CORRECT CRAFT Nautique Series Owner's Manual

Nautique motor boat owner's manual
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Dear Correct Craft Owner,
Welcome to the Nautique Family! For over 80 years, Correct Craft
has been dedicated to providing our customers and their families
with the finest inboard boats available. It's our passion to create the
best performing boats in the industry. Boats that allow you to escape
the routine of every day life. You see... you don't just own a
Nautique, you live the Nautique life.
Your boat has been built with the best material and workmanship
available, a legacy handed down from our founder. Our wealth of
experience gives us the edge in innovation, quality and
performance. We have the most dedicated and loyal employees in
the industry. Hands down. Every day, our employees do more than
just punch a clock; they take personal pride in every boat that comes
down the line.
Review this Owner's Manual for your boat. We have assembled this
manual to inform you about your boat and educate you further on
boating. Please pay particular attention to the safety statements
labeled as DANGER, WARNING, CAUTION and NOTICE. These
statements alert you to possible safety hazards to avoid so you can
have a safer boating experience. There are also many tips and tricks
on care and maintenance sprinkled throughout the manual. Boating
is very important to us and we would like you to enjoy many years of
boating in your Nautique.
By purchasing a Nautique, you have taken the first step in trading
your old lifestyle for a new one. Now that you own a Nautique, life as
you know it will never be the same.
Live It!
The Correct Craft Family
Keep your heart with all diligence,
for out of it spring the issues of life.
Proverbs 4:23
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Record Important Information
Hull
Fields to record Hull Identification Number, Date Purchased, Dealer/Phone, Ignition Key Number, and Registration Number/State.
Engine
Fields to record Engine Model Number and Serial Number.
Trailer
Fields to record Trailer Model Number and Serial Number.
Accessory
Fields to record Accessory Model Number and Serial Number.
Boater’s Checklist
Check Before You Launch Your Boat
Pre-launch safety and operational checks for the boat.
Check Before You Start Your Engine
Pre-start checks for the engine and critical safety items.
Section 1 Boating Safety
Safety While Boating
General safety rules and precautions for operating the boat.
General Precautions
Operator responsibilities for safety, equipment, and regulations.
Boat Safety Labels
Information on various safety labels affixed to the boat.
Overloading
Warnings and capacity limits to prevent overloading the boat.
Boating Under the Influence
Risks and legal consequences of operating under the influence.
Carbon Monoxide
Dangers of carbon monoxide and prevention methods.
Section 2 Basic Rules of the Road
Aids To Navigation
Identifying and understanding buoys and markers.
Right of Way
General rules for right-of-way in water traffic.
Crossing Situation
Rules for boats in crossing situations.
Meeting Head-On
Procedures for boats meeting head-on.
Section 3 196, 206 and 216
Specifications
Technical specifications for different boat models.
Standard Dash Pod and Console
Identification of gauges and switches on the standard dash.
Optional Dash Pod and Console
Identification of gauges and switches on the optional dash.
196 Deck Layout
Diagram and labels for the 196 model's deck features.
Section 4 Controls and Indicators
Steering
Operation and adjustment of the boat's steering system.
Hydro-Gate™ Control and SportShift, 196 and 206 Only
Operation of the Hydro-Gate and SportShift systems.
Shifter/Throttle
How to operate the gear shifter and throttle control.
Emergency Stop Switch and Lanyard
Proper use and importance of the emergency stop system.
Signature Dash Pod Gauges
Explanation of various gauges on the signature dash pod.
Engine Compartment/Bilge Area Blower
Operation and safety of the bilge blower system.
Bilge Pump
Operation and function of the bilge pump system.
Ignition Keyswitch
Operation and features of the ignition keyswitch.
Fuse Panel
Location and function of the boat's fuse panel.
Boarding Platform
Safe use and attachment of the boarding platform.
Fuel Tank
Location and fueling precautions for the fuel tank.
Section 5 Boat Systems
Fuel System
Components and location of the boat's fuel system.
Bilge System
Operation and maintenance of the bilge pump system.
Section 6 Getting Underway
Safety Checklist
Essential pre-operation checks for safe boating.
Fueling
Safe procedures and precautions for fueling the boat.
Gasoline Containing Alcohol
Information on using ethanol and methanol fuels safely.
Pre-Operation Checks
Detailed list of pre-operation checks.
Engine Gauge Checks During Warm-up
Verifying operation of key gauges during engine warm-up.
Flooded engine
Procedures for starting a flooded engine.
Section 7 Running
Hydro-Gate™ Control and SportShift, 196 and 206 Only
Operation of the Hydro-Gate system for wake control.
Maneuvering Techniques
Basic principles of boat maneuvering.
Anchoring
Types of anchors and anchoring procedures.
Performance Boating
Understanding high-performance boat operation.
Section 8 Care and Maintenance
General Maintenance
Essential general maintenance tasks for the boat.
Engine Intake Raw Water Strainer
Inspecting and cleaning the raw water strainer.
Propeller
Procedures for propeller removal and installation.
Battery Maintenance
Safe procedures for battery charging and maintenance.
Gelcoat Maintenance
Routine cleaning and waxing of the gelcoat.
Teak Care
Cleaning and refinishing instructions for teak surfaces.
Section 9 Troubleshooting
Trouble Check Chart
Common symptoms and possible causes for boat issues.
Performance
Troubleshooting common performance-related problems.
Electrical
Troubleshooting common electrical issues.
Section 10 Storage
Lifting Rings
Proper use of lifting rings for boat transport.
Winterizing Your Boat
Procedures for winterizing the boat for storage.
Check For Water In Your Fuel System
Steps to remove water from the fuel system for storage.
Towing Your Boat
Checklist for safely trailering the boat.
Warranty
CORRECT CRAFT LIMITED WARRANTY
Overview of the Correct Craft limited warranty.
Lifetime Limited Warranty
Details of the lifetime limited warranty on structural defects.
Boat Five (5) Year Transferable Limited Warranty
Details of the 5-year transferable limited warranty.
Procedure
Steps to follow when making a warranty claim.

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