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  • Page 2 Thank you!! from your Silverton Team! RICK CERAMI President/General Manager BOB CERAMI Vice President of Operations SEAN BERRIE WALT SHARP Director of Design & Engineering Chief Engineer BEN GARBACK JENNEY PETERSEN Comptroller Accounting Manager BRETT MARSHALL BOB MEISWINKLE Director of Sales...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS Introduction Cleaning and Maintenance Letter from the President ........5 Interior ............. 1 The Silverton Story ..........7 Exterior ............2 Introduction to your Owner’s Manual ....9 Canvas Enclosure (Optional)......4 Warranty Information ......... 13 Winterization and Storage ....... 5 Recommended Reading ........

  • Page 4: Specifications

    SPECIFICATIONS 43 SPORT BRIDGE Length Overall 43’5” Beam 14’4” 4.37 m Draft 47” 1.19 m Deadrise 12 o Approx. Weight (Dry) 28,000 lbs Fuel Capacity 430 gals Water Capacity 118 gals Holding Tank Capacity 40 gals Sleeping Capacity 6 Headroom 6’5” Clearance Height-DWL no light 14’5”...

  • Page 5: Introduction

    Owner’s Manual. to detail for which our Silverton yachts are renowned. Silverton and your dealer are Finally, if you are new to boating, be certain...
  • Page 6 INTRODUCTION-6...

  • Page 7: The Silverton Story

    Bangor Arrostook Railroad, which was to become the recreational conglomerate, Bangor-Punta. It The Luhrs’ family sea tradition was carried on during was also during this period that the Silverton Com- the Great Depression by John and Warren Luhrs’ pany in Toms River, New Jersey, was purchased father, Henry, who worked at a small boat manu- by his sons, John and Warren Luhrs.
  • Page 8 INTRODUCTION-8...
  • Page 9 INTRODUCTION TO YOUR YACHT OWNER’S MANUAL We appreciate your selection of the Silverton yacht. General information designed to assist you in un- We have designed and manufactured this yacht to derstanding the contents of your Owner’s Manual bring you a strong, safe, and attractive yacht that...
  • Page 10 OWNER ADVISORY STATEMENTS Systems Operation This section explains the various systems This Owner’s Manual contains certain advisory found on your yacht and their operation and statements designed to alert you to conditions maintenance procedures. affecting equipment operation and maintenance practices and they are as follows: Cleaning / Maintenance Preventive maintenance is the key to Important: This is an advisory statement or proce-...
  • Page 11 ORIGINAL EQUIPMENT MANUFACTURER’S MANUALS Silverton purchased various items of equipment from other manufacturers and installed them on your yacht while it was being built. Examples of this equipment include, but are not limited to, the engines, generator (if so equipped), and appliances.
  • Page 12 INTRODUCTION-12...

  • Page 13: Warranty Information

    It is the dealer’s responsibility to both you liability for parts replaced or labor completed by and to Silverton to give your yacht a fi nal inspec- anyone other than an authorized Silverton Deal- tion. The purpose of this inspection is to assure the er without prior authorization from Silverton.
  • Page 14 Second Owner’s Warranty Some Silverton yacht owners trade up to a newer or larger yacht before the warranty on their current yacht has expired. Silverton will transfer the remain- ing warranty on your new yacht to its new owner. Conditions of the warranty transfer are stated in their entirety at the end of this section.

  • Page 15: Limited Warranty

    Silverton Owner’s Model Silverton Yacht purchased from an autho- Manual are not followed. rized Silverton Dealer will be free of defects caused If the hull gelcoat has been altered in any way by faulty workmanship or materials for a period of...
  • Page 16 Silverton. Any yacht purchased from any party who The Silverton Dealer is to be used by the Silverton is not an authorized Silverton Dealer. Yacht owner for reporting, claiming, and receiving any warranty service from Silverton.
  • Page 17 fi berglass warranty may be transferred theories and warranties of merchantability and fi t- to a second owner upon purchase of the Silverton ness for a particular purpose. Whether arising by Yacht from an authorized Silverton Dealer. An in- law, custom, conduct, or usage of trade.

  • Page 18: Warranty Service

    Silverton will confi rm all warranty trans- The above limitation or exclusion may not apply to fers in writing to the Silverton dealer and the second you. This warranty gives you specifi c legal rights, owner. The limited lifetime hull and deck structure and you may also have other rights which vary from fi...

  • Page 19: Record Keeping

    Pleasure Boating and Seamanship ing this log will allow you to track maintenance work United States Coast Guard Auxiliary completed. Your Silverton Dealer will also fi nd this 306 Wilson Road Oaklands information helpful if you decide to sell or trade your Newark, Delaware 19711 yacht.
  • Page 20 $2,000.00. Contact the United States Coast Guard Boating Safety Hotline to verify the threshold for a particular state. Note: State and local agencies may also have accident reporting requirements. Check with local enforcement agencies or with your local Silverton Dealer regarding local requirements. INTRODUCTION-20...

  • Page 21: Getting Familiar

    GETTING FAMILIAR with your 43 SPORT BRIDGE This section of your Owner’s Manual will give you a virtual tour of your new 43SB. The following areas will be described: Hull, Deck, Interior, Bridge, and Engine Compartment. HULL The Shaft is connected to the engine...

  • Page 22: Trim Tabs

    in the Winterization and Storage pages in corrosion of the underwater components the Cleaning and Maintenance section of in your yacht, which is discussed in the this manual. Bonding System pages in the Systems Operation section of this Owners Manual. ENGINE SEAWATER PICKUP TRIM TABS The photograph below displays the En-...
  • Page 23 PROPELLERS There are two (2) Underwater Engine Ex- haust Ports; one for each engine. The Port The photographs below display the Pro- Underwater Engine Exhaust Port is lo- peller rotation for the Port and Starboard cated on the Port side of the transom and sides.

  • Page 24: Fuel Tank Vent

    Your 43SB has ventilation vents from the Engine Room. The amount of vent- ing and the location depends upon the engine confi guration of your 43SB. There are large vents located on both sides of the hull. The photo below shows the Port Engine Room Vent.

  • Page 25: Deck

    DECK GETTING FAMILIAR-5...
  • Page 26 ANCHOR SYSTEM The photograph below displays the loca- Be certain to keep hands and feet away tion of the Anchor, which is located in its from any moving parts while operating bracket. the Anchor System. Becoming en- tangled in the anchor line may result in serious injury or death.
  • Page 27 SEARCH LIGHT The 43SB may be equipped with an op- tional Search Light, which is mounted on the forward portion of the deck. The pho- tograph below displays the Search Light. The actual control switch for the Search Light is an omni-positional switch. It con- trols the kind of light that comes out of your search light.
  • Page 28 GETTING FAMILIAR-8...

  • Page 29: Bridge

    Aft of the Helm is the Helm Seat/Wet Bar. HELM The Helm, located on the Bridge of your 43SB, is where your yacht is piloted. AIR HORNS The factory installed Air Horns are mount- ed on the forward section of the bridge.

  • Page 30: Navigation Lights

    NAVIGATION LIGHTS The photographs below display the loca- tion of the Port ,Starboard, and the Tran- som Navigation Lights. The Transom Light is WHITE. The Port Navigation Light is RED. The Navigation/Anchor Light switch is located at the Helm Station. The Starboard Navigation Light is GREEN.
  • Page 31 ACCESS STEPS On the starboard side of your 43SB you have access steps from the Aft Deck to the Bridge. The photograph below displays the Aft Deck to Bridge Access Steps. GETTING FAMILIAR-11...
  • Page 32 GETTING FAMILIAR-12...

  • Page 33: Interior

    INTERIOR Master Stateroom Master Shower Master Head Wet Head Mid Stateroom Dinette Galley Salon Cockpit GETTING FAMILIAR-13...
  • Page 34 SALON AC/DC Electrical Panel Telephone Jack CO Monitor, DC 12 Volt Outlet, A/C Control Panel, AC Outlet Light Switch, SAFE-T-ALERT Alarm Stereo Speaker TV Lift Cabinet, Television AC 120 Volt Outlet DVD Player AC 120 Volt Outlet Access Hatch (Engine Room) GETTING FAMILIAR-14...
  • Page 35 GALLEY Microwave AC 120 Volt Outlet Soap Dispenser Galley Sink Under Counter Cabinets Refrigerator, Freezer Above Counter Cabinets Exhaust Vent, AC 120 Volt Outlet Under Counter Drawers Stovetop Above Counter Cabinets A/C Control Panel, Switches DINETTE AC 120 Volt Outlet DVD Player Under Table Storage Cabinet Dinette Table...
  • Page 36 MID STATEROOM Vent Outlet Reading Light - Individual Switches Storage Cabinet AC 120 Volt Outlet Port Hole - Starboard side CO Monitor, AC 120 Volt Outlet Hanging Locker with Drawers Light Switch Under Step Storage Drawers Guest Bunk GETTING FAMILIAR-16...
  • Page 37 MASTER STATEROOM Hanging Locker Vent Inlet Switches Telephone Jack DC 12 Volt Outlet Port Hole - Port side Reading Light - Individual Switch Forward Escape Hatch Vent Outlet Port Hole - Starboard side Vent Outlet AC 120 Volt Outlet A/C Control Panel CO Monitor Mattress Pedestal Locker 3-Drawer Storage Cabinet...
  • Page 38 HEADS AC 120 Volt Outlet Towel Ring Vent Inlet Waterproof Switches Under Counter Drawers (2) Exhaust Vent Outlet Towel Bar Shower Curtain Under Sink Cabinet Wet Head Sink Exhaust Vent Outlet Waterproof Switches Shower Curtain Master Shower Companionway Access Hatch Switches Exhaust Vent Inlet Towel Ring...
  • Page 39 COCKPIT Cleat Deck Drain Fuel Fill Grab Bar Refrigerator, Freezer Courtesy Lights, Overhead Lights Salon Entry Door Bridge Access Steps Water Fill Transom Door Swim Platform Swim Ladder Transom Storage Box Shore Power Hookup Cablemaster, Phone/TV Hookup Cockpit Storage Box Access Hatch Water Hookup Shower - Portable...
  • Page 40 GETTING FAMILIAR-20...

  • Page 41: Engine Compartment

    ENGINE COMPARTMENT LAZARETTE AREA GETTING FAMILIAR-21...
  • Page 42 ENGINE ROOM AREA FORWARD BILGE AREA GETTING FAMILIAR-22...

  • Page 43: Boating Safety

    BOATING SAFETY Minimum Recommended Safety Equipment Silverton believes your safety aboard your yacht, whether cruising or moored at your Required life saving equipment, dock, is extremely important. A yacht op- including personal fl otation and erated in a safe manner will provide you, throwing devices.

  • Page 44: Fire Extinguishing Equipment

    Its tions for the number and type of PFD’s are design allows for turning most unconscious the minimum required. Silverton recom- persons in the water from a face down po- mends exceeding the minimum require-...
  • Page 45 Note: United States Coast Guard regu- use. lations are the minimum requirements. Silverton recommends exceeding the mini- Never modify any of the boat’s systems mum requirements for your safety. (especially electrical, fuel, and ventilation).
  • Page 46 Electric Flashing Distress Light. No single visual distress signal device is per- VISUAL DISTRESS fect for all conditions or purposes. Silverton SIGNAL DEVICES recommends carrying various types of de- The United States Coast Guard requires vices as described above. Careful selection...

  • Page 47: Additional Safety Equipment

    tional-Inland” for specifi c requirements of Docking lines. sound signaling devices. Engine and accessory manuals. Navigation Lights Extra keys. The United States Coast Guard requires all boats that are operated during the hours Extra V-belts. of darkness or when visibility is impaired, be equipped with navigation lights that are Fenders.
  • Page 48 United States Vessel With Restricted Maneuverability Coast Guard station, your Silverton Dealer Any vessel, due to it size, draft, or or a local marina concerning navigational cargo, that is restricted in its ability to aids unique to your yachting area.

  • Page 49: Basic Rules Of Safe Boating

    Vessels engaged in commercial fi shing in your plans due to unforeseen weather must give the right of way to the follow- conditions or other circumstances. ing: Use EXTREME CAUTION while fueling your yacht. Be certain you know the capacity A vessel unable to maneuver.

  • Page 50: Carbon Monoxide Safety

    CARBON MONOXIDE SAFETY for passenger use, such as the gunwales or the bowrail. CARBON MONOXIDE CAN KILL! Ask all persons to remain seated while This section is intended to provide edu- your yacht is in motion, particularly during cational information about carbon monox- inclement weather.
  • Page 51 the exhaust of all engines and generators as order of appearance may change for differ- well as any open fl ame device produce CO ent people: and the same precautions should be taken regardless of the type of fuel. • Watering and Itching eyes •...
  • Page 52 WHAT TO DO WHEN SOMEONE running engine or generator can enter your boat: IS OVERCOME WITH CARBON MONOXIDE The “station wagon effect” results from the aerodynamics of deck cabins and fl ying When someone falls victim to carbon mon- bridges. With the boat under way, the air oxide poisoning, fast and responsive action fl...
  • Page 53 speed and direction, speed of the boat, etc. Although it would be impossible to identify every variable or combination of variables Engine and generator exhaust from that may affect the accumulation of carbon other vessels alongside your yacht, while monoxide, the boat operator must remain docked or anchored, can cause exces- aware at all times of the possibility of CO sive accumulation of Carbon Monoxide...
  • Page 54 HOW TO MINIMIZE THE ACCUMULATION OF CARBON MONOXIDE Engine or generator exhaust from your yacht while underway at a slow speed Practice good inspection and maintenance can cause excessive accumulation of habits. Carbon Monoxide Gas (CO) within the cabin and cockpit areas of your yacht. A Be certain hull exhaust outlets are not tail wind can increase the accumulation.

  • Page 55: Fuel Safety

    Carefully inspect all exhaust CO. There is a CO detector located in every and cooling hoses for signs of wear, dry rot, living area on your Silverton Yacht. These cracking, discoloration, chafi ng or swelling. CO detectors are UL Approved for Marine If any of these conditions exist, have the Use.

  • Page 56: Emergency Situations

    when the fuel expands after being pumped Collision out from cool, underground tanks or when If a collision occurs, the following procedure the air temperature is cool, such as early should be strictly adhered to: morning or evening. Be certain all passengers put on their Always handle fuel with care.

  • Page 57: Hazardous Weather Conditions

    Silverton recommends using a commer- Fog is the result of either cold air passing cial towing service for your safety and to over a warm earth surface or warm air pass- decrease the potential for additional dam- ing over a cold earth surface.
  • Page 58 fi re, aim your fi re extinguisher at the base Coast Guard are the minimum necessary. of the fl ames and use a sweeping action to Silverton recommends exceeding the mini- extinguish it. Concentrating your fi re extin- mum requirements by placing additional fi re guisher in one location may cause the fi...
  • Page 59 away from the burning yacht. Be certain compartment before starting engines or all persons stay together after abandoning generator. ship. Always store fl ammable material in ap- Be certain to read and have a thorough un- proved containers and in a locker sealed derstanding of the Portable Fire Extinguisher from the interior of your yacht and vented System Section and the Automatic Fire Ex-...
  • Page 60 SAFETY-18...

  • Page 61: Air Conditioning/Heating System

    Air Conditioning Units. The for- The Air Conditioning/Heating System ward unit is 10,000 BTU’s, the mid unit in your 43SB is factory installed. The pur- is 12,000 BTU’s, and the Salon Unit is pose of this system is to maintain a com- 18,000 BTU’s.
  • Page 62 “Elite Control” and the air condition- Operation of the Air Conditioning/Heat- ing unit is activated to supply cooling or ing System in your 43SB is as follows: heating as required to constantly maintain the temperature selected. The photo be- Turn ON the respective Air Conditioner low shows the Control Panel.

  • Page 63: Anchor System

    Cleat and its purpose is to hold the rope recommended need for a storm anchor. that secures the anchor, after the anchor is set. If your 43SB is equipped with the optional Windlass Anchor Winch, the cleat will help relieve constant pressure on the winch.
  • Page 64 Anchor Windlass (Optional) Scope Your 43SB may be equipped with an Scope is defi ned as the ratio of the length optional power Anchor Windlass, which of the anchor rode to the vertical distance is located under the Anchor Hatch. The...

  • Page 65: Bilge Pump System

    DC Electrical Panel. Listen to each area of the hull, below the designed water- bilge pump as it is manually activated. line. Your 43SB is equipped with three (3) They should emit a quiet “whirring” bilge pumps that are capable of pumping sound.
  • Page 66 SYSTEM OPERATIONS-6...

  • Page 67: Bilge Ventilation System

    BILGE VENTILATION SYSTEM The photo below shows the blower ex- haust on the port side of your 43SB. The engine and generator compart- ments on your 43SB are enclosed areas and are subject to the accumula- tion of dangerous fuel fumes. If these...
  • Page 68 To reduce the risk of fi re or explosion within the engine/generator compart- ments of your 38SB, the bilge blower motors should ALWAYS be operated under the following conditions: Operate the blower motors for a mini- mum of fi ve (5) minutes prior to starting the engines or generator.

  • Page 69: Bonding System

    BONDING SYSTEM The anodes on the rudder, shaft, and trim tabs are installed by your Silverton Dealer. The purpose of the Bonding System is to The purpose of these sacrifi cial zinc an- protect your yacht’s underwater compo- odes is to attract any destructive electrical...
  • Page 70 NOTE: Silverton recommends placing sacrifi cial zinc anodes on the following components: • Propeller shafts • Rudders • Trim Tabs IMPORTANT: DO NOT paint any of the sacrifi cial zinc anodes as it will retard the fl ow of electric current through them and render them ineffective.

  • Page 71: Carbon Monoxide (Co) Detector System

    If the GREEN indicator light still fails to illuminate, contact your Silverton dealer Your 43SB is equipped with three (3) Car- for inspection and replacement. DO NOT bon Monoxide Gas (CO) detector moni-...
  • Page 72 fi fteen (15) seconds. Depressing the use and maintenance of your CO Moni- “Test/Reset” switch will not discontinue the tors. visual and audio signal. See your Silverton dealer for inspection and replacement of the unit(s), if necessary. SYSTEM OPERATIONS-12...

  • Page 73: Electrical System - Dc

    BATTERY SWITCHES: • Battery Chargers BATTERIES: The DC Power source on your 43SB is from batteries. There are three (3) banks of batteries. The three banks of batter- ies are the Starboard, Port, and Genera- tor batteries. All Battery Banks are in the Below the Electrical Panel in the Salon, Engine Room.
  • Page 74 • Key Switch for the Port Engine. DC ELECTRICAL PANEL • ”Main Battery 1” breaker on the DC Electrical Panel. • ”Flybridge Electric” breaker on the DC Electrical Panel. Auto/Bilge Memory Breaker Switch - The Auto/Bilge Breaker Switch gets its’ power from the Port Battery Bank.
  • Page 75 get their power from the Port and Star- board Battery Switches. Both these switches turn ON and OFF the DC Power Fuel fumes in the engine compartment to the Helm Accessory Switches. can explode. Before working on any electrical wiring, ventilate the engine Main Breaker Section - The Main compartment and disconnect the bat- Breaker Section has two (2) columns of...
  • Page 76 The alternators supply charging power to the batteries only while the engines are running. Your 43SB also has a converter, located in the bilge, which converts 120 Volt AC Elec- trical power from either the generator or shore power into 12 Volt DC Electrical power that will charge your batteries.

  • Page 77: Troubleshooting Guide

    TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE DC ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM CAUSE SOLUTION 12 Volt DC equipment not Battery selector switch turned Check battery selector operating OFF. switches to ensure they are turned ON. Main breaker at DC Control Switch breaker to ON. center OFF. Weak or dead battery.
  • Page 78 SYSTEM OPERATIONS-18...

  • Page 79: Electrical System - Ac

    ELECTRICAL SYSTEM - AC The AC Electrical System is a three-wire grounded system powered by either the generator (if so equipped) or shore power. Generator/Shore Power Slide Switch are: Generator and Shore Power. The This Slide allows only one source of AC two (2) sets of switches will be described Current to enter your AC Panel.
  • Page 80 Shore Power : This set of switches gets STARTING THE GENERATOR its power from the Shore Power Hook-Up • Turn ON the generator blowers. located in the Cockpit Storage Compart- ment. The photo below shows the Shore Power Hook-Up at the Cockpit Storage Compartment.
  • Page 81 Alterations or extensions to the electri- cal system can cause electrical shock A LIVE CORD END IS DANGEROUS! or fi re. ONLY competent marine elec- Never leave a shore power cord on the tricians should make system changes dock with only the plug end connected. according to U.S.
  • Page 82 • Disconnect the shore power cord from diately sprayed with fresh water, THOR- the dockside outlet. OUGHLY dried, and blades and contact slots sprayed with a moisture displace- • Disconnect the shore power cord from ment before re-using. the yacht’s inlet recepticle. •...

  • Page 83: Ac Electrical System

    TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE AC ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM CAUSE SOLUTION No 120 Volt Power Main breaker(s) in engine Turn breakers ON or reset. compartment tripped or OFF on generator. Breaker(s) at AC Control Turn breakers ON or reset. Center tripped or OFF. Shore power breaker tripped.
  • Page 84 TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE AC ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM CAUSE SOLUTION Continuous tripping of main Cause of problem not Determine cause and correct determined. problem before resetting breaker. See your dealer if problem persists. No power at AC outlets Outlet breakers in AC Control Switch breakers to ON.

  • Page 85: Entertainment System

    ENTERTAINMENT SYSTEMS SECOND STATEROOM SALON Standard equipment includes the BOSE 3-2-1 System with the Flat Screen Televi- sion. Also available as an option is the BOSE Lifestyle 18 and 35. FORWARD STATEROOM The Second Stateroom has the same op- tions available as the Forward Stateroom. BRIDGE The optional entertainment systems avail- able for the Forward Stateroom are the...
  • Page 86 SYSTEM OPERATIONS-26...

  • Page 87: Fire Extinguisher System

    Fire Extinguisher System, which is per- The Automatic Fire Extinguishing System manently mounted under the salon fl oor in on your 43SB is equipped with a GREEN the engine compartment. indicator light, located near the helm. The purpose of this indicator light is to...
  • Page 88 If the system has been discharged or ap- contact your Silverton Dealer for a thor- pears charged, but the indicator light does ough inspection and repairs. not illuminate, see your Silverton Dealer for further inspection and repair, if neces- -When replacing parts of the fi...
  • Page 89 As a yacht owner or operator, you have The fi re extinguishers shipped with your the responsibility of having the required 43SB should be mounted in a readily ac- quantity of United States Coast Guard cessible location away from the engine...
  • Page 90 SYSTEM OPERATIONS-30...

  • Page 91: Fresh Water System

    (118 gallon capacity): or death may occur. The fresh water tanks are located in the engine room of your 43SB. There are two (2) tanks (59 gallons each). The photo be- Fresh Water Pump: low shows the starboard fresh water tank.
  • Page 92 Your 43SB for any leaks. If any leaks are noted, turn is equipped with a dockside water inlet...
  • Page 93 Galley and Head areas of your 43SB. They are constructed of poly- butylene plastic material and are 1/2 inch inside diameter. The COLD WATER lines have pale blue manufacturer’s lettering...
  • Page 94 SYSTEM OPERATIONS-34...

  • Page 95: Fuel System

    Notify your Silverton Dealer or Silverton’s Cus- tomer Service Department immediately. Your 43SB is equipped with a fuel tank, having a capacity of 430 gallons. The photo above shows the fuel tank. The fuel tank is located aft of the engine room...
  • Page 96 Fill Fitting and the cap is marked GAS or DIESEL, depending on the type of en- The vent fi tting is connected to the Fuel gines that power your 43SB. Tank with the fuel vent hose. This vent allows air to pass through it when fueling and when the engines are drawing fuel from the tanks.
  • Page 97 Leaking fuel is a fi re and explosion hazard; personal injury or death could occur. Fuel Tank Grounding System The Fuel Tank and Fuel Fill on your 43SB The Fuel Distribution supply and return are electrically grounded (or bonded) to hoses, fi ttings and connections, should the ground buss of the bonding system.
  • Page 98 Fuel Supply Valves The photo below shows the generator fuel If your 43SB is powered by gasoline en- fi lter. gines, it is equipped with an anti-siphon valves; located on each fuel supply hose at its connection to its fuel tank pickup tube.
  • Page 99 Fueling Your 43 Sport Bridge Fuel Quality Refer to your Engine Manual, included with your Owner’s Packet, for specifi c fuel requirements for your engine, i.e., recom- mended octane level. Fuel Additives Refer to your Engine Manual for recom- mendations concerning fuel additives. Refer to the Winterization and Storage Pages in the Cleaning and Maintenance Section of this Owner’s Manual concern-...
  • Page 100 SYSTEM OPERATIONS-40...
  • Page 101 General Guidelines For Fueling switches should also be shut off to prevent sparks from any electrical device. Your Yacht Disconnect Shore Power. Improper fueling procedures can cause boat fi res and explosions. It is imperative Extinguish all smoking materials and that the following procedures be followed any other items that may create a spark.
  • Page 102 Turn main battery switches on to oper- ate bilge blower. Ventilate all bilges for at least fi ve (5) minutes. Make a fi nal inspection of the engine and/or generator space and smell for fumes. If they are present, open all doors and ports and evacuate the boat.
  • Page 103 Run exhaust blowers for fi ve (5) minutes before starting the engines or generator. Always be aware of the hazards associated with fuel and follow all safety and maintenance procedures in this publication, the Safety Manual and Chapman’s. “HAPPY SAFE BOATING” FROM THE SILVERTON TEAM SYSTEM OPERATIONS-43...
  • Page 104 SYSTEM OPERATIONS-44...

  • Page 105: Generator System

    As a feature on your 43SB, a Generator System, manufactured by Kohler Company was factory installed at the Silverton plant. Your 43SB may be equipped with either an 8 kilowatt or a 10 kilowatt generator. The gen- erator is available in diesel. As discussed in the Fuel System Pages of the Sys- tems Operations Section of this Owner’s...
  • Page 106 Gasoline vapors in the bilge can cause While operating your Generator system, al- explosion and fi re aboard your yacht. ways be certain there is adequate ventilation in the cabin areas of your yacht to avoid the potential accumulation of Carbon Monoxide Start the generator (Refer to “Starting In- Gas (CO).

  • Page 107: Hot Water System

    HOT WATER SYSTEM Operation of the water heater is as fol- lows: Your 43SB is equipped with a 10.5 gal- Be certain the water heater is full of wa- lon Water Heater, which is operated on ter. You can easily check this by turning the A/C Electrical System.
  • Page 108 Tighten connec- age of the water heater. tions as needed. If the water lines appear worn or are not fl exible, see your Silverton Dealer for replacement. Manually operate the pressure relief valve on the water heater at least once a year (See photograph below, which illus- trates the location of the valve).

  • Page 109: Propulsion System

    Use your sense of smell to detect The OPEN position is on the left above. the presence of fuel fumes. Access to the engine compartment in your 43SB is Visually examine both Seawater Strain- provided through the hatch located in the ers (optional) to ensure they are free of fl...
  • Page 110 Silverton Dealer for inspection and down until the starter motor operates (See repair, if necessary. No, or very low, your Silverton Dealer or a competent tech- oil pressure may cause serious dam- nician as soon as possible to obtain the...
  • Page 111 fi re aboard your yacht as turn OFF the respective engine and con- detailed in the Automatic Fire Extin- tact your Silverton Dealer for further in- guisher System Section of this Owner’s spection and repair, if necessary.
  • Page 112 Silverton Dealer for repairs if leaks are noted. Refer to the ENGINE MANUAL included with your Owner’s Packet for addi- tional technical information concern- ing maintenance requirements for the specifi c engines with which your 43SB is equipped. SYSTEM OPERATIONS-52...

  • Page 113: Marine Sanitation System

    Tank. This waste is stored in the Waste Tank Your 43SB is equipped with one of the until pumped out at a proper facility. The following Marine Sanitation Systems, photo below shows the waste tank. It is...
  • Page 114 the volume of waste in the tank for your separate rocker-type switch may be used convenience in determining when pump- to control the rinse water supply, indepen- out is required. dent of the macerator. This feature allows conservation of your fresh water supply Maintenance of your Vacu-Flush Sanita- as well as the ability to raise the water tion System consists of periodic cleaning...
  • Page 115 supply, this system is equipped with an Refer to the JABSCO Quiet-Flush Toi- anti-siphon breaker contained in the water let Manual included with your Owner’s control solenoid valve. The water control Packet for additional technical informa- solenoid valve of each toilet is controlled tion concerning the use and mainte- by an electrical breaker switch, located on nance of both the fresh water and raw...
  • Page 116 SYSTEM OPERATIONS-56...

  • Page 117: Shower Sump Pump System

    SHOWER SUMP PUMP SYSTEM The Shower Sump Pump System oper- ates on DC Electrical Power, controlled by Your 43SB is equipped with two showers; a breaker switch located on the DC Elec- One is the master Stateroom shower and trical Panel (Refer to the Electrical Pages the other is the shower located in the main of this section of this Owner’s Manual for...
  • Page 118 SYSTEM OPERATIONS-58...

  • Page 119: Steering System

    STEERING SYSTEM The photo below shows the tilt control on the Steering Wheel. The steering system in your 43SB is hydraulically assisted. Hydraulic assisted steering is similar to the power steering system in your automobile and greatly reduces the manual effort necessary to steer your yacht and maintain the desired course.
  • Page 120 SYSTEM OPERATIONS-60...

  • Page 121: Shift/Throttle Control System

    SHIFT/THROTTLE CONTROL SYSTEM (GLENDENNING CON- TROLS) (OPTIONAL) You may have chosen as an option when you purchased your 43SB, an electroni- cally controlled Shift/Throttle Control System, factory installed at the Silverton plant. The purpose of this system is to provide the operator with smooth, posi- tive shift and throttle operation requiring minimal manual effort.
  • Page 122 SYSTEM OPERATIONS-62...

  • Page 123: Trim Tab System

    The position as determined by depressing the rocker-type switches as follows: The purpose of the Trim Tab System on your 43SB is to assist in reaching plan- • Depressing the TOP of the switch low- ing speed as soon as possible and to ers the Trim Tab.
  • Page 124 Trim Tab pump). Tighten connections if leaks are noted. If the hy- draulic lines appear worn or chafed, con- tact your Silverton Dealer for inspection and replacement, if necessary. The photo below shows the Trim Tab Pump.

  • Page 125: Icemaker Unit (Optional)

    ICEMAKER UNIT (OPTIONAL) The Icemaker is an option available when you purchase your 43SB. The Icemaker is located at the Cockpit. You may have chosen as an option when you purchased your 43SB, an Icemaker Unit, factory installed at the Silverton plant.
  • Page 126 SYSTEM OPERATIONS-66...

  • Page 127: Lpg System (Optional)

    Close them immediately in any emer- You may have purchased as an option gency. When on board, cylinder valves with your 43SB an optional LPG Cooking and solenoid valves shall be closed when System. This system is manufactured by appliances are not in use. Keep empty Seaward Products.
  • Page 128 7) Never leave craft unattended when LPG consuming appliances are in use. 8) Do not smoke or use open fl ame when replacing LPG Cylinders. 9) Inspect hoses in system at least an- nually. Replace every fi ve (5) years or sooner if deterioration is found.

  • Page 129: Oil X-Change-R System (Optional)

    OIL X-CHANGE-R SYSTEM (OPTIONAL) _________________ You may have chosen as an option when you purchased your 43SB, an OIL X- CHANGE-R System, factory installed at the Silverton plant. The purpose of the OIL X-CHANGE-R System is to automati- cally drain, fi ll and maintain engine and/or...
  • Page 130 SYSTEM OPERATIONS-70...

  • Page 131: Spotlight (Optional)

    REMOTE CONTROLLED SPOTLIGHT (OPTIONAL) You may have chosen as an option when you purchased your 43SB, a Remote Controlled Spotlight, factory installed at the Silverton plant. The spotlight unit is permanently mounted on the foredeck at the pulpit and operates on the DC Electri- cal System.
  • Page 132 SYSTEM OPERATIONS-72...

  • Page 133: Seakey

    SEAKEY (OPTIONAL) DISPLAY CONTROL PANEL The Control Panel has many functions. Refer to the SeaKey Owner’s Guide to Please be aware - You must subscribe understand all the important features of to the SeaKey Service in order for the the control panel. SeaKey System to work.
  • Page 134 SYSTEM OPERATIONS-74...

  • Page 135: Cleaning And Maintenance

    Silverton yacht. A clean yacht is both pleas- dirt may be diffi cult to remove. ing to the eye and a source of pride in ownership.

  • Page 136: Exterior

    Corian ity wax designed for marine use, such as carnauba paste wax. DO NOT apply wax to the non-skid sur- The galley and head counter tops and head sinks face areas, as it will render them ineffective. If your are manufactured of Corian, which is a superior boating season is year around, it is recommended a quality, tough, scratch-resistant material.
  • Page 137 Aluminum Acrylic Plastic The windshield and window frames on your yacht are The venturi windshield, which is located on the bridge manufactured of aluminum, unless you purchased, of your yacht, is manufactured of a tough acrylic plas- as an option, stainless steel frames. The aluminum tic.

  • Page 138: Canvas Enclosure (Optional)

    DO NOT use any abrasive cleaning agents or The canvas enclosure you purchased as an option brushes when cleaning your vinyl windows, as from your Silverton dealer consists of canvas fabric, they will scratch the material, resulting in poor vinyl windows and zippers. An aluminum tubular clarity.

  • Page 139: Winterization And Storage

    Vaseline Petroleum Jelly. remove while it is still wet. Thoroughly clean the remainder of the hull and the deck. Silverton recommends a coat of wax be ap- Winterization and Storage plied to the hull above the waterline and to the deck for added winter protection.
  • Page 140 Drain all water from the water heater. Prepare the generator and air conditioners (if so equipped) for storage. Refer to the generator manual Remove hose from the input side of the fresh water and the air conditioner manual, included with your pump and allow to completely drain.

  • Page 141: Battery Storage

    Battery Storage Stand or prop up all mattresses and cushions that are to remain on board during storage to allow air The procedure for battery winterization and storage circulation around them. is as follows: Place Mildew Pacs in various locations within the Turn battery switch to OFF.
  • Page 142 Even a small quantity of water can cause rust or other internal engine damage. NOTE: Silverton recommends an optional storage cradle with the purchase of your yacht. The cradle is factory made to conform to the bottom of your yacht for safe storage and minimizes the risk of hull distortion.

  • Page 143: Operating Your Yacht

    Silverton yacht without unnecessary distractions. The fi rst cruise on your new Silverton yacht should be a time for you to become ac- quainted with the vessel. Before you depart Engine Startup Preparation on your fi...
  • Page 144 ine your yacht immediately to determine the mark on the dipstick when the transmission source of the fuel fumes. is cold. The fl uid will expand as it warms and will overfl ow if the level is too high. Refer to If a leak is detected, have it repaired as the Transmission Owners Manual.

  • Page 145: Engine Startup

    Engine Startup IMPORTANT: Always be very careful If the engine fails to start within thirty (30) when starting your engines. Use common seconds, release the ignition switch. Al- sense and good judgement. Turn OFF the low the starter motor to cool for at least engine(s) immediately if you observe any sixty (60) seconds and then try again to unsafe operating condition.

  • Page 146: Shakedown Cruise

    Shakedown Cruise Manual until they reach normal operating temperature. Normal operating tempera- Silverton recommends a shakedown cruise ture for gasoline engines equipped with a after the initial or seasonal startup. This will fresh water cooling system is 170° F and if...

  • Page 147: Getting Underway

    the shift and throttle controls operate prop- Once your yacht has departed the dock erly and are in the proper adjustment. and is in open water, accelerate to cruis- ing speed (RPM’s) as recommended in the Transmissions: Check that both trans- Engine Manual.
  • Page 148 OPERATION-6...
  • Page 149 SIXTEEN WAYS TO you are using the correct fuel for your en- gine. REDUCE FUEL CONSUMPTION 9. Load your yacht correctly. DO NOT put all of the heavy gear, such as anchors, chain, canned goods and spare parts exclu- 1. Keep the bottom of your yacht clean. A sively in either the bow or stern.
  • Page 150 engine intake manifold disturbs the air/fuel mixture and reduces your performance. A leak in the exhaust manifold is DANGER- OUS. Carbon Monoxide Gas (CO) could enter the cabin area of your yacht. Carbon Monoxide Gas (CO) is color- less, odorless, and tasteless. It is highly poisonous, endangering lives even at very low levels of concentration.

  • Page 151: Glossary

    GLOSSARY ABAFT: Toward the rear of the yacht. BRIDGE: Control area of a boat. ABEAM: At right angles to the yacht’s keel. BULKHEADS: The interior walls of the yacht. ABOARD: On the yacht. CABIN: (1) Structure above the main deck. (2) Area below the deck.
  • Page 152 DISPLACEMENT: The weight of the water displaced GELCOAT: The thin outer layer of pigmented plas- by the yacht’s hull. tic-like substance used to cover exposed fi berglass components. DRAFT: (1) The depth of a yacht from the actual waterline to the bottom of the lowest part, such as GIVE-WAY VESSEL: The boat that does not the propeller tip or rudder.
  • Page 153 KEEL: The centerline of a yacht running fore and aft PLANING HULL: At slow speeds, a planing hull will at the lowest point of the hull. displace water in the same manner as a displacement hull. As speed increases, the hull provides a lifting KNOT: (1) A Maritime unit of speed equal to 1.15 effect up onto the surface of the water.
  • Page 154 SEACOCK: A positive action shut-off valve con- SUMP: A pit or well into which water is drained. nected directly to the hull seawater intake valve. SUPERSTRUCTURE: A fl ying bridge or other struc- SHAFT: The long round member that connects the ture that extends above the deck.

  • Page 155: Warning Labels

    Warning Labels The following Warning Labels appear at various locations on your yacht and are self-explanatory. Be certain to familiarize yourself and your pas- sengers with these Warning Labels and their contents. GLOSSARY-5...
  • Page 156 GLOSSARY-6...

  • Page 157: Identifi Cation Labels

    Identifi cation Labels The following labels identify the location or operating procedure of certain items on your yacht that are designed to assist you and increase your yachting pleasure. GLOSSARY-7...
  • Page 158 GLOSSARY-8...

  • Page 159: Maintenance Log

    MAINTENANCE LOG DATE MAINTENANCE PERFORMED HOURMETER GLOSSARY-9...
  • Page 160 MAINTENANCE LOG DATE MAINTENANCE PERFORMED HOURMETER GLOSSARY-10...

  • Page 161: Maintenance Schedule

    MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE GASOLINE ENGINE MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE DAILY 25 Hr. 50 Hr. 100 Hr. YEARLY ITEM Check oil levels Check fuel system for leaks Check cooling system for leaks Check exhaust system for leaks Check for loose or damaged parts Change engine oil Replace oil filter Clean flame arrestor Check electrical connections...
  • Page 162 GLOSSARY-12...

  • Page 163: Boat Record

    BOAT RECORD The Boat Record is provided to record information about the yacht and its components. This record should be filled out by the selling Dealer at the time of delivery. Owner’s Name________________________________________________________ Phone (____)_________________ Address__________________________________________________________________________________________ Dealer______________________________________________________________ Phone (____)_________________ Address _________________________________________________________________________________________ Boat Name______________________________________ Hull Number* US STNE_____________________________ Delivery Date______/______/______ Registration Number_________________________________________________ Length__________________________ Beam_________________________ Draft______________________________...
  • Page 164 Note: The following is provided for your use in recording electronic equipment which you may add to your yacht. All equipment should be recorded so that the information is available in case of repair or for any insurance claim. Electronic Equipment Item: ____________________________________________________________________________________________ Manufacturer_______________________________ Model no._____________________ Serial no._________________ Item: ____________________________________________________________________________________________...

  • Page 165: Boating Accident Report

    BOATING ACCIDENT REPORT DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION FORM APPROVED OMB NO. 2115-0010 U.S. COAST GUARD CG-3865 (Rev. 9/95) STATE ASSIGNED CASE NO._______________ THE OPERATOR/OWNER OF A VESSEL USED FOR RECREATIONAL PURPOSES IS REQUIRED TO FILE A REPORT IN WRITING WHENEVER AN ACCIDENT RESULTS IN: LOSS OF LIFE OR DISAPPEARANCE FROM A VESSEL; AN INJURY WHICH REQUIRES MEDICAL TREATMENT BEYOND FIRST AID;...
  • Page 166 DECEASED (IF MORE THAN 2 FATALITIES, ATTACH ADDITIONAL FORMS) NAME OF VICTIM ADDRESS OF VICTIM WAS PFD WORN? [ ] YES [ ] NO DATE OF BIRTH [ ] MALE [ ] FEMALE DEATH CAUSED BY ] DROWNING [ ] OTHER [ ] DISAPPEARANCE NAME OF VICTIM ADDRESS OF VICTIM...
  • Page 167 ACCIDENT DESCRIPTION DESCRIBE WHAT HAPPENED (SEQUENCE OF EVENTS. INCLUDE FAILURE OF EQUIPMENT. INCLUDE A DIAGRAM IF NEEDED. CONTINUE ON ADDITIONAL SHEETS IF NECESSARY. INCLUDE ANY INFORMATION REGARDING THE INVOLVEMENT OF ALCOHOL AN/OR DRUGS IN CAUSING OR CONTRIBUTING TO THE ACCIDENT. INCLUDE ANY DESCRIPTIVE INFORMATION ABOUT THE USE OF PFD'S.) An agency may not conduct or sponsor and a person is not required to respond to an information collection, unless it displays a currently valid OMB Control Number.
  • Page 168 GLOSSARY-18...
  • Page 169 GLOSSARY-19...
  • Page 170 GLOSSARY-20...
  • Page 185 Fuel Fill Waste Pump-Out Port Lounge Rope Locker Hatch Helm Seat 43 SPORT Aft Lounge Water Fill BRIDGE DECK Wet Bar Access Steps SWIM PLATFORM Swim Ladder...
  • Page 187 YEL/ORG−10 ORG/BLK−10 GRAY/−12 BOW LT GRAY/GRN−12 NAV MALFUNCTION LAMP GRAY/WHT−12 ANCH GROUND GRN/WHT−10 HORN VBAT BLUE/WHT−12 COURT ignition ALARM BUZZER starter TRIM TAB RED−12 TRIM TAB BLUE−12 TRIM TAB YEL−12 TRIM TAB GRN−12 BATT PARA RED/WHT−14 FUEL SEND PINK−14 FWD BILGE IND. BLUE−14 MID BILGE IND.
  • Page 199 4 Thru Hulls: 1 – Sump Pump 4 Thru Hulls: 2 – Bilge Pump – fwd 1 – Air Conditioning Discharge Air Conditioning Drain 3 – Sink Drain Head 2 – Air Conditioning Discharge 4 – Sump Pump (aftmost) 3 – Air Conditioning Drain 4 –...
  • Page 200 Sink Drain – Master Stateroom Fuel Tank Vent Cockpit Drain Water Tank Vent 43 SPORT BRIDGE Vent Box Drain THRU HULLS 2 Thru Hulls: 2 Thru Hulls: Starboard 1 – Bilge Pump – aft (aftmost) 1 – Wet Bar Drain (aft) 2 –...

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