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Manitou Aurora LE User Manual

Manitou Aurora LE
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Contents
Contents
Important Safety Information ..................................................................... 1
Introduction ................................................................................................ 2
About This Manual ................................................................................ 2
Before Your First Outing ....................................................................... 2
Working Together .................................................................................. 3
Ownership ................................................................................................. 5
Intended Use ......................................................................................... 5
Owner’s Packet ..................................................................................... 5
Warranty Procedures ............................................................................ 6
Boat Identification .................................................................................. 6
State or Provincial Registration ............................................................. 7
Insurance ............................................................................................... 7
Trash Disposal ...................................................................................... 7
Sanitary Waste Disposal ....................................................................... 8
Safety ........................................................................................................ 9
Safe Boating Practices ........................................................................ 10
Safe Operation .................................................................................... 11
Swimming Safety ................................................................................. 13
Water Skiing Safety ............................................................................. 14
Safety Labels ....................................................................................... 15
Required Safety Equipment ................................................................ 19
Other Safety Considerations ............................................................... 20
Operating Your Manitou .......................................................................... 23
Fuel...................................................................................................... 23
Fueling ................................................................................................. 23
Launching Your Boat ........................................................................... 24
Boat Capacity Information ................................................................... 25
Boarding .............................................................................................. 26
Stowing Onboard Gear........................................................................ 26
Weight Distribution .............................................................................. 27
Steering ............................................................................................... 27
Navigation and Right-of-Way Rules .................................................... 28
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Manitou Aurora LE Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandManitou
ModelAurora LE
CategoryBoat
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Important Safety Information

Introduction

About This Manual

Provides information for basic boating excursions.

Before Your First Outing

Steps to take before the maiden voyage of your new boat.

Working Together

Manufacturer's Role

Manufacturer's commitment to rigorous standards and inspections.

Dealer's Role

Dealer's responsibilities after the sale of the boat.

Owner's Role

Owner's responsibilities for boat operation and maintenance.

Ownership

Intended Use

Specifies the intended use and limitations for pontoon boats.

Owner's Packet

Lists the contents and purpose of the owner's packet.

Warranty Procedures

Details how to obtain warranty work through an authorized dealer.

Boat Identification

Explains the Hull Identification Number (HIN) and its importance.

State or Provincial Registration

Requirements for registering your boat in its state or province.

Insurance

Legal responsibilities and recommendations for insuring your boat.

Trash Disposal

Guidelines for responsible disposal of trash to protect waterways.

Sanitary Waste Disposal

Rules and responsibilities for disposing of sanitary waste properly.

Safety

CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65 WARNING

Warning about chemical exposure from recreational marine vessels.

Carbon Monoxide

Information on the dangers and symptoms of carbon monoxide poisoning.

Safe Boating Practices

Essential recommendations for safe operation and maintenance.

Safe Operation

Guidelines for good judgment and safe operation of the boat.

Swimming Safety

Recommendations for safe swimming practices from the boat.

Water Skiing Safety

Rules and precautions for safe water skiing.

Safety Labels

Explains the purpose and importance of various safety labels.

Required Safety Equipment

Required Onboard Safety Equipment

Lists essential safety equipment that must be on board.

Recommended Onboard Safety Equipment

Lists optional but recommended safety gear for enhanced safety.

Other Safety Considerations

Fuel System Safety

Precautions and hazards related to fueling the boat.

Hazardous Conditions

Awareness and avoidance of dangerous water and weather conditions.

Operating Your Manitou

Fuel

Information on the type of gasoline suitable for the boat.

Fueling

Step-by-step guide for safely fueling the boat's fuel tank.

Launching Your Boat

Steps and precautions for launching the boat from a trailer.

Boat Capacity Information

Explains how to find and understand the boat's capacity limits.

Boarding

Guidelines for safe boarding and passenger placement on the boat.

Weight Distribution

Importance of evenly distributing weight for ride and handling.

Steering

Factors affecting boat steering and how to operate it safely.

Navigation and Right-of-Way Rules

Essential rules to prevent accidents and ensure safe navigation.

Boat Speed

Factors influencing safe boat speed and how to adjust it.

Trimming

Tips for adjusting the outboard engine angle for performance.

Docking

Procedures and safety tips for approaching and docking the boat.

Loading and Trailering Your Boat

Step-by-step instructions for loading the boat onto its trailer.

Towing Capacity

How towing capacity is determined and its importance.

Safety Chains

The purpose and use of safety chains for trailering.

Backing a Vehicle with an Attached Trailer

Tips and practice advice for backing up with a trailer.

Storing Your Boat

Blocking

Proper placement of blocks for structurally sound storage.

Electrical Equipment

Electrical Wiring System

Overview of the boat's 12-volt DC negative ground electrical system.

Maximus DCM

Description of the digital switching system on XT and LX models.

Batteries

Care and replacement of boat batteries.

Lights

Information on different types of lights on the Manitou.

Navigation Lights, Including Stern and Bow Lights

Requirements and use of navigation lights between sunset and sunrise.

Docking Lights

Intended use of docking lights at night.

Anchor Light

Use of the anchor light when anchored or underway after dark.

Switches

How electrical switches control boat components.

Instrument Panel

Digital Display

Information about the digital display and its functions.

Guide to Your Boat's Instrument Panel

How to use the instrument panel and locate gauge information.

Instrument Panel Descriptions

Table mapping Manitou models to instrument panel description pages.

Instrument Panel—Aurora Models

Gauges and switches for Aurora model instrument panels.

Instrument Panel—Oasis Models

Gauges and switches for Oasis model instrument panels.

Instrument Panel—Encore Models

Gauges and switches for Encore model instrument panels.

Instrument Panel—LX Models

Gauges and switches for LX model instrument panels.

Instrument Panel—X-Plode XT Models

Gauges and switches for X-Plode XT model instrument panels.

Controls

Steering System

Overview of different steering systems available on the boat.

Autopilot and Automatic Set Point Functions

Operation and safety of autopilot and automatic set point functions.

Optional Joy Stick Steering

How to operate the optional joy stick steering system.

Optional Dual Engine Controls

How to safely operate optional dual engine controls.

Shift and Throttle Control System

Information on the shift and throttle control system.

Fast Idle Button

How to use the fast idle button for starting assistance.

Power Trim and Tilt Switch

Operation of the power trim and tilt switch.

Other Components

Livewell

How to operate and maintain the boat's livewell system.

Sport Tower

Operation and maintenance of the sport tower, including lowering it.

Ladders

Stern Boarding Ladder

Information on the stern boarding ladder and its safe use.

Cleaning Your Manitou

Flooring

Care and maintenance instructions for boat flooring.

Vinyl Flooring

Specific steps for cleaning vinyl flooring.

Spradling COMPASS HB™™ Flooring

Care and maintenance for Spradling Compass HB flooring.

Fabric Tops and Covers

Cleaning and maintaining fabric tops and covers.

Snaps and Zippers

Tips for easing and maintaining snaps and zippers on fabric items.

Vinyl-Coated Fabrics

How to clean and care for vinyl-coated fabrics.

General Precautions

Important precautions for maintaining vinyl-coated fabrics.

Exterior Surface and Graphics Care

How to clean exterior aluminum panels and graphics.

Maintaining Your Manitou

Corrosion

Understanding and preventing corrosion on boat metal parts.

Aluminum Surfaces

Cleaning and caring for the boat's aluminum surfaces.

Battery and Electrical Care

Proper care and maintenance of the boat's batteries.

Warranty

2021 Model Year Manitou Pontoon Boat Limited Warranties

Details of the limited warranties for the 2021 model year.

Five (5) Year Limited Vinyl-Coated Fabric Warranty

Warranty details for vinyl-coated fabric.

Five (5) Year Limited Vinyl/Luna Warranty

Warranty details for vinyl/Luna material.

Five (5) Year Limited Bimini Top/Mooring Cover Fabric Warranty

Warranty details for bimini top and mooring cover fabric.

Two (2) Year Gel-Coat and Paint Warranty

Warranty details for gel-coat and paint.

Seven (7) Year Limited Component Parts Warranty

Warranty for various component parts like radios, gauges, etc.

OWNER'S RESPONSIBILITY

Owner's responsibilities for product registration and maintenance.

HOW TO GET LIMITED WARRANTY SERVICE

How to obtain warranty service from Manitou or its dealers.

LIMITS OF THE WARRANTY

Details the limitations and exclusions of the Manitou limited warranty.

STATE OR PROVINCE WARRANTY ENFORCEMENT LAWS

How state/provincial laws may affect warranty enforcement.

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