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  • Page 1 OWNERS MANUAL...
  • Page 2 Thank you for purchasing your new Polycra boat. You will enjoy If your boat is damaged or faulty in any way, we sincerely many years of boa ng with this cra . apologise for the inconvenience.
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Basic Manoeuvring……………………………….. 4 Year Limited Hull Warrant………………………. Preparation………………………………………… Commercial Use……………………………………. 23 Approaching the Wharf………………………….. Optional & standard features………………..….. 18 Leaving the Wharf………………………………… Owner/Boat Identification……………………….. 19 Anchoring…………………………………………. Polycraft contact details…………………………. 20 Boat Performance………………………………… Running Your Motor……………………………… Propeller…………………………………………… Replace Damaged Propellers…………………… Boat Running Attitude…………………………….
  • Page 4 Warnings The hazard warning symbols shown are used throughout this manual. We urge you to read these warnings carefully and follow all safety recommenda ons. These call a en on to poten ally dangerous situa ons which could lead to product damage, personal injury or death.
  • Page 5: Warnings

    Welcome Aboard This manual has been prepared to assist you in the opera on and care of your new boat. Please read it thoroughly as the contents can contribute to more effec ve opera on of your boat. Your boat’s construc on, including its mechanical and electrical systems (where applicable) were designed to meet safety standards in effect at the me the boat was constructed.
  • Page 6: Recommendations For Safety

    These precau ons will enable them to tell rescue organisa ons Personal Flota on Devices: One approved Personal Flota on where to search and the type of boat to look for, if you fail to Device (PFD) of suitable size is required for each person aboard return.
  • Page 7 The following details the Australian Builders Plate. The plate is persons on board, all provisions and personal effects, located in clear view of the helm sta on of your boat. Familiarise equipment, and all consumable liquids (water, fuel etc) When yourself with the details on the plate.
  • Page 8: Basic Flotation

    The following is a sample plate of boats built with basic flota on. All Polycra boats are built to comply with the Basic Floata on The sta c floa ng a tude of your boat can be affected by many requirements as required by AS1799.1.
  • Page 9: Fuelling Procedures

    Read the star ng procedure for your engine carefully prior to a emp ng If fuelling the boat whilst in the water, be sure it is securely opera on.
  • Page 10: Before You Leave

    For example, when turning the steering wheel to not to allow limbs between the boat and the wharf. the le , the stern of the boat will swing to the right as the boat LEAVING THE WHARF goes into a le turn.
  • Page 11: Anchoring

    ANCHORING BOAT PERFORMANCE Pick a spot where the boat has room to swing around the anchor without hi ng other boats or objects. Boat speeds are affected by many factors. Some such as temperature and al tude, cannot be changed, but some Avoid anchoring in channels or narrows where you may factors can.
  • Page 12: General Maintenance & Repairs

    STEERING WHEEL PRESSURE Hose inside boat a er use with a substan al quan ty of fresh water. This pressure, or pull, is corrected by adjus ng the trim posi on of your outboard so the prop sha is parallel to the Leave boat permanently lted to drain a er use.
  • Page 13: Stainless Steel

    Then coat the railing or fi ng with a When instruments are exposed to a saltwater environment, good car or boat wax. Never clean with mineral acids or salt crystals may form on the bezel and plas c covers.
  • Page 14: The Hull

    APPLYING TO STICKERS TO YOUR HULL Heat the boat with a heat gun un l it takes on a shiny Never use the following to clean your boat: appearance, then allow to cool and clean with SHELLITE cleaner.
  • Page 15: Towing

    To adjust the tension on mechanical brakes Calcium carbonate is normally evident in the low drainage ensure the boat, motor and all equipment are on the trailer. points of the trailer where salt residues collect. The cable can then be adjusted at the front pully or the COUPLINGS adjustment bolt on the calliper.
  • Page 16: Trailering Tips

    Even a very slight lean will bring the boat up to one side. Move fuel tanks, fishing gear etc to bring the hull horizontal to the water.
  • Page 17: Warranty

    5.4.5 is not used or maintained in accordance with the capacity plate a ached to the boat; 2. A purchaser of a Polycra boat (in this warranty referred to as “you”) will only be en tled to make a the defect or fault is caused by an act of God, an act claim under this warranty if the defect or fault first...
  • Page 18 Without limi ng paragraph 7 above, any payment under this warranty is limited to the cost of repairing or replacing the above (at Polycra ’s sole discre on) and does not extend to any indirect or consequen al loss, claim, expense or damage resul ng from or caused by any defect or fault, including, but not limited to cost of the outboard engine, loss of income, profits or goodwill or loss sustained by third par es.
  • Page 20: Optional & Standard Features

    Fuel tank 200 litre Glovebox Gunwhale Grab Rail Long storage seat Hydraulic Steering Non feed back steering Pedestal box and seat Polycraft Logo Pin stripes Rear casting deck insert Rear fold down lounge Rear lounge b/rest & cushion Rear storge/bait box Rod Holders...
  • Page 21: Owner/Boat Identification

    OWNER/BOAT IDENTIFICATION Owner’s Name Address City/Town State Post Code Boat Model HIN No. Engine Type Serial No. Trailer Type VIN No. Reg. No. Colour Date of Sale DEALER INFORMATION Dealer Name Address City/Town State Post Code Sales Person Service Manager...
  • Page 22 89 Childers Road Bundaberg QLD, 4670 Free Call: 1800 336 603 polycra @polyindustries.com www.polycra .com.au Copyright, Polycra 2011.

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