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2009 Bayliner 320 Cruiser Owners Manual
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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 equip-
ment 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 fol-
low 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 impor-
tant 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!

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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 boat-
ing 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!
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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/winteriza-
tion 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 instruc-
tions 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! !
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This manual is an essential resource for anyone who owns a 2009 Bayliner 320 Cruiser. It contains comprehensive instructions for handling, maintenance, and repair, making it valuable for both professional mechanics and DIY enthusiasts. The manual also includes detailed illustrations, technical specifications for all 320 Cruiser models, and important safety regulations.
Models covered:
- 2009 Bayliner 320 Cruiser
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