Chris-Craft Launch 25 - User Manual

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Summary

Chapter 1: Introduction to Your Chris-Craft Boat

Understanding the Owners Manual

Details the purpose and scope of the owner's manual for Chris-Craft boats.

What This Manual Covers

Outlines the specific Chris-Craft models covered by this manual and general content.

General Specifications and Performance

Provides general specifications, performance data, and capacities for various models.

Weight Conversions for Boating

Offers conversion factors for weights of common liquids like gasoline and water.

Boat Design Category Standards

Explains ISO 10240 design categories for boats and their certifications.

Component Manufacturers Directory

Lists key component manufacturers used in Chris-Craft boats with contact information.

Chapter 2: Safety and Operations

Understanding Safety Signs and Labels

Explains the meaning of DANGER, WARNING, CAUTION, and NOTICE symbols used in the manual.

Warning Placards and Labels Identification

Illustrates and describes various warning placards and labels found on the boat.

Essential Boating Safety Practices

Emphasizes operator responsibility for safety, understanding rules, and hazard awareness.

General Safety Precautions for Boaters

Provides crucial safety advice covering mechanical, personal limits, and environmental factors.

Boating Courses and Skill Development

Recommends boating safety courses for acquiring essential navigation and seamanship skills.

Basic Seamanship and Rules of the Road

Explains basic seamanship rules and right-of-way principles for vessel navigation.

Navigational Meeting Situations

Details procedures for meeting other vessels, including head-on and crossing scenarios.

Visual Obstructions Affecting Operator Vision

Lists factors that can obstruct operator vision while piloting the boat.

Propeller Safety Guidelines

Provides essential safety steps to prevent injuries related to the boat's propeller.

Boating Regulations and Requirements

Covers U.S. federal boating regulations, documentation, and registration requirements.

U.S. Coast Guard Boating Safety Hotline

Provides contact information for the U.S. Coast Guard Boating Safety Hotline.

Supplemental Federal, State, or Local Regulations

Highlights owner's responsibility to be aware of additional federal, state, or local regulations.

Alcohol and Drugs in Boating Safety

Warns against operating a boat under the influence of alcohol or drugs.

Boating Accident Reporting Procedures

Details requirements for reporting boating accidents involving damage, injury, or death.

Rendering Assistance to Vessels in Distress

Explains the legal obligation to provide assistance to other vessels in distress.

Vessel Maintenance Responsibilities

Stresses the owner's responsibility for maintaining the vessel in safe operating condition.

Understanding Load Capacity

Defines load capacity and emphasizes the importance of safe weight distribution.

Required Safety Equipment

Lists minimum required safety equipment based on vessel length, per U.S. Coast Guard.

Personal Flotation Devices (PFDs)

Details federal requirements for PFDs per occupant and recommendations for wearing them.

Types of Personal Flotation Devices (PFDs)

Describes the five types of PFDs (I-V) and their intended uses and characteristics.

Foam Class PFDs

Explains foam-type PFDs, their inherent buoyancy, and recommended uses.

Inflatable Class PFDs

Discusses inflatable PFDs, their use limitations, and requirements for gas cylinders.

Hybrid Class PFDs

Covers hybrid PFDs, which combine foam and inflatable features.

PFD Considerations and Care

Offers advice on obtaining the best benefit from PFDs and proper care and inspection.

Additional Recommended Equipment

Lists tools, spare parts, and other equipment recommended for self-sufficiency.

Visual Distress Signals (VDS)

Explains VDS requirements, types, storage, and disposal procedures.

Storage of Visual Distress Signals

Provides guidance on storing Visual Distress Signals correctly.

Disposal of Visual Distress Signals

Details how to properly dispose of expired or damaged pyrotechnic VDS.

Responding to Emergencies

Guides the owner/operator on how to react to various vessel emergencies.

Medical Emergencies on Board

Covers common medical emergencies and the importance of first aid and CPR.

Getting Help in a Medical Emergency

Advises on self-reliance and preparation for seeking medical assistance at sea.

Carbon Monoxide Hazards and Prevention

Details the dangers of Carbon Monoxide (CO) and measures for its prevention.

Man Overboard Rescue Procedures

Outlines steps for performing a successful man overboard rescue.

Fire Safety and Fighting Fires

Provides guidance on fire prevention and procedures for fighting fires aboard the vessel.

Classes of Fires and Extinguisher Types

Classifies fires and matches them with appropriate fire extinguisher types.

Compliant Fire Extinguishers

Lists types of fire extinguishers and recommendations for onboard use.

Required Number of Portable Fire Extinguishers

Specifies the minimum number of portable fire extinguishers required by vessel length.

Fire Extinguisher Maintenance and Service

Details regular maintenance and service requirements for fire extinguishers.

Safety at Sea and Hazard Avoidance

Covers navigating safely, avoiding underwater objects, and understanding navigation aids.

Mechanical Failures and Troubleshooting

Provides procedures for handling mechanical failures and basic propulsion system checks.

Shallow Water Dangers and Navigation

Explains how to determine safe water depths and precautions for shallow areas.

Running Aground Procedures

Details steps to take if the vessel runs aground and how to assess for damage.

Flooding, Sinking, and Capsizing Response

Outlines measures to take if the vessel encounters flooding or capsizes.

Collision Response Procedures

Describes actions to take following a vessel collision, including reporting.

Lightning Precautions for Vessels

Provides safety precautions to protect the vessel and occupants during lightning storms.

Fueling Procedures and Safety

Details safe procedures for fueling the boat, emphasizing fire and explosion hazards.

Chapter 3: Boat Systems Overview

Switch Identification Icons

Identifies various switches by their icons for easy operation of boat systems.

Engine Compartment Components

Details components typically found in the engine compartment and access methods.

Lancer 22 Rumble Features

Describes the unique rumble seat feature and its hydraulic operation on the Lancer 22.

Overview of Boat Systems

Lists the various boat systems discussed in this chapter.

Safety Package Components

Explains the optional safety package including fire extinguisher indicators and systems.

Seacocks and Thru-Hulls

Details the function and maintenance of seacocks and thru-hull fittings.

Drain Plugs and Bilge System

Covers drain plug installation and the function of bilge pumps.

Bilge Pumps Operation and Maintenance

Explains the operation, general maintenance, and electric bilge pump system.

General Maintenance Practices

Provides regular maintenance tasks for bilge pumps, including inspections.

Electric Bilge Pumps System

Details the operation of electric bilge pumps in manual and automatic modes.

Fuel Systems Components and Safety

Describes the fuel system components and emphasizes safety due to fuel hazards.

Fuel Tank and Fill Plate

Explains fuel tank capacities, types, and the location of the fuel fill deck plate.

Fuel Gauge and Readings

Describes the fuel gauge operation and importance of fuel planning.

Steering Systems Operation

Explains the hydraulic steering system and its regular maintenance requirements.

Boat Engines and Their Operation

Introduces engine options and the owner's responsibility for performance/maintenance.

Emergency Engine Stop Switches

Details the function and use of emergency engine stop switches (kill switches).

Ignition and Start Switches

Explains the operation of ignition switches and their relation to emergency stop switches.

Engine Throttles and Control

Describes how engine throttles control speed and direction, including neutral position.

Engine (Power) Trim System

Explains the power trim system's function in optimizing running conditions and trailering.

Engine Instruments and Readings

Covers the function of engine instruments like tachometer, speedometer, and gauges.

Selectable Exhaust System

Describes the optional selectable exhaust system for sound control.

Engine Compartment Blower System

Explains the function of the engine compartment blower for ventilation and fume removal.

Trim Tabs System Operation

Details how trim tabs adjust vessel trim for various conditions and loading.

Trim Tab Theory of Operation

Explains how trim tabs modify the boat's running angle and improve performance.

Trim Tab Hydraulic System Components

Breaks down the trim tab hydraulic system into its key components.

Trim Tab Hydraulic Pump

Describes the 12VDC electric-driven pump that powers the trim tabs.

Trim Tab Reservoir and Fluid

Explains the trim tab reservoir, fluid level checks, and refill procedures.

Trim Tab Zinc Plate Maintenance

Discusses the role of the sacrificial zinc plate on trim tabs and its inspection.

Trim Tab Control Switches

Details the location and operation of trim tab control switches.

Fresh Water System Components

Lists components of the fresh water system and notes models with the feature.

Sanitizing the Fresh Water System

Provides step-by-step instructions for sanitizing the fresh water system.

Using the Fresh Water System

Guides on starting, using, and filling the fresh water system.

Troubleshooting Water Systems

Offers a chart to diagnose and solve common fresh water system problems.

Marine Sanitation System

Explains marine sanitation device requirements and system operation.

Electrical System Overview

Introduces the boat's DC and AC electrical systems and their complexity.

Electrical Safety Precautions

Highlights critical safety rules for working with the boat's electrical system.

DC Electrical System Components

Details the components of the DC electrical system, including batteries and breakers.

Circuit Breakers Function and Location

Explains the purpose of circuit breakers and their typical locations in the system.

Battery System Configuration

Describes battery types, maintenance, and configurations (single, dual, triple).

Battery Charging Systems

Explains how batteries are charged via engine alternators or optional AC chargers.

Battery Powered Systems Matrix

Helps identify which systems are energized based on battery power for different models.

Wiring Color Codes for DC System

Provides a guide to wire color codes used in the DC electrical system.

DC System Troubleshooting Guide

Offers a troubleshooting chart for common DC electrical system issues.

AC Electrical System Operation

Covers the AC system, shore power operation, and reverse polarity hazards.

Reverse Polarity Identification and Correction

Explains how to identify and correct reverse polarity when connecting to shore power.

Connecting and Disconnecting Shore Power

Provides safety steps for connecting and disconnecting shore power cables.

AC Wiring Color Codes

Details wire color codes used specifically for the AC electrical system.

Troubleshooting the AC System

Offers a troubleshooting chart for common AC electrical system problems.

Compass Usage and Calibration

Explains compass function, influences, and the need for professional calibration.

Entertainment and Convenience Equipment

Describes the standard and optional entertainment and convenience features.

Chapter 4: Storage and Commissioning Procedures

Winter Storage Preparation

Provides detailed steps for preparing the boat for winter storage.

General Winter Storage Tasks

Covers cleaning, inspection, and storage of various boat components.

Fresh Water System Winterization

Details how to drain or winterize the fresh water system with antifreeze.

Engine and Fuel Tank Winterization

Recommends referring to engine manuals and adding fuel stabilizer.

Battery Storage and Maintenance

Provides guidance on removing, cleaning, storing, and charging batteries.

Marine Sanitation Device Preparation

Advises preparing the marine sanitation device according to manufacturer's directions.

Trailer Inspection and Maintenance

Lists tasks for inspecting and maintaining the boat trailer before storage.

Spring Commissioning Procedures

Outlines steps for preparing the boat for use after storage.

General Spring Commissioning Tasks

Covers cleaning, inspection of hull, gear, systems, and controls.

Fuel System Spring Check

Details checking fuel fittings and hoses for tightness and ensuring valves are open.

Engine Recommissioning

Advises referring to engine manuals for recommissioning instructions and checking fluids.

Battery Installation and Checks

Covers cleaning, corrosion checks, and securing batteries before installation.

Fresh Water System Spring Checks

Details connecting water lines, energizing the pump, checking for leaks, and sanitizing.

Bilge Pump Operation Check

Ensures bilge pump operation is checked in both automatic and manual modes.

Appendix A: Warranty Information

Appendix B: Checklists for Boating

Safety Boating Checklist

A comprehensive checklist for ensuring boating safety and passenger well-being.

Visual Inspection Checklist Before Launching

Covers pre-launch checks for vessel condition, equipment, and engine systems.

Pre-Departure Checks

Lists essential checks to perform before departing, including plans and documents.

Towing, Launching, and Retrieval Checklists

Provides checklists for pre-tow, pre-launch, launching, and boat retrieval procedures.

Pre-Tow Checklist Details

Specific items to check before towing the boat and trailer.

Pre-Launch Checklist Details

Key checks before launching, including drain plugs, equipment, and systems.

Launching Checklist Steps

Instructions for safely launching the boat from a trailer.

Boat Retrieval Procedures

Steps for safely retrieving the boat onto the trailer.

Appendix C: Coast Guard Accident Report Form

Appendix D: Float Plan Example

Appendix E: Trailering Your Boat Safely

Trailer Selection and Towing Vehicle Requirements

Guidance on selecting a trailer and ensuring the tow vehicle is adequate.

Hitch Types and Safety Chains

Explains hitch types and the importance of safety chains for secure towing.

Trailer Brakes and Towing Awareness

Discusses trailer brakes and awareness needed when towing a trailer.

Towing a Trailer Safely

Advice on making turns, backing trailers, and practicing for confident towing.

Launching Your Boat Procedures

Steps for preparing the boat for launch, including tie-downs and gear loading.

General Launching Checklists

Checklists for pre-tow, pre-launch, and launching procedures to ensure a pleasant outing.

Pre-Tow Checklist Details

Specific items to check before towing the boat and trailer.

Pre-Launch Checklist Details

Key checks before launching, including drain plugs, equipment, and systems.

Launching Checklist Steps

Instructions for safely launching the boat from a trailer.

Boat Retrieval Procedures

Steps for safely retrieving the boat onto the trailer.

Appendix F: Water Skiing Safety

Appendix G: Maintenance Log Forms

Appendix H: Technical Drawings

Chris-Craft Launch 25 Specifications

General

Beam	8 ft 6 in
Fuel Capacity	75 gal (284 L)
Water Capacity	12 gal (45 L)
Maximum Capacity	10 persons
Hull Material	Fiberglass
Passenger Capacity	10 persons
Engine Options	Single or twin engines