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OWNER'S MANUAL
2013
355 CC
355 CCX

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  • Page 1 OWNER’S MANUAL 2013 355 CC 355 CCX...
  • Page 2 Revision 1 6-28-2012...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS TABLE OF CONTENTS ......................3 SAFETY INFORMATION ......................7 BOAT INFORMATION ......................8 SPECIFICATIONS ........................ 9 SPECIFICATIONS .......................10 CERTIFICATIONS & SPECIFICATIONS ...................11 INTRODUCTION & IMPORTANT INFORMATION ...............13 OWNER / OPERATOR INFORMATION ..................15 Chapter 1: SAFETY EQUIPMENT 1.1 General ........................17 1.2 Engine Alarms ......................17 1.3 Neutral Safety Switch ....................17 1.4 Engine Stop Switch .....................17...
  • Page 4 TABLE OF CONTENTS Chapter 4: HELM CONTROL SYSTEMS 4.1 General ........................45 4.2 Engine Throttle and Shift Controls .................45 4.3 Neutral Safety Switch ....................47 4.4 Engine Power Tilt and Trim ...................47 4.5 Engine Stop Switch .....................48 4.6 Steering System ......................49 4.7 Trim Tabs ........................49 4.8 Bow Thruster (Optional) ....................50 4.9 Control Systems Maintenance ..................51 Chapter 5:...
  • Page 5 TABLE OF CONTENTS Chapter 9: DRAINAGE SYSTEMS (Continued) 9.4 Bilge Drainage ......................82 9.5 Aft Fishbox and Baitwell Aft Fishbox ................82 9.6 Head Compartment Drainage ..................82 9.7 Drainage System Maintenance ..................83 Chapter 10: VENTILATION SYSTEM 10.1 Head Compartment Ventilation ..................85 10.2 Windshield Ventilation ....................86 10.3 Bilge and System Compartment Ventilation ..............86 10.4 Maintenance ......................87 Chapter 11:...
  • Page 6 TABLE OF CONTENTS Appendix A: SCHEMATICS ........................127 Appendix B: GLOSSARY OF TERMS ......................129 Appendix C: MAINTENANCE LOG ......................133 Appendix D: BOATING ACCIDENT REPORT ....................137 Appendix E: FLOAT PLAN ........................141 Appendix F: TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE ....................143...

  • 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 HAZARDS OR UNSAFE PRACTICES WHICH COULD RESULT IN MINOR PERSONAL INJURY OR PRODUCT AND PROPERTY...

  • 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 355 CC Specifications HULL LENGTH OVERALL W/ ENGINE _____________________________________________________ 38’ 0” BEAM _______________________________________________________________________________ 10’ 8” WEIGHT DRY - NO ENGINES _________________________________________________________ 9,500 lbs DEAD RISE _____________________________________________________________________________ 25 DRAFT WITH ENGINES UP _______________________________________________________________ 24” DRAFT WITH ENGINES DOWN _____________________________________________________________ 41” TRANSOM HEIGHT __________________________________________________________________ 30”...

  • Page 10: Specifications

    SPECIFICATIONS 355 CCX Specifications HULL LENGTH OVERALL W/ ENGINE _____________________________________________________ 38’ 0” BEAM _______________________________________________________________________________ 10’ 8” WEIGHT DRY - NO ENGINES _________________________________________________________ 9,800 lbs DEAD RISE _____________________________________________________________________________ 25 DRAFT WITH ENGINES UP _______________________________________________________________ 24” DRAFT WITH ENGINES DOWN _____________________________________________________________ 41” TRANSOM HEIGHT __________________________________________________________________ 30”...

  • Page 11: Certifications & Specifications

    CERTIFICATIONS & SPECIFICATIONS 355 CC 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 12 CERTIFICATIONS & SPECIFICATIONS 355 CCX 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 13: 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 14 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 15: 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.
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  • Page 17: 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 18: 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 19: Bilge And 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 20: First Aid

    Safety Equipment 1.7 First Aid Satellite EPIRBS EPIRBs (Emergency Position Indicating Radio It is the operator’s re- Beacon) operate as part of a worldwide distress sponsibility to be familiar system. When activated, EPIRBs will send distress with the proper first- code homing beacons that allow Coast Guard aid procedures and be aircraft to identify and find them quickly.

  • Page 21: Caution And Warning Labels

    Safety Equipment 1.9 Caution and Warning Labels The caution and warning labels shown are examples of the labels that could be on your boat. The actual labels and their location could vary on your boat.
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  • Page 23: 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 Everglades, and weather conditions. you should have become familiar with the vari- ous component systems and their operation and Remember, it is the operator’s responsibility to have performed a “Pre-Cruise System Check.”...
  • Page 24 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.
  • Page 25 Operation...

  • Page 26: Pre-Cruise Check

    Operation 2.3 Pre-Cruise Check • Have a tool kit aboard. The kit should include the following basic tools: Before Starting the Engines: Hammer Electrician’s tape • Check the weather forecast and sea conditions before leaving the dock. Decide if the planned Screwdrivers Offset screwdrivers cruise can be made safely.

  • Page 27: Operating Your Boat

    Operation 2.4 Operating Your Boat WARNING After Starting the Engines: DO NOT OPERATE THE BOAT UNLESS IT IS COMPLETELY • Visibly check the engines to be sure there are ASSEMBLED. KEEP ALL FASTENERS TIGHT. KEEP no apparent water, fuel or oil leaks. ADJUSTMENTS ACCORDING TO SPECIFICATIONS.

  • Page 28: Docking, Anchoring And Mooring

    Operation • As different types of engines are used to • Turn off all electrical equipment except the power the boat, have the dealer describe the automatic bilge pumps. operating procedures for your boat. For more • If you are going to leave the boat for a long instructions on “How To Operate The Boat,”...
  • Page 29 Operation Maneuvering to the Dock Notice: If your boat is equipped with triple engines, we recommend turning the center engine After Bow Spring Cleat off and using the port and starboard engines Stern Cleat Bow Cleat to maneuver the boat to the dock or back it into a slip.

  • Page 30: Controls, Steering Or Propulsion System Failure

    Operation Mooring cal. It should release when you pass that point. If the anchor doesn’t release right away, stop the Approach the mooring heading into the wind or boat directly above the anchor and tie the line to current. Shift to neutral when you have just the cleat as tight as possible.

  • Page 31: Grounding, Towing And Rendering Assistance

    Operation port. Request assistance if necessary. Haul the WARNING boat and make a thorough inspection of the hull and running gear for damage. RUNNING AGROUND CAN CAUSE SERIOUS INJURY TO PASSENGERS AND DAMAGE TO A BOAT AND ITS UNDERWATER GEAR. IF YOUR BOAT SHOULD BECOME GROUNDED, DISTRIBUTE PERSONAL FLOTATION DEVICES AND INSPECT 2.8 Grounding, Towing THE BOAT FOR POSSIBLE DAMAGE.

  • Page 32: Tower Operation (Optional)

    Operation the boat’s motion is greatly exaggerated for the • Be careful when using the trim tabs from the person in a tower. tower. The reaction of the trim tabs will be exaggerated in the tower. Use small tab cor- If you are fishing in an area that is crowded with rections and wait ten (10) seconds for the tabs other fishing boats, it may be difficult to follow...

  • Page 33: Man Overboard

    Operation 2.12 Man Overboard If you are an experienced driver, you should take some time to become familiar with the boat and If someone falls overboard, you must be pre- the way it handles before pulling a skier. The pared to react quickly, particularly when you are driver should also know the skier’s ability and offshore.

  • Page 34: Teak Surfing

    Operation • Never follow directly behind another boat while pulling skiers. Always stay a safe distance behind or off the side of other boat traffic. If the boat you are following stops unexpectedly, you may not be able to respond quick enough endangering your skier and occupants of both boats.

  • Page 35: Trash Disposal

    Operation 2.15 Trash Disposal gage in teak surfing and warns that teak surfing may cause carbon monoxide poisoning and even The discharge of plastic trash or trash mixed with fatalities. plastic is illegal anywhere in the marine environ- ment. U.S. Coast Guard regulations also restrict Teak surfing not only exposes an individual to the dumping of other forms of garbage.

  • Page 36: Trailering Your Boat

    Operation 2.16 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 37 Operation • The SAFETY CHAINS must be attached CAUTION crisscrossing under the coupler to the frame of the tow vehicle. If the ball was to break, BOATS HAVE BEEN DAMAGED BY TRAILERS THAT DO NOT the trailer would follow in a straight line and PROPERLY SUPPORT THE HULL.
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  • Page 39: Propulsion System

    Chapter 3: PROPULSION SYSTEM 3.1 General Your Everglades is designed to be powered with 4-cycle outboard motors. 4-cycle outboard en- gines do not use an oil injection system and are not equipped with remote oil tanks. They have an oil sump in the crankcase that must be kept full of the type of oil recommended by the engine manufacturer.

  • Page 40: Engine Lubrication

    Propulsion System tors as high as possible. This will decrease the CAUTION risk of marine growth around the cooling inlets, propeller and exhaust ports and damage from NEVER RUN AN OUTBOARD MOTOR WITHOUT WATER galvanic corrosion. FLOWING TO THE WATER PUMP. SERIOUS DAMAGE TO THE WATER IMPELLER OR ENGINE COULD RESULT.
  • Page 41 Propulsion System Notice: Before changing propellers to correct boat performance problems, be sure other factors such as engine tuning, bottom and running gear growth, etc. are not the source of per- formance changes. Always be sure the load conditions are those normally experienced, before changing propellers.

  • Page 42: Engine Instrumentation

    Propulsion System Yamaha Command Link Plus Display ® 3.7 Engine Instrumentation Some or all of the following gauges may be The helm station is ©equipped with a set of engine present. instruments and/or alarms. These instruments allow the operator to monitor the operational Tachometers condition of the engines.
  • Page 43 Propulsion System 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. Overheat Warning Indicator The temperature warning indicates that the tem- perature of the engine is too high. A sudden increase in the temperature could indicate an obstructed water inlet or an impeller failure.
  • Page 44 Propulsion System 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. Therefore, the compass should be adjusted by a professional after the electronics and additional electrical accessories are installed and before op-...

  • Page 45: Helm Control Systems

    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 46 Helm Control Systems provided directly on the control and a master trim switch is located on the port handle. The port throttle lever controls both the port and center engine when all three engines are selected by the engine selector switch. General control operation is very similar to the twin engine control.

  • Page 47: Neutral Safety Switch

    Helm Control Systems • Station selection (a separate button on Control adjustments may be required to correct Yamaha controls) that allows the operator to this condition should it persist. See your Ever- transfer control from one station to another glades dealer for necessary control adjustments. with the push of a button on boats with two helm stations.

  • Page 48: Engine Stop Switch

    Helm Control Systems Moving the outboards closer to the boat transom is called trimming “in” or “down.” Moving the out- boards further away from the boat transom is called trimming “out” or “up.” In most cases, the boat will run best with the outboards adjusted so the hull will run at a 3 to 5 degree angle to the water.

  • Page 49: Steering System

    Helm Control Systems Refer to the engine owner’s manual for more in- formation on the engine stop switch. 4.6 Steering System Hydraulic Steering Overview Two power assisted steering systems have been used on 355 CC models. Older models are equipped with Teleflex steering and new models are equipped with Uflex steering systems.

  • Page 50: Bow Thruster (Optional)

    Helm Control Systems bow up and down movements. It also controls starboard and port up and down movements. Bow up and bow down will control the hull planing attitude, while port and starboard up and down provides control for the hull listing. An LED indicator built into the switch displays the position of your trim tabs.

  • Page 51: Control Systems Maintenance

    Helm Control Systems The momentary touch pad buttons and joystick are activated by the pressing and holding the power button in the touch pad for 1 second. Press the button or move the joystick for the direction you wish to thrust. Press the opposite button or move joystick to change direction.
  • Page 52 Helm Control Systems steering system. Review the information provided by the steering system manufacturer for proper specifications and details on system service and maintenance. Trim Tab Maintenance The trim tab actuators are electric and require no routine maintenance except to periodically inspect the tab actuators for corrosion or marine growth and test the system to ensure that it is operating properly.

  • Page 53: Fuel System

    Chapter 5: FUEL SYSTEM 5.1 General The gasoline fuel system used in Everglades boats is designed to meet or exceed the requirements of the U.S. Coast Guard, the Boating Industry As- sociation and the American Boat and Yacht Council in effect at the time of manufacture. All gasoline fuel systems have been factory in- spected and pressure tested in accordance with regulations in effect at the time of manufacture.

  • Page 54: Outboard Engine Fuel System

    Fuel System Typical Yamaha Engine Fuel Filters 5.2 Outboard Engine Fuel System The gasoline fuel system has one fuel tank that fills from the port gunnel. The starboard engine is supplied by the starboard fuel line and the port engine is supplied by the port fuel line. If your boat is equipped with triple engines, the center engine will be supplied by a center fuel line.
  • Page 55 Fuel System Notice: DANGER Clean fuel is especially important in fuel in- jected engines. The engine manufacturer’s recommendations for fuel filter maintenance TO REDUCE THE POSSIBILITY OF A FIRE OR EXPLOSION, must be followed exactly. MAKE SURE ALL ELECTRICAL SWITCHES ARE IN THE “OFF” POSITION BEFORE SERVICING THE FUEL SYSTEM.

  • Page 56: Fueling Instructions

    Fuel System 5.4 Fueling Instructions 6. Turn the key counter clockwise to open the cap. WARNING 7. Remove the cap. 8. Put the nozzle in the fuel opening. FUEL IS VERY FLAMMABLE. BE CAREFUL WHEN FILLING THE FUEL TANK. NO SMOKING. NEVER FILL THE TANK WHILE AN ENGINE IS RUNNING.

  • Page 57: Fuel System Maintenance

    Fuel System 5.5 Fuel System Maintenance The age of gasoline can effect engine performance. Chemical changes occur as the gasoline ages that Periodically inspect all primer bulbs, connections, can cause deposits and varnish in the fuel system clamps and hoses for leakage, damage or deterio- as well as reduce the octane rating of the fuel.
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  • Page 59: Electrical System

    Chapter 6: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM 6.1 General windshield, windlass and power steering system. Additional fuses near the main circuit breakers Your Everglades is equipped with 120 volt AC protect continuous power circuits for the stereo and 12 volt DC electrical systems. The AC sys- memory, automatic switches for bilge pumps, tem draws current from shore power outlets at shower sump automatic switch and helm battery...
  • Page 60 Electrical System Battery Switches, Emergency Parallel Switches, PT & STBD Voltage Sensitive Relays, Main Circuit Breakers and Continuous Power Fuse Panel The batteries should be of the size and capacity the switch if the remote switch or relay fails. The recommended by the manufacturer of your en- manual override is a yellow knob on each battery gines.
  • Page 61 Electrical System manual override is a yellow knob on each battery switch that can be pressed to manually activate the switch or rotated to reactivate remote activa- tion of the switch or to lockout the switch in the OFF position when servicing the electrical system. The normal operating position for each switch is the “Enabled”...

  • Page 62: Dc System Switch Panels

    Electrical System 6.4 DC System Switch Panels Ignition Switch Panels Ignition switch panels are unique to each engine manufacturer and the engine control options selected. Your dealer will provide you with the proper starting procedure for your boat at the time of delivery.
  • Page 63 Electrical System This pump will run as needed whenever the water in the bilge accumulates high enough to cause the switch to activate and turn off when the water is removed. Notice: The bilge pumps will start automatically when there is sufficient water in the bilge to acti- vate the automatic switch.
  • Page 64 Electrical System Parallel and Battery Switches in Helm Switch Panel Engine 3 (Optional) House Remotely activates the House battery switch. A Remotely activates the Center Engine battery switch. A red LED light in the switch glows when red LED light in the switch glows when the bat- the battery switch it controls is activated.
  • Page 65 Electrical System windshield. Move the switch in the opposite direc- tion to raise the windshield. The switch returns to the OFF position when it is released. Wiper/Washer A three position switch that activates the optional windshield wiper and washer. Press the lower position to turn the wiper OFF.
  • Page 66 Electrical System Spot Light (Optional) Located in the helm. Controls the spot light that is mounted on the hardtop. It is protected by a fuse located in the accessory fuse panel in the helm. Refer to the spot light owner’s manual for details on operating the control pad.

  • Page 67: Dc System Circuit Protection

    Electrical System switch OFF immediately when pumping is complete. The pump circuit is protected by a fuse located in the accessory fuse panel behind the helm. Coast Guard regulations require that the key be removed from the switch whenever the discharge pump is not being operated.
  • Page 68 Electrical System CONTINUOUS POWER FUSE PANEL MAIN CIRCUIT BREAKERS Main Circuit Breakers and Continuos Power Fuse Panel Main Circuit Breakers Main Protects the circuit that supplies 12 volt current to DC Power is distributed to the head compart- the head compartment DC breaker Panel and ac- ment DC breaker panel, accessory fuse panels, cessory fuse panels behind the helm.

  • Page 69: Bonding System

    Electrical System circuits that are always active and not turned off by the battery switches. The continuous power circuits are always supplied current when the House batteries are connected. The fuses in this panel provide continuous power and protect the circuits for the fol- lowing accessories: Stereo Memory Protects the circuit that supplies continuous 12...

  • Page 70: Ac Electrical System

    Electrical System The engine bonding system is connected to the DC ground and the earth ground wire for the AC elec- trical system for the battery charger. It provides a path to the safety earth ground in the event of a fault in the shore earth ground connection.

  • Page 71: Electrical System Maintenance

    Electrical System WARNING KEEP CHILDREN AWAY FROM ANY ELECTRICAL CABLES OR EQUIPMENT. 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 72 Electrical System The battery posts should be kept free of corrosion. CAUTION Remove the cables and clean the posts and cable clamps with a battery post cleaner or sandpaper WHEN REPLACING LIGHT BULBS IN MARINE LIGHT FIXTURES, as required. Coating the battery posts and cable ALWAYS USE A BULB WITH THE SAME RATING AS THE clamps with Teflon or Silicone grease will protect ORIGINAL.

  • Page 73: 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 systems compartment.
  • Page 74 Fresh Water System Work Station Sink and Fresh Water Shower The sink in the cockpit work station is equipped with fresh and raw water. A spray head/shower on a retractable hose is mounted in a recess next to the faucet. To use the fresh water spray head, pull it out of the recess and make sure the Fresh Water switch is on.

  • Page 75: Fresh Water System Maintenance

    Fresh Water System 7.3 Fresh Water System Maintenance Information supplied with water system compo- nents by the equipment manufacturers is included with this manual. Refer to this information for additional operation and service data. Routine Maintenance The following items should be done routinely to maintain your fresh water system: •...
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  • Page 77: Raw Water System

    Chapter 8: RAW WATER SYSTEM 8.1 General A raw water manifold located in the systems com- partment bilge supplies seawater to the raw water pumps. The intake for the manifold is equipped with a ball valve that turns the raw water main supply to the manifold on or off.

  • Page 78: Livewell And Baitwell

    Raw Water System Washdown Hose Connector The raw water washdown hose connection is lo- cated on the port side of the cockpit below the gunnel and uses a standard garden hose connec- tor. It is equipped with a valve that allows the flow of water to be turned on or off.

  • Page 79: Raw Water System Maintenance

    Raw Water System the pump. When the water level reaches the overflow, it will begin to circulate. When the recirculating feature for either well is activated by the Recirc switches, a separate pump will recirculate and aerate the water that is in the well without drawing additional seawater into the system.
  • Page 80 Raw Water System Intake Scoop Strainer CAUTION A thru-hull water intake scoop and strainer pro- vides seawater to the raw water manifold. This SHOULD A HOSE RUPTURE, TURN THE PUMP OFF IMMEDIATELY. strainer is located on the hull bottom and must be ALWAYS CLOSE THE THRU-HULL VALVE WHEN PERFORMING kept free of mud, weeds and other debris.

  • Page 81: 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 82: Hardtop And Tower Drains

    Drainage Systems 9.3 Hardtop and Tower Drains There is a hole drilled in the leg bases on the frame to prevent water from being trapped within the legs. Additional drain holes are drilled in the tubing to drain other areas as required. Always make sure the leg drain holes are clear when the boat is laid up for the winter.

  • Page 83: Drainage System Maintenance

    Drainage Systems After showering, it is important to let the cold water flow for a period of time to flush the drain- age system of soap residue. Make sure to inspect the sump system regularly and keep the sump components and pump strainer clean. The sump pump and switch are located below a hinged hatch in the head compartment sole.
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  • Page 85: Ventilation System

    Chapter 10: VENTILATION SYSTEM 10.1 Head Compartment Ventilation Door & Vents Ventilation to head compartment is provided by vents in the door and an opening port window. The door itself is held in the open position by an automatic magnetic latch. Make sure the door is fully latched in the closed position before operat- ing the boat above idle speed.

  • Page 86: Windshield Ventilation

    Ventilation System 10.2 Windshield Ventilation The windshield can be lowered to provide ventila- tion at the helm and improved visibility. The wind- shield is raised and lowered by hydraulic cylinders activated by an electric hydraulic pump in the head compartment. The system is controlled by the Windshield switch in the hardtop switch panel.

  • Page 87: Maintenance

    Ventilation System 10.4 Maintenance • Keep the windshield slide tracks clean. Peri- odically coating the tracks with silicone spray • Periodically lubricate all hinges and latch as- will reduce friction and keep the windshield semblies with a light oil. sliding smoothly. •...
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  • Page 89: Exterior Equipment

    Chapter 11: EXTERIOR EQUIPMENT 11.1 Deck Rails and 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 90 Exterior Equipment A. Raw Water Faucet E. Anchor Line Cleat B. Coiled Washdown Hose Compartment F. Bow Roller Assembly C. Chain Binder G. Rope Locker D. Windlass H. Windlass Switch The chain binder is accessed by opening the hatch secures the hatch in the closed position. Always and is designed to connect to a link in the anchor make sure the hatch is closed and latched before chain when the anchor is hauled in.
  • Page 91 Exterior Equipment to open the hatch and rinse the windlass and all hardware with freshwater when the boat is washed at the end of each day. The rope locker is designed for the anchor line and not for storing anchors or additional anchor lines. Do not store anchors or any heavy objects in the locker.

  • Page 92: Hull

    Exterior Equipment 11.3 Hull Engine Mounting System and Swim Platform 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.
  • Page 93 Exterior Equipment Some large hatches in the cockpit sole and deck are secured with special flush mounted, twist lock latches with handles that store flush in the latch in the open or latched position. There is a large red dot in some handles that indicate that the latch is in the open position and the hatch is not secure.
  • Page 94 Exterior Equipment Notice: Periodically inspect the transom door fittings for wear, damage or loose fit. Any problems should be inspected and corrected immedi- ately. WARNING THE TRANSOM DOOR SHOULD BE CLOSED AND PROPERLY LATCHED WHENEVER THE ENGINES ARE RUNNING. NEVER OPEN THE TRANSOM DOOR WHILE UNDERWAY OR IN ROUGH SEA CONDITIONS.
  • Page 95 Exterior Equipment WARNING OPERATING THE BOAT UNDER POWER WITH THE DIVE DOOR OPEN MAY ALLOW PERSONS TO FALL OVERBOARD AND INTO BOAT PROPELLERS OR TO BE LOST IN OPEN WATER. ALWAYS CHECK TO MAKE SURE THE DIVE DOOR IS PROPERLY CLOSED AND LATCHED BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINES.
  • Page 96 Exterior Equipment Aft Bench Seats Folded Aft Bench Seats in the Seat Position Stern Cooler/Fishbox and Prepped Bait box An insulated cooler/fishbox is located in the tran- som at the rear of the cockpit. A flush, “push to close” latch secures the hatch in the closed posi- tion and two straps hold the hatch in the open position.
  • Page 97 Exterior Equipment The latch handle shafts are threaded to pull the pawl against cockpit sole, securing the hatch and compressing the gasket for a more watertight seal. Always make sure the hatch is closed with the latches in the secured position and the handles folded flush before operating the boat above idle speed.
  • Page 98 Exterior Equipment To use the seat, release the latch then pull the top of the seat toward the cockpit. The bottom of the seat slides in a track and two side supports move out with the seat as it folds out. The seat automatically locks into the seating position when the cushion reaches the full down position.
  • Page 99 Exterior Equipment A molded recess on each side of the seat base is designed for fire extinguishers. The recessed mounting location keeps the fire extinguishers out of the way and readily available. Cooler Compartment A 94 quart cooler is mounted in a special compart- ment at the front of the seat base below the helm seats.
  • Page 100 Exterior Equipment The bow seat cushions are removable and are secured to the hatches with snaps. The cushions should be removed and stored in the head compart- ment or another safe location out of the weather when the boat is not being used. Casting Deck, Sun Lounge and Table A retractable table con- verts the bow area into...

  • Page 101: Center Console And Helm

    Exterior Equipment Side Storage/life Jacket Compartments There are 3 storage compartments on each side of the cockpit, forward of the helm. The compart- ments are designed to accommodate life jackets or dunnage. Each compartment drains to the bilge and is accessed by a door secured with “push to close”...
  • Page 102 Exterior Equipment To open the helm station, make sure the engines are not running and hold the helm in the closed position while another person releases the latches that secure the helm inside the head compart- ment. The latches are located behind the storage compartment doors in the rear head compartment bulkhead.
  • Page 103 Exterior Equipment down position. Refer to the Ventilation chapter for instructions on operating the windshield. The windshield wiper and washer is standard on your Everglades boat. A special lockout mecha- nism prevents the windshield wiper or washer from activating unless the windshield is in the full up (closed) position.

  • Page 104: Hardtop Standard Hardtop

    Exterior Equipment Forward Console Seats Two lounge seats with armrests are located on the front of the console. The seats are equipped with a folding center armrest with drink holders. 11.6 Hardtop Standard 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 and helm seat base.

  • Page 105: Upper Station (Optional)

    Exterior Equipment the warranty could be void. If you intend to add equipment or make modifications to the hard top, you should contact Everglades Customer Service or your dealer to make sure the equipment you would like to add or the intended modification will not void the warranty on the top.
  • Page 106 Exterior Equipment WARNING ACCIDENTALLY STEPPING INTO THE UPPER STATION ACCESS HATCH OPENING CAN CAUSE SEVERE INJURY TO THE OPERATOR OR CREW. ALWAYS MAKE SURE THE UPPER STATION ACCESS HATCH IS CLOSED AND LATCHED WHENEVER PEOPLE ARE IN THE UPPER STATION. The upper station seats are equipped with a flip up bolster to provide more room between the seats and the helm.
  • Page 107 Exterior Equipment To lower the Upper helm station: 1. Before raising or lowering the upper station, the boat should be either on a cradle, the trailer or moored to a dock in a safe location close to the haul out where rough water, wind or boat wakes are not a problem.

  • Page 108: Aftermarket Hardtop Or Tower

    Exterior Equipment 4. With everyone in position and ready, slowly 10. Install antennas and outriggers as required lift the rear section as high as possible. The and test all upper station controls and equip- person in the cockpit should lift the section ment before operating the boat.

  • Page 109: Interior Equipment

    Chapter 12: INTERIOR EQUIPMENT Head Compartment 12.1 Head Compartment and Berth The head compartment is equipped with a fresh water sink and faucet that converts to a shower by pulling the faucet out of the base. An acrylic panel folds down above the marine toilet to provide a seat while showering.
  • Page 110 Interior Equipment Daylight and ventilation is provided by an opening port window and vents in the cabin door. There are also 12 volt lights in the headliner and in the berth area that are activated by a switch near the door. There are two large doors and a removable hatch in the rear bulkhead.

  • Page 111: Marine Head System

    Interior Equipment A storage compartment is located below the sink. The hydraulic system that raises and lowers the windshield is located in this compartment. There is another storage compartment and a berth for- ward of the sink. The electric pedestal for the cockpit table is mounted above the forward section of the berth.
  • Page 112 Interior Equipment To operate the overboard discharge pump, make sure the thru-hull valve in the bilge and the dis- charge valve near the pump are open. Then turn the key switch in the panel to the ON position. Press and hold the momentary button to activate the pump.

  • Page 113: Routine Maintenance

    Chapter 13: ROUTINE MAINTENANCE 13.1 Exterior Hull and 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 IN A BOAT YARD OR DEALERSHIP THAT SPECIALIZES IN grass, dirt and other marine growth is easier to THEIR APPLICATION.
  • Page 114 Routine Maintenance The anodes are less noble than copper based required to bring the finish back to its original alloys, stainless steel and aluminum. They will luster. For power cleaning use a light cleaner. To deteriorate first, protecting the more noble un- clean the boat by hand, use a heavier automotive derwater hardware against galvanic corrosion.
  • Page 115 Routine Maintenance The following guidelines will help keep stain- when the boat is washed and will not be rinsed by less steel looking good for many years. the rain. Consequently, the aluminum just below • Clean stainless steel frequently (daily in salt the top is more likely to become pitted than the ex- or polluted environments) with mild soap and posed aluminum on the structure.
  • Page 116 Routine Maintenance the salt and become corroded than the exposed Notice: You should contact Everglades Customer areas on the structure. Make sure the aluminum Service before making any modifications to in this area is washed frequently with soap and water and rinsed thoroughly. Pay particular at- aluminum fabrications.

  • Page 117: Upholstery, Canvas And Enclosures

    Routine Maintenance provide additional information on fuel degradation • Food grease and oily stains - Spray immediately and fuel stabilizers recommended for your engine. using either Fantastik Cleaner® or Tannery Car Care Cleaner®, wiping with a soft cloth. Take In many states, most gasoline is blended with care not to extend the area of contamination ethanol alcohol.
  • Page 118 Routine Maintenance Laminated Vinyl Tops Snaps should be lubricated periodically with Tef- lon or silicone grease or a lubricant designed for Laminated vinyl top material is a lamination of two snaps. Zippers should be lubricated with silicone plies of specially formulated vinyl with an inner spray, paraffin or silicone stick.

  • Page 119: Interior

    Routine Maintenance 13.3 Interior For heavy duty cleaning, use a mixture of water and Murphy’s Oil Soap or a solution of 10% white The cabin or head interior can be cleaned just vinegar and water to clean the wood and wipe it like you would clean a home interior.
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  • Page 121: Seasonal Maintenance

    Chapter 14: SEASONAL MAINTENANCE 14.1 Storage and Lay-up minutes after adding the stabilizer to allow the treated fuel to reach the engines. Yamaha Before Hauling: recommends using Yamaha Fuel Conditioner • Pump out the head holding tank. Flush the and Stabilizer for their engines. holding tank using clean water, soap and a deodorizer.
  • Page 122 Seasonal Maintenance • Make sure the engines are in the down CAUTION position. • The cradle or lift must be in the proper fore BOATS CAN BE DAMAGED FROM IMPROPER LIFTING AND TRANSPORTING WITH FORK LIFTS. CARE AND CAUTION MUST and aft position to properly support the hull.

  • Page 123: Winterizing

    Seasonal Maintenance • Remove the batteries and store in a cool of commercially available non toxic, fresh water place. Clean using clear, clean water. Be sure system antifreeze. After draining the fresh water the batteries have sufficient water and clean tank, lines, filters and water heater, pour the an- terminals.
  • Page 124 Seasonal Maintenance visible at the discharge fitting. Remove the drain Notice: Properly winterize the engines and fuel plugs and wipe down the inside of the wells. system by following the engine manufac- Refer to the Raw Water System chapter for ad- turer’s winterizing procedures located in ditional information on the raw water system.

  • Page 125: Recommissioning

    Seasonal Maintenance 14.3 Recommissioning Special Notes Prior To Winter Storage If the boat will be in outside storage, properly sup- port a storage cover and secure it over the boat. It CAUTION is best to have a frame built over the boat to sup- port the canvas.
  • Page 126 Seasonal Maintenance After Launching: • Carefully check all water systems and the engine bolts for leaks. Operate each system one at a time checking for leaks and proper operation. • Check the bilge pump manual and automatic switches. • When each engine starts, check the cooling system port below the engine cowling for a strong stream of water.

  • Page 127: Appendix A: Schematics

    Appendix A: SCHEMATICS                      ...
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  • Page 129: Appendix B: Glossary Of Terms

    Appendix B: GLOSSARY OF TERMS Bow Rail: Knee high rails of solid tubing to aid ft: In, near or toward the stern of a boat. in preventing people from falling overboard. Aground: A boat stuck on the bottom. Bridge: The area from which a boat is steered and controlled.
  • Page 130 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 131 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 132 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 below the waterline.

  • Page 133: Appendix C: Maintenance Log

    Appendix C: MAINTENANCE LOG Service/Repairs Date Dealer Hours...
  • Page 134 Maintenance Schedule and Log MAINTENANCE LOG Date Dealer Service/Repairs Hours...
  • Page 135 Maintenance Schedule and Log MAINTENANCE LOG Date Dealer Service/Repairs Hours...
  • Page 136 Maintenance Schedule and Log MAINTENANCE LOG Date Dealer Service/Repairs Hours...

  • Page 137: Boating Accident Report

    BOATING ACCIDENT REPORT Appendix D:                                       ...
  • Page 138 Boating Accident Report                                      ...
  • Page 139 Boating Accident Report                                                  ...
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  • Page 141: 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 143: Troubleshooting Guide

    Appendix F: TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE PROBLEM CAUSE AND SOLUTION CONTROL SYSTEMS Hydraulic Steering is slow to respond & erratic and/or the • Steering system is low on fluid. Fill and bleed system. • Steering system has air in it. Fill and bleed system. steering wheel feels bumpy. • A component in the steering system is binding. Check and adjust or repair binding component.
  • Page 144 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 145 Troubleshooting Guide PROBLEM CAUSE AND SOLUTION ACCESSORY PROBLEMS The livewell pump runs, but does not pump water. • The intake scoop strainer for the raw water system is clogged with weeds or debris. Back down the boat to clear debris or clean the scoop strainer.
  • Page 146 Troubleshooting Guide PROBLEM CAUSE AND SOLUTION ACCESSORY PROBLEMS The automatic switch on the bilge pump does not activate • The fuse or circuit breaker for the automatic switch has tripped or blown. Replace the fuse or reset the circuit the pump . breaker.
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