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Quick-reference Guide
2018

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  • Page 1 Open Owner’s Manual and Quick-reference Guide 2018...
  • Page 2 Introduction WELCOME TO THE SPORTSMAN TEAM! Here at Sportsman Boats, we take great pride in producing the finest, most well designed saltwater fishing and pleasure boats on the market today. Our designs incorporate the most modern technology while applying good old “Common Sense” technology as well. From our advanced composite construction, ergonomic console designs, patented “Total Access”...
  • Page 3 Important Information BOAT INFORMATION / SPECIFICATIONS MODEL: HULL SERIAL #: PURCHASE DATE: DELIVERED: IGNITION KEY #: REGISTRATION #: DRAFT: WEIGHT: VERTICAL CLEARANCE: ENGINE / PROPELLER INFORMATION ENGINE MAKE: MODEL: ENGINE SERIAL #: We recommend filling PROPELLER MAKE: # OF BLADES: out the information in DIAMETER / PITCH: MODEL:...

  • Page 4: Specifications

    Specifications Length Overall 31’2” Beam 10’2” Draft 22” Deadrise at Transom 22° Approximate Usable Fuel Capacity 230 gal. Approximate Dry Weight 6500 lbs. Maximum Engine Horse Power 400 HP (4 Stroke)

  • Page 5: Overall Dimensions & Terminology

    Overall Dimensions & Terminology 31’2” Stern Forward Port Side 10’2” Starboard Side Note: We recommend measuring the trailered height of your boat Transom for towing safety purposes. This Helm height may depend on the specific trailer being used.

  • Page 6: Features & Performance

    Features & Performance Standard Features •SportTech™ Advanced Fabrication Process •Compass •NMMA Certified •SportLink™ Electronics Integration System •Console Footrest with Pads •Port and Starboard Toe Rail •(2) Simrad NSS16 EVO3 16" GPS w/Built-In Wi-Fi •Console Interior Liner •Pull-Up Cleats •Airmar SS175M CHIRP Thru-Hull Transducer •Dash Panel Cover •Raw Water Washdown •Simrad RS35 VHF Radio w/ Antenna...

  • Page 7: Optional Features

    Features & Performance Optional Features Color Selection Stereo Upgrade - Driftwood - JL Speakers Available Options - Ice Blue - JL 10” Amplified Subwoofer - Island Blue - JL Amplifier - Jet Black •VHF Wireless Handset - Sea Mist Green Powder Coat •Halo Radar - 4 ft.

  • Page 8: Major Features

    Features & Performance Major Features Adjustable Backrest Console Seat Fold-down Seat Bow Storage and Cooler Rear Livewells Electric Actuated Table Stainless Wheel Side Entry Door Anchor Storage Fish Boxes Rear Entry Door Rod Holders Swim Platform Fiberglass Leaning Post with Tackle Storage...
  • Page 9 Features & Performance Twin 300 HP Twin 350 HP Note: These are posted on our website at http://sportsmanboatsmfg.com/open-312-center-console/...

  • Page 10: Certifications & Registrations

    Certifications & Registrations NMMA Certification Sportsman Boats is certified by the National Marine Manufacturers Association (NMMA). NMMA certification not only meets the standards of the United States Coast Guard (USCG), but goes further to meet the standards set by the ABYC (American Boat and Yacht Counsel).

  • Page 11: Boating Safety

    Boating Safety FIRE EXTINGUISHER LIGHTING Your Sportsman boat is equipped with At least one Type-1 hand held portable navigation lights which comply with fire extinguisher must be carried on both Inland and International rules. board. For boats over 20’ two are required.
  • Page 12 Boating Safety Being on the water is a great experience, but it can become a bad experience very quickly if safety and maintenance instructions of your boat are not followed. Therefore, warnings and notices have been included in order to help you operate and maintain your boat safely.
  • Page 13 Boating Safety Your Owner’s Manual was written to include safety instructions to ensure safe operations. Safety alert symbols are used to show potential personal injury hazards. Every precaution has been taken to reduce the risks associated with death, possible injury and damage from fire or explosion.
  • Page 14 Boating Safety Your boat produces carbon monoxide and uses flammable fuel. Carbon monoxide can cause brain damage or death. Carbon monoxide is colorless, odorless and extremely dangerous.
  • Page 15 Boating Safety Label Locations...

  • Page 16: Electrical & Plumbing Systems

    Electrical & Plumbing Systems Wire Harness Fuse Panel The fuse panel is located under the console. It is clearly labeled for easy identification. The bilge pump’s 6 amp fuse is also located here. There is also a 30 amp breaker branching off the main battery switch.
  • Page 17 Electrical & Plumbing Systems Simrad 16” Package Sportsman offers the Simrad NSS EVO3 Multi-function display, which integrates the following functions of the boat: - Naviop Digital Switching - Structure Scan Capability - Stereo - Sonar - Radar Capability - Navigation - Engine Instruments - Coastal Charts...
  • Page 18 Electrical & Plumbing Systems Simrad 16” Package (cont’d) Naviop Digital Switching System Naviop is a Highly Configurable, Integrated Dash that allows you to take full control of the vessel's systems from the Simrad screen at the helm. Naviop gathers data from all of the systems on-board and displays them on customizable screens.
  • Page 19 Electrical & Plumbing Systems Simrad 16” Package (cont’d) The Sportsman Open 312 includes two 16” Simrad units as a standard feature. The transducer is located on the hull bottom at the stern of the boat. The Infinity Stereo system is another standard feature of the Open 312 and is located on the inside wall of the console.
  • Page 20 Electrical & Plumbing Systems Optimus Electronic Power Steering SeaStar’s Optimus Electronic Power Steering (EPS) forefront boating technology. This system provides both the most comfortable versatile maneuverability your boat. When running at speed in open water, the steering system can be set to increase lock-to-lock turns to increase steering effort so the driver can effortlessly stay on course.
  • Page 21 Electrical & Plumbing Systems Optimus 360 Joystick Option Sportsman offers the Optimus 360 as an option on the Open 312. This joystick significantly enhances the boat’s maneuverability and ease of use at low speeds, such as pulling in or out of a slip. This allows you to move the boat sideways by pushing the stick left or right;...
  • Page 22 Electrical & Plumbing Systems Electric Actuated Bow Table The Open 312 comes standard with an electric actuated table/sun deck at the bow. This table can be lowered into a notch in the deck to be used as a standing platform, but it can also be used as a sun deck or table by raising it with the push of a button.
  • Page 23 Do not operate the boat in anchor position. - Off is in the center position. The underwater lights Sidelights: The Open 312 has integrated rub rail can be turned on with navigational lights installed at the bow (see figure to the the switch at the helm right).
  • Page 24 Electrical & Plumbing Systems Stereo If you purchased the JL stereo upgrade Your boat is equipped with and Infinity black box is option, this comes with 8 JL speakers, a fo located inside the console with 4 Infinity speakers. The 10”...
  • Page 25 Electrical & Plumbing Systems Trim Tabs Your Open 312 has trim tabs installed as a standard feature. They are attached to the bottom edge of the transom, as shown in the image below. When the trim tabs control at the helm (pictured to the right) is pressed, the trim tabs automatically move into position.
  • Page 26 Electrical & Plumbing Systems Trim Tabs If you keep your boat in a wet slip/marina environment. Here is a list of different anodes recommended for various water types to prolong the life and shine of your stainless steel tab. Never use a wire brush to clean your tab Zinc Alloy Anodes = Salt water only Not recommended for use in fresh water...

  • Page 27: Bilge Pumps

    Electrical & Plumbing Systems Bilge Pumps Two small bilge pumps are located on the hull bottom at the stern of your boat. Water is pumped out of thru-hull fittings located on the port and starboard sides of the boat near the transom. The pumps may be accessed by removing the aft seat and door, in the area shown to the right.

  • Page 28: Fish Boxes

    Electrical & Plumbing Systems Fish Boxes The Sportsman 312 Open features 2 fish boxes with macerators. The two fish boxes are located on each side of the leaning post; their macerators are inside the bilge area mounted to the side of the stringer. To operate the macerators, flip on the switch at the helm labeled “FISH/MACER.”...
  • Page 29 Electrical & Plumbing Systems Livewells The Sportsman Open 312 comes with two 30 gallon livewells: one at the port stern of the boat and one in the deck forward of the flip- down seat. For easy access to the pumps and plumbing systems, open the total access hatch forward of the transom.

  • Page 30: Raw Water Wash-Down

    Electrical & Plumbing Systems Raw Water Wash-down Your Open 312 has the raw water wash- down installed as a standard feature. Rinsing your boat immediately after use with a powerful water jet helps to maintain the boat’s condition and value. This system supplies water via a...

  • Page 31: Fresh Water Wash-Down

    Electrical & Plumbing Systems Fresh Water Wash-down Your Open 312 has the freshwater wash-down installed as a standard feature. The freshwater fill fitting is located on the forward end of the console on the starboard side. Do not leave the tank full if your boat will be left unattended for an extended period of time;...

  • Page 32: Fuel System

    Fuel System Fuel Tank The Sportsman Open 312 comes with a fuel tank installed (230 approximate usable gallon capacity). The gasoline fuel system consists of a fuel tank (located underneath the helm seat as shown in the figure), anti-siphon valve, engine fuel supply line, and fill cap.
  • Page 33 Fuel System Diurnal Fuel System...
  • Page 34 Fuel System Diurnal Fuel System (cont’d)
  • Page 35 Fuel System Tank Vapor Space & Fluid Management Ullage (Vapor Space) Level Attainment Spit-back/Well-back Control This fill valve ball is set lower than This vent valve shuts off the vent valve ball but does not the refueling vapors and close until the refueling vapors creates back pressure to are shut off by the vent valve.
  • Page 36 Fuel System Diurnal Fuel System: Refueling...

  • Page 37: Boating Navigation Rules

    Boating Navigation Rules There are three main situations that you may encounter with other vessels which could lead to a collision unless the Steering Rules are followed: -Meeting: you are approaching another vessel head-on -Crossing: you are travelling across the path of another vessel -Overtaking: you are passing or being passed by another vessel When Meeting Port-to-port: Continue on course.

  • Page 38: Warranty And Services

    Warranty and Services Product Changes Sportsman is committed the development of our product line. As a result, equipment described in this manual may have changed or no longer may be available. All information, illustrations and specifications contained in this manual reflect the latest product information available at the time of publication. Sportsman reserves the right to make changes to its boats at any time, without notice.
  • Page 39 Sportsman within thirty (30) days of such owner’s purchase of the boat in order to facilitate the processing of warranty claims and for manufacture notification. Except where a Sportsman Boats has been salvaged and resold after a declaration of a total loss or a total loss or a constructive total loss, this Limited Warranty is transferrable to a subsequent owner of the Sportsman Boat.
  • Page 40 Warranty and Services SPORTSMAN BOATS LIMITED WARRANTY (cont’d) EXCLUSIONS: This limited Warranty does not apply to any boat that has been salvaged or declared a total loss or constructive total loss for any reason not specifically covered in this Limited Warranty. In addition, this Limited Warranty does not apply to the following “Exclusions:”...
  • Page 41 Thank you for your purchase of your Sportsman Boat. Sportsman Boats Manufacturing, Inc. 113 Isaac Way ∙ Summerville, South Carolina 29483 Telephone (843) 376-2628 ∙ Fax (843) 376-2636 Email Website www.sportsmanboatsmfg.com sales@sportsmanboatsmfg.com P.O. Box 2100 Summerville, SC 29484...

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