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Four Winns 248 Vista Owner's Manual (348 pages)

248-348 VISTA OWNERS MANUAL

Brand: Four Winns | Category: Boat | Size: 17 MB

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Table of Contents
15
Operation

24
- General
  24
- Component Systems
  24
- Safety Equipment
  24
- Passenger Safety
  24
- Rules of the Road
  24
- Lightning
  24
- A - 2 Component Systems
  24
- Drugs and Alcohol
  25
- Pre-Cruise Systems Check
  25
  - Before Starting the Engines
    25
  - After Starting the Engine
    25
- Engine Operational Procedures
  25
- Grounding and Towing
  29
- Boating Education
  29
  - Boating Courses
    29
  - Boating Manuals and Literature
    30
  - Charts and Maps
    30
  - Laws and Regulations
    30
- Boat Owner Registration
  30
- Insurance
  31
- Accident Reporting
  31
- Discharge of Oil
  31
- Disposal of Plastics & Other Garbage
  31
- Marpol Treaty
  31
- A - 13 Insurance
  31
Safety Equipment

33
- General
  33
- Safe Boating Practices
  43
  - Drugs and Alcohol
    43
  - Safe Operation
    43
  - Passenger Safety
    44
  - Propeller
    44
  - First Aid
    44
  - Operation by Minors
    44
  - Rules of the Road
    44
  - Voluntary Inspection
    44
  - Safe Boating Courses
    45
- Water Sports
  45
  - Water Sport Guidelines
    45
  - Water Skiing
    46
Basic Seamanship

48
- General
  48
  - Boating Regulations
    48
  - Rules of Seamanship
    48
- Navigational Aids
  50
  - International Association of Lighthouse Authorities System B (IALA-B)
    50
  - Lateral Markers
    50
  - Safe Water Markers
    50
  - The Uniform State Waterway Marking System
    51
  - A Special Sign
    51
  - Noise
    51
  - Anchoring
    51
- Recommended Reading
  52
- Contacts
  52
- Owner's Logs and Records
  53
- Navigational Aids Chart
  53
Warranty and Service

55
- Four Winns Warranty Policy
  55
- Deck/Hull Structure Warranty
  55
- Warranty Registration
  55
- Transfer of Warranty
  55
- Pre-Owned Unit Registration
  56
- Insurance Coverage
  56
- Serial Number Record
  56
- Pre-Delivery Service
  56
- Replacement Parts
  56
- Owner's Responsibilities
  57
- Construction Standards
  57
- Winngear
  57
Engines and Instrumentation

58
- General
  58
- Engine Exhaust
  58
  - Carbon Monoxide
    58
  - E - 2 Engine Exhaust
    58
  - Carbon Monoxide Monitor
    59
  - Engine & Drive System
    59
    
    Engine
    59
    
    Stern Drive
    60
    
    Inboards V-Drives
    60
  - Underwater Equipment
    60
    
    Shaft Log
    60
    
    Strut
    61
    
    Propeller Shaft
    61
  - Propellers
    62
    
    Diameter
    62
    
    Pitch
    62
    
    Prop Slip
    62
    
    E - 5 Propellers
    62
  - Engine Cooling Systems
    63
    
    Raw Water Cooling - Stern Drives & Inboards
    63
    
    Fresh Water Cooling - Inboard Option
    64
  - Running Angle & Power Trim/Tilt
    64
    
    Power Trim
    65
    
    Power Tilt
    65
  - Trim Tabs
    65
    
    Control Listing
    65
    
    Induce Planing & Controlling Trim Angle
    66
    
    Trim Tab Maintenance
    66
  - Engine Instrumentation
    66
    
    Tachometer
    66
    
    Speedometer
    67
    
    Temperature Gauge
    67
    
    Oil Pressure Gauge
    68
    
    Voltmeter
    68
    
    Fuel Gauge
    68
    
    Power Trim Gauge
    68
    
    Depth Sounder
    68
    
    Gas Vapor Detector
    68
    
    Engine Hour Meter
    68
  - Ignition Switch
    68
  - Emeregency Stop Switch
    68
  - Engine Synchronizer Gauge
    69
  - Alarm System
    69
  - Rudder Angle Indicator Gauge - Inboards
    70
  - Navigational Equipment
    70
  - Instrument Maintenance
    71
Control Systems

72
- General
  73
- Control Operation
  73
- Neutral Safety Switch
  74
- Control System Maintenance
  74
Steering Systems

76
- General
  76
- Steering Load
  77
- RUDDERS - Inboard Models
  78
- Rudder Angle/Position Indicator
  78
- Propeller Torque
  78
- Steering System Maintenance
  79
Electrical Systems

83
- General
  83
- Single Engine - Single Battery System
  83
  - Single Battery System
    83
  - Battery Selector Switch - On/Off Position
    83
- Single Engine - Dual Battery System
  84
  - Installation
    84
  - Operation - Single Engine W/ Dual Battery System
    84
- Dual Engine - Dual Battery System
  86
  - Installation
    86
  - Operation
    86
  - Battery Switch Operation
    86
- Dual Engine - Triple Battery System
  86
  - Operation
    87
  - Battery Selector Switch - Dual
    87
- Battery Charger
  88
- Voltmeter
  88
- 12 Volt Electrical Equipment
  88
  - Helm Equipment
    88
    
    Installation of Additional 12 Volt Equipment
    89
    
    Interior Equipment
    89
  - Volt Electrical System Shutdown Procedures
    90
  - 220) Volt Electrical System
    90
  - Dockside Operation
    91
    
    Shore Power Connections
    91
    
    120 Volt AC Equipment
    91
    
    Reverse Polarity Indicator
    92
    
    Ground Fault Current Interrupter (GFCI)
    93
  - Generator Option
    93
  - Electrical System Maintenance
    94
    
    Battery Maintenance
    94
    
    Electrical Wiring Maintenance
    94
  - Stray Current Corrosion
    95
    
    General
    95
    
    Galvanic Corrosion
    95
    
    Corrosion Prevention
    95
Fuel Systems

112
- Gasoline Fuel Systems
  112
- System Testing
  112
- Fuel Fills
  112
- Fuel Vents
  113
- Anti-Siphon Valves
  113
- Fuel Gauge
  113
- Fuel Sender
  113
- Fuel Filters
  114
- Gas Vapor Detector
  114
- Use and Maintenance
  114
- Fuel Standards
  115
- Problems with Alcohol in Gasoline
  115
- Recommendations
  115
- Fueling Instructions
  115
Water and Waste Systems

118
- General
  118
- Pressurized Water System
  120
- Priming the System
  120
- System Operation
  120
- Water Heating Systems
  120
- Using the Shower
  121
- Grey Water System
  121
- Shore Water Connection
  121
- Transom Shower
  122
- Heads
  122
  - Vacuflush® Sanitation System
    122
  - Porcelain Head
    123
  - Porta Potti
    124
  - Head with Overboard Discharge
    125
  - Dockside Waste Pump-Out
    126
- System Maintenance
  127
  - Clean Vents and Screens
    127
  - Winterizing the Water System
    127
  - Winterizing the Waste System
    128
Ventilation and Drainage Systems

177
- Engine Compartment Ventilation
  177
  - Gravity Ventilation System
    177
  - Forced Air Ventilation
    177
  - Engine Ventilation System Maintenance
    177
- Cabin Ventilation
  177
- Hull Drainage Systems
  177
  - Transom Drain
    177
  - Bilge Pumps
    178
  - Sump
    178
  - Bilge Compartment Drainage
    178
  - Cockpit Drainage
    178
Interior Equipment

179
- Galley Equipment
  179
  - Electric Stove
    179
  - Microwave Oven
    179
  - Refrigerator
    180
- Refreshment Center
  180
- Entertainment
  181
  - Stereo System
    181
  - TV and DVD Player
    181
  - L - 3 Entertainment
    181
- Air Conditioning
  182
Exterior Equipment

194
- Rails & Deck Hardware
  194
- Transom Door
  194
- Companionway Door
  195
- Windows
  195
  - Windshields and Cabin Windows
    195
  - Plexiglass
    196
- Foredeck Hatches
  196
- Swim Platform
  196
- Cockpit Storage
  197
- Transom Storage Locker
  197
- Bow Platform
  198
- Bow Roller
  198
- Anchor Line Storage Locker
  198
- Windlass
  199
- Radar Arch
  200
- Spotlight
  200
- ENGINE DAY HATCH W/ ELECTRIC LIFT
  200
  - M - 14 Spotlight
    200
  - Upholstery
    202
  - C. MID Cabin (Aft Cabin) Berth
    203
  - N - 2 Exterior Seating
    204
  - C. Port Chaise Lounger Seat
    205
  - E. Deck Sunpads
    206
  - B. Interior Carpets
    207
  - B. Exterior Carpets
    209
  - N - 5 Replacement Upholstery
    210
  - Weather Covers
    211
  - O - 6 Use of Weather Covers and Carbon Monoxide
    214
  - O - 7 Winter Storage
    215
  - Fiberglass and Hull Information
    218
  - P - 3 Equipment Installation
    219
  - B. Weathering Effects on Gel Coat
    220
  - P - 5 Fiberglass Repairs
    221
  - C. Osmotic Blistering
    222
  - Woodwork and Composites
    226
  - Q - 5 Burlwood Mahogany Enhancements
    227
  - General Maintenance
    229
  - C. Prior to Winter Storage
    230
  - Trailer Information
    234
  - C. Hitches
    235
  - C. Swivel Jack
    237
  - D. Coupling Assembly
    238
  - F. Winch
    239
  - H. Spare Tire Carrier
    240
  - J. Tie-Downs
    241
  - B. Backing up with Surge Disc Brakes
    243
  - A. Checklist
    244
  - S - 5 Maintenance
    245
  - G. Tie-Downs
    246
  - A. Removal of Hub
    247
  - T - 1 Launch and Cruise Checklist
    248
  - A. Recommendations
    249
  - T - 3 Loading Passengers and Gear
    250
  - T - 5 Maneuvering
    251
  - T - 6 Acceleration
    252
  - B. Tilt/Trim Control Switches - Stern Drive Models Only
    253
  - T - 8 Navigation Lights
    254
  - C. Running Aground
    255
  - C. Capsizing
    256
  - G. Medical Emergency
    257
  - B. Mooring
    258
  - Float Plan
    266
  - Fuel Log
    267
  - Service Log
    270
  - Service Information
    273

Four winns 248 Vista Owner's Manual (167 pages)

248 Vista; 268 Vista

Brand: Four winns | Category: Boat | Size: 16 MB

Table of Contents
10
Operation

11
- General
  11
- Component Systems
  18
- Lightning
  18
- Safety Equipment
  18
  - Passenger Safety
    18
- Drugs and Alcohol
  19
- Engine Operational Procedures
  19
  - Before Starting
    19
  - Cold Engine Start (Carbureted Engines)
    20
  - Warm Engine Starting
    20
  - Shifting and Control Speed
    21
  - Stopping Engine
    21
- Pre-Cruise System Check
  19
  - Before Starting the Engines
    19
  - After Starting the Engine
    19
- Grounding and Towing
  21
- Boating Education
  22
  - Boating Courses
    22
  - Boating Manuals or Literature
    22
  - Charts and Maps
    22
Safety Equipment

23
- General
  23
  - Required Safety Equipment
    23
  - Personal Floatation Devices (Pfd's)
    23
  - PFD Types
    23
  - PFD Pointers
    24
  - Emergency Stop Switch
    24
  - Fire Extinguisher
    25
  - Fire Extinguisher System
    25
  - Visual Distress Signal Devices
    25
  - Sound Signaling Devices
    26
  - Navigation Lights
    26
  - Additional Recommended Equipment
    26
- Carbon Monoxide
  27
- Ventilation of Accommodation Spaces
  30
- Altitude and Sea Conditions
  30
- Portable Generator Sets
  30
- Maintenance - Engine Performance
  30
- Maintenance - External Conditions
  31
- CO Detection System
  31
- Safe Boating Practices
  31
  - Drugs and Alcohol
    32
  - Safe Operation
    32
  - Passenger Safety
    32
  - Propeller
    32
  - First Aid
    33
  - Operation by Minors
    33
  - Rules of the Road
    33
  - Voluntary Inspection
    33
  - Safe Boating Courses
    33
- Water Sports
  33
  - Water Sport Guidelines
    33
Warranty and Service

41
- Four Winns Warranty Policy
  41
- Hull Structure Warranty
  41
- Warranty Registration
  41
- Transfer of Warranty
  41
- Pre-Owned Unit Registration
  41
- Insurance Coverage
  42
- Serial Number Record
  42
- Pre-Delivery Service
  42
- Replacement Parts
  42
- Winngear
  42
  - Control Systems
    55
  - Steering Systems
    57
  - Electrical Systems
    59
  - General
    59
  - Installation
    59
  - Single Engine - Dual Battery System
    59
  - Operation
    60
  - 12 Volt Electrical Equipment
    61
  - Battery Charger
    61
  - Helm Equipment
    61
  - Voltmeter
    61
  - Installation of Additional 12 Volt Equipment
    62
  - Interior Equipment
    62
  - 120 (220) Volt Electrical System
    63
  - Dockside Operation
    63
  - Shore Power Connections
    63
  - 120 Volt AC Equipment
    64
  - Reverse Polarity Indicator
    64
  - Battery Maintenance
    65
  - Electrical System Maintenance
    65
  - Ground Fault Current Interrupter
    65
  - Corrosion Prevention
    66
  - Electrical Wiring Maintenance
    66
  - Galvanic Corrosion
    66
  - General
    66
  - Stray Current Corrosion
    66
  - Fuel Fills
    67
  - Fuel Systems
    67
  - Fuel Vents
    67
  - Gasoline Fuel Systems
    67
  - System Testing
    67
  - Anti-Siphon Valves
    68
  - Fuel Gauge
    68
  - Fuel Sender
    68
  - Fuel Filters
    69
  - Gas Vapor Detector
    69
  - Use and Maintenance
    69
  - Fuel Standards
    70
  - Fueling Instructions
    70
  - Problems with Alcohol in Gasoline
    70
  - Recommendations
    70
  - General
    72
  - Water and Waste Systems
    72
  - Pressurized Water System
    73
  - Priming the System
    73
  - System Operation
    73
  - Using the Shower
    74
  - Water Heating Systems
    74
  - Heads
    75
  - Shore Water Connection
    75
  - Transom Shower
    75
  - Optional Vacuflush Sanitation System
    76
  - Porcelain Head - Standard
    76
  - Head with Overboard Discharge
    77
  - Dockside Pump-Out
    78
  - System Maintenance
    78
  - Clean Vents and Screens
    79
  - Winterizing the Water System
    79
  - Winterizing the Waste System
    80
  - Cabin Ventilation
    94
  - E - 2 Engine Exhaust
    94
  - Engine Compartment Ventilation
    94
  - Engine Ventilation System Maintenance
    94
  - Forced Air Ventilation
    94
  - Gravity Ventilation System
    94
  - Hull Drainage Systems
    94
  - Transom Drain
    94
  - Ventilation and Drainage Systems
    94
  - Bilge Compartment Drainage
    95
  - Bilge Pumps
    95
  - Cockpit Drainage
    95
  - Sump
    95
  - Electric Stove
    96
  - Galley Equipment
    96
  - Interior Equipment
    96
  - Microwave Oven
    96
  - Refrigerator
    96
  - Air Conditioning
    97
  - Stereo System
    97
  - Companionway Door & Hatch Assembly
    100
  - Exterior Equipment
    100
  - Rails & Deck Hardware
    100
  - Transom Door
    100
  - Foredeck Hatches
    101
  - Plexiglass
    101
  - Windows
    101
  - Windshields and Cabin Windows
    101
  - Cockpit Storage
    102
  - Swim Platform
    102
  - Transom Storage Locker
    102
  - Anchor Line Storage Locker
    103
  - Bow Roller
    103
  - Compass
    103
  - Navigational Equipment
    103
  - Windlass
    103
  - Depthsounder
    104
  - GPS Navigation Package
    104
  - Radar Arch
    104
  - Ship to Shore VHF Radio
    104
  - Spotlight
    105
  - Cabin Tables
    106
  - Interior Seating
    106
  - MID Cabin (Aft Cabin) Berth
    106
  - Upholstery
    106
  - V-Berth or Forward Cabin
    106
  - Exterior Seating
    107
  - Helm Seat
    107
  - Stern Seat
    107
  - Aft Cockpit Table
    108
  - Cleaning Interior Fabric
    108
  - Deck Sunpads
    108
  - Interior Upholstery Care
    108
  - Cleaning Vinyl
    109
  - Exterior Upholstery Care
    109
  - Interior Carpets
    109
  - Privacy Curtains
    109
  - Cleaning and Maintenance
    110
  - Exterior Carpets
    110
  - Stain Removal Testing
    110
  - Stain Removal Procedure
    111
  - Equipment Installation
    120
  - Fiberglass Construction
    120
  - Hull Design Information
    120
Fiberglass and Hull Information

120
Service Information

159

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Four Winns 248 Vista Owner's Manual (348 pages)

Table of Contents

Operation

Safety Equipment

Basic Seamanship

Warranty and Service

Engines and Instrumentation

Control Systems

Steering Systems

Electrical Systems

Fuel Systems

Water and Waste Systems

Ventilation and Drainage Systems

Interior Equipment

Exterior Equipment

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