. ALWAYS USE A 3-WIRE ELECTRICAL SYSTEM CON- NECTED TO A GROUND.

  • Page 66: Fuel System

    OPERATING YOUR BOAT 5. Estimate how much fuel is needed to fill the tanks. 6. Using the special key provided for this purpose, insert the key into the slot in the fuel fill, turn the key counterclockwise, and remove the cap.
  • Page 67 OPERATING YOUR BOAT 2. Insert hose from dockside water supply and turn on. 3. Stop filling when water overflows fitting and comes out of the vent fitting on the hull side below the fill fitting. CAUTION Be careful not to spill any fuel outside the boat into the water. If you do, clean up the fuel immediately in the manner prescribed by your local regulations.

  • Page 68: Starting Your Engines

    OPERATING YOUR BOAT 4. Replace cap and tighten. 5.1.5 Starting Your Engines Before starting your engines, be sure that you have performed all the maintenance and safety checks listed under Section 5.1, When Arriving at Your Boat. After performing the above mentioned maintenance and safety checks, proceed as follows to start your specific engine option: Starting Cummins®...

  • Page 69: Throttle Operations

    OPERATING YOUR BOAT 6. Let the engines run at idle several minutes, before leaving the slip. 5.1.6 Throttle Operations The standard engine throttle controls are starboard of the helm. The throttle handles (port handle for port engine, starboard handle for starboard engine) are vertical when the engine transmissions are in neutral.

  • Page 70: Starting The Generator

    OPERATING YOUR BOAT engages the engines in forward gear and speed is increased the further forward the throttle is advanced. Shifting aft from neutral engages the reverse gears and backs the boat down. 5.1.7 Joystick Control Operation To maneuver the boat with the joystick: 1.

  • Page 71: Leaving And Returning To The Dock

    OPERATING YOUR BOAT CAUTION If the generator fails to start after 70 seconds of cranking, cease crank- ing operation. Before attempting to crank engines again, the water must be drained from the muffler. Failure to do so could result in raw water contamination of the engines’...

  • Page 72: While Underway

    OPERATING YOUR BOAT Specific procedures as to the maneuvers needed to leave the dock and return to the dock smoothly vary with each situation. Information on the best procedures can be found in Chapman’s (see Glossary), and through safe boating classes offered in your area, through the Coast Guard Auxiliary and the Power Squadron.

  • Page 73: Waste Disposal

    OPERATING YOUR BOAT 2. Alcohol makes it difficult to correctly judge speed and dis- tance, or track moving objects. 3. Alcohol reduces night vision and the ability to distinguish red from green. You must also keep a watchful eye on the wake that your boat produces when underway.

  • Page 74: Anchoring

    OPERATING YOUR BOAT Any person who violates the above requirements is liable for a civil penalty of up to $25,000, a fine of up to $50,000 and imprisonment for up to five years for each violation. Regional, state and local restrictions on garbage discharges also may apply.

  • Page 75: After Returning To The Dock

    OPERATING YOUR BOAT the windlass to pull tight and then secure to the anchor cleat. The lanyard must be removed before anchoring. A cable, with a shackle on the free end, is attached to the foredeck for a secondary positive means to hold the anchor in the UP posi- tion.
  • Page 76 OPERATING YOUR BOAT 8. Check to see that shore power cords and dockside water hoses have sufficient slack, if left attached. Dockside water supplies should be turned off. When leaving the boat for any extended period, turn the Engine and House Battery Bank switches OFF.

  • Page 77: Chapter 6: Commissioning Your Boat

    Boat Registration and the Customer Acceptance Form with the signature of the original purchaser within 30 days. The following items are best accomplished by your Tiara Yachts dealer, or another qualified marine service facility. Your engine and transmission should be prepared according to the information provided from the engine manufacturer.

  • Page 78: Bilge Areas

    COMMISSIONING YOUR BOAT 6.1.2 Bilge Areas Install the garboard drain plug, add new Teflon® tape to the drain plug threads everytime it is reinstalled, after removing the old tape. The drain plug is located under the aft floor hatch (see Figure 6-1). Be sure that it is installed tight. Close all seacocks.
  • Page 79 COMMISSIONING YOUR BOAT 2. Remove key by installing a 10-24 or 8-32 machine screw in the greased threaded hole in the key. Use the screw to pull the key out of the keyway. 3. Clean the shaft end, especially the tapered surfaces to remove all foreign material.
  • Page 80 COMMISSIONING YOUR BOAT A. If lapping propellers is part of your normal propeller installa- tion procedure, perform this operation at this time. 5. With key removed, install propeller on shaft. By hand, push prop onto shaft until seated on taper. With a fine point magic marker such as a Sharpie , mark the location of the forward end ®...

  • Page 81: Lifting Your Boat

    Now that your boat is ready to launch, it is necessary to lift it into the water with a marine hoist or travel lift. This should only be done by your Tiara Yachts dealer or a qualified marine service facility and personnel.

  • Page 82: After Launching Your Boat

    COMMISSIONING YOUR BOAT 6.3 AFTER LAUNCHING YOUR BOAT The first thing to check is the bilge area and all thru-hulls, seacocks, rudder shaft logs, and propeller shaft logs to be sure they are not leaking. Open all seacocks and make certain that the hoses and fittings are not leaking. Turn ON the bilge pumps and check that they are operational.

  • Page 83: Electrical Systems

    This must be checked and adjusted, if necessary, by your Tiara Yachts dealer or a qualified marine service facility. The boat must be in the water for at least 24 hours before checking the alignment.

  • Page 84: Interior Equipment

    COMMISSIONING YOUR BOAT WARNING INVESTIGATION OF PROBLEMS WITH ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS AND CIRCUITS ON YOUR BOAT SHOULD ONLY BE DONE BY QUALIFIED MARINE ELECTRICAL REPAIR PERSONNEL. FAILURE TO DO SO CAN RESULT IN EQUIPMENT DAMAGE, FIRES IN BOAT WIRING, SEVERE ELECTRICAL SHOCK AND DEATH. Check the engines and transmissions for proper oil and coolant fluid levels.
  • Page 85 If you encounter any problems notify your Tiara Yachts dealer at once, so that a resolution can be approached promptly. If the fiberglass or gelcoat surface should need repair, contact your Tiara Yachts dealer or another qualified marine service facility..
  • Page 86 COMMISSIONING YOUR BOAT CAUTION Do not use abrasive cleaners on smooth fiberglass surfaces. They will dull the surface and allow dirt to penetrate the surface. 6-10 43 OPEN...

  • Page 87: Chapter 7: Routine Maintenance

    7.1 FUEL SYSTEM The fuel system in your Tiara 43 has one composite fuel tank; located aft with conventional drives or in the forward engine room with pod drives. The fuel tank fuel fills are located port and starboard near the cockpit steps. All fuel fills are labeled DIESEL.
  • Page 88 ROUTINE MAINTENANCE Figure 7-1: Engine room fuel filters/water separators. 5. Replace the lid gasket with the new one that is supplied with the new element. 6. Apply a coating of clean motor oil to this seal prior to reassembly. 7. Fill the unit with clean fuel, then replace the lid. 8.
  • Page 89 ROUTINE MAINTENANCE 10. Start the engine and check for leaks. Additionally, after shutting the engine off check for leaks again. 11. Correct any leaks with the engine OFF. NOTE: It is suggested than extra filter elements be carried in your vessel as one tankful of excessively contaminated fuel can require multiple element changes.

  • Page 90: Fresh Water System

    To combat this problem, you can drain the tank periodically and refill, or add a water conditioner to the tank periodically. Water conditioners are available at your Tiara Yachts dealer or R.V. supply stores. Figure 7-5: Generator fuel filter, located on the starboard aft engine room bulkhead.
  • Page 91 ROUTINE MAINTENANCE The two main pieces of equipment in the fresh water system that may require maintenance are the water heater, and the fresh water pump. Refer to the owner’s manuals supplied by the equipment manufacturers for specifics. It may be necessary, on an annual basis, to clean the fresh water system strainer. The strainer is located near the pump located in the engine room outboard on the starboard chine floor (see Figure 7-6).

  • Page 92: Electrical System

    ROUTINE MAINTENANCE Figure 7-6: Fresh water filter and pump. In the galley there is an in-line fresh water filter that services the galley sink faucet and freezer ice maker supply line. The in-line filter should be changed annually (see Figure 7-7). 7.3 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM 7.3.1 12V D.C.
  • Page 93 (see Chapter 4, Electrical Systems). If you have trouble getting them charged, or to hold a charge after charging, contact your Tiara Yachts dealer or a marine electrical service to investigate the cause. Wet flooded cell batteries require periodic maintenance. In warmer climates, the electrolyte should be checked on a monthly basis.

  • Page 94: The 120V/240V A.c. System

    ROUTINE MAINTENANCE Every time you use your boat, it is a good idea to check all the D.C. equipment on your boat. If you find something that does not work properly, contact your Tiara Yachts dealer or a qualified marine electrical service to repair. 7.3.2 120V/240V A.C.

  • Page 95: Plexiglass

    Refer to your boats literature packet for a pamphlet that further elaborates on the care of fiberglass. If the fi- berglass or gelcoat surface should need repair, contact your Tiara Yachts dealer or another qualified marine service facility.

  • Page 96: Canvas And Upholstery

    ROUTINE MAINTENANCE CAUTION Keep all strong solvents such as acetone, and strong window cleaners containing Ammonia (Windex®), away from plexiglass surfaces. They can cloud and cause crazing in the plexiglass surface. dry with a chamois cloth. It is also recommended that stainless steel parts be waxed every two to three months.

  • Page 97: Underwater Gear

    Contact your local Tiara Yachts dealer for recommended local cleaning procedures and services. Failure to keep the bottom clean will result in loss of boat performance and fuel economy.

  • Page 98: Interior Equipment And Decor

    ROUTINE MAINTENANCE 7.5 INTERIOR EQUIPMENT AND DECOR The interior of your boat should be maintained much like the inside of your home. The fabrics that the cushions are made of should be treated much like the fabrics in home upholstery. The major difference is that the interior may be subjected to moisture not found at home.

  • Page 99: Oil Change System

    7.6.3 Stuffing Boxes (Conventional Drive Only) Your Tiara 43 comes equipped with PSS (packless sealing system) propeller shaft seals for stuffing boxes (see Figure 7-8). These shaft seals use engine raw cooling water for lubricant and have a hose running from the shaft seal to the...

  • Page 100: Ventilation System

    The system should not leak water into your boat. If you notice leakage of the seal during or after a trip, contact your local Tiara Yachts dealer or qualified marine service facility. Additional information from the shaft seal manufacturer is provided in the owner’s packet.

  • Page 101: Raw Water Intake Strainers

    ROUTINE MAINTENANCE CAUTION Always use the correct amount and type of engine oil recommended by the equipment manufacturer. Failure to do so can result in premature equipment failure, and loss of equipment warranty. 7.6.5 Raw Water Intake Strainers The engine raw water intakes, generator raw water intake, air conditioning raw water intake, and raw water washdown pump intake are equipped with strainers.

  • Page 102: Raw Water Seacocks

    (2), air conditioner, generator, live well (option), and raw water wash downs. 7.8 HEAD SYSTEM The head in your Tiara 43 comes supplied with operating and maintenance in- structions from the manufacturer. Schematics of the head system are shown in Appendix E.
  • Page 103 ROUTINE MAINTENANCE 2. Remove the cap from the waste deck fitting, located on the star- board side deck near the head hatch, with the spanner wrench provided. Turn counterclockwise until loose and remove. 3. Insert the pump out hose into the opening. 4.

  • Page 104: Drainage System

    ROUTINE MAINTENANCE 7.9 DRAINAGE SYSTEM The drainage system consists of the forward, mid, and aft bilge pumps, the shower sump, and many other drains. The bilge pumps and shower sump areas need to be checked, before leaving the boat, for debris that might clog the pump. The float switches must also be checked to see that they are turning the pumps on and off properly.
  • Page 105 ROUTINE MAINTENANCE Figure 7-10: The A/C unit. The arrow points to the mesh filter. 7-19 43 OPEN...
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  • Page 107: Chapter 8: Storing And Winterizing Your Boat

    When the cradle is in the correct location, the bunks will uniformly touch the bottom of the hull. Custom made cradles are available from the factory, through any Tiara Yachts dealership. The cradles come with padding on the bunks to protect the bottom of the boat.
  • Page 108 STORING & WINTERIZING YOUR BOAT 2. Open all fresh water faucets. Leave the faucets open. 3. Turn ON the fresh water pump to drain the water tank, the switch is on the D.C. System Panel. 4. Turn OFF the fresh water pump. 5.

  • Page 109: Electrical System

    STORING & WINTERIZING YOUR BOAT 4. Turn water heater valves to bypass position. See Figure 6-3 in Chapter 6. 5. Turn ON the fresh water pump breakers on the D.C. System Panel. 6. Open all faucets in the system, hot and cold, one at a time, until the pink antifreeze begins to come out, and then close.

  • Page 110: A.c. System

    If so, remove and store in a clean, dry area that will protect them from damaging temperatures. 8.3.2 120V A.C. System The installed A.C. electrical system in your Tiara 43 does not require any winter- izing procedure, with the exception of the generator. For generator winterization, see Section 8.6.1.

  • Page 111: Air Conditioning

    STORING & WINTERIZING YOUR BOAT 8.5.1 Air Conditioning Your Tiara 43 has two standard self-contained air conditioning units, one located below the forward berth, one under the hanging locker in the guest stateroom. Optionally there are two additional units below the port side lounge in the upper cockpit.

  • Page 112: Engine Room And Bilge Areas

    STORING & WINTERIZING YOUR BOAT 4. If desired, flush 1-2 gallons of potable antifreeze into the sys- tem. Please refer to the waste system drawing in Appendix E. 8.6 ENGINE ROOM AND BILGE AREAS All the bilge areas, forward under the floor, engine room, and aft under the cockpit, should be wiped clean.
  • Page 113 STORING & WINTERIZING YOUR BOAT The raw water washdown system must also be drained. To do so: 1. Open the seacock and the washdown faucet, in the cockpit, starboard side. 2. Disconnect the hoses from the intake and outlet sides of the pump and let the water drain out.
  • Page 114 STORING & WINTERIZING YOUR BOAT CAUTION Prior to transporting your vessel by truck and trailer the engine muf- flers must be drained to prevent sea water reversion into the engines. Figure 8-3: The arrow points to the generator muffler drain plug. The generator muffler is located below the port side of the generator.

  • Page 115: Steering System

    STORING & WINTERIZING YOUR BOAT 8.6.4 Steering System The steering system is located in the bilge, underneath the center cockpit hatch. To prepare it for storage: 1. Use clean water and detergent to wash off the steering arms and linkage. Dry with a clean cloth. Figure 8-4: Raw water pump, shown with arrow.
  • Page 116 STORING & WINTERIZING YOUR BOAT CAUTION Be very careful with compressed air. Too much pressure or volume can damage the raw water system. CAUTION When reconnecting raw water hoses be certain to tighten clamps well. Leaking fittings on raw water hoses can sink the boat. 8-10 43 OPEN...

  • Page 117: Appendix A: Specifications

    APPENDIX A Appendix A SPECIFICATIONS A.1. GENERAL ENGINE OPTIONS Twin Cummins® QSM11 Diesels ......715 H.P. Twin CAT® C12 ACERT Diesels ......715 H.P. Twin Cummins® QSC Diesels with Zeus® Pods & Skyhook™ ......600 H.P. GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS L.O.A. without Standard Swim Platform ......43’3” 13.18 meters L.O.A.
  • Page 118 APPENDIX A A.2. BOAT SPECIFIC Boat Serial No: SSURB027D516 Material Description ................Serial No A/C UNIT, VLD16K LOW PROFILE 115V/60HZ ........51398424 A/C UNIT, VLD16K LOW PROFILE 115V/60HZ ........51498360 A/C UNIT, VTD12K-410A 115V 60HZ205561500 ........ 51697287 CHARGER, BATTERY 24 VOLT ............1406043 CHARGER, BATTERY CENTAUR 12/80 ..........
  • Page 119 Glossary of Terms Appendix B Boarding: Entering or climbing into a boat. In, near, or toward the stern of a boat. Boarding Ladder: Set of steps temporarily Aground: A boat stuck on the bottom. fitted over the side of a boat to assist persons coming aboard.
  • Page 120 Appendix B Glossary of Terms Cleat: EPIRB: A deck fitting, usually of metal with Emergency Position Indicating projecting arms used for securing anchor and Radio Beacon. Operates as a part of a world- mooring lines. wide satellite distress system. Closed Cooling System: Even Keel: A separate sup- When a boat floats properly as...
  • Page 121 Glossary of Terms Appendix B Grounds: A boat touches the bottom. ay-up: To decommission a boat for the winter (usually in northern climates). Gunwale: The upper edge of a boat’s side. Leeward: The direction toward which the wind is blowing. and Rail: Rail mounted on the boat, for grabbing with your hand, to steady you while...
  • Page 122 Appendix B Glossary of Terms Midships: Plenum: The center of the boat. a chamber for directing air flow, as in engine intake air plenum Moored: A boat secured with cables, lines or anchors. Port: The left side of the boat when facing the bow.
  • Page 123 Glossary of Terms Appendix B Rudder: Stow: A movable flat surface that is To pack away neatly. attached vertically at or near the stern for Stringer: Longitudinal members fas- steering. tened inside the hull for additional structural strength. ea anchor: An anchor that does not Strut: Mounted to the hull which supports...

  • Page 124: Appendix B: Glossary

    Appendix B Glossary of Terms nderway: When a boat moves through the water. ake: Disrupted water that a boat leaves astern as a result of its motion. Wash: The flow of water that results from the action of the propeller or propellers. Waterline: The plane of a boat where the surface of the water touches the hull when it...
  • Page 125 Maintenance Guides Maintenance Guides Appendix C Owner’s Guide: Care & Upkeep of Fiberglass Products As the world’s premier gel coat supplier, Polynt Composites has provided this brochure as a guide to properly maintain and care for your gel coat surface. Gel Coats provide a protective layer against Corrective Procedures* weathering on a surface.

  • Page 126: Appendix C Maintenance Guides

    Appendix C Maintenance Guides Operator Notes...
  • Page 127 Maintenance Schedule Maintenance Schedule Appendix D Each Semi Maintenance Weekly Monthly Yearly Annually Needed Clean hull below the waterline Bottom paint Check sacrificial anodes Replace sacrificial anodes Wash boat canvas & hardware Wax exterior gelcoat Clean & protect hardware Polish & protect plastic glass Clean exterior upholstery Clean cabin &...

  • Page 128: Appendix D: Maintenance Schedules

    Appendix D Maintenance Schedule Date Hours Dealer Service / Repairs...
  • Page 129 Maintenance Schedule Appendix D Date Hours Dealer Service / Repairs...
  • Page 130 Appendix D Maintenance Schedule Date Hours Dealer Service / Repairs...
  • Page 131 Boating Accident Report Boating Accident Report Appendix E RECREATIONAL BOATING ACCIDENT REPORT INSTRUCTIONS Privacy Act Notice Authority: Purpose: Routine Uses: REPORT SUBMISSION Report required because (select all that apply): To be submitted within: (if injury, disappearance or death) died (if boat/property damage only) required or was in need of treatment beyond first aid (Local State Reporting...
  • Page 132 Appendix E Boating Accident Report For each question below, please provide answers IF APPLICABLE AND IF KNOWN, otherwise leave blank. YOUR BOAT BOAT IDENTIFICATION Your Boat Name: Manufacturer: Model Name: Model Year: Registration #: Documentation #: Hull Identification # Rented: (HIN): SIZE ESTIMATES Depth from transom (stern)
  • Page 133 Boating Accident Report Appendix E For each question below, please provide answers IF APPLICABLE AND IF KNOWN, otherwise leave blank. ACCIDENT DETAILS – ACTIVITIES AND OPERATIONS ON YOUR BOAT OPERATOR/PASSENGER ACTIVITIES Operator/passenger activities on your boat at time of accident: Activities were Operator/Passenger activities Recreational...
  • Page 134 Appendix E Boating Accident Report For each question below, please provide answers IF APPLICABLE AND IF KNOWN, otherwise leave blank. ACCIDENT DETAILS –YOUR BOAT- INJURED PEOPLE RECEIVING OR IN NEED OF TREATMENT BEYOND FIRST AID injured people on, struck by, or being towed by , receiving treatment beyond first aid.
  • Page 135 Boating Accident Report Appendix E For each question below, please provide answers IF APPLICABLE AND IF KNOWN, otherwise leave blank. ACCIDENT DETAILS – YOUR BOAT OPERATOR OPERATOR INSTRUCTION OPERATOR SAFETY MEASURES Boating safety instruction completed On board, prior to accident, was operator wearing: None A lifejacket? An engine cut-off switch...
  • Page 136 Appendix E Boating Accident Report For each question below, please provide answers IF APPLICABLE AND IF KNOWN, otherwise leave blank. YOUR BOAT OPERATOR NAME/ADDRESS First Name Last Name Street City State AGE/GENDER/PHONE Date of Birth Phone Gender Male Female YOUR BOAT OWNER If same as boat SKIP rest of YOUR BOAT OWNER section.
  • Page 137 Float Plan Float Plan Appendix F...
  • Page 138 Appendix F Float Plan...
  • Page 139 Float Plan Appendix F Provided as a courtesy by: S2 Yachts, Inc. Holland, MI (616) 392-7163 Get a Vessel Safety Check before you go boating.
  • Page 140 Appendix F Float Plan Operator Notes...
  • Page 141 Troubleshooting Guide Troubleshooting Guide Appendix G Problem Cause and Solution Control Systems • Steering system is low on fluid. Fill and bleed sys- tem. Hydraulic steering is slow • Steering system has air in it. Fill and bleed system. to respond and erratic. •...
  • Page 142 Appendix G Troubleshooting Guide Problem Cause and Solution • Propeller may be damaged and need repair. • The propeller or propeller shaft is bent. Repair or replace damaged components. The boat vibrates at cruis- • The running gear is fouled by marine growth or ing speeds.
  • Page 143 Troubleshooting Guide Appendix G Problem Cause and Solution • The engine may be having a problem with a sticky anti-siphon valve, located in the fuel line near the fuel tank, that is restricting the fuel flow. Remove & clean or replace the anti-siphon valve. The engine is loosing •...
  • Page 144 Appendix G Troubleshooting Guide Operator Notes...
  • Page 145 FRESH WATER SYSTEM Addendum The fresh water system must be disinfected before first use and yearly at the beginning of each season. A clean sanitized fresh water system will greatly re- duce the risk of developing coliform bacteria or other disease-causing organisms (pathogens) and will help protect the health of everyone onboard.
  • Page 146 FRESH WATER SYSTEM Ensure the water system, including the water heater and pump(s), is drained completely. Close all faucets. CAUTION Notify all persons aboard that the fresh water system is being sani- tized. Do not allow anyone to drink from the fresh water system dur- ing the sanitizing process.
  • Page 147 FRESH WATER SYSTEM TYPE 1 TYPE 1 TYPE 2 TYPE 2 Figure A-1: Water heater valves in Figure A-2: Water heater valves in normal operation position bypass position 19. Drain the chlorine sanitizing solution by opening all faucets (hot & cold), setting single faucets to the warm position, and empty the water tank.
  • Page 148 FRESH WATER SYSTEM 22. Keeping all faucets open, switch the FRESH WATER PUMP breaker(s) ON and empty the water tank. When the water tank is empty turn the pump breaker(s) OFF. 23. Repeat steps 21 and 22. 24. Final fill: Fill the fresh water tank with clean, fresh water. The tank should be filled until water runs out of the vent.
  • Page 149 FRESH WATER SYSTEM 10. Fill the fresh water tank with clean, fresh water. The fill fitting for the water tank is on the deck amidships, labeled WATER. The tank should be filled until water runs out of the vent located on the hull side just below the fill. 11.
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