Denali 24DENALI 24OWNER’S MANUAL FISHING BOATS3901 St. Lucie Blvd.Ft. Pierce, Florida 34946Print Date 10/98
Denali 24S2 Yachts will confirm, in writing, that the transfer of the warranty has taken place. After which,the transferee will be treated as the ori
Denali 24Vinyl curtains should be stored either rolled or flat, without folds or creases. Folding the curtainswill make permanent creases that could
Denali 2413.4 Bilge and Engine CompartmentTo keep the bilge clean and fresh, use a commercial bilge cleaner regularly. Follow the directionscarefully
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Denali 24Chapter 14:SEASONAL MAINTENANCE14.1 Lay-up and StorageBefore Hauling• Pump out the head. Flush the holding tank using clean soap, water and
Denali 24LiftingBOATS HAVE BEEN DAMAGED FROM IMPROPER LIFTING AND ROUGH HANDLINGWHEN BEING TRANSPORTED BY LIFT TRUCKS. CARE AND PROPER HANDLING PRO-C
Denali 24• Make sure the outdrive is in the down position.• The cradle must be in the proper fore and aft position to properly support the hull. When
Denali 2414.2 WinterizingFreshwater SystemThe entire freshwater system must be completely drained. Disconnect all hoses, check valves, etc.and blow a
Denali 24BilgeCoat all metal components, wire busses, and connector plugs in the bilge with a protecting oil. Itis also important to protect all strai
Denali 24BEFORE LAUNCHING THE BOAT, MAKE SURE THE DRAIN PLUG IS INSTALLED.Reactivating The Boat After Storage• Charge and install the batteries.• Inst
Denali 2415-1Chapter 15:SCHEMATICS12-Volt Wiring Schematic
Denali 24OWNER'S/OPERATOR'SRESPONSIBILITIESviRegistration and NumberingFederal law requires that all undocumented vessels equipped with prop
Denali 24Steering SystemSteering CableSteering CylinderHelmPower SteeringPump15-2
Denali 24Fuel SystemFuel FilterFuel TankFuel FillFuel VentAnti-SiphonValve15-3
Denali 24Raw Water System(W\O Y-Valve and Macerator)Washdown PumpStrainerHose ConnectorRaw Water IntakesLivewellHolding TankWaste Pump-outVent15-4Head
Denali 24Head System (With Y-Valve)15-5Washdown PumpStrainerHolding TankWaste Pump-outVentHeadOverboard Discharge ValveRaw Water IntakesHose Connector
Denali 24HeadS System (With Y-Valve and Macerator)15-6Washdown PumpStrainerHolding TankWaste Pump-outVentHeadOverboard Discharge ValveRaw Water Intake
Denali 24Freshwater System15-7
Denali 24Drainage SystemRope Locker DrainScuppersBaitwell DrainBaitwell OverflowBilge PumpCooler DrainCooler Drain15-8
Denali 24Appendix A:GLOSSARY OF TERMSAft: In, near, or toward the stern of a boat.Aground: A boat stuck on the bottom.Amidship: In or toward the pa
Denali 24Boat Hook: Short shaft of wood or metal with a hook fitting at one end shaped to aid in extendingone’s reach from the side of the boat.Bow:
Denali 24Deck: The floor-like platform of a boat that covers the hull.Displacement: The volume of water displaced by the hull. The displacement wei
Denali 24OWNER'S/OPERATOR'SRESPONSIBILITIESeven for experienced boaters to sharpen your skills or bring you up to date on current rules andr
Denali 24Ground Tackle: A general term including anchors, lines, and other gear used in anchoring.Grounds: A boat touches the bottom.Gunwale: The u
Denali 24Limber Hole: A passage cut into the lower edges of floors and frames next to the keel to allowbilge water to flow to the lowest point of the
Denali 24Pitch: The measure of the angle of a propeller blade. Refers to the theoretical distance the boattravels with each revolution of the propel
Denali 24Seacock: Safety valves installed just inside the thru-hull fittings and ahead of the piping or hoserunning from the fittings.Shaft log: Pip
Denali 24Taffrail: Rail around the rear of the cockpit.Thru-hull: A fitting used to pass fluids (usually water) through the hull surface, either abo
Denali 24HoursDate Dealer Service/RepairsMAINTENANCE LOGAppendix B:B-1
Denali 24HoursDate Dealer Service/RepairsB-2MAINTENANCE LOG
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Denali 24viiiTABLE OF CONTENTSChapter 1: Propulsion SystemPage1.1 General ...
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Denali 24Appendix C:C-1BOATING ACCIDENT REPORTFORM APPROVEDOMB NO.211-0010DEPARTMENT OFTRANSPORTATIONU.S. COAST GUARDC.G. 1865 (REV. 1/88)The operator
Denali 24C-2If more than 3 fatalities and/or injuries, attach additional form(s)WAS VICTIM?[ ] Swimmer[ ] Non SwimmerDATE OFBIRTHADDRESSNAME DEATH C
Denali 24TABLE OF CONTENTSChapter 4: Electrical SystemPage4.1 General ...
Denali 24TABLE OF CONTENTSChapter 8: Ventilation SystemPage8.1 Cabin Ventilation ...8-18.
Denali 24TABLE OF CONTENTSChapter 11: Exterior EquipmentPage11.1 Deck ...
Denali 24TABLE OF CONTENTSChapter 15: SchematicsPage12-volt DC Wiring Schematic ... 15-1Steering
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Denali 24Chapter 1:PROPULSION SYSTEM1.1 GeneralThe Denali 24 is designed to be powered with a single inboard/outboard engine and drive system.Each man
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Denali 24USE ONLY CLEAN, DRY FUEL OF THE TYPE AND GRADE RECOMMENDED BY THE EN-GINE MANUFACTURER. THE USE OF INCORRECT OR CONTAMINATED FUEL CANCAUSE E
Denali 24therefore be replaced more often. For recommendations regarding corrosion protection for theengine or outdrive, please refer to the engine o
Denali 24Note: If the boat is used in salt or badly polluted water, engines without freshwater coolingshould be flushed after each use. Refer to the
Denali 241.6 Engine InstrumentationThe helm station is equipped with a set of engineinstruments and/or alarms. These instruments allowthe pilot to m
Denali 24OPERATION OF AN ENGINE WITH ABNORMALLY LOW, OR HIGH, OIL PRESSURE CANLEAD TO ENGINE DAMAGE AND POSSIBLE SEIZURE. HAVE THE ENGINE SERVICEDIMM
Denali 241-7Depth GaugeThe depth gauge indicates the depth of the water below the bottom of the boat.Instruments MaintenanceElectrical protection for
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Denali 24Chapter 2:HELM CONTROL SYSTEMS2.1 GeneralThe helm controls consist of the following: enginethrottle and shift controls, the steering system,
Denali 242.3 Neutral Safety SwitchEvery control system has a neutral safety switch incorporated into it. This device prohibits theengine from being s
Denali 24The term “trim” generally refers to the adjustment of the outdrive within the first 20o range of travel.This is the range used while operatin
Denali 24Dear Pursuit Denali 24 Owner:All of us at Pursuit are pleased that you have selected one of our products as yourboat. As I’m sure you’ve dis
Denali 24Always establish the intended heading and cruise speed before attempt-ing to adjust the hull attitude with the trim tabs. After stabilizing
Denali 24Steering System MaintenanceA periodic inspection of all steering hoses, linkage and helm assemblies should be made. Signs ofcorrosion, crack
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Denali 24Chapter 3:FUEL SYSTEM3.1 GeneralThe gasoline fuel system used in Pursuit boats is designed to meet or exceed the requirements ofthe U.S. Co
Denali 24Fuel Withdrawal TubesThe fuel withdrawal tube is positioned in the fuel tank to achieve optimum fuel usage, fuel linerouting, etc. At certai
Denali 243.2 Inboard/Outboard Fuel SystemThe fuel system on the Denali 24 has one fuel tank. The fuel tank is mounted in the center of thebilge and h
Denali 243.3 Fueling InstructionsFUEL IS VERY FLAMMABLE. BE CAREFUL WHEN FILLING THE FUEL TANKS. NOSMOKING. NEVER FILL THE TANKS WHILE THE ENGINE O
Denali 24SPILLED FUEL IS DANGEROUS AND CAN YELLOW FIBERGLASS OR IGNITE. MAKE SUREYOU DO NOT SPILL ANY FUEL. IF FUEL IS SPILLED ON THE DECK, USE A CL
Denali 243.4 Fuel System MaintenancePeriodically inspect all connections, clamps and hoses for leakage and damage or deterioration.Replace as necessar
Denali 24AFTER THE FILTER ELEMENT HAS BEEN CHANGED, PRIME THE FUEL SYSTEM ANDCHECK ALL FITTINGS FOR LEAKS BEFORE AND AFTER STARTING THE ENGINE.BEFORE
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Denali 24Chapter 4:ELECTRICAL SYSTEM4.1 GeneralYour Denali is equipped with a 12-volt DC electrical system and a 110-volt AC system. The ACsystem d
Denali 24For example: When the switch is on battery # 1, the engine and the 12-volt system will be suppliedpower by battery # 1. Battery # 2 will be
Denali 24Note: Please refer to the DANGER and CAUTION notations in the Ventilation SystemsChapter 8.Bilge PumpThe bilge pump is installed in the cente
Denali 24Electronics SwitchThis switch supplies 12-volt electrical current to the electronics.12-volt ReceptacleProvides electrical current for portab
Denali 24Check the electrolyte level in the batteries regularly and add distilled water as necessary. If thebatteries are frequently charged by an au
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Denali 24Chapter 5:FRESHWATER SYSTEM5.1 GeneralThe freshwater system consists of a potable water tank, distribution lines and a distribution pump.The
Denali 245.2 Freshwater System OperationFill the water supply tank slowly through the labeled deck plate.After filling the water tank, partially open
Denali 245-3THE BATTERIES MUST BE PROPERLY CHARGED. OPERATING THE FRESHWATER PUMPFROM A BATTERY WITH A LOW CHARGE MAY LEAD TO A PUMP FAILURE.THE FRES
Denali 24iiSAFETY INFORMATIONYour Denali Owner’s Manual has been writtento include a number of safety instructions to assure the safeoperation and ma
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Denali 24Chapter 6:RAW WATER SYSTEM6.1 GeneralIn the raw or sea water systems, all water pumps are supplied by a hose connected to a ball valveand th
Denali 246.2 High Pressure WashdownA saltwater high pressure pump, controlled by a pressure sensor, supplies the raw water hoseconnector located in th
Denali 246.3 Livewell (Optional)Sea water is provided to the livewell by a 12-volt circulationpump. This pump is designed to carry a constant flow o
Denali 246.4 Raw Water System MaintenanceThe following items should be done routinely to help maintain your raw water system.• Check hoses, particular
Denali 24Chapter 7:DRAINAGE SYSTEMS7.1 Cockpit DrainsYour Denali has two scupper drains located on each side of thehull, near the waterline, to prov
Denali 247.3 Bilge DrainageThe bilge pump is activated both manually, bya switch in the helm station, and automaticallyby a float switch located next
Denali 247.5 Water System DrainsAll sinks and livewells, provided with fresh or raw water, drain by gravity to overboard thru hullslocated in the hull
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Denali 24Chapter 8:VENTILATION SYSTEM8.1 Cabin VentilationVentilation to the cabin areas is provided by a deck hatch and louvers inthe cabin doors.Th
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Denali 248.3 Engine Compartment VentilationAll Pursuit inboard/outboard boats are equipped withengine compartment ventilation. The ventilation sys-te
Denali 248.4 Carbon Monoxide and VentilationCARBON MONOXIDE IS A LETHAL, TOXIC GAS THAT IS COLORLESS AND ODORLESS.IT IS A DANGEROUS GAS THAT WILL CAUS
Denali 24ACTUATION OF THE CARBON MONOXIDE DETECTOR INDICATES THE PRESENCE OFCARBON MONOXIDE (CO) WHICH CAN BE FATAL. EVACUATE THE CABIN IMMEDI-ATELY.
Denali 24Chapter 9:SAFETY EQUIPMENT9.1 GeneralYour boat and inboard/outboard engines have been equipped with safety equipment designed toenhance the
Denali 249.3 Neutral Safety SwitchEvery control system has a neutral safety switch incorporated into it. This device prohibits theengine from being s
Denali 24Visual Distress SignalsAll Pursuit boats used on coastal waters, the Great Lakes, territorial seas, and those watersconnected directly to the
Denali 24Fire ExtinguishersAt least one fire extinguisher is required on all Pursuit boats. Coast Guard approved fireextinguishers are hand-portable,
Denali 249.6 Automatic Fire Extinguishing System (Optional)The Denali engine compartment could be equipped with an optional automatic fire extinguishi
Denali 249.7 Carbon Monoxide Monitoring SystemCARBON MONOXIDE IS A LETHAL, TOXIC GAS THAT IS COLORLESS AND ODORLESS.IT IS A DANGEROUS GAS THAT WILL CA
Denali 24Persons who have been exposed to carbon monoxide should be moved into fresh air immediately.Have the victim breath deeply and seek immediate
Denali 24iiiBOAT INFORMATIONMAKE:SERIAL #:MODEL:GVRW:PHONE:REPRESENTATIVE:TRAILERNAME:DEALER/PHONE:ADDRESS:SERVICE MANAGER:ADDRESS:SALESMAN:DEALER PU
Denali 24Your boat should also be equipped with at least a simple marine first-aid kit and a first-aid manual.The marine first-aid kit should be desi
Denali 249.10 Maximum Capacity RatingYour boat could be equipped with a “Maximum Capacities” plate, which is permanently attachedto the cockpit near
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Denali 24Chapter 10:OPERATION10.1 GeneralBefore you start the engine on your Denali, you should have become familiar with the variouscomponent syste
Denali 24Note: Sailboats not under power, paddle boats and other vessels without power have theright of way over motor powered boats. You must stay c
Denali 2410.3 Pre-Cruise System CheckBefore Starting the Engine:• Check the weather forecast. Decide if the planned cruise can be made safely.• Be su
Denali 24• Have a tool kit aboard. The kit should include the following basic tools:Spark Plug Wrench HammerSpark Plug Gap Gauge Electrician’s TapeSc
Denali 24• Check the engine gauges. Make sure they are reading normally.• Check the controls for proper operation.• Make sure all lines, cables, anch
Denali 24• Before operating the boat for the first time, read the engine break-in procedures. The break-in procedures are found in the owner’s manual
Denali 24TO PREVENT DAMAGE TO THE BOAT, CLOSE ALL SEACOCKS BEFORE LEAVING THEBOAT.10.5 Water SkiingYour Denali could be equipped for water skiing. I
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Denali 2410.6 FishingFishing can be very exciting and distracting for the operator when the action gets intense. You mustalways be conscious of the f
Denali 24RUNNING AGROUND OR STRIKING AN UNDERWATER OBSTRUCTION CAN RESULT IN SE-RIOUS INJURY TO PASSENGERS AND DAMAGE TO THE MOTOR OR BOAT. IF YOURBO
Denali 24• Make sure the trailer bunks and rollers properly support the hull and do not put pressure on thelifting strakes. The rollers and bunks mus
Denali 24• CHECK THE BRAKES. On a level parking area roll forward and apply the brakes severaltimes at increasing speeds to determine if the brakes o
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Denali 24Chapter 11:EXTERIOR EQUIPMENT11.1 DeckRails and Deck HardwareThe rail system and hardware fittings have been selected and installed to perfo
Denali 24Stainless Steel Bow RollerThe bow roller assembly is recessed and allows the anchorto be operated and stored at the roller. The roller is de
Denali 24DO NOT USE A WINDLASS AS A SOLE MEANS OF SECURING AN ANCHOR IN THE BOWROLLER. ALWAYS SECURE THE ANCHOR LINE TO A CLEAT OR ANCHOR CLASP BE-FO
Denali 24Trim TabsThe trim tabs are recessed into the hull below the swim platform. The trim tabs are an importantpart of the control systems. Pleas
Denali 24Helm SeatThe helm seat is a pedestal seat that swivels and adjusts fore and aft. There are two levers and onetension knob on the seat base.
Denali 24Warranty and Warranty Registration CardsThe Denali Limited Warranty Statement is included with your boat. It has been written to be clearly
Denali 24Freshwater Sink and ShowerA freshwater sink is located in the rear of the cockpit next to the engine hatch. It is equipped withshower head
Denali 24Chapter: 12INTERIOR EQUIPMENT12.1 Marine Head SystemThe Denali 24 is equipped with china head and holding tank as standardequipment. The flu
Denali 24IN MANY AREAS IT IS ILLEGAL TO FLUSH HEAD WASTE DIRECTLY OVERBOARD. VIO-LATION OF THESE POLLUTION LAWS CAN RESULT IN FINES OR IMPRISONMENT.
Denali 24gasoline engines and auxiliary generators and propane or butane stoves. These produce largeamounts of CO and should never be operated while
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Denali 2413-1Chapter 13:ROUTINE MAINTENANCE13.1 Exterior Hull and DeckHull Cleaning-Below The Water LineWhen the boat is removed from the water, clea
Denali 24they are 75% of their original size. When replacing the anodes, make sure the contact surfaces areclean, shinny metal and free of paint and
Denali 24Stainless Steel HardwareWhen using the boat in saltwater, the hardware should be washed with soap and water after eachuse. When your boat is
Denali 24Acrylic Plastic GlassAcrylic plastic glass scratches easily. Use a soft cloth and mild soap and water to clean acrylic glass.Solvents and pr
Denali 2413.2 Upholstery, Canvas and EnclosuresVinyl UpholsteryThe vinyl upholstery used on the exterior seats and bolsters, and for the headliner in
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