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Marquis 690
Owner's Guide
HIN: MAQ V2093K809
2009 Version 1

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  • Page 1 Marquis 690 Owner’s Guide HIN: MAQ V2093K809 2009 Version 1...
  • Page 3 This Owner’s Guide was designed to acquaint you with the safe, proper operation and maintenance of your new yacht and its systems. Your first duty as Captain of your new Marquis should be to read your Owner’s Guide and all manufacturer-supplied operating and maintenance instructions found within your Owner’s Information kit.

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    able of onTenTs Preface Using Your Owner’s Information Kit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . i Owner’s Guide .
  • Page 5 Marquis Limited Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
  • Page 6 refaCe 6527 • V2 10/08...

  • Page 7: Using Your Owner's Information Kit

    Contact your authorized Marquis Dealer for any parts or service required for your boat. The information contained in this Owner’s Guide was complete and accurate at the time the guide was printed . Marquis reserves the right to change materials, part numbers, specifications, or system designs at any time without notice .

  • Page 8: Oem Information

    Pre-Delivery Service record The Pre-Delivery Service Record that follows this page must be completed and signed by your Marquis Dealer before you take delivery of your new Marquis yacht . Your Marquis Dealer will prepare your boat for delivery in accordance with the procedures detailed within this document .
  • Page 9 City: _____________________ State: _______ Zip Code: ____________ Telephone: ( ___) __________________Date of Purchase: ___________ Purchased From: _____________________________________________ Boat Hull Identification Number: CDR ___________________________ Third Owner Registration does not extend, alter, or transfer the Marquis Limited Warranty . Refer to the Marquis Limited Warranty for details . SECOND OWNER REGISTRATION...
  • Page 10 GENMAR YACHT GROUP OWNER REGISTRATION PO BOX 1010 PULASKI WI 54162-1010 GENMAR YACHT GRUOP OWNER REGISTRATION PO BOX 1010 PULASKI WI 54162-1010...

  • Page 11: Section 1 - Boating Safety

    oating afety ection Boating Safety Boating safety is your responsibility. You must fully understand the operating procedures and safety precautions in the Owner’s Information kit and this owner’s guide before you operate your new boat. Safe boating is no accident. Safe Operation Safe operation includes, but is not limited to, the following.
  • Page 12 oating afety ection Adverse Conditions Weather At all times, the boat operator should be aware of present weather conditions and the weather forecast. Check the forecast before you begin a day of boating. Be aware, however, that weather conditions can change rapidly.

  • Page 13: Emergency Procedures

    oating afety ection Fog is a result of either warm-surface or cold-surface conditions. You can judge the likelihood of fog formation by periodically measuring the air temperature and dew point temperature. If the difference between these two temperatures is small, fog is likely to develop. Remember the following guidelines: •...
  • Page 14 oating afety ection Never: • Obstruct passage ways to exits and hatches. • Obstruct safety controls, such as fuel valves and electrical system switches. • Obstruct portable fire extinguishers in lockers. • Leave the boat unattended when cooking or heating appliances are in use.

  • Page 15: Running Aground

    oating afety ection Swamped or Capsized Boat If your boat becomes swamped or capsizes, put on a personal flotation device immediately and set off a distress signal. Chances are good a capsized boat will stay afloat. For this reason, stay with the boat. Do not leave the boat or try to swim to shore except under extreme conditions.

  • Page 16: Man Overboard

    oating afety ection Man Overboard You should know what to do in case someone falls overboard. Emergency procedures are published in Chapman’s and instruction is offered by the U.S. Coast Guard. If a person falls overboard, hypothermia may be an immediate concern. Hypothermia occurs when a person’s body loses heat faster than the body can replace it.

  • Page 17: Safety Equipment

    oating afety ection Safety equipment (this next section to page 11 applies for U.S. ownership only) note: Federal law requires you to provide and maintain safety equipment onboard your boat. Consult U.S. Coast Guard, state and local regulations to ensure your boat has all required safety equipment onboard.

  • Page 18: Running And Navigation Lights

    Sound Signaling Device Your boat must have an operable device that can produce a sound signal if conditions require. A horn is standard equipment on all Marquis models. Boats longer than 39' 4", must have a bell and a whistle. These devices must meet the requirements of the Inland Navigational Rules Act of 1980.

  • Page 19: Owner's Responsibilities

    U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary or Power Squadron Flotilla or the time and place of their next scheduled class. Marquis also recommends that you read Chapman’s Piloting, Seamanship and Small Boat Handling for further information on how to handle your boat in various situations.

  • Page 20: Drugs And Alcohol

    Boating Safety Training Manual and Federal Requirements For Recreational Boats. Check with your local U.S. Coast Guard station, your Marquis Dealer, or a local marina about navigational aids unique to your area. Documentation The owner of a boat registered with the U.S.

  • Page 21: Boating Accidents

    oating afety ection Boating Accidents The operator of a vessel used for recreational purposes is required to file a report whenever an accident results in loss of life or disappearance from a vessel, an injury requiring medical treatment beyond first aid, property damage in excess of $200 or complete loss of the vessel.

  • Page 22: Carbon Monoxide (Co) Warnings

    • Stow all loose gear securely. Fenders and docklines should be stowed immediately after getting underway. Carbon Monoxide (CO) Warnings Marquis has installed CO detectors on your yacht. Have these detectors professionally calibrated at regular intervals. Carbon monoxide (CO) is a colorless, odorless and tasteless gas which is emitted in all engine and generator exhaust.
  • Page 23 oating afety ection People sleeping onboard can easily be overcome by carbon monoxide without realizing it. Do not sleep while the engines or generators are running. • Keep the engine room hatch closed when operating the engines and generator. • Do not occupy aft lounging areas, including the boarding platform, or swim near the engine or generator exhaust outlets while the engines or generator are running.
  • Page 24 oating afety ection The following chart displays some possible situations where CO may accumulate. Become familiar with these examples and the suggested precautions to help prevent a dangerous accident. Blockage of exhaust outlets PreCAUtiOn: Never operate can cause carbon monoxide the generator while the boat to accumulate in the cabin and is moored against any other...

  • Page 25: Identifying Co Exposure

    oating afety ection identifying CO exposure In high concentrations, CO can be fatal in minutes; however, the effects of lower concentrations can also be lethal. Symptoms of exposure to CO are: • Watering and itchy eyes • Flushed appearance • Throbbing temples •...
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  • Page 27: Section 2 - Dc Electrical System

    DC E lECtriCal yStEm ECtion DC Electrical System Your boat is equipped with a 24-volt DC (Direct Current) electrical system. This a comprehensive system that is designed to meet your present and future 24-volt electrical needs. Wire-runs and connections are positioned to prevent abrasion and exposure to moisture, as well as to remain accessible for inspection, repairs, and the addition of aftermarket electrical accessories.
  • Page 28 DC E lECtriCal yStEm ECtion Engine Batteries Each propulsion engine has its own pair of dedicated batteries, connected together to provide 24 volts DC. The engine batteries are located in the center of the engine room between the engines. Electricity from each battery pair to its engine is controlled by a master disconnect switch.
  • Page 29 DC E lECtriCal yStEm ECtion Monitoring Battery Voltage Levels A fully charged battery that has not been charged or discharged for at least two hours should indicate between 12.3 and 12.6 volts; a fully charged 24-volt battery pair that has not been charged or discharged for at least two hours should indicate between 26 and 28 volts.
  • Page 30 DC E lECtriCal yStEm ECtion Battery Chargers Inverter and Battery Charger (Generator area Aft Starboard Crew Quarters) (Aft- Starboard of engine room) Engine Battery Chargers There are two engine battery chargers; one for each engine’s battery pair. To operate the battery chargers: 1.
  • Page 31 DC E lECtriCal yStEm ECtion House Battery Charger There are two house battery chargers; one is a dedicated battery charger, the other is an inverter/battery charger. To operate the dedicated battery charger: 1. Supply AC power to your boat. Refer to Section 3 - Shore Power or Generator Power to do this.

  • Page 32: Battery Maintenance

    DC E lECtriCal yStEm ECtion NOTE: Using the inverter to power AC equipment will eventually discharge the house batteries. If the batteries’ voltage level decreases below 21 volts, the inverter automatically shuts off. At this point, any AC equipment operating from the inverter also shuts off.

  • Page 33: Operating The Dc Equipment

    DC E lECtriCal yStEm ECtion Store your batteries in a cool (above freezing temperature), dry area. All batteries lose some charge during storage, but the lower the temperature the less charge is lost. Avoid storing the batteries in a humid place. Humidity causes the terminals to corrode.
  • Page 34 DC E lECtriCal yStEm ECtion The circuit breakers on the DC Bus Distribution Panel and DC Control Center enable you to control the electricity to the DC components by switching the breakers ON or OFF. All of the circuit breakers protect the electrical system by automatically disconnecting the circuit from the power source in the event of a short or overload.
  • Page 35 Shore circuit. CO Detector Marquis has installed several carbon monoxide (CO) detectors on your boat for your safety. The CO detectors continuously check the air in the boat’s cabin for the presence of carbon monoxide. These breakers must be ON for the CO detectors to operate.
  • Page 36 DC E lECtriCal yStEm ECtion When the CO detectors are operating, they alert you to the presence of carbon monoxide in the cabin by emitting a loud, high-pitched sound. If you hear this alarm, determine the cause of the CO accumulation and correct it immediately.
  • Page 37 DC E lECtriCal yStEm ECtion Master Head Port and Starboard These breakers control the electric pumps that flushes the toilets in the master head. Pressing the button on the bulkhead next to the toilet then flushes the toilet. Refer to Section 4 - Toilets and the OEM information for details on operating the toilet.
  • Page 38 DC E lECtriCal yStEm ECtion Side Stateroom Converter This breaker controls the converter that powers the optional DVD player and stereo in the guest stateroom. The converter changes 24-volt DC electricity to the 12-volt DC electricity required by the DVD player. To supply power to the converter, switch this breaker ON.
  • Page 39 DC E lECtriCal yStEm ECtion Galley Fan This breaker controls the exhaust fan switch in the galley. Generator Use this switch to start and stop the generator. Refer to the OEM information for details on operating the generator. Horn This breaker controls the flow of electricity to the switch that operates the horns.

  • Page 40: Troubleshooting The Dc Electrical System

    DC E lECtriCal yStEm ECtion Bridge Breaker Panel The Bridge Breaker Panel, located at the bridge helm, protects the circuitry of various optional bridge equipment. If a circuit breaker trips, identify and correct the cause of the problem, then press the breaker’s reset button on this panel.

  • Page 41: Dc Schematic

    DC E lECtriCal yStEm ECtion DC Schematic F NEG STUD THRUSTER CONT. FEED MAIN BRKR DC ELECTRICAL MDP PORT ISOLATOR STBD ISOLATOR P POS STUD S POS STUD S POS STUD A BAT 2 NEG P NEG STUD P NEG STUD SHUNT 1 SHUNT 2 PLATFORM...
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  • Page 43: Section 3 - Ac Electrical System

    AC E lECtriCAl yStEm ECtion AC Electrical System The AC electrical system supplies power to all of your boat’s AC equipment. For details on the AC electrical system, refer to the vendor literature. AC Power Sources You can supply power to your boat’s AC electrical system by using either a shore power source or the onboard generator.

  • Page 44: Generator Power

    Doing this can damage the generator or its alternator wiring. A Tip From Marquis! Dedicating a 12-volt battery to the generator provides an important safety feature. A dedicated battery enables you to start the generator regardless of the condition of the propulsion engine batteries.
  • Page 45 AC E lECtriCAl yStEm ECtion 3. The generator engine uses a seawater cooling system. This system includes a strainer that prevents debris in the seawater from entering the cooling system’s water pump. Make sure the cooling system’s intake seacock is closed. Remove and clean the strainer. The seacock and strainer are located in the engine room near the forward outboard corner of the starboard engine.

  • Page 46: Operating Ac Equipment

    AC E lECtriCAl yStEm ECtion Do not inhale generator exhaust. Generator exhaust contains carbon monoxide, a poisonous gas. Refer to Section 1 - Carbon Monoxide Warnings for more information on engine exhaust and carbon monoxide. Operating AC Equipment Power to your boat’s AC components is controlled by circuit breakers and, in most cases, individual controls for each component.

  • Page 47: Ac Main Circuit Breaker Groups

    AC E lECtriCAl yStEm ECtion AC Main Circuit Breaker Groups When using a shore power source to supply AC power to your boat, the power is routed through an AC Main circuit breaker group before it enters the boat. Each Cablemaster or shore power cord has its own AC Main circuit breaker group.
  • Page 48 AC E lECtriCAl yStEm ECtion DO NOT switch any A/C System Compressor s breaker ON until after you have opened the seacock that supplies the air conditioning system with seawater. Refer to Section 4 - Air Conditioning System for more information. Air Conditioner System Compressor 2 This breaker controls the compressor and evaporator/blower components of the master stateroom and VIP stateroom portion of the air conditioning...
  • Page 49 AC E lECtriCAl yStEm ECtion Engine Heaters - Starboard and Port These breakers control the engine’s heaters. Switch breakers ON to supply power to the engine heaters. Refer to the OEM information for details on operating the engine heater. Inverter This breaker controls the inverter in generator access area.
  • Page 50 AC E lECtriCAl yStEm ECtion Coffeemaker This breaker controls the coffeemaker in the galley. Refer to the OEM information for details on operating the coffeemaker. Dishwasher This breaker controls the optional dishwasher in the galley. Refer to the OEM information for details on operating the dishwasher. Entertainment Center Master Stateroom This breaker controls the TV in the master stateroom.

  • Page 51: Ground Fault Circuit Interrupters

    AC E lECtriCAl yStEm ECtion • The microwave oven door must close properly to provide safe operation. • Have a qualified repair person adjust, repair and check microwave oven for leakage after a repair is made. Pressure Water Pump This breaker controls the fresh water system’s pressure water pump. After the fresh water tank is filled, switch this breaker ON to activate the pressure water pump.
  • Page 52 AC E lECtriCAl yStEm ECtion power to the receptacle. This limits the amount of time the person is being shocked to a brief moment, which can reduce the amount of injury to the person. Any electrical shock from the AC electrical system, even through a GFCI receptacle, can cause death or serious injury.

  • Page 53: Electrical Loads

    AC E lECtriCAl yStEm ECtion Electrical Loads When operating AC powered devices through your boat’s AC electrical system, be aware that each device exerts a “load” on the system. This load is equal to the amount of current (amps) that the device draws from the AC electrical system.
  • Page 54 Refer to Section 7 - Maintenance Schedule for recommended inspection intervals. NOTE: Damage resulting from stray current or galvanic corrosion is NOT covered under the Marquis limited warranty. Shore Power Connections - Swim Platform Aft Cable Deployment Switches Cable Access Ports Shore Power Connections - Bow 6527 •...

  • Page 55: Troubleshooting The Ac Electrical System

    AC E lECtriCAl yStEm ECtion Troubleshooting the AC Electrical System Problem Possible Cause Possible Solution The AC voltmeter Shore power cord is not Connect the shore reads zero volts. connected. power cord. There is no power at the Contact marina shore power source box.

  • Page 56: Ac Schematic

    AC E lECtriCAl yStEm ECtion AC Schematics For detailed AC schematics, refer to the OEM literature. 6527 • V2 1/08...

  • Page 57: Air Conditioning System

    As seawater temperature decreases so does the units’ ability to produce warm air. Marquis recommends that the A/C units not be operated in reverse cycle mode when the seawater temperature is below 40°F.
  • Page 58 nternal yStemS ectIon Air Conditioning - CoMPonEntS BridgE LEvEL Air Conditioning pumps and strainers mounted in the transom - aft, behind Crew’s Quarters. 6527 • V2 1/08...
  • Page 59 nternal yStemS ectIon Air Conditioning - SALon LEvEL StAtErooM LEvEL 6527 • V2 1/08...

  • Page 60: Fresh Water System

    nternal yStemS ectIon Because some of the air conditioning condensation drains into the sumps, the Forward, Amidships, Aft and Crew Quarters Sump Pump circuit breakers on the DC Bus Distribution Panel must be ON. when the air conditioning system is operating. Do not operate the air conditioning system’s water pump when the seacock that supplies seawater to the system is closed.
  • Page 61 nternal yStemS ectIon Pressurizing and Priming the Water System Perform the following ONLY after the fresh water tank is full. 1. Provide power to the circuit breakers on the DC Bus Distribution Panel. 2. Switch the Forward, Amidships and Aft Sump Pump circuit breakers 3.
  • Page 62 nternal yStemS ectIon FrESH WAtEr SyStEM Guest Head Shower VIP Head Sink Guest Head Toilet VIP Head Toilet Guest Head Sink VIP Head Shower Clothes Washer/Dryer To Galley Sink, Bridge Wet Bar/Ice maker, Bow Washdown Water Heaters Master Head Toilet “His”...
  • Page 63 Fill, pressurize and prime the fresh water system before turning on the water heaters. A Tip From Marquis! If your boat will be left unattended for at least a few days, switch the Pressure Water Pump circuit breaker OFF.
  • Page 64 4. Open the faucet at the base of the hose fitting to supply water to the hose. A Tip From Marquis! Remember that the fresh water washdown system draws its water from the boat’s fresh water tank. Prolonged use of the washdown system quickly reduces the amount of fresh water in the...

  • Page 65: Grey Water System

    nternal yStemS ectIon grEy WAtEr SyStEM 6527 • V2 1/08...

  • Page 66: Raw Water Washdown

    nternal yStemS ectIon raw Water Washdowns The optional bow and transom raw water washdowns enable you to use seawater to washdown and clean your boat. To use the raw water washdowns: 1. Locate the bow- and transom-mounted hose fittings. The bow-mounted fitting is located on the fore deck in the forepeak locker.

  • Page 67: Bilge System

    nternal yStemS ectIon Because the sumps are located below the boat’s waterline, a pump is needed to drain each sump and discharge its water overboard or into the optional grey water holding system. When the Forward, Amidships, Aft and Crew Quarters Sump Pump circuit breakers on the DC Bus Distribution Panel are ON, the sump pumps operate automatically when water in the sumps rises above a predetermined level.

  • Page 68: Raw Water System

    nternal yStemS ectIon rAW WAtEr SyStEM Water Pump Strainer Shut Off 6527 • V2 1/08...
  • Page 69 nternal yStemS ectIon Bilge Pump operation For safety and convenience, each automatic bilge pump can be operated either automatically or manually. The emergency bilge pumps can only be operated manually. The bilge pumps remove almost, but not quite, all of the water that collects within the bilges.
  • Page 70 nternal yStemS ectIon BiLgE SyStEM Forward Bilge Pump Forward Amidships Forward Bilge Discharge Bilge Discharge Forward Amidships Forward Amidships Bilge Discharge Bilge Pump Pair Amidships Bilge Pump Pair Amidships Bilge Discharge Amidships Bilge Discharge Aft Amidships Bilge Aft Amidships Pump Pair Bilge Discharge Aft Amidships Bilge Discharge...

  • Page 71: Sanitation System

    The emergency bilge pumps now operate continuously until the circuit breakers are switched OFF. A Tip From Marquis! A small amount of water always collects in your boat’s bilges. This water is usually not enough to activate an automatic float switch. While underway and on plane, use the helm switches to manually turn the bilge pumps on and let them run for 30 seconds to a minute.
  • Page 72 In certain coastal areas of the world it is legal to discharge the waste from your boat’s waste tanks into the sea. To accommodate this procedure Marquis offers an optional overboard discharge system for your boat. This system is available only on boats that are exported or used in the coastal areas of the United States.
  • Page 73 If you do lose the plate, you can order a replacement from your Marquis Dealer. WASTE deck plates are dropped overboard frequently enough that we suggest you carry an extra in your onboard spare parts kit.

  • Page 74: Waste System

    nternal yStemS ectIon WAStE SyStEM Shown with dual Master heads and optional Crew Quarters. Pumpout switch overboard discharge Pump 6527 • V2 1/08...

  • Page 75: Section 5 - Propulsion

    Additionally, the entire fuel system passed Marquis’s own pressure testing and inspection. Before your boat is delivered, your Marquis Dealer also makes a full inspection of the fuel system. An entry on the Marquis Pre-Delivery Service Record verifies the dealer’s completion of this inspection.
  • Page 76 roPulsion ection Fuel System - Standard with Optional Fuel Tank Racor Fuel Filters Fuel Supply Lines Fuel Return Lines Fuel Equalization Line Fuel Fill and Vent Fuel Fill and Vent Stbd Port Fuel Tank Sight Gauges Fuel Transfer Pump Engine Strainers and Seacocks 6527 •...
  • Page 77 roPulsion ection Fuel Equalization Valves Because the generator draws fuel only from the starboard fuel tank, the fuel levels in the tanks may become unequal. If this occurs, open the fuel equalization valves, located on the bottom near the aft inboard corner of each tank.

  • Page 78: Engine Room Ventilation

    roPulsion ection Engine Room Ventilation Your boat’s engine room is equipped with a ventilation system consisting of intake ducts, exhaust ducts and bilge blowers. This system is designed to remove excess heat from the engine room. To operate the bilge blowers: 1.

  • Page 79: Exhaust System

    roPulsion ection Exhaust System The exhaust system for each engine consists of an exhaust manifold, exhaust piping, a muffler, and the exhaust hoses used to vent the exhaust to the atmosphere. If the exhaust system contains leaks or obstructions, or has any other problem that prevents it from venting exhaust properly, carbon monoxide may escape and endanger you and your passengers.
  • Page 80 roPulsion ection Manual Fire Extinguisher Release Starboard Aft Fire Extinguisher Transom Aft Fire Extinguisher Engine Room Bulkhead 6527 • V2 1/08...

  • Page 81: Helm Displays & Gauges

    The gauges are not waterproof. Protecting them from the elements prolongs their life. NOTE: Small beads of moisture (condensation) can form behind the glass bezel on some gauges. This does not mean the gauge is defective. The Marquis Limited Warranty does not cover the replacement of gauges that are cosmetically affected by condensation. The gauges can be affected by static electricity that may build up on their glass bezels.
  • Page 82 roPulsion ection 6527 • V2 1/08...

  • Page 83: Preparing For Cruising

    roPulsion ection Engine Synchronizer Because your boat has dual engines, it is recommended that you operate the engines at the same speed while cruising. This reduces engine noise and vibration, and improves engine efficiency. The engine synchronizer allows you to electronically and mechanically interconnect both engine shift/throttle levers.
  • Page 84 roPulsion ection 8. Select the fuel tank you wish to fuel first. 9. Remove the appropriate DIESEL fill deck plate using the cap removal tool supplied with your boat. The deck plates are located on either side of the cockpit transom. Avoid spilling fuel on the gelcoat surface of your boat.

  • Page 85: Shore Power

    roPulsion ection If needed, also turn the master disconnect switches for the Bow Thruster, Stern Thruster and Windlass to the ON position. 5. Provide power to the circuit breakers on the DC Bus Distribution Panel. 6. On the panel: a. Verify that all of the safety circuit breakers are ON. b.
  • Page 86 roPulsion ection Stopping: The engines can be stopped by rotating the Key Switches counter clockwise to the off position. This can be done at anytime with no electro/mechanical restrictions. Operational Safety restrictions should always be heeded when stopping the engines. Stopping the engines while underway will produce an abrupt decrease in vessel speed and can cause passengers to loose their balance, which could cause ejection from the vessel or possible injury.
  • Page 87 roPulsion ection The engine room contains moving, hot machinery. Keep your hands, feet and body out of the engine room while one or both engines are operating. After the Engines Have Started 1. Check the engine display. Make sure all readings are within the normal range. 2. Look into the engine room and visually inspect the fuel system hoses and exhaust hoses.
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  • Page 89: Launching The Boat

    Understanding navigation is very important when operating your boat on the open seas. Instructions on how to navigate your boat are beyond the scope of this guide. Marquis encourages you to read Chapman’s Piloting and Seamanship and obtain instruction regarding how to navigate your boat.

  • Page 90: Controlling The Boat

    perating and aneuvering ectiOn Controlling the Boat Every boat owner should know how to perform the following procedures competently. Do not attempt any of these procedures without first receiving appropriate training. Loading When you load items onto the boat, have someone on the pier hand them to you after you have boarded the boat.
  • Page 91 perating and aneuvering ectiOn After getting onboard, start the engines and send someone forward to slacken the line. Release the line. In a river with current, the boat will gain headway with the current. After you are clear of the buoy, power the boat forward.
  • Page 92 perating and aneuvering ectiOn Maneuvering The propellers on your boat rotate in opposite directions. With only the port propeller rotating, your boat tracks forward and to starboard in forward gear and to port in reverse gear. With only the starboard propeller rotating, your boat tracks forward and to port in forward gear and to starboard in reverse gear.
  • Page 93 perating and aneuvering ectiOn Tracking Forward (Props Only) Starboard Engine Forward Both Engines Forward Port Engine Forward Tracking Astern (Props Only) Starboard Engine Reverse Port Engine Reverse Both Engines Reverse 6527 • V2 1/08...

  • Page 94: Anchoring

    Keep the line tight until you find the angle that pulls the anchor loose. A TiP FrOM MArQUiS! To avoid potentially damaging stress on the windlass, always tie off the anchor rope to the anchoring cleat.

  • Page 95: Mooring Lines

    perating and aneuvering ectiOn You may also need to anchor in a strong wind. If you drop your spare anchor, make sure the two anchors are laid out at an angle. If both anchors are set in-line and one of them drags, it may cut a trough for the other anchor to follow.

  • Page 96: Getting Underway

    Bring only those people (spouse and children) who will make up your regular crew. Invite the sales person who sold you the boat or a member of your Marquis Dealer’s service staff along for the ride.
  • Page 97 perating and aneuvering ectiOn Operating at Planing Speed Your boat has a “planing” hull. A planing hull skims “over” the water rather than “through” it. To do this, however, your boat first has to reach a certain speed, called “planing speed.” When you first accelerate from a dead stop, the trim angle of the boat increases, causing the bow to rise and the stern to drop.
  • Page 98 perating and aneuvering ectiOn Do not overtrim your boat. When adjusting the trim tabs, press their control switches for only one-half second at a time, then allow the boat to respond. Continue to adjust the trim tabs in this manner until the boat is at the desired trim angle. Over-trimming can cause the bow to veer and may lead to loss of control.

  • Page 99: Maintenance Log

    aintenance ection Maintenance Schedule The maintenance activities and their intervals listed on the following pages are provided as guidelines only. The ideal maintenance activities and maintenance schedule depend on the components installed in your boat and the manner and environment in which you use your boat. The more frequently you use your boat, the more often maintenance needs to be performed.

  • Page 100: Control System

    aintenance ection Type A Type B Type C Type D EnginEs and drivE systEm Perform maintenance as outlined Refer to OEM Refer to OEM Refer to OEM Refer to OEM in the engine OEM information. Information Information Information Information Inspect water intake hoses and connections. Inspect exhaust system hoses and connections.

  • Page 101: Electrical System

    ** Owner is recommended to clean and wax fiberglass on a regular basis (monthly) but not as part of a 25 hour check by dealer. *** Marquis recommends that you refinish the optional teak cockpit table every two years. Refer to Section 7 Woodwork for details.
  • Page 102 aintenance ection Type A Type B Type C Type D intErior Perform maintenance on the heads. Refer to OEM Refer to OEM Refer to OEM Refer to OEM Information Information Information Information Inspect thru-hull fittings. Clean refrigerator/freezer. Clean range and microwave oven. Lubricate door hinges and locks.

  • Page 103: Exterior Maintenance

    Gelcoat eventually dulls with age, much like the paint on your car. When it does this, you can restore the gelcoat’s luster using an electric buffer and a very fine grade polishing compound. Ask your Marquis Dealer what brand and grade of polish to use.

  • Page 104: Hull Bottom

    Failure to do so can void your bottom paint warranty. Also make sure the paint is formulated for the type of water you operate the boat in. See your Marquis Dealer for assistance in selecting an appropriate bottom paint.
  • Page 105 Decorative Striping Tape A variety of decorative stripes may be used on the exterior of your boat. Striping tapes are custom-made to Marquis’s color and size specifications. Replacement striping tape is only available through Marquis Dealers. To remove a damaged section of tape, heat the area with a hair dryer. This softens the adhesive and makes the tape easier to remove.
  • Page 106 aintenance ection Hatches and Windows The hatch frames on your boat are fabricated from aluminum. Some of these frames are painted with enamel. To clean both the painted and unpainted frames, use a sponge dipped in a solution of fresh water and mild soap.

  • Page 107: Interior Maintenance

    The interior woodwork was finished at the factory with a special industrial/ commercial grade finish. If you need to refinish any woodwork, contact your Marquis Dealer to order the appropriate product. Follow the manufacturer’s instructions on the product package when applying the finish.

  • Page 108: Mechanical Systems

    aintenance ection Leather For furniture upholstered in Ultraleather, refer to the OEM information for details on cleaning this material. Carpet The carpet used on the interior of the boat has been treated with a stain protector. Even so, the carpet still needs periodic cleaning. Care for the carpet as you would care for the carpet in your home.
  • Page 109 The propeller shaft extends through a watertight fitting called a shaft seal. Check the shaft seal every month; if the seal is leaking, contact your Marquis Dealer. Make sure the engines are OFF before inspecting the propeller shaft seals. The engine room contains moving, hot machinery.
  • Page 110 aintenance ection Batteries To maximize the useful life of the batteries: • While using the boat, use the voltmeters to frequently monitor the voltage level of each battery pair. Monitor the charge level with the engines turned off (static condition). Use the onboard battery chargers or the engine alternators to recharge the batteries when they are not fully charged.
  • Page 111 • Clean the bilge pumps twice a season by wiping any dirt or oil from their exterior surfaces. • Remove any oil, dirt or debris from the bilges. Treat the bilges with a commercial bilge cleaner, available from your Marquis Dealer, twice a season. Sanitation System Unlike the other systems in your boat, the sanitation system requires ongoing maintenance to avoid problems.
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  • Page 113: Winterization - Storage

    Marquis recommends that you hire a professional to winterize your boat and its systems. Marquis also recommends that you place your boat in dry (out-of-water), as opposed to wet, storage. Some of the winterizing procedures can only be completed when the boat is out of the water. Dry storage also gives you the opportunity to thoroughly inspect your boat’s...

  • Page 114: Winterization - Systems

    Generator Power. 4. On the AC Bus 1 Distribution Panel: a. Switch the Water Heater 1 and 2 circuit breakers OFF. Marquis recommends taping the breakers in the OFF position until the water system is filled and primed after spring recommissioning.
  • Page 115 You must use a nontoxic, non-alcohol, RV-type (pink) antifreeze in your boat’s fresh water system. Using the wrong type of antifreeze can damage the fresh water system. The repair of such damage is not included under the terms of the Marquis Limited Warranty.
  • Page 116 interization and torage ection Preparing the System for Use Again When you remove your boat from storage and prepare to use it again, flush the entire fresh water system with fresh water. Nontoxic antifreeze is colored, so the water system is adequately flushed when uncolored water flows from all of the faucets and shower heads.
  • Page 117 Empty the waste tank as described in Section 4 - Emptying the Waste Tank. c. Charge the waste tank by adding deodorizer. Use the brand of deodorizer recommended by your Marquis Dealer. Overboard Discharge System 1. Empty the waste tank as described in Section 4 - Emptying the Waste Tank.
  • Page 118 Also remove all dried food. Food attracts mice and insects. Storage To give your boat the maximum protection while it is in storage, Marquis recommends that you place your boat in dry, as opposed to wet, storage. Dry Storage Protecting the boat from the elements during winter storage is advised.

  • Page 119: Spring Recommissioning Checklist

    interization and torage ection Spring Recommissioning Checklist Before launching your boat, complete the following. Hull Safety Equipment Fill gelcoat nicks and gouges Inspect PFDs Inspect props, struts, rudders Replace old distress signals Inspect thru-hull fittings Inspect fire extinguishers Apply new antifouling bottom paint or Inspect, test bilge pumps touch up failing areas Inspect mooring lines, fenders...
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  • Page 121: Warranty Information

    Limited Warranty. Your copy of the warranty is located at the end of this section. Please review the warranty carefully. To ensure that the warranty remains in effect during its lifetime, Marquis Yacht, your Marquis Dealer, and you must each uphold specific responsibilities.

  • Page 122: Obtaining Warranty Service

    The Pre-Delivery Service Record must be signed by both the dealer and the owner. NOTE: Your Marquis Dealer is the ONLY person authorized to approve warranty work. If warranty service is needed you MUST contact your Marquis Dealer first.

  • Page 123: Oems

    OEMs Whenever you need information about a system or component on your boat, contact your Marquis Dealer first. If your Dealer is unable to provide the information, contact the manufacturer (OEM) of the system or component. Refer to the OEM information for telephone numbers and addresses.
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  • Page 126: Bill Of Material

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  • Page 127: Marquis Limited Warranty

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  • Page 128: Options

    Options The Marquis 690 is a yacht that can be configured many different ways. This manual is not meant to contain every possibility. One of the options already mentioned is the auxilliary fuel tank mounted on the port side aft trasnsom area. This is accessible through the Crew’s Quarters.

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