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  • Page 1 ® ® 3 4 8 V I S T A O W N E R S M A N U A L ® 0 9 0 - 2 8 2 2...
  • Page 3 Dear.Four.Winns.Owner, On.behalf.of.everyone.at.Four.Winns,.congratulations.–.and.thank.you.for.choosing. a.Four.Winns.boat. Four Winns is committed to customer satisfaction. If you are not completely satisfi ed with any.aspect.of.your.boat’s.condition.upon.delivery.–.or.if.it.does.not.meet.your.expectations. at.any.time.during.your.ownership.experience.–.please.contact.your.Four.Winns.Dealer.or.our. customer.service.department..In.the.event.they.are.unable.to.assist.you,.or.if.you.do.not.receive. the.response.you.expect,.I.invite.you.to.contact.me.directly..Your.feedback.is.invaluable.to.us. as.we.strive.to.become.the.world’s.most.customer-focused.recreational.boat.brand. A.thorough.review.of.this.Owner’s.Manual.will.help.you.make.the.most.of.your.boating. experience. It not only includes information specifi c to the model you have purchased, but guidelines.for.better.boating.as.well..Please.take.time.to.familiarize.yourself.with.its.contents,. and.to.read.–.and.reread.often.–.important.sections. Once.again,.thank.you.and.welcome.to.the.Four.Winns.family. Sincerely, Jeffrey.Olson President Phone:.231.775-1351 Fax:.231.779-2345 Email:.boating@fourwinns.com...

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents PREFACE................................9 SAFETY MESSAGES............................10 OPERATION..............................17 A.-.1. GENERAL............................17 A.-.2. COMPONENT.SYSTEMS......................17 A.-.3. SAFETY.EQUIPMENT........................17 A.-.4. PASSENGER.SAFETY........................17 A.-.5. RULES.OF.THE.ROAD........................17 A.-.6. LIGHTNING............................17 A.-.7. DRUGS.AND.ALCOHOL........................18 A.-.8. PRE-CRUISE.SYSTEM.CHECK....................18 A.. Before.Starting.the.Engines......................18 B.. After.Starting.the.Engine......................18 A.-.9. ENGINE.OPERATIONAL.PROCEDURES..................19 A.. Before.Starting.........................19 B. Cold Engine Starting Procedures - Volvo Penta Engines w/ Teleflex I-6000......19 C..
  • Page 6 G.. Inspection..........................29 H.. Operation..........................30 I. Boathouses, Sea Walls and Confined Spaces.................30 J.. The.Effect.of.Boats.Moored.Along.Side..................30 K.. Backdrafting.(Station.Wagon.Effect)..................31 L. Accumulation of Exhaust Gases-Swim Platform...............32 M. Dangerous Activity - “Teak Surfing”/“Dragging”................32 N.. Cabin.Appliances........................32 O.. Air.Conditioning.(Applicable.Models.Only)................32 P.. Ventilation.of.Accommodation.(Occupied).Spaces..............32 Q.. Running.of.Engines.in.Idle.......................32 R.. Altitude.and.Sea.Conditions.....................32 S.. Portable.Generator.Sets......................32 T.. Maintenance.-.Engine.Performance..................33 U. Maintenance - External Conditions.
  • Page 7 WARRANTY AND SERVICE..........................45 D.-.1. FOUR.WINNS.WARRANTY.POLICY.....................45 D.-.2. DECK/HULL.STRUCTURE.WARRANTY..................45 D.-.3. WARRANTY.REGISTRATION.......................45 D.-.4. TRANSFER.OF.WARRANTY......................45 D.-.5. PRE-OWNED.UNIT.REGISTRATION....................45 D.-.6. INSURANCE.COVERAGE......................46 D.-.7. SERIAL.NUMBER.RECORD......................46 D.-.8. PRE-DELIVERY.SERVICE......................46 D.-.9. REPLACEMENT.PARTS........................46 D.-.10. OWNER’S.RESPONSIBILITIES.....................46 D.-.11. CONSTRUCTION.STANDARDS....................47 D.-.12. WINNGEAR............................47 NAME/ADDRESS.CHANGE.FORM....................49 WARRANTY.REGISTRATION.TRANSFER.REQUEST..............51 ENGINES AND INSTRUMENTATION.
  • Page 8 J.. Ignition.Switch..........................63 K.. Alarm.System...........................64 L.. Rudder.Angle.Indicator.Gauge.-.Inboards................64 M.. Navigational.Equipment......................64 O.. Instrument.Maintenance......................65 CONTROL SYSTEMS............................66 F.-.1. GENERAL............................66 F.-.2. CONTROL.OPERATION........................66 A.. General............................66 B.. Shifting.and.Control.Speed.......................67 F.-.3. NEUTRAL.SAFETY.SWITCH......................67 F.-.4. CONTROL.SYSTEM.MAINTENANCE...................68 STEERING SYSTEMS............................69 G.-.1. GENERAL............................69 A.. Tilt.Steering.&.Tilt.Steering.Hydraulic..................69 B.. Rotary.Steering.-.Stern.Drive....................69 C..
  • Page 9 FUEL SYSTEMS...............................94 I.-.1.. GASOLINE.FUEL.SYSTEMS......................94 A.. System.Testing........................94 B.. Fuel.Fills...........................94 C.. Fuel.Vents..........................95 D.. Anti-Siphon.Valves........................95 E.. Fuel.Gauge..........................95 F.. Fuel.Senders..........................96 G.. Fuel.Filters..........................96 H... Gas.Vapor.Detector.........................96 I... Use.and.Maintenance......................97 I.-.2.. FUEL.STANDARDS........................97 A.. Problems.With.Alcohol.in.Gasoline...................97 B.. Recommendations........................97 I.-.3.. FUELING.INSTRUCTIONS......................98 WATER AND WASTE SYSTEMS........................100 J.-.1.
  • Page 10 A.. Electric.Stove.........................136 B.. Microwave.Oven........................136 C.. Refrigerator..........................136 L.-.2. REFRESHMENT.CENTER......................136 L.-.3. ENTERTAINMENT........................137 A.. Stereo.System........................137 B.. TV.and.DVD.Player........................137 L.-.4. AIR.CONDITIONING........................138 EXTERIOR AND SAFETY EQUIPMENT......................148 M.-.1. RAILS.&.DECK.HARDWARE.......................148 M.-.2. TRANSOM.DOOR........................148 M.-.3. COMPANIONWAY.DOOR......................149 M.-.4. WINDOWS...........................149 A... Windshield.and.Cabin.Windows.....................149 B.. Plexiglass..........................150 M.-.5.
  • Page 11 O.-.2. GENERAL.CANVAS.INSTALLATION.GUIDE.LINES..............163 O.-.3. TRAILERING..........................164 O.-.4. BIMINI.TOP..........................164 O.-.5. CAMPER............................166 O.-.6.. COCKPIT.COVER........................167 O.-.7.. USE.OF.WEATHER.COVERS.AND.CARBON.MONOXIDE............168 O.-.8. WINTER.STORAGE........................169 O.-.9. MAINTENANCE...........................169 FIBERGLASS AND HULL..........................170 P.-.1. HULL.DESIGN.INFORMATION....................170 P.-.2. FIBERGLASS.CONSTRUCTION....................170 P.-.3. EQUIPMENT.INSTALLATION......................170 P.-.4. FIBERGLASS.CARE.&.MAINTENANCE..................170 A.. General.Maintenance......................170 B..
  • Page 12 S.-.11.. RETURNING.TO.SHORE......................194 A.. Docking..........................194 B.. Mooring..........................195 GLOSSARY..............................196 FLOAT PLAN..............................203 FUEL LOG...............................204 SERVICE LOG..............................207 SERVICE INFORMATION..........................210 348 VISTA LOCATOR DRAWING.........................211 ® ELECTRICAL SCHEMATICS..........................212 Table of Contents Owner’s Manual Page ...

  • Page 13: Preface

    Model Hull Identification Number This.manual.should.be.considered.part.of.the.boat..Should.you.sell.the.boat,.pass.this.manual.on.to.the.new. owner..Take.special.care.of.this.manual..Certain.information.in.this.manual.may.not.be.available.in.a.replace- ment.manual..An.electronic.version.of.this.manual.may.be.viewed.on.our.website.at.www.fourwinns.com. Thank.you.for.joining.the.Four.Winns.family..We.appreciate.your.purchase.and.welcome.the.opportunity.to. demonstrate.our.commitment.to.you. E-Mail Address: boating@fourwinns.com Four Winns Customer Service © FOUR WINNS LLC 2006. All Rights Reserved. Department 925 Frisbie Street Cadillac, Michigan 49601 231 775-1343 (Phone) 231 779-2345 (Fax) Preface Owner’s.Manual.Page.9...

  • Page 14: Safety Messages

    Safety Messages The.popularity.of.boating.and.other.water.sports.has.grown.tremendously.in.the.past.few.years..Because.of.this,. safety.is.an.important.issue.for.everyone.who.shares.our.waterways. Remember.that.along.with.the.freedom.and.exhilaration.of.boating.comes.the.responsibility.that.you.have.for.the. safety of your passengers and the other boaters who share the water with you. Throughout this manual, specific precautions.and.symbols.identify.safety-related.information..Be.sure.to.pay.close.attention.to.them. IMPORTANT HEALTH AND SAFETY INFORMATION ABOUT YOUR NEW BOAT NOTICE Boxes that are gray require your special attention. Notice boxes include helpful boating practices and law reminders. This symbol means “pay attention!” Here is important information for your safety. If you don’t follow these instructions, you can damage your boat, hurt yourself or someone else or, even worse, have a fatal accident.
  • Page 15 Trash Overboard Decal - (Specific Models Only - Location Not Shown) This manual has been compiled to help you operate your boat with safety and pleasure. It contains the details of the boat, the equipment supplied or fitted, its systems, and information on its operation and maintenance.
  • Page 16 LABEL LOCATIONS Various.warning.labels.are.placed.at.different.locations.on.each.model.for.your.safety..Additional.warnings.for. fuel.leakage,.blower.operation,.and.other.important.information.will.be.imprinted.or.located.on.the.dash..Many.. of.these.stickers.and.labels.are.not.required.by.the.U.S..Coast.Guard.but.are.important.to.ensure.the.safe.. operation.of.your.Four.Winns boat. In addition, the Hull Identification Number plate is permanently attached ® below.the.deck-hull.joint.on.the.starboard.aft.corner.. Below.are.letters.corresponding.to.the.various.locations.for.each.item.on.the.drawings..See.the.following.pages. of.this.section.for.the.actual.wording.of.each.of.the.various.warning.labels.found.on.your.boat. (A) Hull Identification Number Plate (G). Helm.Boarding.Ladder.Warning (B). . G asoline.Vapor-Blower.Warning. (H). CO.-.Transom.Warning.Label (applicable.models.only) (I). Prevent.Falls.Overboard.Label (C). Rotating.Prop.Boarding.Ladder (J). Winning.Edge.Sticker (D). Leaking.Fuel (K) NMMA Certified Sticker (E) NMMA Yacht Certification Plate (L). Shore.Power.Inlet.Warning.Label (F). CO.-.Helm.Warning.Label (M).Dockside.Inlet.Air.Conditioning.Label Figure 1: Warning Labels and Other Label Locations - Reference Only (Location may vary depending on model) Preface Owner’s.Manual.Page.12...
  • Page 17 YACHT CERTIFICATION & WARNING LABELS NMMA Yacht Certification Plate GASOLINE VAPORS CAN EXPLODE RESULTING IN INJURY OR DEATH. BEFORE STARTING ENGINE -. CHECK.ENGINE.BILGE.COMPART- MENT.FOR.GASOLINE.OR.VAPORS,. -. OPERATE.BLOWER.FOR.FOUR.. MINUTES,.AND.VERIFY.BLOWER. OPERATION. Gasoline Vapors - Blower Warning Label RUN BLOWER WHEN VESSEL IS (applicable models only) OPERATING BELOW CRUISING SPEED.
  • Page 18 Ensure slings are in proper location as indicated by the sling label location. Failure to do so may result in permanent hull structure damage and will invalidate the hull structure warranty. SLING No Ventilation - Do Not Store Fuel Warning Label Shore Power Inlet Warning Label Carbon Monoxide - Cabin Doors Warning Label Dockside Air Conditioning Inlet Label...
  • Page 19 Gasoline Vapor-Blower Warning Label Rotating Propeller - Helm Warning Label Rotating Propeller - Ladder Warning Label Leaking Fuel Warning Label CO Swim Platform and Ski Tow Warning Label Lounging Area Warning Label No Ventilation - Do Not Store Fuel Warning Label Transom/Side Door Warning Label CO-CABIN WARNING LABEL HELM WARNING LABEL...
  • Page 20 Winning Edge Sticker NMMA Certified Sticker Flush Out Warning Label (Optional) EU Builders Plate - CE Certification Plate (Export) Canadian Conformity Label Preface Owner’s.Manual.Page.16...

  • Page 21: Operation

    Check.your.local.and.state.regulations,.also... “ride out the storm”. If possible, return to safe harbor More.information.on.safety.equipment.is.provided.. and.dock.your.vessel.immediately. in.Section.B. If.caught.in.a.storm,.seek.shelter.inside.the.cabin.. Items.like.a.sea.anchor,.working.anchor,.extra.dock. and.wait.for.the.storm.to.pass..With.certain.models,. lines, flare pistol, a line permanently secured to your campers.will.provide.some.protection,.but.should.. ring.buoy,.etc..could.at.some.time.save.your.passen- not.be.relied.on.if.you.are.able.to.return.to.shore... gers.lives,.or.save.your.boat.from.damage. Exercise.care.when.high.winds.are.present! The.Coast.Guard.Auxiliary.offers.a.“Courtesy.. NOTICE Examination.” This inspection will confirm the boat is Four Winns boats are not equipped with equipped.with.all.of.the.necessary.safety.equipment. a lightning protection system. Operation - Section A Owner’s Manual Page ...

  • Page 22: Drugs.and.alcohol

    2.. Be.sure.all.necessary.safety.equipment.is.on. board.and.operative..This.includes.items.such.. DO NOT swim or dangle legs or arms into as.the.running.lights,.horn,.spotlight,.life.saving. the water during a lightning storm. Stay out devices,.etc. of the water! 3.. Check.the.bilge.water.level.and.bilge.pump. operation. Check the engine and drive fluid levels Lightning.will.seek.a.ground.when.it.strikes..Avoid. (if.applicable)..Look.for.other.signs.of.potential. contact.with.metal.parts.such.as.bow.rails,.control. problems..Check.for.the.scent.of.fuel.fumes. handle,.or.windshield. 4.. Activate.the.Bilge.Blower..Check.the.blower. output. A - 7 DRUGS AND ALCOHOL Please.keep.in.mind.that.along.with.the.fun.of.boating.

  • Page 23: Engine.operational.procedures

    A - 9 ENGINE OPERATIONAL 5.. Start.and.operate.the.bilge.blower.system.for.at. least.four.(4).minutes.before.start-up. PROCEDURES 6.. Lower.the.vertical.outdrive.units.(on.applicable. NOTICE models).making.sure.the.water.intakes.are.under. Consult engine operator’s manual for the.water. specific procedure for your particular model. The following information is general in B. Cold Engine Starting Procedures - nature. Additional general information is Volvo Penta Engines w/ Teleflex I-6000 located in Section S.

  • Page 24: Cold Engine Starting Procedures - Mercruiser Engines W/Dts

    detent. A double horn chirp indicates a”throttle only” . NOTICE is engaged. The neutral light will also begin to flash. Failure to move the throttle handle to the idle Move.the.shift/throttle.lever.forward.to.increase.engine. position immediately when engine starts will RPM..Note:.Engine.RPM.is.limited.while.in.“throttle. allow engine to “over-rev” and engine damage only” mode to prevent engine damage. To disengage, could result. “Over-revving” engine after off- return.the.shift/throttle.lever.back.to.the.neutral. season storage could also damage the water position..To.move.the.levers.to.the.desired.positions.

  • Page 25: Stopping.engine

    NOTICE DO NOT stop engine at speeds above idle or DO NOT shift from forward to reverse when “speed up” engine while turning off ignition. the boat is planing. Engine damage could result. NOTICE A - 10 GROUNDING AND TOWING DO NOT shift if engine speed is above 00 RPM.

  • Page 26: A.-.11. Boating.education

    If.towing.or.being.towed.is.absolutely.necessary,.use. Handling”. Also, check the local library or bookstore the.strongest.lines.available,.and.attach.them.to.the. for.additional.information.on.boating. bow.eyes.or.stern.eyes.only..Have.all.passengers.slip. on.life.jackets.and.take.a.seat.in.the.cabin.or.other. C. Charts and Maps protected.area. US.nautical.charts.are.sold.throughout.the.country.at. Governmental Printing Office stores and other agents. Chart.catalogs.are.available.by.visiting.the.National. Lines can snap or other hardware can be Oceanic.and.Atmospheric.Administration.website.at. loosened or broken while towing. Under certain http://nauticalcharts.noaa.gov/mcd/ccatalogs. conditions, this can cause severe injury or htm#state. fatality. In.addition,.many.federal.agencies.publish.recre- ational.maps,.including.the.US.Army.Corp.of.Engi- neers,.the.Forest.Service,.the.National.Park.Service,.

  • Page 27: A.-.13. Accident.reporting

    designated.state.agency..In.a.few.jurisdictions,.. If.you.see.a.distress.signal,.you.must.assume.it.is.a. real.emergency.and.render.assistance.immediately.. the.Coast.Guard.retains.registration.authority..Your. The.master.or.person.in.charge.of.a.boat.is.obligated. dealer.will.either.supply.registration.forms.or.tell.you. by.law.to.provide.assistance.to.any.individual.in.dan- where.they.may.be.obtained..The.registration.agency. will issue you a certificate that must be carried on ger.at.sea..However,.you.should.not.put.your.boat. board.when.the.boat.is.in.use..Some.states.require. or.crew.in.a.dangerous.situation.which.exceeds.your. additional.registration.when.an.out.of.state.boat.is. capabilities.or.those.of.your.boat..The.1971.Boating. Safety.Act.grants.protection.to.a.Good.Samaritan. used.within.their.boundaries. boater.offering.good.faith.assistance,.and.absolves.. a.boater.from.any.civil.liability.arising.from.assistance. Your boat has a hull identification number on the starboard.side.of.the.hull..Figure.A-1.shows.a.typical. given. identification number. Use this hull identification number.for.registration.and.to.identify.your.boat.for. A - 14 DISCHARGE OF OIL warranty.service. The.Federal.Water.Pollution.Control.Act.prohibits.. the.discharge.of.oil.waste.into.or.upon.the.navigable. waters.of.the.United.States.or.the.waters.of.the. contiguous zone if such discharge causes a film or sheen.upon.or.a.discoloration.of.the.surface.of.the.. water.or.causes.a.sludge.or.emulsion.beneath.the. surface.of.the.water..Violators.are.subject.to.a.penalty. of.$5,000. A - 15 DISPOSAL OF PLASTICS &...
  • Page 28 The.regulations.require.US.recreational.boaters,.. if your boat is 26 feet or more in length, to affix one . or.more.USCG.Trash.Dumping.Restrictions.placards. to.your.boat..The.placard.warns.against.the.discharge. of.plastic.and.other.forms.of.garbage.within.the. navigable.waters.of.the.United.States.and.specify. discharge.restrictions.beyond.the.territorial.sea... (The.territorial.sea.generally.ends.three.nautical.miles. from.the.seashore.).In.addition,.the.placard.must. contain.the.warning.that.a.person.who.violates.these. requirements.is.liable.to.civil.($25,000).and.criminal. (imprisonment).penalties..The.placard.also.must.note. that.State.and.local.regulations.may.further.restrict.. the.disposal.of.garbage. Operators.shall.display.one.or.more.placards.in.a. prominent location and in sufficient numbers so they can.be.observed.and.read.by.crew.and.passengers.. These.locations.might.include.embarkation.points,. food.service.areas,.galleys,.garbage.handling.spaces. and.common.deck.spaces.frequented.by.crew.and. passengers..We.recommend.that.these.placards.may. be.purchased.from.local.marinas,.boat.dealerships. and.marine.equipment.suppliers..A.special.placard.. is.available.for.boats.operating.on.the.Great.Lakes. NOTICE IMPORTANT: It is illegal to discharge waste from your marine sanitary device (toilet) into the water in most areas. It is your responsibility to be aware of and adhere to all local laws concerning waste discharge.

  • Page 29: Boating Safety

    Boating Safety B - 1 GENERAL The.size.of.the.PFD.should.be.appropriate.for.the. wearer..Body.weight.or.chest.size.are.common. methods.used.to.size.PFDs..It.is.your.responsibility.to. As.the.owner/operator.of.the.boat,.you.are.responsible. ensure.that.you.have.the.proper.number.and.types.of. for.assuring.that.all.required.safety.equipment.is. PFDs.on.board.and.that.your.passengers.know.where. aboard..You.should.also.consider.supplying.additional. and.how.to.use.them. equipment.as.needed.for.your.safety.and.that.of.your. passengers..Check.state.and.local.regulations.and. C. PFD Types call.the.US.Coast.Guard.Boating.Safety.Hotline.at.. 1-800-368-5647.for.information.about.required.safety. Five.types.of.PFDs.have.been.approved.by.the.US. equipment. Coast.Guard..The.PFDs.are.described.as.follows: A. Required Safety Equipment PFD Type 1, Wearable.(Figure.B-1).has.the.greatest. required.buoyancy..Its.design.allows.for.turning.most. Most.of.the.safety.equipment.required.by.federal. unconscious.persons.in.the.water.from.face.down. regulations.is.provided.as.standard.equipment.. position.to.a.vertical.or.slightly.backward,.face-up. Personal Floatation Devices (life jackets) must fit . position..It.can.greatly.increase.the.chances.of. the.person.wearing.it..If.local.regulations.require.

  • Page 30: Pfd.pointers

    3.. Teach.children.how.to.put.a.PFD.on.and.allow. them.to.try.it.in.the.water..That.way,.they.know. what.the.PFD.is.for.and.how.it.works..They.will. feel more comfortable with it if they suddenly find themselves.in.the.water. 4.. If.the.PFD.is.wet,.allow.it.to.dry.thoroughly.before. storing.it..Do.not.dry.it.in.front.of.a.radiator.or. Figure B-3: Type III, Wearable heater..Store.it.in.a.well.ventilated.area. PFD Type IV, Throwable.(Figure.B-4).is.required.in. 5.. Keep.PFDs.away.from.sharp.objects.which.can. addition.to.the.PFDs.previously.discussed..The.most. tear the fabric or puncture the floatation pads. common.Type.IV.PFD.is.a.buoyant.cushion.or.ring. 6.. For.their.own.safety.and.the.safety.of.others,.all. buoy..It.is.designed.to.be.thrown.to.a.person.in.the. nonswimmers,.poor.swimmers,.and.small.children. water,.grasped.and.held.by.the.user.until.he.or.she.. should.wear.PFD’s.at.all.times,.whether.the.boat.. is.rescued..A.Type.IV.PFD.should.always.be.in. is.stationary.or.moving. serviceable.condition.and.immediately.available.for. use. Grasping this PFD may be difficult if the rescue . 7.. Check.the.PFD.frequently.to.make.sure.that.it.is. is.delayed.or.if.the.user.is.overcome.by.hypothermia. not torn, that floatation pads have no leaks, and (loss.of.body.heat). that.all.seams.and.joints.are.securely.sewn. 8. If a PFD contains kapok, the kapok fibers may become.waterlogged.and.lose.their.buoyancy..

  • Page 31: Fire Extinguisher System

    The.Vista .models.that.measure.26.to.less.than.40. The.minimum.visual.distress.signals.required.in. ® feet.are.considered.Class.2.powerboats..All.Class.2. coastal.waters.for.a.Class.1.or.Class.2.powerboat.is. powerboats.are.required.to.carry.two.(2).B-1.type. the.following:.. approved hand portable fire extinguishers or one (1) B-2 type approved hand portable fire extinguisher. One orange flag with black square-and disc When a fixed fire extinguishing system is installed in (daytime);.and.an.S-O-S.electric.light.(nighttime);. machinery.space(s),.at.least.one.(1).B-1.type.ap- or.three.orange.smoke.signals,.hand.held.or. proved hand portable fire extinguisher is required. floating (daytime); or three red flares of hand held, meteor,.or.parachute.type.(daytime/nighttime). F. Fire Extinguisher System NOTICE An automatic FE241 agent fire extinguisher system is No single signaling device is appropriate for all standard.on.the.348.Vista .models..The.equipment. ® purposes. Consider keeping various types of utilized.has.been.so.chosen,.and.located,.to.provide.

  • Page 32: B.-.2

    Basic Gear direction,.vessel.speed,.boat.systems.maintenance,. Flashlight. Spare.batteries. Tow.line etc.).The.technical.information.included.in.this.section. Oar,.paddle. Mooring.lines. Compass is.to.inform.the.boat.owner.of.possible.cause.and. Dock.fenders. Distress.signals. First.aid.kit effects.of.carbon.monoxide.exposure..This.information. Boat.hook. VHF.radio. EPIRB* has.been.reprinted.with.permission.from.the.American. Sunscreen. Extra.warm.clothing. Charts Boat.and.Yacht.Council’s.(ABYC).technical.informa- Second.anchor.&.line. tion.report:.“Educational.Information.About.Carbon. Dewatering.device.(pump.or.bailer) Monoxide”..This.information.pertains.to.all.gasoline. Emergency.supply.of.drinking.water.and.food. powered.boats.manufactured.by.Four.Winns.. *Emergency.Position.Indicating.Radio.Beacon NOTICE Tools The boat owner should be aware that other Spark.plug.wrench.

  • Page 33: How A Person Is Affected By Carbon Monoxide

    1.. Internal.combustion.engines.such.as: 12..Slurred.speech a.. Propulsion.engines 13..Nausea b.. Generators 14..Dizziness 15..Fatigue 2. Open flame devices such as: 16..Vomiting 17..Collapse a.. Cooking.ranges 18..Convulsions b.. Central.heating.plants c.. Space.heaters NOTICE d.. Water.heaters The order of the above list is generally e.. Fireplaces the sequence of appearance of symptoms. Charcoal.grills However, the order of appearance may change for different people.

  • Page 34: Operation

    1.. Make.sure.all.exhaust.clamps.are.in.place.. Keep.engine.room.hatches.and.doors.closed.when. and.secured. operating.engines,.including.the.generator.. 2.. Make.sure.ventilation.systems.work.and.are.not. Pay.attention.to.prevailing.conditions.and.provide.for. obstructed.or.restricted. ventilation.to.induce.fresh.air.and.minimize.exhaust. re-entry..Orient.the.boat.for.maximum.dissipation.of. 3.. Make.sure.gaps.around.the.engine.room.plumbing. the.exhaust..DO.NOT.run.the.boat.or.boat.equipment. and.cableways.and.exhaust.system.doors,. for.extended.periods.under.these.conditions... hatches,.and.access.panels.are.minimized.to. See.Figure.B-7. reduce.the.opportunity.for.CO.to.enter.the.accom- modation.space(s). H. Operation Cold.Start.vs..Warm.Start:.CO.production.is.greater. while.the.combustion.chamber.surfaces.and.gas. passages.are.cold.versus.when.they.are.warm..A.boat.operator.should: 1.. Pay.attention.to.ventilating.the.boat. Figure B-7: The effect of sea walls and other confined spaces. 2.. Orient.the.boat.so.it.will.allow.the.maximum. dissipation.of.CO..

  • Page 35: Backdrafting.(Station.wagon.effect)

    K. Backdrafting (Station Wagon Effect) Backdrafting or the “station wagon effect” is caused . Exhaust Fumes! by.air.movement.over.or.around.a.boat.creating.a.low. Hull exhaust from your boat can cause pressure.area.or.suction.area.around.the.stern.that. excessive accumulation of poisonous carbon can.increase.CO.level.on.the.boat..Backdrafting.can. monoxide gas within cockpit areas when using be.affected.by.relative.wind.direction.,.boat.speed,. protective weather coverings (while underway and.boat.trim.angle..See.Figure.B-9.Backdrafting.-.. or while stationary). Provide adequate Airflows Over Boat and Behind Transom”.

  • Page 36: Accumulation Of Exhaust Gases-Swim Platform

    6.. Be.aware.that.cockpit.and.deck.drains.can.be.a. O. Air Conditioning source.of.CO.ingress.into.boats,.especially.boats.. with.cockpit.or.decks.enclosed.with.canvas.or. Lack.of.system.maintenance.may.cause.CO.to.be. permanent.boat.structures.. brought.into.the.air-conditioned.spaces.by.the.air. conditioner..Please.refer.to.the.air.conditioner.. L. Accumulation of Exhaust Gases- manufacturer’s.literature.for.additional.information. Swim Platform P. Ventilation of Accommodation When.the.propulsion.engine(s).or.generator.is.. (Occupied) Spaces running,.CO.is.produced.and.may.remain.in.the. vicinity.of.the.exhaust.outlet.(including.underwater. Accommodation.spaces.need.to.be.ventilated.to. exhaust.outlets.such.as.sterndrives.and.outboards)... introduce.fresh.air.into.the.spaces..Ventilation.meth- Refer.to.Figure.B-14. ods.(e.g..windows,.hatches,.doors,.and.blowers).. used.to.accomplish.this.may,.under.certain.conditions,. 1.. Do.not.occupy.aft.lounging.area(s).. bring.hazardous.levels.of.CO.into.the.occupied. or.swim.platform. spaces..Care.should.be.taken.to.be.aware.of.all. prevailing.conditions.when.using.these.ventilating. 2..

  • Page 37: Maintenance.-.Engine.performance

    in.the.accumulation.of.carbon.monoxide.in.the.. U. Maintenance - External Conditions accommodation.(occupied).space..Do not use gasoline powered portable generators on Four External conditions that contribute to inefficient engine Winns boats. performance.can.include: ® T. Maintenance - Engine Performance 1.. Fouled.hull.bottom Efficient engine performance is vital to minimizing . 2.. Damaged.and.fouled.running.gear.. CO.production..The.following.items.are.those.consid- (i.e.,.shaft,.strut.propeller,.rudder.and.trim.tabs) ered.to.have.the.greatest.effect.on.increased.CO. production: 3.. Incorrect.selection.of.propeller.size 1.. Fuel.Systems.-.Fuel.that.is.contaminated,.stale.. V. Maintenance - Exhaust System Integrity or.incorrect.octane.number Gas.tight.integrity.of.exhaust.systems.must.be.

  • Page 38: Maintenance.-.Bulkhead.and.deck.integrity

    CO intox- CO.vapors. ication. See your Four Winns dealer for assis- tance in diagnosing the cause for the alarm. 2.. Check.gaskets.and.sealing.surfaces.on.hatches,. doors,.and.access.panels. NOTICE Y. Maintenance - Air Conditioning Systems...

  • Page 39: B.-.3

    B - 3 SAFE BOATING PRACTICES •... Do.not.use.the.boat.in.bad.weather.or.sea... conditions.beyond.the.skill.or.experience.of... the.operator.or.the.comfortable.capability.. NOTICE of.the.boat.or.passengers. YOU are responsible for your own safety, the safety of your passengers, and the safety of •.. Make.sure.the.passengers.and.gear.do.not. fellow boaters. obstruct.the.operator’s.view.or.impede.his. ability.to.move. A. Drugs and Alcohol •.. Do.not.exceed.the.maximum.engine.power. rating stated on the certification plate located inside.the.boat.

  • Page 40: First.aid

    WATER SPORTS a.boat.but.you.should.also.learn.the.proper.proce- dures.and.be.ready.to.deal.with.the.truly.serious. problems.like.mouth-to-mouth.resuscitation,.excessive. bleeding,.hypothermia,.and.burns..First.aid.literature. PERSONAL INJURY and.courses.are.available.through.most.Red.Cross. Four Winns boats are not designed for and ® chapters. should not be used for pulling parasails, kites, gliders or any device which can become F. Operation By Minors airborne. Use boat only for appropriate water sports.

  • Page 41: Water.skiing/Wakeboarding/Kneeboarding

    4.. Give.immediate.attention.to.a.person.who.has. 10..Do.not.drive.the.boat.directly.behind.a.water.skier.. fallen..He.or.she.is.vulnerable.in.the.water.alone. At.25.miles.per.hour,.the.boat.will.overtake.a. and.may.not.be.seen.by.other.boaters.. fallen.skier.who.was.200.feet.in.front.in.about.. 5.seconds. 5.. Approach.a.person.in.the.water.from.the.lee.side. (opposite.the.direction.of.the.wind)..Turn off the B. Water Skiing/Wakeboarding/Kneeboarding motor at least a boat length from the person. The.popular.sport.of.water.skiing.has.brought.a.. 6.. Turn.engine.off.and.anchor.before.swimming. special.set.of.safety.precautions.to.observe.in.boating.. The.following.guides.help.prevent.accidents.while.. 7.. Always.participate.in.water.sports.in.safe.areas.. water.skiing. Stay.away.from.other.boats,.beaches,.restricted. areas,.swimmers.and.heavily.traveled.waterways.. 1.. Water.ski.only.in.safe.areas,.away.from.other. boats.and.swimmers,.out.of.channels,.and.in.. 8... Swim.only.in.areas.designated.as.safe.for.swim- water.free.of.underwater.obstructions.
  • Page 42 Rotating Propeller! Rotating propeller can cut or sever causing serious injury or death. Switch engine off before skiers enter the water and before taking skiers aboard. Do not leave engine running in neutral. Accidently engaging shift can seriously injure skier. For.more.information.about.waterskiing,.wakeboard- ing,.and/or.kneeboarding,.please.visit.the.American.

  • Page 43: Basic Seamanship

    Basic Seamanship C - 1 GENERAL Basic.rules.of.seamanship,.general.information.about. navigational.aids,.and.sources.for.additional.reading. and.boater.education.are.presented.in.this.portion.of. your.owner’s.manual. A. Boating Regulations The.US.Coast.Guard.is.the.authority.of.the.waterways.. State.boating.regulations.are.enforced.by.local.au- thorities. Your boat is subject to the marine traffic laws known as “Rules of the Road,” which are enforced by the US Coast Guard. You are subject to marine traffic laws and “Rules of the Road” for both federal and state waterways;.you.must.stop.if.signaled.to.do.so.by.en- forcement officers, and permit them to board if asked. The.“Navigational.Rules,.International-Inland.Rules.of. the Road” can be obtained from the US Coast Guard 2. Meeting Head-On website.at.www.uscgboating.org. When.two.boats.meet.head-on.neither.boat.has. Many.pamphlets.prepared.by.the.US.Coast.Guard.are. right-of-way..Both.boats.should.decrease.speed.and. available..They.explain.signal.lights,.buoys,.safety,.in- pass;.port.to.port..However,.if.both.boats.are.on.the. ternational.and.inland.regulations.and.other.information. left.side.of.a.channel,.each.vessel.should.sound.two. which.goes.beyond.the.scope.of.this.manual..“Aids.to. short.horn.blasts.and.pass.to.starboard.to.starboard.. Navigation” (US Coast Guard pamphlet #123) explains See.Figure.C-1. the significance of various lights and buoys. Because of proposed.alterations.to.buoys.and.markers,.contact.the. US.Coast.Guard.or.visit.their.website.to.stay.informed.
  • Page 44 6. Night Running Boats.operating.between.sunset.and.sunrise.(hours. vary.by.state),.or.in.conditions.of.reduced.visibility,. must.use.navigational.lights..Nighttime.operation,. especially.during.bad.weather.or.fog,.can.be.danger- ous. All “Rules of the Road” apply at night, but it is best.to.slow.down.and.stay.clear.of.all.boats.regard- less.of.who.has.right-of-way. Danger Zone To.see.more.easily.at.night,.avoid.bright.lights.when. 112.5 possible..Also,.it.is.helpful.to.have.a.passenger.keep. watch.for.other.boats,.water.hazards,.and.naviga- tional.aids. To.determine.the.size,.speed.and.direction.of.other. Figure C-2: Crossing Situation vessels.at.night,.you.should.use.running.lights... A.green.light.indicates.the.starboard.side,.and.the. 4. Overtaking red.light.indicates.the.port.side..Generally,.if.you.see. a.green.light,.you.have.the.right-of-way;.if.you.see.. The.boat.overtaking.the.one.ahead.must.yield.the.. a.red.light,.give.way.to.the.other.vessel... right-of-way.to.the.boat.being.passed..The.overtaking. See.Figure.C-4. boat.must.make.necessary.adjustments.to.keep.out.of. its.path..The.boat.being.passed.should.hold.its.course.. and.speed..See.Figure.C-3. Inland Rules Stand-on (Privileged) Inland Rules Vessel Being Overtaken “I.want.to.pass.you.on.your.

  • Page 45: C.-.2

    blasts).if.intent.is.not.clear..A.short.blast.is.one.or.two. NOTICE seconds.long..A.long.blast.is.4.to.6.seconds.long..The. Buoys are anchored floating objects and may Navigational.Aids.Chart.at.the.end.of.this.section.lists. not always be in exactly the same position. the.meanings.of.the.various.whistle.signals. Daymarks.are.red.or.green.boards.with.numbers.. C - 2 NAVIGATIONAL AIDS They.are.on.posts.or.groups.of.pilings.tied.together. and.called.dolphins..Daymarks.and.their.supports.. Aids.to.navigation.(ATONS).help.you.to.travel.safely.on. are.daybeacons..Daybeacons.may.or.may.not.have. the.water..They.help.you.get.from.one.place.to.another. lights..If.a.red.or.green.daybeacon.has.a.light,.it.is. and.are.most.helpful.if.you.have.a.nautical.chart..A. the.same.color.as.the.marker-red.or.green..Red.day- navigational.aids.chart.is.at.the.end.of.this.section. marks.are.triangular.and.have.even.numbers..Green. daymarks.are.square.and.have.odd.numbers. Red Right Returning.is.a.basic.rule.to.assist.you.in. NEVER tie your vessel to an ATON.

  • Page 46: D..the.uniform.state.waterway.marking.system

    a light, note its color and pattern or timing of flashes, G. Anchoring and compare it to your chart to find its location. The.weight.of.the.anchor.and.diameter.of.anchor.line. D. The Uniform State Waterway Marking System should.be.governed.by.the.size.and.weight.of.your. boat..Keep.anchor.secure.while.underway.to.prevent. This.section.discusses.three.kinds.of.markers.in.this. damage.or.injury.due.to.sudden.shifting.in.the.boat’s. system:..Regulatory,.Informational,.and.Lateral. attitude. Regulatory.markers.in.this.system.are.either.signs.or. Use.two.or.more.anchors.if.anchoring.overnight.or. buoys..Signs.are.square.with.orange.borders..Regula- for.extended.periods..If.not.using.two.anchors,.make. tory.buoys.are.white.and.shaped.like.cylinders..They. certain there is sufficient clearance for your boat to have.horizontal.orange.bands.near.their.tops.and. swing.in.a.full.circle.to.prevent.damage.in.case.of. just.above.the.water’s.surface..An.orange.circle.on.a. shifting.winds. marker.means.a.controlled.area..A.message.such.as. ”No Wake, Idle Speed, No Skiing, or 5 M.P.H.” may . Make.certain.you.have.enough.anchor.line.(or.scope). appear.on.a.marker..An.orange.diamond.means.. for.the.depth.of.water..Your.anchor.line.should.be. danger..If.a.diamond.has.an.orange.cross.inside.it,.. 6.to.7.times.the.depth.of.water.anchored.in..For.ex- do.not.enter.the.area..The.reason.you.should.stay.out,. ample,.if.you.are.in.20.feet.of.water,.use.120.to.140. such as “Swim Area” may be printed in black on . feet.of.anchor.line. the.marker. Informational.Markers.are.white.signs.with.orange.bor- ders..They.give.information.such.as.direction,.distance,.

  • Page 47: C.-.3

    Raise.the.anchor.manually.or.by.using.the.windlass.. Whiting,.John.and.Bottomley,.Tom..Chapman’s.Log. if.applicable..Make.sure.the.chain.stop.is.engaged.. and.Owner’s.Manual..192.p.(ISBN.0-686-96737-2).. if.windlass.is.used..Properly.stow.anchor.and.. Hearst.Marine.Book. anchor.line. Chapman,.Charles.F..and.Maloney,.E.S..Chapman’s.. Piloting,.Seamanship.and.Small.Boat.Handling... (illus.)..62.p..(ISBN.0-87851-814-2,.Pub..by.. Always be sure to raise and secure the anchor Hearst.Bks.);.deluxe.ed..(ISBN.0-87851-815-0)... prior to operating your boat. Failure to raise Morrow. and secure anchor before getting underway could result in severe injury or damage to boat National.Fire.Protection.Association..Fire.Protection.

  • Page 48: C.-.5

    United.States.Coast.Guard.Headquarters C - 6 NAVIGATIONAL AIDS CHART 2100.2nd.St.,.SW Washington,.D.C..20593-0001 The.illustrated.Navigational.Aids.Charts.contain.. 202.267-1060 information.concerning.whistle.signals,.storm.. website:.www.uscgboating.org warnings,.bridge.signals,.and.buoy.descriptions... See.the.inside.back.cover.of.this.manual. United.States.Power.Squadron P.O..Box.30423 Raleigh,.NC.27617 website:.www.usps.org C - 5 OWNER’S LOGS AND RECORDS At.the.end.of.this.owner’s.manual.are.several.forms. which you will find very helpful. The.Float Plan.provides.a.record.of.your.destination,. departure.and.return.times,.boat.description,.passen- ger.list,.and.other.information.about.the.trip.you.have. planned..At.the.bottom.of.the.form.is.space.for.listing. emergency.telephone.numbers.in.case.your.return. is.delayed.past.the.expected.time..It.also.has.space. for indicating information about the person filing this report..Leave.the.completed.form.ashore.with.a.. responsible.person..We.recommend.you.make.. several.copies.of.this.form.each.boating.season.to.. assure.an.ample.supply. The.Fuel Log.is.a.handy.way.to.record.information.

  • Page 49: Warranty And Service

    Warranty and Service D - 1 FOUR WINNS WARRANTY POLICY within.approximately.30.days.from.the.day.of.your. boat.purchase..If.you.have.not.received.your.Winning. Edge™.card.within.this.time.frame.please.contact. The.Four.Winns.Winning.Edge™.Owner.Protection. your.Four.Winns.selling.dealer.for.resolution..If. Plan.provides.the.new.Four.Winns.purchaser.with.one. upon.receipt.of.the.card.you.discover.a.discrepancy,. of.the.most.comprehensive.corporate.commitments. please.notify.Four.Winns.at.231.775-1343..A.correct- in.the.marine.industry.today..The.Winning.Edge™. ed.Winning.Edge™.card.will.then.be.sent.to.you. Owner Protection Plan defines the warranty coverage on.all.units.manufactured.by.Four.Winns..It.thoroughly. Other.equipment.manufacturers.also.require.that. describes.the.warranty.policies.and.those.procedures. their.products.be.registered.with.the.respective.. to.be.followed.to.obtain.warranty.coverage..Review.. companies..Warranty.registration.cards.are.provided. the.Four.Winns.Owner.Protection.Plan.and.limited.. in.the.owner’s.information.packet. warranty.statements.carefully. All.engines.utilized.in.the.Four.Winns .product.are.. ® D - 4 TRANSFER OF WARRANTY warranted.by.the.engine.manufacturer..Your.Four.

  • Page 50: Insurance.coverage

    terms.of.the.Winning.Edge™.Owner.Protection.Plan. Your.Four.Winns.dealer.will.sign.the.Pre-Delivery. or.Limited.Warranties..We.provide.this.service.to.the. Inspection.Form.of.the.Warranty.Registration.Card. purchasers.of.Pre-Owned.Four.Winns .boats.in.the. upon.completion.of.the.work..You.will.also.be.asked. ® interest.of.better.boating..Four.Winns.welcomes.every. to.sign.the.Pre-Delivery.Inspection.Form.upon.ac- purchaser.of.a.Four.Winns .boat,.new.or.used,.to.. cepting.delivery.of.the.boat..You.are.to.retain.the.two. ® our.family. copies marked “Boat Owner”. Your dealer is to retain the copy marked “Dealer copy” for his records. The Manufacturer’s.copy.is.electronically.sent.to.the.Four. D - 6 INSURANCE COVERAGE Winns.Customer.Service.Department. One.of.your.responsibilities.as.a.new.boat.owner.is.to. acquire.proper.insurance.protection..Insurance.should. D - 9 REPLACEMENT PARTS include.comprehensive.and.general.liability.coverage. appropriate to your financial needs. Please contact Four.Winns.dealers.are.equipped.with.a.Four.Winns. your.local.agent.for.assistance.on.insurance.coverage. parts.manual.that.details.the.components.of.each. model.and.their.appropriate.part.numbers..Many. Four.Winns.dealers.inventory.common.replacement. D - 7 SERIAL NUMBER RECORD components.

  • Page 51: D.-.11. Construction.standards

    5.. Schedule.your.20-hour.boat.and.engine.checkup. •.. Environmental.regulations with.your.dealer. •.. Accident.reporting 6.. Know.how.to.safely.operate.your.boat.and.the.rules. of.the.road.before.you.use.your.boat. D - 11 CONSTRUCTION STANDARDS IMPORTANT:.Make.sure.that.your.dealer.checks. All.Four.Winns .boats.meet.or.exceed.the.construc- ® the.engine.alignment.during.your.boat’s.20-hour. tion.standards.set.by.the.US.Coast.Guard.and.. checkup..The.engine.alignment.check.should. the.American.Boat.and.Yacht.Council.(ABYC).con- be.performed.in.accordance.with.recommended. cerning: procedures.as.stated.by.the.engine.manufacturer.in. your.engine.owner’s.manual..Failure.to.do.so.could. •.. Navigational.lights result.in.drive.train.damage.which.is.not.covered. •.. Factory-installed.fuel.systems under.the.warranty. •.. Engine.and.fuel.tank.compartment.ventilation •.. Flotation 7.. We.recommend.that.you.review.your.engine.own- •.. Steering.systems ers manual and warranty certificate for break-in • Backfire flame arresters advice,.initial.inspection.and.service.requirements.
  • Page 52 Warranty and Service - Section D Owner’s Manual Page ...

  • Page 53: Name/Address.change.form

    NAME / ADDRESS CHANGE FORM Name.&.Address:. ___________________________________________________ Please print clearly. ___________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________ Telephone.&.E-Mail.Address:. ___________________________________________________ Hull Identification Number: ___________________________________________________ Boat.Model:. ___________________________________________________ NOTE:.For.warranty.transfer.please.use. the.Warranty.Transfer.Request.Form.also. Date.of.Purchase:. ___________________ included.in.this.manual. NAME / ADDRESS CHANGE FORM Name.&.Address:. ___________________________________________________ Please print clearly. ___________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________ Telephone.&.E-Mail.Address:. ___________________________________________________ Hull Identification Number: ___________________________________________________ Boat.Model:.
  • Page 54 Warranty and Service - Section D Owner’s Manual Page 0...

  • Page 55: Warranty.registration.transfer.request

    (5) years of the original retail sale. The transfer fee must be paid within fifteen (15) days of purchase of the used boat by check, money order or cashier’s check payable to Four Winns. We will notify the appropriate engine manufacturer of the boat warranty transfer.
  • Page 56 Warranty and Service - Section D Owner’s Manual Page ...

  • Page 57: Engines And Instrumentation

    Engines, Drives and Instrumentation E - 1 GENERAL created.by.exhaust.fumes..Familiarize.yourself.with. the.symptoms.of.individuals.overcome.by.carbon. monoxide,.and.most.importantly,.ways.you.can.. protect.yourself.and.your.guests. DO NOT attempt to service any engine without being totally familiar with the safe and proper service procedures. Do not attempt to maintain DO NOT inhale exhaust fumes! Exhaust or adjust an engine while it is running.

  • Page 58: Carbon.monoxide.monitor

    CO intox- Fatal carbon monoxide poisoning can occur. ication. See your Four Winns dealer for assist- ance in diagnosing the cause for the alarm. 6.. If.possible,.ventilate.your.cabin.while.under.way.. Open.a.forward.hatch.or.window.to.allow.air.to.

  • Page 59: E.-.3. Engines.&.Drive.system

    E - 3 ENGINE & DRIVE SYSTEM the.engine.mounted.in.the.extreme.stern.of.the.boat. with.the.output.shaft.facing.forward..A.transmission. which.performs.shifting.functions.is.mounted.directly. A. Engine onto.the.engine..A.V-drive.reduction.gearbox.is. mounted.directly.to.the.transmission..The.prop.shaft.. The.348.Vista .model.is.equipped.with.twin.engine. ® is.then.connected.to.the.V-drive.output.coupling... propulsion..Depending.on.which.model.either.stern. See.Figure.E-2. drive.or.inboard,.a.choice.of.Mercruiser ,.Crusader ® ® or.Volvo-Penta .engines.are.offered..Please.consult. ® the.engine.owner’s.manual.provided.with.this.manual. for.operation.and.maintenance.information..See.your. Four.Winns.dealer.for.complete.engine.availability. B. Stern Drive A.stern.drive.or.inboard/outboard.propulsion.system. has.a.piston.engine.equipped.with.special.marine. components.mounted.near.the.transom.and.coupled. to.an.external.outdrive-type.transmission.unit..Shifting. is.performed.within.the.outdrive.upper.gear.case... This.type.of.system.is.depicted.in.Figure.E-1. Figure E-2: V-drive NOTICE Always return the engine throttle lever to the extreme low speed position before shifting.

  • Page 60: Strut

    Proper.performance.of.the.shaft.seal.is.directly. C. Propeller Shaft dependent.upon.correct.propeller.shaft.alignment.. Propeller.damage,.a.bent.strut.or.shaft,.or.abnormal. NOTICE wear,.settling,.etc.,.are.common.reasons.for.misalign- When.lifting.the.boat,.always.position.the.lifting. ment..Therefore,.periodically.have.the.shaft.alignment. straps at the corresponding “sling” labels. checked.and.have.adjustments.made.when.neces- Lifting.the.boat.with.lifting.straps.over.the.prop. sary.. shafts.will.cause.the.shafts.to.become.bent.. Improper.lifting.technique.will.not.be.covered. under.warranty. To.prevent.personal.injury,.keep.away. from. the. propulsion. machinery. during. The.prop.shafts.of.all.our.V-drive.boats.are.aligned.at. its.operation.or.whenever.the.boat.is.in. the.factory..Prop.shaft.alignment.should.be.checked. motion..Movement.of.water.past.a.pro- by.your.dealer.during.pre-delivery.service..Shaft. peller.can.cause.the.propeller,.propeller. alignment.should.be.checked.again.forty-eight.hours. shaft,. and. other. propulsion. machinery. after.initial.commissioning..Periodic.checks.of.shaft. to.rotate.even.if.that.equipment.is.not. alignments,.and.engine.V-drive.mounting.bolts.should. being.operated.intentionally. be.made;.especially.if.noise.or.vibration.occurs. NOTICE Prop Shaft Shaft Log...

  • Page 61: Propellers

    Coupling Alignment Procedure: E - 5 PROPELLERS 1.. Boat.must.be.in.water.for.at.least.24.hours.. Knowledge.of.the.propeller.is.most.easily.gained. before.alignment.is.started. through.better.understanding.of.the.terminology.. used.to.refer.to.the.aspects.of.propeller.size.and. 2.. Check.to.be.sure.that.the.shaft.can.be.turned.. performance..It.should.be.noted.the.Vista .inboard. ® with.one.hand.on.the.coupling. models.are.equipped.with.nibral.propellers.and.most. stern.drive.Vista .models.include.stainless.steel. ® 3.. Assure.that.all.shaft.coupling.nuts.and.bolts.. propellers. are.installed.but.loose. 4.. Separate.coupling.face.from.transmission.. A. Diameter output flange. Diameter.is.twice.the.distance.from.the.center.of.. 5.. Using.a.set.of.feeler.gauges,.measure.the.gap. the.prop.shaft.to.the.extreme.tip.of.a.propeller.blade.. between.the.coupling.face.and.the.transmission. Increasing.or.decreasing.propeller.size.will.have.a. output.face,.next.to.each.bolt,.without.rotating.. direct.bearing.on.the.RPM’s.an.engine.will.develop.. the.shaft..

  • Page 62: Prop.slip

    C. Prop Slip When.traveling.through.water.a.propeller.is.unable.. to get a complete bite because of the fluidity of water. “Prop slip” is usually expressed as a percent of the computed theoretical speed. Twenty-five to thirty-five percent.prop.slip.is.common.for.a.cruiser-type.boat. operating.at.cruising.speed. Changing.either.diameter.or.pitch.will.have.an.effect. on.engine.speed.and.prop.slip,.and.in.turn,.directly. effect.the.performance.of.a.boat..The.propellers. included.with.each.Four.Winns .boat.provide.the.best. ® general.performance.based.on.data.obtained.from. Figure E-6: Prop Installation on-the-water.testing.of.that.model..Variations.in.load,. operating.conditions,.environment,.the.individual. NOTICE engine.and.hull.performance.may.necessitate.the. purchase.and.use.of.another.propeller(s). Should it be necessary to change propellers, always use an appropriate propeller removal Under.your.normal.load.conditions,.the.engines. tool or “Prop Puller.” DO NOT attempt removal should.turn.within.the.maximum.RPM.range.when.at.

  • Page 63: Fresh.water.cooling

    exhaust.relief.and.the.exhaust.through.the.propeller. These.Vista .models.use.surface.water.as.a.cooling. ® hub..Inboard.models.expel.water.and.exhaust.through. medium.for.the.heat.exchanger..The.cooling.water. exhaust.ports..A.temperature.gauge(s).located.on. employed.enters.the.system.through.a.water.intake. your.instrument.panel.monitors.engine(s).tempera- and.is.relinquished.through.the.exhaust.manifold. tures. system.Inboards.utilize.thru-hull.water.intake.scoops.. These.types.of.intakes.have.an.external.strainer... NOTICE Be.sure.strainers.are.kept.free.of.mud,.weeds.and. Inboard boats utilize exhaust hoses to other.debris..Some.boating.areas.require.that.addi- relinquish cooling water. A periodic inspection tional strainers or water intake filters be installed. of the hoses, muffler and related parts should Reference.Section.P-3.-.Equipment.Installation,.in.this. be made to insure that leaks or heat manual.for.installation.instructions.and.consult.your.

  • Page 64: Power.trim

    The.running.angle.can.be.controlled.through.the.use. NOTICE of.power.trim.(stern.drives).and/or.trim.tabs..See. DO NOT operate the engine with the stern Section.E-8.-.Trim.Tabs.and.Section.S-7.-.Trimming. drive tilted up. Severe damage to the engine Your.Boat.for.information.on.the.use.of.trim.tabs.and. drive system can result. Consult the Engine tilt/trim.control.switches.(if.applicable). Owner’s manual for specific information. E - 8 TRIM TABS to 5 Electric/hydraulic.trim.tabs.are.standard.equipment.

  • Page 65: Induced.planning.&.Controlling.trim.angle

    Pressing.the.lower.starboard.trim.tab.switch.will.cause. After.gaining.plane.and.establishing.cruising.speed,. the.port.trim.tab.to.move.upward.and.will.result.in.the. pressing.both.lower.trim.tab.switches.will.cause.both. starboard.bow.being.allowed.to.rise. trim.tabs.to.move.upward.and.will.allow.the.bow.to. rise..This.should.be.used.to.adjust.the.running.attitude. Pressing.the.upper.port.trim.tab.switch.will.cause.the. of.the.boat.to.decrease.the.drag.at.cruising.speed.or. starboard.trim.tab.to.move.downward.and.will.force. above,.or.when.running.in.a.following.sea. the.port.bow.downward. When.running.at.an.engine.speed.that.results.in.the. boat.falling.off.plane.or.causes.the.boat.to.plane. Pressing.the.upper.starboard.trim.tab.switch.will. inefficiently, lowering both tabs slightly (bow down) . cause.the.port.trim.tab.to.move.downward.and.will. will.improve.the.running.angle.and.improve.operating. force.the.starboard.bow.downward.. efficiency. Always.establish.your.intended.heading.and.attain. Optimum efficiency is obtained when operating at a 3 desired.cruising.speed.before.trying.to.adjust.running. to.5.degree.running.angle..Utilizing.too.much.“Bow. attitude.(using.the.trim.tabs). Down” trim tab can reduce operating efficiency and cause substantial steering and handling difficulties. . Be.extremely.careful.when.running.in.a.following.sea.. The effect of trim tabs is amplified under such condi- Always press the trim tab switches in short one tions. Steering and handling difficulties can result from () second bursts. If pressed too long, you can improper.trim.tab.usage,.especially.in.a.following.sea..

  • Page 66: Tachometer

    The.348.Vista .models.have.individual.gauges.. ® in.the.dash.panel.as.standard.instrumentation... See.Figure.E-8.. Figure E-8: Vista Helm Station (Representative View - Models May Vary) A. Tachometer The.tachometers.indicate.the.speed.of.the.engines.in. revolutions.per.minute.(RPM).and.are.preset.by.Four. Figure E-9: Tachometer - Rear View Winns..This.speed.is.not.the.boat.speed.or.necessar- ily.the.speed.of.the.propeller..They.may.not.register. B. Speedometer zero.with.the.ignition.key.in.the.OFF.position..Note:. The.348.Vista .models.come.with.a.tachometer/hour. ® A.speedometer.is.not.available.on.the.348.Vista ® meter.combination.gauge.which.allows.for.hour.meter. models..With.the.optional.GPS/Navigational.package. viewing.at.the.helm..Please.refer.to.Section.. the.ability.to.monitor.your.speed.becomes.available.. E-9J.-.Engine.Hour.Meter.for.information.regarding.

  • Page 67: Temperature.gauge

    C. Temperature Gauge - NOTICE (Included in 4-in-1 Gauge) Fuel gauges are not precision instruments. The reading is relative, and should never The.temperature.gauge.monitors.the.cooling.system. be relied upon as the sole indicator of fuel of.the.engine..A.sudden.increase.in.the.temperature. availability. could.be.a.signal.of.a.blocked.cooling.passage.or.a. water.pump.malfunction. NOTICE NOTICE Use only clean, dry fuel of the type and grade Operation of an overheated engine can recommended by the engine manufacturer.

  • Page 68: Alarm.system

    Figure E-12: Navigation Package (Representative View - Models & Equipment May Vary) NOTICE Four Winns does not limit you to this specific 1. Ship to Shore VHF Radio navigational package mentioned above. There are many navigational systems on the market A.VHF.radio.is.optional.equipment.offered.with.the.

  • Page 69: Instrument.maintenance

    The.VHF.radio.with.microphone.is.mounted.on.the. helm..If.equipped,.additional.information.is.included.. in.the.manufacturer’s.literature.included.in.the.. owner’s.packet. 2. GPS/Plotter/Radar A.GPS/chart.plotter.is.an.electronic.system.through. which.a.navigator.can.determine.his.position.regard- less.of.weather..The.GPS.sensor.receives.high. frequency.radio.signals.generated.from.satellites.to. Figure E-13: Compass generate.coordinate.readings.on.the.display..The. GPS.navigational.unit.takes.this.information.and.. After.all.personal.equipment.is.installed,.including.all. uses.it.to.determine.the.vessel’s.exact.position.and. electronics.(VHF.radio,.GPS,.chart.plotter,.etc.),.the. indicates.the.vessels.position.on.the.chart.plotter... compass.must.be.properly.calibrated..DO.NOT.rely.. The.chart.plotter.allows.one’s.course.to.be.plotted. on.the.compass.readings.until.initial.adjustment. electronically..Factory.installed.GPS/Plotter.system.. (compensation).has.been.performed..The.boat.has.a. is.one.of.the.optional.navigational.packages.offered... factory.installed.compass,.the.manufacturer’s.instruc- It.is.mounted.at.the.helm..If.equipped,.refer.to.the. tions.are.provided.in.the.owner’s.packet..Most.areas. manufacturer’s.literature.included.in.the.owner’s. have.local.companies.that.specialize.in.compass. packet. adjustment..If.unsure.of.the.proper.compensation. techniques,.consider.having.the.adjustment.done. NOTICE professionally to insure accuracy and confidence in You should not rely on these displays as your the.compass.

  • Page 70: Control Systems

    Control Systems F - 1 GENERAL NOTICE Allow the engine to warm up before engaging Control.systems.permit.operation.of.the.engine’s. the shift control. Monitor all instruments while throttle.and.shift.mechanisms..Typically,.they.consist. engine is idling during warm-up. of.three.major.components;.the.control,.the.throttle. and.shift.cables..Models.with.an.electronic.binnacle. control.consist.of.the.control.head,.electronic.control. F - 2 CONTROL OPERATION units.(ECUs),.and.actuators.. The.348.Vista .stern.drive.models.are.equipped.with. ®...

  • Page 71: Shifting.and.control.speed

    NOTICE For models with dual electronic binnacle Any time the boat is operated, be aware of controls, consult the control manufacturer’s changes in shift system operation. A sudden manual included in your owner’s packet for the increase in shift effort of the shifter levers, or engine synchronization procedures.

  • Page 72: Control.system.maintenance

    F - 4 CONTROL SYSTEM MAINTENANCE The.dual.electronic.binnacle.control.is.designed.for. years.of.dependable.service.with.little.or.no.mainte- nance.required..If.the.unit.comes.in.contact.with.salt. spray,.wipe.the.exposed.surfaces.with.a.clean.cloth. dampened.with.fresh.water. NOTICE DO NOT attempt to repair the control unit yourself. There are no user serviceable parts inside. Repairs should be performed only by an authorized Teleflex Marine technicians. Be sure to follow the instructions in the Technical Information section under “Troubleshooting”...

  • Page 73: Steering Systems

    Steering Systems G - 1 GENERAL B. Rotary Steering - Stern Drive In.the.rotary.system,.a.rotary.drum.assembly.is. The.stern.drive.Vista .models.are.equipped.with. ® mounted.under.the.dash.behind.the.steering.wheel... rotary-type.steering.systems..Inboard.models.are. A.one.piece.cable.runs.from.the.drum.assembly. equipped.with.hydraulic.steering..A.tilt.steering.wheel. through.the.boat.into.the.engine.compartment... is.standard.on.the.Vista .models.. ® At.the.transom,.the.cable.turns.and.is.connected.. to.the.drive.tiller.and.the.power.steering.unit.. A. Tilt Steering & Tilt Steering Hydraulic - Inboard C. Power Steering - Stern Drive The.steering.wheel.can.be.tilted.up.or.down.so.as.to.

  • Page 74: Hydraulic.steering.-.Inboard.models

    After the first two hours of running time, check After the first two hours of running time, check the entire steering system for loose bolts, nuts the entire steering system for loose bolts, nuts and fasteners which could adversely affect and fasteners which could adversely affect steering control.

  • Page 75: G.-.3. Rudders

    effort.is.not.reduced.to.a.level.where.it.can.be. The.reading.on.the.gauge.can.be.adjusted.by.loosen- wheeled “lock to lock” without a concentrated turning ing.the.three.screws.securing.the.electrical.sending. effort. unit.and.turning.the.sending.unit.either.clockwise.and. counterclockwise.slightly..The.reading.will.vary. accordingly. Steering effort can vary significantly with engine acceleration, steering angle, trim angle, and sea condition. Be prepared for additional steering loads at all times. G - 3 RUDDERS - Inboard Models On.inboard.models,.the.dual.V-drives.have.two. rudders..These.are.coupled.together.at.the.tiller.arms.
  • Page 76 The.helm.and.cable.assembly.(if.applicable).should. be.so.adjusted.that.the.steering.wheel.is.centered.with. the.drives.or.rudders.in.the.straight.ahead.position.. There.should.be.an.equal.number.of.turns.to.port.and. starboard.from.the.straight.ahead.position..If.adjust- ment.becomes.necessary,.see.your.Four.Winns. dealer. All.cables,.helm.assemblies,.and.steering.connections. should.be.periodically.lubricated.with.a.light,.water- proof.grease.or.as.indicated.in.the.manufacturers. information.provided.in.the.owner’s.packet. Inboard.boats.should.also.be.inspected.for.leakage. around.the.rudder.port.seal..The.packing.nut(s).should. be.tight.enough.to.prevent.leakage,.yet.loose.enough. so.excessive.drag.is.not.placed.on.the.rudder.shafts.. Hard.steering.could.otherwise.result..If.the.leakage. cannot.be.stopped.without.exerting.excessive.drag.on. the.rudder.shaft,.replacement.of.the.seal.is.required. To prevent water from entering into the boat, always be sure the lock nuts are tightened securely to prevent the packing nuts from loosening.
  • Page 77 Figure G-4: Hydraulic Steering Parts Breakdown Steering Systems - Section G Owner’s Manual Page ...
  • Page 78 Figure G-5: Inboard Propulsion System Steering Systems - Section G Owner’s Manual Page ...
  • Page 79 Figure G-6: Tie Bar 45” Tiller Arm Assembly Steering Systems - Section G Owner’s Manual Page ...

  • Page 80: Electrical Systems

    Electrical Systems positive.(+).terminal.on.each.of.the.three.batteries.. . H - 1 GENERAL Refer.to.Figure.H--1. All.electrical.equipment.on.the.Four.Winns.348.Vista ® models.operates.on.12.volts.DC.or.120.volts.(220. NOTICE volts.on.50.Hertz.models).AC.electrical.power..The. Be sure all three red (positive) cables are 348.Vista .is.equipped.with.a.triple.battery.system. ® installed on the positive (+) battery terminals. along.with.dockside.power.(including.battery.charger). as.standard.features..Batteries.are.located.in.the. 2.. Connect.each.of.the.black.(negative).battery. engine.compartment.. cables.leading.to.the.engine.block.to.the.negative. (-).battery.terminals.on.each.of.the.three.batteries. Fire or Explosion Hazard! Electrical system parts are designed by and manufactured to comply with the U.S.

  • Page 81: Battery.charger

    switch to the “OFF” position. Once back at port, be NOTICE sure.to.have.the.failed.engine.battery.checked.out.for. Twelve volt power to the cabin panel is possible.service.or.replacement.. supplied by the “SHIPS SYSTEMS” circuit breaker on the battery selector panel. This must be turned on to operate any  volt H - 3 BATTERY CHARGER accessories on the cabin panel. The bilge pumps, stereo and windlass receive power The.battery.charger.is.standard.on.the.348.Vista ®...

  • Page 82: Installation.of.additional.12.Volt.equipment

    Accessories.-.Additional.12.volt.equipment.may.be. Horn.-.To.sound.the.horn,.press.the.HORN.switch. added.to.the.boat.by.the.using.the.accessory.switch- es..Depending.on.the.model,.certain.accessories.may. Navigation.&.Anchor.Lights.-.Moving.the.NAV/ANC. be.wired.directly.to.the.fuse.block.below.the.dash.or. LTS.switch.towards.the.NAV.position.activates.the. may.be.wired.to.a.circuit.breaker.in.the.AC/DC.cabin. bow.lights,.the.all-around.light.and.the.instrument. panel..For.additional.information.on.adding.accesso- lights.on.the.dash..Move.the.switch.to.the.ANC. ries,.refer.to.Section.H-5B. position.to.activate.the.all-around.light..The.center. switch position is “OFF”. 12.Volt.DC.Receptacle.-.Permits.the.use.of.additional. 12.volt.equipment.such.as.a.cell.phone..Using.the. Arch.Lights.-.The.ARCH.LIGHTS.switch.is.used.to. appropriate.adaptor,.the.equipment.draws.power.from. activate.the.radar.arch.lights. the.boat’s.batteries. Platform.Lights.-.The.PLATFORM.LIGHTS.switch.is. Aft.Bilge.Pump.-.The.BILGE.PUMP.switch.is.used.. used.to.activate.the.lights.for.the.swim.platform. to.manually.activate.the.bilge.pump.in.the.engine. compartment..The.bilge.pump.is.used.to.remove. Engine.Lights.-.The.ENGINE.LIGHTS.switch.is.used. water.from.the.bilge.(bottom.of.the.hull).area.of.the. to.activate.the.engine.lights.in.the.engine.compart- boat.by.pumping.that.water.overboard..The.aft.bilge. ment. pump.is.equipped.with.an.automatic.bilge.switch.and. will.operate.whenever.bilge.water.rises.to.a.level.that. Seat Switch- Activating the “SEAT” switch on the will cause the float to move upward. starboard.dash.panel.allows.the.driver.to.move.his. seat.forward.or.aft.to.the.desired.position.. This.automatic.bilge.pump.is.active.even.if.the.battery. selector switch is in the “OFF” position or if no battery Trim.Tabs.-.The.boat.is.equipped.with.electric- selector.switch.is.installed..The.automatic.bilge.pump. hydraulic.trim.tabs,.the.trim.tabs.are.controlled.by.the.

  • Page 83: Interior.equipment

    connected.to.shore.water.while.at.dockside..Tank. monitoring.systems.are.available.to.check.water. Be sure to provide proper fuse or circuit levels..Refer.to.Section.J-1.and.J-2.in.this.manual.for. breaker protection for all  volt equipment that additional.information. is installed. DO NOT overload the accessory circuitry by installing too much additional  Cockpit.Icemaker.or.Refrigerator.-.A.circuit.breaker.is volt equipment. provided.on.the.AC.side.of.the.AC/DC.cabin.panel and.on.the.12.VDC.helm.systems.breaker.panel..The. refrigerator has a separate “ON/OFF” switch. Refer to C.

  • Page 84: Dockside.operation

    air.conditioning..The.dockside.system.uses.three-wire,. A. Shore Power Connections color-coded.circuitry..The.black.or.hot.wire.is.the. ungrounded.current.carrying.conductor..The.white.. or.neutral.wire.is.the.grounded.current.carrying. To prevent electric shock hazards, use only conductor..The.green.wire,.referred.to.as.the.“equip- equipment with approved three wire electrical ment ground,” is a grounded conductor, and under plug connections. Be sure each item being normal.conditions.is.not.a.current.carrying.wire... used has been tested and is free of electrical The.neutral.wires.are.connected.together.at.a.buss.

  • Page 85: 120.Volt.ac.equipment

    Refer to the following list for information Air Conditioner - The AIR CO­NDITIO­NER circuit on appliances and other equipment. break­ers supplies power to the air conditioner. The 348 Vista models have dual dock­side installation. ® Battery Charger - The battery charger is controlled With a dual dock­side installation, one inlet is dedicat-...

  • Page 86: Reverse.polarity.indicator

    Push.the.black.test.button.and.the.red.reset.button. C. Reverse Polarity Indicator should.pop.out.from.the.inner.surface..The.receptacle. and.the.circuit.are.now.off.. Improper.grounds.or.reversed.polarity.at.shore.power. are.a.source.of.serious.electrical.hazard..The.reverse. Push.the.reset.button.in.until.it.clicks.to.reset.it..If.it. polarity.light.will.indicate.if.a.problem.exists.at.the.120. does.not.reset,.there.is.either.a.short.in.the.circuit.or. AC.electrical.system.shore.connection. the.equipment.being.used,.or.a.ground.fault.in.the. equipment..Unplug.all.appliances.and.reset.the.GFCI... If.a.problem.exists,.the.reverse.polarity.indicator.light. One.at.a.time,.plug.the.equipment.back.in.and.turn.it. will.come.on.when.the.shore.power.cable.is.attached. on..The.item.that.causes.the.GFCI.to.trip.is.the. to.the.inlet..DO.NOT.activate.the.shore.power.switch. problem.item.and.should.not be.used. in.the.cabin.when.the.reverse.polarity.light.is.on. H - 9 GENERATOR ALWAYS check the reverse polarity indicator light in the AC distribution panel immediately A.generator.is.standard.on.the.348.Vista .models..It.

  • Page 87: H.-.10. Electrical.system.maintenance

    NOTICE In order to use the generator, you must first Batteries produce hydrogen and oxygen gases open the seacock valve (handle parallel to the when being charged. These explosive gases flow of valve). Failure to open seacock valve escape through the vent/fill caps and may form while running generator will cause generator to an explosive atmosphere around the battery if overheat and possible failure.

  • Page 88: H.-.11. Stray.current.corrosion

    Corrosion.is.usually.more.prevalent.in.polluted.or.salt. The.entire.120.(220).volt.circuitry,.especially.the.shore. water.than.in.fresh.water..It.is.also.more.likely.to.occur. power.cord,.should.be.seasonally.tested.for.proper. when.dockage.is.in.an.area.with.steel.piers,.large. continuity.by.an.experienced.marine.electrician..This. metal.boats,.or.where.shore.power.is.in.use. will.help.detect.any.short,.open.wire,.or.ground.fault... Also,.check.the.polarity.indicator.system.for.proper. B. Galvanic Corrosion operation. Galvanic.corrosion.results.from.a.potential.electrical. difference.existing.between.dissimilar.metals.im- mersed.in.a.conductive.solution.(e.g.,.salt.or.brackish. 0 (0) volt AC electrical power can be water)..If.these.metals.touch.or.are.otherwise.electri- dangerous. DO NOT attempt to service a cally.connected,.this.potential.difference.produces.an. system unless you are familiar with, and electron flow between them. The attack on the more experienced in, performing such service.
  • Page 89 Figure H-3: 348V-SD GENERATOR (1 0F 5) Electrical Systems - Section H Owner’s Manual Page ...
  • Page 90 Figure H-4: 348V-SD GENERATOR (2 0F 5) *NOT SHOWN Electrical Systems - Section H Owner’s Manual Page ...
  • Page 91 FIGURE H-5: 348V-SD GENERATOR (3 0F 5) Electrical Systems - Section H Owner’s Manual Page ...
  • Page 92 FIGURE H-6: 348V-SD GENERATOR (4 0F 5) Electrical Systems - Section H Owner’s Manual Page ...
  • Page 93 FIGURE H-7: 348V-SD GENERATOR (5 0F 5) Electrical Systems - Section H Owner’s Manual Page 9...
  • Page 94 FIGURE H-8: 348V-IB GENERATOR (1 0F 4) *NOT SHOWN Electrical Systems - Section H Owner’s Manual Page 90...
  • Page 95 FIGURE H-9: 348V-IB GENERATOR (2 0F 4) *NOT SHOWN Electrical Systems - Section H Owner’s Manual Page 9...
  • Page 96 FIGURE H-10: 348V-IB GENERATOR (3 0F 4) Electrical Systems - Section H Owner’s Manual Page 9...
  • Page 97 FIGURE H-11: 348V-IB GENERATOR (4 0F 4) Electrical Systems - Section H Owner’s Manual Page 9...

  • Page 98: Fuel Systems

    Fuel Systems I - 1 GASOLINE FUEL SYSTEMS Fuel Selector Gasoline.fuel.systems.used.in.Four.Winns .boats.are. ® Valves designed.to.meet.or.exceed.the.requirements.of.the. U.S..Coast.Guard,.the.National.Marine.Manufacturers. Association,.and.the.American.Boat.and.Yacht.Coun- cil.in.effect.at.the.time.of.manufacture. Fuel Fill NOTICE Use only clean, dry fuel of the type and grade Fuel Vent recommended by the engine manufacturer. The use of incorrect or contaminated fuel can cause engine malfunction and serious Starboard Fuel Tank damage.

  • Page 99: Fuel.vents

    The gasket/o-ring seals on the fuel fill cap assist in D. Anti-Siphon Valves sealing.when.closed..A.missing.or.damaged.o-ring. can.allow.water.on.the.surrounding.surfaces.to.run. The.fuel.withdrawal.line.is.equipped.with.an.anti- into.the.tank. siphon.valve.where.the.line.attaches.to.the.fuel.tank... The.valve.prevents.gasoline.from.siphoning.out.of.. Periodically.inspect.the.cap.and.the.fuel.deck.plate.. the.fuel.tank.should.a.line.rupture..See.Figure.I-3.for. The.o-ring.seal.should.be.inspected.for.cracks.or. anti-siphon.location. damage.and.replaced.as.necessary..Lubricating.with. a.light,.waterproof.oil.or.grease.is.recommended.and. can.extend.the.o-ring’s.longevity. C. Fuel Vents On.the.348.Vista .separate.thru-hull.fuel.vents.are. ® installed..See.Figutes.I-1.and.I-2..While.the.tank.is. being filled, the air displaced by the fuel escapes through.the.vent.overboard.. Spilled fuel is a fire and explosion hazard. DO NOT overfill or overflow the tank, or allow fuel Figure I-3: Fuel Tank Fittings spills into the hull or bilge.

  • Page 100: Fuel.senders

    F. Fuel Senders figures developed by Four Winns. When the fuel gauge begins to register below the “full” The fuel sender consists of a float which travels up mark,.the.gauge.readings.will.drop.much.faster.until.it. and down a stationary tube. The float measures the reads” empty”. When this occurs, the trim angle has level.of.the.fuel.in.the.tank.and.sends.a.signal.to.the. affected.the.sender.reading..When.the.gauge.regis- fuel.gauge..See.Figure.I-4. ters “empty”, the sender has bottomed out and there may.be.3.to.4.gallons.of.fuel.in.the.tank... See.Figure.I-6. Figure I-4: Fuel Sender Operation Due.to.the.mechanical.nature.of.the.fuel.sender,.varia- Figure I-6: Trim Angle Effect with Low Fuel tions.in.readings.during.various.speeds.of.operation. may.occur..This.system.is.merely.a.relative.indication. G. Fuel Filters of.the.available.fuel.supply.and.not.a.calibrated. instrument..With.this.type.of.sending.unit.a.more.. Fuel filters are installed on each engine. Filters should accurate.measurement.of.fuel.level.is.obtained.with. changed.frequently.to.assure.an.adequate.supply.of. the.boat.in.a.level.position. fuel.to.the.engine..Refer.to.the.engine.manual.for.

  • Page 101: Use.and.maintenance

    Use and Maintenance A. Problems With Alcohol In Gasoline Below.is.a.list.of.problems.which.may.be.experienced. when.using.blended.gasoline. DO NOT let the odor of gasoline go un- checked. If the odor of gasoline is noted, 1.. Premature.deterioration.of.fuel.system.compo- DO NOT START ENGINE. If engine is running, nents.may.occur..Alcohol.will.attack.rubber.fuel. SHUT OFF ENGINE, ELECTRICAL AND hoses, fuel tanks, fuel filters, fuel pumps and HEAT GENERATING EQUIPMENT.

  • Page 102: I.-.3.. Fueling.instructions

    4.. If.areas.are.found.within.the.fuel.system.that. appear questionable, have a qualified marine technician.inspect.the.system..Have.those.fuel. system.components.that.do.not.pass.inspection. replaced...A.thorough.fuel.system.examination. should.be.made.by.an.experienced.marine. technician.at.least.once.a.year. I - 3 FUELING INSTRUCTIONS (Nozzle in contact with fuel opening - Correct) 1.. Avoid.fueling.at.night.except.in.emergencies. 2.. When.moored.at.fueling.pier: a.. Do.not.smoke,.strike.matches,.or.throw. switches. b.. Stop.all.engines,.motors,.fans,.and.devices. that.could.produce.sparks. c.. Put.out.all.lights.and.galley.stove. (Nozzle not in contact with fuel opening - Incorrect) d..
  • Page 103 NOTE: GENERATOR HAS SEPARATE FUEL PICK-UP. Figure I-8: Fuel Valve System Fuel Systems - Section I Owner’s Manual Page 99...

  • Page 104: Water And Waste Systems

    Water and Waste Systems J - 1 GENERAL Water Sender Fresh Water Fill All.Four.Winns.Vista .models.are.equipped.with.a. ® fresh.water.supply.system..This.system.consists.of.. V-Berth/Stateroom a.water.supply.tank,.water.distribution.lines.and.a. distribution pump. The water fill deck plate for the fresh.water.system.is.located.on.the.deck.and.labeled. accordingly. Always fill the tank slowly. The water deck plate is appropriately labeled. Fresh DO NOT fill the system with anything other Fresh Water Pump Water than water.

  • Page 105: Pressurized.water.system

    7.. Fill.the.system.with.fresh.water. To.obtain.the.most.consistent.mixture.of.hot.and.cold. water,.turn.the.cold.water.on.full,.then.mix.in.hot.water. To.remove.excessive.chlorine.taste.or.odor.which. until.the.desired.temperature.is.obtained..If.water. might.remain.in.the.system,.prepare.a.solution.of.one. pump.cycling.occurs,.some.minor.variations.in.water. quart vinegar to five gallons water and allow this temperature.can.be.expected.. solution.to.agitate.in.the.tank.for.several.days.during. boating. Then drain tank and refill with fresh water. Whenever.the.boat.will.be.left.unattended.for.an. extended.period,.the.water.pump.circuit.breaker. All.drains.are.equipped.with.traps,.and.the.water.will. switch.should.be.turned.to.the.OFF.position..This. drain.slowly..If.the.system.is.not.operating.properly,. switch.should.also.be.turned.OFF.whenever.the.. have.it.checked.by.your.authorized.Four.Winns. water.tank.is.to.remain.empty.for.an.extended.period. dealer. of.time. C. Water Heating Systems J - 2 PRESSURIZED WATER SYSTEM A.water.heater.is.a.standard.feature.available.on.the. The.water.pump.is.an.automatic,.on-off,.self-priming. 348.Vista .models..The.capacity.of.the.water.heater. ® pump.that.can.service.several.outlets.at.once..The. may.be.found.on.our.website.at.www.fourwinns.com.. pump.will.build.up.water.pressure.and.will.turn.off. Refer.to.Figure.J-2.and.to.the.drawings.at.the.end.of.

  • Page 106: Using.the.shower

    not.available..Additional.information.on.heat.exchang- J - 3 GREY WATER SYSTEM ers.is.covered.in.the.engine.and.hot.water.heater. manufacturers’.manuals..Please.refer.to.Section.H.. The.grey.water.system.is.optional.on.Vista®.models... on.Electrical.Systems.for.additional.information.. The.water.from.the.galley.sink,.head.sink.and.shower. will.drain.into.a.sump.and.is.pumped.into.a.grey.water. D. Using The Shower holding.tank.respectively...The.waste.level.indicator.is. located in the head compartment. A pumpout fitting Turn.on.the.faucets.to.desired.temperature,.remove. labeled.WASTE.but.designated.for.grey.water.is. the.shower.spout.from.its.holder,.move.the.diverter. provided.on.the.deck...Refer.to.the.drawings.at.the. lever.on.the.shower.head,.and.the.shower.is.. end.of.this.section.. operational. NOTICE When.using.the.shower,.draw.the.shower.enclosure. Certain geographical areas have restrictions before using the shower. Damage to the finish can on grey water being pumped or drained result if surrounding walls and flooring are allowed to overboard.

  • Page 107: Transom.shower

    J - 6 HEADS NOTICE Always remember to disconnect the shore The.various.anti-pollution.laws.presently.in.effect.have. water supply hose before leaving the dock. necessitated.the.use.and.availability.of.a.wide.variety. Always turn off the shore water whenever the of.heads..The.heads.that.have.been.factory.installed. boat is left unattended. If a major water leak in.Four.Winns .boats.have.been.chosen.to.provide. ®...

  • Page 108: Head.with.overboard.discharge

    do not attempt to flush toilet again until vacuum P-Trap Air Vent pump.stops.running..A.small.amount.of.water. Waste should remain in the bowl after flushing. Deck Fill 3.. Do.not.dispose.of.sanitary.napkins.or.other.non- dissolving.items.in.toilet,.such.as.facial.tissue.or. Macerator Pump Sealand Filter paper.towels..These.items.can.cause.plugging.of. the.system..Refer.to.the.“Deodorants.and.Special. Tissue” section in the manufacturer’s manual for more.information. Single Wye 3. Do Not 2. Flush For 1. Add Water 3 Seconds Seacock Lift Press Figure J-6: Overboard Discharge Option - Figure J4: VacuFlush Operations (Representative View Only - Description &...

  • Page 109: Dockside.waste.pump.out

    4.. Remove.the.pump.out.connection.from.the.deck. NOTICE plate..Add.at.least.5.gallons.of.clean.water.to.the. Discharging waste overboard is illegal in most holding.tank.on.most.models.through.the.waste. U.S. waters today. Discharge is limited to deck fitting using a dockside water hose. certain coastal waters, a designated distance offshore. Check with your local boating 5.. Repeat.steps.2.&.3.above.to.pump.out.the.water. regulations before proceeding with any used in step 4 to flush the holding tank. discharge activities.

  • Page 110: Winterizing.the.water.system

    To.winterize: NOTICE Failure to keep the water tank vent fittings 1.. Turn.on.the.water.pump.and.drain.the.water.tank. clean will cause excessive pressure buildup by.opening.a.faucet.(the.pump.will.run.faster.when. within the tank during filling. This can cause it.is.empty)... water tank damage. NOTICE Be sure the circuit breaker for the water heater Periodically remove the filter screens from the faucet in 0 Volt AC panel is in the OFF position.

  • Page 111: Winterizing.the.waste.system

    However, to prevent possible damage to components in your boat, Four Winns recommends having the boat winterized by your Four Winns dealer. Water and Waste Systems - Section J Owner’s Manual Page 0...
  • Page 112 FIGURE J-7: 348V FRESH WATER SYSTEM (1 OF 9) Water and Waste Systems - Section J Owner’s Manual Page 0...
  • Page 113 FIGURE J-8: 348V FRESH WATER SYSTEM (2 OF 9) Water and Waste Systems - Section J Owner’s Manual Page 09...
  • Page 114 FIGURE J-9: 348V FRESH WATER SYSTEM (3 OF 9) Water and Waste Systems - Section J Owner’s Manual Page 0...
  • Page 115 FIGURE J-10: 348V FRESH WATER SYSTEM (4 OF 9) Water and Waste Systems - Section J Owner’s Manual Page ...
  • Page 116 FIGURE J-11: 348V FRESH WATER SYSTEM (5 OF 9) Water and Waste Systems - Section J Owner’s Manual Page ...
  • Page 117 FIGURE J-12: 348V FRESH WATER SYSTEM (6 OF 9) Water and Waste Systems - Section J Owner’s Manual Page ...
  • Page 118 FIGURE J-13: 348V FRESH WATER SYSTEM (7 OF 9) Water and Waste Systems - Section J Owner’s Manual Page ...
  • Page 119 FIGURE J-14: 348V FRESH WATER SYSTEM (8 OF 9) Water and Waste Systems - Section J Owner’s Manual Page ...
  • Page 120 FIGURE J-15: 348V FRESH WATER SYSTEM (9 OF 9) Water and Waste Systems - Section J Owner’s Manual Page ...
  • Page 121 FIGURE J-16: 348V HEAD HARDWARE (1 OF 8) Water and Waste Systems - Section J Owner’s Manual Page ...
  • Page 122 FIGURE J-17: 348V HEAD HARDWARE (2 OF 8) Water and Waste Systems - Section J Owner’s Manual Page ...
  • Page 123 FIGURE J-18: 348V HEAD HARDWARE (3 OF 8) Water and Waste Systems - Section J Owner’s Manual Page 9...
  • Page 124 FIGURE J-19: 348V HEAD HARDWARE (4 OF 8) Water and Waste Systems - Section J Owner’s Manual Page 0...
  • Page 125 FIGURE J-20: 348V HEAD HARDWARE (5 OF 8) Water and Waste Systems - Section J Owner’s Manual Page ...
  • Page 126 FIGURE J-21: 348V HEAD HARDWARE (6 OF 8) Water and Waste Systems - Section J Owner’s Manual Page ...
  • Page 127 FIGURE J-22: 348V HEAD HARDWARE (7 OF 8) Water and Waste Systems - Section J Owner’s Manual Page ...
  • Page 128 FIGURE J-23: 348V HEAD HARDWARE (8 OF 8) Water and Waste Systems - Section J Owner’s Manual Page ...
  • Page 129 FIGURE J-24: 348V STERN DRIVE WASTE WATER SYSTEM (1 OF 4) Water and Waste Systems - Section J Owner’s Manual Page ...
  • Page 130 FIGURE J-25: 348V STERN DRIVE WASTE WATER SYSTEM (2 OF 4) Water and Waste Systems - Section J Owner’s Manual Page ...
  • Page 131 FIGURE J-26: 348V STERN DRIVE WASTE WATER SYSTEM (3 OF 4) Water and Waste Systems - Section J Owner’s Manual Page ...
  • Page 132 FIGURE J-27: 348V STERN DRIVE WASTE WATER SYSTEM (4 OF 4) Water and Waste Systems - Section J Owner’s Manual Page ...
  • Page 133 FIGURE J-28: 348V INBOARD WASTE WATER SYSTEM (1 OF 4) Water and Waste Systems - Section J Owner’s Manual Page 9...
  • Page 134 FIGURE J-29: 348V INBOARD WASTE WATER SYSTEM (2 OF 4) Water and Waste Systems - Section J Owner’s Manual Page 0...
  • Page 135 FIGURE J-30: 348V INBOARD WASTE WATER SYSTEM (3 OF 4) Water and Waste Systems - Section J Owner’s Manual Page ...
  • Page 136 FIGURE J-31: 348V INBOARD WASTE WATER SYSTEM (4 OF 4) Water and Waste Systems - Section J Owner’s Manual Page ...

  • Page 137: Ventilation And Drainage Systems

    Ventilation and Drainage Systems K - 1 ENGINE COMPARTMENT C. Engine Ventilation System Maintenance VENTILATION Periodic.inspection.and.cleaning.of.the.ventilation. ducts.is.necessary.to.ensure.adequate.air.circulation... All.Four.Winns.Vista .models.are.equipped.with. ® A.buildup.of.leaves,.twigs,.or.other.debris.can.severe- engine.compartment.ventilation..This.system.is. ly.reduce.ventilation..Be.sure.bilge.water.does.not. designed.to.meet.or.exceed.the.requirements.(in. accumulate.to.a.level.that.would.obstruct.the.ventila- effect.at.the.time.of.manufacture).of.the.U.S..Coast. tion.ducts. Guard,.the.National.Marine.Manufacturers.Associa- tion,.and.the.American.Boat.and.Yacht.Council. Blower.operation.can.be.tested.by.placing.a.hand. over.the.vents..DO.NOT.rely.on.the.sound.of.the. A. Natural Ventilation System blower...Be.sure.a.substantial.amount.of.air.is.being. exhausted.by.the.bilge.blower..Check.the.bilge.blower. This.system.includes.air.intake.and.exhaust.com- system.often,.preferably.before.each.cruise. ponents..The.exhaust.ducting.reaches.to.the.lower. bilge.area..This.provides.adequate.air.movement.

  • Page 138: Hull.drainage.system

    switch.panel..Refer.to.Section.H.for.further.information. regarding.bilge.pumps... The.bilge.pumps.are.equipped.with.an.automatic. switch.to.control.pump.operation..As.the.water.level. rises, the automatic float switch will activate the pump. Separate.circuit.breakers.are.provided.on.the.battery. switch.to.supply.power.directly.from.the.“SHIP.SYS- TEMS” battery to the forward and aft bilge pumps regardless.of.battery.selector.switch.position.. NOTICE While at rest, any bilge water accumulation may flow forward. DO NOT allow bilge water to accumulate. Damage to the engine or other components may result. Periodically operate the bilge pump to remove bilge water accumulation.

  • Page 139: Bilge.compartment.drainage

    D. Bilge Compartment Drainage Certain.bulkhead.areas.of.Four.Winns .boats.are. ® sealed.in.accordance.with.US.Coast.Guard.regula- tions.effective.at.the.date.of.manufacture..Drainage.. is.provided.and.water.can.be.removed.with.the.bilge. pump. E. Cockpit Drainage The.348.Vista models incorporates a fiberglass self- ® bailing.cockpit..This.feature.minimizes.water.entry.to. the.bilge.or.engine.compartment.areas.by.providing. means.for.water.to.be.drained.overboard. Periodically.open.all.engine.hatches.and.clean.the.. aft.bilge.compartment..Be.sure.the.drains,.tubes.and. fittings are clean and free of leaves, dirt, or other debris. Ventilation and Drainage Systems - Section K Owner’s Manual Page ...

  • Page 140: Interior Equipment

    Interior Equipment L - 1 GALLEY EQUIPMENT C. Refrigerator A.refrigerator.is.standard.equipment..The.refrigerator. is designed to operate efficiently on AC Shore Power (120.volt.or.220VAC.-.international).or.battery.power. Care must be exercised while around stoves (12.volt)..The.refrigerator.will.automatically.transfer.. and other appliances. Keep children away from to.12.volt.operation.when.dockside.power.is.not. burners. available.and.the.12.volt.refrigerator.breaker.is.on. Most.refrigerator.models.have.a.thermostat.that.will. Care.must.be.exercised.while.around.stoves.and. maintain.the.temperature.desired..According.to.the. other.appliances..Keep.children.away.from.burners. refrigerator.manufacturer’s.operations.manual,.select. the.temperature.setting.by.turning.the.thermostat.dial. A. Electric Stove to.the.various.numbered.positions..The.refrigerator. may.be.turned.off.by.turning.the.thermostat.to.the.

  • Page 141: Entertainment

    a water filter to the system such as one produced by The.cockpit.refrigerator.(if.applicable).operates. PuriTek ..The.taste.will.completely.dissipate.in.time. ™ automatically.on.120.volt.AC.or.12V.DC.power.supply.. . When.both.power.sources.are.supplied.to.the.refrig- erator,.it.defaults.to.AC..When.the.refrigerator.is. L - 3 ENTERTAINMENT disconnected..from.shore.power.(when.AC.power.is. no.longer.available)..the.refrigerator.switches.to.DC. A. Stereo System operation. Four.Winns.offers.a.CD.player.and.6.disc.CD.changer. The.cockpit.refrigerator.runs.continuously.and.does. as.standard.equipment..A.stereo.remote.with.display. not.utilize.water..Unlike.the.icemaker,.no.winterization. feature.at.the.helm.is.available.and.an.additional. is.required..Please.follow.the.manufacturer’s.instruc- stereo.remote.with.display.feature.is.optional.at.the. tions.regarding.the.use,.care.and.maintenance.of.the. transom. refrigerator..These.instructions.are.found.in.the. owner’s.packet.. Speakers.are.installed.within.the.interior.cabins.and. exterior.cockpit.areas.to.provide.excellent.sound. The.icemaker.operates.on.120.volt.(220.volt.on.50. quality. An amplifier, tweeters, and a subwoofer are Hertz.models).AC.power.and.will.only.function.when. also.included.in.this.entertainment.package..In. plugged.into.dockside.power.or.when.the.generator.. addition,.the.cabin.and.cockpit.speakers.can.be.faded. is.running..The.icemaker.is.controlled.by.the.Cockpit in.or.out.depending.on.the.effect.desired..For.stereo. Icemaker/Refrigerator.Circuit.Breaker.on.the.main operation,.please.refer.to.the.manufacturer’s.manual.

  • Page 142: Air.conditioning

    A.dockside.phone/cable.TV.inlet.is.installed.on.the. The.air.conditioning.breakers.must.be.turned.on.to. 348.Vista ..This.dockside.connection.for.telephone/ activate.the.air.conditioning.unit..These.breakers.are ® cable.TV.is.located.in.the.shore.power.inlet.panel. at.the.dockside.power.inlet.panel.and.at.the.AC/DC located.in.the.transom.systems.locker..TV/phone.and. panel,.AC.Systems.2..Depending.upon.humidity,.the. TV/cable/phone.panel.assemblies.are.installed.inside. air.conditioner.will.condense.5.to.15.gallons.of.water.a. the.living.quarters.at.various.locations... day.and.this.water.drains.into.. See.Figures.L-4.and.L-5. the.sump.pump.. The.air.conditioner.is.located.behind.the.companion- way.cabinet,.underneath.the.port.AC.cabinet..Air. conditioner.vents.are.located.throughout.the.cabin.. to.provide.good.air.circulation..There.is.a.vent.in.the. head.for.additional.air.circulation.on.most.models... The vents are adjustable to change air flow direction and.can.be.closed..See.Figures.L-6.-.L-13.and.the. locator.drawings.in.the.back.of.this.manual. The.seawater.inlet.valve.(seacock).for.the.air.condi- tioner.is.located.next.to.the.bilge.pump.in.the.bilge. compartment. The seawater inlet valve is identified with.a.plate.inscribed.with.the.words.“Air.Conditioner..Seawater”. Access to the seacock is gained through Figure L-4: TV/Phone Panel Assembly an.access.lid.in.the.aft/mid.cabin. NOTICE In order to use the air conditioner, you must first open the seawater inlet valve - seacock (handle parallel to the flow of valve).
  • Page 143 NOTICE Most air conditioners utilize surface water as the cooling medium. Prior to using the air conditioning, the boat must be in the water and the seacock to the air conditioning water intake must be in the open position. The air conditioning seacock for water intake is below the aft cabin access panel.
  • Page 144 FIGURE L-7: 348V AIR CONDITIONING SYSTEM (1 of 8) Interior Equipment - Section L Owner’s Manual Page 0...
  • Page 145 FIGURE L-8: 348V AIR CONDITIONING SYSTEM (2 of 8) Interior Equipment - Section L Owner’s Manual Page ...
  • Page 146 FIGURE L-9: 348V AIR CONDITIONING SYSTEM (3 of 8) Interior Equipment - Section L Owner’s Manual Page ...
  • Page 147 FIGURE L-10: 348V AIR CONDITIONING SYSTEM (4 of 8) Interior Equipment - Section L Owner’s Manual Page ...
  • Page 148 FIGURE L-11: 348V AIR CONDITIONING SYSTEM (5 of 8) Interior Equipment - Section L Owner’s Manual Page ...
  • Page 149 FIGURE L-12: 348V AIR CONDITIONING SYSTEM (6 of 8) Interior Equipment - Section L Owner’s Manual Page ...
  • Page 150 FIGURE L-13: 348V AIR CONDITIONING SYSTEM (7 of 8) Interior Equipment - Section L Owner’s Manual Page ...
  • Page 151 FIGURE L-14: 348V AIR CONDITIONING SYSTEM (8 of 8) Interior Equipment - Section L Owner’s Manual Page ...

  • Page 152: Exterior And Safety Equipment

    Four Winns boats are not equipped with any ® Four Winns does not recommend occupying hardware designed for towing purposes. The the foredeck during bad weather or on rough mooring cleats that are installed on the boat seas. DO NOT use walk-thru instead use deck...

  • Page 153: Companionway.door

    Four Winns does not recommend occupying the foredeck during bad weather or on rough seas. DO NOT use walk-thru instead use deck To.clean.acrylic.plastic.(plexiglass):.

  • Page 154: Plexiglass

    NOTICE DO NOT use harsh chemicals or strong Make sure deck hatches are closed or be cleaning solutions on plexiglass. The surface aware of their location when using walk-thru can be etched, scratched, disfigured, or and moving around the foredeck to prevent clouded.

  • Page 155: Swim.platform

    To prevent personal injury, DO NOT use the boarding ladder or swim platform while the engines are operating or the boat is in motion. Engines must be off when using the swim platform or boarding ladder. See Preface for specific label information. Figure M-7: Shade Portion of Screen/Sunshield System Keep hands and fingers away from ladder NOTICE...

  • Page 156: Transom.storage.locker

    M - 8 TRANSOM STORAGE LOCKER Integrated Bow Platform The.transom.storage.provides.storage.for.such.things. Anchor as dock fenders, personal floatation devices, dockside Chute power.cord(s).etc..The.storage.lockers.use.latches.for. easy.access..To.open,.lift.the.handle..The.latches.are. flush mounted to prevent injury or accidental opening. See.Figure.M-11. Bow Roller Dockside Power Transom Storage Locker Figure M-10: Integrated Bow Platform M - 10 WINDLASS A.windlass.is.an.electrically.controlled.winch.mech- anism.for.retrieving.the.anchor.available.on.the.348. Vista®.models..The.mechanical.winch.portion.is. mounted.inside.the.anchor.locker,.at.the.bow..See. Figure.M-11..The.windlass.can.be.controlled.by.a.set. Storage Lockers of.foot.pads.(electrical.switches).mounted.on.the.

  • Page 157: M.-.11. Radar.arch

    docked..A.deck.plate.provides.access.to.the.anchor. line.locker..See.Figure.M-11. Radar Arch To prevent personal injury, keep clear of the windlass at all times. Always be sure to raise and secure the anchor prior to operating your boat. Failure to raise and secure anchor before getting underway could result in severe injury or damage to boat from rebounding anchor.
  • Page 158 The engine hatch can be lifted without the screw jack. Use care and proper lifting Screw Jack techniques to prevent possible back injury. Do not have person(s) sitting in stern seat or on engine hatch while attempting to raise engine hatch. Possible injury to person(s) and/ or damage to engine hatch and components may result.

  • Page 159: Upholstery

    Figure N-4: Private Stateroom Option NOTICE The private stateroom option can not be retrofitted to an already existing standard cabin layout. This option must be ordered and built into the boat at Four Winns. Upholstery - Section N Owner’s Manual Page ...

  • Page 160: Mid.cabin.(Aft.cabin).Birth

    C. Mid Cabin (Aft Cabin) Berth The.mid.cabin.provides.sleeping.quarters.with.the.. To prevent personal injury, be sure the mid use of filler cushions and a fill-in support. Privacy can cabin fill-in support is secure before use. be.obtained.through.the.use.of.the.privacy.curtain.. The.mid.cabin.also.includes.a.window.with.screen.for. ventilation..Storage.in.the.mid.cabin.consists.of.upper. N - 2 EXTERIOR SEATING port.and.starboard.cabinets,.beneath.seat.storage.and. hanging.locker..Also,.access.lids.are.installed.below. Helm Seat mid.cabin.cushions.for.gaining.access.to.and.the. servicing.of.various.plumbing.systems.and.other. The.helm.seat.is.adjustable.and.double.wide.so.it.. equipment..See.Figures.N-5,.N-6.and.N-7.. can.seat.two.people.comfortably..An.electrical.slider. mechanism.is.mounted.under.the.driver’s.seat..This.

  • Page 161: Port.settee.lounge

    To.install:.. 1. Insert the fill-in legs (14” short legs) into the floor mounts. 2. Mount the aft cockpit table onto the fill-in legs. The.aft.cockpit.table.provides.the.support.for.the aft.cushion. 3. Place the aft fill-in cushion on the cockpit table. To remove the aft fill-in cushion, simply reverse the procedure. Port Settee Lounge A.port.side.settee.lounge.provides.seating.capacity.for. two.people..It.is.conveniently.built.into.an.integrated. fiberglass base which also contains the refreshment Figure N-9: U-Shape Stern Seating center..Storage.is.provided.underneath.the.removable. . seat.cushion..See.Figures.N-12.and.N-13. Figure N-10: Under Seat Storage (Stern Seat) Additionally, an aft fill-in seat cushion is an available Figure N-12: Port Settee Lounge feature..This.feature.extends.the.cushion.area.of.the. stern.seat.for.such.things.as.sunbathing,.napping.or.

  • Page 162: Cockpit.table

    N - 3 INTERIOR UPHOLSTERY CARE D. Cockpit Table An.aft.cockpit.table.is.standard..Table.bases.are. A. Cleaning Interior Fabric/Upholstery “flush” mounted for convenience and safety. The.fabric.used.in.the.cabin.should.be.treated.the. To.set.up.the.cockpit.table: same.as.fabrics.in.your.home..Periodic.vacuuming. and.gentle.cleaning.will.keep.the.fabric.and.upholstery. 1.. Insert.the.table.legs.(approximately.26.5".long). clean.and.odor.free..Spraying.the.fabric/upholstery. into the floor mounts. with.Lysol.Spray.Disinfectant .will.help.retard.mildew... ™ For.vinyl.care.see.N-4a. 2.. Mount.the.cockpit.table.onto.the.table.legs. A recommended “Cleaning Kit” includes: To.remove.the.cockpit.table.simply.reverse.the. procedure. •. . W estley’s.Clear.Magic .(for.ordering.information. ™ call.1-800-416-1600.or.800-321-8577;.website. address.www.westleys.com) NOTICE To prevent damage to cockpit table and/or •.

  • Page 163: Interior.carpets

    N - 4 EXTERIOR UPHOLSTERY CARE c... If.this.does.not.work.we.recommend.a. professional.cleaning.service..One.such. service.is.Service.Master ..Please.call.. A. Cleaning Vinyl ® 1-800-937-3783.for.the.Service.Master. location.nearest.you.. NOTICE Vinyl upholstery should be cleaned 4. Tough Stains/Set Water Stains: and maintained in accordance with the manufacturer’s recommendations and a.. Spray.Westley’s.Clear.Magic .on.the.area,. ™...
  • Page 164 To.remove.stains,.follow.the.general.guidelines.list. and/or.refer.to.the.Step-by.Step.Cleaning.Instructions. table: General Stain Removal Guidelines 1. Basic Stains/Grease/Pencil/Dirt: Ivory.(mild).Dishwashing.Soap .and.water,.or. ™ Fantastik.Spray.Cleaner .applied.with.a.medium- ™ soft.brush.or.Vinyl.Finish.Vinyl.Cleaner .using.a. ® soft.clean.cloth,.then.rinse.with.a.soft.clean.cloth. 2. Tough Stains/Adhesive/Teak Oil/Rust: Tough.Duty.Cleaner ;.rinse.with.soap.and.water. ™ All cleaning methods must be followed by a thorough rinse or.spray.with.Vinyl.Finish.Vinyl.Cleaner ,.let.soak. ® with clean warm water.

  • Page 165: Exterior.carpets

    Additional.cleaning.information.is.provided.by.the. Helm Cockpit Lay-In Carpet (Not Shown) manufacturer.and.is.included.with.this.manual.in.the. Cockpit Walk-Thru owner’s.packet. Lay-In Carpet Four.Winns.offers.a.variety.of.weather.covers.for. protection.of.the.boat.and.associated.equipment.. Continued.exposure.can.damage.the.upholstery.. and.seating..The.seating.can.become.thoroughly. saturated.with.water.if.not.adequately.protected..Refer. to.Section.O.-.Weather.Covers.for.more.information. Cockpit NOTICE Lay-In The appearance and longevity of the exterior Carpet upholstery will be affected by water saturation. Protect these items appropriately. B.

  • Page 166: Stain.removal.procedures

    E. Stain Removal Procedures Regular.maintenance.such.as.vacuuming,.hosing.or. washing.should.be.performed..Most.stains.and.mildew. are easily removed from carpet made with Olefi n fi ber using.common.household.cleaners..Refer.to.Table.I.. Olefi n fi ber is so resistant to chemi c al attack that ™ Clorox .bleach.may.be.used.to.clean.up.any.mildew. ™ that.may.result.from.exces. s ive.wet. n ess. Code for stain removal procedure (See Table 1): “A” A pply warm water and household detergent in minimal.amounts.to.stained.area..Sponge.or.

  • Page 167: Weather Covers

    WEATHER COVERS O - 1 GENERAL INFORMATION NOTICE DO NOT use the weather covers for outdoor Weather.covers.for.the.cockpit.areas.are.available.. winter storage. The weight of the snow or on.all.Four.Winns .models..A.bimini.top.and.camper.. ® heavy rain can cause severe damage to the is.standard.on.the.348.Vista®.models..Four.Winns ® material or top structure. Refer to O- - Winter covers.are.designed.and.intended.to.provide.protec- Storage in this manual for more information.

  • Page 168: Trailering

    9). Clean.canvas.with.warm.water,.mild.soap.and.a. Bimini Top soft.brush..For.the.clear.Isinglass.pieces.use.a. soft,.clean.cloth..Be.certain.to.rinse.cloth.often.. to.remove.any.dirt.collected.in.the.cloth.that. could.scratch.the.clear.vinyl. 10)... M ake.sure.your.bimini.top.and.camper.top.are. properly.centered.prior.to.installing.the.Isinglass. enclosure. O - 3 TRAILERING High.winds.encountered.during.trailering.your.boat. Figure O-2: Bimini Top can.severely.damage.most.weather.covers..If.an. extended.trip.at.highway.speeds.is.planned,.the.top. A.clear.plastic.visor.is.provided.and.once.installed.it. and.other.weather.covers.should.be.booted.or.. connects.the.forward.windshield.and.the.bimini.top.. removed.entirely..This.will.prevent.damage.and/or. Side.bimini.curtains.are.also.made.of.clear.plastic.for. loss..See.Figure.O-1. visibility.and.connect.the.side.portion.of.the.windshield. to.the.bimini.top..The.helm.area.is.protected.from.the. Camper Boot elements.once.the.bimini.top,.forward.windshield. connector.and.bimini.side.curtains.are.installed.. The.bimini.top.is.factory.installed,.therefore,.minimal. Bimini Boot adjustment.should.be.necessary.. To.install.the.bimini.top: 1).
  • Page 169 NOTICE Canvas should be snug. If too taut or extremely tight, canvas could tear or pull at seams. zippered valance in flexarail awning ball & socket mount Bimini flexarail pull-pin awning front adjustable support pole Figure O-4: Installing Valences To.install.bimini.side.curtains.&.visor: Figure O-3: Bimini Top Installation 1).

  • Page 170: Camper

    Figure O-6: Camper Canvas designed and are intended to remain installed on the boat in the upright “stored” position. To.install.the.camper.canvas: Four Winns does not recommend the bimini and/or camper assembly be removed from the 1). With.the.long.support.poles.in.the.back.and.. boat unless absolutely necessary.

  • Page 171: O.-.6

    camper camper valance aft curtain rear support poles storage poles (adjustable) side mount straps (tighten bolts) side curtain aft railing Figure O-7: Camper Canvas Installation Figure O-8: Camper Side & Aft Curtain Installation To.install.the.camper.side.&.aft.curtain: For.camper.removal,.reverse.the.procedure.. described.above. 1). Follow.directions.for.camper.top.installation.. (see.previous.installation.instructions). This.camper.is.designed.as.temporary.shelter.only... It.should.not.be.left.up.unattended.fro.any.extended.

  • Page 172: O.-.7

    Figure O-10: Cockpit Cover Installation NOTICE It is recommended that you retain your canvas locator tags. In the event that replacement parts are needed, contact your Four Winns dealer. Figure O-12: Carbon Monoxide Warning Label Weather Covers - Section O...

  • Page 173: Winter.storage

    O - 8 WINTER STORAGE 2.. Dirt.creates.a.starting.point.for.mildew.when.mois- ture.is.present..Clean.the.top.with.a.sponge.or.soft. The.boat.must.be.properly.protected.during.winter.dry. scrub.brush.and.mild.detergent.when.the.cover.is. dock.storage..A.winter.storage.cover.is.advisable.. installed..Make.sure.cover.is.snug.to.help.prevent. Many.marine.dealers.offer.shrinkwrap.enclosures.for. shrinkage. outdoor.storage..See.a.Four.Winns.dealer.for.informa- tion.on.the.availability.of.winter.storage.covers.or.other. 3.. Chemicals.cause.decay.if.allowed.to.accumulate. alternatives.for.storage. for.long.periods.of.time..Keep.the.cover.clean.to. prevent.decay. When.storing.outdoors,.make.sure.the.supporting. framework.keeps.the.weight.of.the.snow.and.rain.from. 4.. Heat.can.cause.cracks.in.vinyl.components.and. accumulating.on.the.storage.cover..Proper.ventilation. stiffening.of.fabric.when.enclosed.in.plastic.or. must.also.be.provided.or.dry.rot.and.mildew.will.occur.. polyethylene..DO.NOT.store.the.weather.cover.in. See.Section.R.-.General.Maintenance.for.additional. polyethylene.under.direct.sunlight.or.high.tempera- winter.storage.information. ture.situations. 5.. Ultraviolet.degradation.may.occur.under.prolonged. O - 9 MAINTENANCE exposure.to.direct.sunlight..Store.the.top.in.the. boot.when.not.in.use.

  • Page 174: Fiberglass And Hull

    Fiberglass and Hull Information P - 1 HULL DESIGN INFORMATION P - 3 EQUIPMENT INSTALLATION Four.Winns .boats.are.designed.using.the.sound. Many boats are used for specific purposes or under ® engineering.and.mathematical.principles.of.hydro- conditions.which.require.the.addition.of.special. statics,.hydrodynamics,.structure,.and.strength.of. equipment.to.the.hull.or.deck..Special.care.must.be. materials..The.materials.utilized.provide.optimum. taken.during.the.installation.of.any.equipment.to.a. strength.at.the.lightest.possible.weight..The.exact. fiberglass component. A polysulfide or butyl based fiberglass laminate schedule and construction . sealant.should.be.used.to.seal.installations.below.the. techniques.of.each.part.is.determined.in.accordance.. water line. Silicone “marine” seal or similar bedding with.the.strength.and.rigidity.required. compound.should.be.used.elsewhere. NOTICE P - 2 FIBERGLASS CONSTRUCTION DO NOT install any item onto or through the hull without adequately sealing the hull area The fiberglass components of Four Winns .boats..

  • Page 175: Weathering.effects.on.gel.coat

    washing.detergents.are.usually.gentle.and.are. recommended.for.cleaning.gel.coat..Cleaning.prod- Waxing decks, cockpit floors or other walking ucts.such.as.Ivory .or.Dawn .hand.dish.washing. ™ ™ areas is not recommended. Waxing will liquid.can.be.safely.used..Always.read.the.label. produce a very slippery surface, especially before.using.any.product. when wet. Wax may also buildup in the skid- resistant surfaces. Be sure all persons wear NOTICE deck shoes while aboard the boat.

  • Page 176: Stains

    1.. Wash. 1.. Wash.area.with.hand.dish.washing.soap. 2.. Begin.with.a.small.area.such.as.three.feet.by.. 2. Wax. If this does not work, then use a fine rubbing three.feet.and.apply.a.mild.cleanser. compound..If.this.does.not.work.use.400.or.600. wet or dry sandpaper, followed by fine rubbing 3.. Rinse.with.clean.water. compound.and.wax.. 4.. Follow.with.compound.and.waxing.as.outlined.in. procedure.above. When using wax or fine rubbing compounds, make sure.to.read.the.label.and.follow.the.directions..Some. If.the.stain.is.not.removed.by.the.hand.dish.washing. helpful.tips.are.listed.below. soap.or.mild.cleanser,.then.the.next.procedure.is.to. use.either.denatured.or.rubbing.alcohol..If.this.does. 1.. Avoid.working.in.direct.sunlight..This.dries.out.the. not.work,.consult.your.Four.Winns.dealer.for.profes- wax.or.compound,.and.can.stain.the.surface. sional.assistance. 2.. Use.clean.pads.or.cloths.to.apply.a.thin.coating.. NOTICE of.wax.or.rubbing.compound.to.a.small.area.such. DO NOT use acetone, ketone, or other as.three.feet.by.three.feet..Remove.any.excess,. solvents to remove stains.

  • Page 177: Gouges,.Cracks,.&.Blisters

    If.this.does.not.work,.clean.the.area.and.sand.lightly. covered..The.gel.coat.must.be.catalyzed.using.up. with.400.to.600.wet.or.dry.sandpaper.and.follow.with. to.2%.MEK.Peroxide.which.can.be.purchased.at.a. rubbing.compound.and.wax. supplier handling fiberglass reinforced products. Contact.your.Four.Winns.dealer.for.assistance. B. Gouges & Cracks 8.. After.ample.drying.time,.sand.the.area.using.very. Stress.cracks.and.crazing.are.the.appearance.of. fine wet/dry sandpaper. If the appearance of the hairline.cracks.in.the.gel.coat.surface..When.present,. area.is.still.not.satisfactory,.repeat.steps.2.through. these problems usually occur in the gel coat finish or 4.as.necessary. the outer “skin coat” fiberglass laminate. The appear- ance.of.these.cracks.does.not.pose.a.threat.to.the. 9.. If.above.the.waterline,.polish.the.area.using.a. structural.integrity.of.the.boat...In.most.cases,.they.. fiberglass rubbing compound and then wax. If the are.cosmetic.and.can.be.treated. repaired.area.is.below.the.waterline,.the.area. should.be.primed.and.painted.in.accordance.with. Cosmetic.surface.damage.can.be.repaired.as.follows: the.antifouling.paint.manufacturer’s.instructions. 1. Sand the surrounding area with medium or fine . Gel.coat,.like.paint,.will.change.colors.with.time.and. grit.sandpaper..Clean.all.marine.growth,.dirt,. exposure.to.sunlight.(ultraviolet)..For.this.reason,. antifouling.paint,.etc..from.the.immediate.area... “matching” gel coat obtained from Four Winns may DO.NOT.excessively.scratch.or.gouge.the.. not.match.the.gel.color.of.a.boat.that.has.been. surrounding.area. exposed..However,.this.is.the.closest.match.commer- cially available. A fiberglass technician can tint the gel 2..

  • Page 178: Antifouling Paint

    that.the.hull.must.dry.out.for.several.days.or.possibly. Prior.to.application.of.the.antifouling.paint,.the.boat. owner.may.consider.coating.the.hull.bottom.with.an.. weeks.before.repairs.can.proceed.. epoxy.coating..Four.Winns.recommends.this.proce- dure.as.a.preventive.and.effective.means.of.control- To determine if the hull has dried sufficiently, tape one square.foot.of.household.plastic.wrap.securely.to.the. ling.osmotic.blistering..Most.major.antifouling.paint. hull.bottom..Make.sure.all.edges.are.sealed.and.let.it. manufacturers.also.supply.a.line.of.epoxy.undercoat- stand.for.twenty-four.hours..If.condensation.has. ings..Consult.your.Four.Winns.dealer.for.recom- mendations.on.epoxy.undercoatings. accumulated under the plastic, the hull is still “wet” and.must.be.allowed.to.dry.longer.before.repairing.. P - 7 HULL SUPPORT When.the.repair.is.completed,.an.application.of.an. epoxy.barrier.coat.should.be.considered..This.will.help. Proper.support.of.the.hull.while.it.is.out.of.the.water.. prevent.the.possibility.of.reoccurrence.of.blisters..Your. is.imperative..Due.to.the.design.complexities,. Four.Winns.dealer.or.local.ship.store.will.have.informa- Four.Winns.does.not.recommend.trailers.or.storage. tion.on.barrier.coat.products. cradles.be.homemade..The.boat.is.a.valuable.piece.. of.equipment..DO.NOT.risk.permanent.damage.to.. P - 6 ANTIFOULING PAINT the.hull.structure.in.an.attempt.to.save.the.cost.of.an. adequate.support..Improper.support.can.lead.to. Four.Winns.recommends.antifouling.or.bottom.paint. serious.and.permanent.hull.deformation. for.boats.which.will.be.kept.in.the.water.for.extended.
  • Page 179 Figure P-2: 348 Vista Bottom Paint Line Location ® Exterior Equipment - Section P Owner’s Manual Page ...

  • Page 180: Woodwork And Composites

    WOODWORK AND COMPOSITES Q - 1 HIGH-PRESSURE LAMINATE CARE To.clean.star.board,.use.a.solvent-free,.nonabrasive. cleaner.such.as.hand.dish.washing.soap.or.Fantastic ™ Read.the.label.before.using.any.cleaning.product. Much.of.the.348.Vista .interior.components.such.as. ® the.shelving,.closets,.closet.door.and.drawer.fronts. consist.of.a.high.pressure.laminate.material..The. NOTICE finish is that of a synthetic cherry and can be cleaned Star board will stain when exposed to certain with.hand.dish.washing.soap.and.water.or.other. oils or chemicals. Always wipe up any spills cleaning.solutions.such.as.Fantastik ..Always.read. ™ immediately.

  • Page 181: Woodgrain.enhancements

    Q - 7 FIBERGLASS COUNTERTOP WITH SOLID SURFACE INLAY The.countertop.for.348.cabin.galley.is.made.of. laminated fiberglass with a solid surface inlay. The exterior.of.the.countertop.is.gel.coat..This.makes.for. an.extremely.strong.yet.lightweight.countertop..It.can. be.cleaned.with.mild.hand.dish.washing.soap.and. water.or.other.cleaning.solutions.such.as.Fantastik™.. Always.read.the.label.before.using.any.product.. Please.read.the.notices.below..See.Figure.Q-4. Figure Q-2: Cockpit Table NOTICE DO NOT use abrasive cleaners or solvents on cockpit table. DO NOT use Soft Scrub™ soap or similar cleaning products; they will scratch the surface and remove the shine.

  • Page 182: Acrylic.plastic.-.(Plexiglass)

    surface.gives.these.countertops.a.rich.look.and.makes. for.an.extremely.strong.yet.lightweight.top..It.can.be. cleaned.with.hand.dish.washing.soap.and.water,.or. other.cleaning.solutions.such.as.Fantastik ..Always. ™ read.the.label.before.using.any.product..See.Figures. Q-5.and.Q-6. Figure Q-7: Companionway Door To.clean.acrylic.plastic:. 1).. Rinse.with.plenty.of.water.to.wash.off.as.much.. dirt.as.possible. 2). Using.your.bare.hand,.along.with.plenty.of.water,. Figure Q-5: Refreshment Center feel.and.remove.any.dried.on.dirt.or.mud..Do.not. use fingernails to scrape as this could scratch the plexiglass. 3). Wash.using.a.soft,.grit.free.cloth.or.sponge.and. mild,.nonabrasive.soap.or.detergent. 4). Blot.dry.using.a.clean,.damp.chamois. NOTICE Never use a dry cloth, duster, glass cleaning solutions or citrus cleaner on acrylic plastic. NOTICE Do not use solvents such as acetone, silicone spray, benzine, carbon tetrachloride, fire...

  • Page 183: General Maintenance

    General Maintenance R - 1 WINTERIZATION 4.. Be.sure.all.the.water.is.completely.drained.from. the.fresh.water.system..Disconnect.all.hoses,. check.valves,.etc..and.blow.all.the.water.from.the. A. Prior to Lifting for Winter Lay-up system.using.very.low.air.pressure..The.use.of. nontoxic,.fresh.water.system.antifreeze.is.recom- 1.. Pump.out.the.head.(dockside.discharge),.and.be. mended.as.an.alternative.to.disassembling.the. sure.the.holding.tank.is.empty..Flush.the.head. water.system..Refer.to.Section.J-7.-.System. holding.tank.with.soap,.water.and.a.deodorizer. Maintenance.in.this.manual.for.information.on. (e.g.,.Lysol.Liquid™)..Add.more.water.if.neces- winterizing.the.water.system. sary..Have.the.cleaning.solution.pumped.out. 5.. Winterize.the.head.as.recommended.by.the.head. 2.. Have.the.fuel.tank.either.full.or.completely.empty.. manufacturer..If.the.boat.is.equipped.with.a. See.the.Engine.Owner’s.manual.for.recom- holding.tank,.mix.some.antifreeze.solution.and. mendations..Also,.check.with.the.dry.dock.opera- pour.it.into.the.head..Transfer.some.of.the.anti- tors.for.recommendations..If.winter.storing.with.a. freeze to the holding tank by flushing the head. full.fuel.tank,.gasoline.winterizer.such.as.Sta-bil ®...

  • Page 184: Prior.to.winter.storage

    Periodically check hoses for Lysol.Disinfectant™. abrasions. 3.. Place.small.dishes.of.rodent.poison.such.as. D-Con™.in.a.number.of.areas.around.the.boat..Be. NOTICE sure.dishes.are.placed.near.the.head.and.the. The Four Winns installed flush out kit for Volvo engines,.as.rodents.will.destroy.upholstery,.water. Penta engines is identified by a transom deck ® intake.and.discharge.hoses. mounted coupler & cap. This type of flush out may be used with the boat in or out of the 4..

  • Page 185: Mercruiser ® Engine Flush Out Option

    Periodically check hoses for abrasions. NOTICE The Four Winns installed flush out kit for MerCruiser engines may be used with the ® boat in or out of the water and the engine ON.

  • Page 186: General.maintenance.schedule

    R - 3 GENERAL MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE * Or as Required General Maintenance - Section R Owner’s Manual Page ...
  • Page 187 & & & & l i t & Air Conditioner t t i m (If Applicable) i l i * Or as Required General Maintenance - Section R Owner’s Manual Page ...
  • Page 188 l l u l l u & & Clean Plexiglass Components * Or as Required General Maintenance - Section R Owner’s Manual Page ...

  • Page 189: Pre-Launch And Underway

    Pre-Launch and Underway S - 1 LAUNCH AND CRUISE CHECKLIST . Get.a.current.weather.report..If.the.weather.will.not.be.favorable,.postpone.your.trip.. . If.your.boat.has.been.out.of.the.water,.check.to.see.that.all.bilge.water.has.drained.out.. . Install.hull.drain.plugs..Inspect.the.hull.and.propeller.for.damage..Excessive.dirt.or.marine.growth.will.effect.your.boat’s.per- formance and fuel efficiency. . Check.the.electrical.system.and.navigation.lights.. If your boat has been in the water, run the bilge pump until the flow of water stops. . Check.that.all.required.safety.equipment.is.on.board.and.in.good.working.condition..Examples.include. personal flotation devices (PFDs), horn, fire extinguisher, visual distress signals, etc. Take along extra drinking.water.. . Check.that.other.important.equipment.is.on.board..Examples.include.mooring.lines,.anchor.and.line,. tool kit, first aid kit, etc. . Open.engine.compartment..Inspect.for.fuel.odors.and.visible.leaks.in.the.fuel,.oil,.coolant,.exhaust. and.power.steering.systems.. . Visually.inspect.engine.for.cracked.hose,.defective.belts,.or.other.signs.of.engine.problems..Check.en- gine oil and battery water levels. Check power steering fluid level. Check battery electrolyte range. Check fuel level. Fuel tanks should be filled to slightly less than capacity. Allow for fuel expansion. . Check.that.all.engine.drains.are.closed.(stern.drives).. . Make.sure.navigation.charts.and.equipment.are.on.board.. .

  • Page 190: S.-.2

    C. Pumping Fuel S - 2 FUELING Follow engine manufacturer’s recommenda- Do not smoke, extinguish all open flames, tions for types of fuel and oil. Use of improper STOP all engines and other devices that could products can damage the engine and void the cause sparks, including the bilge blower.

  • Page 191: S.-.3

    S - 3 LOADING PASSENGERS AND GEAR A. Preliminary Checks 1... Secure.boat.to.the.dock.before.attempting.to.start. When.loading.your.boat,.remember.to.distribute.the. engine..The.boat.should.be.kept.secure.until.the. load.evenly..Keep.the.load.low.and.do.not.overload... engine.is.running.and.warmed.up.. On certain Vista® models a capacity plate affixed to your.boat.states.the.maximum.load.capacity..The.plate. 2. Operate the bilge pump until the flow of water shows.in.pounds,.the.amount.of.persons.and.gear.that. stops.. the.boat.will.safely.handle.under.normal.conditions... U..S..Coast.Guard.regulations.establishes.these.load. 3... Make.sure.the.throttle.is.in.the.neutral.position. capacity.ratings..Position.passengers.and.gear.so.that. and.stern.drive.or.outboard.is.lowered.into.water.. the.load.is.balanced.. 4... Make.sure.passengers.seated.in.the.bow.area.do. NOTICE not.obstruct.the.driver’s.vision.. The NMMA Yacht Certification rating (indicated by a yacht certification plate - see Preface B.

  • Page 192: S.-.5

    7... Inspect.for.fuel.odors.and.visible.leaks.in.the.fuel,. If you move the bow out first, watch that the stern . oil,.coolant,.exhaust.and.power.steering.systems.. of.the.boat.does.not.swing.into.the.dock.or.a.piling.. 8... Make.sure.boat.is.securely.moored.to.the.dock.and. Once.away.from.the.dock,.devote.some.time.to. engine.is.idling..Then.move.the.throttle.forward.and. learning.how.to.maneuver..Practice.docking.using.. then.aft.and.back.to.neutral.to.check.for.proper. an.imaginary.dock..Practice.stopping.and.reversing.. operation.of.the.shifting.motion..Be.careful..Leave. the.engine.in.gear.for.only.a.second.or.two.. B. Stopping Boats.have.no.brakes..Stopping.is.accomplished.by. S - 5 MANEUVERING backing.down.on.the.throttle..Practice.stopping. maneuvers.and.learn.early.how.your.boat.reacts.. From.forward.motion,.pull.the.throttle.back.towards. NEUTRAL..Depending.on.your.speed,.the.distance. Boat steering is not self-centering. Steering is the.boat.travels.until.it.comes.to.a.complete.stop.will. effected by engine and propeller torque, trim vary..The.ability.to.measure.the.distance.will.only.be.

  • Page 193: S.-.6

    S - 6 ACCELERATION short.of.porpoising.or.propeller.cavitation,.under.ideal. running.conditions.. Trim. your. boat. to. compensate. for. seas,. winds,. or. Before accelerating to bring you boat on plane, uneven.loads.. be sure that the area in front of your boat is clear. The bow will rise out of the water Head.Seas Trim.drives.in.more.than.

  • Page 194: Tilt/Trim.control.switches

    at.full.throttle,.immediately.lower.the.drive.trim.. and.reduce.the.throttle.until.the.slipping.stops... If.necessary,.have.your.dealer.reset.the.trim.limit. switch.(if.provided).to.avoid.overtrimming.in.the. future.. If.the.prop.slips.at.lower.planing.speeds,.the.drive. may.be.trimmed.too.high..Immediately.lower.the. drive.unit.until.the.prop.grabs.again.to.restore. efficiency. 7... Trimming.out,.in.addition.to.raising.the.bow,.also. lifts.the.boat.higher,.gaining.speed.because.less. Figure S-1: Trimming the Boat with Trim Tabs hull.is.in.the.water.. B. Tilt/Trim Control Switch - Stern Drive Models Only NOTE:.Refer.to.the.control.instructions.regarding.the. power.trim.controls.installed.on.your.boat.. NOTE:.Trim.refers.to.the.angle.of.the.lower.unit.in. relation.to.the.bottom.of.the.boat..With.respect.to. trimming,.the.words.in,.down,.under,.and.forward,.. have.the.same.meaning.as.do.up,.out,.and.aft.. 1... The.standard.trim.control.switch.is.located.. on.the.control.lever.handle.. 2... The.switch.controls.the.position.of.the.stern.drive.. Proper.trim.is.very.important.in.boating..

  • Page 195: S.-.9

    Your.boat.has.one.white.(stern),.one.red.(port).and.one. •. Close.and.secure.all.portals.and.hatches..Stow. green.(starboard).light..The.stern.light.may.be.a. all.loose.gear.below.deck.and.tie.down.any.gear. removable.pole.light..To.use.the.light,.line.up.the.two- required.to.remain.on.deck.. prong.plug.in.the.pole.with.the.receptacle.in.the.base.. Plug.the.light.in,.and.lock.it.into.place.with.lever/slide. •. Reduce.speed.as.the.seas.build..Make.sure.all. lock..When.not.in.use,.stow.the.light.inside.your.boat. passengers.are.wearing.their.PFDs.. for.safekeeping..This.light.can.be.turned.on.or.off.at.the. helm.. •. If.you.lose.power,.keep.the.boat.headed.into.the. waves.by.rigging.a.sea.anchor.off.the.bow...If. Check.lights.for.proper.operation.before.heading.out.at. there.is.no.sea.anchor.on.board,.use.a.canvas. night..You.should.also.learn.to.identify.the.running.light. bucket.or.any.object.that.will.offer.resistance.. combinations.for.other.vessels..We.recommend.that. you.participate.in.a.boating.safety.course.to.further. • Radar reflectors (if installed on your boat) should learn.about.navigation.lights.and.safe.boating.prac- be.18.inches.diagonally.and.placed.12.feet.above. tices.. the.waterline.. B. Fog The.anchor.lights.and.navigation.lights.are.controlled. by.a.switch.at.the.helm..The.anchor.light.switch.allows. you.to.turn.on.just.the.stern.(white).light.when.an- Fog.is.a.result.of.either.warm.surface.or.cold.surface. chored.or.moored..While.underway,.use.the.navigation. conditions..You.can.judge.the.likelihood.of.fog. light.switch.to.turn.on.the.stern.(white),.port.(red).and. formation.by.periodically.measuring.the.air.tempera- starboard.(green).lights..Lights.are.off.when.switches.

  • Page 196: Running.aground

    C. Running Aground •. Navigation.markers.serve.as.a.means.of.identify- ing.navigable.routes.and.indicate.water.hazards.. Boaters.should.become.familiar.with.navigation. markers.and.stay.within.marked.boundaries.and. To prevent boat damage, DO NOT use deck clear.of.hazards.. hardware or water ski pylon for towing. Use a commercial towing service. S - 10 REACTING TO EMERGENCIES Operating.in.shallow.water.can.present.a.number.of. Be.prepared.to.deal.with.emergencies.before.they. hazards..Sand.bars.in.narrow.inlets.are.constantly. happen..Try.to.formulate.a.plan.for.each.type.of. shifting, making it difficult to mark them with buoys. emergency.in.advance.so.that.decisions.can.be.made.

  • Page 197: Collision

    •. Move.throttles.to.idle.position.immediately.and.yell. 1... Make.sure.all.persons.aboard.are.wearing.their. PFDs.. “MAN OVERBOARD. ” 2. If the fire is small, attempt to put it out with your • Throw some floating object overboard immedi- ately..Keep.your.required.Type.IV.PFD.accessible. fire extinguisher. If the fire is in the engine com- at.all.times.for.such.an.emergency.. partment,.turn.off.the.bilge.blower..Do.not.open. the.engine.compartment..This.feeds.oxygen.to.the. fire and may cause it to flare up. •. Keep.the.person.in.the.water.in.sight.at.all.times.. Have.a.passenger.do.nothing.but.watch.the. 3. If the fire gets out of control, execute a distress person..Do.not.go.into.the.water.to.help.the.victim.. One.person.in.the.water.is.enough.trouble.. signal.and.call.for.help.if.equipped.with.a.ship-to- shore.radio.. •. Circle.around.quickly,.approaching.into.the.wind. 4... All.persons.aboard.should.jump.overboard.and. and.waves..When.the.person.is.alongside,.put.the. swim a safe distance away from the flames. engine.in.neutral.and.throw.them.a.Type.IV.PFD. with.a.line.attached.or.extend.a.paddle.or.boat. IMPORTANT:.All.persons.aboard.should.know.the. hook.within.his/her.reach.. location and proper operation of the fire extinguishers. E. Collision Guidelines If a serious collision occurs, you should first check the •.

  • Page 198: Medical.emergency

    • Allow only a qualified marine electrician to service level.of.reservoir.and.drive.pump.belt..If.the.steering.is. the.boats.electrical.system.. not.operating.properly,.do.not.operate.the.boat.and. call.for.assistance.. G. Medical Emergency K. Additional Underway Information Accidents.while.boating.can.and.may.happen..Be. prepared.to.handle.these.emergencies.when.they. •. Always.be.aware.of.local.laws.on.noise.limits.. happen. Keeping a first aid kit and dry blankets on Noise.means.engine.noise,.radio.noise.or.even. board.can.assist.during.these.situations..It.is.also.a. yelling.by.people.on.your.boat..Good.seamanship. good.idea.to.contact.your.local.Red.Cross.for.informa- demands.that.you.operate.your.boat.quietly.so.as. tion and training on first aid and CPR. not.to.infringe.on.the.rights.of.others..Don’t.use. thru-transom.exhaust.unless.you.are.well.off. H. Propulsion Failure shore.. Before.you.call.for.help.regarding.an.engine.or.drive. •. You.are.responsible.for.any.damage.or.injury. unit.failure,.it.is.a.good.idea.to.eliminate.the.possibility. caused.by.your.boat’s.wake..Observe.no.wake. of.simple.problems..Turn.off.the.engine.and.check.to. speed.zone.warnings..Operate.your.boat.with. see.that.(1).there.is.fuel.in.the.tank;.(2).the.engine. regard.for.the.safety.of.other.boats.and.people.in. cooling.intakes.on.the.outdrive.are.not.clogged;.(3). your.boating.area..

  • Page 199: Mooring

    If.the.weather.looks.bad,.use.spring-lines.from.the. If.you.are.mooring.your.boat.for.a.short.time,.bow.and. bow.and.stern.to.dock.amidships.of.the.boat..Tie.up. stern.lines.may.be.the.only.lines.you.will.need..If.you. on.the.downwind.side.of.the.dock..If.the.wind.is. are.mooring.your.boat.for.a.longer.time.or.the.currents. changeable,.place.fenders.over.the.side.between.the. are.swift,.you.should.use.spring.lines..The.stern.spring. boat.and.the.dock.. line.leads.from.the.boat’s.stern.cleat.forward.to.the. piling.or.cleat.on.the.dock..The.bow.spring.line.leads. B. Mooring from.the.bow.cleat.aft.to.the.dock.. After.you.have.positioned.your.boat.next.to.the.dock,. If.you.are.mooring.your.boat.in.a.slip,.bow.and.spring. you.must.secure.it.with.mooring.lines.to.keep.it.in. lines,.port.and.starboard,.will.keep.your.boat.in. position..Mooring.lines.must.be.long.enough.to.secure. position.. your.boat.in.any.docking.situation..For.example,.the. length.of.the.lines.for.a.16-foot.runabout.should.be.at. NOTE:.If.tides.are.a.consideration,.be.sure.to.leave. least.15.feet..An.eye.splice.at.the.end.of.each.line. slack.in.the.lines.to.make.up.for.the.rise.and.fall.of.the. works.well.with.bow.or.stern.cleats.. water.while.your.boat.is.docked.. The.mooring.lines.you.will.use.most.often.are.the.bow. line,.the.stern.line,.and.spring.lines.as.shown.on. Figure S-5. Each line has a specific purpose. The bow line.and.the.stern.line.secure.your.boat’s.bow.and. stern..The.two.spring.lines.keep.your.boat.from. moving.forward.or.backward.when.you.are.moored. alongside.a.dock.. Figure S-5: Mooring Lines Pre-Launch and Underway - Section S Owner’s Manual Page 9...

  • Page 200: Glossary

    Glossary ABAFT.-.Toward.the.rear.of.a.boat. BILGE.-.The.lowest.interior.area.of.a.hull,.used.to.. collect.water.that.has.entered. ABEAM.-.At.right.angles.to.the.keel.of.the.boat. BILGE.PUMP.-.A.pump.intended.for.removal.of.spray,. ABOARD.-.On.the.boat. rainwater,.and.the.normal.accumulation.of.water.due. to.seepage.and.spillage;.not.intended.for.damage. ABREAST.-.Side.by.side. control. ADRIFT.-.Loose,.not.on.moorings.or.towline. BINNACLE.-.The.stand.or.support.for.a.magnetic. compass.occasionally.used.to.mean.helm. AFT.-.Moving.toward.the.stern,.you.are.going.aft. BITT - A heavy and firmly mounted piece of wood . AGROUND.-.Stuck.fast.to.the.bottom. or.metal.used.for.securing.lines. AHEAD.-.In.a.forward.direction. BLOCK.-.A.wooden.or.metal.case.enclosing.one.. or.more.pulleys.and.having.a.hook,.eye,.or.strap.by. ALEE.-.Away.from.the.direction.of.the.wind;.opposite. which.it.may.be.attached. of.windward. BOLLARD.-.A.single.post.(wood,.metal,.or.concrete). ALOFT.-.Above.the.deck. on.a.dock,.pier,.or.wharf.used.to.secure.a.vessel’s. lines. AMIDSHIPS.-.1..An.object.or.area.midway.between. the.bow.and.stern...2..An.object.or.area.midway. BONDING.-.The.electrical.connection.of.exposed. between.the.port.side.and.the.starboard.side.of.a. metallic,.non-current.carrying.components.to.a. vessel. common.point.on.the.main.engine.block. AMPERE.-.The.standard.unit.used.to.measure.the. BOW.-.The.front.end.of.the.boat. draw.of.an.electrical.current. BOW.LINE.-.A.docking.line.leading.from.the.bow. ANCHOR.RODE.OR.ROPE.-.The.line.(chain).. connecting.a.vessel.to.its.anchor.
  • Page 201 CAPSTAN.-.A.machine.that.moves.a.cylindrical. DEAD.RECKONING.-.A.plot.of.courses.steered.and. device.on.a.shaft.for.the.purpose.of.hauling.up.an. distances.traveled.through.the.water. anchor. DECK.-.A.permanent.covering.over.a.compartment,. CAST.OFF.-.To.let.go. hull.or.any.part.thereof. CATAMARAN.-.A.twin-hulled.boat,.with.the.hulls.. DESIGNATOR - Model identifier or model name. being.side-by-side. 1..to.mark.or.point.out;.indicate;.show;.specify.. 2..to.denote;.indicate;.signify.. CHINE.-.The.intersection.of.a.boat’s.bottom.and.side... 3..to.name;.entitle;.style. If this intersection is rounded, it is a “soft” chine. . If the intersection is squared off, it is a “hard” chine. DINGHY.-.A.small,.open.boat.used.for.ship.to.shore. transportation. CHOCK - 1. A fitting or hole in a railing or deck through.which.a.mooring.or.anchor.line.is.routed..DISPLACEMENT.-.The.weight.of.water.dislocated.by. 2..A.wedge.used.to.secure.an.item.in.place. the.hull.of.a.vessel. CIRCUIT.BREAKER.-.A.device.used.to.interrupt.an. DISPLACEMENT HULL - A hull that “displaces” a electrical circuit when current flow exceeds a predeter- volume.of.water.equal.to.the.weight.of.the.boat...A.hull. mined.level. designed.to.run.in.the.water.rather.than.on.top.of.the. water...When.a.displacement.hull.moves.through.the. CLEAT - A double-ended deck fitting to which lines water,.it.pushes.that.water.out.of.the.way...Water.will. are.secured;.usually.anvil-shaped. then flow around the hull and fill the “hole” the boat leaves.astern.. COAMINGS.-.Raised.lips.around.cockpits.or.hatches. used.to.keep.water.from.entering. DOCUMENTED.VESSEL.-.Documented.yachts.have. been.specially.registered.with.the.U.S..Coast.Guard... COCKPIT.-.An.exposed.deck.area.(usually.aft).that.is.
  • Page 202 EVEN KEEL - To be floating evenly without listing to FREEBOARD.-.The.minimum.vertical.distance.from. the.surface.of.the.water.to.the.gunwale. either.side. FREQUENCY - The number of crests passing a fixed EXHAUST.SYSTEM.-.The.means.by.which.the.hot. engine.(or.generator).exhaust.gases.are.moved.from. point.at.a.given.time. the.engine.to.an.outboard.port.and.then.released.into. atmosphere. FRONTS.-.Where.opposing.warm.and.cold.air. masses.meet,.generally.producing.a.band.of.wet,. stormy.weather.wherever.they.meet. EYE.SPLICE.-.A.permanent.loop.spliced.in.the.end.. of.a.line. GALLEY.-.The.kitchen.area.of.a.boat. FAST.-.Said.of.an.object.that.is.secured.to.another. GALVANIC.CORROSION.-.A.potential.electrical. difference.exists.between.dissimilar.metals.immersed. FATHOM.-.Six.feet. in.a.conductive.solution.(e.g.,.salt.water)..If.these. metals.touch.or.are.otherwise.electrically.connected,. FENDER.-.A.device.(usually.constructed.of.rubber.or. plastic).positioned.so.as.to.absorb.the.impact.between. this potential difference produces an electron flow vessels.or.dock. between.them..The.attack.on.the.less.corrosion. resistant.metal.is.usually.increased.and.the.attack.on. the.more.resistant.metal.is.decreased,.as.compared. FETCH.-.The.unobstructed.distance.that.the.wind.can. to.when.these.metals.are.not.touching. blow.over.the.water.to.create.waves. FLARE.-.1..Outboard.curve.of.the.hull.as.it.comes.up. GANGWAY.-.The.area.of.a.ship’s.side.where.people. the.side.from.the.waterline;.the.reverse.of.tumble. board.and.disembark. home..2..A.pyrotechnic.device.used.for.emergency. GASKET.-.A.strip.of.sealing.material,.usually.rubber,. signaling. set.along.the.edge.of.a.water.or.gas.tight.door,.port,. cover.or.hatch.
  • Page 203 HARDTOP.-.A.permanent.cover.over.the.cabin.or. ISOTHERMS.-.Isotherms.are.lines.that.are.similar.to. cockpit. Isobars.except.that.Isotherms.connect.all.the.points. that.are.of.equal.temperature. HAWSER.-.A.heavy.rope.or.cable.used.for.mooring.. or.towing. JETSAM.-.Refuse.that.sinks.when.discharged.. overboard. HEAD.-.A.toilet.or.lavatory.area. KEDGE(S).-.One.or.more.anchors.set.out.from.. HEADING.-.The.direction.that.a.vessel.is.going.with. a.grounded.vessel,.usually.astern,.to.1).keep.it.. reference.to.true,.magnetic,.or.compass.north. from.being.driven.further.aground.and.2).to.aid.in. refloating. HEADWAY.-.The.forward.motion.of.a.vessel.through. the.water. KEEL.-.1..The.centerline.of.a.boat.hull.bottom.. running.fore.and.aft,.2..The.backbone.of.a.vessel. HEAVE.TO.-.To.bring.a.vessel.up.in.a.position.where. it.will.maintain.little.or.no.headway,.usually.with.the. KNOT.-.1..A.maritime.unit.of.speed.equal.to.one.. bow.into.the.wind. nautical.mile.per.hour.(6076.feet)...2..A.term.for. hitches.and.bends. HEAVY.WEATHER.-.Stormy.weather.with.high.seas. and.strong.winds. LANYARD.-.A.short.line.made.fast.to.an.object.. to.secure.it. HEEL.-.To.tip.to.one.side. LATITUDE.-.The.measure.of.angular.distance.in. HELM.-.The.wheel.or.tiller.that.manually.controls.the. degrees,.minutes,.and.seconds,.north.or.south.of.. boat’s.steering.system. the.equator. HELMSMAN.-.The.individual.steering.the.vessel. LAZARETTE.-.Storage.compartment.in.the.deck.. at.the.stern. HIGHS.-.A.center.of.pressure.surrounded.by.lower. pressure.on.all.sides...Caused.by.a.mass.of.cooler,.
  • Page 204 MODEL DESIGNATOR - Model identifier or model POINT.-.One.of.32.points.of.the.compass.that.is.equal. name. to.11-1/4.degrees. MOORING.-.An.arrangement.for.securing.a.boat.. PORT.-.1..Looking.forward,.the.left.side.of.a.boat,.. to.a.mooring.buoy.or.pier. 2..A.harbor,..3..An.opening.for.light.or.ventilation.or. passage.of.material.in.the.side.of.a.boat. NAVIGATION.LIGHTS.-.A.set.of.red.and.green.or. white.lights.which.must.be.shown.by.all.vessels. PORT.BEAM.-.The.left-center.of.a.boat. between.dusk.and.dawn. PORT.BOW.-.Facing.the.bow,.the.front.left.side. OVERHEAD.-.A.ceiling.or.roof.of.a.vessel. PORT.QUARTER.-.Looking.forward,.a.vessel’s.left. OVERBOARD.-.Over.the.side.of.the.boat. rear.section. OUTBOARD.-.1..From.the.fore-and-aft.centerline.of.a. QUARTER.-.The.sides.of.a.boat.aft.of.amidships. boat.toward.both.the.port.and.starboard.sides...2..The. seaward.side.of.a.moored.boat...3...An.engine.that.is. QUARTERING.SEA.-.Sea.coming.on.a.boat’s.. mounted.externally.onto.the.transom.of.a.boat. quarter. PAINTER.-.A.line.to.the.bow.of.a.small.boat.used.for. RED-RIGHT-RETURNING.-.A.term.for.helmsmen.. making.fast. that.buoys.and.day.markers.are.on.the.right.when. returning.from.seaward. PASSAGEWAY.-.A.corridor.or.hallway.aboard.ship. REEF.-.A.shallow.underwater.barrier. PENNANT.-.The.line.by.which.a.boat.is.made.fast.. to.a.mooring.buoy;.also.pendant. REEVE.-.To.pass.a.line.through.a.block.or.other. opening. PERSONAL.FLOATATION.DEVICE.(PFD).-.. A.life.preserver. RIDGES - High pressure fingers extending out . from.a.high. PIER.-.A.loading.platform.that.extends.at.an.angle.
  • Page 205 SHACKLE - A “U” shaped connector with a pin . STRUT.-.A.propeller.shaft.support.that.is.below.. or.bolt.across.the.open.end. the.hull. SHAFT.-.The.long,.round.member.that.connects.. SUMP.-.A.pit.or.well.into.which.water.is.drained. the.engine.or.transmission.to.the.propeller. SUPERSTRUCTURE.-.Deck.houses.and.other. SHAFT LOG - A fitting at the hull bottom where the structures.extending.above.the.deck. shaft.connecting.an.engine.to.its.propeller.penetrates. the.hull...A.shaft.log.permits.the.shaft.to.rotate.while. THWART.-.A.seat.or.brace.running.laterally.across.. simultaneously.preventing.water.from.entering.. a.boat. the.hull. THWARTSHIPS.-.At.right.angles.to.the.centerline. SHEER.-.The.top.of.the.hull’s.curvature.at.the.deck. line.from.the.bow.to.the.stern. TILLER.-.A.bar.or.handle.for.turning.a.boat’s.rudder,. or.motor. SHEER.STRAKE.-.The.upper.edge.of.the.hull,. immediately.below.the.deck. TOPSIDE.-.To.go.up.to.the.top.deck. SHEET.BEND.-.A.knot.used.to.join.tow.ropes. TRANSOM.-.The.stern.cross-section.of.a.square. sterned.boat SHOAL.-.An.area.of.shallow.water. TRANSVERSE.-.Across.the.vessel;.athwartships. SILENCER - A baffled chamber installed in an . exhaust.system.to.reduce.the.noise. TRIM.-.Fore.and.aft.balance.of.a.boat. SOLE - Term for deck, cabin or cockpit floor. TROUGH.-.1..The.valley.that.exists.between.waves... 2..A.trough.is.the.opposite.of.a.ridge.in.that.it.is.an. SPAR.-.A.general.term.for.booms,.masts,.yards.etc. elongated.low-pressure.area.extending.out.from.a. low...A.trough.normally.indicates.unsettled.weather. SPRING.LINE.-.A.pivot.line.used.in.docking,.undoc king,.or.to.prevent.the.boat.from.moving.forward.or. TUMBLE HOME - The opposite of flare. The shape .
  • Page 206 WATER.LINE.-.The.line.of.the.water.on.the.hull.when. the vessel is afloat. WATCH.-.A.4.hour.duty.period.while.at.sea. WAVES.-.Waves.are.periodic.disturbances.of.the. sea’s.surface,.caused.by.wind,.seaquakes,.and.the. gravitational.pull.of.the.moon.and.the.sun. Glossary Owner’s Manual Page 0...

  • Page 207: Float Plan

    DO NOT file this plan with the Coast Guard. Name ________________________________________________ Telephone ______________________________ Description of Boat __________________________ Type _________ Color ____________ Trim ____________ Registration Number ___________________________________________________________________________ Length ___________________ Name __________________________ Make ____________________________ Four Winns ® Hull Identification Number ___________________________________________________ Other Information _____________________________________________________________________________ Persons Aboard: Name...

  • Page 208: Fuel Log

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  • Page 211: Service Log

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  • Page 214: Service Information

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  • Page 215: Vista ® Locator Drawing

    348 Vista Locator Drawing ® (Note: Representative Location Only - availability and locations of equipment may vary depending on optional equipment installed. Locations and availability is subject to change without notice.) Locator Drawing Owner’s Manual Page ...

  • Page 216: Electrical Schematics

    YEL 14AWG STBD WATER TEMP PUR/RED 14AWG STBD OIL PRESSURE LT BLU PUR/YEL PORT TRIM PUR/YEL PUR/RED 14AWG STBD FUEL GRA/RED FOUR WINNS PARTS LIST IGNITION BOTH PUR/ORN STBD TRIM PUR/WHT PORT 4-IN-1 PORT TRIM PUR/YEL ITEM PART NUMBER QUANTITY...
  • Page 217 PORT GAUGES PORT GAUGES COMPASS LT FIRE SUPPRESSION SYSTEM ENGINE ALARMS CLOCK LT + YEL 14AWG LT - YEL 14AWG FOUR WINNS PARTS LIST YEL 14AWG GAS VAPOR DETECTOR YEL 14AWG GAUGES PORT GAUGES PORT GAUGES BRN/ORN PANEL RETURN YEL 14AWG...
  • Page 218 12VDC PLUG 12VDC PLUG CB02 CB01 J152 STBD IGNITION PORT IGNITION HELM REMOTE IGNITION SW PANEL STBD IGNITION PORT IGNITION FOUR WINNS PARTS LIST CR03 DIODE ASSY ITEM PART NUMBER QUANTITY DESCRIPTION FUNCTION MANUFACTURER IGN SWITCH PANEL 028-0178 TERM, FASTON,.250,16-14...
  • Page 219 BLANK PANEL W/ NAV J152 HELM REMOTE J220 12VDC PLUG CB02 CB01 STBD IGNITION PORT IGNITION IGNITION SW PANEL STBD IGNITION PORT IGNITION FOUR WINNS PARTS LIST CR03 PART NUMBER QUANTITY MANUFACTURER DIODE ASSY ITEM DESCRIPTION FUNCTION 028-0178 TERM, FASTON,.250,16-14 028-0179 TERM,FASTON,.250,12-10...
  • Page 220 FOUR WINNS PARTS LIST EMERGENCY WINDLASS ACCESSORY ACCESSORY WIPER BILGE BLOWER HORN START SELECT PUMP ITEM PART NUMBER FUNCTION MANUFACTURER 025-3200 QUANTITY DESCRIPTION PANEL BLANK 028-0177 RECEPT,FASTON,.250,16-14 028-0179 RECEPT,FASTON,.250,12-10 028-0390 PIN,UMNL,18-14 028-0454 SOCKET,UMNL, 18-14 025-3200 PANEL, BLANK PORT SWITCH STBD DECK...
  • Page 221 COCKPIT PLATFORM ARCH ENGINE NAV/ANC ENGINE ACCESSORY SEAT LIGHTS LIGHTS LIGHTS LIGHTS LIGHTS HATCH 025-3201 PANEL BLANK FOUR WINNS PARTS LIST ITEM PART NUMBER QUANTITY DESCRIPTION FUNCTION MANUFACTURER 028-0177 RECEPT,FASTON,.250,16-14 028-0179 RECEPT,FASTON,.250,12-10 PIN,UMNL,18-14 028-0390 028-0454 SOCKET,UMNL,18-14 028-3201 PANEL,BLANK STBD SWITCH...
  • Page 222 348 VISTA HELM BREAKER PANEL ASSEMBLY Electrical Schematics Owner’s Manual Page 218...
  • Page 223 YEL 14AWG YEL 14AWG YEL 14AWG HELM GND09 YEL 14AWG ORN/YEL 14AWG YEL 14AWG J122 HELM GND10 YEL 14AWG NAV INSTR YEL 14AWG HELM GND11 348 VISTA YEL 14AWG YEL 14AWG HELM BREAKER HARNESS ASSEMBLY Electrical Schematics Owner’s Manual Page 219...
  • Page 224 TAB UP STBD TAB WHT/BRN 14AWG TAB DOWN CONTROL NOT USED SWITCH BACK VIEW NOT USED YEL 14AWG RETURN BLU 14AWG SWITCH LTS FOUR WINNS PARTS LIST ITEM PART NUMBER QUANTITY DESCRIPTION FUNCTION MANUFACTURER 028-0177 TERM,FASTON,.250,18-14 028-0390 PIN,UMNL,18-14 BLANK PANEL 025-3210...
  • Page 225 FRONT VIEW 348 VISTA BATTERY SWITCH PANEL ASSEMBLY Electrical Schematics Owner’s Manual Page 221...
  • Page 226 348 VISTA - DIESEL BATTERY SWITCH PANEL ASSEMBLY Electrical Schematics Owner’s Manual Page 222...
  • Page 227 348 VISTA AC/DC PANEL ASSEMBLY (1 of 4) Electrical Schematics Owner’s Manual Page 223...
  • Page 228 348 VISTA AC/DC PANEL ASSEMBLY (2 of 4) Electrical Schematics Owner’s Manual Page 224...
  • Page 229 348 VISTA AC/DC PANEL ASSEMBLY (3 of 4) Electrical Schematics Owner’s Manual Page 225...
  • Page 230 348 VISTA AC/DC PANEL ASSEMBLY (4 of 4) Electrical Schematics Owner’s Manual Page 226...
  • Page 231 BLK 10AWG TS04 TS05 NEUTRAL WHT 10AWG WHT 10AWG TS05 NEUTRAL GRN 10AWG GRN 10AWG TS06 GROUND INLET, PHONE/CABLE TV FOUR WINNS PARTS LIST FRONT VIEW BACK VIEW ITEM PART NUMBER QUANTITY DESCRIPTION FUNCTION MANUFACTURER 028-0200 TERM,SS,#10,12-10 UNTERMINATED PB01 025-3185...
  • Page 232 Shore Power Inlet Installation Galvanic Isolator Installation SHORE POWER INLET & GALVANIC ISOLATOR INSTALLATION Electrical Schematics Owner’s Manual Page 228...
  • Page 233 2. WIRING TO MEET THE REQUIREMENTS OF SAE J1128. 028-1974 SWITCH, DPDT, ON-ON, CONTURA XI PLATFORM LIGHTS CARLING 3. COLOR CODE PER FOUR WINNS SPEC. 125-60000. 4. TERMINATE PER FOUR WINNS SPEC. 125-60153. 5. ALL WIRES 16AWG UNLESS INDICATED 348 VISTA TRANSOM SWITCH...
  • Page 234 FRAME 4M SUPPORT LT BLU/ORN BLU/GRN GRA/RED GRA/RED BLU/WHT GRA/TAN GRA/TAN GRA/BLU 025-3226 GRA/BLU FACE PLATE 4 GANG CABIN SWITCH FOUR WINNS PARTS LIST ITEM PART NUMBER QUANTITY DESCRIPTION FUNCTION MANUFACTURER 028-0390 PIN,UMNL,18-14 028-0451 PLUG,UMNL,12 CKT CABIN SWITCH 028-1940 SWITCH,SPDT 2POS,IDEA...
  • Page 235 GRA/ORN GRA/BLU GRA/BLU GRA/ORN GRA/TAN GRA/TAN GRA/RED GRA/RED 025-3226 BLU/GRN FACE PLATE 4 GANG BLU/RED BERTH LT SW PANEL FOUR WINNS PARTS LIST ITEM PART NUMBER QUANTITY DESCRIPTION FUNCTION MANUFACTURER 028-0390 PIN,UMNL,18-14 PLUG,UMNL,12 CKT 028-0451 BERTH LT SW PANEL 028-1956...
  • Page 236 YEL 14AWG GAUGE RET ORN/BLU GAUGE POWER BRN/LT BLU FRESH WATER LEVEL BRN/PNK WASTE LEVEL J165 GRAY TANK GAUGE J165 FOUR WINNS PARTS LIST GRAY TANK GAUGE YEL 14AWG ITEM PART NUMBER QUANTITY DESCRIPTION FUNCTION GAUGE RET MANUFACTURER ORN/BLU GAUGE POWER...
  • Page 237 P178 P180 SPOT LIGHT SPOT LIGHT CONTROL UNIT SPOT LIGHT SPOT LIGHT CONTROL (ON BOW) (ON HELM) 16 AWG FOUR WINNS PARTS LIST ITEM MANUFACTURER PART NUMBER QUANTITY DESCRIPTION P178 1-640511-0 CONN.HOUSING,9 CKT P180 1-640511-0 CONN.HOUSING,9 CKT 7 PER CONN.
  • Page 238 FOUR WINNS PARTS LIST MANUFACTURER ITEM PART NUMBER QUANTITY DESCRIPTION FUNCTION 028-0177 TERM,FASTON,UF,.250,16-14 028-0390 PIN,UMNL, 18-14 028-0454 SOCKET,UMNL,18-14 028-1288 TERM,FASTON,.205,18-14 028-0445 RECEPTACLE,UMNL,12 CKT BERTH LT SWTCH PNL 028-0441 RECEPTACLE,UMNL 2 CKT PORT CABIN ROPE LT 028-0441 RECEPTACLE,UMNL 2 CKT PORT CABIN LT...
  • Page 239 LT02 YEL14AWG PORT NAV LT WHT/ORN PORT SW PANEL B RED/ORN WW02 ORN/WHT PORT WIPER YEL 14AWG RED/BLU WW01 FOUR WINNS PARTS LIST ORN/WHT STBD WIPER YEL 14AWG FUNCTION MANUFACTURER ITEM PART NUMBER QUANTITY DESCRIPTION PORT SW PANEL B 028-0177 TERM, FASTON, UF,.250, 16-14...
  • Page 240 WINDLASS WINDLASS DOWN BUTTONS WR01 WINDLASS RELAY RED/BLK POWER WR01 DOWN BLK/RED BLK/RED DOWN WINDLASS RELAY WINDLASS DOWN WINDLASS FOUR WINNS PARTS LIST RED/BLK WINDLASS UP ITEM PART NUMBER QUANTITY DESCRIPTION FUNCTION MANUFACTURER BLK/RED WINDLASS DOWN 028-0189 TERM,RING,#8,16-14 028-0193 TERM,RING,3/8,.250...
  • Page 241 PLATFORM LTS IN PLATFORM LTS GRA/ORN GRA/ORN PLATFORM LTS PLATFORM LTS GRA/ORN GRA/ORN PLATFORM LTS AFT REMOTE GRA/BLU FOUR WINNS PARTS LIST MANUFACTURER ITEM PART NUMBER QUANTITY DESCRIPTION FUNCTION 028-0177 TERMINAL, FASTON, UF, .250, 16-14 028-0195 TERMINAL, RING, PG, #10, 12-10...
  • Page 242 FOUR WINNS PARTS LIST TV01 COCKPIT LT COCKPIT TV MANUFACTURER ITEM PART NUMBER QUANTITY DESCRIPTION FUNCTION 028-0177 TERMINAL, FASTON, UF, .250, 16-14 028-0179 TERMINAL, FASTON, UF, .250, 12-10 028-0390 PIN, UMNL, 18-14 J182 028-0453 PIN, UMNL, 12-10 COCKPIT LT 028-0454...
  • Page 243 STBD LOWER 1. LENGTHS SHOWN IN INCHES +/- 1.5 INCH. LS02 SPEAKER STBD UPPER 2. WIRE COLOR PER FOUR WINNS COLOR CODE 125-60000. 3. TERMINATIONS PER FOUR WINNS SPEC. 125-60153 LS03 SPEAKER PORT LOWER 4. WIRE TYPE PER SAE J1128.
  • Page 244 J159 MID CABIN 12VDC PLUG MID CABIN TV FOUR WINNS PARTS LIST PART NUMBER QUANTITY DESCRIPTION FUNCTION MANUFACTURER ITEM 028-0179 TERM,FASTON,UF,.250,12-10 028-0390 PIN,UMNL, 18-14 028-0453 PIN,UMNL, 12-10 028-0454 SOCKET,UMNL,18-14 028-0455 SOCKET,UMNL, 12-10 P120 028-0448 PLUG,UMNL 4 CKT CABIN PNL/MID CABIN...
  • Page 245 HEAD SWITCH J199 J190 J184 STBD CLOSET LT GALLEY REFRIG HEAD VENT FOUR WINNS PARTS LIST FWD BILGE SYSTEMS ITEM PART NUMBER QUANTITY DESCRIPTION FUNCTION MANUFACTURER 028-0177 RECEPT, FASTON, .250, 16-14 J213 028-0179 RECEPT, FASTON, .250, 12-10 FWD TV 028-0390...
  • Page 246 SHOWER SUMP MANUAL TAN/GRA 14AWG BRN/BLK 14AWG TAN/GRA BRN/GRA 14AWG WASTE WATER LEVEL BRN/PNK BRN/GRA FWD BILGE SYSTEMS GRAY WATER LEVEL BRN/WHT FOUR WINNS PARTS LIST ITEM PART NUMBER QUANTITY DESCRIPTION FUNCTION MANUFACTURER J166 028-0390 PIN,UMNL, 18-14 SHOWER SUMP 028-0453...
  • Page 247 FRESH WATER PUMP BRN/LT BLU BERTH COMPONENTS FRESH WATER LEVEL NOT USED FRESH LEVEL SENDER YEL 14AWG NOT USED BRN/LT BLU SENDER FRESH LEVEL SENDER FOUR WINNS PARTS LIST ITEM PART NUMBER QUANTITY FUNCTION MANUFACTURER DESCRIPTION 028-0390 PIN,UMNL,18-14 028-0454 SOCKET,UMNL,18-14...
  • Page 248 TO FWD BILGE PUMP PARTS LIST QTY P/N DESCRIPTION 027-2795 HARNESS ASSY, 348 SHOWER SUMP RETRO 028-0455 SOCKET, UMNL 12-10AWG 028-0390 PIN, UMNL, 18-14AWG 028-0448 PLUG, UMNL,4 CKT AMP 1-480702-0 348 VISTA SHOWER SUMP RETRO HARNESS KIT Electrical Schematics Owner’s Manual Page 244...
  • Page 249 IS6000 NEUTRAL SAFETY RED/YEL PORT IN RED/YEL PORT OUT YEL/RED STBD IN FF02 J151 FS02 YEL/RED STBD OUT STBD FUEL FILL STBD FUEL SNDR STBD FUEL SNDR 348 VISTA SD ENGINE SYSTEMS HARNESS ASSEMBLY Electrical Schematics Owner’s Manual Page 245...
  • Page 250 STBD TACH PUR 14AWG STBD IGNITION GRA/RED PORT TACH PUR/RED 14AWG PORT IGNITION IS6000 NEUTRAL SAFETY RED/YEL PORT IN RED/YEL PORT OUT YEL/RED STBD IN YEL/RED STBD OUT 348 VISTA INBOARD ENGINE SYSTEMS HARNESS ASSEMBLY Electrical Schematics Owner’s Manual Page 246...
  • Page 251 ENGINE HATCH UP LT BLU/GRN 14AWG ENGINE HATCH DOWN LT BLU/BLU 14AWG PLATFORM LTS OUT BLU/GRA PLATFORM LTS IN ORN/BRN ENGINE ROOM LIGHTS GRA/ORN 14AWG 348 VISTA AFT SYSTEMS HARNESS ASSEMBLY DENOTES SEALED CONNECTOR Electrical Schematics Owner’s Manual Page 247...
  • Page 252 GRA/BLK 20AWG 1. LENGTHS SHOWN IN INCHES +/- 1.5 INCH. RIGHT REAR SPKR PUR 20AWG GRA 20AWG 2. WIRE COLOR PER FOUR WINNS COLOR CODE 125-60000. RIGHT REAR SPKR RETURN PUR/BLK 20AWG WHT 20AWG 3. TERMINATIONS PER FOUR WINNS SPEC. 125-60153 WHT/BLK 20AWG 4.
  • Page 253 STEREO SWITCH CABIN SPEAKERS RED/GRA 10AWG YEL 14AWG STEREO RET AMP RET YEL 10AWG BLU/WHT AMP SWITCH LEFT FRONT SPKR FOUR WINNS PARTS LIST BLK/RED LEFT FRONT SPKR RET RIGHT FRONT SPKR CABIN SPEAKERS ITEM PART NUMBER QUANTITY DESCRIPTION FUNCTION...
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