PURSUIT OS 285 Owner's Manual

OS 285Part Number 9213035June 2012OS 285OWNER’S MANUALFISHING BOATS3901 St. Lucie Blvd.Ft. Pierce, Florida 34946© 2012 S2 Yachts, Inc.

4SpecificationsOS 285Repèrez et identifiez: Position and Beschreibung: Localizar e Identificar:A) Réservoir de carburant A) Kraftstofftank A) Depósito

A-4Appendix A Glossary of TermsOS 285Pitching: The fore and aft rocking motion ofa boat as the bow rises and falls.Pitch: The measure of the angle of

Glossary of TermsA-5Appendix AOS 285Stringer: Longitudinal members fastenedinside the hull for additional structuralstrength. Strut: Mounted to the hu

A-6Operator NotesOS 285

Maintenance ScheduleB-1Appendix BOS 285MaintenanceEachUseWeekly MonthlySemi-AnnuallyYearlyAs NedeedClean hull below the waterline XBottom paint XXChec

B-2Appendix B Maintenance LogOS 285Date Hours Dealer Service/RepairsMaintenance Log

Maintenance LogB-3Appendix BOS 285Date Hours Dealer Service/Repairs

B-4Appendix B Maintenance LogOS 285Date Hours Dealer Service/Repairs

Boating Accident ReportC-1Appendix COS 285Boating Accident Report

C-2Appendix C Boating Accident ReportOS 285

Float PlanD-1Appendix DOS 285Float Plan

Specifications5OS 285 Working DeckAreas for occupation during normal operation of the boatWorking Deck Area7/31/2008Model: OS 285

D-2Operator NotesOS 285

Troubleshooting GuideE-1Appendix EOS 285Troubleshooting GuideProblem Cause and SolutionControl SystemsHydraulic Steering is slow to respond and errati

E-2Appendix E Troubleshooting GuideOS 285Problem Cause and SolutionThe boat vibrates at cruising speeds.• Propeller may be damaged and needrepair.• Th

Troubleshooting GuideE-3Appendix EOS 285Problem Cause and SolutionThe engine is loosing RPM. The boat is not overloaded and the hull bottom and runnin

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SchematicsF-1Appendix FOS 285Schematics

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6SpecificationsOS 28512/21/2007545449 545368 Warning Label Locations OS 285 545055 545355 Attached to the steering wheel 545450 54

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Specifications7OS 28512/21/2007545006 545012 545055 545369 545118 545365 Detail B 545118 Detail A Detail of Label Locations OS 285 545391 or 545126 54

F-16Appendix F SchematicsOS 285

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8Operator NotesOS 285

General Information9OS 255BoatModel: Hull Serial #:Purchase Date: Delivery Date:Ignition Keys # Registration #:Draft: Weight:Engine(s)Make: Model:Port

10General InformationOS 255Certifications & Specifications (For Export Only) To be in compliance with European directives for recreational boats a

General Information11OS 255Warranty and Warranty Registration CardsThe PURSUIT Limited Warranty Statementis included with your boat. It has been writ-

General Information12 OS 255InsuranceIn most states the boat owner is legallyresponsible for damages or injuries the boatcauses. Responsible boaters c

Propulsion Systems1-1Section 1OS 285Propulsion System1.1 GeneralTwin 2-cycle or 4-cycle outboard motorspower your Pursuit boat.Manufacturer of the out

1-2Section 1 Propulsion SystemsOS 2852-Cycle EnginesAn oil injection system lubricates 2-cycleengines. Check the engine oil level beforeeach use by ch

Propulsion Systems1-3Section 1OS 285TachometerThe tachometer displays the speed of theengine in revolutions per minute (RPM). Thisspeed is not the boa

1-4Section 1 Propulsion SystemsOS 285Fuel ManagementFuel management systems are standardequipment on some outboard engines. OnYamaha® engines, the fue

Helm Systems2-1Section 2OS 285Helm Systems2.1 GeneralThe helm controls consist of three systems:the engine throttle and shift controls, thesteering sy

2-2Section 2 Helm SystemsOS 2852.4 Neutral Safety SwitchEvery control system has a neutral safetyswitch incorporated into it. This device pro-hibits t

Helm Systems2-3Section 2OS 2852.6 Engine Stop Switch Engine Stop SwitchYour Pursuit is equipped with an engine stopswitch and lanyard. The engines wil

2-4Section 2 Helm SystemsOS 285Tilt HelmIf your boat has a tilt helm, depress the leverlocated in the base of the helm to tilt thewheel. Make sure it

Helm Systems2-5Section 2OS 285When running into a chop, a slight bowdown attitude will improve the ride. Be care-ful not to over trim. Handling diffic

2-6Section 2 Helm SystemsOS 285 Trim Tab MaintenanceMarine growth can interfere with the properoperation of the trim tab planes and actua-tors. To red

Fuel System3-1Section 3OS 285Fuel System3.1 GeneralThe fuel systems used in Pursuit boats aredesigned to meet the requirements of theU.S. Coast Guard,

Your Owner’s Manual was written to includesafety instructions to ensure safe operationand maintenance of your boat. Safety alertssymbols are used to a

3-2Section 3 Fuel SystemOS 285Fuel VentsThere are two fuel vent fittings for the gaso-line fuel tanks, one on each side of the hull.Air displaced whil

Fuel System3-3Section 3OS 2853.3 Generator Fuel System (Optional)Your boat may be optionally equipped with agasoline generator. The aft fuel tank sup-

3-4Section 3 Fuel SystemOS 2858. Remove the nozzle. 9. Install and tighten the fuel cap. Be care-ful not to over-tighten the cap. 10. Check the fuel c

Fuel System3-5Section 3OS 285Avoid using fuels with alcohol additives.Gasoline/alcohol blends absorb moisturefrom the air, which can cause "phase

3-6Operator NotesOS 285

Electrical System4-1Section 4OS 285Electrical System4.1 GeneralYour Pursuit is equipped with a 12-volt DCelectrical system and draws current from on-b

4-2Section 4 Electrical SystemOS 285Parallel switches connect the port andhouse batteries, or the starboard engine andhouse batteries for emergency st

Electrical System4-3Section 4OS 285moving the toggle switch off and then onagain.Electronics MainReserved for electronics installation, anelectronics

4-4Section 4 Electrical SystemOS 285Aft BilgeDepressing the switch activates the manualpump. If the automatic pump activates, theautomatic bilge pump

Electrical System4-5Section 4OS 285Power Steering (Optional)Selects the power steering feature.Cockpit PanelSwitches are also located in the aft cockp

Operator NotesOS 285

4-6Section 4 Electrical SystemOS 2854.5 AC Main DistributionAC Breaker PanelThe AC panel is located in the cabin. Thefollowing are descriptions of the

Electrical System4-7Section 4OS 285installation, otherwise reserved for additionalAC equipment. This breaker will trip withoutseawater supply to the a

4-8Section 4 Electrical SystemOS 285Dress the cable so that it can’t be damagedby chafing between the boat and the dock.Make sure the cable doesn’t co

Electrical System4-9Section 4OS 285Your Pursuit may be equipped with anoptional generator. Included is an owneroperator's manual for the generato

4-10Section 4 Electrical SystemOS 2854.9 Electrical System Maintenance12-Volt DC Electrical System MaintenanceAt least semi-annually, spray all expose

Electrical System4-11Section 4OS 285An experienced electrician should season-ally test the entire AC circuitry, especially theshore power cord. This d

4-12Operator NotesOS 285

Plumbing System5-1Section 5OS 285Plumbing Systems5.1 Fresh Water SystemGeneralThe fresh water system consists of a potablewater tank, distribution lin

5-2Section 5 Plumbing SystemOS 285all air from the water heater and lines beforeactivating the water heater breaker. Refer tothe water heater owner’s

Plumbing System5-3Section 5OS 2855.3 LivewellA 12-volt circulating pump provides seawa-ter to the livewell. This pump provides a con-stant flow of wat

Table of ContentsOS 285Safety InformationSpecifications ... 1-8Boat Information ... 9Warranty and

5-4Section 5 Plumbing SystemOS 285Current is supplied to the automatic floatswitches whenever the batteries are con-nected. The bilge pump switches in

Plumbing System5-5Section 5OS 285hose. Remove the fishbox. To reinstall, pushthe hose fitting onto the drain adapter andpull both levers down.Drain Ad

5-6Section 5 Plumbing SystemOS 285Raw Water SystemComplete the following items routinely tomaintain your raw water system: • Check hoses, particularly

Ventilation System6-1Section 6OS 285Ventilation System6.1 Cabin VentilationA deck hatch and opening port windows pro-vide ventilation to the cabin are

6-2Section 6 Ventilation SystemOS 2856.6 Maintenance• Periodically lubricate all hinges and latchassemblies with a light oil. • Periodically clean and

Exterior Equipment7-1Section 7OS 315Exterior Equipment7.1 DeckRails and Deck HardwareThe rail system and hardware fittings per-form specific functions

7-2Section 7 Exterior EquipmentOS 315Windlass (Optional)Mounted to the deck near the rear of the pul-pit, above the rope locker, is the windlass.The a

Exterior Equipment7-3Section 7OS 315Acrylic plastic scratches easily. Please referto the Routine Maintenance chapter formore information on the proper

7-4Section 7 Exterior EquipmentOS 315Helm SeatsThe helm seats are pedestal seats thatswivel and adjust fore and aft. A friction knobadjusts the tensio

Exterior Equipment7-5Section 7OS 315The hard top is not designed to support theadditional weight of items like an instrumentlocker or a life raft. Rad

Table of ContentsOS 285Safety Equipment9.1 General ... 9-19.2 Engine Alarms ...

7-6Operator NotesOS 315

Interior Equipment8-1Section 8OS 285Interior Equipment8.1 Companionway DoorAccess the cabin and V-birth through a slid-ing door. A lockable latch secu

8-2Section 8 Interior EquipmentOS 285MaintenanceClean and inspect the head regularly forleaks. Periodically add chemical to the headto help control od

Interior Equipment8-3Section 8OS 285the table in the "DOWN" position by tighten-ing the knob on the pedestal base. Place theseparate berth c

8-4Section 8 Interior EquipmentOS 285receiver is located in the hanging locker.Refer to the stereo owner's manual. TV/DVD (Optional)An optional f

Safety Equipment9-1Section 9OS 285Safety Equipment9.1 GeneralYour boat and outboard engines have beenequipped with safety equipment designed toenhance

9-2Section 9 Safety EquipmentOS 285If the operator is thrown from the seat, ormoves too far from the helm, the lanyard willdisconnect the clip from th

Safety Equipment9-3Section 9OS 285Other symptoms that may signal exposureto CO: dizziness, flushed face, ears ringing,headaches, tightness of chest or

9-4Section 9 Safety EquipmentOS 285young children, elderly persons and petsmay be the first affected. Drug or alcohol useincreases the effect of CO ex

Safety Equipment9-5Section 9OS 285systems of propulsion and the auxiliary gen-erators, if equipped, frequently for possibleleaks. High concentrations

Specifications1OS 285SpecificationsC-Inshore Propulsion Type: Tipo di propulsione:C-à proximité de la côteAntriebsart: Tipo de propulsión:C-Costera Ty

9-6Section 9 Safety EquipmentOS 285listing the Federal equipment requirements.Also, check your local and state regulations.The Coast Guard Auxiliary o

Safety Equipment9-7Section 9OS 285white light flashing at regular intervals from50-70 times per minute is considered a dis-tress signal.Sound Signalin

9-8Section 9 Safety EquipmentOS 285 9.9 Additional Safety EquipmentBesides meeting the legal requirements,prudent boaters carry additional safetyequip

Operation10-1Section 10OS 285Operation10.1 GeneralBefore you start, become familiar with thevarious component systems and their opera-tion, and perfor

10-2Section 10 OperationOS 285petroleum facilities. Observe and avoidother restricted areas near dams, powerplants, etc.• Do not stop or anchor beneat

Operation10-3Section 10OS 285Meeting Head-On Or Nearly-So SituationsWhen two motorboats are approaching eachother head-on or nearly head-on, neitherbo

10-4Section 10 OperationOS 285Each person onboard must have at leastone personal flotation device onboard andone throwable device. Check the U.S. Coas

Operation10-5Section 10OS 285• Alcohol and any mind altering chemicalscan severely reduce your reaction timeand affect your better judgment.• Alcohol

10-6Section 10 OperationOS 28510.6 FishingFishing can be very exciting and distractingfor the operator of the boat when the actiongets intense. Be con

Operation10-7Section 10OS 28510.8 Docking, Anchoring and MooringDocking and Docklines Maneuvering a boat near a dock and secur-ing it requires skill a

2SpecificationsOS 285Fuel Tank Capacity (0.73kg/Liter): 878L/ 232GKraftstofftankkapazitätFuel Type:99Gasoline N/A Diesel 878 LiterOil Tank Capacity: N

10-8Section 10 OperationOS 285cleats. The spring lines keep the boat frombacking into the dock while allowing it to ridethe tide.Leaving the Dock Star

Operation10-9Section 10OS 285lem. If you are unable to correct the prob-lem, call for help. If only one engine has failed, you can oper-ate on one eng

10-10Section 10 OperationOS 28510.13 Transporting your Boat Your Pursuit boat is a large boat and shouldonly be trailered by professionals with therig

Operation10-11Section 10OS 285rope, chain or turnbuckle in addition tothe winch cable. Additional straps maybe required across the beam of the boat.If

10-12Section 10 OperationOS 285When a skier falls, be prepared to turnthe boat immediately and return to theskier. Never leave a fallen skier alone in

Routine Maintenance11-1Section 11OS 285Routine Maintenance11.1 General Before using a cleaning product, refer to theproduct directions and specificati

11-2Section 11 Routine MaintenanceOS 285more frequently may indicate a stray currentproblem within the boat or at the slip ormarina. Anodes that do no

Routine Maintenance11-3Section 11OS 285Anodized Aluminum Surfaces Wash periodically with soap and water tokeep it clean. If the boat is used in saltwa

11-4Section 11 Routine MaintenanceOS 285DO NOT use the following on acrylic plastic: • Abrasive cleaners• Acetone • Solvents• Alcohol • Glass cleaners

Routine Maintenance11-5Section 11OS 28511.3 Seats, Upholstery, Canvas and Enclosures Seat Slides and Swivel Bases Perform the following periodically:

Specifications3OS 285Locate and Identify: Localizar e identificar: Localizzazione e identificazione deiA) Fuel Tank A) Depósito de Combustible compone

11-6Section 11 Routine MaintenanceOS 285Lubricate snaps periodically with petroleumjelly or silicone grease. Lubricate zipperswith silicone spray or p

Seasonal Maintenance12-1Section 12OS 285Seasonal Maintenance12.1 Storage and Lay-up Before Hauling: • Pump out the head. Flush the holdingtank using c

12-2Section 12 Seasonal MaintenanceOS 285resulting from improper cradle or trailersupport is not covered by the Pursuitwarranty. Preparing The Boat Fo

Seasonal Maintenance12-3Section 12OS 285washdown pump, will not remove the waterfrom the pump. Remove the outlet hose onthe pump, turn it on and allow

12-4Section 12 Seasonal MaintenanceOS 285and store in a safe, dry place. Remove allelectronics. Coat all wire connectors andbus bars in the helm compa

Seasonal Maintenance12-5Section 12OS 285After Launching: • Check all water systems and the enginemounting bolts for leaks. Operate eachsystem one at a

12-6Operator NotesOS 285

Glossary of TermsA-1Appendix AOS 285Glossary of TermsAft: In, near, or toward the stern of a boat.Aground: A boat stuck on the bottom.Amidships: In or

A-2Appendix A Glossary of TermsOS 285Companionway: Opening in the deck of aboat to provide access below. Compartment: The interior of a boatdivided of

Glossary of TermsA-3Appendix AOS 285Heat Exchanger: Used to transfer the heatthat is picked up by the closed cooling sys-tem to the raw cooling water.