Baja-marine Performance 275 User Manual

Baja MarineOwner’s Manual275 PerformanceOwner’s Manual Part Number: MRP 1812436© Baja Marine Corporation 2006RSpeed changes you.TM.

viii275 Performance® Information in this publication is based upon the latest product specications available at printing. Baja® Marine Corporation re

275 Performance®1.1Section 1 • SafetySAFE boating means:• Knowing the limitations of your boat• Following the "Rules of the Road"• Keepin

275 Performance®1.2Section 1 • Safety2. leGallY ManDaTeD MiniMuM requireD equipMenTThe following equipment is the minimum required by the U.S.

275 Performance®1.3Section 1 • SafetySymptoms of carbon monoxide poisoning are dizziness, ears ringing, headaches, nausea, and unconsciousness. Get f

275 Performance®1.4Section 1 • SafetyEven strong swimmers can tire quickly in the water and drown due to exhaustion, hypothermia, or both. The buoya

275 Performance®1.5Section 1 • SafetyDrugs and/or alcohol impair the operator's ability to control the boat safely.Death or serious injury

275 Performance®1.6Section 1 • SafetyWhen engine is running, keep passengers away from areas not designed for riding, such as seat backs, bow, gunwal

275 Performance®1.7Section 1 • SafetyDeath or serious injury can result if you fail to observe these safety rules:• Anyone who controls the boat mus

275 Performance®1.8Section 1 • SafetyThe wind speed and wave height specied as the upper limit for your category of boat does not mean that you or yo

275 Performance®1.9Section 1 • SafetyShut engine off if an object is struck or if you run aground.Check for hull leaks and propulsion system damage,

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275 Performance®1.10Section 1 • SafetySKIING SIGNALS (FIG. 1.10.1)DIVERS FLAGS(FIG. 1.10.2)CODE ALPHAFLAGSPORT DIVER'SFLAGREDWHITEBLUEWHITETurn -

275 Performance®1.11Section 1 • Safetya. MeDical eMerGencYYou may be far from professional medical help when you are boating. At least two people on

275 Performance®1.12Section 1 • Safetye. collisions anD leakinGIn the event of collisions and leaking:• Slow down or stop to reduce water intake, un

275 Performance®1.13Section 1 • Safety! WARNINGA wide variety of components used on this vessel contain or emit chemicals known to the

275 Performance®1.14Section 1 • SafetyNOTICEIt is illegal for any vessel to dump plastic trash anywhere in the ocean or navigable waters of the United

275 Performance®1.15Section 1 • Safety20. nauTical TerMsAbeam – object 90 degrees ( 90°) to center line on either side of boat.Abaft – a point on a b

275 Performance®1.16Section 1 • Safety21. keY To sYMbols on conTrols & prinTsThese symbols may be found on your controls and gauges and/or used i

275 Performance®1.17RSpeed changes you.TM.22. WarninG label locaTionswarning laBel locationS(fig 1.17.1)Located in Owner’s PacketCalifornia Residents

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275 Performance®2.1Section 2 • general Boat arrangement! CAUTIONDo Not use cleats for lifting.2. passenGer locaTions1. When the boat is moving, all

i275 Performance®welcomeCongratulations on becoming the new owner of the world’s #1 performance boat. Baja® Marine Corporation welcomes

275 Performance®2.2Section 2 • general Boat arrangement3. basic boaT DiMensions anD clearances (uniTeD sTaTes sTanDarD s.a.e.)275 Performance specifi

275 Performance®2.3Section 2 • general Boat arrangementbasic boaT DiMensions anD clearances (MeTric)275 Performance SPecificationSOverall Length...

275 Performance®2.4Section 2 • general Boat arrangement6. General Deck laYouTGENERAL DECK LAYOUT(FIG. 2.4.1)FWDREAR(AFT)LEFT(PORT)RIGHT(STBD)CleatDec

275 Performance®2.5Section 2 • general Boat arrangement7. DescripTion of Major conTrolsa. Gear shifT anD ThroTTle conTrolThe shift/throttle control

275 Performance®2.6Section 2 • general Boat arrangementc. Trailer sWiTchThe trailer switch (Power Tilt) is not to be confused with the Power Trim fun

275 Performance®2.7Section 2 • general Boat arrangement8. iMporTanT GauGesa. TachoMeTer anD hour MeTerThe tachometer (see Figure 2.7.2) indicat

275 Performance®2.8Section 2 • general Boat arrangementinSerting the aft removaBle navigation/anchor light (located at the Stern of the Boat) (fig 2.8

3.1275 Performance®Section 3 • uSing your Boat1. pre-launch, launch anD posT-launch checklisTListed below are the critical items you must check and d

3.2Section 3 • uSing your Boat275 Performance®3. fuelinG The boaTThe fuel ll cap is located on the port side of the boat (Figure 3.2.1). Do not mist

3.3275 Performance®Section 3 • uSing your Boat• Shut off gas burning appliances (gas stove, etc.).• Close all hatches, doors, and keep e

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3.4Section 3 • uSing your Boat275 Performance®• If there are passengers not wearing PFDs, the PFDs must be readily accessible. “Readily accessi

3.5275 Performance®Section 3 • uSing your Boatit is recommended that the bilge blower run all the time the engine is running.6. Place drive unit in f

3.6Section 3 • uSing your Boat275 Performance®10. sTeerinG sYsTeMsYour Baja® may be will be equipped with one of two types of steering. Ple

3.7275 Performance®Section 3 • uSing your Boatb. poWer sTeerinGThe power steering system is an enclosed push-pull cable that is hydraulically assiste

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4.1275 Performance®Section 4 • Bilge & underwater gear1. bilGea. fuel & oil spillaGeRegulations prohibit discharging fuel or oily waste in n

4.2275 Performance®Section 4 • Bilge & underwater gearExcept for checking the operation of the bilge pump using the ON position, leave the switch

4.3275 Performance®Section 4 • Bilge & underwater gearc. iMpacT To sTern DriveThe stern drive can be damaged by impact, either while trailering o

4.4275 Performance®Section 4 • Bilge & underwater gearf. Install the thrust washer, propeller, continuity washer, thrust hub, propeller nut

275 Performance®5.1Section 5 • fuel SyStem1. fuel sYsTeMSection 3 • Using Your Boat contains important fueling information. Take time to read a

iii275 Performance®introduction1. This ManualThe material within this manual and your Owner’s Manual Packet:• Gives you basic safety information• D

275 Performance®5.2Section 5 • fuel SyStem2. fuelinG precauTionsCertain precautions must be carefully and completely observed every time a boat

275 Performance®5.3Section 5 • fuel SyStem• Electrical equipment, including blowers – power off.• Doors, hatches – closed.• Smoking material – exti

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275 Performance®6.1RSpeed changes you.TM.Section 6 • electrical SyStemS1. elecTrical sYsTeMs DirecT currenT (Dc)The 12 volt direct current (DC)

275 Performance®6.2Section 6 • electrical SyStemSRSpeed changes you.TM.Protective terminal covers, such as rubber boots on electrical connections,

275 Performance®6.3Section 6 • electrical SyStemSRSpeed changes you.TM.Zinc anodes require replacement about every six months, if the boat is ope

275 Performance®6.4Section 6 • electrical SyStemSRSpeed changes you.TM.ignition Switch (fig. 6.4.1)Note: This drawing contains information prop

275 Performance®6.5Section 6 • electrical SyStemSRSpeed changes you.TM.TRAILER TRIMBLUE/WHITEREDGREEN/WHITE14 AWG RED14 AWG GREEN14 AWG BLUE14 AWG PUR

6.6275 Performance®RSpeed changes you.TM.Switch Panel wire information (fig 6.6.1)

6.7275 Performance®RSpeed changes you.TM.Switch Panel wire information (fig 6.7.1)

iv275 Performance® 6. hull iDenTificaTion nuMber (hin)The “Hull Identication Number” located on the starboard side of the transom, is the most

6.8275 Performance®RSpeed changes you.TM.wire Schematic (fig 6.8.1)

6.9275 Performance®RSpeed changes you.TM.gauge Panel electrical information (fig 6.9.1)

275 Performance®7.1Section 7 • oPtionS & acceSSorieS1. opTions & accessories locaTionsFigure 7.1.1 shows the location of some of the componen

275 Performance®7.2Section 7 • oPtionS & acceSSorieS2. auToMaTic fire exTinGuisher sYsTeM (opTion)The 275 Performance may be equipped with an

275 Performance®7.3Section 7 • oPtionS & acceSSorieSBimini Top or sunshade must not be used when the vessel speed exceeds 45 MPH. Damage to boat

275 Performance®7.4Section 7 • oPtionS & acceSSorieSREFER TO OWNER'S MANUAL PACKET FOR INSTRUCTIONS AND WARRANTY INFORMATION ON DEPTH FIN

275 Performance®7.5Section 7 • oPtionS & acceSSorieSc. porTable heaD WiTh puMp-ouTThe portable head unit has two individual holding tanks. The to

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8.1275 Performance®Section 8 • required inSPection, Service, & maintenanceITEMREQUIREDMAINTENANCE/SERVICEREFERENCE SOURCE BEFOREEVERY USEAFTER FIR

8.2 275 Performance®Section 8 • required inSPection, Service, & maintenancesuMMarY GuiDe for inspecTion, service anD MainTenance*Use in salt water

v275 Performance®RSpeed changes you.TM.abouT Your express liMiTeD WarranTYBaja Marine offers an Express Limited Warranty on each new Baja purchased th

8.3275 Performance®Section 8 • required inSPection, Service, & maintenance2. useful service inforMaTionOWNERHOME PORTBOAT NAMEREGISTRATION NUMBER

8.4 275 Performance®Section 8 • required inSPection, Service, & maintenance3. inspecTion, service anD MainTenance proTocola. bilGe areaMany of y

8.5275 Performance®Section 8 • required inSPection, Service, & maintenance• Check your rst aid kit, making certain it is complete and

8.6 275 Performance®Section 8 • required inSPection, Service, & maintenance5. fiTTinG ouT afTer sToraGea. fuel sYsTeMCheck the entire fuel syste

8.7275 Performance®Section 8 • required inSPection, Service, & maintenance• Check fuel lines for damage and/or leaks. Make sure that they do

8.8 275 Performance®Section 8 • required inSPection, Service, & maintenance8. quick reference checklisTAs the owner/operator of a Baja® Boat, you

8.9275 Performance®Section 8 • required inSPection, Service, & maintenancequick reference checklisT (conT’D)*If engine fails to start, refer to th

8.10 275 Performance®Section 8 • required inSPection, Service, & maintenancec. DeparTinGGeneral 1. Passengers/Crew ...

8.11275 Performance®Section 8 • required inSPection, Service, & maintenancequick reference checklisT (conT’D) 3. Ignition ...

8.12 275 Performance®Section 8 • required inSPection, Service, & maintenance9. afTer MarkeT equipMenT checklisTAny safety or operational equipmen

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8.13275 Performance®Section 8 • required inSPection, Service, & maintenance10. MainTenance loGFollow the recommended maintenance listed on pages

8.14 275 Performance®Section 8 • required inSPection, Service, & maintenanceMainTenance loG (conT’D) Date Maintenance Description Engine Hours

9.1275 Performance®Section 9 • care & refiniShingYour new boat has been designed to provide you with years of enjoyment and satisfaction. In order

9.2Section 9 • care & refiniShing275 Performance®• Minor scratches and deeper stains that do not penetrate the gelcoat may be removed by light sa

9.3275 Performance®Section 9 • care & refiniShingThe fabric should be cleaned regularly before substances such as dirt, pollen, etc. are

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index275 Performance®indexAAccessories. See Options & Accessories LocationsBBilge 4.1Blower 4.2Maintenance 4.2, 8.4Pump 4.1Boarding 3.3Brea

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vii275 Performance®2. Engines and Stern Drive..........4.2A. Maintenance and Service ........4.2B.