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  • Page 3: Hull Identification Number

    Port Engine Serial Number: _________________________________________ Starboard Engine Serial Number: ____________________________________ Hull Identification Number: __________________________________________ Date of Purchase __________________________________________________ Hull Identification Number • The Hull Identification Number (HIN) is located on the starboard side of the transom. • Record the HIN (and the engine serial numbers) in the space provided above. •...

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    CONTENTS Chapter 1: Welcome Aboard! Chapter 3: Controls Dealer Service Steering About Your Express Limited Autopilot (If Equipped) Transferable Warranty Docking On Command (D.O.C.) System Boating Experience (If Equipped) Engines & Accessories Guidelines Shift/Throttle Controls Engines & Accessories Literature Trim Tabs Safety Standards Chapter 4: Navigation &...
  • Page 5 Chapter 6: Deck Equipment Chapter 10: Electrical System Cleats 12-Volt DC System 31 Batteries Windlass (If Equipped) 31 Battery Switches Davit (If Equipped) 31 Fuses and Circuit Breakers 31 12-Volt Accessory Outlet(s) Canvas (If Equipped) 32 Alternators 32 Battery Charger or Inverter/Charger Chapter 7: Appliances &...
  • Page 6 Hazard Boxes & Symbols The hazard boxes and symbols shown below are used throughout this supplement to call attention to potentially dan- gerous situations which could lead to either personal injury or product damage. Read ALL warnings carefully and follow all safety instructions. DANGE R! This box alerts you to immediate hazards which WILL cause severe personal injury or death if the warning is ignored.

  • Page 7: Chapter 1: Welcome Aboard

    If this is your first yacht or if you are changing to a type of yacht you are not familiar with, obtain handling and oper- ating experience before assuming command of the yacht.

  • Page 8: Engines & Accessories Guidelines

    • Installing different engines or other accessories may cause unwanted handling characteristics. • Should you choose to install different engines or to add accessories that will affect the yacht’s running trim, have an experienced marine technician perform a safety inspection and handling test before operating your yacht again.

  • Page 9: Qualified Maintenance

    • Failure to maintain your yacht’s systems (listed in the warning above) as designed could violate the laws in your jurisdiction and could expose you and other people to the danger of bodily injury or accidental death.

  • Page 10: Boat Lifting

    • Water in the bilge can shift and change the balance of the load. • If water is present in the bilge, pump or drain the water out of the bilge areas before lifting your yacht. • When lifting your yacht, always position the lifting slings at the port and starboard, lifting sling label positions.

  • Page 11: Special Care For Moored Boats

    • This will detract from the yacht’s beauty, greatly affect its performance and may damage the gelcoat. • There are two methods of slowing marine growth: Periodically haul the yacht out of the water and scrub the hull bottom with a bristle brush and a solution of soap and water.

  • Page 12: Carbon Monoxide (Co)

    CHAPTER 1: WELCOME ABOARD! Meridian Yachts • Owner’s Manual Carbon Monoxide (CO) DANGE R! CARBON MONOXIDE POISONING HAZARD! DANGE R Carbon monoxide gas (CO) is colorless, odorless, and extremely dangerous. All engines, generators, and fuel burning appliances produce CO as exhaust. Direct and prolonged exposure to CO will cause BRAIN DAMAGE or DEATH.

  • Page 13: Sources Of Co

    • Read and understand the manufacturer’s instructions for your CO alarm system. If you did not receive an instruc- tion manual, call (800) 383-0269 and one will be mailed to you. • If your yacht is not equipped with a carbon monoxide alarm, consider purchasing one from your dealer or marine supply store.

  • Page 14: Chapter 2: Propulsion & Related Systems

    • The cooling system’s seawater strainers should be checked for leaks and debris every time you use your yacht. For instructions on how to clean the seawater strainers, see the Seawater Systems section of this Owner’s Manual.

  • Page 15: Engine Room Ventilation System

    • Always run the bilge blowers for at least four minutes before starting the engines or the generator (if equipped). • Continue to run the blowers until your yacht has reached cruising speed. • Always run the blowers when operating the yacht below cruising speed.

  • Page 16: Fuel System

    CHAPTER 2: PROPULSION & RELATED SYSTEMS Meridian Yachts • Owner’s Manual Fuel System Carefully read the fuel section of both the Owner’s Manual and the engine operation manual, paying special attention to the subject of fuel recommendations. WARNING! FIRE, EXPLOSION AND OPEN FLAME HAZARD! •...

  • Page 17: Fuel Transfer Pump (If Equipped)

    • This valves will prevent fuel from siphoning from the tanks in the event of a fuel line rupture. Oil Change System (If Equipped) Your yacht may feature an oil change pump to simplify draining and filling engine and generator oil. See the oil change system instructions for information on the use of this system.

  • Page 18: Shaft-Transmission Alignment

    The alignment has been performed at the factory and was rechecked by the dealer CARBON/GRAPHITE TRANSMISSION FLANGE after the yacht had been in the water for 48 hours. OUTPUT FLANGE CLAMPS • An alignment inspection should be performed by a COUPLER...

  • Page 19: Chapter 3: Controls

    Chapter 3: Controls Steering • This yacht features a power assisted rack-and-pinion steering system. • Check the fluid level in the power steering reservoir every time you use your yacht. • Yacht steering is not self-centering. Autopilot (If Equipped) WARNING! •...

  • Page 20: Docking On Command (D.o.c.) System (If Equipped)

    Note the following: • Once cruising speed is reached, the port or starboard trim switch may be used (one at a time) to level the yacht. • Perform trim tab adjustment with several short touches to the switch rather than one long one.

  • Page 21: Chapter 4: Navigation & Communication Equipment

    • DO NOT use the depth finder as a navigational aid to prevent collision, grounding, yacht damage or personal injury. • When the yacht is moving, submerged objects will not be seen until they are already under the yacht. • Bottom depths may change too quickly to allow time for the yacht to react.

  • Page 22: Chapter 5: Plumbing

    • The bilge pumps are controlled by automatic bilge pump float switches (autofloat switches) and/or switches at the helm. • The bilge pumps are wired directly to the battery so they will normally function even when your yacht is com- pletely shut down and left unattended.

  • Page 23: Autofloat Switches

    Meridian Yachts • Owner’s Manual CHAPTER 5: PLUMBING Autofloat Switches • The automatic bilge pumps use float (autofloat) switches to automatically turn on the pumps whenever water accumulates above a preset level in the bilge. • The autofloat switches are normally mounted next to the bilge pumps they control.

  • Page 24: Freshwater System

    • Inspect and clean the water filter often (located on the water pump). • When your yacht is to be left unattended for long periods of time, pump the water tank dry to prevent stored water from becoming stagnant and distasteful.

  • Page 25: Water Heating Systems

    • The water heater should be drained and the power turned OFF when the possibility of freezing exists. NOTICE If your yacht is connected to shore power or generator power, but the water heater is not working: • Make sure the water heater circuit breaker on the AC panel is switched ON.

  • Page 26: Drain Systems

    CHAPTER 5: PLUMBING Meridian Yachts • Owner’s Manual Drain Systems Deck Drains • Water on the deck is drained overboard through the deck drains. • Keep the deck drains free of debris. Sink Drains Gray water (water from the sinks) is gravity drained overboard.

  • Page 27: Seawater Systems

    • Seawater strainers are used in water pickup systems to filter incoming seawater. • A seawater strainer is located near each system’s seacock. • Check the strainers for leaks and/or debris every time you use your yacht. • If debris is found, clean the seawater strainer as follows:...

  • Page 28: Marine Head System

    2. Remove the drain plug in the base and pump again to remove all of the water. • Do not fill the bowl with anti-freeze. • Close the intake seacock while the yacht is underway or whenever the yacht is left moored in the water. VacuFlush Head System (If Equipped) The VacuFlush head system uses freshwater from the water tank and a vacuum generator to flush waste from the toi- let into the holding tank.

  • Page 29: Chapter 6: Deck Equipment

    • Turn on the windlass breaker before using the anchor windlass. • To haul the anchor, use engine power (not the windlass) to move the yacht to, and directly above, the anchor. • Use the windlass to dislodge the anchor from the bottom by pulling it straight up.

  • Page 30: Davit (If Equipped)

    • Before using the davit read the davit’s operating instructions and heed the warnings above. • Make sure that the davit breaker is turned on before using the davit. Canvas (If Equipped) CAUTION! Take down and securely stow the convertible top, side curtains and back cover before trans- porting your yacht by road.

  • Page 31: Chapter 7: Appliances & Entertainment Systems

    Read the instruction manuals for all of the audio & visual equipment before using this equipment for the first time. Dockside Television & Telephone Inlet To use a telephone or receive cable TV transmission, the yacht must be hooked up to a dockside source using the TV/ telephone inlet.

  • Page 32: Propane System (If Equipped)

    CHAPTER 7: APPLIANCES & ENTERTAINMENT SYSTEMS Meridian Yachts • Owner’s Manual Propane System (If Equipped) DANGE R! CARBON MONOXIDE POISONING HAZARD! The propane stove is a potential source of dangerous carbon monoxide gas (CO). Do not operate without adequate ventilation.

  • Page 33: Electric Stove (If Equipped)

    Meridian Yachts • Owner’s Manual CHAPTER 7: APPLIANCES & ENTERTAINMENT SYSTEMS Electric Stove (If Equipped) WARNING! BURN/SCALDING and/or FIRE HAZARD! • Read the stove’s instruction manual before using. • Always keep an approved ABC-type fire extinguisher in galley area. • Do not use the stove while underway.

  • Page 34: Chapter 8: Lights

    Chapter 8: Lights Care and Maintenance All of the lights installed on your yacht are of top quality, but you should be aware that failure may periodically occur for a variety of reasons: 1. There may be a blown fuse - replace the fuse.

  • Page 35: Chapter 9: Heating & Air Conditioning

    • Before using the electric heaters, make sure the breakers on the AC panel are turned on. Heat Exchanger Cabin Heater (If Equipped) Your yacht may feature a heat exchanger cabin heater. This heater runs directly off the port engine. Before using the heat exchanger cabin heater: Read the manufacturer’s instruction manual.

  • Page 36: Chapter 10: Electrical System

    SHOCK & ELECTRICAL SYSTEM DAMAGE HAZARD! NEVER disconnect the battery cables while the engine is running since it can cause damage to your yacht’s electrical system components. NOTICE Electrical connections are prone to corrosion. To reduce corrosion caused electrical problems, keep all electrical connections clean and apply a spray-on protectant that is designed to protect connections from corrosion.

  • Page 37: 12-Volt Dc System

    CHAPTER 10: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM 12-Volt DC System Batteries The batteries supply electricity for lights, accessories, and engine starting. The Electrical section of Chapter 8, in the Cruiser & Yacht Owner’s Manual Supplement, provides battery, care and maintenance instructions. Battery Switches CAUTION! •...

  • Page 38: Alternators

    CAUTION! The battery charging systems (alternator and battery charger or inverter/battery charger) installed on your yacht are designed to charge conventional lead-acid batteries. Before install- ing gel-cell or other new technology batteries, consult with the battery manufacturer about charging system requirements.

  • Page 39: Alternating Current (Ac) System

    Meridian Yachts • Owner’s Manual CHAPTER 10: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Alternating Current (AC) System CAUTION! WATER HEATER DAMAGE HAZARD! • DO NOT turn on the water heater circuit breaker, on the AC panel, until the water heater tank is COMPLETELY filled with water.

  • Page 40: Shore Power

    CHAPTER 10: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Meridian Yachts • Owner’s Manual Shore Power DANGE R! FIRE, EXPLOSION & SHOCK HAZARD! • DO NOT alter shore power connectors and use only compatible connectors. • Before plugging in or unplugging the shore power cord to your boat, make sure all breakers and switches on the AC master panel are turned OFF.

  • Page 41: Connecting To Shore Power

    • Before using the shore power cable hoist, read the cable hoist manual, included in your owner’s packet. Inverter Power (If Equipped) • The inverter allows the batteries to supply AC power to some accessories when your yacht is not connected to shore power.

  • Page 42: Generator (If Equipped)

    AC panel. • The generator can supply AC power to your yacht when it is not connected to shore power. • Do not bypass the safety lockouts and supply an accessory with more than one source of power at a time.

  • Page 43: Starting Generator

    Run the bilge blowers (gas generators only) for a minimum of four minutes before starting the generator. Leave the blowers on while the generator is running unless your yacht is up to cruising speed. Refer to the generator manual for starting/stopping instructions.

  • Page 44: Important Records

    IMPORTANT RECORDS Meridian Yachts • Owner’s Manual Im por tan t Records Selling Dealer Plumbing Name Of Dealership Fresh Water Tank Capacity Waste Holding Tank Capacity Address Key Numbers Phone/FAX/E-mail Cabin Ignition Sales Manager Other Other Service Manager Electronics Engines...

  • Page 45: Float Plan

    Meridian Yachts • Owner’s Manual FLOAT PLAN Float Plan Before going boating, fill out a copy of this float plan (or similar) and leave it with a reliable person whom you can depend on to contact the Coast Guard or other rescue organization, if you do not return as scheduled.
  • Page 46 FLOAT PLAN Meridian Yachts • Owner’s Manual Survival Equipment Trip Expectations Number of PFDs Flares (Yes/No) Mirror (yes or no) Departing From Smoke Signals (Yes/No) Flashlight (Yes/No) Food (Yes/No) Departure Date Departure Time Water (Yes/No) Anchor (Yes/No) Raft/Dinghy (Yes/No) Stopover 1...

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