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  • Page 2 Thank you!! from your Silverton Team! RICK CERAMI President/General Manager BOB CERAMI Vice President of Operations SEAN BERRIE WALT SHARP Director of Design & Engineering Chief Engineer BEN GARBACK JENNEY PETERSEN Comptroller Accounting Manager BRETT MARSHALL BOB MEISWINKLE Director of Sales...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS Introduction Cleaning and Maintenance Letter from the President ........5 Interior ............. 1 The Silverton Story ..........7 Exterior ............2 Introduction to your Owner’s Manual ....9 Canvas Enclosure (Optional)......4 Warranty Information ......... 13 Winterization and Storage ....... 5 Recommended Reading ........

  • Page 4: Specifications

    SPECIFICATIONS 38 CONVERTIBLE Overall Length 40’ - 1/2” Length at Waterline 31’ - 9.875” Beam 14’ - 3” Beam - Waterline 11’ - 3/4” Draft (Maximum) 4’ - 2” Displacement (dry) - 21,000 lbs. Displacement (full fl uids) 22,674 lbs. Transom Deadrise 17 degrees Fuel Capacity...
  • Page 5 Owner’s Manual. to detail for which our Silverton yachts are renowned. Silverton and your dealer are Finally, if you are new to boating, be certain...
  • Page 6 INTRODUCTION-6...

  • Page 7: The Silverton Story

    Bangor Arrostook Railroad, which was to become the recreational conglomerate, Bangor-Punta. It The Luhrs’ family sea tradition was carried on during was also during this period that the Silverton Com- the Great Depression by John and Warren Luhrs’ pany in Toms River, New Jersey, was purchased father, Henry, who worked at a small boat manu- by his sons, John and Warren Luhrs.
  • Page 8 INTRODUCTION-8...
  • Page 9 INTRODUCTION TO YOUR YACHT OWNER’S MANUAL We appreciate your selection of the Silverton yacht. General information designed to assist you in un- We have designed and manufactured this yacht to derstanding the contents of your Owner’s Manual bring you a strong, safe, and attractive yacht that...

  • Page 10: Warranty Information

    OWNER ADVISORY STATEMENTS Systems Operation This section explains the various systems This Owner’s Manual contains certain advisory found on your yacht and their operation and statements designed to alert you to conditions maintenance procedures. affecting equipment operation and maintenance practices and they are as follows: Cleaning / Maintenance Preventive maintenance is the key to Important: This is an advisory statement or proce-...
  • Page 11 ORIGINAL EQUIPMENT MANUFACTURER’S MANUALS Silverton purchased various items of equipment from other manufacturers and installed them on your yacht while it was being built. Examples of this equipment include, but are not limited to, the engines, generator (if so equipped), and appliances.
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  • Page 21: Bridge

    GETTING FAMILIAR with your 38 CONVERTIBLE This section of your Owner’s Manual will give you a virtual tour of your new 38C. The following areas will be described: Hull, Deck, Interior, Bridge and Engine Compartment. HULL The Shaft is connected to the engine...

  • Page 22: Trim Tabs

    The Zinc Anodes are dealer installed on the trim tabs, shafts, rudders and transom for the purpose of preventing electrolysis and galvanic corrosion, which is discussed in the Winterization and Storage pages in the Cleaning and Maintenance section of this manual. ENGINE SEAWATER PICKUP The photograph below displays the En- gine Seawater Pickup as shown on the...
  • Page 23 PROPELLERS There are two Engine Exhaust Ports; one for each engine. The Port Engine Exhaust The photographs below display the pro- Port is located on the Port side of the hull peller rotation for the Port and Starboard forward of the transom and the Starboard sides.
  • Page 24 Your 38C has ventilation vents from the Engine Room. The amount of venting and the location depends upon the engine confi guration of your 38C. There are large vents located on both sides of the hull. The photo below shows the Port Engine Room Vent.
  • Page 25 DECK 1-Cleat 7-Anchor Chain 2-Hatch-Rope Locker 8-Windlass foot controls 3-Cleat-Rope Locker 9-Safety Latch 4-Windlass 10-Cleat 5-Spotlight 11-Rope Locker 6-Anchor GETTING FAMILIAR-5...

  • Page 26: Anchor System

    ANCHOR SYSTEM The photograph below displays the loca- Be certain to keep hands and feet away tion of the Anchor, which is located in its from any moving parts while operating bracket under the pulpit. the Anchor System. Becoming en- tangled in the anchor line may result in serious injury or death.
  • Page 27 SEARCH LIGHT DECK DRAIN The 38C may be equipped with an option- The photograph below displays the Deck al Search Light, which is mounted on the Drain, located on the port side of the forward portion of the pulpit. The photo- cockpit.

  • Page 28: Wet Bar

    WET BAR Also located in the cockpit area is the Wet Bar. The photo below shows the Wet Bar. GETTING FAMILIAR-8...
  • Page 29 Aft of the Helm is the Captain’s Chairs. These chairs are adjustable and swivel. HELM The Helm, located on the Bridge of your 38C, is where your yacht is piloted. AIR HORNS The factory installed Air Horns are mount- FORWARD BRIDGE LOUNGE ed on the forward section of the bridge.

  • Page 30: Navigation Lights

    The button for the Air Horns is located at the Helm. The photo below shows the location of the button that sounds the Air Horns. The Starboard Navigation Light is GREEN. NAVIGATION LIGHTS The photographs below display the loca- tion of the Port ,Starboard, and the Tran- som Navigation Lights and the combina- tion Masthead/Anchor Light.
  • Page 31 ACCESS STEPS On both the starboard and port sides of your 38C you have access steps from the Aft Deck to the Bow. There are also access steps from the Aft Deck to the Bridge. The photograph below displays...
  • Page 32 GETTING FAMILIAR-12...
  • Page 33 The bottom door This section will show you the various in- is where your AC/DC Panel is located. terior compartments of your 38C, starting Also below the AC/DC Panel is the Battery with your entry into the Salon.
  • Page 34 towards the fl oor, is the intake vent for the AC Unit. It is very important not to block this vent. Above this vent is the CO Detec- tor and AC Control Panel. Forward of the AC Intake Vent is a 12 volt Outlet. There is another 120 volt outlet at the forward end of the port lounge.
  • Page 35 Under the mattress on the bed unit are two access panels. The forward access panel is a storage locker. The other ac- cess panel is also a storage locker, but the bottom of this storage locker gives you access to the AC Unit. The bottom part of the bed unit has four drawers.
  • Page 36 SHOWER Standing outside the shower unit at the doorway entering the shower from the forward stateroom. Looking straight to the back wall we have a large mirrored door covering a storage area. Below this is the shower control. To the right of the shower control is the exhaust vent.

  • Page 37: Engine Compartment

    ENGINE COMPARTMENT 1-ENGINE Port The Engine Compartment is accessed through the access panels in the Salon 2-ENGINE Starboard Floor. The photo below shows the Engine 3-WATER TANK Starboard Room Access Panels. 4-Battery Platform Starboard 5-FUEL TANK Starboard 6-GENERATOR 7-FUEL TANK Port 8-FUEL SELECTOR VALVE 9-TRIM TAB LEVELER 10-GENERATOR MUFFLER...
  • Page 38 GETTING FAMILIAR-18...

  • Page 39: Boating Safety

    BOATING SAFETY Minimum Recommended Safety Equipment Silverton believes your safety aboard your yacht, whether cruising or moored at your Required life saving equipment, dock, is extremely important. A yacht op- including personal fl otation and erated in a safe manner will provide you, throwing devices.

  • Page 40: Fire Extinguishing Equipment

    Its tions for the number and type of PFD’s are design allows for turning most unconscious the minimum required. Silverton recom- persons in the water from a face down po- mends exceeding the minimum require-...

  • Page 41: Fire Safety

    Note: United States Coast Guard regu- use. lations are the minimum requirements. Silverton recommends exceeding the mini- Never modify any of the boat’s systems mum requirements for your safety. (especially electrical, fuel, and ventilation).
  • Page 42 Electric Flashing Distress Light. No single visual distress signal device is per- VISUAL DISTRESS fect for all conditions or purposes. Silverton SIGNAL DEVICES recommends carrying various types of de- The United States Coast Guard requires vices as described above. Careful selection...

  • Page 43: Navigation Rules Of The Road

    tional-Inland” for specifi c requirements of Docking lines. sound signaling devices. Engine and accessory manuals. Navigation Lights Extra keys. The United States Coast Guard requires all boats that are operated during the hours Extra V-belts. of darkness or when visibility is impaired, be equipped with navigation lights that are Fenders.
  • Page 44 United States Vessel With Restricted Maneuverability Coast Guard station, your Silverton Dealer Any vessel, due to it size, draft, or or a local marina concerning navigational cargo, that is restricted in its ability to aids unique to your yachting area.

  • Page 45: Basic Rules Of Safe Boating

    Vessels engaged in commercial fi shing in your plans due to unforeseen weather must give the right of way to the follow- conditions or other circumstances. ing: Use EXTREME CAUTION while fueling your yacht. Be certain you know the capacity A vessel unable to maneuver.

  • Page 46: Carbon Monoxide Safety

    CARBON MONOXIDE SAFETY for passenger use, such as the gunwales or the bowrail. CARBON MONOXIDE CAN KILL! Ask all persons to remain seated while This section is intended to provide edu- your yacht is in motion, particularly during cational information about carbon monox- inclement weather.
  • Page 47 the exhaust of all engines and generators as order of appearance may change for differ- well as any open fl ame device produce CO ent people: and the same precautions should be taken regardless of the type of fuel. • Watering and Itching eyes •...
  • Page 48 WHAT TO DO WHEN SOMEONE running engine or generator can enter your boat: IS OVERCOME WITH CARBON MONOXIDE The “station wagon effect” results from the aerodynamics of deck cabins and fl ying When someone falls victim to carbon mon- bridges. With the boat under way, the air oxide poisoning, fast and responsive action fl...
  • Page 49 speed and direction, speed of the boat, etc. Although it would be impossible to identify every variable or combination of variables Engine and generator exhaust from that may affect the accumulation of carbon other vessels alongside your yacht, while monoxide, the boat operator must remain docked or anchored, can cause exces- aware at all times of the possibility of CO sive accumulation of Carbon Monoxide...
  • Page 50 HOW TO MINIMIZE THE ACCUMULATION OF CARBON MONOXIDE Engine or generator exhaust from your yacht while underway at a slow speed Practice good inspection and maintenance can cause excessive accumulation of habits. Carbon Monoxide Gas (CO) within the cabin and cockpit areas of your yacht. A Be certain hull exhaust outlets are not tail wind can increase the accumulation.

  • Page 51: Fuel Safety

    Carefully inspect all exhaust CO. There is a CO detector located in every and cooling hoses for signs of wear, dry rot, living area on your Silverton Yacht. These cracking, discoloration, chafi ng or swelling. CO detectors are UL Approved for Marine If any of these conditions exist, have the Use.

  • Page 52: Emergency Situations

    when the fuel expands after being pumped Collision out from cool, underground tanks or when If a collision occurs, the following procedure the air temperature is cool, such as early should be strictly adhered to: morning or evening. Be certain all passengers put on their Always handle fuel with care.

  • Page 53: Hazardous Weather Conditions

    Silverton recommends using a commer- Fog is the result of either cold air passing cial towing service for your safety and to over a warm earth surface or warm air pass- decrease the potential for additional dam- ing over a cold earth surface.
  • Page 54 fi re, aim your fi re extinguisher at the base Coast Guard are the minimum necessary. of the fl ames and use a sweeping action to Silverton recommends exceeding the mini- extinguish it. Concentrating your fi re extin- mum requirements by placing additional fi re guisher in one location may cause the fi...
  • Page 55 away from the burning yacht. Be certain compartment before starting engines or all persons stay together after abandoning generator. ship. Always store fl ammable material in ap- Be certain to read and have a thorough un- proved containers and in a locker sealed derstanding of the Portable Fire Extinguisher from the interior of your yacht and vented System Section and the Automatic Fire Ex-...
  • Page 56 SAFETY-18...

  • Page 57: Air Conditioning/Heating System

    The forward unit The Air Conditioning/Heating System is 10,000 BTU’s, and the Salon Unit is in your 38C is factory installed. The pur- 16,000 BTU’s. The Forward Unit is lo- pose of this system is to maintain a com-...
  • Page 58 38C. Untrained persons may Operation of the Air Conditioning/Heat- carefully perform routine maintenance, ing System in your 38C is as follows: such as the cleaning of fi lters and the ex- terior surfaces of the condensing coils.

  • Page 59: Anchor System

    Your 38C is equipped with an Anchor Cleat and its purpose is to hold the rope that secures the anchor, after the anchor is set. If your 38C is equipped with the optional Windlass Anchor Winch, the cleat will help relieve constant pressure on the winch.
  • Page 60 Cleat and the Rope Locker). Anchor Windlass (Optional) Rope Locker Your 38C may be equipped with an op- Your 38C is equipped with a Rope Locker, tional power Anchor Windlass, which is which is located on the Starboard side of located under the Anchor Hatch.
  • Page 61 favorable conditions. It may be necessary to increase the scope ratio under unfavor- able weather conditions, such as severe wind and tidal currents, to hold your yacht fast to the bottom. Scope ratio is very important. Please refer to your Chapman’s book for all details on anchor rode.
  • Page 62 SYSTEM OPERATIONS-6...

  • Page 63: Bilge Pump System

    If any abnormal sounds are noted, contact of the hull below the designed waterline. your Silverton Dealer for further inspection Your 38C is equipped with three (3) bilge and replacement, if necessary. pumps that are capable of pumping 1250 gallons of water per hour. The bilge water IMPORTANT: After testing each bilge is pumped directly overboard.
  • Page 64 SYSTEM OPERATIONS-8...

  • Page 65: Bilge Ventilation System

    These vents are Salon. located on the port and starboard side of your 38C. The purpose of these vents is The bridge electrical breaker switch at to ventilate the engine room area of your the ships shore service panel must be 38C.
  • Page 66 To reduce the risk of fi re or explosion within the engine/generator compart- ments of your 38C, the bilge blower motors should ALWAYS be operated under the following conditions: Operate the blower motors for a mini- mum of fi ve (5) minutes prior to starting the engines or generator.

  • Page 67: Bonding System

    The anodes on the rudder, shaft and trim mine which metal loses material (anode) tabs are installed by your Silverton Dealer. and which metal remains largely undis- The purpose of these sacrifi cial zinc an- turbed (cathode).
  • Page 68 Periodically check the continuity wiring connections to make sure they are tight and free of cor- rosion. Tighten and clean connections as necessary. NOTE: Silverton recommends placing sacrifi cial zinc anodes on the following components: • Propeller shafts •...

  • Page 69: Carbon Monoxide (Co) Detector System

    Owner’s Manual. them to operate. The fuses for the moni- tors are located behind the AC/DC Panel. Your 38C is equipped with three (3) SAFE-T-ALERT Carbon Monoxide Gas (CO) detector monitors, which are located within the interior as follows: •Forward Stateroom...
  • Page 70 When Carbon Monoxide Gas is detected “Test/Reset” switch will not discontinue the by the CO monitor, the following visual visual and audio signal. See your Silverton and audible signals will appear: Dealer for inspection and replacement of the unit(s), if necessary.

  • Page 71: Electrical System

    “ON” position to activate the DC red wire is the positive (“hot”) wire. Both Power to your 38C. One set of switches is batteries are connected to a battery switch on the ship service box down in the en- (See photograph below).
  • Page 72 The photo below shows the top of the • Cabin Lights Salon: Supplies power to AC/DC Panel. Notice the two columns of the cabin lights in the salon and galley. switches. • Cabin Lights Galley: Supplies power to the cabin lights in the galley. •...
  • Page 73 If If you are unable to reset the GFIC the breaker switch is activated, before re- breaker switch, contact your Silverton setting the switch, locate the problem. The Dealer or a competent marine electri- breaker is reset by pushing in the white cian for inspection and repair.
  • Page 74 Switch: This is the “ON/OFF” switch for the generator. The generator is an option Microwave: Supplies power to the micro- that was available with your 38C. Below wave oven outlet. the “ON/OFF” switch is the Generator Blower Switch. Refrigerator: Supplies power to the refrig- erator in the Galley.
  • Page 75 Spare: Supplies power to additional AC Shore Power accessories. Follow the procedures below to connect shore power to your yacht: Spare: Supplies power to additional AC accessories. • Turn OFF all 115 volt circuit breakers at the AC portion of the AC/DC Panel. Exterior Outlets: Supplies power to the Shut down the generator if it is in op- outlets found on the exterior area of the...
  • Page 76 • Slide the SHORE POWER/GENERA- • Plug blades or connector slots that TOR slide bar over on top of the gen- show signs of overheating or arcing, erator side of the switch. With the slide such as, over, turn on the shore power switch. •...
  • Page 77 FUSE BOXES • Turn off all 115 VAC breakers. If you open the AC/DC Panel, located in • Turn off the shore power switch on the the upper portion of the electrical cabinet Shore Power/Generator switch. are two fuse boxes. •...
  • Page 78 You may have purchased optional elec- tronic accessories, such as a VHF radio, GPS system, or autohelm system, with your 38C. These units are controlled by the switches marked ACC. located on the helm switch panel. These accessories are powered through the electrical panel. The switches used to control them are marked “SPARE”.

  • Page 79: Troubleshooting Guide

    TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE DC ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM CAUSE SOLUTION 12 Volt DC equipment not Battery Selector switch turned Check Battery Selector operating OFF. Switches to ensure they are turned ON. Main breaker at DC Control Switch Breaker to ON. center OFF. Weak or Dead Battery.

  • Page 80: Ac Electrical System

    TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE AC ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM CAUSE SOLUTION No 120 Volt Power Main breaker(s) in engine Turn breakers ON or reset. compartment tripped or OFF on generator. Breaker(s) at AC Control Turn breakers ON or reset. Center tripped or OFF. Shore power breaker tripped.
  • Page 81 TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE AC ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM CAUSE SOLUTION Continuous tripping of main. Cause of problem not Determine cause and correct determined. problem before resetting breaker. See your dealer if problem persists. No power at AC outlets. Outlet breakers in AC Control Switch breakers to ON.
  • Page 82 SYSTEM OPERATIONS-26...

  • Page 83: Entertainment System

    ENTERTAINMENT SYSTEM SALON Also available as an option for the Master Stateroom is the AM/FM/CD Player and a 10 pack changer. MID-STATEROOM The Entertainment Center in the Salon is shown in the photo above. Standard equipment includes the JVC Receiver and a 5 disc CD Player.
  • Page 84 SYSTEM OPERATIONS-28...

  • Page 85: Fire Extinguisher System

    Your 38C is equipped with a Automatic The automatic fi re extinguishing system Fire Extinguisher System, which is per- on your 38C is equipped with a GREEN manently mounted under the salon fl oor of indicator light, located on the helm switch the engine compartment.
  • Page 86 If the system has noted. Request towing assistance to a been discharged or appears charged, but safe harbor and contact your Silverton the indicator light does not illuminate, see Dealer for a thorough inspection and your Silverton Dealer for further inspection repairs.
  • Page 87 PORTABLE FIRE The fi re extinguishers shipped with your 38C should be mounted in a readily ac- EXTINGUISHER SYSTEM cessible location away from the engine As a yacht owner or operator, you have compartment, but in a relative position to the responsibility of having the required potential fi...
  • Page 88 SYSTEM OPERATIONS-32...

  • Page 89: Fresh Water System

    Galley, Heads and Transom Exterior Shower on demand and as needed. Your 38C has two (2) sepa- rate systems that are independent of each other and they are identifi ed as follows: •...
  • Page 90 The water pumped from the fresh water Dockside Water Supply System tank fl ows through a fi lter located on the Your 38C is equipped with a dockside suction side of the fresh water pump. Its water inlet located in the transom storage purpose is to remove impurities that may compartment.
  • Page 91 Connect this system ONLY to a potable water system that is safe for drinking. DO NOT use water that may be of ques- tionable quality as serious illness or death may occur. When you are connecting your system to a dockside water supply, be certain to examine all connections and water lines for any leaks.
  • Page 92 SYSTEM OPERATIONS-36...

  • Page 93: Fuel System

    Sometimes it also appears as pit- ting or small pockets of missing aluminum. Another indication of corrosion could be Your 38C is equipped with two (2) fuel bubbles on the paint that coats the fuel tanks, each having a capacity of 188 tank.
  • Page 94 Owner’s Manual) and with the fuel hoses. disable any possible source of ignition. Notify your Silverton Dealer or Silverton’s Each fuel tank has a hull vent fi tting. Customer Service Department immedi- These fi ttings are located on the port side ately.
  • Page 95 Fuel Tank Grounding System The fuel tank and fuel fi ll on your 38C are electrically grounded (or bonded) to the The fuel distribution supply and return ground buss of the bonding system. The hoses, fi...
  • Page 96 USCG TYPE A1 are used. TYPE A2 is not acceptable for fuel distribution. Fuel Supply Valves If your 38C is powered by gasoline en- gines, it is equipped with an anti-siphon valves, located on each fuel supply hose at its connection to its respective fuel tank pickup tube.
  • Page 97 The fuel gauges on your 38C are located at the helm station on the starboard and port side of the helm gauge panel. The photo below shows the port fuel gauge at the Helm Panel.
  • Page 98 SYSTEM OPERATIONS-42...
  • Page 99 General Guidelines for Disconnect shore power. Fueling Your Yacht Extinguish all smoking materials and any other items that may create a spark. Improper fueling procedures can cause boat fi res and explosions. It is imperative Completely close all doors, ports, hatch- that the following procedures be followed es and windows and ask guests to leave every time you fuel your boat:...
  • Page 100 Make a fi nal inspection of the engine and/or generator space and smell for fumes. If they are present, open all doors and ports and evacuate the boat. Notify the Dockmaster and request a qualifi ed technician to correct the problem. If it is clear, follow the recommended engine starting procedure.
  • Page 101 Run exhaust blowers for fi ve minutes before starting the engines or generator. Always be aware of the hazards associated with fuel and follow all safety and maintenance procedures in this publication, the Safety manual and Chapman’s. “HAPPY SAFE BOATING” FROM THE SILVERTON TEAM SYSTEM OPERATIONS-45...
  • Page 102 SYSTEM OPERATIONS-46...

  • Page 103: Generator System

    GENERATOR SYSTEM Be certain the seawater intake valve that services the generator is in the OPEN po- When you purchased your 38C, a Gen- sition. The valve is open when the handle erator System, manufactured by Kohler is parallel to the valve body. Although the...
  • Page 104 Turn ON the breaker located on the stops running, release the STOP switch. Continue to operate the blower motor for generator. several minutes to be certain the genera- Move slide bar switch to generator tor compartment is completely evacuated of any fuel fumes. Return the slide bar power mode.
  • Page 105 Refer to the KOHLER COMPANY Generator Manual included with your owner’s manual for additional technical information concerning the operation and maintenance of your generator system. Your Generator may not be able to op- erate all equipment at one time. Due to the risks related to Carbon Monoxide poisoning, NEVER sleep on board your boat while the generator is running.
  • Page 106 SYSTEM OPERATIONS-50...

  • Page 107: Hot Water System

    (if so equipped) for the of water to maintain a full tank at all times. water heater to function. The water heater in your 38C is a “high recovery” model, meaning the cold water Allow suffi cient time for the water heater...
  • Page 108 DO NOT operate the pressure relief valve while the water heater contains hot water. Serious burns or injury could result. Flush out the water heater tank at least once a year, if not used regularly. Refer to the Winterization and Storage pages in the Cleaning and Maintenance section of this Owner’s manual for proper preparation for seasonal storage of the...

  • Page 109: Propulsion System

    Each Access to the engine compartment in your engine transmits its power to a separate 38C is provided through the Hatch in the transmission, which rotates the attached forward part of the cockpit.
  • Page 110 Slowly and carefully move the trans- mission shift control lever up and down until the starter motor operates. See your Silverton Dealer or a competent technician as soon as possible to obtain the proper adjustment for the neutral safety switch.
  • Page 111 See your Silverton Dealer for inspection and repair, if necessary. No, or very low, DO NOT continue to depress the “Par- oil pressure may cause serious dam- allel Start Switch”...
  • Page 112 Again, if this occurs, turn ing maintenance requirements for the OFF the respective engine immedi- specifi c engines with which your 38C is ately; contact your Silverton Dealer equipped. for inspection and repair, if neces- sary.
  • Page 113 Joystick You may have chosen as an option when The bow thruster is operated with a joy- you purchased your 38C, a Bow Thruster stick, which is located at the helm. The System. The purpose of this system is motor and control box for the joystick are to aid in maneuvering your yacht in close located under the forward stateroom fl...
  • Page 114 Electronic Protection Refer to the Bow Thruster User and Maintenance Manual for technical infor- mation concerning the Electrical Pro- tection of your Bow Thruster System. Test Running Refer to the Bow Thruster User and Maintenance Manual for technical infor- mation concerning a Test Run of your Bow Thruster System.

  • Page 115: Marine Sanitation System

    Manual for the location of the valve. matics Section of this Owner’s Manual shows the location of the Tank. Your 38C is equipped with one of the This waste is stored in the Waste Tank following Marine Sanitation Systems, until pumped out at a proper facility. The depending on the option you chose from photo below shows the waste tank.
  • Page 116 The Waste Tank is equipped with an elec- Jabsco Quiet-Flush tronic Waste Level Gauge, which monitors Electric Toilet (Fresh Water) the volume of waste in the tank for your This system is operated by water sup- convenience in determining when pump- plied by the pressurized fresh water sys- out is required tem (approximately 1 - 2 quarts per fl...
  • Page 117 Jabsco Quiet-Flush Electric Toilet (Raw Water) This system is identical to the fresh wa- ter system in its operation, but uses raw DO NOT use chlorine-based or caustic water pumped from the sea as its rinse cleaning agents or chemicals, such as water source instead of fresh water sup- drain opening products, in your Jabsco plied by the pressurized fresh water sys-...
  • Page 118 SYSTEM OPERATIONS-62...

  • Page 119: Shower Sump Pump System

    SHOWER SUMP PUMP SYSTEM The Shower Sump Pump System oper- ates on DC electrical power, controlled Your 38C is equipped with a shower; it by a breaker switch located on the AC/ is located on the port side (See Interior...
  • Page 120 SYSTEM OPERATIONS-64...

  • Page 121: Steering System

    STEERING SYSTEM The steering head contains a vented fi ll cap. The vented cap is located on the top The steering system in your 38C is of the steering head and forward of the manufactured by Sea Star, a subsidiary of steering wheel.
  • Page 122 SYSTEM OPERATIONS-66...

  • Page 123: Shift/Throttle Control System

    SHIFT/THROTTLE CONTROL SYSTEM (GLENDINNING CON- TROLS) (OPTIONAL) You may have chosen as an option when you purchased your 38C, an electronically controlled Shift/Throttle Control System, manufactured by Glendinning Controls, Inc. and factory installed at the Silverton plant. The purpose of this system is to...
  • Page 124 SYSTEM OPERATIONS-68...

  • Page 125: Trim Tab System

    Depressing the BOTTOM of the switch raises the trim tab. The purpose of the Trim Tab System on your 38C is to assist in reaching plan- ing speed as soon as possible and to The Trim Tab System operates in the fol- maintain a proper “running attitude”...
  • Page 126 Tighten con- nections if leaks are noted. If the hydraulic lines appear worn or chafed, contact your Silverton Dealer for inspection and re- placement, if necessary. The photo below shows the trim tab pump.

  • Page 127: Icemaker Unit (Optional)

    Schematics Section of this Manual, which illustrates the location of the breaker switch that controls the Icemaker Unit). While your 38C is underway, you must operate your generator (if so equipped) to maintain operation of the Icemaker Unit. Refer to the RARITAN CORPORA- TION ICEMAKER MANUAL included with your owner’s packet for specifi...
  • Page 128 SYSTEM OPERATIONS-72...

  • Page 129: Lpg System (Optional)

    Close them immediately in any emer- You may have purchased as an option gency. When on board, cylinder valves with your 38C an optional LPG Cooking and solenoid valves shall be closed when System. This system is manufactured by appliances are not in use. Keep empty Seaward Products.
  • Page 130 8) Do not smoke or use open fl ame when replacing LPG Cylinders. 9) Inspect hoses in system at least annu- ally. Replace every fi ve years or sooner if deterioration is found. 10) Inspect fl ue pipes at least annually. Replace if deterioration or openings are found.
  • Page 131 OIL X-CHANGE-R SYSTEM (OPTIONAL) _________________ You may have chosen as an option when you purchased your 38C, an OIL X-CHANGE-R System, manufactured by Ray Zager & Company and factory installed at the Silverton plant. The pur- pose of the OIL X-CHANGE-R System is to automatically drain, fi...
  • Page 132 SYSTEM OPERATIONS-76...

  • Page 133: Spotlight (Optional)

    REMOTE CONTROLLED SPOTLIGHT (OPTIONAL) You may have chosen as an option when you purchased your 38C, a Remote Controlled Spotlight, manufactured by ITT Jabsco and factory installed at the Silverton plant. The spotlight unit is per- manently mounted on the foredeck at the pulpit and operates on the DC electrical system.
  • Page 134 SYSTEM OPERATIONS-78...

  • Page 135: Seakey

    The Control Panel has many functions. by Silverton. Please also be advised that Refer to the SeaKey Owners Guide to un- the switch is only in the mid compartment.
  • Page 136 batteries go dead, or if the batteries are removed from the system, the system will send a signal to the receiving station. Be- fore removing power form your system we recommend contacting SeaKey Member Services for the proper procedures. SYSTEM OPERATIONS-80...

  • Page 137: Interior

    Silverton yacht. A clean yacht is both pleas- dirt may be diffi cult to remove. ing to the eye and a source of pride in ownership.

  • Page 138: Stainless Steel

    Corian ity wax designed for marine use, such as carnauba paste wax. DO NOT apply wax to the non-skid sur- The galley and head counter tops and head sinks face areas, as it will render them ineffective. If your are manufactured of Corian, which is a superior boating season is year around, it is recommended a quality, tough, scratch-resistant material.
  • Page 139 Aluminum Acrylic Plastic The windshield and window frames on your yacht are The venturi windshield, which is located on the bridge manufactured of aluminum, unless you purchased, of your yacht, is manufactured of a tough acrylic plas- as an option, stainless steel frames. The aluminum tic.

  • Page 140: Canvas Enclosure (Optional)

    DO NOT use any abrasive cleaning agents or The canvas enclosure you purchased as an option brushes when cleaning your vinyl windows, as from your Silverton dealer consists of canvas fabric, they will scratch the material, resulting in poor vinyl windows and zippers. An aluminum tubular clarity.

  • Page 141: Winterization And Storage

    Vaseline Petroleum Jelly. remove while it is still wet. Thoroughly clean the remainder of the hull and the deck. Silverton recommends a coat of wax be ap- Winterization and Storage plied to the hull above the waterline and to the deck for added winter protection.
  • Page 142 Drain all water from the water heater. Prepare the generator and air conditioners (if so equipped) for storage. Refer to the generator manual Remove hose from the input side of the fresh water and the air conditioner manual, included with your pump and allow to completely drain.

  • Page 143: Battery Storage

    Battery Storage Stand or prop up all mattresses and cushions that are to remain on board during storage to allow air The procedure for battery winterization and storage circulation around them. is as follows: Place Mildew Pacs in various locations within the Turn battery switch to OFF.
  • Page 144 Even a small quantity of water can cause rust or other internal engine damage. NOTE: Silverton recommends an optional storage cradle with the purchase of your yacht. The cradle is factory made to conform to the bottom of your yacht for safe storage and minimizes the risk of hull distortion.

  • Page 145: Engine Startup Preparation

    Silverton yacht without unnecessary distractions. The fi rst cruise on your new Silverton yacht should be a time for you to become ac- quainted with the vessel. Before you depart Engine Startup Preparation on your fi...
  • Page 146 ine your yacht immediately to determine the mark on the dipstick when the transmission source of the fuel fumes. is cold. The fl uid will expand as it warms and will overfl ow if the level is too high. Refer to If a leak is detected, have it repaired as the Transmission Owners Manual.

  • Page 147: Engine Startup

    Engine Startup IMPORTANT: Always be very careful If the engine fails to start within thirty (30) when starting your engines. Use common seconds, release the ignition switch. Al- sense and good judgement. Turn OFF the low the starter motor to cool for at least engine(s) immediately if you observe any sixty (60) seconds and then try again to unsafe operating condition.

  • Page 148: Shakedown Cruise

    Shakedown Cruise Manual until they reach normal operating temperature. Normal operating tempera- Silverton recommends a shakedown cruise ture for gasoline engines equipped with a after the initial or seasonal startup. This will fresh water cooling system is 170° F and if...

  • Page 149: Getting Underway

    the shift and throttle controls operate prop- Once your yacht has departed the dock erly and are in the proper adjustment. and is in open water, accelerate to cruis- ing speed (RPM’s) as recommended in the Transmissions: Check that both trans- Engine Manual.
  • Page 150 OPERATION-6...
  • Page 151 SIXTEEN WAYS TO you are using the correct fuel for your en- gine. REDUCE FUEL CONSUMPTION 9. Load your yacht correctly. DO NOT put all of the heavy gear, such as anchors, chain, canned goods and spare parts exclu- 1. Keep the bottom of your yacht clean. A sively in either the bow or stern.
  • Page 152 engine intake manifold disturbs the air/fuel mixture and reduces your performance. A leak in the exhaust manifold is DANGER- OUS. Carbon Monoxide Gas (CO) could enter the cabin area of your yacht. Carbon Monoxide Gas (CO) is color- less, odorless, and tasteless. It is highly poisonous, endangering lives even at very low levels of concentration.
  • Page 153 GLOSSARY ABAFT: Toward the rear of the yacht. BRIDGE: Control area of a boat. ABEAM: At right angles to the yacht’s keel. BULKHEADS: The interior walls of the yacht. ABOARD: On the yacht. CABIN: (1) Structure above the main deck. (2) Area below the deck.
  • Page 154 DISPLACEMENT: The weight of the water displaced GELCOAT: The thin outer layer of pigmented plas- by the yacht’s hull. tic-like substance used to cover exposed fi berglass components. DRAFT: (1) The depth of a yacht from the actual waterline to the bottom of the lowest part, such as GIVE-WAY VESSEL: The boat that does not the propeller tip or rudder.
  • Page 155 KEEL: The centerline of a yacht running fore and aft PLANING HULL: At slow speeds, a planing hull will at the lowest point of the hull. displace water in the same manner as a displacement hull. As speed increases, the hull provides a lifting KNOT: (1) A Maritime unit of speed equal to 1.15 effect up onto the surface of the water.
  • Page 156 SEACOCK: A positive action shut-off valve con- SUMP: A pit or well into which water is drained. nected directly to the hull seawater intake valve. SUPERSTRUCTURE: A fl ying bridge or other struc- SHAFT: The long round member that connects the ture that extends above the deck.

  • Page 157: Warning Labels

    Warning Labels The following Warning Labels appear at various locations on your yacht and are self-explanatory. Be certain to familiarize yourself and your pas- sengers with these Warning Labels and their contents. GLOSSARY-5...
  • Page 158 GLOSSARY-6...

  • Page 159: Identifi Cation Labels

    Identifi cation Labels The following labels identify the location or operating procedure of certain items on your yacht that are designed to assist you and increase your yachting pleasure. GLOSSARY-7...
  • Page 160 GLOSSARY-8...

  • Page 161: Maintenance Log

    MAINTENANCE LOG DATE MAINTENANCE PERFORMED HOURMETER GLOSSARY-9...
  • Page 162 MAINTENANCE LOG DATE MAINTENANCE PERFORMED HOURMETER GLOSSARY-10...

  • Page 163: Maintenance Schedule

    MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE GASOLINE ENGINE MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE DAILY 25 Hr. 50 Hr. 100 Hr. YEARLY ITEM Check oil levels Check fuel system for leaks Check cooling system for leaks Check exhaust system for leaks Check for loose or damaged parts Change engine oil Replace oil filter Clean flame arrestor Check electrical connections...
  • Page 164 GLOSSARY-12...

  • Page 165: Boat Record

    BOAT RECORD The Boat Record is provided to record information about the yacht and its components. This record should be filled out by the selling Dealer at the time of delivery. Owner’s Name________________________________________________________ Phone (____)_________________ Address__________________________________________________________________________________________ Dealer______________________________________________________________ Phone (____)_________________ Address _________________________________________________________________________________________ Boat Name______________________________________ Hull Number* US STNE_____________________________ Delivery Date______/______/______ Registration Number_________________________________________________ Length__________________________ Beam_________________________ Draft______________________________...
  • Page 166 Note: The following is provided for your use in recording electronic equipment which you may add to your yacht. All equipment should be recorded so that the information is available in case of repair or for any insurance claim. Electronic Equipment Item: ____________________________________________________________________________________________ Manufacturer_______________________________ Model no._____________________ Serial no._________________ Item: ____________________________________________________________________________________________...

  • Page 167: Boating Accident Report

    BOATING ACCIDENT REPORT DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION FORM APPROVED OMB NO. 2115-0010 U.S. COAST GUARD CG-3865 (Rev. 9/95) STATE ASSIGNED CASE NO._______________ THE OPERATOR/OWNER OF A VESSEL USED FOR RECREATIONAL PURPOSES IS REQUIRED TO FILE A REPORT IN WRITING WHENEVER AN ACCIDENT RESULTS IN: LOSS OF LIFE OR DISAPPEARANCE FROM A VESSEL; AN INJURY WHICH REQUIRES MEDICAL TREATMENT BEYOND FIRST AID;...
  • Page 168 DECEASED (IF MORE THAN 2 FATALITIES, ATTACH ADDITIONAL FORMS) NAME OF VICTIM ADDRESS OF VICTIM WAS PFD WORN? [ ] YES [ ] NO DATE OF BIRTH [ ] MALE [ ] FEMALE DEATH CAUSED BY ] DROWNING [ ] OTHER [ ] DISAPPEARANCE NAME OF VICTIM ADDRESS OF VICTIM...
  • Page 169 ACCIDENT DESCRIPTION DESCRIBE WHAT HAPPENED (SEQUENCE OF EVENTS. INCLUDE FAILURE OF EQUIPMENT. INCLUDE A DIAGRAM IF NEEDED. CONTINUE ON ADDITIONAL SHEETS IF NECESSARY. INCLUDE ANY INFORMATION REGARDING THE INVOLVEMENT OF ALCOHOL AN/OR DRUGS IN CAUSING OR CONTRIBUTING TO THE ACCIDENT. INCLUDE ANY DESCRIPTIVE INFORMATION ABOUT THE USE OF PFD'S.) An agency may not conduct or sponsor and a person is not required to respond to an information collection, unless it displays a currently valid OMB Control Number.
  • Page 170 GLOSSARY-18...
  • Page 171 GLOSSARY-19...
  • Page 172 GLOSSARY-20...
  • Page 189 RECEIVER TO TELEVISION CONNECTIONS WIRE NO. CABLE TYPE FROM RECEIVER TO TELEVISION MONITOR OUT VIDEO INPUT JVC HR-VP674U AUDIO VIDEO CABLE SET TV SOUND LEFT AUDIO OUT LEFT TV SOUND RIGHT AUDIO OUT RIGHT OUTPUT VHF / UHF VIDEO (VARIABLE) TELEVISION RECEIVER TO VCR CONNECTIONS PAUSE /...
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  • Page 214 ADDED VENT BOX DRAINS 1/31/02 AND WET BAR DRAIN REVISED GENERATOR, VENT BOX DRAIN, 3/11/02 AND WASTE VENT 4-3-02 REVISED FUEL VENT SIZE 5-14-02 REVISED FUEL, WATER & WASTE VENT SIZES ADDED EXHAUST PORT, 10/31/02 CHANGED TO GAS ONLY 3-15-05 CHANGED GENERATOR THRU HULL SIZE 4/13/05 ADDED DOOR DRAIN...
  • Page 215 ADDED VENT BOX DRAINS 1/31/02 AND WET BAR DRAIN REVISED GENERATOR, VENT BOX DRAIN, 3/11/02 AND WASTE VENT 4-3-02 REVISED FUEL VENT SIZE 4-11-02 REVISED VANITY DRAIN HOLE LOCATION 5-14-02 REVISED FUEL, WATER & WASTE VENT SIZES ADDED EXHAUST PORT, 3/11/02 CHANGED TO GAS ONLY 3-16-05...

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