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45 Sportfish Series
45' Sportfishing Yachts

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1.
Introduction ............................................................................ 1-1
2.
Specifications and General Layout ..................................... 2-1
3.
Controls and Indicators ........................................................ 3-1
4.
Principles of Operation ......................................................... 4-1
5.
Getting Underway .................................................................. 5-1
6.
Periodic Checks and Services ............................................. 6-1
7.
Storage for Extended Lay-Up ............................................... 7-1
8.
General Maintenance ............................................................ 8-1
9.
Accessory Items .................................................................... 9-1
10.
Troubleshooting .................................................................. 10-1
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  • Page 1: Table Of Contents

    Controls and Indicators ............3-1 Principles of Operation ............4-1 Getting Underway ..............5-1 Periodic Checks and Services ..........6-1 Storage for Extended Lay-Up ..........7-1 General Maintenance ............8-1 Accessory Items ..............9-1 Troubleshooting ..............10-1 45 Sportfish Series V1526900...
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  • Page 3: Introduction

    ® Section 1 – Introduction WELCOME ABOARD ......1-2 WARRANTY INFORMATION....1-3 SKIPPER’S KIT ........1-2 Dealership Responsibilities ....1-3 Owner’s Manual........1-2 Your Responsibilities ......1-4 Owner’s Manuals, Envelopes ...1-3 Warranty Service ......1-4 AVAILABLE FEATURES .......1-3 45 Sportfish Series...

  • Page 4: Controls And Indicators

    WELCOME ABOARD!! SKIPPER’S KIT Section 1 contains a description of the Skipper’s Kit and information about the Welcome to the Rampage Yachts family of The Skipper’s Kit contains the 45' Sportfish warranty. happy boat owners. owner’s manual. Along with the owner’s...

  • Page 5: Available Features

    Rampage ● Engine Operation/Maintenance nents furnished by suppliers other than Yachts boat. - Electric Schematic Rampage Yachts, are located in the enve- Hydraulic Steering Manual lope inside the Skipper’s Kit. Your Rampage ● Section 10 contains a brief troubleshooting ●...

  • Page 6: Your Responsibilities

    Fill in the Rampage Yachts vices set down in the warranties. If a prob- limited warranty registration card which lem arises with your Rampage Yachts boat is located in the Skipper’s Kit. Keep a as a result of workmanship or materials,...
  • Page 7 ® Section 2 – Specifications and Layout SPECIFICATIONS ....... 2-3 ENGINES ..........2-3 GENERAL LAYOUT ......2-4 45 Sportfish Series...
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  • Page 9: Specifications

    Bridge Clearance (w/o) Towers ................. 14' / 4.27 m Sleeping Accommodations .................... 6 Person ENGINES Diesel Engines C-12 CAT DSL, 700 HP C-12 CAT DSL, 700 HP with Trolling Valves 3406E CAT DSL, 800 HP 3406E CAT DSL, 800 HP with Trolling Valves 45 Sportfish Series...
  • Page 10 3. AC/DC Panel 9. Microwave 15. FSR 21. ASR Head Vanity 4. TV/VCR 10. Galley Sink 16. Dinette 22. ASR Head 5. Ice Maker 11. FSR Head Vanity 17. Stereo 23. ASR Shower 24. Central Vacuum (optional) R4-R016D -SHT2 45 Sportfish Series...
  • Page 11 10. Rod Holder Large 21. Helm Station Note: 1. Item 2 is located on the forward corners of the hardtop. 2. Item 4 is located on the starboard 11 10 side of the upper helm station. R4-R010D 45 Sportfish Series...
  • Page 12 GENERAL LAYOUT - ENGINE ROOM 7, 8, 9, 10 R4-R001D-SHT2 45 Sportfish Series...
  • Page 13 41. Slush Box A/C Pump 13. 2" Genset Exhaust Hose 28. Starboard Engine Fuel Filter 42. 4" Engine Room Blower 14. 180° Exhaust Elbow 29. Starboard Engine Seacock 15. Baitwell Pump Raw Water Strainer 30. Port Engine Seacock 45 Sportfish Series...
  • Page 14 21. Battery X-Connect Panel 22. Genset 23. 400 Amp Fuse Block 24. 300 Amp House Fuse 25. 200 Amp Fuse Block 26. 125 Amp 12V Fuse R4-R012D 27. Terminal Bar Board Assembly 28. Battery Parallel Solenoid 29. Blower Solenoid 45 Sportfish Series...
  • Page 15 4. Transmission Control Box 5. Control Box Board (12" x 20") 6. Wire Chase 7. Grounding Buss Bar 8. Grounding Buss Bar Board (12" x 2") NOTE: Items #4 and #5 are fastened to the engine room ceiling liner. R4-R001D-SHT1 45 Sportfish Series...
  • Page 16 2-10 45 Sportfish Series...
  • Page 17 Halon Display Unit......3-5 Accessory Switch and Breaker ..3-3 Battery Parallel Switch ..... 3-5 Fwd Bilge Pump and Breaker ..3-3 12 Volt Outlet ........3-5 Mid Bilge Pump and Breaker ... 3-3 Drivetrain Display Breakers ....3-5 45 Sportfish Series...

  • Page 18: Dash Layout

    The lights are protected by a reset- marked “FWD TANK” and the fuel level on table circuit breaker located in the breaker the fwd tank will be displayed on the fuel panel. gauge above. Move the switch to the side 45 Sportfish Series...

  • Page 19: Tower Lights And Breaker

    Push the bottom to turn the pump engines. breaker panel. off. Bilge pump is protected by a resettable circuit breaker located in the breaker panel. 45 Sportfish Series...

  • Page 20: Start Switches (Diesel)

    To trim the bow of your boat up, push the the station select button, below the ignition. bottom halves of both switches. Refer to The ignition switch can now be activated. See the twin disc owner’s manual for more information. 45 Sportfish Series...

  • Page 21: Halon Display Unit

    34 — 12 VOLT OUTLET This receptacle provides 12 volt DC power to portable accessories such as cellular tele- phones. 35 — DRIVETRAIN DISPLAY BREAKERS These breakers provide circuit protection for both port and starboard digital drivetrain displays. 45 Sportfish Series...
  • Page 22 DASH LAYOUT 20 19 12 13 14 15 21 27 28 26 26 45RCAT~1 45 Sportfish Series...

  • Page 23: Principles Of Operation

    Waste Disposal ......4-69 DC Panel.........4-15 Tecma Head Waste Layout .....4-72 AC Electrical System ..... 4-19 AC Panel .........4-21 BILGE SYSTEM ........4-73 Schematics ........4-26 Pumps..........4-73 A Word About Electrolysis ..... 4-55 Blowers .......... 4-74 45 Sportfish Series...

  • Page 24: Power Train

    “ON” position. Depending upon cause the engines to overheat and the engine, the alarm may sound immedi- cause irreparable damage. ately, or after a few seconds delay. HULL HOSE CSR173-16 45 Sportfish Series...

  • Page 25: Strut And Cutlass Bearing

    Rampage Yachts will not warrant damage incurred due to an Propellers improperly adjusted or neglected The propellers installed on your boat were packing nut.

  • Page 26: Fuel System (Crossover Valve)

    Rampage Yachts recommends that and the 400 gallon fuel tank is located aft of tive tank; the port engine receives fuel you consult with and employ the...

  • Page 27: Oil Exchange Layout

    ® OIL EXCHANGE LAYOUT 1. Oil Exchange Unit 2. Generator Unit 3. Exchange to Genset 4. Exchange to Starboard Engine 5. Exchange to Starboard Transmission 6. Exchange to Port Transmission 7. Exchange to Port Engine R4-R002C 45 Sportfish Series...

  • Page 28: Fuel Tank Fittings

    8. 3/4" to 5/8" Adapter 2. Elbow, ST, 3/8" NPT to 5. 3/4" Ball Valve 9. Tank Shut-Off Valve 3/8" 6. 3/4" to 3/8" Reducer 3. 3/4" Closed Nipple 7. 3/8" Adapter FORWARD FUEL TANK AFT FUEL TANK R4-R007D&8D 45 Sportfish Series...

  • Page 29: Fuel System Layout

    19. Genset to Aft Tank Return (84") 20. Forward Fuel Tank Fill 21. Forward Fuel Tank Vent 22. Aft Fuel Tank Fill 23. Aft Fuel Tank Vent 24. Fuel Fill Deck Plates R4-R006D-SHT1 25. Fuel Crossover Assembly 45 Sportfish Series...
  • Page 30 Cooler (23") 20. Aft Tank to Genset Filter (123") 21. Genset Filter to Genset (28") 22. Genset to Aft Tank Return (84") 23. Forward Fuel Tank Vent 24. Aft Fuel Tank Vent 17 18 STARBOARD VIEW X-OVER R4-R006D-SHT2 45 Sportfish Series...

  • Page 31: Steering System

    76 5/8" 76 1/2" CENTER TO CENTER CENTER TO CENTER RUDDER partment, or of the entire boat. OF BALL JOINTS OF RUDDERS OF RUDDER ARMS BEARING AND SEAL CSR173-59 R4-R006B 45 Sportfish Series...

  • Page 32: Power Steering Layout

    POWER STEERING LAYOUT VIEW C VIEW A HELM VIEWS VIEW B R4-R009D-A D&E 4-10 45 Sportfish Series...
  • Page 33 26. Power Steering Servo 27. 28-28 Swivel Nut 28. Bleeder Assembly 29. 3/8" Elbow 30. Tee (attached to reservoir) 31. Power Steering Hardware Bracket 32. 1/4" NPT x 1/4" FPT, 90° Elbow VIEW C VIEW D VIEW E R4-R009D-B 4-11 45 Sportfish Series...

  • Page 34: Trim Tabs

    Generator power: ______ blowers, ignition, etc.). The alternating current (AC) system in your Rampage Yacht supplies power to the port and starboard electrical outlets, and to 120V AC systems (air conditioner, range, water heater, microwave, refrigerator, icemaker, 4-12...

  • Page 35: Terminal Bar Board Layout

    2. Halon Control Box 3. Positive Terminal Bar 4. Accessory Fuse Block, 200 Amp 5. Accessory Fuse, 125 Amp 6. Negative Terminal Bar 7. Windlass Fuse Block, 200 Amp 8. Windlass Fuse, 125 Amp 4, 5 7, 8 R4-R020B 4-13 45 Sportfish Series...

  • Page 36: Dc Electrical System

    Any modifications to the ing system. first discovering and remedying system should always be done by an authorized Rampage Yachts the cause of the problem. The auxiliary batteries are separated from dealer not only to protect your the cranking batteries by an electronic solid warranty, but to protect you from The switch type circuit breakers’...

  • Page 37: Dc Panel

    ® DC PANEL 4-15 45 Sportfish Series...
  • Page 38 As a safety feature, the CO monitor breakers are wired to bypass the main breakers so that they will function CO MONITOR when the main breaker is off. If a CO monitor breaker trips (pops out), push to reset immediately. See CO monitor manual for more information. 4-16 45 Sportfish Series...
  • Page 39 The MANUAL BILGE PUMP switches will bypass the auto feature, allowing the option of controlling the pumps manually. Returning the MANUAL BILGE PUMP switches to “OFF” position will return bilge pumps to auto- matic operation. 4-17 45 Sportfish Series...
  • Page 40 Energize one appliance at a time. ● Don’t use hot water heater with other major appliances. ● Only warm one Range burner at a time on High. ● Don’t use accessories such as hair dryers (1,500 Watts) with other major appliances. 4-18 45 Sportfish Series...
  • Page 41 Rampage Yachts rent reaching the control center. Damage to The circuit breakers’ function is twofold; they components can occur if voltage entering...
  • Page 42 4. Disconnect shore power cable from the be mounted in a location readily apparent to shore receptacle, and then from the boat the vessel operator. Because the galvanic receptacle. 4-20 45 Sportfish Series...

  • Page 43: Ac Panel

    ® AC PANEL 4-21 45 Sportfish Series...
  • Page 44 SHORE MAIN 1 circuit breaker to the “ON” position. AC power is sent to all AC circuit breakers for Load Center 1: AC OUTLETS PORT MICROWAVE SPARE RANGE OUTLETS STARBOARD ICEMAKER SPARE BATTERY CHARGERS WATER HEATER REFRIGERATOR SPARE 4-22 45 Sportfish Series...
  • Page 45 Turn the circuit breaker to the “ON” position to turn the water heater on. The water heater is controlled by a thermo- stat to keep the water at a constant temperature. Move the switch to the “OFF” position to turn the water heater off. 4-23 45 Sportfish Series...
  • Page 46 GFCI. Correct the defect at once. Carry out the test procedure as outlined to ensure that your GFCI is operating properly. If the GFCI does not reset, this indicates a ground fault still exists and must be corrected. 4-24 45 Sportfish Series...
  • Page 47 ® 4-25 45 Sportfish Series...
  • Page 48 STARBOARD HULL HARNESS R4-E010D 4-26 45 Sportfish Series...
  • Page 49 CNTR SPKR - AFT HD VENT GND 143B HD OH LT. GND FWD P SPKR + FWD HD VENT GND FSR CLST SW 24V FWD P SPKR - TV ANT. FSR S CLST LT. C.P. LT. 2W LOWER 4-27 45 Sportfish Series...
  • Page 50 PORT HULL HARNESS R4-E011D 4-28 45 Sportfish Series...
  • Page 51 HALL 4W SW 109C FSR LT. GND 105C GSR OH LT. HALL OH LT. FSR CLST LT. 105D GSR OH LT. 100A HALL OH LT. RDG LT. 2W SW GSR RDG LT. RDG LT. 2W SW 4-29 45 Sportfish Series...
  • Page 52 AFT ENGINE ROOM HARNESS R4-E012D 4-30 45 Sportfish Series...
  • Page 53 SOL - C.O. DETECTORS 183B C.P. LT. GND AUTO B.P. FEED GSR/HALL SW 24V BAITWELL PUMP MID AUTO B.P. FSR SW 24V AUX PUMP MID BLG PUMP HORN SW 24V MID B.P. GND WIND SW 24V 4-31 45 Sportfish Series...
  • Page 54 FORWARD LINER HARNESS R4-E013D 4-32 45 Sportfish Series...
  • Page 55 FWD HD UNIT HD IND MID FWD AUTO B.P. FWD HD GND HD IND EMPTY FWD B.P. GND FWD HD WTR SOL HD IND GND FWD HI-WTR ALRM FWD HD SOL GND AFT HD UNIT 24V MACERATOR PUMP 4-33 45 Sportfish Series...
  • Page 56 BRIDGE HARNESS R4-E014D 4-34 45 Sportfish Series...
  • Page 57 159C BRDG LT. GND 223A NAV LT. GND MID BP SW 24V AFT S SPKR + C.P. LTS. UPPER AA11 AFT BP SW 24V AFT S SPKR - TWR LT. SW 24V AFT P SPKR + 4-35 45 Sportfish Series...
  • Page 58 ENGINE ROOM COVER HARNESS R4-E015D 4-36 45 Sportfish Series...
  • Page 59 ® ® PARTS LIST WIRE CONDUCTOR DESCRIPTION FROM ENG RM LTS. ENG RM LTS. ENG RM LTS. ENG RM LTS. ENG RM LT. GND ENG RM LT. GND ENG RM LT. GND ENG RM LT. GND 4-37 45 Sportfish Series...
  • Page 60 AMP #770007-1 PIN AMP #770008-3 SOC. AMP #770007-1 PIN AMP #770008-3 SOC. WIRE GA. 12~10, WIRE GA. 12~10, WIRE GA. 12~10, WIRE GA. 12~10, AMP #770003-3 PIN AMP #770004-3 SOC. AMP #770003-4 PIN AMP #770004-4 SOC. R4-E016D 4-38 45 Sportfish Series...
  • Page 61 C.P. LT. SW 24V FWD LT. SW 24V S BATT COND ENG RM SW 24V BRDG LT. SW 24V SHWR SUMP (S) FSH BX MAC NAV LT. SW 24V AFT F BX MAC TRIM SW 24V 4-39 45 Sportfish Series...
  • Page 62 ENGINE/DIST HARNESS R4-E017D 4-40 45 Sportfish Series...
  • Page 63 P ECM + P START S504 P DATA - P ECM - P START SHLD DATA SHLD S STOP P STOP S505 S DATA + S STOP P STOP S506 S DATA - S IGN. P SLO VSL 4-41 45 Sportfish Series...
  • Page 64 ENGINE/DIST F.B. HARNESS R4-E018D 4-42 45 Sportfish Series...
  • Page 65 S GND P-DSPLY BRKR P-STOP (SEC) P BAT S-STOP (SEC) P-SLO VSL P STOP S-IGN. P-GND P IGN S-IGN. EE10 P-GND P START S-START P-GND FF12 P GND S-SLO VSL S DIS JMPR S-GND P DIS JMPR 4-43 45 Sportfish Series...
  • Page 66 WIRE SHALL ALSO BE UL AND CSA APPROVED. REC. HSG #DT04-08PA PLUG HSG #DT06-08SA ALLOWABLE. V1346100 V1345900 WEDGELOCK #W8P WEDGELOCK #W8S V1346200 V1346000 PIN 16/18 PIN 14/16 SOC 16/18 SOC 14/16 V1347600 V1347800 V1347700 V1347900 HOLE PLUG R4-E019D V1347500 4-44 45 Sportfish Series...
  • Page 67 BATT 12V - GI-1 GII-1 STOP GI-2 GII-2 START GI-3 GII-3 BATT 12V + GI-4 GII-4 STATUS IND GI-5 GII-5 GAUGES 12V GI-6 GII-6 OIL SENDER GI-7 GII-7 TEMP SENDER GI-8 GII-8 HLN BOX IGN. HLN GEN STOP 4-45 45 Sportfish Series...
  • Page 68 GAL/DIN FWD GAL OH DIN OH GAL OH DIN OH ENG RM CTSY BAITWELL OH 2W OH 2W OH 2W OH 2W LIGHTS LIGHTS LIGHTS JUMPER JUMPER LIGHT SW WIRING SCHEMATIC 45R NOTE: Subject to change 4-46 45 Sportfish Series...

  • Page 69: Dash Panel

    ® ® DASH PANEL R4-E025D 4-47 45 Sportfish Series...
  • Page 70 125 A #3 BATT FUSE 12VDC PNL/BRDG SOLENOID 24V ACC OIL CHANGER FWD FUEL TANK SNDR HARNESS,ENG/RM AFT- ZR000200 AFT FUEL TANK SNDR BILGE PUMPS FWD B.P. AUTO AFT B.P. AUTO MID B.P. AUTO HI-WATER PUMP R4-E002B 4-48 45 Sportfish Series...
  • Page 71 TO PIN #6 (GENSET IGN.) B.S. GENY STOP NOTE #2 WIRE INSERT VIEW 12" SPLICE WIRE #10 WITH WIRE TO PIN #2 (GENSET STOP) (AT GENERATOR) 12" 72" 156" HARNESS,GENSET ONAN STANDARD/e-QD ZR001000 (AT GENERATOR) (AT AC/DC PANEL) R4-E003B 4-49 45 Sportfish Series...
  • Page 72 CRIMPS ONLY "NO SOLDER" SHRINK TUBE ASSEMBLY 1.921 NO TAPE 0.358 1/4" MALE QUICK SLIDES 1/4" FEMALE QUICK SLIDES FINISH: IS STANDARD RAMPAGE GRAY WITH HILIGHTED LOGO. TO SWITCH & INSTRUMENT 12" 4" TYP NOTES: ALL #16 AWG WIRE 1/4" MALE QUICK SLIDE...
  • Page 73 REAR VIEW 0.300 0.300 1/4" MALE QUICK SLIDES 12" 1/4" MALE QUICK SLIDE FINISH: IS STANDARD RAMPAGE GRAY 24" 4" TYP 1/4" MALE QUICK SLIDE GENERAL NOTES AND SPECIFICATIONS ALL PLUGS AND WIRES SHALL BE LABELED AND/OR ALL TERMINATIONS SHALL BE UL AND CSA APPROVED.
  • Page 74 P SYNC 1 0.300 BLK/WHT P SLO VES S SLO VES BLK/WHT 0.300 18" FINISH: IS STANDARD RAMPAGE GRAY 24VDC CAT SWITCHES P & S SYNC DP/DT ON/OFF/ON SLOW VESSEL DP/ST ON/OFF WIRE INSERT VIEW "NO LAMPS IN THESE SWITCHES"...
  • Page 75 ® ® ® ENGINE ROOM BREAKER PANEL R4-E008D 4-53 45 Sportfish Series...
  • Page 76 BATTERY/ACCESSORY CABLE LAYOUT R4-E005B 4-54 45 Sportfish Series...
  • Page 77 “noble” metals tric current. For boat owners, electrolysis is a grounding. Rampage Yachts uses a copper first. Because zinc is a less “noble” metal it common occurrence. Using a shore power bonding strip in the engine compartment to will decompose before the more “noble”...
  • Page 78 BONDING WIRE LAYOUT 7, 11 16, 17 R4-R014D 25, 26 34, 43 4-56 45 Sportfish Series...
  • Page 79 Twin Disc Box #1 Eng Rm Buss Bar Port Engine Interior Buss Bar Fwd A/C Unit Eng Rm Stbd Buss Bar Twin Disc Box #2 Eng Rm Buss Bar Port Exhaust Elbow Fwd Fuel Tank Fwd Fuel Deck Plate 4-57 45 Sportfish Series...
  • Page 80 Close the faucet when a engine exhaust system which dumps it over- steady flow of water is apparent. board. 4-58 45 Sportfish Series...

  • Page 81: Freshwater Layout

    9. Waterline, Cold, Blue 10. Waterline, Hot, Red 11. City Water Inlet 12. Accumulator Tank 13. Water Pump 14. Inline Water Filter 15. Water Tank, 54 Gallon (Port) TO WATER HEATER AND WASHER DRYER UNIT R4-R018D 4-59 45 Sportfish Series...
  • Page 82 PLUMBING HARDWARE LAYOUT SEE VIEW A SEE VIEW B R4-R005D-SHT5-A 4-60 45 Sportfish Series...
  • Page 83 10. Slush Box A/C Pump 20. Waste Tank (60 Gal.) 35. A/C Raw Water Strainer 11. Baitwell Pump Seacock 21. Galley Sink 36. A/C Raw Water Pump NOTE: Purple = optional equipment VIEW B VIEW A R4-R005D-SHT5-B 4-61 45 Sportfish Series...
  • Page 84 14. Water Fill Deck Plate 15. Waterline, Cold, Blue (1/2") 16. Waterline, Hot, Red (1/2") 17. Water Tank Vent Hose (5/8") 18. Starboard Water Tank Fill Hose (1-1/2") 19. Water Tank Connecting Hose (1-1/2") NOTE: Purple = optional equipment R4-R005D-SHT1 4-62 45 Sportfish Series...
  • Page 85 16. Cold Water Hose to Forward Toilet (1/2") 8. Hot Water Hose to Heads (1/2") 17. Tecma Head Solenoid 9. Cold Water Hose to Heads (1/2") 18. Cold Water to Aft (1/2") RAN BETWEEN FUEL TANK AND BULKHEAD R4-R003C 4-63 45 Sportfish Series...
  • Page 86 LINER PLUMBING 1. 1-1/2" Elbow 5. Drain Hose Aft Shower 2. 1-1/2" to 1-1/8" Reducer 6. Drain Hose Aft Shower 3. 1-1/8" Tee 7. Drain Hose Forward Shower 4. 1-1/8" Elbow R40-R017B 4-64 45 Sportfish Series...
  • Page 87 1. Freezer Box Drain Hose 5. Access Hatch Elbow 100° 2. Kill Box Drain Channel Drain Hose 6. Kill Box Hatch Fittings 3. Access Hatch Drain Channel Hose 7. Aft Access Drain, Tee 1-1/2" 4. Wetbar Sink Drain Hose R4-R038B 4-65 45 Sportfish Series...
  • Page 88 5. Sink Drain Hose, Forward Head (3/4") 6. Shower Drain Hose (1-1/8") 7. A/C Condensation Hose, Forward (5/8") 8. Shower Sump Drain Hose (1-1/8") 9. Bilge Pump Drain Hose (1-1/2") 10. 1-1/2" to 1-1/8" Adapter R4-R013B 4-66 45 Sportfish Series...
  • Page 89 27. Starboard Killbox Pumpout Hose (1") WATER LAYOUT DWG 28. Port Killbox Macerator Hose (1-1/2") 29. Generator Raw Water Hose (1") 30. Cockpit Sink Drain Hose (1-1/8") NOTE: Purple = optional equipment 31. Starboard Vent Box Drain Hose (3/4") R4-R005D-SHT3 4-67 45 Sportfish Series...
  • Page 90 25. Aft Head Sink Drain Hose (3/4") 26. Forward Head Sink Drain Hose (3/4") SEE AFT 27. Shower Drain Hose (1-1/8") RAW WATER R4-R005D-SHT2 28. Shower Sump Bilge Pump to LAYOUT DWG Reducer (1-1/2") NOTE: Purple = optional equipment 4-68 45 Sportfish Series...

  • Page 91: Waste Disposal

    To clear the tank of waste, hook a suction hose to the pumpout plate on the starboard midship of the boat, and to the dockside pump. The marina will handle the proper dis- posal of the waste. 4-69 45 Sportfish Series...
  • Page 92 The “Y” valve permits you to use the dock- side pumpout feature, or to use the macera- tor to pump the waste from the holding tank overboard. CSR161-13 4-70 45 Sportfish Series...
  • Page 93 4. Close the macerator discharge seacock after the pumpout is complete. 2. Move the “Y” valve lever to the over- board position. The “Y” valve is located below the aft stateroom starboard bunk. 4-71 45 Sportfish Series...
  • Page 94 7. Macerator Pumpout Hose (1-1/2") 8. Waste Pumpout Hose (1-1/2") 9. Waste Tank Vent Hose (5/8") 10. Aft Head Unit Waste Hose (1-1/2") 11. Forward Head Unit Waste Hose (1-1/2") NOTE: Purple = optional equipment R4-R005D-SHT4 4-72 45 Sportfish Series...

  • Page 95: Bilge System

    CORRECT HOOKUP FOR SECOND TOILET DOCKSIDE PUMPOUT SEALAND ® VACUUM VENT FILTER TANKWATCH ® TOILET VACUUM LEVEL INDICATOR GENERATOR T-SERIES HOLDING DISCHARGE TANK VENT PUMP FITTINGS DIVERTER SEACOCK VALVE CSR173-57 4-73 45 Sportfish Series...
  • Page 96 The MANUAL BILGE PUMP switches will bypass the auto feature, allowing the option of con- trolling the pumps manually. Returning the MANUAL BILGE PUMP switches to “OFF” position will return bilge pumps to automatic operation. 4-74 45 Sportfish Series...

  • Page 97: Getting Underway

    Stopping Diesel Engines ....5-9 Signals and Rules of the Road ..5-5 Fueling ..........5-9 Safety Precautions for Suggested Maneuvering Engine Exhaust ......5-6 Techniques........5-10 Dropping and Weighing Anchor ..5-13 Towing the Boat ....... 5-14 45 Sportfish Series...

  • Page 98: Safe Boating

    ● Instruct at least one passenger in the accessed. basics of operation and handling of your boat in case you are disabled or fall over- Keep up-to-date navigational charts of ● board. areas to be traveled onboard. 45 Sportfish Series...

  • Page 99: Sample Float Plan

    Destination ________________ Est. Time of Arrival ____________________________ Expect to Return By ______________________________________________________ Auto Type ________________ License No. _______________ Parked ______________ If not returned by ___________________ call the Coast Guard, or ____________________ (Local Authority). Coast Guard Telephone Number: ______________________________ Local Authority Telephone Number: ______________________________ 45 Sportfish Series...

  • Page 100: Boating Rules And Regulations

    Type I, II or III, personal flotation device and warning signals. fenders, first aid kit, waterproof flashlight, (life jacket) for each person aboard. If you spare fuses, electrical tape and tool kit. are more than 20 miles offshore, you must have Type I. 45 Sportfish Series...

  • Page 101: Signals And Rules Of The Road

    Either numbered. the boat or a passenger is in serious SPHERE trouble. Lights, bells and horns are used on buoys for night or poor visibility conditions. CSR161-17A 45 Sportfish Series...

  • Page 102: Safety Precautions For Engine Exhaust

    Adjust the direction of the boat while or call toll-free 1-800-424-8802 to report any underway as necessary to alleviate the such incident. presence of exhaust fumes. ● Do not allow the boat to remain stationary with the engine running for any extended period. 45 Sportfish Series...
  • Page 103 Deck hatches can be opened at slow KC-0465 speed or while dead in the water, but must KC-0468 be closed at or above planing speeds to prevent damage and possible personal injury. ENSURE ADEQUATE VENTILATION FOR CORRECT AIR MOVEMENT THROUGH BOAT! KC-0469 45 Sportfish Series...

  • Page 104: Operating Instructions

    Make sure shift control lever is in the ● minutes before starting the engine. Allow NEUTRAL position. the blowers to run until cruising speed is attained. ● Check engine and transmission oil levels. If equipped, check fresh water coolant level. 45 Sportfish Series...

  • Page 105: Stopping Diesel Engines

    Prohibit all smoking in the area. ● OFF position. 5. Allow engines to warm up. Check water ● Locate the nearest fire extinguisher for temperature gauges to be sure water use if needed. temperature remains within the specified 45 Sportfish Series...

  • Page 106: Suggested Maneuvering Techniques

    This apparent Repair any leaks immediately. “loss” of steering can cause con- fusion, even panic, among novice skippers. Practice maneuvering BEFORE you attempt any complex moves. Know your boat! 5-10 45 Sportfish Series...
  • Page 107 CSR-159-17A maintain position with minor throttle adjust- ments for any correction. Compensate for slight wind and water current by individually adjusting throttle levers and moving shift levers between forward and neutral. 5-11 45 Sportfish Series...
  • Page 108 It is important to get “over the hump” as soon as possible due to the reduced visibili- 5-12 45 Sportfish Series...

  • Page 109: Dropping And Weighing Anchor

    5-13 45 Sportfish Series...

  • Page 110: Towing The Boat

    Always remember to pulling strain. relieve the load on the windlass when anchored: use a bridle attached to a cleat or attach the line directly to a cleat. 5-14 45 Sportfish Series...
  • Page 111 Section 6 – Periodic Checks and Services PERIODIC CHECKS AND SERVICES ..6-2 Monthly ..........6-7 Before Every Use ......6-3 Quarterly.......... 6-8 Every 50 Hours........ 6-5 Annually ........... 6-9 Every 100 Hours......6-7 Additional Pre-Launch Checklist..6-10 45 Sportfish Series...

  • Page 112: Periodic Checks And Services

    1. Check battery electrolyte level. 2. Check hydraulic steering system oil level. Annually 1. Check trim tab pump fluid level. 2. Check engine to shaft coupling alignment. 3. Lubricate rudder shaft. 4. Lubricate seacocks. 5. Check engine mounting hardware. 45 Sportfish Series...
  • Page 113 If leakage persists, replace damaged hose and clamps. See your hoses and clamps. See your Ramapge authorized Rampage Yachts dealer for Yachts dealer for parts and service. parts and service. 45 Sportfish Series...
  • Page 114 If hose is leaking, tighten hose clamp. If 1. Operate boat at cruising speed. hose is damaged, replace the hose and CHECK clamps. See your Rampage Yachts deal- 2. Inspect propeller shaft at shaft log. This er for parts and service. LEAKS is a “dripless”...
  • Page 115 If problem persists, or fuel lines log hose clamps. 2. Remove screen from housing and flush are damaged, refer the problem to your with clean water. Use a brush to remove Rampage Yachts dealer. any sediment. 45 Sportfish Series...
  • Page 116 COTTER CHECK COTTER CHECK TIE BAR LOOSENESS LOOSENESS CONNECTING CONNECTING SET SCREW CHECK FOR CHECK LINKAGE LOOSENESS LOOSENESS CYLINDER SCREW CHECK CHECK LOOSENESS LOOSENESS HYDRAULIC CSR173-41A LINES 45 Sportfish Series...
  • Page 117 3. Inspect connections at freshwater reser- voir, filter, pump and pressure accumula- CAUTION tor. There should be no signs of leakage. Rampage Yachts Inc. will not war- If leaks are apparent, drain system and rant damage incurred due to an replace defective hoses, tubes and improperly adjusted or neglected clamps.
  • Page 118 AC master panel. 3. Locate the GFCI circuit breaker. ZINC 4. Push the test button on each GFCI out- ANODE let. Power should be interrupted to all outlets onboard. Press the reset button to restore power. CSR164-31A 45 Sportfish Series...
  • Page 119 See Section 8, GENERAL MAINTENANCE for details. Port and starboard engine cooling water seacocks located in the engine compart- ment. Generator cooling water seacock located in the engine compartment. Baitwell pump seacock located aft of the port engine. CSR161-30A 45 Sportfish Series...
  • Page 120 PIVOT ❏ secured. Clean and tighten electrical connections, ❏ especially both ends of battery cables. CSR162-16A Check power steering and power trim oil Wire-brush battery terminals and fill cells levels. with distilled water. 6-10 45 Sportfish Series...
  • Page 121 Check engine alignment and coupler for each passenger, including children bolts. and pets. This information is being provided as a courtesy to our dealers and customers to help promote a safe and enjoyable boating season. 6-11 45 Sportfish Series...
  • Page 122 6-12 45 Sportfish Series...
  • Page 123 ® Section 7 – Storage for Extended Lay-Up STORAGE FOR EXTENDED LAY-UP... 7-2 Winterization ........7-3 Lifting and Storing Your Boat ..7-2 Fitting Out After Storage ....7-6 Transporting ........7-3 45 Sportfish Series...

  • Page 124: Storage For Extended Lay-Up

    Water can or hull distortion. Contact your Rampage cause corrosion or damage to the engine. Yachts dealer to order a cradle.
  • Page 125 2. Store the boat with the bow up so any b. Refer to the engine owner’s manual moving around during transport. accumulation of moisture will run off. for procedures to store and winterize the engines. 45 Sportfish Series...
  • Page 126 “OFF” position. water, operate macerator pump just b. Remove the freshwater supply by long enough so antifreeze runs opening the hot and cold faucets in through pump and lines. the galley for 10 minute intervals. 45 Sportfish Series...
  • Page 127 “OFF” position. Remove batter- when winterizing or at the start of the h. Connect outlet hose to freshwater ies from the boat and store in a non- new season. Consult your Rampage pump. Pour approximately 1-1/2 freezing area. Yachts dealer for paint specifications ounces of potable alcohol into the for your area.

  • Page 128: Fitting Out After Storage

    14. After boat has been launched, engine- breaker to “ON”. to-shaft alignment must be checked. 4. Open and close all seacocks to check Refer to Section 8, GENERAL MAINTE- operation. Install all drain plugs in strain- NANCE for this procedure. ers and seacocks. 45 Sportfish Series...
  • Page 129 ® Section 8 – General Maintenance GENERAL MAINTENANCE ....8-2 Bilge ..........8-4 Power Train ........8-2 Hull ..........8-4 DC Electrical System ..... 8-3 General Care and Cleaning ... 8-5 Freshwater System ......8-4 45 Sportfish Series...

  • Page 130: General Maintenance

    Install the cotter pin and adjust engine until coupling is in align- bend the ends over to hold it in place. ment. (See your Rampage Yachts 3. Slide the prop on the shaft and rotate it dealer.) slightly on the shaft.
  • Page 131 AC master loosened. panel. After the generator starts, move the GENER MAIN 1 and BAT CHGR circuit breakers to the “ON” position. 45 Sportfish Series...
  • Page 132 1. Make a solution of 2-1/2 cups (20 oz.) of make cleaning easy. Consult your Rampage Minor scratches can be removed by wet household bleach and 10 gallons of Yachts dealer for instructions and use.
  • Page 133 Lysol to help pre- day. Moisture in the old paint must be vent mildew. allowed to escape completely to get good adhesion between the new and old paint. 45 Sportfish Series...
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  • Page 135 Lowering the Anchor Under Power ... 9-8 Courtesy Lights ......9-3 Raising the Anchor Under Power ... 9-8 Covers ..........9-3 TV and Dockside Receptacle ........9-8 Refrigerator/Freezer ....... 9-3 TV and Telephone Layout....9-9 Bait Station ........9-3 Bridge Light Layout......9-4 45 Sportfish Series...

  • Page 136: Accessory Items

    Skipper’s Kit for operation and care of the the system. engine batteries). stereo. Raw water is drawn from the seacock, To operate the battery charger, the BATT through a strainer and to the pump. The CHGR circuit breaker, must be in the “ON” position. 45 Sportfish Series...

  • Page 137: Courtesy Lights

    The pump will shut off “ON.” Refer to the freezer’s manual for oper- automatically when the hose nozzle is ating instructions. closed and pressure builds. Check the strainer regularly. See the ice maker information in your Skipper’s Kit. 45 Sportfish Series...
  • Page 138 BRIDGE LIGHT LAYOUT 1. Cockpit Lights (Bridge Overhang) 2. Courtesy Lights 3. White Transom Light R4-R026B 45 Sportfish Series...
  • Page 139 3 Mod; Cover, 3 Mod 18. Outlet Dual USA; Box, 3 Mod; Frame, 3 Mod; Cover, 3 Mod 19. Switch, 4-way; Switch, 1-way; Frame, 3 Mod; Cover, 3 Mod 20. Switch, 2-way; Frame, 3 Mod; Cover, 3 Mod R4-R016D-SHT1 45 Sportfish Series...
  • Page 140 3. A/C Duct to Aft Plenum 5" 8. Galley Plenum 13. 4" Black Round Vent 4. A/C Duct FSR 4" 9. Salon Plenum 14. 20" x 5" Cherry Vent 5. A/C Duct Galley 4" 10. A/C Duct Hose Salon 6" R4-R023B-Plan 45 Sportfish Series...

  • Page 141: Windlass System

    LASS TO STOP AS THIS COULD ling the Winch via a reversing solenoid Warranty. DAMAGE THE WINDLASS. Abuse which is actuated by self centering is not covered by Warranty. UP/DOWN toggle type remote control switch or foot switches. 45 Sportfish Series...

  • Page 142: Lowering The Anchor Under Power

    Clockwise rotation engages the clutch. 2. Start the boat’s motor(s) and run at TV and Dockside Receptacle sufficient RPM to activate the charge The receptacle includes a waterproof inlet system. plug located on the starboard side deck under coaming boards. 45 Sportfish Series...
  • Page 143 ® TV AND TELEPHONE LAYOUT 1. Coaxial Splitter 2. Coaxial Splice 3. Coaxial Cable VIEW A 4. 22 GA Telephone Wire 5. Coaxial Connector SEE VIEW A R4-R013D 45 Sportfish Series...
  • Page 144 9-10 45 Sportfish Series...
  • Page 145 ® Section 10 – Troubleshooting TROUBLESHOOTlNG ....... 10-2 Electrical ........10-5 Plumbing ........10-6 Engine and Power Train ....10-2 10-1 45 Sportfish Series...

  • Page 146: Troubleshooting

    Contaminated fuel. Check fuel for contaminants or water. If fuel is contaminated, drain tank and lines, flush with clean fuel and replace fuel filters. See Rampage Yachts Dealer for service. Station not selected. Select a station. Loose wiring or bad key switch.
  • Page 147 Open seacock or remove obstruction. closed or water pick-up is blocked. Leaking or pinched water lines. Repair or replace water lines. See Rampage Yachts Dealer for service. Transmission shift hard. Corroded or pinched linkage. Replace or lubricate linkage as necessary. See Rampage Yachts NOTE: The CAT engines are Dealer for service.
  • Page 148 Engine not timed properly or Have engine tuned-up by an authorized dealer. misfiring. Bent rudder. Replace rudder. See Rampage Yachts Dealer for service. Worn strut, engine or transmis- Bearings replaced by authorized dealer as necessary. sion bearings. Engine-to-shaft couplings out-of- Have couplings checked by an authorized dealer.
  • Page 149 No power at AC outlets. Ground fault circuit interrupter Reset button on outlet and test. If reset button or light does tripped. not come on, DO NOT use any outlets. Have circuit checked by qualified technician. 10-5 45 Sportfish Series...
  • Page 150 Water system has lost its charge. Check for leaks in water system or air leaks in accumulator. showers and sinks. See Rampage Yachts Dealer for service. Weak or worn pump. Have pump serviced by authorized dealer. Low water pressure at only Restriction or obstruction in Clean, repair, or remove obstruction from water line.
  • Page 151 Flush water seacock not open. Open seacock. Inlet pedal valve not working. Have head serviced by authorized dealer. Head will not empty. “Y” valve not open or line to Open “Y” valve or remove obstruction. holding tank is blocked. 10-7 45 Sportfish Series...
  • Page 152 10-8 45 Sportfish Series...
  • Page 153 (11) Rampage Division pose of notification in case of defective parts or equipment, or in dealer or Rampage Division of KCS International, Inc.

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