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Baja Performance H2X Owner's Manual
Summary of Performance H2X
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Baja marine owner’s manual h2x owner’s manual part number: mrp 1813657 © baja marine corporation 2006 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 h2x ® 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 the features ...
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Iii h2x ® 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 maintenance infor...
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Iv h2x ® 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 are the engine...
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V h2x ® 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 a copy of t...
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Vi h2x ® h2x o wner ’ s m anual • t able of c ontents i ntroduction 1. This manual ............................................................Iii 2. Your responsibilities ..............................................Iii 3. Sources of information ...........................................Iii 4. De...
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Vii h2x ® 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 h2x ® 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 discontinue ...
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H2x ® 1.1 r speed changes you. Tm. 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 operato...
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H2x ® 1.2 s ection 1 • s afety r speed changes you. Tm. 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...
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H2x ® 1.3 s ection 1 • s afety r speed changes you. Tm. Dangerous concentrations of carbon monoxide will be present if: • the engine exhaust systems leak; • a nearby vessel's engine is running • insufficient fresh air is circulating where people are present; and • fumes move from the rear of the boa...
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H2x ® 1.4 s ection 1 • s afety r speed changes you. Tm. 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 effor...
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H2x ® 1.5 s ection 1 • s afety r speed changes you. Tm. 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...
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H2x ® 1.6 s ection 1 • s afety r speed changes you. Tm. 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 an...
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H2x ® 1.7 s ection 1 • s afety r speed changes you. Tm. 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. The boat operator must keep her or his attention focused not only on what's ahead but what's on the left, right a...
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H2x ® 1.8 s ection 1 • s afety r speed changes you. Tm. 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 h2x boat is design category c. The wind speed and wave height specified as the upper lim...
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H2x ® 1.9 s ection 1 • s afety r speed changes you. Tm. 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 ster...
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H2x ® 1.10 s ection 1 • s afety r speed changes you. Tm. Divers flags (fig. 1.10.1) code alpha flag sport diver's flag red white blue white 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 vert...
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H2x ® 1.11 s ection 1 • s afety r speed changes you. Tm. 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...
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H2x ® 1.12 s ection 1 • s afety r speed changes you. Tm. 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 tid...
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H2x ® 1.13 s ection 1 • s afety r speed changes you. Tm. 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 o...
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H2x ® 1.14 s ection 1 • s afety r speed changes you. Tm. 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 ...
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H2x ® 1.15 s ection 1 • s afety r speed changes you. Tm. 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...
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H2x ® 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 and safety cod...
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H2x ® 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 any sudden or...
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H2x ® 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.) h2x s pecifications overall length ................................................................24'½" overall length (w/ drive down)......................................
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H2x ® 2.3 s ection 2 • g eneral b oat a rrangement b asic b oat d imensions and c learances (m etric ) h2x s pecifications overall length..............................................................7.33 m overall length (w/ drive down).....................................7.59 m beam (width)...........
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H2x ® 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) deck hatch gauges helm seat passenger seat inspection plate aft bench seat engine hatch cleat cleat navigation / anchor lt. (st...
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H2x ® 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 engine. Movin...
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H2x ® 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, beaching and ...
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H2x ® 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 maximum full t...
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H2x ® 2.8 s ection 2 • g eneral b oat a rrangement i nserting the a ft r emovable n avigation / a nchor l ight ( l ocated at the s tern of the b oat ) (f ig 2.8.2) anchor light mast screw in type connector compression type connector deck anchor light fitting b. O il p ressure , w ater t emperature ,...
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3.1 h2x ® 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 running properly. ...
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3.2 s ection 3 • u sing y our b oat h2x ® 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 efore f ueli...
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3.3 h2x ® 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 engine is saf...
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3.4 s ection 3 • u sing y our b oat h2x ® • 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 nstruction and ...
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3.5 h2x ® 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, then return to...
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3.6 s ection 3 • u sing y our b oat h2x ® 10. S teering s ystem the steering system is an enclosed push-pull cable that is hydraulically assisted (power steering) at the stern drive end (fig. 3.6.1). The cable and its connections to the steering wheel and to the out drive must be inspected at least ...
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4.1 h2x ® 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 emulsion beneath t...
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4.2 h2x ® 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 and pumps o...
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4.3 h2x ® 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 system used...
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4.4 h2x ® 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 the propell...
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H2x ® 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 h2x standard gasoline fuel system consists of a 80 gallon fuel tank, fuel tank vent, an anti-siphon ...
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H2x ® 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 that static el...
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H2x ® 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. • fill lev...
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H2x ® 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 a charged c...
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H2x ® 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 jumper cables in ...
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H2x ® 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 is probably a...
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H2x ® 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 drawing con...
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H2x ® 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 r e d 14 a w...
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H2x ® 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 i b s start ...
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6.7 h2x ® 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 terminal d c a p...
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H2x ® 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 equipment locations ...
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H2x ® 7.2 s ection 7 • o ptions & a ccessories 2. A utomatic f ire e xtinguisher s ystem (o ption ) the h2x 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 release the extinguishant as...
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H2x ® 7.3 s ection 7 • o ptions & a ccessories bimini top or sunshade must not be used when the vessel speed exceeds 45 mph. Damage to boat or bimini may occur. Removing or installing canvas on the water can be difficult since rough water or wakes can cause you or your passengers to lose their balan...
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H2x ® 7.4 s ection 7 • o ptions & a ccessories refer to owner's manual packet for instructions and warranty information on depth finder. 8. S tereo s ystem your h2x comes with a clarion cmd4 am/fm stereo package from marine audio. Clarion's cm design eliminates the need for after-market housing kits...
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H2x ® 7.5 s ection 7 • o ptions & a ccessories c. H olding t ank o peration waste from the head is directed into the holding tank located in the engine room. The holding tank fluid level indicator is located on the main distribution panel or in the head which indicates 3/4 full, full and do not flus...
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8.1 h2x ® 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 • • • bilge area cle...
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8.2 h2x ® 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/service ref...
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8.3 h2x ® 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 propeller size part ...
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8.4 h2x ® 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 many of these...
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8.5 h2x ® 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 expiration dates....
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8.6 h2x ® 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 sure that they ...
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8.7 h2x ® 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 security of you...
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8.8 h2x ® 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 equipment a...
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8.9 h2x ® 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 compartment ...
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8.10 h2x ® 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 ..................................... Stowed b oat...
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8.11 h2x ® 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. 4. Engine o...
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8.12 h2x ® 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 equipment and the p...
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8.13 h2x ® 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 h2x ® 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 h2x ® 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. Following prope...
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9.2 s ection 9 • c are & r efinishing h2x ® • 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 growth on its bot...
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9.3 h2x ® 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 loose dirt, part...
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9.4 s ection 9 • c are & r efinishing h2x ® t his p age i ntentionally l eft b lank.
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I ndex h2x ® 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 marine manufa...
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I ndex h2x ® t his p age i ntentionally l eft b lank.