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Four winns Sundowner 245 User Manual
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Table of Contents
Capacity Label and Other Sticker Locations
4
Bow Rider Specifications - 200 Horizon
8
Bow Rider Specifications - 220 Horizon
9
Bow Rider Specifications - 240 Horizon
10
Cuddy Specifications - 205 Sundowner
11
Cuddy Specifications - 225 Sundowner
12
Cuddy Specifications - 245 Sundowner
13
Table of Contents
14
Warranty and Service
21
Engines and Instrumentation
23
Engine Exhaust
23
To Prevent Exhaust Fumes from Entering the Boat
23
Propellers
24
Diameter
24
Pitch
24
Prop Slip
24
Running Angle & Power Trim/Tilt
25
Trim Tabs
26
Control Listing
26
Engine Instrumentation
27
Horizon and Sundowner Dash Module View
27
Induce Planing & Control Trim Angle
27
Trim Tab Maintenance
27
Tachometer
28
Speedometer
28
Temperature Gauge
28
Oil Pressure Gauge
28
Voltmeter
29
Fuel Gauge
29
Power Trim Gauge
29
Depth Sounder
29
Clock
30
2000 Model Four Winns/Vdo Module Display Settings and Operation
30
Depthsounder & Alarm
31
Odometer (Log) and Trip Odometer (Trip Log)
32
Total (Engine) Hours, Trip Hours
32
Ignition Switch
32
Emergency Stop Switch
32
Engine Hour Meter
33
Alarm Systems
33
Instrument Maintenance
33
VDO Marine Instrument Module - Quick Start for Display Settings
34
Control Systems
35
Control Operation - Carbureted Engines
35
Control Operation - Fuel Injected Engines (EFI)
36
Neutral Safety Switch
36
Control System Maintenance
36
Steering Systems
37
Rotary Steering
37
Tilt Steering
37
Power Steering
37
Propeller Torque
38
Steering System Maintenance
38
Rotary System Maintenance
38
Winter Storage
39
Steering Cable View
39
Electrical Systems
40
Single Battery System
40
Dual Battery System
40
Battery Switch Operation
41
Single Engine-Dual Battery Installation Diagram
41
12 Volt Electrical Equipment
42
Helm Equipment
42
Horn
42
Aft Bilge Pump
42
Battery Maintenance
43
Electrical Wiring Maintenance
43
Installation of Additional 12 Volt Equipment
43
Interior Equipment
43
Stray Current Corrosion
44
Galvanic Corrosion
44
Wiring Color Code Table
44
Corrosion Prevention
45
Gasoline Fuel Systems
46
Fuel Tank Capacities
46
Fuel System Testing
46
Fuel Fills
46
Anti-Syphon Valves
47
Fuel Gauge Info
47
Fuel Senders
47
Fuel Tank Fittings Diagram
47
Fuel Standards
48
Fuel Filters
48
Trim Angle Effect with Low Fuel - Diagram
48
Fueling Instructions
49
Problems with Alcohol in Gasoline
49
Recommendations if Blended Gasoline Is Used
49
After Fueling
50
Grounding Fuel Hose - Diagram
50
Waste and Water Systems
51
Water Fill Locations
51
Water Tank Capacities
51
Disinfecting the Water System
51
Fresh Water System
52
Cockpit Galley or Sink
52
Transom Washdown
52
205 And 225 Sundowner Portable Heads
53
240 Horizon Enclosed Head
53
Sundowner “Soft” Head
53
Sundowner Enclosed Head
53
Water System Maintenance
54
Clean Vents and Screens
54
Winterizing the Water System
54
Pump out Option
54
General Water System Diagram
56
Ventilation &Amp; Drainage Systems
57
Engine Compartment Ventilation
57
Cabin Ventilation
57
Gravity Ventilation System
57
Hull Drainage System
58
Transom Drain
58
Bilge Pumps
58
Liner Drains, Bilge Compartment Drainage
58
Carbon Monoxide Information
59
What Makes Carbon Monoxide
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How a Person Is Affected by Carbon Monoxide
59
Effects of Carbon Monoxide
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Symptoms of Carbon Monoxide Intoxication
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Treatment (Evacuate, Ventilate, Investigate, Take Corrective Action)
60
Inspection
60
Boathouses, Sea Walls and Other Boats
60
Backdrafting (Station Wagon Effect)
61
The Effect of Sea Walls and Other Confined
61
The Effect of Boats Moored Along Side
61
Backdrafting - Air Flows over Boat and Behind Transom
61
Cabin Appliances
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Ventilation of Accommodation Spaces
62
Altitude and Sea Conditions
62
Portable Generator Sets
62
Maintenance - External Conditions
63
CO Detection Systems
63
Interior Equipment Description
64
Alcohol Stove
64
Glovebox
64
In-Dash Cooler, Stereo
64
Cherry Helm Enhancements
65
Anchor Storage
65
Ski Storage Locker
65
Hinged Bow Storage
65
Safety and Safety Equipment
66
Rails & Deck Hardware
66
Cleats
66
Transom Ski Tow Ring
66
Windshields
67
Swim Platform
67
Anchor
67
Depth Sounder Info
67
Required Safety Equipment
68
Personal Floatation Devices (Pfd’s)
68
PFD Types
68
PFD Pointers
69
Fire Extinguishers
69
Visual Distress Signal Devices
70
Sound Signaling Devices
70
Navigation Lights
70
Additional Recommended Equipment
70
Safe Boating Practices
71
Drugs and Alcohol
71
Passenger Safety
71
Propeller
71
Basic Seamanship
72
Boating Regulations
72
Safe Boating Courses
72
“Rules of the Road”
72
Rules of Seamanship
73
Right-Of-Way
73
Meeting Head-On
73
Crossing Situations, Overtaking
73
Navigational Aids
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The General Prudential Rule
74
Night Running
74
Whistle Signal
74
Lateral Markers
75
Safe Water Markers
75
The Uniform State Waterway Marking System
75
A Special Sign
76
Noise
76
Recommended Reading
76
Owner's Logs and Records
77
Navigational Aids Chart
77
Water Sports
78
Lateral Aids as Seen Entering from Seaward - Diagram
78
Swim Area Buoy View
78
Water Skiing
79
Diver down Float
79
Skiing Signals Diagrams
80
Upholstery
81
Interior Seatings
81
Bow Seating
81
Aft Fill-In Seating
81
Bucket Seats
82
Lounger Assembly
82
Bucket Seat Slider Base (Front View)
82
To Return the Starboard (Driver's) Bucket Seat to the Bow Facing Position
82
To Rotate the Port (Passenger) Bucket Seat to Face Aft
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To Return the Port (Passenger) Bucket Seat to the Bow Facing Position
83
Stern (Jump) Seats
83
To Install the Jump Seats in the Upper Position
83
Top Storage
84
Sunsport Interior
84
Exterior Upholstery Care
84
A Recommended "Cleaning Kit"
84
To Remove Stains
85
Replacement Upholstery
85
Carpet Care
85
Carpets Cleaning and Maintenance
85
Stain Removal Testing
86
Stain Removal Procedure
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Code for Stain Removal Procedure
86
Recommended Reagents
86
Steps to Change Lounger to the “Down” Position
87
Steps to Change Lounger to the “Up” Position
87
Weather Covers
88
Convertible Top (Suntop)
88
Side Curtains
89
Aft Curtain
89
Forward Cover
89
Bimini Top
89
Bimini Camper
90
Cockpit Cover
90
Mooring Cover
90
“Southwest” Bimini Top View
90
Trailering
91
Winter Dry Dock Storage
91
Maintenance
91
Carbon Monixide Warning
92
Fiberglass and Hull Information
93
Hull Design Information
93
Fiberglass Construction
93
Equipment Installation
93
Fiberglass Care & Maintenance
94
Weathering Effects on Gel Coat
94
Stains on the Exterior
95
Fiberglass Repairs
95
Scratches
96
Gouges & Cracks
96
Anti-Fouling Paint
97
Hull Support
97
Osmotic Blistering
97
Woodwork and Composites
99
High-Pressure Laminate Care
99
Star Board
99
Cherry Enhancements
99
General Maintenance
100
Winterization
100
Prior to Lifting for Winter Lay-Up
100
After Lifting
100
Engine Flush out
101
Prior to Winter Storage
101
General Maintenance Schedule
102
Trailer Information
105
Load Carrying Capacity
105
Average Equipment Weight Table
105
Trailer Components
106
Bunk Supports
106
Hitches
106
Tongue
106
To Pivot the Tongue on Painted Trailers for Storage
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To Reinstall the Tongue
107
To Remove the Tongue on Galvanized Trailers
107
Swivel Jack
107
Coupling Assembly
108
Surge Disc Brakes
108
Brake Actuator & Coupling Assembly and Disc Brake - Diagram
108
Winch
109
Surge Brake Actuator & Coupling Assembly
109
5-Wire Plug Harness
109
Wheels
110
Spare Tire Carrier
110
Mag Wheel & Mag Wheel Key (Socket) View
110
Lights
111
Tie-Downs
111
Bow Tie down Strap View
111
Rear Tie down Straps View
111
Hitching Trailer
112
Break-Away Cable View
112
Crossing the Safety Chains
113
Backing up with Surge Disc Brakes
113
Trailering - Checklist
114
Trailering Tactics
114
Brake Lockout Mechanism View
114
Care of Exterior Finish
115
Swivel Jack Care
115
Brake Actuator & Coupling Assembly Care
115
Winch Care
115
Axle Inspection & Repair
116
Brakes Care
116
Wheels Care
116
Bearings Care
116
Removal of Hub
117
Bearing/Seal Inspection and Replacement
117
Hub Reinstallation
117
Operation
118
Component Systems
118
Safety Equipment
118
Lighting
118
Pre-Cruise System Check
119
Alcohol and Drugs
119
Engine Operational Procedures
119
Before Starting
119
Cold Engine Start (Carbureted Engines)
120
Warm Engine Starting
120
If Engine Floods
120
SAE Viscosity Chart
120
Grounding and Towing
121
Shifting and Control Speed
121
Stopping Engine
121
Boating Education
122
Boating Courses
122
Boating Manuals or Literature
122
Charts and Maps
122
Glossary
123
Float Plan Page
130
Fuel Log Page
131
Service Log
134
Service Information Page
137
Electrical Schematics
138
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Four winns Sundowner 245 Specifications
General
Beam
8' 6"
Passenger Capacity
10
Deadrise
20°
Draft (Drive Up)
2' 0"
Draft (Drive Down)
3' 0"
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