Sea Ray 260 Sundancer User manual

Owner’s Manual Part Number: MRP 1803597

Sea Ray

Owner’s

Manual

260 Sundancer®

8.7

SECTION 8 • REQUIRED INSPECTION, SERVICE AND

MAINTENANCE

260 Sundancer®(275 Sundancer®)

6. SECURITY CONSIDERATIONS

Be conscious of the security of your boat.

Always remove the keys from the ignition, lock

hatches, lock the cabin door, remove and stow

any removable electronic gear (fish finders,

GPS, etc.) and personal gear (fishing poles,

etc.) normally left aboard your boat.

5. FITTING OUT AFTER STORAGE

A. FUEL SYSTEM

Check the entire fuel system for loose connections,

worn hoses, leaks, etc. and repair. This is a primary

safety precaution.

Check fuel lines for damage and make sure that

they do not come in contact with any moving parts.

B. BATTERY (IES)

Before installing the batteries, clean the terminal

posts with a wire brush or steel wool and then attach

the cables. After the cable clamps are tightened,

smear the post and clamps with vaseline or grease

to exclude air and acid. Do not apply grease before

Do not overfill. Filling a tank until the fuel flows from

vents is dangerous. Allow room for expansion.

!CAUTION

attaching and tightening the terminal clamps.

Examine all wiring.

C. MISCELLANEOUS

• Check all thru-hull fittings for unobstructed

water passage. Be alert for any deteriorated

hoses and/or fittings below the water line which

might fail in service and admit water.

• Test the navigation lights.

• Check all wiring for loose connections.

• Check all switches and equipment for proper

operation.

• Check bilge blowers for proper operation. Turn

ON blowers and place hand over hull blower

vent to make sure air is coming from vent.

• Anchor lines and gear should be inspected

and replaced if necessary.

• Make sure the hull drain plug is in place and

tight.

• Clean bilge thoroughly if it was not done at

lay-up.

• Check all engine fluid levels.

• Check fuel lines for damage and/or leaks. Make

sure that they do not come into contact with

moving parts.

DIESEL

• Fill fuel tank with diesel and recommended

amount of biocide, “Biobor®”, which prevents

bacteria and fungi from contaminating diesel fuel

that contains some water.

• Diesel fuel should also get a petroleum distillate

additive, such as “Stabil®” or Racor®RX100”.

This will absorb water in the fuel and prevent

freezing problems.

• Run engine(s) for ten minutes to ensure that all

diesel fuel in injectors and fuel lines is treated.

DETAILED WINTERIZING, OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

AND WARRANTY INFORMATION ARE PROVIDED BY

THE EQUIPMENT MANUFACTURER AND CAN BE

FOUND IN THE OWNER’S PACKET.

8.8

SECTION 8 • REQUIRED INSPECTION, SERVICE AND

MAINTENANCE

260 Sundancer®(275 Sundancer®)

SEACOCK

(FIG. 8.8.1)

OPENHOSE

HOSE CLAMPS

CLOSED

SEACOCK

HANDLE

SEACOCK BODY

PIVOT POINT

7. SEACOCK LUBRICATION

• With boat out of water, remove the hose from

top of the seacock.

• Put seacock handle in closed position.

• Add a few drops of lubricating oil inside.

• Work handle back and forth a few times. Add

oil as needed.

• Replace hose and tighten clamp.

• Add a few drops of oil to the handle pivot point.

8.9

SECTION 8 • REQUIRED INSPECTION, SERVICE AND

MAINTENANCE

260 Sundancer®(275 Sundancer®)

8. QUICK REFERENCE CHECKLIST

As the owner/operator of a Sea Ray®boat, you are responsible for the safe operation of your boat and the safety of

your passengers. Always be sure that required documents, navigational equipment and Coast Guard required

safety equipment is aboard and in proper working order.

A. BOARDING THE BOAT*

GENERAL

1. Weather Conditions ................................................. Is it going to be safe to go out

2. Transom Drain Plug ................................................. Installed

3. PFDs and all other Coast Guard

required safety equipment ...................................... Available for all children and adults

4. Ignition keys ............................................................ Available

5. Tool Box .................................................................. Stocked with a variety of appropriate tools

BOAT SYSTEMS

1. Bilge Pumps ............................................................ Working. Discharge any appreciable amounts of water

overboard

2. Blowers ................................................................... Working. “Sniff” the bilge/engine compartment for fuel

odor

3. Navigation Lights .................................................... Working. Have spare bulbs (and if applicable fuses)

aboard

4. Radio/Electronics ................................................... Working

5. Horn ........................................................................ Working

6. Trim Tabs................................................................ Full range of motion. No excessive play or binding

7. Fresh Water Tank ................................................... Filled and sanitized

8. Head System Holding Tank .................................... Empty

9. Seacocks ................................................................ Engines & Generator Open (handle parallel to hose),

Head System Holding Tank Closed (handle

perpendicular to hose)

ENGINE

1. Batteries .................................................................. Fully charged (Check water cell levels)

2. Fuel Tank ................................................................. Filled with recommended fuel

3. Fuel System ............................................................ Check for leaks

4. Fuel Filters .............................................................. Check that filters are clean and tight

5. Diesel Racor Fuel Filters ........................................ Check that filters are clean, tight and free of water

6. Engine Coolant Drain Plug ...................................... Secured

7. Steering Fluid .......................................................... Full

8. Throttle & Gearshift Control Test ............................. Full range of motion

*Note: Many of these items should be checked before leaving the house.

8.10

SECTION 8 • REQUIRED INSPECTION, SERVICE AND

MAINTENANCE

260 Sundancer®(275 Sundancer®)

QUICK REFERENCE CHECKLIST (CONT’D)

*If engine fails to start, refer to the Engine Owner’s Manual for further troubleshooting procedures

B. PREPARING TO DEPART AND AFTER LAUNCHING

GENERAL

1. Bilge/Engine Compartment ..................................... “Sniff” the bilge/engine compartment for fuel odor.

Run the bilge blowers for at least four (4) minutes.

2. Shore Power Cable ................................................ Disconnected from dockside power inlet

3. Lines, Fenders and Anchor .................................... Ready for use

4. Passengers/Crew ................................................... Instructed in duties for getting underway and fitted for a

correct size PFD

ENGINE

1. Battery Switches ..................................................... In the ON position

2. Fuel Valves (Diesel Only) ........................................ Open

3. Engine Alarm .......................................................... Test. Should sound after a few seconds

4. Gear Shift & Throttle Control ................................... In NEUTRAL and IDLE positions

STARTING THE ENGINE*

1. Gearshift & Throttle Control .................................... Shift in NEUTRAL (Refer to your Engine Owner’s

Manual for start-up procedures for your specific

engine)

2. Ignition .................................................................... Turn master ignition keys on DC distribution panel to

the ON position. Depress ignition switch on the helm

switch panel to START position until engine starts, then

release to RUN position (light on).

IMPORTANT: Do not continue to operate starter for more than 10 seconds without

pausing to allow starter motor to cool off for 2 minutes. This also will allow the battery

to recover between starting attempts.*

Do not run the engine or generator in an enclosed

area, such as a closed boat house, as there is

the possibility of buildup and inhaling of carbon

monoxide.

!WARNING

8.11

SECTION 8 • REQUIRED INSPECTION, SERVICE AND

MAINTENANCE

260 Sundancer®(275 Sundancer®)

C. WHILE UNDERWAY

GENERAL

1. Passengers/Crew .................................................... Safely seated with PFD’s on or immediately accessible

2. Lines, Fenders and Anchor ..................................... Stowed

BOAT SYSTEMS

1. Trim Tabs ................................................................. Bring boat to “On Plane”. Adjust as necessary

2. Navigation Lights .................................................... On at night or in reduced visibility

ENGINE

1. Tachometer ............................................................. Engines operating in safe RPM range

2. Engine Gauges ....................................................... Continually monitor

3. Engine Operation .................................................... Check idle and shift. Listen for abnormal noises and

visually check the engine compartment while

underway

D. RETURNING TO PORT

GENERAL

1. Passengers/Crew .................................................... Instructed in duties for line handling

2. Lines and Fenders ................................................... Ready for use

BOAT SYSTEMS

1. Navigation Lights .................................................... Turned OFF when secured

2. Anchor Light ............................................................ ON if necessary

3. Bilge/Engine Compartment ..................................... “Sniff” the bilge/engine compartment for fuel odor.

Run the bilge blowers if necessary. Check for water

in bilge. Run bilge pumps if necessary

ENGINE

1. Throttle & Gearshift Control .................................... Bring to IDLE and NEUTRAL positions

2. Tachometer ............................................................. Idle the engines for five (5) minutes to cool down

QUICK REFERENCE CHECKLIST (CONT’D)

8.12

SECTION 8 • REQUIRED INSPECTION, SERVICE AND

MAINTENANCE

260 Sundancer®(275 Sundancer®)

QUICK REFERENCE CHECKLIST (CONT’D)

3. Ignition ..................................................................... Depress ENGINE STOP switches on the helm switch

panel when engines are cooled down.

4. Engine Operation .................................................... Check idle and shift. Listen for abnormal noises

E. SECURING THE BOAT

GENERAL

1. Lines and Fenders .................................................. Fenders in place, lines tied securely to dock

2. Shore Power Cable ................................................ Connected to dockside power inlet

BOAT SYSTEMS

1. Seacocks ................................................................ Closed (handle perpendicular to hose)

2. Helm Switch Panel ................................................. All switches in the OFF position

3. Gearshift & Throttle Control .................................... In the NEUTRAL and IDLE positions

ENGINE

1. Ignition .................................................................... Switched in the OFF position (lights off) and master

ignition keys removed from DC distribution panel

2. Battery Switch ......................................................... In the OFF position

1. Fuel Valves (Diesel Only) ........................................ Closed (handle perpendicular to hose)

F. I FTHE ENGINE DOES NOT START

NOSTARTER MOTOR RESPONSE

1. Check gearshift control lever in the NEUTRAL position

2. Check battery condition for sufficient charge

3. Check battery cable connections tight and free from corrosion

4. Check battery switch in the ON position

5. Check starter motor and solenoid connections

6. Check ignition switch connections

STARTER MOTOR RESPONDS, BUT NOIGNITION

1. Check that fuel tanks are not empty

2. Check fuel filters and filter/water separators clean

3. Check electrical connections on engine wiring harness and ignition wiring

8.13

SECTION 8 • REQUIRED INSPECTION, SERVICE AND

MAINTENANCE

260 Sundancer®(275 Sundancer®)

QUICK REFERENCE CHECKLIST (CONT’D)

Do not run the generator or engines in an

enclosed area, such as a closed boat house, as

there is the possibility of buildup and inhaling of

carbon monoxide.

!WARNING

G. O PERATING THE G ENERATOR

STARTING THE GENERATOR

1. Generator Seacock ....................................................... Open

2. Bilge Blower .................................................................. Run for at least 4 minutes and any time the generator is

running

3. Depress PREHEAT/ON ................................................ Preheat time should not exceed 30 seconds

4. Depress START/RUN Switch ....................................... Depress until generator starts

5. When the Generator Starts ........................................... Release the START switch (only continue holding PREHEAT/

ON for a few seconds)

6. Load The Generator ..................................................... Turn ON the generator main breaker on the Main

Distribution Panel. Turn AC breakers ON

STOPPING THE GENERATOR

1. Breakers ........................................................................ Turn AC breakers OFF. Turn OFF the generator main breaker

on the Main Distribution Panel

2. Generator ...................................................................... Let it run a few minutes to cool down

3. STOP Switch ................................................................. Depress to stop the generator set

8.14

SECTION 8 • REQUIRED INSPECTION, SERVICE AND

MAINTENANCE

260 Sundancer®(275 Sundancer®)

9. AFTER MARKET EQUIPMENT CHECKLIST

Any safety or operational equipment added to your boat after delivery should be checked for seaworthiness

and proper working condition. Use the area below to list any equipment and the proper operating condition

of that equipment before getting underway.

Equipment Proper Operating Condition

8.15

SECTION 8 • REQUIRED INSPECTION, SERVICE AND

MAINTENANCE

260 Sundancer®(275 Sundancer®)

10. MAINTENANCE LOG

Follow the recommended maintenance listed on pages 1 & 2 of this section and keep a record of this and

ALL maintenance performed on your boat. You might want to copy these pages before using them to have

blank ones available when these are full.

Date Maintenance Description Engine Hours

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