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  • Page 1 SAILFISH 242 CC | OWNER’S MANUAL...

  • Page 2: Center Console

    Specifications, features, equipment, options, colors, materials and trim are based on information available at time of printing and are subject to change without notice. Some accessories shown in photographs, or described, may not be standard equipment or even available as an option(s). Confirm availability of all accessories and equipment with an authorized Sailfish Boats dealer prior to purchase. © 2025 Sailfish Boats.
  • Page 3 SAILFISH 242 CC | OWNER'S MANUAL - TABLE OF CONTENTS 2. Boat Specifications 27. Bilge Access and Explanation 4. Boat Trailer Measurement 28. Bilge Pumps 5. Boat Layout 29. Raw Water Washdown System 6. Seating / Occupant Locations 30. Freshwater Washdown and Shower System Boat Safety &...
  • Page 4 SAILFISH 242 CC | OWNER'S MANUAL - TRAILER MEASUREMENTS Boat Model 242CC 92 in. 59 in. 31 in. 15 in. 107 in. 241 in. 272 in. 30 in.
  • Page 5 SAILFISH 242 CC | OWNER'S MANUAL - BOAT LAYOUT DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION Boarding Ladder / Fresh Water Fill Fuel FIll Bilge Access Console and Head Area Fuel Sender and Pick-Up Access Floor Storage 30 Gallon Livewell Insulated Fish Boxes (Boxes drain overboard)
  • Page 6 SAILFISH 242 CC | OWNER'S MANUAL - SEATING / OCCUPANT LOCATIONS...
  • Page 7 SAILFISH 242 CC | OWNER'S MANUAL - BOAT SAFETY & WARNING LABELS As a boat owner, you need to become familiar with the locations of the Caution, Warning and Danger Labels found on your boat in order to ensure your safety, as well as everyone on board.
  • Page 8 SAILFISH 242 CC | OWNER'S MANUAL - BOAT SAFETY & WARNING LABELS Warning Labels Continued As a boat owner, you need to become familiar with the locations of the Caution, Warning and Danger Labels found on your boat in order to ensure your safety, as well as everyone on board.
  • Page 9 SAILFISH 242 CC | OWNER'S MANUAL - LABEL LOCATIONS (Inside Head Door)
  • Page 10 Sailfish is committed to building practical, purposeful, powerful boats that deliver a premium boating experience without a premium price tag. Our customers and dealers know that our build quality and safety are unsurpassed, and our For proper replacements, please call feature sets reflect intentional choices born of deep expertise.
  • Page 11 SAILFISH 242 CC | OWNER'S MANUAL - UNASSISTED BOARDING Unassisted Boarding Instructions When using the ladder in an unassisted boarding situation, reach over the transom and open the covering board lid that is covering the ladder, pull ladder towards you, by picking up the ladder by the steps, release the strap, deploy the four step ladder by rotating it to the down position.
  • Page 12 SAILFISH 242 CC | OWNER'S MANUAL - BATTERY SWITCH WIRING REVISIONS R E V I S I O ZONE DESCRIPTION DATE APPROVED R E V . D E S C R I P T I O D A T E...
  • Page 13 SAILFISH 242 CC | OWNER'S MANUAL - BATTERY SWITCH WIRING REVISIONS R E V I S I O ZONE DESCRIPTION DATE APPROVED R E V . D E S C R I P T I O D A T E...
  • Page 14 SAILFISH 242 CC | OWNER'S MANUAL - CIRCUIT BREAKER PANEL Download High Resolution Diagram...
  • Page 15 SAILFISH 242 CC | OWNER'S MANUAL - SWITCH PANEL Download High Resolution Diagram...
  • Page 16 SAILFISH 242 CC | OWNER'S MANUAL - DISTRIBUTION HARNESS Download High Resolution Diagram...
  • Page 17 SAILFISH 242 CC | OWNER'S MANUAL - ADAPTER HARNESS Download High Resolution Diagram...
  • Page 18 SAILFISH 242 CC | OWNER'S MANUAL - COURTESY LIGHT HARNESS Download High Resolution Diagram...
  • Page 19 SAILFISH 242 CC | OWNER'S MANUAL - FUEL SYSTEM LAYOUT DESCRIPTION Fuel Filter Access Fuel Fill Fuel Tank Location Fuel Pickups Fuel Sender Primer Bulbs - All Yamahas and Mercury 150HP Only...
  • Page 20 SAILFISH 242 CC | OWNER'S MANUAL - PLUMBING DIAGRAM...
  • Page 21 SAILFISH 242 CC | OWNER'S MANUAL - DASH LAYOUT DESCRIPTION Compass Fusion Stereo Optional Multi-Function Display Brand Specific Motor Guages Switch Panel Trim Tab Actuator Switches 12 Volt Receptacle Inside Storage Pocket Tilt Helm Binnacle (Shown with Twin Engines) Optional Windlass Controls...

  • Page 22: Ignition Switches, Engine Shut-Off Cord/Lanyard

    SAILFISH 242 CC | OWNER'S MANUAL - IGNITION SYSTEM Ignition Switches, Engine Shut-off Cord/Lanyard Each Sailfish boat will be equipped with an ignition switch with an emergency engine shut off cord/lanyard. This lanyard should be worn at all times while operating the vessel, if the vessel...

  • Page 23: Plug And Play Wiring

    Fuel-Water Separator Sailfish installs water fuel separators in the bilge compartment on all models rigged with Yamaha & Suzuki engines. Each engine will have its own filter, which can be accessed through the bilge access doors in the back of the boat.
  • Page 24 SAILFISH 242 CC | OWNER'S MANUAL - CONSOLE / HEAD AREA DESCRIPTION Large panel for easy access to Console Components Breaker Panel Battery Selector Panel Battery Storage and Access Hatch...
  • Page 25 SAILFISH 242 CC | OWNER'S MANUAL - HARDTOP LAYOUT DESCRIPTION Spreader Lights Courtesy Lights Switch Panel Storage Box/E-Box Speakers...
  • Page 26 SAILFISH 242 CC | OWNER'S MANUAL - VSR BATTERY SYSTEM The VSR, or Voltage Sensitive Relay, is a very handy little box battery together. Both are now charging. Upon reaching his that solves a load of traditional charging problems on marine destination, the boater kills the engine –...
  • Page 27 The bilge of your boat can be accessed through the large door in the aft of the boat. This large door allows easy access too many of the boats components. You may also access it through the two access plates in the splash-well. The bilge area of your sailfish boat should be checked before, during and after each operation.
  • Page 28 The Sailfish 242CC is equipped with an Aft - 2000GPH pump and a midship - 800GPH pump. Never leave your vessel unattended while in the water for long periods of time and always monitor your batteries voltage level and bilge water level.
  • Page 29 SAILFISH 242 CC | OWNER'S MANUAL - RAW WATER WASHDOWN SYSTEM The raw water washdown on your Sailfish Boat is powered by a Shur-flo Pro Blaster Pump which creates a pressurized system, once the pump is turned on and pressure is created the pump will shut down until more pressure is needed.
  • Page 30 SAILFISH 242 CC | OWNER'S MANUAL - FRESHWATER WASHDOWN & SHOWER The freshwater shower system on your Sailfish Boat is powered by a Shur-flo Pro Blaster Pump which creates a pres- surized system. When the pump is turned on pressure is...
  • Page 31 SAILFISH 242 CC | OWNER'S MANUAL - LIVEWELL OPERATION Instructions • Make sure the seacock below the baitwell pump is in the open position (seacock is accessed through CLOSED the hatch under the transom walk thru door). • Turn on the livewell switch.
  • Page 32 SAILFISH 242 CC | OWNER'S MANUAL - OPTIONAL RETRACTABLE SKI TOW PYLON Catch fingers under the top of the ski tow bar and pull up 2. After pulling up to use the tow bar, turn to the left to lock the tow pole in the UP position by finding and listening to the catch bar secure in place 3.
  • Page 33 SAILFISH 242 CC | OWNER'S MANUAL - BENNETT TRIM TAB MAINTENANCE ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS OPERATION PRECAUTIONS • Periodically, check for clean electrical connections on all compo- • Do not over-trim, particularly at high speeds as the bow will dig nents. in and wave action may cause the boat to veer.

  • Page 34: Maintenance

    SAILFISH 242 CC | OWNER'S MANUAL - OPTIONAL WINDLASS Troubleshooting If your boat has a factory installed windlass, then there will be a complete owners' manual in your Anchor Rode pays out independently while windlass is owners packet. For more detailed information not in use please refer to your windlass owner’s manual.
  • Page 35 SAILFISH 242 CC | OWNER'S MANUAL - OPTIONAL WINDLASS TROUBLESHOOTING Failure to Operate Troubleshoot Chart: Reversing Toggle Control Switch (Part No. 0052519) Is there voltage at the input terminal (positive) to If no voltage is present, the battery isolation is OFF, the the control switch? breaker is tripped or a fuse has blown.
  • Page 36 SAILFISH 242 CC | OWNER'S MANUAL - UFLEX HYDRAULIC STEERING SYSTEM Suzuki powered Sailfish Boats come standard with UFLEX Hydraulic Steering, a full stain less steel shaft; cylinders are built with carbon steel pistons, coupled with extra-large end caps to prevent leakage.
  • Page 37 SAILFISH 242 CC | OWNER'S MANUAL - OPTIONAL UFLEX POWER ASSISTED STEERING MasterDrive™ is a power assisted steering system operated by an electrohydraulic pump which delivers fingertip control regardless of speed or torque conditions, ensuring full control of the boat both during maneuvers and in bad sea conditions.
  • Page 38 SAILFISH 242 CC | OWNER'S MANUAL - YAMAHA STEERING Helm Master EX offers boaters customizable, integrated boat control with more ease and convenience than ever before. Yamaha’s Digital Electronic Steering (DES) is the electronically controlled steering system is the Industry-first integrated electric steer-by-wire system.
  • Page 39 SAILFISH 242 CC | OWNER'S MANUAL - OPTIONAL CONSOLE TOP ORGANIZER (CTO) The console top organizer is a great place to store almost anything. It also includes a dual USB charging receptacle. Always store the organizer with the lid closed and the spring positioned as it is in the picture at the right.
  • Page 40 SAILFISH 242 CC | OWNER'S MANUAL - PORTA POTTI Prepare Unit • Separate tanks (Fig. 1A & 1B). • Add Deodorant (Fig. 2A & 2B) and 4-oz of water. • Close valve (Fig. 2C). • Recombine Tanks (Fig. 3) •...
  • Page 41 SAILFISH 242 CC | OWNER'S MANUAL - PORTA POTTI Emptying Waste Tank 1. DO NOT OVERFILL TANK. Empty when waste level indicator turns from green to red (Fig. 9). (Toilet without an indicator: open valve to check visually). 2. Be sure valve handle is closed. Separate tanks (Fig.
  • Page 42 SAILFISH 242 CC | OWNER'S MANUAL - OPTIONAL MARINE HEAD WITH WASTE TANK DESCRIPTION Battery Fuse Waste Management System Master Switch Controller for Waste DESCRIPTION Management System Vent Inlet Toilet Deck Pump Out Overboard Discharge (Optional) Waste Holding Tank Outlet...
  • Page 43 SAILFISH 242 CC | OWNER'S MANUAL - OPTIONAL TYPE III MSD WASTE MANAGEMENT SYSTEM Dometic MasterFlush Dometic MasterFlush Components B1–B2 Installed toilet Toilet compo (fig. Ref. Description Ref. Macerator toilet DFS-2F flush switch (standard - freshwater flush toilet) DFS-1F flush switch (standard -...
  • Page 44 The bowl should completely clear. SAILFISH 242 CC | OWNER'S MANUAL - OPTIONAL TYPE III MSD WASTE Normal flushing ADDING WATER TO TOILET BOWL MANAGEMENT SYSTEM Press “Add Water” switch (1) until desired water level is achieved. (Do not press “Add Water” switch too long or overflow may occur.) More water is usually added only when flushing solids.
  • Page 45 SAILFISH 242 CC | OWNER'S MANUAL - OPTIONAL TYPE III MSD WASTE MANAGEMENT SYSTEM Full Tank Monitor • Your vessel is equipped with a waste tank level monitor and shut down relay which will disconnect power from the toilet when the waste tank becomes full. This is intended to prevent damage from flushing waste while the holding tank is already full.
  • Page 46 “on” position. Green light indicates pump is running. 2. Open seacock for overboard discha SAILFISH 242 CC | 2. Open seacock for overboard discharge. Turn key to momentary “start”, and allow key OWNER'S MANUAL - OPTIONAL OVERBOARD DISCHARGE SYSTEM DTD01 control options A.
  • Page 47 SAILFISH 242 CC | OWNER’S MANUAL - OPTIONAL TYPE III MSD WASTE Note Make sure all guests understand toilet operation before use. MANAGEMENT SYSTEM Maintenance and winterizing Maintenance & Winterizing Cleaning the toilet To maintain the toilet’s original, lustrous appearance, use Dometic Toilet Bowl Cleaner or other ®...
  • Page 48 SAILFISH 242 CC | OWNER’S MANUAL - OPTIONAL TYPE III MSD WASTE Dometic MasterFlush MANAGEMENT SYSTEM Maintenance & Winterizing Winterizing At the end of each season, the Dometic macerator toilet should be winterized for storage by using potable water-safe antifreeze (if boat or vehicle will be exposed to freezing temperatures).
  • Page 49 SAILFISH 242 CC | OWNER’S MANUAL - OPTIONAL TYPE III MSD WASTE Dometic MasterFlush MANAGEMENT SYSTEM TROUBLESHOOTING Troubleshooting Problem Possible Cause Service Instruction 1. Flush function works, but water a. Discharge piping is pinched or a. Check discharge piping. in bowl empties slowly or not kinked.
  • Page 50 SAILFISH 242 CC | OWNER'S MANUAL - VINYL CARE & CLEANING DON'Ts Reactive & Techniques never to use Preventative Cleaning • Solvents like paint thinner, varsol, acetone, whiteners, • Clean the material immediately if it comes in contact with substances like grease, blood, sauces, lipstick, waxes, silicones, detergents, and/or cleaning products that are not pH neutral.

  • Page 51: Anodized Aluminum

    SAILFISH 242 CC | OWNER'S MANUAL - ALUMINUM COSMETIC CORROSION The information provided is on the environmental conditions corrosion will take place. Damage designed to give you a thorough and the amount of preventative from other abrasive impacts can understanding of the factors that maintenance performed.
  • Page 52 SAILFISH 242 CC | OWNER'S MANUAL - CARING FOR ALUMINUM Tips Protective Products your boat is subjected to, and how often you use and wash your boat. Avoid the use of bleach or chlo- There are many different products Follow the application guidelines rides to clean the aluminum or available to protect aluminum.
  • Page 53 SAILFISH 242 CC | OWNER'S MANUAL - CARING FOR STAINLESS STEEL What Determines Dif- Is Stainless Steel Green The information provided is designed to give you a thorough ferent Grades of Stain- (Environmentally Friendly)? understanding of the factors that less Steel?
  • Page 54 SAILFISH 242 CC | OWNER'S MANUAL - WINDSCREEN WASHING AND CARE 1. If you have been offshore, be sure to spray the wind- shield liberally with a hose to melt and wash away any salt crystals to avoid scratching the surface.

  • Page 55: Overall Maintenance

    Congratulations! You are the proud owner rubbing compound (coarser abrasive) is compound or by lightly sanding with 400 of a new Sailfish. You are also the owner recommended for use on fiberglass boats grit sandpaper followed by an application of...
  • Page 56 SAILFISH 242 CC | OWNER'S MANUAL - GEL COAT (CONT.) Repairs Discolored areas are very shallow in Apply slightly more mixture to avoid depth, literally right on the surface. having to fill the damaged section During the life of your boat, some The discoloration may be removed a second time.
  • Page 57 All warranty periods run from the date (the “Effective Date”) of delivery to the original retail owner (the “Owner”), or twelve (12) months from the date the boat was delivered to the Sailfish dealer, whichever is earlier. This limited warranty applies only to covered defects first arising and reported to Sailfish or its authorized dealer within the applicable warranty coverage period.
  • Page 58 Your acceptance of delivery of the warranted Sailfish constitutes your acceptance of the terms of this limited warranty. Your Sailfish dealer is an independent business and is not the agent of Sailfish. Your Sailfish dealer may not modify or change the terms of this limited warranty, and any questions concerning the scope of this limited war- ranty coverage should be addressed directly to Sailfish.
  • Page 59 Specifications, features, equipment, options, colors, materials and trim are based on information available at time of printing and are subject to change without notice. Some accessories shown in photographs, or described, may not be standard equipment or even available as an option(s). Confirm availability of all accessories and equipment with an authorized Sailfish Boats dealer prior to purchase.