580 Owners Manual

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• The Hull Identification
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• Record the HIN (and the
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Part Number
1883399
CONTENTS
Chapter 1: Welcome Aboard! Chapter 4: Controls & Gauges

Dimensions & Tank Capacities 1 Steering 45
Dealer Service 1 Hydraulic Steering System 45
Warranty Information 1 Rudder Stuffing Gland 45

Boating Experience 2 Autopilot 46
Qualified Maintenance 2 Shift/Throttle Controls 46
Engine Synchronization (If Equipped) 46
Structural Limitations 2
Engine & Accessory Guidelines & Literature 3 Trim Tabs 47
Propellers 3 Dual Thruster System 47
Safety Standards 4 Gauges 48
Special Care for Moored Yachts 5 Cleaning the Gauges 48
Sacrificial Anodes (Zincs) 5 Gauge Fogging 48
Radio Transmission Interference 48
Yacht Lifting 6
Twin Engine Readings 48
Carbon Monoxide (CO) 7 Fuel Gauges 48
CO Facts 7
Factors that Increase the Effects of CO Poisoning 7 Chapter 5: Navigation & Communication Equipment
Where & How CO Can Accumulate 8
Compass 49
How to Protect Yourself & Others From CO 8
Depth Finder 49
CO Checklists 9
More Information 9 VHF Radio 49
Radar 50
Chapter 2: Locations Global Positioning System (GPS) 50
Exterior Views 10
Hull Views 10 Chapter 6: Plumbing
Forward Deck View 11 Bilge Pumps 51
Aft Deck View 12 Bilge Pump Testing 52
Command Bridge Helm Station 13 Autofloat Switches 52
Pilothouse Helm Station 14 Seawater Systems 53
Component Locations 15 Seacocks 53
Seawater Strainers 53
Chapter 3: Propulsion & Related Systems Seawater Washdown 54
Engines 38 Freshwater System 55
Engine Cooling System 38 Transom Shower 56
Exhaust System 39 City Water Inlet 56
Bilge Blower Systems 40 Freshwater System Winterization 57
Water Heater 58
Fuel System 41
Winterizing the Water Heater 59
Fuel Fills & Vents 42
Preparing the Water Heater for Use After Yacht Storage 60
Fuel Filter/Water Separators 42
Fuel Transfer Pump 42 Drain Systems 61
Deck Drains 61
Oil Change System 43
Gray Water Drain System 61
Fire Suppression Systems 43
Sump Pump Drain System 61
Shaft-Transmission Alignment 44 Sump Box Cleaning 61
Shaft Log Packless Sealing System 44 Sump System Winterization 61
Marine Heads & Holding Tank 62
Vacuum Flush Head System 62
Macerator 62
Chapter 7: Deck Equipment Chapter 11: Electrical Systems
Cleats 63 24/12-Volt DC System 76
Windlass 63 Batteries 76
Battery Switches 76
Radar Wing 64
Emergency Battery Parallel Switch 77
Davit 64
Fuses & Circuit Breakers 77
Flexiteek Decking Care & Maintenance (If Equipped) 64 12-Volt DC Accessory Outlets 78
Stain Removal 64 Alternators 78
Canvas & Vinyl Tops & Enclosures (If Equipped) 65 Battery Equalizer 78
Canvas Care 66 Battery Charger 79
Clear Vinyl Care 67 Battery Inverter/Charger 79
120/240-Volt AC System 80
Chapter 8: Appliances & Entertainment Systems Shore Power 81
Refrigerator 68 Connecting to Shore Power 82
Range/Oven 68 Shore Power Cable Hoist 82
Coffeemaker 68 Inverter Power 82
Audio & Visual Equipment 69 Generator 83
Dockside Television & Telephone Inlet 69 Electrical Routings 85
24/12-Volt DC Deck Electrical Harnesses 85
Chapter 9: Lights 24/12-Volt DC Hull Electrical Harnesses 86
Care & Maintenance 70 24/12-Volt DC Radar Wing Harness 87
Interior & Exterior Lights 70 24/12-Volt DC Command Bridge Electrical Harness 87
Battery Systems: Batteries & Cables 88
Navigation Lights 70
Bonding Harnesses 89
Docking Lights 70
Spotlight 70
Important Records 90
Chapter 10: Air Conditioning & Heating
Float Plan 91
Air Conditioner (If Equipped) 71
Diesel Heat (If Equipped) 73
Hazard Boxes & Symbols
The hazard boxes and symbols shown below are used throughout this supplement to call attention to potentially dan-
gerous situations which could lead to either personal injury or product damage. Read all warnings carefully and fol-
low all safety instructions.
! DANGER!
This box alerts you to immediate hazards which WILL cause severe personal injury or death if
the warning is ignored.
! WARNING!
This box alerts you to hazards or unsafe practices which COULD result in severe personal
injury or death if the warning is ignored.
! CAUTION
This box alerts you to hazards or unsafe practices which COULD result in minor personal
injury or cause product or property damage if the warning is ignored.
NOTICE
This box calls attention to installation, operation or maintenance information, which is impor-
tant to proper operation but is not hazard related.
FIRE EXPLOSION NO OPEN ELECTRICAL HOT

HAZARD! HAZARD! FLAME! HAZARD! HAZARD!
FALLING ROTATING RUN BILGE BLOWERS

HAZARD! PROPELLER HAZARD! FOR 4 MINUTES!
CO POISONING
HAZARD!
580 Pilothouse • Owner’s Manual
Chapter 1: Welcome Aboard!

• This Owner’s Manual provides specific information about your yacht that is not covered in the Cruiser & Yacht
Owner’s Manual Supplement.
• The Cruiser & Yacht Owner’s Manual Supplement contains general information about safe operating practices,
general boating regulations, and general maintenance techniques. Information that is more specific to your
particular yacht is found in this Owner’s Manual.
• Before using your yacht, study this Owner’s Manual, the Cruiser & Yacht Owner’s Manual Supplement, and all
engine and accessory literature carefully. If similar instructions are found in more than one manual, always refer to
the specific manufacturer’s manual (such as the engine manual) for the most complete and accurate information.
• Keep this Owner’s Manual and the Cruiser & Yacht Owner’s Manual Supplement on your yacht in a secure, yet
readily available place.
Dimensions & Tank Capacities

Overall Length Bridge Draft Draft Fuel Freshwater Holding Tank
Length Rigged Clearance Beam (Hull) (Maximum) Capacity Capacity Capacity
59' 5" 59' 5" 19' 7" 17' 4" 3' 4" 4' 11" 800 Gallons 218 Gallons 74 Gallons
Dealer Service
• Your dealer is your key to service.
• Ask your dealer to explain all systems before taking delivery of your yacht.
• Contact your dealer if you have any questions or problems with your new yacht.
• If your dealer cannot help, call our customer service hotline: 360-403-2198 or send us a FAX: 360-403-1158.
• Buy replacement parts from any authorized Meridian dealer.
• You can access on-line parts catalogs, links to vendor websites, and other helpful features by logging on
to www.meridianyachtparts.com.
Warranty Information
• Meridian offers a Limited Warranty on each new Meridian purchased through an authorized Meridian dealer.
• A copy of the Limited Warranty was included in your owner’s packet.
• If you did not get a copy of the Limited Warranty, please contact your Meridian dealer or call 360-403-2198 for
a copy.
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Chapter 1: Welcome Aboard! 580 Pilothouse • Owner’s Manual
Boating Experience
! WARNING!
CONTROL HAZARD!
An experienced operator MUST be in control of your yacht at ALL times. Do NOT operate
your yacht while under the influence of alcohol or drugs.
If this is your first yacht or if you are changing to a type of yacht you are not familiar with, for your own comfort and
safety, get handling and operating experience before assuming command of your yacht.
Take one of the boating safety classes offered by the U.S. Power Squadrons or the U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary.
For more course information, including dates and locations of upcoming classes, contact the organizations directly:
• U.S. Power Squadrons: 1-888-FOR-USPS (1-888-367-8777) or on the Internet at: http://www.usps.org
• In Canada, for the CPS courses call 1-888-CPS-BOAT.
• U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary: 1-800-368-5647 or on the Internet at: http://www.cgaux.org
Outside the United States, your Meridian dealer, national sailing federation, or local boat club can advise you of local
sea schools or competent instructors.
Qualified Maintenance
! WARNING!
To maintain the safety of your yacht, allow ONLY trained personnel to work on, or change, in
any way, the:
• Steering system
• Propulsion system
• Engine control system
• Fuel system
• Environmental control system
• Electrical system
• Navigation system
• Failure to maintain your yacht’s systems (listed in the warning above) as designed could violate the laws in your
jurisdiction and could expose you and other people to the danger of bodily injury or accidental death.
• Follow the instructions in this Owner’s Manual, the Cruiser & Yacht Owner’s Manual Supplement, the engine
owner’s manual, and all accessory literature.
Structural Limitations
The command bridge is designed to be lightweight for proper yacht balance. The load limit for the command bridge
is 30 pounds per square foot, evenly distributed.
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580 Pilothouse • Owner’s Manual Chapter 1: Welcome Aboard!
Engine & Accessory Guidelines & Literature
NOTICE
BEFORE starting or working on your engine(s), read the engine manual.
NOTICE
BEFORE using the accessories on your yacht, read the accessory manuals.
NOTICE
BEFORE storing your yacht, refer to your engine and accessory manuals for storage/
winterization instructions.
NOTICE
Certain modifications to your yacht WILL result in cancellation of your warranty protection.
ALWAYS check with your dealer BEFORE making any modifications to your yacht.
• Your yacht’s engines and accessories were selected to provide optimum performance and service.
• Installing different engines or adding accessories may affect your yacht’s running trim.
• If you choose to install different engines or add accessories that may affect your yacht’s running trim, have a
trained marine technician do a safety inspection and handling test before using your yacht again.
• The engines and accessories on your yacht have their own manuals. Read these manuals before using the engines
and accessories.
Unless noted otherwise, all engine and accessory literature referred to in this Owner’s Manual is included in your
owner’s packet.
While the topics listed below may be included in this Owner’s Manual and in the Cruiser & Yacht Owner’s Manual
Supplement, always refer to the engine manual first for specific information on these important subjects:
• Engine Break-in Procedure • Fuel and Oil Recommendations
• Engine Starting and Stopping • Engine Maintenance
• Gear Shifting • Engine Storage/Winterization
Propellers
! CAUTION
ENGINE DAMAGE HAZARD!
The factory standard propellers may not be the best for your particular yacht and load condi-
tions. Refer to the engine manual for engine RPM ratings. The engines should reach, but NOT
exceed the full rated RPM when full-throttle is applied.
Immediately contact your local Meridian dealer if:
• The engines cannot reach the full rated RPM when full-throttle is applied, or;
• The engines exceed the full rated RPM when full-throttle is applied.
• Keep the propellers in good repair and at the correct pitch for your particular situation.
• A slightly bent or nicked propeller will adversely affect the performance of your yacht.
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Safety Standards
! DANGER!
FALLING and ROTATING PROPELLER HAZARD!
• NEVER allow anyone to ride on parts of your yacht NOT designed for
such use.
• Sitting on seat backs, lounging on the forward deck, bow riding, gun-
wale riding or occupying the transom platform while underway is especially hazardous and
WILL cause personal injury or death.
! DANGER!
FALLING, ROTATING PROPELLER and CARBON
MONOXIDE POISONING HAZARD!
• NEVER allow anyone to occupy, or hang from, the
back deck or swim platform while the engines
are running.
• Teak surfing, dragging, or water skiing within 20 feet
of a moving watercraft can be fatal.
! DANGER!
DANGER
PERSONAL SAFETY HAZARD!
• ALWAYS secure the anchor and other loose objects BEFORE getting underway.
• The anchor and other items that are NOT properly secured can come loose when your yacht
is moving and cause personal injury or death.
! WARNING!
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.
Examples Include:
• Engine and generator exhaust
• Engine and generator fuel, and other liquids such as coolants and oil, especially used
motor oil
• Cooking fuels
• Cleaners, paints, and substances used for vessel repair
• Waste materials that result from wear of vessel components
• Lead from battery terminals and from other sources such as ballast or fishing sinkers
To Avoid Harm:
• Keep away from engine, generator, and cooking fuel exhaust fumes.
• Wash exposed skin thoroughly with soap and water after handling the substances above.
• Your yacht’s mechanical and electrical systems were designed to meet safety standards in effect at the time it
was built.
• Some of these standards were mandated by law, and all of them were designed to insure your safety and the safety
of other people, vessels and property.
Read this Owner’s Manual, the Cruiser & Yacht Owner’s Manual Supplement, and all accessory instructions for
important safety standards and hazard information.
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Special Care for Moored Yachts

• Whether moored in saltwater or freshwater, your yacht will collect marine growth on its hull bottom.
• This will detract from your yacht’s beauty, greatly affect its performance, and may damage the gel coat.
• There are two ways to slow marine growth:
1. Periodically haul your yacht out of the water and scrub the hull bottom with a bristle brush and a solution of soap
and water.
2. Occasionally reapply the anti-fouling paint on your hull bottom. How often your hull needs new anti-fouling
paint depends on many factors. Ask your selling dealer or local marina for advice.
Sacrificial Anodes (Zincs)
NOTICE
• Do NOT paint between the zinc and the metal surface it contacts and do NOT paint over
the zincs.
• If the zincs are not bonded correctly, they will NOT provide protection.
Your yacht features sacrificial anodes (zincs) to protect

underwater metal parts from excessive deterioration. Check
the zincs regularly and replace them if they have deterio-
rated more than 70%.
There are many factors that affect the rate at which the zincs
deteriorate, including:
• Water temperature
• Salinity
• Water pollution
• Stray electrical current NEW SACRIFICIAL ANODE
Stray electrical current from your yacht, another boat, or the

dock may cause complete deterioration of the zincs in just a
few weeks. If there is rapid zinc deterioration, measure the
electrolytic corrosion around your yacht with a corrosion
test meter.
DETERIORATED SACRIFICIAL ANODE
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Yacht Lifting
! WARNING!
PERSONAL INJURY and/or PRODUCT or PROPERTY DAMAGE HAZARD!
• Lifting slings can slip on the hull, which could cause serious injury or death.
• Reduce the risk of sling slippage by ALWAYS securing the lifting slings together
BEFORE lifting.
! WARNING!
NEVER lift your yacht using the cleats.
! WARNING!
• Water in the bilge can shift and change the balance of the load.
• If water is present in the bilge, pump the water out of the bilge areas BEFORE lifting
your yacht.
! CAUTION
PRODUCT or PROPERTY DAMAGE HAZARD!
• When lifting any boat, ALWAYS use a spreader bar.
• The spreader bar MUST be equal to the width of the boat at each lifting point.
• Make sure your yacht remains level during lifting. Engines can be damaged by water inges-
tion if the stern is lifted higher than the bow.
• Always follow the lift equipment’s instructions and requirements.

• When lifting your yacht, always position the lifting slings at the port and starboard lifting sling label positions, as
shown in the illustration.
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Carbon Monoxide (CO)
! DANGER!
• Carbon monoxide gas (CO) is colorless, odorless, tasteless, and extremely
dangerous.
• ALL engines, generators, and fuel burning appliances produce CO as
exhaust.
• Prolonged exposure to low concentrations or very quick exposure to high
concentrations WILL cause BRAIN DAMAGE or DEATH.
• Teak surfing, dragging, or water skiing within 20 feet of a moving water-
craft can be fatal.
CO Facts
• CO poisoning causes a significant number of boating deaths each year.
• Called the "silent killer", CO is an extremely toxic, colorless, odorless and tasteless gas.
• CO can harm or even kill you inside or outside your yacht.
• CO can affect you whether you’re underway, moored, or anchored.
• CO symptoms are similar to seasickness or alcohol intoxication.
• CO can make you sick in seconds. In high enough concentrations, even a few breaths can be fatal.
• Breathing CO blocks the ability of your blood to carry oxygen.
• The effects are cumulative. Even low levels of exposure can result in injury or death.
Factors that Increase the Effects of CO Poisoning

• Age
• Smokers or people exposed to high concentrations of cigarette smoke
• Consumption of alcohol
• Lung disorders
• Heart problems
• Pregnancy
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Where & How CO Can Accumulate

Stationary conditions that increase CO accumulations include:
A. Using engine,
generator, or
other fuel
burning device
when yacht is
moored in a
confined
space. B. Mooring too close to another boat that is using its
engine, generator, or other fuel burning device.
To correct stationary situations A and/or B:

• Close all windows, portlights and hatches.
• If possible, move your yacht away from source of CO.
Running conditions that increase CO accumulations include:
D. Running yacht without through ventilation

C. Running yacht with trim angle of bow too high. (station wagon effect).
To correct running situations C and/or D:

• Trim bow down.
• Open windows and canvas.
• When possible, run yacht so that prevailing winds help dissipate exhaust.
How to Protect Yourself & Others From CO

• Know where and how CO may accumulate in and around your yacht (see above).
• Always maintain fresh air circulation throughout your yacht.
• Know where your engine and generator exhaust outlets are located and keep everyone away from these areas.
• Never sit on, or hang onto, the back deck or swim platform while the engines or generator are running.
• Never enter the areas under swim platforms where exhaust outlets are located.
• Although CO can be present without the smell of exhaust fumes, if exhaust fumes are detected on your yacht, take
immediate action to dissipate these fumes.
• Treat symptoms of seasickness as possible CO poisoning. Get the person into fresh air immediately. Seek medical
attention—unless you’re sure it’s not CO.
• Install and maintain CO monitors inside your yacht. NEVER ignore any alarm. Replace monitors as recom-
mended by the monitor manufacturer.
• Follow the checklists provided on the next page.
• Get a Vessel Safety Check.
For information about free VESSEL SAFETY CHECKS, visit www.vesselsafetycheck.org or contact your local U.S.
Coast Guard Auxiliary or United States Power Squadrons®.
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CO Checklists
Trip Checklist
❏ Educate all passengers about the symptoms of CO poisoning and where CO may accumulate.
❏ When docked, or rafted with another boat, be aware of exhaust emissions from the other boats.
❏ Make sure you know where the exhaust outlets are located on your yacht.
❏ Confirm that water flows from the exhaust outlets when the engines and generator are started.
❏ Listen for any change in exhaust sound, which could mean an exhaust component failure.
❏ Test the operation of each CO monitor by pressing the test button.
Monthly Checklist
❏ Make sure all exhaust clamps are in place and secure.
❏ Look for exhaust leaking from exhaust system components. Signs include rust and/or black streaking, water
leaks, or corroded or cracked fittings.
❏ Inspect rubber exhaust hoses for burned, cracked, or deteriorated sections. All rubber hoses should be pliable and
free of kinks.
Annual Checklist
Have a Trained Marine Technician:
❏ Replace exhaust hoses if cracking, charring, or deterioration is found.
❏ Ensure that your engines and generators are properly tuned, and well maintained.
❏ Inspect each water pump impeller and the water pump housing. Replace if worn. Make sure cooling systems are
in working condition.
❏ Inspect all metallic exhaust components for cracking, rusting, leaking, or loosening. Make sure they check the
cylinder head gasket, exhaust manifold, water injection elbow, and the threaded adapter nipple between the
manifold and the elbow.
❏ Clean, inspect, and confirm proper operation of the generator cooling water anti-siphon valve (if equipped).
More Information
For more information about preventing carbon monoxide poisoning on recreational boats and other boating safety
tips, contact:
United States Coast Guard National Marine Manufacturers American Boat & Yacht Council, Inc.
Office of Boating Safety (G-OPB-3) Association (NMMA) (ABYC)
2100 Second Street SW 200 East Randolph Drive 613 Third Street
Washington, DC 20593 Suite 5100 Suite 10
www.uscgboating.org Chicago, IL 60601-9301 Annapolis, MD 21403
1-800-368-5647 www.nmma.org www.abycinc.org
312-946-6200 410-990-4460
For information about free VESSEL SAFETY CHECKS, visit www.vesselsafetycheck.org or contact your local U.S.
Coast Guard Auxiliary or United States Power Squadrons®.
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Chapter 2: Locations
Exterior Views
Hull Views
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580 Pilothouse • Owner’s Manual Chapter 2: Locations
Forward Deck View
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Chapter 2: Locations 580 Pilothouse • Owner’s Manual
Aft Deck View
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Command Bridge Helm Station
NOTE: TYPICAL HELM LAYOUTS SHOWN. ACTUAL LAYOUTS MAY

VARY DEPENDING ON ENGINE AND ACCESSORY OPTIONS.
HORN BILGE PUMPS LIGHTS ACCESSORY WINDLASS ACCESSORY TRIM TABS
ALARM
TACHOMETERS & SWITCH

HOURMETERS PANEL
PORT ENGINE FUEL, VOLT, STARBOARD ENGINE FUEL, VOLT,
OIL & TEMPERATURE OIL & TEMPERATURE
COMPASS
DEPTH
FINDER
SHIFT/
THROTTLE
RADAR SPOTLIGHT
CONTROL
AUTOPILOT
CONTROL
THRUSTER
CONTROL
STEREO
FIRE SUPPRESSION VHF VHF RADIO SYSTEMS MONITOR

DISPLAY SPEAKER
IGNITION PANEL
IGNITION BLOWER ACCESSORIES
12-VOLT DC OUTLET
BATTERY PARALLEL
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Pilothouse Helm Station

NOTE: TYPICAL HELM LAYOUTS SHOWN. ACTUAL LAYOUTS MAY
VARY DEPENDING ON ENGINE AND ACCESSORY OPTIONS.
NOTE: PILOTHOUSE SWITCH

PANEL LOCATED ON CEILING PILOTHOUSE SWITCH PANEL
PAD ABOVE DASH AREA.
ALARM HORN LIGHTS ACCESSORIES BILGE PUMPS WIPERS DEFROSTER

WASHER BLOWERS
AUTOPILOT PORT ENGINE FUEL, VOLT, TACHOMETERS & STARBOARD ENGINE FUEL, VOLT,
DEPTH FINDER CONTROL OIL & TEMPERATURE HOURMETERS OIL & TEMPERATURE
SYSTEMS
RADAR COMPASS MONITOR
SPOTLIGHT SHIFT/THROTTLE TRIM TABS THRUSTER VHF VHF

CONTROL CONTROL RADIO SPEAKER
IGNITION PANEL VIDEO MONITOR DEPTH FINDER

(IF EQUIPPED) SWITCH
IGNITION
FIRE SUPPRESSION
DISPLAY
CAMERA FUEL BATTERY

(IF EQUIPPED) TRANSFER PARALLEL
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Component Locations
12-Volt DC Accessory Outlets (2 total):
• One is located on the ignition switch panel at the COMMAND BRIDGE HELM
command bridge helm.
IGNITION SWITCH PANEL
12-VOLT DC OUTLET
• One is located aft of

PILOTHOUSE HELM
the spotlight control 12-VOLT DC
panel at the pilot- OUTLET
house helm.
SPOTLIGHT
SPOTLIGHT CONTROL PANEL CONTROL PANEL
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24-Volt DC Circuit Breakers: BATTERY SWITCH PANEL

• The 24-volt DC main circuit breakers and standby-load
push-to-reset circuit breakers are located on the battery
switch panel.
• The battery switch panel is located in the engine room. 24-VOLT DC STANDBY-
LOAD PUSH-TO-RESET
CIRCUIT BREAKERS
NOTE: On your yacht, the davit circuit breaker may have
been moved to the 24-volt DC master panel. The circuit
breaker on the battery switch panel marked ‘davit’ would then
be a spare circuit breaker.
24-VOLT DC MAIN
CIRCUIT BREAKERS
120/240-Volt AC Master
Panel: Located in the AC
electrical cabinet on the star-
board side of the pilothouse.
24/12-Volt DC Master
Panels: Located in the
DC electrical cabinet on
the upper port wall of the
pilothouse staircase.
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Air Conditioner Seawater

Intake Seacock (If Equipped):
Located in the forward bilge
area of the engine room.
Air Conditioners (If Equipped) (5 total):

• One is located inside the forward bunk
hatch in the forward stateroom.
• One is located inside the port aft end table in the salon.
SALON END TABLE
NOTE: CARPET SHOWN

WITH PLASTIC COVERING
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• One is located under the dinette’s forward seat cushion.
• One is located behind the master stateroom

entertainment center.
• Access through the back wall panel inside
the lower cabinet.
• One is located under the pilothouse helm.

• Access through the hatch on the port side PILOTHOUSE HELM
of the helm.
ACCESS HATCH
HATCH VENT
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Batteries:
• All batteries are located on the
starboard side in the lazarette.
• Access through the starboard
floor hatch in the cockpit.
Battery Charger: Located on the aft wall of the

engine room. BATTERY BATTERY BATTERY BATTERY
SWITCH PANEL EQUALIZER INVERTER CHARGER
Battery Equalizer: Located on the aft wall of the

engine room.
Battery Inverter: Located on the aft wall of the

engine room.
Battery Switch Panel (Battery Switches): Located

on the aft wall of the engine room.
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Bilge Pumps (5 total):

• One is located in the aft
bilge area of the lazarette.
AFT
AUTOFLOAT BILGE PUMP

SWITCH
GENERATOR
• One is located at the aft end of

the engine room bilge.
BATTERY
SWITCH PANEL
BILGE PUMP
AUTOFLOAT
SWITCH
• Two are located at the forward end of the

engine room bilge.
• Access the second pump and autofloat AUTOFLOAT
SWITCH
switch by lifting the floor plate.
BILGE PUMP
FLOOR PLATE
BILGE PUMP &

AUTOFLOAT SWITCH
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• One is located in the bilge under the

aft floor hatch in the hallway.
STAIRS TO PILOTHOUSE
BILGE PUMP
AFT
AUTOFLOAT SWITCH
NOTE: CARPET SHOWN

City Water Inlet: Located on the starboard

aft deck above the transom platform step.
CITY WATER
INLET
Davit Hydraulic Pump:

• Located on the port
side of the lazarette.
• Access through the PORT FLOOR HATCH
port floor hatch in
the cockpit.
DAVIT HYDRAULIC PUMP
AFT
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Depth Finder Transducers (2 total): Located at the

forward end of the engine room bilge.
Engine Cooling System Sea-

water Intake Seacocks
(2 total): Located in the
engine room bilge, at the aft
inboard corner of each engine.
Engine Room: Access the engine room by

lifting the command bridge stairs.
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Freshwater Fill Deck Fitting: Located aft of the pilothouse

door on the starboard deck trail.
NOTE: The port and starboard freshwater tanks are con-
nected and both will fill when using this fitting.
Freshwater Pumps (2 total): Located

on a small shelf on the forward wall of
the engine room.
FRESHWATER PUMPS
Freshwater Pump
24-VOLT DC MASTER PANEL
Switch: Located on the
24-volt DC master panel
inside the DC electrical
cabinet on the port wall of
the pilothouse staircase.
FRESHWATER PUMP SWITCH
DC ELECTRICAL CABINET
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Freshwater Tanks (2 total):

• Access the starboard freshwater
tank fittings by pulling out the
cabinet on the aft wall of the
master stateroom head.
HEAD CABINET
NOTE: Remove the cabinet by
unscrewing the four phillips head
screws located next to each door
hinge inside the cabinet.
PORT DOOR
SCREW (TYPICAL)
TOP PORT HINGE (TYPICAL)
AFT
• Access the port freshwater tank fit-

tings by pulling out the starboard
bottom drawer of the aft dresser in
the master stateroom.
AFT
FLOOR UNDERNEATH DRESSER
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Freshwater Washdown Faucets (2 total):

• One is located in the anchor locker storage hatch
on the starboard side of the forward deck.
• One is located inside the port storage

hatch in the cockpit.
AFT FRESHWATER
WASHDOWN FAUCET
Fuel Fill Deck Fittings (2 total):

Located on the port and starboard aft
deck trails.
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Fuel Shut-off Valves (3 total): Located

on a panel at the aft inboard end of each
fuel tank in the engine room.
Fuel Tanks (2 total): Located on each

side of the engine room.
Fuel Transfer Pump: Located on the ceiling

aft of the port engine in the engine room.
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Fuse Blocks (3 total):

• One is located behind
the pilothouse helm.
• Access through the
hatch on the star-
board side of the
pilothouse helm.
ACCESS HATCH FUSE BLOCK
• Two are located behind the COMMAND BRIDGE HELM

• Access by removing the port
helm panel.
FUSE BLOCKS PANEL
Generator: Located in the lazarette.
Generator Seawater Intake Sea-

cock: Located aft of the generator
muffler in the lazarette.
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Holding Tank: Located under the forward floor hatch in

the hallway.
Holding Tank Monitor:

Located in the DC electri- HOLDING TANK MONITOR
cal cabinet on the port
wall of the pilothouse
staircase.
Holding Tank Pump-out Deck Fitting (marked

WASTE): Located forward of the pilothouse door, on
the starboard deck trail.
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Hydraulic Steering Fluid COMMAND BRIDGE HELM

Reservalve:
• Located behind the
• Access by removing the
port helm panel.
HYDRAULIC FLUID PANEL

RESERVALVE
Lazarette: Access the lazarette

through the cockpit floor hatches.
Macerator Switch Panel: MACERATOR SWITCH PANEL

Located inside the DC electrical
cabinet on the port wall of the
pilothouse staircase.
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Macerator Underwater Discharge Seacock:

• Located under the hallway step. NOTE: CARPET SHOWN
• Access by first removing the forward floor WITH PLASTIC COVERING
hatch in the hallway, and then lift and remove GUEST HEAD ENTRY DOOR
the hallway step.
HOLDING TANK
FORWARD
UNDERWATER DISCHARGE
SEACOCK
STAIRS TO PILOTHOUSE
Marine Head (Vacuum Flush) Pumps

(2 total): Both units are located under
the aft floor hatch in the hallway. STAIRS TO PILOTHOUSE
VACUUM PUMPS
AFT
NOTE: CARPET SHOWN

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Oil Change System Shut-off Valves (5 total):

• Two of the engine oil
change shut-off valves
are located along the
inboard side of each
engine.
PORT STARBOARD
ENGINE ENGINE
SHUT-OFF VALVES
• Two of the engine oil change

shut-off valves are located at the
aft inboard end of each engine.
PORT ENGINE SHUT-OFF

VALVES
STARBOARD ENGINE
• The generator oil change shut-off valve is located on

the starboard side of the generator.
FORWARD
GENERATOR SHUT-OFF VALVE
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Seawater Washdown Faucets (2 total):

• One is located in the anchor locker storage
hatch on the starboard side of the forward deck.
• One is located inside the port stor-

age hatch in the cockpit.
AFT SEAWATER
WASHDOWN FAUCET
Seawater Washdown Intake Seacock: Located under the

aft floor hatch in the hallway.
Seawater Washdown Pump: Located under the aft floor

hatch in the hallway.
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Seawater Washdown
Pump Switch: Located 24-VOLT DC MASTER PANEL
on the 24-volt DC mas-

ter panel inside the DC
electrical cabinet on the
port wall of the pilot-
house staircase.
SEAWATER WASHDOWN
PUMP SWITCH
Spotlight: Located on the forward area of the command bridge.
Spotlight Control Panels (2 total): One

COMMAND BRIDGE HELM
is located at each helm.
SPOTLIGHT
CONTROL PANELS
PILOTHOUSE HELM
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Sump Boxes and Pumps (2 of each):

• Access the aft sump
box and pump by HEAD CABINET
removing the cabinet
on the aft wall of the
master stateroom head.
NOTE: Remove the cabi-
net by unscrewing the
four phillips head screws
located next to each door PORT DOOR
SCREW (TYPICAL)
TOP PORT HINGE

(TYPICAL)
AFT
• Access the forward

sump box and pump NOTE: CARPET SHOWN
by removing the
forward floor hatch GUEST HEAD
ENTRY DOOR
in the hallway, then
lift the hallway step.
FORWARD
SUMP BOX
AND PUMP
PORT
STAIRS TO
PILOTHOUSE
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Thruster Oil Reservoirs (2 total):

• The bow thruster oil reservoir is located
under the floor hatch in the forward
stateroom.
FLOOR HATCH OIL RESERVOIR
BUNK FLOOR GUEST NOTE: CARPET SHOWN

DRAWERS HATCH HEAD DOOR WITH PLASTIC COVERING
• The stern thruster oil reservoir is located above the

bilge pump in the lazarette.
OIL RESERVOIR
BILGE PUMP
Transom Shower: Located on the starboard aft deck

above the transom platform step.
TRANSOM SHOWER
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Trim Tab Hydraulic Fluid

Reservoir and Pump:
Located on the shelf aft of the
generator seawater strainer in
the lazarette.
TRIM TAB HYDRAULIC

FLUID RESERVOIR
& PUMP
AFT
GENERATOR SEA-
WATER STRAINER
Wall Vacuum Unit: Located under the

aft lounge seat cushion on the starboard
side of the salon.
Water Heater: Access HEAD CABINET

the water heater by
removing the cabinet on
the aft wall of the master
stateroom head.
NOTE: Remove the cabi-
net by unscrewing the
four phillips head screws PORT DOOR
located next to each door
SCREW (TYPICAL)
TOP PORT HINGE

(TYPICAL)
AFT
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Windshield Washer Fluid Res-

ervoir: Located under the port
forward lounge seat cushion in
the pilothouse.
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Chapter 3: Propulsion & Related Systems
Engines
NOTICE
Read the engine manual BEFORE starting or working on your engines.
While the topics listed below may be included in this Owner’s Manual and in the Cruiser & Yacht Owner’s Manual
Supplement, always refer to the engine manual first for specific information on these important subjects:
• Engine Break-in Procedure • Fuel and Oil Recommendations
• Engine Starting and Stopping • Engine Maintenance
• Gear Shifting • Engine Storage/Winterization
Engine Cooling System
! WARNING!
FLOODING and SWAMPING HAZARD!
• Close the seacock(s) when leaving your yacht unattended for any length of time.
• If a seacock is left open, a hose failure could flood the bilge, swamp the batteries and the
engines, and even sink your yacht.
! CAUTION
SYSTEM DAMAGE HAZARD!
• Open the engine cooling system seacocks BEFORE starting the engines.
• Keep the engine cooling system seacocks Open while the engines are running.
Refer to the engine operation manual

for cooling system details.
• Open the seawater intake seacock
for each engine before starting
the engines.
• Keep the seacocks Open while
the engines are running.
• Check the cooling system’s sea-
water strainers for leaks and
debris every time you use
your yacht.
• See the Seawater Systems section
in Chapter 6 of this Owner’s
Manual for instructions about
cleaning the seawater strainers.
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580 Pilothouse • Owner’s Manual Chapter 3: Propulsion & Related Systems
Exhaust System
! DANGER!
CARBON MONOXIDE POISONING HAZARD!
Leaking engine and/or generator exhaust is a source of dangerous carbon
monoxide gas (CO).
• Check ALL exhaust systems BEFORE each trip.
• Look for leaks in the exhaust systems of the engines and the generator.
• Look for discoloration, water leaks, carbon or stains around ALL joints.
• Make sure ALL of the exhaust clamps are in place and secured.
• Make sure the ventilation systems work and are NOT obstructed or restricted.
• To reduce the chance of CO entering the living spaces, fill any gaps around engine room
plumbing, cableways, exhaust systems, doors, hatches, and access panels.
• Read the Carbon Monoxide (CO) section in Chapter 1 of this Owner’s Manual.
• Always consider the sea

conditions before
anchoring or shutting Off
the engines.
• The exhaust system is
designed to keep seawa-
ter out of the engines in
most sea conditions.
• However, do not anchor
the stern to sea or shut
the engines Off if high
seas might flood the
exhaust system.
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Bilge Blower Systems
! WARNING!
FIRE and EXPLOSION HAZARD!
Fuel vapors can explode! BEFORE starting the engines:
1. Check the bilge areas for fuel vapors or leaking fuel. If you see leaking fuel or smell
fuel vapors:
a. Do NOT start the engines or generator, do NOT turn On any electrical devices, put out
ALL cigarettes, cigars, and other sources of flame or ignition.
b. Get everyone off your yacht.
c. Get trained help to find and fix the problem.
2. Run the bilge blowers for at least four minutes BEFORE engine starting, generator starting,
electrical system work, or turning on electrical devices.
• If you smell fuel vapors and the engines and/or generator are already running;
a. Shut Off the engines and/or generator, and turn Off ALL electrical devices.
b. Put out ALL cigarettes, cigars, and other sources of flame or ignition.
• NEVER obstruct or change the bilge blower system.
• The bilge blowers remove explosive

fumes from the engine room and laza-
rette bilge areas.
• Fresh air is drawn into these compart-
ments through the vents.
To make sure the bilge areas are

properly ventilated:
• Always run the bilge blowers for at
least four minutes before starting the
engines or the generator.
• Use the "sniff test" to check the bilge
areas for fuel vapors before starting
the engines or the generator.
• Continue to run the blowers until your
yacht has reached cruising speed.
• Always run the blowers when operat-
ing your yacht below cruising speed.
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Fuel System
! WARNING!
FIRE, EXPLOSION and OPEN FLAME HAZARD!
• It is very important that the fuel system be inspected thoroughly the first time it is filled and
at each subsequent filling.
• Read the fueling instructions in the engine operation manual and the Cruiser & Yacht
Owner’s Manual Supplement.
! CAUTION
Avoid the storage or handling of gear near the fuel lines, fittings and tank.
NOTICE
• Air in the diesel supply system can stop an engine or severely restrict performance.
• If you suspect air in the fuel lines, refer to your engine operation manual for detailed
instructions on how to bleed the system.
NOTICE
Carefully read the fuel section of both the Cruiser & Yacht Owner’s Manual Supplement and the
engine operation manual, paying special attention to the subject of fuel recommendations.
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Fuel Fills & Vents

• The fuel fill deck fittings are marked DIESEL.
• If you have problems filling either fuel tank, see if the fuel fill hose or fuel tank vent hose is kinked or collapsed.
• If there are no visible signs of a problem, contact your local dealer.
Fuel Filter/Water Separators
NOTICE
Refer to the fuel filter/water separator manual for important service instructions.
Fuel Transfer Pump
! CAUTION
ENVIRONMENTAL HAZARD!
• NEVER transfer fuel into a full (or nearly full) fuel tank.
• Fuel transferred into a full tank may spill overboard through the tank venting system.
The fuel transfer pump allows you to move fuel

from one tank to another. Reasons for using the fuel PILOTHOUSE HELM
transfer pump:
• To move fuel into an empty tank.
• To balance the fuel levels between each tank.
1. The house battery switch must be turned On for
the fuel transfer pump to run.
2. Before transferring fuel, check the fuel gauges
to make sure that fuel is not about to be trans-
ferred into a full (or nearly full) tank. For accu-
racy, check the fuel gauges when your yacht is
not underway.
3. After checking the fuel levels, hold the fuel
transfer switch On to the side you want to pump
fuel to. IGNITION SWITCH PANEL
NOTE: This switch must be held On throughout
the entire fuel transfer process.
• If the fuel transfer pump does not run when you
follow the steps above, check the pump’s breaker
on the 24-volt DC master panel (for the location
of this panel, see the Component Locations sec-
tion in Chapter 2 of this Owner’s Manual).
• If the pump is running, but you are having prob-
lems transferring fuel, see if the fuel transfer
hose or fuel tank vent hose is kinked or col-
lapsed. If there are no visible signs of a problem,
contact your local dealer.
FUEL TRANSFER SWITCH
4. When the desired amount of fuel has been trans-
ferred, release the switch.
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Oil Change System

• The oil change system makes it eas-
ier to drain and refill the engine and
generator oil.
• Read the oil change system instruc-
tions for information on the use of
this system.
Fire Suppression Systems

• The fire suppression systems are
designed to extinguish engine
room and/or lazarette fires.
• Before using your yacht for the
first time, read the fire suppres-
sion systems’ instruction and
maintenance manual and follow
all warnings.
• The systems will discharge auto-
matically whenever direct heat
from a fire is detected in the
engine room and/or lazarette.
NOTE: The systems can dis-
charge separately.
• The systems can only be dis-
charged once.
• After a system is discharged it
must be refilled and refurbished
before it can be used again.
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Shaft-Transmission Alignment
! CAUTION
• If you suspect a shaft-transmission alignment problem, have a trained mechanic inspect the
alignment as soon as possible.
• Continued use may lead to premature engine, transmission, shaft, shaft seal and/or
hull damage!
Alignment between the engine transmis-

sion output shaft and the propeller is criti-
cal. The alignment was done at the factory
and was rechecked by the dealer after your
yacht had been in the water for 48 hours.
• Have a marine mechanic inspect the
alignment after the first 30 hours of
operation. From then on, have the align-
ment rechecked after every 60 hours of
operation. At any time, if unusual noise
or vibration is noticed, have the align-
ment inspected immediately.
• Shaft-transmission alignment should be
done by a marine mechanic since it
requires moving the engine and
prop shaft.
• To insure proper alignment after a haul
out or dry storage, wait 48 hours after
launching before final alignment
adjustments by a marine mechanic
are made.
Shaft Log Packless Sealing

System
Read the PSS Shaft Seal Installation
Instructions for maintenance and
inspection details.
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Chapter 4: Controls & Gauges
Steering
Hydraulic Steering System
• Your yacht features a hydraulic steering system.
• Check the fluid level and pressure in the hydraulic steering reservalve every time you use your yacht.
• Yacht steering is not self-centering.
Rudder Stuffing Gland

• The rudder stuffing gland is part of the assembly where the
rudders emerge from the bottom of your yacht.
• The rudder stuffing gland should not leak any water.
• If a leak develops, it can usually be stopped by tightening the
stuffing gland nuts slightly.
• Do not over tighten the stuffing gland nuts.
• If stuffing gland leakage becomes excessive, packing
replacement can be done as follows:
1. Remove your yacht from the water.
2. Loosen the stuffing gland nuts and back the stuffing gland
from the sleeve.
3. Remove the old packing.
4. Wrap new packing around the shaft.
5. Cut the rings with a razor blade at an angle approximately
30 degrees to the long axis of the shaft.
6. Stagger the ends of each ring around the shaft and insure
that the rings are at the bottom in the sleeve.
7. Tighten the stuffing gland nuts until resistance is felt.
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Autopilot
! WARNING!
• NEVER leave the helm while the autopilot system is On!
• An experienced operator MUST monitor the autopilot system at ALL times and keep a
visual lookout for other marine traffic and other hazards.
NOTICE
Τhe autopilot system is ONLY an aid to navigation. It's accuracy can be affected by:
• Equipment failure or defects
• Environmental conditions
• Improper handling or use
• Before using the autopilot system, read the autopilot instruction manual(s).
• The autopilot will aid you in maintaining the chosen course of your yacht.
• To use the autopilot system, all of the following must be switched On (in this order): the 12-volt battery switch on
the battery switch panel, the 12-volt master breaker and the autopilot breaker on the 12-volt supplemental panel,
and then turn on the autopilot.
Shift/Throttle Controls
! WARNING!
LOSS OF CONTROL HAZARD!
Improper maintenance of shift/throttle hardware may cause a sudden loss of control!
• Your yacht will have either mechanical or electronic shift/throttle controls. The operation of these two types of
controls varies. Make sure you know which type of controls your yacht has.
• Read all of the information about the shift/throttle controls in the shift/throttle controls’ manual, the engine opera-
tion manual, and the Cruiser & Yacht Owner’s Manual Supplement.
Engine Synchronization (If Equipped)

Follow the instructions in the synchronization section of the shift/throttle controls’ manual.
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Trim Tabs
TRIM TAB
• Before using the trim SWITCHES
tabs, read the trim COMMAND BRIDGE HELM PILOTHOUSE HELM

tabs’ owner’s manual.
• The trim tabs are con-
trolled by two rocker
switches at the helm.
• Check and refill the
trim tab hydraulic
fluid reservoir as
directed in the trim
tabs’ owner’s manual.
• For the location of the
fluid reservoir, see the TRANSOM VIEW
Component Locations
section in Chapter 2 of
this Owner’s Manual.
TRANSOM
TRIM TAB
(TYPICAL)
Dual Thruster
System COMMAND BRIDGE HELM PILOTHOUSE HELM
• This system features

bow and stern thrusters
that can help you
maneuver your yacht
during docking.
• The thrusters can be
controlled from either
helm.
• Read the thruster’s
user manual before
using the thruster sys-
tem for the first time.
• Follow all user precau-
tions carefully. CONTROL MODULE
STERN BOW
THRUSTER THRUSTER
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Gauges
Cleaning the Gauges
! CAUTION
• Use ONLY mild soap and water to clean the gauge lenses and bezels.
• Use of other cleaners, including common window cleaning solutions, may cause the lenses
to crack.
• Lenses cracked in this manner will NOT be covered by our warranty.
Gauge Fogging
• Moisture may occasionally find its way into the gauges causing lens fogging.
• Turning On the gauge lights will help dry the lenses.
• Fogging will not harm the gauges.
Radio Transmission Interference

VHF or other radio transmissions may cause brief erratic readings on the tachometers. This will not damage these
gauges or affect their accuracy when the radio is not transmitting.
Twin Engine Readings

It is normal for tachometers and other gauges to have slightly different readings between engines.
Fuel Gauges
It is normal for the pointers on your fuel gauges to bounce as fuel sloshes back and forth in the fuel tanks.
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Chapter 5: Navigation & Communication Equipment

Read the manuals for all navigation & communication equipment before using these systems.
Compass
NOTICE
• Compass accuracy can be affected by many factors.
• Have a trained technician calibrate your compass.
• Make sure the technician gives you a deviation card which shows the corrections to apply in
navigational calculations.
• Keep a copy of the deviation card at each helm.
Depth Finder
! WARNING!
• Do NOT use the depth finder as a navigational aid to prevent collision, grounding, yacht
damage or personal injury.
• When your yacht is moving, submerged objects will NOT be seen until they are already
under your yacht.
• Bottom depths may change too quickly to allow time for your yacht to react.
• If you suspect shallow water or submerged objects, run your yacht at very slow speeds.
VHF Radio
• Your yacht may include a VHF (Very High Frequency) radio.
• As permitted by the FCC (Federal Communications Commission), the VHF radio can be used to access weather
reports, summon assistance, or contact other vessels.
• Contact the FCC for licensing, rules and regulations concerning VHF radio usage.
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Radar
! WARNING!
• Radar is meant to help the navigator, NOT replace him/her.
• The operator is responsible for keeping a visual look-out for possible collision situations.
• No single navigation aid (including this radar) should be relied upon as the only method for
navigating your yacht.
NOTICE
Τhe radar system is ONLY an aid to navigation. It's accuracy can be affected by:
• Before using the radar system, read the radar system instruction manual(s).
• The marine radar system gives you a complete and accurate 360° radar view of other vessels, buoys, and landfall
surrounding your vessel.
• To use this system, all of the following must be switched On (in this order): the 12-volt battery switch on the bat-
tery switch panel, the 12-volt master breaker and the bridge and/or pilothouse electronics breaker on the
12-volt DC supplemental panel, and then turn on the radar/GPS chart plotter.
Global Positioning System (GPS)
! WARNING!
• The GPS system should NOT be relied upon as the ONLY aid to navigation.
• An experienced operator MUST monitor the GPS system at ALL times and keep a look-out
for other marine traffic and possible collision situations.
NOTICE
Τhe GPS system is only an aid to navigation. It's accuracy can be affected by:
• Before using the GPS system, read the GPS system instruction manual(s).
• GPS receivers provide reliable and accurate position data, anywhere in the world.
• To use this system, all of the following must be switched On (in this order): the 12-volt battery switch on the bat-
tery switch panel, the 12-volt master breaker and the bridge and/or pilothouse electronics breaker on the
12-volt DC supplemental panel, and then turn on the GPS chart plotter.
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Chapter 6: Plumbing
Bilge Pumps
NOTICE
Discharge of oil, oil waste or fuel into navigable waters is prohibited by law. Violators are sub-
ject to legal action by the local authorities.
• Your yacht has sev-

eral bilge pumps for
pumping water out
of the bilge.
• The autofloat
switches, mounted
next to the bilge
pumps, will turn On
the bilge pumps if
bilge water rises
above a preset level.
• You can also turn
On the bilge pumps
using the switches
at the helm.
• The bilge pumps are
wired directly to the
batteries. Unless the
batteries are dead,
the bilge pump sys-
tem should work
even when your
yacht is unattended.
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Bilge Pump Testing

• The bilge pumps are vital to the safety of your yacht.
• Test the bilge pumps often to make sure they are working properly.
1. One at a time, turn On the bilge pump switches at the helm.
2. Make sure that water in the bilge is pumped overboard.
If there is water in the bilge and a pump motor is running, but not pumping, inspect the discharge hose for a kink or
collapsed area.
If the discharge hose looks okay, check the bilge pump and strainer for clogging debris.
Checking the bilge pump

and strainer for clogging
debris:
1. With your thumb and fore-
finger, squeeze the holding STRAINER
tabs on each side of the
strainer.
2. Lift out the bilge pump.
3. Check the pump and strainer
and clear any debris.
Reinstalling the bilge

pump:
BILGE HOLDING TAB &
1. Align the tabs on the strainer PUMP SLOT (TYPICAL SLOT (TYPICAL
EACH SIDE) EACH SIDE)
with the slots on the pump.
2. Press down firmly until the HOLDING TABS
tabs click into place.
3. Make sure the bilge pump is
locked into place.
STRAINER
Autofloat Switches
• Each automatic bilge pump features an autofloat
switch.
• The autofloat switch turns the pump On when water
rises above a preset level.
• Each autofloat switch is normally located next to the
bilge pump it controls.
• The autofloat switches should be tested often.
KNOBS
Autofloat switch testing:

1. Twist either of the white plastic knobs one quarter
turn to lift the float and turn On the bilge pump.
AUTOFLOAT
• If the pump does not turn On, check the push-to-reset SWITCH
circuit breaker.
• If the circuit breaker is good, but the switch still does
not work, it may mean the switch is bad, or the battery
is dead.
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580 Pilothouse • Owner’s Manual Chapter 6: Plumbing
Seawater Systems
Seacocks
! WARNING!
• Close the seacock(s) when leaving your yacht unattended for any length of time.
• If a seacock is left open, a hose failure could flood the bilge, swamp the batteries and the
engines, and even sink your yacht.
! CAUTION
• BEFORE using any system that has a seacock, make sure that the system’s seacock is Open.
• Inspect and lubricate all seacocks annually.
Thru-hull inlet or outlet fittings near or below the waterline fea-

ture seacock valves. You can close a seacock to stop water entry:
• If the hose connected to the seacock fails, or;
• To work on equipment served by the seacock.
Seacocks are used on your yacht in seawater intake or liquid-dis-
charge systems including, but not limited to:
• Engines
• Generator
• Air conditioner (if equipped)
• Marine head
Before using any system with a seacock, make sure the seacock is Open and stays Open until the system is shut Off.
Seawater Strainers
! CAUTION
FLOODING HAZARD!
• BEFORE taking apart a seawater strainer for cleaning or other work, Close the seacock
that sends seawater to that strainer.
• Failure to close the seacock before taking apart the seawater strainer may allow large
amounts of water to flood the bilge, which could swamp the batteries and the engines, and
even sink your yacht.
• Keep the seacock Closed until the seawater strainer is completely reassembled.
• After putting the seawater strainer back together, make sure that the seacock valve is Open
BEFORE using the component/system.
• Seawater strainers are used to filter incoming seawater in some seawater intake systems. NOTE: Not all seawater
intake systems have seawater strainers.
• If equipped, the seawater strainer is located near the seawater intake system’s seacock.
• Check the strainers for leaks and/or debris every time you use your yacht.
• Refer to the seawater strainer instruction sheet for cleaning and maintenance information.
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Seawater Washdown
! WARNING!
• NEVER leave your yacht unattended while the seawater washdown system is running.
• Any leak or break in this system may allow large amounts of water to flood the bilge, which
could swamp the batteries and the engines, and even sink your yacht.
• Close the intake seacock when leaving your yacht unattended for any length of time.
! CAUTION
BEFORE turning On the seawater washdown system, make sure the intake seacock is Open.
• Always make sure the seawater

intake seacock is Open before
turning the seawater washdown
system On.
• Turn On the seawater washdown
pump switch to pressurize this
system. For the location of the
seawater washdown pump
switch, see the Component Loca-
tions section in Chapter 2 of this
Owner’s Manual.
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Freshwater System
! WARNING!
• ONLY use safe drinking (potable) water in your yacht’s freshwater system.
• ONLY use FDA approved "drinking water safe" hoses when filling the freshwater tanks or
connecting to city water.
• NEVER use a common garden hose for drinking water.
• Read the Freshwater

System section in the
Cruiser & Yacht
Owner’s Manual Sup-
plement.
• Your yacht is equipped
with a pressure type
(demand) freshwater
(potable) system.
• Pressurize the freshwa-
ter system by either:
a. turning On the fresh-
water pump switch (the
battery switch must also
be On) or;
b. connecting to city
water.
• For the locations of the
freshwater pump switch
and the city water inlet,
see the Component
Locations section in
Chapter 2 of this
Owner’s Manual.
• Always turn Off the city
water supply on the dock
before leaving your
yacht unattended.
• Turn Off the freshwater
pump switch when your
yacht is not in use or
when the freshwater
tanks are empty.
• Inspect and clean the
freshwater filters often
(located on the freshwa-
ter pumps).
• If your yacht is to be left
unattended for a long
period of time, pump the
freshwater tanks dry to
prevent stored water
from becoming stagnant
and distasteful.
• If the freshwater system
needs to be disinfected,
ask your dealer about the
treatments available.
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Transom Shower
• Read the manufacturer’s instructions before using
the transom shower for the first time.
• To use the transom shower, your yacht must be
connected to city water, or the freshwater pump
switch must be turned On.
TRANSOM SHOWER
City Water Inlet
! WARNING!
• ALWAYS turn Off the city water supply on the dock before leaving your yacht unattended.
• Any leak or break in this system may allow large amounts of water to flood the bilge, which
could swamp the batteries and the engines, and even sink your yacht.
• Read the City Water Hookup portion of the

Freshwater System section in the Cruiser &
Yacht Owner’s Manual Supplement.
• Turn Off the freshwater pump’s 24-volt DC
breaker before pressurizing the freshwater
system with a city water supply.
CITY WATER INLET
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Freshwater System Winterization

1. Turn Off the water heater breaker on the 120-volt AC master panel.
2. Turn On the freshwater pump switch.
3. Open all of the faucets and showers and let the freshwater system drain completely.
4. Turn Off the freshwater pump switch.
All remaining water must be removed from the water lines. There are two ways to remove the remaining water from
the lines:
• Compressed Air
• Gravity Draining
Compressed Air
! CAUTION
FRESHWATER SYSTEM DAMAGE HAZARD!
• A faucet MUST be Open when compressed air is blown through the freshwater system.
• NEVER blow compressed air through the water system when ALL of the faucets are Closed.
You must have an air compressor with an air hose and

an air nozzle.
1. Remove the water line from the outlet side of the
freshwater pump (opposite side from filter).
2. Open the faucet that is furthest away from the fresh-
water pump.
3. Place the air nozzle against the end of the just
removed water line and blow air through the system.
4. When the water stops coming out of the faucet, stop
the air and Close the faucet.
5. One at a time, repeat this process on all of the fau-
cets and showers.
Gravity Draining
1. Open all faucets and showers.
2. Remove the drain plug from the tee fitting on the
freshwater tank.
3. When the water has stopped draining from the
freshwater tanks and the water lines, replace the
drain plug.
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Water Heater
! WARNING!
SCALDING HAZARD!
Water heated by the water heater can be hot enough to scald the skin.
! CAUTION
WATER HEATER DAMAGE HAZARD!
• Do NOT turn On the water heater electrical circuit on the 120-volt AC master panel until
the water heater tank is COMPLETELY filled with water.
• The tank is full if water flows from the tap when the hot water is turned On in the galley.
• Even brief water heater operation with a dry tank WILL damage the heating elements.
• Warranty replacements will NOT be made on elements damaged in this manner.
• Turn the power Off and drain the water heater when the chance of freezing exists (see win-
terizing instructions on the next page).
NOTICE
If 120-volt AC power is being provided by shore power or generator power, but the water
heater is not working:
• Make sure the water heater circuit breaker on the 120-volt AC master panel is switched On.
• If the circuit breaker is On, but the water heater is still not working, ask your dealer how
to check the push-to-reset circuit breaker located on the water heater.
• Read the water heater instruction manual and heed the warnings above.
• The water heater is connected to the 120-volt AC power system.
• To heat the water, turn On the water heater breaker on the 120-volt AC master panel.
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Winterizing the Water Heater
! CAUTION
• NEVER turn On the water heater breaker on the 120-volt AC master panel while the water
heater tank is empty.
• To prevent damage to the water heater after winterizing, always label the breaker switch on
the 120-volt AC master panel as ‘winterized’.
NOTICE
The freshwater system MUST be drained BEFORE winterizing the water heater (see the
Freshwater System Winterization Instructions earlier in this section).
1. Turn Off the water

heater breaker.
2. Disconnect the hose (A)
attached to the pressure
relief valve (B). B
3. If there is any water in A

this hose, drain it into
the bilge or into a
bucket. C
120-VOLT AC MASTER PANEL
4. Open the pressure relief
valve (B).
5. Open the drain valve
(C).
6. Attach a tag to the
water heater breaker to
indicate that the tank is WATER HEATER
empty. BREAKER TAG
• NOTE: Your yacht came

with a tag attached to the
water heater breaker. It is
suggested that you keep
this tag and re-use it
when winterizing.
• Leave the pressure relief
and drain valves Open
until you fit out your
yacht after storage.
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Preparing the Water Heater for Use After Yacht Storage
! CAUTION
• Fill the water heater tank BEFORE turning On the water heater breaker on the 120-volt
AC master panel.
• NEVER turn On the water heater breaker on the 120-volt AC master panel while the water
heater tank is empty.
• To test if the tank is full, turn On a hot water faucet. If water flows from the tap, the water
heater tank is full.
When you are ready to resume use of your yacht after it has been in storage, prepare the water heater for use
as follows:
1. Close the drain
valve (C).
2. Close the pressure
relief valve (B). B
3. Connect the hose (A)

to the pressure relief A
valve (B).
4. Fill the water heater C
tank with freshwater. 120-VOLT AC MASTER PANEL
5. Remove the ‘winter-

ized’ tag on the water
heater breaker on the
120-volt AC master
panel after the water
heater tank is com-
pletely filled with WATER HEATER
freshwater. BREAKER TAG
6. Turn On the water
heater breaker.
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Drain Systems
Deck Drains
• Water on the deck is drained overboard through the deck drains.
• Keep the deck drains free of debris.
Gray Water Drain System

• The galley sink and bridge entertainment sink are above the waterline and are gravity drained overboard.
• Gray water below the waterline drains into a sump box (see below).
Sump Pump Drain

System
• The showers, head sinks,
and forward stateroom air
conditioner (if equipped)
drain into the sump boxes.
• Each sump box has an auto-
float switch.
• When the drain water rises
to a preset level, the auto-
float switch turns On the
sump pump, and the drain
water is pumped overboard.
Sump Box Cleaning

Periodically clean each sump box as follows:
1. Remove the cover (A).
A
2. Remove any debris from the box.
3. Replace the cover (A).
Sump System Winterization

Drain the sump pump systems in the winter months when not in use.
1. Disconnect and drain all lines to the unit.
2. Remove the screws from the mounting feet (B).
3. Turn the box upside down to remove the rest of the water. B
B
4. Reinstall the screws in the mounting feet and reconnect the system.
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Marine Heads & Holding Tank
NOTICE
Check with local authorities about the legal use of marine head systems.
Vacuum Flush Head System

• Read the vacuum
flush head’s oper-
ation and mainte-
nance manual.
• The vacuum flush
head system uses
freshwater from
the freshwater
tanks and a vac-
uum pump to
flush waste from
the toilet into the
holding tank.
• The holding tank
is plumbed to a
fitting on the deck
for dockside
pump-out.
• To check the con-
tent level of the
holding tank,
look at the moni-
toring gauge. For
the location of the
holding tank
monitor, see the
Component Loca-
tions section in
Chapter 2 of this
Owner’s Manual.
• Empty the hold-
ing tank at every
opportunity.
Winterizing the System

Read the marine head’s operation and maintenance manual for winterizing instructions.
Macerator
To use the macerator to pump waste directly overboard (where laws permit):
1. Open the underwater discharge valve.
2. Press both macerator switches at the same time to run the pump.
3. Stop running the macerator as soon as the holding tank is empty.
4. Close the underwater discharge valve when you are done pumping.
• For the locations of the underwater discharge valve and the macerator switches, see the Component Locations sec-
tion in Chapter 2 of this Owner’s Manual.
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Chapter 7: Deck Equipment
Cleats
! WARNING!
NEVER lift your yacht using the cleats.
Carefully read the section on towing in the Cruiser & Yacht Owner’s Manual Supplement before towing anything
behind your yacht or having your yacht towed by another vessel.
Windlass
! DANGER!
DANGER
PERSONAL SAFETY & PRODUCT DAMAGE HAZARD!
An unsecured anchor could accidentally release while your yacht is moving, damaging your
yacht and causing serious injury or death.
After retrieving the anchor:
• Secure the anchor with an anchor safety strap, or a chain stopper.
• Switch OFF the windlass circuit breaker to prevent accidental operation.
! CAUTION
PRODUCT DAMAGE HAZARD!
Do NOT rely on the windlass alone to hold your yacht at anchor. After setting the anchor, tie
the rode off to a cleat or equivalent strong point.
Do NOT pull your yacht to the anchor using the windlass, or continue running the windlass if it
has stalled or is overloaded.
• Read and follow the manufacturer’s instruction manual before using the anchor windlass for the first time.
• The windlass can be controlled from a switch at the command bridge helm or from the deck foot switches.
• Make sure that the windlass circuit breaker is turned On before using the anchor windlass.
• To raise the anchor, use engine power (not the windlass) to move your yacht to, and directly above, the anchor.
• Dislodge the anchor from the bottom by pulling it straight up with the windlass.
• Before getting underway, make sure the anchor is secured and the windlass circuit breaker is turned Off.
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Radar Wing
! CAUTION
• When installing accessories on the radar wing, the maximum hole size diameter is 3/4 of an
inch (0.75").
• Larger hole sizes will affect the structural integrity of the radar wing.
Davit
! WARNING!
• Water is heavy. Lifting a dinghy to drain its bilge may exceed the davit’s load limit.
• Use extreme care when using the davit in rough weather or sea conditions as the load may
swing out of control.
! WARNING!
PERSONAL INJURY, FALLING HAZARD!
• Falling from a suspended boat may cause injury or death.
• Do NOT allow passengers in a suspended boat.
• Davit load NOT to exceed 1600 lbs.
• Before using the davit, read the davit’s operating instructions and heed the warnings above.
• Make sure that the davit breaker is turned On before using the davit.
• For the location of the davit’s hydraulic pump, see the Component Locations section in Chapter 2 of this
Owner’s Manual.
Flexiteek Decking Care & Maintenance (If Equipped)
! CAUTION
• Flexiteek is not a wood product. NEVER use wood cleaning or treatment products
on Flexiteek.
• NEVER use acetone, or any product containing acetone, on, or anywhere near, Flexiteek.
The only maintenance your Flexiteek decking needs is regular washing and scrubbing with boat soap, water, and a
stiff bristled scrub brush. Pressure washers can be used, but use care along the edges to avoid damaging the edge seal.
Stain Removal
Marks or stains not removed during regular washing can be removed with sandpaper. Use a sanding block with 60-
grit sandpaper (Never use a power sander), carefully sand with the grain until the stain or mark is removed. The
sanded area will be lighter than the surrounding area, but will darken and blend-in over time.
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Canvas & Vinyl Tops & Enclosures (If Equipped)
! CAUTION
Take down and securely stow ALL canvas & vinyl BEFORE your yacht is transported by road.
NOTICE
BEFORE cleaning and/or stowing your canvas or vinyl, read the sections later in this chapter,
Canvas Care and Clear Vinyl Care.
NOTICE
Two people are needed for most of the tasks listed in this section.
1. Insert the end eyes of the main

bow (A) into the deck hinges and
secure with the screws using a flat
head screwdriver.
2. Pull the secondary bow (B) for-
ward and insert the end eyes of the
forward braces (C) into the deck C
hinges and secure with the screws.

3. Pull the aft braces (D) back
towards the radar wing and insert
the end eyes of the aft braces (D) E
into the deck hinges on the radar B D
wing and secure with the screws.
4. Zip the aft end of the canvas top A
(E) to the zippered track on the
radar wing.
• The jaw slides should not need to
be adjusted.
• If you decide to adjust the jaw slide
positions, get the correct measure- SCREW
ments from your selling dealer.
END EYE
JAW SLIDE
DECK HINGE
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Canvas Care (see also ‘Clear Vinyl Care’ on next page)

• After each use, especially in saltwater, rinse the canvas with cold freshwater.
• Before stowing, let the canvas air-dry completely.
• The canvas can be rolled or folded for stowage.
Cleaning the Canvas
! CAUTION
NEVER use detergents when washing the canvas. Detergents can destroy the water repellency
and mildew/UV resistant finish of your canvas.
Regularly clean the canvas to prevent dirt, pollen, and etc. from embedding in the fabric. Generally, it is easiest to
wash the canvas while it is installed on your yacht.
1. Use a soft-bristled brush to remove all dust and loose dirt.
2. Hose down the canvas with freshwater.
3. Gently wash the canvas with a solution of lukewarm water (no more than 100° F) and non-detergent mild soap,
such as Ivory Snow®, Dreft®, or Woolite®.
4. Rinse thoroughly to remove the soap.
5. Before stowing, let the canvas air-dry completely.
Stubborn Stains
! CAUTION
• Soaking in bleach solutions may remove the waterproof finish of the fabric and may also
decrease the life of the polyester thread used in the canvas.
• If necessary, a water repellent treatment should be reapplied to your canvas. Ask your
dealer about the treatments available for your yacht’s canvas.
Some stubborn stains may resist normal washing and you can try the following methods. However, these methods
may remove the waterproof finish of the fabric and may also decrease the life of the polyester thread used in the
canvas. Reapply a water repellent treatment as necessary.
Method 1
1. Add 1/8 cup (1 oz.) of non-chlorine bleach to one gallon of water and mix thoroughly.
2. Thoroughly wet the canvas and then gently scrub the stained area with the weak bleach solution.
3. Rinse with cold water to remove all of the solution.
Method 2
1. Add 1/2 cup (4 oz.) of non-chlorine bleach and 1/2 cup (4 oz.) Ivory Snow®, Dreft®, or Woolite® to one gallon
of water and mix thoroughly.
2. Soak the canvas in this solution for about 20 minutes.
3. Rinse with cold water to remove all of the solution.
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Clear Vinyl Care
! CAUTION
• NEVER store the clear vinyl pieces wet, as this will cause a milky film to develop.
• NEVER fold or crease the clear vinyl pieces as cracking will occur.
• Clear vinyl is NOT intended for use when your yacht is in storage or being moored.
• Clear vinyl does NOT hold up well against ultraviolet rays.
• Under direct sunlight conditions, do NOT let the clear vinyl touch the framework. The
framework radiates heat and can burn the clear vinyl.
• After each use, especially in saltwater, rinse the clear vinyl with cold freshwater.
• Before stowing, the clear vinyl must be completely dry. Air-drying is best, but you can also carefully dry the vinyl
with a chamois or soft cotton cloth.
• The clear vinyl can be
rolled or laid out flat for NEVER FOLD OR CREASE CLEAR VINYL!
stowage. FOLDING OR OTHERWISE CREASING
CLEAR VINYL WILL CAUSE DAMAGE
• Never fold or crease the SUCH AS CRACKING TO OCCUR
clear vinyl parts as
cracking will occur.
Cleaning Clear Vinyl

Regularly clean the clear
vinyl to prevent dirt, pol-
len, and etc. from marring
the surface. Generally, it is
easiest to clean the clear
vinyl while it is installed on
your yacht.
1. Hose down the clear
vinyl with freshwater.
2. Using a soft cotton
cloth (paper towels
are abrasive and
should never be used
on clear vinyl), gently
wash the clear vinyl
with soap and water.
3. Rinse thoroughly to
remove the soap.
AFTER CLEAR VINYL PARTS
4. Before stowing, the HAVE COMPLETELY AIR DRIED
THEY CAN BE ROLLED OR SIMPLY
clear vinyl must be LAID FLAT FOR STOWAGE
completely dry. Air-
drying is best, but you
can also carefully dry
the vinyl with a chamois or soft cotton cloth.
• Ask your dealer about products available to keep the clear vinyl polished and looking new.
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Chapter 8: Appliances & Entertainment Systems
NOTICE
Always keep an approved ABC-type fire extinguisher in galley area.
All appliances and entertainment systems installed on your yacht come with their own manuals. These manuals con-
tain detailed instructions and important safeguards. Read these manuals before using your yacht’s appliances and
entertainment systems.
• Make sure the 120-volt AC breaker is turned On for the appliance or entertainment system you wish to use.
Refrigerator
The refrigerator runs on 120-volt AC power supplied by shore power, generator power, or inverter power. Make sure
the refrigerator’s circuit breaker on the 120-volt AC master panel is turned On.
Range/Oven
! WARNING!
BURN HAZARD!
• Do NOT touch stove burners, grates or areas near the stove units as they may be hot even
when they are dark in color.
• Areas near burners and grates may become hot enough to cause burns.
• During and after use, do NOT touch or let clothing or other flammable material come in
contact with heated units or areas near the units (burner tops, main frame sides and back,
sea rails and pot holders) until they have had sufficient time to cool.
Coffeemaker
! WARNING!
BURN/SCALDING HAZARD!
• Read the coffeemaker’s instruction manual BEFORE using.

• Do NOT use the coffeemaker while underway.
• Water heated by the coffeemaker can be hot enough to scald the skin.
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Audio & Visual Equipment
NOTICE
AM radio reception may be impaired anytime the engine is running.
Dockside Television & Telephone Inlet

Plug a dockside source into the
TV/telephone inlet if you want to
watch cable TV or use a telephone.
CABLE TV/
PHONE INLET
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Chapter 9: Lights
Care & Maintenance

All of the lights installed on your yacht are of top quality, but you should be aware that failure may periodically occur
for a variety of reasons:
1. There may be a tripped breaker - check the breaker.
2. The bulb may be burned out - carry spare replacement bulbs, making sure the wattage and voltage is correct.
3. A wire may be damaged or may have come loose - repair as required.
4. The bulb base may be corroded - clean the base and coat it with non-conductive electrical lubricant.
Interior & Exterior Lights
! CAUTION
• Be conservative in the use of battery power.
• Prolonged use of cabin interior lights (overnight) WILL result in a drained battery.
• The lights are powered by your yacht’s 24-volt DC system.

• The battery switch must be in the On position for the lights to work.
Navigation Lights
! CAUTION
Avoid the storage of gear where it would block navigation lights from view.
NOTICE
Running lights are legally required to show vessel direction and right-of-way at night.
Docking Lights
Read the manufacturer’s operating instructions before using the docking lights.
Spotlight
Read the spotlight’s operating instructions before using the spotlight.
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Chapter 10: Air Conditioning & Heating
Air Conditioner (If Equipped)
! DANGER!
• Dangerous carbon monoxide gas (CO) can be brought into your yacht
through the air conditioning system.
• Read the Carbon Monoxide (CO) section in Chapter 1 of this Owner’s
Manual.
! CAUTION
The air conditioning system’s seawater intake seacock MUST be Opened BEFORE turning On
the air conditioner and MUST stay Open during use.
• Read the air conditioner

manual before using the
air conditioning system.
• Before using the air
conditioning system,
make sure the breakers
on the 120-volt AC
master panel are turned
On and that the sys-
tem’s seawater intake
seacock is Open.
• The seacock must
remain Open while the
air conditioner is in use.
• Check the seawater
strainer for debris
before each use of the
air conditioning system.
• If the strainer needs to
be cleaned out, follow
the directions in the
Seawater Systems sec-
tion in Chapter 6 of this
Owner’s Manual.
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Diesel Heat (If Equipped)
! DANGER!
• Carbon monoxide gas (CO) is colorless, odorless, tasteless, and extremely
dangerous.
• ALL engines, generators, and fuel burning appliances produce CO as exhaust.
• Prolonged exposure to low concentrations or very quick exposure to high con-
centrations WILL cause BRAIN DAMAGE or DEATH.
• Read the Carbon Monoxide (CO) section in Chapter 1 of this Owner’s Manual.
Read the diesel heater instruction manuals before using.
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Chapter 11: Electrical Systems
! DANGER!
EXTREME FIRE, SHOCK and EXPLOSION HAZARD!

• NEVER install non-ignition protected switches or other arcing devices in the fuel compart-
ments.
• NEVER substitute automotive parts for marine parts. Marine electrical, ignition, and fuel
system parts were designed and manufactured to comply with rules and laws that minimize
the risks of fire and explosion.
• NEVER change the electrical systems or relevant drawings.
• Allow ONLY trained marine electricians to install batteries and/or do electrical
system work.
• Make sure that all battery switches are turned Off BEFORE working in the engine spaces.
! WARNING!
Fuel vapors can explode! BEFORE turning on electrical devices or working on the electrical
system:
fuel vapors:
a. Do NOT start the engines or generator, do NOT turn On any electrical devices, put out
ALL cigarettes, cigars, and other sources of flame or ignition.
2. Run the bilge blowers for at least four minutes BEFORE engine starting, electrical system
work, or turning on electrical devices.
! CAUTION
SHOCK and ELECTRICAL SYSTEM DAMAGE HAZARD!
When the engines are running, NEVER turn Off the main battery switches or discon-
nect the battery cables. Doing either could cause damage to your yacht’s engines and/or
electrical system components.
NOTICE
Electrical connections are prone to corrosion. To reduce corrosion-caused electrical problems:
• Keep ALL electrical connections clean.
• Apply a spray-on protectant that is designed to protect connections from corrosion.
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24/12-Volt DC System
Batteries
• The batteries supply electricity for lights, 24-volt and 12-volt accessories, engine starting and generator starting.
• The Electrical section in Chapter 8 of the Cruiser & Yacht Owner’s Manual Supplement provides battery care and
maintenance instructions.
Battery Switches
! CAUTION
When the engines are running, NEVER turn Off the main battery switches or discon-
nect the battery cables. Doing either could cause damage to your yacht’s engines and/or
electrical system components.
NOTICE
Make sure your selling dealer fully explains how to use the battery switches.
• A separate battery switch is

provided for each battery (or BATTERY SWITCH PANEL
battery bank). The battery
switches are located on the
battery switch panel.
• For the location of the bat-
tery switch panel, see the
Component Locations sec-
tion in Chapter 2 of this
Owner’s Manual.
• Standby-loads, such as the
automatic bilge pumps and
the stereo memory, are not
affected by the battery
switches since they are wired
directly to the batteries.
• Turn the battery switches to
the Off position whenever 24-VOLT BATTERY
your yacht will be unoccu- SWITCHES
pied for long periods of time.
12-VOLT POWER
BATTERY SWITCH
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Emergency Battery
Parallel Switch COMMAND BRIDGE HELM PILOTHOUSE HELM
• If an engine will not

start because of a dead
battery, the battery par-
allel switch allows you
to use the other batter-
ies for engine starting.
• A battery parallel
switch is provided at
each helm (see photos
at right).
BATTERY PARALLEL
SWITCHES
Fuses & Circuit Breakers

24-VOLT DC MASTER PANEL
The fuses and circuit breakers for the engines and
main accessory power are on the following panels:
• 24-volt DC master panel
• 12-volt DC supplemental panel
• Battery switch panel
For the locations of these panels, see the Compo-
nent Locations section in Chapter 2 of this
Owner’s Manual.
NOTE: Some equipment may have secondary fuse
protection at the unit, behind the battery switch
panel, or at the batteries.
Fuses for some accessories can also be found on 12-VOLT DC SUPPLEMENTAL PANEL
three fuse blocks. For the locations of these fuse
blocks, see the Component Locations section in
Chapter 2 of this Owner’s Manual.
BATTERY SWITCH PANEL
24-VOLT DC STANDBY-
LOAD PUSH-TO-RESET
CIRCUIT BREAKERS
24-VOLT DC
MAIN CIRCUIT
BREAKER SWITCHES
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12-Volt DC Accessory Outlets
! CAUTION
Do NOT use the 12-volt DC accessory outlet with a cigarette or cigar lighter. High tempera-
tures may melt the outlet.
• Your yacht is equipped with one or more 12-volt DC accessory outlets.

• The outlets can be used with any 12-volt device which draws 15-amps or less.
• Each 12-volt DC accessory outlet is protected by a 15-amp breaker on the 12-volt DC supplemental panel.
• For the location of the 12-volt DC accessory outlets, see the Component Locations section in Chapter 2 of
this Owner’s Manual.
Alternators
The engine alternators will keep the batteries properly charged when running at cruising speeds.
Battery Equalizer
The battery equalizer makes it possible to obtain a 12-volt DC power source from a 24-volt DC electrical system. It
regulates 12-volt power between the batteries, and ensures that battery voltages remain equal in a dual voltage system.
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Battery Charger
! CAUTION
• The battery charging systems (alternator, battery charger, and inverter/battery charger)
installed on your yacht are designed to charge conventional lead-acid batteries.
• BEFORE installing gel-cell or other new technology batteries, consult with the battery man-
ufacturer about charging system requirements.
• Before using the battery charger, read all instructions and warnings: (1) on the battery charger, (2) on the batteries,
and (3) in the battery charger manual.
• The battery charger will automatically charge your yacht’s engine starting batteries when 120-volt AC power is
being provided by shore power or generator power, and the battery charger circuit breaker on the 120-volt AC
master panel is On.
• The battery switches can be in any position during charging.
• You may use DC powered electrical systems, such as the lights and stereo when charging the batteries, but there
will be a corresponding drop in charger performance.
Battery Inverter/Charger
! CAUTION
• The battery charging systems (alternator, battery charger and inverter/battery charger)
installed on your yacht are designed to charge conventional lead-acid batteries.
• BEFORE installing gel-cell or other new technology batteries, consult with the battery
manufacturer about charging system requirements.
• Before using the inverter/charger, read all instructions and warnings: (1) on the inverter/charger, (2) on the batter-
ies, and (3) in the battery charger manual.
• The battery switches can be in any position during charging.
• The inverter/charger will automatically charge your yacht’s batteries (except the engine starting batteries) when
120-volt AC power is being provided by shore power or generator power, and the battery inverter circuit breaker
on the 120-volt AC master panel is On.
• For the inverter/charger to charge the batteries, the inverter must be turned On and the inverter battery switch
must be turned On.
• You may use DC powered electrical systems, such as the lights and stereo, when the inverter/charger is charging,
but there will be a corresponding drop in charger performance.
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120/240-Volt AC System
! WARNING!
FIRE and ELECTRICAL SYSTEM DAMAGE HAZARD!
If equipped with a generator, using both shore power and generator power at the same time
WILL cause major electrical system damage and could start a fire!
• The power source lockouts on the 120-volt AC master panel prevent the use of shore power
and generator power at the same time.
• NEVER bypass the power source lockouts.
! CAUTION
• Do NOT turn On the water heater circuit breaker on the 120-volt AC master panel until the
water heater tank is COMPLETELY filled with water.
• The tank is full if water flows from the tap when the hot water is turned On in the galley.
NOTICE
• Whether using shore power or generator power, using several 120-volt AC accessories at the
same time can result in an overloaded circuit.
• You may have to turn Off one or more accessories to use another accessory.
• To gain a basic understanding of

120-VOLT AC MASTER PANEL
your yacht’s 120/240-volt AC sys-
tem, read the handbook, A
Boater’s Guide To AC Electrical
Systems. If this handbook is not in
your owner’s packet, call 360-403-
2198 and the handbook will be
mailed to you.
• The 120/240-volt AC system can
be energized by shore power, gen-
erator power, or inverter power.
• The individual breakers on the
120-volt AC master panel must be POWER SOURCE
turned On to supply power to the LOCKOUTS
accessories you wish to use.
• The 120-volt AC master panel
may contain circuit breakers for
accessories that are not available
for your yacht.
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Shore Power
! DANGER!
FIRE, EXPLOSION and SHOCK HAZARD!
• Use ONLY compatible shore power connectors and NEVER alter the connectors.
• Turn Off ALL breakers and switches on the 120/240-volt AC master panel BEFORE plug-
ging in or unplugging the shore power cord.
• ONLY use shore power cords approved for marine use. NEVER use ordinary indoor or out-
door extension cords.
! WARNING!
• Monitor the polarity indicator lights EVERY TIME you connect to shore power.
• If a reversed polarity light turns on when you are connecting to shore power, do NOT turn
on the main breaker switches.
• Instead, IMMEDIATELY unplug the shore power cord and alert marina management.
! WARNING!

• BEFORE each use, check the shore power cord(s) for defects or damage.
• NEVER use damaged or faulty cords since the danger of fire and electrical shock exists.
• Do NOT pinch shore power cords in doors or hatches, or coil the shore power cord too
tightly, since these situations can generate enough heat to result in a fire.
• If a shore power cord is dropped into the water, COMPLETELY dry the blades and contact
slots BEFORE using.
! C AU TI O N
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM DAMAGE HAZARD!
• NEVER connect to dockside power outside of North America unless you have purchased the
international electrical conversion option.
• Using several 120-volt AC accessories at the same time can result in an overloaded circuit.
You may have to turn Off one or more accessories to use another accessory.
• Use double insulated or three-wire protected electrical appliances whenever possible.
• Your yacht is equipped with one (1) 240-volt/50-amp shore power inlet.
• The 240-volt/50-amp shore power inlet provides power to the shore power master breaker.
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Connecting to Shore Power
! WARNING!
• Monitor the polarity indicator lights EVERY TIME you connect to shore power.
• If a reversed polarity light turns on when you are connecting to shore power, do NOT turn
on the main breaker switches.
• Instead, IMMEDIATELY unplug the shore power cord and alert marina management.
1. Review all hazard informa-

tion at the beginning of this
section, Shore Power.
2. Turn Off all breakers and
switches on the 120-volt AC
master panel.
3. Attach the shore power cord
to the dockside outlet.
4. Switch the SHORE POWER
master breaker On.
5. As needed, turn On the indi-
vidual component breakers
on the 120-volt AC master
panel.
SHORE POWER INLET
Shore Power Cable Hoist

• The shore power cable hoist allows you to easily feed out and reel in the shore power cable.
• Before using the shore power cable hoist, read the cable hoist manual.
Inverter Power
• The inverter allows the batteries to supply 120-volt AC power to some accessories when your yacht is not con-
nected to shore power.
• Primary control is from the inverter remote control panel (located inside the AC electrical cabinet), and controls
are also on the inverter itself.
• Before using the inverter, read all instructions and cautionary markings: (1) on the inverter, (2) on the batteries,
and (3) in the inverter manual.
• Energize the 120-volt AC system under inverter power by switching On the inverter master breaker, and pressing
the On/Off switch on the inverter remote control panel (or on the inverter itself).
• The inverter provides power only to the accessories on the 120-volt AC master panel.
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Generator
! DANGER!
• Generators are a source of dangerous carbon monoxide gas (CO). Check the
generator exhaust system for leaks BEFORE each use.
• Read the Carbon Monoxide (CO) section in Chapter 1 of this Owner’s
Manual.
! WARNING!
Fuel vapors can explode! BEFORE starting the generator:
fuel vapors:
a. Do NOT start the generator or the engines, do NOT turn On any electrical devices, and
put out ALL cigarettes, cigars, and other sources of flame or ignition.
2. Run the bilge blowers for at least four minutes BEFORE generator or engine starting, elec-
trical system work, or turning on electrical devices.
• If you smell fuel vapors and the generator is already running:
a. Shut Off the generator and turn Off ALL electrical devices.
b. Put out ALL cigarettes, cigars, and other sources of flame or ignition.
! CAUTION
• ALWAYS make sure the generator’s seawater intake seacock is Open BEFORE starting, and
during running of the generator.
• NEVER run the generator starter for more than 30 seconds. If the generator does not start,
wait at least 30 seconds BEFORE trying again.
• After the generator starts, let the generator stabilize BEFORE turning On the component
breakers on the 120-volt AC master panel.
• When your yacht is not connected to shore power, the generator can supply 120-volt/60-hertz power.
• Before using the generator, read the generator operation manual for pre-start checks and break-in procedures.
• Refer to the generator manual for starting/stopping instructions.
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Important generator
notes:
• Polarity has been estab-
lished in the installation
of the generator. There-
fore the polarity lights
will not function when
using the generator.
• Fuel to run the generator
is supplied from the port
fuel tank.
• Periodically replace the
filter on the generator to
make sure it remains
clean and free of debris.
• The generator also has a
fuel filter/water separa-
tor. Service instructions
are provided on the fuel
filter/water separator.
• The coolant mixture
installed at the factory
consists of equal parts of
water and antifreeze
(Ethylene Glycol).
• Check the generator’s
seawater strainer for
leaks and/or debris
before each use.
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Electrical Routings
24/12-Volt DC Deck Electrical Harnesses
85
24/12-Volt DC Hull Electrical Harnesses
86
24/12-Volt DC Radar Wing Harness
24/12-Volt DC Command Bridge Electrical Harness
87
Battery Systems: Batteries & Cables
88
Bonding Harnesses
89
Important Records
Selling Dealer Plumbing
Name Of Dealership Freshwater Tank Capacity Waste Holding Tank Capacity
Address
Key Numbers
Phone/FAX/E-mail
Cabin Ignition
Sales Manager
Other Other
Service Manager
Engines Electronics
Manufacturer Model Name/Number

Serial Number
Port Engine Serial Number Starboard Engine Serial Number
Oil Type/SAE Quarts per Engine Filter Type

Serial Number
Propellers
Manufacturer Pitch Manufacturer Model Name/Number
Model Number Serial Number

Generator
Serial Number
Serial Number
Oil Type/SAE Quarts Filter Type

Serial Number
Fuel System Manufacturer Model Name/Number
Fuel Capacity Filter Type Serial Number
90
Float Plan
Before leaving on each cruise, fill out a copy of this float plan (or similar) and leave it with a reliable person whom
you can depend on to contact the Coast Guard or other rescue organization, if you do not return as scheduled.
Description of Yacht Full Name
Registration/Documentation Number Age Health Phone Number
Length Make Type

Full Name
Hull Color Trim Color

Age Health Phone Number
Fuel Capacity Engine Type Number of Engines
Full Name
Distinguishing Features

Distinguishing Features
Full Name
Operator of Yacht
Full Name
Full Name
Male or Female Age Health

Address
Address Full Name
Phone/FAX/E-mail Age Health Phone Number
Operator’s Experience
Full Name

Persons Onboard
Full Name Full Name
Age Health Phone Number Age Health Phone Number
Full Name Full Name
Age Health Phone Number Age Health Phone Number
91
Float Plan 580 Pilothouse • Owner’s Manual
Survival Equipment Trip Expectations
Number of PFDs Flares (Yes/No) Mirror (Yes/No) Departing From
Smoke Signals (Yes/No) Flashlight (Yes/No) Food (Yes/No) Departure Date Departure Time
Water (Yes/No) Anchor (Yes/No) Raft/Dinghy (Yes/No)

Stopover 1
Paddles (Yes/No) EPIRB (Yes/No) Other

Arrive No Later Than: Date Arrive No Later Than: Time
Other Other Other
Stopover 2
Marine Radio (Yes/No) Type Frequencies
Vehicle Description
Stopover 3
Make Model
Color License Number
Stopover 4
Where is the Vehicle Parked?
Stopover 5
Stopover 6
Final Destination Port (If Different Than Home Port)
If not returned by the date and time listed above, call

the Coast Guard or other local authority.
Coast Guard Phone Number
Local Authority Phone Number
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Chapter 1: Welcome Aboard! Chapter 4: Controls & Gauges

Warranty Information 1 Rudder Stuffing Gland 45

FIRE EXPLOSION NO OPEN ELECTRICAL HOT

FALLING ROTATING RUN BILGE BLOWERS

Chapter 1: Welcome Aboard!

Dimensions & Tank Capacities

Engine & Accessory Guidelines & Literature

Special Care for Moored Yachts

Sacrificial Anodes (Zincs)

Your yacht features sacrificial anodes (zincs) to protect

Stray electrical current from your yacht, another boat, or the

DETERIORATED SACRIFICIAL ANODE

• Always follow the lift equipment’s instructions and requirements.

Carbon Monoxide (CO)

Factors that Increase the Effects of CO Poisoning

Where & How CO Can Accumulate

To correct stationary situations A and/or B:

Running conditions that increase CO accumulations include:

D. Running yacht without through ventilation

To correct running situations C and/or D:

How to Protect Yourself & Others From CO

Forward Deck View

Aft Deck View

Command Bridge Helm Station

NOTE: TYPICAL HELM LAYOUTS SHOWN. ACTUAL LAYOUTS MAY

HORN BILGE PUMPS LIGHTS ACCESSORY WINDLASS ACCESSORY TRIM TABS

TACHOMETERS & SWITCH

FIRE SUPPRESSION VHF VHF RADIO SYSTEMS MONITOR

IGNITION BLOWER ACCESSORIES

Pilothouse Helm Station

NOTE: PILOTHOUSE SWITCH

ALARM HORN LIGHTS ACCESSORIES BILGE PUMPS WIPERS DEFROSTER

SPOTLIGHT SHIFT/THROTTLE TRIM TABS THRUSTER VHF VHF

IGNITION PANEL VIDEO MONITOR DEPTH FINDER

CAMERA FUEL BATTERY

IGNITION SWITCH PANEL

• One is located aft of

24-Volt DC Circuit Breakers: BATTERY SWITCH PANEL

Air Conditioner Seawater

Air Conditioners (If Equipped) (5 total):

SALON END TABLE

NOTE: CARPET SHOWN

• One is located under the dinette’s forward seat cushion.

• One is located behind the master stateroom

• One is located under the pilothouse helm.

Battery Charger: Located on the aft wall of the

Battery Equalizer: Located on the aft wall of the

Battery Inverter: Located on the aft wall of the

Battery Switch Panel (Battery Switches): Located

Bilge Pumps (5 total):

AUTOFLOAT BILGE PUMP

• One is located at the aft end of

• Two are located at the forward end of the

BILGE PUMP &