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Four winns 378 VISTA Owner's Manual (201 pages)
Boats
Brand:
Four winns
| Category:
Boat
| Size: 7.7 MB
Table of Contents
Warranty Registration Transfer Request
2
Specifications
7
Table of Contents
16
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 System Check
25
Before Starting the Engines
25
After Starting the Engine
25
Engine Operational Procedures
25
Before Starting
25
Cold Engine Start (EFI Engines)
26
Warm Engine Starting
27
Shifting and Control Speed
27
Stopping Engine
27
Grounding and Towing
28
Boating Education
28
Boating Courses
28
Boating Manuals and Literature
28
Charts and Maps
28
Laws and Regulations
29
Boat Owner Registration
29
Insurance
29
Accident Reporting
29
Discharge of Oil
30
Disposal of Plastics & Other Garbage
30
Marpol Treaty
30
Safety & Safety Equipment
31
General
31
Required Safety Equipment
31
Personal Floatation Devices (Pfds)
31
PFD Types
31
PFD Pointers
32
Fire Extinguisher
32
Fire Extinguisher System
33
Visual Distress Signal Devices
33
Sound Signaling Devices
33
Navigation Lights
34
Additional Recommended Equipment
34
Carbon Monoxide
34
Properties and Characteristics of Carbon Monoxide
35
What Makes Carbon Monoxide
35
How a Person Is Affected by Carbon Monoxide
35
Effects of Carbon Monoxide
35
Symptoms
35
Treatment (Evaluate, Ventilate, Evacuate, Investigate, Take Corrective Action)
36
Inspection
36
Operation
36
The Effect of Boats Moored Along Side
37
Backdrafting (Station Wagon Effect)
37
Accumulation of Exhaust Gases-Swim Platform
38
Dangerous Activity - "Teak Surfing"/"Dragging
38
Cabin Appliances
38
Air Conditioning
38
Ventilation of Accommodation (Occupied) Spaces
38
Running of Engines in Idle
39
Altitude and Sea Conditions
39
Portable Generator Sets
39
Maintenance - Engine Performance
39
Maintenance - External Conditions
39
Maintenance - Exhaust System Integrity
40
Maintenance - Ventilation Systems
40
Maintenance - Bulkhead and Deck Integrity
40
Maintenance - Air Conditioning Systems
40
Maintenance - Liquid Drains
40
AA. CO Detection System
40
Safe Boating Practices
41
Drugs and Alcohol
41
Safe Operation
41
Passenger Safety
42
Propeller
42
First Aid
42
Operation by Minors
42
Rules of the Road
42
Voluntary Inspection
42
Safe Boating Courses
43
Water Sports
43
Water Sport Guidelines
43
Basic Seamanship
45
General
45
Boating Regulations
45
Rules of Seamanship
45
Navigational Aids
47
International Association of Lighthouse Authorities System B (IALA-B)
47
Lateral Markers
47
Safe Water Markers
47
The Uniform State Waterway Marking System
48
A Special Sign
48
Noise
48
Anchoring
48
Recommended Reading
49
Contacts
49
Owner's Logs and Records
50
Navigational Aids Chart
50
Warranty and Service
52
Four Winns Warranty Policy
52
Deck/Hull Structure Warranty
52
Warranty Registration
52
Transfer of Warranty
52
Pre-Owned Unit Registration
52
Insurance Coverage
53
Serial Number Record
53
Pre-Delivery Service
53
Replacement Parts
53
Owner's Responsibilities
54
Construction Standards
54
Winngear
54
Engines and Instrumentation
55
General
55
Engine Exhaust
55
Carbon Monoxide
55
E - 2 Engine Exhaust
55
Carbon Monoxide Monitor
56
Engine & Drive System
56
Engine
56
Inboard V-Drives
56
UNDERWATER EQUIPMENT (Inboards)
57
Shaft Log
57
Strut
57
Propeller Shaft
58
Propellers
59
Engine Cooling Systems
60
Running Angle
60
Trim Tabs
61
Control Listing
61
Induce Planing & Controlling Trim Angle
62
Trim Tab Maintenance
62
Engine Instrumentation
62
Tachometer
62
Speedometer
63
Temperature Gauge
63
Oil Pressure Gauge
63
Voltmeter
63
Fuel Gauge
63
Depthsounder
63
Gas Vapor Detector
63
Engine Hour Meter
64
Ignition Switch
64
Engine Synchronizer Gauge
64
Alarm Systems
64
Rudder Angle Indicator Gauge
64
Navigation Packages (Optional)
64
Instrument Maintenance
65
Control Systems
66
General
66
Control Operation
66
Shifting and Control Speed
66
Neutral Safety Switch
67
Control System Maintenance
67
Steering Systems
68
General
68
Tilt Steering
68
Hydraulic Steering
68
Steering Load
69
Rudder
69
Rudder Angle/Position Indicator
69
G - 4 Rudder Angle/Position Indicator
69
Propeller Torque
70
Steering System Maintenance
70
Electrical Systems
74
General
74
Dual Engine - Quad Battery System
74
Installation
74
Operation
75
Battery Charger
75
Voltmeter
75
12 Volt Electrical Equipment
76
Helm Equipment
76
Installation of Additional 12 Volt Equipment
77
Interior Equipment
77
120 (220) Volt Electrical System
78
Dockside Operation
78
Shore Power Connections
79
120 Volt AC Equipment
79
Reverse Polarity Indicator
80
Ground Fault Current Interrupter
80
Electrical System Maintenance
81
Battery Maintenance
81
Electrical Wiring Maintenance
82
Stray Current Corrosion
82
General
82
Galvanic Corrosion
82
Corrosion Prevention
83
Fuel Systems
84
Gasoline Fuel Systems
84
System Testing
84
Fuel Fills
85
Fuel Vents
85
Anti-Siphon Valves
85
Fuel Gauge
86
Fuel Sender
86
Fuel Filters
86
Gas Vapor Detector
87
Use and Maintenance
87
Fuel Standards
87
Problems with Alcohol in Gasoline
87
Recommendations
87
Fueling Instructions
88
Water and Waste Systems
89
General
89
Pressurized Water System
90
Priming the System
90
System Operation
90
Water Heating Systems
90
Using the Shower
90
Grey Water System
91
Shore Water Connection
91
Transom Shower
92
Heads
92
Vacuflush® Sanitation System
92
Head with Overboard Discharge
93
Dockside Pump-Out
94
System Maintenance
94
Clean Vents and Screens
94
Winterizing the Water System
95
Winterizing the Waste System
95
Ventilation and Drainage Systems
96
Engine Compartment Ventilation
96
Gravity Ventilation System
96
Forced Air Ventilation
96
Engine Ventilation System Maintenance
96
Cabin Ventilation
96
Hull Drainage Systems
96
Transom Drain
96
Bilge Pumps
97
Sump
97
Bilge Compartment Drainage
97
Cockpit Drainage
97
Interior Equipment
98
Galley Equipment
98
Electric Stove
98
Microwave Oven
98
Refrigerator
98
Refreshment Center - Icemaker and Refrigerator
98
Entertainment Center
99
Stereo System
99
Tv/DVD Player
99
Air Conditioning
100
Central Vacuum
101
Exterior Equipment
102
Rails & Deck Hardware
102
Transom Door
102
Companionway Door
102
Windows
103
Windshields and Cabin Windows
103
Plexiglass
103
Foredeck Hatches
104
Extended Swim Platform
104
Cockpit Storage
104
ENGINE DAY HATCH W/ ELECTRIC LIFT
105
Transom Storage Locker
106
BOW PLATFORM W/ ANCHOR ROLLER
106
Anchor Storage Locker
107
Windlass
107
Navigational Equipment
108
Compass
108
Depthsounder
108
Ship to Shore VHF Radio
108
Gps/Chart Plotter
108
Auto Pilot and Radar
108
Radar Arch
109
Spotlight
109
Upholstery
110
Cabin Tables
110
V-Berth or Forward Cabin
110
MID Cabin (Aft Cabin) Berth
111
Exterior Seating
111
Helm Seat
111
Stern Seat
111
Port Helm Lounger
113
Cockpit Table
113
Deck Sunpads
113
Interior Upholstery Care
114
Cleaning Interior Fabric/Upholstery
114
Interior Carpets
114
Privacy Curtains
115
Exterior Upholstery Care
115
Cleaning Vinyl
115
Exterior Carpets
116
Cleaning and Maintenance
116
Stain Removal Testing
116
Stain Removal Procedure
117
Weather Covers
118
General Information
118
Trailering
118
Bimini Top
119
Camper
119
Cockpit Cover
120
Use of Weather Covers and Carbon Monoxide
120
Winter Storage
121
Maintenance
121
Fiberglass and Hull Information
123
Hull Design Information
123
Fiberglass Construction
123
Equipment Installation
123
Fiberglass Care & Maintenance
124
General Maintenance
124
Weathering Effects on Gel Coat
124
Stains
125
Fiberglass Repairs
125
Scratches
126
Gouges & Cracks
126
Osmotic Blistering
127
Antifouling Paint
127
Hull Support
127
Woodwork and Composites
129
High-Pressure Laminate Care
129
Cherry
129
Star Board
129
Burlwood Mahogany Enhancements
129
Granicoat™ Galley Countertop
129
Corian® Material
129
Acrylic Plastic - (Plexiglass)
130
General Maintenance
131
Winterization
131
Prior to Lifting for Winter Lay-Up
131
After Lifting
131
Prior to Winter Storage
132
General Maintenance Schedule
133
Prelaunch and Underway
141
Launch and Cruise Checklist
141
Fueling
142
Recommendations
142
Preliminary Guidelines
142
Pumping Fuel
142
After Fueling
142
Loading Passengers and Gear
143
Starting Procedures
143
Preliminary Checks
143
Starting
143
Maneuvering
143
Leaving the Dock
144
Stopping
144
Acceleration
144
Trimming Your Boat
145
Navigation Lights
146
Hazardous Conditions
146
Storms
146
Fog
146
Running Aground
147
Warning Markers
147
Reacting to Emergencies
147
Flooding
147
Capsizing and man Overboard
147
Capsizing
147
Man Overboard
148
Collision
148
Fire
148
Medical Emergency
149
Propulsion Failure
149
Control Failure
149
Steering Failure
149
Additional Underway Information
149
Returning to Shore
149
Docking
149
Mooring
150
Glossary
151
Float Plan
158
Fuel Log
159
Service Log
162
Service Information
165
Vista Locator Drawing
166
Electrical Schematics
167
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Four winns 378 VISTA Owner's Manual (197 pages)
Brand:
Four winns
| Category:
Boat
| Size: 6.89 MB
Table of Contents
Warranty Registration Transfer Request
2
Specifications
7
Table of Contents
16
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 System Check
25
Before Starting the Engines
25
After Starting the Engine
25
Engine Operational Procedures
25
Before Starting
25
Cold Engine Start (EFI Engines)
26
Warm Engine Starting
27
Shifting and Control Speed
27
Stopping Engine
27
Grounding and Towing
28
Boating Education
28
Boating Courses
28
Boating Manuals and Literature
28
Charts and Maps
28
Laws and Regulations
29
Boat Owner Registration
29
Insurance
29
Accident Reporting
29
Discharge of Oil
30
Disposal of Plastics & Other Garbage
30
Marpol Treaty
30
Safety & Safety Equipment
31
General
31
Required Safety Equipment
31
Personal Floatation Devices (Pfds)
31
PFD Types
31
PFD Pointers
32
Fire Extinguisher
32
Fire Extinguisher System
33
Visual Distress Signal Devices
33
Sound Signaling Devices
33
Navigation Lights
34
Additional Recommended Equipment
34
Carbon Monoxide
34
Properties and Characteristics of Carbon Monoxide
35
What Makes Carbon Monoxide
35
How a Person Is Affected by Carbon Monoxide
35
Effects of Carbon Monoxide
35
Symptoms
35
Treatment (Evaluate, Ventilate, Evacuate, Investigate, Take Corrective Action)
36
Inspection
36
Operation
36
The Effect of Boats Moored Along Side
37
Backdrafting (Station Wagon Effect)
37
Accumulation of Exhaust Gases-Swim Platform
38
Dangerous Activity - "Teak Surfing"/"Dragging
38
Cabin Appliances
38
Air Conditioning
38
Ventilation of Accommodation (Occupied) Spaces
38
Running of Engines in Idle
39
Altitude and Sea Conditions
39
Portable Generator Sets
39
Maintenance - Engine Performance
39
Maintenance - External Conditions
39
Maintenance - Exhaust System Integrity
40
Maintenance - Ventilation Systems
40
Maintenance - Bulkhead and Deck Integrity
40
Maintenance - Air Conditioning Systems
40
Maintenance - Liquid Drains
40
AA. CO Detection System
40
Safe Boating Practices
41
Drugs and Alcohol
41
Safe Operation
41
Passenger Safety
42
Propeller
42
First Aid
42
Operation by Minors
42
Rules of the Road
42
Voluntary Inspection
42
Safe Boating Courses
43
Water Sports
43
Water Sport Guidelines
43
Basic Seamanship
45
General
45
Boating Regulations
45
Rules of Seamanship
45
Navigational Aids
47
International Association of Lighthouse Authorities System B (IALA-B)
47
Lateral Markers
47
Safe Water Markers
47
The Uniform State Waterway Marking System
48
A Special Sign
48
Noise
48
Anchoring
48
Recommended Reading
49
Contacts
49
Owner's Logs and Records
50
Navigational Aids Chart
50
Warranty and Service
52
Four Winns Warranty Policy
52
Deck/Hull Structure Warranty
52
Warranty Registration
52
Transfer of Warranty
52
Pre-Owned Unit Registration
52
Insurance Coverage
53
Serial Number Record
53
Pre-Delivery Service
53
Replacement Parts
53
Owner's Responsibilities
54
Construction Standards
54
Winngear
54
Engines and Instrumentation
55
General
55
Engine Exhaust
55
Carbon Monoxide
55
E - 2 Engine Exhaust
55
Carbon Monoxide Monitor
56
Engine & Drive System
56
Engine
56
Inboard V-Drives
56
UNDERWATER EQUIPMENT (Inboards)
57
Shaft Log
57
Strut
57
Propeller Shaft
58
Propellers
59
Engine Cooling Systems
60
Running Angle
60
Trim Tabs
61
Control Listing
61
Induce Planing & Controlling Trim Angle
62
Trim Tab Maintenance
62
Engine Instrumentation
62
Tachometer
62
Speedometer
63
Temperature Gauge
63
Oil Pressure Gauge
63
Voltmeter
63
Fuel Gauge
63
Depthsounder
63
Gas Vapor Detector
63
Engine Hour Meter
64
Ignition Switch
64
Engine Synchronizer Gauge
64
Alarm Systems
64
Rudder Angle Indicator Gauge
64
Navigation Packages (Optional)
64
Instrument Maintenance
65
Control Systems
66
General
66
Control Operation
66
Shifting and Control Speed
66
Neutral Safety Switch
67
Control System Maintenance
67
Steering Systems
68
General
68
Tilt Steering
68
Hydraulic Steering
68
Steering Load
69
Rudder
69
Rudder Angle/Position Indicator
69
G - 4 Rudder Angle/Position Indicator
69
Propeller Torque
70
Steering System Maintenance
70
Electrical Systems
74
General
74
Dual Engine - Quad Battery System
74
Installation
74
Operation
75
Battery Charger
75
Voltmeter
75
12 Volt Electrical Equipment
76
Helm Equipment
76
Installation of Additional 12 Volt Equipment
77
Interior Equipment
77
120 (220) Volt Electrical System
78
Dockside Operation
78
Shore Power Connections
79
120 Volt AC Equipment
79
Reverse Polarity Indicator
80
Ground Fault Current Interrupter
80
Electrical System Maintenance
81
Battery Maintenance
81
Electrical Wiring Maintenance
82
Stray Current Corrosion
82
General
82
Galvanic Corrosion
82
Corrosion Prevention
83
Fuel Systems
84
Gasoline Fuel Systems
84
System Testing
84
Fuel Fills
85
Fuel Vents
85
Anti-Siphon Valves
85
Fuel Gauge
86
Fuel Sender
86
Fuel Filters
86
Gas Vapor Detector
87
Use and Maintenance
87
Fuel Standards
87
Problems with Alcohol in Gasoline
87
Recommendations
87
Fueling Instructions
88
Water and Waste Systems
89
General
89
Pressurized Water System
90
Priming the System
90
System Operation
90
Water Heating Systems
90
Using the Shower
90
Grey Water System
91
Shore Water Connection
91
Transom Shower
92
Heads
92
Vacuflush® Sanitation System
92
Head with Overboard Discharge
93
Dockside Pump-Out
94
System Maintenance
94
Clean Vents and Screens
94
Winterizing the Water System
95
Winterizing the Waste System
95
Ventilation and Drainage Systems
96
Engine Compartment Ventilation
96
Gravity Ventilation System
96
Forced Air Ventilation
96
Engine Ventilation System Maintenance
96
Cabin Ventilation
96
Hull Drainage Systems
96
Transom Drain
96
Bilge Pumps
97
Sump
97
Bilge Compartment Drainage
97
Cockpit Drainage
97
Interior Equipment
98
Galley Equipment
98
Electric Stove
98
Microwave Oven
98
Refrigerator
98
Refreshment Center - Icemaker and Refrigerator
98
Entertainment Center
99
Stereo System
99
Tv/DVD Player
99
Air Conditioning
100
Central Vacuum
101
Exterior Equipment
102
Rails & Deck Hardware
102
Transom Door
102
Companionway Door
102
Windows
103
Windshields and Cabin Windows
103
Plexiglass
103
Foredeck Hatches
104
Extended Swim Platform
104
Cockpit Storage
104
ENGINE DAY HATCH W/ ELECTRIC LIFT
105
Transom Storage Locker
106
BOW PLATFORM W/ ANCHOR ROLLER
106
Anchor Storage Locker
107
Windlass
107
Navigational Equipment
108
Compass
108
Depthsounder
108
Ship to Shore VHF Radio
108
Gps/Chart Plotter
108
Auto Pilot and Radar
108
Radar Arch
109
Spotlight
109
Upholstery
110
Cabin Tables
110
V-Berth or Forward Cabin
110
MID Cabin (Aft Cabin) Berth
111
Exterior Seating
111
Helm Seat
111
Stern Seat
111
Port Helm Lounger
113
Cockpit Table
113
Deck Sunpads
113
Interior Upholstery Care
114
Cleaning Interior Fabric/Upholstery
114
Interior Carpets
114
Privacy Curtains
115
Exterior Upholstery Care
115
Cleaning Vinyl
115
Exterior Carpets
116
Cleaning and Maintenance
116
Stain Removal Testing
116
Stain Removal Procedure
117
Weather Covers
118
General Information
118
Trailering
118
Bimini Top
119
Camper
119
Cockpit Cover
120
Use of Weather Covers and Carbon Monoxide
120
Winter Storage
121
Maintenance
121
Fiberglass and Hull Information
123
Hull Design Information
123
Fiberglass Construction
123
Equipment Installation
123
Fiberglass Care & Maintenance
124
General Maintenance
124
Weathering Effects on Gel Coat
124
Stains
125
Fiberglass Repairs
125
Scratches
126
Gouges & Cracks
126
Osmotic Blistering
127
Antifouling Paint
127
Hull Support
127
Woodwork and Composites
129
High-Pressure Laminate Care
129
Cherry
129
Star Board
129
Burlwood Mahogany Enhancements
129
Granicoat™ Galley Countertop
129
Corian® Material
129
Acrylic Plastic - (Plexiglass)
130
General Maintenance
131
Winterization
131
Prior to Lifting for Winter Lay-Up
131
After Lifting
131
Prior to Winter Storage
132
General Maintenance Schedule
133
Prelaunch and Underway
141
Launch and Cruise Checklist
141
Fueling
142
Recommendations
142
Preliminary Guidelines
142
Pumping Fuel
142
After Fueling
142
Loading Passengers and Gear
143
Starting Procedures
143
Preliminary Checks
143
Starting
143
Maneuvering
143
Leaving the Dock
144
Stopping
144
Acceleration
144
Trimming Your Boat
145
Navigation Lights
146
Hazardous Conditions
146
Storms
146
Fog
146
Running Aground
147
Warning Markers
147
Reacting to Emergencies
147
Flooding
147
Capsizing and man Overboard
147
Capsizing
147
Man Overboard
148
Collision
148
Fire
148
Medical Emergency
149
Propulsion Failure
149
Control Failure
149
Steering Failure
149
Additional Underway Information
149
Returning to Shore
149
Docking
149
Mooring
150
Glossary
151
Float Plan
158
Fuel Log
159
Service Log
162
Service Information
165
Vista Locator Drawing
166
Electrical Schematics
171
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