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Baja Marine Islander For 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 Labels Carbon Monoxide Legally Mandated Minimum Required EquipmentFire Extinguishing System Carbon Monoxide Monitor Lifesaving Equipment Impaired Operation Additional Recommended Equipment for Safe OperationLoad Capacity Power Capacity Stability Weather Maintain ControlGeneral Considerations Chart Your Course Swimming Water SportsSkiing Emergency Situations GeneralMedical Emergency Water Rescue Flooding, Swamping and Capsizing FireCollisions and Leaking Safety Hotlines International RequirementsGrounding Propulsion, Control or Steering Failure Environmental Considerations Waste DisposalExcessive Noise Wake/Wash Nautical 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 Locations Boat 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 Tabs Ignition Shutdown Switch Engine Alarm SystemImportant Gauges Tachometer and Hour Meter Oil Pressure, Water Temperature, Voltmeter and Fuel Gauges Navigation and Anchor Lights Using Your Boat Pre-Launch, Launch and Post- Launch Checklist Trailer Launching and Loading Fueling the Boat Boarding Personal Flotation Devices Passenger Instruction and Location Starting the Engine Shifting to Drive the Boat Stopping the Engine Power Steering System Steering System Bilge & Underwater Gear BilgeFuel & Oil Spillage Bilge Pumps Maintenance and Service Engines and Stern DriveBilge Blowers Vibration and Causes Propeller Removal and Installation Impact to Stern Drive Gear 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 Batteries Breakers 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 Locations Fire Extinguisher Port Automatic Fire Extinguisher System OptionCanvas Canvas Care and Maintenance Swim Platform w/ Ladder OptionalDepth Finder Optional Horn Stereo System Head SystemsRequirements for Operators Portable Head with Pump-Out Exhaust Systems VacuFlush Head OptionVent Filter Holding Tank Operation Summary Guide for Inspection, Service and Maintenance Required Inspection, Service MaintenanceInterval Summary Guide For Inspection, Service and Maintenance Interval Useful Service Information Inspection, Service and Maintenance Protocol Bilge Area Winterization Checklist for Boats Stored on Land BatteryiesTopside and Supplies Boat Storage Fitting Out After Storage Fuel SystemsFuel System Miscellaneous Power Steering System Maintenance Security Considerations Boarding the Boat General Quick Reference ChecklistBoat Systems Starting the Engine Quick Reference Checklist cont’d Departing General Returning to Port General Securing 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 & Gelcoat Permanently Moored or Docked Boats Topside AreasAcrylic Plastic Sheeting Plastic Glass Canvas and Clear Vinyl Exterior Upholstery Fabric Interior Upholstery Fabric This Page Intentionally Left Blank Index Index Islander