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Bayliner Runabout 185 Owner's Manual

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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 prop- erty 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 4: Propulsion & Related Systems Dealer Service Engine Warranty Information Engine Room Ventilation System Boating Experience Fuel System Safety Standards 17 Fuel Fill and Vent Engine & Accessories Guidelines 17 Fuel Filters Engine & Accessories Literature Qualified Maintenance Chapter 5: Controls &...
  • Page 5 Chapter 8: Entertainment Systems Chapter 11: Electrical System Audio System 12-Volt DC System 39 Battery 39 Fuses and Circuit Breakers Chapter 9: Convertible Seats, 39 Alternator Beds, & Tables 39 12-Volt Accessory Outlet(s) Sleeper Seats (If Equipped - 185/205 Only) Electrical Routings 33 Operating Positions 40 185 &...
  • 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 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.

  • Page 7: Chapter 1: Welcome Aboard

    • Buy replacement parts from any authorized Bayliner dealer. Warranty Information • 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.

  • Page 8: Safety Standards

    Chapter 1: Welcome Aboard! 185, 205 & 225 • Owner’s Manual Supplement Safety Standards DANGER! FALLING and ROTATING PROPELLER HAZARD! NEVER allow anyone to ride on parts of the boat not designed for such use. • Sitting on seat backs, lounging on the forward deck, bow riding, gunwale riding or occupy- ing the transom platform while underway is especially hazardous and will cause personal injury or death.

  • Page 9: Engine & Accessories Literature

    185, 205 & 225 • Owner’s Manual Supplement Chapter 1: Welcome Aboard! Engine & Accessories Literature • The engine and accessories installed on your boat come with their own operation and maintenance manuals. • Read and understand these manuals before using the engine and accessories. •...

  • Page 10: Carbon Monoxide (Co)

    Chapter 1: Welcome Aboard! 185, 205 & 225 • 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. •...

  • Page 11: Where And How Co Can Accumulate

    185, 205 & 225 • Owner’s Manual Supplement Chapter 1: Welcome Aboard! Where and 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 12: Trip Checklist

    Chapter 1: Welcome Aboard! 185, 205 & 225 • Owner’s Manual Supplement 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. ❏...

  • Page 13: Chapter 2: Product Specifications

    185, 205 & 225 • Owner’s Manual Supplement Chapter 2: Product Specifications Overall Bridge Draft Draft (Drive Fuel Capacity Clearance Beam Length (Drive Up) Down) (gal.) 18' 1" 4' 0" 7' 8" 1' 8" 3' 0"...
  • Page 14 Chapter 2: Product Specifications 185, 205 & 225 • Owner’s Manual Supplement Overall Bridge Draft Draft (Drive Fuel Capacity Clearance Beam Length (Drive Up) Down) (gal.) 20' 1" 4' 1" 8' 0" 1' 7" 3' 1"...
  • Page 15 185, 205 & 225 • Owner’s Manual Supplement Chapter 2: Product Specifications Overall Bridge Draft Draft (Drive Fuel Capacity Freshwater Tank Beam Length Clearance (Drive Up) Down) (gal.) Capacity (gal.) 22' 1" 7' 4" 8' 6" 1' 6" 2' 9"...

  • Page 16: Chapter 3: Locations

    185, 205 & 225 • Owner’s Manual Supplement Chapter 3: Locations Exterior Views Hull Views BILGE PUMP DRAIN STARBOARD HULLSIDE BOW EYE DASH DRAIN PORT HULLSIDE TRANSOM STERN EYE STERN EYE GARBOARD DRAIN PLUG...

  • Page 17: Extended Swim Platform (If Equipped)

    185, 205 & 225 • Owner’s Manual Supplement Chapter 3: Locations Extended Swim Platform (If Equipped) EXTENDED SWIM PLATFORM...

  • Page 18: 185 Deck View

    Chapter 3: Locations 185, 205 & 225 • Owner’s Manual Supplement 185 Deck View GRAB HANDLES CLEAT BOW LIGHT CUPHOLDERS WALK-THROUGH SLEEPER SEAT LAYOUT WINDSHIELD CLEAT GRAB HANDLE SKI TOW RING ALL-AROUND LIGHT HORN (REMOVABLE) CLEAT BLOWER VENTS CLEAT GRAB HANDLE FUEL FILL/VENT DECK FITTING BOARDING LADDER GRAB HANDLES...
  • Page 19 185, 205 & 225 • Owner’s Manual Supplement Chapter 3: Locations 205 Deck View GRAB HANDLES CLEAT BOW LIGHT CUPHOLDERS CLEAT SLEEPER SEAT LAYOUT WALK-THROUGH WINDSHIELD GRAB HANDLE SKI TOW RING ALL-AROUND LIGHT HORN (REMOVABLE) CLEAT BLOWER VENTS CLEAT GRAB HANDLE FUEL FILL/VENT DECK FITTING BOARDING LADDER GRAB HANDLES...

  • Page 20: 225 Deck View

    Chapter 3: Locations 185, 205 & 225 • Owner’s Manual Supplement 225 Deck View GRAB HANDLES CLEAT BOW LIGHT WALK-THROUGH CLEAT WINDSHIELD ALL-AROUND LIGHT (REMOVABLE) SKI TOW RING FUEL FILL/VENT DECK FITTING HORN CLEAT BLOWER VENTS FRESHWATER FILL CLEAT DECK FITTING TRANSOM SHOWER FRESHWATER TANK VENT BOARDING LADDER...

  • Page 21: Component Locations

    185, 205 & 225 • Owner’s Manual Supplement Chapter 3: Locations Component Locations 12-Volt Accessory Outlet(s): • 185 & 205 - On the starboard side dash panel. • 225 - One next to the CD player and one on the starboard side next to the aft bench seat. Battery: On the port side of the engine compartment Bilge Pump: In the engine compartment, forward of the engine.

  • Page 22: Chapter 4: Propulsion & Related Systems

    185, 205 & 225 • Owner’s Manual Supplement Chapter 4: Propulsion & Related Systems Engine Be sure to read and understand the engine operation and maintenance manuals before starting or doing any mainte- nance on the engine. Engine Room Ventilation System WARNING! FIRE/EXPLOSION HAZARD •...

  • Page 23: Fuel System

    185, 205 & 225 • Owner’s Manual Supplement Chapter 4: 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 24: Chapter 5: Controls & Gauges

    185, 205 & 225 • Owner’s Manual Supplement Chapter 5: Controls & Gauges Steering • Refer to the engine manual for steering system details. Shift/Throttle Lever WARNING! LOSS OF CONTROL HAZARD! Improper maintenance of shift/throttle hardware may cause a sudden loss of control! •...

  • Page 25: Chapter 6: Plumbing

    185, 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. • Your boat is equipped with a bilge pump for pumping water out of the bilge.
  • Page 26 Chapter 6: Plumbing 185, 205 & 225 • Owner’s Manual Supplement Bilge Pump Testing • The bilge pump is critical to the safety of your boat. • Check the bilge pump often to make sure it is working. Test the pump as follows: BILGE PUMP COMPONENTS 1.

  • Page 27: Auto-Float Switch (225 Only)

    185, 205 & 225 • Owner’s Manual Supplement Chapter 6: Plumbing Auto-float Switch (225 Only) • The automatic bilge pump uses an electromagnetic float switch (auto-float) to turn on the pump whenever water rises above a preset level in the bilge. •...

  • Page 28: Freshwater Transom Shower

    Chapter 6: Plumbing 185, 205 & 225 • Owner’s Manual Supplement Freshwater Transom Shower (If Equipped - 225 Only) WARNING! • Only use safe drinking (potable) water in your boat’s freshwater system. • Only use a sanitary drinking water hose to fill the water tank or connect to city water. •...
  • Page 29 185, 205 & 225 • Owner’s Manual Supplement Chapter 6: Plumbing TRANSOM SHOWER FRESHWATER PUMP SWITCH • Read the Freshwater System section in the Sport Boat Owner’s Manual. • Your boat is equipped with a pressure type (demand) freshwater (potable) system. •...

  • Page 30: Chapter 7: Deck Equipment

    185, 205 & 225 • Owner’s Manual Supplement Chapter 7: Deck Equipment Cleats and Tow Eyes WARNING! PERSONAL INJURY and /or PRODUCT or PROPERTY DAMAGE HAZARD! • NEVER lift the boat using the bow and stern eyes or the cleats. Carefully read the section on towing in the Sport Boat Owner’s Manual before: •...

  • Page 31: Ski-Tow Tower (If Equipped)

    185, 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. •...

  • Page 32: Folding Ski-Tow Tower (205 & 225 Only)

    Chapter 7: Deck Equipment 185, 205 & 225 • Owner’s Manual Supplement Folding Ski-Tow Tower (205 & 225 Only) WARNING! PERSONAL INJURY and /or PRODUCT or PROPERTY DAMAGE HAZARD! • Folding or unfolding the ski-tow tower is a two person task. •...

  • Page 33: Canvas (If Equipped)

    185, 205 & 225 • Owner’s Manual Supplement Chapter 7: Deck Equipment Canvas (If Equipped) CAUTION PRODUCT or PROPERTY DAMAGE HAZARD! Take down and securely stow the canvas top or bimini top, side curtains, and slant back cover before transporting your boat by road. NOTICE Two people are needed to do the tasks listed below and on the following pages in this section.

  • Page 34: Side Curtains (If Equipped)

    Chapter 7: Deck Equipment 185, 205 & 225 • Owner’s Manual Supplement Side Curtains (If Equipped) 1. Snap the forward corner of the side curtain (A) to the windshield frame. 2. Working your way aft, alternately snap the top snaps to the canvas top and the bottom snaps to the windshield frame and deck.

  • Page 35: 185 Bimini Top (If Equipped)

    185, 205 & 225 • Owner’s Manual Supplement Chapter 7: Deck Equipment 185 Bimini Top (If Equipped) 1. Slide the swivel ends (A) of the main bow (B) over the pre-drilled holes in the windshield frames (C) and insert the pins (D). 2.

  • Page 36: 205/225 Bimini Top (If Equipped)

    Chapter 7: Deck Equipment 185, 205 & 225 • Owner’s Manual Supplement 205/225 Bimini Top (If Equipped) 1. Slide the swivel ends (A) of the main bow (B) over the aft pre-drilled holes in the windshield frames (C) and insert the pins (D). 2.

  • Page 37: Bow Cover (If Equipped)

    185, 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.

  • Page 38: Chapter 8: Entertainment Systems

    185, 205 & 225 • Owner’s Manual Supplement Chapter 8: Entertainment Systems Audio System NOTICE AM radio reception may be impaired anytime the engine is running. Read and understand the instruction manual for your boat’s audio system before using.

  • Page 39: Chapter 9: Convertible Seats, Beds, & Tables

    185, 205 & 225 • Owner’s Manual Supplement Chapter 9: Convertible Seats, Beds, & Tables Sleeper Seats (If Equipped - 185/205 Only) • 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 40: Jump Seat To Sunlounge Conversion (If Equipped - 185/205 Only)

    Chapter 9: Convertible Seats, Beds, & Tables 185, 205 & 225 • Owner’s Manual Supplement Jump Seat To Sunlounge Conversion (If Equipped - 185/205 Only) DANGER! PERSONAL SAFETY HAZARD! DO NOT allow anyone to ride the aft sunlounge cushions while underway or any- time the engine is running.

  • Page 41: Passenger Seat To Lounge Conversion (225 Only)

    185, 205 & 225 • Owner’s Manual Supplement Chapter 9: Convertible Seats, Beds, & Tables Passenger Seat to Lounge Conversion (225 Only) PASSENGER SEAT POSITION LOUNGE POSITION 1. Remove the forward seat bottom (A) by lifting and pulling the forward edge. 2.
  • Page 42 Chapter 9: Convertible Seats, Beds, & Tables 185, 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. Removing the Table Leg 1.

  • Page 43: Chapter 10: Lights

    185, 205 & 225 • Owner’s Manual Supplement Chapter 10: Lights Care and 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.

  • Page 44: Chapter 11: Electrical System

    185, 205 & 225 • Owner’s Manual Supplement Chapter 11: Electrical System DANGER! EXTREME FIRE, SHOCK & EXPLOSION HAZARD! • To minimize the risks of fire and explosion, NEVER install knife switches or other arcing devices in the fuel compartments. •...

  • Page 45: 12-Volt Dc System

    185, 205 & 225 • Owner’s Manual Supplement Chapter 11: Electrical System 12-Volt DC System Battery The battery supplies electricity for lights, accessories, and engine starting. The Electrical section of Chapter 8, in the Sport Boat Owner’s Manual, provides battery care and maintenance instructions.

  • Page 46: Electrical Routings

    Chapter 11: Electrical System 185, 205 & 225 • Owner’s Manual Supplement Electrical Routings 185 & 205 Deck Electrical Harness NOTE: VIEW IS UNDERSIDE OF DECK BOW LIGHT HORN STEREO 12 VOLT OUTLET DASH HARNESS SPEAKER SPEAKER TRIM/TILT SWITCH IN SHIFT/THROTTLE LEVER ENGINE PLUG ALL AROUND LIGHT...

  • Page 47: 225 Deck Electrical Harness

    185, 205 & 225 • Owner’s Manual Supplement Chapter 11: Electrical System 225 Deck Electrical Harness NOTE: VIEW IS UNDERSIDE OF DECK BOW LIGHT SPEAKER SPEAKER FUSE BLOCK CD CHANGER (IF EQUIPPED) HORN CD STEREO DASH HARNESS SHIFTER 12 VOLT OUTLET 12 VOLT OUTLET &...

  • Page 48: Hull Electrical Harness

    Chapter 11: Electrical System 185, 205 & 225 • Owner’s Manual Supplement Hull Electrical Harness NOTE: VIEW IS UNDERSIDE OF DECK ENGINE PLUG BILGE PUMP FUEL TANK SENDER...

  • Page 49: Wiring Diagrams

    185, 205 & 225 • Owner’s Manual Supplement Chapter 11: Electrical System Wiring Diagrams 185 & 205...
  • Page 50 Chapter 11: Electrical System 185, 205 & 225 • Owner’s Manual Supplement...

  • Page 51: Important Records

    185, 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 Service Manager Serial Number Engine Manufacturer Model Name/Number Manufacturer Model Name/Number Serial Number Engine Serial Number Manufacturer Model Name/Number...

  • Page 52: Float Plan

    185, 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. Description of Boat Persons on Board Registration/Documentation Number...
  • Page 53 185, 205 & 225 • Owner’s Manual Supplement Float Plan Survival Equipment Trip Expectations Marine Radio (Yes/No) Type Frequencies Departing From Number of PFDs Flares (Yes/No) Mirror (yes or no) Departure Date Departure Time Smoke Signals (Yes/No) Flashlight (Yes/No) Food (Yes/No) Stopover 1 Water (Yes/No) Anchor (Yes/No)
  • Page 54 Owner’s Notes...
  • Page 56 Part Number 1757235 Bayliner • P.O. Box 9029 • Everett, WA 98206 • 360-435-5571...

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