(CO) is colorless, odorless and ! DANGER extremely dangerous. Indicates a hazardous situation which, if Every precaution has been taken by Pursuit not avoided, will result in death or seri- Fishing Boats to reduce the risks associated ous injury.
3.1 General ..........3-1 8.1 Head Compartment ......8-1 3.2 Fuel System ......... 3-1 8.2 Audio and Video Systems ....8-1 3.3 Fuel Management ......... 3-2 3.4 Fueling Instructions ......3-4 C 280 / S 280 / C 310 / ST 310...
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10.12 Flooding or Capsizing ....10-9 10.13 Transporting your Boat ....10-10 10.14 Trailering your Boat ....10-10 10.15 Water Skiing ......... 10-11 10.16 Man Overboard ......10-12 10.17 Trash Disposal ......10-12 C 280 / S 280 / C 310 / ST 310...
Peso rimorchiabile su strada (motore, combustible e acgua, batterie ed Note:Information obtained from 2009 CE accessori): Certificate and/or Specification Sheet Peso Rebocável (motor, combustível e água, baterieas e opções): 1/22/09 rev. G 4472 kg./ 9859 lbs. C 280 / S 280 / C 310 / ST 310...
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Note:Information obtained from 2008 CE Peso rimorchiabile su strada (motore, combustible e acgua, batterie ed Certificate and/or Specification Sheet accessori): REDUCED 3/28/08 Peso Rebocável (motor, combustível e água, baterieas e opções): 4553 C 280 / S 280 / C 310 / ST 310...
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Peso rimorchiabile su strada (motore, combustible e acgua, batterie ed Note:Information obtained from 200 CE accessori): Certificate and/or Specification Sheet Peso Rebocável (motor, combustível e água, baterieas e opções): 1/22/09 rev. G 4553 kg./ 10038 lbs. C 280 / S 280 / C 310 / ST 310...
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Note:Information obtained from 2008 CE Peso rimorchiabile su strada (motore, combustible e acgua, batterie ed Certificate and/or Specification Sheet accessori): REDUCED 3/28/08 Peso Rebocável (motor, combustível e água, baterieas e opções): 4553 C 280 / S 280 / C 310 / ST 310...
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Número y Tipo de Detedtores de Humos: Número e Tipo de Detectores de Fumo: N/A = no aplicable N/A = Não Aplicàvel Note:Information obtained from 2009 CE Certificate and/or Specification Sheet 1/22/09 rev. G C 280 / S 280 / C 310 / ST 310...
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Número y Tipo de Detedtores de Humos: Número e Tipo de Detectores de Fumo: N/A = no aplicable N/A = Não Aplicàvel Note:Information obtained from 2009 CE Certificate and/or Specification Sheet 1/22/09 rev. G C 280 / S 280 / C 310 / ST 310...
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S) Punti di attacco per l'ormeggio Hull - R) Puntos fuertes de anclaje T) Punti di attacco per il traino (N/A) S) Puntos fuertes de amarre Head - T) Puntos fuertes de remolque (N/A) C 280 / S 280 / C 310 / ST 310...
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R) Points d'ancrage R) Pontos Fortes da Ancoragem Hull - S) Points d'amarrage S) Pontos Fortes da Amaragem Head - T) Points de remorquage (N/A) T) Pontos Fortes da Rebocagem (N/A) C 280 / S 280 / C 310 / ST 310...
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Model: C280 or S280 or C310 or S310 Working Deck Areas for occupation during normal operation of the boat Sunlounger option not intended WARNING: to be used as a working deck. C 280 / S 280 / C 310 / ST 310...
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Specifications C 280 / S 280 / C 310 / ST 310...
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Specifications C 280 / S 280 / C 310 / ST 310...
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Peso rimorchiabile su strada (motore, combustible e acgua, batterie ed Note:Information obtained from 200 CE accessori): Certificate and/or Specification Sheet Peso Rebocável (motor, combustível e água, baterieas e opções) 11/10/09 rev. H 5133 kg./ 11316 lbs. C 280 / S 280 / C 310 / ST 310...
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Número y Tipo de Detedtores de Humos: Número e Tipo de Detectores de Fumo: N/A = no aplicable N/A = Não Aplicàvel Note:Information obtained from 2009 CE Certificate and/or Specification Sheet 11/10/09 rev. H C 280 / S 280 / C 310 / ST 310...
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S) Punti di attacco per l'ormeggio Hull - R) Puntos fuertes de anclaje T) Punti di attacco per il traino (N/A) S) Puntos fuertes de amarre Head - T) Puntos fuertes de remolque (N/A) C 280 / S 280 / C 310 / ST 310...
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R) Points d'ancrage R) Pontos Fortes da Ancoragem Hull - S) Points d'amarrage S) Pontos Fortes da Amaragem Head - T) Points de remorquage (N/A) T) Pontos Fortes da Rebocagem (N/A) C 280 / S 280 / C 310 / ST 310...
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Specifications Working Deck Area 1/22/2011 Model: ST 310 Working Deck Areas for occupation during normal operation of the boat C 280 / S 280 / C 310 / ST 310...
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Specifications C 280 / S 280 / C 310 / ST 310...
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Specifications C 280 / S 280 / C 310 / ST 310...
General Information Boat Information Fill out the following information and leave it in your PURSUIT Owner’s Manual. This information will be important for you and PURSUIT service personnel to know, if and when you may need to call PURSUIT for technical assistance or service.
Alaska; all of the equipment described in this manual or others are issued by the state. pictured in the catalog may change or no longer be available. C 280 / S 280 / C 310 / ST 310...
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They can also help in pro- viding local navigational information when moving to a new boating area. Contact your dealer, State Boating Authority or the Boat- C 280 / S 280 / C 310 / ST 310...
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Operator Notes C 280 / S 280 / C 310 / ST 310...
When leaving the boat in the water, tilt the motors as high as possible to decrease the risk of marine growth around the cooling inlets, propeller and exhaust ports and dam- age from galvanic corrosion. C 280 / S 280 / C 310 / ST 310...
21). Pitch is the theoretical distance the pro- peller will travel in one rotation. Repair or replace a propeller immediately if it has been damaged. A damaged propeller can cause C 280 / S 280 / C 310 / ST 310...
GPS ing your boat on plane. Refer to the engine in a Yamaha® installation. owner’s manual for more information on the operation of the outboard power tilt and trim. C 280 / S 280 / C 310 / ST 310...
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Make sure that if a gauge is removed, it is reinstalled with the drain holes in the proper position. C 280 / S 280 / C 310 / ST 310...
Ejection or sudden loss of control can occur if an engine can start in gear and neutral safety switch system does not function properly. C 280 / S 280 / C 310 / ST 310...
“tilting” the outboards out of the water. Refer to the engine owner’s man- ual for information on the proper use and maintenance of the power tilt and trim. C 280 / S 280 / C 310 / ST 310...
Failure to do movement of the port tab. Refer to the trim so can lead to steering system failure and tab operation manual. result in loss of control. C 280 / S 280 / C 310 / ST 310...
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75% of their original size. Refer to Routine Maintenance for informa- tion regarding zinc anodes and the trim tab owner’s manual for additional maintenance information, fluid specifications and operat- ing instructions. C 280 / S 280 / C 310 / ST 310...
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Operator Notes C 280 / S 280 / C 310 / ST 310...
Avoid fueling at night, except under well- the deck for fuel odors. If you smell fuel, lighted conditions. Also, monitor fuel level DO NOT start engines. gauge to avoid overfilling. C 280 / S 280 / C 310 / ST 310...
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Your Pursuit dealer or the engine manufacturer can provide additional information on fuel degrading and fuel stabi- lizers recommended for your engine. C 280 / S 280 / C 310 / ST 310...
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Operator Notes C 280 / S 280 / C 310 / ST 310...
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Inspect the system frequently to ensure no deterioration or loosening of connections has occurred. C 280 / S 280 / C 310 / ST 310...
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Operating the engines on one fuel tanks. These valves help prevent gaso- tank should be done temporarily, since the C 280 / S 280 / C 310 / ST 310...
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If fuel is added to any other tank, DO NOT attempt to pump fuel out; these systems are C 280 / S 280 / C 310 / ST 310...
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Avoid fueling at night, except under well- the deck for fuel odors. If you smell fuel, lighted conditions. Also, monitor fuel level DO NOT start engines. gauge to avoid overfilling. C 280 / S 280 / C 310 / ST 310...
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Your Pursuit dealer or the engine manufacturer can provide additional information on fuel degrading and fuel stabi- lizers recommended for your engine. C 280 / S 280 / C 310 / ST 310...
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Operator Notes C 280 / S 280 / C 310 / ST 310...
DO NOT store Refer to the engine owner's manual for infor- combustibles near lights and turn off mation on your engines. all lighting before leaving the boat. C 280 / S 280 / C 310 / ST 310...
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Section 4 Electrical System Main Distribution Panel (MDP) Main Distribution Panel (MDP) Typical C 280 / S 280 / C 310 / ST 310...
To reset or turn the circuit breaker on, rotate the black lever to "ON." Turn off this breaker when the windlass is not in use to reduce the possibility of accidentally acti- vating the windlass. C 280 / S 280 / C 310 / ST 310...
NOT use these lights out of the water. Water pressurized and could shatter is necessary for cooling. scratched or damaged. Protect glass halogen-cycle bulbs from contact with Horn liquids when operating. Press to activate the horn. C 280 / S 280 / C 310 / ST 310...
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Press to activate the manual pump. If the automatic pump activates, the automatic bilge pump indicator on the switch will light. See Section 5.4, Bilge Drainage, for infor- mation on bilge pump operation. C 280 / S 280 / C 310 / ST 310...
(GFCI) to protect against electrical shock. A cord set is provided to supply power from the shore power outlet to the AC shore power inlet of the boat. C 280 / S 280 / C 310 / ST 310...
Accessory Turn the AC main breaker to "OFF" position. If the dockside outlet includes a disconnect switch, turn it to "OFF." Reserved for additional AC equipment. C 280 / S 280 / C 310 / ST 310...
Make sure to check that all below deck wir- ing is properly supported, the insulation is sound and there are no loose or corroded C 280 / S 280 / C 310 / ST 310...
Corrosion on the electrical connectors can cause poor connections, shorts and ground faults, and/or poor ground connections. Check at least annually and clean as required. DO NOT allow corrosion to build on connections. C 280 / S 280 / C 310 / ST 310...
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Operator Notes 4-10 C 280 / S 280 / C 310 / ST 310...
"OFF." automatic pressure switch and is located uder the sink in the head compartment on the C 280, S 280 and C 310 and in the bow CAUTION floor storage compartment on the ST 310.
An overflow built Aerator Valve (if equipped) into the livewell automatically controls livewell water level. Always turn livewell pump off at the switch panel when not in use. C 280 / S 280 / C 310 / ST 310...
Bilge pumps and bilge pumping systems are not designed for damage control. Continu- ous operation of the bilge can mean a leak Automatic Bilge Pump Switch C 280 / S 280 / C 310 / ST 310...
Insert the drain plug in the fish- to test the pump and spray the pumps box that empties first to completely drain the and metal components with a metal pro- tector periodically. C 280 / S 280 / C 310 / ST 310...
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If a hose ruptures or leaks, turn off pump thru-hull fittings are secure and not leak- immediately. Keep the thru-hull valve closed ing. when performing service on a sea water sys- tem. C 280 / S 280 / C 310 / ST 310...
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DO NOT use harsh chemical drain cleaners in drain systems; permanent damage to the hoses, fittings and sys- tem can result. Also, drains and pumps must be properly winterized before winter lay-up. C 280 / S 280 / C 310 / ST 310...
6.3 Bilge Compartment Ventilation Air flow into the bilge compartment is sup- plied by four vents on either side of the cock- pit, under the gunwale boards. C 280 / S 280 / C 310 / ST 310...
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Operator Notes C 280 / S 280 / C 310 / ST 310...
The anchor locker is drained by a thru-hull windlass and remote control. fitting in the hull side near the bottom of the locker. Check it frequently and keep it clean and free flowing. C 280 / S 280 / C 310 / ST 310...
On C 280, S 280 and C 310 mod- els an access panel on the port side of the Anchor Line Secured to Cleat platform, provides access to the port rear bilge and the port trim tab line.
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Refer to Drainage insulated and drains overboard. The tackle in the Plumbing Systems section. locker below the sink provides access to the stern bilge area. C 280 / S 280 / C 310 / ST 310...
T-Top legs. The side curtains will have to be stretched slightly to pull out the wrinkles and reach the snaps. Once the curtains are snapped in place, close the zippers. C 280 / S 280 / C 310 / ST 310...
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Never stand directly in line of the tow line. Failure of any of these parts can casue serious injury or dam- age. C 280 / S 280 / C 310 / ST 310...
The red light on the fire extin- exposure to CO will cause BRAIN DAMAGE guisher control panel will light and an alarm or DEATH. will sound if this should occur. When suffi- C 280 / S 280 / C 310 / ST 310...
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Therefore, low levels of CO can cause the alarm to sound before per- While a CO detector enhances your protec- sons notice any symptoms. tion from CO poisoning, it does not guaran- C 280 / S 280 / C 310 / ST 310...
Some com- gency. Though not required, the Coast mon drugs and antiseptics can lose their Guard emphasizes that PFD's should be strength or become unstable as they age. C 280 / S 280 / C 310 / ST 310...
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Recreational boats are required to display navigation lights between sunset and sun- rise and other periods of reduced visibility (fog, rain, haze, etc.) Navigation lights are intended to keep other vessels informed of C 280 / S 280 / C 310 / ST 310...
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Information for halon or agent FE-241 extin- guishers is provided by the manufacturer. It is extremely important that you read, under- stand and know how this system works; refer to the manufacturer’s literature. C 280 / S 280 / C 310 / ST 310...
❑ Binoculars unique distress code can be used to quickly ❑ Sunglasses identify the boat and owner. ❑ Marine Hardware ❑ Extra Clothing ❑ Spare Parts C 280 / S 280 / C 310 / ST 310...
Observe and avoid all security zones. backs, gunwales, bows, transoms or on fish- Avoid commercial port areas, especially ing seats whenever the boat is underway. those that involve military, cruise-line or C 280 / S 280 / C 310 / ST 310 10-1...
❑ Needle Nose Pliers gers and others out enjoying the water. ❑ Wire Crimping Tool ❑ End Wrench Set ❑ Wire Connector Set 10-4 C 280 / S 280 / C 310 / ST 310...
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For infor- mation on the courses offered in your area, call the “Boating Safety Hot line,” 800-368- 5647. C 280 / S 280 / C 310 / ST 310 10-5...
Remember, weight in the tower affects center of gravity and motion of the boat is greatly exaggerated for people in the tower. 10-6 C 280 / S 280 / C 310 / ST 310...
It is prudent to use two anchors if you the problem if possible. Make sure the are anchoring overnight or in rough weather. engines are off before investigating the prob- 10-8 C 280 / S 280 / C 310 / ST 310...
Coast Guard, aircraft, or other be reserved for those with the right equip- boats to spot, than people in the water. C 280 / S 280 / C 310 / ST 310 10-9...
• Make sure the boat is securely fastened ered by the Pursuit Warranty. on the trailer to prevent movement between the boat and trailer. The bow 10-10 C 280 / S 280 / C 310 / ST 310...
Brakes – check on a level parking area; skier. A fallen skier is very hard to see by roll forward and apply the brakes several other boats and is extremely vulnerable. C 280 / S 280 / C 310 / ST 310 10-11...
Turn off the engines when person is alongside and use a ring buoy or a boat cushion with a line attached, a paddle or boathook to assist person to the boat; 10-12 C 280 / S 280 / C 310 / ST 310...
6 months to growth by applying an antifouling paint. one year. Anodes requiring replacement Because of variations in water temperature, C 280 / S 280 / C 310 / ST 310 11-1...
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This condition will be more apparent with dark colors, which 11-2 C 280 / S 280 / C 310 / ST 310...
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If the anodized coating is badly scratched it can be touched up with paint. With proper care, anodized aluminum will provide many years of service. C 280 / S 280 / C 310 / ST 310 11-3...
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Water or a jelly like substance in the fuel filters is an indication of possible 11-4 C 280 / S 280 / C 310 / ST 310...
Read the label carefully on mildew protec- follow them exactly. tors and remove the protector and allow the cabin to ventilate completely before using the cabin. 11-6 C 280 / S 280 / C 310 / ST 310...
Use very low air pressure sprayed with a disinfectant. only when blowing water from the system to prevent damage to components. The check valve mechanism built in the raw water 12-2 C 280 / S 280 / C 310 / ST 310...
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Remove the canvas and thoroughly clean water antifreeze poured into the tank C 280 / S 280 / C 310 / ST 310 12-3...
Fasten the canvas down • Install all upholstery, cushions and can- securely so wind cannot remove it or cause vas. chafing of the hull superstructure. DO NOT 12-4 C 280 / S 280 / C 310 / ST 310...
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• Carefully monitor the gauges and check for leakage and abnormal noises. • Operate boat at slow speeds until engine temperature stabilizes and all systems are operating normally. C 280 / S 280 / C 310 / ST 310 12-5...
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Operator Notes 12-6 C 280 / S 280 / C 310 / ST 310...
: Set of steps temporarily fitted over the side of a boat to assist per- Cockpit : An open space, usually in the aft sons coming aboard. deck, outside of the cabin. C 280 / S 280 / C 310 / ST 310...
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Head sel. : A toilet on a boat. C 280 / S 280 / C 310 / ST 310...
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Pile or Piling : A boat that inclines to port or star- : A long column driven into board while afloat. the bottom to which a boat can be tied. C 280 / S 280 / C 310 / ST 310...
: A locker, usually located in Stern : The rear end of a boat. the bow of a boat, used for stowing the anchor line or chain. Stow : To pack away neatly. C 280 / S 280 / C 310 / ST 310...
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Twin-Screw Craft : A boat with two propel- lers on two separate shafts. nderway : When a boat moves through the water. C 280 / S 280 / C 310 / ST 310...
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Operator Notes C 280 / S 280 / C 310 / ST 310...
Check battery electrolyte & service Test and inspect AC electrical system & shore power cord Inspect water systems for leaks Check neutral safety switch Check trim tab fluid level C 280 / S 280 / C 310 / ST 310...
Check for excessive water in the bilge. Pump out bilge & find & correct the prob- lem. • The throttle adjustments has changed and the engine is not getting full throttle. Adjust the throttle cable. C 280 / S 280 / C 310 / ST 310...
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The engine suddenly will not operate RPM to protect the engine. Find & cor- over 2000 RPM. rect the problem. • The tachometer is bad and needs to be replaced. C 280 / S 280 / C 310 / ST 310...
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The automatic float switch on the bilge • The pump impeller is jammed by debris. pump raises but does not activate the Clean pump impeller housing. pump. • The pump is defective. Replace pump. C 280 / S 280 / C 310 / ST 310...
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