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  • Page 3: Engine Serial Number

    This document discloses subject matter in which Maxum has proprietary rights. The information and design disclosed herein were originated by and are the prop- erty of Maxum. Neither receipt nor possession thereof confers or transfers any right to reproduce, copy, alter or disclose the document or any part thereof, any information contained therein, or to construct boats or any item from it, except by written permission from or written agreement with Maxum.
  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    CONTENTS Chapter 1: Welcome Aboard! Chapter 3: Propulsion & Related Systems Dimensions and Tank Capacities Engine Layout View Engine Room Ventilation System Dealer Service Fire Suppression System (If Equipped) About Your Limited Warranty Fuel System 13 Fuel Fill and Vent Boating Experience 14 Fuel Filters Safety Standards...
  • Page 5 Chapter 6: Plumbing Chapter 9: Convertible Seats, Beds, & Tables Bilge Pumps Dinette/Mid Berth 21 Autofloat Switches Seawater Systems 22 Seacocks Chapter 10: Lights 22 Seawater Strainers Care and Maintenance Freshwater System Navigation Lights 24 Winterizing the Freshwater System 25 Transom Shower Interior &...
  • 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. DANGER! 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

    • Buy replacement parts from any authorized Maxum dealer. About Your Limited Warranty • Maxum offers a Limited Warranty on each new Maxum purchased through an authorized Maxum dealer. • A copy of the Limited Warranty was included in your owner’s packet.
  • Page 8: Boating Experience

    CHAPTER 1: WELCOME ABOARD! Boating Experience WARNING! CONTROL HAZARD! A qualified operator must be in control of the boat at all times. DO NOT operate your boat while under the influence of alcohol or drugs. If this is your first boat or if you are changing to a type of boat you are not familiar with, for your own comfort and safety, obtain handling and operating experience before assuming command of the boat.
  • Page 9: Qualified Maintenance

    CHAPTER 1: WELCOME ABOARD! Qualified Maintenance WARNING! To maintain the integrity and safety of your boat, allow only qualified personnel to perform maintenance on, or in any way modify: The steering system, propulsion system, engine control system, fuel system, environmental control system, electrical system or navigational system. Failure to maintain your boat’s systems (listed in the warning above) as designed could violate the laws in your juris- diction and could expose you and other people to the danger of bodily injury or accidental death.
  • Page 10: Carbon Monoxide (Co)

    CHAPTER 1: WELCOME ABOARD! Carbon Monoxide (CO) DANGER! CARBON MONOXIDE POISONING HAZARD! DANGER Carbon monoxide gas (CO) is colorless, odorless, and extremely dangerous. All engines, and fuel burning appliances produce CO as exhaust. Direct and prolonged exposure to CO will cause BRAIN DAMAGE or DEATH. Signs of CO poisoning include: •...
  • Page 11: Sources Of Co

    CHAPTER 1: WELCOME ABOARD! Sources of CO Sources of CO include: a. Using engine or generator when boat is moored in a confined space. b. Mooring close to another boat that is using its engine, generator or any other CO source. c.
  • Page 12: Chapter 2: Locations

    Chapter 2: Locations Exterior Views Hull Views STARBOARD HULLSIDE VIEW AIR CONDITIONER PORTLIGHTS HOLDING TANK VENT DRAINS (IF EQUIPPED) FUEL TANK VENT PORTLIGHT AFT BILGE DRAIN ANCHOR DECK LOCKER DRAIN DRAIN BOW EYE ENTRY SLIDER HEAD SINK SUMP BOX DRAIN DRAIN MID BILGE DRAIN DRAIN...
  • Page 13: Forward Deck Views

    CHAPTER 2: LOCATIONS Forward Deck Views NAVIGATION LIGHT CLEATS DECK HATCH ANCHOR ROLLER WINDLASS (IF EQUIPPED) ANCHOR LOCKER CLEAT HIDDEN HORN NAVIGATION LIGHT BOW RAIL SPOTLIGHT (IF EQUIPPED)
  • Page 14: Aft Deck Views

    CHAPTER 2: LOCATIONS Aft Deck Views AFT GRAB RAIL WATER FILL FITTING CIRCUIT CLEAT BREAKERS SHORE POWER INLET(S) SWIM STEP GRAB RAIL FUEL FILL FITTING WASTE PUMP-OUT FITTING...
  • Page 15: Helm

    CHAPTER 2: LOCATIONS Helm NOTE: TYPICAL HELM LAYOUT SHOWN ACTUAL LAYOUT MAY VARY DEPENDING ON ENGINE AND ACCESSORY OPTIONS DEPTH SOUNDER TRIM (IF EQUIPPED) COMPASS GAUGE TACHOMETER VOLT GAUGE SPEEDOMETER FUEL GAUGE TEMPERATURE GAUGE BILGE BLOWER SWITCH GAUGE TRIM TAB SWITCHES SWITCH 12-VOLT...
  • Page 16: Component Locations

    CHAPTER 2: LOCATIONS Component Locations 12-Volt Accessory Outlet: At the helm, on the dash panel. Air Conditioner Seawater Intake Seacock: In the engine compartment. Air Conditioner Unit: Access is through the storage compartment under the helm seat. Batteries: On the starboard side of the engine compartment. Battery Charger: In the engine compartment, above the fuel tank.
  • Page 17: Chapter 3: Propulsion & Related Systems

    Chapter 3: Propulsion & Related System s Engine The owner’s packet contains detailed engine operation and maintenance manuals. Be sure to read and understand these manuals before starting or doing any maintenance on the engine. Engine Room Ventilation System WARNING! FIRE/EXPLOSION HAZARD •...
  • Page 18: Fire Suppression System (If Equipped)

    CHAPTER 3: PROPULSION & RELATED SYSTEMS Fire Suppression System (If Equipped) MANUAL DISCHARGE T-HANDLE INDICATOR LIGHT FOR FIRE SUPPRESSION SYSTEM TO MANUAL DISCHARGE T-HANDLE FIXED FIRE EXTINGUISHER The fire suppression system is designed to extinguish a fire in the engine compartment. Before using your boat for the first time, read and understand the fire suppression system’s instruction and mainte- nance manual and follow all warnings.
  • Page 19: Fuel System

    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. • The fueling instructions in the Cruiser & Yacht Owner’s Manual and the fuel recommenda- tions in the engine operation manual must be followed.
  • Page 20: Fuel Filters

    CHAPTER 3: PROPULSION & RELATED SYSTEMS Fuel Filters • The fuel pickup tube (located inside the fuel tank) is equipped with a fine mesh screen filter. • In addition, when supplied by the engine manufacturer, a fuel filter is installed on the engine. •...
  • Page 21: Quick Oil Drain System

    CHAPTER 3: PROPULSION & RELATED SYSTEMS Quick Oil Drain System QUICK OIL DRAIN SYSTEM TRANSOM OIL DRAIN HOSE OIL DRAIN PLUG ENGINE OIL PAN GARBOARD DRAIN PLUG DRAW CORD BILGE GARBOARD DRAIN To drain the engine oil: 1. Remove the boat from the water. 2.
  • Page 22: Chapter 4: Controls

    Chapter 4: Controls Steering • This boat features a power assisted rack-and-pinion steering system. • Check the fluid level in the power steering reservoir every time you use your boat. • Boat steering is not self-centering. Shift/Throttle WARNING! LOSS OF CONTROL HAZARD! Improper maintenance of shift/throttle hardware may cause a sudden loss of control! •...
  • Page 23: Trim Tabs

    CHAPTER 4: CONTROLS Trim Tabs WARNING! LOSS OF CONTROL HAZARD! Improper use of trim tabs will cause loss of control! • Do not allow anyone unfamiliar with trim tabs to use them. • Do not use trim tabs in a following sea as they will cause broaching or other unsafe handling characteristics.
  • Page 24: Chapter 5: Navigation & Communication Equipment

    Chapter 5: Navigation & Communication Equipmen t The owner’s packet contains manuals for all navigation & communication equipment installed on your boat. Thor- oughly read and understand these manuals before using these systems for the first time and observe the following: VHF Radio •...
  • Page 25: Chapter 6: Plumbing

    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 boat is equipped with two automatic impeller-type AFT BILGE PUMP bilge pumps which are used to pump water out of the bilge.
  • Page 26 CHAPTER 6: PLUMBING Bilge Pump Testing BILGE PUMP COMPONENTS LIGHT FILM OUTER OF OIL “O” RING HOUSING POWER SLOT (TYPICAL) CARTRIDGE (TYPICAL) • The bilge pumps are critical to the safety of your boat. • Check the bilge pumps often to make sure they are working. Test each pump often as follows: 1.
  • Page 27: Autofloat Switches

    CHAPTER 6: PLUMBING Autofloat Switches • The automatic bilge pumps use electromagnetic float switches (autofloat) to turn on the pumps whenever water rises above a preset level in the bilge. • One autofloat switch is mounted next to each automatic bilge pump. •...
  • Page 28: Seawater Systems

    CHAPTER 6: PLUMBING Seawater Systems Seacocks CAUTION! SYSTEM DAMAGE HAZARD! • Before using a seawater intake system, make sure that the system’s seacock is in the OPEN position before the system is started and keep the seacock open until the system is shut off. •...
  • Page 29: Freshwater System

    CHAPTER 6: PLUMBING Freshwater System WARNING! • Only use safe drinking (potable) water in your boat’s freshwater system. • Only use a sanitary drinking water hose to fill the water tank or connect to city water. • Never use a common garden hose for drinking water. WATER FILL WATER HEATER WATER TANK...
  • Page 30: Winterizing The Freshwater System

    CHAPTER 6: PLUMBING Observe the following about the freshwater system: • Turn off the water pump when the boat is not in use or the water tank is empty. • Inspect and clean the water filter often (located on the water pump). •...
  • Page 31: Transom Shower

    CHAPTER 6: PLUMBING Transom Shower Your boat is equipped with a freshwater transom shower. The water pump switch must be turned on before using the transom shower. Be sure to read the manufacturer’s instructions, provided in your owner’s packet. Water Heater WARNING! HOT HAZARD! Water heated by the water heater can reach temperatures hot enough to scald the skin.
  • Page 32: Drain Systems

    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. Sink Drains Gray water (water from the sinks) is gravity drained overboard. Shower Drain •...
  • Page 33: Gray Water Recovery System (If Equipped)

    CHAPTER 6: PLUMBING Gray Water Recovery System (If Equipped) GRAY WATER SUMP BOX WITH GALLEY SINK TANK FLOAT SWITCH PUMP SHOWER HEAD SINK DRAIN • Your boat may feature a gray water recovery system. • Gray water from the sinks and shower drain into a sump box. •...
  • Page 34: Marine Head With Holding Tank

    CHAPTER 6: PLUMBING Marine Head with Holding Tank NOTICE Check with local authorities for regulations regarding the legal use of marine head systems. HOLDING TANK SEAWATER PICKUP & BALL VALVE TO WASTE PUMP- HOLDING TANK MARINE HEAD OUT FITTING ON DECK VENT •...
  • Page 35: Macerator (If Equipped)

    CHAPTER 6: PLUMBING Macerator (If Equipped) NOTICE Check with local authorities for regulations regarding the legal use of marine head systems. HOLDING TANK HOLDING MACERATOR VENT TANK TO DOCKSIDE WASTE PUMP- OUT FITTING ON DECK OVERBOARD DISCHARGE SEACOCK To use the macerator to pump waste directly into the water (where regulations permit): 1.
  • Page 36: Vacuflush (If Equipped)

    CHAPTER 6: PLUMBING VacuFlush (If Equipped) HOLDING TANK VACUUM GENERATOR VENT TO DOCKSIDE WASTE PUMP- OUT FITTING ON DECK HOLDING TANK The VacuFlush head system uses a vacuum generator and freshwater from the water tank to flush waste from the toi- let into the holding tank.
  • Page 37: Chapter 7: Deck Equipment

    Chapter 7: Deck Equipment Windlass (If Equipped) CAUTI ON! PRODUCT DAMAGE HAZARD! • DO NOT pull the boat to the anchor using the windlass or continue to run the windlass if it has stalled or is overloaded. Read and follow the manufacturer’s instruction manual supplied in your owner’s packet before using the anchor windlass for the first time.
  • Page 38: Canvas

    CHAPTER 7: DECK EQUIPMENT Canvas CAUTI ON! Take down and securely stow the convertible top, side curtains and back cover before trans- porting your boat by road. NOTICE • No adjustments to the bow jaw slides (K - in photo below) should need to be made as they are preset during manufacturing.
  • Page 39: Bimini Top

    CHAPTER 7: DECK EQUIPMENT Bimini Top Slide the swivel ends of the main bow (A) over the windshield frame and insert the securing pins. Unfold the bimini top (B). Slide the swivel ends of the forward legs (C) over the windshield frame and insert the securing pins. Slide the eye ends of the aft legs (D) into the forward deck hinges (E) and insert the securing pins.
  • Page 40: Chapter 8: Appliances & Entertainment Systems

    Chapter 8: Appliances & Enter tainment Systems NOTICE Always keep an approved ABC-type fire extinguisher in galley area. All appliances installed on your boat come with their own manuals. These manuals contain detailed instructions and important safeguards. Thoroughly read and understand these manuals before using your boat’s appliances. •...
  • Page 41: Alcohol/Electric Stove (If Equipped)

    CHAPTER 8: APPLIANCES & ENTERTAINMENT SYSTEMS Alcohol/Electric Stove (If Equipped) DANGER! CARBON MONOXIDE POISONING HAZARD! • The alcohol stove is a source of dangerous carbon monoxide gas (CO). • BEFORE using the alcohol stove, open doors and windows to make sure there is enough fresh air for ventilation.
  • Page 42: Chapter 9: Convertible Seats, Beds, & Tables

    Chapter 9: Conver tible Seats, Beds, & Tables Dinette/Mid Berth The dinette table can be removed and the dinette area can be converted into a berth. 1. Lift the table (A) and remove the table leg (B). 2. Place the filler boards (C) so that they fit securely on the edge lips at the front of the dinette seats. 3.
  • Page 43: Chapter 10: Lights

    Chapter 10: Lights Care and Maintenance All of the lights installed on your boat 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. 2.
  • Page 44: Chapter 11: Heating & Air Conditioning

    Chapter 11: Heating & Air Conditionin g Air Conditioning System (If Equipped) DANGER! CARBON MONOXIDE POISONING HAZARD! Dangerous carbon monoxide gas (CO) can be brought into the boat through the air conditioning system. CAUTI ON! SYSTEM DAMAGE HAZARD! The air conditioning system’s seacock must be OPENED before turning on the air conditioner and must remain OPEN during use.
  • Page 45: Chapter 12: Electrical System

    Chapter 12: Electrical System DANGER! EXTREME FIRE, SHOCK & EXPLOSION HAZARD! • To minimize the risks of fire and explosion, NEVER install knife switches or other arcing devices in the fuel compartments. • NEVER substitute automotive parts for marine parts. Electrical, ignition and fuel system parts were designed and manufactured to comply with rules and regulations that minimize risks of fire and explosion.
  • Page 46: 12-Volt Dc System

    CHAPTER 12: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM 12-Volt DC System Batteries The batteries supply electricity for lights, accessories, engine starting. The Electrical section of Chapter 8, in the Cruiser & Yacht Owner’s Manual, provides battery, care and maintenance instructions. Fuses and Circuit Breakers •...
  • Page 47: 12-Volt Accessory Outlet

    CHAPTER 12: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Alternator The engine alternator will keep the batteries properly charged when running at cruising speeds. Battery Charger CAUTI ON! ENGINE & ELECTRICAL SYSTEM DAMAGE HAZARD! NEVER run the boat’s engine and the battery charger at the same time. CAUTI ON! The battery charging systems (alternator and battery charger) installed on your boat are designed to charge conventional lead-acid batteries.
  • Page 48: 120-Volt Ac System

    CHAPTER 12: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM 120-Volt AC System CAUTI ON! WATER HEATER DAMAGE HAZARD! • DO NOT turn on the water heater AC panel electrical circuit until the water heater tank is COMPLETELY filled with water. • The tank is full if water flows from the tap when the hot water is turned on in the galley. •...
  • Page 49: Shore Power

    CHAPTER 12: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Shore Power DANGER! 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 50 CHAPTER 12: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM CAUTI ON! ELECTRICAL SYSTEM DAMAGE HAZARD! • NEVER connect to dockside power outside of North America unless you have purchased the international electrical conversion option. • The simultaneous use of several AC components can result in an overloaded circuit. It may be necessary to turn off one or more accessories in order to use another accessory.
  • Page 51: Connecting To Shore Power

    CHAPTER 12: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Connecting To Shore Power NOTES: SINGLE INLET IS STANDARD DUAL INLETS IF EQUIPPED WITH AIR CONDITIONER TRANSOM STORAGE TYPICAL SHORE POWER INLET SHORE POWER INLETS DUAL SHORE POWER AC PANEL (IF EQUIPPED) LINE 1 VOLTMETER LINE 2 LINE 2 DOCKSIDE MASTER SELECTOR SWITCH...
  • Page 52: Transfer Switch (If Equipped With Dual Shore Power)

    CHAPTER 12: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM 1. Review all hazard information at the beginning of this section, Shore Power. 2. Turn off all breakers and switches on the AC master panel. 3. Attach the shore power cord to the boat inlet first then to the dockside outlet. 4.
  • Page 53: Electrical Routings

    CHAPTER 12: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Electrical Routings Deck Electrical Harness NOTE: VIEW IS OF UNDERSIDE OF DECK ENTERTAINMENT SHIFT/ LIGHT WIPER NAVIGATION CENTER LIGHT SPEAKER THROTTLE DASH SWITCHES MOTOR SPEAKERS LIGHT COURTESY LIGHT COURTESY HORN LIGHT ALL AROUND LIGHT SPOTLIGHT SHORE POWER INLET(S) ANCHOR...
  • Page 54: Hull Electrical Harness

    CHAPTER 12: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Hull Electrical Harness FIXED FIRE FUEL EXTINGUISHER SUMP PUMP AFT BILGE PUMP TANK TO GALLEY TRIM TAB PUMP ENGINE FORWARD GROUND BILGE PUMP ENGINE PLUG CABIN HEATER WATER PUMP HEAD PLUG TRIM/TILT PUMP 12-VOLT ACCESSORY OUTLET TO DASH BUSS VACU-FLUSH...
  • Page 55: Battery System

    CHAPTER 12: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Battery System ENGINE BLOCK GROUND BATTERY CHARGER STARTER NEGATIVE TRIM & TILT BATTERIES TO BATTERY TO DASH POSITIVE PUMP SWITCH Bonding Harness AIR CONDITIONER PUMP FUEL HEAD STRAINER (IF EQUIPPED) TANK PICKUP AIR CONDITIONER PANEL (IF EQUIPPED) AIR CONDITIONER PUMP (IF EQUIPPED) ENGINE...
  • Page 56: Wire Diagrams

    CHAPTER 12: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Wire Diagrams 120-Volt AC Electrical System...
  • Page 57: 12-Volt Dc Electrical System

    CHAPTER 12: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM 12-Volt DC Electrical System...
  • Page 58: Engine Electrical System

    CHAPTER 12: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Engine Electrical System...
  • Page 59: Fire Suppression System, Five Circuit Shutdown (If Equipped)

    CHAPTER 12: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Fire Suppression System, Five Circuit Shutdown (If Equipped) CIRCUIT #1 DISPLAY WIRE (BROWN) PLACE WIRE HERE TO POWER UP FUEL SOLENOID DISPLAY WIRE (WHITE) CONNECT WIRE (PURPLE) HERE TO DISPLAY WIRE (BLACK) POWER DOWN FUEL SOLENOID PLACE WIRE (PURPLE) FROM PORT AGENT BOTTLE SW.
  • Page 60 Owner’s Notes...
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