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2004

396 Motor Yacht

Owner’s Guide

HIN - CDR

2004 Version 1

Congratulations and Welcome Aboard!

This Owner’s Guide was designed to acquaint you with the safe, proper operation andmaintenance of your new boat and its systems. Your first duty as Captain of your newCarver should be to read your Owner’s Guide and all manufacturer-supplied operating andmaintenance instructions found within your Owner’s Information kit.

Be sure to mail in all manufacturer registrations and warranty cards to validate yourCarver and OEM warranties. These warranty cards have been assembled and are containedin the OEM information packets within your Owner’s Information kit.

If you’re new to boating, learn the proper rules of seamanship to ensure the safety of yourpassengers. Refer to Chapman’s Piloting, Seamanship and Small Boat Handling and attenda safe boating class offered by the U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary, United States Power Squad-ron, or any enterprise experienced in conducting safe boating courses.

Thank you for choosing Carver. We’re confident your new boat will provide you and yourfamily with years of enjoyable cruising.

Carver Boat Corporation790 Markham DriveP.O. Box 1010Pulaski, WI 54162-1010USAPhone (920) 822-3214Fax (920) 822-3213www.carveryachts.com

Robert VanGrunsvenPresident

DECLARATION OFCONFORMITY

Model Designation

396 Motor Yacht

Carver Boat Corporation declares that the 396 Motor Yacht complies with EC directive 94/25/EC, and in accordance with the following harmonized standards and the recreationalcraft sectoral guidelines in effect at the time of construction.

ISO Reference (Directive) Requirement (RSG) Reference

8666 12216 8469 Annex I 3.212217 8849 8099 Annex V-VIII, XII 3.38665 11812 10088 Article 8 2.114945 12216 12217 2.2 2.315083 10087 9094 3.6 2.415084 14945 15085 2.5 3.18885 11592 11591 3.4 3.510240 11192 7840 3.7 3.88846 10133 11105 3.9 412215 9093 13592 5.1.1 5.1.39097 13297 15584 5.2.1 5.2.28847 8848 9775 5.3 5.4.110592 13929 15852 5.5 COLREGS10239 4505

Type Examination Certification Number

EC Module B+C BCAR018

Notified Body

IMCI (#0609) Robin J. ClonkeyRond-Point Manager Manufacturing MethodsSchuman 6 Box 6 Carver Boat CorporationB-1040 Brussels 790 Markham DriveBelgium Pulaski, WI 54162

USA

Your Owner’s Information kit contains this Owner’sGuide and a set of manuals referred to as "OEMinformation." Please read the Owner’s Guide andOEM information carefully and familiarize yourselfwith your boat before operating the boat or any of itscomponents or systems.

IMPORTANT: The Owner’s Information kit must beonboard whenever your boat is operated. If you sellyour boat, make sure the new owner receives the entirekit.

This guide explains how to safely operate and maintainyour boat and its various systems. The guide also con-tains safety precautions and operational tips, as de-scribed below.

Describes a hazard that can cause death or severeinjury if the instructions are ignored.

Describes a hazard that can cause serious injury and/or property damage if the instructions are ignored.

Describes a hazard that can cause damage to yourboat or its components if the instructions are ignored.

NOTE: Provides important information that can helpyou avoid problems.

If this is your first boat, or if you are changing to a typeof boat you are not familiar with, for your own comfortand safety, please obtain handling and operation experi-ence before operating the boat. Your dealer or nationalsailing federation or yacht club can advise you of localsea schools or competent instructors.

NOTE: Drawings and illustrations contained within thisguide are included as graphic aids to assist in thegeneral operation and maintenance of your boat. Thesedrawings and graphics do not include all details of

Using Your Owner’sInformation Kit

Owner’s Guide

A TIP FROM CARVER!

There are many people within theCarver organization who are avidboaters. Some of the experiencegained during our years ofboating are presented in thisOwner's Guide. This informationis presented in the left marginand is entitled "A TIP FROMCARVER".

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each system and are not drawn to scale. Do not refer-ence these drawings to order parts or to service yourboat. Contact your authorized Carver Dealer for anyparts or service required for your boat.

The information contained in this Owner’s Guide wascomplete and accurate at the time the guide was printed.Carver reserves the right to change materials, partnumbers, specifications, or system designs at any timewithout notice.

The OEM (Original Equipment Manufacturer) informa-tion is supplied by companies from whom Carver haspurchased components to install in your boat. Thesecomponents include, but are not limited to, standarditems like the engines, sanitation system, various pumps,and 12-volt batteries, as well as optional items like theair conditioning system and navigation systems. TheOEM information explains how to operate and maintainthe components.

If you install an aftermarket accessory on your boat, addthe OEM information that accompanies the accessory tothe Owner's Information kit.

NOTE: If the OEM information conflicts with thisOwner’s Guide, follow the instructions in the OEMinformation.

OEM Information

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The Pre-Delivery Service Record that follows thispage must be completed and signed by your CarverDealer before you take delivery of your new Carveryacht. Your Carver Dealer will prepare your boat fordelivery in accordance with the procedures detailedwithin this document.

Be certain that the boat’s Pre-Delivery Service Recordand all OEM warranty cards have been completed andmailed to their respective companies. Be sure youretain a copy of the Pre-Delivery Service Record foryour own reference.

Carver warrants every boat we manufacture as ex-plained in the Carver Limited Warranty. Your copy ofthe warranty is located in Section 9. Please reviewthe warranty carefully.

The Warranty Registration that follows this page isthe first step in activating your Carver limited war-ranty. This document must be completed and signedby you and your Carver Dealer before you take deliv-ery of your new Carver yacht. Failure to complete andregister this Warranty Registration could void yourCarver limited warranty.

Your Carver Dealer will review the terms of theCarver warranty and make certain the warranty isregistered with Carver.

To ensure that the warranty remains in effect duringits lifetime, Carver Boat Corporation, your CarverDealer, and you must each uphold specific responsi-bilities. These responsibilities are described in Sec-tion 9.

At time of delivery, make a complete inspection of theboat and its systems. Document any work that needsto be completed by the Dealer in order to meet theterms of your agreement.

There are two cards located at the end of this Preface.These are Second and Third Owner RegistrationCards. We strongly recommend that the purchaser ofa previously-owned Carver register ownership withCarver.

Pre-Delivery ServiceRecord

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WarrantyRegistration

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SECOND OWNER REGISTRATION

Owner's Name:

Street Address:

City: State: Zip Code:

Telephone: ( ) Date of Purchase:

Purchased From:

Boat Hull Identification Number: CDR

Second Owner Registration does not extend, alter, or transfer the Carver Limited War-ranty. Refer to the Carver Limited Warranty for details.

THIRD OWNER REGISTRATION

Owner's Name:

Street Address:

City: State: Zip Code:

Telephone: ( ) Date of Purchase:

Purchased From:

Boat Hull Identification Number: CDR

Third Owner Registration does not extend, alter, or transfer the Carver Limited Warranty.Refer to the Carver Limited Warranty for details.

CARVER BOAT CORPORATIONP O BOX 1010PULASKI WI 54162-1010

CARVER BOAT CORPORATIONP O BOX 1010PULASKI WI 54162-1010

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SECTION 1 BOATING SAFETY

Boating Safety

Safe Operation ............................................................................ 2Safety Recommendations ................................................. 2Adverse Conditions ........................................................... 3Emergency Procedures ..................................................... 6Safety Equipment ............................................................ 11

Owner’s Responsibilities .......................................................... 14Safe Boating Courses ...................................................... 14Rules of the Road ............................................................ 15Documentation ................................................................ 15Drugs and Alcohol ........................................................... 16Distress Calls................................................................... 16Voluntary Inspections ..................................................... 16Boating Accidents ........................................................... 16Boating Regulations ........................................................ 17Pre-Departure Actions..................................................... 18

Carbon Monoxide (CO) Warnings ............................................. 19Preventing CO Exposure ................................................. 19Identifying CO Exposure ................................................. 21Treating CO Exposure ..................................................... 21

Warning Labels ......................................................................... 21

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Boating safety is your responsibility. You must fullyunderstand the operating procedures and safety precau-tions in the Owner’s Information kit and this owner’sguide before you operate your new boat. Safe boating isno accident.

Safe operation includes, but is not limited to, the follow-ing.

• Keep your boat and equipment in safe operatingcondition. Inspect the hull, engines, safety equip-ment, and all boating gear regularly.

NOTE: Federal law requires you to provide andmaintain safety equipment on your boat. ConsultU.S. Coast Guard, state, and local regulations toensure your boat has all required safety equipmentonboard. Additional equipment may be recom-mended for your safety and that of your passengers.Make yourself aware of its availability and use.

• Be very careful when fueling your boat. Be sure youknow the capacity of your boat’s fuel tank and theamount of fuel used when operating at frequentlyused engine speeds (RPMs). Refer to the “Specifi-cations” portion of Section 9 for the fuel tankcapacity. Refer to the “Fueling” portion of Section5 for information on fueling your boat.

• Make sure you have enough fuel onboard for antici-pated cruising requirements. In general, use 1/3 ofyour supply to reach your destination and use 1/3 toreturn. Keep 1/3 in reserve for changes in yourplans due to weather or other circumstances.

• Be sure fire extinguishing and lifesaving equipmentis onboard. This equipment must meet regulatorystandards, and it should be noticeable, accessibleand in proper operating condition. Your passengersshould know where this equipment is and how touse it.

• Keep an eye on the weather. Be aware of possiblechanging conditions by checking local weatherreports before your departure. Monitor strongwinds and electrical storms.

Safe Operation

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• Always keep accurate, updated charts of the areayou are cruising. Back up charts if you use a chartplotter.

• Before you leave the port or harbor, file a Float Planwith a family member, relative, friend, or otherresponsible person ashore.

• Always operate your boat with care, courtesy andcommon sense.

• Instruct at least one passenger onboard in the basicoperation of your boat. This person can take over ifyou unexpectedly become unable to do so.

• Do not allow passengers to ride on parts of yourboat other than designated seating areas.

• Ask all passengers to remain seated while the boatis in motion.

• Do not use the boarding platform or boarding ladderwhile either or both of the engines are running.

• Understand and obey the “Rules of the Road.”Always maintain complete control of your boat.

• Do not overload or improperly load your boat.

• Do not travel faster than conditions warrant orbeyond your abilities.

• Do not operate your boat in weather or sea condi-tions beyond your skill and experience.

• Do not operate your boat while under the influenceof drugs and/or alcohol.

• Do not operate your boat if your visibility is im-paired.

Weather

Storms rarely appear without advance notice. Check theweather forecast before you begin a day of boating. Beaware, however, that weather conditions can changerapidly. If you have a marine radio, listen to theweather reports issued by the U.S. Coast Guard and

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others. If you have a portable radio, keep it tuned to astation broadcasting frequent weather reports. Manyboating clubs fly weather signals. Learn to recognizethese signals, and listen to your local forecasts beforeleaving port.

WEATHER SIGNALS

Your surroundings can also be a good indicator of chang-ing weather conditions. Watch for changes in winddirection or cloud formations. There is no substitute fora good understanding of weather conditions and what todo when the weather takes a turn for the worse.

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Fog

Fog is a result of either warm-surface or cold-surfaceconditions. You can judge the likelihood of fog formationby periodically measuring the air temperature and dewpoint temperature. If the difference between these twotemperatures is small, fog is likely to develop.

Remember the following guidelines:

• Unless your boat is well equipped with charts andnavigational equipment, head for shore at the firstsign of fog and wait until conditions improve. If youhave charts on board, take bearings as fog sets in,mark your position, and continue to log your courseand speed.

• Make sure all persons onboard put on their per-sonal flotation devices.

• If your boat has sounding equipment, take sound-ings regularly and match them with depths shownon your charts.

• Station a person forward in the boat as a lookout.

• Reduce your speed. From time to time, stop enginesand listen for other fog signals.

• Sound the horn or fog bell intermittently to warnothers.

• If there is any doubt in continuing your excursion,anchor. Listen for other fog signals while continu-ing to sound your fog horn or bell.

Storms

At all times, the boat operator should be aware ofpresent weather conditions and the weather forecast. Ifstorms are a possibility, keep a watch on the horizon,especially to the West for approaching storms. Monitorthe weather forecast on a marine channel or localweather station. It would be best to return to a safe portif time allows.

Other steps to follow to weather the storm include:

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• Close portlights, exterior doors and hatches andsecure them. Stow all loose gear below deck and tiedown any gear on deck.

• Reduce speed as the seas build. Make sure allpersons onboard have put on their personal flota-tion devices.

• Drop a sea anchor to maintain the bow into theseas. If you do not have a sea anchor onboard, use acanvas bucket, tackle box, or other object that willwork like an anchor.

Radar reflectors (if installed on your boat) should be 18inches, measured diagonally. They should be placed 12feet above the waterline, otherwise, a boat with radarmay have trouble “seeing” your boat.

The following is not an exhaustive list of situationswhich may be encountered while boating. You shouldobtain training to handle any emergencies which mayarise.

Fire

Any fire onboard your boat is serious. Explosion ispossible. Develop a fire response plan. Respondimmediately.

To help prevent a fire onboard your boat, keep yourbilges clean and check for fuel and gas vapors at regularintervals. Also, DO NOT fit free-hanging curtains orother fabrics in the vicinity of or above the stove top orother open flame devices. Do not store any materials orequipment of any kind in the engine room.

Every boater should develop a fire response plan todetermine what kind of fire (fuel, electrical, etc.) mightbreak out, where it might break out, and the best wayto react. Have a plan and, if possible, assign responsi-bilities to others to allow quicker decisions and reac-tions.

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Never:• Obstruct passage ways to exits and hatches.• Obstruct safety controls, such as fuel valves, gas

valves and electrical system switches.• Obstruct portable fire extinguishers in lockers.• Leave the boat unattended when cooking or heat-

ing appliances are in use.• Use gas lights in the boat.• Modify any of the boat's systems (especially

electrical, fuel or gas).• Fill any fuel tank or replace gas bottles when

machinery is running or when cooking or heatingappliances are in use.

• Smoke while handling fuel or gas.

NOTE: Everyone onboard should know where fireextinguishers are and how to operate them.

In case of fire:

• Stop the engines immediately.

• If the fire is in the engine room, shut off the bilgeblowers immediately. Do not open the hatch tothe engine room. The fire will flare up if the freshair supply increases suddenly.

• Keep the fire downwind if possible. If the fire is aft,head into the wind.

• Have all persons onboard put on their personalflotation devices.

• If you can get at the fire, aim the fire extinguisherat the base of the flames and use a sweeping motionto put out the fire.

• If the fire gets out of control, make a distress signaland call for help on the radio.

Deciding whether to stay with the boat or abandon shipwill be difficult. If the decision is to abandon ship, allpersons onboard should jump overboard and swim asafe distance away from the burning boat.

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Smoking, poor maintenance or carelessness whenrefueling can cause hazardous conditions. Alwaysfollow proper refueling procedures for your boat.

Flooding

If your boat is taking on water from a leak in the hull,turn on your bilge pumps. Assign someone to bail outthe bilge and investigate the cause of the flooding. Whenthe source of the leak is found, attempt to repair it.

Almost anything can be stuffed into a hole to stop theleaking temporarily. Material used to stop a leak willwork better if it is applied from the outside where waterpressure can help hold it in. If necessary, station a crewmember to hold the plug in place if the plug is appliedfrom the inside. In all cases, station a crew member orpassenger to watch the plugged area and alert others ifit fails.

Swamped or Capsized Boat

If your boat becomes swamped or capsizes, put on apersonal flotation device immediately and set off adistress signal. Chances are good a capsized boat willstay afloat. For this reason, stay with the boat. Do notleave the boat or try to swim to shore except underextreme conditions. A capsized boat is easier to see thana swimmer, and the shore may be further away than itappears.

If water is coming over the bow, reduce headway andturn the boat slightly so that the bow is slightly off frommeeting the waves head on. Drop a sea anchor andadjust the length of the line to hold the bow at the mostfavorable angle.

Collision

If a serious collision occurs, check everyone onboard forinjuries, then inspect the boat to determine the extentof the damage.

• Prepare to help the other craft unless your boat orits passengers are in danger.

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• If the bow of the other craft penetrated your boat’shull, prepare to plug the fracture once the boats areseparated.

• Shore up the hole inside your boat with a spare lifejacket or bunk cushion.

• While plugging the hole, trim weight to get the holeabove the water level during repairs, if possible.

• If your boat is in danger of sinking, have everyoneonboard put on their personal flotation devices.

• If your boat has a radio, contact the U.S. CoastGuard or other rescue authorities immediately onVHF channel 16 or CB radio channel 22. (You mayalso be able to use VHF channels 9 or 13 or yourcellular phone in some states).

Running Aground

Excessive weight in the fore or aft sections of the boatwill cause a trim change and may yield greater draftthan expected. Equip your boat with a good qualitydepth-measuring instrument and allow ample waterbelow the hull while operating.

If your boat runs aground, check everyone onboard forinjuries, then inspect the boat for damage. If lightlygrounded, shift the weight of the passengers or gear toheel the boat while reversing engines. If towing becomesnecessary, use a commercial towing service.

Never attach a tow line to a deck cleat or anchor wind-lass. The cleats and windlass are not designed to takethe full load of the boat and may pull free from thedeck, causing serious injury or property damage.

Man Overboard

You should know what to do in case someone fallsoverboard. Emergency procedures are published inChapman’s and instruction is offered by the U.S. CoastGuard.

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If a person falls overboard, hypothermia may be animmediate concern. Hypothermia occurs when aperson’s body loses heat faster than the body can replaceit. If not rescued, the person will become exhausted orlikely drown. In general, the colder the water, the fasterbody heat is lost. Personal flotation devices increasesurvival time because they provide insulation.

WATER SURVIVAL CHART

WaterTemp. (°F)

32.532.5-4040-5050-6060-7070-80Over 80

ExhaustionUnconsciousness

Under 15 min.15-30 min.30-60 min.1-2 hr.2-7 hr.3-12 hr.Indefinite

Expected Timeof Survival

Under 45 min.30-90 min.1-3 hr.1-6 hr.2-40 hr.3 hr.- IndefiniteIndefinite

Medical Emergency

No one should act as a doctor if they are not prop-erly trained and educated. Someone onboard yourboat should know first aid. First aid training is availablethrough your local Red Cross. Keep a fully stocked firstaid kit onboard your boat at all times.

Equipment Failure

Steering, propulsion or control failure can be preventedby having your boat maintained correctly and checkedperiodically. If systems onboard your boat do fail, radiofor help or signal with flags and wait until help arrives.

Radio Communication

You are responsible for obtaining a radio operator’spermit and knowing and following proper rules andprocedures. Private boats are not required to have theirradio on at all times; however, if your radio is on, itshould be tuned to channel 16 unless it is being activelyused. Channel 16 is the frequency for emergency calls orinitial calls between boats. After establishing contact onchannel 16, change your frequency to channel 22.

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More information on radio communications can be foundin Chapman’s Piloting.

Distress Signals

The operator is required to lend assistance to a craft indistress as long as your life or boat is not put in harm’sway in the process. Good Samaritan laws protect youfrom any liability incurred while giving aid.

NOTE: Federal law requires you to provide and main-tain safety equipment onboard your boat. Consult U.S.Coast Guard, state and local regulations to ensure yourboat has all required safety equipment onboard. Youmust learn about any additional recommended equip-ment before operating the boat.

Personal Flotation Devices (PFDs)

There must be one U.S. Coast Guard-approved wearablepersonal flotation device of Type I, II, or III for eachperson onboard your boat. The PFDs must be readilyaccessible and in serviceable condition. They must alsobe of a suitable size for each person onboard. ThreePFDs (two wearable and one throwable) are requiredregardless of the number of persons onboard.

PFD Type I, Wearable: This offshore life jacket ismost effective for all waters when rescue may be de-layed. In the water, its design turns most unconsciouspeople from a facedown position to a vertical or face-upposition.

PFD Type II, Wearable: This near-shore buoyant vestis intended for calm inland waters where there is achance of quick rescue. It turns its wearer to a face-upposition, but the turning action is not as pronounced asthe Type I, and it will not turn as many people underthe same conditions as a Type I.

PFD Type III, Wearable: Classified as a flotation aid,this PFD will not turn a victim to a face-up position.This type of PFD is frequently used in water sports.

PFD Type IV, Throwable: You must also have on-board at least one throwable PFD Type IV device. Thedesign of the Type IV device does not allow it to be worn.It must be thrown to a person in the water and held by

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the user until rescued. The most common Type IV PFDsare buoyant cushions or ring buoys. This PFD must bein serviceable condition and immediately available foruse.

Visual Distress Signals

The U.S. Coast Guard requires that all boats operatingon U.S. coastal waters have visual distress signalequipment. Boats owned in the United States andoperating on the high seas must also carry this equip-ment.

Visual distress equipment must be readily accessibleand in serviceable condition. Both pyrotechnic and non-pyrotechnic equipment must be U.S. Coast Guardapproved. This equipment can become ineffective withage. If your equipment’s usage date has expired, replacethe equipment before taking your boat out.

Approved pyrotechnic equipment includes:

• Hand held or aerial red flares• Hand held or floating orange smoke• Launchers for aerial red meteors or parachute

flares.

Approved non-pyrotechnic equipment includes:

• Orange distress flag• Dye markers• Electric distress light.

No one signaling device is ideal under all conditions.Consider carrying various types of equipment. Carefulselection and proper stowage of visual distress equip-ment are very important. Select devices with packagingthat children, but not adults, will find difficult to open,especially if young children are onboard.

Sound Signaling Device

Your boat must have an operable device that can pro-duce a sound signal if conditions require. A horn isstandard equipment on all Carver models.

For boats over 26 feet and under 39 feet, 4 inches, thedevice can be hand or power operated and must be ableto produce a four-second blast which can be heard one-

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half mile away. Refer to the U.S. Coast Guard’s publica-tion “Navigational Rules, International-Inland” fordetails on the appropriate signals.

Boats longer than 39 feet, 4 inches, must have a belland a whistle. These devices must meet the require-ments of the Inland Navigational Rules Act of 1980.

Running and Navigation Lights

Your boat must have running and navigation lights forsafe operation after dark. Observe all navigation rulesfor meeting and passing. Do not run at high speedsduring night operation. Always use common sense andgood judgment when operating your boat at night.

Fire Extinguishers

Fire extinguishers must be approved by the U.S. CoastGuard. The U.S. Coast Guard classifies fire extinguish-ers by the type of fire they can extinguish. These classi-fications include foam, carbon dioxide, chemical, andHalon-type fire extinguishers. Below are the require-ments for fire extinguishers at the time this guide wasprepared.

Boats longer than 26' and shorter than 40': TwoType B-I or at least one Type B-II portable hand extin-guisher. If your boat has a fixed fire extinguishingsystem approved by the U.S. Coast Guard, one Type B-1extinguisher is required.

Boats longer than 40' and shorter than 65': ThreeType B-I or one Type B-I and one Type B-II portablehand extinguishers. If your boat has a fixed fire extin-guishing system approved by the U.S. Coast Guard,Two Type B-I or one Type B-II extinguisher is required.

All fire extinguishers should be mounted in a readilyaccessible location away from the engine room. Every-one onboard should know where the fire extinguishersare and how to operate them.

If your fire extinguisher has a charge indicator gauge,cold or hot weather may affect the gauge reading.Consult the instruction manual supplied with the fireextinguisher to determine the accuracy of the gauge.

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Check and maintain fire extinguishing equipment inaccordance with its manufacturer’s recommendations.Be sure to replace fire fighting equipment, if expired ordischarged, by devices of identical or greater fire fight-ing capacity.

Recommended Equipment

In addition to required equipment, you may want tocarry the following:

• Spare anchor• Heaving line• Fenders• Flashlight• Mirror• Suntan lotion• Spare propeller(s)• Tool kit• Ring buoy• Navigational charts• Mooring lines• Binoculars• Spare parts• Spare pump.

There are several areas you must have knowledge of tooperate your boat in a safe, responsible manner.

Your local U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary and the U.S.Power Squadrons offer comprehensive safe boatingclasses several times a year. You may contact the Boat/U.S. Foundation at 1-800-336-BOAT (2628) or, in Vir-ginia, at 1-800-245-BOAT (2628). For a course schedulein your area you may also contact your local U.S. CoastGuard Auxiliary or Power Squadron Flotilla for the timeand place of their next scheduled class.

Carver also recommends that you read Chapman’sPiloting, Seamanship and Small Boat Handling forfurther information on how to handle your boat invarious situations.

Owner’sResponsibilities

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Rules of the Road Navigating a boat responsibly requires you to complywith a set of rules intended to prevent accidents. Just asyou assume other car drivers know what they are doing,other boaters assume you know what you are doing.

As a responsible boater, you must comply with themarine traffic rules enforced by the U.S. Coast Guard.There are two sets of rules: the United States InlandNavigational Rules and the International Rules. TheUnited States Inland Rules apply to all vessels insidethe demarcation lines separating inland and interna-tional waters. The U.S. Coast Guard lists the trafficregulations in its publication “Navigational Rules,International-Inland.” You can get a copy from yourlocal U.S. Coast Guard Unit or the United States CoastGuard Headquarters, 1300 E Street NW, Washington,D.C. 20226.

Other helpful publications available from the U.S. CoastGuard include “Aids to Navigation” (U.S. CoastGuard pamphlet #123), which explains the significanceof various lights and buoys; the “Boating SafetyTraining Manual” and “Federal Requirements ForRecreational Boats.” Check with your local U.S. CoastGuard station, your Carver Dealer, or a local marinaabout navigational aids unique to your area.

The owner of a boat registered with the U.S. CoastGuard is issued a Certificate of Number. This certificatemust be onboard whenever the boat is in use. Stateregistration is also required. If your boat has a VHFradio onboard, an FCC license must also be displayed.Check with the U.S. Coast Guard or your state regula-tory agency to determine what other records are re-quired on your boat.

In addition to required documents, it is strongly recom-mended that you maintain the following logs. Log booksare available from maritime supply stores.

• A navigation log containing engine speeds, compasscourses and time records, which are essential forboth cruising and maintenance purposes.

• A radio log, which is mandatory on vessels requiredto have a radio. A radio log can be useful to recordunusual events, especially for future litigation.

Documentation

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• A maintenance log to track the type and frequencyof maintenance procedures performed on your boatand its systems. Refer to Section 7 for more infor-mation on maintaining your boat.

• An engine/fuel log, which is essential for calculatingrange and fuel requirements.

• A GPS/Loran log if your boat contains this equip-ment.

Drugs and alcohol adversely affect a person’s ability tomake sound judgments, react quickly and, in general,safely operate a boat. As a responsible boater, you mustrefrain from using drugs or alcohol while operating yourboat. Operating a motorized boat while under the influ-ence of drugs or alcohol carries a significant penalty.

If you have a ship-to-shore radio telephone, heed stormwarnings and answer any distress calls from otherboats. The word “MAYDAY” spoken three times is theinternational signal of distress. Monitor marine radiochannel 16 which is reserved for emergency and safetymessages. You can also use this channel to contact theU.S. Coast Guard or other boaters if you have trouble.Never send a “MAYDAY” message unless there is aserious emergency and you are in need of immedi-ate assistance.

The U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliaries or state boatingofficials in many states offer courtesy inspections tocheck your boat for compliance with safety standardsand required safety equipment. You may voluntarilyconsent to one of these inspections, after which you areallowed time to make corrections without prosecution.Check with the appropriate state agency or the U.S.Coast Guard Auxiliary for details.

The operator of a vessel used for recreational purposesis required to file a report whenever an accident resultsin loss of life or disappearance from a vessel, an injuryrequiring medical treatment beyond first aid, propertydamage in excess of $200 or complete loss of the vessel.

VoluntaryInspections

Boating Accidents

Distress Calls

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BoatingRegulations

In cases of death and injury, reports must be submittedwithin 48 hours. In other cases, reports must be submit-ted within 10 days. Reports must be submitted in thestate where the accident occurred.

It is your responsibility to make sure that your boat isin compliance with all federal, state and local regula-tions. Check with your local U.S. Coast Guard office forrelevant federal regulations. Your state’s Department ofNatural Resources may have some publications avail-able which deal with relevant state laws.

Garbage

Dumping garbage into the sea is a worldwide problem.U.S. Coast Guard regulations prohibit dumping plasticrefuse and garbage mixed with plastic into any waters,and restrict the dumping of other forms of garbage. It isessential that all boaters help to clean our waterwaysby properly disposing of all garbage.

Within three miles of the shore of U.S. lakes, rivers andbays it is illegal to dump plastic, dunnage, lining andpacking materials that float, and any garbage exceptdishwater/greywater or fresh fish parts. From three totwelve miles from shore it is illegal to dump plastic,dunnage, lining and packing materials that float, andany garbage not ground to less than one square inch.From 12 to 25 miles from shore it is illegal to dumpplastic, dunnage, lining and packing materials thatfloat. Beyond 25 miles from shore it is illegal to dumpplastics.

Oil

The Federal Water Pollution Control Act prohibits thedischarge of oil or oily waste into or upon the navigablewaters and contiguous zone of the United States if suchdischarge causes a film or sheen upon, or discolorationof, the surface of the water, or causes a sludge or emul-sion beneath the surface of the water. Violators aresubject to a significant fine.

Septic Waste

On U.S. inland and coastal waters, it is illegal to dis-charge septic waste directly overboard. If your boat isequipped with an overboard discharge option, check

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with your local U.S. Coast Guard office to be sure thatyou are in compliance with federal regulations.

State and Local Ordinances

Your state or locality may have laws limiting speed,noise, or your boat’s wake. Check with your harbormaster to find out whether your boat’s operation isrestricted in any way by local ordinances or state laws.Check with state and local authorities to make surethat you are in compliance with local regulations re-garding marine sanitation, noise, speed and wake.

• Check the weather. Make sure conditions and seaswill not be hazardous during your voyage.

• Make sure all safety equipment is onboard, acces-sible and in good working condition.

• Check the bilge for fuel vapor or water. Ventilate orpump out the bilge as necessary.

• Be sure the horn, navigation equipment and lightsare working properly.

• Instruct guests and crew in safety and operationalmatters.

• Check engine and transmission oil and coolantlevels. After starting the engines, check the over-board flow of cooling water, engine temperaturesand oil pressures.

• Fill fuel tanks as full as you need. Know your tankcapacity and fuel consumption at various RPMsand the cruising radius this gives you. When esti-mating your range, it is best to count on using 1/3of your fuel to reach your destination and 1/3 ofyour fuel to return, with the remaining 1/3 of yourfuel in reserve for emergencies.

• Have a second person onboard capable of takingover the boat’s operation in case you are disabled.

• Before departing, inform a friend or relative whereyou intend to cruise and when you will return sothey can tell the U.S. Coast Guard where to look

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and the type of boat in case you are delayed. Re-member to tell them of your safe return to preventfalse alarms. Do not file a float plan with the U.S.Coast Guard. They do not have the manpower tomonitor all boats.

• Stow all loose gear securely. Fenders and docklinesshould be stowed immediately after getting under-way.

Carbon monoxide (CO) is a colorless, odorless andtasteless gas which is emitted in all engine and gen-erator exhaust. Prolonged exposure to CO can result inunconsciousness, brain damage and death.

Carver has installed CO detectors on your boat. Havethese detectors professionally calibrated at regularintervals.

To help prevent the accumulation of CO in your boat’scabin and in enclosed exterior areas:

• Pay attention to prevailing conditions and provideventilation to induce fresh air and minimize ex-haust re-entry. Position the boat to maximize thedissipation of CO. Be aware that CO can enter theboat through cockpit and deck drains, especiallywhen the cockpit and deck are enclosed.

• Do not operate the engines or generator for morethan a very short period of time while the boat isstationary, especially if the boat is rafted or mooredin a confined area.

• Be aware that mooring and anchoring in an areawhere other boats’ engines or generators are run-ning may put your boat in an atmosphere contain-ing CO, even if your boat’s engines and generatorare not running.

• Keep the engine room hatch(es) closed when operat-ing the engines and generator.

Carbon Monoxide(CO) Warnings

Preventing COExposure

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• Be aware that exterior enclosures can create airflows that draw in and trap CO in the enclosedareas. Provide adequate ventilation to these areas.

• Do not occupy aft lounging areas, including theboarding platform, or swim near the engine exhaustoutlets while the engines or generator are running.

• Because CO production is greater when the enginesare cold, minimize the time spent getting underway.

• Avoid backdrafting. Backdrafting occurs when airmoving past the boat creates a low pressure orsuction area near the stern. This low pressure areacan draw CO into the boat’s cabin and enclosedexterior areas.

Under certain speed and operating conditions, thelow pressure area may form in other areas of theboat and permit CO to enter through openings thatare not near the stern.

To avoid backdrafting:

- Maintain the proper trim angle; avoid a high bowangle.

- Distribute the boat’s load evenly.

- Do not operate the boat at slow speeds, especiallywith a following wind.

- Provide adequate ventilation; make sure the airflow is moving from forward to aft inside thecabin and enclosed exterior areas.

• Have a trained marine technician inspect the boat’sexhaust systems whenever the boat is in for serviceor if you notice a change in the sound of an engineor the generator.

• Maintain the propulsion and generator engines tooptimize their efficiency; this in turn reduces COemissions.

For additional information on carbon monoxide as itrelates to boating, please contact marine organizationsthat produce safety publications.

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Treating COExposure

Identifying COExposure

In high concentrations, CO can be fatal within minutes;however, the effects of lower concentrations can also belethal. Symptoms of exposure to CO are:

• Watering and itchy eyes• Flushed appearance• Throbbing temples• Inattentiveness• Inability to think coherently• Loss of physical coordination• Ringing in the ears• Tightness across the chest• Headache• Drowsiness• Incoherence / slurred speech• Nausea• Dizziness• Fatigue• Vomiting• Collapse• Convulsions.

If you suspect that someone is suffering from exposureto CO, take the following actions immediately:

• Thoroughly ventilate the area if possible• Evacuate the area and move the affected person(s)

to a fresh air environment• Administer oxygen, if available• Get medical assistance• Determine the probable source of the CO and cor-

rect the condition.

Warning labels are posted throughout your boat toprotect you, your passengers, your boat and its equip-ment, and any personal property on the boat. It isimportant to read, understand and obey all warninglabels. Failure to obey a warning label may result inserious injury or damage to the boat, its equipment, orany personal property on the boat.

Warning Labels

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SECTION 2 DC ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

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DC Electrical System

Introduction ............................................................... 26

Batteries..................................................................... 26Engine Batteries .............................................................. 26“House” Battery Bank ..................................................... 27Generator Battery ........................................................... 27Monitoring Battery Voltage Levels ................................. 27Using 12 Volt Equipment ................................................. 28Battery Chargers ............................................................. 29

Operating 12 Volt Equipment .................................... 29DC Control Center............................................................ 30Safety Breaker Panel ....................................................... 39

Battery Maintenance ................................................. 44

Troubleshooting the 12 Volt Electrical System ........ 46

DC Wiring Schematic ................................................. 48

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Your boat is equipped with a 12 volt DC (Direct Cur-rent) electrical system. This is a comprehensive systemthat is designed to meet your present and future 12 voltelectrical needs. Wire-runs and connections are posi-tioned to prevent abrasion and exposure to moisture, aswell as to remain accessible for inspection, repairs, andthe addition of aftermarket electrical accessories.

Wires used throughout the DC electrical system areplastic coated and color-coded. Connections are madeusing crimped connector points. The electrical system isvirtually maintenance free, with only the batteriesrequiring periodic inspection and maintenance.

Your boat's 12 volt DC electrical service has been sepa-rated into three battery banks:

1. Engines (two batteries - one for each engine)2. House (two batteries)3. Optional generator (one battery)

Power from each of the battery banks is regulatedthough a dedicated master disconnect switch. Placing amaster disconnect switch in the "ON" position allowsthe involved battery bank to supply power to its 12 voltequipment. The batteries are arranged along the boat’scenterline in the engine room, beneath a hatch betweenthe propulsion engines.

Each propulsion engine has its own dedicated battery.To provide electricity to the engine starters, place theengine master disconnect switches in the "ON" position.These switches are located on the Safety Breaker Panel,which is in the forward bulkhead of the aft stateroom,next to the salon stairs.

The voltage levels of both engine batteries are moni-tored and maintained through a single 60 amp batterycharger. With your boat connected to a source of ACpower, this battery charger automatically maintains thevoltage levels within the two engine batteries whentheir voltage drops below a predetermined level. Thebattery charger is located in the engine room on the portaft bulkhead. Refer to the "Battery Charger 1" portionof Section 3 for more information on operating thisbattery charger.

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NOTE: Each engine's alternator also maintainsthe charge level within its respective battery when-ever the engine is running.

The 12 volt equipment controlled through your boat'stwo 12 volt circuit breaker panels is powered by the"house" battery bank. To provide electricity to thecircuit breaker panels, place the “house” battery bankmaster disconnect switch in the "ON" position. Thisswitch is located below the lowest step leading from thesalon to the aft deck.

The voltage level in the "house" battery bank is main-tained by either the engine alternators, whenever theengines are running, or by the boat's 60 amp batterycharger, whenever AC power is supplied to your boat.When the battery charger is operating, it automaticallymonitors the "house" battery bank and charges it when-ever its voltage level drops below a predeterminedpoint. The battery charger is located in the engine roomon the port aft bulkhead. Refer to the "BatteryCharger 1" portion of Section 3 for more informationon operating the battery charger.

The optional generator has its own dedicated battery.To provide electricity to the generator starter, place thegenerator master disconnect switch in the "ON" posi-tion. This switch is located near the generator in theforward engine room.

The voltage level of the generator battery is monitoredand maintained by the generator's alternator and by thegenerator's 20 amp battery charger. Refer to the "Bat-tery Charger 2" portion of Section 3 for more informa-tion on operating the battery charger.

Engine Batteries

Read, understand, and follow the procedures de-scribed in Section 5 before starting your boat's en-gines. Improper starting procedures can create haz-ardous situations.

“House” BatteryBank

Generator Battery

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You can determine the voltage level of each enginebattery by activating the battery's dedicated voltmeter.These two voltmeters are grouped within each engine'scombined gauge at both the upper and optional lowerhelms. For each engine, a single gauge provides infor-mation on engine temperature, oil pressure, fuel tanklevel, and battery voltage level. To activate eachengine's gauge, turn the engine’s ignition key one posi-tion to the right.

NOTE: You do not need to start the engine to acti-vate its gauge. Refer to the OEM information fordetails on operating the engines.

"House" Battery Bank

You can determine the voltage level of the house batterybank using the voltmeter located on the DC ControlCenter. The DC Control Center is located in a cabinetnext to the salon entertainment center. When the"house" battery bank master disconnect switch, theMain One circuit breaker on the Safety Breaker Panel,and the System DC Main circuit breaker on the DCControl Center are "ON", the voltmeter indicates thevoltage level within the house battery bank. An amme-ter, located next to the voltmeter, indicates the currentload on the DC electrical system.

If the voltage level in the "house" battery bank becomestoo low, recharge the battery bank by either running theengines or suppling AC power to the boat. Refer to the"Battery Charger 1" portion of Section 3 for moreinformation on charging the "house" battery bank.

While the engines are running, 12 volt equipment canbe used with little concern for excess battery discharge.The power generated by the engine alternators is usu-ally more than adequate to replace any power consumedby 12 volt equipment.

However, without an engine running, a battery willdischarge as it powers 12 volt equipment. Operating 12volt equipment without the engines running or thebattery charger functioning will eventually completelydischarge the battery. The condition of your batteriescan be monitored by referencing the engine voltmetersand "house" battery voltmeter.

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Fully charged batteries that have not been charged ordischarged for at least 2 hours should indicate between12.3 and 12.6 volts. A reading below this level indicatesa partly discharged battery.

Your boat is equipped with two standard battery charg-ers. To operate, these battery chargers require an ACpower source, from either a shore power source or theoptional onboard generator.

When operating, each battery charger monitors thevoltage level within its respective battery bank(s).When the voltage level drops below a predeterminedpoint, the charger automatically recharges the batterybank. With your boat connected to an AC power sourceand your battery charger operating, you can use 12 voltequipment (such as cabin lights) with little concern fordischarging the boat's batteries.

Power to your boat’s 12 volt equipment is controlled bycircuit breakers and, in most cases, individual controlsfor each piece of equipment.

Your boat contains two 12 volt circuit breaker panels:

• DC Control Center• Safety Breaker Panel

The circuit breakers on these panels enable you tocontrol the electricity to either the equipment itself or tothe equipment’s controls by switching the breakers ONor OFF. They also protect the electrical system byautomatically disconnecting the circuit from the powersource in the event of a short or overload. Power issupplied to these two circuit breaker panels by the“house” battery bank.

Never reset a breaker that has been automaticallytripped without first correcting the problem. Failure tofollow this procedure may create a dangerous situa-tion.

NOTE: Sometimes a circuit breaker location is labeledbut no circuit breaker is present. In this case, the compo-

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nent named on the label is an option that is not installedon your boat.

The DC Control Center, located in a cabinet next to thesalon entertainment center, manages the power supplyto most of the 12 volt equipment. To provide power tothis breaker panel, first place the “house” battery bankmaster disconnect switch in the "ON" position. Thisswitch is located below the lowest step leading from thesalon to the aft deck. Next, switch "ON" the Main - Onecircuit breaker on the Safety Breaker Panel. The DCControl Center contains the switches, gauges, andcircuit breakers described below.

Generator

Use this switch to start and stop the optional generator.

Bilge Blower

Use this switch to operate the four bilge blowers. Toactivate this switch, first switch the four Bilge Blowercircuit breakers "ON".

Ammeter

The ammeter indicates the amount of current that isbeing drawn by the components listed on the DC Con-trol Center.

Voltmeter

The voltmeter indicates the amount of voltage that isbeing provided by the "house" battery bank. When the"house" battery bank master disconnect switch is "ON",the Main - One circuit breaker on the Safety BreakerPanel is "ON", and the "house" battery bank is fullycharged, the voltmeter should read 12.3 to 12.6 volts. Ifthe DC electrical system is not operating properly,contact a qualified electrician.

Water Level Gauge

This gauge indicates the amount of water in the freshwater tanks. To activate the fresh water monitoringsystem, switch the Water Monitor circuit breaker onthis panel "ON".

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Grey Water Level Gauge

This gauge indicates the amount of shower and sinkwaste water in the optional grey water tanks. To acti-vate the grey water monitoring system, switch the GreyWater Monitor circuit breaker on this panel "ON".

System DC Main

This breaker controls the flow of electricity to all of theother circuit breakers on this panel. To supply power tothe other circuit breakers, switch the System DC Mainbreaker "ON". To cut the power to the other breakers,switch this breaker "OFF".

Salon Lights

This breaker controls the flow of electricity to the lightswitches in the salon. To supply power to the switches,switch this breaker "ON."

Galley Lights

This breaker controls the flow of electricity to the lightswitch in the galley. To supply power to the switch,switch this breaker "ON."

Aft Stateroom Lights

This breaker controls the flow of electricity to the lightswitches in the master stateroom and aft head. Tosupply power to the switches, switch this breaker "ON."

Forward Stateroom Lights

This breaker controls the flow of electricity to the lightswitches in the guest stateroom and forward head. Tosupply power to the switches, switch this breaker "ON".

Exterior Lights

This breaker controls the flow of electricity to the cour-tesy lights in the cockpit and throughout the boat’sexterior. To turn these lights on, switch this breaker"ON".

Engine Room Lights

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lowest step leading from the salon to the aft deck. Tosupply power to the switch, switch this breaker "ON".

Panel Lights

This breaker controls the flow of electricity to the helminstrument panel light switch. To supply power to theswitch, switch this breaker "ON." Turn on the panellights when the natural light level is insufficient toclearly view the instrument panel.

Navigation Lights

This breaker controls the flow of electricity to the navi-gation light switch at the helm. To supply power to theswitch, switch this breaker "ON."

Anchor Lights

This breaker controls the flow of electricity to the an-chor light switch at the helm. To supply power to theswitch, switch this breaker "ON."

Spotlight

This breaker controls the flow of electricity to the con-trols for the optional spot light. The controls are locatedat the helm. To supply power to the controls, switch thisbreaker "ON". Refer to the OEM information for detailson operating the spot light.

Water Monitor

This breaker controls the flow of electricity to the freshwater monitoring system, including the water monitorgauge. To supply power to the system, switch thisbreaker "ON".

Waste Monitor Aft Stateroom

This breaker controls the flow of electricity to the aftwaste tank’s monitor. The monitor, located in the afthead, indicates the amount of waste in the aft wastetank. To supply power to the monitor, switch thisbreaker "ON".

Waste Monitor Forward Stateroom

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forward head, indicates the amount of waste in the aftwaste tank. To supply power to the monitor, switch thisbreaker "ON".

Grey Water Monitor

This breaker controls the flow of electricity to the moni-toring system, including the grey water monitor gauge,for the optional grey water system. To supply power tothe system, switch this breaker "ON".

Propane

This breaker controls the flow of electricity to the op-tional propane stove in the galley. Before switching thisbreaker "ON", read both the propane stove OEM infor-mation and the "Propane Stove" portion of Section 4.

Spare

This breaker is reserved for aftermarket accessories youinstall on your boat.

Bridge Electronics

This breaker controls the flow of electricity to theflybridge’s electronic equipment, such as the optionalVHF radio, optional auto pilot, and optional radarsystem. To provide power to this equipment:

1. On the Safety Breaker Panel, switch the Main -Two breaker "ON".

2. Switch the Bridge Electronics breaker "ON". Referto the OEM information for details on operating theequipment.

Forward, Mid, and Aft Bilge Pumps

Don’t forget to turn the bilge pumps off. Leaving theforward, mid or aft bilge pump on for extended periodsof time could cause excessive wear to the pump.

These breakers control the flow of electricity to theforward, mid, and aft bilge pump controls, respectively.These controls are located at the helm. Switch thesebreakers "ON" to activate the bilge pump controls.

A TIP FROM CARVER!

A certain amount of water willalways collect in your boat'sbilge, especially in the bilge areawhere the shaft logs are located.The small amount of water thatnormally accumulates is usuallynot enough to activate the bilgepumps’ automatic float switches.While underway and on plane,use the helm switch to turn yourbilge pumps on manually and letthem run for 30 seconds to aminute.


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Aft Stateroom Head Fan

This breaker controls the flow of electricity to the ex-haust fan switch in the aft head. To supply power to theswitch, switch this breaker "ON".

Forward Stateroom Head Fan

This breaker controls the flow of electricity to the ex-haust fan switch in the forward head. To supply powerto the switch, switch this breaker "ON".

Spare


Pressure Water Pump

This breaker controls the flow of electricity to the freshwater system's pressure water pump. After the freshwater tanks are filled, switch this breaker "ON" toactivate the pressure water pump. Refer to the "Prim-ing the Water System" portion of Section 4 for infor-mation on using the pressure water pump to fill andprime the water system.

Forward Waste Pump

This breaker controls the flow of electricity to the for-ward waste pump switch for the optional overboarddischarge system. Use the waste pump to empty theforward waste tank directly overboard. The switch islocated beneath the forward hatch in the salon. Tosupply power to the switch, switch this breaker "ON."Refer to the "Overboard Discharge" portion of Sec-tion 4 for information on using the pump.

Aft Waste Pump

This breaker controls the flow of electricity to the aftwaste pump switch for the optional overboard dischargesystem. Use the waste pump to empty the aft wastetank directly overboard. The switch is located beneath ahatch in the aft of the aft stateroom. To supply power tothe switch, switch this breaker "ON." Refer to the"Overboard Discharge" portion of Section 4 forinformation on using the pump.


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Washdown Pump

This breaker controls the flow of electricity to the op-tional bow and transom raw water washdown pump. Toactivate the washdown pump, switch this breaker "ON".When you are finished using the washdown, turn thewashdown pump off by switching this breaker "OFF".Refer to the "Raw Water Washdown" portion of Sec-tion 4 for information on using the washdown.

Trim Tabs

This breaker controls the flow of electricity to the trimtab controls at the helm station. Trim tabs are used toimprove the running angle of your boat while underway.Switch this breaker "ON" to activate the trim tab con-trols. Refer to the "Trim Tabs" portion of Section 6 formore information on using the trim tabs.

Phone System

This breaker controls the flow of electricity to the boat’stelephone system. To use a telephone on your boat:

1. Connect a shore telephone line to the phone connec-tor located on the port transom.

2. Connect a telephone to one of the phone jacks in theboat.

3. Switch the Phone System breaker "ON". The phonethen operates in the same manner as the phone inyour home.

Spare


Wiper Port

This breaker controls the flow of electricity to the helm'soptional port windshield wiper controls. Use this wiperto clear water from the port windshield. Switch thisbreaker "ON" to activate the wiper controls.

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wiper to clear water from the center windshield. Switchthis breaker "ON" to activate the wiper controls.

Wiper Starboard

This breaker controls the flow of electricity to the helm'soptional starboard windshield wiper controls. Use thiswiper to clear water from the starboard windshield.Switch this breaker "ON" to activate the wiper controls.

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Halon System

This breaker controls the flow of electricity to the firesuppression system in the engine room. Switch thisbreaker "ON" to activate the system. Refer to the OEMinformation for details on operating this equipment.

Bilge Blowers

Always run the bilge blowers for at least 4 minutesbefore starting the boat’s engines or the optionalgenerator.

These four breakers control the flow of electricity to thebilge blower controls at the helm. Switch these breakers"ON" to activate the controls.

Before you turn on the boat’s engines or optional gen-erator, activate the bilge blowers. The blowers removeany flammable vapor that may have accumulated in theengine room, thus preventing the possibility of anexplosion when the engines or generator start.

Bridge Accessories

This breaker controls the flow of electricity to anyaftermarket accessories installed at the helm. Switchthis breaker "ON" to activate these accessories. Refer tothe accessories’ manuals for information on operatingthe accessories.


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DC Outlet Bridge

This breaker controls the flow of electricity to the 12volt outlet located at the helm. You can operate varioustypes of 12 volt equipment from the outlet, such as acellular phone, spot light, and laptop computer. Switchthis breaker "ON" to activate the outlet.

Helm Stereo

This breaker controls the flow of electricity to theflybridge’s optional stereo. To supply power to thestereo, switch this breaker "ON". Refer to the OEMinformation for details on operating the stereo.

Stereo

This breaker controls the flow of electricity to the stereoin the salon. To supply power to the stereo, switch thisbreaker "ON". Refer to the OEM information for detailson operating the stereo.

VHF Radio Lower Helm

This breaker controls the flow of electricity to the op-tional lower helm’s optional VHF radio. Switch thisbreaker "ON" to activate the VHF radio. Refer to theOEM information for details on operating the radio.

GPS/Plotter Lower Helm

This breaker controls the flow of electricity to the op-tional Global Positioning System and optional plotter.Switch this breaker "ON" to activate the GPS andplotter. Refer to the OEM information for details onoperating the GPS and plotter.

DC Outlet Lower Helm

This breaker controls the flow of electricity to the 12volt outlet located at the optional lower helm. You canoperate various types of 12 volt equipment from theoutlet, such as a cellular phone, spot light, and laptopcomputer. Switch this breaker "ON" to activate theoutlet.

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helm. Switch this breaker "ON" to activate these acces-sories. Refer to the accessories’ manuals for informationon operating the accessories.

Horn

This breaker controls the flow of electricity to the boat’shorn controls at the helm. To supply power to the horn’sON/OFF switch, switch this breaker "ON." To operatethe horn, press the horn switch to the "ON" position.

Fuel Transfer Pump

This breaker controls the flow of electricity to the boat'soptional fuel transfer pump controls. The pump islocated in the engine room; the controls are located onthe helm instrument panel.

The fuel transfer pump is installed only when your boathas diesel engines and the optional generator. Since thegenerator draws fuel from only one fuel tank, the fuellevels in the tanks may become unequal. If this occurs,use the fuel transfer pump to pump fuel from one tankto the other until the fuel levels are equal.

Switch this breaker "ON" to activate the pump controls.The fuel transfer switch toggles between the port andstarboard fuel tanks. Placing the switch in the "PORT"position transfers fuel from the starboard tank to theport tank. Placing the switch in the "STBD" positiontransfers fuel from the port tank to the starboard tank.

Refrigerator

This breaker controls the flow of electricity to thegalley’s dual-voltage refrigerator. The refrigerator canoperate on either 110 volt AC power or 12 volt DCpower. To operate the refrigerator using DC power,switch this breaker "ON".

Spare


The Safety Breaker Panel, located in the forward bulk-head of the aft stateroom, next to the salon stairs,manages the power supply to various safety and otherequipment.

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Because of the importance of the safety equipment, thecircuit breakers on this panel should remain "ON" at alltimes. If a circuit breaker trips, immediately identifyand correct the cause of the problem, then reset thebreaker.

Power is always provided to the Auto Bilge Pump, AutoSump, Stereo Memory, Electric Shift, and BatteryCharger circuit breakers on this panel. To providepower to the other circuit breakers, the "house" batterybank master disconnect switch must be placed in the"ON" position. The Safety Breaker Panel contains theswitches and circuit breakers described below.

MANUALSUMP

Fwd Mid Aft

AUTOBILGE PUMP

AUTOSUMP

ELECTRICSHIFT

ELECTRICHEADS

StereoMemory

Fwd Aft Port Stbd

BATTERY CHARGER

StbdEngine

PortEngine

Gen

OilChanger

WINDLASSMAIN

ONE TWO

CODetector

Fwd Aft

SAFETY BREAKER PANEL

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Auto Bilge Pump - Forward, Mid, and Aft

These breakers control the flow of electricity to the bilgepumps. Each pump is activated automatically by a floatswitch whenever water within the bilge rises to a prede-termined level. These breakers must be "ON" wheneverthe boat is in the water.

NOTE: Because the bilge pumps are “hard-wired” to thebreaker panel, they operate automatically regardless ofthe position of the bilge pump breakers. Periodically testeach float switch by lifting the float. The pump shouldturn on when the float is lifted.

Auto Sump - Forward and Aft

These breakers control the flow of electricity to theforward and aft sump pumps. Because the sumps arelocated below the boat's water line, the sump pumps areneeded to pump shower and sink waste water overboardor into the optional grey water tank. Each sump pumpis activated automatically by a float switch wheneverwater within the sump rises above a predeterminedlevel. Switch the Auto Sump circuit breakers "ON"before using the showers or sinks in the heads.

NOTE: Because the condensation from the two state-room air conditioning units drains into the sump, theAuto Sump circuit breakers must be "ON" wheneverthese two air conditioning units are on.

CO Detector

Always activate the CO detectors when the boat'sengines or generator are running. Carbon monoxide isdangerous. Refer to Section 1 of this Owner's Guidefor information on minimizing, detecting and control-ling carbon monoxide accumulation.

Carver has installed several carbon monoxide (CO)detectors on your boat for your safety. This breakermust be "ON" for the CO detectors to operate.

The CO detectors monitor the air throughout the boat’scabin for the presence of carbon monoxide. Carbonmonoxide is a colorless and odorless gas that is presentin engine and generator exhaust fumes. Carbon monox-


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ide is a very dangerous gas that is potentially lethalwhen inhaled.

When your CO detectors are activated, they alert you tothe presence of carbon monoxide in the cabin by emit-ting a loud, high pitched sound. When you hear thisalarm, determine the cause and correct it immediately.

There is a test button on each CO detector. Test eachunit on a weekly basis. If you suspect that a CO detectoris faulty, have your dealer repair or replace it immedi-ately. More information concerning carbon monoxide isincluded in Section 1 of this Owner's Guide.

Stereo Memory

This breaker controls the flow of electricity to the boat’sstereo system. This breaker should always be "ON" tomaintain the information programmed into the stereo’smemory. If this breaker is ever switched "OFF", you willhave to reprogram the stereo. Refer to the OEM infor-mation for details on programming the stereo.

Electric Heads - Forward and Aft

These breakers control the flow of electricity to theelectric toilet pumps. Pressing the button labeled"FLUSH" then flushes the toilet. Refer to the OEMinformation for details on operating the electric toilets.

NOTE: If your boat is equipped with a Vacu-Flushhead, switch these breakers "ON" to activate the vacuumpump. Pressing the foot lever at the base of the toilet thenflushes the toilet.

Oil Changer

This breaker controls the flow of electricity to the op-tional oil change pump. The pump is located in theengine room and is designed to assist you in changingthe propulsion and generator engine oil. Switch thisbreaker "ON" to enable the pump. Refer to the OEMinformation for details on operating the oil changepump.

Electric Shift - Port and Starboard

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control the direction of the boat: forward, neutral, orreverse. The port shift lever controls the port engine;the starboard shift lever controls the starboard engine.Switch these breakers "ON" to activate the shift levers.Refer to the "Shift/Throttle" portion of Section 5 formore information on operating the shift levers.

Main - One

This breaker protects the circuitry between the DCControl Center and the "house" battery bank. Thisbreaker must be "ON" to provide power to the DCControl Center.

Main - Two

This breaker protects the circuitry between the bridgeelectronic equipment and the "house" battery bank. Thisbreaker must be "ON" to provide power to the bridgeelectronic equipment.

Windlass

This breaker controls the flow of electricity to the con-trols that operate the optional windlass. The windlasscontrols are located at the helm. Switch this breaker"ON" to activate the controls. Refer to the OEM infor-mation for details on operating the windlass.

NOTE: The windlass circuit also contains an in-linefuse that protects the windlass switch solenoid. This fuseis located in the rope locker on the bow.

Battery Charger - Port Engine

This breaker protects the circuitry between the batterycharger and the port engine battery. When the breakeris "ON" and the battery’s voltage decreases below apredetermined level, the battery charger automaticallycharges the battery.

Battery Charger - Starboard Engine

This breaker protects the circuitry between the batterycharger and the starboard engine battery. When thebreaker is "ON" and the battery’s voltage decreasesbelow a predetermined level, the battery charger auto-matically charges the battery.


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Battery Charger - Generator

This breaker protects the circuitry between the batterycharger and the generator battery. When the breaker is"ON" and the battery’s voltage decreases below a prede-termined level, the battery charger automaticallycharges the battery.

Port Engine Battery Master Disconnect Switch

This switch controls the flow of electricity from the portengine’s dedicated battery to the port engine’s starter.Placing the switch in the "ON" position provides powerto the engine starter.

Starboard Engine Battery Master DisconnectSwitch

This switch controls the flow of electricity from thestarboard engine’s dedicated battery to the starboardengine’s starter. Placing the switch in the "ON" positionprovides power to the engine starter.

The 12 volt batteries that power your boat's DC electri-cal system are located between the engines on the boat’scenterline.

While the batteries are relatively maintenance-free,there are a few things you can do to increase theireffectiveness and life.

The batteries contain electrolyte which is an acid.Wear gloves and protective eyewear when working onand around the batteries.

When servicing the batteries avoid spilling electrolyteinto the engine compartment or bilge. Also, avoidgetting any salt water in or on the battery. Either ofthese conditions can create a poisonous gas that isharmful if inhaled.

If you spill electrolyte, ventilate the area of the spill.Neutralize the acid in the electrolyte by pouring bakingsoda on the spill. Remove the neutralized electrolyteusing a disposable rag or paper towel.

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Maintaining Your Batteries

1. Keep your batteries fully charged. Batteries thatare kept fully or near fully charged last longer thanbatteries stored with a partial charge. The chargelevel of the batteries can be monitored using thevoltmeters on the helm instrument panel.

2. Inspect the batteries at least once every 30 days.

Disconnect the batteries before cleaning them.

3. Periodically clean the battery terminals and cableconnections.

Remove any accumulation of dirt on the top of thebattery case. Use a wire brush to clean the termi-nals. Coating the terminals with a terminal protect-ing product will help reduce corrosion that can formin these areas.

4. Check that the battery cables are securely attachedto the terminal posts. Tighten the terminal nuts 1/4turn beyond finger tight using a wrench.

5. Check the level of electrolyte in each cell of eachbattery. The correct level is just above the plates. Ifthe fluid level is low, add DISTILLED water onlyuntil the electrolyte is at the correct level. DO NOTOVERFILL the cells.

Remove the batteries from the boat during periods ofextended storage. Store your batteries in a cool (abovefreezing temperature), dry area. All batteries lose somecharge during storage, but the lower the temperaturethe less charge is lost. Avoid storing the batteries in ahumid place. Humidity causes the terminals to corrode.

Check the battery charge level every three monthsusing a hydrometer or voltmeter. If the specific gravityof the battery is less than 1.225 or the voltage is lessthan 12.4 volts, charge the battery. Avoid overchargingthe batteries.


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Problem

12 volt equipmentdoes not function.

Individual 12 voltcomponent does notfunction.

Cabin lights do notcome on or are dim.

Battery does nothold a charge.

Possible Cause

Battery bank master discon-nect switch is in the "OFF"position.

Main - One or Main - Twocircuit breaker on the SafetyBreaker Panel is "OFF".

System DC Main circuitbreaker on the DC ControlCenter is "OFF".

Battery is weak or dead.

Circuit breaker for that com-ponent is "OFF".


A wire within the 12 voltsystem is loose or discon-nected.

The appropriate circuitbreaker(s) on the DC ControlCenter is "OFF".


One or more light bulbs areburned out.

Battery failed.

Possible Solution

Turn the switch to the "ON"position.

Turn both circuit breakers "ON".

Turn the circuit breaker "ON".

Start the engines or activate thebattery chargers.

Switch the circuit breaker forthat component "ON".


Locate and repair the wire.

Switch circuit breaker(s) "ON".


Replace light bulb(s).

Replace with a new battery.

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Possible Solution

Refer to engine OEM informa-tion to tighten the belt.

Possible Cause

Engine alternator belt isloose.

Problem

Engine is runningand voltmeter doesnot indicate ad-equate voltage.


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DC Wiring Schematic

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SECTION 3 AC ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

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AC Electrical System

AC Electrical System ................................................. 54Shore Power..................................................................... 55Generator Power.............................................................. 57

Operating AC Equipment ........................................... 62AC Electrical System Circuit Breaker ............................. 63AC Control Center............................................................ 63

Ground Fault Circuit Interrupters ............................. 72

Electrical Loads ......................................................... 74

Bonding System ......................................................... 76

Troubleshooting the AC Electrical System ............... 77

AC Wiring Schematic (110 Volt) ................................ 79

AC Wiring Schematic (220 Volt) ................................ 80

AC ELECTRICAL SYSTEM SECTION 3

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Your boat is equipped with a 50 amp AC (alternatingcurrent) electrical system. The power for this system issupplied by either a shore power source or the optionalgenerator. The procedures for connecting to a shorepower source and to the generator are explained later inthis section.

All AC power is routed through the AC Control Center,which is located in a cabinet next to the salon entertain-ment center. If your boat was built for use in Europe, allAC power is first routed through an AC ElectricalSystem circuit breaker before it reaches the AC ControlCenter. All of the circuit breakers are described later inthis section.

The AC electrical system is divided into two circuits:Line 1 and Line 2.

Line 1

The Line 1 50 amp circuit of the AC electrical systemprovides power to all of your boat’s AC equipmentexcept for the air conditioning system.

The Line 1 circuit is configured as either 110 volts ACor 220 volts AC. 110 volt AC systems are used in NorthAmerican and Pacific Rim countries. 220 volt AC sys-tems are used primarily in European countries whosestandard electrical system is based on 220 volt power.

Line 2

The Line 2 circuit of the AC electrical system providespower to the air conditioning system.

The Line 2 50 amp circuit is also configured as either110 volts AC or 220 volts AC, depending on the part ofthe world in which the boat was built to operate.

Wiring System

The AC electrical system on your boat uses three color-coded wires.

The black wire carries the current from the powersource to the equipment or receptacle. Each black wireis connected to and protected by a circuit breaker that isinstalled in the AC Control Center.

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The white wire carries the current from the equipmentor receptacle back to the power source.

Ground wires are green. During normal operation,current does not flow through the ground wires.

Buss bars are used in the AC electrical system to helproute and organize the wires. The system's white orneutral wires are connected together at buss bars. Theground wires are also connected together at a separatebuss bar.

Do not touch the black or white wires while the ACelectrical system is connected to a power source.These wires carry enough current to kill or causeserious injury.

NOTE: Remove all perishables from your refrigerator ifyou leave your boat for more than forty-eight hours. Thepower supply to your refrigerator may be interruptedand your food may spoil.

To supply shore AC power to both Line 1 and Line 2,each line must have its own shore power cord connectedto its own shore power source.

To connect to a shore power source:

Do not supply power to the water heater when it isempty. Doing so may damage the unit’s heatingelement and cause a fire.

1. Switch the Water Heater circuit breaker on the ACControl Center "OFF". Do not switch the breaker onagain until your boat's fresh water system has beenfilled, pressurized and primed.

2. Switch the Shore 1, Shore 2, and both Generatorcircuit breaker groups on the AC Control Center"OFF".

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Make sure the shore power cord(s) you use is inexcellent condition with no cuts, nicks or abrasionsin the exterior plastic cover. Also make sure that thecord(s) is specifically designed to connect your boatto a shore power source. Using a damaged cord or acord that is not designed for this purpose can causeelectrical shock resulting in death or serious injury.

3. Locate your 50' shore power cord(s).

4. Connect the female end of the cord(s) to your boat'sshore power receptacle(s). The Line 1 and Line 2receptacles are located on the port side of the stairsthat lead from the boarding platform to the aftdeck.

5. Secure the nonmetallic threaded locking ring thatlocks each cord to the boat’s shore power receptacle.This prevents the cord(s) from being accidentallydisconnected and from arcing due to a gap betweenthe cord plug and the receptacle.

Do not allow the end of the shore power cord(s) tohang in the water. This can cause an electrical fieldto form which can kill or seriously injure nearbyswimmers or passengers.

6. Choose a neat and safe way to route the shorepower cord(s) to the shore power source box.

7. Switch the circuit breaker that is installed in theshore power source box "OFF".

8. Plug the male end of the shore power cord(s) intothe shore power source box.

9. Secure the nonmetallic threaded locking ring thatlocks each cord to the shore power source outlet.This prevents the cord(s) from being accidentallydisconnected and from arcing due to a gap betweenthe cord plug and the outlet.

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11. Switch the AC Main circuit breaker(s), located justbelow each of the boat's shore power receptacles,"ON".

12. Switch the Shore 1 and Shore 2 (if Line 2 is con-nected to a shore power source) circuit breakergroups on the AC Control Center "ON".

13. If the Reverse Polarity indicator(s) on the ACControl Center illuminates, immediately switch theShore 1 and Shore 2 circuit breaker groups "OFF"and disconnect the shore power cord. Notify marinamanagement of the reverse polarity problem anduse a different shore power source box.

If the Power Available indicator(s) illuminates, youcan switch "ON" any of the Line 1 and Line 2 (ifLine 2 is connected to a shore power source) circuitbreakers on the AC Control Center that you wish.

14. Monitor the voltmeter and ammeter while yourboat is connected to the shore power source. Theoperation of the voltmeter and ammeter is de-scribed later in this section.

Only people who are trained and experienced in work-ing with electricity should service your boat's highvoltage AC electrical system. Inexperienced or un-trained people may be killed or seriously injured byincorrectly servicing the AC electrical system.

Always disconnect the boat from the shore powersource and shut off the generator before attempting toservice the AC electrical system.

You can use the optional generator to supply AC powerto both Line 1 and Line 2 when a shore power source isnot available. The generator is installed in the forwardengine room on the boat’s centerline. If your boat has adiesel fuel system, the generator draws fuel from theport fuel tank. If your boat has a gasoline fuel system,the generator draws fuel from either fuel tank, as

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GENERATOR LAYOUT - DIESEL

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Exhaust Thru-Hull Fitting

Generator

Seawater PickupThru-Hull Fitting

Intake SeawaterStrainer

Port Fuel Tank

Seawater OutletThru-Hull Fitting

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Exhaust Thru-Hull Fitting

Generator

Seawater PickupThru-Hull Fitting

Intake SeawaterStrainer

Port Fuel Tank

Seawater OutletThru-Hull Fitting

Muffler

StarboardFuel Tank

Fuel TankSelector Valve

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determined by the position of the fuel tank selectorvalve. When operating a gasoline-powered generator,position the fuel tank selector valve to the fuel tankthat has a higher fuel level.

To start the generator:

1. Read, understand and follow the OEM informationthat describes the generator.

2. The generator starter is powered by its own 12 voltbattery. This battery is located at the forward endof the line of batteries used by the boat’s 12 voltsystems. The batteries are arranged along theboat’s centerline in the engine room, beneath ahatch between the propulsion engines. Power to thegenerator from its battery is controlled by a masterdisconnect switch mounted on the generator. Turnthis switch to the "ON" position.

NOTE: The boat’s generator battery charger auto-matically monitors the voltage level in the generatorbattery and recharges the battery when necessary aslong as the Battery Charger - Gen circuit breaker onthe Safety Breaker Panel is "ON", and the BatteryCharger 2 circuit breaker on the AC Control Centeris "ON".

Never place the generator battery master disconnectswitch to the “OFF” position while the generator isoperating. Doing this can damage the generator oralternator wiring.

3. The generator engine uses seawater as a coolant.Open the seawater seacock before you start thegenerator. This seacock is located beneath theforward hatch in the salon.

4. Switch the four Bilge Blower circuit breakers on theDC Control Center "ON".

5. Turn the bilge blowers "ON" using the blowerswitch on either the DC Control Center or the helminstrument panel.

A TIP FROM CARVER!

Dedicating a 12 volt battery tothe generator provides an impor-tant safety feature. A dedicatedbattery enables you to start thegenerator regardless of thecondition of the two 12 volt ship’sbatteries. If the batteries becomedischarged to the point wherethey are not able to start anengine, start the generator andturn on the battery charger. Thisrecharges the boat’s batteriesand enables you to start thepropulsion engines when thebatteries have been recharged toan adequate level.

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Before starting the generator, operate the bilgeblowers for at least 4 minutes, then inspect the bilgefor fuel vapor. If you detect fuel vapor in the bilge, donot start the generator. Identify and correct thesource of the vapor, then operate the bilge blowersfor at least 4 more minutes before starting the gen-erator. Continue to operate the bilge blowers whilethe generator is running.

The generator STOP/START switch is spring acti-vated. Release the switch from its "START" positionas soon as the generator starts. If you continue tohold the switch in its "START" position after thegenerator starts, you may damage the starter.

While you are attempting to start the generator,never hold the STOP/START switch in the "START"position for more than 10 seconds.

6. A spring-loaded generator STOP/START switch islocated at the top left of the DC Control Center.Push the switch to the "START" position and hold itthere until the generator starts. Release the switchwhen the generator starts.

If the generator does not start within 10 seconds,release the STOP/START switch, wait 1 minute,then try to start the generator again.

7. When the generator is running smoothly, switchthe upper and lower (if your boat has the optionalair conditioning system) Generator circuit breakergroups on the AC Control Center "ON". This con-nects the generator to the boat’s AC electricalsystem. AC receptacles and accessories can now beused in the same manner as when the boat isconnected to a shore power source.

8. To turn the generator "OFF", push the STOP/START switch to the "STOP" position. If you do notintend to use the generator again for at least a fewdays, place the generator battery master disconnectswitch in the "OFF" position.


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9. To change the boat’s AC power source from thegenerator to a shore power source, switch the upperand lower Generator circuit breaker groups on theAC Control Center "OFF". Then connect to a shorepower source as described earlier in this section.

Do not inhale generator exhaust. Generator exhaustcontains carbon monoxide, a poisonous gas. Referto the "Carbon Monoxide Warnings for GasolineEngines" portion of Section 1 for more informationon engine exhaust and carbon monoxide.

Power to your boat’s AC equipment is controlled bycircuit breakers and, in most cases, individual controlsfor each piece of equipment.

Your boat contains one or two AC circuit breaker pan-els:

• AC Electrical System Circuit Breaker• AC Control Center

The circuit breakers on these panels enable you tocontrol the electricity to either the equipment itself or tothe equipment’s controls by switching the breakers ONor OFF. They also protect the electrical system byautomatically disconnecting the circuit from the powersource in the event of a short or overload. Power issupplied to these two circuit breaker panels by either ashore power source or the optional generator.

Never reset a breaker that has been automaticallytripped without first correcting the problem. Failure tofollow this procedure may create a dangerous situa-tion.

NOTE: Sometimes a circuit breaker location is labeledbut no circuit breaker is present. In this case, the compo-nent named on the label is an option that is not installedon your boat.

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AC ElectricalSystem CircuitBreaker

AC Control Center

If your boat was built for use in Europe, it has an ACElectrical System circuit breaker located inside thestorage area next to the berth’s headboard in the aftstateroom. This breaker controls AC power to all of theAC systems in the boat. Switch this breaker "ON" toprovide power to the AC Control Center.

The AC Control Center, located in a cabinet next to thesalon entertainment center, manages the power supplyto the AC equipment. To provide power to this breakerpanel, first provide a source of AC power to the boat,either through a shore power connection or the optionalgenerator. Next, switch "ON" the AC Electrical Systemcircuit breaker, if it is installed on your boat. The ACControl Center contains the gauges, switches, andcircuit breakers described below.

Line Voltage (Voltmeter)

The voltmeter indicates the amount of voltage that isentering the Line 1 or Line 2 part of the AC system,whichever is selected by the Select Voltage switch,described below.

When your is boat connected to a shore power source,the voltmeter should read between 110 and 120 volts ina 110 volt system or between 210 and 240 volts in a 220volt system. If the voltmeter reads 105 volts (205 voltsin a 220 volt system) or less, DO NOT USE THE ACSYSTEM; in this situation, contact the marina's man-agement to identify and correct the problem.

If the voltmeter reads zero voltage, it means that noelectricity is reaching the AC Control Center. Checkyour shore power cord to make sure it is properly at-tached to both the boat and the shore power source.Also, make sure you have turned on the circuit breakersat both the shore power source box and the boat’s shorepower receptacle. If the voltmeter continues to read zerovoltage, contact marina management to ensure that theshore power source is operating properly. If the problemappears to be with your boat’s AC electrical system,have the system inspected by a qualified electrician.

Select Voltage Switch

This switch determines which AC electrical line’s volt-age (Line 1 or Line 2) is shown on the voltmeter.


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Load Current (Ammeter)

The ammeter indicates the amount of current that isbeing drawn from the Line 1 or Line 2 part of the ACsystem, whichever is selected by the Select Load switch,described below.

When the Shore 1, Shore 2, or Generator circuit breakergroups are "ON", all other breakers on the AC ControlCenter are "OFF", and the voltmeter is reading between110 and 120 volts (210 and 240 volts for a 220 voltsystem), the ammeter should read zero amps.

As you switch the circuit breakers on the AC ControlCenter "ON" and turn on their associated equipment orturn on equipment plugged into the AC receptacles, theammeter readings increase above zero amps. Refer to"Electrical Loads" later in this section for informationon the AC electrical system load limits.

Select Load Switch

This switch determines which AC electrical line’s load(Line 1 or Line 2) is shown on the ammeter.

AC Power Selector

Before switching the Shore 1 or Shore 2 circuitbreaker groups "ON", read and understand "ReversePolarity" below.

The four AC Power Selector circuit breaker groups allowyou to provide power to the other circuit breakers on theAC Control Center. Each breaker group consists of twocircuit breakers that operate together.

Sliding lockout plates prevent you from switching "ON"both the Shore 1 and upper Generator breaker groupsor both the Shore 2 and lower Generator breakergroups. Slide each lockout plate to the position neces-sary to expose the breaker group that you need to use.

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Generator (upper) - Switch this breaker group "ON" ifyou are using the optional generator to provide electric-ity to the Line 1 circuit breakers.

Shore 2 - Switch this breaker group "ON" if you areusing a shore power source to provide electricity to theLine 2 circuit breakers.

Generator (lower) - Switch this breaker group "ON" ifyou are using the optional generator to provide electric-ity to the Line 2 circuit breakers.

Power Available Indicators

These indicators illuminate when your boat is connectedto a working shore power source. To provide that powerto your boat’s AC electrical system, switch the respec-tive AC Power Selector circuit breaker group "ON".

Generator Running Indicators

These indicators illuminate when the optional generatoris operating. To provide the generator’s power to yourboat’s AC electrical system, switch the respective ACPower Selector circuit breaker group "ON".

Reverse Polarity Indicators

If reverse polarity occurs, immediately switch theShore 1 and Shore 2 circuit breaker groups "OFF" anddisconnect your power cord(s) from the shore powersource. Notify marina management of the problem.Use a different shore power source box.

Reverse polarity can occur only with 110 volt electricalsystems. If your boat is equipped with a 220 volt sys-tem, disregard this section.

The Line 1 and Line 2 circuits are designed to sense thevoltage difference between the neutral and groundterminal blocks. If the shore power source is incorrectlywired so that the polarity is reversed, the red ReversePolarity light in the shore power source box illuminates.If reverse polarity occurs while your boat is connected toshore power, the Reverse Polarity lights on the ACControl Center illuminate.


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Galley Receptacles

This breaker controls the flow of electricity to the recep-tacles in the galley. Switch this breaker "ON" to supplypower to these receptacles. Use the receptacles as youwould the outlets in your home.

NOTE: If this circuit breaker is "ON" but power is notavailable at any of the receptacles in this group, thecircuit’s GFCI breaker may have tripped. Refer to"Ground Fault Circuit Interrupters" later in thissection for more information.

Forward Receptacles

This breaker controls the flow of electricity to the recep-tacles in the forward (guest) stateroom and forwardhead. Switch this breaker "ON" to supply power to thesereceptacles. Use the receptacles as you would the out-lets in your home.


Exterior Receptacles

This breaker controls the flow of electricity to the recep-tacles on the bridge. Switch this breaker "ON" to supplypower to these receptacles. Use the receptacles as youwould the outlets in your home.


Water Heater

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prime the fresh water system before turning on thewater heater.

This breaker controls the flow of electricity to the waterheater. The water heater supplies hot water to yourfresh water system. Switch this breaker "ON" to supplypower to the water heater. The water heater is locatedbeneath a hatch in the aft stateroom berth. Refer to theOEM information for details on operating the waterheater.

Trash Compactor

This breaker controls the flow of electricity to the op-tional trash compactor located in the galley. Switch thisbreaker "ON" to supply power to the trash compactor.Refer to the OEM information for details on operatingthe trash compactor.

Coffee Maker

This breaker controls the flow of electricity to the op-tional coffee maker. Switch this breaker "ON" to supplypower to the coffee maker. Refer to the OEM informa-tion for details on operating the coffee maker.

Battery Charger 1

This breaker controls the flow of electricity to the bat-tery charger that maintains the voltage levels in theengine and “house” battery banks. The battery chargeris located in the engine room on the port aft bulkhead.Refer to the OEM information for details on operatingthe battery charger.

Battery Charger 2

This breaker controls the flow of electricity to the bat-tery charger that maintains the voltage level in theoptional generator battery. The battery charger islocated in the engine room in the middle of the aftbulkhead. Refer to the OEM information for details onoperating the battery charger.

Spare

These breakers are reserved for aftermarket accessoriesyou install on your boat.

A TIP FROM CARVER!

Whenever your water heater hasbeen winterized for storage, oryour fresh water tanks areempty, Carver recommendstaping the Water Heater breakerin the "OFF" position. This helpsprevent the breaker from acci-dentally being switched "ON"when no water is in the watersystem.


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Salon Receptacles

This breaker controls the flow of electricity to the recep-tacles in the salon. Switch this breaker "ON" to supplypower to these receptacles. Use the receptacles as youwould the outlets in your home.

NOTE: If this circuit breaker is "ON" but power is notavailable at any of the receptacles in this circuit, thecircuit’s GFCI breaker may have tripped. Refer to"Ground Fault Circuit Interrupters" later in thissection for more information.

Aft Receptacles

This breaker controls the flow of electricity to the recep-tacles in the aft (master) stateroom and aft head.Switch this breaker "ON" to supply power to thesereceptacles. Use the receptacles as you would the out-lets in your home.

NOTE: If this circuit breaker is "ON" but power is notavailable at any of the receptacles in this circuit, thecircuit’s GFCI breaker may have tripped. Refer to"Ground Fault Circuit Interrupters" later in thissection for more information.

Range

This breaker controls the flow of electricity to thegalley’s stove. Switch this breaker "ON" to supply powerto the stove. Refer to the OEM information for detailson operating the stove.

NOTE: If your boat contains the optional propane stove,an additional circuit breaker labeled Propane on the DCControl Center must be switched "ON" to operate thestove. Refer to the OEM information for details onoperating the propane stove.

Microwave

This breaker controls the flow of electricity to thegalley’s microwave. Switch this breaker "ON" to supplypower to the microwave. Refer to the OEM informationfor details on operating the microwave.


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Dishwasher

This breaker controls the flow of electricity to the op-tional dishwasher located in the galley. Switch thisbreaker "ON" to supply power to the dishwasher. Referto the OEM information for details on operating thedishwasher.

Central Vacuum

This breaker controls the flow of electricity to the op-tional central vacuum system. Switch this breaker "ON"to supply power to the system. The central vacuum hoseconnection is located in a cabinet below the salon enter-tainment center. Refer to the OEM information fordetails on operating the central vacuum system.

Spare

These breakers are reserved for aftermarket accessoriesyou install on your boat.

Exterior Icemaker

This breaker controls the flow of electricity to the op-tional icemaker located below the optional wet bar onthe bridge. Switch this breaker "ON" to supply power tothe icemaker. Refer to the OEM information for detailson operating the icemaker.

Salon Entertainment

This breaker controls the flow of electricity to the enter-tainment center (TV, VCR, and stereo) in the salon.Switch this breaker "ON" to supply power to the enter-tainment center. Refer to the OEM information fordetails on operating the TV, VCR, and stereo.

Aft Cabin Entertainment

This breaker controls the flow of electricity to the op-tional entertainment center (TV, VCR, and stereo) inthe aft (master) stateroom. Switch this breaker "ON" tosupply power to the entertainment center. Refer to theOEM information for details on operating the TV, VCR,and stereo.


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Refrigerator/Freezer

This breaker controls the flow of electricity to the galleyrefrigerator/freezer. Switch this breaker "ON" to supplypower to the refrigerator/freezer. Refer to the OEMinformation for details on operating the refrigerator/freezer.

A/C Water Pump

Do not switch the A/C Water Pump breaker "ON" untilafter you have opened the seacock that supplies theair conditioning system with seawater. Refer to the"Air Conditioning System" portion of Section 4 formore information.

This breaker controls the flow of electricity to the waterpump that supplies the air conditioning system with seawater. Switch this breaker "ON" to supply power to thewater pump.

Forward Stateroom

Do not switch the Forward Stateroom breaker "ON"until after you have opened the seacock that suppliesthe air conditioning system with seawater. Refer to the"Air Conditioning System" portion of Section 4 formore information.

This breaker controls the flow of electricity to the airconditioning unit located beneath the forward (guest)stateroom berth. Before switching this breaker "ON" tosupply power to the unit, switch the A/C Water Pumpbreaker "ON".

Salon

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tioning System" portion of Section 4 for more informa-tion.

This breaker controls the flow of electricity to the airconditioning unit located in the starboard aft wall of thesalon. Before switching this breaker "ON" to supplypower to the unit, switch the A/C Water Pump breaker"ON".

Aft Stateroom

Do not switch the Aft Stateroom breaker "ON" untilafter you have opened the seacock that supplies theair conditioning system with seawater. Refer to the"Air Conditioning System" portion of Section 4 formore information.

This breaker controls the flow of electricity to the airconditioning unit located beneath the aft (master)stateroom berth. Before switching this breaker "ON" tosupply power to the unit, switch the A/C Water Pumpbreaker "ON".

Spare

This breaker is reserved for expanding the air condi-tioning system.

Certain receptacles on your boat contain Ground FaultCircuit Interrupters (GFCI). The GFCI measures boththe amount of current flowing to the receptacle and theamount of current returning from the receptacle, thencompares the two values. If the values are not the same,the GFCI instantly trips, shutting off power to thereceptacle.

When someone receives an electrical shock through aGFCI receptacle, the current flowing to the receptaclecontinues flowing through the person’s body and intoany grounded object the person is touching or standingon. Thus, the current does not return from the recep-tacle through the appropriate wire. The GFCI “sees”this difference in current and shuts off power to thereceptacle. This limits the amount of time the person isbeing shocked to a brief moment, which can reduce theamount of injury to the person.

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Any electrical shock from the AC electrical system,even through a GFCI receptacle, can cause death orserious injury. Always seek immediate medical atten-tion after receiving such a shock.

GFCI Receptacle Locations

Five GFCI receptacles are installed on your boat. Eachone protects a group of receptacles, both open outletsand those that are already in use for built-in equipmentsuch as the TV, VCR, stereo, coffee maker, and exteriorice maker. A GFCI receptacle is located:

• On the aft, starboard side of the bridge to protectthe exterior receptacles.

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• On the outboard side of the salon entertainmentcenter to protect the salon receptacles.

• On the outboard wall of the galley to protect thegalley receptacles.

• In the forward head above the toilet to protect thereceptacles there and in the forward stateroom.

• On the front of the vanity in the aft head to protectthe receptacles there and in the aft stateroom.

Testing GFCI Receptacles

The GFCI receptacles are identified by Test and Resetbuttons located between the receptacles’ two outlets.

Test each GFCI receptacle once every week:

1. Press the Test button. If the GFCI is operatingnormally, this cuts the power supply to the GFCIreceptacle and to all other receptacles on thatcircuit.

If the GFCI receptacle or any other receptacle on thatcircuit still has power after the Test button ispressed, do not use any of the receptacles on thatcircuit. Contact a qualified electrician to make theappropriate repairs.

2. Plug a lamp or other AC powered device into theGFCI receptacle and turn on the device. The deviceshould not operate.

3. Repeat Step 2 for each receptacle on the samecircuit as the GFCI receptacle.

4. Press the Reset button to restore power to the GFCIreceptacle and to all other receptacles on thatcircuit.

When operating AC powered devices through yourboat’s AC electrical system, be aware that each deviceexerts a “load” on the system. This load is equal to theamount of current (amps) that the device draws from

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ELECTRICAL LOADS

AC Device

FanElectric blanketTelevisionCoffee makerBattery chargerToasterFry panSpace heaterRefrigerator

Approximate Maximum Cur-rent Used (Amps)

0.7 2.0 2.7 6.3 7.310.512.313.7 1.5

the AC electrical system. The AC electrical system, likeyour house’s electrical system, has a maximum totalload that it can handle. The Line 1 and Line 2 (if in-stalled) circuits each have an electrical load capacity of50 amps.

If the total load on the circuit exceeds the circuit’scapacity, the breaker for that circuit trips. This meansthat the devices operating from the circuit are drawingtoo much current.

Do not overload the electrical circuits. If an excessiveload trips a circuit breaker, turn off all devices con-nected to the circuit, then switch the breaker back"ON".

A list of common AC powered devices and the approxi-mate maximum current that they draw when operatingis shown below. If you use an AC powered device thathas an electric motor, such as a vacuum cleaner orelectric drill, the device should have a “motor load plate”mounted on it. This plate lists the current that thedevice draws while operating.

As the chart indicates, appliances that use a motor or aheating element draw relatively large amounts ofcurrent. Therefore, be especially careful when usingcurling irons, toasters, coffee makers, hair dryers, foodmixers or similar types of AC powered devices. Do notuse too many of these types of devices at the same time.


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Your boat is equipped with a comprehensive metallicbonding system that interconnects all underwaterequipment and thru-hull fittings. The bonding systemensures that the “cases” of all metallic equipmentonboard your boat, including the fittings, are at thesame electrical potential. This minimizes corrosion ofthe underwater fittings caused by stray electrical cur-rents.

Included within this bonding system are sacrificial zincanodes that have been installed on each of the boat'spropeller shafts and onto the underwater portion of theboat's transom. These anodes corrode and deterioratebefore the boat's underwater fittings and provide avisual reference to the level of stray current to whichyour boat is being exposed.

Your boat's 12 volt DC electrical system, AC electricalsystem, and the batteries’ negative leads are all con-nected to the bonding system through buss bars. Thebuss bars are located in the engine and aft bilge com-partments and are connected to the transom-mountedzinc plate.

Do not tamper with or modify the boat's bondingsystem. Doing so could threaten the integrity of thesystem.

Monitor the condition of your boat's zinc anodes.Replace the zinc anodes when they have deterioratedto 50% of their original size. Do not allow the zincanodes to completely deteriorate. Refer to the "Mainte-nance Schedule" portion of Section 7 for recom-mended inspection intervals.

NOTE: Damage resulting from stray current or galvaniccorrosion is NOT covered under the Carver limitedwarranty.

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Problem

Voltmeter on the ACControl Center readszero volts.

No power at thereceptacles, but thevoltmeter on the ACControl Centerindicates an ad-equate voltage level.

Possible Cause

Shore power cord is notconnected.

There is no power at theshore power source box.

The circuit breaker installed inthe shore power source box is"OFF".

The AC Main circuit breakerlocated below your boat’sshore power receptacle is"OFF".

If your boat was built for usein Europe, the AC ElectricalSystem circuit breaker is"OFF".

The generator ran out of fuel.

The generator failed.

Voltmeter failed.

A wire within the AC electricalsystem is loose or discon-nected.

The Shore 1 and Shore 2circuit breaker groups (if youare using a shore powersource) on the AC ControlCenter are "OFF".

continued

Possible Solution

Connect the shore power cord.

Contact marina management.

Switch the circuit breaker "ON".



Check the fuel level in the portfuel tank; refuel if necessary.

Contact a qualified electrician tomake the appropriate repairs.



Switch the circuit breakergroups "ON".

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Possible Solution

Switch the circuit breakergroups "ON".

Switch the circuit breakers"ON".

Locate the tripped GFCI andpress the Reset button.

Contact your Carver Dealer tohave the circuit breaker re-placed.

Problem

The Shore 1, Shore2, or Generatorcircuit breakers onthe AC ControlPanel trip immedi-ately after beingreset.

Possible Cause

The Generator circuit breakergroups (if you are usinggenerator power) on the ACControl Center are "OFF".

The Receptacles breakers onthe AC Control Center are"OFF".

A GFCI tripped.

The circuit breaker failed.


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AC Wiring Schematic (110 Volt)

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AC Wiring Schematic (220 Volt)

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NOTES

SECTION 4 INTERNAL SYSTEMS

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Internal Systems

Air Conditioning System ............................................ 84Producing Heat ................................................................ 84Powering The Air Conditioning ....................................... 84

Fresh Water System ................................................... 86Filling The Water Tanks................................................... 86Pressurizing and Priming the Water System .................. 86Using the Water System .................................................. 87

Raw Water Washdowns ............................................. 90

Shore Water................................................................ 92

Bilge System .............................................................. 93Bilge Pump Operation...................................................... 94Garboard Drain ................................................................ 96

Sanitation System...................................................... 96Toilets .............................................................................. 96Emptying the Waste Tanks.............................................. 99

Grey Water Tanks..................................................... 103

Propane Stove .......................................................... 103Checking the System For Leaks ................................... 105

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This section applies only to the optional air conditioningsystem installed at the Carver factory. An air condition-ing system installed as an aftermarket accessory maynot necessarily operate as described in this section.

For the air conditioning system to operate it needs asource of AC power (supplied by either a shore powersource or the optional generator) and a supply of seawa-ter (either salt or fresh).

The factory-installed air conditioning system consists ofthree air conditioning units. The first, a 10,000 BTUunit, is located beneath the forward stateroom berth.This unit cools the forward stateroom, forward head,and galley. Condensation from this unit drains into theforward sump.

The second, a 16,000 BTU unit, is located in a cabinet inthe aft, starboard corner of the salon. This unit cools thesalon and aft head. Condensation from this unit drainsoverboard through a thru-hull fitting on the starboardhull.

The third, a 7,000 BTU unit, is located beneath the aftstateroom berth. This unit cools the aft stateroom.Condensation from this unit drains into the aft sump.

NOTE: Since the air conditioning condensation drainsinto the sumps, the forward and aft Auto Sump circuitbreakers on the Safety Breaker Panel must be "ON"whenever the air conditioning system is on.

The air conditioning system can produce heat when it isoperated in reverse cycle mode. Reverse cycle operation,however, is affected by the temperature of the seawater.As seawater temperature decreases so does the airconditioning system’s ability to produce warm air.Carver recommends that the air conditioning systemnot be operated in reverse cycle mode when the seawa-ter temperature is below 40 degrees F.

1. Remove and clean the air conditioning system’sseawater strainer. The strainer prevents debris inthe seawater from entering the air conditioningsystem. The strainer is located beneath the forwardhatch in the salon. Refer to the "Interior Hatches"portion of Section 9 for the location of this hatch.

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2. Reinstall the seawater strainer. If the strainerleaks when the air conditioning seacock is opened,close the seacock, then check the strainer for cor-rect installation.

3. A single pump supplies all three air conditioningunits with seawater. Open the seacock that sup-plies seawater to the pump. The seacock is locatednear the strainer.

4. Supply AC power to your boat. Refer to the "ShorePower" or "Generator Power" portion of Section3 to do this.

5. If you are using shore power, switch the Shore 1and Shore 2 circuit breaker groups on the ACControl Center "ON".

If you are using generator power, switch the upperand lower Generator circuit breaker groups on theAC Control Center "ON".

Do not run the air conditioning system’s water pumpwhen the seacock that supplies seawater to thesystem is closed. Operating the pump with no sea-water can damage it.

6. Switch the A/C Water Pump circuit breaker on theAC Control Center "ON".

7. Switch all three A/C Unit circuit breakers on theAC Control Center "ON". These breakers supplypower to the controls for each air conditioning unit.

8. Verify that seawater is being pumped through theair conditioning units. As the seawater exits theunits, it flows out of the discharge thru-hull fittingsin the boat’s hull. Refer to the "Thru-Hull Fit-tings" portion of Section 9 for the location of thesethru-hull fittings.

9. Use the controls for each air conditioning unit to setthe desired temperature. The unit controls arelocated in the aft stateroom, salon, and forwardstateroom. Refer to the OEM information for detailson operating the air conditioning controls.

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The capacity of your boat’s fresh water system is ap-proximately 90 gallons. The water is divided betweentwo fresh water tanks and an 11 gallon water heater.The port water tank and starboard water tank are bothlocated beneath the forward hatch in the salon. Thewater heater is located beneath a hatch in the aft state-room berth. Refer to the "Interior Hatches" portion ofSection 9 for the location of these hatches.

The fresh water tanks are filled through a single deckfitting with a plate labeled "WATER". The plate is onthe starboard sidedeck forward of the dinette. Refer tothe "Deck Plates" portion of Section 9 for the locationof this plate.

NOTE: Thoroughly flush and sanitize the water systembefore initial use and at least once each season.

Put only clean, fresh water into your water tanks. Thetanks are full when water is discharged from the watertank vents installed through your boat's hull. Refer tothe "Thru-Hull Fittings" portion of Section 9 for thelocation of the water tank vents. DO NOT overfill thewater tanks or leave the fill hose unattended while thetanks are being filled.

Perform the following ONLY after the fresh water tanksare full.

1. Place the "house" battery bank master disconnectswitch in the "ON" position.

2. Switch the forward and aft Auto Sump circuitbreakers on the Safety Breaker Panel "ON".

3. Switch the Main - One circuit breaker on the SafetyBreaker Panel "ON".

4. Partially open all cold water faucets, including thefaucets for the optional transom hand shower andbow and transom fresh water washdowns.

5. On the DC Control Center, switch the System DCMain circuit breaker "ON", then switch the Pres-sure Water Pump circuit breaker "ON". This acti-vates the boat’s pressure water pump, which pres-surizes the water system. The pump is located

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beneath the forward hatch in the salon. Refer to the"Interior Hatches" portion of Section 9 for thelocation of this hatch.

6. The fresh water system is primed when all air ispurged from the system's pipes. Monitor each sinktap and shower head. When a steady stream ofwater flows from the tap or shower head, close thecold water faucet for that tap or shower head, thenopen its hot water faucet. When a steady stream ofwater again flows from the tap or shower head,close the hot water faucet for that tap or showerhead. When you have done this for each sink tapand shower head, the water system is primed.

When water pressure within the system increases to apredetermined point, the pressure water pump auto-matically shuts off. Priming the system also fills andmaintains the water level within the water heater.

The fresh water system is designed to operate in thesame manner as the water system in your home. Afterfilling, pressurizing and priming the fresh water sys-tem, simply open a faucet to receive fresh water. As youdraw water from the system, the pressure in the systemdecreases. When the pressure decreases to a predeter-mined point, the pressure water pump automaticallyturns on and increases the pressure. This ensures asteady flow of water any time you open a faucet.

Sometimes a recently filled system or one that has notbeen used for some time may need re-priming. This isnormal and is caused by an accumulation of air bubblesat the pressure water pump. To re-prime the freshwater system, repeat the steps in "Pressurizing andPriming the Water System".

Water Heater

Do not supply power to the water heater when it isempty. Doing so may damage the unit’s heating ele-ment and cause a fire. Fill, pressurize and prime thefresh water system as described in "Filling the WaterTanks" and "Pressurizing and Priming the WaterSystem" before turning on the water heater.

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If your boat will be left unat-tended for at least a few days,switch the Pressure Water Pumpcircuit breaker on the DC ControlCenter "OFF". If this breaker isleft on, pressure in the freshwater system may fall and causethe water pressure pump toengage. If this happens fre-quently, it could discharge yourbatteries.

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FRESH WATER SYSTEM

V8053D

Shore WaterFitting

TransomFresh WaterWashdown Transom Hand

Shower

Aft Shower

Aft Sink

Aft Toilet

Wet Bar Sink

Icemaker

Bow Fresh WaterWashdown

Galley Sink

ForwardShower

Forward Sink

Forward Toilet

Washer

Water Heater

Port FreshWater Tank

StarboardFresh WaterTank

PressureWater Pump

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To operate the water heater:

1. Fill, pressurize and prime the fresh water system.This automatically fills the water heater.

2. Switch the Shore 1 or upper Generator circuitbreaker group (depending on the boat’s AC powersource) on the AC Control Center "ON".

3. Switch the Water Heater circuit breaker on the ACControl Center "ON".

4. Refer to the OEM information for details on operat-ing the water heater.

Showers and Sinks

Your boat has a shower in the master (aft) head and ashower compartment off of the forward stateroom.There is a sink in each head and the galley.

Used water from the forward shower, forward headsink, and galley sink drains into a forward sump. Usedwater from the aft shower and aft head sink drains intoan aft sump. Because the sumps are located below theboat’s waterline, a pump is needed for each sump todrain the sump and discharge its water overboard orinto an optional grey water holding tank. When theforward and aft Auto Sump circuit breakers on theSafety Breaker Panel are "ON", each sump pump oper-ates automatically when water in the sump rises abovea predetermined level.

NOTE: The sump pumps can not operate if the forwardand aft Auto Sump circuit breakers are "OFF". Makesure both circuit breakers are "ON" before using theshowers or sinks.

Transom Hand Shower

The optional transom or cockpit hand shower is a conve-nient device that enables you and your guests to rinseoff with warm, fresh water after swimming withouthaving to enter the cabin. The hand shower is especiallyuseful if you operate your boat in salt water.

The hand shower is an integral part of your boat's freshwater system. Simply turn on the faucets and adjustthem for the desired water temperature. The hand

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To obtain the most consistentshower temperature, turn on thecold water faucet fully, thenslowly turn on the hot waterfaucet until the water flowingfrom the shower head is at thedesired temperature. Thismethod keeps the pressurewater pump running, eliminatingwidely fluctuating water tempera-tures.


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Remember that the fresh waterwashdown system draws itswater from the boat's fresh watertanks. Prolonged use of thewashdown system quicklyreduces the amount of freshwater in the water tanks.

shower and its faucets are located in the starboardcorner of the transom.

Fresh Water Washdowns

The optional bow and transom fresh water washdownsenable you to use water from the fresh water tanks towashdown and clean your boat. Fresh water washdownis especially useful if you operate your boat in saltwater.

To use the fresh water washdowns:

1. Locate the bow- and transom-mounted hose fit-tings. The bow-mounted fitting is located inside thestarboard bow rope locker. The transom-mountedfitting is located on the port side of the stairs thatlead from the boarding platform to the aft deck.

2. Attach one end of an appropriately sized nylonwater hose to the hose fitting you wish to use.

3. Attach a nozzle to the other end of the hose. Thebest type of nozzle to use is the “pistol grip” typethat can be opened and closed by squeezing yourhand.

4. Open the faucet at the base of the hose fitting tosupply water to the hose. Use the washdown as youwould a garden hose at your home.

The optional bow and transom raw water washdownsenable you to use seawater to washdown and clean yourboat.

To use the raw water washdowns:

1. Locate the bow- and transom-mounted hose fit-tings. The bow-mounted fitting is located inside thestarboard bow rope locker. The transom-mountedfitting is located on the port side of the stairs thatlead from the boarding platform to the aft deck.

2. Attach one end of an appropriately sized nylonwater hose to the hose fitting you wish to use.

3. Attach a nozzle to the other end of the hose. Thebest type of nozzle to use is the “pistol grip” type

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that can be opened and closed by squeezing yourhand.

4. Remove and clean the raw water washdownsystem’s seawater strainer. The strainer preventsdebris in the seawater from entering the washdownpump. The strainer is located beneath the forwardhatch in the salon. Refer to the "Interior Hatches"portion of Section 9 for the location of this hatch.

5. Reinstall the seawater strainer. If the strainerleaks when the raw water washdown seacock isopened, close the seacock, then check the strainerfor correct installation.

6. Open the seacock that supplies seawater to the rawwater washdown pump.



9. On the DC Control Center, switch the System DCMain circuit breaker "ON", then switch theWashdown Pump circuit breaker "ON".

Do not operate the washdown pump when the sea-cock that supplies seawater to the washdown sys-tem is closed. Operating the pump with no seawatercan damage it.

10. Place the washdown's ON/OFF switch, located nearthe washdown hose fitting, in the "ON" position.This activates the boat’s raw water washdownpump. The pump is located beneath the forwardhatch in the salon. Refer to the "Interior Hatches"portion of Section 9 for the location of this hatch.

11. The raw water washdown pump, when activated,creates pressure in the raw water washdown sys-tem. When the hose nozzle is closed, water pressurewithin the system increases to a predeterminedpoint at which the pump automatically shuts off.When the hose nozzle is open, releasing water from

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Shore Water

the system, the pressure in the system decreases.When the pressure decreases to a predeterminedpoint, the pump automatically turns on and in-creases the pressure. This ensures a steady flow ofwater any time you use the raw water washdown.

Your boat has an optional shore water fitting thatenables your fresh water system to draw water from aland water source while your boat is docked. When youuse shore water you are not drawing water from youronboard water tank. The shore water fitting is locatedon the port side of the stairs that lead from the boardingplatform to the aft deck.

NOTE: Connecting your boat to shore water bypassesthe boat's fresh water tanks and pressure water pump,therefore the water tanks do not get filled. The only wayto fill the fresh water tanks is through the deck platelabeled WATER.

To connect to shore water:

1. Locate the shore water fitting, labeled SHOREWATER, in the transom’s lower starboard corner.Refer to the "Deck Plates" portion of Section 9 forthe location of this plate.

2. Attach one end of a water hose to the shore waterfitting.

3. Attach the other end of the hose to the docksidewater tap.

4. Close all sink and shower faucets.


6. Turn ON the dockside water tap.

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water hose whenever you leave your boat unat-tended.

Your boat is equipped with three automatic bilge pumpslocated beneath the cabin floor. The bilge is the lowestpoint in the interior of the boat's hull where any liquidthat finds its way into the hull will accumulate. Eachpump can pump up to 1500 gallons of water per hour.These pumps have been strategically installed to re-move water that accumulates in three bilge areas:

1. The forward bilge starts below the galley and runsunder the forward stateroom to the bow. The for-ward bilge pump is located beneath a hatch in thecenter of the galley floor.

2. The amidships bilge starts at the base of the engineroom's forward bulkhead and runs to the engineroom’s aft bulkhead. The amidships bilge pump islocated in the engine room near the aft bulkhead. Ifyour boat was built for use in Europe, there is alsoa hand bilge pump in the amidships bilge.

3. The aft bilge runs beneath the aft stateroom floor.The aft bilge pump is located beneath the aft hatchin the stateroom floor. Refer to the "InteriorHatches" portion of Section 9 for more informa-tion on bilge pump access.

Never store anything in the bilges. Storing loose itemsin the bilges could damage pumps, pipes or othercomponents that are essential for the proper operationof your boat.

If you keep your boat in a climate where temperaturescan drop below freezing, make sure that all waterwithin the bilges is drained before you store the boatfor the winter. Water that freezes in the bilge couldcause severe damage to your boat and its compo-nents. Refer to the "Bilges" portion of Section 8 formore information on winterizing the bilges.

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BILGE SYSTEM

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ForwardBilge Pump

AmidshipsBilge Pump

Thru-HullDischarge forForwardBilge Pump

Aft BilgePump

Thru-HullDischarge forAmidshipsBilge Pump

Thru-HullDischarge forAft BilgePump

For safety and convenience, each bilge pump can beoperated either automatically or manually.

The bilge pumps remove almost, but not quite, all of thewater that collects within the bilges. If you want your

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bilges to be completely dry, use a sponge and bucket toremove the small amount of water that remains.

NOTE: Before operating your boat's bilge pumps, wipeup any oil that may have accumulated in the bilge area.Pumping oil overboard contributes to water pollutionand is in violation of the Federal Water Pollution Con-trol Act. Violators are subject to a substantial penalty.

Automatic Operation

Each bilge pump is wired to its own circuit breaker onthe Safety Breaker Panel and then routed to the batter-ies. Incorporated into each bilge pump is a float switch.If the pump is not already operating, the float switchautomatically turns on the appropriate bilge pumpwhen bilge water rises to a predetermined level. Thepumps operate in automatic mode as long as the AutoBilge Pump circuit breakers on the Safety BreakerPanel are "ON". Periodically test each switch by liftingthe float, which should turn the bilge pump on.

NOTE: The Auto Bilge Pump circuit breakers should be"ON" at all times so that the pumps can operate inautomatic mode when necessary.

Manual Operation

The bilge pumps can also be operated manually. A set ofbilge pump control switches have been installed at thehelm to manually control the pumps. To operate thepumps manually:



3. On the DC Control Center, switch the System DCMain circuit breaker "ON", then switch the For-ward, Mid, and Aft Bilge Pump circuit breakers"ON".

When operating a bilge pump in manual mode, turnthe pump "OFF" when the bilge water level is so low

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A certain amount of water al-ways collects in your boat'sbilge, especially where the shaftlog is located. The small amountof water that normally accumu-lates is usually not enough toactivate an automatic floatswitch.

While underway and on plane,use the helm switches to manu-ally turn the bilge pumps on andlet them run for 30 seconds to aminute.

When your boat is on plane,water in the forward and aftbilges flows to the aft of thesebilge areas, where the bilgepumps are located. The midbilge pump is near the lowestpoint in the hull when the boat isat rest.


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Toilets

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Coat the threads of the garboarddrain plug with waterproofgrease before you install the pluginto the garboard drain fitting.This makes it easier to removethe plug at a later date.

Sanitation System

that the pump can not drain it. Allowing the pump tooperate when it is not pumping water can damage it.

4. Place the Forward, Mid, and Aft Bilge Pump con-trols at the helm in the "ON" position. This acti-vates the three bilge pumps.

Your boat is equipped with one garboard drain. Thedrain allows water to drain from the bilges while theboat is in dry storage. The boat and cradle should bepositioned to allow water to flow toward the garboarddrain. The drain is located in the transom in the deep-est portion of the hull's “V."

Make sure the garboard drain plug is securely screwedinto the garboard drain before launching the boat.

Your boat’s sanitation system includes the forward andaft heads, forward and aft waste tanks, and an optionaloverboard waste discharge system. When properly used,this system conforms to all United States antipollutionlaws.

The two types of toilets available for your boat aredescribed below. The electric, fresh water toilet isstandard. If you have guests who are unfamiliar withmarine sanitation systems, instruct them on how toproperly use the toilet. Refer to the OEM informationfor details on operating the toilets.

Electric Toilet

Electric toilets use either fresh water or seawater toflush.

If the toilets use fresh water, there must be water in thefresh water tanks or your boat must be connected toshore water before the toilets can be flushed.

If the toilets use seawater, you must open the seacocksfor the toilets before they can be flushed. The forwardtoilet’s seacock is located beneath a hatch in the galley

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floor. The aft toilet’s seacock is located beneath the afthatch in the aft stateroom floor.

Each electric toilet uses an electric motor to flush. Tooperate the motors:


2. Switch the forward and aft Electric Heads circuitbreakers on the Safety Breaker Panel "ON".

3. Press and hold, for several seconds, the "FLUSH"button mounted near the toilet. The toilet continuesto flush for as long as the button is pressed.

Vacuum Head

The optional vacuum head uses fresh water and vacuumpressure to remove waste from the head. To operate theVacu-Flush system:


2. Switch the forward and aft Electric Heads circuitbreakers on the Safety Breaker Panel "ON".

3. Press the foot pedal at the base of the toilet. Thisflushes the toilet.

It is common for vacuum systems to gradually losevacuum pressure. When pressure in the system dropsbelow a predetermined level, the vacuum pump engagesautomatically to bring vacuum pressure back to theoptimum level.

NOTE: Whenever you don’t want to hear the toilet’svacuum pump operating, such as at night, you cantemporarily shut it off using the Toilet Run/Sleepswitch. This switch is located on the front of the vanityin the aft head and above the toilet in the forward head.Placing the switch in the "Sleep" position shuts off thetoilet’s vacuum pump.

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If your boat will be left unat-tended for at least 48 hours,pump the foot lever in each headseveral times. For electric heads,flush for at least 10 seconds.This ensures that waste hascleared the sanitation transferhose and has entered the wastetank. Waste left in the transferhose tends to dry and harden.This could become an obstruc-tion which prevents the sanita-tion system from operatingproperly.

Make sure that there is always asmall amount of water left in thebowl of the head. This acts as atrap and reduces odors.

If seawater is used to flush thehead, material suspended in thewater (seaweed, aquatic organ-isms, etc.) can become trappedwithin the passages of thesystem and lead to bowl stainingand odors. Contact your marinesupply dealer to obtain an in-linedeodorant dispenser that canminimize these problems.


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STANDARD SANITATION SYSTEM

V8054D

Aft WasteTank Vent

VacuumPump

OverboardDischarge Thru-Hull Fitting

OverboardDischargePump

Aft Waste Tank

Aft Toilet

OverboardDischarge Pump

Forward WasteTank Vent

ForwardWaste Tank

Forward Toilet

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The sanitation system contains two polyethylene wastetanks. The forward tank is located beneath the forwardhatch in the salon. The aft tank is located below the aftstateroom berth. The three systems that dispose ofwaste are described below. The dockside dischargesystem is standard.

Dockside Discharge

With the dockside discharge methods, waste is flushedfrom the heads to the waste tanks where it is storeduntil it can be transferred to a dockside pumpout sta-tion. To empty the tanks:

1. Locate a dockside pumpout station.

2. Remove the forward waste tank deck plate labeled"WASTE" using the cap removal tool supplied withyour boat. This plate is located on the starboardsidedeck next to the dinette. Refer to the "DeckPlates" portion of Section 9 for the location of thisplate.

3. Attach the pumpout vacuum hose to the "WASTE"deck fitting. Because the transfer process uses avacuum action, there must be a secure connectionbetween the transfer hose and the deck fitting.

4. Activate the pumpout vacuum. The pumpoutvacuum transfers onboard waste to the docksideholding station.

5. After all waste is removed, flush the waste tank bypouring a few gallons of fresh water through the"WASTE" deck fitting. Reattach the vacuum hose tothe deck fitting and activate the pumpout vacuumagain to remove the fresh water and any remainingwaste.

6. Replace the "WASTE" deck plate.

7. Remove the aft waste tank deck plate labeled"WASTE" using the cap removal tool supplied withyour boat. This plate is located on the starboardsidedeck just aft of the salon. Refer to the "DeckPlates" portion of Section 9 for the location of thisplate.

8. Repeat steps 3, 4, 5, and 6 for the aft waste tank.

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The WASTE deck plate is notconnected to the fitting and doesnot float. Be careful that youdon’t drop the cap in the waterwhen you remove it.

If you do lose the plate, you canorder a replacement from yourCarver Dealer. WASTE deckplates are dropped overboardfrequently enough that wesuggest you carry an extra inyour onboard spare parts kit.


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As the waste tanks are filled, air is displaced frominside the tanks to outside the boat through vents. Eachvent has a screen covering it. Clean the screens once amonth. Refer to the "Thru-Hull Fittings" portion ofSection 9 for the location of the waste tank vents.

Overboard Discharge

NOTE: It is against the law to discharge waste over-board in many areas of the United States. It is yourresponsibility to make sure that you are in compliancewith all applicable Federal, state and local laws whenusing your boat's overboard discharge system. Peoplewho discharge waste overboard in restricted areas aresubject to significant penalties.

In certain coastal areas of the world it is legal to dis-charge waste into the sea. To accommodate this proce-dure Carver offers an optional overboard dischargesystem for your boat. This system is available only onboats that are exported or used in the coastal areas ofthe United States.

With the overboard discharge system, waste is flushedfrom the toilets to the waste tanks where it is stored.Where it is legal, you can then transfer the waste di-rectly overboard. If overboard discharge is not legalwhere you are, you can either wait until you reach anarea where it is legal or use a dockside pumpout stationto empty the waste tanks.

To empty the tanks:

1. Open the forward waste tank overboard dischargeseacock. The seacock is located beneath the forwardhatch in the salon. Refer to the "Interior Hatches"portion of Section 9 for the location of this hatch.



4. On the DC Control Center, switch the System DCMain circuit breaker "ON", then switch the For-ward and Aft Waste Pump circuit breakers "ON".

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The overboard discharge systemcontains a significant length ofsanitation hose and a number ofsystem components. Whenusing this system in either directoverboard or overboard transfermode, allow the toilet to flush orthe waste pump to run for atleast 10 seconds. This ensuresthat waste has cleared thesanitation transfer hose. Wasteleft in the transfer hose tends todry and harden. This couldbecome an obstruction whichprevents the sanitation systemfrom operating properly.

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5. Turn the forward waste pump ON/OFF switch ON.The switch is located near the overboard dischargeseacock. This activates the waste pump, whichpumps the waste overboard. The pump is locatedbeneath the forward hatch in the salon. Refer to the"Interior Hatches" portion of Section 9 for thelocation of this hatch.

When the waste tank is empty, turn the waste pump"OFF". Operating the waste pump when the wastetank is empty can damage the pump.

6. After all waste is pumped overboard, turn thewaste pump "OFF".

7. Remove the forward waste tank deck plate labeled"WASTE" using the cap removal tool supplied withyour boat. This plate is located on the starboardsidedeck next to the dinette. Refer to the "DeckPlates" portion of Section 9 for the location of thisplate.

8. Flush the waste tank by pouring a few gallons offresh water through the "WASTE" deck fitting.Reactivate the waste pump and remove the freshwater and any remaining waste, then turn thewaste pump "OFF".

9. Close the forward waste tank overboard dischargeseacock.


11. Open the aft waste tank overboard dischargeseacock. The seacock is located beneath the afthatch in the aft stateroom. Refer to the "InteriorHatches" portion of Section 9 for the location ofthis hatch.

12. Turn the aft waste pump ON/OFF switch ON. Theswitch is located near the overboard dischargeseacock. This activates the waste pump, whichpumps the waste overboard. The pump is locatedbeneath a hatch in the aft stateroom berth. Refer tothe "Interior Hatches" portion of Section 9 forthe location of this hatch.

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When the waste tank is empty, turn the waste pump"OFF". Operating the waste pump when the wastetank is empty can damage the pump.

13. After all waste is pumped overboard, turn thewaste pump "OFF".

14. Remove the aft waste tank deck plate labeled"WASTE" using the cap removal tool supplied withyour boat. This plate is located on the starboardsidedeck just aft of the salon. Refer to the "DeckPlates" portion of Section 9 for the location of thisplate.

15. Flush the waste tank by pouring a few gallons offresh water through the "WASTE" deck fitting.Reactivate the waste pump and remove the freshwater and any remaining waste, then turn thewaste pump "OFF".

16. Close the aft waste tank overboard dischargeseacock.


18. Switch the Forward and Aft Waste Pump circuitbreakers "OFF".

Direct Overboard Discharge

NOTE: It is against the law to discharge waste over-board in many areas of the United States. It is yourresponsibility to make sure that you are in compliancewith all applicable Federal, state and local laws whenusing your boat's direct overboard discharge system.People who discharge waste overboard in restrictedareas are subject to significant penalties.

In certain coastal areas of the world it is legal to dis-charge waste into the sea. To accommodate this proce-dure Carver offers an optional direct overboard dis-charge system for your boat. This system is availableonly on boats that are exported or used in the coastalareas of the United States.


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With the direct overboard discharge system, waste isflushed from the toilets directly overboard; there are nowaste tanks installed on the boat.

To flush waste directly overboard:

1. Open the direct overboard discharge seacock for theforward toilet. This seacock is located beneath theforward hatch in the salon.

2. Open the direct overboard discharge seacock for theaft toilet. This seacock is located beneath the afthatch in the aft stateroom floor.

3. Flushing the toilets now transfers waste directlyoverboard.

Certain areas of the United States and Europe haveinitiated antipollution regulations that require the useof grey water tanks on boats.

When the optional grey water tanks are installed, allsink and shower drain water, as well as condensationfrom two of the optional air conditioning units, ispumped from the sumps into the grey water tanksrather than directly overboard.

Use waste tank deodorizer inside the grey water tanksbetween pumpouts. The grey water tanks are emptiedwhen you empty the sanitation system waste tanks.Refer to the "Emptying the Waste Tanks" portion ofthis section for more information.

The optional propane stove system includes the stoveand a liquid propane gas (LPG) storage tank. Refer tothe OEM information for details on operating the pro-pane stove. The propane tank is installed in a fiberglassbox on the boat's boarding platform.

Once the propane stove system is properly set-up,switch the Propane circuit breaker on the DC ControlCenter "ON". The stove is now ready to operate.

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The stove system is designed to use only LPG. Do notuse any other fuel.

The propane tank must be firmly secured to the boatwith the tank in a horizontal position. The AmericanBoat and Yacht Council (ABYC) has developed specificstandards on how propane tanks must be installed.Carver has installed this tank according to the ABYCstandards. Do not relocate or reposition the tank.

NOTE: The propane tank valve outlet fitting and theregulator system nut, by law, have left-hand threads.The nut is so marked with a slot.

Always close the propane supply line valves and cylin-der valve when the stove is not in use. Close valvesimmediately in an emergency. The appliance valvesmust be closed before opening the cylinder valve.

When the propane stove is lit, it burns propane. Theburning process uses cabin oxygen and releasescombustion by-products. You must ventilate the cabinwhen using the stove. Failure to do so could result in alack of oxygen and/or a build-up of combustion by-products, which can cause death or serious injury. Donot operate the stove for space heating. Never ob-struct the ventilation openings.

Never obstruct quick access to the propane stove systemcomponents and shut-off valves. Keep valves on emptypropane tanks closed and disconnected.

Keep protective covers, caps or plugs in place. Storereserve or empty tanks on open decks or in gas-tightlockers that vent overboard and are intended for storingpropane tanks. Do not use the propane tank box forstoring any other equipment.

Never leave your boat unattended when the propanestove is in use. Do not smoke or use an open flame whilereplacing propane tanks. Hoses in the propane stovesystem must be inspected regularly, at least annually,and replaced if any deterioration is found. Inspect the


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flue pipes, at least annually, and replace them if anydeterioration, cracks or openings are found.

Never use flame to check your propane stove systemfor leaks.

The propane stove system is inspected and pressurechecked as part of Carver’s quality assurance process.We do, however, suggest that you test the system forleaks regularly. Use the following system inspectionprocess every time you remove and reinstall the pro-pane tank. The following information has been takenfrom the Seaward Products Owner’s Manual For Gas-Operated Stoves.

1. After the propane tank has been installed, theregulator system connected, the hose run andconnected to both the stove and regulator, slowlyopen the propane tank valve until the propane isflowing. The pressure gauge on the regulationsystem should read approximately 110 psi at 70degrees F. (the pressure is higher if the air aroundyou is warmer; lower if the air is cooler).

2. Close the propane tank valve and observe thepressure gauge. It should hold a constant readingover a 15-minute period. If the gauge readingdecreases over that time, there is a leak in thesystem.

If a leak is present:

1. Make sure the propane tank valve is closed.

Do not use soap that contains ammonia.

2. Use a soap and water solution to check all propanefittings. The solution forms bubbles where propaneis leaking from the system.

If you cannot find the leak, contact SeaWard Prod-ucts or your Carver Dealer.

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3. Have a qualified person repair the propane system.

Propane is heavier than air and if allowed to leak,could settle and accumulate. This accumulationcould then ignite and explode.


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SECTION 5 PROPULSION

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Propulsion

Introduction ............................................................. 110

Fuel Systems............................................................ 110Fuel Tanks ..................................................................... 110Gasoline Fuel Systems ..................................................110Diesel Fuel Systems ...................................................... 112Fuel Tank Vents ............................................................. 114

Engine Room Ventilation ......................................... 114

Cooling System ........................................................ 117

Exhaust System ....................................................... 118

Fire Suppression System ......................................... 118

Engine Gauges ......................................................... 119Gauge Maintenance ...................................................... 121

Helm Controls .......................................................... 122Shift/Throttle Levers...................................................... 122Steering ......................................................................... 123

Preparing for Cruising.............................................. 123Fueling ........................................................................... 123Operating the Engines ................................................... 126

PROPULSION SECTION 5

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Your boat can be equipped with several types of inboardengine packages. The engines may be gas or diesel, fuelinjected or carbureted. This section gives a generaloverview of your propulsion system and how it works.For a detailed explanation of the engines installed inyour boat, including how to operate and maintain them,refer to the OEM information.

Your boat’s propulsion engines use either a gasoline ordiesel fuel system. The major components used by eachsystem are explained below.

Your boat holds a maximum 330 gallons of fuel in twotanks. The fuel tanks are positioned outboard of eachengine. The fuel system meets or exceeds the standardsset by the U.S. Coast Guard, the Boating IndustryAssociation and the American Boat and Yacht Councilthat were in effect when your boat was constructed.Each fuel tank has passed a rigorous test conducted bythe tank manufacturer. Additionally, the entire fuelsystem passed Carver’s own pressure testing and in-spection.

Before your boat is delivered, your Carver Dealer alsomakes a full inspection of the fuel system. An entry onthe Carver Pre-Delivery Service Record verifies thedealer's completion of this inspection.

Each gasoline propulsion engine in your boat isplumbed to the fuel tank located on the same side of theboat as the engine. If your boat is equipped with theoptional generator, the generator draws fuel from eitherfuel tank, depending on the position of the fuel tankselector valve. This valve is located next to the genera-tor on the port side.

When you use the generator, position the fuel tankselector valve to draw fuel from the tank with thehigher fuel level. Be careful that you don’t allow thegenerator to empty one fuel tank. If the fuel level in thetank that the generator is using gets low, shut off thegenerator, position the fuel tank selector valve to theother fuel tank, then start the generator again.

Anti-siphon check valves are installed in gasoline fuelsystems between the fuel hose and the fuel tank with-

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Port Fuel TankFill Fitting

Port Fuel Tank

Starboard FuelTank Vent

Starboard FuelTank Fill Fitting

Port FuelTank Vent

Starboard FuelTank Fuel Line

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drawal tube. Anti-siphon check valves are spring-loadedand automatically stop the flow of fuel in the case of aruptured or disconnected fuel hose.

Never remove an anti-siphon check valve from the fuelsystem. The valves are important safety components.Clean or replace obstructed or sticking valves.

On electronically fuel-injected systems, fuel return lineshave been installed. With electronic fuel-injected en-gines, the fuel tank selector valve selects both the fuelfeed and fuel return lines simultaneously. The fuelreturn lines return the fuel to the tank the fuel wasdrawn from, preventing the other tank from overflow-ing.

NOTE: Fuel return lines are not used with carburetedengines.

Each diesel propulsion engine in your boat is plumbedto the fuel tank located on the same side of the boat asthe engine. The diesel propulsion system uses fuelsupply and return lines. The supply lines feed fuel tothe engine. The return lines transfer fuel not burned bythe engine back to the fuel tank. If your boat isequipped with the optional generator, the generatordraws fuel from the port fuel tank only.

Fuel Transfer Pump

A fuel transfer pump is included with the diesel fuelsystem. Because the optional generator draws fuel onlyfrom the port fuel tank, the fuel levels in the tanks maybecome unequal. If this occurs, use the fuel transferpump to pump fuel from one tank to the other until thefuel levels are equal.

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V8035C

Port Fuel TankFill Fitting

Port Fuel Tank

StarboardFuel TankVent

Starboard FuelTank Fill Fitting

Port Fuel TankFuel Line

Starboard FuelTank Fuel Line

Port FuelTank Vent

StarboardFuel Tank

Fuel TransferPump

Port Fuel Filter

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3. On the DC Control Center, switch the System DCMain circuit breaker "ON", then switch the FuelTransfer Pump circuit breaker "ON". The pump islocated in the engine room on the port, aft bulk-head. Refer to the "Interior Hatches" portion ofSection 9 for the location of this hatch.

4. Check the fuel gauges at the helm station. Identifythe fuel tank that has the highest fuel level.

5. Turn the fuel transfer switch, located on the helminstrument panel, to the fuel tank to which youwant the fuel to flow.

6. Monitor the fuel gauges as the fuel transfers. Whenthe fuel levels in the tanks are equal, stop transfer-ring fuel.

Fuel Shut-Off Valves

Fuel shut-off valves are included with the diesel fuelsystem. The valves are installed between the fuel lines,both supply and return, and the fuel tank that they areconnected to. The valves are located on top of the fueltanks and must be open when operating the engines.

Do not operate the diesel engine with the return line’sfuel shut-off valve closed. Doing so creates excessivepressure within the fuel system that could lead to fuelsystem failure.

Each fuel tank, for both gasoline and diesel fuel sys-tems, is vented overboard. As the fuel tank is filled, airis displaced from inside the tank and escapes throughthe vent. Refer to the "Thru-Hull Fittings" portion ofSection 9 for the location of the fuel tank vents.

Your boat’s engine room is equipped with a ventilationsystem consisting of intake ducts, exhaust ducts andbilge blowers. This system is designed to remove anyfuel vapor from the engine room before you start theengines or optional generator.

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OIL CHANGER SYSTEM - DIESEL

StarboardEngine OilHose

Drain/SupplyHose

GeneratorOil Hose

Oil ChangerPump

Port EngineOil Hose

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Always run the bilge blowers for at least 4 minutesbefore starting the boat’s engines or the optionalgenerator.

After fueling and before starting the engines or genera-tor:



3. On the DC Control Center, switch the System DCMain circuit breaker "ON", then switch the fourBilge Blower circuit breakers "ON". There are twoblowers on each side of the engine room, locatedoutboard of the engines.

4. Turn "ON" the bilge blowers using the controls onthe helm instrument panel. Allow the blowers torun for at least four minutes before proceeding tothe next step. Allow the blowers to continue run-ning.

5. Inspect the engine room. If you smell any fuelvapor, wait another four minutes so that the bilgeblowers can remove the vapor. Repeat this step asmany times as is necessary until the engine room isfree of fuel vapor. Do not operate any onboardequipment until you are sure that the boat is free offuel vapor.

6. Leave the blowers "ON" while operating the boatbelow cruise speed. The blowers help disperseexcess heat in the engine room and also prevent theaccumulation of CO which may occur under someoperating conditions.

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You are responsible for keeping the engine room venti-lation system in proper operating condition. Inspect theintake and exhaust ducts regularly to make sure theyare free of obstructions and have not collapsed or torn.Inspect the blowers to make sure they are operatingproperly. Replace any worn components with newcomponents of the same type.

The engine’s cooling system removes excess heat fromthe engines and exhaust system. Closed systems use afreshwater/antifreeze mixture to cool the engine. Thecoolant runs through a heat exchanger where the excessheat is transferred to raw water taken in through aseacock for each engine. Open cooling systems use rawwater to cool the engines directly. If you are not surewhich type of cooling system is installed on your boat,contact your Carver Dealer.

Both open and closed cooling systems require seawaterto function. Before each cruise, make sure the strainerslocated near the seacocks are free of sea weed and otherdebris. Open the cooling system seacocks before youstart your engines. The seacock for each engine's coolingsystem is located in the engine room aft of each engine.If you have a closed system, make sure that you have asufficient level of coolant in the system.

Running an engine with an inadequate supply ofantifreeze, or with obstructed or restricted waterpickups or water strainers can cause serious damageto the engine and its related systems.

After starting your engines, check the engine exhaustoutlets. Refer to the "Thru-Hull Fittings" portion ofSection 9 for the location of the engine exhaust outlets.If water is not being ejected from the outlets, immedi-ately shut down the engines. Determine why seawateris not being pumped through the system. Have theproblem corrected before restarting the engines.

If the engine temperature gauges register a higher thannormal temperature reading, the cooling system mayneed to be repaired. If the needles move quickly towarda high temperature reading, immediately shut down the

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engines and have the cooling system inspected andrepaired.

The exhaust system for each engine consists of anexhaust manifold, a muffler, and the exhaust pipes usedto remove exhaust from the engine to the atmosphere. Ifthe exhaust system contains leaks or obstructions, orhas any other problem that prevents it from ventingexhaust properly, carbon monoxide may escape andendanger you and your passengers. Check the exhaustsystem regularly for proper operation. Any change inengine noise could indicate an exhaust system problemand should be immediately investigated.

An automatic fire suppression system is installed in theengine room. This system provides an added measure ofsafety in the event of an engine room fire. Refer to theOEM information for details on operating the firesuppression system. If your boat was built for use inEurope, the system can also be activated manuallyusing a release control located at the helm.

If the fire suppression system is activated, anyone inthe engine room must immediately evacuate the room.The chemical used in the fire suppression system cancause asphyxiation. Once the fire is extinguished andthe system is deactivated, ventilate the engine roomwith fresh air before reentering it.

The fire suppression chemical tank is installed on theengine room’s centerline. A fire suppression systemmonitor, installed near the helm, is wired to an ignitionswitch. The monitor’s light should be "ON" when theignition switch is turned "ON."

The system contains an engine shut-off circuit. Whenthe system is activated, the engines automatically shutdown. An override switch, located on the system moni-tor, resets the engine shut-off circuit after the systemhas been activated, allowing you to restart the engines.

When replacing components while servicing the firesuppression system, you must use new components that

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have the same designation or that are equivalent intheir technical and fire-resistance capabilities.

The helm is equipped with a complete set of gauges onthe instrument panel. The gauges allow you to monitorthe operation and condition of your boat's propulsionsystems. The side of the instrument panel that thegauges are on (port or starboard) determines whichengine (port or starboard) that the gauges are for.Familiarize yourself with the gauges before starting theengines for the first time.

Do not start the engines until you have read andunderstood the engine OEM information.

Tachometer

The tachometer displays the speed of the engine inrevolutions per minute (RPMs). This is not the boat'sspeed over the water or the speed of propeller rotation.The tachometer may not register zero RPM when itsengine’s ignition key is turned off; this is normal.

The engine manufacturer has established a maximumRPM rating for your engines, as listed in the engineOEM information. Do not exceed the maximum RPM.Doing so could damage the engines.

Temperature Gauge

The temperature gauge displays the temperature of thecoolant in the engine’s cooling system. Every engine isdesigned to operate within a specific temperature range.A sudden increase in the temperature gauge readingcould indicate that the cooling water intake system hasbecome blocked; a water intake hose has failed; or thecoolant system's water pump has malfunctioned.

Each engine is equipped with a temperature alarm. Thealarm sounds when the temperature of the engine’scoolant increases to a predetermined point. If the alarmsounds, immediately shut down the affected engine.

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Even with high temperature alarms installed, it isimportant that you visually monitor both temperaturegauges while running the engines. If a temperaturegauge indicates excessive engine temperature, immedi-ately shut down the affected engine.

The engine manufacturer has established a maximumcoolant temperature rating for your engines, as listedin the engine OEM information. Do not exceed themaximum coolant temperature. Doing so could dam-age the engines.

Oil Pressure Gauge

The oil pressure gauge displays the pressure within theengine's lubrication system. The oil pressure readingchanges as engine speed changes. However, a noticeabledecrease (either sudden or gradual) in an engine's oilpressure while the boat is maintaining a constant speedmay indicate an oil pump failure, a leak in the lubrica-tion system or excessive engine wear.

Each engine is equipped with a pressure alarm. Thealarm sounds when the pressure in the lubricationsystem decreases to a predetermined point. The alarmalso sounds when the engine is started or when theignition switch is "ON" and the engine is not running.In these situations, the engine does not yet have ad-equate oil pressure; the alarm is silenced as soon as theoil pressure increases to within the normal operatingrange. Refer to the engine OEM information for thenormal operating range.

If the alarm sounds after the engine has been runningfor a while, or if the alarm is not silenced within 15seconds after starting the engine, check the oil pressuregauges. If either gauge indicates abnormally low oilpressure, immediately shut down the affected engine.

Even with the low oil pressure alarms installed, it isimportant that you visually monitor both oil pressuregauges while running the engines. If a pressure gaugeindicates low oil pressure, immediately shut down theaffected engine.

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The engine manufacturer has established a minimumoil pressure rating for your engines, as listed in theengine OEM information. To avoid damaging theengines, shut them down if the oil pressure is belowthe minimum rating.

Voltmeter

The voltmeter displays the amount of charge in theboat's batteries. When the battery is fully charged, thevoltmeter indicates 12.5 volts. As a battery is used, itsindicated voltage decreases. Each engine battery has itsown voltmeter. The voltmeter is "OFF" until the igni-tion switch for its engine is turned "ON". Refer to the"Monitoring Battery Voltage Levels" portion ofSection 2 for additional information on the voltmeters.

Fuel Gauges

The fuel gauges display the approximate amount of fuelin the fuel tanks. These gauges are not calibrated andshould not be regarded as an accurate method of mea-suring the amount of fuel in the tanks. Both fuel gaugesare "OFF" until the ignition switch for the port engine isturned "ON".

The gauges on the helm instrument panel should beprotected from the sun and weather when not in use.The gauges are not waterproof. Protecting them fromthe elements prolongs their life.

NOTE: Small beads of moisture (condensation) canform behind the glass bezel on some gauges. This doesnot mean the gauge is defective. The Carver LimitedWarranty does not cover the replacement of gauges thatare cosmetically affected by condensation.

The gauges can be affected by static electricity that maybuild up on their glass bezels. To help reduce the staticelectricity and thus improve the gauges’ accuracy,periodically wash the bezels with warm water and amild liquid detergent.

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The helm controls allow you to engage the boat’s en-gines, control the boat’s speed and engine RPMs, andcontrol the direction in which the boat is traveling.

Two shift/throttle levers allow you to both shift theengines from neutral to forward or reverse and controlthe engine RPMs. With the levers in the center position,the engines remain in neutral at their lowest RPMlevels. Lifting the levers above the neutral positionshifts the engines to forward and increases the RPMlevels. Lowering the levers below the neutral positionshifts the engines to reverse and increases the RPMlevels.

The shift/throttle levers are located on the starboardside of the steering wheel. The outboard lever controlsthe starboard engine and the inboard lever controls theport engine. The engines can be shifted/throttled inde-pendently to improve maneuverability in tight quarters.

A neutral safety switch is incorporated into the linkageof each shift/throttle lever. When properly adjusted, thesafety switch does not permit you to start an enginewhile it is in gear.

Because your boat has dual engines, it is recommendedthat you operate the engines at the same speed whilecruising. This reduces engine noise and vibration, andimproves engine efficiency.

Use the optional engine synchronizer gauge to monitorthe speed of each engine. Adjust the shift/throttle leversso that the synchronizer gauge needle is centered.

NOTE: Aligning the shift/throttle levers with each otherdoes not necessarily mean the engines are synchronized.To accurately synchronize the engines, rely on the ta-chometers or the engine synchronizer gauge.

Engine Synchronizer

The optional engine synchronizer allows you to elec-tronically and mechanically interconnect both engineshift/throttle levers. This allows you to increase anddecrease engine speed using one lever. This also keepsthe engines precisely synchronized. Refer to the OEMinformation for details on operating the engine synchro-nizer.

Helm Controls

Shift/ThrottleLevers

A TIP FROM CARVER!

If you turn the ignition switch keyand the engine starter fails toengage, it may be because theneutral safety switch for thatengine is slightly out of adjust-ment. If this happens, wiggle theshift lever for that engine forwardand aft until the starter engages.


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Shift/Throttle - Engine Interface

When there is only one helm installed on your boat, theshift/throttle levers are connected to the engines bypush-pull cables. If your boat also contains the optionallower helm, the shift/throttle levers from both helms areconnected to the engines by an electronic control sys-tem. Refer to the OEM information for details on adjust-ing and maintaining the shift/throttle control systems.

Your boat uses a hydraulic steering system. This systemis preferable over a mechanical steering system becauseit provides better response for large boats.

The boat's helm is connected to the rudders through ahydraulic pump, a network of hydraulic lines, an oilreservoir, a hydraulic cylinder, and a tiller tie rod.When the helm is turned, oil pumps through the hy-draulic line, which activates the hydraulic cylinder. Thecylinder is connected to the tiller tie rod. Extending andretracting the cylinder moves the rudders, enabling youto steer the boat. With hydraulic steering, the effortneeded to turn the helm remains the same regardless ofthe boat’s speed.

For the hydraulic steering system to operate properly, itmust have an adequate source of hydraulic fluid andsufficient pressure within the hydraulic pump and lines.Refer to the OEM information for details on operatingand maintaining the steering system.

Follow the steps provided below to help ensure thatyour boat is prepared for a safe cruise.

Your boat’s fuel tanks are designed to take on fuel at amaximum rate of 9 gallons per minute (GPM) when thetank is between 25% and 75% full. During this time thepressure inside the tank must not exceed 4 psi.

When fueling tanks that are either completely empty ornearly full, decrease the fueling rate. This helps preventthe tanks from fuel surge and rupture when they areempty, and from backing up and spilling fuel when theyare full. Be aware that many marine fuel pumps candeliver fuel at rates up to 35 GPM. This high fueling

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rate should never be used with your boat; it coulddamage your fuel system.

Before Fueling

NOTE: Refer to the engine OEM information for the typeof fuel and octane rating recommended for your boat'sengines.

1. Make sure that your boat is securely moored.

2. Close all ports, windows, hatches, and doors.

3. Turn "OFF" all fans, motors and any other devicesthat could create a spark, including the stove, oven,and generator.

4. Extinguish all open flames and smoking material,such as cigarettes, on the boat and in the areaaround the fuel dock.

5. Place all of the battery bank master disconnectswitches in the "OFF" position.

6. Have all guests and passengers leave the boat.Only the fuel handlers should be in the area.

Fueling

1. Remove the starboard and port FUEL deck platesusing the cap removal tool supplied with your boat.Refer to the "Deck Plates" portion of Section 9 forthe exact locations of these plates.

2. Make sure that the fuel you are about to pump intoyour fuel tanks is the type recommended by theboat’s engine manufacturer.

3. Estimate the approximate amount of fuel you wishto take on.

4. Begin pumping fuel into the fuel tanks a rate of nomore that 9 GPM. When the tank is close to full,slow the fuel flow rate to less than 9 GPM. Whilefueling, keep the fuel hose nozzle in constant con-tact with the metal fuel fill deck plate. This is asafeguard against static sparks.


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Avoid spilling fuel on the gelcoat surface of yourboat. Fuel can stain the gelcoat and damage the hullaccent stripes.

5. Monitor the fuel tank’s air vent. When the fuel tankis almost full, air whistles through the vent.

After Fueling

1. Replace the starboard and port FUEL deck plates.

2. Wash down or wipe up all spilled fuel.

3. Ventilate the cabin by opening ports, windows,doors, and hatches.



6. On the DC Control Center, switch the System DCMain circuit breaker "ON", then switch the fourBilge Blower circuit breakers "ON".

Always run the bilge blowers for at least 4 minutesbefore starting the boat’s engines or the generator.

7. Turn "ON" the bilge blowers using the controls onthe helm instrument panel. Allow the blowers torun for at least four minutes before proceeding tothe next step. Allow the blowers to continue run-ning.

8. Inspect the engine room. If you smell any fuelvapor, wait another four minutes so that the bilgeblowers can remove the vapor. Repeat this step asmany times as is necessary until the engine room isfree of fuel vapor. Do not operate any onboardequipment until you are sure that the boat is free offuel vapor.


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Operating theEngines

Pre-Start Checklist

1. Read and understand this Owner's Guide and allOEM information.

2. Check both fuel gauges to verify that you havesufficient fuel for your trip.

3. Inspect the engine room:

a. Sniff for fuel vapor.b. Check the bilge water level.c. Check for oil in the bilge.d. Check the crank case oil level in each engine.e. Make an overall inspection of the engine room to

look for signs of potential problems.f. Follow all maintenance instructions as detailed

in Section 7.

4. Place the engine battery bank master disconnectswitches in the "ON" position.

5. On the Safety Breaker Panel, switch the Auto BilgePump, Electric Shift, Main - One, and Main - Twocircuit breakers "ON".

Also switch "ON" any other circuit breakers forequipment you may need.

6. On the DC Control Center, switch the System DCMain circuit breaker "ON", then switch the fourBilge Blower circuit breakers "ON".

Also switch "ON" any other circuit breakers forequipment you may need (bridge electronics, horn,trim tabs, Halon system, etc.).

7. Turn "ON" the bilge blowers using the controls onthe helm instrument panel.

8. Check the output level of the bilge blowers. You canfeel air being blown from the output bilge vent ifthe bilge blowers are operating properly.

9. Verify that all safety gear is onboard and in properoperating condition. Check items such as the navi-gation lights, VHF radio, depth sounder, etc. Makesure your boat carries all safety equipment re-quired by Federal, State and local regulations.


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Open Closed

10. Verify that you have an adequate supply of freshwater.

11. Check the level of waste in the waste tanks. Emptythem if necessary. Refer to the "Emptying theWaste Tanks" portion of Section 4.

12. Disconnect and store the shore power cord(s) andshore water hose.

Starting the Engines

Always run the bilge blowers for at least 4 minutesbefore starting the boat’s engines or the generator.

1. Open the cooling system seacocks for both engines.

2. Move both shift/throttle levers to neutral.

3. Select the engine you wish to start first. NEVERstart both engines at the same time.

The ignition switch is spring activated. Release thekey as soon as the engine starts. Failure to do somay damage the starter.

If the engine does not start within 10 seconds, re-lease the key, then try starting the engine again. Donot hold the ignition key in the START position formore than 10 seconds.

4. Place one hand on the throttle of the engine you arestarting. With the other hand, turn the ignitionkey.

The oil pressure alarm sounds for the first fewseconds after the engine has started. This is nor-mal. The alarm is silenced as soon as the oil pres-sure increases to within the normal operatingrange.


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If the engine is cold when it starts, it may runrough. Advance its throttle lever slightly to keep itrunning.

5. Start the other engine in the same manner as thefirst engine.

After the Engines Have Started

Always run the bilge blowers while the boat’s en-gines are at idle speed.

1. Check the engine gauges. Make sure the oil pres-sure is within the normal operating range. Thevoltmeters should read approximately 12.5 to 13.4volts.

2. Verify that water is being pumped through eachengine's exhaust port, located near the transom. Ifyou do not see water being pumped out, turn theaffected engine off. Identify and correct the cause ofthe problem before restarting the engine.

The engine room contains moving, hot machinery.Keep your hands, feet and body out of the engineroom while one or both engines are operating.

3. Look into the engine room and visually inspect thefuel system hoses and exhaust hoses. If you see aleak or suspect that anything is out of order, shutdown the engines and investigate. Identify andcorrect the cause of any problem before restartingthe engines.

4. Let the engines warm up until the needles on thetemperature gauges begin moving up.

5. Make sure all navigation systems are operatingproperly.


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SECTION 6 OPERATING AND MANEUVERING

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Operating and Maneuvering

Launching the Boat .................................................. 132

Navigation ................................................................ 132

Controlling the Boat................................................. 133Loading ..........................................................................133Casting Off and Docking ...............................................133Maneuvering .................................................................. 137

Anchoring ................................................................. 138Stern Anchors ................................................................ 139Mooring Lines ................................................................ 139

Getting Underway .................................................... 141Shakedown Cruise ......................................................... 141

Operating at Planing Speed ..................................... 142Trim Tabs ....................................................................... 142

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Have a professional launch your boat. Your dealer caneither provide experienced people to do this or recom-mend someone.

Understanding navigation is very important whenoperating your boat on the open seas. Instructions onhow to navigate your boat are beyond the scope of thisguide. Carver encourages you to read Chapman's Pilot-ing and Seamanship and obtain instruction regardinghow to navigate your boat.

Charts

You can obtain charts of the waters in which you intendto navigate from the National Ocean Survey, a branchof the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administra-tion in Washington D.C. The NOS offers a publicationlisting the charts you will need for your area; however,this listing may not include inland rivers. Charts ofinland rivers are also available from the appropriatedistrict office of the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers. Yourdealer may also have charts of the waters in which youintend to cruise.

Keeping your charts up-to-date is a very important partof navigation. The Weekly Notice to Mariners availablefrom the Defense Mapping agency or the U.S. CoastGuard is an excellent resource for updating charts.

Compass

The compass is the most important piece of navigationequipment onboard your boat. To operate properly, thecompass must be free from interference by local mag-netic influences and electrical components. Refer to theOEM information for details on using and maintainingthe compass. When it is time to compensate your com-pass, Carver recommends having it done professionally.

Horn

If you are navigating in fog or at night, use your boat’shorn to alert other boaters of your presence. The hornmeets U.S. Coast Guard standards.

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Depth Sounder

The optional depth sounder can help you avoid enteringwaters that are too shallow for your boat and can aid innavigation.

Speed Log

Keeping a speed log is essential when trying to deter-mine your position over time. Use the informationrecorded on the log to plot your approximate positionfrom a known position.

Shallow Water Operation

Always pay attention to the depth of the waters inwhich you are cruising. Do not venture into waterswhich are too shallow for your boat's draft. Shallowwater navigation can be very hazardous. If you do findyourself in shallow waters, reduce speed immediately.Consult nautical charts to determine your position. Tryto plot a course out of the shallows through waters deepenough for your boat's draft. If your boat runs aground,radio for help and wait until it arrives. Do not attemptto relaunch your boat. You may do serious damage toyour hull or underwater gear.

Every boat owner should know how to perform thefollowing procedures competently. Do not attempt anyof these procedures without first receiving appropriatetraining.

When you load items onto the boat, have someone onthe pier hand them to you after you have boarded theboat. Stow all items securely to prevent them fromshifting when the boat is in motion. If your boat isloaded near capacity or if seas get rough, distribute theweight evenly and keep the load low. Don't make anyabrupt changes in its distribution. Shift the load ormove about only after stopping or slowing the boat.

Docking and casting off can be hampered by wind andcurrent. It is important to use the current by approach-ing or leaving with the current instead of fightingagainst it. Also, the operator should adequately fenderhis boat against collisions with docks or other boats.

Controlling the Boat

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Leaving a Pier or Mooring

Getting underway from a pier is normally accomplishedby taking in all lines except the bow spring. With aneutral rudder, power the boat forward using only theengine farthest from the pier. The boat will pivotaround the bow spring line, moving the stern out andaway from the pier. A fender should be placed betweenthe bow and the pier to prevent scraping as the boatpivots about the bow spring. Once the stern is clear ofboats and other obstructions, take the bow spring in andback the boat away.

At marina anchorages, boats are often secured to amooring buoy. Fouling your propeller with a mooringline is the principal hazard when leaving a mooring. Ifyou use a dinghy to reach your boat, make sure thedinghy line does not foul the propeller.

After getting onboard, start the engines and send some-one forward to slacken the line. Release the line. In ariver with current, the boat will gain headway with thecurrent. After you are clear of the buoy, power the boatforward. In a calm bay, if there is neither wind norcurrent, back the boat away a few boat lengths. As youpower forward, keep the buoy in sight and give it ampleroom until you are clear. Run slowly until you clear theanchorage to avoid creating a nuisance with your wake.


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Landing at a Pier

To land at a pier, approach the pier at a right angle. Ifyou desire a starboard side landing, place the rudders toport and reverse the port engine to check headway.Leave the starboard engine in forward gear to swing theboat parallel to the pier. For landings on the port side,turn the rudders to starboard and put the starboardengine into reverse as the boat comes in. You may haveto shift into and out of gear to control the boat’s speed.

Picking Up a Mooring

As you return to the anchorage, approach your mooringat slow speed. Take note of how other boats are lying attheir buoys. They are heading into the wind or currentand your approach course should be roughly parallel totheir heading. Stay clear of other moorings to avoidfouling them. If you tow your dinghy, station a crewmember at the helm to keep the dinghy line from foul-ing the propeller.

Shift the engines into neutral when you estimate thatthe boat's forward momentum will carry you to thebuoy. Station someone at the bow with a boat hook topick up the pennant float. If you are about to overshootyour mark, check headway as the bow comes up to thebuoy. If you fall short, a few turns of the propellershould get you to the buoy. Keep the engine runninguntil the pennant eye has been secured on the bitt orbow cleat.

If your crewman can not reach the pennant or if youovershoot, get clear and calmly try again.


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The propellers on your boat rotate in opposite direc-tions. With only the port propeller rotating, your boattracks forward and to starboard in forward gear andbackward and to port in reverse gear. With only thestarboard propeller rotating, your boat tracks forwardand to port in forward gear and backward and to star-board in reverse gear.

With both propellers rotating at the same speed, therudders amidships and the engines in forward gear,your boat tracks straight forward.

When the boat is moving backward, its rudders are notas effective and the side force from the propellers isused to steer the boat.

Maneuvering Astern

Backing a boat may be necessary in a crowded marina.Your boat’s twin engines allow the boat to track straightastern or to either side. When backing, be sure to keepyour trim tabs up. To make a turn to port, shift the portengine to neutral. A starboard turn astern is made byshifting the starboard engine to neutral.

Check sternway (stop reverse motion) by shifting yourengines to forward gear and throttling forward.

Full stern turns can be executed, but watch the bow.The bow cuts a much wider arc than the stern andcollisions could occur in crowded areas.

Checking Headway

Stopping the boat’s forward motion is referred to as“checking headway”. You should learn how to confi-dently stop your boat within any required distance. Youcan check headway by shifting engines to neutral andcoming to a complete stop over a long distance, or byreversing engines and stopping within a shorter dis-tance.

Close Quarters Turns

To execute a close quarters turn, check your headway,then shift one engine into reverse while shifting theother into forward gear. As you advance the throttles,the opposing forces cause the boat to pivot about a pointcentered between the propellers. You can assist the rate

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of turn by turning the rudders in the direction of theturn.

Towing

Always offer assistance to a vessel in distress. However,towing a capsized boat or a boat with a damaged hull isnot recommended. In these situations, lend aid to theoccupants and call the proper authorities. Remember,you are obligated to lend aid to any person in distress,but not to the vessel. If you believe your vessel can nottow the vehicle in distress, do not attempt it. Onedisabled boat is better than two.

An anchor's holding power depends on its weight andthe length of the anchor line. The most effective lengthis six to seven times the depth of the water you intendto anchor in. For example, if the water is 10 feet deep,you should have 60-70 feet of anchor line.

Approach your selected anchor site from downwind.Come to a dead stop over the spot where you want todrop anchor. Have a crew member lower the anchor.When the anchor hits bottom, reverse engines andslowly move the boat backwards to pay out more anchorline as the crew member keeps a slight tension on theline. When the proper length is out, the crew membercan snub the line by winding it around the bow cleat.This should cause the anchor flukes to dig in and holdeffectively.

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Check for anchor drag. Immediately after anchoring,observe shoreline landmarks. After thirty minutes,observe the landmarks again. If the points of referencehave changed, reset your anchor.

When weighing (pulling in) your anchor, pull the line inuntil it is vertical. When the line is taut, a hard tug willpull the anchor's shank up. If the anchor is stuck, wrapsome of the line around a bow cleat and keep tension onthe line. The boat's momentum may free the anchor. Ifthere is a swell, wind the line around a bow cleat whenthe bow drops into a wave trough. As the bow lifts, itmay free the anchor. If neither of these methods works,pay out a few feet of line, secure it around the bow cleat,and maneuver around the anchor. Keep the line tightuntil you find the angle that pulls the anchor loose.

An electric windlass simplifies the above procedures.Follow the above procedures and use the windlasscontrol at the helm to drop anchor. To relieve strain onthe windlass, hooks called devil's claws engage thechain when the anchor is down.

If you intend to stay at anchor overnight or if you an-chor your boat close to another structure, considerdropping another anchor from the stern. This preventsyour boat from swinging around if the wind or currentshifts.

You may also need to anchors in a strong wind. If youdrop your spare anchor, make sure the two anchors arelaid out at an angle. If both anchors are set in-line andone of them drags, it may cut a trough for the otheranchor to follow.

In some anchorages, boats lie to anchors bow and stern.To get these anchors down, drop the bow anchor first,then pay out extra anchor line (15-18 times the depth).Drop the stern anchor and adjust the length of linepayed out on both anchors as necessary.

It’s a good idea to familiarize yourself with mooring lineterminology and using mooring lines. If necessary,obtain training on mooring your boat. Learn how andwhen to tie the various knots used in seamanship.Boats which are not moored correctly can suffer and

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cause serious damage. The following information servesonly as a guide to mooring your boat.

The mooring illustration above demonstrates possiblemooring lines for a small vessel. These lines include the(1) bow line, (2) after bow spring, (3) after quarterspring, (4) stern lines and (5) forward quarter spring. Ofthe two dockings shown, the left one shows how to tieup when docking your boat in an alongside berth. Thedocking shown on the right is used when tying up atfour corners of the boat.

The two spring lines are crossed and running to sepa-rate deck cleats. If possible, the stern line should be runto the offshore quarter cleat. Spring lines are useful inpreventing undesired movement ahead or astern in aberth; they also keep a moored vessel in position whenthere is a significant rise or fall in tide.

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It takes training and experience to become an "expertyachtsman." Reading and understanding this Owner'sGuide gives you only part of the knowledge you’ll needto operate a boat safely and skillfully.

Carver Owners have a wide range of abilities, fromseasoned yachtsmen with years of experience to abso-lute beginners with a new-found love for the water. Behonest with yourself in appraising your level of skill.

Before taking your boat on its first outing, be sure thatthe following tasks have been completed.

1. Your Carver Dealer has completed Pre-Deliverycommissioning. This inspection is documented onthe Pre-Delivery Service Document and is signed bythe dealer and the owner.

2. All warranty registration cards have been com-pleted and mailed.

3. You have read and understand this Owner's Guideand all OEM information.

4. The safety equipment onboard your boat is incompliance with federal, state and local regula-tions.

5. Your boat has been documented or registered anddisplays the appropriate identification on the hull.

6. A representative of your Carver Dealer has re-viewed the operation of the boat and its systemswith you and answered all of your questions to yoursatisfaction.

If possible, pick a calm day for your first outing. Theshakedown cruise with a new boat is not the best timeto bring friends or guests along. Entertaining guests candistract you from the real purpose of the cruise, whichis to familiarize yourself with your new boat. Bring onlythose people (spouse and children) who will make upyour regular crew. Invite the sales person who sold youthe boat or a member of your Carver Dealer's servicestaff along for the ride.

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Carry a pad and pencil with you during this first outing.Write down any questions that come to mind during thecruise so you can discuss them with your dealer.

Follow the procedures outlined at the beginning of thissection for fueling and starting the boat's engines.

This may be the first time you have been in total com-mand of your new boat. Proceed slowly. Have fun butremember that the objective of the cruise is to learnmore about how your boat operates and handles. Oper-ate at different RPM settings. Try different trim angles.Monitor the gauges. Practice backing down and turningslow speed tight corners that simulate docking maneu-vers.

Your boat has a “planing” hull. A planing hull skims“over” the water rather than “through” it. To do this,however, your boat first has to reach a certain speed,called "planing speed."

When you first accelerate from a dead stop, the trimangle of the boat increases, causing the bow to rise andthe stern to drop. If you continue to accelerate, the boateventually achieves plane, which means the bow slowlydrops to a more level attitude.

It is important to get on plane as soon as possible andavoid speeds that cause the boat to plow through thewater with the boat in a bow-high attitude. A bow-highattitude obstructs your vision and limits the boat’shandling and performance capabilities.

Once the boat is on plane, you can back the throttles offto a point where the hull is still planing but the enginesare operating at a fuel efficient speed.

Your boat is equipped with a set of electric / hydraulictrim tabs. Trim tabs help the boat get on plane byallowing you to adjust the attitude of the boat for vari-ables such as load, passengers, seas or wind. Undernormal conditions your boat does not need adjustmentsto the trim tabs to achieve plane. Use the tabs at plan-

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ing speeds to make minor adjustments in the fore andaft and beam-to-beam angle of the boat.

To use the trim tabs:



3. On the DC Control Center, switch the System DCMain circuit breaker "ON", then switch the TrimTabs circuit breaker "ON".

4. The trim tabs controls are located at the helm. Thecontrols consist of two switches. The port switchcontrols the port tab; the starboard switch controlsthe starboard tab. Each switch is labeled "BOWUP" and "BOW DOWN." Before advancing thethrottles, press both switches on the "BOW UP"side for 5 seconds. This lifts the trim tabs to the full"up" position.

5. Advance the throttles to bring the boat on plane.Adjust the engine RPMs for cruising speed.

Do not overtrim your boat. When adjusting the trimtabs, press their control switches for only one-halfsecond at a time, then allow the boat to respond.Continue to adjust the trim tabs in this manner untilthe boat is at the desired trim angle. Over-trimmingcan cause the bow to veer and may lead to loss ofcontrol. Always reset the trim tabs to the BOW UPposition before advancing throttles to achieve plane.Accelerating the boat to planing speed while the trimtabs are lowered can cause a loss of control.

6. Use the trim tabs individually to make beam-to-beam adjustments. If the majority of your passen-gers are sitting on the port side, you may find thatthe starboard side of your boat is riding higher thanthe port side. Use the "BOW DOWN" side of thestarboard trim tab switch to adjust the trim.


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If your passengers decide to shift to the other sideof the boat, level the boat by pressing the "BOWUP" side of the starboard trim tab switch for a fewseconds. This undoes your previous adjustment.Then, use the "BOW DOWN" side of the port trimtab switch to adjust the trim.

7. The trim tab switches can be used together to bringthe bow of the boat to a lower attitude. This adjust-ment is often used when running into choppy seas.Bringing the bow down uses the sharper part of theboats "V" hull to break through waves. Use the"BOW DOWN" side of both trim tab switchessimultaneously to adjust the trim. Be careful whenmaking bow down adjustments. Excessive bowdown trim can cause considerable bow spray whichhampers visibility and reduces control of your boat.


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SECTION 7 MAINTENANCE

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Maintenance

Maintenance Schedule ............................................ 148Maintenance Log ........................................................... 148

Exterior Maintenance .............................................. 152Fiberglass Surfaces....................................................... 152Anti-Fouling Bottom Paint ............................................. 153Caulking and Sealants................................................... 154Stainless Steel Rails and Hardware ............................. 154Decorative Striping Tape............................................... 155Windows......................................................................... 155Exterior Vinyl Upholstery .............................................. 156Exterior Carpet ..............................................................156Canvas ........................................................................... 156

Interior Maintenance ............................................... 159Woodwork ...................................................................... 159High Pressure Laminate ................................................ 159Woven Fabrics................................................................ 159Carpet ............................................................................ 161Interior Fiberglass ......................................................... 161Plexiglass ...................................................................... 161

Mechanical Systems ................................................ 162Engines / Generator ....................................................... 162Thru-Hull Valves ............................................................ 162Propeller Shaft Seals ..................................................... 162Props .............................................................................. 163Struts ............................................................................. 163DC Electrical System..................................................... 163Fresh Water System ...................................................... 165Bilge System .................................................................. 166Sanitation System ......................................................... 166

MAINTENANCE SECTION 7

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The maintenance activities and their intervals listed onthe following pages are provided as guidelines only. Theideal maintenance activities and maintenance scheduledepend on the components installed in your boat andthe manner and environment in which you use yourboat. The more frequently you use your boat, the moreoften maintenance needs to be performed. If you useyour boat in salt water, it requires more maintenance,especially on its exterior.

For instructions on when and how to maintain many ofyour boat’s components, refer to the OEM information.

Maintenance activities are divided into four types:

Type A Maintenance

Perform Type A maintenance 48 hours after the firstlaunching of your boat, and 48 hours after launchingyour boat following a period of onshore storage.

Type B Maintenance

Perform Type B maintenance after the engines haveoperated for 25 hours following launching, whether yourboat is new or coming out of onshore storage.

Type C Maintenance

Perform Type C maintenance semiannually or after theengines have operated for 100 hours, whichever comesfirst.

Type D Maintenance

Perform Type D maintenance annually or after theengines have operated for 200 hours, whichever comesfirst.

Use a maintenance log to keep a record of the mainte-nance activities you perform on your boat. The logshould list both the activities described in the followingcharts and the maintenance activities for the OEMequipment as recommended in the OEM information.Make copies of the log and keep the copy in a safe place.

MaintenanceSchedule

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Engines and Drive System

Perform maintenance as outlinedin the engine OEM information.

Inspect water intake hoses andconnections.

Inspect exhaust system hoses andconnections.

Inspect exhaust guard cover.

Check prop for balance and nicks.

Check strut bearings.

Check rudder alignment.

Check all thru-hull fittings.

Inspect shaft log packing nut.

Check engine and shaft alignment.

Spray ignition switch with contactcleaner.

Tighten engine mounts.

Weigh halon bottle.

Control System

Make any necessary throttle andshift adjustments.

Test neutral safety switch.

Lubricate cables and controls.

Steering System

Inspect linkage and connections.

Inspect hydraulic fluid level.

Inspect rudder packing nut.

Inspect tiller tie bar linkage.

Inspect trim tab reservoir.

Type A

Refer to OEMinformation.

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Type B


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X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

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X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

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X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

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X

X

X

X

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Electrical System

Inspect and clean batteries.

Check battery fluid levels.

Check operation of all 12 voltequipment.

Check operation of all AC equip-ment.

Inspect shore power cord(s).

Inspect generator water intake anddischarge.

Inspect zincs.

Perform generator maintenance.

Fuel System

Clean engine fuel filters.

Inspect for fuel leaks.

Inspect fuel lines for signs ofchafe.

Check propane system for leaks.

Inspect propane storage system.

Fresh Water System

Flush water tank(s) and system.

Clean in-line water filter.

Fiberglass / Woodwork

Clean fiberglass.

Wax hull and all non-tread areas.

Repair chipped fiberglass.

Clean interior woodwork.

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X

Type B

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X

X

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Type C

X

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X

X

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Type D

X

X

X

X

X

X

X


X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

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Interior

Perform maintenance on thehead(s).

Inspect thru-hull fittings.

Clean refrigerator.

Clean stove.

Lubricate door hinges and locks.

Clean vinyl fabrics and wallcoverings.

Spot clean woven fabrics.

Spot clean carpet.

Exterior

Check compass for magneticdeviation.

Check trim tab system for leaks.

Check tightness and caulking ofdeck hardware.

Clean vinyl upholstery.

Clean plexiglass surfaces.

Lubricate hinges, latches, andlocks.

Wash weather covers.

Bilge System

Check garboard drain plug.

Check and test bilge pumps.

Inspect sump pump(s).

Check and test bilge blowers.

Type A


X

X

X

Each timebefore startingengines.

Type B


X

X

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X


Type C


X

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X

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X

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The following paragraphs explain how to maintain thevarious materials present outside your boat’s cabin tohelp keep the boat looking new.

The exterior fiberglass surfaces of your boat are coatedwith a protective layer of gelcoat. Gelcoat forms a hard,smooth and durable surface. It does, however, containvery small pores that, over time, collect dirt and discolorif the gelcoat is not kept clean.

Do not use abrasive cleaners when washing your boat.Abrasive cleaners scratch and dull the gelcoat.

Wash the boat with fresh water after each outing tohelp keep the gelcoat clean. If you operate your boat insalt water, wash it at least once every week, even if ithasn’t been used since the last washing. Periodicallywash the boat with a solution of fresh water and mildsoap. Use a sponge to wash smooth surfaces and a stiffnylon or natural bristle brush to wash nonskid surfaces.

Do not wax the nonskid surfaces. Waxing them makesthem slippery and dangerous to walk on.

Wax all non-tread areas at least once a season. Use ahigh quality, non-yellowing, marine wax. Waxing yourboat provides a shiny surface and seals the pores in thegelcoat, making it easier to keep clean.

The continued and overly frequent use of abrasivepolishing compounds eventually erodes the gelcoat.

Gelcoat eventually dulls with age, much like the painton your car. When it does this, you can restore thegelcoat’s luster using an electric buffer and a very finegrade polishing compound. Ask your Carver Dealerwhat brand and grade of polish to use.

Stress cracks are common on all fiberglass boats. In themajority of instances these cracks are cosmetic and

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limited to the gelcoat surface only. Gelcoat stress cracksare rarely an indication of structural problems. If youdiscover stress cracks in your boat contact your CarverDealer.

NOTE: The repair of cosmetic (non-structural) gelcoatstress cracks is not included under the terms of theCarver Limited Warranty.

Gelcoat Repair

Cosmetic repair of minor gelcoat nicks and scratches isnot difficult nor does it require the use of special orunique tools. Any boat owner with a little practice canmake visually satisfying repairs. Repairs to fiberglasslaminates or structural fiberglass components are bestleft to the experienced technicians at your CarverDealer.

A gelcoat repair kit is available from your CarverDealer (Carver part number 82036-03). This kit in-cludes color matched gel, gel hardener and detailedinstructions on making gelcoat repairs.

Gelcoat Blisters

While fiberglass is a durable and economical material, itis not indestructible as is often assumed by many boat-ers. The most commonly known problem associated withfiberglass is blistering. These blisters generally form inthe gelcoat or in the outer most layer of laminate. Theycan range in size from microscopic to two inches orlarger in diameter.

The appearance of fiberglass blisters does not indicatestructural problems or faulty hull lamination. Gelcoatblisters form through a natural process and are quitecommon. If you discover blisters on the underwaterportion of your boat's hull, contact your Carver Dealer.

The underwater surfaces of your boat are coated with ahigh-quality, factory-applied coat of antifouling bottompaint, applied after the hull has been carefully preparedand primed.

The paint has a high copper content and antifoulingelements that retard the growth of marine life on thebottom of your boat's hull. The antifouling elements in

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this paint have a limited life span, usually about 12months. Because of this, Carver suggests you repaintthe hull with a fresh coat of bottom paint on an annualbasis. Be sure to use a paint that is compatible with thefactory-applied paint. Failure to do so can void yourbottom paint warranty. Also make sure the paint is bestfor the type of water you operate the boat in. See yourCarver Dealer for assistance in selecting an appropriatebottom paint.

To prepare the hull bottom for painting, lightly sand theexisting paint with 80 grit or 100 grit sandpaper. Re-move all dirt and sanding residue from the hull. Applythe new paint using a brush, roller or sprayer. If youwish to apply a second coat, allow the first coat to drybefore proceeding.

Deck fittings, rail bases, window frames and all under-water fittings have been sealed with the finest qualitysealants. These sealants, however, do not last indefi-nitely. The working action of the boat and the expansionand contraction caused by variations in outside tem-perature eventually break down the sealant.

Fittings that have begun to leak must be resealed.Remove the fitting and clean the old sealant from bothmating surfaces. Reseal the fitting using the sealantrecommended by your Carver Dealer.

Stainless steel is not rust-resistant nor is it stain-resistant. When left in contact with the marine environ-ment it does rust and corrode. Proper care helps keepthe stainless fittings on your boat looking bright andshiny.

Clean the stainless steel rails and fittings after eachouting with either soap and water or glass cleaner. Ifyou operate your boat in salt water, clean the rails andfittings at least once every week, even if the boat hasn’tbeen used since the last cleaning.

If you discover any rust, remove it immediately. Failureto do so leads to irreversible pitting. Use brass, silver orchrome polish to remove rust on stainless steel. Wax thestainless fittings and rails to help protect them from theelements and keep them looking their best. Use thesame wax you use on the fiberglass surfaces of the boat.

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Never use abrasives like sandpaper or steel wool toclean stainless steel fittings or rails. Never use mineralacids or bleach to clean stainless steel. Never letstainless steel come into prolonged contact with iron,steel or other metals which cause contaminationleading to rust or corrosion.

A variety of decorative stripes are used on the exteriorof your boat. Striping tapes are custom-made toCarver’s color and size specifications. Replacementstriping tape is only available through Carver Dealers.To remove a damaged section of tape, heat the areawith a hair dryer. This softens the adhesive and makesthe tape easier to remove. To remove any adhesiveresidue, use acetone.

When fueling your boat, avoid spilling fuel on any ofthe decorative striping tape. Fuel damages the stripingtape.

The window and hatch frames on your boat are fabri-cated from aluminum. Some of these frames are paintedwith enamel. To clean both the painted and unpaintedframes, use a sponge dipped in a solution of fresh waterand mild soap. Do not use a brush or abrasive cleaneras these can scratch the painted frame surfaces, damag-ing their appearance.

The cabin windows are made from tempered glass.Clean the windows using a soft rag and glass cleaner.The bridge wind screen is made from formed plexiglass.Do not use glass cleaner to clean plexiglass; instead, usea solution of fresh water and mild soap.

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If you have used Dr. Vinyl to repair damaged uphol-stery, do not use the following cleaners on the re-paired area as they will damage it.

• Denatured alcohol• 3M Citrus Cleaner• Ammonia and hydrogen peroxide

To care for the exterior vinyl on your boat, refer to thecleaning recommendations in the following "VinylCleaning and Care" insert. The insert also containsspecific information on removing certain types of stains.The treatment for additional types of stains is describedbelow.

Grease and Pencil Marks: Use a medium-soft brushto apply either a solution of fresh water and Ivory Soapor Fantastik Spray Cleaner.

Tough Stains, Adhesive, Teak Oil and Rust: Use3M Citrus Cleaner; rinse with soap and water.

Avoid saturating the exterior cushions with water. Toenhance the appearance of the exterior cushions andupholstery, occasionally treat them with an approvedvinyl protectant.

Rinse the bridge and deck carpet with fresh water whencleaning the other portions of the boat's exterior. Whenthe exterior carpet becomes soiled, remove the carpetfrom the boat and wash it with hot water and any brandof carpet detergent suitable for hot water extraction. Toremove stains from the carpet, refer to the carpet OEMinformation.

White Vinyl

White exterior enclosures are made from vinyl coatedmaterials. Clean the enclosures using a sponge dippedin a solution of fresh water and mild soap. To removeheavy dirt, use a vinyl cleaner. Treat the vinyl with avinyl protectant twice each season.

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Sunbrella

Colored canvas enclosures are made from Sunbrellafabric. This fabric should be cleaned regularly beforedirt accumulates and becomes embedded in it. Thefabric can be cleaned without removing it from thestainless steel bow supports. Brush all loose dirt off theSunbrella, then hose down the fabric with a solution ofnatural soap and lukewarm fresh water (no more than100 degrees F.). Rinse with fresh water until the soap isremoved. Do not use detergents.

Do not soak the Sunbrella in Clorox for an excessiveamount of time as this can damage the stitching.Cleaning the Sunbrella using bleach may reduce thefabric’s water repellency. To restore its water repel-lency, apply an air-curing fluorocarbon water repellenttreatment.

For stubborn stains: Remove the fabric from the bowsupports. Soak the fabric for 20 minutes in a solution ofno more than 1/2 cup (4 oz.) Clorox and 1/4 cup (2 oz.)natural soap per gallon of lukewarm fresh water (nomore than 100 degrees F.). Rinse with fresh water untilthe soap is removed, then allow the fabric to air dry.

Do not subject canvas fabric to excessive heat. Beforestoring the fabric, thoroughly air dry it. Store it in adry, ventilated area.

Enclosure Curtains

The enclosure curtain's clear vinyl windows are easilyscratched if cleaned incorrectly. Because of this, useonly nonabrasive cleaners and a soft cloth to clean thevinyl windows. To remove water spots, use glass cleanerand a clean, soft cloth. To remove dirt and dust, use aclean, soft cloth dipped in a solution of fresh water andvery mild soap. Do not use paper towel to clean theclear vinyl windows as it will scratch them.

There are several cleaners made specifically for vinylwindows. If you decide to use one of these cleaners, firsttry the product on a small, inconspicuous area to makesure that it does not damage or scratch the vinyl sur-face.


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One of the best things you can do to maintain the inte-rior of your boat is to ventilate the cabin as often aspossible. Do not allow moisture to accumulate in theboat's interior. Moisture leads to a damp, musty envi-ronment, which encourages the growth of mildew.

Solid hardwood and hardwood veneer are used through-out the interior of your boat. Treat this woodwork likeyou treat your finest furniture. Dust it on a regularbasis using lemon oil and a soft rag. Avoid using wax-based furniture polish.

Do not lay wet or damp towels or clothing on or againstthe finished hardwood surfaces.

The interior woodwork was finished at the factory withMOHAWK POUR-N-WIPE FINISH #603-3017. This isan industrial/commercial grade finish that is not com-monly found at local paint and hardware stores. Youcan order MOHAWK POUR-N-WIPE (Carver partnumber 81069-00) through your Carver Dealer. Followthe manufacturer’s instructions on the product packagewhen applying this product to your wood surfaces.

High Pressure Laminate (HPL) is used on many of thecabinet faces and counter tops inside your boat. HPL isextremely durable and easy to clean. Clean the lami-nated surfaces with a cleaner made for use on house-hold counter tops. Avoid using the counter tops ascutting surfaces. Cutting or slicing on the HPL surfacescan permanently scratch them.

The woven fabrics used in your boat’s interior includedrapes, pillow shams, bed spreads, woven (fuzzy) head-liners and sofa and barrel chair coverings. These fabricshave been treated with a popular stain retardant prod-uct. Even so, the fabrics still need periodic cleaning. Tocare for the fabrics, refer to the cleaning recommenda-tions in the following "Fabric Cleaning and Care"insert. The insert also contains specific information onremoving certain types of stains. The treatment foradditional types of stains is described below.

Pencil Marks: Use a clean, white cloth and Westley’sClear Magic.

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Tough Stains and Set Water Stains: Always try thetechnique outlined in the insert first. If that doesn’tremove the stain, spray Westley’s Clear Magic on thearea, going two inches around the stain or, if possible,bring the wetness to a break point, such as a bulkhead.Spray water on the area as directed on the productbottle. Let set about 5 minutes. Rub the area with aclean towel, rotating the towel as the stain is removed.As you rub, go a little beyond the wetness with thetowel, flaring the edges.

Allow the area to dry or blow the entire cleaned areawith compressed air. Repeat if necessary or use Lendowglass cleaner. After the stain is removed, use the clothesshaver to remove “fuzzies”.

The carpet used on the interior of the boat has beentreated with a popular stain retardant product. Even so,the carpet still needs periodic cleaning. Care for thecarpet as you would care for the carpet in your home.Vacuum it often and shampoo it as needed.

When your boat is new, the carpet sheds and needs tobe vacuumed frequently. This is normal. The sheddingstops after a few weeks.

Some of your boat’s interior components, such as theshower stalls, optional lower helm module and state-room berth platforms, are made of gelcoated fiberglass.Interior fiberglass can be cleaned with any householdcleaner that has been made for cleaning fiberglass.Many of these types of cleaners are marketed as “tuband tile” cleaners. Do not use abrasive cleaners on theinterior fiberglass surfaces. Abrasive cleaners scratchand dull the shiny gelcoat surface.

Do not use glass cleaner, abrasive cleaners or aro-matic solvents on plexiglass. Doing so etches theplexiglass.

The shower door, mirrored face of the head medicinecabinets, and other areas of your boat are made ofplexiglass. Clean plexiglass with a solution of fresh

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water and mild liquid detergent. Remove any finescratches with a fine automotive acrylic rubbing andpolishing compound.

The following paragraphs explain how to maintain yourboat’s propulsion, electrical, fresh water, bilge andsanitation systems.

Refer to the engine and generator OEM information forinstructions on maintaining your boat’s engines andoptional generator. There is an in-line seawater strainerinstalled in the water intake lines for each engine andthe generator. Open and clean the strainers at leastonce every 30 days. The strainers are located beneaththe port and starboard hatches in the salon. Refer to the"Interior Hatches" portion of Section 9 for the loca-tion of these hatches. If you are operating the boat indirty waters or areas with a high degree of aquaticvegetation, inspect the strainers more frequently. Aclogged strainer restricts the intake of seawater whichcan cause the affected engine or the generator to over-heat.

Inspect the thru-hull valves on a monthly basis. Makesure the connections between the hose and the valve aretight. Look for water leaks around the area where thevalve and hull meet. Every 30 days open and close eachvalve two or three times. This guards against the valveseizing in the open or closed position. While doing thismake sure the valve handle is securely fastened.Tighten any loose handles. Refer to the "Thru-HullFittings" portion of Section 9 for the location of thethru-hull valves.

Make sure the engines are OFF before inspecting thepropeller shaft seals. The engine room contains mov-ing, hot machinery. Keep your hands, feet and bodyout of the engine room while one or both engines areoperating.

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The propeller shaft extends through a watertight fittingcalled a shaft seal. Check the shaft seal every month; ifthe seal is leaking, contact your Carver Dealer.

Wear gloves when handling a propeller. Its blades aresharp.

Inspect your props often. Carry a swim mask in yourboat so you can inspect the props while swimming.Props that are out-of-balance or damaged can diminishthe boat’s performance by reducing the boat’s speed,causing steering problems, and creating vibrations.Vibrations can lead to drive train damage.

Have the propellers balanced by an established propel-ler repair shop at least once a year. Repair or replacedamaged props.

Propeller shaft struts require very little maintenance.Within each strut is a strut or cutlass bearing thatprovides a smooth surface for the shaft to rotate. Thesebearings occasionally need to be replaced. They needreplacement more often if you use your boat in waterthat has a lot of sand or abrasive material suspended init. Have your marine technician inspect the strut bear-ings whenever the boat is pulled. Replace the bearingswhen the technician recommends it.

The majority of difficulties that occur with the 12 voltDC electrical system are caused by poor battery mainte-nance. The factory-installed batteries on your boatshould function normally for several years if properlymaintained. These heavy-duty batteries can be dis-charged and recharged repeatedly without damagingthem; however, completely discharging and overcharg-ing a battery can shorten its life span.

To maximize the useful life of the batteries:

1. Do not store batteries that are only partiallycharged. Recharge the batteries to a voltage read-ing between 12.3 and 12.6 volts before storing.Monitor the voltage reading every 30 days while

Props

A TIP FROM CARVER!

Consider purchasing and carry-ing a spare set of props onboardyour boat. Many marine dealersdo not carry a full inventory ofreplacement propellers. A spareset allows your vacation or cruiseto continue in the event that yourboat's primary set of props isdamaged.

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the batteries are in storage and recharge them ifthe voltage drops below 12.3 volts.

2. Do not overcharge the batteries. Stop charging thebatteries when the voltage is between 12.3 and 12.6volts. Do not continuously (trickle) charge thebatteries. Trickle charging a fully charged batteryreduces its useful life.

While using the boat, use the voltmeters to frequentlymonitor the charge level of each battery bank. Monitorthe charge level with the engines turned off (staticcondition). Use the onboard battery chargers (the con-trols are on the Safety Breaker Panel) or the enginealternators (which work automatically while the en-gines are running) to recharge the batteries when theyare not fully charged. When the battery bank is fullycharged the voltmeter reads between 12.3 and 12.6volts.

Do not charge the batteries if they are already fullycharged. The engine alternators can not overcharge thebatteries. The onboard battery charger can overchargethe batteries because, when it determines the batteriesare fully charged, it does not shut off but switches totrickle charge mode.

Disconnect the batteries when performing mainte-nance tasks on the DC electrical system. Failure to doso can lead to electrical shock.

Inspect the batteries once every month. Clean anycorrosion that has developed on the battery terminals.Spray a terminal protector on the terminals and batterycable eye connectors. Make sure the battery cables aresecurely fastened to the terminals. Tighten the wingnuts only slightly beyond finger tight with a pliers.

Check the level of fluid in each battery cell. Fill any lowcells with distilled water only. The fill level is markedon the side of the battery case.

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Flush and sanitize the fresh water system at least onceevery season. Flushing involves draining all water fromthe system. Sanitizing involves using a commercially-made fresh water tank sanitizing liquid that is avail-able at many marine supply stores.

NOTE: The fresh water system, including the waterheater, must be drained as part of the winterizationprocess. Failure to winterize the water system could leadto damaged pipes, valves, faucets, tanks, or a rupturedwater heater. Refer to the "Fresh Water System" por-tion of Section 8.

Shower

If the water flow from the shower becomes restricted, itmay be due to the accumulation of sediment in theshower head. If this happens, remove the head andrinse it with clean water. If necessary, clean the dis-charge holes with a narrow wire.

Water Taps

Periodically remove and clean the filter screens fromthe sinks’ water taps. Rinse the screens with cleanwater. If necessary, clean the screens with a narrowwire. A buildup of debris in the filter screens can blockthe water flow enough to cause the pressure waterpump to repeatedly cycle on and off.

Sumps

Clean the sumps frequently. Hair, dirt and soap scumcollect in the sumps and, if not removed, eventually clogthe sump pump or sump hoses.

Pressure Water Pump

There is an in-line filter installed near the pressurewater pump. Clean the filter once a month. The pump islocated beneath the forward hatch in the salon. Refer tothe "Interior Hatches" portion of Section 9 for thelocation of this hatch.

Water Tank Vent Screen

A vent for each fresh water tank is installed throughthe boat’s hull. Each vent has a screen over its openingto prevent dirt and insects from entering the freshwater tank. Clean the vent screens once every six

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months or twice a season. Refer to the "Deck Plates"portion of Section 9 for the exact location of the vents.

Keeping the bilges clean is important. A dirty bilgeleads to clogged bilge pumps and unpleasant odors inthe cabin. Keeping the bilges dry helps reduce moisturein the cabin.

1. Periodically inspect and clean each bilge pump’sstrainer. The strainers prevent dirt and debris fromclogging the bilge pump intakes. The bilge pumpsare located beneatch hatches in the galley, salon,and aft stateroom. Refer to the "Interior Hatches"portion of Section 9 for the location of thesehatches.

2. Frequently check the operation of each bilge pumpfloat switch to ensure that it is operating properly.Clean the float switch so that it can move freely.

3. Clean the bilge pumps twice a season by wiping anydirt or oil from their exterior surfaces.

4. Remove any oil, dirt or debris from the bilges. Treatthe bilges with a commercial bilge cleaner twice aseason. Bilge cleaners are available from yourCarver Dealer.

Unlike the other systems in your boat, the sanitationsystem requires ongoing maintenance to avoid prob-lems.

Always use sanitation system deodorizer. Use the brandrecommended by your Carver Dealer. Your boat's sani-tation system is not like the toilet and sewer in a home.Do not flush any items down the toilet that the toiletwas not designed to accommodate. Refer to the OEMinformation for details on maintaining the toilets.

Empty the waste tanks often and when you know theboat will not be used for an extended period. Each timeyou empty the waste tanks, flush them with freshwater. This helps remove any remaining waste from thetanks.

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SECTION 8 WINTERIZATION AND STORAGE

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Winterization and Storage

Introduction ............................................................. 170

Lifting ....................................................................... 170

Blocking ................................................................... 170

Winterization ............................................................ 172Engines ..........................................................................172Air Conditioning System ................................................ 172Fresh Water System ...................................................... 172Raw Water Washdowns ................................................. 174Bilge ............................................................................... 176Sanitation System ......................................................... 176Exterior .......................................................................... 182Interior ........................................................................... 182

Storage ..................................................................... 182Dry Storage.................................................................... 182Wet Storage ................................................................... 183

Spring Recommissioning Checklist......................... 186

WINTERIZATION AND STORAGE SECTION 8

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Before you store your boat for an extended period oftime during which temperatures could fall below freez-ing (such as during winter), you must properly winter-ize it. Winterizing your boat removes all water from itsvarious systems. If this water froze, it could causeextensive damage to the boat and its systems.

Carver recommends that you hire a professional towinterize your boat and its systems. Carver also recom-mends that you place your boat in dry, as opposed towet, storage. Some of the winterizing procedures canonly be completed when the boat is out of the water. Drystorage also gives you the opportunity to thoroughlyinspect your boat’s hull and underwater components forany maintenance needs.

To lift your boat from the water, hire a professionalexperienced and trained in lifting yachts. The boat’shull must be properly supported during the liftingoperation to avoid serious and permanent hull deforma-tion.

Do not place a lifting strap around the boat’s shaft orany other underwater component.

Use approved lifting straps. “SLING” tags are locatedon the sidedeck of the boat. These are the only placeswhere lifting straps should be positioned for lifting.

Never go under the boat when it is suspended in a lift.

When your boat is placed in dry storage its hull must beproperly blocked to avoid damaging it. You can eitheruse a cradle designed specifically by Carver to supportyour model of boat or build your own blocking supports.

If using the Carver-designed cradle, the forward end ofthe cradle should be slightly elevated to position theboat in a bow-high attitude. This allows any water inthe bilges to flow to the back of the aft bilge compart-ment and drain through the garboard drain.

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If you wish to build your own blocking supports, youneed the following items to make each support.

• Four 4”x4”s, each three feet long• One 2"x8", two feet long• The appropriate fasteners (nails, bolts or screws)• The appropriate tools.

4x4's4x4's

2x8

Side ViewAft View

4x4's

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4x4's

4x4's4x4's

2x8

Position one blocking support under the boat's keelbeneath a transverse stringer in each of three locations:forward, amidships and aft. Position additional sidesupports on each side of the boat adjacent to the keelblocking.

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Your boat must be properly winterized before storage.Failure to winterize the boat could result in damagedpipes, valves, faucets, tanks, hot water heater andother components.

The following paragraphs explain how to winterize thesystems that require it.

Refer to the OEM information for details on winterizingthe engines.

Refer to the OEM information for details on winterizingthe air conditioning system. Carver recommends thatyou have a qualified marina winterize your air condi-tioning system for you.

When winterizing your boat’s fresh water system,drain the entire system including the water heater andoptional engine heat exchanger.

Refer to the "Fresh Water System" portion of Section4 for a diagram of your boat’s fresh water system,including optional equipment.

Draining the System

1. Switch the Water Heater circuit breaker on the ACControl Center "OFF". Carver recommends tapingthe breaker in the "OFF" position until the watersystem is filled and primed after spring recommis-sioning.

Do not supply power to the water heater when it isempty. Doing so may damage the unit’s heatingelement and cause a fire.


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5. On the DC Control Center, switch the System DCMain circuit breaker "ON", then switch the Pres-sure Water Pump circuit breaker "ON".

6. Open all sink and shower faucets on the boat,including the faucets for the optional transom handshower and bow and transom fresh waterwashdowns.

7. When there is no more water coming from any ofthe sink taps, shower heads, or fresh waterwashdowns, switch the Pressure Water Pumpcircuit breaker "OFF".

8. Drain the water heater. It is located beneath ahatch in the aft stateroom berth. Refer to the OEMinformation for details on draining the waterheater.

Winterizing the System

You must use an approved, nontoxic antifreeze inyour boat’s fresh water system. Refer to the SeaLandTechnical Bulletin at the end of this section forinformation on the proper type of antifreeze to use.Using the wrong type of antifreeze can damage thefresh water system. The repair of such damage is notincluded under the terms of either the Carver LimitedWarranty or the fresh water system OEM’s warranty.

1. Pour 15 gallons of nontoxic recreational vehicleantifreeze into your boat's fresh water tanks. Thefresh water tanks are filled through a single deckfitting with a plate labeled "WATER". The plate ison the starboard sidedeck forward of the dinette.Refer to the "Deck Plates" portion of Section 9 forthe location of this plate.

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3. Switch the Pressure Water Pump circuit breaker onthe DC Control Center "ON".

4. Open the galley sink cold water faucet. When asteady stream of antifreeze flows from the tap, closethe faucet. Repeat this step for the galley hot waterfaucet, then for each cold and hot water faucet onthe boat, except for the optional transom handshower and bow and transom fresh waterwashdowns.

For the transom shower, place the shower head in abucket before turning on the shower faucet. Thiscatches the antifreeze, which can be reused. Pro-ceed as described earlier in this step.

For the bow and transom fresh water washdowns:

a. Remove the hose(s) from the fresh waterwashdown fittings.

b. Place a bucket under the washdown fittings tocatch the antifreeze, which can be reused.

c. Open the washdown faucets. When a steadystream of antifreeze flows from the fittings, closethe faucets.

5. Pour one or two quarts of the antifreeze into eachshower drain until the sump pumps turn ON.

6. Pour a quart of the antifreeze into each sink drain.

Preparing the System for Use Again

When you remove your boat from storage and prepare touse it again, flush the entire fresh water system withfresh water. Nontoxic antifreeze is colored, so the watersystem is adequately flushed when uncolored waterflows from all of the faucets and shower heads.

Before performing this procedure on the optional rawwater washdowns, your boat should be pulled from thewater.

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1. Close the seacock that supplies the raw waterwashdown pump with seawater. The seacock islocated beneath the forward hatch in the salon.Refer to the "Interior Hatches" portion of Section9 for the location of this hatch.

2. Disconnect the end of the hose that is attached tothe washdown side of the seacock.

You must use an approved antifreeze in your boat’sraw water washdown system. Refer to the SeaLandTechnical Bulletin at the end of this section forinformation on the proper type of antifreeze to use.Using the wrong type of antifreeze can damage theraw water washdown system. The repair of suchdamage is not included under the terms of either theCarver Limited Warranty or the raw water washdownsystem OEM’s warranty.

3. Place the disconnected hose end into a bucket thatcontains about a gallon of nontoxic recreationalvehicle antifreeze.

4. Remove the hose(s) from the bow and transom rawwater washdown fittings.

5. Place a bucket under the washdown fittings tocatch the antifreeze, which can be reused.



8. On the DC Control Center, switch the System DCMain circuit breaker "ON", then switch theWashdown Pump circuit breaker "ON".

9. When a steady stream of antifreeze flows from thewashdown fittings, switch the Washdown Pumpcircuit breaker "OFF".

10. Reconnect the hose to the washdown fitting.

11. Reconnect the hose that was disconnected in Step 2.

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1. Open the garboard drain. Leave the drain openwhile your boat is in storage.

2. Remove all water from the bilge.

3. Clean the bilge as described in the "Bilge" portionof Section 7.

Before performing this procedure on the sanitationsystem, your boat should be pulled from the water.Refer to the OEM information for more information onwinterizing the sanitation system.

Refer to the "Sanitation System" portion of Section 4for a diagram of your boat’s sanitation system.

There are three types of sanitation systems: the stan-dard system, the overboard discharge system and thedirect overboard discharge system.

Standard Sanitation System

1. Empty the waste tanks as described in the "Emp-tying the Waste Tanks" portion of Section 4.Remove as much of the fresh water used in flushingthe tanks as possible.

2. If the sanitation system uses seawater to flush thetoilets, follow steps a - d below; otherwise, proceedto step 3.

a. Close the seacock for each toilet.

b. For each seacock, disconnect the end of theseawater pickup hose that is attached to thetoilet side of the seacock.

c. Flush the toilets until all water is drained fromthe seawater pickup hoses.

d. Reconnect the seawater pickup hoses to theseacocks. Leave the seacocks closed.

You must use an approved antifreeze in your boat’ssanitation system. Refer to the SeaLand Technical

Bilge

Sanitation System

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Bulletin at the end of this section for information onthe proper type of antifreeze to use. Using the wrongtype of antifreeze can damage the sanitation system.The repair of such damage is not included under theterms of either the Carver Limited Warranty or thesanitation system OEM’s warranty.

3. Flush 4 gallons of nontoxic recreational vehicleantifreeze through each toilet and allow it to re-main in the waste tanks while the boat is in stor-age.

4. When you remove your boat from storage andprepare to use it again:

a. Pour 5 gallons of fresh water through each toilet.

b. Empty the waste tanks as described in the"Emptying the Waste Tanks" portion of Sec-tion 4.

c. If the sanitation system uses seawater to flushthe toilets, open the seacock for each toilet. Flushthe toilets a few times to prime the sanitationsystem.

d. Charge the waste tanks by adding deodorizer.Use the brand of deodorizer recommended byyour Carver Dealer.

Overboard Discharge System






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3. Switch the Forward and Aft Waste Pump circuitbreakers on the DC Control Center "ON".

4. Under the boat, place a large bucket beneath eachoverboard discharge fitting to collect antifreezepumped out later in this procedure. Refer to the"Thru-Hull Fittings" portion of Section 9 for thelocation of the forward and aft overboard dischargefittings.

You must use an approved antifreeze in your boat’ssanitation system. Refer to the SeaLand TechnicalBulletin at the end of this section for information onthe proper type of antifreeze to use. Using the wrongtype of antifreeze can damage the sanitation system.The repair of such damage is not included under theterms of either the Carver Limited Warranty or thesanitation system OEM’s warranty.

5. Flush 10 gallons of nontoxic recreational vehicleantifreeze through the forward toilet.

6. Open the forward waste tank overboard dischargeseacock. The seacock is located beneath the forwardhatch in the salon. Refer to the "Interior Hatches"portion of Section 9 for the location of this hatch.

7. Turn the forward waste pump ON/OFF switch ON.The switch is located near the forward overboarddischarge seacock.

8. When a steady stream of antifreeze flows from theforward overboard discharge fitting, turn the wastepump "OFF".

9. Close the forward waste tank overboard dischargeseacock.

10. Flush 10 gallons of nontoxic recreational vehicleantifreeze through the aft toilet.

11. Open the aft waste tank overboard dischargeseacock. The seacock is located beneath the aft

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hatch in the aft stateroom. Refer to the "InteriorHatches" portion of Section 9 for the location ofthis hatch.

12. Turn the aft waste pump ON/OFF switch ON. Theswitch is located near the aft overboard dischargeseacock.

13. When a steady stream of antifreeze flows from theoverboard discharge fitting, turn "OFF" the wastepump.

14. Close the aft waste tank overboard dischargeseacock.


16. When you remove your boat from storage andprepare to use it again, flush and pump the wastetanks to remove the antifreeze.

Direct Overboard Discharge System







3. Switch the Forward and Aft Waste Pump circuitbreakers on the DC Control Center "ON".

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4. Under the boat, place a large bucket beneath eachwaste tank’s overboard discharge fitting to collectantifreeze pumped out later in this procedure.

5. Locate the forward waste tank bypass valve. Thisvalve lets you bypass the forward waste tank andflush waste directly overboard. Position the valve to"HOLDING TANK".

You must use an approved antifreeze in your boat’ssanitation system. Refer to the SeaLand TechnicalBulletin at the end of this section for information onthe proper type of antifreeze to use. Using the wrongtype of antifreeze can damage the sanitation system.The repair of such damage is not included under theterms of either the Carver Limited Warranty or thesanitation system OEM’s warranty.

6. Flush 10 gallons of nontoxic recreational vehicleantifreeze through the forward toilet.

7. Open the forward waste tank’s overboard dischargeseacock. This seacock is located beneath the for-ward hatch in the salon.

8. Turn the forward waste pump ON/OFF switch ON.The switch is located near the forward overboarddischarge seacock.

9. When a steady stream of antifreeze flows from theforward overboard discharge fitting, turn the wastepump "OFF".

10. Close the forward waste tank’s overboard dischargeseacock.

11. Under the boat, place a large bucket beneath theforward toilet’s direct overboard discharge fitting tocollect antifreeze pumped out later in this proce-dure.

12. Open the forward toilet’s direct overboard dis-charge seacock. This seacock is located beneath theforward hatch in the salon.

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13. Position the forward waste tank bypass valve to"OVERBOARD".

14. Flush 5 gallons of antifreeze through the forwardtoilet. Continue flushing the toilet until a steadystream of antifreeze flows from the direct overboarddischarge fitting.

15. Close the forward toilet’s direct overboard dis-charge seacock.

16. Locate the aft waste tank bypass valve. This valvelets you bypass the aft waste tank and flush wastedirectly overboard. Position the valve to "HOLD-ING TANK".

17. Flush 10 gallons of nontoxic recreational vehicleantifreeze through the aft toilet.

18. Open the aft waste tank’s overboard dischargeseacock. This seacock is located beneath the afthatch in the aft stateroom floor.

19. Turn the aft waste pump ON/OFF switch ON. Theswitch is located near the aft overboard dischargeseacock.

20. When a steady stream of antifreeze flows from theaft overboard discharge fitting, turn the wastepump "OFF".

21. Close the aft waste tank’s overboard dischargeseacock.

22. Under the boat, place a large bucket beneath theaft toilet’s direct overboard discharge fitting tocollect antifreeze pumped out later in this proce-dure.

23. Open the aft toilet’s direct overboard dischargeseacock. This seacock is located beneath the afthatch in the aft stateroom.

24. Position the aft waste tank bypass valve to "OVER-BOARD".

25. Flush 5 gallons of antifreeze through the aft toilet.Continue flushing the toilet until a steady stream

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of antifreeze flows from the overboard dischargefitting.

26. Close the aft toilet’s direct overboard dischargeseacock.


28. When you remove your boat from storage andprepare to use it again, flush and pump the wastetanks to remove the antifreeze.

Wash the exterior of the boat, particularly the underwa-ter portions. Remove as much aquatic growth as pos-sible while it is still wet. Once the growth has dried it ismore difficult to remove.

Check the zinc sacrificial anodes for deterioration. If thezincs shows signs of deterioration have them replacedbefore spring launch. Check stainless steel rails andfittings for signs of rust. Remove rust prior to winterlay-up. Inspect the underwater portions of the hull.Review anything that looks out of the ordinary withyour Carver Dealer.

Air out the cushions and make sure they are dry. Stor-ing damp cushions leads to mildew. Position the cush-ions so air can circulate around them. Purchase andposition moisture accumulators throughout the boat.These help reduce the amount of moisture that accumu-lates during storage. Remove everything from the boatthat could spoil or freeze while the boat is stored. Alsoremove all dried food. Food attracts mice and insects.

To give your boat the maximum protection while it is instorage, Carver recommends that you place your boat indry, as opposed to wet, storage.

Protecting the boat from the elements during winterstorage is advised. Have your marina shrink wrap theboat or have a winter storage cover made. Occasionallycheck on the boat while it is in storage to make surethat it is in good condition.

Exterior

Interior

Storage

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Wet Storage

If your boat will be in outside storage, properly supporta storage cover and secure it over the boat. Do notsecure the cover to the boat too tightly. Allow adequateventilation to protect against dry rot. Do not store theboat in a damp storage enclosure. Purchase and positionmoisture accumulator packets between the shrink-wrapand your boat's enclosures to help prevent moisturefrom accumulating. Excessive dampness can lead tomildew, electrical problems, corrosion and dry rot.

NOTE: Do not use the bridge enclosure, aft deck enclo-sure, bimini top or convertible top canvas in place of awinter storage cover. These are not designed for long-term storage purposes. The life of these enclosures maybe significantly shortened if they are exposed to harshweather elements for prolonged periods.

Wet storage procedures vary from region to region.Consult your Carver Dealer before preparing to leaveyour boat in the water over the winter.


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SpringRecommissioningChecklist

Before launching your boat, complete thefollowing.

Hull

Remove old antifouling bottom paint

Fill nicks and gouges

Inspect props, struts, rudders

Inspect thru-hull fittings

Apply new antifouling bottom paint

Buff out minor hull scratches

Remove dirt, stains

Apply wax

Deck and Cabin

Inspect hatches and windows for leaks

Wax non-walking surfaces

Engines

Follow manufacturer's recommissioningguidelines

Check crankcase, transmission oil levels

Inspect belts, hoses

Tune-up engines

Replace fuel filters

Electrical System

Check battery water level

Charge batteries

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Plumbing

Purge antifreeze

Replace taste/odor filters

Inspect, lubricate seacocks

Inspect, repair heads

Chemically charge waste and grey water tanks

Fill fresh water tanks

Safety Equipment

Inspect PFDs

Replace old distress signals

Inspect fire extinguishers

Inspect, test bilge pumps

Inspect mooring lines, fenders

After launching your boat, complete the following.

Check for engine cooling water flow

Check propshaft alignment

Check propeller shaft seals

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SECTION 9 WARRANTY AND PARTS

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Warranty and Parts

Warranty Information............................................... 192Carver Dealer’s Responsibilities ...................................192Owner's Responsibilities ...............................................192

Obtaining Warranty Service .................................... 193

Second Owner Registration..................................... 194

Hull Identification Number ...................................... 194

OEMs ........................................................................ 195Serial Number Record Sheet .........................................202

Specifications .......................................................... 204

Component Locations .............................................. 204Cabin Layout .................................................................. 205Interior Hatches ............................................................ 206Deck Plates ....................................................................207Thru-Hull Fittings...........................................................208Canvas Layout ............................................................... 210Bimini Top Support Layout ............................................ 213

Bill of Material.......................................................... 217

Carver Limited Warranty ......................................... 219

WARRANTY AND PARTS SECTION 9

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Carver warrants every boat we manufacture as ex-plained in the Carver Limited Warranty. Your copy ofthe warranty is located at the end of this section. Pleasereview the warranty carefully.

To ensure that the warranty remains in effect during itslifetime, Carver Boat Corporation, your Carver Dealer,and you must each uphold specific responsibilities.Carver’s responsibilities are described in the CarverLimited Warranty.

Warranty Information

Your Carver Dealer will review the terms of the war-ranty and make certain the warranty is registered withCarver. Your Dealer will also instruct you on how toobtain warranty service.

Pre-Delivery Service Procedure

Your Carver Dealer will prepare your boat for deliveryin accordance with the procedures detailed on the Pre-Delivery Service Record. Your dealer will sign the Pre-Delivery Service Record and provide you with a copy.

Registration of your boat and its engines is required bythe Federal Safe Boating Act of 1971. Your CarverDealer will complete and mail your engine warrantycards as part of the Pre-Delivery Service procedure.

Boat and Systems Review

A representative from your Carver Dealership willreview the operation of your boat and its systems withyou.

Pre-Delivery Service Record

Verify that the boat's pre-delivery service record hasbeen completed and mailed to Carver. The pre-deliveryservice record is located in the Preface of this guide.Review the Pre-Delivery Service procedure with yourdealer. Read the Pre-Delivery Service Record. Be cer-tain you sign a copy of the Pre-Delivery Service Recordand retain a copy for your records.

WarrantyInformation

Carver Dealer’sResponsibilities

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OEM Components

Many of the OEM components installed in your boat arewarranted by their respective manufacturers. To acti-vate these warranties, complete and mail all OEMwarranty cards. The warranty card for each componentthat is warranted is located with its respective OEMinformation. Many of these OEMs also have programsdesigned to resolve any problems you may experiencewith their products. Your Carver Dealer can assist youwhen necessary in gaining access to these programs.

NOTE: All warranty cards must be completed andforwarded to the appropriate company within 5 days oftaking delivery of your boat.

Delivery

At the time of delivery, make a complete inspection ofthe boat and its systems. Document any work thatneeds to be completed by the dealer in order to meet theterms of your agreement.

Owner’s Information Kit

Read, understand, and follow the instructions in thisOwner’s Guide and all OEM information.

Contact your Carver Dealer if you have any questionsregarding warranty responsibilities.

The following requirements must be met before war-ranty work can be performed on your boat.

1. Your boat must be registered with the Carver BoatCorporation. Registration is accomplished by com-pleting, then submitting the Pre-Delivery ServiceRecord to the Carver Boat Corporation, P.O. Box1010, Pulaski, WI 54162-1010.

2. Pre-Delivery Service must be completed by yourCarver Dealer. Information concerning Pre-Deliv-ery Service can be found in the preface of thismanual. The Pre-Delivery Service Record must besigned by both the dealer and the owner.

NOTE: Your Carver Dealer is the ONLY personauthorized to approve warranty work. If warranty

Obtaining WarrantyService


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Cummins Engine Company875 Lawrence DriveDePere, WI 54115(414) 337-1991

Fuel Filters

Racor Industries, Inc.P.O. Box 3208Modesto, CA 95353(209) 521-7860

Drive Systems

Walters Machine Company84-98 Cambridge AvenueJersey City, NJ 07307(201) 656-5654

Velvet Drive Transmissions200 Theadore Rice Blvd.New Bedford, MA 02745(508) 979-4800

ZF IndustriesAttn: Marine Dept.777 Hickory Hills DriveVernon Hills, IL 60061(847) 634-3500

Generators

Kohler Generators / Kohler Company444 Highland DriveKohler, WI 53044(414) 565-3381

Onan Corporation1350 73rd Avenue N.E.Minneapolis, MN 55432(612) 574-5000

Westerbeke Corporation41 LedinAvon, MA 02322(508) 588- 7700


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Steering Systems

Hynautic Marine Systems1579 Barber Rd.Sarasota, FL 34240(941) 379-0500

Teleflex Steering Systems640 N. Lewis RoadLimerick, PA 19468(610) 948-5100

Heads

ITT Jabsco152 South West 8th St.Miami, FL 33130

Raritan Engineering CorporationP.O. Box 1157530 Orange StreetMillville, NJ 08332(609) 825-4900

SeaLand Technology, Inc.P.O. Box 384th StreetBig Prairie, OH 44611(800) 321-9886

Water Heaters


SeaWard Products3721 Capitol DriveWhittier, CA 90601(310) 699-7997

Air Conditioners

Marine Air Systems2000 N. Andrews Avenue ExtensionPompano Beach, FL 33069(954) 973-2477


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Trim Tabs

Bennett Marine Inc.550 N.W. 12th AvenueDeerfield Beach, FL 33442(305) 427-1350

Boat Leveler Company7305 Natural BridgeSt. Louis, MO 63121(314) 385-7470

Entertainment Equipment

JVC Service & Engineering Company ofAmerica - Div. of JCV Corporation107 Little Falls Rd.Fairfield, NJ 070041-800-537-5722(110 volt stereo system)

Capitol Sales Co.3110 Neil Armstrong Blvd.Eagan, MN 551211-800-545-2672(Quasar TV)

Marine Audio Sales16137 Westwoods Business ParkEllisville, MO 63021(314) 394-2631(12 volt Clarion AM/FM/CD stereo system)

Battery Chargers

Professional Mariner2970 Seaborg Ave.Ventura, CA 93003(805) 644-1886

Guest Corporation95 Research ParkwayMeridin, CT 06450(203) 235-4421

Charles Marine Products5600 Apollo DriveRolling Meadows, IL 60008(847) 806-6300


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Refrigerators and Ice Makers

Norcold Inc. (Division of Stolle Co.)P.O. Box 42482655 Cambell Rd.Sidney, OH 453651-800-543-1219

Nova Kool Mfg., Inc.1457 Barrow St.North Vancouver, B.C.Canada V7JIB6(604) 984-7794


General Electric CompanyConsumer Affairs Dept.Appliance ParkLouisville, KY 402251-800-626-2000

Sub-Zero1-800-222-7820

Ranges and Microwaves

SeaWard Products3721 Capitol DriveWhittier, CA 90601(310) 699-7997

Miscellaneous Accessories

Teleflex Marine, Inc.1816 57th StreetSarasota, FL 34243(941) 355-7721(Instruments)

Teleflex MarineMechanical Products640 North Lewis Rd.Limerick, PA 19468(610) 948-5100(Controls)


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Teleflex of Canada LTD3831 No. 6 RoadRichmond, British ColumbiaCanada V6V 1P6(604) 270-6899(Steering)

VDO Yazaki Corporation188 Brooke RoadWinchester, VA 22603(540) 665-0100(Gauges)

Guest Company, Inc.95 Research ParkwayMeriden, CT 06450(203) 235-4421(Spot Lights)

Morse Controls - IMO21 Clinton StreetHudson, OH 44236(216) 653-7701(Controls, Throttle & Shift Cables)

ITT Jabsco152 South West 8th St.Miami, FL 33130(7" and 8" Spotlights)

E.S. Ritchie & Sons Inc.P.O. Box 548243 Oak StreetPembroke, MA 02359(617) 826-5131(Compass)

Alson Corporation42 Union StreetHillsdale, MI 49242(517) 439-1411(Shower Controls)

Maxwell Winches, Inc.1610 Babcock St.Costa Mesa, CA 92627(949) 631-2634(winches)


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Sea-FireDivision of Metalcraft, Inc.9331-A Philadelphia RoadBaltimore, MD 21237(410) 687-5500(Halon System)

MTI IndustriesDivision of Marine Technologies, Inc.1000 Brown StreetSuite 107Wauconda, IL 600841-800-383-0269(CO Detector)

Bomar, Inc.South West StreetP.O. Box WCharlestown, NH 03603(603) 826-5791(Hatches)

Aluminum 2000, Inc.595 East Oregon RoadLititz, PA 17543(717) 569-2300(Doors)

Fireboy Xintex Safety SystemDivision of Consolidated Marine Products100 Commerce SWGrand Rapids, MI 49508(616) 454-8337(Halon System)


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The specifications listed here are based on a standardmodel with no options installed. Certain options maychange some of these specifications.

Length Overall (LOA)with boarding platform ............................... 40’7" / 12,37 m

Beam ......................................................... 13'11" / 4,24 m

Bridge Clearance(waterline to arch) ..................................... 18'0" / 5,49 m

Draft .......................................................... 42" / 1,07 m

Weight (estimated,with fuel and water) ................................... 28,100 lbs /

12746,16 kg

Fresh Water (both tanks) .......................... 100 U.S. gal /378,54 liters

Hot Water .................................................. 11 gal. /41,64 liters

Waste (both tanks) .................................... 72 U.S. gal /272,54 liters

Fuel ........................................................... 330 gal. /1249,18 liters

Cabin Headroom ....................................... 6'10" / 2,08 m

Sleeps ....................................................... 4 (6 optional)

The illustrations on the following pages show the loca-tions of various components, deck plates, and thru-hullfittings discussed throughout this guide. They alsodescribe how to install the bridge and aft deck canvasand the canvas supports.

Specifications

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Cabin Layout

ForwardStateroomBerth

ForwardHead

SalonLounge

SafetyBreakerPanel

SalonAC and DCControlCenters

HangingCloset

Galley

Salon Sofa

Aft Berth

Aft Head

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Interior Hatches

V8050BA

Water Heater

Aft Bilge PumpAft Waste Tank Overboard Discharge Seacock

Forward Bilge Pump

Air Conditioning Seawater StrainerPressure Water PumpRaw Water Washdown SeacockRaw Water Washdown System StrainerRaw Water Washdown PumpForward Waste Tank Overboard Discharge SeacockForward Waste Tank Overboard Discharge Pump

Aft Waste Tank Overboard Discharge Pump

Fuel Transfer PumpPort Engine Seawater Strainer

Starboard Engine Seawater Strainer

Amidships Bilge Pump

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Deck Plates

Fresh WaterTanks Fill Plate

Port Fuel Fill Plate

TV/Telephone ConnectorsShore Power ReceptaclesShore Power Circuit Breakers

Seawater WashdownFresh Water Washdown

Starboard Fuel Fill Plate

Shore Water FittingRaw Water WashdownFresh Water Washdown

Transom Hand Shower

Aft Waste TankPumpout Plate

Forward Waste TankPumpout Plate

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Thru-Hull Fittings

Aft BilgePump

Aft ShowerSump

Wet Bar Drain

Mid A/C Discharge

DeckScupperDrain

Master HeadExhaust Vent

A/CCondensation

FuelVent Fresh Water

Tank Vent

VentedLoop

Forward WasteTank Vent

Forward BilgePump

ForwardShower Sump

Rope LockerVent

Rope LockerVent

Forward A/CDischarge

Fresh WaterTank Vent

Galley Sink Drain

Fuel Vent

Deck ScupperDrain

Mid Bilge Pump

Aft A/CDischarge

Aft WasteTank Vent

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GeneratorExhaust Overboard

WasteDischarge

V8047DD

Port EngineExhaust

Starboard EngineExhaust

Propulsion EngineSeawater Pick-Up

Propulsion EngineSeawater Pick-Up

Transducer

OverboardWasteDischarge

GeneratorSeawaterPick-Up

GeneratorWaterDischarge

A/C SeawaterPick-Up

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Canvas Layout

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Bimini Top SupportLayout

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Bill of Material Any component that begin with a letter or have a cat-egory number lower than 50 is a manufactured compo-nent and therefore may not have all of its subcompo-nents listed.

CategoryNumber Part Description

50 Engines and V-Drives51 Inboard Engine Equipment52 Propellers53 Steering Cables54 Steering Helms and Kits55 Control Cables56 Controls and Kits57 Instruments and Instrument Accessories58 Fresh Water Cooling59 Engine Equipment; Batteries60 Fuel System and Tanks61, 62 Galley, Head and Shower Equipment, and

Tanks63 Pressure Water System64 Navigation and Interior Lighting65 Bilge Pumps, Blowers, and Ventilators66 Deck Hardware; Arch67 Rails, Taffrail Kits, and Ladders68 Wire Harnesses, Dockside Kits, and

Panels69 Electrical Equipment, Generator,

Windlass70 Windows, Doors, Windshield Sets,

Hatches, and Screens71 Hardware, Logo72 Pilot Seat Hardware, Table Legs and

Footrests73 Accessories; Hatch, Horn, Screens, Stereo,

TV, Vacuum74 Fittings, Pipe and Tube75 Clamps, Hoses, and Tubing77 Wood Screws and Sheet Metal Screws78 Lag and Machine Screws, Bolts, Nuts,

and Washers79 Nails, Staples, and Rivets80 Blinds, Canvas, Carpet, Curtains, and

Upholstery Material81 Finishing Material and Adhesives; Logos,

Paint, Plaques, Stripe82 Fiberglass Materials, Gel and Putty83 Extrusions


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CategoryNumber Part Description

84 Lumber, Plywood, Hardboard, and Balsa85 Plastics, Plastic Laminates, Doors, Lids,

and Covers89 Electrical90 Air Conditioning and Accessories91 Foam94 Woodset


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INDEX

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A

A/C reverse cycle mode 84A/C unit condensation 84A/C units 72A/C water pump 71Abandon ship 7AC power selector 65AC reverse polarity 66AC schematic 79, 80AC wiring 54Accessory OEMs 199After fueling 125After the engines have started 128Air conditioner OEMs 197Air conditioning seawater pickup

seacock 85Air conditioning water pump 85Ammeter 30, 65Anti-siphon check valves 110Antifreeze - winterizing 184

B

Batteries 23Battery cables 45Battery charger OEMs 198Battery charger/inverter 27Battery electrolyte 44Battery inspection 45Battery maintenance 164Battery management 45Before fueling 124Bilge blowers 22, 30, 37, 61, 128Bilge pumps 8, 34, 41, 93Bilge pumps - automatic operation

95Bilge pumps - manual operation 95Boarding ladder 3Boarding platform 3Boat and systems review 192Boat delivery 193Bridge accessories 37Buss bars 55, 76

C

Capsized boat 8Central vacuum 70Certificate of number 15Charts 3, 132Checking headway 137Close quarters turns 137CO detector 41Coffee maker 68

Collision 8Compass 132

D

Depth sounder 133Desired airflow through boat 20Direct overboard waste discharge

102Dishwasher 70Distress signals 11Distress signals - visual 12Dockside waste discharge 99Drive system OEMs 196

E

Enclosure curtains - cleaning 158Engine antifreeze 117Engine batteries 27Engine battery charger 26, 43Engine OEMs 195Engine pre-start checklist 126Engine synchronizer 122Engine synchronizer gauge 122Engine temperature alarm 119Engine temperature gauge 117, 119Engine/fuel log 16Entertainment center 70Entertainment equipment OEMs

198Equipment failure 10Exterior lights 32

F

Fire 6Fire extinguisher use 7Fire extinguishers 2, 13Fire response plan 6Float plan 3, 19Flooding 8Fog 5Fresh water system - draining 172Fresh water system - preparing for

use after winter 174Fresh water system - winterizing

173Fresh water washdown 90Fuel filter OEMs 196Fuel gauges 121Fuel return lines 112Fuel shut-off valves 114Fuel system - diesel 113Fuel system - gas 111Fuel tank selector valve 110

Fuel transfer pump 112Fuel transfer switch 39Fueling 2, 124

G

Galley lights 32Garbage 17Gelcoat 152Gelcoat blisters 153Gelcoat repair 153Gelcoat stress cracks 153Generator 30Generator battery 60Generator battery charger 44Generator indicator 66Generator layout 58, 59Generator OEMs 196Generator running indicators 66GFCI receptacle locations 73GFCI receptacles - testing 74GPS/Loran log 16Guest stateroom waste monitor 33

H

Halon 37Hand bilge pump 93Head - electric 96Head - vacuum 97Head OEMs 197Heads 42Helm instrument panel lights 33Horn 132"House" battery bank 27, 29Hypothermia 10

I

Icemaker 70Icemaker OEMs 199

L

Landing at a pier 135Leaving a mooring 134Leaving a pier 134Lifesaving equipment 2Line voltage 63Local ordinances 18Logs 15

M

Maintenance - type A 148Maintenance - type B 148Maintenance - type C 148

INDEX

3808 9/99

Maintenance - type D 148Maintenance log 15Man overboard 9MAYDAY message 16Medical emergency 10Microwave 69Microwave OEMs 199Mooring 140

N

Navigation lights 13Navigation log 15

O

OEM components 193Oil 17Oil changer 42Oil changer system - diesel 115Oil changer system - gas 115Oil pressure alarm 120Oil pressure gauge 120ON/OFF master disconnect switches

26Overboard waste discharge 100Owner’s information kit 193

P

Personal flotation devices 5, 11Phone system 36Picking up a mooring 135Planing hull 142Power available indicators 66Pre-delivery service procedure 192Pre-delivery service record 192Pressure water pump 35, 87, 165Propane 34Propane stove 69

R

Radar reflectors 6Radio communication 10Radio log 15Range 69Range OEMs 199Receptacles 67Receptacles exterior 67Receptacles master stateroom 69Receptacles salon 69Recommended equipment 14Refrigerator 39Refrigerator OEMs 199Running aground 9

Running lights 13

S

Salon lights 32Sanitation system - standard 98Sea anchor 6, 8Select load switch 65Select voltage switch 63Shallow water operation 133Shift-throttle neutral safety switch

122Shift/throttle 43Shift/throttle - engine interface 123Shift/throttle levers location 122Shore one indicator 66Shore power 22Shore power receptacle 56Showers 89, 165SLING tags 170Sound signaling device 12Speed log 133Spot light 33Starting the engines 127State ordinances 18Station wagon effect 21Steering system OEMs 197Stereo memory 42Storage cradle 170Storms 5Sump pump 41Sumps 165Sunbrella - cleaning 158Swamped boat 8

T

Tachometer 119Tow line 9Towing 138Tracking astern 136Tracking forward 136Transom hand shower 89Trash compactor 68Trim tab OEMs 198Trim tabs 36

V

Visibility 3Voltmeter 28, 30, 63Voltmeter - engine 121

W

Warranty information 192

Washdown pump 36Waste 18Waste pump 35Water heater 23, 67Water heater OEMs 197Water heating system 87Water monitor 33, 34Water survival chart 10Water tank vent screen 165Water taps 165Weather 2, 3Weather signals 4White vinyl - cleaning 156Windlass 43Windshield wipers 36, 37

Z

Zinc anodes 76

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