Edgewater 280CX Owners Manual

280CX 280 Crosso ver OWNER ASSISTANCE MANUAL Revised 2014

Dear EdgeWater 280 CX owner: Congratulations on purchasing one of the finest small boats ever built. It has been constructed with care from the finest available materials. At EdgeWater we take great pride in the quality and craftsmanship that goes into each boat, large or small. We believe you’ll have many years of enjoyment from your new EdgeWater and thank you for entrusting your leisure time to one of our fine products. This manual has been assembled to help you learn more about your new boat and increase your enjoyment of it. Your EdgeWater has been built for a “Lifetime on the Water”. Boat safe and boat smart, we wish you many years of boating pleasure. Sincerely, Peter Truslow President EdgeWater Powerboats 2

Service Information Customer Name Address City State Zip Phone Cell Business E-mail Address Dealer Name Address City State Zip Phone Fax Purchase Date Delivery Date Engine Make/Model Engine Serial # Engine Make/Model Engine Serial # Engine Make/Model Engine Serial # Hull Number DMA Ignition Key # EdgeWater Power Boats LLC reserves the right to make alterations in the standard and optional equipment without incurring obligation to those boats already having been built. Every effort has been made to ensure that the information in this manual accurately describes vessels being built at the date of printing. 3

Table of Contents Chapter 1 General Information .................................................................. 6 1.1 General ................................................................................................................................ 6 1.2 Owner / Operator Responsibilities ....................................................................................... 6 Chapter 2 Helm Control Systems .............................................................. 7 2.1 General ................................................................................................................................ 7 2.2 Steering System................................................................................................................... 7 2.3 Engine Throttle and Shift Controls ....................................................................................... 8 Chapter 3 Propulsion System.................................................................... 8 3.1 General ................................................................................................................................ 8 3.2 Engine Cooling System........................................................................................................ 9 3.3 Propellers ............................................................................................................................ 9 3.4 Engine Power Tilt and Trim................................................................................................ 10 3.5 Engine Instrumentation ..................................................................................................... 10 Chapter 4 Fuel System ............................................................................. 12 4.1 General .............................................................................................................................. 12 4.2 Fuel Fill .............................................................................................................................. 12 4.3 Fuel Vent............................................................................................................................ 12 4.4 Fueling ............................................................................................................................... 13 4.5 Fuel System Maintenance ................................................................................................. 13 4.6 Fuel Filters ......................................................................................................................... 13 Chapter 5 Electrical System .................................................................... 14 5.1 General .............................................................................................................................. 14 5.2 Switch Panels & Battery Isolator ........................................................................................ 14 5.3 Electrical System Maintenance .......................................................................................... 14 Chapter 6 Raw Water & Freshwater Systems ........................................ 15 6.1 General .............................................................................................................................. 15 6.2 Livewell Operation ............................................................................................................. 15 6.3 Raw Water Washdown ...................................................................................................... 15 6.4 Freshwater System ............................................................................................................ 15 6.5 Raw Water System Maintenance....................................................................................... 16 Chapter 7 Drainage System .................................................................... 16 7.1 General .............................................................................................................................. 16 7.2 Drain System Maintenance ................................................................................................ 16 7.3 Cockpit Drains.................................................................................................................... 17 7.4 Transom Bilge .................................................................................................................... 17 7.5 Locker Drains ..................................................................................................................... 17 4

Chapter 8 Safety Equipment .................................................................... 17 8.1 Required Safety Equipment .............................................................................................. 17 8.2 Suggested Safety Equipment - Inshore ............................................................................. 18 8.3 Suggested Safety Equipment – Offshore........................................................................... 19 Chapter 9 Safe Operation......................................................................... 19 9.1 Pre-Cruise Check List ........................................................................................................ 19 9.2 Basic Rules of the Road .................................................................................................... 20 9.3 Safe Operation ................................................................................................................... 21 9.4 Towing or Being Towed ..................................................................................................... 22 9.5 Stopping the Boat .............................................................................................................. 22 9.6 Docking .............................................................................................................................. 22 9.7 After Operation ................................................................................................................. 23 9.8 Trailering Your Boat ........................................................................................................... 23 9.9 Launching Your Boat ......................................................................................................... 24 9.10 Retrieving Your Boat ........................................................................................................ 24 Chapter 10 Routine Maintenance ............................................................ 25 10.1 Exterior Hull and Deck ..................................................................................................... 25 10.2 Engine .............................................................................................................................. 26 Chapter 11 Exterior Equipment ............................................................... 27 11.1 Anchor Locker .................................................................................................................. 27 11.2 Swim Ladder .................................................................................................................... 27 11.3 Trim Tabs ......................................................................................................................... 27 Chapter 12 Seasonal Maintenance.......................................................... 27 12.1 Engine .............................................................................................................................. 27 12.2 Hull ................................................................................................................................... 28 12.3 Storage ............................................................................................................................ 28 12.4 Trailer ............................................................................................................................... 28 Appendix ..................................................................................................... 29 5

1/General Information 1.1 General The EdgeWater 280CX has been designed to be powered by twin outboard engines. Each outboard manufacturer provides manuals that carefully detail operation and maintenance of their products. Please read and observe the instructions set forth in your outboard manual. 1.2 Owner / Operator Responsibilities Registration Registering your boat is important to you. Federal Law requires that all powered, undocumented vessels be registered in their state of principal use. Contact the appropriate agency in your local state to obtain specific registration information. Reporting Boating Accidents All boating accidents must be reported to the proper authorities in the state which the accident occurred. If someone dies or disappears as a result of the recreational boating accident, it must be reported immediately, with a formal report being made within 48 hours. If there is damage of more than $500, or if the boat is completely lost, a formal report must be made within 10 days. Questions regarding accidents may be directed to the Boating Safety Hotline, 800-368-5647. Education Whether or not you are an experienced boater, attending a Boating Education Course can be beneficial. If you are inexperienced, it is the best and safest way to begin your life on the water. If you are an experienced boater, it’s always good to sharpen your skills. Required Equipment The U.S. Coast Guard requires certain equipment on each boat. In addition, they also set minimum equipment and safety standards. For more detailed requirement information, obtain “Federal Requirements And Safety Tips For Recreational Boats”, by contacting the Boating Safety Hotline, 800-368-5647. Some states and local agencies require equipment that is not required by the U.S. Coast Guard. Your local agency or dealer can provide specific information regarding these non- standard requirements. 6

2/Helm Control Systems 2.1 General The helm station is the control center for the boat. The main control systems are the engine throttle and shift controls, the steering system, and the trim tab controls. These provide the operator the ability to control speed, direction, boat trim, and attitude. Each manufacturer provides manuals on the operation and use of their systems. 2.2 Steering System General The manual which comes with your steering system provides specific information on your steering system. The SeaStar® helm pump is an axial piston pump. It has a built-in lock valve to prevent the steering load of the engines from feeding back to the boat operator. When the steering wheel is turned clockwise, hydraulic fluid is pumped out of the helm unit, into the starboard hydraulic line and then into the cylinder. As the fluid is pumped into one side of the steering cylinder, an equal volume of fluid is displaced from the opposite side, moving the steering cylinder body to port. The cylinder body is connected directly to the engine’s stern arm, which moves the front of the engine to port and puts the boat into a starboard turn. The fluid displaced from the cylinder returns to the helm pump. Please see diagram in the manual’s appendix for a visual representation of this system. In the event of a power assist failure, the steering system will still function normally but in a manual mode, which requires greater steering effort by the operator. *NOTE: Depending on engine manufacturer, some steering systems are furnished with power assist pumps. Please refer to the engine owner’s manual for complete instructions on their brand. While running at slow speeds, most boats tend to wander slightly back and forth. Keeping the wheel in the center without overcompensating for the slight wandering will prevent over steering and reduce the tendency to wander. Steering System Maintenance Routine system inspection should occur regularly. Cables, hoses, linkage and helm assemblies should be inspected for wear, corrosion, cracking, or deterioration. Cleaning and light grease should be applied to all exposed metal parts and other damaged or deteriorated parts should be replaced as soon as possible. Cleaning fluids containing ammonia, acids or any other corrosive ingredients MUST NOT be used for cleaning any part of the steering system. Failure to comply will cause serious damage to the system, which could result in an accident or injury. 7

2.3 Engine Throttle and Shift Controls Refer to the engine manual supplied with your engine for specific information on your controls. The ones depicted are those supplied by Yamaha. Your EdgeWater 280CX comes with twin engines only. The engines may be controlled mechanically or electronically depending on the type of engine. Mechanical controls operate using a push/pull cable system connected directly to the engine shift linkage and throttle assemblies. Electronic controls have no mechanical attachment and instead control solenoids on the engines for throttle and shifting. When moving the handles forward and back, the operator controls the amount of fuel and air being used and the gear selector for forward, neutral and reverse. Careful use of the controls provides smooth, responsive and safe operation. Allow time for the engine RPM to come down to idle before shifting to reverse or severe gearbox damage could occur. PLEASE REFER TO YOUR ENGINE OWNER’S MANUAL FOR FURTHER OPERATIONAL PROCUDURES FOR YOUR OUTBOARD. Engine Stop Switch This device is designed to disable the engine(s) in the event the vessel operator is thrown from the control station. The engine stop switch lanyard should always be worn by the operator, while the boat is in motion. Pulling the lanyard from the control will stop the engine(s). If the engine will crank properly, but not start, the lanyard may not be properly attached to the engine stop switch. Do not use the engine stop switch to stop the boat unless it is an emergency as it may impair your ability to quickly re-start the engine. **NOTE** Each ignition key has a 3 digit number stamped on it. Please record this number for future reference on the service information page in the front of this manual. 3/Propulsion System 3.1 General Your new EdgeWater 280CX is designed to be powered by twin outboard motors. Most 2-cycle outboards currently use an automatic system to mix the oil with the gasoline before the engine uses it. If equipped with a 2-cycle engine, there will be oil tanks in the aft bilge locker. Make sure these tanks always have a sufficient amount of the recommended 2-cycle oil for your cruise, plus some reserve. All 4-cycle engines require oil be maintained in the crankcase. Always check the crankcase oil level before each day’s run. *NOTE: All Yamaha engines installed by EdgeWater Power Boats will be 4-cycle. Always follow the manufacturer’s recommendations and use only the recommended oil types. Don’t attempt to service your outboard or any of its components unless you are thoroughly familiar with its operation and dangers. Many of the moving parts are exposed and can pose an extreme danger to anyone unfamiliar with their operation. Always leave the servicing to a qualified technician. 8

Each manufacturer provides manuals designed to assist you in the proper operation and maintenance of your new engine. If the boat is to be kept in saltwater for an extended period, electrolysis and marine growth can become a problem. When leaving your boat in salt water overnight or for an extended period, tilt the engine as high out of the water as possible. This will decrease the possibility of marine growth on the outside of the engine, as well as reduce the potential of marine growth compromising the cooling water inlets in the lower unit, which can cause overheating. Do not paint your outboard’s lower unit with paints designed for boat hulls. Some can cause severe damage to your engine. Check with your engine manufacturer to get their recommendation. Do not attempt control adjustments unless you are very familiar with their function, operation and adjustment. Failure to properly adjust the system components can adversely affect your boat’s performance and safety and may also result in severe engine damage. Please return all warranty cards for boat, engine and other related items. This will assist you in the event you have a warranty problem. 3.2 Engine Cooling System All outboard engines are cooled by water taken in through ports in the lower part of the drive section. Make sure these ports are free of debris or other items that might cause the flow to be restricted. Maintain a routine vigilance to see that the visual inspection streams have a steady flow of water. If they do not, shut down the engine to see if they are clogged or if there is a more serious problem. Be especially watchful if you have gone through an area of vegetation or shallow water as the intake ports can become clogged with weeds, dirt or other debris. Do not run your outboard without water coming into the lower unit. The water pump impeller can be damaged in only seconds of this type of operation. 3.3 Propellers A turning propeller moves the boat through the water, forward or backward. They should always be clean and free from nicks or dings, which can adversely affect performance. The propeller selection is based on the horsepower of the engine and its relationship to the size and weight of the boat. Propeller sizes are determined by two numbers, which appear on different propellers at various locations. They are listed in sequence, for example 13 x 17. The first number is the diameter of the propeller and the second is the pitch. Pitch is the theoretical distance the propeller moves through the water with each complete revolution. The larger the number, the greater the theoretical movement. It also follows that the larger the number the greater horsepower is required to turn it. With a load which is “normal”, or usual for your boating activities, the engine should be able to reach its maximum operating RPM range at wide open throttle (WOT) and full trim. With a light load on smooth water, the engine should reach its manufacturer’s rated maximum operating RPM at wide open throttle (WOT) and moderate trim. If it does not, you may have a propeller which has too much pitch. If it goes beyond the maximum recommended RPM range, you may have too little pitch. Neither condition is good for the engine. You will get shorter engine life and poorer performance than your boat and motor were designed to provide. 9

If your boat came from the factory with propellers selected by EdgeWater and Yamaha Engineering, it should already be optimized for the performance of your boat. Before changing the pitch or diameter of your propeller, always check with your dealer to determine how the changes will affect your boat and engine performance. Certain modifications such as bottom paint or options that affect weight balance and/or wind resistance may lower peak rpm. Always check with your dealer first if optimum rpm cannot be attained. Very heavy loads will affect the ability of your boat to reach maximum RPM. 3.4 Engine Power Tilt and Trim The power tilt and trim system on your outboard provides the ability to optimize the running angle of your EdgeWater 280CX to allow for load and sea conditions. Moving the outboard lower unit toward the transom is generally referred to as trimming “in”, while moving the outboard lower unit away from the transom is referred to trimming “out”. It is generally best to have the engine trimmed in for acceleration from displacement to planning mode. This brings the bow down and requires less fuel and effort on the engine’s part to plane off the hull. Once on plane, the engine should be trimmed “out” to optimize performance and minimize fuel consumption. The first 20° of movement aft of the transom are referred to as trim and is the area generally used to operate the boat while on plane. The area beyond the first 20° is referred to as tilt and is usually reserved for operating in shallow water or at idle speeds only. While running under normal conditions, the bow should be in a 3° to 5° up angle to maximize the hull’s ride and performance. When sea conditions are rougher than normal, bringing the bow slightly down may improve the ride and will also allow the boat to remain on plane at a lower speed. Your boat will only achieve maximum RPM when the engines are properly trimmed out. 3.5 Engine Instrumentation The following is presented to familiarize you with the instruments, which may be on your boat. Every boat is not equipped with the same instrumentation. All factory installed Yamaha engines include Yamaha’s digital multifunction Command Link Plus display. Refer to your engine operator’s manual for use details. Tachometer The tachometer displays the number of revolutions per minute (RPM) the engine is turning. There is a designed operation RPM range for the engine. Become familiar with the operating range of your engine and its operating characteristics. The tachometers designed to aid the boater to assure the engine performs within that designed range. The tachometer can be used to better understand the performance of your engine and your EdgeWater 280CX. By monitoring your tachometer as you operate your EdgeWater, you will find RPM ranges that work better in certain sea and load conditions. Be alert the tachometer operation may provide an early indication of difficulty, before it becomes irreversible. 10

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