The Sea Ray 260 Sundancer does not require trim tab position indicators for the 2005–2008 models, as they are considered unnecessary. Instead, automatic retractors are recommended to avoid issues when tabs are left deployed after stopping. The proper procedure includes setting both trim tabs fully up for starting and when coming off plane, and not using trim tabs during initial acceleration to plane.

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Summary of Contents for Sea Ray 260 Sundancer

Page 1 Sea Ray Owner’s Manual ® 260 Sundancer Owner’s Manual Part Number: MRP 1803597...
Page 3 Sea Ray, gives you important information on engine control and steering system. Throughout the all the features of your Sea Ray. For years of trouble- Owner’s Manual you will be referred to information free boating take the time to carefully review the provided by manufacturers of specific systems.
Page 4 THIS PAGE LEFT INTENTIONALLY BLANK 260 Sundancer ® (275 Sundancer ®...
Page 5: Your Responsibilities
Many states require additional registration when an out-of-state boat is used within their boundaries. Contact state boating authorities or any marine dealer for registration requirements. 260 Sundancer ® (275 Sundancer ®...
Page 6: Dealer Responsibilities
Owner’s Manual Packet. Locate and read the individual warranties; then put them together for easy future reference. The Sea HULL IDENTIFICATION warranty is on the warranty information card ® NUMBER in your packet. 260 Sundancer ® (275 Sundancer ®...
Page 7: Service, Parts And Repair For Your Boat
When your boat needs service, parts or repair, take Boat Safety Act of 1971. The Act is promulgated by it to an authorized Sea Ray® dealer. To find a dealer the United States Coast Guard who has authority in your area call: to enforce these laws on boat manufacturers that sell products in the United States.
Page 8: About Your Limited Warranty
Thank you for your decision to buy a Sea Ray. The Sea Ray Limited Warranty is subject to change at any time at Sea Ray’s discretion. The information contained herein is general information about the Limited Warranty for the owner’s general knowledge, but does not alter or amend the terms of the Limited Warranty.
Page 9: Table Of Contents
21. Environmental Considerations ......1.16 A. Fuel and Oil Spillage ........1.16 B. Waste Disposal ........... 1.16 C. Excessive Noise ......... 1.16 D. Wake / Wash ..........1.16 22. Warning Label Locations ......... 1.17 260 Sundancer ® (275 Sundancer ®...
Page 10 6. 12 Volt Accessory Receptacle .......6.8 A. Television Signal Selector & Antenna Tuner 7. Lighting ..............6.8 (Optional) .............7.13 8. AC System ............6.12 B. Cable Television Connection (Optional) ..7.13 C. 12 Volt Stereo ..........7.14 viii 260 Sundancer ® (275 Sundancer ®...
Page 11 B. Preparing to Depart and after Launching ... 8.10 C. While Underway .......... 8.11 D. Returning to Port ......... 8.11 E. Securing the Boat ........8.12 F. If the Engine Does Not Start ......8.12 G. Operating the Generator ......8.13 260 Sundancer ® (275 Sundancer ®...
Page 12 Boats, Inc. ® 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, Sea Ray is not ®...
Page 13: Section 1 • Safety
• Being aware of your passengers’ safety at all Replacement safety labels can be obtained by times; and calling your dealer or Sea Ray at 1-800- SRBOATS (International 1-314-216-3333) for • Reducing speed when there is limited visibility, information on how to contact the manufacturing rough water, nearby people in the water, boats, facility for your boat.
Page 14: Legally Mandated Minimum Required Equipment .1.2
Other: Your Sea Ray is equipped with the required navigation lights, engine exhaust and ventilation systems. 260 Sundancer (275 Sundancer ®...
Page 15: Lifesaving Equipment
Do not use such devices where there The law requires that PFD’s must be readily accessible, if not worn. “Readily accessible” means is no noticeable air movement, especially in the cabin, when anchored, moored or docked. 260 Sundancer (275 Sundancer ® ®...
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Page 17: Additional Recommended Equipment For Safe Operation
Anchors, chain and line (The anchors must be Death or serious injury can result from improper boat properly sized for your boat. Ask your dealer or operation. marine supply store for recommendations). • Mooring lines • Fenders • Boat hook 260 Sundancer (275 Sundancer ® ®...
Page 18: Load Capacity
• Above idle speed, all passengers must be seated on the seats provided. 260 SUNDANCER WARNING When engine is running, keep passengers away from areas not designed for riding, such as seat backs, bow, gunwales, transom platform, swim platform,...
Page 19: Propellers
10. P 12. M ROPELLERS AINTAIN ONTROL Your Sea Ray has been equipped with a propeller On the water there are no marked traffic lanes, no ® which our tests have shown to be the best suited traffic signs or lights, and boats have no turn signals.
Page 20: Weather
Maximum wave height: 0.5 meters (1.5 feet) if an emergency occurs. Nearby boats face similar Boat use is limited to small lakes, rivers and risks in avoiding a collision with you. canals. Your 260 Sundancer is Design Category B. ® A. G ENERAL ONSIDERATIONS The wind speed and wave height specified as the •...
Page 21: Chart Your Course
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Page 22: Skiing
Faster – Thumb pointed up or palm up, move Code Alpha Flag – Blue and white pennant hand up and down. designates boat being used in dive operations. 1.10 260 Sundancer (275 Sundancer ® ®...
Page 23: Emergency Situations
At least two people on board have occurred. your boat should be CPR certified, and should have taken a first aid course. Equip your boat with a first aid kit. 1.11 260 Sundancer (275 Sundancer ® ®...
Page 24: Fire
If it can be done without exposing persons to risk of injury, the boat should be moved away from hard obstructions and toward open water with soft ground. 1.12 260 Sundancer (275 Sundancer ® ®...
Page 25: Propulsion, Control Or Steering Failure
Community. steering and engine controls. Further information concerning these requirements • If you are not sure you can fix the problem, or if may be obtained from Sea Ray Customer Service: ® conditions are adverse, signal for help. 1-800-SRBOATS. 17. S...
Page 26: Nautical Terms
Hull – the basic part of a boat that provides buoyancy to float the weight of the craft and its load. Keel – the major longitudinal member of a hull; the lowest external portion of a boat. 1.14 260 Sundancer (275 Sundancer ® ®...
Page 27 WITH WIDTH OF BATTERY ELECTRICAL TRIMMING LEVER CONTROL LEVER OPERAT- SYMBOL) HAZARD OPERATION (THROTTLE & SHIFT) ING DIRECTION LIFT POINT FIRE NO OPEN FLAME OR PROPER PROPELLER LIFT RISK NO SMOKING LOCATION OF POINT SLING 1.15 260 Sundancer (275 Sundancer ® ®...
Page 28: Environmental Considerations
B. W ASTE ISPOSAL Reduce speed in congested waterway. • Many areas prohibit overboard sewer discharge. Close and disable flow-through waste systems Be alert for No Wake markers. to prevent discharge in such areas. 1.16 260 Sundancer (275 Sundancer ® ®...
Page 29 USE CAUTION WITH SKIER IN TOW AS TOW ROPE MAY BACKLASH INTO COCKPIT WHEN RELEASED. NOTICE: It is recommended that all occupants wear approved Personal flotation Devices (PFD’s). MRP 722041 SR-87 260 Sundancer (275 Sundancer 1.17 ® ®...
Page 30 MATERIALS THAT FLOAT does not include drainage from 12 TO 25 MILES toilets, urinals, hospitals, and NMMA CERTIFICATION TAG cargo spaces. PLASTICS Sea Ray Boats 260 DA 0609 MAXIMUM IMCI 1 0 + = 950 kg THIS TAG INSTALLED WHEN BOAT IS ORDERED WITH CE INTERNATIONAL OPTION 1.18...
Page 31: Section 2 • General Boat Arrangement
With fiberglass boats, severe gelcoat crazing or more serious hull damage can occur during & S LEAT TERN OCATIONS . 2.1.1) BOW & STERN EYE CLEAT BOW EYE CLEAT STERN CLEAT CLEAT CLEAT STERN CLEAT CLEAT 260 Sundancer ® (275 Sundancer ®...
Page 32: Passenger Locations
1. When the boat is moving, all passengers must be in the cockpit area or in the cabin and must be on seating provided or, if standing, holding on firmly (See Figure 2.3.1). 260 Sundancer ® (275 Sundancer ®...
Page 33 Rotating propellers can injure or kill you. Shut off engine when persons are in water, near boat, on swim platform or ladder. WARNING You can be seriously injured if you stand or walk here. 260 Sundancer ® (275 Sundancer ®...
Page 34: Propulsion System
The stern drive unit pivots to steer the boat. REFER TO THE ENGINE OWNER’S MANUAL FOR OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS AND WARRANTY INFORMATION. TANDARD TERN RIVE NBOARD UTBOARD . 2.4.1) NGINE ENGINE STERN DRIVE (OUTDRIVE) 260 Sundancer ® (275 Sundancer ®...
Page 35 (C) 32” (81.3 cm) KEEL (A) 28’ (8.53 m) (B) BEAM 8’ 6" (2.59 M) 260 SUNDANCER SPECIFICATIONS HEIGHT DIMENSIONS (A) Overall Length (D) Keel To Top Of Spoiler ...... 10ft. 10in. 3.30 m With Std. Swim Platform ..28ft.
Page 36: Deck Layout (Upper Deck)
WASTE PUMP-OUT AFT FACING PLATE LOUNGER FRESH FUEL FILL WATER FILL COCKPIT WET BAR TABLE BASE (OPTIONAL) ENGINE HATCH REMOVABLE SEAT CUSHION SWIM PLATFORM AFT WRAP AROUND SEAT LADDER (BELOW SWIM TRANSOM STORAGE PLATFORM) 260 Sundancer ® (275 Sundancer ®...
Page 37 V-BERTH BUNK WITH STORAGE CABINETS STORAGE BELOW GALLEY SINK FOLD DOWN LCD TV (OPTIONAL) MICROWAVE OVEN CO MONITOR GALLEY REFRIGERATOR V-BERTH HANGING LOCKER AC & DC DISTRIBUTION PANEL HEAD SINK HEAD TOILET MID-BERTH PRIVACY CURTAIN 260 Sundancer ® (275 Sundancer ®...
Page 38 PORT TRANSCEIVER SWITCH PANEL TRIM TABS CONTROLS SEARCH LIGHT CONTROLS (OPTION) WINDLASS CONTROLS GPS CHART PLOTTER DIESEL (OPTION) EXTINGUISHER REMOTE (OPTION) VOLVO E.D.C. (OPTION) VOLVO ENGINE ALARM (OPTION) VHF MIC HELM FUSE BLOCK ACCESS 260 Sundancer ® (275 Sundancer ®...
Page 39 BILGE & NAVIGATION ANCHOR LIGHTS COCKPIT LIGHTS LIGHT LIGHTS POWER SOURCE BAND MUTE DISC (UNDERWATER ENGINE WINDSHIELD BILGE BILGE HORN COCKPIT ENGINE LIGHT HATCH WIPER PUMP BLOWER STEREO IGNITION OPTIONAL) LIFT (STARBOARD) REMOTE SWITCH 260 Sundancer ® (275 Sundancer ®...
Page 40 TRANSDUCER HEAD STERN EYE BOLTS DISCHARGE (2 EACH PORT & STBD) (DIESEL OPT) GENERATOR COOLING WATER HEAD PICKUP SEACOCK DISCHARGE (GENERATOR OPTION) (STANDARD) AIR CONDITIONER COOLING WATER PICKUP SEACOCK (A/C OPTION) GARBOARD DRAIN 2.10 260 Sundancer ® (275 Sundancer ®...
Page 41: Gear Shift And Throttle Control
This allows the throttle to be advanced without shifting the transmission when starting. It may be necessary to use the “throttle only” button in order to pump fuel into the engine for ease in starting. 2.11 260 Sundancer ® (275 Sundancer ®...
Page 42: Trim Tabs
STARBOARD BOTTOM OF PORT SWITCH . 2.12.1) TRIM TAB ROCKER SWITCH (AT CONTROL STATION) HYDRAULIC RAM TRIM TAB PUMP HYDRAULIC FLUID RESERVOIR FILL ZINC ANODE HYDRAULIC RAM TRIM TAB TRIM TAB ZINC ANODE 2.12 260 Sundancer ® (275 Sundancer ®...
Page 43: Power Trim Unit And Gauge
FFECTS OF OWER FFECTS OF RIMMING . 2.13.1) . 2.13.2) BOW-DOWN (“PLOWING”) STERN DRIVE-DOWN PROPER TRIM (3-5° BOW-UP ANGLE) STERN DRIVE - CENTERED BOW UP (“PORPOISING”) STERN DRIVE - UP 2.13 260 Sundancer ® (275 Sundancer ®...
Page 44: Trailer Switch
To bring the drive unit down the SmartCraft system offers. into boating position, push the power trim switch down. Refer to the SmartCraft owner’s manual in the owner’s packet for all SmartCraft operating instructions. 2.14 260 Sundancer ® (275 Sundancer ®...
Page 45: Engine Alarm System
RPM at which your engine should operate. This must not be exceeded or serious engine damage will occur. The tachometer should also be used to determine the most comfortable and economical cruising RPM. 2.15 260 Sundancer ® (275 Sundancer ®...
Page 46: Magnetic Compass
NAVIGATION / ANCHOR LIGHT When not in use, the compass should be protected from excessive and prolonged sunlight. If your compass becomes sluggish or erratic, it should be serviced by an authorized repair station. 2.16 260 Sundancer ® (275 Sundancer ®...
Page 47: Section 3 • Using Your Boat
Bilge blower on for at least four (4) minutes. Feel weight and shape. Get professional help in picking to confirm airflow at hull vent on hull side. Inspect the right trailer for your boat. 260 Sundancer (275 Sundancer ® ®...
Page 48: Fueling The Boat
Fuel must have room for expansion. • There must be no smoking or any flames within 20 feet of the boat, before, during and for at least 5 minutes after fueling is completed. 260 Sundancer (275 Sundancer ® ®...
Page 49: Boarding
• If standing, maintain a firm grip on handholds. it from shifting if the boat encounters rough water When walking, grasp handholds. or weather. 260 Sundancer (275 Sundancer ® ®...
Page 50: Starting The Engines
. 3.4.2) any other necessary run all the time when the engines are running. checks as specified in Section 8 and in the engine manual. 260 Sundancer (275 Sundancer ® ®...
Page 51: Shifting To Drive The Boat
260 Sundancer (275 Sundancer ® ®...
Page 52: Stopping The Engines
FLUID HERE RETURN INSPECTED AT LEAST TWICE A YEAR BY YOUR LINE POWER STEERING SEA RAY DEALER. See section 8 of this manual PUMP for inspection, service and maintenance recommendations. HELM STEERING RACK The power steering pump (Figure 3.6.5) fluid level MUST be checked every time prior to using the boat.
Page 53: Windlass (Optional)
WINDLASS CONTROL toggle switch. INDLASS AINTENANCE ROFILE INDLASS ANCHOR . 3.7.4) . 3.7.2) CHUTE EMERGENCY HANDLE WINDLASS SAFETY FOOT SWITCHES LANYARD CLUTCH NUT DRUM UPPER CONE CHAIN PULLEY LOWER CONE 260 Sundancer (275 Sundancer ® ®...
Page 54: To Operate From The Bow
Coat contact surfaces with a light film of lubricant. • Reassemble the unit and tighten clutch by turning the handle clockwise. REFER TO WINDLASS OPERATOR’S MANUAL IN YOUR OWNER’S PACKET FOR DETAILED OPERATING AND MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS. 260 Sundancer (275 Sundancer ® ®...
Page 55: Section 4 • Bilge & Underwater Gear
1. Open actuator access plate on the floor of the DRAIN cockpit/engine hatch. (under the aft seat.) URETHANE 2. Reach inside and feel immediately to the right CAULK and find the pin. DRAIN PLUG 260 Sundancer (275 Sundancer ® ®...
Page 56: Bilge Pump
Also, check the “BILGE PUMP” fuse on the LOCK TAB fuse block located helm (see Fig. 6.5.2) FLOAT SWITCH Remove the motor module to see if the impeller rotates with the power on. KNOB TO MANUALLY TEST FLOAT SWITCH AND PUMP 260 Sundancer (275 Sundancer ® ®...
Page 57: Bilge Blower
Engine performance may be adversely affected. & H & H ILGE OCATION OUTING LOWER OCATION OUTING . 4.3.1) BLOWER HOSE TRANSOM BILGE PUMP HOSE BLOWER HOSE BLOWER BILGE PUMP FLOAT SWITCH 260 Sundancer (275 Sundancer ® ®...
Page 58: Engine And Stern Drive
However, do NOT operate at full throttle when from head-on impacts to the stern drive from using the lower pitch propeller but not pulling underwater objects BUT ONLY when the boat is skiers. 260 Sundancer (275 Sundancer ® ®...
Page 59 Remove the thrust washer that is behind the propeller. If the propeller is seized to the shaft and cannot be removed by hand, special tools are needed. Have the propeller removed by an authorized dealer or trained mechanic. 260 Sundancer (275 Sundancer ® ®...
Page 60: Underwater Gear
Cavitation is a normal occurrence in modern sport boats, and propeller inspection should be part of routine maintenance. 260 Sundancer (275 Sundancer ® ®...
Page 61: Seacocks & Strainers
BILGE FLOOR SEA WATER INTAKE & EACOCK WING TRAINER . 4.7.2) Release wing nut from slot in strainer cap by O-RING pulling forward (see Fig. 4.7.4). SCREEN TRAINER AINTENANCE . 4.7.4) STRAINER HANDLE SEACOCK 260 Sundancer (275 Sundancer ® ®...
Page 62 Replace the screen, rotate cap into position on the housing, engage wing nut into slot and tighten both wingnuts. Open the seacock by turning the handle with water flow (vertically) and check for leaks. 260 Sundancer (275 Sundancer ® ®...
Page 63 GENERATOR FUEL FILTER BILGE PUMP AND FLOAT SWITCH A/C STRAINER & SEACOCK TRIM TAB PUMP GENERATOR MUFFLER POWER TRIM PUMP FRESH WATER PUMP BILGE BLOWER A/C PUMP BILGE HATCH ACTUATOR FIRE EXTINGUISHER OVERBOARD DISCHARGE SEACOCK 260 Sundancer (275 Sundancer ® ®...
Page 64: Bilge Layout
A/C PUMP GENERATOR FUEL FILTER BILGE HATCH ACTUATOR A/C STRAINER & SEACOCK WATER HEATER GENERATOR MUFFLER POWER TRIM PUMP FRESH WATER PUMP BILGE BLOWER OVERBOARD DISCHARGE SEACOCK FIRE EXTINGUISHER TRIM TAB PUMP TRANSDUCER 4.10 260 Sundancer (275 Sundancer ® ®...
Page 65: Fuel System
Take time to read all the fuel or elsewhere in the boat. related information in the owner’s manual. The 260 Sundancer standard gasoline fuel system ® A. E consists of an 84 gallon fuel tank, fuel tank vent,...
Page 66 (Figure 5.2.1). C. F ILTER IESEL Primary and secondary fuel filters are located on your Sea Ray to help keep the fuel as clean as ® possible. The primary fuel filter is the Racor water ®...
Page 67: Fuel Filter Maintenance (Diesel)
Replace the filter element at regular intervals or if a FOR MORE DETAILED INFORMATION. power loss is detected. ® ACOR ILTER AINTENANCE . 5.3.1) . 5.3.2) . 5.3.3) T-HANDLE RUBBER LID SEAL FILTER ELEMENT TURBINE DRAIN PLUG SEE-THRU BOWL HEAT DEFLECTOR 260 Sundancer (275 Sundancer ® ®...
Page 68: Fueling Precautions
Passengers – unnecessary people off the boat. • Fuel tank – secure filler cap. • Engines – stopped. • Spills – wipe; dispose of rags ashore. • Electrical equipment, including blowers – power off. 260 Sundancer (275 Sundancer ® ®...
Page 69: Section 6 • Electrical System
To prevent arcing or damage to the alternator, the batteries from the boat and connect them to a always disconnect battery cables before doing any charger. work on the engine’s electrical system. 260 Sundancer (275 Sundancer ® ®...
Page 70 COMPONENT BOARD BATTERY SWITCH TO ENGINE STARTER BATTERY #1 ATTERY ABLE OUTING PTIONAL ENERATOR . 6.2.2) GENERATOR TO MAIN DC NEGATIVE BUS PORT STBD GENERATOR NEGATIVE STUD GENERATOR STARTER GENERATOR TO ENGINE NEGATIVE STUD 260 Sundancer (275 Sundancer ® ®...
Page 71 NEGATIVE STUD TO MAIN DC NEGATIVE BUS BATTERY #1 ATTERY ABLE OUTING PTIONAL IESEL ENERATOR . 6.3.2) GENERATOR TO MAIN DC NEGATIVE BUS PORT STBD GENERATOR STARTER GENERATOR NEGATIVE STUD GENERATOR TO ENGINE NEGATIVE STUD 260 Sundancer (275 Sundancer ® ®...
Page 72: Recommended Batteries
All electrical components in the engine compartment amperage, it will not provide adequate protection must be ignition-protected to avoid the possibility against an electrical malfunction and will create a of creating sparks in a gasoline environment. fire hazard. 260 Sundancer (275 Sundancer ® ®...
Page 73 6. BILGE PUMP 7. BAIT WELL/WASHDOWN 8. RECEPTACLE 9. TRIM TABS 10. LIGHTS 11. VHF RADIO 12. HATCH LIFT 13. SPOTLIGHT (OPTIONAL) 14. HATCH RELAY 15. ACCY SWITCH 16. ACCY BLANK ATO FUSE (AUTO TYPE) 260 Sundancer (275 Sundancer ® ®...
Page 74: Main Dc Breaker Panel
CHARGER #1 BATTERY CHARGER #2 WINDLASS 12 Volt DC Breakers Amperage Control Station Main Cabin Main Accessory Blank Bilge Pump Emergency Pump Sump Pump Stereo Memory Battery Charger #1 Battery Charger #2 Windlass (Optional) 260 Sundancer (275 Sundancer ® ®...
Page 75: Functions
Amperage 12 Volt DC Breakers Amperage Outlets and Refrigerator Cabin Lights Microwave Refrigerator Water Heater Fresh Water Pump Battery Charger CO Monitor Stove Stereo System Air Conditioner (Optional) Head System TV/12V Receptacle Accessory Blank 260 Sundancer (275 Sundancer ® ®...
Page 76: Volt Accessory Receptacle
12 volt accessories using this type of plug. the original bulb. 12 V CCESSORY ECEPTACLE . 6.8.2) 260 Sundancer (275 Sundancer ® ®...
Page 77: Lights
IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT COMPARTMENT AFT STORAGE AFT STORAGE LIGHT LIGHT BULB REPLACEMENT BULB REPLACEMENT FUSE TYPE BULB FUSE TYPE BULB #12864 12V5W #12864 12V5W LOCATION WITH OPTIONAL ARCH UNDERSIDE OF ARCH STANDARD LOCATION 260 Sundancer (275 Sundancer ® ®...
Page 78 BI-PRONG E14 110V 25W SWIVEL LIGHT BULB REPLACEMENT HALOGEN 12V 10W BI-PRONG RECTANGLE LIGHT BULB REPLACEMENT BULB#CEC1141 STEP LIGHT MID STATEROOM LIGHT CABIN SWITCH PANEL GLOMEX TV TUNER (OPTIONAL) INSIDE V-BERTH HANGING LOCKER 6.10 260 Sundancer (275 Sundancer ® ®...
Page 79 BEFORE STARTING ENGINES OR GENERATOR - CHECK ENGINE COMPARTMENT BILGE FOR GASOLINE OR VAPORS, AND - OPERATE BLOWERS FOR FOUR MINUTES, AND - VERIFY BLOWER OPERATION STOP RUN BLOWER WHEN VESSEL IS OPERATING BELOW CRUISING SPEED. 6.11 260 Sundancer (275 Sundancer ® ®...
Page 80: Ac System
YSTEM 220 Volt / 50 Hz Wiring (Optional System) 8. AC S YSTEM The 220 volt / 50Hz wiring installed on Sea Ray ® boats consists of three (3) color-coded wires. The DANGER brown wire is the “hot” feed, light blue is the common, or neutral, and the green wire is the ground.
Page 81: Shore Power
CAUTION Route and tie the power cord from the boat to the dockside power outlet box to prevent persons tripping over it and the cord falling in the water. 6.13 260 Sundancer (275 Sundancer ® ®...
Page 82: Distribution Panel
- OPERATE BLOWERS FOR FOUR MINUTES, AND - VERIFY BLOWER OPERATION STOP RUN BLOWER WHEN VESSEL IS OPERATING BELOW CRUISING SPEED. Note: The power panel on your boat may not look exactly like this one. 6.14 260 Sundancer (275 Sundancer ® ®...
Page 83 Unplug the shore power. Remove screws from all sides except the hinged side of panel. The main distribution panel is hinged to swing open for servicing. Reverse the procedure for closing the panel. 6.15 260 Sundancer (275 Sundancer ® ®...
Page 84: Battery Charger / Converter
Note: Leave the charger/converter turned ON at considered safe for normally healthy persons. all times to maintain battery voltage level. It does not protect persons against line-to-line or line-to-neutral faults. 6.16 260 Sundancer (275 Sundancer ® ®...
Page 85: Generator (Optional)
® manual provided by the generator manufacturer. The generator is warranted separately by the GFI O UTLET generator manufacturer, NOT Sea Ray . Follow the ® . 6.17.1) recommended maintenance and warranty schedule in your Generator Operator’s Manual included in the Owner’s Manual Packet.
Page 86: Starting The Generator
BEFORE STARTING ENGINES OR GENERATOR - CHECK ENGINE COMPARTMENT BILGE FOR GASOLINE OR VAPORS, AND - OPERATE BLOWERS FOR FOUR MINUTES, AND - VERIFY BLOWER OPERATION STOP RUN BLOWER WHEN VESSEL IS OPERATING BELOW CRUISING SPEED. 6.18 260 Sundancer (275 Sundancer ® ®...
Page 87: Power
A. Turn OFF MAIN breaker above the shore power plug in the transom compartment. B. Unplug shore power cord. HORE OWER ONNECTIONS . 6.19.3) Power Box Power Connection on the Boat on the Dock 6.19 260 Sundancer (275 Sundancer ® ®...
Page 88: Stopping The Generator
In fresh water, the zinc anodes can be replaced about once a year. If the anodes deteriorate more rapidly than this, there is probably a stray current problem within the boat 6.20 260 Sundancer (275 Sundancer ® ®...
Page 89: Marine Electronic Cathodic Anti-Corrosion System
A schematics and wiring harness illustrations for galvanic current isolator (zinc saver) is standard your boat. These electrical schematics were on all Sea Ray boats. It is installed between the ® generated by electrical CAD designers at the...
Page 90 6 • E ECTION LECTRICAL YSTEM THIS PAGE LEFT INTENTIONALLY BLANK 6.22 260 Sundancer (275 Sundancer ® ®...
Page 91 260 DA E LECTRICAL CHEMATICS DC W IRING IAGRAM . 6.23.1) DRAWING NO. 09-600 (1 OF 2) R 6. 23 260 Sundancer ® (275 Sundancer ®...
Page 92 260 DA E LECTRICAL CHEMATICS ONTINUED DC W IRING IAGRAM . 6.24.1) DRAWING NO. 09-600 (2 OF 2) R 6. 24 260 Sundancer ® (275 Sundancer ®...
Page 93 260 DA E LECTRICAL CHEMATICS ONTINUED DC W ) (1 IRING IAGRAM OLVO IESEL . 6.25.1) DRAWING NO. 09-604 (1 OF 3) R 6. 25 260 Sundancer ® (275 Sundancer ®...
Page 94 260 DA E LECTRICAL CHEMATICS ONTINUED DC W ) (2 IRING IAGRAM OLVO IESEL . 6.26.1) DRAWING NO. 09-604 (2 3) R 6. 26 260 Sundancer ® (275 Sundancer ®...
Page 95 260 DA E LECTRICAL CHEMATICS ONTINUED DC W ) (3 IRING IAGRAM OLVO IESEL . 6.27.1) DRAWING NO. 09-604 (3 3) R 6. 27 260 Sundancer ® (275 Sundancer ®...
Page 96 260 DA E LECTRICAL CHEMATICS ONTINUED DC W ABIN IRING IAGRAM . 6.28.1) DRAWING NO. 09-605 R 6. 28 260 Sundancer ® (275 Sundancer ®...
Page 97 260 DA E LECTRICAL CHEMATICS ONTINUED TEREO YSTEM IRING IAGRAM REMIER TEREO YSTEM IRING IAGRAM . 6.29.1) . 6.29.2) DRAWING NO. 09-607 R DRAWING NO. 09-608 6. 29 260 Sundancer ® (275 Sundancer ®...
Page 98 260 DA E LECTRICAL CHEMATICS ONTINUED INDLASS IRING IAGRAM . 6.30.1) DRAWING NO. 09-614 6. 30 260 Sundancer ® (275 Sundancer ®...
Page 99 260 DA E LECTRICAL CHEMATICS ONTINUED OHLER ENERATOR CHEMATIC . 6.31.1) DRAWING NO. 09-624 R 6. 31 260 Sundancer ® (275 Sundancer ®...
Page 100 260 DA E LECTRICAL CHEMATICS ONTINUED OHLER ENERATOR CHEMATIC IESEL . 6.32.1) DRAWING NO. 09-625 6. 32 260 Sundancer ® (275 Sundancer ®...
Page 101 260 DA E LECTRICAL CHEMATICS ONTINUED MDP W (120VAC) IRING IAGRAM . 6.33.1) DRAWING NO. 09-630 (1 OF 2) R 6. 33 260 Sundancer ® (275 Sundancer ®...
Page 102 260 DA E LECTRICAL CHEMATICS ONTINUED MDP W (120VAC) IRING IAGRAM . 6.34.1) DRAWING NO. 09-630 (2 OF 2) R 6. 34 260 Sundancer ® (275 Sundancer ®...
Page 103 260 DA E LECTRICAL CHEMATICS ONTINUED MDP W (220VAC 50H IRING IAGRAM . 6.35.1) DRAWING NO. 09-632 (1 OF 2) 6. 35 260 Sundancer ® (275 Sundancer ®...
Page 104 260 DA E LECTRICAL CHEMATICS ONTINUED MDP W (220VAC 50H IRING IAGRAM . 6.36.1) DRAWING NO. 09-632 (2 OF 2) 6. 36 260 Sundancer ® (275 Sundancer ®...
Page 105 260 DA E LECTRICAL CHEMATICS ONTINUED ONDITIONING YSTEM IRING IAGRAM ATELLITE TEREO YSTEM IRING IAGRAM . 6.37.2) . 6.37.1) DRAWING NO. 09-715 DRAWING NO. 09-640 6. 37 260 Sundancer ® (275 Sundancer ®...
Page 106 260 DA E LECTRICAL CHEMATICS ONTINUED MART RAFT YSTEM IRING IAGRAM . 6.38.1) DRAWING NO. 09-710 6. 38 260 Sundancer ® (275 Sundancer ®...
Page 107 260 DA E LECTRICAL CHEMATICS ONTINUED AVMAN YSTEM IAGRAM . 6.39.1) DRAWING NO. 09-720 6. 39 260 Sundancer ® (275 Sundancer ®...
Page 108 260 DA E LECTRICAL CHEMATICS ONTINUED NTERCONNECT IRING IAGRAM . 6.40.1) DRAWING NO. 09-760 R 6. 40 260 Sundancer ® (275 Sundancer ®...
Page 109: Section 7 • Options & Accessories
PTIONAL A. T CO M The air conditioning/heating system, if installed, in your Sea Ray is of the size and capacity best suited ® Test the monitor on your boat at manufacturers for the size of your boat. required intervals by pushing the TEST button on the side of the unit.
Page 110 REFER TO OWNER’S MANUAL PACKET FOR INSTRUCTIONS AND WARRANTY INFORMATION. A/C / HEATER CONTROL PANEL YPICAL ONDITIONING OMPRESSOR . 7.2.1) LOWER REMOVABLE FILTER A/C / HEATER COMPRESSOR/BLOWER ASSEMBLY (ACCESSIBLE FROM STBD SIDE OF MID STATEROOM) 260 Sundancer (275 Sundancer ® ®...
Page 111 . 7.3.1) STBD PORT AIR DUCT TO V-BERTH MID STATEROOM VENT A/C/HEATER CONDENSATION DRAIN LINE COOLING WATER LINE A/C/HEATER COMPRESSOR/BLOWER ASSEMBLY (OUTBOARD OF MID STATEROOM) STRAINER COOLING WATER INTAKE (A/C SYSTEM SEACOCK) WATER PUMP 260 Sundancer (275 Sundancer ® ®...
Page 112: Water System
If a water treatment additive is not available, the following steps may be followed to sanitize the water system: 1. Pump the water tank empty. Shut OFF water system breaker. 260 Sundancer (275 Sundancer ® ®...
Page 113 WATER PUMP & FILTER WATER SYSTEM MANIFOLD COLD WATER HOT WATER TO COCKPIT SHOWER FROM WATER HEATER TO WATER HEATER TO GALLEY TO COCKPIT WET BAR TO HEAD TO GALLEY SINK TO HEAD FROM WATER PUMP 260 Sundancer (275 Sundancer ® ®...
Page 114: Winterizing The Water System
Replace, making sure the O-ring is in place when replacing the cover. ATER ILTER ATER UMP AND ILTER .7.6.2) .7.6.1) WATER PUMP DISCHARGE WATER PUMP FILTER FILTER SCREEN O-RING BOWL WATER PUMP WATER PUMP COVER SUCTION 260 Sundancer (275 Sundancer ® ®...
Page 115: Water Heater
Check the pump and float NOT COMPLETELY IMMERSED IN WATER switch for obstructions and proper working order. AT ALL TIMES. Turn the WATER HEATER breaker ON. The water heater is equipped with an adjustable 260 Sundancer (275 Sundancer ® ®...
Page 116: Fresh Water Washdown
To disconnect the system, reverse the procedure, storage compartment. The system uses water making sure the plug is reinstalled tightly. from the fresh water tank. The FRESH WATER PUMP breaker must be ON to operate the system. 260 Sundancer (275 Sundancer ® ®...
Page 117: Dockside Water Inlet
To empty the head/gray water system holding tank, the services of a dockside pump out station will be needed. Follow instructions at the station and make sure pump out station hose is inserted into the deck plate marked GRAY WATER/WASTE. 260 Sundancer (275 Sundancer ® ®...
Page 118: Gray Water System (Option)
6. H EQUIREMENTS FOR PERATORS YSTEM The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Your Sea Ray is available with a variety of head ® standards state that in freshwater lakes, freshwater system options. Below is a description of each reservoirs or other freshwater impoundments whose option.
Page 119: Vacu Flush Head
WASTE. The holding tank can also be emptied through utilization of the macerator (if supplied) (see Macerator in this section). 7.11 260 Sundancer (275 Sundancer ® ®...
Page 120 United States. NOTICE This boat may be equipped with an optional overboard discharge valve. Discharging of sewage directly overboard is for use where approved only. 7.12 260 Sundancer (275 Sundancer ® ®...
Page 121: Entertainment Center
. Open the TV cable inlet cover. Connect the TV coax cable to the TV cable receptacle. Run the cable to the dockside receptacle and connect coax cable into receptacle. 7.13 260 Sundancer (275 Sundancer ® ®...
Page 122: 12 Volt Stereo
UTOMATIC XTINGUISHER . 7.14.4) NDICATOR IGHT AUTOMATIC HALON SYSTEM BAND MUTE DISC 1. LIGHT ON-UNIT CHARGED 2. LIGHT OFF-UNIT DISCHARGED 3. IF SYSTEM DISCHARGES. SHUT STEREO DOWN ENGINE(S), BLOWERS REMOTE AND ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS 7.14 260 Sundancer (275 Sundancer ® ®...
Page 123: Diesel Engine Boats
TO MANUALLY ACTIVATE THE ENGINE ROOM FIRE EXTINGUISHER: 1. PULL PIN 2. PULL HANDLE DISCHARGE CHARGE Engine Shutdown SEA-FIRE Override System NORMAL OVERRIDE REFER TO OWNER’S MANUAL PACKET FOR INSTRUCTIONS AND WARRANTY INFORMATION. 7.15 260 Sundancer (275 Sundancer ® ®...
Page 124: Safety Pin
MAIN breaker ON then turn MANUAL FOUND IN YOUR OWNER’S MANUAL the REFRIGERATOR breaker ON. PACKET DETAILED OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS AND WARRANTY. REFER TO OWNER’S MANUAL PACKET FOR INSTRUCTIONS AND WARRANTY INFORMATION. CAUTION Do not cover refrigerator vents. 7.16 260 Sundancer (275 Sundancer ® ®...
Page 125: Canvas
CO sickness symptoms include headache, nausea and dizziness. Do not mistake these symptoms for sea sickness. Ventilate boat. See Section 1.4, Carbon Monoxide, for more details. SIDE CURTAINS 7.17 260 Sundancer (275 Sundancer ® ®...
Page 126: Installation Tips
The optional swim platform underwater lights are protected by a fuse on the accessory fuse block. The lights are activated by pressing UP on the ACCY switch on the STBD Switch Panel at the helm. 7.18 260 Sundancer (275 Sundancer ® ®...
Page 127: Maintenance
Clean Owner’s Manual p. 9.2 As Needed Controls Steering Check for proper operation To be done by Sea Ray dealer every six months Power steering oil level Engine Manual • Gear Shift & Throttle Lubricate. Include all shift Engine Manual •...
Page 128 • or missing parts Anchor rope Check rope for wear • Transmission Oil Strainer Screen Clean To be done by Sea Ray dealer annually Trim Tabs Fluid Check and add as needed Trim Tab Manual • Zincs Transom Zinc Check and replace as needed Owner’s Manual p. 6.20...
Page 129 ENGINE MAKE & MODEL SERIAL NUMBER PART NUMBER FUEL CAPACITY WATER CAPACITY KEY NUMBER, IGNITION DOOR SELLING DEALER CITY & STATE LENGTH BEAM DRAFT VERTICAL CLEARANCE ESTIMATED WEIGHT GENERATOR SERIAL # MODEL # KILOWATTS 260 Sundancer (275 Sundancer ® ®...
Page 130: Inspection, Service And Maintenance Protocol
Work on electrical wiring can create shock hazards using a bilge cleaner available from your dealer or or sparks. a marine store. Always shut off battery switch, breakers and/or pull fuses before checking electrical wiring or connectors. 260 Sundancer (275 Sundancer ® ®...
Page 131: Topside And Supplies
Store on wooden pallet or thick plastic in a cool • Make certain you have enough PFDs on board for the maximum number of persons you can dry place. Do not store on concrete. carry. 260 Sundancer (275 Sundancer ® ®...
Page 132: Head System
Run engine(s) for ten minutes to ensure that all • Remove water hoses from water pump. gasoline in the carburetor and fuel lines are treated. • Alternate opening one faucet at a time to make sure water is removed from each line. 260 Sundancer (275 Sundancer ® ®...
Page 133: Fitting Out After Storage
After the cable clamps are tightened, smear the post and clamps with vaseline or grease to exclude air and acid. Do not apply grease before 260 Sundancer (275 Sundancer ® ®...
Page 134: Seacock Lubrication
• Replace hose and tighten clamp. • Add a few drops of oil to the handle pivot point. EACOCK . 8.8.1) SEACOCK HANDLE HOSE OPEN HOSE CLAMPS SEACOCK BODY PIVOT POINT 260 Sundancer (275 Sundancer ® ®...
Page 135: Quick Reference Checklist
UICK EFERENCE HECKLIST As the owner/operator of a Sea Ray boat, you are responsible for the safe operation of your boat and the safety of ® your passengers. Always be sure that required documents, navigational equipment and Coast Guard required safety equipment is aboard and in proper working order.
Page 136: Preparing To Depart And After Launching
*If engine fails to start, refer to the Engine Owner’s Manual for further troubleshooting procedures 8.10 260 Sundancer (275 Sundancer ® ®...
Page 137: While Underway
Run bilge pumps if necessary NGINE 1. Throttle & Gearshift Control ........Bring to IDLE and NEUTRAL positions 2. Tachometer ............. Idle the engines for five (5) minutes to cool down 8.11 260 Sundancer (275 Sundancer ® ®...
Page 138: Securing The Boat
6. Check ignition switch connections TARTER OTOR ESPONDS GNITION 1. Check that fuel tanks are not empty 2. Check fuel filters and filter/water separators clean 3. Check electrical connections on engine wiring harness and ignition wiring 8.12 260 Sundancer (275 Sundancer ® ®...
Page 139: Operating The Generator
3. STOP Switch ..............Depress to stop the generator set WARNING Do not run the generator or engines in an enclosed area, such as a closed boat house, as there is the possibility of buildup and inhaling of carbon monoxide. 8.13 260 Sundancer (275 Sundancer ® ®...
Page 140 Any safety or operational equipment added to your boat after delivery should be checked for seaworthiness and proper working condition. Use the area below to list any equipment and the proper operating condition of that equipment before getting underway. Equipment Proper Operating Condition 8.14 260 Sundancer (275 Sundancer ® ®...
Page 141: Maintenance Log
Follow the recommended maintenance listed on pages 1 & 2 of this section and keep a record of this and ALL maintenance performed on your boat. You might want to copy these pages before using them to have blank ones available when these are full. Date Maintenance Description Engine Hours 8.15 260 Sundancer (275 Sundancer ® ®...
Page 142 8 • R ECTION EQUIRED NSPECTION ERVICE AND AINTENANCE ’ AINTENANCE Date Maintenance Description Engine Hours 8.16 260 Sundancer (275 Sundancer ® ®...
Page 143: Paint Cleaning Agents & Other Substances
Check all areas of the engine room for accumulated water and dry thoroughly. Water left standing may penetrate through the gelcoated surfaces and wick into the fiberglass affecting the life of the product. 260 Sundancer (275 Sundancer ® ®...
Page 144: Stains & Scratches
The bottom paint should be inspected annually. If • Alcohol can be used to remove difficult stains. it needs repainting consult your Sea Ray dealer. ® But it must be promptly washed off with mild detergent and water.
Page 145: Salt Crystals
Do not use solvents such as acetone, silicone spray, benzine, carbon tetrachloride, fire extinguisher fluid, dry cleaning fluid or lacquer thinner on acrylic, since they attack the surface. Remove fine scratches with fine automotive acrylic rubbing and polishing compounds. 260 Sundancer (275 Sundancer ® ®...
Page 146: Exterior Upholstery Fabric
Always clean spots, stains, etc., immediately. Test an unseen area of fabric before cleaning stain, to insure that cleaning material will not cause damage. REFER TO THE OWNER'S MANUAL PACKET FOR INSTRUCTIONS OTHER CLEANING INFORMATION. 260 Sundancer (275 Sundancer ® ®...
Page 147 Electric Fuel Valve ..........5.1 Compass ..............2.16 Fuel Fill ..............5.4 Fuel Filter ............5.2 Fuel Gauge ............2.15 Fueling ...............3.2 Maintenance ............8.4 Dimensions ...............2.5 Diving ..............1.10 Docking ..............2.1 Dockside Pump-out ..........7.11 Dockside Water ............7.8 260 Sundancer ® (275 Sundancer ® Index 1...
Page 148 Stern Drive ............2.4, 4.4 Macerator ..............7.12 See also Engine Maintenance Log ............8.15 Storage ..............2.1 Maintenance, Summary Guide .........8.1 Stove ...............7.16 Microwave ...............7.16 Sump Pump ..............7.8 Swimming ..............1.9 Symbols ..............1.15 System Tach ............2.15 Index 2 260 Sundancer ® (275 Sundancer ®...
Page 149 Water Pump ..............7.6 Water Sports .............1.9 Water System ............ 7.4, 8.6 Water Temperature ..........2.15 See also Layout: Helm, Gauge & Switches Weather ..............1.8 Windlass ..............3.7 Winterizing ............7.6, 8.5 Zinc Anodes ............6.20 260 Sundancer ® (275 Sundancer ® Index 3...
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