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Canvas Care 62 205 12-Volt DC Deck Harness 75 Clear Vinyl Care 63 225 12-Volt DC Deck Harness 76 185, 195 & 205 Trolling Motor Harness (If Equipped) 76 Chapter 8: Entertainment Systems Battery Cable Routings 77 Audio Equipment 64 Important Records 78 Chapter 9: Convertible Seats, Beds, &...
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Hazard Boxes & Symbols The hazard boxes and symbols shown below are used throughout this supplement to call attention to potentially dan- gerous situations which could lead to either personal injury or product damage. Read all warnings carefully and fol- low all safety instructions.
185, 195, 205, & 225 • Owner’s Manual Supplement Chapter 1: Welcome Aboard! • This Owner’s Manual Supplement provides specific information about your boat that is not covered in the Sport Boat Owner’s Manual. • The Sport Boat Owner’s Manual contains general information about safe operating practices, general boating reg- ulations, and general maintenance techniques.
• Bayliner offers a Limited Warranty on each new Bayliner purchased through an authorized Bayliner dealer. • A copy of the Limited Warranty was included in your owner’s packet. • If you did not get a copy of the Limited Warranty, please contact your Bayliner dealer or call 360-435-8957 for a copy.
185, 195, 205, & 225 • Owner’s Manual Supplement Chapter 1: Welcome Aboard! Engine & Accessory Guidelines & Literature NOTICE BEFORE starting or working on your engine(s), read the engine manual. NOTICE BEFORE using the accessories on your boat, read the accessory manuals.
Chapter 1: Welcome Aboard! 185, 195, 205, & 225 • Owner’s Manual Supplement Structural Limitations The transom platform extension is designed to be lightweight for proper boat balance. The load limit for the transom platform extension is 30 pounds per square foot, evenly distributed.
185, 195, 205, & 225 • Owner’s Manual Supplement Chapter 1: Welcome Aboard! Safety Standards DANGER! FALLING and ROTATING PROPELLER HAZARD! • NEVER allow anyone to ride on parts of your boat NOT designed for such use. • Sitting on seat-backs, lounging on the forward deck, bow riding, gun- wale riding or occupying the transom platform while underway is especially hazardous and WILL cause personal injury or death.
185, 195, 205, & 225 • Owner’s Manual Supplement Chapter 1: Welcome Aboard! Where & How CO Can Accumulate Stationary conditions that increase CO accumulations include: A. Using engine, generator, or other fuel burn- B. Mooring too close to another boat that is...
Chapter 1: Welcome Aboard! 185, 195, 205, & 225 • Owner’s Manual Supplement CO Checklists Trip Checklist Make sure you know where the exhaust outlets are located on your boat. Educate all passengers about the symptoms of CO poisoning and where CO may accumulate.
185, 195, 205, & 225 • Owner’s Manual Supplement Chapter 1: Welcome Aboard! 185 Warning Labels WARNING Carbon monoxide (CO) can cause brain damage or death. Engine and generator exhaust contains odorless and colorless carbon monoxide gas. Signs of carbon monoxide poisoning include nausea, headache, dizziness, drowsiness, and lack of consciousness.
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Chapter 1: Welcome Aboard! 185, 195, 205, & 225 • Owner’s Manual Supplement Carbon monoxide (CO) can cause brain damage or death. Engine and generator exhaust contains odorless and colorless carbon monoxide gas. Carbon monoxide will be around the back of the boat when engines or generators are running.
185, 195, 205, & 225 • Owner’s Manual Supplement Chapter 1: Welcome Aboard! 195 Warning Labels 1703581 1706140 WARNING Carbon monoxide (CO) can cause brain damage or death. Engine and generator exhaust contains odorless and colorless carbon monoxide gas. Signs of carbon monoxide poisoning include nausea, headache, dizziness, drowsiness, and lack of consciousness.
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Chapter 1: Welcome Aboard! 185, 195, 205, & 225 • Owner’s Manual Supplement 1705524 1703805 Carbon monoxide (CO) can cause brain damage or death. Engine and generator exhaust contains odorless and colorless carbon monoxide gas. Carbon monoxide will be around the back of the boat when engines or generators are running.
185, 195, 205, & 225 • Owner’s Manual Supplement Chapter 1: Welcome Aboard! 205 Warning Labels 1706140 1811513 1885234 WARNING Carbon monoxide (CO) can cause brain damage or death. Engine and generator exhaust contains odorless and colorless carbon monoxide gas.
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Chapter 1: Welcome Aboard! 185, 195, 205, & 225 • Owner’s Manual Supplement 1704248 1703701 Carbon monoxide (CO) can cause brain damage or death. Engine and generator exhaust contains odorless and colorless carbon monoxide gas. Carbon monoxide will be around the back of the boat when engines or generators are running.
185, 195, 205, & 225 • Owner’s Manual Supplement Chapter 1: Welcome Aboard! 225 Warning Labels WARNING Carbon monoxide (CO) can cause brain damage or death. Engine and generator exhaust contains odorless and colorless carbon monoxide gas. Signs of carbon monoxide poisoning include nausea, headache, dizziness, drowsiness, and lack of consciousness.
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Chapter 1: Welcome Aboard! 185, 195, 205, & 225 • Owner’s Manual Supplement Carbon monoxide (CO) can cause brain damage or death. Engine and generator exhaust contains odorless and colorless carbon monoxide gas. Carbon monoxide will be around the back of the boat when engines or generators are running.
185, 195, 205, & 225 • Owner’s Manual Supplement Chapter 2: Locations Component Locations 12-Volt DC Acces- sory Outlets - 185 & 195: One is located at the helm and one is located next to the stereo in the port glove box.
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Chapter 2: Locations 185, 195, 205, & 225 • Owner’s Manual Supplement 12-Volt Accessory Outlets - 225: One is located next to the stereo in the port glove box and one is located on the starboard side of the cockpit next to the aft bench seat.
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185, 195, 205, & 225 • Owner’s Manual Supplement Chapter 2: Locations Battery - 185 & 195: Located in the port aft corner of the engine room. Battery - 205: Located in the port aft corner of the engine room.
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Chapter 2: Locations 185, 195, 205, & 225 • Owner’s Manual Supplement Bilge Pump: Located in the engine compart- ment bilge. Blower Switch: Located on the helm switch panel.
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185, 195, 205, & 225 • Owner’s Manual Supplement Chapter 2: Locations Depth Finder Transducer (If Equipped): Located in the engine compartment bilge. Freshwater Fill Deck Fit- ting (marked WATER) (225 Only) (If Equipped): Located on the aft deck, above the boarding ladder.
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Freshwater Tank (225 Only) (If Equipped): Located on the star- board side of the engine compartment. Fuel Fill Deck Fitting (marked GAS or DIE- SEL) - 185, 195 & 205: Located on the starboard aft corner of the deck.
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185, 195, 205, & 225 • Owner’s Manual Supplement Chapter 2: Locations Fuel Fill Deck Fitting (marked GAS) - 225: Located on the port deck. Fuel Shut-off Valve (185 & 195 Only) (Diesel Engine Only) (If Equipped): Located in the starboard side panel, just forward of the aft jump seat.
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Chapter 2: Locations 185, 195, 205, & 225 • Owner’s Manual Supplement Livewell Aerator Con- trol Valve (185, 195 & 205 Only) (If Equipped): • Located inside the livewell. • Access by removing the center bench seat cushion and lifting the livewell hatch.
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185, 195, 205, & 225 • Owner’s Manual Supplement Chapter 2: Locations Navigation Lights: • Red and green lights at the bow. • White all-round light at the stern or on the ski-tow tower, if equipped.
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Chapter 2: Locations 185, 195, 205, & 225 • Owner’s Manual Supplement Transom Shower (225 Only) (If Equipped): Located on the starboard aft deck. Trim & Tilt Pump - 185 & 195: Located on the port side of the engine compartment.
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185, 195, 205, & 225 • Owner’s Manual Supplement Chapter 2: Locations Trolling Motor (185, 195 & 205 Only) (If Equipped): Located on the forward deck. Trolling Motor 12-volt DC Circuit Breaker (185 & 195 Only) (If Equipped): Located on the forward deck.
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Chapter 2: Locations 185, 195, 205, & 225 • Owner’s Manual Supplement Trolling Motor 12-Volt DC Receptacle (185, 195 & 205 Only) (If Equipped): Located at the bow, just above the port forward seat cushion.
185, 195, 205, & 225 • Owner’s Manual Supplement Chapter 3: Propulsion & Related Systems Engine NOTICE Read the engine manual BEFORE starting or working on your engine. While the topics listed below may be included in this supplement and in the Sport Boat Owner’s Manual, always refer to the engine manual first for specific information on these important subjects: •...
Chapter 3: Propulsion & Related Systems 185, 195, 205, & 225 • Owner’s Manual Supplement Bilge Blower System WARNING! FIRE and EXPLOSION HAZARD! Fuel vapors can explode! BEFORE starting the engine: 1. Check the bilge areas for fuel vapors or leaking fuel. If you see leaking fuel or smell fuel vapors: a.
185, 195, 205, & 225 • Owner’s Manual Supplement Chapter 3: Propulsion & Related Systems Fuel System WARNING! FIRE, EXPLOSION, and OPEN FLAME HAZARD! • It is very important that the fuel system be inspected thoroughly the first time it is filled and at each subsequent filling.
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Chapter 3: Propulsion & Related Systems 185, 195, 205, & 225 • Owner’s Manual Supplement...
185, 195, 205, & 225 • Owner’s Manual Supplement Chapter 3: Propulsion & Related Systems Fuel Fill & Vent • Depending on engine type, the fuel fill deck fitting is marked either GAS or DIESEL. • If you have problems filling the fuel tank, see if the fuel fill hose or fuel tank vent hose is kinked or collapsed.
Chapter 3: Propulsion & Related Systems 185, 195, 205, & 225 • Owner’s Manual Supplement Fuel Filter/Water Separator (Diesel Engine Only) NOTICE • The frequency of water draining or element replacement is controlled by the contamination level in the fuel.
185, 195, 205, & 225 • Owner’s Manual Supplement Chapter 3: Propulsion & Related Systems Quick Oil Drain System The quick oil drain hose assembly was attached to the engine oil pan at the factory. However, some minor assembly is still needed before you can use this system.
185, 195, 205, & 225 • Owner’s Manual Supplement Chapter 4: Controls & Gauges Steering • Your boat features a power-assisted* rack-and-pinion steering system. • For information about the power-assist fluid reservoir, refer to the engine operation and maintenance manual.
185, 195, 205, & 225 • Owner’s Manual Supplement Chapter 4: Controls & Gauges Gauges Cleaning the Gauges CAUTION PRODUCT or PROPERTY DAMAGE HAZARD! • Use only mild soap and water to clean the gauge lenses and bezels. • Use of other cleaners, including common window cleaning solutions, may cause the lenses to crack.
185, 195, 205, & 225 • Owner’s Manual Supplement Chapter 5: Navigation Equipment Read the manuals for all navigation & communication equipment before using these systems. Depth Finder (If Equipped) WARNING! • Do NOT use the depth finder as a navigational aid to prevent collision, grounding, boat damage or personal injury.
185, 195, 205, & 225 • Owner’s Manual Supplement Chapter 6: Plumbing Bilge Pump NOTICE Discharge of oil, oil waste, or fuel into navigable waters is prohibited by law. Violators are sub- ject to legal action by the local authorities.
Chapter 6: Plumbing 185, 195, 205, & 225 • Owner’s Manual Supplement Bilge Pump Testing • The bilge pump is vital to the safety of your boat. • Test the bilge pump often. 1. Turn On the bilge pump switch at the helm.
Chapter 6: Plumbing 185, 195, 205, & 225 • Owner’s Manual Supplement Seawater Systems Seacocks WARNING! FLOODING and SWAMPING HAZARD! • Close the seacock(s) when leaving your boat unattended for any length of time. • If a seacock is left open, a hose failure could flood the bilge, swamp the battery and the engine, and even sink your boat.
185, 195, 205, & 225 • Owner’s Manual Supplement Chapter 6: Plumbing Livewell System (185, 195 & 205 Only) (If Equipped) WARNING! FLOODING and SWAMPING HAZARD! • NEVER leave your boat unattended while the livewell system is running. • Any leak or break in this system may allow large amounts of water to flood the bilge, which could swamp the battery(s), and even sink your boat.
Chapter 6: Plumbing 185, 195, 205, & 225 • Owner’s Manual Supplement Freshwater System (225 Only) (If Equipped) WARNING! • ONLY use safe drinking (potable) water in your boat’s freshwater system. • ONLY use FDA approved "drinking water safe" hoses when filling the freshwater tank.
185, 195, 205, & 225 • Owner’s Manual Supplement Chapter 6: Plumbing Freshwater System Winterization 1. Turn Off the water heater breaker switch. NOTE: Tag or Mark the water heater breaker switch to prevent it from being turned On while the water heater tank is empty.
Read the section on towing in the Sport Boat Owner’s Manual before: • Towing anything behind your boat. • Being towed by another vessel. Bow Mount Trolling Motor (185, 195 & 205 Only) (If Equipped) Read the manufacturer’s instruction manual before using the trolling motor.
185, 195, 205, & 225 • Owner’s Manual Supplement Chapter 7: Deck Equipment Ski-Tow Tower (If Equipped) WARNING! PERSONAL INJURY and/or PRODUCT or PROPERTY DAMAGE HAZARD! Failure to follow these guidelines can result in injury or death: • Read ALL warning labels on ski-tow tower.
Chapter 7: Deck Equipment 185, 195, 205, & 225 • Owner’s Manual Supplement Folding the Ski-tow Tower (If Equipped) WARNING! PERSONAL INJURY and/or PRODUCT or PROPERTY DAMAGE HAZARD! • Folding or unfolding the ski-tow tower is a two person task.
185, 195, 205, & 225 • Owner’s Manual Supplement Chapter 7: Deck Equipment Canvas CAUTION PRODUCT or PROPERTY DAMAGE HAZARD! Take down and securely stow ALL canvas & vinyl BEFORE your boat is transported by road. NOTICE BEFORE cleaning and/or stowing your canvas, read the Canvas Care section, later in this chapter.
Chapter 7: Deck Equipment 185, 195, 205, & 225 • Owner’s Manual Supplement 205 & 225 Bimini Top (If Equipped) SECURING SOCKET BALL END EYE DECK HINGE SECURING PIN 1. Insert the balls of the main bow (A) into the aft sockets on the windshield frame and secure them with the pins.
185, 195, 205, & 225 • Owner’s Manual Supplement Chapter 7: Deck Equipment Convertible Top (If Equipped) SECURING END EYE DECK HINGE SOCKET BALL SECURING PIN 1. Unzip, remove, and stow the storage boot. 2. Insert the balls of the main bow (A) into the sockets on the windshield frame and secure them with the pins.
Chapter 7: Deck Equipment 185, 195, 205, & 225 • Owner’s Manual Supplement Side Curtains (205 & 225 Only) (If Equipped) 1. Snap the forward corner (A) of the side curtain to the windshield frame. 2. Working your way aft,...
185, 195, 205, & 225 • Owner’s Manual Supplement Chapter 7: Deck Equipment Bow Cover (If Equipped) 1. Snap the two forward snaps (A) to the deck. 2. Snap the bow cover to the entire port side. 3. On the starboard side, only snap the for- ward half of the bow cover to the deck.
Chapter 7: Deck Equipment 185, 195, 205, & 225 • Owner’s Manual Supplement Canvas Care (see also, ‘Clear Vinyl Care’ on next page) • After each use, especially in saltwater, rinse the canvas with cold freshwater. • Before stowing, let the canvas air-dry completely.
185, 195, 205, & 225 • Owner’s Manual Supplement Chapter 7: Deck Equipment Clear Vinyl Care CAUTION • NEVER store the clear vinyl pieces wet, as this will cause a milky film to develop. • NEVER fold or crease the clear vinyl pieces as cracking will occur.
185, 195, 205, & 225 • Owner’s Manual Supplement Chapter 8: Entertainment Systems Audio Equipment NOTICE AM radio reception may be impaired when the engine is running. Read the manufacturer’s instruction manual before using the audio equipment.
Chapter 9: Convertible Seats, Beds, & Tables 185, 195, 205, & 225 • Owner’s Manual Supplement To return the seats to the RETURNING TO OPERATING POSITION operating position: 1. Lift the seat-backs at point (C) and push the seat bottoms towards the center of the seat until the seat-backs are flush against each other and locked into place.
Chapter 9: Convertible Seats, Beds, & Tables 185, 195, 205, & 225 • Owner’s Manual Supplement Installing & Removing Table Leg (225 Only) Installing the Table Leg 1. Place the threaded end into the base. 2. Twist the table leg clockwise until it locks in place.
185, 195, 205, & 225 • Owner’s Manual Supplement Chapter 9: Convertible Seats, Beds, & Tables Removable Fishing Seats (185, 195 & 205 Only) (If Equipped) DANGER! FALLING and ROTATING PROPELLER HAZARD! • NEVER allow anyone to ride on parts of your boat NOT designed for such use.
185, 195, 205, & 225 • Owner’s Manual Supplement Chapter 10: Lights Care & Maintenance All of the lights installed on your boat are of top quality, but you should be aware that failure may periodically occur for a variety of reasons: 1.
185, 195, 205, & 225 • Owner’s Manual Supplement Chapter 11: Electrical System DANGER! EXTREME FIRE, SHOCK and EXPLOSION HAZARD! • NEVER install non-ignition protected switches or other arcing devices in the fuel compart- ment. • NEVER substitute automotive parts for marine parts. Marine electrical, ignition, and fuel system parts were designed and manufactured to comply with rules and laws that minimize the risks of fire and explosion.
Chapter 11: Electrical System 185, 195, 205, & 225 • Owner’s Manual Supplement 12-Volt DC System Battery • The battery supplies electricity for lights, 12-volt accessories and engine starting. • The Electrical section in Chapter 8 of the Sport Boat Owner’s Manual provides battery care and maintenance instructions.
185, 195, 205, & 225 • Owner’s Manual Supplement Chapter 11: Electrical System 12-Volt DC Accessory Outlet(s) CAUTION Do NOT use the 12-volt DC accessory outlet with a cigarette or cigar lighter. High tempera- tures may melt the outlet. • Your boat is equipped with one or more 12-volt DC accessory outlets.
185, 195, 205, & 225 • Owner’s Manual Supplement Important Records Selling Dealer Key Numbers Name Of Dealership Ignition Other Address Electronics Phone/FAX/E-mail Manufacturer Model Name/Number Sales Manager Serial Number Service Manager Manufacturer Model Name/Number Engine Serial Number Manufacturer Model Name/Number...
185, 195, 205, & 225 • Owner’s Manual Supplement Float Plan Before going boating, fill out a copy of this float plan (or similar) and leave it with a reliable person whom you can depend on to contact the Coast Guard or other rescue organization, if you do not return as scheduled.
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Chapter 11: Electrical System 185, 195, 205, & 225 • Owner’s Manual Supplement Survival Equipment Trip Expectations Marine Radio (Yes/No) Type Frequencies Departing From Number of PFDs Flares (Yes/No) Mirror (Yes/No) Departure Date Departure Time Smoke Signals (Yes/No) Flashlight (Yes/No)
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