2009 Bayliner 320 Cruiser Owners Manual

Engine Serial Number: _____________________________________ Hull Identification Number:__________________________________ Hull Identification Number • The Hull Identification Number (HIN) is located on the star- board hullside just forward of the transom. • Record the HIN (and the engine serial numbers) in the space pro- vided above. • Include the HIN with any corre- spondence or orders. © 2008 Bayliner Technical Publications. All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced, stored in any retrieval system, or transmitted in any form by any means, electronic, mechanical, photocopying, recording or otherwise, without prior written permission of Bayliner. Printed in the United States of America. General Notes The material in this document is for information only and is subject to change without notice. While reasonable efforts have been made in the preparation of this document to assure its accuracy, Bayliner assumes no liability resulting from errors or omissions in this document, or from the use of information contained herein. Due to our commitment to product improvement, Bayliner reserves the right to make changes in the product design, specifications, and equipment at any time without notice or obligation. Illustrations and/or photos may show optional equipment. All Bayliner products meet or exceed USCG (United States Coast Guard) and/or NMMA (National Marine Manufacturer’s Association) con- struction standards. Manufactured with 1,1,1 Trichloroethane, a substance which harms public health and environment during the manufactur- ing process by destroying ozone in the upper atmosphere. Proprietary Rights This document discloses subject matter in which Bayliner has proprietary rights. The information and design disclosed herein were originated by and are the property of Bayliner. Neither receipt nor possession thereof confers or transfers any right to reproduce, copy, alter or disclose the document or any part thereof, any information contained therein, or to construct boats or any item from it, except by written permission from or written agreement with Bayliner. This document is to be returned upon request to Bayliner. Part Number 1940046

CONTENTS Chapter 1: Welcome Aboard! Dimensions & Tank Capacities 1 Dealer Service 1 Warranty Information 1 Boating Experience 2 Qualified Maintenance 2 Engine & Accessory Guidelines & Literature 3 Propellers 3 Safety Standards 4 Special Care for Moored Boats 5 Sacrificial Anode (Zinc) 5 Boat Lifting 6 Carbon Monoxide (CO) 7 CO Facts 7 Factors that Increase the Effects of CO Poisoning 7 Where & How CO Can Accumulate 8 How to Protect Yourself & Others From CO 8 CO Checklists 9 CO Monitors 9 More Information 10 Warnings & Warning Labels 11 Warning Labels 11 Sliding Entry Door Warning 13 Chapter 2: Locations Exterior Views 14 Hull Views 14 Deck Views 15 Helm 16 Component Locations 17 Chapter 3: Propulsion & Related Systems Engines 34 Engine Cooling Systems 35 Gas Engine Cooling System 35 Diesel Engine Cooling System 35 Bilge Blower System 36 Fuel System 37 Fuel Fill & Vent 38 Anti-siphon Valves (Gas Engines Only) 38 Gas Engine Fuel Filters 39 Fuel Filter/Water Separators (Diesel Engines Only) 39 Electronic Fuel Shut-off Valves (Diesel Engines Only) 40 Engine Hatch Lift System (If Equipped) 40 Fire Suppression System (If Equipped) 41 Chapter 4: Controls & Gauges Steering 42 Shift/Throttle Controls 42 Power Trim & Tilt 42 Trim Tabs 42 Gauges 43 Cleaning the Gauges 43 Gauge Fogging 43 Radio Transmission Interference 43 Fuel Gauge 43 Twin Engine Readings 43 Chapter 5: Navigation & Communication Equipment Compass 44 Depth Finder 44 VHF Radio (If Equipped) 45 Global Positioning System (GPS) (If Equipped) 45

Chapter 6: Plumbing Bilge Pumps 46 High Water Detection Alarm 47 Seawater Systems 48 Seacocks 48 Seawater Strainers 48 Freshwater System 49 Transom Shower (If Equipped) 49 Freshwater System Winterization 50 Water Heater 51 Winterizing the Water Heater 52 Preparing the Water Heater for Use After Boat Storage 53 Drain Systems 54 Deck Drains 54 Sink Drain 54 Shower & Air Conditioner Drain System 54 Sump Box Cleaning 54 Sump System Winterization 54 Marine Head & Holding Tank 55 Manual Flush Head (If Equipped) 55 Vacuum Flush Head System 56 Macerator (If Equipped) 57 Air Conditioner (If Equipped) 58 Chapter 7: Deck Equipment Cleats & Bow/Stern Eyes 59 Windlass 59 Canvas & Vinyl, Tops & Enclosures 60 Bimini Top (If Equipped) 60 Aft Bimini Top 61 Vinyl Curtains (If Equipped) 61 Canvas Care 62 Clear Vinyl Care 63 Chapter 8: Appliances & Entertainment Systems 110-Volt Electric Stove (If Equipped) 64 Refrigerator 64 Audio Equipment 64 Chapter 9: Convertible Seats, Beds, & Tables Dinette to Sleeping Berth Conversion 65 Cockpit Sunlounge Conversion 67 Helm Seat Adjustments 69 To Slide the Helm Seat Forward or Aft: 69 To Swivel the Helm Seat: 69 Chapter 10: Lights Care & Maintenance 70 Interior & Exterior Lights 70 Navigation Lights 70 Spotlight 70 Chapter 11: Electrical System 12-Volt DC System 72 Batteries 72 Battery Switches 72 Emergency Battery Parallel Switch 72 Fuses & Circuit Breakers 72 12-Volt DC Accessory Outlets 73 Alternators 73 Battery Charger (If Equipped) 73 110-Volt AC System 74 Shore Power 75 Connecting to Shore Power 76 Parallel Switch 76 Generator (If Equipped) 77 Electrical Routings 79 12-Volt DC Hull Harness 79 12-Volt DC Deck Harnesses 79 12-Volt DC Radar Arch Harness 80 Battery Cable Routings 81 110-Volt AC Hull Harness 81 Important Records 82 Float Plan 83

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 follow all safety instructions. This box alerts you to immediate hazards which WILL cause severe personal injury or death if the warning is ignored. DANGER! ! This box alerts you to hazards or unsafe practices which COULD result in severe personal injury or death if the warning is ignored. WARNING! ! 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. CAUTION ! This box calls attention to installation, operation or maintenance information, which is important to proper operation but is not hazard related. NOTICE CO POISONING HAZARD! EXPLOSION HAZARD! NO OPEN FLAME! HOT HAZARD! ROTATING PROPELLER HAZARD! FALLING HAZARD! ELECTRICAL HAZARD! FIRE HAZARD! RUN BILGE BLOWERS FOR 4 MINUTES!

1 320 Cruiser • Owner’s Manual Supplement Chapter 1: Welcome Aboard! • This Owner’s Manual Supplement provides specific information about your boat that is not covered in the Cruiser & Yacht Owner’s Manual. • The Cruiser & Yacht Owner’s Manual contains general information about safe operating practices, general boating regulations, and general maintenance techniques. Information that is more specific to your particular boat is found in this Owner’s Manual Supplement. • Before using your boat, study this Owner’s Manual Supplement, the Cruiser & Yacht Owner’s Manual, 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 Supplement and the Cruiser & Yacht Owner’s Manual on your boat in a secure, yet readily available place. Dimensions & Tank Capacities Dealer Service • Your dealer is your key to service. • Ask your dealer to explain all systems before taking delivery of your boat. • Contact your dealer if you have any problems with your new boat. • If your dealer cannot help, call our customer service hotline: 360-435-8957 or send us a FAX: 360-403-4235. • Buy replacement parts from any authorized Bayliner dealer. • You can access on-line parts catalogs, links to vendor websites, and other helpful features by logging on to http://www.baylinercustomercare.com . Warranty Information • Bayliner offers a Limited Warranty on each new Bayliner purchased through an authorized Bayliner 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 Bayliner dealer or call 360-435-8957 for a copy. Overall Length Length Rigged Bridge Clearance Beam Draft (Hull) Draft (Maximum) Fuel Tank Freshwater Tank Holding Tank 32' 6" 33' 6" 9' 10" 11' 0" 2' 2" 3' 2" 160 Gallons 35 Gallons 30 Gallons

Chapter 1: Welcome Aboard! 320 Cruiser • Owner’s Manual Supplement 2 Boating Experience If this is your first boat or if you are changing to a type of boat you are not familiar with, for your own comfort and safety, get handling and operating experience before assuming command of your boat. 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 selling dealer, national sailing federation, or local boat club can advise you of local sea schools or competent instructors. Qualified Maintenance Failure to maintain your boat’s systems (listed in the warning above) as designed could violate the laws in your juris- diction and could expose yourself and others to the danger of bodily injury or accidental death. Follow the maintenance instructions in: • this Owner’s Manual Supplement • the Cruiser & Yacht Owner’s Manual • the engine owner’s manual, and; • all accessory literature. CONTROL HAZARD! An experienced operator MUST be in control of your boat at ALL times. Do NOT operate your boat while under the influence of alcohol or drugs. WARNING! ! To maintain the safety of your boat, 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 WARNING! !

320 Cruiser • Owner’s Manual Supplement Chapter 1: Welcome Aboard! 3 Engine & Accessory Guidelines & Literature • Your boat’s engines and accessories were selected to provide optimum performance and service. • Installing different engines or adding accessories may affect your boat’s running trim. • If you choose to install different engines or add accessories that may affect your boat’s running trim, have a trained marine technician perform a safety inspection and handling test before using your boat again. • The engines and accessories on your boat 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 supplement is included in your owner’s packet. While the topics listed below may be included in this supplement and in the Cruiser & Yacht Owner’s Manual, always refer to the engine manual first for specific information on these important subjects: Propellers • 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 boat. BEFORE starting or working on your engine(s), read the engine manual. NOTICE BEFORE using the accessories on your boat, read the accessory manuals. NOTICE BEFORE storing your boat, refer to your engine and accessory manuals for storage/winterization instructions. NOTICE 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. NOTICE • Engine Break-in Procedure • Engine Starting and Stopping • Gear Shifting • Fuel and Oil Recommendations • Engine Maintenance • Engine Storage/Winterization ENGINE DAMAGE HAZARD! The factory standard propellers may not be the best for your particular boat 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 Bayliner 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. CAUTION !

Chapter 1: Welcome Aboard! 320 Cruiser • Owner’s Manual Supplement 4 Safety Standards • Your boat’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 supplement, the Cruiser & Yacht Owner’s Manual, the engine owner’s manual, and all accessory instructions for important safety standards and hazard information. FALLING and ROTATING PROPELLER HAZARD! • NEVER allow anyone to ride on parts of your boat 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 transom platform while the engines are running. • Teak surfing, dragging, or water skiing within 20 feet of a moving watercraft can be fatal. 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 boat is moving and cause personal injury or death. DANGER! ! 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. WARNING! !

2009 Bayliner 320 Cruiser Owners Manual

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