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  • Page 3: Hull Identification Number

    Date of Purchase __________________________________________ Port Engine Serial Number: _________________________________ Starboard Engine Serial Number: ____________________________ Hull Identification Number:__________________________________ Hull Identification Number • The Hull Identification Number (HIN) is located on the starboard aft corner of the hull. • Record the HIN (and the engine serial num- bers) in the space pro- vided above.

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    CONTENTS Chapter 1: Welcome Aboard! Chapter 4: Controls & Gauges Dimensions & Tank Capacities 1 Steering 45 Hydraulic Steering System 45 Dealer Service 1 Rudder Stuffing Gland 45 Warranty Information 1 Autopilot (If Equipped) 46 Boating Experience 1 Shift/Throttle Controls 46 Engine &...
  • Page 5 Chapter 7: Deck Equipment Chapter 11: Electrical Systems Cleats 63 12-Volt DC System 74 Batteries 74 Windlass 63 Battery Switches 74 Canvas & Vinyl Tops & Enclosures 64 Emergency Battery Parallel Switch 75 Canvas Care 65 Fuses & Circuit Breakers 76 Clear Vinyl Care (If Equipped) 66 12-Volt DC Accessory Outlets 76 Alternators 76...
  • Page 6 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.

  • Page 7: Chapter 1: Welcome Aboard

    391 Sedan • Owner’s Manual Chapter 1: Welcome Aboard! • This Owner’s Manual provides information about your yacht that is not covered in the Cruiser & Yacht Owner’s Manual Supplement. • Before using your yacht, study this Owner’s Manual, the Cruiser & Yacht Owner’s Manual Supplement, and all engine and accessory literature carefully.

  • Page 8: Engine & Accessory Guidelines

    Chapter 1: Welcome Aboard! 391 Sedan • Owner’s Manual Engine & Accessory Guidelines NOTICE When storing your yacht, please refer to your engine’s operation and maintenance manuals. NOTICE Certain modifications to your yacht WILL result in cancellation of your warranty protection. ALWAYS check with your dealer BEFORE making any modifications to your yacht.

  • Page 9: Qualified Maintenance

    391 Sedan • Owner’s Manual Chapter 1: Welcome Aboard! Qualified Maintenance WARNING! To maintain the integrity and safety of your yacht, allow ONLY qualified personnel to perform maintenance on, or change, in any way, the: • Steering system • Propulsion system •...

  • Page 10: Safety Standards

    Chapter 1: Welcome Aboard! 391 Sedan • Owner’s Manual Safety Standards DANGER! FALLING and ROTATING PROPELLER HAZARD! • NEVER allow anyone to ride on parts of your yacht 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.

  • Page 11: Special Care For Moored Yachts

    391 Sedan • Owner’s Manual Chapter 1: Welcome Aboard! Special Care for Moored Yachts NOTICE • To help seal the hull bottom and reduce the chance of gel coat blistering while your yacht is moored, apply an epoxy barrier coating. •...

  • Page 12: Yacht Lifting

    Chapter 1: Welcome Aboard! 391 Sedan • Owner’s Manual Yacht Lifting WARNING! PERSONAL INJURY and/or PRODUCT or PROPERTY DAMAGE HAZARD! • Lifting slings can slip on the hull, which could cause serious injury or death. • Reduce the risk of sling slippage by ALWAYS securing the lifting slings together BEFORE lifting.

  • Page 13: Carbon Monoxide (Co)

    391 Sedan • Owner’s Manual Chapter 1: Welcome Aboard! Carbon Monoxide (CO) DANGER! • Carbon monoxide gas (CO) is colorless, odorless, tasteless, and extremely dangerous. • ALL engines, generators, and fuel burning appliances produce CO as exhaust. • Prolonged exposure to low concentrations or very quick exposure to high concentrations WILL cause BRAIN DAMAGE or DEATH.

  • Page 14: Where & How Co Can Accumulate

    Chapter 1: Welcome Aboard! 391 Sedan • Owner’s Manual Where & How CO Can Accumulate Stationary conditions that increase CO accumulations include: A. Using engine, generator, or other fuel burning device when yacht is moored in a confined B. Mooring too close to another boat that is using its space.

  • Page 15: Co Checklists

    391 Sedan • Owner’s Manual Chapter 1: Welcome Aboard! CO Checklists Trip Checklist Educate all passengers about the symptoms of CO poisoning and where CO may accumulate. When docked, or rafted with another boat, be aware of exhaust emissions from the other boats. Make sure you know where the exhaust outlets are located on your yacht.

  • Page 16: More Information

    Chapter 1: Welcome Aboard! 391 Sedan • Owner’s Manual More Information For more information about how you can prevent carbon monoxide poisoning on recreational boats and other ways to boat more safely, contact: United States Coast Guard National Marine Manufacturers American Boat &...

  • Page 17: Warnings & Warning Labels

    391 Sedan • Owner’s Manual Chapter 1: Welcome Aboard! Warnings & Warning Labels 1704247 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.
  • Page 18 Chapter 1: Welcome Aboard! 391 Sedan • Owner’s Manual 1703699 1811367 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.

  • Page 19: Chapter 2: Locations

    391 Sedan • Owner’s Manual Chapter 2: Locations Exterior Views Hull Views...

  • Page 20: Forward Deck View

    Chapter 2: Locations 391 Sedan • Owner’s Manual Forward Deck View...

  • Page 21: Aft Deck View

    391 Sedan • Owner’s Manual Chapter 2: Locations Aft Deck View...

  • Page 22: Helm Station(S)

    Chapter 2: Locations 391 Sedan • Owner’s Manual Helm Station(s) NOTE: TYPICAL HELM LAYOUT SHOWN. ACTUAL LAYOUTS MAY VARY DEPENDING ON ENGINE & ACCESSORY OPTIONS...

  • Page 23: Component Locations

    391 Sedan • Owner’s Manual Chapter 2: Locations Component Locations 12-Volt DC Accessory Outlets (Up to 4 total): • One is located at the upper helm. • One is located at the lower helm, if equipped. • One is located below the tv on the port side of the mid berth.
  • Page 24 Chapter 2: Locations 391 Sedan • Owner’s Manual • One is located on the starboard aft wall panel in the v-berth. 12-Volt DC Circuit Breakers: • The 12-volt DC push-to-reset circuit breakers are located at the helm. • The 12-volt DC main circuit breaker switch and standby-load push-to-reset circuit breakers are located on the bat- tery switch panel.
  • Page 25 391 Sedan • Owner’s Manual Chapter 2: Locations 110-Volt AC & 12-Volt DC Master Panels: Located inside the salon cabi- net above the tv. Air Conditioner Sea- water Intake Seacock (If Equipped): Located in the forward area of the engine room bilge.
  • Page 26 Chapter 2: Locations 391 Sedan • Owner’s Manual Air Conditioners (2 total) (If Equipped): • One is located in the aft storage locker under the v-berth mattress. • One is located behind the command bridge dash.
  • Page 27 391 Sedan • Owner’s Manual Chapter 2: Locations Batteries: • All batteries except the bow thruster battery are located in the lazarette. • The bow thruster battery is located in the engine room, for- ward of the starboard engine. Battery Charger: Located on the forward wall in the lazarette.
  • Page 28 Chapter 2: Locations 391 Sedan • Owner’s Manual Battery Management Panel (Battery Switches): • Located in the engine room. • Access by lifting up the command bridge stairs. Bilge Pumps (4 total): • The aft bilge pump is located in the aft bilge area of the lazarette.
  • Page 29 391 Sedan • Owner’s Manual Chapter 2: Locations • The mid forward bilge pump is located in the forward bilge area of the engine room. • The forward bilge pump is located inside the aft hatch in the mid berth. City Water Inlet: Located inside the outboard transom storage hatch.
  • Page 30 Chapter 2: Locations 391 Sedan • Owner’s Manual CO Monitors (3 total): • One is located above the hanging locker on the port side of the v-berth. • One is located above the hanging locker in the mid berth. • One is located on the ceil- ing in the starboard aft cor- ner of the salon.
  • Page 31 391 Sedan • Owner’s Manual Chapter 2: Locations Depth Finder Transducer: Located under the aft end of the starboard engine. Engine Cooling System Seawa- ter Intake Seacocks: Located in the engine room, forward of each engine.
  • Page 32 Chapter 2: Locations 391 Sedan • Owner’s Manual Engine Room: Access by lift- ing either the command bridge stairs or the floor hatch in the salon. Freshwater Fill Deck Fittings: Located on the aft end of the star- board deck trail.
  • Page 33 391 Sedan • Owner’s Manual Chapter 2: Locations Freshwater Pump: Located on top of the freshwater tank on the port side of the lazeratte. Freshwater Pump Switch: Located on the 110-volt AC master panel inside the salon cabinet above the tv. Freshwater Tanks: One is located on each side of the lazarette.
  • Page 34 Chapter 2: Locations 391 Sedan • Owner’s Manual Fuel Fill Deck Fittings: Located on the port and star- board corners of the aft deck. Fuel Shut-off Valves (Diesel Engines Only): Located on the fuel tanks. Fuel Tanks: Located on each side of the engine room.
  • Page 35 391 Sedan • Owner’s Manual Chapter 2: Locations Generator Seawater Intake Seacock (If Equipped): Located inside the lazarette floor hatch forward of the generator. Generator Seawater Strainer (If Equipped): Located inside the lazarette floor hatch forward of the generator. Heat Exchange Shut-off Valve (If Equipped): Located in the engine room, forward of the port engine.
  • Page 36 Chapter 2: Locations 391 Sedan • Owner’s Manual Holding Tank Monitor: Located inside the salon cabinet above the tv. Holding Tank Pump-out Deck Fit- ting (marked WASTE): Located on the port deck trail. Hydraulic Steering Fluid Fill: Located on the steering column at the upper helm.
  • Page 37 391 Sedan • Owner’s Manual Chapter 2: Locations Lazarette: Access the lazarette through the cockpit floor hatch. Macerator Underwater Discharge Sea- cock (If Equipped): Located in the forward area of the engine room bilge. Propane Tank (If Equipped): Located under the command bridge sink.
  • Page 38 Chapter 2: Locations 391 Sedan • Owner’s Manual Seawater Washdown Faucet: Located inside the inboard transom storage hatch. Seawater Washdown Intake Seacock: Located in the forward bilge area of the engine room. Seawater Washdown Pump Switch: Located on the 12-volt DC master panel inside the salon cabinet above the...
  • Page 39 391 Sedan • Owner’s Manual Chapter 2: Locations Shore Power Inlet(s): Located inside the outboard transom storage hatch. Spotlight: Located on the forward deck. Spotlight Control Panel: Located at the upper helm.
  • Page 40 Chapter 2: Locations 391 Sedan • Owner’s Manual Transom Shower: Located inside the inboard transom storage hatch. Trim Tab Hydraulic Fluid Reservoir & Pump: Located in the starboard aft corner of the lazarette.
  • Page 41 391 Sedan • Owner’s Manual Chapter 2: Locations Wall Vacuum Unit (If Equipped): • Located in the mid berth. • Access through the starboard wall hatch. Water Heater: • Located in the mid berth. • Access through the starboard wall hatch. Windlass Foot Controls: Located inside the anchor locker.

  • Page 42: Chapter 3: Propulsion & Related Systems Engines

    391 Sedan • Owner’s Manual Chapter 3: Propulsion & Related Systems Engines Read the engine operation and maintenance manuals before starting or working on the engines. Engine Cooling System CAUTION SYSTEM DAMAGE HAZARD! • Open the engine cooling system seacocks BEFORE starting the engines. •...

  • Page 43: Exhaust System

    391 Sedan • Owner’s Manual Chapter 3: Propulsion & Related Systems Exhaust System DANGER! CARBON MONOXIDE POISONING HAZARD! Leaking engine and/or generator exhaust is a source of dangerous carbon monoxide gas (CO). • Check ALL exhaust systems BEFORE each trip. •...

  • Page 44: Bilge Blower Systems

    Chapter 3: Propulsion & Related Systems 391 Sedan • Owner’s Manual Bilge Blower Systems WARNING! FIRE and EXPLOSION HAZARD! Fuel vapors can explode! BEFORE starting the engines: 1. Check the bilge areas for fuel vapors or leaking fuel. If you see leaking fuel or smell fuel vapors: a.

  • Page 45: Fuel System

    391 Sedan • Owner’s Manual 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. •...

  • Page 46: Fuel Fills & Vents

    Chapter 3: Propulsion & Related Systems 391 Sedan • Owner’s Manual Fuel Fills & Vents • Depending on engine type, the fuel fill deck fittings are marked either GAS or DIESEL. • If you have problems filling either fuel tank, see if the fuel fill hose or fuel tank vent hose is kinked or collapsed. •...

  • Page 47: Electronic Fuel Shut-Off Valves (Diesel Engines Only)

    391 Sedan • Owner’s Manual Chapter 3: Propulsion & Related Systems Electronic Fuel Shut-off Valves (Diesel Engines Only) • Your diesel engines are equipped with electronic fuel shut-off valves. • When you start your engines, the elec- tronic fuel shut-off valves open to allow fuel to the engines.

  • Page 48: Fuel Transfer Pump (Diesel Engines Only) (If Equipped)

    Chapter 3: Propulsion & Related Systems 391 Sedan • Owner’s Manual Fuel Transfer Pump (Diesel Engines Only) (If Equipped) CAUTION ENVIRONMENTAL HAZARD! • NEVER transfer fuel into a full (or nearly full) fuel tank. • Fuel transferred into a full tank may spill overboard through the tank venting system. The fuel transfer pump can be used to transfer fuel to a nearly empty tank or to...

  • Page 49: Oil Change System (If Equipped) (Diesel Engines Only)

    391 Sedan • Owner’s Manual Chapter 3: Propulsion & Related Systems Oil Change System (If Equipped) (Diesel Engines Only) • The oil change system makes it easier to drain and refill the engine and generator oil. • Read the oil change sys- tem instructions for information on the use of this system.

  • Page 50: Shaft-Transmission Alignment

    Chapter 3: Propulsion & Related Systems 391 Sedan • Owner’s Manual Shaft-Transmission Alignment CAUTION SYSTEM DAMAGE HAZARD! • If you suspect a shaft-transmission alignment problem, have a qualified mechanic inspect the alignment as soon as possible. • Continued use may lead to premature engine, transmission, shaft, shaft seal and/or hull damage! Alignment between the engine transmis- sion output shaft and the propeller is crit-...

  • Page 51: Chapter 4: Controls & Gauges Steering

    391 Sedan • Owner’s Manual Chapter 4: Controls & Gauges Steering Hydraulic Steering System • Your yacht features a hydraulic steering system. • Check the fluid level in the hydraulic steering reservoir at each helm every time you use your yacht. •...

  • Page 52: Autopilot (If Equipped)

    Chapter 4: Controls & Gauges 391 Sedan • Owner’s Manual Autopilot (If Equipped) WARNING! • NEVER leave the helm while the autopilot system is On! • A qualified operator MUST monitor the autopilot system at ALL times and keep a visual lookout for other marine traffic and other hazards.

  • Page 53: Trim Tabs

    391 Sedan • Owner’s Manual Chapter 4: Controls & Gauges Trim Tabs • Before using the trim tabs, read the trim tabs’ owner’s manual. • The trim tabs are controlled by two rocker switches at the helm. • Check and refill the trim tab hydraulic fluid reservoir...

  • Page 54: Gauges

    Chapter 4: Controls & Gauges 391 Sedan • Owner’s Manual 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.

  • Page 55: Chapter 5: Navigation & Communication Equipment

    391 Sedan • Owner’s Manual Chapter 5: Navigation & Communication Equipment Read the manuals for all navigation & communication equipment before using these systems. Compass NOTICE • Compass accuracy can be affected by many factors. • Have a qualified technician calibrate your compass. •...

  • Page 56: Radar (If Equipped)

    Chapter 5: Navigation & Communication Equipment 391 Sedan • Owner’s Manual Radar (If Equipped) WARNING! • Radar is meant to help the navigator, NOT replace him/her. • The operator is responsible for keeping a visual look-out for possible collision situations. •...

  • Page 57: Chapter 6: Plumbing

    391 Sedan • Owner’s Manual Chapter 6: Plumbing Bilge Pumps 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. • Your yacht has several bilge pumps for pumping water...

  • Page 58: Bilge Pump Testing

    Chapter 6: Plumbing 391 Sedan • Owner’s Manual Bilge Pump Testing • The bilge pumps are vital to the safety of your yacht. • Test the bilge pumps often to make sure they are working properly. 1. One at a time, turn On the bilge pump switches at the helm. 2.

  • Page 59: Seawater Systems

    391 Sedan • Owner’s Manual Chapter 6: Plumbing Seawater Systems Seacocks WARNING! FLOODING and SWAMPING HAZARD! • Close the seacock(s) when leaving your yacht unattended for any length of time. • If a seacock is left open, a hose failure could flood the bilge, swamp the batteries and the engines, and even sink your yacht.

  • Page 60: Seawater Washdown (If Equipped)

    Chapter 6: Plumbing 391 Sedan • Owner’s Manual Seawater Washdown (If Equipped) WARNING! FLOODING and SWAMPING HAZARD! • NEVER leave your yacht unattended while the seawater washdown system is running. • Any leak or break in this system may allow large amounts of water to flood the bilge, which could swamp the batteries and the engines, and even sink your yacht.

  • Page 61: Freshwater System

    391 Sedan • Owner’s Manual Chapter 6: Plumbing Freshwater System WARNING! • ONLY use safe drinking (potable) water in your yacht’s freshwater system. • ONLY use FDA approved "drinking water safe" hoses when filling the freshwater tank or connecting to city water. •...

  • Page 62: Transom Shower

    Chapter 6: Plumbing 391 Sedan • Owner’s Manual Transom Shower • Read the manufacturer’s instructions before using the transom shower for the first time. • To use the transom shower, your yacht must be connected to city water, or the freshwater pump switch must be turned On.

  • Page 63: Freshwater System Winterization

    391 Sedan • Owner’s Manual Chapter 6: Plumbing Freshwater System Winterization Turn On the freshwater pump switch. Open all of the faucets and showers and let the freshwater system drain completely. Turn Off the freshwater pump switch. All remaining water must be removed from the water lines. There are two ways to remove the remaining water from the lines: •...

  • Page 64: Water Heater

    Chapter 6: Plumbing 391 Sedan • Owner’s Manual Water Heater WARNING! SCALDING HAZARD! Water heated by the water heater can be hot enough to scald the skin. CAUTION WATER HEATER DAMAGE HAZARD! • Do NOT turn On the water heater electrical circuit on the 110-volt AC master panel until the water heater tank is COMPLETELY filled with water.

  • Page 65: Drain Systems

    391 Sedan • Owner’s Manual Chapter 6: Plumbing Drain Systems Deck Drains • Water on the deck is drained overboard through the deck drains. • Keep the deck drains free of debris. Drainage System (If Equipped) The sink drains, air con- ditioners, bilge pumps, and sump pump all drain into the drainage system.

  • Page 66: Sump Pump Drain System

    Chapter 6: Plumbing 391 Sedan • Owner’s Manual Sump Pump Drain System • The lower air conditioner system and showers drain into the sump pump box. • The sump pump box has an autofloat switch. • When the drain water rises to a preset level, the autofloat switch turns On the sump pump, and the drain water is pumped into the drainage system.

  • Page 67: Marine Head & Holding Tank

    391 Sedan • Owner’s Manual Chapter 6: Plumbing Marine Head & Holding Tank NOTICE Check with local authorities for regulations regarding the legal use of marine head systems. Vacuum Flush Head System • Read the vacuum flush head’s opera- tion and mainte- nance manual.

  • Page 68: Macerator (If Equipped)

    Chapter 6: Plumbing 391 Sedan • Owner’s Manual Macerator (If Equipped) To use the macerator to pump waste directly overboard (where regulations permit): 1. Open the underwater discharge valve. 2. Press both macerator switches at the same time to run the pump. 3.

  • Page 69: Chapter 7: Deck Equipment

    391 Sedan • Owner’s Manual Chapter 7: Deck Equipment Cleats WARNING! PERSONAL INJURY and/or PRODUCT or PROPERTY DAMAGE HAZARD! NEVER lift your yacht using the cleats. Carefully read the section on towing in the Cruiser & Yacht Owner’s Manual Supplement before towing anything behind your yacht or having your yacht towed by another vessel.

  • Page 70: Canvas & Vinyl Tops & Enclosures

    Chapter 7: Deck Equipment 391 Sedan • Owner’s Manual Canvas & Vinyl Tops & Enclosures CAUTION PRODUCT or PROPERTY DAMAGE HAZARD! Take down and securely stow ALL canvas & vinyl BEFORE your yacht is transported by road. NOTICE BEFORE cleaning and/or stowing your canvas or vinyl, read the sections later in this chapter, Canvas Care and Vinyl Care.

  • Page 71: Canvas Care

    391 Sedan • Owner’s Manual Chapter 7: Deck Equipment 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. •...

  • Page 72: Clear Vinyl Care (If Equipped)

    Chapter 7: Deck Equipment 391 Sedan • Owner’s Manual Clear Vinyl Care (If Equipped) 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. •...

  • Page 73: Chapter 8: Appliances & Entertainment Systems

    391 Sedan • Owner’s Manual Chapter 8: Appliances & Entertainment Systems NOTICE Always keep an approved ABC-type fire extinguisher in galley area. All appliances and entertainment systems installed on your yacht come with their own manuals. These manuals con- tain detailed instructions and important safeguards. Read these manuals before using your yacht’s appliances and entertainment systems.

  • Page 74: Propane Stove (If Equipped)

    Chapter 8: Appliances & Entertainment Systems 391 Sedan • Owner’s Manual Propane Stove (If Equipped) DANGER! CARBON MONOXIDE POISONING HAZARD! • The propane stove is a source of dangerous carbon monoxide gas (CO). • BEFORE using the propane stove, Open doors and windows to make sure there is enough fresh air for ventilation.

  • Page 75: Chapter 9: Lights

    391 Sedan • Owner’s Manual Chapter 9: Lights Care & Maintenance All of the lights installed on your yacht are of top quality, but you should be aware that failure may periodically occur for a variety of reasons: 1. There may be a blown fuse - replace the fuse. 2.

  • Page 76: Chapter 10: Air Conditioning & Heating

    391 Sedan • Owner’s Manual Chapter 10: Air Conditioning & Heating Air Conditioner (If Equipped) DANGER! CARBON MONOXIDE POISONING HAZARD! • Dangerous carbon monoxide gas (CO) can be brought into your yacht through the air conditioning system. • Read the Carbon Monoxide (CO) section of Chapter 1 in this Owner’s Manual.
  • Page 77 391 Sedan • Owner’s Manual Chapter 10: Air Conditioning & Heating • Read the air condi- tioner manual before using the air conditioning system. • Before using the air conditioning system, make sure the breakers on the 110-volt AC mas- ter panel are turned On and that the system’s sea-...

  • Page 78: Heat Exchanger Cabin Heat (If Equipped)

    Chapter 10: Air Conditioning & Heating 391 Sedan • Owner’s Manual Heat Exchanger Cabin Heat (If Equipped) Your yacht may feature a heat exchanger cabin heater. This heater runs directly off the port engine. Before using the heat exchanger cabin heater: 1.

  • Page 79: Chapter 11: Electrical Systems

    391 Sedan • Owner’s Manual Chapter 11: Electrical Systems DANGER! EXTREME FIRE, SHOCK and EXPLOSION HAZARD! • To minimize the risks of fire and explosion, NEVER install knife switches or other arcing devices in the fuel compartments. • NEVER substitute automotive parts for marine parts. Marine electrical, ignition, and fuel system parts were designed and manufactured to comply with rules and regulations that minimize risks of fire and explosion.

  • Page 80: 12-Volt Dc System

    Chapter 11: Electrical Systems 391 Sedan • Owner’s Manual 12-Volt DC System Batteries • The batteries supply electricity for lights, 12-volt accessories, engine starting and, if equipped, generator starting. • The Electrical section in Chapter 8 of the Cruiser & Yacht Owner’s Manual Supplement provides battery care and maintenance instructions.

  • Page 81: Emergency Battery Parallel Switch

    391 Sedan • Owner’s Manual Chapter 11: Electrical Systems Emergency Battery Parallel Switch • If an engine will not start because of a dead battery, the battery par- allel switch allows you to use the other batter- ies for engine starting. •...

  • Page 82: Fuses & Circuit Breakers

    Chapter 11: Electrical Systems 391 Sedan • Owner’s Manual Fuses & Circuit Breakers The fuses and circuit breakers for the engines and main accessory power are on the following panels (for the locations of these panels, see the Compo- nent Locations section in Chapter 2 of this Owner’s Manual): •...

  • Page 83: Battery Charger

    391 Sedan • Owner’s Manual Chapter 11: Electrical Systems Battery Charger CAUTION ENGINE and ELECTRICAL SYSTEM DAMAGE HAZARD! NEVER run your yacht’s engines and the battery charger at the same time. CAUTION • The battery charging systems (alternator and battery charger) installed on your yacht are designed to charge conventional lead-acid batteries.

  • Page 84: 110-Volt Ac System

    Chapter 11: Electrical Systems 391 Sedan • Owner’s Manual 110-Volt AC System WARNING! FIRE and ELECTRICAL SYSTEM DAMAGE HAZARD! If equipped with a generator, using both shore power and generator power at the same time WILL cause major electrical system damage and could start a fire! •...

  • Page 85: Shore Power

    391 Sedan • Owner’s Manual Chapter 11: Electrical Systems Shore Power DANGER! FIRE, EXPLOSION and SHOCK HAZARD! • Use ONLY compatible shore power connectors and NEVER alter the connectors. • Turn Off ALL breakers and switches on the 110-volt AC master panel BEFORE plugging in or unplugging the shore power cord.

  • Page 86: Connecting To Shore Power

    Chapter 11: Electrical Systems 391 Sedan • Owner’s Manual • Your yacht is equipped with two (2) 110-volt/30-amp shore power inlets or one (1) 220-volt/50-amp shore power inlet. • The 110-volt/30-amp shore power inlets provide 110-volt/30-amp power to each shore power master breaker. •...

  • Page 87: Parallel Switch (If Equipped With Dual Shore Power)

    391 Sedan • Owner’s Manual Chapter 11: Electrical Systems Parallel Switch (If Equipped with Dual Shore Power) NOTICE • When using the parallel switch do NOT exceed 30 total amps. • The amperage of each component breaker is shown on the breaker itself. •...
  • Page 88 Chapter 11: Electrical Systems 391 Sedan • Owner’s Manual • When your yacht is not connected to shore power, the generator can supply 110-volt/60-hertz power. • Before using the genera- tor, read the generator operation manual for pre-start checks and break-in procedures.

  • Page 89: Electrical Routings

    391 Sedan • Owner’s Manual Chapter 11: Electrical Systems Electrical Routings 12-Volt DC Deck Electrical Harnesses...

  • Page 90: 12-Volt Dc Hull Electrical System

    Chapter 11: Electrical Systems 391 Sedan • Owner’s Manual 12-Volt DC Hull Electrical System...

  • Page 91: 12-Volt Dc Command Bridge Electrical Harnesses

    391 Sedan • Owner’s Manual Chapter 11: Electrical Systems 12-Volt DC Command Bridge Electrical Harnesses...

  • Page 92: Battery Systems

    Chapter 11: Electrical Systems 391 Sedan • Owner’s Manual Battery Systems...

  • Page 93: 110-Volt Ac Electrical Harnesses

    391 Sedan • Owner’s Manual Chapter 11: Electrical Systems 110-Volt AC Electrical Harnesses...

  • Page 94: Wiring Diagrams

    Chapter 11: Electrical Systems 391 Sedan • Owner’s Manual Wiring Diagrams NOTICE The wiring diagrams were not available at time of printing. Periodically check http://www.meridianyachtparts.com/ for the updated manual.

  • Page 95: Important Records

    391 Sedan • Owner’s Manual Important Records Selling Dealer Plumbing Name Of Dealership Freshwater Tank Capacity Waste Holding Tank Capacity Address Key Numbers Phone/FAX/E-mail Cabin Ignition Sales Manager Other Other Service Manager Electronics Engines Manufacturer Model Name/Number Manufacturer Model Name/Number Serial Number Port Engine Serial Number Starboard Engine Serial Number...

  • Page 96: Float Plan

    391 Sedan • Owner’s Manual Float Plan Before leaving on each cruise, 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. Description of Yacht Persons Onboard Registration/Documentation Number...
  • Page 97 391 Sedan • Owner’s Manual Chapter 11: Electrical Systems Survival Equipment Trip Expectations Number of PFDs Flares (Yes/No) Mirror (Yes/No) Departing From Smoke Signals (Yes/No) Flashlight (Yes/No) Food (Yes/No) Departure Date Departure Time Water (Yes/No) Anchor (Yes/No) Raft/Dinghy (Yes/No) Stopover 1 Paddles (Yes/No) EPIRB (Yes/No) Other...
  • Page 98 Owner’s Notes...

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