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– or if it does not meet your expectations at any time during your ownership experience – please contact your Four Winns Dealer or our customer service department. In the event they are unable to assist you, or if you do not receive the response you expect, I invite you to contact me directly.
Preface Congratulations.on.your.new.boat.purchase.and.welcome.to.our.boating.family! We.want.your.boating.experience.to.be.the.most.enjoyable.possible..The.more.you.know.about.your.new.boat,. the.more.you’ll.enjoy.the.time.you.spend.aboard..That’s.why.we.prepared.this.manual..It’s.your.guide.for.safe. operation.as.well.as.understanding.your.boat’s.system.and.equipment..It.has.been.written.for.the.beginning. boater but experienced boaters will find helpful information as well. Be sure to read the contents thoroughly. This.manual.will.acquaint.you.with.the.use.and.maintenance.of.your.new.Four.Winns.boat..This.manual.also.. provides.special.information.critical.to.the.safety.of.the.passengers,.and.longevity.of.the.equipment..The.infor- mation.on.the.following.page.lists.the.graphics.used.to.increase.the.visibility.of.these.important.messages... Also included in your owner’s packet is the “Boating Basics, A Guide to Responsible Boating”. This guide . covers.boating.basics.and.should.be.read.along.with.your.Four.Winns.owner’s.manual.before.operating.your. boat..Review.this.information.completely.before.using.your.new.boat. Four Winns continually strives to improve its products. Unit specifications, including standard and optional . equipment are constantly being modified. Equipment availability is also subject to change without notice. The most current and accurate information available at the time of publication is included in this manual. Some variation in material, equipment, description, location, and details can result. Please refer to our website for further updated information and possible revisions to this manual.
Safety Messages The.popularity.of.boating.and.other.water.sports.has.grown.tremendously.in.the.past.few.years..Because.of.this,. safety.is.an.important.issue.for.everyone.who.shares.our.waterways. Remember.that.along.with.the.freedom.and.exhilaration.of.boating.comes.the.responsibility.that.you.have.for.the. safety of your passengers and the other boaters who share the water with you. Throughout this manual, specific precautions.and.symbols.identify.safety-related.information..Be.sure.to.pay.close.attention.to.them. NOTICE Boxes that are gray require your special attention. Notice boxes include helpful boating practices and law reminders. This symbol means “pay attention!” Here is important information for your safety. If you don’t follow these instructions, you can damage your boat, hurt yourself or someone else or, even worse, have a fatal accident.
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We’d.also.like.to.remind.you.to.be.kind.to.our.environment.while.you’re.boating..Don’t.throw.garbage.and.other. refuse.overboard..Do.your.best.to.keep.harmful.compounds.like.gasoline,.oil.and.antifreeze.out.of.the.water... Please see the notifications below: DISCHARGE OF OIL PROHIBITED THE FEDERAL WATER POLLUTION CONTROL ACT PROHIBITS THE DISCHARGE OF OIL OR OILY WASTE INTO OR UPON THE NAVIGABLE WATERS OF THE UNITED STATES, OR THE WATERS OF THE CONTIGUOUS ZONE, OR WHICH MAY EFFECT NATURAL RESOURCES BELONGING TO, APPERTAINING TO, OR UNDER THE EXCLUSIVE MANAGEMENT AUTHOR- ITY OF THE UNITED STATES, IF SUCH DISCHARGE CAUSES A FILM OR DISCOLORATION OF THE SURFACE OF THE WATER OR CAUSES A SLUDGE OR EMULSION BENEATH THE...
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LABEL LOCATIONS The yacht certification plate and various warning labels are placed at different locations on the 310 Horizon™ model for your safety. Additional warnings for fuel leakage, blower operation, and other important information will be imprinted or located on the dash. Many of these stickers and labels are not required by the U.S. Coast Guard but are important to ensure the safe operation of your Four Winns boat.
Operation A - 4 PASSENGER SAFETY A - 1 GENERAL You.are.responsible.for.the.safety.of.your.passen- Before.starting.the.boat,.become.familiar.with.all.of.. the.various.systems.and.related.operations..Be.sure.. gers.as.well.as.for.their.behavior.while.aboard..Make. all.necessary.safety.equipment.is.on-board..Know.the. sure: “Rules of the Road”. Have an experienced operator 1.. Each.passenger.is.properly.instructed.in.Personal. . brief.you.on.the.general.operation.of.your.new.boat.. Flotation.Device.(PFD).use.and.keeps.one.within. Perform a “PreCruise Systems Check”. This manual . reach.in.case.of.emergency..All.non-swimmers. is.a.part.of.your.boat’s.equipment..Always.keep.it.. on.board. and.children.should.wear.a.PFD.at.all.times.when. underway. A - 2 COMPONENT SYSTEMS 2... Passengers.do.not.sit.on.gunwales,.open.decks,. elevated.pedestal.seats.or.on.seat.backs.when.. Before.you.can.really.enjoy.your.boat,.a.thorough. the.boat.is.underway..This.could.cause.them.to. understanding.of.its.systems.and.their.operation.is. be.thrown.overboard.during.a.sudden.maneuver. essential..This.manual.and.the.associated.manu- facturers.information.are.included.in.the.owner’s.
3.. Check.the.bilge.water.level.and.bilge.pump.op- contact.with.metal.parts.such.as.bow.rails,.control. eration. Check the engine and drive fluid levels. handle,.or.windshield.. Look.for.other.signs.of.potential.problems..Check. for.the.scent.of.fuel.fumes. 4.. Activate.the.bilge.blower..Check.the.blower.. NOTICE: Four Winns boats are not equipped output. with a lightning protection system. A - 7 DRUGS AND ALCOHOL Gasoline vapors can explode resulting injury or death. Before starting the engine, check Please.keep.in.mind.that.along.with.the.fun.of.boating.
required.by.the.indications.on.the.dip.sticks... 2.. Move.the.throttle.control(s).to.the.idle.position. Refer to Table 1: “SAE Viscosity Chart” and your (lever(s).is.all.the.way.rearward). engine.manual.included.in.the.owner’s.packet.. Follow.engine.manufacturer’s.recommendations.. 3... Turn.the.key.switch.to.start.position.and.hold.until. engine.starts,.but.for.no.longer.than.10.seconds..If. DO.NOT.USE.MULTIGRADE.OIL..Power.steering. engine.does.not.start,.let.go.momentarily,.then.try. and power trim use automatic transmission fluid. again. Check the fluid levels in the vertical drive units or transmission.as.often.as.practical. 4... As.soon.as.engine.starts,.release.key.to.ON.or. RUN. NOTICE Priming is not necessary for EFI engines. Re- fer to the engine owner’s manual for additional information. C. Shifting and Control Speed 1..
5.. After.shifting.is.completed,.move.the.red.throttle. A - 10 GROUNDING AND TOWING control.lever(s).forward.to.increase.engine(s). speed. If the boat should become disabled, or if as- sisting another craft that is disabled, great Any time the boat is operated, be aware of care must be taken. The stress applied to a changes in shift system operation.
Oceanic.and.Atmospheric.Administration.website. at.http://nauticalcharts.noaa.gov/mcd/ccatalogs. Lines can snap or other hardware can be loos- htm#state. ened or broken while towing. Under certain conditions, this can cause severe injury or In.addition,.many.federal.agencies.publish.recre- fatality. ational.maps,.including.the.US.Army.Corp.of.Engi- neers,.the.Forest.Service,.the.National.Park.Service,. and.the.Tennessee.Valley.Authority. A - 11 BOATING EDUCATION Addresses.of.all.state.boating.law.administration.. offices are found in the “Boating Basics, A Guide A. Boating Courses to Responsible Boating”, included in your owner’s packet..Additional.copies.may.be.purchased.by..
Your boat has a hull identification number on the star- A - 14 DISCHARGE OF OIL board.side.of.the.hull..Figure.A2.shows.a.typical.iden- tification number. Use this hull identification number The.Federal.Water.Pollution.Control.Act.prohibits.the. for.registration.and.to.identify.your.boat.for.warranty. discharge.of.oil.waste.into.or.upon.the.navigable.. service. waters.of.the.United.States.or.the.waters.of.the. contiguous zone if such discharge causes a film or sheen.upon.or.a.discoloration.of.the.surface.of.the. water.or.causes.a.sludge.or.emulsion.beneath.the. surface.of.the.water..Violators.are.subject.to.a.. penalty.of.$5,000. A - 15 DISPOSAL OF PLASTICS & OTHER GARBAGE Plastic refuse dumped in the water can kill fish and marine.wildlife.and.can.foul.boat.propellers.and.. cooling.water.intakes..Other.forms.of.waterborne.. garbage.can.litter.our.beaches.and.make.people. Figure A2: HIN sick..US.Coast.Guard.and.most.state.regulations. prohibit.the.dumping.of.plastic.refuse.or.other.. In.most.states,.the.boat.owner.is.legally.responsible.for. garbage.mixed.with.plastic.into.the.water.anywhere,. damages.or.injuries.he.or.she.causes,.even.if.someone. and.restrict.the.dumping.of.other.forms.of.garbage.
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must.note.that.State.and.local.regulations.may.further. restrict.the.disposal.of.garbage. Operators.shall.display.one.or.more.placards.in.a. prominent location and in sufficient numbers so they can.be.observed.and.read.by.crew.and.passengers.. These.locations.might.include.embarkation.points,.food. service.areas,.galleys,.garbage.handling.spaces.and. common.deck.spaces.frequented.by.crew.and.pas- sengers..We.recommend.that.these.placards.may.be. purchased.from.local.marinas,.boat.dealerships.and. marine.equipment.suppliers..A.special.placard.. is.available.for.boats.operating.on.the.Great.Lakes. NOTICE IMPORTANT: It is illegal to discharge waste from your marine sanitary device (toilet) into the water in most areas. It is your responsibil- ity to be aware of and adhere to all local laws concerning waste discharge.
3.. Teach.children.how.to.put.a.PFD.on.and.allow. them.to.try.it.in.the.water..That.way,.they.know. what.the.PFD.is.for.and.how.it.works..They.will. feel more comfortable with it if they suddenly find themselves.in.the.water. 4.. If.the.PFD.is.wet,.allow.it.to.dry.thoroughly.. Figure B3: Type III, Wearable before.storing.it..Do.not.dry.it.in.front.of.a.radiator. or.heater..Store.it.in.a.well.ventilated.area. PFD Type IV, Throwable (Figure.B4).is.required. in.addition.to.the.PFDs.previously.discussed..The. 5... Keep.PFDs.away.from.sharp.objects.which.can. most.common.Type.IV.PFD.is.a.buoyant.cushion.or. tear the fabric or puncture the floatation pads. ring.buoy..It.is.designed.to.be.thrown.to.a.person.in. the.water,.grasped.and.held.by.the.user.until.he.or. 6... For.their.own.safety.and.the.safety.of.others,.all. she.is.rescued..A.Type.IV.PFD.should.always.be.in. nonswimmers,.poor.swimmers,.and.small.children. serviceable.condition.and.immediately.available.for. should.wear.PFDs.at.all.times,.whether.the.boat.. use. Grasping this PFD may be difficult if the rescue is.stationary.or.moving. is.delayed.or.if.the.user.is.overcome.by.hypothermia. (loss.of.body.heat). 7.. Check.the.PFD.frequently.to.make.sure.that.it.is. not torn, that flotation pads have no leaks, and that all.seams.and.joints.are.securely.sewn.
or.non-pyrotechnic.type..Regulations.prohibit.display. NOTICE of.visual.distress.signals.on.the.water.under.any. Using a portable fire extinguisher with an circumstances.except.when.assistance.is.required.to. access/fire port in the engine compartment is prevent.immediate.or.potential.danger.to.persons.on. preferred to opening the engine compartment board.a.vessel. to fight the fire. However, using a portable extinguisher in this way provides less protection The.equipment.must.be.approved.by.the.US.Coast.
H. Navigation Lights B - 2 CARBON MONOXIDE Navigation.lights.are.intended.to.keep.other.vessels. informed.of.your.presence.and.course..If.you.are.out. on.the.water.between.sunset.and.sunrise,.you.are. CARBON MONOXIDE! required.to.display.appropriate.navigation.lights. Carbon monoxide (CO) can be harmful or fatal if inhaled. Brain damage or death can result Additional Recommended Equipment from prolonged exposure to carbon monox- ide. Keep exhaust outlets clear of blockage. Four.Winns .recommends.that.you.acquire.additional.
A. Properties and Characteristics Certain.health.related.problems.and.age.will.increase. of Carbon Monoxide the.effects.of.CO..People.who.smoke.or.are.exposed. to.high.concentrations.of.cigarette.smoke,.consume. 1.. Carbon.monoxide.is.a.colorless,.odorless.and. alcohol.or.have.lung.disorders.or.heart.problems,.are. tasteless.gas..It.is.commonly.referred.to.as.CO. particularly.susceptible.to.an.increase.in.the.effects. from.CO..However,.all.occupants’.health.should.be. 2.. Its.weight.is.about.the.same.as.air.so.it.cannot.. considered..Physical.exertion.accelerates.the.rate.at. be.expected.to.rise.or.fall.like.some.other.gases,.. which.the.blood.absorbs.CO. but.will.distribute.itself.throughout.the.space. E. Symptoms NOTICE DO NOT rely on the use of smell or sight of One.or.more.of.the.following.symptoms.can.signal.. other gases to detect CO, because it diffuses the.adverse.effect.of.CO.accumulation: in the air much more rapidly than easily detectable vapors (i.e., visible and aromatic...
3.. Observe.the.victim(s).. The following are examples of possible 4.. Administer.oxygen.if.available. situations where carbon monoxide can accumulate within your boat while docked, 5.. Contact.medical.help..If.the.victim.is.not.breathing,. anchored, or underway. Become familiar perform.rescue.breathing.or.approved.cardiopul- with these examples and their precautions monary.resuscitation.(CPR),.as.appropriate,.until. to prevent dangerous accidents or death. medical.help.arrives.and.takes.over.
J. The Effect of Boats Moored Along Side 2.. Excessive.or.unequally.distributed.weight. A.boat.operator.should.be.aware.that.carbon.monox- ide.is.emitted.from.any.boat’s.exhaust..The.operation,. mooring,.and.anchoring.in.an.area.containing.other. boats.may.be.in.an.atmosphere.containing.CO.not.of. the.operator’s.making..An.operator.likewise.needs.to. be.aware.of.the.effect.of.their.boat.on.other.boats.in. the.area..Of.prime.concern.is.the.operation.of.an.. auxiliary.generator.where.boats.are.moored.along. Figure B9: Inefficient trim angles side.each.other..Be.aware.of.the.effect.your.exhaust. 3. Canvas configurations – Under various conditio- may.have.on.other.boats.and.be.aware.that.the. ns,.adding.or.removing.canvas.may.raise.or.lower. operation.of.other.boats’.equipment.may.affect.the. CO.levels..See.Figures.B8,.B9.&.B11. carbon.monoxide.concentration.on.your.boat... See.Figure.B7. EXHAUST FUMES! Hull exhaust from your boat can cause excessive accumulation of poisonous carbon monoxide gas within cockpit areas when using protective weather coverings (while underway...
Figure B14: Exhaust Gas Accumulation- Dangerous Activity N. Cabin Appliances Figure B12: Operating at Slow Speed with Following Wind Boats.having.fuel.burning.appliances.in.accommo- dation.areas.should.be.provided.with.adequate.venti- 6.. Be.aware.that.cockpit.and.deck.drains.can.be.a. lation.and.the.appliance.should.be.maintained.. source.of.CO.ingress.into.boats,.especially.boats. to.function.properly. with.cockpit.or.decks.enclosed.with.canvas.or. permanent.boat.structures.. O. Air Conditioning (Applicable Models Only) L. Accumulation of Exhaust Gases- Lack.of.system.maintenance.may.cause.CO.to.be. Swim Platform brought.into.the.air-conditioned.spaces.by.the.air.con- ditioner..If.applicable,.please.refer.to.the.air.condition-...
Exhaust.Back-Pressure.-.Certain.alterations. in.the.accumulation.of.carbon.monoxide.in.the.accom- to.the.exhaust.system.may.increase.engine. modation.occupied.space..Do not use gasoline-pow- exhaust.back.pressure.and.CO.production. ered portable generators on Four Winns boats. ® d.. Restricted.engine.room.or.compartment.. T. Maintenance - Engine Performance ventilation Efficient engine performance is vital to minimizing . U. Maintenance - External Conditions CO.production..The.following.items.are.those.con- sidered.to.have.the.greatest.effect.on.increased.CO. External conditions that contribute to inefficient engine production: performance.can.include:...
Alcohol consumption and boating do not check passengers for symptoms of CO intoxi- mix! Operating under the influence endan- cation. See your Four Winns dealer for assis- gers the lives of your passengers and tance in diagnosing the cause for the alarm.
•. Load.the.boat.within.the.limits.listed.on.the.. capacity.plate..Balance.loads.bow.and.stern. Shut off motor when near swimmers. Severe and.port.to.starboard..Passengers.are.to.sit. injury or death will result from contact with only.on.seats,.not.seat.backs,.gunwales,.. rotating propeller. engine.cover,.or.any.other.unsafe.locations. Helm Boarding Ladder Warning Label •. Do.not.use.the.boat.in.bad.weather.or.sea. conditions.beyond.the.skill.or.experience.of. the.operator.or.the.comfortable.capability.. of.the.boat.or.passengers. When pulling skiers do not turn on the engine until you are at least a boat length away from •..
H. Voluntary Inspections or.by.using.the.windlass.if.applicable. State boating officials in many states or the US Coast Maneuver.the.boat.slowly.backwards.until.length.of. Guard.Auxiliaries.offer.courtesy.inspections.to.check. anchor.line.is.6.or.7.times.the.depth.of.the.water. out.your.craft..They.will.check.for.compliance.with. safety.standards.and.required.safety.equipment..You. Fasten.the.anchor.line.around.the.bow.eye.or.deck. may.voluntarily.consent.to.one.of.these.inspections,. cleat. Anchor flukes should dig in and catch. Watch for and.you.are.allowed.to.make.corrections.without. anchor.drag.by.checking.shoreline.landmarks.at.the. prosecution..Check.with.the.appropriate.state.agency. time.the.anchor.is.dropped.and.one-half.hour.. or.the.Coast.Guard.Auxiliary.for.details. later..If.the.boat.has.drifted.away.from.these.refer- ence.marks,.the.anchor.is.dragging.and.must.be. Safe Boating Courses reset. The.local.US.Coast.Guard.Auxiliary.and.the.US. To.weigh.anchor: Power.Squadrons.offer.comprehensive.safe.boating. classes.several.times.a.year..You.may.contact.the. Start.the.engine.running.before.pulling.in.anchor. Boat/U.S..Foundation.at.1-800-336-BOAT.(2628).for.. a.course.scheduled.in.your.area..Also.contact.the.US. Slowly.maneuver.the.boat.forward.to.reduce.ten- Coast.Guard.Auxiliary.or.Power.Squadron.Flotilla.for. sion.on.the.line.and.make.retrieval.of.the.anchor.line. easier. the.time.and.place.of.their.next.scheduled.class. Raise.the.anchor.manually.or.by.using.the.windlass.. J. Anchoring if.applicable..Make.sure.the.chain.stop.is.engaged.. if.windlass.is.used..Properly.stow.anchor.and..
WATER SPORTS 8... Swim.only.in.areas.designated.as.safe.for.swim- ming..These.are.usually.marked.with.a.swim.area. buoy.(see.Figure.B15)..Do.not.swim.alone.or.at. PERSONAL INJURY night. Four Winns boats are not designed for and ® should not be used for pulling parasails, kites, gliders or any device which can become airborne. Use boat only for appropriate water sports.
Basic Seamanship C - 1 GENERAL Basic.rules.of.seamanship,.general.information.about. navigational.aids,.and.sources.for.additional.reading. and.boater.education.are.presented.in.this.portion.of. your.owner’s.manual. A. Boating Regulations The.US.Coast.Guard.is.the.authority.of.the.waterways.. State.boating.regulations.are.enforced.by.local.au- thorities. Your boat is subject to the marine traffic laws known as “Rules of the Road,” which are enforced by the US Coast Guard. You are subject to marine traffic laws and “Rules of the Road” for both federal and state waterways;.you.must.stop.if.signaled.to.do.so.by.en- forcement officers, and permit them to board if asked. The.“Navigational.Rules,.International-Inland.Rules.of. the Road” can be obtained from the US Coast Guard 2. Meeting Head-On website.at.www.uscgboating.org. When.two.boats.meet.head-on.neither.boat.has. Many.pamphlets.prepared.by.the.US.Coast.Guard.are. right-of-way..Both.boats.should.decrease.speed.and. available..They.explain.signal.lights,.buoys,.safety,.in- pass;.port.to.port..However,.if.both.boats.are.on.the. ternational.and.inland.regulations.and.other.information. left.side.of.a.channel,.each.vessel.should.sound.two. which.goes.beyond.the.scope.of.this.manual..“Aids.to. short.horn.blasts.and.pass.to.starboard.to.starboard.. Navigation” (US Coast Guard pamphlet #123) explains See.Figure.C1. the significance of various lights and buoys. Because of proposed.alterations.to.buoys.and.markers,.contact.the. US.Coast.Guard.or.visit.their.website.to.stay.informed.
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6. Night Running Boats.operating.between.sunset.and.sunrise.(hours. vary.by.state),.or.in.conditions.of.reduced.visibility,. must.use.navigational.lights..Nighttime.operation,. especially.during.bad.weather.or.fog,.can.be.danger- ous. All “Rules of the Road” apply at night, but it is best.to.slow.down.and.stay.clear.of.all.boats.regard- less.of.who.has.right-of-way. Danger Zone To.see.more.easily.at.night,.avoid.bright.lights.when. 112.5 possible..Also,.it.is.helpful.to.have.a.passenger.keep. watch.for.other.boats,.water.hazards,.and.naviga- tional.aids. To.determine.the.size,.speed.and.direction.of.other. Figure C2: Crossing Situation vessels.at.night,.you.should.use.running.lights... A.green.light.indicates.the.starboard.side,.and.the. 4. Overtaking red.light.indicates.the.port.side..Generally,.if.you.see. a.green.light,.you.have.the.right-of-way;.if.you.see.. The.boat.overtaking.the.one.ahead.must.yield.the.. a.red.light,.give.way.to.the.other.vessel... right-of-way.to.the.boat.being.passed..The.overtaking. See.Figure.C4. boat.must.make.necessary.adjustments.to.keep.out.of. its.path..The.boat.being.passed.should.hold.its.course.. and.speed..See.Figure.C3. Inland Rules Stand-on (Privileged) Inland Rules Vessel Being Overtaken “I.want.to.pass.you.on.your.
blasts).if.intent.is.not.clear..A.short.blast.is.one.or.two. NOTICE seconds.long..A.long.blast.is.4.to.6.seconds.long..The. Buoys are anchored floating objects and may Navigational.Aids.Chart.at.the.end.of.this.section.lists. not always be in exactly the same position. the.meanings.of.the.various.whistle.signals. Daymarks.are.red.or.green.boards.with.numbers.. C - 2 NAVIGATIONAL AIDS They.are.on.posts.or.groups.of.pilings.tied.together. and.called.dolphins..Daymarks.and.their.supports.. Aids.to.navigation.(ATONS).help.you.to.travel.safely.on. are.daybeacons..Daybeacons.may.or.may.not.have. the.water..They.help.you.get.from.one.place.to.another. lights..If.a.red.or.green.daybeacon.has.a.light,.it.is. and.are.most.helpful.if.you.have.a.nautical.chart..A. the.same.color.as.the.marker-red.or.green..Red.day- navigational.aids.chart.is.at.the.end.of.this.section. marks.are.triangular.and.have.even.numbers..Green. daymarks.are.square.and.have.odd.numbers. Red Right Returning.is.a.basic.rule.to.assist.you.in. NEVER tie your vessel to an ATON.
a light, note its color and pattern or timing of flashes, C - 3 RECOMMENDED READING and compare it to your chart to find its location. We.recommend.that.you.read.the.boating.literature. D. The Uniform State Waterway Marking System published.by.your.state.boating.agency.and.the.US. Coast.Guard..Other.suggested.reading.includes.the. This.section.discusses.three.kinds.of.markers.in.this. following: system:..Regulatory,.Informational,.and.Lateral. Damford,.Don..Anchoring..(ISBN.0-915160-64-1)... Regulatory.markers.in.this.system.are.either.signs.or. Seven.Seas. buoys..Signs.are.square.with.orange.borders..Regula- tory.buoys.are.white.and.shaped.like.cylinders..They. United.States.Coast.Guard.Auxiliary..Boating.Skills.. have.horizontal.orange.bands.near.their.tops.and. and.Seamanship..LC74-164688.(illus.)... just.above.the.water’s.surface..An.orange.circle.on.a. (ISBN.0-930028-00-7)..US.Coast.Guard. marker.means.a.controlled.area..A.message.such.as. ”No Wake, Idle Speed, No Skiing, or 5 M.P.H.” may . Bottomley,.Tom..Boatman’s.Handbook,.(illus.)..316. appear.on.a.marker..An.orange.diamond.means.. p... danger..If.a.diamond.has.an.orange.cross.inside.it,.. (ISBN.0-688-03925-1,.Hearst.Marine.Book)..Morrow. do.not.enter.the.area..The.reason.you.should.stay.out,. such as “Swim Area” may be printed in black on . Whiting,.John.and.Bottomley,.Tom..Chapman’s.Log. the.marker.
Warranty and Service D - 1 FOUR WINNS WARRANTY POLICY within.approximately.30.days.from.the.day.of.your. boat.purchase..If.you.have.not.received.your.Winning. Edge™ card within this time frame please contact The Four Winns Winning Edge™ Owner Protection your.Four.Winns.selling.dealer.for.resolution..If. Plan.provides.the.new.Four.Winns.purchaser.with.one. upon.receipt.of.the.card.you.discover.a.discrepancy,. of.the.most.comprehensive.corporate.commitments. please.notify.Four.Winns.at.231.775-1343..A.correct- in the marine industry today. The Winning Edge™ ed Winning Edge™ card will then be sent to you. Owner Protection Plan defines the warranty coverage on.all.units.manufactured.by.Four.Winns..It.thoroughly. Other.equipment.manufacturers.also.require.that. describes.the.warranty.policies.and.those.procedures. their.products.be.registered.with.the.respective.. to.be.followed.to.obtain.warranty.coverage..Review.. companies..Warranty.registration.cards.are.provided. the.Four.Winns.Owner.Protection.Plan.and.limited.. in.the.owner’s.information.packet. warranty.statements.carefully. All.engines.utilized.in.the.Four.Winns .product.are.. ® D - 4 TRANSFER OF WARRANTY warranted.by.the.engine.manufacturer..Your.Four.
terms of the Winning Edge™ Owner Protection Plan Your.Four.Winns.dealer.will.sign.the.Pre-Delivery. or.Limited.Warranties..We.provide.this.service.to.the. Inspection.Form.of.the.Warranty.Registration.Card. purchasers.of.Pre-Owned.Four.Winns .boats.in.the. upon.completion.of.the.work..You.will.also.be.asked. ® interest.of.better.boating..Four.Winns.welcomes.every. to.sign.the.Pre-Delivery.Inspection.Form.upon.ac- purchaser.of.a.Four.Winns .boat,.new.or.used,.to.. cepting.delivery.of.the.boat..You.are.to.retain.the.two. ® our.family. copies marked “Boat Owner”. Your dealer is to retain the copy marked “Dealer copy” for his records. The Manufacturer’s.copy.is.electronically.sent.to.the.Four. D - 6 INSURANCE COVERAGE Winns.Customer.Service.Department. One.of.your.responsibilities.as.a.new.boat.owner.is.to. D - 9 REPLACEMENT PARTS acquire.proper.insurance.protection..Insurance.should. include.comprehensive.and.general.liability.coverage. appropriate to your financial needs. Please contact Four.Winns.dealers.are.equipped.with.a.Four.Winns. your.local.agent.for.assistance.on.insurance.coverage. parts.manual.that.details.the.components.of.each. model.and.their.appropriate.part.numbers..Many. Four.Winns.dealers.inventory.common.replacement. D - 7 SERIAL NUMBER RECORD components.
(5) years of the original retail sale. The transfer fee must be paid within fifteen (15) days of purchase of the used boat by check, money order or cashier’s check payable to Four Winns. We will notify the appropriate engine manufacturer of the boat warranty transfer.
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Engines and Instrumentation E - 1 GENERAL DO NOT inhale exhaust fumes! Exhaust con- tains carbon monoxide which is colorless and DO NOT attempt to service any engine without odorless. Carbon monoxide is a dangerous being totally familiar with the safe and proper gas that is potentially lethal.
NEVER operate the propulsion engine while everyone on-board is sleeping. Fatal carbon monoxide poisoning can occur. For.additional.information,.refer.to.Section.B-2.Carbon. Radius Monoxide. E - 3 ENGINES Consult.the.Engine.Owners.Manual.included.in.the. owner’s.packet.for.additional.operation.and.mainte- nance.information. E - 4 PROPELLERS Knowledge.of.the.propeller.is.most.easily.gained. through.better.understanding.of.the.terminology.used. to.refer.to.the.aspects.of.propeller.size.and.. performance. NOTICE Figure E1: Propeller Pitch & Diameter Never run with a damaged propeller.
An.engine.that.is.not.developing.full.power.and.the.load. carried.in.a.boat.will.directly.affect.performance.of.the. engine..Always.be.sure.the.engine.is.properly.tuned. and.load.conditions.are.those.normally.experienced,. before.changing.propellers. For.additional.information.on.factors.affecting.perfor- Boat Properly Trimmed mance,.please.consult.your.Four.Winns.dealer. E - 5 RUNNING ANGLE & POWER TRIM/TILT Boat Too High - Trim Bow “Down” Hull.planing.surfaces.have.the.least.amount.of.drag. at a three to five degree angle with the water. This is the.preferred.running.angle.when.boating..The.run- ning angle has a significant impact on top speed and handling..See.Figure.E2..Heavy.load.or.certain.water. conditions may make it difficult to achieve the optimum running.angle..The.running.angle.can.be.controlled. Boat Too Low - Trim Bow “Up” through.the.use.of.the.power.trim.. Figure E2: Running Angle A.
Always press the trim tab switches in short one () second bursts. If pressed too long, you can overcompensate, and potentially lose control. DO NOT try to correct the situation by pressing the other upper trim tab switch. Instead, raise the tab slightly by pressing the appropriate lower half of the trim tab switch.
cause substantial steering and handling difficulties. Be NOTICE extremely.careful.when.running.in.a.following.sea...The. Never exceed the maximum recommended effect of trim tabs is amplified under such conditions. operating RPM of your engine. Maintaining Steering and handling difficulties can result from im- maximum, or close to maximum RPM for proper.trim.tab.usage,.especially.in.a.following.sea..If. extended periods can reduce the life of the unsure.of.proper.trim.tab.positioning,.raise.the.trim.tabs. engine(s). to.the.full-up.position. Some.engines.are.equipped.with.devices.that.limit. engine.RPM.in.accordance.with.the.oil.pressure,.. When running at high engine speeds, be sure or.engine.temperature..Refer.to.the.engine.manual.
The.hour.meter.is.connected.to.the.ignition.switch..Be. sure.the.ignition.switch.is.in.the.OFF.position.when. the.engine.is.not.operating.or.the.hour.meter.will. DO NOT rely on the speedometer when trying record.additional.time. to achieve a “NO WAKE” condition in a harbor or other enclosed waterway. ALWAYS reduce throttle! Speedometers are not effective at measuring low operational speeds. You are responsible for damage caused by the wake of your boat.
F. Fuel Gauge Operation: 1.. Power on..The.depth.sounder.will.activate.auto- The.fuel.gauge.displays.the.level.of.fuel.that.is.present. matically.when.the.power.to.it.is.initially.turned.. in.the.fuel.tank..The.fuel.gauge.will.operate.when.the. ignition.switch.supplying.power.to.the.fuel.gauge.is.in. on..You.do.not.have.to.press.the.combination.“ON. the.RUN.position. /OFF MODE” keypad. The LCD will illuminate showing.the.depth.and.will.also.show.the.type.of. units.selected,.feet.(FT),.meters.(M),.or.fathoms. Due.to.the.mechanical.nature.of.the.fuel.sender,. (F)..To.turn.the.depth.sounder.off,.press.and.hold. variations.in.readings.during.various.speeds.of.. the “ON / OFF MODE” keypad for 4 seconds. operation.may.occur..This.system.is.merely.a. relative.indication.of.the.available.fuel.supply.and.not. Pressing the “ON / OFF MODE” keypad again . a.calibrated.instrument..Refer.to.Section.I-1E.-.Fuel. will.reactivate.the.unit. Senders.for.additional.information. NOTE:.The.instrument.is.designed.to.have.the. NOTICE internal.LED.lighting.remain.on.as.long.as.power. Use only clean fuel of the type and grade is supplied even if the unit is turned “off” at the recommended by the engine manufacturer. keypad.
NOTE:.Once.a.keel.offset.is.programmed,.the.. and.to.something.that.will.move.with.the.operator.if. shallow.and.deep.alarms.will.be.activated.by.the. he.or.she.leaves.the.helm.station..If.the.engine.shuts. depth.below.the.keel. down.because.this.switch.was.activated,.the.clip.may. have.to.be.reinstalled.on.the.interrupter.switch.before. 4.. Units. pressing the “ O N / O F F MODE” keypad the.engine.can.be.started. again displays “Un” on the LCD indicating the units mode..Press.either.the.up.or.down.arrow.keypads. to.set.the.units.desired.to.feet.(FT),.meters.(M),. Keep emergency stop switch lanyard free from or.fathoms.(F)..These.units.once.set,.will.remain. obstructions that could interfere with its opera- the.same.for.all.modes..Pressing.the.“ON./.OFF. tion. Do not modify or remove emergency MODE” keypad again returns the depth sounder . stop switch or bypass its safety features. The to.normal.operation.
NOTICE Four Winns does not limit you to this specific Avoid knocking or pulling the clip or lanyard navigational package mentioned above. There from the switch during regular boating opera- are many navigational systems on the mar- tion. Occupants may be thrown forward or ket today.
1. Ship to Shore VHF Radio DO NOT use a product such as WD-0 as A.VHF.radio.is.optional.equipment.offered.with.the. a contact cleaner. Be sure to read the label selection.of.the.navigation.package.option..It.pro- before using any product. vides.reliable.communication.between.vessels,.and. from.ship.to.public.or.private.shore.stations..It.is. programmed.for.two-way.communication.on.all.the.In- Electronic.gauges.are.affected.by.static.electricity.that. ternational,.US.and.Canadian.channels.plus.reception. builds-up.on.the.glass.face..Periodic.washing.on.the. on.separate.weather.channels,.and.the.international. gauge.face.with.warm.water.and.mild.liquid.detergent. calling.and.safety.channels.(16/9)..The.VHF.radio. will.help.eliminate.the.static.electricity.problem.and. with.microphone.is.mounted.on.the.helm..If.equipped,.
Control Systems F - 1 CONTROL OPERATION - GENERAL Pressing.the.upper.portion.of.the.switch.moves.the. outdrive.out.and.away.from.the.transom.thus.raising. the.bow..Pressing.the.lower.portion.of.the.switch(s). Control.systems.permit.operation.of.the.engine’s.throt- moves.the.outdrive.in.closer.to.the.transom.pushing. tle.and.shift.mechanisms..They.consist.of.three.major. the.bow.down..The.switch(s).returns.to.its.center.neu- components;.the.shifter.control,.the.throttle.control.and. tral.position.when.released...For.additional.information. shift.control.cables.. see.Section.E-5. A.gaffrig.style.shift.and.throttle.controls.are.featured.on. Moving.the.black.gaffrig.shifter.control(s).to.the.center. the 310 Horizon™ models. See Figures F1 and F2. or.straight.up.position.places.the.engine(s).in.neutral.. These.controls.allow.you.to.select.forward.or.reverse. Notice.as.you.push.the.shifter.control(s).to.the.neu- gear,. regulate. engine. speed,. and. ensures. shifting. is. tral.
any.position.other.than.the.neutral.position..If.the.en- gine.will.not.start,.slight.movement.of.the.shifter.control. lever.may.be.necessary.to.locate.the.neutral.position. and.disengage.the.safety.cutout.switch..Control.or. cable.adjustments.are.required.to.correct.this.condition. should.it.persist..See.your.Four.Winns.dealer.for.neces- sary.control.and.cable.adjustments. F - 4 CONTROL SYSTEM MAINTENANCE Periodic.inspections.of.the.control,.cables,.and.all.con- nections.should.be.made..Signs.of.looseness,.rust,. corrosion,.wear,.cable.jacket.cracks.or.other.deteriora- tion.require.immediate.system.servicing..Replace.all. damaged.components. Generally,.periodic.lubrication.of.all.moving.parts.and. connections.with.a.light,.waterproof.grease.is.in.order.. Cables.can.be.lubricated.by.positioning.them.to.their. fullest.extension.and.applying.light.grease.to.the.inner. cable.near.the.jacket..Working.the.cables.back.and. forth.will.distribute.the.grease.in.the.inner.cable..Reap- ply.the.grease.if.necessary. Lubrication.should.be.performed.as.often.as.necessary. to.keep.the.system.operating.smoothly..Cable.manu- facturers such as Teleflex and Morse often offer special tools.to.make.cable.lubrication.easier. Cable.and.control.adjustments.may.become.necessary.. Adjustment.screws.in.the.control,.on.the.cables.and.in. the.linkage.are.provided. DO NOT attempt control adjustments unless you are familiar with control systems service procedures.
Steering Systems G - 1 GENERAL The tilt mechanism should not be adjusted Four.Winns .boats.are.equipped.with.a.rotary.steering. ® when the boat is moving. Sudden boat move- system..Tilt.and.power.steering.are.available.on.most. ment may cause loss of balance resulting in models.. loss of control and/or injury. A. Rotary Steering In.the.rotary.system,.a.rotary.drum.assembly.is.
against.the.steering.cable.at.the.back.of.the.boat... G - 2 PROPELLER TORQUE The.cable.must.be.free.and.clear.to.slide.back.and. forth..Any.item.blocking.free.movement.of.the.cable. The.propeller.rotation.of.a.single.engine.operation.will. will.result.in.harder.steering.and.possible.damage.. exert.a.directional.force.on.the.steering.system.. to.the.steering.cable.. Propeller.torque.can.also.cause.the.boat.to.wander. (not.follow.a.straight.line).when.operated.at.low.speeds.. If.the.power.steering.system.cannot.be.corrected.on. This.condition.is.normal.and.can.be.corrected.only.by. board,.proceed.at.a.reduced.speed..The.boat.will.be. increasing.engine.RPM..Wind,.water.currents.and.play. steerable,.but.with.increased.effort..Return.the.boat.. in.steering.components.can.cause.equivalent.effects. to.your.Four.Winns.dealer.as.soon.as.possible.to. correct.the.power.steering.system. Steering effort can vary significantly with engine acceleration, steering angle, trim angle, Check the power steering fluid level in the and sea condition.
Electrical Systems H - 1 GENERAL Fire or Explosion Hazard! All.electrical.equipment.on.the.Four.Winns.310.Hori- Electrical system parts are designed by and zon™ models operates on 12 volts DC or 120 volts manufactured to comply with the US Coast (220.volts.on.50.Hertz.models).AC.electrical.power. Guard requirements to minimize risks of fire (when.equipped.with.optional.dockside.power)..The. or explosion. Never substitute automotive 310 Horizon™ is either equipped with a dual or a triple parts for marine parts.
NOTICE Be sure the two red (positive) cables are Spring Stay installed on the positive (+) battery Helm Breaker terminals. Panel Location 2.. Connect.each.of.the.black.(negative).battery... cables.leading.to.the.engine.block.to.the.negative.. (-).battery.terminal.on.each.of.the.two.batteries. When disconnecting the cables from the battery, make sure all switches are off Figure H4: Helm Circuit Breaker Panel Location and disconnect the black negative cable(s) first to prevent spark.
allow.the.alternator.to.fully.charge.the.two.batteries,. B. Battery Switch Operation - Dual but.not.allow.the.operator.to.drain.down.the.engine. start.battery.. Power.to.the.engines.and.all.12.volt.electrical.equip- ment.is.controlled.at.the.battery.selector.panel.. If.the.designated.engine.battery.fails.to.start.the. Separate.breakers.are.provided.on.the.battery. engine,.place.the.switch.to.the.“EMERGENCY. selector.switch.panel.to.protect.the.stereo,.shower. START” position and attempt to start the engine. sump,.aft.bilge.pump,.hatch.lift,.ship.systems.and. Current.is.drawn.from.both.batteries.(the.engine.and. windlass (if applicable). Note: The “SHIP’S SYSTEM” ship’s.systems.batteries).to.start.the.engine..Once. circuit breaker must be placed in the “ON” position to engine has been started return the switch to the “ON” provide.power.to.all.non-engine.related.12.volt. position..Once.back.at.port,.be.sure.to.have.the.failed. electrical.equipment.. engine.battery.checked.for.possible.service.or.re- placement.. The.battery.selector.switch.positions.for.the.dual. battery.selector.switch.is.as.follows: Note:.An.added.feature.is.positive.and.negative.studs. incorporated.into.the.battery.switch.panel..These. “OFF” - With the battery selector switches in the “OFF” studs.are.used.for.raising.the.engine.hatch.should.the. position and the “SHIPS SYSTEMS” circuit breaker in battery.fail.to.start.the.engine.even.in.EMERGENCY. the “OFF” position, all 12 volt power to the boat is shut START.position.. off.except.to.the.shower.sump.and.aft.automatic.bilge. pumps,.stereo.memory,.and.windlass..Always.turn.the. battery selector switches and the SHIPS SYSTEMS” NOTICE circuit breaker switch to the “OFF” position when the The positive and negative studs incorporated...
Emergency Start Procedures: voltage.is.checked.during.engine.operation,.the. voltage.of.the.respective.battery.will.be.indicated.on. If.one.of.the.designated.engine.batteries.fails.to.start. the.respective.voltmeter..Additional.information.on. its.respective.engine,.place.both.battery.switches.to. voltmeters.may.be.found.in.the.engine.owner’s. the “EMERGENCY START” position and attempt to manual. start.the.engine..Current.is.drawn.from.the.other. batteries.to.start.the.engine..Once.engine.has.been. H - 6 12 VOLT ELECTRICAL EQUIPMENT started.return.the.battery.switches.from.“EMERGEN- CY START” position to the “ON” position. Once back A. Helm Equipment at.port,.be.sure.to.have.the.failed.engine.battery. checked.out.for.possible.service.or.replacement.. Ignitions.are.protected.by.circuit.breakers.located.on. the.ignition.switch.panel.itself...Equipment.on.the.helm. Note:.An.added.feature.is.positive.and.negative.studs. as.well.as.various.other.equipment.is.protected.by.a. incorporated.into.the.battery.switch.panel..These. helm.circuit.breaker.panel..This.panel.is.located. studs.are.used.for.raising.the.engine.hatch.should.the. underneath.the.helm.seat..The.circuit.breakers. battery.fail.to.start.the.engine.even.in.EMERGENCY. provide.protection.for.certain.component.wiring.which. START.position. are identified on the panel itself. Note: Certain optional equipment may be identified on the panel and NOTICE will.be.protected.by.this.helm.circuit.breaker.panel.if.
If the 310 Horizon™ is equipped with the dockside Wiper.-.The.WIPER.switch.activates.the.optional. power.option.then.the.refrigerator.can.run.on.110.VAC. starboard.windshield.wiper..The.wiper.will.self.park. when.supplied.and.with.the.cockpit.refrigerator.circuit. breaker on the AC panel is “ON” position. If 110 VAC B. Installation of Additional 12 Volt Equipment is.not.available.the.refrigerator.automatically.switches. to.12.VDC.operation.unless.the.refrigerator.is.turned. Non-factory.installed.12.volt.accessory.equipment.can. off..The.generator.(if.equipped).may.also.provide.AC. be connected to the “ACC” switch on the dash. power.to.the.cockpit.refrigerator..Refer.to.Section.L-2. in.this.manual.and.to.the.manufacturer’s.literature.for. additional.information. Be sure to provide proper fuse or circuit Stereo.-.The.stereo.has.a.separate.switch.on.the.unit. breaker protection for all volt equipment that and.is.protected.by.a.circuit.breaker.labeled.STEREO. is installed. DO NOT overload the accessory on.the.battery.switch.panel.
H - 9 DOCKSIDE OPERATION carrying.conductor..The.white.or.neutral.wire.is.the. grounded.current.carrying.conductor..The.green.wire,. referred to as the “equipment ground,” is a grounded conductor,.and.under.normal.conditions.is.not.a. If any abnormalities appear during dockside current.carrying.wire..The.neutral.wires.are.connected. operation, DISCONNECT the system immedi- together.at.a.buss.bar..The.equipment.grounds.are. ately to prevent electric shock hazards! Have similarly.connected.together.at.another.buss.bar.. the boat’s electrical system and the shoreside Each.hot.wire.is.connected.to,.and.protected.by,.a. receptacles checked as soon as possible. circuit.breaker.in.the.distribution.box.located.at.the.AC.
Microwave.Option.-.This.option.requires.the.dockside. NOTICE power.option..The.MICROWAVE.breaker.must.be. Always connect the cord to the power inlet activated.and.the.boat.connected.to.dockside.power.or. receptacle of the boat before making connec- use.the.generator.(optional).to.supply.power.to.the. tions to the shore power source. microwave. Receptacles.-.The.OUTLETS.circuit.breakers.supply. 3.. Check.for.reverse.polarity.on.the.AC.panel..If.the. power.to.the.corresponding.receptacles.in.the.AC. reverse.polarity.light.is.activated,.immediately. system. disconnect.the.shore.power.cord..See.Section.H- 8C.-.Reverse.Polarity.Indicator. Air.Conditioner.Option.-.Note:.This.option.requires.the. dockside.power.option..Refer.to.Section.L-4.-.Air. 4.. Turn.on.the.boat’s.main.breaker.switches.and.all. Conditioning.in.this.manual.for.more.information. other.breaker.switches.desired.on.the.AC.panel.
H - 10 GENERATOR ALWAYS check the reverse polarity indicator A generator is optional on the 310 Horizon™ models. light in the AC distribution panel immediately It.provides.120.Volt.AC.power.when.the.boat.is.away. upon connecting the shore power cord before from.the.dock..The.generator.can.be.operated.while. turning on the AC SHORE POWER circuit running.at.or.below.cruising.speed...The.generator. breaker. If the light is on, a problem with a should.not.be.operated.when.the.boat.is.being.run.at.
Be sure to operate the bilge blower for at least Fire or Explosion Hazard! four () minutes before starting engine or Only qualified personnel should install batteries generator, or whenever operating the engine(s) and perform electrical system maintenance. at idle speed. Check the bilge blower output Do not expose batteries to open flame or before each use.
B. Galvanic Corrosion 0 (0) volt AC electrical power can be danger- Galvanic.corrosion.results.from.a.potential.electrical. ous. DO NOT attempt to service a system unless difference.existing.between.dissimilar.metals.im- you are familiar with, and experienced in, perform- mersed.in.a.conductive.solution.(e.g.,.salt.or.brackish. ing such service. water)..If.these.metals.touch.or.are.otherwise.electri- cally.connected,.this.potential.difference.produces.an. electron flow between them. The attack on the more active.metal.is.usually.increased.and.the.attack.on.the. H - 12 STRAY CURRENT CORROSION less.active.metal.is.decreased,.as.compared.to.when.
Fuel Systems I - 1 GASOLINE FUEL SYSTEMS the.amount.of.fuel.spillage..Always.open.the.lid.slowly. to.allow.air.to.escape..See.Figure.I1. Gasoline.fuel.systems.used.in.Four.Winns .boats.are. ® Check.Valve.prevents. designed.to.meet.or.exceed.the.requirements.of.the. spills.from.fuel.surge. U.S..Coast.Guard,.the.National.Marine.Manufacturers. Baffles allow air ventilation Association,.and.the.American.Boat.and.Yacht.. but.trap.water Council.in.effect.at.the.time.of.manufacture. Splash Shield sends overflow Fuel.tanks.on.Four.Winns .boats.are.located.forward. ® from.vent.back.to.tank of the aft bilge compartment below the floor. Please visit.our.website.at.www.fourwinns.com.for.fuel.tank. capacities. NOTICE Use only clean fuel of the type and grade Figure I1: Fuel Fill recommended by the engine manufacturer.
C. AntISyphon Valves The.fuel.withdrawal.line.is.equipped.with.an.anti-. syphon.valve.where.the.line.attaches.to.the.fuel.tank.. This.valve.prevents.gasoline.from.syphoning.out.of. the.fuel.tank.should.a.line.rupture..See.Figure.I2.for. Figure I3: Fuel Sender Operation antIsyphon.location. Due.to.the.mechanical.nature.of.the.fuel.sender,.. variations.in.readings.during.various.speeds.of. operation.may.occur..This.system.is.merely.a.relative. indication.of.the.available.fuel.supply.and.not.a. calibrated.instrument..With.this.type.of.sending.unit.. a.more.accurate.measurement.of.fuel.level.is.obtained. with.the.boat.in.a.level.position. The.gauge.readings.will.also.vary.with.the.trim.angle. of.the.boat..When.sitting.at.a.dock.and.the.boat.is. nearly.level,.the.fuel.gauge.will.register.accurately.. Refer.to.Figure.I3..When.boating,.the.trim.angle.of.the. boat.changes.and.affects.the.gauge.readings..Under. these conditions, the fuel sender will register “full” for Figure I2: Fuel Tank Fittings the first few hours of running time until the fuel level drops.below.the.3/4.or.1/2.mark..This.is.caused.by.the. angle.of.the.fuel.in.the.tank.as.shown.in.. The fuel withdrawals are positioned in the fuel Figure.I4..
When.the.fuel.gauge.begins.to.register.below.the “full” mark, the gauge readings will drop much faster To help guard against damage, avoid the until it reads” empty”. When this occurs, the trim angle storage or handling of gear near the fuel lines, has.affected.the.sender.reading..When.the.gauge fittings and tanks. registers “empty”, the sender has bottomed out and there.may.be.3.to.4.gallons.of.fuel.in.the.tank... See.Figure.I5. I - 2 FUEL STANDARDS Be.cautious.when.using.gasoline.that.contains.alco- hol..The.fuel.system.components.on.the.plastic.fuel. tanks.used.by.Four.Winns®.will.withstand.up.to.10%. alcohol.content.in.the.gasoline..Also.refer.to.the.sec- tion.on.gasoline.requirements.in.your.engine.manual. for.additional.information. Figure I5: Trim Angle Effect with Low Fuel F.
posted,.ask.and.avoid.using.fuel.containing.alcohol.if. 3.. Before.starting.to.fuel: possible.. a.. Ensure.that.boat.is.moored.securely. B. Recommendations b.. Be.sure.the.proper.type.and.grade.of.fuel. Assume.blended.gasoline.is.being.used.and.follow. as.recommended.by.your.Engine.Owners. these.recommendations.below. Manual.is.used. c.. Determine.how.much.additional.fuel.is.. 1.. . I nspect.fuel.hoses.often..A.deteriorated.hose.. required to avoid overflow. containing.alcohol.blended.gasoline.will.normally. be.soft.and.swollen..A.deteriorating.hose.contain- 4. During fueling: Keep the fill nozzle in contact . ing.no.fuel.will.normally.be.hard.and.brittle..In.both. with.the.fuel.opening.at.all.times.to.guard.against. cases.the.hose.should.be.replaced. possible.static.spark..See.Figure.I6. 2.. Ventilate.the.engine.compartment.before.starting. the.engine(s)..Operate.the.engine.compartment. blower.for.four.(4).minutes..Then,.prior.to.starting. Spilled fuel is a fire or explosion hazard. the.engine(s),.check.the.bilge.area.for.the.scent.of.
Waste & Water Systems J - 1 GENERAL For.information.concerning.fresh.water.tank.capaci- ties,.please.visit.our.website.at.www.fourwinns.com.or. contact.your.Four.Winns.dealer.. The 310 Horizon™ models are equipped with a fresh water.supply.system..This.system.consists.of.a.water. The.materials.from.which.the.components.of.the.water. supply.tank,.water.distribution.lines.and.a.distribution. system.are.made.may.give.the.water.supply.a.peculiar. pump..Refer.to.Figures.J11.and.J12..at.the.end.of.this. taste,.especially.when.new..This.condition.is.normal. section.for.general.water.system.diagram..See.Figure. and.can.be.reduced.somewhat.through.the.use.of.a. water filter; such as that produced by PuriTec ..The. ™ taste.should.completely.dissipate.in.time. J - 2 DISINFECTING THE FRESH WATER SYSTEM The fresh (potable) water system should be disinfected prior to initial use. Vent Water Fill The water system should be disinfected before first...
Inspect and correct the hose routing (if necessary). If a problem still exists, contact your Four Winns dealer for assistance. NOTICE DO NOT operate the pump with an empty tank. Damage to the water pump may result.
C. Head Shower J - 4 GRAY WATER SYSTEM OPTION A.head.shower.is.standard..The.shower.unit.is.actu- The.gray.water.system.is.optional..The.water.from. ally.a.combination.faucet.and.shower..See.Figure.J6.. the.galley.sink,.head.sink.and.shower.will.drain.into. The.switch.to.operate.the.water.pump.is.located.at. a.sump.and.is.pumped.into.a.gray.water.holding.tank. the.refreshment.center.or.in.the.head.and.is.marked. respectively. A pumpout fitting labeled WASTE but “FRESH WATER”. designated.for.gray.water.is.provided.on.the.deck.. See.Figure.J4..Refer.to.the.drawings.at.the.end.of.this. To.operate.the.head.shower.place.the.“FRESH. section.. WATER” switch “ON”. Pull the faucet/shower out from its.holder.(located.at.the.sink).and.push.the.spray. Waste nozzle.lever.to.purge.any.air.that.may.be.in.the.sys- tem. When a steady flow of water is coming from the Gray Water shower.nozzle.the.air.has.been.purged..Release.the. Fitting spray nozzle when finished. As the pressure builds, the.pump.will.automatically.shut.off.at.35.psi. NOTICE After showering thoroughly dry areas that may have gotten wet to prevent possible damage to any finishes due too excessive wetness.
Overhead Lighting Portlight CO Monitor Faucet/Shower Medicine Cabinet Head Vent Storage Sink Toilet Mirror Paper Vanity Switch Panel Porcelain Toilet GFCI Receptacle (Dockside Power Option Figure J5: Enclosed Head B. Porcelain Head - Standard The 310 Horizon™ models come with a porcelain head.and.a.waste.holding.tank..For.the.holding.capac- ity,.please.refer.to.our.Four.Winns.website.at.www. fourwinns.com..The.toilet.is.a.right.hand,.manually-op- Figure J7: Do Not Place These Items in Toilet Label erated.toilet.and.is.surprisingly.easy.to.operate...The.
The.VacuFlush .toilet.operates.in.a.different.way.from. D. Dockside Waste Pump Out ® other.marine.toilets..VacuFlush systems.use.a.small. ®. amount of water (a little more than a pint) per flush in On the 310 Horizon™ models waste pump out ca- addition.to.a.simple.vacuum..The.toilet.is.connected. pability.is.standard..Waste.can.be.removed.from.the. to.the.fresh.water.system..Fresh.water.is.the.key.to.an. holding.tank.by.taking.the.boat.to.a.dockside.waste. odor.free.bathroom.compartment..VacuFlush .toilets. pumping.station..Most.marina.fueling.facilities.provide. ® are.equipped.with.an.integrated.vacuum.breaker. such.services. which.prevents.the.possible.contamination.of.the. potable/fresh.water.supply..See.Figure.J9..Also.refer. The.waste.holding.tank.should.be.emptied.upon.visual. to.the.manufacturer’s.literature.included.in.the.owner’s. inspection.of.the.waste.holding.tank.and.determining. packet. the.waste.holding.tank’s.capacity.is.almost.full..Waste. level.indicators.are.typically.located.in.the.head..DO. NOT.ALLOW.THE.WASTE.TANK.TO.BECOME. NOTICE OVERFILLED. The VacuFlush (TOILET) switch located in the ®...
3.. Turn.the.overboard.discharge.switch.off. Be careful when handling and storing treat- 4.. Turn.the.head.discharge.valve.handle.to.the. ment chemicals. Not only are they toxic, but closed.position,.and.secure.it..This.thru-hull.valve. they will also stain and damage surrounding (seacock).must.be.closed.to.prevent.water.from. surface. being.forced.back.into.the.system. NOTICE E. Head With Overboard Discharge - Optional Discharging waste overboard is illegal in most US waters today.
A. Clean Vents and Screens Draining.the.system.as.mentioned.can.be.very.tedious. and.an.incomplete.job.can.result.in.expensive.repairs... Periodically,.inspect.the.water.tank.vents.and.thru-hull. The.use.of.nontoxic.antifreeze.(such.as.RV.anti- vent fittings for any dirt, wax, etc. Carefully remove freeze).designed.for.fresh.water.systems.considerably. any.obstruction.with.a.pipe.cleaner.or.similar.device... reduces.the.work.necessary.and.is.a.more.positive. Be sure not to puncture the screen..The.stainless. means.of.winterizing.the.system..Follow.the.directions. steel.vent.cap.is.not.removable... included.with.the.antifreeze.solution. NOTICE Failure to keep the water tank vent fittings clean will cause excessive pressure buildup within the tank during filling. This can cause water tank damage.
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B. Bilge Pumps D. Liner Drains Bilge.pumps.are.provided.in.the.bottom.of.the.hull.to. Fiberglass.liners.with.liner.drains.are.standard.on.the. remove.miscellaneous.water.accumulations.that.might. 310 Horizon™ models. Fiberglass liners can be occur.during.normal.boating.or.weather.conditions.. cleaned easily by hosing the floor. The water will drain The.bilge.pump.is.controlled.by.the.bilge.pump.switch. into.the.bilge.and.be.pumped.overboard.by.the.bilge. on.the.dash.panel..See.Section.H-3.for.a.detailed. pump.. description.of.the.bilge.pump.switches. E. Bilge Compartment Drainage A.bilge.pump.equipped.with.automatic.switch.is. standard.on.most.models..As.the.water.level.rises,.the. Certain.bulkhead.areas.of.Four.Winns .boats.are. ® automatic float switch will activate the pump. sealed.in.accordance.with.U.S..Coast.Guard.regula- When.leaving.the.boat.unattended.for.long.periods.of. tions.effective.at.the.date.of.manufacture..Drainage.. time.or.during.excessive.rain.storms,.it.is.a.good.idea. is.provided.and.water.can.be.removed.with.the.bilge. to.check.on.the.boat.for.excessive.water.accumula- pump. tion. Be sure both the bilge pump and automatic float switch.are.operating.properly..The.operating.time.of. the.bilge.pump.will.be.limited.to.the.battery.capacity. NOTICE While at rest, any bilge water accumulation may flow forward.
Interior Equipment L - 1 DAY BERTH EQUIPMENT Speakers A. Microwave 12 Volt Charger Stereo A microwave oven is optional on the 310 Horizon™ iPOD/MP3 Port models..See.Figure.L1..(Note.this.option.requires.the. dockside.power.option.also.be.installed)..The.MICRO- 6-Disc Changer (Optional) WAVE.circuit.breaker.on.the.120.Volt.AC.electrical. DVD Player panel.must.be.activated.and.the.boat.must.be.con- (Optional) nected.to.dockside.power.in.order.to.use.the.micro- wave..If.the.generator.option.is.installed,.operating. and.the.MICROWAVE.circuit.breaker.is.ON,.will.also. allow.you.to.use.the.microwave..Refer.to.the.manu- facturer’s.literature.provided.in.the.owner’s.packet.for. microwave.operation.instructions. Berth Switch Figure L2: Stereo & DVD Player Locations 12 Volt Do not restrict air flow while microwave is in Recepatcles...
refrigerator.manufacturer’s.operations.manual,.select. L - 2 COCKPIT EQUIPMENT the.temperature.setting.by.turning.the.thermostat.dial. to.the.various.numbered.positions..The.refrigerator. A. Refreshment Center may.be.turned.off.by.turning.the.thermostat.to.the. “OFF” position. See the manufacturer’s literature A.refreshment.center.is.standard.on.the.310.Hori- included in the owner’s packet for specific information zon™ models. The refreshment center comes with a on the model used in your Horizon™. solid.surface.countertop,.trash.receptacles.and.sink. with.swivel.spout.faucet..See.Figure.L5. C. Cockpit Table with Mount Trash Cockpit Receptacles An.aft.cockpit.table.is.standard..See.Figure.L7..The. Sink & Faucet (Under Lids) table’s angled leg easily fits into the side-mount bracket.installed.on.the.seat.base..This.mounting. Solid Surface Hand Rail Countertops system.is.designed.to.provide.more.leg.room,.conve- Storage Refrigerator...
An.additional.table.with.side-mount.bracket.is.an. available.option.and.is.installed.in.the.bow..See.Figure. Figure L11: In-Floor Storage Locker The.ski.locker.is.located.in.the.bow.area.of.the.310. Horizon™. See Figure L12. The ski locker allows for storage.of.skis,.knee.boards,.wake.boards,.tow.ropes,. Figure L9: Additional Cockpit Table Option for Bow most towable toys, personal flotation devices, etc. The ski.storage.lid.is.hinged.and.includes.a.gas.assist. NOTICE shock.for.ease.of.use. To prevent damage to cockpit table and/or cockpit interior ensure the cockpit table and Ski Locker Gas Shock legs are properly stored when not in use.
G. Fire Extinguishing System (Optional) L - 3 AIR CONDITIONING (Optional) The.optional.air.conditioner.provides.cooling.to.the. An automatic FE241 agent fire extinguisher system is day.berth..The.unit.operates.on.120.volt.AC.power. The.system,. optional on the 310 Horizon™ models. thus.the.dockside.power.option.is.required..If.the. if.equipped,.is.installed.inside.the.engine.com- generator.option.is.installed,.this.too.can.supply.power. partment..See.Figure.L14. to.the.air.conditioner..The.output.of.the.air.conditioner. may.be.found.on.our.website.at.www.fourwinns.com.. The.air.conditioning.breaker.must.be.turned.on.to. activate.the.air.conditioning.unit.when.connected.to. shore.power.or.with.an.optional.generator.operating.. This.breaker.is.located.on.the.AC.panel..Depending. upon.humidity,.the.air.conditioner.will.condense. approximately.5.to.15.gallons.of.water.a.day.and.this. water.drains.into.the.sump.pump.. Figure L14: Optional Fire Extinguishing System The seawater inlet valve (seacock) is identified with a plate.inscribed.with.the.words.“Air.Conditioner.Seawa- While the system ensures excellent overall bilge fire ter”. Access to the seacock is gained through engine protection,.it does not eliminate the USCG require- compartment.
Figure M2: Pull-Up Cleat - Extended Figure M1: Grab Handle Figure M3: Pull-Up Cleat - Retracted The rail system and hardware fittings have been selected and installed to perform specific functions. Fenders.or.mooring.lines.should.not.be.secured.to.the. rails.or.stanchions..Be.certain.that.a.clear.lead.exists. Four Winns Boats are not equipped with any ® when.running.dock.lines.or.an.anchor.line..A.line.inad- hardware designed for towing purposes. The vertently.threaded.around.a.stanchion.or.over.the.rail. mooring cleats that are installed on the boat could.cause.damage.
1.. Rinse.the.hardware.with.fresh.water.after.each. exposure.to.saltwater.. Do not use any ski tow fitting for lifting or para- 2.. Periodically.wash.the.hardware.with.mild.soap,. sailing. Fitting could pull out of deck resulting in warm.water,.and.a.sponge..Then.dry.it.with.a.soft. serious injury or death. cloth. 3.. Avoid.cleaners,.abrasives,.waxes,.and.most.of.all,. do.not.use.steel.wool. To prevent personal injury or damage to the boat, DO NOT tow more than two water skiers NOTICE with the transom mounted ski tow ring.
Four Winns recommend you close and secure the walk-thru windshield while underway. Dam- age to the windshield could result. Secure windshield with strap when in open position. Securing the walk-thru windshield will help prevent the windshield from accidently slamming closed due to high wind and/or wake...
To prevent personal injury, swim platform and transom entry area must not be occupied while engine(s) are running and/or boat is underway. NOTICE Always secure the ladder before boating. Damage to the ladder may otherwise result. Figure M11: Thru-Hull Exhaust M - 4 DOCKING LIGHTS (Optional) NOTICE Always be aware of local laws on noise limits.
Refer.to.Section.B-3.-.Safe.Boating.Practices.of.this. manual.for.anchoring.guidelines... To prevent personal injury, keep clear of the windlass at all times. Always be sure to raise and secure the an- chor prior to operating your boat. Failure to raise and secure anchor before getting under- way could result in severe injury or damage to Figure M14: Starboard Wiper Option boat from rebounding anchor.
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Misuse of arch can over stress arch or danger- ously imbalance boat. Failure to follow these guidelines can result in injury or death. This tow arch is to be used for towing wakeboard and ski devices only. Do not tow more than two persons at a time from this arch.
Upholstery N - 1 SEATING A. Bow Seating Bow.seating.is.provided.on.the.310.Horizon .models.. ™ Certain.bow.cushions.have.hinges.to.allow.for.access. to.storage.areas.below..See.Figures.N1,.N2.&.N3. Figure N4: Port Lounge C. Bow Fill-In Cushions Bow fill-in cushions are optional. With the bow fill-in cushions.installed.you.can.turn.the.bow.into.a.sun- deck. See Figure N5. These bow fill-in cushions can Figure N1: Bow Seating be.easily.removed.or.installed.in.a.matter.of.minutes.. The bow fill-in cushions may be stored in the various storage.areas.of.the.boat..Please.contact.your.Four. Winns.dealer.regarding.inquiries.about.this.option. Bow Fill-In Cushion - Forward Amp Location Optional Stereo Upgrade Figure N2: Hinged Bow Cushions (Port &...
2.. Press.the.engine.hatch.switch.or.manually.raise.. NOTICE the.engine.hood.to.its.open.position. Cushions, if not properly stored and secured, can blow out of the boat. The engine hatch can be lifted without the F. U-Shaped Cockpit Seating screw jack(s). Use care and proper lifting techniques to prevent possible back injury. U-shaped.seating.is.found.in.the.stern.cockpit.area.of.
G. Motorhood Walk-over Backrest and Cushion (Fill-in) To prevent personal injury, swim platform must not be occupied and the.motorhood.walk- A.backrest.and.cushion.are.removable.to.allow.walk- over backrest and cushion fill-in must be in over.access.from.the.swim.platform.to.the.cockpit.. place while engines are running. See.Figure.N14..To.secure.the.motorhood.walk-over. backrest and cushion fill-in, place the male end of the hold.down.into.the.female.portion.of.the.assembly.. Push down to ensure the cushion is firmly seated. Place the backrest portion of fill-in against the fiber- To prevent personal injury, DO NOT sit on the glass.portion.of.the.sunpad.base..See.Figure.N15..
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Figure N20: Sunpad - Flat Position 3). The.sunpad’s.forward.seat.cushion.may.be. Figure N17: Separate Sunpads w/Raised Headrest inclined to create a “so-called” lounger position if (Lounger Position) desired..See.Figure.N21.. Figure N18: Aft Sunpad Storage Figure N21: Sunpad w/Inclined Headrest (Lounger Position) Sunpad.operation: Underneath.each.forward.seat.cushion.is.a. 1).. Lift.up.on.the.seat.cushion.at.the.hand-hold.and. headrest.support.leg..Simply.raise.the.seat. then.pull.the.front.portion.of.the.seat.cushion.towards. cushion.and.swivel.the.headrest.support.leg.into. the.bow. the.recessed.hole.positions.of.the.cushion.support. to.incline.the.cushion..Lift.up.on.the.cushion.and. place.the.headrest.support.leg.into.its.storage.
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Day Berth Cushions To prevent personal injury and/or damage to The.Day.Berth.includes.a.bench.seat.which.is.cush- the sun lounger/sunpad headrest support leg, ioned.for.comfort..See.Figure.N24. seat cushion and hinge mechanism, do not sit and/or stand on the seat cushion when de- ployed in the headrest/inclined position. 5). . T he.same.procedure.is.used.for.the.other.sun. lounge..
A recommended “Cleaning Kit” includes: •. Ivory.Dishwashing.Liquid .and.water ™ •. Clean,.white.towels •. Soft.bristle.brush •. Denatured.Alcohol •. . H emisphere.Ink.Remover .-.. ® (for.ordering.information.call.800-247-9901). Figure N27: Berth Storage •. . V inyl.Finish.Vinyl.Cleaner .-.. ® (everyday.cleaning.&.care,.call.800-247-9901) N - 2 EXTERIOR UPHOLSTERY CARE •. .
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3.. Ink: Don’ts . . •Formula.409 Denatured.alcohol.or.Hemisphere.Ink.Remover •Fantastik ® •Simple.Green. 4.. Mildew.Stains: •Armorall •Murphy’s.Oil.Soap,. To.kill.bacteria.creating.the.mildew,.vigorously. •Son-of-a-Gun. brush.the.stained.area.with.a.4-to-1.mixture.of. •Bleach./.Baking.Soda water.and.ammonia;.rinse.thoroughly.with.water. •Turtle.Wax and.dry. •Tar.Remover 5.. Tough.Mildew.Stains: NOTICE Failure to care for your vinyl properly, or use of Apply.a.mixture.of.one.(1).teaspoon.ammonia,. improper cleaners may void your warranty and one-fourth.(1/4).cup.of.hydrogen.peroxide,.and.
D. Stain Removal Testing NOTICE The appearance and longevity of the exterior Even.the.most.stubborn.stains.can.be.removed.from. upholstery will be affected by water saturation. Olefin fiber following the procedures outlined. Stains Protect these items appropriately. were.selected.as.being.representative.of.spills. commonly.occurring.on.carpets..Stains.were.pressed. into.the.carpet.to.simulate.foot.pressure.following.a. B. Exterior Carpets spill..Stains.were.applied.to.a.two-inch.square.section. and.allowed.to.penetrate..Removal.was.performed. The.removable.exterior.grade.carpeting.may.be. after.two.weeks..Carpets.were.tested.for.stain.removal. periodically.washed.with.mild.laundry.soaps.or. by.an.independent.laboratory..Stain.removal.was. shampooed,.dried.and.reinstalled..It.is.100%.UV.stabi- effective.for.the.all.the.stains.selected..Results.are. lized Olefin polypropylene fiber with rubber backing.
N - 3 REPLACEMENT UPHOLSTERY i t o Should.upholstery.become.severely.soiled,.torn,.or.in. some.manner.damaged,.replacement.upholstery. i t o cushions.are.available..Larger..upholstery.items.have. separate.component.parts.for.easier.serviceability.. Depending.upon.the.year.and.model.of.the.boat,.most. upholstery.parts.can.be.obtained.through.your.Four. t t u Winns.servicing.dealer.within.a.short.period.of.time. e t l t i u i n r i l o i r c p l l i t s k l i t n i t n i...
Weather Covers O - 1 GENERAL INFORMATION NOTICE DO NOT use the weather covers for outdoor Weather.covers.for.the.cockpit.areas.are.available. winter storage. The weight of the snow or on.the.310.Horizon .models..Four.Winns .covers.are. ™ ® heavy rain can cause severe damage to the designed.and.intended.to.provide.protection.of.the. material or top structure. Refer to O- Winter cockpit.seating.areas..
(approximately 0-0 mph). Avoid full throttle operation of boat while having canvas To.close.and.boot.(mounted.storage).the.bimini.top: deployed. Four Winns recommends booting the canvas before running at or close to maxi- 1.. Place.secondary.bow.into.lower.position.by.press- mum speed. In so doing you will help to main- ing.in.on.the.button.and.simultaneously.pulling.the.
Cockpit Cover Forward Cover Shock Cords Figure O7: Cockpit Cover Shock Cords E. Mooring Cover (Optional) Figure O6: Cockpit Cover An.optional.mooring.cover.is.available..These.covers. (Note: Optional Forward Cover Shown) are.intended.for.longer.term.storage.and.spread.over. To.install:. the.entire.boat..If.used.in.areas.with.snow.accumula- tion,.be.sure.to.support.the.canvas.adequately.and.in- 1.. Snap.the.forward.edge.of.the.cockpit.cover.to.the. spect.frequently.for.snow.loads.or.damage.will.occur.. bottom.edge.of.the.windshield.track..Snaps.can.be. Refer.to.O3.Winter.Storage.for.additional.information.. adjusted.on.the.windshield.track.if.necessary. See.Figure.O8. NOTICE The front center snap of the cockpit cover should be centered on the center windshield snap on the windshield track.
tion.or.removed.entirely..This.will.prevent.damage.and. loss. NOTICE DO NOT tow your boat at highway speeds with weather covers in place. High winds encoun- tered during trailering your boat can severely damage most weather covers. Damage to weather covers incurred as a result of trailering your boat is not covered under warranty.
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Moisture,.dirt,.chemicals.from.industrial.fallout,.heat,. Leakage after cleaning may be the result of insufficient ultraviolet.rays.and.in.some.cases,.salt.water.are.fac- rinsing..Re-rinse..If.leakage.continues,.apply.a.coat.. tors.which.affect.the.longevity.of.acrylic.covers... of.silicone.air.drying.water.repellent,.such.as.Scotch- See.Figure.O11. guard ..See.your.Four.Winns.dealer.for.additional. ™ information.on.weather.covers. 1.. Moisture.can.cause.shrinkage.and.mildew..Allow. the.cover.to.dry.thoroughly.before.disassembling. tops..Keep.it.clean.and.well.ventilated.to.prevent. mildew..Spraying.the.weather.cover.with.Lysol. Disinfectant™ or similar product will help prevent mildew. 2.. Dirt.creates.a.starting.point.for.mildew.when.mois- ture.is.present..Clean.the.top.with.a.sponge.. or.soft.scrub.brush.and.mild.detergent.when.the. cover.is.installed..Make.sure.cover.is.taut.to.help. prevent.shrinkage. 3.. Chemicals.cause.decay.if.allowed.to.accumulate. for.long.periods.of.time..Keep.the.cover.clean.to. prevent.decay. 4.. Heat.can.cause.cracks.in.vinyl.components.and. stiffening.of.fabric.when.enclosed.in.plastic.or.poly- ethylene..DO.NOT.store.the.weather.cover.. in.polyethylene.under.direct.sunlight.or.high. temperature.situations. 5.. Ultraviolet.degradation.may.occur.under.prolonged. exposure.to.direct.sunlight..Store.the.top.in.the. boot.when.not.in.use. 6.. Salt.water.can.corrode.brass,.aluminum,.or.stain- less steel fittings and fasteners. Keep fittings clean,.lubricated,.and.waxed.to.prevent.corrosion.
Fiberglass and Hull P - 1 HULL DESIGN INFORMATION P - 3 EQUIPMENT INSTALLATION Four.Winns .boats.are.designed.using.the.sound.en- Many boats are used for specific purposes or under . ® gineering.and.mathematical.principles.of.hydrostatics,. conditions.which.require.the.addition.of.special.equip- hydrodynamics,.structure,.and.strength.of.materials.. ment.to.the.hull.or.deck..Special.care.must.be.taken. The.materials.utilized.provide.optimum.strength.at.the. during the installation of any equipment to a fiberglass lightest possible weight. The exact fiberglass laminate component. A polysulfide or butyl based sealant schedule.and.construction.techniques.of.each.part.. should.be.used.to.seal.installations.below.the.water. is.determined.in.accordance.with.the.strength.and. line. Silicone “marine” seal or similar bedding com- rigidity.required. pound.should.be.used.elsewhere. NOTICE P - 2 FIBERGLASS CONSTRUCTION DO NOT install any item onto or through the hull without adequately sealing the hull area The fiberglass components of Four Winns .boats.
products.such.as.Ivory.or.Dawn.hand.dishwashing. A.darkening.or.discoloration.of.the.nonskid.surfac- es.can.sometimes.occur.as.a.result.of.wax.buildup.. liquid.can.be.safely.used..Always.read.the.label.. Exposure.to.the.sun.and.elements.can.turn.the.wax. before.using.any.product. darker, or occasionally can cause it to become flaky or powdery. To remove, use fine rubbing compound NOTICE and.a.low.RPM.buffer.(1200.to.2000.RPM)..Apply. DO NOT use acetone, paint thinner, solvents, light.pressure.and.keep.the.buffer.moving.at.all.times. or strong alkaline based detergents, nor to.prevent.heat.build.up..Read.the.directions.before. cleaners with a “gritty” and abrasive texture. using.any.equipment. Avoid products which contain sodium phos- phate. Common examples of these types B.
1.. . A void.working.in.direct.sunlight..This.dries.out.the. use.either.denatured.or.rubbing.alcohol..If.this.does. wax.or.compound,.and.can.stain.the.surface. not.work,.consult.your.Four.Winns.dealer.for.profes- sional.assistance. 2.. . U se.clean.pads.or.cloths.to.apply.a.thin.coating.. of.wax.or.rubbing.compound.to.a.small.area.such. NOTICE as.three.feet.by.three.feet..Remove.any.excess,.. DO NOT use acetone, ketone, or other and then rub the area with a buffing pad, or . solvents to remove stains. These chemicals power.buffer..Apply.pressure.only.as.necessary.. are flammable and may damage the gel coat. to restore the surface finish. Applying too much . pressure or buffing in one place too long can . permanently.damage.the.surface.
structural.integrity.of.the.boat..In.most.cases,.they.are. Gel.coat,.like.paint,.will.change.colors.with.time. cosmetic.and.can.be.treated..Cosmetic.surface.dam- and.exposure.to.sunlight.(ultraviolet)..For.this.rea- age.can.be.repaired.as.follows: son, “matching” gel coat obtained from Four Winns may.not.match.the.gel.color.of.a.boat.that.has. 1. S and the surrounding area with medium or fine grit been.exposed..However,.this.is.the.closest.match. sandpaper..Clean.all.marine.growth,.dirt,.antifoul- commercially available. A fiberglass/gel coat tech- ing.paint,.etc..from.the.immediate.area..DO.NOT. nician.can.tint.the.gel.to.be.used.in.the.repair.to. excessively.scratch.or.gouge.the.surrounding.area. provide.a.closer.color.match.. 2.. . U se.a.hard,.pointed.tool.to.open.the.gel.crack.. More severe fiberglass damage, especially when Take.care.not.to.damage.the.surrounding.gel.coat. structural,.requires.the.expertise.of.an.experienced. fiberglass repair technician. See your Four Winns 3.. . S and.the.crack.or.gouge.so.the.edges.are.smooth. dealer.for.assistance. and will allow proper “feathering” of the area. 4.. . C lean.the.area.thoroughly..Make.sure.the.area.is. NOTICE dry.before.proceeding. Improper repair techniques can lead to further fiberglass component damage.
P - 7 HULL SUPPORT P - 6 ANTIFOULING PAINT Proper.support.of.the.hull.while.it.is.out.of.the.. Four.Winns.recommends.antifouling.or.bottom.paint. water.is.imperative..Due.to.the.design.complexities,. for.boats.which.will.be.kept.in.the.water.for.extended. Four.Winns.does.not.recommend.trailers.or.storage. periods.of.time..Antifouling.paint.reacts.with.water.to. cradles.be.homemade..The.boat.is.a.valuable.piece.. retard.the.growth.of.algae,.barnacles.and.other.ma- of.equipment..DO.NOT.risk.permanent.damage.to.. rine.growth.on.the.hull..In.addition.to.marine.growth,.. the.hull.structure.in.an.attempt.to.save.the.cost.of.. it.offers.protection.against.excessive.water.pollution. an.adequate.support..Improper.support.can.lead.to.. serious.and.permanent.hull.deformation. Antifouling.paint.begins.reaction.upon.contact.with. water..After.a.season’s.use.or.sooner.under.certain. conditions,.the.antifouling.paint.may.appear.to.be.. dissolving..This.is.due.to.the.paint’s.chemical.emis- Failure to adequately support the hull may sion.that.in.turn.retards.marine.growth..When.this. result in permanent hull structure damage and occurs, refinishing is in order.
LAMINATED FIBERGLASS DO NOT use abrasive cleaners or solvents on formica. DO NOT use Soft Scrub™ soap or The 310 Horizon™ models come with a standard similar cleaning products; they will scratch the cockpit table which consists of a laminated fiberglass surface and remove the shine.
Figure Q7: Head Vanity Countertop Figure Q5: Cockpit Table (Standard) Figure Q8: Head Vanity Countertop Figure Q6: Bow Table (Optional) NOTICE DO NOT use abrasive cleaners or solvents on NOTICE cockpit table. DO NOT use Soft Scrub™ soap DO NOT use abrasive cleaners or solvents on or similar cleaning products;...
2.. Using.your.bare.hand,.along.with.plenty.of.water,. feel.and.remove.any.dried-on.dirt.or.mud. 3.. Wash.using.a.soft,.grit-free.cloth.or.sponge.and. mild,.nonabrasive.soap.or.detergent. 4.. Rinse.thoroughly.with.water.. NOTICE 5.. Blot.dry.using.a.clean,.damp.chamois. Never use a dry cloth, duster, glass cleaning solutions or citrus cleaner on acrylic plastic. NOTICE Do not use solvents such as acetone, silicone spray, benzine, carbon tetrachloride, fire ex- tinguisher fluid, dry cleaning fluid, lacquer thinner or ammonia.
General Maintenance R - 1 WINTERIZATION 4.. Be.sure.all.the.water.is.completely.drained.from. the.fresh.water.system..Disconnect.all.hoses,. check.valves,.etc..and.blow.all.the.water.from.the. A. Prior to Lifting for Winter Lay-up system.using.very.low.air.pressure..The.use.of. nontoxic,.fresh.water.system.antifreeze.is.recom- 1.. Pump.out.the.head.(dockside.discharge),.and.be. mended.as.an.alternative.to.disassembling.the. sure.the.holding.tank.is.empty..Flush.the.head. water.system..Refer.to.Section.J-7.-.System. holding.tank.with.soap,.water.and.a.deodorizer. Maintenance.in.this.manual.for.information.on. (e.g., Lysol Liquid™). Add more water if neces- winterizing.the.water.system. sary..Have.the.cleaning.solution.pumped.out. 5.. Winterize.the.head.as.recommended.by.the.head. 2.. Have.the.fuel.tank.either.full.or.completely.empty.. manufacturer..If.the.boat.is.equipped.with.a. See.the.Engine.Owner’s.manual.for.recom- holding.tank,.mix.some.antifreeze.solution.and. mendations..Also,.check.with.the.dry.dock.opera- pour.it.into.the.head..Transfer.some.of.the.anti- tors.for.recommendations..If.winter.storing.with.a. freeze to the holding tank by flushing the head. full.fuel.tank,.gasoline.winterizer.such.as.Sta-bil ®...
Periodically check hoses for Lysol Disinfectant™. abrasions. 3.. Place.small.dishes.of.rodent.poison.such.as. D-Con™ in a number of areas around the boat. Be NOTICE sure.dishes.are.placed.near.the.head.and.the. The Four Winns installed flush out kit for Volvo engines,.as.rodents.will.destroy.upholstery,.water. Penta engines is identified by a transom deck ® intake.and.discharge.hoses. mounted coupler & cap. This type of flush out may be used with the boat in or out of the 4..
Periodically check hoses for abrasions. NOTICE The Four Winns installed flush out kit for MerCruiser engines may be used with the ® boat in or out of the water and the engine ON.
R - 3 GENERAL MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE n i l e l l e l l l l u t t i Test Emergency Shut-Off Switch e l t t f i c t i (If Applicable) n (If Applicable) y t i y t i e (If Applicable) * Or as Required...
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Pre-launch and Underway S - 1 LAUNCH AND CRUISE CHECKLIST . Get.a.current.weather.report..If.the.weather.will.not.be.favorable,.postpone.your.trip.. . If.your.boat.has.been.out.of.the.water,.check.to.see.that.all.bilge.water.has.drained.out.. . Install.hull.drain.plugs..I nspect.the.hull.and.propeller.for.damage..Excessive.dirt.or.marine.growth.will.effect.your.boat’s.. performance and fuel efficiency. . Check.the.electrical.system.and.navigation.lights.. If your boat has been in the water, run the bilge pump until the flow of water stops. . . C heck.that.all.required.safety.equipment.is.on.board.and.in.good.working.condition..Examples.include.. personal flotation devices (PFDs), horn, fire extinguisher, visual distress signals, etc. Take along extra . drinking.water..C heck.that.other.important.equipment.is.on.board..Examples.include.mooring.lines,.anchor.and.line,.. tool kit, first aid kit, etc. . . O pen.engine.compartment..Inspect.for.fuel.odors.and.visible.leaks.in.the.fuel,.oil,.coolant,.exhaust.and. power.steering.systems.. .
C. Pumping Fuel S - 2 FUELING Follow engine manufacturer’s recommenda- Do not smoke; extinguish all open flames, tions for types of fuel and oil. Use of improper STOP all engines and other devices that could products can damage the engine and void the cause sparks, including the bilge blower.
S - 3 LOADING PASSENGERS NOTICE AND GEAR The NMMA Yacht Certification rating (indicated by a yacht certification plate - see Preface NOTE:.All.boats.under.20.feet.in.length.must.have.. page ) places the responsibility on the a.capacity.rating.plate.showing.the.recommended. captain to make the determination as to the person.capacity.as.well.as.the.maximum.capacity.. appropriate load, load placement and number of.the.boat.including.persons.and.gear..
B. Starting Passengers seated in the bow area should not obstruct the driver’s vision. To prevent excessive exposure and reduce the possibility of carbon monoxide accumu- IMPORTANT:.Passengers.are.prohibited.from.riding. lation in the cockpit areas of the boat, the on.the.bow.with.feet.hanging.over.the.side.or.ride. operator should provide adequate ventilation while.sitting.on.the.stern,.gunwales.or.seatbacks...
maneuver.your.boat.away.from.the.dock..Throw.moor- 8..C heck.steering.operation..Turn.steering.wheel. ing.lines.off.to.your.boat..Shift.your.boat’s.engine.into. full.to.port.and.starboard.while.observing.outdrive. forward.or.reverse.depending.on.whether.you.want.to. movement.. move the bow or the stern away from the dock first. Run.your.engine.at.a.slow.speed.as.you.move.away. 9..I nspect.for.fuel.odors.and.visible.leaks.in.the.fuel,. from the dock. If you move the bow out first, watch oil,.coolant,.exhaust.and.power.steering.systems.. that.the.stern.of.the.boat.does.not.swing.into.the.dock. or.a.piling.. 10... M ake.sure.boat.is.securely.moored.to.the.dock. and.engine.is.idling..Then.move.the.throttle.for- Once.away.from.the.dock,.devote.some.time.to. ward.and.then.aft.and.back.to.neutral.to.check.for. learning.how.to.maneuver..Practice.docking.using.an. proper.operation.of.the.shifting.motion..Be.careful.. imaginary.dock..Practice.stopping.and.reversing.. Leave.the.engine.in.gear.for.only.a.split-second.. B. Stopping S - 5 MANEUVERING Boats.have.no.brakes..Stopping.is.accomplished. by.backing.down.on.the.throttle..Practice.stopping. maneuvers.and.learn.early.how.your.boat.reacts.. Boat steering is not self-centering. Steering is From.forward.motion,.pull.the.throttle.back.towards.
Once.you.have.spent.enough.time.practicing.maneu- A.few.seconds.at.full.throttle.should.get.the.boat.over. the.hump.and.into.its.planing.attitude.. vers.and.have.a.feel.for.how.the.boat.handles,.you.will. be.ready.to.run.in.open.waters.. After.getting.over.the.hump,.accelerate.until.reaching. a.comfortable.plane,.then.throttle.down.to.cruising. S - 6 ACCELERATION speed. This also will provide for better fuel efficiency. S - 7 TRIMMING YOUR BOAT Before accelerating to bring you boat on plane, be sure that the area in front of your A. Trim Tabs (Applicable Models Only) boat is clear.
unit.out.too.far,.your.boat.will.porpoise.or.the.propel- 2..T he.switch.controls.the.position.of.the.stern.drive.. ler.will.cavitate,.and.the.bow.will.slam.up.and.down. Proper.trim.is.very.important.in.boating.. on.the.water..Your.boat.is.trimmed.correctly.when.it.is. just.short.of.porpoising.or.propeller.cavitation,.under. 3..I n.the.case.of.low.or.heavy.bow.attitude,.the. ideal.running.conditions.. boat tends to “plow” (Figure S3. The lower unit is trimmed.too.far.under.or.forward..Trim.the.unit.UP. Trim.your.boat.to.compensate.for.seas,.winds,.. (out).to.correct.this.situation.. or.uneven.loads.. 4. I f the bow is too high, the boat tends to “porpoise” (Figure.S5)..The.drive.unit.is.trimmed.up.or.out.too. Head.Seas Trim.drives.in.more.than. far..Trim.DN.(in).to.correct.. usual..Use.tabs.to.keep. bow.down.and.move.at.. 5..A .good.practice.is.to.get.underway.(especially. a.slower.speed. when.fully.loaded.or.pulling.a.skier).with.the.unit. Following.Seas . T o.prevent.taking.sea- trimmed.all.the.way.DN.(under)..After.the.boat.is. water.over.the.bow,.trim.
The.anchor.lights.and.navigation.lights.are.controlled. by.a.switch.at.the.helm..The.anchor.light.switch.allows. you.to.turn.on.just.the.stern.(white).light.when.an- chored.or.moored..While.underway,.use.the.naviga- tion.light.switch.to.turn.on.the.stern.(white),.port.(red). and.starboard.(green).lights..Lights.are.off.when. switches.are.in.the.OFF.position.. S - 9 HAZARDOUS CONDITIONS A. Storms Storms.sometimes.appear.without.advance.notice.. Although.weather.information.from.meteorological.ob- servation.and.reporting.stations.is.available,.weather. bureaus.are.known.to.have.failures.in.their.predic- tions.or.information.gathering.equipment..There.is.no. substitute.for.a.strong.understanding.of.what.action. to.take.when.the.weather.takes.a.turn.for.the.worse.. Many marinas fly weather signals. You should learn to.recognize.these.signals.and.monitor.your.local. Figures S3-S5: Trimming the Boat with Outdrive weather.forecasts.before.leaving.port.. The.present.and.forecasted.weather.conditions.are.of. S - 8 NAVIGATION LIGHTS primary.consideration,.but.a.threat.of.possible.storms. should.always.be.a.concern..Observance.of.the. Although.night.activities.are.limited,.cruising.at.night. following information will help in your safety afloat if can.be.very.pleasurable..It.can.also.be.dangerous.
B. Fog able,.return.to.port.slowly.to.prevent.further.drive.and. engine.damage.from.an.out-of-balance.condition.. Fog.is.a.result.of.either.warm.surface.or.cold.surface. Watch.the.temperature.gauge.to.make.sure.you.do. conditions..You.can.judge.the.likelihood.of.fog.forma- not.overheat.the.engine.. tion.by.periodically.measuring.the.air.temperature. and.dew.point.temperature..If.the.spread.(difference). If.the.boat.is.not.taking.on.any.water,.it.may.be.pos- between.these.two.temperatures.is.small,.you.likely. sible.to.rock.the.boat.by.shifting.the.weight.of.the.pas- will.incur.a.fog.situation..Remember.the.following. sengers.and.gear.and.by.raising.the.drive.unit.while. guidelines: reversing.the.engine.. •. Turn.on.running.lights.. If.you.ground.your.boat.on.a.sand.bar,.shut.down.the. engine.and.seek.help.from.another.boater.or.radio.for. •. . A s.fog.sets.in,.take.bearings.and.mark.your. help..See.your.dealer.as.soon.as.possible,.as.sand.in- position.on.the.chart.while.continuing.to.log.your. gested.in.the.engine.cooling.system.can.cause.major. course.and.speed.. engine.damage.. •. . M ake.sure.all.persons.aboard.are.wearing.their. PFDs.. D. Warning Markers • I f your boat has depth finding equipment, take sounding.and.match.them.with.soundings.on.your.
look for the cause of the flooding. Check all hoses, boat.to.determine.the.extent.of.damage.. through hull fittings, seacocks and strainers. If flooding occurs.as.a.result.of.collision.or.grounding.damage,. 1..M ake.sure.all.persons.aboard.are.wearing.their. call.for.assistance.and.head.for.shore.if.possible.. PFDs.. B. Capsizing and Man Overboard 2..I f.you.need.help.and.your.boat.has.a.ship-to-shore. radio, first contact the U. S. Coast Guard (VHF By.far,.the.largest.number.of.boating.fatalities.involve. Channel.16).or.other.rescue.authorities.immedi- capsizing.and.falling.overboard.accidents..By.being. ately.. prepared.ahead.of.time.with.an.appropriate.plan.of. action,.you.can.greatly.lower.your.chances.and.your. 3..P repare.to.assist.the.other.vessel.unless.your.pas- passengers’.chances.of.becoming.seriously.injured.. sengers.and/or.boat.are.in.danger.. C. Capsizing 4..I f.the.bow.of.the.other.boat.penetrated.your.boat’s. hull,.prepare.to.block.the.opening.once.the.boats. Wear.PFDs.or.have.them.readily.available.at.all.times.. are.separated..
• Open flames demand constant attention. Control Failure • K eep flammable materials in approved contain- In.the.unlikely.event.of.a.shift/throttle.failure,.shut. ers.in.a.overboard.vented.locker.sealed.from.the. down.the.engine.immediately..Carefully.check.the. interior.of.the.boat.. control.connections.in.the.engine.compartment.to. •. Ensure.ventilation.systems.are.unobstructed.. see.if.they.are.secure..If.not,.try.to.locate.the.attach- ing.hardware.and.reassemble..If.that.is.not.possible,. •. Remove.mooring.covers.before.starting.engine.. try.to.use.whatever.is.available.such.as.paper.clips,. •. Check.the.bilge.for.fuel.leaks.. hair.clips,.tape,.etc.,.to.secure.the.connections..If.a. temporary.repair.is.made,.return.to.port.at.the.slowest. •. Extinguish.smoking.materials.carefully.. steerable.speed.and.be.prepared.to.take.emergency. • U se special care with flame or high temperatures action.should.the.temporary.repair.fail.also..Have.your. around.urethane.foam.. dealer.make.repairs.before.using.the.boat.again.. • Check cleaning products for flammability. J. Steering Failure •. Ventilate.when.cleaning.or.painting.. If.a.problem.with.the.steering.occurs,.shut.down.the.
S - 11 RETURNING TO SHORE A. Docking Always.approach.the.dock.slowly..Think.before.acting.. If you are wondering whether your boat will fit in a space.against.a.dock,.remember.that.pilings.are.often. (but.not.always).spaced.10.feet.apart.. Remember.that.it.is.easier.to.control.a.boat.in.reverse. because.a.boat.steers.from.the.stern..When.backing. into.a.slip,.back.so.that.bow.swings.into.the.wind.if. possible..You.will.have.more.control.. If.possible,.come.in.against.the.wind.or.current,.which- ever.is.stronger..Approach.the.dock.at.a.30-45°.angle.. As.the.boat.nears.the.dock,.slowly.swing.parallel.to.it.. Tie the bow line first; then the stern. If wind or current is.moving.toward.the.dock,.move.parallel.to.the.dock. further.out..Let.the.wind.or.current.push.you.in... Tie the stern first, then the bow. Figure S6: Mooring Lines Use.extreme.caution.if.wind.or.current.is.from.your. If.you.are.mooring.your.boat.for.a.short.time,.bow.and. stern..Back.in.towards.the.dock.slowly.at.a.slight. stern.lines.may.be.the.only.lines.you.will.need..If.you. angle.with.engine.in.slow.reverse..Gently.swing.. are.mooring.your.boat.for.a.longer.time.or.the.currents. parallel. Tie stern first, then the bow. are.swift,.you.should.use.spring.lines..The.stern.spring. line.leads.from.the.boat’s.stern.cleat.forward.to.the. If.the.weather.looks.bad,.use.spring-lines.from.the. piling.or.cleat.on.the.dock..The.bow.spring.line.leads. bow.and.stern.to.dock.amidships.of.the.boat..Tie. from.the.bow.cleat.aft.to.the.dock.. up.on.the.downwind.side.of.the.dock..If.the.wind.is.
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CAPSTAN.-.A.machine.that.moves.a.cylindrical. DEAD.RECKONING.-.A.plot.of.courses.steered.and. device.on.a.shaft.for.the.purpose.of.hauling.up.an. distances.traveled.through.the.water. anchor. DECK.-.A.permanent.covering.over.a.compartment,. CAST.OFF.-.To.let.go. hull.or.any.part.thereof. CATAMARAN.-.A.twin-hulled.boat,.with.the.hulls.. DESIGNATOR - Model identifier or model name. being.side-by-side. 1..to.mark.or.point.out;.indicate;.show;.specify.. 2..to.denote;.indicate;.signify.. CHINE.-.The.intersection.of.a.boat’s.bottom.and.side... 3..to.name;.entitle;.style. If this intersection is rounded, it is a “soft” chine. . If the intersection is squared off, it is a “hard” chine. DINGHY.-.A.small,.open.boat.used.for.ship.to.shore. transportation. CHOCK - 1. A fitting or hole in a railing or deck through.which.a.mooring.or.anchor.line.is.routed..DISPLACEMENT.-.The.weight.of.water.dislocated.by. 2..A.wedge.used.to.secure.an.item.in.place. the.hull.of.a.vessel. CIRCUIT.BREAKER.-.A.device.used.to.interrupt.an. DISPLACEMENT HULL - A hull that “displaces” a electrical circuit when current flow exceeds a predeter- volume.of.water.equal.to.the.weight.of.the.boat...A.hull. mined.level. designed.to.run.in.the.water.rather.than.on.top.of.the. water...When.a.displacement.hull.moves.through.the. CLEAT - A double-ended deck fitting to which lines water,.it.pushes.that.water.out.of.the.way...Water.will. are.secured;.usually.anvil-shaped. then flow around the hull and fill the “hole” the boat leaves.astern.. COAMINGS.-.Raised.lips.around.cockpits.or.hatches. used.to.keep.water.from.entering. DOCUMENTED.VESSEL.-.Documented.yachts.have. been.specially.registered.with.the.U.S..Coast.Guard... COCKPIT.-.An.exposed.deck.area.(usually.aft).that.is.
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EVEN KEEL - To be floating evenly without listing to FREEBOARD.-.The.minimum.vertical.distance.from. the.surface.of.the.water.to.the.gunwale. either.side. FREQUENCY - The number of crests passing a fixed EXHAUST.SYSTEM.-.The.means.by.which.the.hot. engine.(or.generator).exhaust.gases.are.moved.from. point.at.a.given.time. the.engine.to.an.outboard.port.and.then.released.into. atmosphere. FRONTS.-.Where.opposing.warm.and.cold.air. masses.meet,.generally.producing.a.band.of.wet,. stormy.weather.wherever.they.meet. EYE.SPLICE.-.A.permanent.loop.spliced.in.the.end.. of.a.line. GALLEY.-.The.kitchen.area.of.a.boat. FAST.-.Said.of.an.object.that.is.secured.to.another. GALVANIC.CORROSION.-.A.potential.electrical. difference.exists.between.dissimilar.metals.immersed. FATHOM.-.Six.feet. in.a.conductive.solution.(e.g.,.salt.water)..If.these. metals.touch.or.are.otherwise.electrically.connected,. FENDER.-.A.device.(usually.constructed.of.rubber.or. plastic).positioned.so.as.to.absorb.the.impact.between. this potential difference produces an electron flow vessels.or.dock. between.them..The.attack.on.the.less.corrosion. resistant.metal.is.usually.increased.and.the.attack.on. the.more.resistant.metal.is.decreased,.as.compared. FETCH.-.The.unobstructed.distance.that.the.wind.can. to.when.these.metals.are.not.touching. blow.over.the.water.to.create.waves. FLARE.-.1..Outboard.curve.of.the.hull.as.it.comes.up. GANGWAY.-.The.area.of.a.ship’s.side.where.people. the.side.from.the.waterline;.the.reverse.of.tumble. board.and.disembark. home..2..A.pyrotechnic.device.used.for.emergency. GASKET.-.A.strip.of.sealing.material,.usually.rubber,. signaling. set.along.the.edge.of.a.water.or.gas.tight.door,.port,. cover.or.hatch.
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MODEL DESIGNATOR - Model identifier or model POINT.-.One.of.32.points.of.the.compass.that.is.equal. name. to.11-1/4.degrees. MOORING.-.An.arrangement.for.securing.a.boat.. PORT.-.1..Looking.forward,.the.left.side.of.a.boat,.. to.a.mooring.buoy.or.pier. 2..A.harbor,..3..An.opening.for.light.or.ventilation.or. passage.of.material.in.the.side.of.a.boat. NAVIGATION.LIGHTS.-.A.set.of.red.and.green.or. white.lights.which.must.be.shown.by.all.vessels. PORT.BEAM.-.The.left-center.of.a.boat. between.dusk.and.dawn. PORT.BOW.-.Facing.the.bow,.the.front.left.side. OVERHEAD.-.A.ceiling.or.roof.of.a.vessel. PORT.QUARTER.-.Looking.forward,.a.vessel’s.left. OVERBOARD.-.Over.the.side.of.the.boat. rear.section. OUTBOARD.-.1..From.the.fore-and-aft.centerline.of.a. QUARTER.-.The.sides.of.a.boat.aft.of.amidships. boat.toward.both.the.port.and.starboard.sides...2..The. seaward.side.of.a.moored.boat...3...An.engine.that.is. QUARTERING.SEA.-.Sea.coming.on.a.boat’s.. mounted.externally.onto.the.transom.of.a.boat. quarter. PAINTER.-.A.line.to.the.bow.of.a.small.boat.used.for. RED-RIGHT-RETURNING.-.A.term.for.helmsmen.. making.fast. that.buoys.and.day.markers.are.on.the.right.when. returning.from.seaward. PASSAGEWAY.-.A.corridor.or.hallway.aboard.ship. REEF.-.A.shallow.underwater.barrier. PENNANT.-.The.line.by.which.a.boat.is.made.fast.. to.a.mooring.buoy;.also.pendant. REEVE.-.To.pass.a.line.through.a.block.or.other. opening. PERSONAL.FLOATATION.DEVICE.(PFD).-.. A.life.preserver. RIDGES - High pressure fingers extending out . from.a.high. PIER.-.A.loading.platform.that.extends.at.an.angle.
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SHACKLE - A “U” shaped connector with a pin . STRUT.-.A.propeller.shaft.support.that.is.below.. or.bolt.across.the.open.end. the.hull. SHAFT.-.The.long,.round.member.that.connects.. SUMP.-.A.pit.or.well.into.which.water.is.drained. the.engine.or.transmission.to.the.propeller. SUPERSTRUCTURE.-.Deck.houses.and.other. SHAFT LOG - A fitting at the hull bottom where the structures.extending.above.the.deck. shaft.connecting.an.engine.to.its.propeller.penetrates. the.hull...A.shaft.log.permits.the.shaft.to.rotate.while. THWART.-.A.seat.or.brace.running.laterally.across.. simultaneously.preventing.water.from.entering.. a.boat. the.hull. THWARTSHIPS.-.At.right.angles.to.the.centerline. SHEER.-.The.top.of.the.hull’s.curvature.at.the.deck. line.from.the.bow.to.the.stern. TILLER.-.A.bar.or.handle.for.turning.a.boat’s.rudder,. or.motor. SHEER.STRAKE.-.The.upper.edge.of.the.hull,. immediately.below.the.deck. TOPSIDE.-.To.go.up.to.the.top.deck. SHEET.BEND.-.A.knot.used.to.join.tow.ropes. TRANSOM.-.The.stern.cross-section.of.a.square. sterned.boat SHOAL.-.An.area.of.shallow.water. TRANSVERSE.-.Across.the.vessel;.athwartships. SILENCER - A baffled chamber installed in an . exhaust.system.to.reduce.the.noise. TRIM.-.Fore.and.aft.balance.of.a.boat. SOLE - Term for deck, cabin or cockpit floor. TROUGH.-.1..The.valley.that.exists.between.waves... 2..A.trough.is.the.opposite.of.a.ridge.in.that.it.is.an. SPAR.-.A.general.term.for.booms,.masts,.yards.etc. elongated.low-pressure.area.extending.out.from.a. low...A.trough.normally.indicates.unsettled.weather. SPRING.LINE.-.A.pivot.line.used.in.docking,.undoc king,.or.to.prevent.the.boat.from.moving.forward.or. TUMBLE HOME - The opposite of flare. The shape .
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WATER.LINE.-.The.line.of.the.water.on.the.hull.when. the vessel is afloat. WATCH.-.A.4.hour.duty.period.while.at.sea. WAVES.-.Waves.are.periodic.disturbances.of.the. sea’s.surface,.caused.by.wind,.seaquakes,.and.the. gravitational.pull.of.the.moon.and.the.sun. Glossary Owner’s Manual Page ...
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310 Horizon™ Locator Drawing (Note: Representative Location Only - availability and locations of equipment may vary depending on optional equipment installed. Locations and availability is subject to change without notice). Locator Drawing Owner’s Manual Page ...
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