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WELCOME
Dear New Cobia Owner,
On behalf of Cobia Boats, I would like to congratulate
you on your purchase. We at Cobia strive to build the
best products possible and wish you years of trouble
free enjoyment. There are many things to know about
the operation, care and maintenance of our products
and the systems we install in them. Please review all
the applicable information for your new boat. The more
you know, the more you will enjoy your new Cobia.
Again, a heartfelt Thank You from myself and the
whole Cobia Family.
Scott Deal, President and CEO
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  • Page 1 Dear New Cobia Owner, On behalf of Cobia Boats, I would like to congratulate you on your purchase. We at Cobia strive to build the best products possible and wish you years of trouble free enjoyment. There are many things to know about the operation, care and maintenance of our products and the systems we install in them.

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Switch Panels & Helm……………….………………………………4 Leaning Post and Tackle Station ...........27 Yamaha Command Link Gauges..…………………………………4 Aft Seating................28 277 Boat Layout …………………………………………………..…5 Optional Bow Cushion Set............28 Cobia Duffel Bag................6 Cockpit Bolsters..............29 Fuel/Water Separators..............7 Pop-up Bow Light and Cleats…………….…………………….29 Garboard Drain Plug………………………….……………………..7 T-Top Options…………………………………………………….30 Bilge Access………………………………….………………………8...

  • Page 3: Yamaha Engine Break-In Periods

    An engine stop switch system that is not used or does not function properly can cause death or serious injury. DO NOT operate the boat if the engine stop switch system does not function properly. Go to a Cobia Dealer to...

  • Page 4: Switch Panels & Helm

    Command Link Gauges Yamaha’s new 6YC Command Link gauge comes standard on your new Cobia. This gauge allows access to more information and is user-selectable so you can choose the functions displayed. Speed data can be displayed from a pitot tube, Triducer, or NMEA protocol GPS unit.

  • Page 5: 277 Boat Layout

    M o d e l Y e a r 2 0 1 6 p a g e ! 5 BOAT LA YO UT 277 Deck Layout Anchor Locker/Raw Water Washdown Storage Hatches Table Lift Dry Storage Cooler Box Forward Console/Head Entry Fuel Fill Leaning Post/Tackle Station 47 Gal.

  • Page 6: Cobia Duffel Bag

    ! 6 C O B I A D U F F EL B A G Cobia Duffel Bag Along with your boat, you received a Duffel Bag with your new Cobia. Inside the Duffel Bag are the following items: •...

  • Page 7: Fuel/Water Separators

    If there appears to be an excessive amount of water, the filter component should be replaced. See your authorized Cobia Dealer for replacement parts. Maintenance Note Yamaha recommends replacing the 10- micron fuel filter on new boats after the first 10 hours or 1 month of operation and every 50 hours or every 6 months thereafter.

  • Page 8: Bilge Access

    M o d e l Y e a r 2 0 1 6 p a g e ! 8 BI LG E A C C ES S Bilge Access Accessing the bilge in the 277 is made easy. First, locate the controls for the electronic lift assist, labeled “Hatch”, mounted on the starboard side of the tackle station directly across from the gunnel.

  • Page 9: Bilge System

    ! 9 BI LG E Bilge The bilge of your Cobia should always be checked before and after a launch. While checking the bilge, note that a small amount of water in the bilge is normal. However, a large amount of water or any signs of fuel or oil requires immediate attention.

  • Page 10: Ball Valves, Thru Hull Fittings, & Scuppers

    M o d e l Y e a r 2 0 1 6 p a g e ! 1 0 S Y S TEM S Ball Valves Ball valves can be used to serve several purposes. They allow seawater to enter the boat, in the case of livewells, and they also act as a safeguard to stop water from entering.

  • Page 11: Head Systems

    M o d e l Y e a r 2 0 1 6 p a g e ! 1 1 H EA D O P ERA TIO N Head Unit Inside the console is the head unit. There are steps that lead into the head unit which houses an electric head, fresh water sink with spray nozzle for rinsing off, switch panel for flushing head and on-off switch for the macerator, and a lighted towel- rack bar.
  • Page 12 M o d e l Y e a r 2 0 1 6 p a g e ! 1 2 ELEC TRIC H EA D Electric Head The macerator is to be used only with direct discharge thru hull. Macerator will not be used for dockside pump out of the holding tank.
  • Page 13 M o d e l Y e a r 2 0 1 6 p a g e ! 1 3 ELEC TRIC H EA D (C O NT.) Electric Head Continued The Jabsco Y-Valve is designed to provide flexibility of onboard waste management by diverting waste either to the dockside pump-out fitting or directly overboard where legal to do so.

  • Page 14: Stainless Boarding Ladder

    LA DDER A ND P ROP S Stainless Boarding Ladder This Cobia model comes standard with a telescoping stainless steel boarding ladder integrated into the port aft platform area. This provides a stepping area while the ladder is in the up position as shown below.

  • Page 15: Fuel System

    F U EL S Y S TEM FUEL SYSTEM The Cobia 277 CC comes equipped with a 189 gallon fuel cell stationed below the leaning post between the stringer system. Every fuel tank is pressure tested at the factory before and after installation. Should you experience any fuel related problems or suspect problems with the fuel system, immediately take your boat to a Cobia Dealer.

  • Page 16: Steering

    M o d e l Y e a r 2 0 1 6 p a g e ! 1 6 O P TI O N A L S TEERI N G Power Assist Steering The Power Assist pump for the steering is mounted on the forward bulkhead in the aft bilge area. This pump greatly reduces the amount of pressure you have at the wheel and will make your boating a much more pleasurable experience.

  • Page 17: Self Bailing Cockpit

    Cobia Dealer immediately. Refer to page 8 for further information regarding bilge pump operation and maintenance.

  • Page 18: Rod Lockers

    M o d e l Y e a r 2 0 1 6 p a g e ! 1 8 RO D LO C KERS & F IS H LO C KERS Rod Racks The 277 CC model comes standard with under gunnel rod racks on both the port and starboard sides. These give you space to safely store an additional 6 rods for your fishing needs.

  • Page 19: Anchor Locker/Rode Storage

    M o d e l Y e a r 2 0 1 6 p a g e ! 1 9 A N C H O R LO C KER/P H EN O LIC P LA TES Anchor Locker/Rode Storage The anchor locker is located at the bow of the boat and is accessible through the anchor locker door or hatch (photo below).

  • Page 20: Trim Tabs

    Trim Tabs Trim Tabs are standard on your new Cobia. Integrated electric trim tabs can enhance the performance of your boat. The tabs are electric and therefore do not require a trim tab pump. By not having a pump, there is no possibility of fluid leaks from a pump.

  • Page 21: Macerator System

    M o d e l Y e a r 2 0 1 6 p a g e ! 2 1 MAC ER A T OR A CC E SS & OP ERA TI O N Macerator Switches The switches for each fish box macerator are located on the switch panel left of the steering helm and are labeled accordingly.

  • Page 22: Console/Head Access

    M o d e l Y e a r 2 0 1 6 p a g e ! 2 2 G A S S H O C KS A N D WA S H D O WN Console/ Head Access Located at the top on the inside of the console/head access door is a locking gas shock that aides in opening the door and keeping the door open once the shock is fully extended.

  • Page 23: Freshwater System

    M o d e l Y e a r 2 0 1 6 p a g e ! 2 3 WA TER S Y S TEM Fresh Water System The fresh water tank on your 277 CC can be filled at the cap labeled “WATER” on the stern gunnel. To pressurize the system, flip the switch labeled “Fresh Wash Down”...

  • Page 24: Battery Switch And Main Distribution Panel

    M o d e l Y e a r 2 0 1 6 p a g e ! 2 4 BA TT ER Y S WI T C H Battery Switch and Main Distribution Panel See next page for a picture of the battery switch panel. The battery switches and main distribution panel is located in the port compartment on the side of the leaning post.
  • Page 25 M o d e l Y e a r 2 0 1 6 p a g e ! 2 5 MAI N DIS T R IB U TI ON PANE L M a v e r i c k B o a t C o m p a n y , I n c . •...

  • Page 26: Battery Charger

    M o d e l Y e a r 2 0 1 6 p a g e ! 2 6 C H A RG I N G Optional Battery Charger A 3-bank, 30 amp battery charger is an option for the 277 CC. It is mounted in the leaning post tackle station and can be accessed via the battery storage door underneath the helm seat.

  • Page 27: Leaning Post And Tackle Station

    M o d e l Y e a r 2 0 1 6 p a g e ! 2 7 LEA NING P OS T A ND TA CKLE Leaning Post The leaning post for the 277 CC is home to the double bolstered helm seats that independently lock into the seated position or flip up to provide lumbar cushioning if the driver or passenger prefer to remain standing.

  • Page 28: Aft Seating

    M o d e l Y e a r 2 0 1 6 p a g e ! 2 8 S EA TIN G 277 CC Aft Seating To deploy the standard aft seat, grab the black handles and pull out and down. Once the seat begins to swing open push on the topside of the cushion straight down until the seat is fully horizontal and locks in place.

  • Page 29: Cockpit Bolsters

    To raise the cleats simply grip the indents and lift until locked. To recess these items simply push them back into the deck. As with all stainless moving parts on your Cobia it is recommended that you routinely apply a stainless safe corrosion inhibitor and lubricate to keep these items working properly.

  • Page 30: T-Top Options

    T-Top There are several different T-Top options for the Cobia 277 CC. The T-Tops come with either a Weblon or a fiberglass top. Each top has the option of being outfitted with an electronics box, forward and aft facing LED spreader lights, outriggers, recessed LED down lighting, speakers and an additional storage box for personal flotation devices.

  • Page 31: Optional Stereo System

    M o d e l Y e a r 2 0 1 6 p a g e ! 3 1 O P TI O N A L F EA TU RES Optional Fusion Stereo System If you chose the stereo option, your 277 CC came with a Fusion stereo model MS-UD750 with eight matching speakers. Please refer to the Fusion Owner’s Manual in your ditty bag for operation.
  • Page 32 M o d e l Y e a r 2 0 1 6 p a g e ! 3 2 O P TI O N A L F EA TU RES Optional Windlass Deluxe Continued The Windlass breaker is located on the battery switch panel in the port compartment on the side of the leaning post.

  • Page 33: Wiring System Diagrams

    M o d e l Y e a r 2 0 1 6 p a g e ! 3 3 H ULL WIRING D IA G RA M Hull Key 1. Livewell 12. Switch Panel 23. Fwd. Bilge 2. Port Fish Box Pump 13.
  • Page 34 M o d e l Y e a r 2 0 1 6 p a g e ! 3 4 D EC K WI RI N G D I A G RA M Forward Deck Key 1. Port aft Speaker 7.
  • Page 35 M o d e l Y e a r 2 0 1 6 p a g e ! 3 5 D EC K WI RI N G D I A G RA M Mid Deck/Windlass Key 1. Windlass Power 2. Console Step Light 3.
  • Page 36 M o d e l Y e a r 2 0 1 6 p a g e ! 3 6 D EC K WI RI N G D I A G RA M Aft Deck Key 1. Starboard fwd. Undergunnel Light 6.

  • Page 37: Warranty

    M o d e l Y e a r 2 0 1 6 p a g e ! 3 7 Warranty Cobia Boats are NMMA guidelines set forth by Cobia prevent electrolysis. The same Certified and offer superior Boat Company.

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