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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Introduction Shift/Throttle Control System......115 Letter from the President ........5 Shower Sump Pump System......117 The Silverton Story ..........7 Trash Compactor (Optional) ......119 Introduction to your Owner’s Manual ....9 Trim Tab System ..........121 Warranty Information ......... 13 Washer/Dryer (Optional)........
Page 4 SPECIFICATIONS Overall Length 50’ - 4.75” Length at Waterline 35’ - 7.625” Beam 15’ - 4” Beam - Waterline 13’ - 10.25” Draft (Maximum) 4’ - 8.125” Displacement (dry) - 35,530 lbs. Transom Deadrise 13 degrees Fuel Capacity 486 Gal. Fresh Water Capacity 190 Gal.
Page 5: Introduction
Attend a safe boating course offered by the United States Coast Guard Axillary, United States Power Squadron or any enterprise experienced in conducting safe boating courses. Thank you for choosing a Silverton. I am conﬁ dent your new yacht will provide you and your family with years of enjoyable cruising.
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Page 7: The Silverton Story
Railroad, which was to become the recreational cow railroad for Russian Czar, Alexander II. conglomerate, Bangor-Punta. It was also during this period that the Silverton Company, in Toms Henry Luhrs owned shares in twenty-two dif- River, New Jersey, was purchased by his sons, ferent ocean-going vessels - barques, brigs and John and Warren Luhrs.
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Page 9: Introduction To Your Owner's Manual
These graphics are shown as follows: We appreciate your selection of the Silverton 453 Motor Yacht. We have designed and manufac- tured this yacht to bring you a strong, safe, and...
Page 10 This section is like a tour, showing you the vari- izing and storing your yacht. ous accessories and appliances, both standard and optional, that are found on your 453 Motor Glossary of Terms Yacht. In addition, the Hull, Deck, Interior and Engine Compartment will be described.
Page 11 ORIGINAL EQUIPMENT MANUFACTURER’S MANUALS Silverton purchased various items of equipment from other manufacturers and installed them on your yacht while it was being built. Examples of this equipment include, but are not limited to, the engines, generator (if so equipped), and appli- ances.
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Page 13: Warranty Information
FOR WARRANTY INFORMATION, PLEASE CONTACT SILVERTON CUSTOMER SERVICE AT 1 (800) 882-9266 https://www.boat-manuals.com/...
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Page 18: Accident Reporting
Check with ________________ local enforcement agencies or with your local Silverton dealer regarding local requirements. No one likes to think about having a boating accident, but unfortunately, they do occur. You must ﬁ le an accident report after a boating ac- cident just as you would after an automobile ac- cident.
Page 19: Getting Familiar
This section of your Owner’s Manual will give The shaft is supported forward of the propeller you a virtual tour of your new 453 Motor Yacht. by one or two Struts, depending on engine mod- The following areas will be described: Hull, el.
Page 20 Engine Seawater Pickup Trim Tabs The photograph below displays the Engine The photographs below display the Port and Seawater Pickup as shown on the Starboard Starboard Trim Tabs, which are factory installed side. The Engine Seawater Pickups are located on the lower edge of the transom. The purpose on the bottom exterior of the hull forward of the of the Trim Tabs is to assist you in controlling engines and are used for “scooping”...
Page 21 Port side of the hull forward of the transom and the Starboard Engine Exhaust pellers on your 453 Motor Yacht are speciﬁ c to your boat. Make sure you record the informa- Port is located on the Starboard side of the hull tion and speciﬁ...
Page 22: Bridge
Discharge Ports DECK AND BRIDGE The various Discharge Ports (also known as Anchor System thru-hull ports) are located on the Port and Star- board side of the hull. Refer to the Thru-Hull The photograph below displays the location schematic drawing on Page 157 and 158, which of the Anchor, which is located in its bracket illustrates the location of these ports.
Page 23 Search Light Hardtop Footbox The 453 Motor Yacht may be equipped with an The photograph below illustrates the Hardtop optional Search Light, which is mounted on the Footbox, located on the ﬂ ybridge. forward portion of the pulpit. The photograph below displays the Search Light.
Page 24 Bilge Ventilation Intake and Exhaust Vents Navigation Lights The photographs below display the location of The Bilge Ventilation Air Intake Vent and the Port and Starboard Navigation Lights and Bilge Ventilation Air Exhaust Vent are located the combination Masthead/Anchor light. The directly below the salon windows on the port Port Navigation Light is RED and the Starboard and starboard sides of the hull.
Page 25 The factory installed Air Horns are mounted Starboard Bridge-To-Bow Access Steps, also on the forward section of the bridge. The com- known as the Silverton Sidewalk®. pressor that generates air for the Air Horns and the wiring supplying electrical power to the...
Page 26 Bridge-To-Aft Deck Access Steps Forward Deck Sunseat The photograph below displays the Bridge-To- The photographs below illustrate the Forward Aft Deck Access Steps, located on the Starboard Deck Sunseat. It is located forward of the side forward section of the Aft Deck. cabin windshield and aft of the pulpit.
Page 27: Interior
Forward V-Berth, Starboard Guest Stateroom, and then aft to the Master Stateroom. Salon The photographs below display the Salon area of your 453 Motor Yacht; ﬁ rst, the Port view and then a complete view looking aft. https://www.boat-manuals.com/...
Page 28 Forward Head The photographs below display the Forward Head, which is located on the Port side of your 453 Motor Yacht, aft of the Forward V -Berth. The Forward Head is accessible from both the Companionway and the Starboard Guest State- room.
Page 29 Starboard Guest Stateroom Aft Master Stateroom The photographs below display the Starboard The photographs below display the Aft Guest Stateroom as viewed upon entry looking Master Stateroom as viewed port side and forward and looking aft. starboard side. https://www.boat-manuals.com/...
Page 30 Companionway Aft Head The photographs below display the Aft Head, The following photographs display the Com- which is accessible from the Aft Stateroom. panionway hallway, which provides access to the Forward V- Berth, Starboard Guest Stateroom, Starboard Guest Stateroom, and the Washer / Dryer.
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Page 32 Battery Switches GENERATOR COMPARTMENT The battery switches are located underneath Your 453 Motor Yacht is equipped with a 13kw the AC/DC Panel in the Companionway. Generator. The photograph below displays the Generator Compartment, which is located in the rear section of the Engine Room.
Page 33: Boating Safety
Minimum Recommended Safety Equipment ________________ • Required life saving equipment, includ-ing Silverton believes your safety aboard your yacht, life vests and throwable devices. whether cruising or moored at your dock, is extremely important. A yacht operated in a safe •...
Page 34: Fire Equipment
Note: United States Coast Guard regulations for described as follows: the number and type of PFD’s are the minimum required. Silverton recommends exceeding the Type I (Wearable): This off-shore PFD has minimum requirements for your safety and the the greatest buoyancy. It is most effective for safety of your passengers.
Page 35 Fire Prevention - NEVER leave the craft unattended when cooking and/or heating appliances are in Fire can not only damage or destroy your new use. yacht, it can also be deadly. However, with a little effort on your part, ﬁ re prevention and ﬁ re - NEVER modify any of your yacht’s systems safety is a very attainable goal.
Page 36 Always use common sense and good judge- No single visual distress signal device is per- ment when operating your yacht at night or fect for all conditions or purposes. Silverton during restricted visibility. recommends carrying various types of devices as described above. Careful selection and the...
Page 37: Navigation Rules Of The Road
Requirements For Recreational Boats”. Be cer- • Navigational charts for your cruising area. tain to check with your local United States Coast Guard station, your Silverton dealer, or a local • Owner’s Manual. marina concerning navigational aids unique to your yachting area.
Page 38: Basic Rules Of Safe Boating
• Basic Rules of Navigation Less maneuverable boats generally have the right-of-way. Always steer clear of the Stand-on Power driven vessels must give the right of vessel (boat having the right-of-way) and pass way to the following: to its stern in a crossing situation. •...
Page 39 hull, engines, safety equipment, and all boating underwater hazards. accessories on a regular basis. • Always ﬁ le a Float Plan with a responsible • Be certain lifesaving and ﬁ re extinguishing person before you depart on your cruise. equipment is on board. This equipment must meet or exceed regulatory standards and it •...
Page 40: Carbon Monoxide Safety
Carbon Monoxide Safety watery and itchy eyes, throbbing temples, ring- ing in the ears, inattentiveness, headache, nau- Your 453 Motor Yacht is powered by diesel sea, dizziness and drowsiness. engines. The levels of Carbon Monoxide gas- Certain health problems, such as lung disorders...
Page 41 standing of the Carbon Monoxide (CO) Detec- tor System Section of this Owner’s Manual. It Protective weather coverings contains valuable information and warnings for are in place, engine or generator exhaust from you and your passengers safety. your yacht, while docked, at anchor, drifting or underway can cause excessive accumulation of The following illustrations show how Carbon Carbon Monoxide Gas (CO) within the cabin...
Page 42: Fuel Safety
EMERGENCY SITUATIONS Engine or generator exhaust from your yacht while underway and operat- Swamped or Capsized Yacht ing with a high bow angle can cause excessive accumulation of Carbon Monoxide Gas (CO) If your yacht becomes swamped or capsizes, within the cabin and cockpit areas of your yacht. immediately put on a PFD and set off a visual Always provide adequate ventilation and redis- distress signal.
Page 43: Hazardous Weather Conditions
• Silverton recommends using a commercial If your yacht has a VHF radio, contact the towing service for your safety and to decrease United States Coast Guard and any other poten- the potential for additional damage to your tial rescue vessel and advise of your situation yacht as a result of removing it from the un- and location.
Page 44 Always remember the following guidelines if are prepared and act quickly. Fire extinguishers required by the United States Coast Guard are you encounter fog conditions: the minimum necessary. Silverton recommends exceeding the minimum requirements by placing • Unless your yacht is well equipped with additional ﬁ...
Page 45 • • If you are able to get to the source of the ﬁ re, Always provide adequate ventilation when aim your ﬁ re extinguisher at the base of the cleaning and painting. ﬂ ames and use a sweeping action to extinguish it.
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Page 47: Air Conditioning/Heating System
Silverton factory according to the speciﬁ c option plan you chose at the time of the purchase of your 453 Motor Yacht. This system has a total capacity of 54,000 BTU’s, and utilizes four (4) self contained air conditioning units. The two forward units are located below the galley.
Page 48 Operation of the Air Conditioning/Heating Press the fan speed button on the System in your 453 Motor Yacht is as fol- “Passport Control” until the desired speed is lows: obtained. Turn ON the respective air conditioner Press the appropriate temperature control...
Page 49: Aft Deck Video System
AFT DECK VIDEO SYSTEM ___________________________ You may have purchased an optional Aft Deck Video System with your 453 Motor Yacht. This system facilitates safe and easy backwards op- eration of your boat. Be sure to visually scan the water while backing. The purpose of this system is to let you see “blind spots”...
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Page 51: Anchor System
Anchor Cleat and its purpose is to secure the variety of bottom surfaces. anchor line after the anchor is set. If your 453 MotorYacht is equipped with an optional Anchor Chain or Line (Rode)
Page 52 Anchor Safety Chain Rope Locker The Anchor Safety Chain on your 453 Motor Your 453 Motor Yacht is equipped with a Rope Yacht secures the anchor in its normal mounted Locker, which is located on the Starboard side position, preventing it from falling in the event...
Page 53 • If your 453 Motor Yacht is equipped with an optional anchor windlass, depress the rocker- type switch marked “Windlass” to retrieve the anchor rode and raise the anchor. If operating the windlass from the foot-depressed switches, depress the GRAY switch to raise the anchor.
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Page 55: Automatic Fire Extinguishing System
Page 162, which illustrates the location of the Halon System indicator light). The purpose of Your 453 Motor Yacht is equipped with a SEA- this indicator light is to alert the operator of the FIRE Model BB-400 Automatic Fire Extin-...
Page 56 If the ﬁ re is successfully extinguished, ex- amine the engine compartment components for damage. DO NOT restart your engines if any damage is noted. Request towing assistance to a safe harbor and contact your Silverton dealer for a thorough inspection and repairs. https://www.boat-manuals.com/...
Page 57: Bilge Pump System
“whirring” sound. If any abnormal sounds are is deﬁ ned as the interior area of the hull below noted, contact your Silverton dealer for further the designed waterline. Your 453 Motor Yacht is inspection and replacement, if necessary. equipped with three (3) Mayfair bilge pumps that...
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Page 59: Bilge Ventilation System
ﬁ re or explosion and pos- sible injury or death. Your 453 Motor Yacht is equipped with two (2) ventilation vents located on each side of the hull directly under the salon window. These vents lead directly into the Engine room.
Page 60 If the fuses are in operable condition and the blower motors do not operate, contact your silverton dealer for further inspec- tion or replacement, if necessary. https://www.boat-manuals.com/...
Page 61: Bonding System
To help prevent corrosion, sacriﬁ cial zinc NOTE: Silverton recommends placing sacriﬁ - anodes are ﬁ tted to the underwater components cial zinc anodes on the following components: of your yacht, such as the propeller shafts and rudders.
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Page 63 SHORE POWER CORD RETRIEVAL SYSTEM (OPTIONAL) ______________________ You may have purchased with your 453 Motor Yacht the optional Cablemaster Shore Power Cord retrieval system. This system is designed to extend and retrieve the shore power cord located on the Starboard Transom on your 453 Motor Yacht.
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Page 65 (15) seconds. Depressing the “Test/Reset” switch will not discontinue the visual and audio YELLOW ﬂ ashing indicator light accompanied signal. See your Silverton dealer for inspection by a “BEEP” sound every ﬁ ve (5) minutes. The and replacement of the unit(s), if necessary.
Page 66: Carbon Monoxide (Co) Detector System
Carbon Monoxide Gas (CO) is lowered to an acceptable level. Your 453 Motor Yacht is equipped with three Each CO monitor is operated by DC electrical (3) SAFE-T-ALERT Carbon Monoxide Gas (CO)
Page 67: Electrical System
This section describes the various components require a switch for operation. of the Electrical System on your 453 MY and also includes a Trouble Shooting Guide for your Battery Charging System convenience.
Page 68 You may have purchased optional electronic accessories, such as a VHF radio, GPS system, If there is no power to the electrical distribution or autohelm system, with your 453 MY. These panel, check the following: units are controlled by the switches marked ACC.
Page 69 12 Volt DC Fresh Water: Supplies power to the fresh water Electrical Distribution Panel pump. The following 12 volt DC breaker switches and Forward Shower Pump: Supplies power to the their purpose are described below in the order forward shower sump pump. in which they appear on the main electrical distribution panel: Aft Shower Pump: Supplies power to the aft...
Page 70 240 Volt AC Converter: Supplies power to the converter, Electrical Distribution Panel which converts DC power to AC power. The AC electrical system is supplied with 240 Refrigerator: Supplies AC power to the refrig- volts of power upon entry to the main electrical erator.
Page 71 Air Pump: Supplies power to the air conditioner Option: These breaker control any options that raw water pump. may draw from the batteries. Vacuum System: Supplies power to the optional Auto Bilge Feed: This breaker, located in the central vacuum cleaner system. middle of the panel, controls the ﬂ...
Page 72 TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE DC ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Problem Cause Solution 12 volt DC equipment not Battery selector switch Check battery selector switches operating turned to OFF. to ensure they are turned ON. Main breaker at DC Switch breaker to ON. Control Center OFF. Weak or dead battery.
Page 73 TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE AC ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Problem Cause Solution No 120 volt power Main breaker(s) in engine Turn breakers ON or reset. compartment tripped or OFF on generator. Breaker(s) at AC Control Turn breakers ON or reset. Center tripped or OFF. Shore power breaker Turn breakers ON or reset.
Page 74 TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE AC ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Problem Cause Solution Continuous tripping of main Cause of problem not Determine cause and correct determined. problem before resetting breaker. See your dealer if problem persists. No power at AC outlets Outlet breakers in AC Switch breakers to ON.
Page 75: Fresh Water System
(See Me- to the Galley, Heads, and Transom Exterior chanical Layout on Page 161, which illustrates Shower on demand and as needed. Your 453 the location of the water heater and the fresh wa- Motor Yacht has two (2) separate systems ter pump).
Page 76 DO NOT use water that may be of questionable and the various faucets located in the Galley quality as serious illness or death may occur. and Head areas of your 453 Motor Yacht. They are constructed of polybutylene plastic material and are 1/2 inch inside diameter. The COLD When you are connecting your system to a WATER lines have pale blue manufacturer’s...
Page 77: Fuel System
You can generator (if so equipped) upon demand and as toggle between the two tanks by using the Fuel needed. The fuel system on your 453 Motor Yacht is comprised of the following compo- Gauge Selector Switch. (See Console Layout...
Page 78 ﬁ ttings). The fuel ﬁ ll ﬁ ttings are connected to the fuel tanks with the fuel ﬁ ll hoses. The fuel tanks and fuel ﬁ lls on your 453 Motor Yacht are electrically grounded (or bonded) to Each fuel tank has a hull vent ﬁ tting. These the ground buss of the bonding system.
Page 79 Fuel Supply Valves (See photograph on Page 77, which illustrates the Generator Fuel Selector Valve). All fuel Your 453 Motor Yacht is powered by Diesel supply and return hoses are USCG TYPE A1 engines and is equipped with a shut off valve, and are pre-manufactured with swedged ﬂ...
Page 80 (See Generator Fuel Selector Valve Diagram below, which illustrates the positions of the valve). An authorized Silverton Service Technician should replace all fuel ﬁ lters annually prior to spring launch. They may need more frequent replacement if you notice poor engine/generator performance due to contaminated fuel.
Page 81 The fuel gauge on your 453 Motor Yacht If possible, fuel your yacht only during is located at the helm station on the port side of the hours of daylight.
Page 82 Remove the fuel ﬁ ll cap and insert the sign of leakage and if noted, have an authorized fuel hose nozzle into the ﬁ ll pipe. Silverton Service Technician inspect and repair the leak. Always maintain contact between the fuel hose nozzle and the fuel ﬁ ll pipe to avoid the Turn battery switch ON and operate the possibility of static electricity build-up.
Page 83 Notify the dockmaster and have an au- thorized Silverton Service Technician inspect the entire fuel system and repair the leak before proceeding. Leaking fuel is a ﬁ re and ex- plosion hazard;...
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Page 85 If no signs of fuel are present, board your guests and crew. Run exhaust blowers for ﬁ ve minutes before starting the engines or generator. Always be aware of the hazards associated with fuel and practice good common sense. “HAPPY SAFE BOATING” SILVERTON from the Team https://www.boat-manuals.com/...
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Page 87: Generator System
SYSTEM ________________ Turn ON the Generator System battery switch, located on the forward bulkhead of the Your 453 Motor Yacht, has a Generator Sys- engine room. tem, manufactured by Kohler Company and factory installed at the Silverton plant. It has Check sea strainer for debris, and re- 13.5 kilowatt rating and operates on diesel fuel.
Page 88 REFER TO THE KOHLER COMPANY Diesel fuel vapors in the bilge GENERATOR MANUAL INCLUDED can cause explosion and fire aboard your WITH YOUR OWNER’S PACKET FOR yacht. ADDITIONAL TECHNICAL INFORMA- TION CONCERNING THE OPERATION Start the generator (Refer to “Starting AND MAINTENANCE OF YOUR GEN- Instructions”...
Page 89: Hot Water System
(ap- maintain a full tank at all times. The water heater proximately 1/2 hour). in your 453 Motor Yacht is a “high recovery” model, meaning the cold water entering the tank General maintenance of the Hot Water System...
Page 90 Flush out the water heater tank at least once a year, if not used regularly. Refer to the Winterization and Stor- age Section of this Owner’s Manual on proper preparation for seasonal storage of the water heater. https://www.boat-manuals.com/...
Page 91: Hydraulic Steering System
________________ steering wheel angle for maximum personal comfort. The steering head contains a vented The steering system in your 453 Motor Yacht ﬁ ll cap on single station models and on the is manufactured by Sea Star, a subsidiary of upper helm station ONLY on lower station Teleﬂ...
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Page 93: Hydraulic Telescoping Swim Platform (Opt)
“conventional style”. The platform may be operated to the down position only while your 453 Motor Yacht is at a full stop. Do not operate this system while the boat is in motion as it will create tremendous stress on the components potentially damaging the system permanently.
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Page 95: Icemaker Unit (Optional)
(OPTIONAL) ________________ You may have chosen as an option when you purchased your 453 Motor Yacht, an Icemaker Unit, manufactured by U-Line Corporation and factory installed at the Silverton plant. The purpose of this system is to provide you with a continuous supply of fresh ice upon demand and as needed.
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Page 97: Lpg System (Optional)
Close You may have purchased as an option with all appliance valves. Open then close cylinder your 453 Motor Yacht, an optional LPG Cook- supply valve. Observe pressure gauge at the ing System. This system is manufactured by regulating device and see that it remains con- Seaward Products.
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Page 99: Marine Sanitation System
Toilet waste, both liquid and solid, is re- moved by the vacuum energy and water combi- Your 453 Motor Yacht is equipped with one nation to a Waste Tank having a capacity of sixty of the following Marine Sanitation Systems,...
Page 100 activates both the rinse water supply and the macerator discharge pump simultaneously. In addition to the push button switch, a separate rocker-type switch may be used to control the rinse water supply, independent of the macerator. This feature allows conservation of your fresh water supply as well as the ability to raise the water level, if needed, for proper evacuation of the toilet bowl under all conditions.
Page 101 water control solenoid valve. The water control REFER TO THE WINTERIZATION AND solenoid valve of each toilet is controlled by an STORAGE SECTION OF THIS OWNER’S electrical breaker switch, located on the AC/DC MANUAL FOR THE PROPER PREPARA- Electrical Panel (See AC/DC Electrical Panel TION PROCEDURE FOR EXTENDED STOR- Layout on Page 163, which illustrates the loca- AGE IN COLD CLIMATES.
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Page 103: Oil X-Change-Rsystem (Optional)
________________ MAINTENANCE OF THIS SYSTEM. You may have chosen as an option when you purchased your 453 Motor Yacht, an OIL X- CHANGE-R System, manufactured by Ray Zager & Company and factory installed at the Silverton plant. The purpose of the OIL X- CHANGE-R System is to automatically drain, ﬁ...
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Page 105: Pilothouse Doorway Chair (Optional)
CHAIR ________________ To gain Interior / Exterior access to the galley on your 453 Motor Yacht you may need to go through the Starboard pilothouse door. To do so, the Pilothouse Doorway Chair needs to be moved under the dinette table. Simply fold the backrest down and roll the chair under the table.
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Page 107: Portable Fire Extinguisher System
“Fires involving electrical equipment where the electrical conductivity of the extinguishing media is the ﬁ rst consideration.” Your 453 Motor Yacht is equipped with two (2) Class B/C portable, hand held ﬁ re extinguishers. Class B/C ﬁ re extinguishers will effectively ﬁ ght...
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Page 109: Propulsion System
________________ ment. Use your sense of smell to detect the presense of fuel fumes. Propulsion of your 453 Motor Yacht is accom- plished by two inboard engines, located within Check the bilge water level. If it appears the engine compartment. The engines are fu- above normal, turn ON the bilge pump(s) and eled by diesel fuel.
Page 110 Slowly and carefully move the transmission shift control lever up and down until the starter motor operates. See your Silverton dealer or a compe- tent technician as soon as possible to obtain the proper adjustment for the neutral safety switch.
Page 111 Diesel engines should have between 35 and 70 served, attempt to locate the source and contact psi. If the oil pressure is lower than the normal your Silverton dealer for inspection and repair, operating range, turn OFF the respective engine if necessary.
Page 112 Bow Thruster You may have chosen as an option when you pur- chased your 453 Motor Yacht, a Bow Thruster System. This system is located in the forward portion of the hull below the water line. It can be accessed through a hatch in the Compan- ionway.
Page 113 OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE OF THE ________________ REMOTE CONTROLLED SPOTLIGHT. You may have chosen as an option when you purchased your 453 Motor Yacht, a Remote Controlled Spotlight, manufactured by ITT Jabsco and factory installed at the Silverton plant. The spotlight unit is permanently mounted on the foredeck at the pulpit and operates on the DC electrical system.
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Page 115: Shift/Throttle Control System
________________ MORSE SHIFT/THROTTLE CONTROL SYSTEM. You may have chosen as an option when you purchased your 453 Motor Yacht, an elec- tronically controlled Shift/Throttle Control System, manufactured by Morse Controls, Inc. and factory installed at the Silverton plant. The purpose of this system is to provide the operator with smooth, positive shift and throttle opera- tion requiring minimal manual effort.
Page 116 Morse Control System Operation: 1. Shifting the hand lever from the neutral position to the forward detent causes the shift actuator to operate in the forward direction. Shifting the lever further in the forward direc- tion causes the throttle actuator to accelerate. 2.
Page 117: Shower Sump Pump System
SHOWER SUMP PUMP NOTE: When operating the aft air conditioner on your 453 Motor Yacht , the aft sump pump SYSTEM breaker switch must be turned ON. Condensa- ________________ tion from the air conditioner drains into the Shower Sump Pump System and this water is Your 453 Motor Yacht is equipped with two pumped overboard by the sump pumps.
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Page 119: Trash Compactor (Optional)
(OPTIONAL) __________________ You may have purchased as an option with your 453 Motor Yacht the Trash Compactor system manufactured by General Electric. This unit op- erates on 110V AC power. The Trash Compactor is located next to the pilothouse door on the Star- board side of the galley.
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Page 121: Trim Tab System
The purpose of the Trim Tab System on your controls the Trim Tab System). Each trim tab 453 Motor Yacht is to assist in reaching plan- operates independently of each other and they ing speed as soon as possible and to maintain a are controlled by separate rocker-type switches, proper “running attitude”...
Page 122 (See Mechanical Layout on Page 161, which illustrates the location of the trim tab pump). Tighten connections if leaks are noted. If the hydraulic lines appear worn or chafed, contact your Silverton dealer for inspection and replacement, if necessary. https://www.boat-manuals.com/...
Page 123: Washer/Dryer (Optional)
(OPTIONAL) ____________________ You may have purchased as an option with your 453 Motor Yacht the optional Combo - Matic 2000 Washer / Dryer system. This system is located aft of the Forward V- Berth in the Companionway. It operates on 110V AC electrical power and receives its washing water through the Fresh Water Supply System.
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Page 125: Seakey
Switch is about 5” higher than the normal op- erating bilge switches that are installed on your yacht by Silverton. Please also be advised that the switch is only in the mid compartment. The Control Panel has many functions. Refer to Other compartments could ﬂ...
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Page 127: Cleaning And Maintenance
CLEANING Wood There are many wood surfaces in your 453 Mo- MAINTENANCE tor Yacht, such as galley cabinets, entertainment ________________ cabinets, and trim. Care and cleaning of the wood surfaces is identical to the maintenance A periodic cleaning and maintenance schedule of the wood surfaces in your home.
Page 128 Carpeting Corian The carpet in your 453 Motor Yacht is a high The galley and head counter tops and head sinks quality nylon pile. Normal cleaning and main- are manufactured of Corian, which is a superior tenance is accomplished by vacuuming on a quality, tough, scratch-resistant material.
Page 129: Exterior
Dry with a soft cloth to The exterior surfaces of your 453 Motor Yacht remove any water stains. If discoloration or salt consist primarily of ﬁ berglass, stainless steel,...
Page 130: Canvas Enclosure (Optional)
The venturi windshield, which is located on the allow to air dry. bridge of your 453 Motor Yacht, and the salon entrance door, are manufactured of a tough acrylic plastic. Clean these surfaces with a mild...
Page 131 Vinyl Windows Stainless Steel Tubular Frame The vinyl windows in your enclosure should be The upper portion of your canvas enclosure is cleaned on a frequent basis to extend their life supported by a tubular stainless steel frame. The and maintain clarity. Rinse off any loose dirt frame is secured by stainless steel pins placed with fresh water and wash with a mild soap and in brackets that are permanently mounted on...
Page 132: Winterization And Storage
Thoroughly clean the remainder of the in this section will help extend the life of your hull and the deck. Silverton recommends a coat yacht and its equipment and simpliﬁ es re-com- of wax be applied to the hull above the waterline missioning in the spring.
Page 133 Prepare the generator and air condition- Turn OFF the fresh water pump and re- ers (if so equipped) for storage. Refer to the connect the inlet hose to the fresh water tank. generator manual and the air conditioner manual, included with your owner’s packet, for the Pour non-toxic anti-freeze into all sink proper winterization and storage procedures.
Page 134 IMPORTANT: DO NOT store batteries on a Remove the drain plug from the macera- concrete surface, such as a garage ﬂ oor, as they tor seacock while the valve is closed and allow will tend to discharge. the line to drain. Replace the drain plug. Keep batteries fully charged during Thoroughly clean the toilet and leave the storage.
Page 135 NOTE: Silverton recommends an optional stor- age cradle with the purchase of your yacht. The Use wide, ﬂ at, lifting slings made of cradle is factory made to conform to the bottom...
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Page 137: Operating Your Yacht
Silverton yacht without unnecessary distractions. The ﬁ rst cruise on your new Silverton yacht should be a time for you to become acquainted Engine Startup Preparation with the vessel. Before you depart on your ﬁ rst cruise, you should be able to answer YES to the Prior to your initial or ﬁ...
Page 138 If a leak is detected, have it repaired as Check coolant. If coolant is low, refer soon as possible by a competent technician. to the Engine Manual for proper ﬁ lling instruc- tions. If you detect any fuel fumes, open all hatches, doors, and windows to ventilate your Remove raw water strainer cap and yacht.
Page 139: Engine Startup
Engine Startup engine using the “Parallel Start” switch, which draws power from both batteries. Release the IMPORTANT: Always be very careful when parallel start switch immediately after the engine starting your engines. Use common sense and starts. good judgement. Turn OFF the engine(s) im- mediately if you observe any unsafe operating DO NOT continue to depress condition.
Page 140: Shakedown Cruise
Shakedown Cruise Silverton recommends a shakedown cruise af- After completing your shakedown cruise, re- ter the initial or seasonal startup. This will test check all ﬂ uid levels. Check all drive belts for the proper tension.
Page 141: Daily Engine Shutdown
Daily Engine Shutdown After you have completed your cruise and secured your yacht to the dock, shut down the engines in the following manner: Reduce engine speed to idle. Place transmission controls in neutral. Allow engines to operate at idle speed for several minutes.
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Page 143 FIFTEEN WAYS Load your yacht correctly. DO NOT put all of the heavy gear, such as anchors, chain, TO REDUCE canned goods, and spare parts exclusively in FUEL CONSUMPTION either the bow or stern. Heavy items should be ________________ placed amidships where they will not affect the trim and plane of the yacht.
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Page 145: Glossary
GLOSSARY BOW LINE: A docking line leading from the yacht’s bow. ________________ BULKHEADS: The interior walls of the ABAFT: Toward the rear of the yacht. yacht. ABEAM: At right angles to the yacht’s keel. CAST OFF: Let go. ABOARD: On the yacht. CHINE: The point where the bottom and side of the hull meet.
Page 146 DRAFT: (1) The depth of a yacht from the actual GLAND: The moveable part of the stufﬁ ng box waterline to the bottom of the lowest part, such which compresses the packing when tightened as the propeller tip or rudder. (2) The depth of (also referred to as the “packing gland”).
Page 147 KEEL: The centerline of a yacht running fore PITCH: (1) The vertical motion of a yacht in and aft at the lowest point of the hull. a seaway about the athwartship axis. (2) The axial advance in inches of a propeller during KNOT: (1) A Maritime unit of speed equal to one complete revolution.
Page 148 SEACOCK: A positive action shut-off valve An intermediate strut is smaller than the main connected directly to the hull seawater intake strut and is mounted between the main strut and valve. the shaft log. SHAFT: The long round member that connects SUMP: A pit or well into which water is the transmission to the propeller.
Page 149: Warning Labels
WARNING LABELS ________________ THE FOLLOWING WARNING LABELS APPEAR AT VARIOUS LOCATIONS ON YOUR 453 MY AND ARE SELF-EXPLANATORY. BE CERTAIN TO FAMILIARIZE YOURSELF AND YOUR PASSENGERS WITH THESE WARNING LABELS AND THEIR CONTENTS. https://www.boat-manuals.com/...
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Page 151: Identification Labels
IDENTIFICATION LABELS ________________ THE FOLLOWING LABELS IDENTIFY THE LOCATION OR OPERATING PROCEDURE OF CERTAIN ITEMS ON YOUR 453 MY THAT ARE DESIGNED TO ASSIST YOU AND INCREASE YOUR YACHTING PLEASURE. https://www.boat-manuals.com/...
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Page 153: Float Plan
FLOAT PLAN Name of Operator______________________________ Telephone Number (___) ______________ Address__________________________________________________________________________ Description of Boat: ________________________________________________________________ Name_________________________ Make________________________Model__________________ Length____________________Hull Color____________________Deck Color___________________ Distinguishing Features________________________________________________________________ Registration No.____________________________ Home Port________________________________ Name, Address, Telephone Number, and Age of Persons Aboard: ________________________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________________________ Safety Equipment: ___ PFD’s ___ Flares ___ Mirror...
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Page 155: Boat Record
BOAT RECORD The Boat Record is provided to record information about the yacht and its components. This record should be ﬁ lled out by the selling Dealer at the time of delivery. Owner’s Name_____________________________________________________ Phone (____)_________________ Address_______________________________________________________________________________________ Dealer___________________________________________________________ Phone (____)_________________ Address________________________________________________________________________________________ Boat Name__________________________________________Hull Number* US STNE_______________________ Delivery Date_____/_____/_____ Registration Number_________________________________________________...
Page 156 Note: The following is provided for your use in recording electronic equipment which you may add to your yacht. All equipment should be recorded so that the information is available in case of repair or for any insurance claim. Electronic Equipment Item:_____________________________________________________________________________________________ Manufacturer____________________Model no._________________________Serial no._________________________ Item:_____________________________________________________________________________________________...
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MAINTENANCE LOG DATE MAINTENANCE PERFORMED HOURMETER ____________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________ https://www.boat-manuals.com/...
Page 158 MAINTENANCE LOG DATE MAINTENANCE PERFORMED HOURMETER ____________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________ https://www.boat-manuals.com/...
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Page 167 ROPE LOCKER HATCH WINLASS FOOT CONTROLS DECK DRAIN DECK CLEAT AIR HORNS WASTE TANK PUMPOUT FLYBRIDGE TABLE STORAGE WET BAR SINK WET BAR ICEBOX FUEL TANK FILL SHORE POWER CONNECTON MASTER STATEROOM HATCH FORWARD V - BERTH HATCH FRESH WATER FILL NAVIGATION LIGHT SWIM...
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Silverton 453 Owner's Manual

Introduction

Getting Familiar

Boating Safety

Systems Operation

Cleaning and Maintenance

Operating Your Yacht

Glossary

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