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  • Page 3: Engine Serial Number

    This document discloses subject matter in which Bayliner has proprietary rights. The information and design disclosed herein were originated by and are the property of Bayliner. Neither receipt nor possession thereof confers or transfers any right to reproduce, copy, alter or disclose the document or any part thereof, any information contained therein, or to construct boats or any item from it, except by written permission from or written agreement with Bayliner.

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    CONTENTS Chapter 1: Welcome Aboard! Chapter 3: Propulsion & Related Systems Dimensions & Tank Capacities 1 Engine 26 Dealer Service 1 Bilge Blower System 26 Warranty Information 1 Fuel System 27 Fuel Fill & Vent 28 Boating Experience 2 Fuel Filters 28 Engine &...
  • Page 5 Chapter 6: Deck Equipment Chapter 9: Lights Cleats & Bow/Stern Eyes 38 Care & Maintenance 48 Ski-Tow Ring 38 Interior & Exterior Lights 48 Canvas & Vinyl Tops & Enclosures 39 Navigation Lights 48 Convertible Top 39 Chapter 10: Electrical System Bimini Top (If Equipped) 40 Vinyl Curtains (If Equipped) 41 12-Volt DC System 50...
  • 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

    • 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.

  • Page 8: Boating Experience

    Chapter 1: Welcome Aboard! 212 • Owner’s Manual Supplement Boating Experience WARNING! CONTROL HAZARD! A qualified operator MUST be in control of your boat at ALL times. Do NOT operate your boat while under the influence of alcohol or drugs. If this is your first boat or if you are changing to a type of boat you are not familiar with, for your own comfort and safety, get handling and operating experience before assuming command of your boat.

  • Page 9: Propeller

    Refer to the engine manual for engine RPM ratings. The engine should reach, but not exceed its full rated RPM when full-throttle is applied. Immediately contact your local Bayliner dealer if: • The engine cannot reach its full rated RPM when full-throttle is applied, or;...

  • Page 10: Safety Standards

    Chapter 1: Welcome Aboard! 212 • Owner’s Manual Supplement 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.

  • Page 11: Special Care For Moored Boats

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

  • Page 12: Carbon Monoxide (Co)

    Chapter 1: Welcome Aboard! 212 • Owner’s Manual Supplement 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 13: Where & How Co Can Accumulate

    212 • 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 ing device when boat is moored in a con- using its engine, generator, or other fuel fined space.

  • Page 14: Co Checklists

    Chapter 1: Welcome Aboard! 212 • 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. When docked, or rafted with another boat, be aware of exhaust emissions from the other boat.

  • Page 15: More Information

    212 • Owner’s Manual Supplement Chapter 1: Welcome Aboard! 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 16: Warnings & Warning Labels

    Chapter 1: Welcome Aboard! 212 • Owner’s Manual Supplement Warnings & Warning Labels NOTE: LABELS SHOWN ON NEXT PAGE PN 1705524 SUNLOUNGE WARNING PN 1706140 QUALIFIED OPERATOR PN 1704245 USE UNLEADED FUEL ONLY PN 1693520 CO WARNING PN 1703701 EXPLOSIVE FUEL WARNING PN 1780621 ENTRY DOOR WARNING PN 1703700 BOARDING LADDER WARNING 10 PN 1703581 EMERGENCY SHUTDOWN...
  • Page 17 212 • Owner’s Manual Supplement Chapter 1: Welcome Aboard! CARBON MONOXIDE HAZARD. KEEP CLOSED WHEN RUNNING ENGINE OR GENERATOR. 1693520...

  • Page 18: Chapter 2: Locations

    212 • Owner’s Manual Supplement Chapter 2: Locations Exterior Views Hull Views ANCHOR LOCKER DRAIN DECK DRAINS STARBOARD HULLSIDE BOW EYE BILGE PUMP DRAIN DECK DRAIN COCKPIT SINK DRAIN PORT HULLSIDE DECK DRAINS SWIM PLATFORM EXTENSION (IF EQUIPPED) TRANSOM BOARDING LADDER STERN EYE STERN EYE...

  • Page 19: Deck Views

    212 • Owner’s Manual Supplement Chapter 2: Locations Deck Views GREEN RUNNING LIGHT CLEAT ANCHOR ROLLER BOW HATCH ANCHOR LOCKER STANDARD SEATING RUNNING LIGHT CLEAT ALL-ROUND LIGHT VENTED FUEL FILL DECK FITTING CLEAT CLEAT BOARDING LADDERS GRAB HANDLE CLEAT GREEN RUNNING SKI TOW RING LIGHT...

  • Page 20: Helm

    Chapter 2: Locations 212 • Owner’s Manual Supplement Helm NOTE: TYPICAL HELM LAYOUT SHOWN. ACTUAL LAYOUT MAY VARY DEPENDING ON ENGINE AND ACCESSORY OPTIONS. TEMPERATURE SPEEDOMETER TRIM & TILT TACHOMETER OIL PRESSURE FUEL ANCHOR LIGHT VOLTMETER NAVIGATION LIGHT DEPTH FINDER (IF EQUIPPED) HORN STEREO...

  • Page 21: Component Locations

    212 • Owner’s Manual Supplement Chapter 2: Locations Component Locations 12-Volt DC Accessory Outlets (2 Total): • One is located at the helm. 12-VOLT DC OUTLET • One is located next to the cockpit sink. 12-VOLT DC OUTLET 12-Volt DC Fuse Block: •...
  • Page 22 Chapter 2: Locations 212 • Owner’s Manual Supplement Battery: • Standard Seating: Located under the port jump seat. BATTERY • Sport Seating: Located on the port side of the engine compartment. BATTERY...
  • Page 23 212 • Owner’s Manual Supplement Chapter 2: Locations Bilge Pump: Located in the engine compartment bilge. STANDARD SEATING BILGE PUMP SPORT SEATING BILGE PUMP Blower Switch: Located on the helm switch panel. BLOWER SWITCH...
  • Page 24 Chapter 2: Locations 212 • Owner’s Manual Supplement CO Monitor: Located on the starboard aft wall in the v-berth. CO MONITOR Depth Finder Transducer: Located in the engine compartment bilge, forward STANDARD SEATING of the engine. TRANSDUCER SPORT SEATING TRANSDUCER...
  • Page 25 212 • Owner’s Manual Supplement Chapter 2: Locations Freshwater Pump (If Equipped): • Standard Seating: Located under the starboard jump seat. FRESHWATER PUMP • Sport Seating: Located on the starboard side of the engine compartment. FRESHWATER PUMP Freshwater Pump Switch (If Equipped): Located on the helm switch panel.
  • Page 26 Chapter 2: Locations 212 • Owner’s Manual Supplement Freshwater Tank (If Equipped): • Standard Seating: Located under the starboard jump seat. FRESHWATER TANK • Sport Seating: Located on the starboard side of the engine compartment. FRESHWATER TANK...
  • Page 27 212 • Owner’s Manual Supplement Chapter 2: Locations Freshwater Fill Deck Fitting (marked WATER) (If Equipped): • Standard Seating: Located in the starboard transom hatch. FRESHWATER FILL DECK FITTING • Sport Seating: Located in the starboard aft deck hatch. FRESHWATER FILL DECK FITTING...
  • Page 28 Chapter 2: Locations 212 • Owner’s Manual Supplement Fuel Tank: • Standard Seating: Located in the engine compartment. FUEL TANK • Sport Seating: Located in the engine compartment. FUEL TANK Fuel Fill Deck Fitting (marked GAS): Located on the starboard aft deck, above the swim platform.
  • Page 29 212 • Owner’s Manual Supplement Chapter 2: Locations Navigation Lights: • Red and green running lights at the bow. RED RUNNING LIGHT GREEN RUNNING LIGHT • White all-round light on the aft deck. ALL-ROUND LIGHT Portable Toilet: Located in the v-berth. PORTABLE TOILET...
  • Page 30 Chapter 2: Locations 212 • Owner’s Manual Supplement Transom Shower (If Equipped): Located in the starboard transom STANDARD SEATING hatch. TRANSOM SHOWER SPORT SEATING TRANSOM SHOWER...
  • Page 31 212 • Owner’s Manual Supplement Chapter 2: Locations Trim & Tilt Pump: Located on the port side of the engine STANDARD SEATING compartment. TRIM & TILT PUMP SPORT SEATING TRIM & TILT PUMP...

  • Page 32: Chapter 3: Propulsion & Related Systems Engine

    212 • Owner’s Manual Supplement Chapter 3: Propulsion & Related Systems Engine Read the engine operation and maintenance manuals before starting or working on the engine. Bilge Blower System WARNING! FIRE and EXPLOSION HAZARD! Fuel vapors can explode! BEFORE starting the engine: 1.

  • Page 33: Fuel System

    212 • 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. •...

  • Page 34: Fuel Fill & Vent

    Chapter 3: Propulsion & Related Systems 212 • Owner’s Manual Supplement Fuel Fill & Vent • The fuel fill deck fitting is marked GAS. • If you have problems filling the fuel tank, see if the fuel fill hose or fuel tank vent hose is kinked or collapsed. •...

  • Page 35: Quick Oil Drain System

    212 • 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. NOTE: This is not the only method for changing your oil.

  • Page 36: Chapter 4: Controls & Gauges

    212 • 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. • Boat steering is not self-centering. •...

  • Page 37: Gauges

    212 • 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.

  • Page 38: Compass (If Equipped)

    Chapter 4: Controls & Gauges 212 • Owner’s Manual Supplement Compass (If Equipped) NOTICE • Compass accuracy can be affected by many factors. • Have a qualified technician calibrate your compass. • Make sure the technician gives you a deviation card which shows the corrections to apply in navigational calculations.

  • Page 39: Chapter 5: Plumbing

    212 • Owner’s Manual Supplement Chapter 5: 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. • Your boat has a bilge pump for pumping water out of THRU-HULL DRAIN the bilge.

  • Page 40: Bilge Pump Testing

    Chapter 5: Plumbing 212 • 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. 2. Make sure that water in the bilge is pumped overboard. •...

  • Page 41: Freshwater System (If Equipped)

    212 • Owner’s Manual Supplement Chapter 5: Plumbing Freshwater System (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. • NEVER use common garden hoses for drinking water. •...

  • Page 42: Freshwater System Winterization

    Chapter 5: Plumbing 212 • Owner’s Manual Supplement 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. 2.

  • Page 43: Drain Systems

    212 • Owner’s Manual Supplement Chapter 5: Plumbing Drain Systems Deck Drains • Water on the deck is drained overboard through the deck drains. • Keep the deck drains free of debris. Gray Water Gravity Drains The cockpit sink drain is above the waterline and are gravity drained overboard. Portable Toilet NOTICE Check with local authorities for regulations regarding the legal use of marine head systems.

  • Page 44: Chapter 6: Deck Equipment

    212 • Owner’s Manual Supplement Chapter 6: Deck Equipment Cleats & Bow/Stern Eyes WARNING! PERSONAL INJURY and/or PRODUCT or PROPERTY DAMAGE HAZARD! NEVER lift your boat using the bow/stern eyes or the cleats. Read the section on towing in the Sport Boat Owner’s Manual before: •...

  • Page 45: Canvas & Vinyl Tops & Enclosures

    212 • Owner’s Manual Supplement Chapter 6: Deck Equipment Canvas & Vinyl Tops & Enclosures 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 or vinyl, read the sections later in this chapter, Canvas Care and Vinyl Care.

  • Page 46: Bimini Top (If Equipped)

    Chapter 6: Deck Equipment 212 • Owner’s Manual Supplement Bimini Top (If Equipped) 1. On each side, unscrew the slider bolt from the slider. 2. Thread the slider bolts through the end eyes of the main bow and screw the bolts back into the sliders.

  • Page 47: Vinyl Curtains (If Equipped)

    212 • Owner’s Manual Supplement Chapter 6: Deck Equipment Vinyl Curtains (If Equipped) NOTICE When taking down the vinyl curtains, avoid socket/stud problems by using the following method to unfasten the curtain sockets from the studs on the convertible top: •...

  • Page 48: Canvas Care

    Chapter 6: Deck Equipment 212 • 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. •...

  • Page 49: Clear Vinyl Care

    212 • Owner’s Manual Supplement Chapter 6: 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. •...

  • Page 50: Chapter 7: Entertainment Systems

    212 • Owner’s Manual Supplement Chapter 7: 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.

  • Page 51: Chapter 8: Convertible Seats, Beds, & Tables

    212 • Owner’s Manual Supplement Chapter 8: Convertible Seats, Beds, & Tables Sleeper Seats (If Equipped) • The sleeper seats can be adjusted fore and aft in the upright, operating position. • The seat bottoms adjust into backrests when the seats are in the lounge position. Operating Positions To slide the seat forward: 1.

  • Page 52: V-Berth Conversion

    Chapter 8: Convertible Seats, Beds, & Tables 212 • Owner’s Manual Supplement V-berth Conversion 1. Place the filler boards (A) so that they fit securely on the edge lips at the front of the v- berth cushions. 2. Remove the aft seat-back cushions (B) and place them on top of the filler boards.

  • Page 53: Jump Seat To Sunlounge Conversion

    212 • Owner’s Manual Supplement Chapter 8: Convertible Seats, Beds, & Tables Jump Seat to Sunlounge Conversion DANGER! PERSONAL SAFETY HAZARD! NEVER allow anyone to occupy the aft sunlounge cushions when the engine is running. 1. Remove the jump seats (A) by sliding them forward. 2.

  • Page 54: Chapter 9: Lights

    212 • Owner’s Manual Supplement Chapter 9: 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. There may be a blown fuse - replace the fuse. 2.

  • Page 55: Chapter 10: Electrical System

    212 • Owner’s Manual Supplement Chapter 10: Electrical System 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 compartment. • 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 56: 12-Volt Dc System

    Chapter 10: Electrical System 212 • Owner’s Manual Supplement 12-Volt DC System Battery • The battery supplies electricity for lights, 12-volt accessories and engine starting. • The Electrical section of Chapter 8 in the Sport Boat Owner’s Manual provides battery care and maintenance instructions.

  • Page 57: Electrical Routings

    212 • Owner’s Manual Supplement Chapter 10: Electrical System Electrical Routings 12-Volt DC Deck Harnesses STARBOARD PORT RUNNING RUNNING LIGHT LIGHT SPEAKER SPEAKER CABIN LIGHTS CO MONITOR HORN 12-VOLT DC OUTLET FUSE BLOCK SHIFT/THROTTLE SPEAKER COURTESY LIGHT SPEAKER COURTESY LIGHT FRESHWATER PUMP ENGINE PLUG FUEL FILL...

  • Page 58: Battery Cable Routing

    Chapter 10: Electrical System 212 • Owner’s Manual Supplement Battery Cable Routing NOTES: NEGATIVE POSITIVE BATTERY CABLES ARE RED POSITIVE NEGATIVE BATTERY CABLES ARE YELLOW TO ENGINE BATTERY 110-Volt AC Hull Harness FUEL LEVEL SENDER BILGE PUMP HARNESS PLUG BILGE BLOWER...

  • Page 59: Wiring Diagram

    212 • Owner’s Manual Supplement Chapter 10: Electrical System Wiring Diagram...

  • Page 60: Important Records

    212 • 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 Engine Serial Number Manufacturer Model Name/Number Serial Number...

  • Page 61: Float Plan

    212 • 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. Description of Boat Persons Onboard Registration/Documentation Number...
  • Page 62 Chapter 10: Electrical System 212 • 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) Food (Yes/No) Stopover 1 Water (Yes/No) Anchor (Yes/No) Raft/Dinghy (Yes/No)
  • Page 64 Part Number 1816135 Bayliner • P.O. Box 9029 • Everett, WA 98206 • 360-435-5571...

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