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1 Owner s/Operator s ManualCrownline_OM_Cover: Crownline OM 11/14/2006 12:45 PM Page 1 WELCOMET hank you for choosing Crownline as your choice for the ultimate boatingexperience for you and your family. Every Crownline boat is built with painstakingdetail in order to provide its owner or operator with the maximum comfort,convenience and operating efficiency possible. Our boats are built to assure that theyare of the very best quality and value in the industry. We build our boats for long-lasting, trouble-free enjoyment so that boaters can travelin carefree style and convenience. It s what we do. All of us at Crownline arepassionately committed to your boating enhance your boating pleasure and safety, read this manual and the EngineOperation and Maintenance Manual. Then, keep them in a safe place onboardfor easy have designed this manual to inform you about the operating features andmaintenance of your boat and to provide information about safe boating.

2 Please payparticular attention to the safety statements labeled as DANGER, WARNING,CAUTION, NOTEand IMPORTANT. These statements alert you to avoid possiblesafety hazards so that you may have a safe and pleasurable boating is the key to a safe and enjoyable boating experience. It is very importantto us that you enjoy many years of boating in your Crownline boat. We know that our customers and owners have brought us to where we are today,and they are the ones who will keep us here. Have a safe and happy time on thewater in your Crownline boat!WELCOME ABOARD!We re sure that you will be completely satisfied with the unmatched performance,style and luxury of your new Crownline whether you are the first owner or new Crownline has been designed, assembled and tested to give you themaximum in boating enjoyment and safety. Crownline is proud to say that everyboat we build is carefully constructed by skilled craftsmen to meet or exceed allsafety and quality standards established by the Coast Guard, ABYC or ISOwhere Information1-1 Owner s/Operator s ManualCrownline_OM_sec1: Crownline OM 11/10/2006 3:13 PM Page 1-1 TABLE OF CONTENTSGENERAL INFORMATION.

3 1-1 Welcome ..1-1 Welcome Aboard! ..1-1 Your Crownline Owner s/Operator s Manual ..1-5 Your Crownline Dealer Responsibilities ..1-6 Your Responsibilities ..1-62007-Limited Warranty ..1-8 Serial Numbers ..1-17 Intended Use ..1-17 Craft Design Category ..1-17 Publications ..1-17 Nautical Glossary ..1-18 Certification and Specification ..1-22 Modifications Prohibited ..1-22 Craft Information Sheet ..1-23 Float Plan ..1-24 Travel Log ..1-25 Restricted Areas ..1-26 Proposition 65 ..1-26 Emission Control Warranty Information ..1-26 Product Improvement ..1-27 Vendor Supplier List ..1-28 BOATING SAFETY ..2-1 Safety Awareness ..2-1 Safety On-board ..2-1 Safe Boating Instruction ..2-2 Safe Boating Practices ..2-2 Rules of the Road ..2-4 Warning Markers ..2-4 Operating Under the Influence ..2-5 Rendering Assistance ..2-5 Fires.

4 2-5 Capsizing and Swamping ..2-7 Water Sports ..2-7 Safety Recommendations ..2-9 Weather ..2-13 Man Overboard ..2-16 Hazardous Conditions ..2-16 Emergency Conditions ..2-17 Aids to Navigation ..2-17 Right-of-Way ..2-21 Safety Equipment ..2-25 Section 11-2 Owner s/Operator s ManualCrownline_OM_sec1: Crownline OM 11/10/2006 3:13 PM Page 1-2 BOAT HANDLING AND OPERATION ..3-1 Overloading ..3-1 Passenger Safety ..3-1 Visibility ..3-1 Trailering ..3-2 Launching ..3-5 Loading ..3-7 Fueling ..3-9 Getting Underway ..3-11 Helms, Instrumentations and Controls ..3-12 Instrumentations and Controls ..3-22 Throttle and Gear Shift Controls ..3-30 Steering ..3-30 Battery ..3-31 Start-up ..3-32 Carbon Monoxide ..3-34 Acceleration ..3-36 High-Speed Operation ..3-37 Drive Trim Angle ..3-37 Trim Tabs ..3-38 Mooring Lines ..3-40 Canvas.

5 3-42 Waste Disposal ..3-45 SYSTEMS AND COMPONENTS ..4-1 Fuel System ..4-1 Fuel Tank Selector ..4-3 Electrical Systems ..4-5 Anticorrosion System ..4-8 Fire-Prevention Systems (Optional) ..4-9 Hand Portable Fire Extinguisher ..4-10 Freshwater System (Cruisers) ..4-10 Sanitizing Freshwater System ..4-11 City Water Hookup ..4-13 Components ..4-14 Marine Sanitation Device (MSD) ..4-17 Holding Tank ..4-19 Overboard Discharge ..4-20 Running/Navigation Lights ..4-20 Stereo and Entertainment ..4-20 Refrigerator/Freezer ..4-21 Stove (Cabin Models Only) ..4-21 Air Conditioning System ..4-21 GENERAL CARE AND MAINTENANCE ..5-1 Special Cleaning Problems ..5-2 Interior Care ..5-3 General Information1-3 Owner s/Operator s ManualCrownline_OM_sec1: Crownline OM 11/10/2006 3:13 PM Page 1-3 Exterior Care ..5-4 Gelcoat Maintenance ..5-4 Stainless Steel and Chrome.

6 5-7 Windshield and Portals ..5-8 Corrosion Protection ..5-8 Engine Compartment ..5-9 Galvanic Corrosion ..5-10 Salt Water ..5-10 Canvas ..5-10 General Maintenance ..5-12 Troubleshooting Chart ..5-16 Extended Storage ..5-22 Lifting the Craft ..5-23 Prior to Storage ..5-24 Engine ..5-25 Air Conditioner ..5-26 Freshwater System ..5-27 Marine Sanitation Device (MSD) ..5-27 Recommission to Service ..5-27 SPECIFICATIONS ..6-1 Boat Specifications ..6-2 Section 11-4 Owner s/Operator s ManualCrownline_OM_sec1: Crownline OM 11/10/2006 3:13 PM Page 1-4 YOUR Crownline OWNER S/OPERATOR SMANUALThis manual has been compiled to help you and others operate your Crownline boat safely and pleasurably. It contains details of the craft, the equipment it issupplied or fitted with, its systems, and information on its operation and the manual carefully, and familiarize yourself with the craft before usingit.

7 Other publications may also be included to support components not covered inthis manual. Become familiar with all the publications included with your boat; theytoo will have important this is your first craft, or you are changing to a type of craft you are not familiarwith, for your own safety and comfort, make sure you obtain handling and operatingexperience before assuming command of the craft. Your dealer, national boatingfederation or yacht club will be pleased to advise you of local sea schools orcompetent Crownline Owner s/Operator s Manual provides an overview of systems andcomponents on your boat. Additional information can be found in the suppliedmanufacturer s publications, boating reference books (available at variousbookstores) or at the local all equipment described in this manual is available on all models. See yourdealer for equipment following outline provides you a glimpse of the information that can be easilyfound in your Crownline Owner s/Operator s Manual:GENERAL INFORMATION:introduces you to Crownline Boats, Inc.

8 , yourOwner s/Operator s Manual and general information on responsibilities. It alsoincludes a list of boating terminology. For more detailed information, generalreference books are available from your Crownline SAFETY:includes important information to provide a good foundation forsafe boating practices. Safety notices are also located throughout your Owner s/Operator s Manual to protect operators, passengers and people around the HANDLING AND OPERATION:covers normal, everyday boating techniquesand AND COMPONENTS:provides an overview of the various systems andcomponents on your Crownline . Remember, this section is not intended toreplace any of the supplied manufacturers Information1-5 Owner s/Operator s ManualCrownline_OM_sec1: Crownline OM 11/10/2006 3:13 PM Page 1-5 GENERAL CARE AND MAINTENANCE:tells you how to properly maintain yourCROWNLINE.

9 Included in each sub-section are recommendations for keeping yourboat s beauty and its sound operational condition, adjustments, and frequency ofchecks and inspections. Also included is a troubleshooting chart to help find thesource of any problems. Extended Storageexplains procedures for keeping yourCROWNLINE in good condition during seasonal or prolonged storage :provides specifications by Crownline DEALERRESPONSIBILITIESThe following outlines the responsibilities of your Crownline dealer to ensure youreceive maximum performance and enjoyment from your new Crownline dealer will be responsible for:1. Discussing the terms of all warranties, and stressing the importance ofregistering each warranty with its respective manufacturer. Complete andreturn the Crownline Boats, Inc. Limited Warranty registration Providing instructions on how to get warranty Reviewing the pre-delivery service record with you, and then signing it tocertify it is Ensuring you know the general operating procedures for your boat, and youare familiar with its specific systems and RESPONSIBILITIESThe following outlines your the owner you are responsible for:1.

10 Scheduling an appointment with your dealer to review all Inspecting the physical condition of the boat at time of delivery, and makingsure that all systems and components are operating Scheduling an appointment with your dealer to review the pre-delivery engineservice record, then signing it to indicate the dealer has provided a Using all equipment safely and in accordance with the manufacturer Providing periodic maintenance as outlined in the CROWNLINEO wner s/Operator s Manual and all manufacturer Service : Crownline recommends you refer to your engine warranty for initialinspection and service Scheduling your engine s service as detailed in the engine owner s 11-6 Owner s/Operator s ManualCrownline_OM_sec1: Crownline OM 11/10/2006 3:13 PM Page 1-6 IMPORTANT: Make sure the dealer checks the engine alignment in accordancewith the engine operation and maintenance manual.