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  • Page 3: Hull Identification Number

    Date of Purchase: _________________________________________ Port Engine Serial Number: _________________________________ Starboard Engine Serial Number: ____________________________ Hull Identification Number:__________________________________ Hull Identification Number • The Hull Identification Number (HIN) is located on the starboard aft cor- ner of the hull. • Record the HIN (and the engine serial numbers) in the space provided above.

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    CONTENTS Chapter 1: Welcome Aboard! Chapter 4: Controls & Gauges Dimensions & Tank Capacities 1 Steering 45 Hydraulic Steering System 45 Dealer Service 1 Rudder Stuffing Gland 45 Warranty Information 1 Autopilot 46 Boating Experience 2 Shift/Throttle Controls 46 Qualified Maintenance 2 Engine Synchronization (If Equipped) 46 Structural Limitations 2 Trim Tabs 47...
  • Page 5 Chapter 7: Deck Equipment Chapter 11: Electrical Systems Cleats 63 24/12-Volt DC System 76 Batteries 76 Windlass 63 Battery Switches 76 Radar Wing 64 Emergency Battery Parallel Switch 77 Davit 64 Fuses & Circuit Breakers 77 Flexiteek Decking Care & Maintenance (If Equipped) 64 12-Volt DC Accessory Outlets 78 Stain Removal 64 Alternators 78...
  • 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 fol- low all safety instructions.

  • Page 7: Chapter 1: Welcome Aboard

    580 Pilothouse • Owner’s Manual Chapter 1: Welcome Aboard! • This Owner’s Manual provides specific information about your yacht that is not covered in the Cruiser & Yacht Owner’s Manual Supplement. • The Cruiser & Yacht Owner’s Manual Supplement contains general information about safe operating practices, general boating regulations, and general maintenance techniques.

  • Page 8: Boating Experience

    Chapter 1: Welcome Aboard! 580 Pilothouse • Owner’s Manual Boating Experience WARNING! CONTROL HAZARD! An experienced operator MUST be in control of your yacht at ALL times. Do NOT operate your yacht while under the influence of alcohol or drugs.

  • Page 9: Engine & Accessory Guidelines & Literature

    580 Pilothouse • Owner’s Manual Chapter 1: Welcome Aboard! Engine & Accessory Guidelines & Literature NOTICE BEFORE starting or working on your engine(s), read the engine manual. NOTICE BEFORE using the accessories on your yacht, read the accessory manuals. NOTICE BEFORE storing your yacht, refer to your engine and accessory manuals for storage/ winterization instructions.

  • Page 10: Safety Standards

    Chapter 1: Welcome Aboard! 580 Pilothouse • Owner’s Manual Safety Standards DANGER! FALLING and ROTATING PROPELLER HAZARD! • NEVER allow anyone to ride on parts of your yacht NOT designed for such use. • Sitting on seat backs, lounging on the forward deck, bow riding, gun- wale riding or occupying the transom platform while underway is especially hazardous and WILL cause personal injury or death.

  • Page 11: Special Care For Moored Yachts

    580 Pilothouse • Owner’s Manual Chapter 1: Welcome Aboard! Special Care for Moored Yachts • Whether moored in saltwater or freshwater, your yacht will collect marine growth on its hull bottom. • This will detract from your yacht’s beauty, greatly affect its performance, and may damage the gel coat.

  • Page 12: Yacht Lifting

    Chapter 1: Welcome Aboard! 580 Pilothouse • Owner’s Manual Yacht Lifting WARNING! PERSONAL INJURY and/or PRODUCT or PROPERTY DAMAGE HAZARD! • Lifting slings can slip on the hull, which could cause serious injury or death. • Reduce the risk of sling slippage by ALWAYS securing the lifting slings together BEFORE lifting.

  • Page 13: Carbon Monoxide (Co)

    580 Pilothouse • Owner’s Manual Chapter 1: Welcome Aboard! Carbon Monoxide (CO) DANGER! • Carbon monoxide gas (CO) is colorless, odorless, tasteless, and extremely dangerous. • ALL engines, generators, and fuel burning appliances produce CO as exhaust. • Prolonged exposure to low concentrations or very quick exposure to high concentrations WILL cause BRAIN DAMAGE or DEATH.

  • Page 14: Where & How Co Can Accumulate

    Chapter 1: Welcome Aboard! 580 Pilothouse • Owner’s Manual Where & How CO Can Accumulate Stationary conditions that increase CO accumulations include: A. Using engine, generator, or other fuel burning device when yacht is moored in a confined B. Mooring too close to another boat that is using its space.

  • Page 15: Co Checklists

    580 Pilothouse • Owner’s Manual Chapter 1: Welcome Aboard! CO Checklists Trip Checklist Educate all passengers about the symptoms of CO poisoning and where CO may accumulate. When docked, or rafted with another boat, be aware of exhaust emissions from the other boats.

  • Page 16: Chapter 2: Locations

    580 Pilothouse • Owner’s Manual Chapter 2: Locations Exterior Views Hull Views...

  • Page 17: Forward Deck View

    580 Pilothouse • Owner’s Manual Chapter 2: Locations Forward Deck View...

  • Page 18: Aft Deck View

    Chapter 2: Locations 580 Pilothouse • Owner’s Manual Aft Deck View...

  • Page 19: Command Bridge Helm Station

    580 Pilothouse • Owner’s Manual Chapter 2: Locations Command Bridge Helm Station NOTE: TYPICAL HELM LAYOUTS SHOWN. ACTUAL LAYOUTS MAY VARY DEPENDING ON ENGINE AND ACCESSORY OPTIONS. HORN BILGE PUMPS LIGHTS ACCESSORY WINDLASS ACCESSORY TRIM TABS ALARM TACHOMETERS & SWITCH...

  • Page 20: Pilothouse Helm Station

    Chapter 2: Locations 580 Pilothouse • Owner’s Manual Pilothouse Helm Station NOTE: TYPICAL HELM LAYOUTS SHOWN. ACTUAL LAYOUTS MAY VARY DEPENDING ON ENGINE AND ACCESSORY OPTIONS. NOTE: PILOTHOUSE SWITCH PILOTHOUSE SWITCH PANEL PANEL LOCATED ON CEILING PAD ABOVE DASH AREA.

  • Page 21: Component Locations

    580 Pilothouse • Owner’s Manual Chapter 2: Locations Component Locations 12-Volt DC Accessory Outlets (2 total): • One is located on the ignition switch panel at the COMMAND BRIDGE HELM command bridge helm. IGNITION SWITCH PANEL 12-VOLT DC OUTLET • One is located aft of...
  • Page 22 Chapter 2: Locations 580 Pilothouse • Owner’s Manual 24-Volt DC Circuit Breakers: BATTERY SWITCH PANEL • The 24-volt DC main circuit breakers and standby-load push-to-reset circuit breakers are located on the battery switch panel. • The battery switch panel is located in the engine room.
  • Page 23 580 Pilothouse • Owner’s Manual Chapter 2: Locations Air Conditioner Seawater Intake Seacock (If Equipped): Located in the forward bilge area of the engine room. Air Conditioners (If Equipped) (5 total): • One is located inside the forward bunk hatch in the forward stateroom.
  • Page 24 Chapter 2: Locations 580 Pilothouse • Owner’s Manual • One is located under the dinette’s forward seat cushion. • One is located behind the master stateroom entertainment center. • Access through the back wall panel inside the lower cabinet. • One is located under the pilothouse helm.
  • Page 25 580 Pilothouse • Owner’s Manual Chapter 2: Locations Batteries: • All batteries are located on the starboard side in the lazarette. • Access through the starboard floor hatch in the cockpit. Battery Charger: Located on the aft wall of the engine room.
  • Page 26 Chapter 2: Locations 580 Pilothouse • Owner’s Manual Bilge Pumps (5 total): • One is located in the aft bilge area of the lazarette. BILGE PUMP AUTOFLOAT SWITCH GENERATOR • One is located at the aft end of the engine room bilge.
  • Page 27 580 Pilothouse • Owner’s Manual Chapter 2: Locations • One is located in the bilge under the aft floor hatch in the hallway. STAIRS TO PILOTHOUSE BILGE PUMP AUTOFLOAT SWITCH NOTE: CARPET SHOWN WITH PLASTIC COVERING City Water Inlet: Located on the starboard aft deck above the transom platform step.
  • Page 28 Chapter 2: Locations 580 Pilothouse • Owner’s Manual Depth Finder Transducers (2 total): Located at the forward end of the engine room bilge. Engine Cooling System Sea- water Intake Seacocks (2 total): Located in the engine room bilge, at the aft inboard corner of each engine.
  • Page 29 580 Pilothouse • Owner’s Manual Chapter 2: Locations Freshwater Fill Deck Fitting: Located aft of the pilothouse door on the starboard deck trail. NOTE: The port and starboard freshwater tanks are con- nected and both will fill when using this fitting.
  • Page 30 Chapter 2: Locations 580 Pilothouse • Owner’s Manual Freshwater Tanks (2 total): • Access the starboard freshwater tank fittings by pulling out the cabinet on the aft wall of the master stateroom head. HEAD CABINET NOTE: Remove the cabinet by...
  • Page 31 580 Pilothouse • Owner’s Manual Chapter 2: Locations Freshwater Washdown Faucets (2 total): • One is located in the anchor locker storage hatch on the starboard side of the forward deck. • One is located inside the port storage hatch in the cockpit.
  • Page 32 Chapter 2: Locations 580 Pilothouse • Owner’s Manual Fuel Shut-off Valves (3 total): Located on a panel at the aft inboard end of each fuel tank in the engine room. Fuel Tanks (2 total): Located on each side of the engine room.
  • Page 33 580 Pilothouse • Owner’s Manual Chapter 2: Locations Fuse Blocks (3 total): • One is located behind the pilothouse helm. • Access through the hatch on the star- board side of the pilothouse helm. ACCESS HATCH FUSE BLOCK • Two are located behind the COMMAND BRIDGE HELM command bridge helm.
  • Page 34 Chapter 2: Locations 580 Pilothouse • Owner’s Manual Holding Tank: Located under the forward floor hatch in the hallway. Holding Tank Monitor: Located in the DC electri- HOLDING TANK MONITOR cal cabinet on the port wall of the pilothouse staircase.
  • Page 35 580 Pilothouse • Owner’s Manual Chapter 2: Locations Hydraulic Steering Fluid COMMAND BRIDGE HELM Reservalve: • Located behind the command bridge helm. • Access by removing the port helm panel. PANEL HYDRAULIC FLUID RESERVALVE Lazarette: Access the lazarette through the cockpit floor hatches.
  • Page 36 Chapter 2: Locations 580 Pilothouse • Owner’s Manual Macerator Underwater Discharge Seacock: • Located under the hallway step. NOTE: CARPET SHOWN • Access by first removing the forward floor WITH PLASTIC COVERING hatch in the hallway, and then lift and remove GUEST HEAD ENTRY DOOR the hallway step.
  • Page 37 580 Pilothouse • Owner’s Manual Chapter 2: Locations Oil Change System Shut-off Valves (5 total): • Two of the engine oil change shut-off valves are located along the inboard side of each engine. PORT STARBOARD ENGINE ENGINE SHUT-OFF VALVES • Two of the engine oil change shut-off valves are located at the aft inboard end of each engine.
  • Page 38 Chapter 2: Locations 580 Pilothouse • Owner’s Manual Seawater Washdown Faucets (2 total): • One is located in the anchor locker storage hatch on the starboard side of the forward deck. • One is located inside the port stor- age hatch in the cockpit.
  • Page 39 580 Pilothouse • Owner’s Manual Chapter 2: Locations Seawater Washdown 24-VOLT DC MASTER PANEL Pump Switch: Located on the 24-volt DC mas- ter panel inside the DC electrical cabinet on the port wall of the pilot- house staircase. SEAWATER WASHDOWN...
  • Page 40 Chapter 2: Locations 580 Pilothouse • Owner’s Manual Sump Boxes and Pumps (2 of each): • Access the aft sump box and pump by HEAD CABINET removing the cabinet on the aft wall of the master stateroom head. NOTE: Remove the cabi-...
  • Page 41 580 Pilothouse • Owner’s Manual Chapter 2: Locations Thruster Oil Reservoirs (2 total): • The bow thruster oil reservoir is located under the floor hatch in the forward stateroom. FLOOR HATCH OIL RESERVOIR BUNK FLOOR GUEST NOTE: CARPET SHOWN DRAWERS...
  • Page 42 Chapter 2: Locations 580 Pilothouse • Owner’s Manual Trim Tab Hydraulic Fluid Reservoir and Pump: Located on the shelf aft of the generator seawater strainer in the lazarette. TRIM TAB HYDRAULIC FLUID RESERVOIR & PUMP GENERATOR SEA- WATER STRAINER Wall Vacuum Unit: Located under the aft lounge seat cushion on the starboard side of the salon.
  • Page 43 580 Pilothouse • Owner’s Manual Chapter 2: Locations Windshield Washer Fluid Res- ervoir: Located under the port forward lounge seat cushion in the pilothouse.

  • Page 44: Chapter 3: Propulsion & Related Systems

    580 Pilothouse • Owner’s Manual Chapter 3: Propulsion & Related Systems Engines NOTICE Read the engine manual BEFORE starting or working on your engines. While the topics listed below may be included in this Owner’s Manual and in the Cruiser & Yacht Owner’s Manual Supplement, always refer to the engine manual first for specific information on these important subjects: •...

  • Page 45: Exhaust System

    580 Pilothouse • Owner’s Manual Chapter 3: Propulsion & Related Systems Exhaust System DANGER! CARBON MONOXIDE POISONING HAZARD! Leaking engine and/or generator exhaust is a source of dangerous carbon monoxide gas (CO). • Check ALL exhaust systems BEFORE each trip.

  • Page 46: Bilge Blower Systems

    Chapter 3: Propulsion & Related Systems 580 Pilothouse • Owner’s Manual Bilge Blower Systems WARNING! FIRE and EXPLOSION HAZARD! Fuel vapors can explode! BEFORE starting the engines: 1. Check the bilge areas for fuel vapors or leaking fuel. If you see leaking fuel or smell fuel vapors: a.

  • Page 47: Fuel System

    580 Pilothouse • Owner’s Manual Chapter 3: Propulsion & Related Systems Fuel System WARNING! FIRE, EXPLOSION and OPEN FLAME HAZARD! • It is very important that the fuel system be inspected thoroughly the first time it is filled and at each subsequent filling.

  • Page 48: Fuel Fills & Vents

    Chapter 3: Propulsion & Related Systems 580 Pilothouse • Owner’s Manual Fuel Fills & Vents • The fuel fill deck fittings are marked DIESEL. • If you have problems filling either fuel tank, see if the fuel fill hose or fuel tank vent hose is kinked or collapsed.

  • Page 49: Oil Change System

    580 Pilothouse • Owner’s Manual Chapter 3: Propulsion & Related Systems Oil Change System • The oil change system makes it eas- ier to drain and refill the engine and generator oil. • Read the oil change system instruc- tions for information on the use of this system.

  • Page 50: Shaft-Transmission Alignment

    Chapter 3: Propulsion & Related Systems 580 Pilothouse • Owner’s Manual Shaft-Transmission Alignment CAUTION SYSTEM DAMAGE HAZARD! • If you suspect a shaft-transmission alignment problem, have a trained mechanic inspect the alignment as soon as possible. • Continued use may lead to premature engine, transmission, shaft, shaft seal and/or...

  • Page 51: Chapter 4: Controls & Gauges Steering

    580 Pilothouse • Owner’s Manual Chapter 4: Controls & Gauges Steering Hydraulic Steering System • Your yacht features a hydraulic steering system. • Check the fluid level and pressure in the hydraulic steering reservalve every time you use your yacht.

  • Page 52: Autopilot

    Chapter 4: Controls & Gauges 580 Pilothouse • Owner’s Manual Autopilot WARNING! • NEVER leave the helm while the autopilot system is On! • An experienced operator MUST monitor the autopilot system at ALL times and keep a visual lookout for other marine traffic and other hazards.

  • Page 53: Trim Tabs

    580 Pilothouse • Owner’s Manual Chapter 4: Controls & Gauges Trim Tabs TRIM TAB • Before using the trim SWITCHES tabs, read the trim COMMAND BRIDGE HELM PILOTHOUSE HELM tabs’ owner’s manual. • The trim tabs are con- trolled by two rocker switches at the helm.

  • Page 54: Gauges

    Chapter 4: Controls & Gauges 580 Pilothouse • Owner’s Manual Gauges Cleaning the Gauges CAUTION PRODUCT or PROPERTY DAMAGE HAZARD! • Use ONLY mild soap and water to clean the gauge lenses and bezels. • Use of other cleaners, including common window cleaning solutions, may cause the lenses to crack.

  • Page 55: Chapter 5: Navigation & Communication Equipment

    580 Pilothouse • Owner’s Manual Chapter 5: Navigation & Communication Equipment Read the manuals for all navigation & communication equipment before using these systems. Compass NOTICE • Compass accuracy can be affected by many factors. • Have a trained technician calibrate your compass.

  • Page 56: Radar

    Chapter 5: Navigation & Communication Equipment 580 Pilothouse • Owner’s Manual Radar WARNING! • Radar is meant to help the navigator, NOT replace him/her. • The operator is responsible for keeping a visual look-out for possible collision situations. • No single navigation aid (including this radar) should be relied upon as the only method for navigating your yacht.

  • Page 57: Chapter 6: Plumbing

    580 Pilothouse • Owner’s Manual Chapter 6: Plumbing Bilge Pumps NOTICE Discharge of oil, oil waste or fuel into navigable waters is prohibited by law. Violators are sub- ject to legal action by the local authorities. • Your yacht has sev-...

  • Page 58: Bilge Pump Testing

    Chapter 6: Plumbing 580 Pilothouse • Owner’s Manual Bilge Pump Testing • The bilge pumps are vital to the safety of your yacht. • Test the bilge pumps often to make sure they are working properly. 1. One at a time, turn On the bilge pump switches at the helm.

  • Page 59: Seawater Systems

    580 Pilothouse • Owner’s Manual Chapter 6: Plumbing Seawater Systems Seacocks WARNING! FLOODING and SWAMPING HAZARD! • Close the seacock(s) when leaving your yacht unattended for any length of time. • If a seacock is left open, a hose failure could flood the bilge, swamp the batteries and the engines, and even sink your yacht.

  • Page 60: Seawater Washdown

    Chapter 6: Plumbing 580 Pilothouse • Owner’s Manual Seawater Washdown WARNING! FLOODING and SWAMPING HAZARD! • NEVER leave your yacht unattended while the seawater washdown system is running. • Any leak or break in this system may allow large amounts of water to flood the bilge, which could swamp the batteries and the engines, and even sink your yacht.

  • Page 61: Freshwater System

    580 Pilothouse • Owner’s Manual Chapter 6: Plumbing Freshwater System WARNING! • ONLY use safe drinking (potable) water in your yacht’s freshwater system. • ONLY use FDA approved "drinking water safe" hoses when filling the freshwater tanks or connecting to city water.

  • Page 62: Transom Shower

    Chapter 6: Plumbing 580 Pilothouse • Owner’s Manual Transom Shower • Read the manufacturer’s instructions before using the transom shower for the first time. • To use the transom shower, your yacht must be connected to city water, or the freshwater pump switch must be turned On.

  • Page 63: Freshwater System Winterization

    580 Pilothouse • Owner’s Manual Chapter 6: Plumbing Freshwater System Winterization 1. Turn Off the water heater breaker on the 120-volt AC master panel. 2. Turn On the freshwater pump switch. 3. Open all of the faucets and showers and let the freshwater system drain completely.

  • Page 64: Water Heater

    Chapter 6: Plumbing 580 Pilothouse • Owner’s Manual Water Heater WARNING! SCALDING HAZARD! Water heated by the water heater can be hot enough to scald the skin. CAUTION WATER HEATER DAMAGE HAZARD! • Do NOT turn On the water heater electrical circuit on the 120-volt AC master panel until the water heater tank is COMPLETELY filled with water.

  • Page 65: Winterizing The Water Heater

    580 Pilothouse • Owner’s Manual Chapter 6: Plumbing Winterizing the Water Heater CAUTION WATER HEATER DAMAGE HAZARD! • NEVER turn On the water heater breaker on the 120-volt AC master panel while the water heater tank is empty. • Even brief water heater operation with a dry tank WILL damage the heating elements.

  • Page 66: Preparing The Water Heater For Use After Yacht Storage

    Chapter 6: Plumbing 580 Pilothouse • Owner’s Manual Preparing the Water Heater for Use After Yacht Storage CAUTION WATER HEATER DAMAGE HAZARD! • Fill the water heater tank BEFORE turning On the water heater breaker on the 120-volt AC master panel.

  • Page 67: Drain Systems

    580 Pilothouse • Owner’s Manual Chapter 6: Plumbing Drain Systems Deck Drains • Water on the deck is drained overboard through the deck drains. • Keep the deck drains free of debris. Gray Water Drain System • The galley sink and bridge entertainment sink are above the waterline and are gravity drained overboard.

  • Page 68: Marine Heads & Holding Tank

    Chapter 6: Plumbing 580 Pilothouse • Owner’s Manual Marine Heads & Holding Tank NOTICE Check with local authorities about the legal use of marine head systems. Vacuum Flush Head System • Read the vacuum flush head’s oper- ation and mainte- nance manual.

  • Page 69: Chapter 7: Deck Equipment

    580 Pilothouse • Owner’s Manual Chapter 7: Deck Equipment Cleats WARNING! PERSONAL INJURY and/or PRODUCT or PROPERTY DAMAGE HAZARD! NEVER lift your yacht using the cleats. Carefully read the section on towing in the Cruiser & Yacht Owner’s Manual Supplement before towing anything behind your yacht or having your yacht towed by another vessel.

  • Page 70: Radar Wing

    Chapter 7: Deck Equipment 580 Pilothouse • Owner’s Manual Radar Wing CAUTION PRODUCT DAMAGE HAZARD! • When installing accessories on the radar wing, the maximum hole size diameter is 3/4 of an inch (0.75"). • Larger hole sizes will affect the structural integrity of the radar wing.

  • Page 71: Canvas & Vinyl Tops & Enclosures (If Equipped)

    580 Pilothouse • Owner’s Manual Chapter 7: Deck Equipment Canvas & Vinyl Tops & Enclosures (If Equipped) CAUTION PRODUCT or PROPERTY DAMAGE HAZARD! Take down and securely stow ALL canvas & vinyl BEFORE your yacht is transported by road. NOTICE BEFORE cleaning and/or stowing your canvas or vinyl, read the sections later in this chapter, Canvas Care and Clear Vinyl Care.

  • Page 72: Canvas Care

    Chapter 7: Deck Equipment 580 Pilothouse • Owner’s Manual Canvas Care (see also ‘Clear Vinyl Care’ on next page) • After each use, especially in saltwater, rinse the canvas with cold freshwater. • Before stowing, let the canvas air-dry completely.

  • Page 73: Clear Vinyl Care

    580 Pilothouse • Owner’s Manual Chapter 7: Deck Equipment Clear Vinyl Care CAUTION • NEVER store the clear vinyl pieces wet, as this will cause a milky film to develop. • NEVER fold or crease the clear vinyl pieces as cracking will occur.

  • Page 74: Chapter 8: Appliances & Entertainment Systems

    580 Pilothouse • Owner’s Manual Chapter 8: Appliances & Entertainment Systems NOTICE Always keep an approved ABC-type fire extinguisher in galley area. All appliances and entertainment systems installed on your yacht come with their own manuals. These manuals con- tain detailed instructions and important safeguards. Read these manuals before using your yacht’s appliances and entertainment systems.

  • Page 75: Audio & Visual Equipment

    580 Pilothouse • Owner’s Manual Chapter 8: Appliances & Entertainment Systems Audio & Visual Equipment NOTICE AM radio reception may be impaired anytime the engine is running. Dockside Television & Telephone Inlet Plug a dockside source into the TV/telephone inlet if you want to watch cable TV or use a telephone.

  • Page 76: Chapter 9: Lights

    580 Pilothouse • Owner’s Manual Chapter 9: Lights Care & 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 tripped breaker - check the breaker.

  • Page 77: Chapter 10: Air Conditioning & Heating

    580 Pilothouse • Owner’s Manual Chapter 10: Air Conditioning & Heating Air Conditioner (If Equipped) DANGER! CARBON MONOXIDE POISONING HAZARD! • Dangerous carbon monoxide gas (CO) can be brought into your yacht through the air conditioning system. • Read the Carbon Monoxide (CO) section in Chapter 1 of this Owner’s Manual.
  • Page 78 Chapter 10: Air Conditioning & Heating 580 Pilothouse • Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 79: Diesel Heat (If Equipped)

    580 Pilothouse • Owner’s Manual Chapter 10: Air Conditioning & Heating Diesel Heat (If Equipped) DANGER! CARBON MONOXIDE POISONING HAZARD! • Carbon monoxide gas (CO) is colorless, odorless, tasteless, and extremely dangerous. • ALL engines, generators, and fuel burning appliances produce CO as exhaust.
  • Page 80 Chapter 10: Air Conditioning & Heating 580 Pilothouse • Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 81: Chapter 11: Electrical Systems

    580 Pilothouse • Owner’s Manual Chapter 11: Electrical Systems DANGER! EXTREME FIRE, SHOCK and EXPLOSION HAZARD! • NEVER install non-ignition protected switches or other arcing devices in the fuel compart- ments. • NEVER substitute automotive parts for marine parts. Marine electrical, ignition, and fuel system parts were designed and manufactured to comply with rules and laws that minimize the risks of fire and explosion.

  • Page 82: 24/12-Volt Dc System

    Chapter 11: Electrical Systems 580 Pilothouse • Owner’s Manual 24/12-Volt DC System Batteries • The batteries supply electricity for lights, 24-volt and 12-volt accessories, engine starting and generator starting. • The Electrical section in Chapter 8 of the Cruiser & Yacht Owner’s Manual Supplement provides battery care and maintenance instructions.

  • Page 83: Emergency Battery Parallel Switch

    580 Pilothouse • Owner’s Manual Chapter 11: Electrical Systems Emergency Battery Parallel Switch COMMAND BRIDGE HELM PILOTHOUSE HELM • If an engine will not start because of a dead battery, the battery par- allel switch allows you to use the other batter- ies for engine starting.

  • Page 84: 12-Volt Dc Accessory Outlets

    Chapter 11: Electrical Systems 580 Pilothouse • Owner’s Manual 12-Volt DC Accessory Outlets CAUTION Do NOT use the 12-volt DC accessory outlet with a cigarette or cigar lighter. High tempera- tures may melt the outlet. • Your yacht is equipped with one or more 12-volt DC accessory outlets.

  • Page 85: Battery Charger

    580 Pilothouse • Owner’s Manual Chapter 11: Electrical Systems Battery Charger CAUTION • The battery charging systems (alternator, battery charger, and inverter/battery charger) installed on your yacht are designed to charge conventional lead-acid batteries. • BEFORE installing gel-cell or other new technology batteries, consult with the battery man- ufacturer about charging system requirements.

  • Page 86: 120/240-Volt Ac System

    Chapter 11: Electrical Systems 580 Pilothouse • Owner’s Manual 120/240-Volt AC System WARNING! FIRE and ELECTRICAL SYSTEM DAMAGE HAZARD! If equipped with a generator, using both shore power and generator power at the same time WILL cause major electrical system damage and could start a fire! •...

  • Page 87: Shore Power

    580 Pilothouse • Owner’s Manual Chapter 11: Electrical Systems Shore Power DANGER! FIRE, EXPLOSION and SHOCK HAZARD! • Use ONLY compatible shore power connectors and NEVER alter the connectors. • Turn Off ALL breakers and switches on the 120/240-volt AC master panel BEFORE plug- ging in or unplugging the shore power cord.

  • Page 88: Connecting To Shore Power

    Chapter 11: Electrical Systems 580 Pilothouse • Owner’s Manual Connecting to Shore Power WARNING! SHOCK and ELECTRICAL SYSTEM DAMAGE HAZARD! • Monitor the polarity indicator lights EVERY TIME you connect to shore power. • If a reversed polarity light turns on when you are connecting to shore power, do NOT turn on the main breaker switches.

  • Page 89: Generator

    580 Pilothouse • Owner’s Manual Chapter 11: Electrical Systems Generator DANGER! CARBON MONOXIDE POISONING HAZARD! • Generators are a source of dangerous carbon monoxide gas (CO). Check the generator exhaust system for leaks BEFORE each use. • Read the Carbon Monoxide (CO) section in Chapter 1 of this Owner’s Manual.
  • Page 90 Chapter 11: Electrical Systems 580 Pilothouse • Owner’s Manual Important generator notes: • Polarity has been estab- lished in the installation of the generator. There- fore the polarity lights will not function when using the generator. • Fuel to run the generator is supplied from the port fuel tank.

  • Page 91: Electrical Routings

    580 Pilothouse • Owner’s Manual Chapter 11: Electrical Systems Electrical Routings 24/12-Volt DC Deck Electrical Harnesses...

  • Page 92: 24/12-Volt Dc Hull Electrical Harnesses

    Chapter 11: Electrical Systems 580 Pilothouse • Owner’s Manual 24/12-Volt DC Hull Electrical Harnesses...

  • Page 93: 24/12-Volt Dc Radar Wing Harness

    580 Pilothouse • Owner’s Manual Chapter 11: Electrical Systems 24/12-Volt DC Radar Wing Harness 24/12-Volt DC Command Bridge Electrical Harness...

  • Page 94: Battery Systems: Batteries & Cables

    Chapter 11: Electrical Systems 580 Pilothouse • Owner’s Manual Battery Systems: Batteries & Cables...

  • Page 95: Bonding Harnesses

    580 Pilothouse • Owner’s Manual Chapter 11: Electrical Systems Bonding Harnesses...

  • Page 96: Important Records

    580 Pilothouse • Owner’s Manual Important Records Selling Dealer Plumbing Name Of Dealership Freshwater Tank Capacity Waste Holding Tank Capacity Address Key Numbers Phone/FAX/E-mail Cabin Ignition Sales Manager Other Other Service Manager Electronics Engines Manufacturer Model Name/Number Manufacturer Model Name/Number...

  • Page 97: Float Plan

    580 Pilothouse • Owner’s Manual Float Plan Before leaving on each cruise, 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 98 Float Plan 580 Pilothouse • Owner’s Manual Survival Equipment Trip Expectations Number of PFDs Flares (Yes/No) Mirror (Yes/No) Departing From Smoke Signals (Yes/No) Flashlight (Yes/No) Food (Yes/No) Departure Date Departure Time Water (Yes/No) Anchor (Yes/No) Raft/Dinghy (Yes/No) Stopover 1 Paddles (Yes/No)
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