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  • Page 1 EVERGLADES OWNER’S MANUAL 273CC https://www.boat-manuals.com/edgewater/...
  • Page 2 Revision 0 03/29/2017 https://www.boat-manuals.com/edgewater/...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS TABLE OF CONTENTS ......................3 SAFETY INFORMATION ......................7 BOAT INFORMATION ......................8 SPECIFICATIONS ........................ 9 INTRODUCTION & IMPORTANT INFORMATION ...............11 OWNER / OPERATOR INFORMATION ..................13 Chapter 1: SAFETY EQUIPMENT 1.1 General ........................15 1.2 Engine Alarms ......................15 1.3 Neutral Safety Switch ....................15 1.4 Engine Stop Switch .....................15 1.5 Required Safety Equipment ..................16...
  • Page 4 TABLE OF CONTENTS Chapter 4: 4.1 General ........................43 4.2 Engine Throttle & Shift Controls ..................43 4.3 Neutral Safety Switch ....................45 4.4 Engine Power Tilt & Trim ....................46 4.5 Engine Stop Switch .....................47 4.6 Hydraulic Jack Plate (Optional) ..................47 4.7 Steering System ......................48 4.8 Joystick Controls ......................49 4.9 Trim Tabs ........................50 4.10 Control Systems Maintenance ..................51...
  • Page 5 TABLE OF CONTENTS Chapter 9: DRAINAGE SYSTEMS 9.1 General ........................85 9.2 Cockpit Sole Drains ....................85 9.3 Hardtop Drains ......................85 9.4 Bilge Drainage ......................85 9.5 Fishboxes, Baitwell & Storage Compartment Drains ............86 9.6 Cockpit & Water System Drains ..................87 9.7 Drainage System Maintenance ..................88 Chapter 10: VENTILATION SYSTEM 10.1 Cabin Ventilation .......................89...
  • Page 6 TABLE OF CONTENTS Appendix A: SCHEMATICS ........................123 Appendix B: GLOSSARY OF TERMS ......................125 Appendix C: MAINTENANCE LOG ......................129 Appendix D: BOATING ACCIDENT REPORT ....................135 Appendix E: FLOAT PLAN ........................139 Appendix F: TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE ....................141 https://www.boat-manuals.com/edgewater/...

  • Page 7: Safety Information

    SAFETY INFORMATION Your Everglades owner’s manual has been written to include a number of safety instructions to assure the safe operation and maintenance of your boat. These instructions are in the form of DANGER, WARNING and CAUTION statements. The following definitions apply: CAUTION H A Z A R D S O R U N S A F E P R A C T I C E S W H I C H C O U L D RESULT IN MINOR PERSONAL INJURY OR PRODUCT AND...

  • Page 8: Boat Information

    BOAT INFORMATION Please fill out the following information section and leave it in your Everglades owner’s manual. This information will be important for you, your dealer and/or Everglades service personnel to know, if you may need to call them for technical assistance or service. BOAT MODEL: HULL SERIAL #:...

  • Page 9: Specifications

    SPECIFICATIONS 273CC Specifications HULL LENGTH OVERALL W/O ENGINE ____________________________________________________ 27’ 3” HULL LENGTH OVERALL W/ ENGINE _______________________________________________________ 29’ BEAM ________________________________________________________________________________ 9’ 3” WEIGHT DRY - NO ENGINES ____________________________________________________________ 6400 DEAD RISE _____________________________________________________________________________ 20 DRAFT WITH ENGINES UP _______________________________________________________________ 18” DRAFT WITH ENGINES DOWN _____________________________________________31” (Twin) 36” (Single) TRANSOM HEIGHT ___________________________________________________ 25”/25”...
  • Page 10 CERTIFICATIONS & SPECIFICATIONS 273 Center Console Export Documentation (For Export Only) To be in compliance with European directives for recreational boats as published by the International Organization for Standardization (ISO) in effect at the time this boat was manufactured, we are providing the following information. Manufacturer: Name Everglades Boats...

  • Page 11: Introduction & Important Information

    INTRODUCTION & IMPORTANT INFORMATION All instructions given in this book are as seen from the stern looking toward the bow with starboard being to your right and port to your left. The information and precautions listed in this manual are not all inclusive. It may be general in nature in some cases and detailed in others and is designed to provide you with a basic understanding of your Everglades boat and some of the responsibilities...
  • Page 12 INTRODUCTION & IMPORTANT INFORMATION Transferring the Limited Structural Warranty Service For a transfer fee, Everglades Boats will offer to All warranty repairs must be performed by an extend a Transferable Limited Structural Hull War- authorized Everglades Dealer. Should a problem ranty to subsequent owners of Everglades Boats.

  • Page 13: Owner / Operator Information

    OWNER / OPERATOR INFORMATION Registration and Numbering an accident. If you need additional information regarding accident reporting, please call the Boat- Federal law requires that all undocumented ves- ing Safety Hotline, 800-368-5647. sels equipped with propulsion machinery be regis- tered in the state of principal use. A certificate of Education number will be issued upon registering the boat.
  • Page 14 NOTES https://www.boat-manuals.com/edgewater/...

  • Page 15: Safety Equipment

    Chapter 1: SAFETY EQUIPMENT 1.1 General Your boat and outboard engines have been equipped with safety equipment designed to en- hance the safe operation of the boat and to meet U.S. Coast Guard safety standards. The Coast Guard or state, county and municipal law enforce- ment agencies require certain additional accessory safety equipment on each boat.

  • Page 16: Required Safety Equipment

    Safety Equipment Visual Distress Signals Notice: You should carry an extra stop switch lan- All boats used on coastal waters, the Great Lakes, yard and instruct at least one other crew territorial seas and those waters connected di- member on the operation of the stop switch rectly to them, must be equipped with Coast Guard and location of the extra lanyard.

  • Page 17: Bilge & Fuel Fires

    Safety Equipment • Electric Distress Light (Night use only) Refer to the “Federal Requirements And Safety Tips For Recreational Boats” pamphlet or Contact The electric distress light is accepted for the U.S. Coast Guard Boating Safety Hotline, night use only and must automatically flash 1-800-368-5647, for information on the type and the international SOS distress signal.

  • Page 18: First Aid

    Safety Equipment Typical First Aid Kit 1.7 First Aid In many emergency situations, the Coast Guard can provide assistance in obtaining medical advice It is the operator’s responsibility to be familiar for treatment of serious injuries or illness. If you with the proper first-aid procedures and be able are within VHF range of a Coast Guard Station, to care for minor injuries or illnesses of your pas-...
  • Page 19 Safety Equipment Marine Radio Additional Equipment to Consider: A marine radio is the most effective method of Cell Phone Spare Anchor receiving information and requesting assistance. Fenders Heaving Line VHF marine radios are used near shore and single Mirror First Aid Kit sideband radios are used for long range commu- nication.

  • Page 20: Caution & Warning Labels

    Safety Equipment 1.9 Caution & Warning Labels Caution and warning labels must remain legible for the safety of you and your passengers. If a label The caution and warning labels shown are ex- becomes missing or damaged it must be replaced. amples of the labels that could be on your boat.

  • Page 21: Operation

    Chapter 2: OPERATION 2.1 General the boat as well. Always modify the boat speed in accordance with the sea conditions, boat traffic Before you start the engines on your boat, you and weather conditions. should become familiar with the various compo- nent systems and their operation, and have per- Remember, it is the operator’s responsibility to formed a “Pre-Cruise System Check.”...
  • Page 22 Operation Overtaking Situations When one motor boat is overtaking another mo- tor boat, the boat that is being passed has the right-of-way. The overtaking boat must make the adjustments necessary to provide clearance for a safe passage of the other vessel. The boats should sound the appropriate signals.
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  • Page 24: Pre-Cruise Check

    Operation 2.3 Pre-Cruise Check CAUTION Before Starting the Engines THERE MUST BE AT LEAST ONE PERSONAL FLOTATION • Check the weather forecast. Decide if the DEVICE ON BOARD FOR EVERY PERSON ON BOARD AND planned cruise can be made safely. ONE THROW-OUT FLOTATION DEVICE.

  • Page 25: Operating Your Boat

    Operation 2.4 Operating Your Boat WARNING WARNING MAKE SURE ONE OTHER PERSON ON THE BOAT IS INSTRUCTED IN THE OPERATION OF THE BOAT AND ALWAYS OPERATE THE BOAT IN COMPLIANCE WITH ALL TO REDUCE THE RISK OF A FIRE OR EXPLOSION, DO NOT STATE AND LOCAL LAWS GOVERNING THE USE OF A BOAT.

  • Page 26: Docking, Anchoring & Mooring

    Operation Notice: enough to develop a sense for the way your boat If the engines have been run at high speed handles in a variety of docking scenarios. You for a long period of time, allow them to cool must be able to foresee the possibilities and have down by running the engines at idle speed solutions in mind before problems occur.
  • Page 27 Operation to forward to stop. Keep the engine running until the lines are secured. Securing Dock Lines Securing a boat that is tied along side the dock After Bow Spring Cleat typically requires a bow and stern line and two Stern Cleat spring lines.
  • Page 28 Operation Maneuvering - Twin Engine Boats of gear or turning the wheel. When nearly in the slip all the way, straighten the engines and shift to forward to stop. Keep the engines running until If your boat is equipped with a joystick in- the lines are secured.

  • Page 29: Controls, Steering, Or Propulsion System Failure

    Operation 2.6 Controls, Steering, or Leaving a Mooring Start the engines and let them warm up for sev- Propulsion System Failure eral minutes before releasing the mooring line. If the propulsion, control or steering system fails The boat will already be headed into the wind, while you are operating the boat, bring the throt- so move it forward enough to loosen the line and tles to idle and shift to neutral.

  • Page 30: Flooding Or Capsizing

    Operation Freeing a grounded vessel or towing a boat that If the boat becomes swamped and capsizes, you is disabled requires specialized equipment and and your passengers should stay with the boat as knowledge. Line failure and structural damage long as you can. It is much easier for the Coast caused by improper towing have resulted in fatal Guard, aircraft, or other boats to spot the boat, injuries.

  • Page 31: Water Skiing & Wakeboarding

    Operation • Turn off the engines when the person is along- • Make sure to inspect the ski equipment and side and use a ring buoy or a boat cushion with tow rope before each ski session. Never use a line attached, a paddle or boathook to assist equipment that is damaged or with loose him to the boat.
  • Page 32 Operation • Approach a skier in the water from the downwind side and be certain to stop the motion of the boat and your motor before coming in close proximity to the skier. • Give immediate attention to a fallen skier. A fallen skier is very hard to see by other boats and is extremely vulnerable.

  • Page 33: Trash Disposal

    Operation 2.13 Trash Disposal The discharge of plastic trash or trash mixed with plastic is illegal anywhere in the marine environ- ment. U.S. Coast Guard regulations also restrict the dumping of other forms of garbage. Regional, state and local restrictions on garbage discharges also may apply.
  • Page 34 Operation 2.15 Trailering Your Boat If you trailer your boat, make sure that your tow vehicle is capable of towing the weight of the trailer, boat and equipment and the weight of the passengers and equipment inside the vehicle. This may require that the tow vehicle be spe- cially equipped with a larger engine, transmission, brakes and trailer tow package.
  • Page 35 Operation Before Going Out On The Highway: • Make sure the LIGHTS on the trailer function • Side curtains, clear connector, backdrop properly. and aft curtain must be removed when • CHECK THE BRAKES. On a level parking area trailering. Canvas enclosures are not designed roll forward and apply the brakes several times to withstand the extreme wind pressure at increasing speeds to determine if the brakes...
  • Page 36 NOTES https://www.boat-manuals.com/edgewater/...

  • Page 37: Propulsion System

    Chapter 3: PROPULSION SYSTEM 3.1 General Your boat is designed to be powered with one or two 2-cycle or 4-cycle outboard motors. 4-cycle outboard engines do not use an oil injection sys- tem and are not equipped with an oil tank. They have an oil sump in the crankcase that must be kept full of the type of oil recommended by the engine manufacturer.

  • Page 38: Engine Lubrication

    Propulsion System engine cowling. This allows the operator to visu- CAUTION ally check the operation of the cooling system. When the engine is started, always check for a DO NOT PAINT THE OUTBOARD MOTOR WITH ANTIFOULING steady stream of water coming out of those ports. PAINTS DESIGNED FOR BOAT HULLS.
  • Page 39 Propulsion System the right hand rotation engine is mounted on the starboard side. You should make sure that each propeller matches the rotation of the engine. Notice: Before changing propellers to correct boat performance problems, be sure factors such as engine tuning, bottom and running gear growth, etc.

  • Page 40: Engine Instrumentation

    Propulsion System Yamaha Command Link Plus / Typical Twin Engine Display ® 3.7 Engine Instrumentation The instrumentation is unique to the type of out- The helm station is equipped with a set of engine board motors installed on your Everglades. instruments and/or alarms.
  • Page 41 Propulsion System Speedometer Yamaha Command Link Plus speedometers can ® indicate boat speed via the engine pickup or an optional GPS or depth sounder triducer, if these options are installed in your boat. Refer to the engine gauge and electronics operating manuals for more information on the speedometer options available for your boat.
  • Page 42 Propulsion System Depth Gauge (Optional) The depth gauge indicates the depth of the water below the bottom of the boat. Compass All boats are equipped with a compass on the top of the instrument panel. The compass cannot be adjusted accurately at the factory as it must be compensated for the influence of the electrical equipment and electronics unique to your boat.

  • Page 43: General

    Chapter 4: HELM CONTROL SYSTEMS 4.1 General The helm controls consist of three systems: the engine throttle and shift controls, the steering system, and the trim tab control switches. These systems provide the operator with the ability to control the direction and attitude of the boat from the helm station.
  • Page 44 Helm Control Systems a reverse position (the 1st detent aft of neutral). Advancing the control lever beyond the shift range advances the throttle in forward or reverse. Each control is equipped with a means of permitting the engine to be operated at a higher than idle RPM while in neutral for cold starting and warm- up purposes.

  • Page 45: Neutral Safety Switch

    Helm Control Systems The engine controls and key pads have integrated matic synchronizer feature built into the electronic switches and indicator lights which allow the op- engine controls when the engines are operating erator to control all aspects of the boat’s propul- above 1000 RPM.

  • Page 46: Engine Power Tilt & Trim

    Helm Control Systems WARNING I N S O M E S I T U AT I O N S , I T M AY B E P O S S I B L E T O ACCIDENTALLY START THE ENGINES IN GEAR WITH THE THROTTLES ABOVE IDLE IF THE NEUTRAL SAFETY SWITCH IS NOT OPERATING PROPERLY.

  • Page 47: Engine Stop Switch

    Helm Control Systems 4.5 Engine Stop Switch Your boat is equipped with an engine stop switch and lanyard. When the lanyard is pulled it will engage the switch and shut off the engines. We strongly recommend that the lanyard be attached to the driver whenever the engines are running.

  • Page 48: Steering System

    Helm Control Systems 4.7 Steering System Electronic Steering Your boat is equipped with an electronic steer- ing system that provides precise and responsive steering. The system is 100% electronic and there are no mechanical connections between the steering wheel and the engines. On twin engine boats, each engine is turned independently al- lowing improved tight quarter maneuvering and the convenience of an optional Joystick control...

  • Page 49: Joystick Controls

    Helm Control Systems Tilt Steering Wheel The steering wheel can be tilted to five different positions by activating the tilt lock lever located on the bottom of the helm station. When the lever is released, it automatically locks the steer- ing wheel at or close to that angle.

  • Page 50: Trim Tabs

    Helm Control Systems 4.9 Trim Tabs The recessed trim tabs are mounted to the hull below the swim platform and integrated transom engine mounting system. A dual rocker switch is used to control the trim tabs. The switch controls bow up and down movements. It also controls starboard and port up and down movements.

  • Page 51: Control Systems Maintenance

    Helm Control Systems 4.10 Control Systems Maintenance by the steering system manufacturer. Difficult steering and premature seal failure can result if Control Maintenance the wrong fluid is used in the steering system. Periodic inspection of the control systems and all Review the information provided by the steering connections should be made.
  • Page 52 Helm Control Systems return the trim tabs to the full “UP” position af- ter operating the boat and periodically inspect and clean marine growth from the actuators and planes. If the boat is kept in the water, the trim tabs must be equipped with a sacrificial anode to prevent galvanic corrosion.

  • Page 53: Fuel System

    Chapter 5: FUEL SYSTEM 5.1 General The gasoline fuel system used in Everglades boats sold in the United States is designed to meet or exceed the emission control standards of the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the requirements of the U.S. Coast Guard, the Boating Industry Association and the American Boat and Yacht Council in effect at the time of manufacture.

  • Page 54: Outboard Fuel System

    Fuel System Typical Yamaha Fuel Filter & Primer Bulb A fuel filter for each engine is installed in the aft The shutoff valves will not allow additional fuel to systems compartment bilge. The filters are ac- be added after they close and could be damaged cessed raising the aft bench seat.

  • Page 55: Fueling Instructions

    Fuel System 5.3 Fueling Instructions • Estimate how much fuel is needed and avoid overfilling the fuel tank. Fueling the Boat WARNING In order to comply with U.S. EPA emission regula- tions, Everglades boats are equipped with special FUEL IS VERY FLAMMABLE. BE CAREFUL WHEN FILLING THE FUEL TANKS.

  • Page 56: Fuel System Maintenance

    Fuel System WARNING FUEL TANK CONTENTS CAN BE UNDER PRESSURE. TO AV O I D S E R I O U S I N J U RY O R D E AT H F R O M F I R E OR EXPLOSION, OPEN FUEL CAP SLOWLY IN A WELL VENTILATED AREA.
  • Page 57 Fuel System Contaminated fuel may cause serious damage to your engines. Fuel filters must be checked for corrosion and deterioration frequently. Fuel filters must be changed at least once a season or more frequently depending on the type of engine and the quality of the fuel.
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  • Page 59: Electrical System

    Chapter 6: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM 6.1 General Main breakers or fuses located on each engine pro- tect the ignition systems and gauge panel display. Your Everglades is equipped with 120 volt AC Yamaha engine electrical circuits are protected by and 12 volt DC electrical systems. The AC sys- fuses located in a fuse panel on the side of the tem draws current from shore power outlets at engine.
  • Page 60 Electrical System Battery Switches, Fuse Panels & Main Circuit Breakers - Twin Engine Models accessories and electronics at low speed when capacity recommended by the manufacturer of the charging system output from the engines is your engines. These specifications should be con- minimal.
  • Page 61 Electrical System Battery Switches, Fuse Panels & Main Circuit Breakers - Single Engine Models Remote Battery Switch Operation Each battery switch and the emergency parallel switch is controlled by a switch in the helm battery switch panel. Slide the label down and press the top of the remote switch to engage the battery switch.

  • Page 62: Parallel Switch & Dead Batteries

    Electrical System the VSR sensing circuits. The circuits sense the charge and it is split between the batteries, with the lowest battery receiving the most charge. When the engines are turned off, the charging stops and the sensing circuit turns off each VSR, disconnecting the batteries from the charging cir- cuit thereby automatically isolating the batteries from one another.

  • Page 63: Ignition Switch Panels

    Electrical System Typical Single Engine Yamaha Command Link Ignition 6.5 Ignition Switch Panels Ignition Switch Panels Typical Twin Engine Yamaha Command Link Ignition Ignition switch panels are unique to each engine & Engine Start/Stop Switch System manufacturer and the engine control options selected.

  • Page 64: Volt Accessory Switch Panels

    Electrical System 6.6 12 volt Accessory Switch Panels The main accessory switch panel is located at the helm. Most of the circuit breakers that protect the accessories activated by the switches are located in the head compartment breaker panel. The switch panels are equipped with push button switches that are labeled for the accessories they control.
  • Page 65 Electrical System Port Lights Fishbox Press the switch once to activate the overhead Press the switch once to activate the pump that drains the forward fishbox. Press the switch again light on the port side of the hardtop that illumi- to turn the pump off.
  • Page 66 Electrical System Reserved for additional DC accessories installed by you or your Everglades dealer. 12 volt Receptacle Provides electrical current for portable 12 volt equipment. The receptacle is located on the starboard side of the helm near the windshield. MP3 Connection Located on the starboard side of the helm near the 12 volt receptacle.

  • Page 67: Dc Circuit Protection

    Electrical System Battery Switch Panel In Aft Systems Compartment 6.7 DC Circuit Protection The following is a description of the most common circuit breakers and fuse panels. Some accessory General circuit breakers and fuses described in this section Power is distributed to most of the 12 volt ac- provide protection for optional equipment that may cessories through individual toggle circuit break- not be installed on your boat.
  • Page 68 Electrical System Typical Heavy Duty Circuit Breakers Accessory Fuse Panel The following are the main circuits supplied and protected by heavy duty circuit breakers: Located near the battery switches. The fuses in this panel protect some accessory circuits that Main are activated by the House battery switch.
  • Page 69 Electrical System Accessory & Continuous Power Fuse Panels In Aft Systems Compartment A) Accessory Fuse Panel B) Continuous Power Fuse Panel C) Remote Battery Switch Fuse Panel Bilge Pump switch will be lit whenever the pump Continuous Power Fuse Panel is activated.
  • Page 70 Electrical System Emer Battery Protects the circuit for the switch that controls the emergency parallel remote battery switch that tem- porarily connects the engine & house batteries to provide additional starting current for the engines. Notice: Continuous power fuses are always supplied current when the batteries are connected.

  • Page 71: Volt Trolling Motor System

    Electrical System Yamaha Electronic Steering Pump & Control Panel Typical Yamaha Engine Charging Circuit Protection Main Fuses recharges the batteries whenever the engine is On some engines, main power is distributed to operating. control system components through individual heavy duty blade type fuses located near the The trolling motor batteries are located in a for- battery switches.

  • Page 72: Volt Ac Battery Charging System

    Electrical System The DC charger is designed to be used only with 12 volt systems equipped with 12 volt / 6-cell batteries that are flooded/wet cell or maintenance free batteries. Do not attempt to use gel cell, absorbed wet mat or other non wet cell batteries. The engine charging system and DC alternator charger are not designed to recharge these bat- teries which could cause unusually short battery...

  • Page 73: Bonding System

    Electrical System WARNING UNDETECTED FAULTS IN THE AC BATTERY CHARGING SYSTEM COULD CAUSE THE WATER AROUND THE BOAT TO BECOME ENERGIZED. THIS COULD CAUSE A SEVERE SHOCK OR EVEN DEATH TO SOMEONE IN THE WATER NEAR THE BOAT. NEVER SWIM OR ALLOW SWIMMING AROUND THE BOAT WHEN THE BATTERY CHARGING SYSTEM IS ACTIVATED BY THE SHORE POWER CONNECTION.

  • Page 74: Electrical System Maintenance

    Electrical System Anodes deteriorate before the other metals, there- by protecting the underwater metals from galvanic corrosion or stray electrical current. Since the anodes are sacrificial, it is important to monitor them and replace the anodes when they have deteriorated to 50 - 75% of their original size. The bonding system is connected to the engine and battery DC ground.
  • Page 75 Electrical System The entire AC circuitry, especially the shore power WARNING cord, should be seasonally tested for proper conti- nuity by an experienced electrician. This will detect NEVER USE AN OPEN FLAME IN THE BATTERY STORAGE any shorts, open wires or ground faults. AREA.
  • Page 76 NOTES https://www.boat-manuals.com/edgewater/...

  • Page 77: Fresh Water System

    Chapter 7: FRESH WATER SYSTEM 7.1 General The fresh water system consists of a potable water tank, distribution lines and a distribution pump. The pump is equipped with an automatic pressure switch and is located near the water tank in the aft systems compartment.

  • Page 78: Fresh Water System Maintenance

    Fresh Water System spray head. Make sure the Fresh Water switch in the helm switch panel is activated before using the shower. Washdown Hose Connector A fresh water washdown hose faucet is located on the starboard side of the cockpit. The faucet uses a standard garden hose connection and is equipped with a valve that allows the flow of water to be turned on or off at the hose connection.
  • Page 79 Fresh Water System • Periodically spray the pump and metal components with a metal protector. • The batteries must be properly maintained and charged. Operating the pressure pump from a battery with a low charge could lead to pump failure. •...
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  • Page 81: Raw Water System

    Chapter 8: RAW WATER SYSTEM 8.1 General In the raw or seawater systems, the baitwell seawater pump is mounted to a seacock on a thru-hull fitting located in the aft systems com- partment bilge. The water system pressure pump is connected to an auxiliary supply fitting at the base of the baitwell pump.

  • Page 82: Baitwell

    Raw Water System Make sure the Raw Water switch in the helm switch panel is on before using the washdown hose and that the washdown faucet valve or hose spray nozzles are off when the water system is activated. CAUTION DO NOT ALLOW THE WATER PUMP TO RUN DRY.

  • Page 83: Raw Water System Maintenance

    Raw Water System CAUTION A RUPTURED RAW WATER INTAKE OR PRESSURE LINE COULD CAUSE THE BOAT TO TAKE ON WATER. ALWAYS TURN THE RAW WATER SYSTEMS OFF AND CLOSE THE THRU-VALVES WHEN LEAVING THE BOAT UNATTENDED. 8.4 Raw Water System Maintenance The following items should be done routinely to help maintain your raw water system: •...
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  • Page 85: Drainage Systems

    Chapter 9: DRAINAGE SYSTEMS 9.1 General All water is drained by gravity to overboard thru- hull fittings located in the hull above the water line. It is important to check the drain system frequently to ensure it is free flowing and that the hoses on the thru-hull fittings are secure and not leaking.

  • Page 86: Fishboxes, Baitwell & Storage Compartment Drains

    Drainage Systems important to check the drain plug regularly to make sure it is tight. WARNING A L O O S E D R A I N P L U G W I L L A L L O W S E AWAT E R TO ENTER THE BILGE AND COULD CAUSE THE BOAT TO SINK.

  • Page 87: Cockpit & Water System Drains

    Drainage Systems Monitor the water level as the pump drains the fishbox and turn it off immediately when drain- ing is complete. The pump will be damaged if it is allowed to run dry for more than 30 seconds. The fishbox hatch drain rail drains by gravity to a thru-hull fitting in the hull near the fishbox pump.

  • Page 88: Drainage System Maintenance

    Drainage Systems Console Seat Storage Compartment/Cooler The storage compartment/cooler below the for- ward console seat is drained overboard by gravity through a fitting in the hull. Rope Locker Drain The rope locker drains overboard through a small drain hole in the bottom of the locker. It is im- portant to inspect the drain frequently to remove any accumulated debris.

  • Page 89: Ventilation System

    Chapter 10: VENTILATION SYSTEM 10.1 Cabin Ventilation Cabin Door & Vents Vents in the console door provide ventilation to the head compartment below the center console. Before using the head in hot weather, it is best to open the door for several minutes to provide maximum ventilation and cool the head compart- ment as much as possible.

  • Page 90: Windshield Ventilation

    Ventilation System 10.2 Windshield Ventilation The windshield can be lowered to provide ven- tilation at the helm and improved visibility. The windshield is raised and lowered by hydraulic cylinders activated by an electric hydraulic pump in the aft systems compartment. The system is controlled by the Windshield switches in the helm switch panel.

  • Page 91: Exterior Equipment

    Chapter 11: EXTERIOR EQUIPMENT 11.1 Deck Rails & Deck Hardware The rail system and hardware fittings have been selected and installed to perform specific func- tions. Hand rails are installed to provide a hand- hold in certain areas of the boat. You should make sure you keep at least one hand on the handholds as you move about the boat.
  • Page 92 Exterior Equipment binder, pull the anchor chain in slightly to relieve the tension on the binder, then release the binder from the chain. To secure the anchor in the up and stored position, raise the anchor until it seats firmly in the roller with the chain snug. Attach the chain binder to a link in the chain.
  • Page 93 Exterior Equipment After the anchor is set, the windlass must not be left to take the entire force from the anchor line. Boats lying to their anchor in a high swell or heavy weather conditions will snub on the line. This can cause slippage or apply excessive loads to the windlass.

  • Page 94: Hull

    Exterior Equipment 11.3 Hull Engine Mounting System Your Everglades is equipped with an engine mounting system that is integrated into the hull and stringer system that is designed to distribute the stresses of engine weight and thrust through- out the entire hull. The engine cowlings, hoses and cables or the transom gel coat can be damaged by tilting the engines to the full up position with the engines...
  • Page 95 Exterior Equipment down position. Then use your free hand and feet to fully extend the ladder. Use the grab rail and ladder to steady yourself while deploying the ladder and boarding. Re- member to retract and secure the ladder before starting the engines.
  • Page 96 Exterior Equipment Heavy Duty Bow Eye (Optional) The heavy duty towing package includes a heavy duty bow eye. The eye includes a welded stain- less steel plate with internal bow reinforcement and backing plates that distribute the force on the bow eye to a larger area of the hull than with the standard bow eye.

  • Page 97: Cockpit Features

    Exterior Equipment 11.4 Cockpit Features General Most hatches and doors in the cockpit are secured with special cam action, draw or automatic “push to close” latches. Gas charged springs are used on most hatches that help raise the hatches and hold them in the open position.
  • Page 98 Exterior Equipment Notice: Periodically inspect the backrest and seat base latches and supports for wear, damage or loose fit. Any problems should be cor- rected immediately. WARNING PASSENGERS SITTING OR STANDING ON THE REAR DECK WHILE THE BOAT IS CRUISING COULD LOOSE THEIR BALANCE AND FALL OVERBOARD INTO THE BOAT PROPELLER OR BE LOST IN OPEN WATER.
  • Page 99 Exterior Equipment Special cam action compression latches on each side secure the seat base in the closed position. A gas charged spring helps lift the seat and secures it in the open position. The gas spring is equipped with an integrated support strut that secures the spring and seat base in the open position and prevents it from closing accidentally.
  • Page 100 Exterior Equipment Helm Seat Bolsters In Seat Position Helm Seat Bolsters In Leaning Post Position Helm Seats The helm and passenger seats are equipped with a flip up bolster to provide more room between the seats and the helm. The bolsters convert the seats to a leaning post style seat with a backrest, allowing the operator and passenger to sit or stand at the helm.
  • Page 101 Exterior Equipment The fishbox is drained by a macerator pump activated by a switch in the helm switch panel. Be sure to monitor the water level in the fishbox closely during pump out operations and turn the pump off as soon as pumping is complete. The pump could be damaged if it is allowed to run dry for more than 30 seconds.

  • Page 102: Center Console & Helm

    Exterior Equipment 11.5 Center Console & Helm Helm The steering, engine controls, engine instruments and switches for exterior equipment and naviga- tion lights are located on the helm station. An area for flush mounted electronics is located forward of the steering and engine controls. The helm is also equipped with molded in cup holders, storage trays, grab rails and a lockable storage compart- ment.
  • Page 103 Exterior Equipment snaps mounted to the frame can void the warranty on the powder coated windshield/hardtop frame. Refer to the Routine Maintenance chapter for more information on the care and maintenance of powder coated aluminum. Head Compartment Door The head compartment door on the port side of the console is equipped with vents that provide ventilation for the head compartment.

  • Page 104: Hardtop

    Exterior Equipment 11.6 Hardtop The standard hardtop consists of a laminated fi- berglass top mounted to a welded powder coated aluminum frame that is bolted to the console. It is equipped with a switch panel, red LED overhead lighting for the helm and a mounting area for a VHF radio and stereo.

  • Page 105: Interior Equipment

    Chapter 12: INTERIOR EQUIPMENT 12.1 Head Compartment The head compartment is equipped with a marine toilet and storage. The compartment drains to the bilge through a drain fitting in the floor. Daylight and ventilation is provided by an opening port window and vents in the cabin door. There is also a 12 volt light in the head compartment that is activated by a switch in the light fixture.

  • Page 106: Marine Head System

    Interior Equipment 12.2 Marine Head System Marine Toilet Your boat is equipped with an electric marine toilet (head) and holding tank as standard equipment. A momentary switch near the toilet controls the filling and flushing of the toilet. Flush water is supplied by the freshwater system.
  • Page 107 Interior Equipment CAUTION IN MANY AREAS IT IS ILLEGAL TO FLUSH HEAD WASTE DIRECTLY OVERBOARD. VIOLATION OF THESE POLLUTION L AW S C A N R E S U LT I N F I N E S O R I M P R I S O N M E N T. ALWAYS KNOW THE LAW FOR THE AREAS IN WHICH YOU BOAT.
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  • Page 109: Routine Maintenance

    Chapter 13: ROUTINE MAINTENANCE 13.1 Exterior Hull & Deck CAUTION Hull Cleaning-Below The Water Line When the boat is removed from the water, clean BARRIER COATINGS AND BOTTOM PAINT SHOULD BE the outer bottom surface immediately. Algae, APPLIED ONLY BY QUALIFIED MARINE PROFESSIONALS grass, dirt and other marine growth is easier to IN A BOAT YARD OR DEALERSHIP THAT SPECIALIZES IN remove while the hull is still wet.
  • Page 110 Routine Maintenance not be providing the proper protection. Loose or • Do not use abrasives, bleaches, ammonia, low quality anodes could be the problem. Contact acids or harsh detergents. See your dealer for your dealer or Everglades Customer Service for special marine formulations.
  • Page 111 Routine Maintenance • Stainless Steel can normally be cleaned and CAUTION protected by using a high quality boat or au- tomotive wax or a commercial metal cleaner ONE DRAWBACK TO METAL PROTECTORS IS THAT THEY and protectant. CAN MAKE THE METAL SLIPPERY. THEREFORE, THEY SHOULD BE NOT BE USED ON TOWER LADDERS, STEERING Never do the following on Stainless Steel.
  • Page 112 Routine Maintenance We strongly recommend that you do not drill into cleaning. Solvents and products containing am- or install any hardware to the aluminum frame. monia can permanently damage acrylic plastic Poor maintenance or hardware and snaps mounted glass. to the fabrication can void the warranty on the powder coated frame.

  • Page 113: Upholstery, Canvas & Enclosures

    Routine Maintenance 13.2 Upholstery, Canvas & Enclosures Acrylic canvas can be cleaned by using Ivory Flakes, Ivory Liquid or another mild soap and water. Scrub Vinyl Upholstery lightly and rinse thoroughly to remove the soap. Do The vinyl upholstery used on the seats, cushions, not use detergents, as they will deteriorate the water- bolsters and for the headliner in some cabins, proofing in the fabric.

  • Page 114: Interior

    Routine Maintenance boat is stored near a highway, airport or in a large city. move water spots and improve clarity. If a polish Residue from jet fuel, exhaust fumes and industrial is accidentally used, use Windex or its equivalent ® pollution can shorten the life of tops and enclosures.

  • Page 115: Bilge, Pumps & Components

    Routine Maintenance If you leave the boat for a long period of time, basis. Operate all thru-hull valves at least once a put all cushions on their sides, open all interior month to keep them operating properly. cabin and locker doors and hang a commercially available mildew protector in the cabin.
  • Page 116 Routine Maintenance Notice: • Operate the thru-hull valves once a month and All drains and pumps must be properly win- service as required. terized before winter lay-up. • Run all overboard pumps briefly at least once a month to keep them operating properly. https://www.boat-manuals.com/edgewater/...

  • Page 117: Seasonal Maintenance

    Chapter 14: SEASONAL MAINTENANCE 14.1 Storage & Lay-up Lifting It is essential that care be used when lifting your Before Hauling: boat. Make sure the spreader bar at each sling is • Pump out the head holding tank. Flush the at least as long as the distance across the widest holding tank using clean water, soap and a point of the boat that the sling will surround.
  • Page 118 Seasonal Maintenance Preparing The Boat For Storage: • Make sure the hitch is properly supported. • Remove the bilge drain plug, if installed. • Check the tires once each season. Add enough air for the correct amount of inflation for the •...

  • Page 119: Winterizing

    Seasonal Maintenance 14.2 Winterizing Make sure to run the fish box pumps until all the water is removed from the fish boxes and the Fresh Water System pump. Then pour potable water antifreeze in each The entire fresh water system must be completely fish box and activate the pumps until antifreeze is drained.
  • Page 120 Seasonal Maintenance Outboard Engines CAUTION The engines should be flushed with fresh water for at least 15 minutes prior to winter storage. This ALWAYS MAKE SURE THE LEG DRAIN HOLES ARE CLEAR will remove salt, sand and other contaminates WHEN THE BOAT IS LAID UP FOR THE WINTER. WATER that can damage the engine.

  • Page 121: Recommissioning

    Seasonal Maintenance 14.3 Recommissioning • Check all hose clamps for tightness. • Pump the antifreeze from the fresh and raw WARNING water systems and flush several times with fresh water. DO NOT OPERATE THE BOAT UNLESS IT IS COMPLETELY • Check and lubricate the steering system.
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  • Page 123: Schematics

    Appendix A: SCHEMATICS https://www.boat-manuals.com/edgewater/...
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  • Page 125: Appendix B: Glossary Of Terms

    Appendix B: GLOSSARY OF TERMS ft: In, near or toward the stern of a boat. Bow Rail: Knee high rails of solid tubing to aid in preventing people from falling overboard. Aground: A boat stuck on the bottom. Bridge: The area from which a boat is steered Amidships: In or toward the part of a boat midway and controlled.
  • Page 126 Glossary of Terms Grab Rail: Hand-hold fittings mounted on cabin eck: The floor-like platform of a boat that tops or sides for personal safety when moving covers the hull. around the boat, both on deck and below. Displacement: The volume of water displaced by Ground Tackle: A general term including anchors, the hull.
  • Page 127 Glossary of Terms Length On The Waterline (l.w.l.): A length mea- Pile or Piling: A long column driven into the bot- surement of a boat at the waterline from the stern tom to which a boat can be tied. to where the hull breaks the water near the bow. Pitching: The fore and aft rocking motion of a Limber Hole: A passage cut into the lower edges boat as the bow rises and falls.
  • Page 128 Glossary of Terms Scupper: An opening in the hull side or transom affrail: Rail around the rear of the cockpit. of the boat through which water on deck or in the cockpit is drained overboard. Thru-hull: A fitting used to pass fluids (usually Seacock: Safety valves installed just inside the water) through the hull surface, either above or thru-hull fittings and ahead of the piping or hose...

  • Page 129: Appendix C: Maintenance Log

    Appendix C: MAINTENANCE LOG Date Dealer Service/Repairs Hours https://www.boat-manuals.com/edgewater/...
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  • Page 135: Boating Accident Report

    BOATING ACCIDENT REPORT Appendix D:                                       ...
  • Page 136 Boating Accident Report                                      ...
  • Page 137 Boating Accident Report                                                  ...
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  • Page 139: Appendix E: Float Plan

    Appendix E: FLOAT PLAN Everglades recommends filling out a float plan each time you use your boat for an off- shore day trip or a long cruise. Leave this information with a responsible person ashore, like a close friend or relative that you know well. 1.
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  • Page 141: Troubleshooting Guide

    Appendix F: TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE PROBLEM CAUSE AND SOLUTION CONTROL SYSTEMS • Steering system is low on fluid. Fill and bleed system. Hydraulic Steering is slow to respond & erratic. • Steering system has air in it. Fill and bleed system. •...
  • Page 142 Troubleshooting Guide PROBLEM CAUSE AND SOLUTION ENGINE PROBLEMS An engine is running too hot. • The engine raw water pick up strainer is clogged with marine growth. Clean pick up. • The engine raw water pump impeller is worn or damaged. Repair the pump.
  • Page 143 Troubleshooting Guide PROBLEM CAUSE AND SOLUTION ACCESSORY PROBLEMS The baitwell pump runs, but does not pump water. • The strainer on the intake scoop is clogged preventing the water from getting to the pump. Put the boat in reverse to clean the strainer.
  • Page 144 Troubleshooting Guide PROBLEM CAUSE AND SOLUTION ACCESSORY PROBLEMS The automatic float switch on the bilge pump raises but • The circuit breaker or fuse for the automatic switch has does not activate the pump . tripped or blown. Reset the circuit breaker or replace the fuse.
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  • Page 147 EVERGLADES OWNER’S MANUAL Everglades Boats 544 Air Park Road Edgewater, Florida 32132 https://www.boat-manuals.com/edgewater/...

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