COBIA 217 CC User Manual

May 30, 2012
Maverick Boat Company, Inc. • 3207 Industrial 29th St. • Fort Pierce,
Florida 34946 • (772)-465-0631 or (888)-shallow • Fax: (772) 489-2168
COBIA 217 CC
O w n e r ’ s M a n u a l
WELCOME
Dear New Cobia Owner,
On behalf of Cobia Boats, I would like to congratulate
you on your purchase. We at Cobia strive to build the
best products possible and wish you years of trouble
free enjoyment. There are many things to know about
the operation, care and maintenance of our products
and the systems we install in them. Please review all
the applicable information for your new boat. The more
you know, the more you will enjoy your new Cobia.
Again, a heartfelt Thank You from myself and the whole
Cobia Family.
Scott Deal, President and CEO

COBIA 217 CC Specifications

General

Beam	8' 6"
Deadrise	20°
Max Horsepower	250 hp
Length	21 ft 7 in
Fuel Capacity	90 gal
Length Overall (LOA)	21 ft 7 in
Passenger Capacity	8 persons
Seating Capacity	8 persons

Summary

Engine Break-In Period and Safety

Engine Break-In Process

Details the required break-in period for new engines to ensure proper mating of moving parts.

Engine Stop Switch

Explains the function of the engine stop switch and safety lanyard for emergency shutdown.

Fuel System Components

Fuel-Water Separator

Describes the Yamaha fuel-water separator and its maintenance requirements.

Helm and Instrumentation

Switch Panel and Helm Controls

Details the main switch panel controlling boat functions and helm-mounted switches.

Instrument Panel Gauges

Bilge System Operation

Bilge Inspection and Pump Function

Details how to check the bilge, identify water issues, and troubleshoot the bilge pump.

Boat Systems Overview

Ball Valve Operation

Explains how to identify and operate ball valves for flow control.

217 Deckdrain System

217 Livewell Pump Assembly

Ladder and Propeller

Stainless Boarding Ladder

Propeller Selection and Inspection

Fuel System Diagram and Safety

Fuel System Description and Safety

Explains the 100-gallon fuel system, fuel fill location, and safety precautions during fueling.

Cockpit and Livewell Functionality

Self-Bailing Cockpit Explained

Describes how the self-bailing cockpit drains water overboard directly.

Livewell System Operation

Provides step-by-step instructions for operating the livewell system to keep baitfish alive.

Electrical System Component

Battery Switch Operation

Explains how to operate the battery switch for single or dual battery systems.

Warranty Information

Cobia Boats Limited Warranty

Outlines the 10-year limited warranty, maintenance recommendations, and voiding conditions.