Four Winns 318 VISTA Owner's Manual

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Dear Four Winns Owner, On behalf of everyone at Four Winns, congratulations – and thank you for choosing a Four Winns boat. FourWinnsiscommittedtocustomersatisfaction.Ifyouarenotcompletelysatis edwith�...

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Table of Contents Owner’s Manual Page 1 PREFACE ...........................................................................................................................................................9 SAFETY MESSAGES ..............................

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Owner’s Manual Page 2Table of Contents H. Operation ................................................................................................................................29 I. Boathouses,SeaWallsandConnedSpaces ........

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Table of Contents Owner’s Manual Page 3 WARRANTY AND SERVICE ............................................................................................................................44 D - 1 FOUR WINNS WARRANTY POLICY .............................

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Owner’s Manual Page 4Table of Contents CONTROL SYSTEMS ......................................................................................................................................62 F - 1 GENERAL ............................................

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Table of Contents Owner’s Manual Page 5 F. Fuel Senders ...........................................................................................................................81 G. Fuel Filters ..................................................

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Owner’s Manual Page 6Table of Contents EXTERIOR EQUIPMENT ...............................................................................................................................127 M - 1 RAILS & DECK HARDWARE .............................

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Table of Contents Owner’s Manual Page 7 FIBERGLASS AND HULL ..............................................................................................................................149 P - 1 HULL DESIGN INFORMATION ..............................

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Owner’s Manual Page 8Table of Contents S - 6 ACCELERATION.........................................................................................................................168 S - 7 TRIMMING YOUR BOAT ........................................

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Owner’s Manual Page 9Preface Congratulations on your new boat purchase and welcome to our boating family! We want your boating experience to be the most enjoyable possible. The more you know about your new boat, the more you’ll enjoy the time yo...

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Owner’s Manual Page 10Preface The popularity of boating and other water sports has grown tremendously in the past few years. Because of this, safety is an important issue for everyone who shares our waterways. Remember that along with the freedom ...

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Owner’s Manual Page 11Preface Trash Overboard Decal - (Specic Models Only - Location Not Shown) This manual has been compiled to help you operate your boat with safety and pleasure. It contains the details of the boat, the equipment supplied o...

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Owner’s Manual Page 12Preface LABEL LOCATIONS Various warning labels are placed at different locations on each model for your safety. Additional warnings for fuel leakage, blower operation, and other important information will be imprinted or loca...

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Owner’s Manual Page 13Preface YACHT CERTIFICATION & WARNING LABELS Gasoline Vapors - Blower Warning Label (applicable models only) NMMA Yacht Certication Plate GASOLINE VAPORS CAN EXPLODE RESULTING IN INJURY OR DEATH. BEFORE STARTING E...

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Owner’s Manual Page 14Preface No Ventilation - Do Not Store Fuel Warning Label Shore Power Inlet Warning Label Ensure slings are in proper location as indicated by the sling label location. Failure to do so may result in permanent hull structure d...

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Owner’s Manual Page 15Preface Leaking Fuel Warning LabelRotating Propeller - Ladder Warning Label Gasoline Vapor-Blower Warning Label CO Swim Platform and Lounging Area Warning Label Ski Tow Warning Label No Ventilation - Do Not Store Fuel Warnin...

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Owner’s Manual Page 16Preface Winning Edge Sticker NMMA Certied Sticker Flush Out Warning Label (Optional) ...

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Owner’s Manual Page 17Operation - Section A A - 1 GENERAL Before starting the boat, become familiar with all of the various systems and related operations. Be sure all necessary safety equipment is on-board. Know the “RulesoftheRoad�...

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Owner’s Manual Page 18Operation - Section A DO NOT swim or dangle legs or arms into the water during a lightning storm. Stay out of the water! Lightning will seek a ground when it strikes. Avoid contact with metal parts such as bow rails, cont...

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Owner’s Manual Page 19Operation - Section A B. Cold / Warm Engine Start (EFI) 1. Move the control handle to NEUTRAL detent position. 2. Turn the key switch to start and hold until engine starts, for no longer than 10 seconds. If engin...

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Owner’s Manual Page 20Operation - Section A 1. Move shift/throttle lever(s) to the neutral idle position. Placing the shift/throttle levers in the neutral detent position will engage neutral start switch and allow engine to start. 2. To go FOR...

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Owner’s Manual Page 21Operation - Section A Running aground can cause serious damage to a boat and associated underwater gear. If the boat should become grounded, distribute personal otation devices and inspect the boat for possible damage....

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Owner’s Manual Page 22Operation - Section A Guard Unit or call the Coast Guard info line at 1 800 368-5647, or visit the US Power Squadron website at www.usps.org. A - 12 BOAT OWNER REGISTRATION Federal and state laws require that every boat e...

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Owner’s Manual Page 23Operation - Section A D - 16 MARPOL TREATY Boats 26 feet or longer must display a sign stating the disposal regulations of the Federal Water Pollution Control Act. The US Coast Guard has issued these regulations to impleme...

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Owner’s Manual Page 24Boating Safety - Section B B - 1 GENERAL As the owner/operator of the boat, you are responsible for assuring that all required safety equipment is aboard. You should also consider supplying additional equipment as needed f...

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Owner’s Manual Page 25Boating Safety - Section B 3. Teach children how to put a PFD on and allow them to try it in the water. That way, they know what the PFD is for and how it works. They will feelmorecomfortablewithitifthey�...

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Owner’s Manual Page 26Boating Safety - Section B NOTICE Do not test re extinguishers by squirting small amounts of the extinguishing compound. The re extinguisher might not work when you really need it. The Vista ® models that measure 2...

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Owner’s Manual Page 27Boating Safety - Section B B - 2 CARBON MONOXIDE Carbon Monoxide! Carbon monoxide (CO) can be harmful or fatal if inhaled. Brain damage or death can result from prolonged exposure to carbon monoxide. Keep exhaust outlets c...

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Owner’s Manual Page 28Boating Safety - Section B Certain health related problems and age will increase the effects of CO. People who smoke or are exposed to high concentrations of cigarette smoke, consume alcohol or have lung disorders or heart ...

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Owner’s Manual Page 29Boating Safety - Section B The following are examples of possible situations where carbon monoxide can accumulate within your boat while docked, anchored, or underway. Become familiar with these examples and their precaut...

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Owner’s Manual Page 30Boating Safety - Section B Figure B-10: Inefcient trim angles. 3. CanvasCongurations-Undervariousconditions, adding or removing canvas may raise or lower CO levels. See Figures B-9, B-10 & B-12....

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Owner’s Manual Page 31Boating Safety - Section B Figure B-15: Exhaust Gas Accumulation - Dangerous Activity N. Cabin Appliances Boats having fuel burning appliances in accommo- dation areas should be provided with adequate ventilation and the ...

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Owner’s Manual Page 32Boating Safety - Section B 4. General a. Worn piston rings and valves b. Engine temperature - Cold running engines increase CO production. Engine cooling water system design and selection of thermostat(s) are primary con...

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Owner’s Manual Page 33Boating Safety - Section B 3. Check that water traps and condensate drains are present. These may be in the form of a double loop in the drain line or prefabricated p-traps. Any drain that discharges below the waterline ...

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Owner’s Manual Page 34Boating Safety - Section B B. Safe Operation Safe operation means that you do not misuse your boat nor do you allow your passengers to do so. Safe operation means using good judgement at all times. It includes, without l...

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Owner’s Manual Page 35Boating Safety - Section B D. Propeller Personal Injury! Do not allow anyone near a propeller, even when the engine is off. Propeller blades can be sharp and continue to turn even after the engine is shut off. Do not al...

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Owner’s Manual Page 36Boating Safety - Section B B - 4 WATER SPORTS PERSONAL INJURY Four Winns ® boats are not designed for and should not be used for pulling parasails, kites, gliders or any device which can become airborne. Use boat only fo...

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Owner’s Manual Page 37Boating Safety - Section B 2. Allow no one who can not swim to water ski. SkiersmustwearaUSCGapprovedoatation device. A Type III water-ski vest is an approved and practical PFD. 3. Have a second pe...

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Owner’s Manual Page 38Basic Seamanship - Section C 2. Meeting Head-On When two boats meet head-on neither boat has right- of-way. Both boats should decrease speed and pass; port to port. However, if both boats are on the left side of a channel, ...

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Owner’s Manual Page 39Basic Seamanship - Section C Figure C-2: Crossing Situation 4. Overtaking The boat overtaking the one ahead must yield the right-of-way to the boat being passed. The overtaking boat must make necessary adjustments to kee...

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Owner’s Manual Page 40Basic Seamanship - Section C NOTICE Buoys are anchored oating objects and may not always be in exactly the same position. D aymarks are red or green boards with numbers. They are on posts or groups of pilings tied toge...

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Owner’s Manual Page 41Basic Seamanship - Section C alight,noteitscolorandpatternortimingofashes, andcompareittoyourcharttonditslocation. D. The Uniform State Waterway Marking Sys...

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Owner’s Manual Page 42Basic Seamanship - Section C Raise the anchor manually or by using the windlass if applicable. Make sure the chain stop is engaged if windlass is used. Properly stow anchor and anchor line. Always be sure to raise and ...

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Owner’s Manual Page 43Basic Seamanship - Section C United States Coast Guard Headquarters 2100 2nd St., SW Washington, D.C. 20593-0001 202 267-1060 website: www.uscgboating.org United States Power Squadron P.O. Box 30423 Raleigh, NC 27617 website: ...

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Owner’s Manual Page 44Warranty and Service - Section D D - 1 FOUR WINNS WARRANTY POLICY The Four Winns Winning Edge™ Owner Protection Plan provides the new Four Winns purchaser with one of the most comprehensive corporate commitments in the m...

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Owner’s Manual Page 45Warranty and Service - Section D terms of the Winning Edge™ Owner Protection Plan or Limited Warranties. We provide this service to the purchasers of Pre-Owned Four Winns ® boats in the interest of better boating. Four ...

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Owner’s Manual Page 46Warranty and Service - Section D 6. Know how to safely operate your boat and the rules of the road before you use your boat. IMPORTANT: Make sure that your dealer checks the engine alignment during your boat’s 20-hour ...

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Owner’s Manual Page 47Warranty and Service - Section D NAME / ADDRESS CHANGE FORM Name & Address: ___________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________ _______________...

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Owner’s Manual Page 48Warranty and Service - Section D ...

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Owner’s Manual Page 49Warranty and Service - Section D FOUR WINNS L.L.C., 925 Frisbie Street, Cadillac, MI 49601 Phone (231) 775-1343 WARRANTY REGISTRATION TRANSFER REQUEST Original Owner Name & Address: ______________________________________...

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Owner’s Manual Page 50Warranty and Service - Section D ...

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Owner’s Manual Page 51Engines, Drives and Instrumentation - Section E created by exhaust fumes. Familiarize yourself with the symptoms of individuals overcome by carbon monoxide, and most importantly, ways you can protect yourself and your gue...

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Owner’s Manual Page 52Engines, Drives and Instrumentation - Section E NOTICE Current deck hatches are designed to allow ventilation when latched in a partially open position. 7. Inspect the engine exhaust system frequently for water and exhaust...

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Owner’s Manual Page 53Engines, Drives and Instrumentation - Section E B. Stern Drive A stern drive or inboard/outboard propulsion system has a piston engine equipped with special marine components mounted near the transom and coupled to an ext...

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Owner’s Manual Page 54Engines, Drives and Instrumentation - Section E Under your normal load conditions, the engines should turn within the maximum RPM range when at full throttle. If the engines exceed the recommended RPM, an increase in pitch...

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Owner’s Manual Page 55Engines, Drives and Instrumentation - Section E The running angle can be controlled through the use of power trim (stern drives) and/or trim tabs. See Section E-8 - Trim Tabs and Section S-7 - Trimming Your Boat for infor...

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Owner’s Manual Page 56Engines, Drives and Instrumentation - Section E Pressing the lower port trim tab switch will move the starboard trim tab upward. This will result in the port bow of the boat being allowed to rise. Pressing the lower starboa...

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Owner’s Manual Page 57Engines, Drives and Instrumentation - Section E engine. Close observation of these instruments could save the engine from damage. The 318 Vista ® models have individual gauges in the dash panel as standard instrumentatio...

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Owner’s Manual Page 58Engines, Drives and Instrumentation - Section E Figure E-6: Tachometer - Rear View B. Speedometer A speedometer is not be available on the 318 Vista ® models. With the optional GPS/Navigational package the ability to moni...

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Owner’s Manual Page 59Engines, Drives and Instrumentation - Section E K. Alarm System The 318 Vista ® models have an engine alarm system installed. This is an audible alarm that is mounted in the helm area; it is actuated by engine water temp...

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Owner’s Manual Page 60Engines, Drives and Instrumentation - Section E . NOTICE These devices are only an aid to navigation. Their accuracy can be affected by many factors including equipment failure or defects, environmental conditions, and impr...

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Owner’s Manual Page 61Engines, Drives and Instrumentation - Section E After all personal equipment is installed, including all electronics (VHF radio, GPS, chart plotter, etc.), the compass must be properly calibrated. DO NOT rely on the compa...

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Owner’s Manual Page 62Control Systems - Section F F - 1 GENERAL Control systems permit operation of the engine’s throttle and shift mechanisms. Typically, they consist of three major components; the control, the throttle and shift cables. Th...

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Owner’s Manual Page 63Control Systems - Section F NOTICE For additional information, refer to the section on “Starting and Operation” in the engine manu- facturer’s manual. DO NOT shift into FORWARD or REVERSE unless engine is running....

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Owner’s Manual Page 64Control Systems - Section F Any time the boat is operated, be aware of changes in shift system operation. A sudden increase in shift effort of the shifter levers, or other abnormal operation, indicates a possible problem i...

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Owner’s Manual Page 65Steering Systems - Section G B. Rotary Steering In the rotary system, a rotary drum assembly is mounted under the dash behind the steering wheel. A one piece cable runs from the drum assembly through the boat into the en...

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Owner’s Manual Page 66Steering Systems - Section G After the rst two hours of running time, check the entire steering system for loose bolts, nuts and fasteners which could adversely affect steering control. NOTICE Check the uid level in t...

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Owner’s Manual Page 67Electrical Systems - Section H A. Installation 1. Connect each of the red (positive) battery cables leading from the battery selector switch to the positive (+) terminal on each of the three batteries. Refer to Figure H...

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Owner’s Manual Page 68Electrical Systems - Section H switchtothe“OFF”positionwhentheboatisunattend- ed for an extended period. NOTICE Twelve volt power to the cabin panel is supplied by the “SHIPS SYSTEMS” circui...

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Owner’s Manual Page 69Electrical Systems - Section H LTS switch towards the NAV position activates the bow lights, the all-around light and the instrument lights on the dash. Move the switch to the ANC position to activate the all-around light....

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Owner’s Manual Page 70Electrical Systems - Section H connected to shore water while at dockside. Tank monitoring systems are available to check water levels. Refer to Section J-1 and J-2 in this manual for additional information. Cockpit Icemake...

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Owner’s Manual Page 71Electrical Systems - Section H air conditioning. The dockside system uses three-wire, color-coded circuitry. The black or hot wire is the ungrounded current carrying conductor. The white or neutral wire is the grounded cu...

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Owner’s Manual Page 72Electrical Systems - Section H NOTICE DO NOT supply electrical power to an empty water heater. Activate the FRESH WATER circuit breaker and switch to start the water pump and prime the system. Be sure there is adequate wa...

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Owner’s Manual Page 73Electrical Systems - Section H D. Ground Fault Current Interrupters (GFCI) The ground fault current interrupter (GFCI) is a device which protects against hazardous electrical shock from improper ground. An appliance electr...

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Owner’s Manual Page 74Electrical Systems - Section H 1. Be sure the shore power cord(s) are disconnected. 2. Check the bilge for fumes, operate the blower for at least 4 minutes, and verify blower operation. 3. Open the generator’s seacock v...

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Owner’s Manual Page 75Electrical Systems - Section H Periodically inspect the engine components to deter- mine if corrosion damage exists. If stray current corrosion damage is found, determine and correct the cause of the stray current to preven...

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Owner’s Manual Page 76Electrical Systems - Section H *NOT SHOWN FIGURE H-2: 318V GENERATOR OPTION (1 0F 3) ...

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Owner’s Manual Page 77Electrical Systems - Section H FIGURE H-3: 318V GENERATOR OPTION (2 0F 3) ...

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Owner’s Manual Page 78Electrical Systems - Section H FIGURE H-4: 318V GENERATOR OPTION (3 0F 3) ...

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Owner’s Manual Page 79Fuel Systems - Section I I - 1 GASOLINE FUEL SYSTEMS Gasoline fuel systems used in Four Winns ® boats are designed to meet or exceed the requirements of the US Coast Guard, the National Marine Manufacturers Association,...

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Owner’s Manual Page 80Fuel Systems - Section I remove any obstruction with a pipe cleaner or similar device. Be sure not to puncture the screen. The vent screens are designed to keep insects and foreign matter from contaminating the fuel and fue...

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Owner’s Manual Page 81Fuel Systems - Section I Dealersareequippedwithsomegeneralgureson consumption which can be used as a guide until specicinformationonyourboatisdetermined. Because of boati...

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Owner’s Manual Page 82Fuel Systems - Section I To conform to Federal Air Quality Standards, the petroleum industry reduced the amount of tetraethyl lead in gasoline. Alcohol is being blended with gasoline to help restore the octane rating lost ...

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Owner’s Manual Page 83Fuel Systems - Section I (Nozzle in contact with fuel opening - Correct) (Nozzle not in contact with fuel opening - Incorrect) Figure I-8: Grounding Fuel Hose Spilled fuel is a re and explosion hazard. DO NOT overow ...

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Owner’s Manual Page 84Fuel Systems - Section I Figure I-8: Fuel Valve System NOTE: GENERATOR OPTION HAS SEPARATE FUEL PICK-UP. ...

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Owner’s Manual Page 85Water and Waste Systems - Section J J - 1 GENERAL All Four Winns Vista ® models are equipped with a fresh water supply system. This system consists of a water supply tank, water distribution lines and a distribution...

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Owner’s Manual Page 86Water and Waste Systems - Section J 5. Drain the system. 6. Flush the system thoroughly with fresh water. 7. Fill the system with fresh water. To remove excessive chlorine taste or odor which might remain in the system, pr...

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Owner’s Manual Page 87Water and Waste Systems - Section J Periodically check the sump pump screen for clogs to prevent drainage problems from occurring in the shower drain. Refer to the manufacturer’s literature included in the owner’s pac...

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Owner’s Manual Page 88Water and Waste Systems - Section J The water pump should be turned off when using city water. If the pump is OFF, the pump will not function and the water in the storage tank of the boat will not be utilized. NOTICE Always...

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Owner’s Manual Page 89Water and Waste Systems - Section J Figure J-7: Overboard Discharge Option NOTICE The discharge pump must be used to discharge waste overboard. However, DO NOT use the discharge pump to discharge waste at a pumping sta...

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Owner’s Manual Page 90Water and Waste Systems - Section J 4. Remove the pump out connection from the deck plate. Add at least 5 gallons of clean water to the holding tank on most models through the waste deckttingusingadockside�...

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Owner’s Manual Page 91Water and Waste Systems - Section J NOTICE Failure to keep the water tank vent ttings clean will cause excessive pressure buildup within the tank during lling. This can cause water tank damage. Periodicallyremove�...

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Owner’s Manual Page 92Water and Waste Systems - Section J C. Winterizing the Waste System Towinterizethewasteholdingtank,ushthetank with soap, water and a deodorizer (e.g., Lysol Liquid ™ ). Empty the tank and po...

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Owner’s Manual Page 93Water and Waste Systems - Section J FIGURE J-8: 318V FRESH WATER SYSTEM (1 OF 6) ...

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Owner’s Manual Page 94Water and Waste Systems - Section J FIGURE J-9: 318V FRESH WATER SYSTEM (2 OF 6) ...

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Owner’s Manual Page 95Water and Waste Systems - Section J FIGURE J-10: 318V FRESH WATER SYSTEM (3 OF 6) ...

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Owner’s Manual Page 96Water and Waste Systems - Section J FIGURE J-11: 318V FRESH WATER SYSTEM (4 OF 6) ...