Dear Valued Customer, Welcome to the Monterey Life! We would like to extend to you our “Thank You” for choosing a Monterey boat! <RX KDYH PDGH DQ LQYHVWPHQW LQ RXU SURGXFW DQG ZH DUH FRQ¿GHQW \RX ZLOO HQMR\ many years of boating pleasure. Your new boat has been built to the standards set forth by the United States Coast Guard and National Marine Manufacturers Associa- tion.
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328 Super Sport ......................241 Appendix H: Occupant Seating ......................263 Appendix I: 6SHFL¿FDWLRQV ........................265 214/218 Super Sport .....................265 234/238 Super Sport .....................266 268 Super Sport ......................267 288 Super Sport ......................268 328 Super Sport ......................269 Appendix J: Monterey Boats Lifetime Limited Warranty ................271...
BOATS Safety Cautions and Warnings Your Monterey owner’s manual has been written to include a number of safety instructions to assure the safe operation and maintenance of your boat. These instructions are in the form of DANGER, WARNING, and CAUTION VWDWHPHQWV 7KH IROORZLQJ GH¿QLWLRQV DSSO\...
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SAFETY INFORMATION MONTEREY BOATS State of California Safety Requirements WARNING PROPOSITION 65 A WIDE VARIETY OF COMPONENTS USED ON THIS VESSEL CONTAIN OR EMIT CHEMICALS KNOWN TO THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA TO CAUSE CANCER AND BIRTH DEFECTS AND OTHER REPRODUCTIVE HARM.
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To be in compliance with European directives for recreational boats as published by the International Organization for Standardization (ISO) in effect at the time this boat was manufactured, we are providing the following information. Manufacturer: Name SEABRING MARINE INDUSTRIES, INC., d.b.a. Monterey Boats Address 1579 SW 18th St. Zip Code: Williston, FL 32696 ,GHQWL¿FDWLRQ 1XPEHUV...
It has been written to be IMPORTANT: clearly stated and easily understood. If you have any questions after reading the warranty, please The terms and conditions of the Monterey Boats contact the Monterey Boats Customer Service De- Limited Warranty are outlined in the warranty partment statement included in this manual.
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“on-line.” Customer Service Department. Transferring the Limited Structural Warranty Service For a transfer fee, MONTEREY BOATS will offer to All warranty repairs must be performed by an extend a Transferable Limited Structural Hull War- authorized Monterey Dealer. Should a problem ranty to subsequent owners of Monterey boats.
OWNER/OPERATOR INFORMATION MONTEREY BOATS Registration and Numbering an accident. If you need additional information regarding accident reporting, please call the Boat- Federal law requires that all undocumented ves- ing Safety Hotline, 800-368-5647. sels equipped with propulsion machinery be regis- WHUHG LQ WKH 6WDWH RI SULQFLSDO XVH $ FHUWL¿FDWH RI number will be issued upon registering the boat.
Final Delivery inspections are documented to ensure trouble free operation and returned to Monterey Boats. At the time of new boat delivery, your Monterey Dealer will ask you to sign the completed Inspection Report at the same time as the Warranty Registrations for the boat and other accessory equipment. By signing these documents, you acknowledge that you have reviewed and understand all information.
If there is a problem with one of these systems, correct this condition should it persist. See your it will sound an alarm until the problem is found Monterey dealer for necessary control and cable and resolved. DGMXVWPHQWV 3OHDVH UHIHU WR WKH +HOP &RQWURO Systems chapter for more information on the neutral safety switch.
Throwable ÀRDWLQJ devices must be immediately available for use. All Monterey boats must be equipped with at least • Launchers for aerial red meteors or parachute one Type I, II or III PFD for each person on board, ÀDUHV...
Safety Equipment MONTEREY BOATS Fire Extinguishers WARNING Inboard boats less than 26 feet are required to FDUU\ RQH ¿UH H[WLQJXLVKHU &RDVW *XDUG DSSURYHG PYROTECHNICS ARE UNIVERSALLY RECOGNIZED AS ¿UH H[WLQJXLVKHUV DUH KDQGSRUWDEOH HLWKHU %, EXCELLENT DISTRESS SIGNALS. HOWEVER, THERE IS RU %,, FODVVL¿FDWLRQ DQG KDYH D VSHFL¿F PDULQH...
Safety Equipment MONTEREY BOATS ,I \RX ¿QG \RXUVHOI LQ WKLV VLWXDWLRQ PDNH VXUH DOO passengers have a life preserver on, go over the side and swim well upwind of the boat. This will keep you and your passengers well clear of any...
Individuals with cardiac or respiratory OWNER’S MANUAL, PLEASE CONTACT YOUR DEALER OR THE conditions are very susceptible to the dangers MONTEREY CUSTOMER SERVICE DEPARTMENT. of carbon monoxide. CO poisoning is especially dangerous during sleep when victims are unaware of any side effects. The following are symptoms which may signal exposure to CO: (1) Headache 1.9 Carbon Monoxide Poisoning...
Safety Equipment MONTEREY BOATS Persons who have been exposed to carbon mon- 1.11 Additional Safety Equipment oxide should be moved into fresh air immediately. Besides meeting the legal requirements, prudent Have the victim breath deeply and seek immedi- boaters carry additional safety equipment. This ate medical attention.
Immediately contact your dealer or The actual labels and their location could vary on Monterey Customer Service for a replacement. your boat. DANGER CARBON MONOXIDE (CO) CAN CAUSE BRAIN DAMAGE OR DEATH.
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Always modify the boat speed 2.1 General LQ DFFRUGDQFH ZLWK WKH VHD FRQGLWLRQV ERDW WUDI¿F Before you start the engine(s) on your Monterey, and weather conditions. you should have become familiar with the vari- ous component systems and their operation and Remember, it is the operator’s responsibility...
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Operation MONTEREY BOATS Overtaking Situations When one motor boat is overtaking another mo- tor boat, the boat that is being passed has the right of way. The overtaking boat must make the DGMXVWPHQWV QHFHVVDU\ WR SURYLGH FOHDUDQFH IRU D safe passage of the other vessel. The boats should sound the appropriate signals.
Operation MONTEREY BOATS 2.3 Pre-Cruise Check • Turn on the bilge blower. Check the blower output and operate four (4) minutes before Before Starting the Engine: starting the engine. The blower also should • Check the weather forecast and sea conditions be activated when operating below cruising before leaving the dock.
Alcohol and any drugs can severely reduce your reaction time and affect your better • Your Monterey is a heavy boat that will pro- MXGJHPHQW duce a large wake at certain speeds. You are UHVSRQVLEOH IRU GDPDJH DQG LQMXU\ FDXVHG E\ •...
Operation MONTEREY BOATS NOTICE: CAUTION For more instructions on safety, equipment and boat handling, enroll in one of the sev- 72 35(9(17 '$0$*( 72 7+( %2$7 &/26( $// 6($&2&.6 eral free boating courses offered. For infor- %()25( /($9,1* 7+( %2$7 mation on the courses offered in your area, call the “Boating Course Hotline,”...
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Operation MONTEREY BOATS Maneuvering to the Dock Approach the dock slowly at a 30 to 40 degree angle. Whenever possible, approach against the wind or current. Turn the outdrive straight & shift to neutral when you feel you have enough mo-...
Operation MONTEREY BOATS Leaving a Mooring assist in docking operations. While maneuvering Start the engine and let it warm up for several close to the dock, consideration must be given to minutes before releasing the mooring line. The the wind and current. You should anticipate the...
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Operation MONTEREY BOATS maneuver the boat into alignment with the slip. Reverse the engines and slowly back into the slip. Shift from reverse to neutral frequently to prevent the boat from gaining too much speed. Move the stern right and left by shifting the engines in and...
Operation MONTEREY BOATS landmarks on shore to make sure the anchor is 2.8 Collision not dragging. If it is dragging, you will have to If your boat is involved in a collision with another start all over. It is prudent to use two anchors if ERDW GRFN SLOLQJ RU D VDQGEDU \RXU ¿UVW SULRULW\ LV...
Operation MONTEREY BOATS You must always make sure the helm is properly WARNING manned and is never left unattended while trolling. ,I \RX DUH ¿VKLQJ LQ DQ DUHD WKDW LV FURZGHG ZLWK WHEN TOWING OPERATIONS ARE UNDERWAY, HAVE RWKHU ¿VKLQJ ERDWV LW PD\ EH GLI¿FXOW WR IROORZ (9(5<21( $%2$5' %27+ 9(66(/6 67$<...
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Operation MONTEREY BOATS WARNING 7+( $5&+ $1' :$.(%2$5' 72:(5 $5( '(6,*1(' )25 TOWING WATER SPORTS DEVICES ONLY. DO NOT TOW MORE THAN ONE PERSON AT A TIME FROM THE TOWER OR ARCH. IMPROPER USE OR OVERLOADING THE TOWER MAY &$86( '$0$*( 72 7+( 72:(5 $1'25 %2$7 $1' &28/' ,0%$/$1&( 7+( %2$7 &$86,1* +$1'/,1* ',)),&8/7,(6...
Operation MONTEREY BOATS • When turning around to pick up a fallen skier, path of the boat’s exhaust and poisonous carbon PDNH VXUH WR ORRN IRU RWKHU ERDW WUDI¿F LQ WKH monoxide. Because of the multiple dangers asso- direction of the turn before you turn the boat.
Operation MONTEREY BOATS • Turn off the engine when the person is along- 2.15 Trash Disposal side and use a ring buoy with a line attached, a The discharge of plastic trash or trash mixed with paddle or boat hook to assist him to the boat.
Operation MONTEREY BOATS 2.16 Maximum Capacities Plate Coast Guard rules require boats less than 20 feet (6 meters) to display a gross weight and person- capacity plate provided by the manufacturer. Boat manufacturers in the National Marine Manu- facturers Association (NMMA) program will display a gross weight and person-capacity plate on boats up to 26 feet (7.9 meters).
NOTICE: Your Monterey is a heavy boat and care must be taken when selecting the trailer. • Make sure the trailer bunks properly support...
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Operation MONTEREY BOATS • The safety chains must be attached crisscross- CAUTION ing under the coupler to the frame of the tow vehicle. If the ball was to break, the trailer %2$76 +$9( %((1 '$0$*(' %< 75$,/(56 7+$7 '2 127 would follow in a straight line and prevent the 3523(5/<...
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SOME OUTDRIVES REQUIRE SPECIAL ANODES FOR FRESH WATER AND A DIFFERENT TYPE OF ANODE FOR SALTWATER TO PROTECT THE DRIVE FROM GALVANIC CORROSION. CONTACT THE ENGINE MANUFACTURER OR YOUR MONTEREY DEALER )25 7+( 3523(5 $12'( 72 86( ,1 <285 %2$7,1* $5($ THRU-HULL...
Propulsion System MONTEREY BOATS 3.4 Engine Cooling System All marine engines use surface water as a cool- ing medium. The cooling water enters the sys- tem through a water intake in the outdrive and is expelled through the exhaust system. Water...
Al- not be able to develop as much horse power ways consult your Monterey or authorized en- as they do at or near sea level. Consequently, gine service dealer when making changes to the...
Propulsion System MONTEREY BOATS 288SS Instrument Panel Most tachometers have an LCD screen that digi- 3.7 Helm and Engine Instrumentation WDOO\ GLVSOD\V GDWD IRU VSHFL¿F HQJLQH V\VWHPV DQG The helm station is equipped with a set of engine for functions of some optional equipment. Keys instruments and/or alarms.
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Propulsion System MONTEREY BOATS Digital LED Display Screen In Tachometer Some or all of the following data could be available on the tachometer LCD display: • Time of day • Total engine hours • Engine speed (RPM) • Vessel speed •...
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Propulsion System MONTEREY BOATS Temperature Gauge The temperature gauge indicates the temperature of the engine cooling system. A sudden increase in the temperature could signal a blocked cooling passage or a water pump malfunction CAUTION CONTINUED OPERATION OF AN OVERHEATED ENGINE CAN RESULT IN ENGINE SEIZURE.
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Propulsion System MONTEREY BOATS Depth Gauge (Optional 218SS and 238SS) The Depth gauge indicates the depth of the wa- ter below the bottom of the boat. The gauge is equipped with a shallow water alarm. The alarm will sound at a depth preset by the operator.
Chapter 4: MONTEREY BOATS HELM CONTROL SYSTEMS 4.1 General The helm controls consist of three systems: the engine throttle and shift controls, the steering system, and the trim tab control switches. These systems provide the operator with the ability to control the direction and attitude of the boat from the helm station.
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Helm Control Systems MONTEREY BOATS Movement of the control handle sends a signal to the control processor in the engine compartment that operates the engine throttle and shift control servos. General operation will include a position for neutral (straight up and down or slightly aft of...
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Helm Control Systems MONTEREY BOATS Movement of the helm control arm sends a signal to the control processor, located in the engine compartment that operates the engine throttle and transmission control servos. The controls have a single lever for each engine that operates as a gearshift and a throttle.
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Helm Control Systems MONTEREY BOATS 4.5 Outdrive Power Tilt and Trim All inboard/outboard drive systems have a tilt and trim feature for the outdrives. This allows the operator to control the position of each outdrive from the helm. Moving the outdrive closer to the boat transom is called trimming “in”...
Helm Control Systems MONTEREY BOATS 4.6 Steering System Your Monterey is equipped with power assisted cable or full hydraulic power steering, depending on the model and selected options. All steering systems are equipped with a tilt steering wheel at WKH KHOP 7KH VWHHULQJ ZKHHO FDQ EH WLOWHG WR ¿YH...
Helm Control Systems MONTEREY BOATS For safety and improved tight quarter maneuver- ing, the controlling software on most systems VHQVHV HQJLQH VSHHG DQG DGMXVWV PD[LPXP VWHHU- ing angle and steering wheel resistance to preset limits as the engine speed increases or decreases.
Helm Control Systems MONTEREY BOATS 4.8 Trim Tabs Trim tabs are optional on the 268SS and standard equipment on 288SS and 328SS models. Trim tabs are mounted to the hull on the transom be- low the swim platform. Dual rocker switches in the helm are used to control the trim tabs.
Lubrication should be performed as often as nec- essary to keep the system operating smoothly. &RQWURO V\VWHP DGMXVWPHQWV PD\ EHFRPH QHFHV- VDU\ ,I DGMXVWPHQW EHFRPHV QHFHVVDU\ VHH \RXU Monterey dealer. Trim Tabs Control Bow Up & Bow Down WARNING IMPROPERLY ADJUSTED ENGINE CONTROLS CAN CAUSE LOSS You also should make sure there are no wires or OF CONTROL AND SEVERE ENGINE OR OUTDRIVE DAMAGE.
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DGMXVWPHQW EHFRPHV QHFHVVDU\ GR QRW DWWHPSW WR address the problem yourself. You should con- tact your Monterey dealer or Monterey Customer Service for assistance. WARNING If the boat is kept in the water, the trim tabs...
MONTEREY BOATS FUEL SYSTEM 5.1 General The gasoline fuel system used in Monterey boats sold in the United States is designed to meet or exceed the emission control standards of the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the requirements of the U.S. Coast Guard, the Boating Industry Association and the American Boat and Yacht Council in effect at the time of manufacture.
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3803(' ,172 7+( :$7(5 25 :$67( 7$1. '2 127 $77(037 TO PUMP IT OUT YOURSELF. WATER AND WASTE PUMPS ARE NOT DESIGNED TO PUMP FUEL AND A FIRE OR EXPLOSION COULD RESULT. CONTACT YOUR DEALER OR THE MONTEREY CUSTOMER SERVICE DEPARTMENT FOR ASSISTANCE IN HAVING THE FUEL PROFESSIONALLY REMOVED.
Fuel System MONTEREY BOATS 5.2 Engine Fuel Delivery System The fuel system on your boat has one fuel tank. The Fuel withdrawal line is equipped with an anti- siphon valve where the line attaches to the fuel tank. This valve prevents gasoline from siphoning out of the fuel tank should a line rupture.
Fuel System MONTEREY BOATS 5.4 Fueling Instructions WARNING Boats sold in the United States are built with fuel systems designed to meet emission control *$62/,1( )8(/ 9$3256 7+$7 $&&808/$7( ,1 7+( %,/*( standards established by the U.S. Environmental OR ENGINE COMPARTMENT WHILE FUELING CAN EXPLODE!! FUEL VAPORS ARE HEAVIER THAN AIR AND CAN ACCUMULATE Protection Agency.
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Fuel System MONTEREY BOATS 7R ¿OO WKH IXHO WDQN RQ ERDWV ZLWK YDSRU HPLV- • Fill the tank slightly less than the rated capac- sion control systems, follow this procedure: ity to avoid spilling fuel out of the vent/ fuel •...
Fuel System MONTEREY BOATS 5.5 Fuel System Maintenance WARNING Periodically inspect all connections, clamps and hoses for leakage and damage or deterioration. /($.,1* )8(/ ,6 '$1*(5286 $1' &$1 &$86( $ ),5( $1' Replace as necessary. Spray the valves, tank 25 (;3/26,21 '2 127 '5$,1 $1< )8(/ ,172 7+( %,/*( fuel gauge sender and ground connections with a metal protector.
Chapter 6: MONTEREY BOATS ELECTRICAL SYSTEM 6.1 General Your Monterey is equipped with a 12 volt DC electrical system. Some models could also be equipped with an optional 120 volt AC battery charging system or 120 volt AC electrical sys- tem and a generator.
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Circuit Protection 214SS/218SS/234SS/238SS/268SS All 12 volt power is distributed to the 12 volt ac- Typical 268SS Dual Battery Switch Panel cessories through individual circuit breakers lo- cated in the 12 volt breaker panels.
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Electrical System MONTEREY BOATS CAUTION 3523(5 )86( 25 %5($.(5 3527(&7,21 0867 %( 3529,'(' FOR ALL 12 VOLT EQUIPMENT ADDED. DO NOT OVERLOAD 7+( $&&(6625< &,5&8,7 %5($.(56 25 27+(5 &,5&8,75< THROUGH ADDITIONAL 12 VOLT EQUIPMENT. Batteries and Battery Switch The DC electrical system on your boat is designed for wet cell, absorbed glass mat or gel cell marine batteries.
Electrical System MONTEREY BOATS When in port or at anchor, the ENGINE and EMER- GENCY PARALLEL switches should be OFF. Only the HOUSE battery should be ON. This will keep the engine starting battery in reserve for start- ing the engine. If the house battery becomes...
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Electrical System MONTEREY BOATS Batteries and Battery Switches 328SS models are equipped with three batter- ies and four battery switches, a switch for each engine, a battery switch for house and accessory circuits and an emergency parallel switch. An au-...
Electrical System MONTEREY BOATS Helm Switch Panels 214SS/218SS & 234SS/238SS 268SS Helm Switch Panels Conventional Helm Switch Panels 6.4 12 volt Accessory Switch Panels Conventional helm switch panels are equipped The main accessory switch panels and the engine with rocker switches that are labeled for the ac- start switch are located at the helm.
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Electrical System MONTEREY BOATS BYPASS FUSE POSITION NORMAL FUSE POSITION Power Management Module - MUX Digital Helm Switch Panels Digital switching systems provide reduced com- plexity and increase switching options at the KHOP 7KH V\VWHP FRQVLVWV RI PDMRU SDUWV 7KH power management module, the switch harness and the two digital switch modules at the helm.
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Electrical System MONTEREY BOATS The corresponding circuit will now be “ON” for as long as the fuse is in that position and no longer be controlled from the switch module. When the problem is corrected, move the fuse back to the original position for normal operation.
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Electrical System MONTEREY BOATS Cockpit Lights Bilge Pump Activates the lights that illuminate the cockpit and Manually activates the aft bilge pump which is bow seating area. Also activates the stern storage LQVWDOOHG LQ WKH ELOJH MXVW IRUZDUG RI WKH HQJLQH...
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Electrical System MONTEREY BOATS Exhaust Activates the diverter valve in the exhaust sys- tem that directs the exhaust either through the outdrive and propeller or to the thru-hull exhaust system for increased performance and enhanced sound. Engine Data A momentary switch that toggles through avail- able engine data that displays on the tachometer LCD data screen on some models.
Activates the fresh water pump. The pump is Battery Switch & Circuit Breaker Panel the pressure demand type. The pressure switch 214SS/218SS,234SS/238SS & 268SS built into the pump automatically controls the water pump when the system is activated and 6.5 Circuit Breaker Panels...
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Ignition Provides protection and continuous power for the Helm Accessory Circuit Breaker Panel computer memory for the engine. This “push to 214SS/218SS & 234SS/238SS reset” breaker is always supplied current when the batteries are connected. Helm Accessory Breaker Panel The accessory breaker panel is located below the helm or in the storage compartment forward of the helm.
Electrical System MONTEREY BOATS Hatch Lifter (268SS) Provides protection and electrical current to the switch that controls the electric engine hatch lifter. Bilge Provides protection and electrical current to the switch that manually activates the aft bilge pump. Electronics Provides protection and electrical current directly to the electronics in the helm.
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Electrical System MONTEREY BOATS Helm ACC Panel The primary circuit for the helm or cabin acces- sory breaker panel near the helm or in the cabin is protected and powered by this circuit breaker. Other circuit breakers located in the helm or cabin DC breaker panel protect the individual circuits.
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Electrical System MONTEREY BOATS 328SS Battery Switch Panel Breakers The following is a description of the accessories controlled by the “push to reset” and main DC breakers in the 328SS battery switch panel. House Charge Provides protection for the battery charger out- put wire that supplies DC charging current to the HOUSE battery.
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Electrical System MONTEREY BOATS CO Monitor Supplies 12-volt electrical current to the carbon monoxide detector in the cabin. This is a “push to reset” breaker that is normally on, unless tripped by an overload, when the House battery switch is activated.
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Electrical System MONTEREY BOATS Power Management Module with Cover Removed Showing Fuse Panel 288SS/328SS Digital Switching System Circuit Protection Accessories circuits activated by the digital switch- es in the helm are protected by spade type fuses located in the power management module in the compartment forward of helm station.
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Electrical System MONTEREY BOATS The following is a description of the accessory circuits protected by fuses in the power manage- ment module. Hatch Lifter UP/Down Protects the up and down circuits for the engine hatch actuator. Typical Digital Helm Switch Panel Horn Protects the circuit for the horn.
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Electrical System MONTEREY BOATS 328SS Cabin DC Breaker Panel The cabin DC breaker panel is located on the forward side of the cabin in a cabinet near the companionway. The following is a description of the accessories controlled by the breakers in the...
Electrical System MONTEREY BOATS 6.7 AC Battery Charging System (Single Engine Boats) General A 120 volt AC battery charging system is an avail- able option for models not equipped with a 120 volt AC electrical system. The battery charging system is fed 120 volt AC...
Electrical System MONTEREY BOATS 6.8 Battery Charger A battery charger mounted in the engine compart- ment is optional equipment on some models. AC electrical current is supplied either directly to the automatic battery charger or by a circuit breaker in the cabin AC breaker panel. The battery char- ger automatically charges and maintains the 12 volt batteries simultaneously when activated.
Electrical System MONTEREY BOATS 6.10 120 Volt AC System (328SS) 328SS models are supplied 120 volt, 60 cycle cur- rent by a 30 amp shore power outlet at dockside or by and optional generator. It is wired totally sepa- rate from the 12 volt DC system and is equipped with an onboard isolation system.
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Electrical System MONTEREY BOATS Recommended procedure for making a DANGER shore connection: Turn the AC Shore Main breakers to the “OFF” posi- REVERSED POLARITY AND GROUND FAULT CONDITIONS tion. If the dockside outlet includes a disconnect WILL DAMAGE THE SYSTEM AND EXPOSE PASSENGERS switch, turn it to the “OFF”...
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Electrical System MONTEREY BOATS 328SS 120 Volt AC Panel circuit is OK. If the ELCI continues to trip and the age and never operate your AC electrical system red LED is lit after being reset there is a problem if the voltage is below or above this range.
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If you have any questions about managing the power in your boat, Water Heater contact your Monterey dealer. Supplies electrical current directly to the hot water heater circuit. A thermostat in the water heater...
Electrical System MONTEREY BOATS Cabin Refrigerator Reserved for addition 120 volt AC equipment. Cockpit Refrigerator / Ice maker (Optional) Supplies AC electrical current directly to the option- al cockpit refrigerator when AC power is available. See the refrigerator manual for more information.
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Electrical System MONTEREY BOATS Air Conditioner Sea Strainer Screen Air Conditioner Sea Strainer exhaust systems on the generator. You should also FKHFN WKH H[KDXVW SRUW IRU ZDWHU ÀRZ HDFK WLPH the generator is started. If there is no discharge within thirty seconds, shut down the generator and ¿QG DQG FRUUHFW WKH SUREOHP...
Electrical System MONTEREY BOATS Inspect all engine wiring. 6.12 Bonding System Your boat is equipped with a bonding system that Check the electrolyte level in the batteries regu- interconnects all underwater metal hardware and larly and add distilled water as necessary. If the WKUXKXOO ¿WWLQJV WR HQVXUH WKDW WKH\ DUH RI WKH...
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Electrical System MONTEREY BOATS Inspect all wiring for proper support, sound in- WARNING sulation, and tight terminals, paying particular attention to portable appliance cords and plugs. CORROSION ALLOWED TO BUILD ON THE ELECTRICAL C O N N E C TO R S C A N C AU S E A P O O R C O N N E C T I O N...
Electrical System MONTEREY BOATS require and managing the electrical load on the 6.14 AC Line Load Estimator circuit. An owner’s manual for each AC accessory Depending on the AC power load your boat re- installed on your boat at the factory has been quires and the power available from the shore included with your boat.
ACCIDENTALLY PUMPED INTO THE WATER OR WASTE TANK, Pump breaker or switch should be placed in the DO NOT ATTEMPT TO PUMP IT OUT YOURSELF. CONTACT YOUR DEALER OR THE MONTEREY BOATS CUSTOMER “OFF” position. SERVICE DEPARTMENT FOR ASSISTANCE IN HAVING THE FUEL PROFESSIONALLY REMOVED AND COMPONENTS OF THE FRESH WATER SYSTEM REPLACED AS NECESSARY.
DO NOT MODIFY OR CHANGE THE SHORE WATER INLET to the water heater owner’s manual for additional CONNECTOR WITH ANOTHER TYPE WITHOUT CONSULTING information. MONTEREY BOATS CUSTOMER SERVICE OR YOUR DEALER. THE USE OF THE WRONG TYPE OF INLET CONNECTOR CAN DAMAGE THE FRESH WATER SYSTEM. CAUTION DO NOT SUPPLY CURRENT TO AN EMPTY WATER HEATER.
Fresh Water System MONTEREY BOATS the valve on the shower head to turn the water on and off as you shower. Shower water is drained from the 328SS head compartment by a sump pump system located in WKH ELOJH $Q DXWRPDWLF ÀRDW VZLWFK LQ WKH VKRZHU sump controls the pump.
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Fresh Water System MONTEREY BOATS Sanitizing the Fresh Water Tank • Activate the system and allow the water to run The fresh water system should be sanitized if it for about one minute at each faucet. Let the has not been used for a long period or you are treated water stand for 4-6 hours.
15 M.P.H. The water pressure from the scoop will force the trapped air through the pump and allow it to prime. If this procedure doesn’t work, contact your Monterey or Marine Air dealer. Closing the thru-hull ball valves before the boat Air Conditioner Pump, Strainer &...
Raw Water System MONTEREY BOATS Cleaning the Sea Strainer • If the system will not prime, follow the proce- • Turn the air conditioner off at the control panel. dure for priming the system in this chapter. Then turn the air conditioning breaker in the You should refer to the air conditioner owner’s...
VXUH LW LV IUHH ÀRZLQJ DQG WKDW WKH KRVHV RQ WKH WKUXKXOO ¿WWLQJV DUH VHFXUH DQG QRW OHDNLQJ 9.2 Bilge Drainage Bilge Pumps 214SS/218SS/234SS/238SS/268SS The stern bilge pump is activated both manually by a switch in the helm switch panel and auto- matically by an electronic water level switch built into the pump.
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Drainage Systems MONTEREY BOATS $OO ELOJH SXPSV SXPS ZDWHU RXW RI WKUXKXOO ¿WWLQJV located above the waterline in the starboard side of the hull. The aft bilge pump/automatic switch LV ORFDWHG LQ WKH HQJLQH FRPSDUWPHQW ELOJH MXVW forward of the engine and the forward pump and automatic switch are located in the cockpit storage compartment bilge.
Drainage Systems MONTEREY BOATS on the side of the switch down to verify operation. This is particularly important before operating the boat offshore. 7KH DXWRPDWLF ÀRDW VZLWFK IRU HPHUJHQF\ ELOJH pump is mounted above the normal operating UDQJH RI WKH DIW ELOJH SXPS DXWRPDWLF ÀRDW VZLWFK...
Drainage Systems MONTEREY BOATS Above Deck Cockpit Storage Compartments The storage boxes, located below the cockpit lounge seat, are drained by gravity to the cockpit deck or to the bilge. Bow Seat Storage Compartments The bow seat storage compartments are equipped ZLWK GUDLQ ¿WWLQJV WKDW GUDLQ E\ JUDYLW\ WR WKH ELOJH...
Drainage Systems MONTEREY BOATS You should monitor the waste level carefully and not allow the tank to become full. The toilet will QRW ÀXVK ZKHQ WKH WDQN LV IXOO DQG DQ RYHU¿OOHG KROGLQJ WDQN ZLOO IRUFH ZDVWH LQWR WKH YHQW ¿OWHU 7KLV ZLOO FORJ WKH ¿OWHU SUHYHQW WKH VLQNV IURP...
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Drainage Systems MONTEREY BOATS When the boat is out of the water the bilge can be NOTICE: drained by a garboard drain located in the transom See Electrical Systems for additional infor- near the bottom of the hull. The plug should be mation on bilge pump operation.
Chapter 10: MONTEREY BOATS VENTILATION SYSTEM 10.1 Cabin & Head Compartment Ventilation (268SS/288SS/328SS) Ventilation to the cabin and/or head compartments is provided by a deck hatch in the 288SS and opening port windows in the 268SS and 328SS. 288SS Head Compartment Hatch The deck hatch is supported in the open position and secured closed by a cam action latch.
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Windshield & Cockpit Ventilation Ventilation to the helm area and cockpit and ac- cess to the bow seating area is provided by the opening center windshield panel in 214SS/218SS & 234SS/238SS models and the opening center windshield panel and a walk-through door below the windshield on 268SS/288SS/328SS models.
Ventilation System MONTEREY BOATS 10.2 Carbon Monoxide & Proper Ventilation DANGER FAILURE TO PROPERLY VENTILATE THE BOAT WHILE THE ENGINES OR GENERATOR ARE RUNNING MAY PERMIT CARBON MONOXIDE TO ACCUMULATE WITHIN THE CABIN AND OPEN AREAS OF YOUR BOAT. CARBON MONOXIDE IS A COLORLESS AND ODORLESS GAS THAT IS LETHAL WHEN INHALED.
10.3 Engine Compartment Ventilation or optional generator and while operating below All Monterey inboard boats are equipped with an cruise speed or running the generator. The blow- engine compartment ventilation system consisting...
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WHEN IT IS STORED IN THE ANCHOR LOCKER. DAMAGE RESULTING FROM THE ANCHOR BOUNCING IN THE ANCHOR LOCKER IS NOT COVERED BY THE MONTEREY WARRANTY. A bow ladder rests above the anchor and anchor line when it is in the stored position on some mod- els.
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Exterior Equipment MONTEREY BOATS Windshield Your boat is equipped with heavy duty aluminum windshield with tinted glass. The center wind- shield section opens to provide ventilation and access to the bow seating area. The section is opened by releasing the locks on the inside of the windshield.
Exterior Equipment MONTEREY BOATS 11.2 Windlass & Bow Roller (268SS/288SS/328SS) A windlass is optional on the 268SS/288SS and 328SS. The windlass/bow roller installation replaces the bow ladder on 268SS and 288SS models. The windlass and anchor roller assembly is mount- ed to the deck in the rope locker below the hatch.
Open 214SS/218SS/234SS/238SS the hatch on the starboard side of the swim plat- The platform on 214SS/218SS and 234SS/238SS form. Rotate the ladder out of the recess to the models is equipped with an additional wet stor- down position.
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A removable ski tow pylon that mounts Transom Ski Tow LQ D ÀXVK EDVH LQ WKH FHQWHU RI WKH SODWIRUP LV RS- 214SS/218SS & 234SS/238SS tional. The pylon can be also be used as a table pedestal for the optional cockpit table.
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Exterior Equipment MONTEREY BOATS The compartment drains to the bilge and is equipped with “dry deck” padding to allow for better drainage and air circulation in the com- partment. A drain rail around the hatch channels water away from the compartment and overboard WKURXJK D ¿WWLQJ LQ WKH KXOO VLGH RU WR WKH VZLP...
Exterior Equipment MONTEREY BOATS 268SS/288SS/328SS Trim Tabs Trim tabs are standard equipment on the 288SS and 328SS. They are an available option on the 268SS. The trim actuators and planes are mounted to the hull at the transom and controlled by a switch panel at the helm.
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Exterior Equipment MONTEREY BOATS WARNING IN CERTAIN CONDITIONS, OPEN DOORS AND HATCHES THAT ARE NOT SECURED PROPERLY CAN SLAM CLOSED UNEXPECTEDLY AND CAUSE INJURY TO PASSENGERS OR DAMAGE TO THE BOAT. MOST DOORS AND HATCHES ARE EQUIPPED WITH SPECIAL FASTENERS, HATCH LIFTERS, OR SNAPS AND/OR STRAPS, TO SECURE THEM IN THE OPEN POSITION.
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Also make sure the pedestal is securely fastened to the brackets in the transom storage compartment. Table Mounting Location In-Floor Storage Compartment 214SS/218SS & 234SS/238SS 268SS Table Storage The table and pedestal are stored in special mounting brackets built into the storage compart-...
Close the hatch by placing enough down pressure on the hatch to overpower the lifting force of the gas springs. When the hatch is completely closed, press down ¿UPO\ WR ODWFK LW LQ WKH FORVHG SRVLWLRQ Engine Access 214SS/218SS & 234SS/238SS...
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A removable panel in the cockpit sole Aft Bench Seat below the cooler provides access to the fuel gauge 214SS/218SS & 234SS/238SS sender and fuel lines on the fuel tank. The cooler is secured in the compartment by special brackets and a stretch cord on each side.
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Never allow someone to be on the rear facing lounge seat or the sunpad when the Sunpad engine is running. 214SS/218SS & 234SS/238SS Helm and Passenger Seats The helm and passenger pedestal seats are HTXLSSHG ZLWK D ÀLS XS EROVWHU WR SURYLGH PRUH room between the seat and helm or dash area.
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Lounge Seat Backrest - Forward Facing Seat Position The backrest has two positions. In the aft posi- 214SS/218SS & 234SS/238SS tion, it is a back rest cushion for the forward facing passenger seat. In the forward position, it makes a rear facing lounge seat that connects to the port side of the aft bench seat.
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In-Floor Storage Compartment Notice: 214SS/218SS & 234SS/238SS If your boat is equipped with an optional arch, the nav/anchor light will be mounted to the arch and there will be no stern nav/ DQFKRU OLJKW VWRUDJH LQ WKH LQÀRRU FRPSDUW-...
The passengers also should not be restricting the forward visibility of the operator. Storage Compartments Below Bow Seats 214SS/218SS & 234SS/238SS WARNING PASSENGERS RIDING BOW SEATING AREA WHILE CRUISING COULD RESTRICT THE OPERATOR’S VISIBILITY. THIS IS A FREQUENT CAUSE OF ACCIDENTS.
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Exterior Equipment MONTEREY BOATS WARNING OPERATING THE BOAT UNDER POWER WITH THE TRANSOM DOOR OPEN MAY ALLOW PERSONS TO FALL OVERBOARD AND INTO BOAT PROPELLERS OR TO BE LOST IN OPEN WATER. ALWAYS CHECK TO MAKE SURE THE TRANSOM DOOR IS...
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Exterior Equipment MONTEREY BOATS 268SS Aft Bench/L-Lounge Seat 288SS Aft Bench/L-Lounge Seat Aft Bench/L-Lounge Seat The aft bench/L-lounge seat provides passenger seating in rear of the cockpit. The aft bench seat is built into the engine hatch and raises with the hatch when it opens.
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Exterior Equipment MONTEREY BOATS The backrest bolster is lowered by pushing the top of the cushion toward the rear of the boat with one hand while holding the support with the other. When the support is clear of the bolster,...
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Exterior Equipment MONTEREY BOATS 268SS Pedestal Seat 288SS Helm Seat With Bolster Down 268SS Helm and Passenger Seats The helm and passenger pedestal seats are HTXLSSHG ZLWK D ÀLS XS EROVWHU WR SURYLGH PRUH room between the seat and the helm or dash area.
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Exterior Equipment MONTEREY BOATS The backrest has two positions. In the aft posi- tion, it is a back rest cushion for the forward facing passenger seat. In the forward position, it makes a rear facing lounge seat. The backrest is moved by lifting the center of the back rest and moving it toward the desired position.
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Exterior Equipment MONTEREY BOATS 268SS Refrigerator A 12 volt DC cockpit refrigerator is an available option on the 268SS. The refrigerator door has a special latch to secure the door while under way. Make sure the door is properly secured whenever the boat is moving.
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Exterior Equipment MONTEREY BOATS An optional GPS/chart plotter/depth sounder may be installed in the helm and an electronic depth sounder with a shallow water alarm is standard. Electronic navigational equipment manufacturers provide detailed instruction manuals with their products. You should read them carefully and review the operation of the electronics with your dealer at the time of delivery.
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Exterior Equipment MONTEREY BOATS ment is equipped with special mounting brackets IRU WKH FRFNSLW WDEOH DQG ERZ ¿OOHU FXVKLRQV ,W LV DOVR ZKHUH WKH DPSOL¿HU IRU WKH VWHUHR RSWLRQ LV mounted. The door could be damaged or hurt a passenger by the motion of the boat if it is allowed to swing free.
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Exterior Equipment MONTEREY BOATS A gas spring holds the hatch in the open position DQG D ÀXVK WZLVW ODWFK KROGV LW FORVHG 7KH KDQGOH on the twist lock latch remains up when the latch is not secured. Always make sure the hatch is closed with the latch in the secured position and WKH KDQGOH IROGHG ÀXVK EHIRUH RSHUDWLQJ WKH ERDW...
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Exterior Equipment MONTEREY BOATS The anchor locker and retractable forward boarding ODGGHU DUH ORFDWHG MXVW IRUZDUG RI WKH ERZ VHDWLQJ area. The area is illuminated by LED lights recessed into the seat bases. The lights are activated by the Cockpit Lights switch in the helm switch panel.
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Exterior Equipment MONTEREY BOATS Always make sure the center windshield panel is secured in the open or closed position and that passengers in the bow seating area are properly seated before operating the boat above idle speed. The passengers also should not be restricting the forward visibility of the operator.
Exterior Equipment MONTEREY BOATS TRANSOM DOOR Aft Bench Seat/L-Lounge, Cockpit Storage & Transom Door Cockpit Storage Compartments 11.7 Cockpit Features (328SS) A compartment for the battery switch panel is lo- Transom Door FDWHG RQ WKH SRUW VLGH RI WKH FRFNSLW MXVW IRUZDUG A transom door is incorporated into the port rear of the swim platform walkway.
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Exterior Equipment MONTEREY BOATS Sunpad With Aft Seat Backrest Up - Extending Sunpad Hatch switch in the helm switch panel to raise the engine hatch. Aft Bench/L-Lounge Seat The aft bench/L-lounge seat provides passenger seating in rear of the cockpit. The bench seat back- rest is built into the engine hatch and raises with the hatch when it opens.
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Exterior Equipment MONTEREY BOATS The backrest bolster is lowered by pushing the top of the cushion toward the rear of the boat with one hand while holding the support with the other. When the support is clear of the bolster, fold it against the bottom of the bolster recess and lower the bolster LQWR WKH UHFHVV XQWLO LW LV ÀXVK ZLWK VXQSDG...
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Exterior Equipment MONTEREY BOATS Helm Seat 7KH KHOP VHDW LV HTXLSSHG ZLWK D ÀLS XS EROVWHU to provide more room between the seat and the helm. The bolster converts the seat to a leaning post style seat with a backrest and allows the operator to sit or stand at the helm.
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Exterior Equipment MONTEREY BOATS Helm The steering, engine control, engine instruments and switches for exterior equipment and naviga- tion lights are located on the helm station. The helm station is designed to provide good visibil- ity, room for electronics and a functional control station.
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Exterior Equipment MONTEREY BOATS In-Floor Storage Compartment There is a large storage compartment located EHORZ WKH FRFNSLW ÀRRU EHWZHHQ WKH KHOP DQG passenger seats. The compartment drains to the bilge and is equipped with “dry deck” padding to allow for better drainage and air circulation in the compartment.
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Exterior Equipment MONTEREY BOATS WARNING NEVER LEAVE THE HEAD OR CABIN DOOR UNLATCHED. THE DOORS ARE HEAVY AND SWING EASILY. IF A DOOR IS LEFT UNLATCHED, IT COULD SWING UNEXPECTEDLY AS THE BOAT ROCKS, DAMAGING THE DOOR OR CAUSING AN INJURY TO A PASSENGER.
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Exterior Equipment MONTEREY BOATS Wet bar The wet bar is equipped with a sink or optional electric grill, cup holders and a refrigerator. The counter top and sink cover is made of Karadon. A grab rail on the wet bar provides a hand hold when moving about the cockpit.
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Exterior Equipment MONTEREY BOATS To use the grill, make sure the Electric Grill breaker in the cabin AC panel is on and open the lid. Use the grill touch control pad located in the cockpit near the battery switch panel to activate the burner and control the temperature.
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Exterior Equipment MONTEREY BOATS TV Harness Panel In Battery Switch Panel Cockpit TV A 12 volt DC Flat screen TV or TV/DVD is available as optional equipment. The TV mounts to a special bracket on the radar arch. A special electrical har- ness connects the TV to a receptacle panel located in the battery switch panel.
Exterior Equipment MONTEREY BOATS Once the clear connector is completely installed, 11.8 Bimini Top & Optional Canvas the side curtains can be put on. Attach the side 7KH FDQYDV IRU 0RQWHUH\ ERDWV LV FXVWRP ¿W WR curtains to the zippers on the sides of the bimini each boat.
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If you intend to add equipment or PDNH PRGL¿FDWLRQV WR WKH DUFK \RX VKRXOG FRQWDFW your dealer or Monterey Customer Service to make sure the equipment you would like to add or the LQWHQGHG PRGL¿FDWLRQ ZLOO QRW YRLG WKH ZDUUDQW\ RQ the arch.
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Exterior Equipment MONTEREY BOATS is being removed to take the strain off the bolt and prevent the arch from dropping suddenly when the bolt is removed. Once the bolt is removed, slowly lower the arch until it is supported by the cables in the down position.
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Exterior Equipment MONTEREY BOATS Arch With Front & Rear Top Sections Arch With Rear Top Section & No Front Section Arch Convertible Top Enclosure 7KH FDQYDV IRU 0RQWHUH\ ERDWV LV FXVWRP ¿W WR each boat. The convertible top is designed with D UHODWLYHO\ ÀDW SUR¿OH DQG D VQXJ ¿W 7KH FDQYDV...
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Folding the curtains will make permanent the Monterey Limited Warranty. Additionally, creases that could cause the vinyl to crack. Monterey will not be responsible for any damage resulting from the installation of a fabrication not NOTICE: installed at the Monterey factory. If you intend...
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Chapter 12: MONTEREY BOATS INTERIOR EQUIPMENT 12.1 Head Compartment Head Compartment 268SS, 288SS and 328SS models are equipped with a head compartment. The compartment is equipped with a sink that has a retractable water hose and spray handle. 328SS models have cold and hot water faucets and an overboard sump pump for the drain.
Interior Equipment MONTEREY BOATS An access panel at the rear of the 328SS head compartment provides access to the back of the helm panel and to the fuses in the power man- agement module. 12.2 Marine Head Systems Portable Head System The portable head is standard on 268SS/288SS models.
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Interior Equipment MONTEREY BOATS pressing the “Flush” button starts an automatic ÀXVKLQJ F\FOH WKDW PRYHV WKH ZDVWH WR WKH KROGLQJ tank and leaves the bowl completely clean and dry in the rest position. A warning light in the control panel illuminates when the holding tank is full and ÀXVKLQJ LV QRW UHFRPPHQGHG...
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Interior Equipment MONTEREY BOATS NOTICE: In order to comply with current State, Federal and Coast Guard regulations, the Overboard Discharge Valve must be off and secured with a lock or wire cable tie strap whenever the boat is operating in areas in which the discharge of sewage is prohibited.
Interior Equipment MONTEREY BOATS 10.3 Cabin (328SS) The cabin is located on the port side, forward of the passenger seat. It is equipped with a berth, entertainment center and microwave. Storage for dunnage is below the berth and a storage bracket the optional cockpit table and drink holders are located at the end of berth.
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This is especially essential if your boat is equipped with the optional generator. If you did not receive a manual for your carbon monoxide detectors, please contact the Monterey Boats Customer Service Department. 7KH ÀRRUV DQG VWHSV FDQ EH YDFXXPHG DQG FOHDQHG with a mixture of water and Murphy’s Oil Soap.
Interior Equipment MONTEREY BOATS 10.4 Air Conditioner (328SS) The cabin air conditioner will operate on either 120-volt AC or 12-volt DC power, depending on the unit selected for your boat. The AC powered unit is equipped with reverse cycle heat and can be operated as a cooling or heating unit.
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MONTEREY BOATS 120-volt AC Air Conditioner Operation The 120-volt AC air conditioning unit is activated and protected by the Air Cond breaker in the AC breaker panel. It requires 120-volt AC current from shore power or the optional generator. To...
JURZWK FDQ GDPDJH ¿EHUJODVV KXOOV Most bottom paints require some maintenance. Proper maintenance is especially important when Your Monterey hull is manufactured using state- the boat is in saltwater and not used for extended of-the-art materials and processes. A layer of periods or after dry storage.
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Routine Maintenance MONTEREY BOATS When replacing the anodes, make sure the contact surfaces are clean, shiny metal and free of paint and corrosion. Never paint over the anode. The bonding system should be inspected by a quali- ¿HG PDULQH HOHFWULFLDQ RQFH D \HDU WR PDNH VXUH all connections are sound and there is continuity throughout the system.
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Routine Maintenance MONTEREY BOATS Fiberglass Gelcoat Surfaces ,I WKH ¿EHUJODVV VKRXOG EHFRPH GDPDJHG DQG QHHG repair, contact your dealer for an authorized repair • Keep the gelcoat surface out of direct sunlight person to make the repairs. or covered when it is not in use.
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Routine Maintenance MONTEREY BOATS GEMLUX MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS Cleaning Agents Method Comments Apply with a sponge Once your stainless is Routine Cleaning Soap and Water or soft cloth. Dry area free of discoloration completely. and/or bleeding, spray GEMLUX Passivation S o l u t i o n d i r e c t l y onto stainless.
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With proper care, anodized alumi- frame. You should also contact Monterey Boats num will provide many years of service. Customer Service.
Routine Maintenance MONTEREY BOATS NOTICE: NOTICE: Boats that are towed behind larger vessels Clear plastic (Isinglass) is subject to ultra- require special attention to the aluminum violet (sunlight) degradation over time. It hardware. The salt spray, salty steam, and may turn yellow-brown (a burnt appearance) chemicals in exhaust gases are particularly and get brittle.
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Routine Maintenance MONTEREY BOATS The following are typical stains and cleaning • Crayon, mustard, ketchup – Sponge with mild Tips for marine vinyl: soap and water. For stubborn stains that may • For normal cleaning – In general most common...
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Rinse with clean water. Marine Exterior Vinyl Upholstery with PreFixx® Coating Monterey Boats uses OMNOVA white, smoother and Additional Warnings for Vinyl Fabrics embossed pleated vinyl material with PreFixx top • Detergents should not be used on a regular or coating.
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Routine Maintenance MONTEREY BOATS Normal Care and Cleaning The recommended cleaners used in Cleaning Remove ordinary dirt and smudges with a mild Methods 1, 2 and 3 are progressively more ag- soap and water solution and a clean, soft cloth gressive.
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DYDLODEOH ZDWHU SURR¿QJ GHVLJQHG IRU WKLV SXU- to revitalize the carpet. pose. Monterey recommends 303 High Tech Fabric Guard. Stain Removal If a spill does occur, it can easily be removed by 7R DSSO\ ZDWHUSURR¿QJ ZDVK WKH FDQYDV DQG DO-...
Salt retains moisture and will cause NOTICE: damage. Dry thoroughly and reinstall. Your Monterey boat is basically an open ve- hicle. Therefore, in spite of well-designed Vinyl headliner material should be cleaned periodi- DQG ZHOO¿WWLQJ FDQYDV HQFORVXUHV \RXU ERDW cally as explained in the previous section.
Routine Maintenance MONTEREY BOATS Karadon Surfaces Engines A mild liquid detergent and water or ammonia- Proper engine maintenance is essential to the based cleaners will remove most dirt and stains proper performance and reliability of your inboard from Karadon. For heavy cleaning, oil, and grease, engines.
Routine Maintenance MONTEREY BOATS NOTICE: • Flush all gravity drains with fresh water to keep The generator charges the house batteries WKHP FOHDQ DQG IUHH ÀRZLQJ just enough to compensate for the DC elec- • Operate the thru-hull valves once a month and trical current the engine requires to operate.
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Chapter 14: MONTEREY BOATS SEASONAL MAINTENANCE Your dealer or the engine manufacturer can 14.1 Lay-up and Storage provide additional information on fuel degrada- Before Hauling: tion and fuel additives recommended for your • Pump out the head and holding tank. Flush engine.
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Seasonal Maintenance MONTEREY BOATS • The cradle or lift must be in the proper fore CAUTION and aft position to properly support the hull. When the cradle or lift is in the correct location, %2$76 &$1 %( '$0$*(' )520 ,03523(5 /,)7,1* $1' the bunks should match the bottom of hull and 75$163257,1* :,7+ )25.
Remove winterizing procedures located in your en- the inlet and outlet hoses on the pump. Turn the gine owner’s manuals or contact a Monterey pump on and allow it to pump out any remaining dealer.
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Seasonal Maintenance MONTEREY BOATS equipped with the optional overboard discharge of water and dried out when the boat is laid up system) until the antifreeze solution is visible at for the winter in climates where freezing occurs. the discharge thru-hull.
Seasonal Maintenance MONTEREY BOATS Proper storage is very important to prevent serious • Install the propellers. Refer to the outdrive damage to the boat. If the boat is to be stored owner’s manual for information on installing indoors, make sure the building has enough ven- propellers.
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Any leak, no matter how minor air through the pump and allow it to prime. must be corrected immediately. If this procedure doesn’t work, contact your Monterey dealer. • Once the generator is started and operating normally, activate the air conditioners and monitor the outlet port for a steady stream of water.
Appendix D: MONTEREY BOATS Glossary of Terms ft: In, near, or toward the stern of a boat. Boat Hook: Short shaft of wood or metal with a KRRN ¿WWLQJ DW RQH HQG VKDSHG WR DLG LQ H[WHQGLQJ Aground: A boat stuck on the bottom.
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Glossary of Terms MONTEREY BOATS A vertical piece around the edges of Fend off: To push or hold the boat off from the Coaming: cockpit, hatches, etc. to stop water on deck from dock or another boat. running below. Flying Bridge: A control station above the level of Cockpit: An open space, usually in the aft deck, the deck or cabin.
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Glossary of Terms MONTEREY BOATS nboard: A boat with the engine mounted within idships: The center of the boat. the hull of the boat. Also refers to the center of Marina: A protected facility primarily for recre- the boat away from the sides.
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Glossary of Terms MONTEREY BOATS Propeller Shaft: Shaft which runs from the back of Sling: A strap which will hold the boat securely WKH HQJLQH JHDU ER[ DIW WKURXJK WKH VWXI¿QJ ER[ while being lifted, lowered, or carried. shaft log, struts, and onto which the propeller is attached.
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Glossary of Terms MONTEREY BOATS Transom: $ ÀDW VWHUQ DW ULJKW DQJOHV WR WKH NHHO Watertight Bulkhead: Bulkheads secured so tightly so as not to let water pass. Travel Lift: A machine used at boat yards to hoist boats out of and back into the water.
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Appendix E: MONTEREY BOATS 7URXEOHVKRRWLQJ *XLGH PROBLEM CAUSE & SOLUTION CONTROL PROBLEMS • 7KH VWHHULQJ FDEOH KRXVLQJ LV ERXQG QHDU WKH WUDQVRP )UHH Outdrive power steering over steers or does not respond WKH FDEOH DQG PDNH VXUH QR FDEOHV RU ZLUH KDUQHVVHV DUH properly.
Note that all Monterey fuel tanks are either rectangular in cross section or very close to rectangular which means that all fuel senders read linearly. The calibration process will ask for 20/40/60/80/100% increments which can be measured along the length of any fuel sender regardless of length.
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Gauge Quick Reference Guide MONTEREY BOATS The balance of the information listed below is delivered via CAN data stream. Oil Pressure Coolant Temp Fuel Rate Block Pressure (Mercury only) Fuel Level (DTS/EVC only) Trim Position Engine or Helm (Engine Helm...
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Gauge Quick Reference Guide MONTEREY BOATS 1. To calibrate drive/outboard trim on the segmented tach: 2. Toggle to the Trim display using the “Engine Data” switch 3. Hold the “Engine Data” switch down for 5 seconds. The display will show “Down”.
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English/Metric Engine Can be assigned either as port, stbd, or single LCD Animation Turns the scrolling Monterey emblem on or off between data screens LCD Screens Enable/Disable data screens (See below for screen details) LCD Backlight Adjust brightness of display (Customer to set)
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Gauge Quick Reference Guide MONTEREY BOATS Graphical Trim Calibration: *Note that if configuring with dual engines, both drives should be calibrated at the same time. 1. Toggle to SETUP menu by pressing and holding both buttons on the tachometer. 2. Toggle to the TRIM CALIBRATION option by pressing the left button.
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Gauge Quick Reference Guide MONTEREY BOATS LCD Screens: The following grid shows how each data screen should be set for single and twin engine boats. Twin Engines Screen Single Port Starboard Clock Disabled Disabled Disabled Engine Speed Enabled Enabled Enabled...
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Gauge Quick Reference Guide MONTEREY BOATS Troubleshooting: Problem: Digital display and other gauges do not show correct information. Coolant temp reads “32 F”. Issue: There is no data moving from the engine to the gauge. Check power to NMEA 2000 devices (if equipped).
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Appendix G: MONTEREY BOATS Wiring Diagrams Super Sport Model Wiring Diagrams 214/218 Super Sport .....................218 234/238 Super Sport .....................223 268 Super Sport ......................228 288 Super Sport ......................236 328 Super Sport ......................241...
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Appendix I: MONTEREY BOATS 6SHFL¿FDWLRQV 214/218 Super Sport SPECIFICATION ITEM US UNIT METRIC UNIT BEAM 8’4” 2.5 M BRIDGE CLEARANCE W/ ARCH 7’2” 2.0 M DEADRISE 19 DEGREES 19 DEGREES DRAFT - STERN DRIVE DOWN 35” 89 CM DRAFT - STERN DRIVE UP 23”...
6SHFL¿FDWLRQV MONTEREY BOATS 234/238 Super Sport SPECIFICATION ITEM US UNIT METRIC UNIT BEAM 8’6” 2.5 M BRIDGE CLEARANCE W/ ARCH 7’3” 2.4 M DEADRISE 20 DEGREES 20 DEGREES DRAFT - STERN DRIVE DOWN 37” 94 CM DRAFT - STERN DRIVE UP 25”...
6SHFL¿FDWLRQV MONTEREY BOATS 268 Super Sport SPECIFICATION ITEM US UNIT METRIC UNIT BEAM 8’6” 2.5 M BRIDGE CLEARANCE W/ ARCH 8’2” 2.5 M DEADRISE 20 DEGREES 20 DEGREES DRAFT - STERN DRIVE DOWN 40” 101.6 CM DRAFT - STERN DRIVE UP 25”...
6SHFL¿FDWLRQV MONTEREY BOATS 288 Super Sport SPECIFICATION ITEM US UNIT METRIC UNIT BEAM 9’0” 2.7 M BRIDGE CLEARANCE W/ARCH 8’7” 2.5 M DEADRISE 21 DEGREES 21 DEGREES DRAFT - STERN DRIVE DOWN 37” 0.94 M DRAFT - STERN DRIVE UP 25”...
6SHFL¿FDWLRQV MONTEREY BOATS 328 Super Sport SPECIFICATION ITEM US UNIT METRIC UNIT BEAM 9’ 8” 2.9 M BRIDGE CLEARANCE W/ARCH 8’ 3” 2.5 M DEADRISE 22 DEGREES 22 DEGREES DRAFT - STERN DRIVE DOWN 39” 99 CM DRAFT - STERN DRIVE UP 27”...
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,Q WKH HYHQW ¿EHUJODVV KXOO RU GHFN ZRUN LV UHTXLUHG WKH QHZ RZQHU PXVW UHWXUQ WKH ERDW WR WKH RULJLQDO VHOOLQJ dealer or to a dealer authorized to service MONTEREY BOATS products. The cost of returning the boat to and from...
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RU ZRUNPDQVKLS ZLWKLQ ¿YH \HDUV IURP WKH ZDUUDQW\ FRPPHQFHPHQW GDWH DFFRUGLQJ WR WKH IROORZLQJ SURUDWHG schedule provided that the original factory gelcoat surface has not been altered in any way: 1. Up to two (2) years from the warranty commencement date, MONTEREY BOATS will pay 100% of the repair costs.
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MONTEREY BOATS Customer Service Manager. MONTEREY BOATS does not authorize any person to create or assume for it any other obligation or liability with respect to its products. The sales personnel or other employees of MONTEREY BOATS dealers are not authorized to make warranties concerning MONTEREY BOATS products.
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