Meridian 580 Pilothouse Owners Manual

Date of Purchase __________________________________________________ Port Engine Serial Number: _________________________________________ Starboard Engine Serial Number: ____________________________________ Hull Identification Number: __________________________________________ Hull Identification Number • The Hull Identification Number (HIN) is located on the starboard side of the transom. • Record the HIN (and the engine serial numbers) in the space provided above. • Please refer to the HIN for any cor- respondence or orders. © 2004 Meridian 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 Meridian. 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, Meridian 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, Meridian 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 Meridian products meet or exceed USCG (Unites States Coast Guard) and/or NMMA (National Marine Manufacturer’s Association) construction standards. Manufactured with 1,1,1 Trichloroethane, a substance which harms public health and environment during the manufacturing process by destroying ozone in the upper atmosphere. Proprietary Rights This document discloses subject matter in which Meridian has proprietary rights. The information and design disclosed herein were originated by and are the property of Meridian. 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 Meridian. This document is to be returned upon request to Meridian. HIN LOCATION

CONTENTS 1 Chapter 1: Welcome Aboard! 1 Dimensions and Tank Capacities 1 Layout View 1 Dealer Service 2 Warranty Information 2 Boating Experience 2 Engines & Accessories Guidelines 2 Engine & Accessories Literature 3 Safety Standards 3 Qualified Maintenance 3 Structural Limitations 4 Special Care For Moored Boats 4 Sacrificial Anodes (Zincs) 5 Boat Lifting 6 Carbon Monoxide (CO) 6 Facts about CO 7 Where and How CO Can Accumulate 7 How to Protect Yourself and Others From CO 8 Trip Checklist 8 Monthly Checklist 8 Annual Checklist 8 Carbon Monoxide Alarm System 9 More Information 10 Chapter 2: Locations 10 Exterior Views 10 Hull Views 11 Deck Views 12 Helm Stations 13 Component Locations 27 Chapter 3: Propulsion & Related Systems 27 Engines 28 Exhaust System 29 Engine Room Ventilation System 30 Fuel System 31 Fuel Fills & Vents 31 Fuel Transfer Pump (If Equipped) 31 Fuel Filters 32 Oil Change System (If Equipped) 32 Fire Suppression System (If Equipped) 33 Shaft-Transmission Alignment 34 Chapter 4: Controls & Gauges 34 Steering 35 Rudder Stuffing Gland 35 Autopilot (If Equipped) 36 Shift/Throttle Controls 36 Engine Synchronization (If Equipped) 36 Trim Tabs 37 Docking On Command (D.O.C.) System (If Equipped) 38 Gauges 38 Cleaning Gauges 38 Gauge Fogging 38 Radio Transmission Interference 38 Twin Engine Readings 38 Fuel Gauge 39 Chapter 5: Navigation & Communication Equipment 39 Compass 39 Depth Finder 39 VHF Radio (If Equipped) 40 Radar (If Equipped) 40 Global Positioning System (GPS) (If Equipped) 41 Chapter 6: Plumbing 41 Bilge Pumps 43 Autofloat Switches 44 Seawater Systems 44 Seacocks 44 Seawater Strainers 45 Raw Water Washdown (If Equipped)

46 Freshwater System 47 Freshwater System Winterization 48 Water Heater 48 Winterizing the Water Heater 49 City Water Inlet 49 Transom Shower 50 Drain Systems 50 Deck Drains 50 Galley Sink Drain 50 Sump Pump Drain Systems 51 Sump Box Cleaning 51 Sump System Winterization 52 Marine Head with Holding Tank 52 Electric Head 52 Winterizing The Marine Head 53 Macerator (If Equipped) 53 VacuFlush (If Equipped) 54 Chapter 7: Deck Equipment 54 Cleats 54 Windlass (If Equipped) 55 Davit (If Equipped) 56 Canvas 57 Chapter 8: Appliances & Entertainment Systems 57 Refrigerator 57 Electric Stove (If Equipped) 58 Range/Oven 58 Audio & Visual Equipment 58 Dockside Television & Telephone Inlet 59 Chapter 9: Lights 59 Care and Maintenance 59 Interior & Exterior Lights 59 Spotlight (If Equipped) 60 Chapter 10: Heating & Air Conditioning 60 Air Conditioning System (If Equipped) 62 Diesel Heat (If Equipped) 63 Electric Heaters (If Equipped) 64 Chapter 11: Electrical System 65 12-Volt DC System 65 Batteries 65 Battery Switches 66 Fuses and Circuit Breakers 66 12-Volt Accessory Outlet(s) 66 Alternators 66 Battery Charger or Inverter/Charger 67 Alternating Current (AC) System 68 Shore Power 69 Connecting To Shore Power 69 Shore Power Cable Hoist (If Equipped) 70 Inverter Power (If Equipped) 70 Generator (If Equipped) 72 Generator Starting & Stopping 73 Electrical Routings 73 Deck Electrical Harness 74 Hull Electrical System 75 Radar Wing Harness 76 Command Bridge Shell Harness 77 Battery Cable Routing 78 Battery System 79 Bonding Harness 80 Wiring Diagrams 80 Electrical Symbol Key 80 Wire Color Key 81 Smartcraft Electrical System 82 Hull Harness 83 Pilothouse Harness 84 Pilothouse Connector 84 Salon Harness 84 Arch Harness 85 V-Berth Harness 85 Diesel Heater (Option) 86 Command Bridge Harness 86 Generator Harness 87 DC Panel 88 AC Panel 89 Receptacle Circuits 89 Battery & Charging System 90 Important Records 91 Float Plan

Hazard Boxes & Symbols The hazard boxes and symbols shown below are used throughout this manual to call attention to potentially danger- ous situations which could lead to either personal injury or product damage. Read ALL warnings carefully and follow ALL safety instructions. DANGER! ! This box alerts you to immediate hazards which WILL cause severe personal injury or death if the warning is ignored. 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! ! NOTICE This box calls attention to installation, operation or maintenance information, which is important to proper operation but is not hazard related. EXPLOSION HAZARD! NO OPEN FLAME! HOT HAZARD! ROTATING PROPELLER HAZARD! FALLING HAZARD! ELECTRICAL HAZARD! CO POISONING HAZARD! FIRE HAZARD! RUN BILGE BLOWERS FOR 4 MINUTES!

1 580 Motoryacht • Owner’s Manual Chapter 1: Welcome Aboard! • This Owner’s Manual provides specific information about your yacht. • Additional information about safe operating practices, general boating regulations, and proper maintenance techniques is included in the Cruiser & Yacht Owner’s Manual Supplement. • The engine and accessories installed on your boat come with their own operation and maintenance manuals. • Unless noted otherwise, all engine and accessory literature referred to in this Owner’s Manual is included in your owner’s packet. • Before using your yacht, study this Owner’s Manual, the Cruiser & Yacht Owner’s Manual Supplement, and all engine and accessory literature carefully. • Keep this Owner’s Manual, the Cruiser & Yacht Owner’s Manual Supplement, and all owner’s packet literature, on your yacht in a secure, yet easy to get to place. Dimensions and Tank Capacities Layout View Dealer Service • Ask your dealer to explain all systems before taking delivery of your yacht. • Your dealer is your key to service. • Contact your dealer if you have any questions or problems with your new yacht. • If your dealer cannot help, call our customer service hotline: 360-403-2198 or send us a FAX: 360-403-1158. • Buy replacement parts from any authorized Meridian dealer. Overall Length Bridge Clearance Beam Draft (Hull) Draft (Maximum) Fuel Capacity (gal.) Freshwater Capacity (gal.) Waste Holding Tank Capacity (gal.) 59' 4" 19' 7" 17' 2" 3' 4" 4' 11" 800 226 76

Chapter 1: Welcome Aboard! 580 Motoryacht • Owner’s Manual 2 Warranty Information • Meridian offers an Express Limited Transferable Warranty on each new Meridian purchased through an authorized Meridian dealer. • A copy of the Express Limited Transferable Warranty was included in your owner’s packet. • If you did not receive a copy of the Express Limited Transferable Warranty, please contact your dealer or call 360-403-2198 for a copy. Boating Experience If this is your first yacht or if you are changing to a type of yacht you are not familiar with, obtain handling and operating experience before assuming command of the yacht. 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. Engines & Accessories Guidelines • Your yacht’s engines and accessories were selected to provide optimum performance and service. • Installing different engines or other accessories may cause unwanted handling characteristics. • Should you choose to install different engines or to add accessories that will affect the yacht’s running trim, have an experienced marine technician perform a safety inspection and handling test before operating your yacht again. • Certain modifications to your yacht will result in the cancellation of your warranty protection. Always check with your dealer before making any modifications to your yacht. Engine & Accessories Literature • The engines and accessories installed on your yacht come with their own operation and maintenance manuals. • Read and understand these manuals before using the engines and accessories. • Unless noted otherwise, all engine and accessory literature referred to in this Owner’s Manual is included in your owner’s packet. CONTROL HAZARD! A qualified operator must be in control of the yacht at all times. DO NOT operate your yacht while under the influence of alcohol or drugs. WARNING! ! NOTICE When storing your yacht please refer to your engine’s operation and maintenance manuals.

580 Motoryacht • Owner’s Manual Chapter 1: Welcome Aboard! 3 Safety Standards Your yacht’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, all of them were designed to insure your safety, and the safety of other people, vessels and property. In addition to this Owner’s Manual, please read the Cruiser & Yacht Owner’s Manual Supplement and all accessory instructions for important safety standards and hazard information. Qualified Maintenance • Failure to maintain your yacht’s systems (listed in the warning above) as designed could violate the laws in your jurisdiction and could expose you and other people to the danger of bodily injury or accidental death. • Follow the instructions provided in the Cruiser & Yacht Owner’s Manual Supplement, this Owner’s Manual, the engine owner’s manual and all accessory literature. Structural Limitations The command bridge is designed to be lightweight for proper yacht balance. The load limit for this platform is 30 pounds per square foot, evenly distributed. FALLING and ROTATING PROPELLER HAZARD! NEVER allow anyone to ride on parts of the yacht not designed for such use. • Sitting on seat backs, lounging on the forward deck, bow riding, gunwale riding or occupy- ing the transom platform while underway is especially hazardous and will cause personal injury or death. DANGER! ! ROTATING PROPELLER and CARBON MONOXIDE POISONING HAZARD! • NEVER allow anyone to occupy, or hang from, the back deck or swim platform while the engine(s) 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 the yacht is moving and cause personal injury or death. DANGER! ! To maintain the integrity and safety of your yacht, allow only qualified personnel to perform maintenance on, or in any way modify: The steering system, propulsion system, engine control system, fuel system, environmental control system, electrical system or navigational system. WARNING! !

Chapter 1: Welcome Aboard! 580 Motoryacht • Owner’s Manual 4 Special Care For Moored Boats • Whether moored in saltwater or freshwater, your yacht will collect marine growth on its hull bottom. • This will detract from the yacht’s beauty, greatly affect its performance and may damage the gelcoat. • There are two methods of slowing marine growth: 1. Periodically haul the yacht out of the water and scrub the hull bottom with a bristle brush and a solution of soap and water. 2. Occasionally re-paint the hull below the waterline with a good grade of anti-fouling paint. Sacrificial Anodes (Zincs) Your yacht features sacrificial anodes (zincs) to protect underwater metal parts from excessive deterioration. Check the zincs regularly and replace them if they have deteriorated more than 70%. There are many factors that affect the rate at which the zincs deteriorate, including: • Water temperature • Salinity • Water pollution Stray electrical current from the yacht or dock may cause complete deterioration in just a few weeks. If there is rapid zinc deterioration, measure the electrolytic corrosion around your yacht with a corrosion test meter. If the zincs are not bonded correctly, they will not provide protection. NOTICE • To help seal the hull bottom and reduce the possibility of gelcoat blistering on moored yachts, apply an epoxy barrier coating. The barrier coating should be covered with several coats of anti-fouling paint. • Many states regulate the chemical content of bottom paints in order to meet environmental standards. Check with your local dealer about recommended bottom paints, and about the laws in effect in your area. Do not paint between the zinc and the metal surface it contacts and do not paint over the zincs. NOTICE NEW SACRIFICIAL ANODE DETERIORATED SACRIFICIAL ANODE

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