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CONTENTS Chapter 1: Welcome Aboard! Controls Power Trim and Tilt Dimensions & Tank Capacities Trim Tabs Layout View Propulsion Engine Dealer Service Engine Access Warranty Information Engine Room Ventilation System Automatic Fire Extinguishing System Boating Experience (If Equipped) Safety Standards Fuel System Fuel Filters Engine &...
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Chapter 3: Electrical Routings Hull Wire Harness Routings Direct Current Electrical System Alternating Current Electrical System Deck Wire Harness Routings Direct Current Electrical System Battery Cable Routings Battery System, Single Engine (If Equipped) Battery System, Twin Engines (If Equipped) Chapter 4: Wiring Schematics Single Engine Electrical System Twin Engine Electrical System (If Equipped) 12 Volt DC Electrical System...
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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 follow ALL safety instructions. DANGER! This box alerts you to immediate hazards which WILL cause severe personal injury or death if the warning is ignored.
• Buy replacement parts from any authorized Maxum dealer. Warranty Information • Maxum offers a Limited Warranty on each new Maxum purchased through an authorized Maxum dealer. • A copy of the Limited Warranty was included in your owner’s packet.
Chapter 1: Welcome Aboard! Boating Experience WARNING! CONTROL HAZARD! A qualified operator must be in control of the 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, make sure that you obtain handling and operating experience before assuming command of the boat.
Chapter 1: Welcome Aboard! Engine & Accessory Guidelines NOTICE When storing your boat please refer to your engine’s operation and maintenance manuals. • Your boat’s engines and accessories were selected to provide optimum performance and service. • Installing different engines or other accessories may cause unwanted handling characteristics. •...
Chapter 1: Welcome Aboard! Special Care For Moored Boats NOTICE • To help seal the hull bottom and reduce the possibility of gelcoat blistering on moored boats, apply an epoxy barrier coating. The barrier coating should be covered with several coats of anti-fouling paint.
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.
Chapter 1: Welcome Aboard! Where and How CO Can Accumulate Stationary Conditions That Increase CO Accumulations Include: A. Using engine, generator, or other fuel burning device when boat is moored in a confined B. Mooring too close to another boat that is using its space.
Chapter 1: Welcome Aboard! 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. ❏...
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 & Yacht Council, Association (NMMA) Inc.
Chapter 1: Welcome Aboard! Boat Lifting WAR NING! PERSONAL INJURY and /or PRODUCT OR PROPERTY DAMAGE HAZARD! • Lifting slings may slip on the hull. Avoid serious injury or death by securing the slings together before lifting. CAUTION! PRODUCT OR PROPERTY DAMAGE HAZARD! •...
Chapter 2: Components/Systems Navigation & Communication Equipment The owner’s packet contains manuals for all navigation & communication equipment installed on your boat. Thor- oughly read and understand these manuals before using these systems for the first time and observe the following: VHF Radio Your boat may include a VHF (Very High Frequency) radio.
Chapter 2: Components/Systems Lighting Navigation and Interior Lights CAUTION! • Avoid the storage of gear where it would block navigation lights from view. • Be conservative in the use of battery power. Prolonged usage of cabin interior lights (over- night) will result in a drained battery. Read and understand the navigation light section of the Cruiser &...
Chapter 2: Components/Systems Controls Power Trim and Tilt The stern drive on your boat TRIM/TILT GAUGE is equipped with power trim and tilt. Trim and tilt instructions are SHIFTER/THROTTLE provided in the engine opera- CONTROL LEVEL tion manual, included in your owner’s packet.
Chapter 2: Components/Systems Propulsion Engine The owner’s packet contains detailed engine operation and maintenance manuals. Be sure to read and understand these manuals before using or performing maintenance to the engine. Engine Access The engine compartment can be accessed through the aft cockpit engine hatch. Engine Room Ventilation System The bilge blower removes fumes from the engine compartment and draws fresh air into the compartment through the deck vents.
Chapter 2: Components/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. • The fueling instructions in the Cruiser & Yacht Owner’s Manual and the fuel recommenda- tions in the engine operation manual must be followed.
Chapter 2: Components/Systems Freshwater System Your boat features a pressure-demand freshwater (potable) VIEW OF GALLEY system. This system works when the water pump switch in the galley is in the On position (see photo at right). GALLEY FAUCET • The water pump’s DC breaker must be turned On for the freshwater system to work.
Chapter 2: Components/Systems Freshwater System Winterization CAUTION! WATER SYSTEM DAMAGE HAZARD! Never blow compressed air through the water system when all of the faucets are Closed. 1. Turn On the water system switch. 2. Open all of the faucets and showers and let the water system drain completely. 3.
Chapter 2: Components/Systems Transom Shower AFT COCKPIT & TRANSOM AREA Your boat is equipped with a freshwater transom shower. It is located in the aft cockpit, just inside the transom entry door (see photo on right). The water pump TRANSOM SHOWER switch MUST be turned On before using the transom shower.
Chapter 2: Components/Systems 110-Volt Water Heater WARNING! SCALDING HAZARD! Water heated by the water heater can reach temperatures hot enough to scald the skin. CAUTION ! WATER HEATER DAMAGE HAZARD! • DO NOT turn On the AC water heater electrical circuit until the heater is completely filled with water.
Chapter 2: Components/Systems Gray Water Drain Systems Gray water (water from sinks and showers) above the waterline is gravity drained overboard, while gray water below the waterline is pumped overboard using a sump pump. SUMP PUMP SHOWER SHOWER DRAIN DRAIN THRU-HULL The sump box (A, above), containing the shower sump pump, float switch, and filter is located under the galley floor hatch.
Chapter 2: Components/Systems Marine Head with Holding Tank Your boat comes equipped with a marine head (toilet) and waste holding tank system. Read the manufacturer’s instructions and maintenance manual (included in your boat’s owner’s packet). • The marine head installed on your boat uses seawater to flush waste from the toilet. The seawater intake valve (seacock) is located below the middle entry step.
Chapter 2: Components/Systems Vacuflush Head System (If Equipped) The vacuflush head system uses freshwater and a vacuum generator to flush waste from the toilet into the holding tank. The holding tank is plumbed to a waste fitting on the deck for dockside pump-out. Vacuflush System Routing VACUUM PUMP...
Chapter 2: Components/Systems Seawater Systems Seacocks A seacock is a valve, controlled by a 90º lever, used to manage SEAWATER INTAKE VALVE (SEACOCK) the intake of seawater through the hull and below the water COMPONENTS (TYPICAL) line. Seacocks are typically used on your boat in the following seawater intake systems: 90 DEGREE SEACOCK (TYPICAL)
Chapter 2: Components/Systems Bilge Pumps AFT BILGE PUMP THRU-HULL FORWARD BILGE PUMP THRU-HULL & FLOAT SWITCH & FLOAT SWITCH • Your boat features two automatic impeller-type bilge pumps which are used to pump water out of the bilge. • The bilge pumps are controlled by automatic float switches (autofloat switches) and/or switches at the helm. •...
Chapter 2: Components/Systems Bilge Pump Testing Bilge pumps are critical to the safety of your boat. Check the bilge pumps often to make sure they are working. Individually test each pump as follows: BILGE PUMP 1. Turn On bilge pump switch at helm. COMPONENTS 2.
Chapter 2: Components/Systems Air Conditioner & Heater (If Equipped) DANGER! CARBON MONOXIDE POISONING HAZARD! Dangerous carbon monoxide gas (CO) can be brought into the boat through the air conditioning system. CAUTION! SYSTEM DAMAGE HAZARD! The air conditioning system’s seacock must be OPENED before turning On the air conditioner and must remain Open during the running of this system.
Chapter 2: Components/Systems Appliances All appliances installed on your boat come with their own manuals. These manuals contain detailed instructions and important safeguards. Thoroughly read and understand these manuals before using your boat’s appliances. • Make sure the AC breaker is turned On for the appliance you wish to use. NOTICE Always keep an approved ABC-type fire extinguisher in galley area.
Chapter 2: Components/Systems Alcohol/Electric Stove (If Equipped) Your boat may be equipped with an alcohol/electric stove. DANGER! CARBON MONOXIDE POISONING HAZARD! • The alcohol stove is a source of dangerous carbon monoxide gas (CO). • BEFORE using the alcohol stove, open doors and windows to make sure there is enough fresh air for ventilation.
Chapter 2: Components/Systems DC Electrical System Your boat is equipped with a 12 volt DC (direct current) system. The DC breaker panel is located at the helm just below the ignition panel. Circuit Breakers and Fuses Circuit breakers and fuses for engines, main accessory power and windlass power are at the helm station. Some equipment, such as depth finders and shower pumps, may have secondary fuse protection at the unit.
Chapter 2: Components/Systems Battery Switches BATTERY SWITCHES ARE LOCATED IN THE FORWARD ENGINE ROOM • A separate rotary battery switch is provided for each battery installed BATTERY on your boat. Battery switches are located in the forward CHARGER engine room. •...
Chapter 2: Components/Systems 120 Volt AC System DANGER! FIRE, EXPLOSION & SHOCK HAZARD! • DO NOT alter shore power connectors and use only compatible connectors. • Before connecting or disconnecting the shore power cord to your boat, make sure all break- ers and switches on the AC master panel are turned Off.
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Chapter 2: Components/Systems CAUTI ON! WATER HEATER DAMAGE HAZARD! Do not turn On the water heater circuit breaker until the heater tank is COMPLETELY filled with water. • The tank is full if water flows from the tap when the hot water is turned On in the galley. •...
Chapter 2: Components/Systems Connecting To Shore Power SHORE POWER INLET(S) (2ND INLET IF EQUIPPED WITH DUAL SHORE POWER) AC PANEL - SINGLE SHORE POWER DOCKSIDE MASTER POLARITY LIGHT AC VOLTMETER ACCESSORY - 20 AMPS RECEPTACLES - 15 AMPS RANGE - 20 AMPS WATER HEATER - 15 AMPS REFRIGERATOR - 5 AMPS MICROWAVE - 20 AMPS...
Chapter 2: Components/Systems Generator Power (If Equipped) Your boat may come equipped with a generator. Before using your generator, read the generator instructions manual for information on pre-start checks, break-in procedures and detailed instructions. DANGER! CARBON MONOXIDE POISONING HAZARD! • Generators are a source of dangerous carbon monoxide gas (CO). Check the generator exhaust system for leaks before each use.
Chapter 3: Electrical Routings Hull Wire Harness Routings Direct Current Electrical System AIR CONDITIONER BATTERY FUEL ELECTRICAL WATER MARINE HEAD PUMP CHARGER TANK PANEL STEREO PUMP REFRIGERATOR BATTERY SWITCH TRIM/TILT PUMP ENGINE PLUG BLOWER MOTOR MACERATOR AFT BILGE AUTOMATIC FIRE MARINE FORWARD BILGE SUMP PUMP...
Chapter 3: Electrical Routings Deck Wire Harness Routings Direct Current Electrical System NOTE: VIEW IS UNDERSIDE OF DECK HORN WINDLASS CONTROLS NAVIGATION NAVIGATION LIGHT LIGHT SPEAKERS OVERHEAD OVERHEAD LIGHTS LIGHTS HEAD LIGHTS LIGHT SWITCHES WIPER DIRECT CURRENT PANEL DASH SHIFT/THROTTLE LEVER SWITCHES RADAR WING...
Important Records Selling Dealer Plumbing Name Of Dealership Fresh Water 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 Oil Type/SAE Quarts per Engine...
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...
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Float Plan Survival Equipment Trip Expectations Number of PFDs Flares (Yes/No) Mirror (yes or 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 Arrive No Later Than: Date Arrive No Later Than: Time...