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Information in this publication is based upon the latest product specifications available at printing. Baja®

Marine Corporation reserves the right to make changes at any time, without notice, in the colors, equipment,

specifications, materials and prices of all models, or to discontinue models. Should changes in production models be made, Baja® Marine is not obligated to make similar changes or modifications to models sold prior to the date of such changes.

Owner’s Manual

242 Islander

Printed in the U.S.A. January 2006

© Baja Marine Corporation • A Brunswick Company

MRP #1813654

Baja Marine Corporation 2600 Sea Ray Blvd., Knoxville, TN 37914

For information call 1-865-971-6270 or fax 1-865-971-6716

Baja®,

Internet Address: http://www.bajamarine.com

, and Speed changes you. TM are registered trademarks of the Brunswick Corporation.

 

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Contents Baja Marine IslanderFor 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 LabelsCarbon Monoxide Legally Mandated Minimum Required EquipmentFire Extinguishing System Carbon Monoxide Monitor Lifesaving Equipment Impaired Operation Additional Recommended Equipment for Safe OperationLoad Capacity Power Capacity StabilityWeather Maintain ControlGeneral Considerations Chart Your Course Swimming Water SportsSkiing Medical Emergency Emergency SituationsGeneral Water RescueFlooding, Swamping and Capsizing FireCollisions and Leaking Grounding Safety HotlinesInternational Requirements Propulsion, Control or Steering FailureExcessive Noise Environmental ConsiderationsWaste Disposal Wake/WashNautical Terms Key to Symbols on Controls & Prints This Page Intentionally Left Blank Baja Marine Corp This Page Intentionally Left Blank General Boat Arrangement Docking /Lifting /Trailering Passenger LocationsBoat Dimensions and Clearances Fig Propulsion System Basic Boat Dimensions and Clearances MetricPropellers General Deck Layout Description of Major Controls Power Trim Unit and GaugeGear Shift and Throttle Control Trailer Switch Trim TabsImportant Gauges Ignition Shutdown SwitchEngine Alarm System 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 EnginePower Steering System Steering SystemFuel & Oil Spillage Bilge & Underwater GearBilge Bilge PumpsBilge Blowers Maintenance and ServiceEngines and Stern Drive 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 Direct Current DC Electrical SystemsElectrical Systems BatteriesBreakers and/or Fuses Electrolytic Corrosion & Zinc AnodesFuse Panel Marine Electronic Cathodic Anti-corrosion System Mercathode Drive Pump Drive Pump w/ K-Plane Trim Tabs Ignition Switch Switch Panel Wire Information FIG This Page Intentionally Left Blank Options & Accessories Options & Accessories LocationsFire Extinguisher Port Automatic Fire Extinguisher System OptionCanvas Depth Finder Optional Canvas Care and MaintenanceSwim Platform w/ Ladder Optional HornRequirements for Operators Stereo SystemHead Systems Portable Head with Pump-OutVent Filter Exhaust SystemsVacuFlush Head Option Holding Tank OperationSummary 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 AreaTopside and Supplies Winterization Checklist for Boats Stored on LandBatteryies Boat StorageFuel System Fitting Out After StorageFuel Systems 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 Stains & Scratches Paint Cleaning Agents & Other SubstancesCare & Refinishing Fiberglass & GelcoatAcrylic Plastic Sheeting Plastic Glass Permanently Moored or Docked BoatsTopside Areas Canvas and Clear VinylExterior Upholstery Fabric Interior Upholstery FabricThis Page Intentionally Left Blank Index Index Islander