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  • Page 2 MONTEREY BOATS...

  • Page 3: Welcome

    If there is a question about your boat that can’t be answered by your dealer, please contact our factory direct by calling the Monterey Boats Customer Service Department, (352) 529-9181 or online if you prefer at: www.info@montereyboats.com.
  • Page 4 MONTEREY BOATS NOTES...

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS MONTEREY BOATS WELCOME ......................... 3 TABLE OF CONTENTS ......................5 SAFETY INFORMATION ......................9 BOAT INFORMATION ......................11 M-45 CERTIFICATIONS & SPECIFICATIONS ................12 M-65 CERTIFICATIONS & SPECIFICATIONS ................13 INTRODUCTION & IMPORTANT INFORMATION ...............14 OWNER’S / OPERATOR’S INFORMATION ................16 NEW BOAT DELIVERY ......................17 Chapter 1: SAFETY EQUIPMENT...
  • Page 6 TABLE OF CONTENTS MONTEREY BOATS Chapter 4: HELM CONTROL SYSTEMS 4.1 General ........................47 4.2 Engine Throttle & Shift Controls ..................47 4.3 Neutral Safety Switch ....................49 4.4 Power Tilt & Trim ......................49 4.5 Engine Stop Switch .....................50 4.6 Steering System ......................51 4.7 Trim Tabs (Optional) ....................52 4.8 Control Systems Maintenance ..................54 Chapter 5:...
  • Page 7 SEASONAL MAINTENANCE 13.1 Lay-up & Storage ....................125 13.2 Winterizing ......................126 13.3 Recommissioning ....................128 Appendix A: Schematics ........................129 M65 Standard Battery Wiring ....................129 Standard Battery Switch Panel ..................130 M65 Harness ........................131 M65 Tower Harness......................132 Hatch Harness ........................133 Hull Harness ........................134 Deck Harness ........................135 Stereo Upgrade Harness ....................136...
  • Page 8 Maintenance log ......................141 Appendix C: Float Plan ........................143 Appendix D: Boating Accident Report ....................145 Appendix E: Glossary of Terms ......................149 Appendix F: Troubleshooting Guide ......................155 Appendix G: Occupant Seating ......................159 Appendix H: Specifications ........................161 Appendix I: Monterey Boats Lifetime Limited Warranty ................163...

  • Page 9: Safety Information

    SAFETY INFORMATION MONTEREY BOATS Your Monterey owner’s manual has been written to include a number of safety instructions to assure the safe operation and maintenance of your boat. These instructions are in the form of DANGER, WARNING, and CAUTION statements. The following definitions apply: CAUTION H A Z A R D S O R U N S A F E P R A C T I C E S W H I C H C O U L D RESULT IN MINOR PERSONAL INJURY OR PRODUCT AND...
  • Page 10 SAFETY INFORMATION MONTEREY BOATS State of California Safety Requirements WARNING PROPOSITION 65 A WIDE VARIETY OF COMPONENTS USED ON THIS VESSEL CONTAIN OR EMIT CHEMICALS KNOWN TO THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA TO CAUSE CANCER AND BIRTH DEFECTS AND OTHER REPRODUCTIVE HARM. EXAMPLES INCLUDE: •...

  • Page 11: Boat Information

    ADDRESS: All information, illustrations, and specifications contained in this manual are based on the latest product information available at the time of publication. Monterey Boats reserves the right to make changes at anytime, without notice, in colors, materials, equipment, specifications, and models.

  • Page 12: Certifications & Specifications

    To be in compliance with European directives for recreational boats as published by the International Organization for Standardization (ISO) in effect at the time this boat was manufactured, we are providing the following information. Manufacturer: Name SEABRING MARINE INDUSTRIES, INC., d.b.a. Monterey Boats Address 1579 SW 18th St. Zip Code: Williston, FL...

  • Page 13: Certifications & Specifications

    To be in compliance with European directives for recreational boats as published by the International Organization for Standardization (ISO) in effect at the time this boat was manufactured, we are providing the following information. Manufacturer: Name SEABRING MARINE INDUSTRIES, INC., d.b.a. Monterey Boats Address 1579 SW 18th St. Zip Code: Williston, FL...

  • Page 14: Introduction & Important Information

    This information will be important for you Your Monterey Boats Dealer will assist you in fill- and service personnel to know, if and when you may ing in the hull number and other data required on need service or technical information.
  • Page 15 MONTEREY BOATS Transferring the Limited Structural Warranty Service For a transfer fee, MONTEREY BOATS will offer to All warranty repairs must be performed by an extend a Transferable Limited Structural Hull War- authorized Monterey Dealer. Should a problem ranty to subsequent owners of Monterey boats.

  • Page 16: Owner's / Operator's Information

    OWNER’S / OPERATOR’S INFORMATION MONTEREY BOATS Registration and Numbering an accident. If you need additional information regarding accident reporting, please call the Boat- Federal law requires that all undocumented ves- ing Safety Hotline, 800-368-5647. sels equipped with propulsion machinery be regis- tered in the State of principal use.

  • Page 17: New Boat Delivery

    Both the Pre-Delivery and Final Delivery inspections are documented to ensure trouble free operation and returned to Monterey Boats. At the time of new boat delivery, your Monterey Dealer will ask you to sign the completed Inspection Report at the same time as the Warranty Registrations for the boat and other accessory equipment.
  • Page 18 MONTEREY BOATS NOTES...

  • Page 19: Safety Equipment

    Chapter 1: MONTEREY BOATS SAFETY EQUIPMENT 1.1 General Your boat and outboard engine have been equipped with safety equipment designed to en- hance the safe operation of the boat and to meet U.S. Coast Guard safety standards. The Coast Guard or state, county and municipal law enforce- ment agencies require certain additional accessory safety equipment on each boat.

  • Page 20: Required Safety Equipment

    All Non-Pyrotechnic visual distress signals must be Monterey boats must be equipped with at least in serviceable condition, readily accessible, and one Type I, II or III PFD for each person on board, certified by the manufacturer as complying with plus one throwable device (Type IV).

  • Page 21: Bilge & Fuel Fires

    At least one fire extinguisher is If the fire cannot be extinguished quickly or it is required on all Monterey boats. too intense to fight, abandoning the boat may be Coast Guard approved fire ex- your only option.

  • Page 22: First Aid

    Safety Equipment MONTEREY BOATS 1.7 First Aid It is the operator’s responsibility to be familiar with the proper first-aid procedures and be able to care for minor injuries or illnesses of your pas- sengers. In an emergency, you could be far from professional medical assistance.

  • Page 23: Caution & Warning Labels

    Safety Equipment MONTEREY BOATS 1.9 Caution & Warning Labels Caution and warning labels must remain legible for the safety of you and your passengers. If a label The caution and warning labels shown are ex- becomes missing or damaged it must be replaced. amples of the labels that could be on your boat.
  • Page 24 MONTEREY BOATS NOTES...

  • Page 25: Operation

    Chapter 2: MONTEREY BOATS OPERATION 2.1 General the boat as well. Always modify the boat speed in accordance with the sea conditions, boat traffic Before you start the engine on your Monterey, and weather conditions. you should have become familiar with the vari- ous component systems and their operation and Remember, it is the operator’s responsibility have performed a “Precruise System Check.”...
  • Page 26 Operation MONTEREY BOATS Overtaking Situations When one motor boat is overtaking another mo- tor boat, the boat that is being passed has the right of way. The overtaking boat must make the adjustments necessary to provide clearance for a safe passage of the other vessel. The boats should sound the appropriate signals.
  • Page 27 Operation MONTEREY BOATS...

  • Page 28: Pre-Cruise Check

    Operation MONTEREY BOATS 2.3 Pre-Cruise Check • Test the automatic and manual bilge pump switches to make sure the system is working Before Starting the Engine: properly. • Check the weather forecast and sea conditions before leaving the dock. Decide if the planned •...

  • Page 29: Operating Your Boat

    Operation MONTEREY BOATS 2.4 Operating Your Boat WARNING After Starting the Engine: • Visibly check the engine to be sure there are DO NOT OPERATE THE BOAT UNLESS IT IS COMPLETELY no apparent water, fuel or oil leaks. A S S E M B L E D. K E E P A L L FA S T E N E R S T I G H T. K E E P ADJUSTMENTS ACCORDING TO SPECIFICATIONS.

  • Page 30: Docking, Anchoring & Mooring

    Operation MONTEREY BOATS Notice: CAUTION For more instructions on safety, equipment and boat handling, enroll in one of the several TO PREVENT DAMAGE TO THE BOAT, CLOSE ALL SEACOCKS free boating courses offered. For information BEFORE LEAVING THE BOAT. on the courses offered in your area, call the “Boating Course Hotline,”...
  • Page 31 Operation MONTEREY BOATS the engine to stop the boat if it is still moving forward against the pilings. If you executed your approach properly, the boat will lightly touch the pilings at the same time the forward momentum is stopped. Have the dock lines ready and secure After Bow Spring Cleat the boat as soon at it stops.

  • Page 32: Controls, Steering Or Propulsion System Failure

    THE MOORING CLEATS, SKI TOW FITTINGS, WAKEBOARD movement of the boat will usually loosen the an- TOWERS AND ARCHES ON MONTEREY BOATS ARE NOT DESIGNED OR INTENDED TO BE USED FOR TOWING chor within a minute. Make sure you secure the PURPOSES.

  • Page 33: Flooding Or Capsizing

    Operation MONTEREY BOATS the rules of the road. This situation can become WARNING especially difficult when most boats are trolling. Being courteous and exercising good common R U N N I N G A G R O U N D C A N C A U S E S E R I O U S I N J U RY sense is essential.
  • Page 34 Operation MONTEREY BOATS WARNING THE OPTIONAL ARCH SKI TOW FITTING IS DESIGNED FOR TOWING WATER SPORTS DEVICES ONLY. DO NOT TOW MORE THAN ONE PERSON AT A TIME FROM THE ARCH. IMPROPER USE OR OVERLOADING THE ARCH MAY CAUSE DAMAGE TO THE ARCH AND/OR BOAT AND COULD IMBALANCE THE BOAT CAUSING HANDLING DIFFICULTIES.

  • Page 35: Teak Surfing

    Operation MONTEREY BOATS 2.11 Teak Surfing • Always make sure to slowly pull the slack out of the ski rope and wait for the OK from the skier Teak Surfing is a new and dangerous boating before advancing the throttle to ensure the fad that involves an individual holding on to the rope is not wrapped around the skier and that swim platform of a vessel while a wake builds up...

  • Page 36: Trash Disposal

    Operation MONTEREY BOATS 2.13 Trash Disposal • Circle around quickly and throw a cushion or life jacket to the person, if possible, and an- The discharge of plastic trash or trash mixed with other to use as a marker. plastic is illegal anywhere in the marine environ- ment.

  • Page 37: Maximum Capacities Plate

    Operation MONTEREY BOATS 2.14 Maximum Capacities Plate Coast Guard rules require boats less than 20 feet (6 meters) to display a gross weight and person- capacity plate provided by the manufacturer. Boat manufacturers in the National Marine Manu- facturers Association (NMMA) program will display a gross weight and person-capacity plate on boats up to 26 feet (7.9 meters).

  • Page 38: Trailering Your Boat

    Operation MONTEREY BOATS 2.15 Trailering Your Boat If you trailer your boat, make sure that your tow vehicle is capable of towing the weight of the trailer, boat and equipment and the weight of the passengers and equipment inside the vehicle. This may require that the tow vehicle be spe- cially equipped with a larger engine, transmission, brakes and trailer tow package.
  • Page 39 Operation MONTEREY BOATS • The safety chains must be attached crisscross- WARNING ing under the coupler to the frame of the tow vehicle. If the ball was to break, the trailer BOATS HAVE BEEN DAMAGED BY TRAILERS THAT DO NOT would follow in a straight line and prevent the PROPERLY SUPPORT THE HULL.
  • Page 40 Operation MONTEREY BOATS NOTES...

  • Page 41: Propulsion System

    Chapter 3: MONTEREY BOATS PROPULSION SYSTEM 3.1 General Your boat is designed to be powered with a 2-cycle or 4-cycle outboard motor. 4-cycle outboard en- gines do not use an oil injection system and are not equipped with a remote oil tank. They have an oil sump in the crankcase that must be kept full of the type of oil recommended by the engine manufacturer.

  • Page 42: Engine Lubrication

    Propulsion System MONTEREY BOATS When leaving the boat in the water, tilt the motor 3.4 Engine Cooling System as high as possible. This will decrease the risk of Outboard engines are raw water (seawater) marine growth around the cooling inlets, propel- cooled.

  • Page 43: Performance Issues & Propellers

    Propulsion System MONTEREY BOATS 3.6 Performance Issues & Propellers It is extremely important that the boat is propped to run at or very near the recommended top RPM with an average load. If top engine RPM is above or below the recommend range, the propeller must be changed to prevent loss of performance and possible engine damage.

  • Page 44: Helm & Engine Instrumentation

    Propulsion System MONTEREY BOATS Typical Engine Instrumentation 3.7 Helm & Engine Instrumentation Tachometer features are unique to the tachometer and engine or engines installed in your boat. A The helm station is equipped with a set of engine quick reference guide that provides information instruments and/or alarms.
  • Page 45 Propulsion System MONTEREY BOATS Hour Meter CAUTION The hour meter keeps a record of the operating time for the engine. The hour meter is normally MAINTAINING MAXIMUM, OR CLOSE TO MAXIMUM RPM located in the tachometer. FOR EXTENDED PERIODS CAN REDUCE THE LIFE OF THE ENGINE.
  • Page 46 Propulsion System MONTEREY BOATS Compass The compass is on top of the console. To adjust the compass for your area, read the instructions on “Compass Compensation” given to you in the literature packet. The compass cannot be ad- justed accurately at the factory because it must be compensated for the influence of the electrical equipment and electronics unique to your boat.

  • Page 47: Helm Control Systems

    Chapter 4: MONTEREY BOATS HELM CONTROL SYSTEMS 4.1 General The helm controls consist of three systems: the engine throttle and shift controls, the steering system, and the trim tab control switches. These systems provide the operator with the ability to control the direction and attitude of the boat from the helm station.
  • Page 48 Helm Control Systems MONTEREY BOATS The controls have a single lever for the engine that operates as a gearshift and a throttle. Gen- eral operation will include a position for neutral (straight up and down), a forward position (the 1st detent forward of neutral) and a reverse po- sition (the 1st detent aft of neutral).

  • Page 49: Neutral Safety Switch

    Helm Control Systems MONTEREY BOATS 4.3 Neutral Safety Switch Every control system has a neutral safety switch. This device prohibits the engine from being started while the control lever is in any position other than the neutral position. If the engine will not start, slight movement of the control lever may be nec- essary to locate the neutral position and disengage the safety cutout switch.

  • Page 50: Engine Stop Switch

    Helm Control Systems MONTEREY BOATS CAUTION THE ENGINE HOSES AND CABLES CAN BE DAMAGED BY TILTING THE ENGINE TO THE FULL UP POSITION WITH THE ENGINE TURNED TO THE WRONG POSITION. MOST BOATS REQUIRE THE STEERING WHEEL TO BE TURNED COMPLETELY TO STARBOARD BEFORE TILTING THE ENGINE TO THE FULL UP POSITION.

  • Page 51: Steering System

    Helm Control Systems MONTEREY BOATS 4.6 Steering System Steering Wheel All steering systems are equipped with a tilt steer- ing wheel at the helm. The steering wheel can be tilted to five different positions by activating the tilt lock lever located on the bottom side of the steering wheel mounting bezel.

  • Page 52: Trim Tabs (Optional)

    Helm Control Systems MONTEREY BOATS senses engine speed and adjusts maximum steer- ing angle and steering wheel resistance to preset limits as the engine speed increases or decreases. The steering angles and steering wheel resistance at specific engine speeds are programed into the system at the factory and are not adjustable.
  • Page 53 Helm Control Systems MONTEREY BOATS Always establish the intended heading and cruise speed before attempting to adjust the hull attitude with the trim tabs. After stabilizing speed and direc- tion, move the trim tabs to achieve a level side to side running attitude being careful not to over trim.

  • Page 54: Control Systems Maintenance

    Helm Control Systems MONTEREY BOATS 4.8 Control Systems Maintenance the system. Only use hydraulic steering fluid recommended by the steering system manu- Control Maintenance facturer. Difficult steering and premature seal Periodic inspection of the control systems and all failure can result if the wrong fluid is used in the connections should be made.
  • Page 55 Helm Control Systems MONTEREY BOATS Trim Tab Maintenance The trim tab actuators are electric and require no routine maintenance except to periodically inspect the tab actuators for corrosion or marine growth and test the system to ensure that it is operating properly.
  • Page 56 MONTEREY BOATS NOTES...

  • Page 57: Fuel System

    5.1 Gasoline Fuel Systems DANGER General The Gasoline fuel system used in Monterey boats DO NOT LET THE ODOR OF GASOLINE GO UNCHECKED. ANY sold in the United States is designed to meet or ODOR OF GASOLINE MUST BE IMMEDIATELY INVESTIGATED...
  • Page 58 Fuel System MONTEREY BOATS vent system are designed such that an automatic shutoff valve in the marina fuel pump will stop the flow before fuel can be ejected into the vent system when the tank is full. You should never attempt to “TOP OFF”...

  • Page 59: Engine Fuel Delivery System

    Fuel System MONTEREY BOATS 5.2 Engine Fuel Delivery System The fuel system on your boat has one fuel tank. The Fuel withdrawal line is equipped with an anti- siphon valve where the line attaches to the fuel tank. This valve prevents gasoline from siphoning out of the fuel tank should a line rupture.
  • Page 60 Fuel System MONTEREY BOATS These fuel systems meet U.S. EPA emission stan- WARNING dards and are designed to maintain a specific air space at the top of the fuel tank that provides TO PREVENT DAMAGE TO THE FUEL SYSTEM, USE ONLY proper tank ventilation and protection for emis- A GOOD GRADE OF GASOLINE.

  • Page 61: Fuel System Maintenance

    Fuel System MONTEREY BOATS NOTICE: DANGER When the fuel tank is full, some fuel will surge out through the fuel fill/vent. The GASOLINE FUEL VAPORS THAT ACCUMULATE IN THE fuel tank vent is built into the fuel fill fitting BILGE COMPARTMENT WHILE FUELING CAN EXPLODE!! TO REDUCE THE RISK OF A FIRE AND/OR EXPLOSION AFTER located on the gunnel.
  • Page 62 Fuel System MONTEREY BOATS WARNING WARNING BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE, ALWAYS OPEN ALL AFTER THE FILTER ELEMENT HAS BEEN CHANGED, PRIME HATCHES AND DOORS TO COMPLETELY VENTILATE THE THE FUEL SYSTEM AND CHECK ALL FITTINGS FOR LEAKS BOAT AFTER SERVICING THE FUEL SYSTEM. BEFORE AND AFTER STARTING THE ENGINE FOLLOWING ANY FUEL SYSTEM SERVICE.

  • Page 63: Electrical System

    Chapter 6: MONTEREY BOATS ELECTRICAL SYSTEM 6.1 General Some 12 volt accessories are operated directly by a circuit breaker in the breaker panels while Your Monterey is equipped with a 12 volt DC others are operated by a switch fed by the panel electrical system and could be equipped with an breakers.
  • Page 64 Electrical System MONTEREY BOATS Dual Battery Switch Panel with Circuit Breakers & Engine Dual Battery Switch Panel w/ Circuit Breakers, Engine Hatch Hatch Jumper Terminals Jumper Terminals & Sound System Amplifiers battery switch is ON, the engine and accessory tery # 2, the engine and the 12 volt system will be circuits are activated simultaneously and current supplied power by battery # 2.
  • Page 65 Electrical System MONTEREY BOATS Access Hatch Jumper Harness & Connectors Access Hatch Jumper Teminal - Caps Removed NOTICE: Current is supplied to the bilge pump auto- matic float switch, electronic engine control memory and stereo memory when the bat- teries are connected, even if the battery switch is off.
  • Page 66 Electrical System MONTEREY BOATS Helm Switch Panels 12 volt Accessory Switch Panels Nav/Anc The switch is a three-position switch. The middle The main accessory switch panels and the engine position is OFF. Moving the switch in one direc- start switch are located at the helm. The circuit tion will activate the navigation lights.

  • Page 67: Dc Accessory Breaker Panels

    Electrical System MONTEREY BOATS is released. Note that the battery switch must be Engine Trim and Tilt Switch turned on and the transom door opened for the Located in the helm. This switch is usually installed hatch lifter to operate. in the engine control handle.
  • Page 68 Electrical System MONTEREY BOATS Battery Switch Panel Breakers The following is a description of the accessories controlled by the “push to reset” breakers in the battery switch panel. Boat Amplifier (Optional) A heavy duty circuit breaker that provides protec- tion and power for the stereo amplifier for the boat speaker system.
  • Page 69 Electrical System MONTEREY BOATS Main Helm Switch Circuit Breaker Panel The main helm switch breaker panel is located in the storage compartment forward of the helm. The following is a description of the accessories protected by the “push to reset” breakers in the main DC breaker panel: Nav Lights Provides protection and electrical current to the...

  • Page 70: Wet Sounds Audio System (Optional M-65 & M-45)

    Electrical System MONTEREY BOATS Wet Sounds Equalizer Control Panel 6.4 Wet Sounds Audio System been included in this guide for your reference should you ever need to return the amplifiers to (Optional M-65 & M-45) their original settings. The Wet Sounds Audio System is included with the Wakeboard Tower package.
  • Page 71 Electrical System MONTEREY BOATS Typical Head Unit Tower Speaker Settings is exceeded, the subwoofer may clip. This will tem- porarily shut the boat amplifier down and a fault flash will occur on the amplifier LED. Lower the volume and the amplifier will automatically reset. The fault will stay in memory until the power is cycled on and off.

  • Page 72: Volt Battery Charging System

    Electrical System MONTEREY BOATS 6.5 120 volt Battery Charging System Battery Charger AC Electrical System The optional battery charging system is fed 120 volt AC current by a power cable connected to a shore side outlet and the shore power inlet located in the stern near the transom door.

  • Page 73: Bonding System

    Electrical System MONTEREY BOATS Battery Charger Operation AC electrical current is supplied directly to the automatic battery charger which is mounted in the aft bilge compartment. The battery charger automatically charges and maintains the 12 volt batteries simultaneously when activated. It is fully automatic and continuously monitors the state of charge for each battery.
  • Page 74 Electrical System MONTEREY BOATS Check the electrolyte level in wet cell batteries The battery posts should be kept free of corrosion. regularly and add distilled water as necessary. If Remove the cables and clean the posts and cable the batteries are frequently charged by the au- clamps with a battery post cleaner or sandpaper tomatic battery charger, the electrolyte level will as required.

  • Page 75: Fresh Water System

    ACCIDENTALLY PUMPED INTO THE WATER OR WASTE TANK, period, air bubbles may accumulate at the pump DO NOT ATTEMPT TO PUMP IT OUT YOURSELF. CONTACT YOUR DEALER OR THE MONTEREY BOATS CUSTOMER and the system may have to be reprimed. SERVICE DEPARTMENT FOR ASSISTANCE IN HAVING THE...

  • Page 76: Fresh Water System Maintenance

    Fresh Water System MONTEREY BOATS M-65 Head Compartment Sink Sprayer Transom Shower Make sure the Water Sys switch on the helm switch panel is on, then turn the water valve on the shower head on. To conserve water, use the valve on the shower head to turn the water on and off as you shower.
  • Page 77 Fresh Water System MONTEREY BOATS • The batteries must be properly maintained and • Activate the system and allow the water to run charged. Operating the pressure pump from a for about one minute at each faucet. Let the battery with a low charge could lead to pump treated water stand for 4-6 hours.
  • Page 78 MONTEREY BOATS NOTES...

  • Page 79: Drainage Systems

    Chapter 8: MONTEREY BOATS DRAINAGE SYSTEMS 8.1 General Most water in the cockpit area is drained by gravity to the bilge and where it is pumped overboard by the bilge pump. The rear drain rails for the aft bilge access hatch and rear compartments drain by gravity to overboard thru-hull fittings in the hull sides.

  • Page 80: Cockpit & Deck Drains

    Drainage Systems MONTEREY BOATS WARNING T H E F E D E R A L WAT E R P O L L U T I O N C O N T R O L A C T PROHIBITS THE DISCHARGE OF OIL OR OILY WASTE INTO OR UPON THE NAVIGABLE WATERS OF THE UNITED STATES OR THE WATERS OF THE CONTIGUOUS ZONE IF SUCH DISCHARGE CAUSES A FILM OR SHEEN UPON, OR...

  • Page 81: Wakeboard Tower Drains

    Drainage Systems MONTEREY BOATS half full. Symbol lighted yellow indicates the tank is at least half full. Symbol lighted red indicates the waste tank is full. When the waste/holding tank is full, it must be pumped out by an approved waste dumping sta- tion.
  • Page 82 Drainage Systems MONTEREY BOATS • If your boat is equipped with the optional grey NOTICE: All drains and pumps must be properly win- water system, periodically clean and inspect terized before winter lay-up. the drain sump system. Remove accumulated debris and flush with fresh water. Frequently test the automatic pump switch for proper NOTICE: operation.

  • Page 83: Ventilation System

    Chapter 9: MONTEREY BOATS VENTILATION SYSTEM 9.1 Head Compartment Ventilation Ventilation to the M-65 head compartments is provided by an opening port window equipped with a removable screen. The window is secured by adjustable cam levers. The cam levers should be adjusted so they are tight enough to seal the window in the closed po- sition, but not so tight that the window becomes difficult to secure.

  • Page 84: Bilge Compartment Ventilation

    Ventilation System MONTEREY BOATS Bow Walk-Through Door An acrylic door secured with a flush, push to close latch provides the ability to close off the walk-through area below the opening windshield panel when desired. The door is designed to nest against the helm storage compartment door when it is open.

  • Page 85: Exterior Equipment

    Any problems should be corrected immediately. WARNING MONTEREY BOATS ARE NOT EQUIPPED WITH HARDWARE DESIGNED FOR TOWING PURPOSES. THE MOORING CLEATS ARE NOT TO BE USED FOR TOWING ANOTHER VESSEL OR HAVING THIS BOAT TOWED.
  • Page 86 Exterior Equipment MONTEREY BOATS floating markers will bounce and damage the boat if they are stored in the anchor/rope locker. Always store and secure additional anchors and weights in a storage compartment in the cockpit, as far aft as possible. CAUTION A LOOSE ANCHOR IN THE ANCHOR LOCKER WILL BOUNCE AND CAN DAMAGE THE BOAT.
  • Page 87 Exterior Equipment MONTEREY BOATS Windshield Your boat is equipped with a heavy duty aluminum windshield with tinted glass. The center windshield panel opens to provide ventilation and access to the bow seating area. The panel is opened by releasing the locks on the inside of the windshield and swinging the panel open.

  • Page 88: Hull

    Exterior Equipment MONTEREY BOATS 10.2 Hull Swim Platform and Stern Ladder Your boat is equipped with an integral, fiberglass swim platform located in the stern of the boat. The standard swim platform is equipped with a gelcoat non-skid surface. A synthetic teak (SeaDek) inlay is optional.
  • Page 89 Exterior Equipment MONTEREY BOATS Ski Tow Pylon A removable ski tow pylon that mounts in the center of the platform, just aft of the rear facing transom seat, is optional equipment. To install the pylon, raise the aft cockpit hatch to provide access to bilge and the pylon base plate receiver.
  • Page 90 Exterior Equipment MONTEREY BOATS The compartment drains to the bilge and is equipped with “dry deck” padding to allow for better drainage and air circulation in the com- partment. A drain rail around the hatch channels water away from the compartment and overboard through a fitting in the hull side.

  • Page 91: Cockpit

    Exterior Equipment MONTEREY BOATS 10.3 Cockpit No Red Dot Showing Red Dot Showing General Some of the hatches and doors in the cockpit are secured with special flush mounted, twist lock latches with handles that store flush in the latch. Others are secured with push to close latches.
  • Page 92 Exterior Equipment MONTEREY BOATS Starboard Cockpit Storage Compartments Compartments for the stereo, battery switch panel, waste basket and storage for lines or small items are located in the starboard side of the cockpit, just forward of the transom door. Acrylic doors secured with push to close latches provide access to the compartments.
  • Page 93 Exterior Equipment MONTEREY BOATS prepared to support the hatch in the open position with 2 x 4 or similar support of the proper length. The support must be installed so that it can’t slip and allow the hatch to fall. Repair the hatch ac- tuator and properly attach it to the boat and hatch before performing any other service to components in the aft bilge compartment.
  • Page 94 Exterior Equipment MONTEREY BOATS M-45 Wet Bar, Sink & Storage Compartment Foldaway Bench Folded Flush In Access Hatch Wet Bar Storage Compartment The storage access door is secured in the closed position with a push to close latch that is flush to the door.
  • Page 95 Exterior Equipment MONTEREY BOATS M-65 Lounge Seat, Cooler & Armrest W/ Cup Holders Aft Transom Seat On M-65 models, there is another cushion forward of the cooler with a storage compartment below the seat. There is also a fold down armrest with drink holders.
  • Page 96 Exterior Equipment MONTEREY BOATS Helm Seat Adjustment Levers & Friction Knob FWD/AFT Facing Lounge Seat Backrest In Forward Seat Position seat base. Lifting the lever located at the port front of the seat base allows the seat to be adjusted fore and aft.
  • Page 97 Exterior Equipment MONTEREY BOATS Helm The steering, engine controls, engine instruments and switches for exterior equipment and naviga- tion lights are located on the helm station. The helm station is designed to provide good visibility, room for electronics and a more functional control station.
  • Page 98 Exterior Equipment MONTEREY BOATS The doors could be damaged or hurt a passen- ger by the motion of the boat if they are allowed to swing free. Always make sure the doors are latched in rough water or when the boat is un- derway.
  • Page 99 Exterior Equipment MONTEREY BOATS In-Floor Storage Compartment There is a large storage compartment located below the cockpit floor between the helm and passenger seats. The compartment drains to the bilge and is equipped with “dry deck” padding to allow for better drainage and air circulation in the compartment.
  • Page 100 Exterior Equipment MONTEREY BOATS M-45 Bow Lounge Seat Cushions Removed & M-45 Bow Lounge Seat Cushions Installed & Foldout Supports Latched Against The Sides Of The Cockpit Foldout Supports Latched Open are secured in the seat or stored positions with sliding barrel bolt latches.
  • Page 101 Exterior Equipment MONTEREY BOATS M-65 Bow Bench Seat Storage Compartments M-65 Bow Seats - Lounge Insert Installed Cockpit Table A removable cockpit table mounts to a bracket on the rear side of the bow aft facing bench seat base. The table and pedestal are stored in special mounting brackets built into the storage compart- ment just forward of the helm.

  • Page 102: Bimini Top & Canvas

    MONTEREY BOATS 10.4 Bimini Top & Canvas The canvas for Monterey boats is custom fit to each boat. An optional bow cover protects the seats and equipment forward of the windshield. The bimini top and boot is standard equipment and designed with a relatively flat profile and a snug fit.

  • Page 103: Wakeboard Tower

    Exterior Equipment MONTEREY BOATS 10.5 Wakeboard Tower An aluminum wakeboard tower is available as op- tional equipment. The tower is made of welded, powder coated aluminum. It is designed to ac- commodate the canvas top, radio antennas and navigation lights. It is also equipped with a ski tow designed for towing one average sized person.
  • Page 104 Exterior Equipment MONTEREY BOATS Tower Top & Enclosure Wakeboard Tower Top and Enclosure The convertible top is designed with a relatively flat profile and a snug fit. The canvas is fit to the boat at the factory and the top must be installed properly in order for the optional clear connector and side curtains to fit.

  • Page 105: Cockpit & Bow Covers

    Exterior Equipment MONTEREY BOATS Repeat on the other side. The top canvas should be WARNING stretched tight when both stanchions are secured in the tower hinge. THE WAKEBOARD TOWER SHOULD BE USED FOR TOWING WATER SPORTS DEVICES ONLY. IMPROPER USE MAY Side Curtains and Clear Connector OVERSTRESS THE TOW TOWER, IMBALANCE THE BOAT, OR ALLOW THE TOW ROPE TO CONTACT PASSENGERS.

  • Page 106: Aftermarket Hardtop, Wakeboard Tower Or Arch

    Exterior Equipment MONTEREY BOATS 10.7 Aftermarket Hardtop, Insert the support pole in the center of the cockpit cover and make sure it is adjusted slightly higher Wakeboard Tower or Arch than the windshield. Continue fastening the snaps Monterey does not recommend installing an after on the port and starboard sides of the cover as you market wakeboard tower, hardtop or arch.

  • Page 107: Interior Equipment

    Chapter 11: MONTEREY BOATS INTERIOR EQUIPMENT 11.1 Head Compartment M-65 Head Compartment The M-65 head compartment is equipped with a sink that has a retractable cold water hose and spray handle. The vanity counter top is made of Karadon and there is storage below the sink and the vanity.

  • Page 108: Portable Marine Head System

    Interior Equipment MONTEREY BOATS M-45 Head Compartment The M-45 head compartment is equipped with a light and some room for storage The compart- ment drains by gravity to the bilge. The light is activated by the Cockpit Lts switch on the helm switch panel and a switch on the light fixture in the head compartment.

  • Page 109: Manual Marine Head System

    Interior Equipment MONTEREY BOATS cally. Refer to the manufacturer owner’s manual for detailed instructions on the proper operation of your portable head. NOTICE: In some areas the law requires a waste pump out system on portable heads. If your boat is equipped with the waste pump out, make sure you know the laws for the areas in which you boat before modifying or remov-...

  • Page 110: Head System Holding Tank

    Interior Equipment MONTEREY BOATS To use the toilet, press the “Add Water” button on toilet control panel to add a preset amount of water to wet the bowl which prevents organic residues dirtying the ceramic sides. After using the toilet, pressing the “Flush” button starts an automatic flushing cycle that moves the waste to the holding tank and leaves the bowl completely clean and dry in the rest position.
  • Page 111 Interior Equipment MONTEREY BOATS To pump out the holding tank with the overboard waste discharge system, open the valve at the discharge thru-hull fitting in the bilge. Activate and hold the momentary overboard macerator switch in the toilet control panel. Monitor the fluid level closely as the tank is pumped.
  • Page 112 MONTEREY BOATS NOTES...

  • Page 113: Routine Maintenance

    Chapter 12: MONTEREY BOATS ROUTINE MAINTENANCE 12.1 Exterior Hull & Deck Hull Cleaning Below The Water Line CAUTION When the boat is removed from the water, clean the outer bottom surface immediately. Algae, grass, dirt and other marine growth is easier to DO N OT A LLO W TH E H ULL A NTIFO U LIN G PAI NT TO remove while the hull is still wet.
  • Page 114 Routine Maintenance MONTEREY BOATS proper protection. Loose or low quality anodes could After the boat is exposed to the direct sunlight for be the problem. There could also be a problem in a period of time, the color in the gelcoat tends to the bonding system.
  • Page 115 Routine Maintenance MONTEREY BOATS GEMLUX MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS Cleaning Agents Method Comments Apply with a sponge Once your stainless is Routine Cleaning Soap and Water or soft cloth. Dry area free of discoloration completely. and/or bleeding, spray GEMLUX Passivation S o l u t i o n d i r e c t l y onto stainless.
  • Page 116 You should contact a quali- fied marine electrician to inspect your boat im- mediately and correct the problem if you suspect that your boat may have a fault in the aluminum frame. You should also contact Monterey Boats Customer Service.

  • Page 117: Upholstery, Canvas & Enclosures

    Routine Maintenance MONTEREY BOATS NOTICE: NOTICE: Boats that are towed behind larger vessels Clear plastic (Isinglass) is subject to ultra- require special attention to the aluminum violet (sunlight) degradation over time. It hardware. The salt spray, salty steam, and may turn yellow-brown (a burnt appearance) chemicals in exhaust gases are particularly and get brittle.
  • Page 118 Routine Maintenance MONTEREY BOATS The following are typical stains and cleaning • Crayon, mustard, ketchup – Sponge with mild tips for marine vinyl: soap and water. For stubborn stains that may • For normal cleaning – In general most common have set, use a cloth soaked in diluted mild stains can be cleaned using warm, soapy water detergent with gentle rubbing.
  • Page 119 Car Care Cleaner®, wiping with a soft PreFixx® Coating cloth. Take care not to extend the area of Monterey Boats uses OMNOVA white, smoother and contamination beyond its original boundary. embossed pleated vinyl material with PreFixx top Rinse with clean water.
  • Page 120 Routine Maintenance MONTEREY BOATS CARPET STAIN REMOVAL INSTRUCTIONS Miscellaneous Stains Removal Process Coffee, Tea, Coke, Dye, Fruit Juice, Ice Apply warm water and household detergent Cream, Motor Oil, Clay, Grease, Blood, in minimal amounts to the stained area. Catsup, Chocolate, Milk, Rust, Latex Paint, Sponge or scrape until stain is removed and Water Colors, Berry Stains, Egg, Salad wash thoroughly with clean water.
  • Page 121 Routine Maintenance MONTEREY BOATS After several years, the acrylic canvas may lose WARNING some of its ability to shed water. If this occurs, wash the fabric and treat it with a commercially SOME SOLVENTS ARE HIGHLY FLAMMABLE. EXERCISE available water proofing designed for this pur- PROPER CARE IN CLEANING AND NOTIFY PERSONNEL pose.

  • Page 122: Cabin Interior

    Routine Maintenance MONTEREY BOATS NOTICE: remove and use clean, fresh water to rinse off the Your Monterey boat is basically an open ve- salt crystals. Salt retains moisture and will cause damage. Dry thoroughly and reinstall. hicle. Therefore, in spite of well-designed and well-fitting canvas enclosures, your boat Vinyl headliner material should be cleaned periodi- is not waterproof.

  • Page 123: Bilge, Pumps & Components

    Routine Maintenance MONTEREY BOATS 12.4 Bilge, Pumps & Components tion. Your dealer or the engine manufacturer can provide additional information on fuel degradation To keep the bilge clean and fresh, it is recom- and fuel stabilizers recommended for your engine. mended that you use a commercial bilge cleaner on a regular basis.
  • Page 124 MONTEREY BOATS NOTES...

  • Page 125: Seasonal Maintenance

    Chapter 13: MONTEREY BOATS SEASONAL MAINTENANCE 13.1 Lay-up & Storage CAUTION Before Hauling: • Pump out the head and holding tank. Flush the BOATS CAN BE DAMAGED FROM IMPROPER LIFTING AND holding tank using clean water and a deodor- TRANSPORTING WITH FORK LIFTS. CARE AND CAUTION izer.

  • Page 126: Winterizing

    Seasonal Maintenance MONTEREY BOATS • Coat all faucets and exposed electrical compo- When storing the boat on a lift or cradle: nents in the cabin and cockpit with a protecting • The cradle must be specifically for boat stor- oil. age.
  • Page 127 Seasonal Maintenance MONTEREY BOATS Portable Head nectors and bus bars in the helm compartment with a protecting oil. The portable head must be properly winterized by following the manufacturer’s winterizing instruc- Clean the aluminum frame with soap and water tions in the portable head owner’s manual. and dry thoroughly.

  • Page 128: Recommissioning

    Seasonal Maintenance MONTEREY BOATS Outboard Engine • Install the drain plug in the hull. The engine should be flushed with fresh water for • Charge and install the batteries. at least 15 minutes prior to winter storage. This will remove salt, sand and other contaminates •...

  • Page 129: Appendix A: Schematics

    Appendix A: MONTEREY BOATS Schematics M65 Standard Battery Wiring...

  • Page 130: Standard Battery Switch Panel

    Schematics MONTEREY BOATS Standard Battery Switch Panel...

  • Page 131: M65 Harness

    Schematics MONTEREY BOATS M65 Harness...

  • Page 132: M65 Tower Harness

    Schematics MONTEREY BOATS M65 Tower Harness...

  • Page 133: Hatch Harness

    Schematics MONTEREY BOATS Hatch Harness...

  • Page 134: Hull Harness

    Schematics MONTEREY BOATS Hull Harness...

  • Page 135: Deck Harness

    Schematics MONTEREY BOATS Deck Harness...

  • Page 136: Stereo Upgrade Harness

    Schematics MONTEREY BOATS Stereo Upgrade Harness...

  • Page 137: Stereo Panel

    Schematics MONTEREY BOATS Stereo Panel...

  • Page 138: Msx Wet Sounds Installation

    Schematics MONTEREY BOATS Wet Sounds Installation...

  • Page 139: Amp Settings

    Schematics MONTEREY BOATS AMP Settings...
  • Page 140 MONTEREY BOATS NOTES...

  • Page 141: Appendix B: Maintenance Log

    Appendix B: MONTEREY BOATS Maintenance log Date Hours Dealer Service/Repairs...
  • Page 142 Maintenance Log MONTEREY BOATS Date Hours Dealer Service/Repairs...

  • Page 143: Appendix C: Float Plan

    Float Plan Monterey Boats recommends filling out a float plan each time you use your boat for an offshore day trip or a long cruise. Leave this information with a responsible person ashore, like a close friend or relative that you know well.
  • Page 144 MONTEREY BOATS NOTES...

  • Page 145: Boating Accident Report

    Appendix D: MONTEREY BOATS Boating Accident Report                                       ...
  • Page 146 Boating Accident Report MONTEREY BOATS                                     ...
  • Page 147 Boating Accident Report MONTEREY BOATS                                    ...
  • Page 148 MONTEREY BOATS NOTES...

  • Page 149: Appendix E: Glossary Of Terms

    Appendix E: MONTEREY BOATS Glossary of Terms ft: In, near, or toward the stern of a boat. Boat Hook: Short shaft of wood or metal with a hook fitting at one end shaped to aid in extending Aground: A boat stuck on the bottom. one’s reach from the side of the boat.
  • Page 150 Glossary of Terms MONTEREY BOATS Coaming: A vertical piece around the edges of Fend off: To push or hold the boat off from the cockpit, hatches, etc. to stop water on deck from dock or another boat. running below. Flying Bridge: A control station above the level of Cockpit: An open space, usually in the aft deck, the deck or cabin.
  • Page 151 Glossary of Terms MONTEREY BOATS Marina: A protected facility primarily for recre- nboard: A boat with the engine mounted within ational small craft. the hull of the boat. Also refers to the center of the boat away from the sides. Marine Ways or Railways: Inclined planes at the wa- ter’s edge onto which boats are hauled.
  • Page 152 Glossary of Terms MONTEREY BOATS Propeller Shaft: Shaft which runs from the back of Sling: A strap which will hold the boat securely the engine gear box, aft, through the stuffing box, while being lifted, lowered, or carried. shaft log, struts, and onto which the propeller is attached.
  • Page 153 Glossary of Terms MONTEREY BOATS Transom: A flat stern at right angles to the keel. Watertight Bulkhead: Bulkheads secured so tightly so as not to let water pass. Travel Lift: A machine used at boat yards to hoist boats out of and back into the water. Wharf: A structure generally parallel to the shore.
  • Page 154 MONTEREY BOATS NOTES...

  • Page 155: Troubleshooting Guide

    Appendix F: MONTEREY BOATS Troubleshooting Guide PROBLEM CAUSE & SOLUTION CONTROL PROBLEMS Hydraulic Steering is slow to respond & erratic and/or the • Steering system is low on fluid. Fill and bleed system. • Steering system has air in it. Fill and bleed system. steering wheel feels bumpy.
  • Page 156 Troubleshooting Guide MONTEREY BOATS PROBLEM CAUSE & SOLUTION PERFORMANCE PROBLEMS Boat is sluggish and has lost speed & RPM. • The boat may be need to have marine growth cleaned from hull and running gear. • Propeller may be damaged & need repair. •...
  • Page 157 Troubleshooting Guide MONTEREY BOATS PROBLEM CAUSE & SOLUTION The engine starter will not operate. • The battery switch is off. Turn on switch. • The shift control is not fully engaged in neutral. Move shifter from forward to neutral and try again. •...
  • Page 158 Troubleshooting Guide MONTEREY BOATS PROBLEM CAUSE & SOLUTION ACCESSORY PROBLEMS The automatic float switch on the bilge pump does not • The circuit breaker near the battery switch has blown. Reset activate the pump. the circuit breaker. • The battery is dead. Charge or replace the battery. •...

  • Page 159: Appendix G: Occupant Seating

    Appendix G: MONTEREY BOATS Occupant Seating M45 OUTBOARD OCCUPANT POSITIONS...
  • Page 160 MONTEREY BOATS NOTES...

  • Page 161: Appendix H: Specifications

    Appendix H: MONTEREY BOATS Specifications M-45 Specifications HULL LENGTH OVERALL __________________________________________________________ 24’ / 7.31 m BEAM __________________________________________________________________________ 8’ 6” / 2.5 m WEIGHT DRY _______________________________________________________________ 4500 lbs / 2041 kg DEAD RISE _____________________________________________________________________________ 20 DRAFT WITH ENGINE UP _________________________________________________________ 16” / 40.6 cm DRAFT WITH ENGINE DOWN ______________________________________________________ 32”...
  • Page 162 Specifications MONTEREY BOATS M-65 Specifications HULL LENGTH OVERALL W/ SWIM PLATFORM _______________________________________ 26’ 7” / 8.1 m BEAM ___________________________________________________________________________8’6” / 2.7 m WEIGHT DRY ______________________________________________________________ 5,200 lbs / 2359 kg DEAD RISE _____________________________________________________________________________20 DRAFT WITH ENGINE UP _________________________________________________________18” / .45.7 cm DRAFT WITH ENGINE DOWN ______________________________________________________ 33”...

  • Page 163: Monterey Boats Lifetime Limited Warranty

    Monterey Boats Lifetime Limited Warranty MONTEREY BOATS LIFETIME LIMITED WARRANTY MONTEREY BOATS warrants to the original retail purchaser of its product beginning with the 2017 models that it will repair or replace defects in materials and workmanship found to exist in its product during the applicable warranty periods defined below if purchased from an authorized MONTEREY BOATS dealer, subject to the exclusions, limitations, conditions and provisions noted below.
  • Page 164 1. Up to two (2) years from the warranty commencement date, MONTEREY BOATS will pay 100% of the repair costs.
  • Page 165 1. Engines, outdrives, air conditioners, and trim tabs; 2. Any boat that has been repaired or altered by persons other than MONTEREY BOATS or an authorized MONTEREY BOATS dealer or representative or modified in any way so as to affect its use and operation;...
  • Page 166 AUTHORIZED by a MONTEREY BOATS Customer Service Manager. MONTEREY BOATS does not authorize any person to create or assume for it any other obligation or liability with respect to its products. The sales personnel or other employees of MONTEREY BOATS...
  • Page 167 Warranty electronically “online” within fifteen (15) days from the date the product is delivered to the original retail purchaser; 2. Notice of each warranty claim is given to the MONTEREY BOATS dealer within a reasonable period of time after discovery of any claimed defect;...

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