Baja Marine 342 manual Load Capacity, Power Capacity, Propellers, United States, International

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Section 1 • Safety

8.Load Capacity

A.United States

Use common sense and sound judgement when placing equipment and/or passengers in your boat. The number of people on board must be reduced if you go out in poor weather and rough water.

The number of seats does not indicate how many people a boat can carry in poor weather and rough water

Above idle speed, all passengers must be seated on the seats provided.

The United States Coast Guard does not provide specific numbers for passenger capacity or cargo weight for recreational vessels larger than 20 feet (6.09 meters). For safety sake, use the following information provided for the international loading standards for maximum number of passengers plus cargo weight.

B.International

The certification plate (Fig. 1.6.1) located near the helm indicates maximum weight and number of persons your boat can handle under calm sea conditions. Do not exceed the load capacities stated. The number of people on board must be reduced if you go out in poor weather and rough water. Above idle speed, all passengers must be seated on the seats provided.

342 Performance CE OPTION CERTIFICATION PLATE (INTERNATIONAL) (EXAMPLE) (FIG. 1.6.1)

baja marine corp.

0609

342 Performance

maximum

 

8

+ = 680 kg

C

= 365 kw

9.Power Capacity

!WARNING

When engine is running, keep passengers away from areas not designed for riding, such as seat backs, bow, gunwales, transom platform, front and rear decks and on sun pads.

Passengers can fall overboard if not seated properly on the seats provided.

!DANGER

Never carry more weight or passengers than indicated on the certification plate, regardless of weather or water conditions.

The boat can capsize, swamp or sink.

Your boat's engine and accessories were selected to provide optimum performance and service. Installing a different engine or other accessories may cause unwanted handling characteristics. Should you choose to install a different engine, or to add accessories that will affect the boat's running trim, have an experienced marine technician perform a safety inspection and handling test before operating your boat again. Certain modifications to your boat will result in cancellation of your warranty protection. Always check with your dealer before making any modifications to your boat.

10.Propellers

Your Baja© has been equipped with propellers which our tests have shown to be the best suited for general use with our engine under normal conditions and load. Do not change the pitch of your propellers without getting your dealer's recommendations first. If you change to a different propeller pitch, under no circumstances use propellers which allow the engine to operate at higher than recommended RPM. (Your engine manual specifies the maximum recommended RPM).

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342 Performance®

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Contents Baja Marine PerformanceFor information call 1-865-971-6270 or fax Welcome This page intentionally left blank Introduction Hull Identification Number HIN Service, Parts and Repair for Your BoatManufacturer’s Certification About Your Express Limited Warranty Iii Ignition Protection Breakers and/or Fuses Speed changes you. TM Safety Safety LabelsFire Extinguishing System Legally Mandated Minimum Required EquipmentCarbon Monoxide Carbon Monoxide Monitor Lifesaving Equipment Additional Recommended Equipment for Safe Operation Impaired OperationPower Capacity Load CapacityPropellers United StatesStability Maintain ControlWeather Chart Your CourseGeneral Considerations Swimming Water SportsSkiing Emergency Situations GeneralMedical Emergency Water RescueFire Flooding, Swamping and CapsizingSafety Hotlines Collisions and LeakingGrounding Propulsion, Control or Steering FailureEnvironmental Considerations International RequirementsFuel and Oil Spillage Wake/Wash Waste DisposalExcessive Noise Nautical Terms Key to Symbols on Controls & Prints Baja Marine Corp This Page Intentionally Left Blank General Boat Arrangement Docking /Lifting /Trailering Passenger Locations2 Hull Basic Boat Dimensions and Clearances Metric Propulsion SystemGeneral Deck Layout General Deck Layout FIGDescription of Major Controls Power Trim Unit and GaugeGear Shift and Throttle Control Trailer Switch Trim TabsIgnition Shutdown Switch Engine Alarm SystemImportant Gauges Tachometer and Hour MeterOil Pressure, Water Temperature, Voltmeter and Fuel Gauges Navigation and Anchor LightsUsing Your Boat Pre-Launch, Launch and Post- Launch ChecklistTrailer Launching and Loading Fueling the BoatBoarding Personal Flotation DevicesPassenger Instruction and Location Starting the EngineShifting to Drive the Boat Stopping the EngineSteering Systems Hydraulic SteeringPower Steering Power Steering SystemBilge & Underwater Gear BilgeFuel & Oil Spillage Drain PlugMaintenance and Service Engines and Stern DriveBilge Blowers Vibration and CausesPropeller Removal and Installation Impact to Stern DriveGear case Fuel System Fuel SystemAnti-Siphon Valve Inboard/Outboard Engine Only Before and During Fueling Checklist Fueling PrecautionsStatic Electricity and the Fuel System After Fueling Checklist This page intentionally left blank Electrical Systems Electrical SystemsDirect Current DC BatteriesBreakers and/or Fuses Electrolytic Corrosion & Zinc AnodesFuse Panel Marine Electronic Cathodic Anti-corrosion System Mercathode Drive Pump Ignition Switch This page intentionally left blank Switch Panel Wire Information FIG AMP This Page Intentionally Left Blank Options & Accessories Options & Accessories LocationsFire Extinguisher Port Automatic Fire Extinguisher System OptionCanvas Canvas Care and Maintenance Swim Platform w/ Ladder OptionalDepth Finder Optional HornStereo System Head SystemsPortable Head with Pump-Out Requirements for OperatorsExhaust Systems VacuFlush Head OptionHolding Tank Operation Vent FilterSummary Guide for Inspection, Service and Maintenance Required Inspection, Service MaintenanceInterval Summary Guide For Inspection, Service and Maintenance IntervalUseful Service Information Inspection, Service and Maintenance Protocol Bilge AreaWinterization Checklist for Boats Stored on Land BatteryiesTopside and Supplies Boat StorageFitting Out After Storage Fuel SystemsFuel System MiscellaneousPower Steering System Maintenance Security ConsiderationsBoarding the Boat General Quick Reference ChecklistBoat Systems Starting the Engine Quick Reference Checklist cont’d Departing General Returning to Port GeneralSecuring the Boat Quick Reference Checklist cont’dIf the Engine Does Not Start After Market Equipment Checklist Maintenance Log Maintenance Log Cont’d Paint Cleaning Agents & Other Substances Care & RefinishingStains & Scratches Fiberglass & GelcoatPermanently Moored or Docked Boats Topside AreasAcrylic Plastic Sheeting Plastic Glass Canvas and Clear VinylExterior Upholstery Fabric Interior Upholstery FabricThis Page Intentionally Left Blank Index Index Performance