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Owner's Manual
200CC / DC

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  • Page 1 Owner’s Manual 200CC / DC...
  • Page 2 200CC 200DC...
  • Page 3 Dear EdgeWater 200CC / DC Owner: Congratulations on purchasing one of the finest small boats ever built. It has been constructed with care from the finest available materials. At EdgeWater we take great pride in the quality and craftsmanship that goes into each boat, large or small.
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  • Page 6 Chapter 8 Chapter 8 Safety Equipment Safety Equipment ..............................Chapter 8 Chapter 8 Chapter 8 Safety Equipment Safety Equipment ................Safety Equipment ..............................2 9 8.1 Required Safety Equipment ......................29 8.2 Suggested Safety Equipment - Inshore ..................30 8.3 Suggested Safety Equipment –...
  • Page 7: General

    1.1 General The EdgeWater 200CC / DC has been designed to be powered by a single outboard engine. If the outboard you chose is two-cycle, make sure to monitor oil level in the oil tank, located in the aft port locker.
  • Page 8: General

    Yamaha. Your EdgeWater 200CC / DC comes only with a single engine. There are three major components of the engine throttle and shift controls: handles, throttle cable, shift cable. Throttle and shift cables are push- pull and are connected to the fuel system (carburetor or fuel injection) and the other to the shift rod linkage.
  • Page 9: General

    If the engine will not crank properly, the lanyard may not be properly attached to the engine stop switch. Do not use the engine stop switch to stop the boat unless it is an emergency as it may impair your ability to quickly re-start the engine. EdgeWater 200CC / DC...
  • Page 10: Engine Cooling System

    Propulsion System 3.1 General Your new EdgeWater 200CC / DC is designed to be powered by a single outboard motor. Most 2-cycle outboards currently use an automatic system to mix the oil with the gasoline before the engine uses it.
  • Page 11: Propellers

    The power tilt and trim system on your outboard provides the ability Tilt to optimize the running angle of your EdgeWater 200CC / DC to allow for load and sea conditions. Moving the outboard lower unit toward the transom is generally referred to as trimming “in”, while moving the outboard lower unit away from the transom is referred to trimming “out”.
  • Page 12: Engine Instrumentation

    The tachometer can be used to better understand the performance of your engine and your EdgeWater 200CC / DC. By monitoring your tachometer as you operate your EdgeWater, you will find RPM ranges that work better in certain sea and load conditions. Be alert the tachometer operation may provide an early indication of difficulty, before it becomes irreversible.
  • Page 13: Hour Meter

    Instrument Maintenance Your instrument faces should be periodically cleaned to keep them free of salt and atmospheric debris. The ignition switches should be periodically sprayed with a contact cleaner/lubricant to keep them free of corrosion and dirt. EdgeWater 200CC / DC...
  • Page 14: General

    Make sure this vent is kept free from debris. 4.4 Fueling Your EdgeWater 200CC / DC is equipped with a built-in 92 gallon fuel tank. Before fueling, you should follow these procedures. Make sure the boat is securely moored.
  • Page 15: Fuel System Maintenance

    4.6 Fuel Filters A fuel filter is installed in the transom area of your EdgeWater 200CC / DC. This is a fuel/water separator type of filter and is designed to prevent water from entering your engine.
  • Page 16: General

    Electrical System 5.1 General Your EdgeWater 200CC / DC operates on a 12 volt DC system, similar to your automobile. The battery or batteries are typically lead acid type and require similar maintenance to your car’s battery. An electrical schematic is included in the appendix for specific location of electrical components.
  • Page 17: General

    The following checks should be made periodically to assure your system operates properly: • Periodically spray pumps with a protective silicone solvent to reduce corrosion. • Fishboxes and livewells should be drained and cleaned after each use. • Periodically check hoses and connections for signs of deterioration. EdgeWater 200CC / DC...
  • Page 18: General

    7.1 General All water drains from your EdgeWater 200CC / DC by gravity. Your boat is self-bailing at rest. It is important to check drains frequently to make sure they are clear and free flowing. Review the schematic in the Appendix and become familiar with the location of each thru-hull drain.
  • Page 19: Fishbox Drains

    Appendix. 7.7 T-Top Drain (optional T-Top for the 200CC) There are small holes drilled into the bottom of the hard-top to facilitate the removal of any water that might inadvertently get into the structure. These should be periodically checked, especially during freezing weather, as trapped water could freeze, expand, and damage the hard-top.
  • Page 20: Required Safety Equipment

    Never discharge your fire extinguisher to see if it still works. This will cause it to lose pres- sure. If it is accidentally discharged or if it is used on a fire, replace it immediately. EdgeWater 200CC / DC...
  • Page 21: Suggested Safety Equipment - Inshore

    Sunscreen • Spare propeller and the knowledge of how to properly change it, if required • Extra clothing for changeable weather conditions • Spare anchor with sufficient line for the water depth • Mirror • Charts EdgeWater 200CC / DC...
  • Page 22: Pre-Cruise Check List

    It is advisable to carry jackets or foul weather gear in the event of adverse weather conditions. Your EdgeWater 200CC / DC is equipped with a maximum capacity rating plate permanently affixed to the helm area of your boat. It will provide information regarding the maximum number of people you can safely have aboard, the maximum amount of weight the boat can safely carry, and the maximum horsepower your boat was designed to handle.
  • Page 23: Basic Rules Of The Road

    Along the coast lines and in navigable inland waters, aids to navigation have been placed by the U.S. Coast Guard. These have been placed for the boating public’s safety. Please become familiar with them and learn to use them to make your boating safer and more fun. EdgeWater 200CC / DC...
  • Page 24: Safe Operation

    After coming on plane, raise the trim to a point where the engine is level with or slightly above the plane of the water. This is usually with the bow at about 3 to 5 above level. This will provide the smoothest, most economical operation. EdgeWater 200CC / DC...
  • Page 25: Towing Or Being Towed

    Start with the engine tilted. If that does not work well lower the engine until it is about perpendicular. You should never attempt to plane off the boat being towed. EdgeWater 200CC / DC...
  • Page 26: Stopping The Boat

    Turn off all electronics and leave the battery switch in the off position. Remember, the bilge pump will operate properly even with the battery switch turned off. On a comforting note, your EdgeWater 200CC / DC is fully self bailing and unsinkable. Proper precautions, however, are always prudent. EdgeWater 200CC / DC...
  • Page 27: Trailering Your Boat

    It is prudent to go to a large paved area with little traffic to practice these maneuvers before attempting them on the boat ramp. Remember to check to see if the tow ball is the same size as the trailer coupler. Never use a different size. EdgeWater 200CC / DC...
  • Page 28: Launching Your Boat

    When properly done, this method is easy, safe and will not harm boat ramps by powering away the soil from the base of the ramp. EdgeWater 200CC / DC...
  • Page 29: Exterior Hull And Deck

    Do not use products with ammonia on your Plexiglas windscreen. It can mar the surface and reduce its transparency. A mild soap and water or non-ammonia cleaner will work well. In addition to ammonia, cleaners should not be used which contain solvents, acetone, or alcohol. EdgeWater 200CC / DC...
  • Page 30: Engine

    Consult the engine manufacturer’s owner’s manual for specific instructions. In areas where there is a conflict between this manual and the engine manufacturer’s manual, the engine owner’s manual will take precedence. EdgeWater 200CC / DC...
  • Page 31: Anchor Locker

    11.1 Anchor Locker The anchor locker on your new EdgeWater 200CC / DC has been designed for a danforth style 13 S anchor. Your anchor line should have a shackle attached to the free end which is then attached to the eye in the anchor locker.
  • Page 32: Engine

    If covered, make sure to let air circulate so mildew will not build up. If in a high snow or rain area, make sure to properly support the cover to sustain and shed the load. EdgeWater 200CC / DC...
  • Page 33 Appendix 200CC / DC...

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