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280 CC Owner's Manual
Revised September 2020
Maverick Boat Group
3207 Industrial 29th St. • Fort Pierce, Florida 34946
• cobiaboats.com
(772)-465-0631
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  • Page 1 280 CC Owner’s Manual Revised September 2020 Maverick Boat Group 3207 Industrial 29th St. • Fort Pierce, Florida 34946 • cobiaboats.com (772)-465-0631...
  • Page 2 Dear New Cobia Owner, On behalf of Cobia Boats, I would like to congratulate you on your purchase. We at Cobia strive to build the best products possible and wish you years of trouble-free enjoyment. There are many things to know about the operation, care, and maintenance of our products and the systems we install in them.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Cobia 280 CC Hull Wire Harness ......................34 Cobia 280 CC Deck Wire Harness ....................35 Cobia 280 CC Windlass Wire Harness ....................36 Cobia 280 CC Aft Deck Wire Harness ....................37 Upholstery Care & Cleaning Guide ....................38 Warranty ..............................39 Maverick Boat Group 3207 Industrial 29th St.

  • Page 4: Cobia 280 Cc Specifications

    Cobia 280 CC Specifications L.O.A........................27’ 07” BEAM..............………………….…....9’ 08” DRAFT........................22” WEIGHT W/O ENGINE..................3500 LBS. FUEL CAPACITY....................189 GAL. DEADRISE @ TRANSOM..................21 DEG. MAXIMUM H.P......................500 TRANSOM HEIGHT……………………………………………...……………….. 25” TWINS COCKPIT SQUARE FOOTAGE………………………………………………...….94 SQ. FT. Maverick Boat Group 3207 Industrial 29th St. • Fort Pierce, Florida 34946 •...

  • Page 5: 280 Cc Deck Layout

    280 CC Deck Layout Maverick Boat Group 3207 Industrial 29th St. • Fort Pierce, Florida 34946 • cobiaboats.com (772)-465-0631...

  • Page 6: Pre-Operation Checklist

    Pre-Operation Checklist We recommend you print this document and store it at the helm station. Maverick Boat Group 3207 Industrial 29th St. • Fort Pierce, Florida 34946 • cobiaboats.com (772)-465-0631...

  • Page 7: Maintenance & Cleaning

    Maintenance Cobia advises owners that maintenance and repairs should be performed at an authorized Cobia Dealer. The following information is general in nature and should not be considered a repair manual or guidelines set forth by Maverick Boat Group. Cleaning Each Cobia boat is constructed using the finest materials and components available.

  • Page 8: Engine Break-In Period

    DO NOT operate the boat if the engine stop switch system does not function properly. Go to a Cobia Dealer to have this resolved immediately. The lanyard should be securely attached to the boat operator at all times that the engine is on.

  • Page 9: Helm & Command Link Gauges

    Yamaha Command Link Gauge manual located in the Cobia Duffel Bag. Cobia Duffel Bag Along with your boat, you received a Duffel Bag with your new Cobia. Inside the Duffel Bag are the following items: o Large Livewell Standpipe o Short Livewell Standpipe o 1.5”...

  • Page 10: Fuel-Water Separator & Drain

    If there appears to be an excessive amount of water, the filter component should be replaced. See your authorized Cobia Dealer for replacement parts. Maintenance Note: Yamaha recommends replacing the 10- micron fuel filter on new boats after the first 10 hours or 1 month of operation and every 50 hours or every 6 months thereafter.

  • Page 11: Bilge

    Bilge Bilge Access Accessing the bilge in your 280 is made easy. First, locate the controls on the electronic lift assist, labeled “Hatch”, mounted on the starboard side of the tackle station directly across from the gunwale. Next, press and hold the top button on the controls. This will cause the rear access to lift revealing the bilge access.
  • Page 12 Bilge The bilge of your Cobia should always be checked before and after a launch. While checking the bilge, note that a small amount of water in the bilge is normal. However, a large amount of water or any signs of fuel or oil requires immediate attention. If such a situation exists, the boat should be taken to a certified marine technician immediately.

  • Page 13: Systems

    If the bilge pump still does not turn on, it likely needs to be replaced. It is not recommended to use your boat if the bilge pump and/or float switch are not functioning properly. Systems Ball Valves Ball valves can be used to serve several purposes. They allow seawater to enter the boat, in the case of livewells, and they also act as a safeguard to stop water from entering.
  • Page 14 Head Unit Inside the console is the head unit. There are steps that lead into the head unit which houses an electric head, fresh water sink with spray nozzle for rinsing off, switch panel for flushing head, on-off switch for the macerator, and a lighted towel-rack bar. The main DC breaker panel (for switch panel accessories) is inside along with two port hole windows.
  • Page 15 Console/Head Access Located at the top on the inside of the console/head access door is a locking gas shock that aides in opening the door and keeping the door open once the shock is fully extended. With the door fully opened, it can only be closed by releasing the pressure of the metal sleeve on the door side against the shock that is mounted to the console.
  • Page 16 The Jabsco Y-Valve is designed to provide flexibility of onboard waste management by diverting waste either to the dockside pump-out fitting or directly overboard where legal to do so. Check local and federal regulations to determine where direct overboard discharge of untreated waste is permitted. Some near shore areas and inland areas are designated as "No- Discharge Zones"...

  • Page 17: Ladder & Props

    Ladder & Props Stainless Boarding Ladder This Cobia model comes standard with a telescoping stainless-steel boarding ladder integrated into the port aft platform area. This provides a stepping area while the ladder is in the up position. Once the ladder is down and in the extended position, close the lid cover for safe and secure entry and exit via the ladder.

  • Page 18: Fuel System

    Consult your Yamaha Owner’s Manual to address these issues. Fuel System Fuel System The Cobia 280 CC comes equipped with a 189-gallon fuel cell stationed below the leaning post between the stringer system. Every fuel tank is pressure tested at the factory before and after installation.

  • Page 19: Self-Bailing Cockpit & Livewell

    Continuous or periodic running of the automatic bilge pump may be an indication of a hose leak or break in a seal and should be investigated by a Cobia Dealer immediately. Refer to page 10 for further information regarding bilge pump operation and maintenance.

  • Page 20: Rod Storage & Fish Lockers

    6 rods for your fishing needs. Starboard Gunwale Storage Rack Port and Starboard Fish Lockers The 280 CC has two 47-gallon fish lockers built into the aft cockpit floor on the port and starboard sides. These are insulated, and each connected to a macerator with the contents being dumped overboard.

  • Page 21: Anchor Locker

    Macerator Access In order to access the macerators, open the bilge access hatch by using the controls on the starboard side of the tackle station. Failure to remove the backrest before the hatch is fully opened can result in damage to the backrest and/or the hatch. The macerator pumps will be mounted in the bilge area on the inboard side of the stringers and operate their respective fish box (port/starboard).

  • Page 22: Trim Tabs

    Table Lift Table Lift The 280 CC features an electric table lift in the bow seating area that comes standard with the boat. The table can be lowered all the way down to sit flush with the deck allowing full access to the bow area (1). It can be raised halfway to sit flush with the rest of the bow seating for an elevated viewing platform or simply more area to lounge (2).

  • Page 23: Water System

    Saltwater Pump & Intake Valve Fresh Water System The fresh water tank on your 280 CC can be filled at the cap labeled “WATER” on the stern gunwale. To pressurize the system, flip the switch labeled “Fresh Wash Down” on the switch panel at the helm.

  • Page 24: Battery Switch And Main Distribution Panel

    Battery Switch and Main Distribution Panel The battery switches and main distribution panel are located in the port compartment on the side of the leaning post. The battery switches are labeled to correspond with each battery and the component it powers. Each engine has its own battery and there is a house battery that powers the boat’s other electrical systems.

  • Page 25: Seating

    Seating Leaning Post The leaning post for the 280 CC is home to the double bolstered helm seats that independently lock into the seated position or flip up to provide lumbar cushioning if the driver or passenger prefer to remain standing. The armrests can be raised or lowered Maverick Boat Group 3207 Industrial 29th St.
  • Page 26 by pressing the silver button just below the armrest cushion and moving the armrest to the desired position. The back of the leaning post houses the tackle station with independent drawers for storing loose items and tackle trays. Helm Seats 280 Aft Seating To deploy the standard aft seat, grab the black handles and pull out and down.

  • Page 27: Standard Features

    Standard Features Cockpit Bolsters Cockpit bolsters are standard with the 280 CC. The bolsters in the rear cockpit above the vertical rod storage are hard mounted to the gunwale boards and are designed to stay on the boat. The bow bolsters can be removed for storage by carefully gripping the bottom side of the cushion with your hands spread a comfortable length apart and lifting up.

  • Page 28: Optional Features

    Optional Features Optional Battery Charger A 3-bank, 30-amp battery charger is an option for the 280 CC. It is mounted in the leaning post tackle station and can be accessed via the battery storage door underneath the helm seat. This onboard charging system allows you to charge the boat’s batteries directly from a standard 110-volt electrical outlet and extension cord.
  • Page 29 T-Top There are several different T-Top options for the Cobia 280 CC. The T-Tops come with either a Weblon or a fiberglass hard top. Each of these tops has the option of being outfitted with an electronics box, forward and aft facing LED spreader lights, outriggers, recessed LED overhead lights, speakers, additional storage and electronic space.
  • Page 30 Optional JL Stereo System If you chose the stereo option, your 280 CC came with a JL Audio Media Master 100 with four matching JL audio speakers (eight matching speakers if hard-top option is chosen). Please refer to the JL Audio Owner’s Manual in your ditty bag for operation.
  • Page 31 A bow plate and anchor roller have been added to accept the anchor and keep it far enough from the bow of your 280 CC to prevent damage to the bow. The windlass is mounted just aft of the bow roller plate.
  • Page 32 Maverick Boat Group 3207 Industrial 29th St. • Fort Pierce, Florida 34946 • cobiaboats.com (772)-465-0631...
  • Page 33 Maverick Boat Group 3207 Industrial 29th St. • Fort Pierce, Florida 34946 • cobiaboats.com (772)-465-0631...
  • Page 34 Maverick Boat Group 3207 Industrial 29th St. • Fort Pierce, Florida 34946 • cobiaboats.com (772)-465-0631...

  • Page 35: Cobia 280 Cc Hull Wire Harness

    Cobia 280 CC Hull Wire Harness 23. Fwd. Bilge 1. Livewell 12. Switch Panel 24. Ground Buss 2. Port Fish Box Pump 13. Main Breaker 25. Storage Light 3. Fresh Water Pump 14. Table Lift hull/deck connection 26. Bilge Hatch Switch 4.

  • Page 36: Cobia 280 Cc Deck Wire Harness

    Cobia 280 CC Deck Wire Harness 1. Port aft Speaker 2. Port fwd. Speaker 3. Port fwd. Cockpit Light 4. Navigation Light 5. Fwd. Cockpit Light 6. Table Lift Power 7. Compartment Lights deck/hull connection 8. Speakers deck/hull connection 9. Starboard fwd. Cockpit Light 10.

  • Page 37: Cobia 280 Cc Windlass Wire Harness

    Cobia 280 CC Windlass Wire Harness 1. Windlass Power 2. Console Step Light 3. Deck Light deck/hull Connection 4. Windlass Breaker Maverick Boat Group 3207 Industrial 29th St. • Fort Pierce, Florida 34946 • cobiaboats.com (772)-465-0631...

  • Page 38: Cobia 280 Cc Aft Deck Wire Harness

    Cobia 280 CC Aft Deck Wire Harness 1. Starboard fwd. Undergunnel Light 6. Bilge Hatch Control 2. Starboard aft Undergunnel Light 7. Aft Compartment Light 3. Anchor Light 8. Livewell Light 4. Ground Buss 9. Port aft Undergunnel Light 5. Bilge Hatch Power 10.

  • Page 39: Upholstery Care & Cleaning Guide

    Upholstery Care & Cleaning Guide Maverick Boat Group 3207 Industrial 29th St. • Fort Pierce, Florida 34946 • cobiaboats.com (772)-465-0631...

  • Page 40: Warranty

    Cobia Boats advises owners that an authorized Cobia Dealer perform maintenance and repairs on your boat. Self repairs and repairs done by a non- authorized Cobia Dealer may void the warranty on the boat. The following information is general in nature and should not be considered a repair manual or guidelines set forth by Maverick Boat Group.

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