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Dear New Boat Owner,
Welcome to the Pathfinder Family!
Thank you for choosing a Pathfinder boat to transport you to
your angling dreams. We believe the Pathfinder 2300 HPS is the
best all-purpose boat on the market, and we're sure that you'll be
completely satisfied with the unmatched performance, quality and
fishability of your new boat.
We value your input, not just at the time of the sale, but
throughout the entire boat ownership period, and we've taken
steps to allow you to share that information. Over the next year or
so, you will receive at least two questionnaires to fill out and return.
Be sure to visit our website
information on company events like our Owner's Tournaments and
Corporate Calendar. You'll find a wealth of information on our
Forum, where you can ask questions, get answers and join other
Pathfinder owners to discuss all applications of your boat. We're
proud to have you as a member of the Pathfinder family!
Tight lines and screaming drags!
D. Scott Deal
M a v e r i c k B o a t C o m p a n y , I n c .
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- Page 1 Dear New Boat Owner, Welcome to the Pathfinder Family! Thank you for choosing a Pathfinder boat to transport you to your angling dreams. We believe the Pathfinder 2300 HPS is the best all-purpose boat on the market, and we’re sure that you’ll be completely satisfied with the unmatched performance, quality and fishability of your new boat.
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Page 2: Maximum Capacities
M o d e l Y e a r 2 0 1 2 ! T A B L E O F C O NT E NT S Yamaha Engine Break-In Periods........4 Optional Rear Seating with Backrest......24 Engine Stop Switch..............4 Optional Dual Battery System........25 Fuel / Water Separators............5 Optional Salt Water Washdown........26 Garboard Drain Plug............6... - Page 3 Company. Cleaning Each Pathfinder boat is constructed using the finest materials and components available. However, no material is immune to the ravages of the saltwater environment. After each use, your boat should be rinsed thoroughly with fresh water. A mild detergent may also be used to remove any dirt, silt or stains.
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Page 4: Engine Stop Switch
An engine stop switch system that is not used or does not function properly can cause death or serious injury. DO NOT operate the boat if the engine stop switch system does not function properly. Go to a Pathfinder Dealer... -
Page 5: Garboard Drain Plug
12 of this Owner’s Manual for information on your boats bilge system. Fuel-Water Separator Each Pathfinder 2300 HPS is equipped with a fuel water separator to ensure maximum performance and protect the outboard engine from contaminated gasoline. The fuel separator... -
Page 6: Switch Panel
M o d e l Y e a r 2 0 1 2 ! SW I T CH AND I NST R UM ENT PANEL Switch Panel The dual activation switches are set in a standard grid, these switches can be flipped either up or down to control different accessories. -
Page 7: Hps Boat Layout
Become familiar with the boat layout and features to take advantage of their special qualities. All Pathfinder boats are designed by anglers, for anglers, to offer the best fishing features in the Bay Boat market. The Pathfinder’s superior layout offers hands-free fishability with the most storage and casting room available. -
Page 8: Backing Plates
The diagram below shows all the screw-retention backing plates (trolling motor, T-Top, Leaning Post) originally placed in the deck of a Pathfinder 2300 HPS during the construction process. M a v e r i c k B o a t C o m p a n y , I n c . - Page 9 To top it off, it’s lockable. The Leaning Post The leaning post comes standard with the Pathfinder 2300 HPS and includes a folding footrest, four rodholders, two drink holders, cushions. A storage tray is located beneath the cushion.
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Page 10: Cockpit Courtesy Lights
M o d e l Y e a r 2 0 1 2 ! COCKPIT COURTESY LIGHTS Cockpit Courtesy Lights The cockpit comes equipped with four L.E.D. courtesy lights installed at the factory. On the switch panel located to the left of the steering helm, the second switch to the right operates the cockpit courtesy lights. -
Page 11: Trolling Motor
Trolling Motor Your Pathfinder 2300 HPS comes standard with a 24V trolling motor wiring system. A trolling motor mounting plate was built into the bow of your Pathfinder during the manufacturing process. All trolling motors should be attached by drilling through the mounting plate with a 13/64”... - Page 12 M o d e l Y e a r 2 0 1 2 ! SYST EM S Ball Valves Ball valves can be used to serve several purposes. They allow seawater to enter the boat, in the case of livewells, and they also act as a safeguard to stop water from entering.
- Page 13 Bilge The bilge of your Pathfinder 2300 HPS should always be checked after launch. A small amount of water in the bilge is normal for this area of the boat. Large amounts of water or any signs of fuel or oil require immediate attention. Never pump fuel or oil overboard while your boat is in the water.
- Page 14 PR OPS Props Prop selection on your Pathfinder 2300 HPS is determined by your local Pathfinder dealer but based on recommendations made by Pathfinder Boat Company and Yamaha Marine to give your boat the maximum overall performance. Different prop designs may improve performance or can be tailored to enhance specifics of boat and motor performance.
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Page 15: Fuel System
FUEL SYSTEM Your Pathfinder 2300 HPS comes with a 60-gallon aluminum fuel cell stationed midship between the stringers just below and in front of the console. The fuel fill receptacle is on the port gunwale forward of the console. There's also a recessed fuel overflow vent on the port side of the boat just below the fuel receptacle. -
Page 16: Self Bailing Cockpit
SEL F -B AI L I NG COCKPI T & L I VEW EL L SYST EM Self Bailing Cockpit The cockpit on your Pathfinder 2300 HPS is designed to be self-bailing, so that all water that comes into the cockpit can immediately flush out the back of the boat. This avoids holding standing water and allows the boat to drain at all times, including while docked. - Page 17 W I R I NG Wiring A wiring diagram of your Pathfinder 2300 HPS has been included to help troubleshoot any electrical problems or add additional electronics or electrical connections. We recommend you use a trained marine electrician for all electrical issues.
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Page 18: Trim Tabs
Trim Tabs Trim tabs are a standard item on the Pathfinder 2300 HPS. We use external 9 X 12-inch Lenco electric trim tabs which can enhance the boat’s performance. Because the tabs are electric, there is no hydraulic trim tab pump, thus eliminating the possibility for fluid leaks as with other trim tab manufacturers. - Page 19 Power Poles Power Poles come as an option with the Pathfinder 2300 HPS and give the boat operator the ability to quickly and quietly stop the boat while in shallow water. Whether you want to enjoy a view, or if you’ve stumbled upon a group of tailing redfish the power pole will stop the boat quickly and easily.
- Page 20 M o d e l Y e a r 2 0 1 2 ! Warranty Your relationship with your and have extensive expertise available and will create a local Pathfinder dealer should troubleshooting a wide range direct link from the boat never end with the delivery of of boat related issues.