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- Page 1 555 Pilothouse Owner’s Manual...
- Page 3 Welcome Congratulations on becoming a new owner of a Quicksilver® boat. This Owner’s Packet will provide important information about the features of your boat and should be, at all times, kept aboard your boat. Take time to carefully review the information in this packet to really get to know your boat.
- Page 4 Information in this publication is based upon the latest production specifications available at printing. Quicksilver® reserves the right to make changes at any time, without notice, in the colors, equipment, specifications, materials and prices of all models, or to discontinue models. Should changes in production models be made, Quicksilver®...
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Page 5: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents Introduction 5. Fire Prevention ........... 20 1. Owner’s Manual .......... vi 6. Carbon Monoxide Monitor ......21 2. Your Responsibilities ........vi 7. Steering ............23 3. Safety / Warning Labels ....... vi 8. Engine Controls .......... 25 4. -
Page 6: Introduction
Introduction 1. Owner’s Manual The material here and the rest of the Owner’s manual packet: Gives you basic safety information Describes the fundamentals of boat use Describes the features of your boat Describes the equipment on your boat ... -
Page 7: Dealer Responsibilities
The CIN consists of a two digit country code indicating the country of origin of the manufacturer and a unique twelve digit code that provides Quicksilver® vital information about your boat. The CIN must be included in all correspondence related to the vessel. - Page 8 This Limited Warranty does not apply to any Quicksilver® which has been salvaged or declared a total loss or a constructive total loss for any reasons not covered in this Limited Warranty. This Limited Warranty also does not apply to the following items: 1.
- Page 9 Limited Warranties stated. To the extent allowed by law neither Brunswick Marine in EMEA, not the selling dealer shall have any responsibility of the loss of use of the Quicksilver®, loss of time, inconvenience, commercial loss or consequential damages.
- Page 10 Limited Warranty, and the owner must notify Brunswick Marine in EMEA of any Quicksilver® being repaired by an authorized Brunswick Marine in EMEA dealer which has been at the dealership for fifteen (15) days, or of any claimed defect which was not corrected after one (1) repair attempt.
- Page 11 Limited Warranties stated. To the extent allowed by law neither Brunswick Marine in EMEA, not the selling dealer shall have any responsibility of the loss of use of the Quicksilver®, loss of...
- Page 12 Limited Warranty, and the owner must notify Brunswick Marine in EMEA of any Quicksilver® being repaired by an authorized Brunswick Marine in EMEA dealer which has been at the dealership for fifteen (15) days, or of any claimed defect which was not corrected after one (1) repair attempt.
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Page 13: Basic Boat Dimensions & Specifications
Quicksilver 555PH — General Information 1. Basic Boat Dimensions & Specifications Manufacturer: Brunswick Marine in EMEA Model: Quicksilver Captur 555PH Design Category: Draft Max (T 0.83m Length of Hull (L 5.1m Overall Height (H 2.58m Length Overall (L 5.31m Light Craft Mass (m... -
Page 14: Vessel Stability
Quicksilver 555PH — General Information 2. Vessel Stability The following maximum load has been used for assessing the stability and buoyancy comprising Manufacturer’s maximum recommended load per ISO 14946 500kg Fuel, fresh water, other fluids to maximum capacity of fixed tanks... -
Page 15: Passenger Locations
Quicksilver 555PH — General Information 4. Passenger Locations Be aware of your footing while the boat is underway. Gelcoat surfaces are slippery when wet. Use extreme Slipping or falling could result in serious injury or death, caution when walking on wet surfaces. -
Page 16: Safety Label Locations
Quicksilver 555PH — General Information 6. Safety Label Locations—Cockpit... - Page 17 Quicksilver 555PH — General Information Safety Label Locations—Helm, Transom, & Interior...
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Page 18: Deck Layout (Standard Equipment)
Quicksilver 555PH — General Information 7. Deck Layout (standard equipment) Anchor roller Bow center cleat Bow cleat (P&S) Bow rail (P&S) Hardtop Navigation lights (P&S) Hardtop rail (P&S) Sliding window (P&S) Forward cockpit floor hatch Coaming cap (P&S) Aft cockpit floor hatch Rod holder (P&S) -
Page 19: Deck Layout (Optional Equipment)
Quicksilver 555PH — General Information 8. Deck Layout (optional equipment) Secure eye Bow cushion Roof hatch Fish box Rod holder (P&S) Cockpit table Livewell Starboard windshield wiper Exterior helm Raw water washdown Kicker motor bracket Starboard bench seat backrest Starboard bench seat cushion... -
Page 20: Cabin / Interior Layout
Quicksilver 555PH — General Information 9. Cabin / Interior Liner Layout Cup holder Center jump seat (optional) Bilge access Dash storage Port jump seat Port bow mattress Sliding window Center bow mattress Helm bucket seat Hand rail Starboard aft storage... -
Page 21: Curtains (Optional)
Quicksilver 555PH — General Information 10. Curtains (optional) Aft cabin curtain Starboard cabin curtain Forward cabin curtain Sliding roof curtain Port cabin curtain 11. Hardtop Layout Starboard windshield wiper (optional) Forward access panel Roof hatch (optional) LED Overhead light with switch... -
Page 22: Cockpit Storage
Quicksilver 555PH — General Information 12. Cockpit Storage Anchor locker Livewell (optional) Forward cockpit storage Fish box (optional) Aft cockpit storage Do not store any equipment containing petrol (outboard engines, portable petrol tanks, etc.) in any interior storage areas or under the cockpit port seat. These compartments were not designed to store petrol and do not have adequate ventilation. -
Page 23: Thru Hull Locations
Quicksilver 555PH — General Information 13. Thru Hull Locations Garboard drain plug Aft bilge pump drain Fish box drain (if equipped) Motorwell drain Forward cockpit hatch drain Livewell drain (if equipped) Starboard aft cockpit drain Forward bilge pump drain Port aft cockpit drain (if equipped) -
Page 24: Dash Layout
Quicksilver 555PH — General Information 14. Dash Layout (standard equipment) 12V outlet Trim gauge Speedometer Tachometer Fuel gauge Helm switch panel Engine throttle shift control Shut down switch/ lanyard Engine key Steering wheel Helm steering Dash Layout (optional equipment) USB receptacle... -
Page 25: Navigation Lights
Quicksilver 555PH — General Information Switch Panel Horn Navigation/anchor light Blank Aft bilge pump Forward bilge pump Starboard wiper (if equipped) 15. Navigation Lights Your boat comes equipped with navigation lighting for use at night or in low visibility conditions. Prior to running at night, make sure that the all around light located on the hardtop is in the upright position. -
Page 26: Engines
Reduce speed and wake as a courtesy to others. Observe & obey speed limits and no wake zones. 17. Trailering Quicksilver® does not offer a trailer for this boat, however, if you plan on purchasing one from another vendor, please consider the following: ... -
Page 27: Strong Points
The bow and stern eyes may be used for short term lifting of the boat only. Towing Quicksilver® does not recommend towing other boats, or being towed by other boats, unless it is absolutely necessary. In the event that it becomes necessary for you to have your boat towed, a professional company experienced in this type of operation is better equipped to handle this situation. -
Page 28: Fuel System
Quicksilver 555PH — System & Component Overview and Operation 1. Fuel System Your boat’s petrol fuel system consists of a fuel tank, a fuel tank fill and vent fitting, an anti-siphon valve, a sending unit, and an engine fuel supply line. In addition, there is one extra fuel port for optional pickup, if needed. - Page 29 Your boat was manufactured, and shipped from the factory with ethanol compatible materials. Before introducing petrol with ethanol into your fuel tank, ask your dealer if any components have been added or replaced that are not recommended by Quicksilver, Mercury or may not be ethanol- compatible.
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Page 30: Bilge Pumps
Quicksilver 555PH — System & Component Overview and Operation Storage Long periods of storage and/or non-use, common to boats, create unique problems. When preparing to store a boat for extended periods, of two months or more, it is best to completely remove all fuel from the tank. -
Page 31: Livewell/Raw Water Washdown (Optional)
Quicksilver 555PH — System & Component Overview and Operation The bilge pumping system is not designed for damage Check the function of all bilge pumps at regular intervals. control. Clear pump inlet from debris. 3. Livewell / Raw Water Washdown (optional) An optional livewell and raw water washdown system is available for this boat. -
Page 32: Fish Box (Optional)
Quicksilver 555PH — System & Component Overview and Operation Raw Water Washdown Operation Before operating the system, make sure that the livewell / raw water pickup valve is in the open position. To operate, press the switch marked “RAW WATER WASHDOWN” on the switch panel located on the aft port side of the boat under the gunnel cap. -
Page 33: Carbon Monoxide Monitor
Fire port 6. Carbon Monoxide Monitor Quicksilver® boats are equipped with carbon monoxide (CO) monitors in the cabin and enclosed berths or staterooms. Carbon Monoxide is an odorless, colorless, and tasteless, extremely toxic gas produced by engines, heaters, stoves or generators. When inhaled it combines with hemoglobin in the blood, preventing absorption of oxygen and is unlikely to be noticed until the person is overcome. - Page 34 Quicksilver 555PH — System & Component Overview and Operation portlights, or canvas openings to let fresh air circulate. Never operate the boat with the canvas enclosure unless there is ventilation throughout the boat (i.e. forward and aft canvas panels are removed to allow air flow through the boat).
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Page 35: Steering
Quicksilver 555PH — System & Component Overview and Operation unit has reached the end of its service life and must be replaced. The signal is activated from a timer that will run for 4 years, 11 months from the date of manufacture. Depending on your monitor, the EOL signal indicator varies, so check the unit's operation manual for further information and instructions. - Page 36 Quicksilver 555PH — System & Component Overview and Operation If adjustment is necessary: 1. Loosen the bolt on the trim tab. 2. If the boat turns easier to the right, move the trailing edge of the trim tab to the right. If the boat turns easier to the left, move the trailing edge of the trim tab to the left.
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Page 37: Engine Controls
Quicksilver 555PH — System & Component Overview and Operation instructions. The fill point is located on the helm itself, in front of the steering wheel. Hydraulic Steering Steering wheel Helm pump Hydraulic fluid fill Steering hose Steering cylinder 8. Engine Controls Your boat comes with a mechanical gear shift/throttle control unit, located to the starboard of the steering wheel, which activates both the shifting and throttle for the engine. -
Page 38: Smartcraft® Gauges
Quicksilver 555PH — System & Component Overview and Operation Engine Control Engine trim “Throttle Only” button Shut down switch Wear the lanyard at all times when operating the boat. Use it to stop the engine only in an emergency. DO NOT use it to shut off the engine during normal operation 10. - Page 39 Quicksilver 555PH — System & Component Overview and Operation Exterior Helm Main helm Exterior helm Cabin engine control Helm selector switch Exterior helm engine control Gear & throttle mechanism Dual Helm Hydraulic Steering Steering wheel Main helm pump Hydraulic fluid lines...
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Page 40: Stereo (Optional)
Quicksilver 555PH — System & Component Overview and Operation Vision from the exterior helm station is limited. Maintain a DO NOT TURN THE STEERING WHEEL AT THE HELM THAT lookout as required. Do not operate at planing speeds from DOES NOT HAVE FULL CONTROL OF THE BOAT. -
Page 41: Exterior Seating
Quicksilver 555PH — System & Component Overview and Operation Starboard bucket seat Interior Seating Configurations Port fixed seat Port bucket seat Center jump seat Optional Configuration Standard Configuration Center Jump Seat Installation Center jump seat base Center jump seat cushion... -
Page 42: Cockpit Table (Optional)
Quicksilver 555PH — System & Component Overview and Operation Cockpit Jump Seat Installation Port seat base Port seat base cushion Starboard seat base Starboard seat base cushion Port seat backrest Starboard seat backrest 16. Cockpit Table (optional) On your boat, a cockpit table is available for entertaining. The table and table leg are removable and can be stored inside the forward cabin storage. -
Page 43: Canvas (Optional)
Quicksilver 555PH — System & Component Overview and Operation edge through the sun awning track installed on the hardtop. Next connect the canvas to the sun awning rail using the zippers on the edge of the canvas Finally, connect the straps to the eyelets on the deck. - Page 44 Quicksilver 555PH — System & Component Overview and Operation Canvas Bimini Starboard enclosure panel Port enclosure panel Aft enclosure panel Bimini Deployed Full Enclosure...
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Page 45: Dc Electrical
Quicksilver 555PH— Electrical Systems 1. DC Electrical System The DC electrical system is powered by a battery, and is kept charged by the engine driven alternator. 2. Battery Refer to your engine owner’s manual for exact battery requirements. To remove the battery cables: 1. -
Page 46: Fuses And Breakers
Quicksilver 555PH — Electrical Systems 5. Fuses and Breakers Your boat will either have fuses or breakers protecting the DC electrical system. If you have to replace a fuse or electrical breaker, replace only with a fuse or breaker of the same rating. The amperage will be marked on the fuse or breaker, and it is recommended that you carry spare fuses or breakers. -
Page 47: Electrical Schematics
These electrical schematics were generated by the Electrical Engineering Department for technical reference and service technicians. Quicksilver® does not recommend that you attempt to work on the boat’s electrical system yourself. Instead, we recommend that you take your boat to your local authorized Quicksilver®... - Page 48 Quicksilver 555PH — Electrical Systems DC Wiring Schematic...
- Page 49 Quicksilver 555PH— Electrical Systems Fish Pack Schematic (If equipped)
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Page 50: Maintenance
If the growth is more severe, you may need to enlist the services of a professional hull cleaning company. Check with your Quicksilver® dealer for recommendations on a compatible rubbing compound for your boat or a professional hull cleaning company in your area. -
Page 51: Component Maintenance
Frequent routine cleaning of your stainless steel will help maintain the finish. Quicksilver® recommends that you wash stainless steel components with mild soap and cold or lukewarm water after every use of the boat. If added protection is necessary, apply a cleaning wax. - Page 52 Do not store any of the canvas pieces while wet. The effects of ultraviolet light can sometimes be reduced by chemical treatment of canvas items. Consult your Quicksilver® dealer or check your canvas manufacturer’s manual before using any chemical treatments on your canvas.
- Page 53 Quicksilver 555PH — Maintenance Dry the window with a soft cloth or chamois to prevent water spots. Polish with a separate cloth. Don’t leave cleaners on for long periods; immediately wash the window. Finally, don’t apply cleaners in direct sunlight or at elevated temperatures.
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