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Baja Performance 245 Owner's Manual

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    Baja marine owner’s manual 245 p erformance owner’s manual part number: mrp 1813653 © baja marine corporation 2005 r speed changes you. Tm..

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    B aja m arine c orporation , 2600 s ea r ay b lvd ., k noxville , tn 37914 f or information call 1-865-971-6270 or fax 1-865-971-6716 i nternet address : http :// www . Bajamarine . Com r speed changes you. Tm..

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    I 245 performance ® congratulations on becoming the new owner of the world’s #1 performance boat. Baja ® marine corporation welcomes you into our worldwide and ever-expanding family of boating enthusiasts. The owner’s manual packet, to be kept on board your baja, gives you important information on t...

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    Iii 245 performance ® i ntroduction 1. T his m anual the material within this manual and your owner’s manual packet: • gives you basic safety information • describes the features of your boat • describes the equipment on your boat • describes the fundamentals of boat use • contains service and maint...

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    Iv 245 performance ® 6. H ull i dentification n umber (hin) the “hull identification number” located on the starboard side of the transom, is the most important identifying factor and must be included in all correspondence and orders. Failure to include it creates delays. Also of vital importance ar...

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    V 245 performance ® r speed changes you. Tm. A bout y our e xpress l imited w arranty baja marine offers an express limited warranty on each new baja purchased through an authorized baja dealer. A copy of the limited warranty was included in your owner’s packet. If for any reason you did not receive...

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    Vi 245 performance ® 245 p erformance o wner ’ s m anual • t able of c ontents i ntroduction 1. This manual ............................................................Iii 2. Your responsibilities ..............................................Iii 3. Sources of information ..............................

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    Vii 245 performance ® s ection 5 • f uel s ystem 1. Fuel system.........................................................5.1 2. Fueling precautions .............................................5.2 a. Static electricity and the fuel system ..........5.2 b. General: .......................................

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    Viii 245 performance ® information in this publication is based upon the latest product specifications available at printing. Baja ® marine corporation reserves the right to make changes at any time, without notice, in the colors, equipment, specifications, materials and prices of all models, or to ...

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    245 performance ® 1.1 s ection 1 • s afety safe boating means: • knowing the limitations of your boat • following the rules of the road • keeping a sharp lookout for people and objects in the water • not boating in water or weather conditions that are beyond the boat's and the operator's capability ...

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    245 performance ® 1.2 s ection 1 • s afety 2. L egally m andated m inimum r equired e quipment consult your national or state boating law enforcement agency. The following equipment is the minimum required by the u.S. Coast guard for a boat less than 26' [7.9 meters] in length. Personal flotation de...

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    245 performance ® 1.3 s ection 1 • s afety dangerous concentrations of carbon monoxide will be present if: • there is an exhaust leak • a nearby vessel's engine is running • insufficient fresh air is circulating where people are present • fumes move from the rear of the boat into the cockpit and cab...

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    245 performance ® 1.4 s ection 1 • s afety even strong swimmers can tire quickly in the water and drown due to exhaustion, hypothermia, or both. The buoyancy provided by a personal flotation device (pfd) will allow the person who has fallen overboard to remain afloat with far less effort and heat lo...

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    245 performance ® 1.5 s ection 1 • s afety 6. A dditional r ecommended e quipment for s afe o peration in addition to legally mandated equipment, the following items are necessary for safe boating especially if your boat is out of sight of land. • first aid kit • visual distress signals for day and ...

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    245 performance ® 1.6 s ection 1 • s afety 9. P ower c apacity the engine options available for your boat have been selected as the best suited for general use for this size boat. Do not install an engine larger than the largest option available. Your boat will be difficult to handle and will be les...

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    245 performance ® 1.7 s ection 1 • s afety 11. M aintain c ontrol on the water there are no marked traffic lanes, no traffic signs or lights, and boats have no turn signals or brakes. The boat operator must keep her or his attention focused not only on what's ahead but what's on the left, right and ...

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    245 performance ® 1.8 s ection 1 • s afety d. Sheltered waters maximum speed: 15 knots (18 mph) maximum wave height: 0.5 meters (1.5 feet) boat use is limited to small lakes, rivers and canals. Your 245 performance boat is design category c. The wind speed and wave height specified as the upper limi...

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    245 performance ® 1.9 s ection 1 • s afety 14. W ater s ports a. S wimming • do not permit anyone to swim from a moving boat, or a boat with an engine running. • many localities prohibit swimming from boats except in designated areas. • make sure boat's engine is turned off and the stern drive, if e...

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    245 performance ® 1.10 s ection 1 • s afety faster - thumb pointed up or palm up, move hand up and down. Speed ok - raise arm and form a circle with thumb and index finger. Stop - raise arm with palm vertical and facing forward. Turn right - extend right arm out from body to the right. Turn left - e...

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    245 performance ® 1.11 s ection 1 • s afety d. F looding , s wamping and c apsizing in the event of flooding, swamping or capsizing: • try to shut off engines, generators and blowers before leaving the boat. • have everyone put on personal flotation devices (pfds). • account for all who were on boar...

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    245 performance ® 1.12 s ection 1 • s afety f. G rounding in the event of running aground: • check for leaks. If water is coming in, stop the intake of water before attempting to get the boat free. • inspect for damage to the hull, propulsion and steering systems. • determine if the tide, wind and c...

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    245 performance ® 1.13 s ection 1 • s afety 18. E nvironmental c onsiderations the following warning is offered for boats sold in the state of california in accordance with california heath & safety code §§ 25249.5-.13: a. F uel and o il s pillage regulations prohibit discharging fuel or oily waste ...

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    245 performance ® 1.14 s ection 1 • s afety 19. N autical t erms abeam – object 90 degrees ( 90° ) to center line on either side of boat. Abaft – a point on a boat that is aft of another. Aft - toward the rear or stern of the boat. Beam - the maximum width of a boat. Bilge - the lowest part of the h...

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    245 performance ® 1.15 s ection 1 • s afety 20. K ey to s ymbols on c ontrols & p rints these symbols may be found on your controls and gauges and/or used in this owner's manual. This page is to help you understand what the symbols mean. Propulsion system trim propulsion system trim bow up propulsio...

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    245 performance ® 1.17 r speed changes you. Tm. 21. W arning l abel l ocations w arning l abel l ocations (f ig 1.17.1) california residents only the above warning is attached to the steering wheel prior to delivery of any boats sold in the state of california in accordance with california health an...

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    245 performance ® 2.1 s ection 2 • g eneral b oat a rrangement ! Caution do not use cleats for lifting. 2. P assenger l ocations 1. When the boat is moving, all passengers must be on the seating provided or, if standing, holding on firmly. While the person at the wheel must alert passengers before a...

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    245 performance ® 2.2 s ection 2 • g eneral b oat a rrangement 3. B asic b oat d imensions and c learances (u nited s tates s tandard s.A.E.) 245 performance s pecifications overall length .................................................................24'5" overall length (w/ drive down).............

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    245 performance ® 2.3 s ection 2 • g eneral b oat a rrangement b asic b oat d imensions and c learances (m etric ) 245 p erformance s pecifications overall length..............................................................7.44 m overall length (w/ drive down).....................................7....

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    245 performance ® 2.4 s ection 2 • g eneral b oat a rrangement 6. G eneral d eck l ayout general deck layout (fig. 2.4.1) fwd rear (aft) left (port) right (stbd) navigation light (bow) cleat deck hatch gauges steering wheel helm seat passenger seat inspection plate aft bench seat engine hatch cleat ...

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    245 performance ® 2.5 s ection 2 • g eneral b oat a rrangement 7. D escription of m ajor c ontrols a. G ear s hift and t hrottle c ontrol the shift/throttle control unit for the engine is activated by individual handles. (see figure 2.5.1) the shift handle must be in neutral position to start your e...

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    245 performance ® 2.6 s ection 2 • g eneral b oat a rrangement c. T railer s witch the trailer switch (power tilt) is not to be confused with the power trim function. The trailer switch is to be used only when the engine is off. The trailer switch allows the drive unit to be raised for trailering, b...

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    245 performance ® 2.7 s ection 2 • g eneral b oat a rrangement 8. I mportant g auges a. T achometer and h our m eter the tachometer (see figure 2.7.2) indicates the revolutions per minute (rpm) of the engine (it does not indicate the speed of the boat). Your engine operator's manual indicates the ma...

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    245 performance ® 2.8 s ection 2 • g eneral b oat a rrangement 9. N avigation and a nchor l ights navigation lights must be on while underway from sunset to sunrise or in conditions of reduced visibility. "underway" means the boat is not docked or at anchor. Trolling or drifting with engine off is c...

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    3.1 245 performance ® s ection 3 • u sing y our b oat 1. P re -l aunch , l aunch and p ost - l aunch c hecklist listed below are the critical items you must check and do each time you use your boat. It does not list all of the necessary maintenance and service items required to keep your boat runnin...

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    3.2 s ection 3 • u sing y our b oat 245 performance ® 3. F ueling the b oat the fuel fill cap is located on the port side of the boat (figure 3.2.1). Do not mistake the water tank fill and waste pump out caps for the gasoline fill cap. Refer to your engine manual for the proper grade of gasoline. B ...

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    3.3 245 performance ® s ection 3 • u sing y our b oat • shut off gas burning appliances (gas stove, etc.). • close all hatches, doors, and keep engine compartment closed to prevent gasoline fumes from entering the cabin or cockpit area. • all passengers must leave the boat until it is refueled and e...

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    3.4 s ection 3 • u sing y our b oat 245 performance ® • if there are passengers not wearing pfds, the pfds must be readily accessible. “readily accessible” means out of the storage bag and unbuckled. • all throwable flotation devices (cushions, rings, etc.) must be right at hand. 6. P assenger i nst...

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    3.5 245 performance ® s ection 3 • u sing y our b oat it is recommended that the bilge blower run all the time the engine is running. 6. Place drive unit in full down/in position. 7. Put shift control lever into neutral; then for a: cold engine - move throttle lever forward to full open throttle, th...

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    3.6 s ection 3 • u sing y our b oat 245 performance ® 3. If you are leaving the boat for more than two hours, turn battery switches off (fig. 3.6.1) ( fig . 3.6.1) 10. S teering s ystem the steering system is an enclosed push-pull cable that is hydraulically assisted (power steering) at the stern dr...

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    4.1 245 performance ® s ection 4 • b ilge & u nderwater g ear 1. B ilge a. F uel & o il s pillage regulations prohibit discharging fuel or oily waste in navigable waters. Discharge is defined as any action which causes a film, sheen or discoloration on the water surface, or causes a sludge or emulsi...

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    4.2 245 performance ® s ection 4 • b ilge & u nderwater g ear except for checking the operation of the bilge pump using the on position, leave the switch in the off (auto) position. In the off (auto) position, when the bilge liquid is deep enough to activate the float switch, the bilge pump turns on...

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    4.3 245 performance ® s ection 4 • b ilge & u nderwater g ear c. I mpact to s tern d rive the stern drive can be damaged by impact, either while trailering or boating. To minimize the possibility of impact damage while trailering, keep the stern drive raised to the trailering position. The hydraulic...

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    4.4 245 performance ® s ection 4 • b ilge & u nderwater g ear f. Install the thrust washer, propeller, continuity washer, thrust hub, propeller nut retainer and the propeller nut onto the shaft (figure 4.3.3). G. Place a block of wood between the gear case and the propeller (figure 4.4.1) and torque...

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    245 performance ® 5.1 s ection 5 • f uel s ystem 1. F uel s ystem section 3 • using your boat contains important fueling information. Take time to read all the fuel related information in the owner’s manual. The 245 performance standard gasoline fuel system consists of a 37 gallon fuel tank, fuel ta...

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    245 performance ® 5.2 s ection 5 • f uel s ystem 2. F ueling p recautions certain precautions must be carefully and completely observed every time a boat is fueled, even with diesel fuel. Diesel fuel is nonexplosive but it will burn. A. S tatic e lectricity and the f uel s ystem there is a danger th...

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    245 performance ® 5.3 s ection 5 • f uel s ystem • electrical equipment, including blowers – power off. • doors, hatches – closed. • smoking material – extinguished. • inboard tanks – grounded. • filler pipe – marked gas or diesel. • fuel nozzle – in contact with filler pipe to prevent static sparks...

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    245 performance ® 6.1 r speed changes you. Tm. S ection 6 • e lectrical s ystems 1. E lectrical s ystems d irect c urrent (dc) the 12 volt direct current (dc) electrical system (similar to that in your car or truck) derives its power from the battery. An engine-driven alternator keeps the battery in...

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    245 performance ® 6.2 s ection 6 • e lectrical s ystems r speed changes you. Tm. Protective terminal covers, such as rubber boots on electrical connections, must be in place when engine is operating or when working in the engine compartment. Jumper cables are not ignition-protected. Do not use jumpe...

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    245 performance ® 6.3 s ection 6 • e lectrical s ystems r speed changes you. Tm. Zinc anodes require replacement about every six months, if the boat is operated in salt water. In fresh water, the zinc anodes can be replaced about once a year. If the anodes deteriorate more rapidly than this, there i...

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    245 performance ® 6.4 s ection 6 • e lectrical s ystems r speed changes you. Tm. D rive p ump (f ig . 6.4.1) trailer trim blue/white red green/white 14 a wg red 14 a wg green 14 a wg blu e 14 a wg purpl e trailer limit switch to ground block to engine starter 8 awg black 8 awg red 100 amp note: this...

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    245 performance ® 6.5 s ection 6 • e lectrical s ystems r speed changes you. Tm. D rive p ump w / k-p lane t rim t abs (fig. 6.5.1) trailer trim blue/white red green/white trailer limit switch to ground block to 75 amp breaker 8 awg black 8 awg red 100 amp port tab stbd tab 14 a w g b lu e 14 a w g ...

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    245 performance ® 6.6 s ection 6 • e lectrical s ystems r speed changes you. Tm. I gnition s witch (fig. 6.6.1) to engine run circuit 16 awg purple/black 16 awg purple/black lanyard stop switch b exhaust 12 awg red toexhaust breaker from ignition switch ( i ) 16 awg purple/black to engine b run off ...

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    6.7 245 performance ® s witch p anel w ire i nformation (fig. 6.7.1) horn bilg e nav/anc lts blow er cou rt lts engine lt cabi n lts engine hatc h stereo acc acc acc dept h finder exhaus t (156) splash proof connector receptacle (250) heat sealed quick slide receptacle heat sealed 14-16 no ring term...

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    245 performance ® 7.1 s ection 7 • o ptions & a ccessories 1. O ptions & a ccessories l ocations figure 7.1.1 shows the location of some of the components. Take time to walk through your boat, locate the features, and become familiar with their operation and maintenance. Standard & optional equipmen...

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    245 performance ® 7.2 s ection 7 • o ptions & a ccessories 2. A utomatic f ire e xtinguisher s ystem (o ption ) the 245 performance may be equipped with an automatic fire extinguisher system located aft of the engine on the transom. In the event of a fire, the heat sensitive automatic head will rele...

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    245 performance ® 7.3 s ection 7 • o ptions & a ccessories a. C anvas c are and m aintenance see section 9, page 9.2, for instructions on the care and maintenance of your canvas. B. T railering w ith c anvas to trailer your boat with the cockpit cover installed, you must install a mooring cover over...

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    245 performance ® 7.4 s ection 7 • o ptions & a ccessories 8. H ead s ystems your baja ® is available with 2 different head system options. Below is a description of each option. You should be aware of which option(s) your boat is equipped with and read the sections pertaining to it. The owner’s man...

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    8.1 245 performance ® s ection 8 • r equired i nspection , s ervice , & m aintenance item required maintenance/service reference source before every use after first 20 hours every 25* or 50 hours every 50* or 100 hours every 6 mos. Or annually battery check water level owner’s manual p. 6.1 • • • bi...

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    8.2 245 performance ® s ection 8 • r equired i nspection , s ervice , & m aintenance s ummary g uide f or i nspection , s ervice and m aintenance *use in salt water or other severe operating conditions requires shorter maintenance/service intervals **may not be on your boat item required maintenance...

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    8.3 245 performance ® s ection 8 • r equired i nspection , s ervice , & m aintenance 2. U seful s ervice i nformation owner home port boat name registration number state hull serial number warranty registration date engine make & model serial number gear make & reduction ratio serial number propelle...

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    8.4 245 performance ® s ection 8 • r equired i nspection , s ervice , & m aintenance 3. I nspection , s ervice and m aintenance p rotocol a. B ilge a rea many of your boat’s systems have critical features located in the bilge area. A thorough and organized inspection of the bilge area will address m...

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    8.5 245 performance ® s ection 8 • r equired i nspection , s ervice , & m aintenance • check your first aid kit, making certain it is complete and that the items in it have not passed an expiration date. • check the signaling equipment and emergency flares. Make sure all items are within their expir...

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    8.6 245 performance ® s ection 8 • r equired i nspection , s ervice , & m aintenance 5. F itting o ut a fter s torage a. F uel s ystem check the entire fuel system for loose connections, worn hoses, leaks, etc. And repair. This is a primary safety precaution. Check fuel lines for damage and make sur...

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    8.7 245 performance ® s ection 8 • r equired i nspection , s ervice , & m aintenance • check fuel lines for damage and/or leaks. Make sure that they do not come into contact with moving parts. • check carbon monoxide detector to see if operational 6. S ecurity c onsiderations be conscious of the sec...

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    8.8 245 performance ® s ection 8 • r equired i nspection , s ervice , & m aintenance 8. Q uick r eference c hecklist as the owner/operator of a baja ® boat, you are responsible for the safe operation of your boat and the safety of your passengers. Always be sure that required documents, navigational...

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    8.9 245 performance ® s ection 8 • r equired i nspection , s ervice , & m aintenance q uick r eference c hecklist ( cont ’ d ) *if engine fails to start, refer to the engine owner’s manual for further troubleshooting procedures b. P reparing to d epart and a fter l aunching g eneral 1. Bilge/engine ...

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    8.10 245 performance ® s ection 8 • r equired i nspection , s ervice , & m aintenance c. D eparting g eneral 1. Passengers/crew ................................................... Safely seated with pfds on or immediately accessible 2. Lines, fenders and anchor ..................................... ...

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    8.11 245 performance ® s ection 8 • r equired i nspection , s ervice , & m aintenance q uick r eference c hecklist ( cont ’ d ) 3. Ignition .................................................................... Once the motor is cooled down, turn the ignition keys counter clockwise to stop the engine....

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    8.12 245 performance ® s ection 8 • r equired i nspection , s ervice , & m aintenance 9. A fter m arket e quipment c hecklist any safety or operational equipment added to your boat after delivery should be checked for seaworthiness and proper working condition. Use the area below to list any equipme...

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    8.13 245 performance ® s ection 8 • r equired i nspection , s ervice , & m aintenance 10. M aintenance l og follow the recommended maintenance listed on pages 1 & 2 of this section and keep a record of this and all maintenance performed on your boat. Date maintenance description engine hours.

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    8.14 245 performance ® s ection 8 • r equired i nspection , s ervice , & m aintenance m aintenance l og (c ont ’ d ) date maintenance description engine hours.

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    9.1 245 performance ® s ection 9 • c are & r efinishing your new boat has been designed to provide you with years of enjoyment and satisfaction. In order to maintain the factory new appearance of your boat, we recommend the use of yacht bright ™ products designed specifically for pleasure boats. Fol...

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    9.2 s ection 9 • c are & r efinishing 245 performance ® • minor scratches and deeper stains that do not penetrate the gelcoat may be removed by light sanding and buffing. 4. P ermanently m oored or d ocked b oats if permanently moored in salt water or fresh water, your boat will collect marine growt...

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    9.3 245 performance ® s ection 9 • c are & r efinishing the fabric should be cleaned regularly before substances such as dirt, pollen, etc. Are allowed to accumulate on and become embedded in the fabric. The fabric can be cleaned without being removed from the installation. Simply brush off any loos...

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    9.4 s ection 9 • c are & r efinishing 245 performance ® t his p age i ntentionally l eft b lank.

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    I ndex 245 p erformance ® i ndex a accessories. See options & accessories locations b bilge 4.1 blower 4.2 maintenance 4.2, 8.4 pump 4.1 boarding 3.3 breakers. See electrical systems builder’s plate 1.6 c canvas 7.2, 9.2 carbon monoxide 1.2 certifications ce (common european) mark iv nmma (national ...

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    I ndex 245 p erformance ® t his p age i ntentionally l eft b lank.