r-i. ' ~~"~".~ SEPTEMBER 1988 MODELS 2157 MONTEGO 2357 MONTEGO 2557 MONTEGO 2587 ALLEGRA 2757 MONTEGO , 2767 SANTEGO OWNER'
A. Tachometer The Tachometer indicates the speed of the engine in revolutions per minute. This speed is not the boat speed nor necessarily the
Ignition Switch(s) and aI/ instruments, controls, etc. should be protected from the weather when not in use. Carver offers appropriate weather
PROPULSION EQUIPMENT PROPENGINES REDUCTIONMODEL 16 X 14 4.3L MERe 2157 3.7L MERe 1.84:1 16 X 16 5.7L MERe 1.84:1 16 X 16 171 VOLVO 1.50:1 16 X 13 2
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CONTROL SYSTEMS C-1 GENERAL The remote control systems which permit operation of the engine's throttle and shift mechanisms consist of three ma
Other lubrication, adjustment and maintenance instruc-tions are included in the information provided by the control manufacturers. C2 OMSBCARVER
STEERING SYSTEMS 0-1 GENERAL A. Mechanical Steering Most single station Carver boats use a rack and pinion type mechanical steering system. In this
time, additional bleeding ofthe system may be required. See a dealer; adjustments on a power steering unit must be performed by a qualified ser
TABLE OF CONTENTS SECTION DESCRIPTION PAGE SECTION A· WARRANTY & SERVICE INFORMATION A-1 CARVER WARRANTY POLICY ...
ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS E-1 GENERAL All electrical equipment on Carver boats operates on either 12 volt DC or 120 volt (220 volts on 50 Hertz models)
3. The black leads from the 12 volt distribution panel labelled A must be connected to the negative (-) battery terminal. 4. If the boat is equipped
respective battery. plus any electrical charges supplied to it, will be indicated on the Voltmeter. IMPORTANT: Be sure the Voltmeter Switch is in th
B. Interior Equipment The MAIN circuit breaker protects all12 volt distribution circuitry. There are also individual circuit breakers for items such
ing in the shore power cord may cause the MAIN AC EQUIPMENT ELECTRICAL LOADS -breaker to trip. To avoid this power spike, turn off all MAIN b
C. Polarity indicator If the dockside power source is incorrectly wired and has the polarity reversed, the MAIN circuit breaker will sense the voltag
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CODE COLOR GA USAGE ROUTING SWITCH FUSE REMARK A ... Red ... 4 Primary Input ... Batt. main to fuse ...
~ODE COLOR GA USAGE ROUTING SWITCH FUSE REMARK 2 ... Dark green ... 10.. Fuel fill ground ... Stbd fuel tank to deck plate ...
E-2A1 Installation ... E1 E-2A2 Operation ..
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USING GASOLINE THAT CONTAINS ALCOHOL IS DANGEROUS The petroleum industry has been reducing the amount of lead in gasoline in an effort to conform to F
FUEL SYSTEMS F • 1 GASOLINE FUEL SYSTEMS Carver fuel systems meet or exceed the requirements, that were in effect at the time of its manufacture, of
Periodically inspect all connections for leakage and all hoses for damage or deterioration. Replace as neces-sary. H. Optional Fuel Selector Valves S
FIGURE F1 TYPICAL FUEL TANK SYSTEM F3OMSB CARVER
WATER SYSTEMS G -1 GENERAL The fresh water supply system consists of supply tank(s), distribution lines and a distribution pump. A water f
The boat may also be equipped with an engine heat exchanger. The heat exchanger is optional on 25' models and standard on 27' mod
Section 0 for location of the Cockpit Washdown con-~ nection}. This system allows utilization ofthe surround-ing sea water for cleaning purposes. A
VENTILATION & DRAINAGE H - 1 ENGINE COMPARTMENT VENTILATION All Carver boats are equ ipped with engine compartment ventilation. This system is
H-3A Garboard Drain ... H1 H-3B Bilge Pumps .
B. Bilge Pumps Bilge Pumps are provided in the bottom of the hull to remove any water that might accumulate in the hull. The Bilge Pumps are c
INTERIOR EQUIPMENT 1-1 HEADS The various anti-pollution laws presently in effect have necessitated the use and availability of a wide variety of head
1- 2 REFRIGERATORS Dual voltage refrigerators are standard equipment on most Carver boats. These units will operate on 120 volt (220 volts on 50 Hert
EXTERIOR & SAFETY EQUIPMENT J-1 SPOTLIGHT A properly operating spotlight is essential for safe cruisi-ng at night. Carver offers electrically c
IMPORTANT: Optimum efficiency is obtained when operating at a 4 to 5 degree trim angle. Utilizing too much "Bow Down" trim tab can redu
J-7 SWIM PLATFORMS on the platform. An anchor retainer bracket and clevis are included to secure the anchor while not in use. See } Carver offers
SEATING & WEATHER COVERS . K -1 V-BERTH FILLER CUSHIONS Whenever applicable, Carver provides a drop-in cush-ion forthev-berth area as standard eq
K - 5 DRAPERIES &WINDOW COVERS After a season or more of usage or exposure, you may wish to remove the draperies. Dry cleaning is recom-mended.
than fold the enclosure curtains. Sharp folds increase the chance of cracking the clear vinyl. High winds encountered during trailering your boat can
FIBERGLASS HULL & COMPONENTS L-1 GENERAL Carver boats are designed using the sound engineering and mathematical principles of hydrostatics, struc
SECTION M • WOODWORK CARE &MAINTENANCE M-1 TEAK CARE & MAINTENANCE ...
diu m-phosphate. Common examples of these types of household cleaning agents are: Tide, Oxydol, Clorox, Janitor-in-a-drum, Fantastic, etc. Always r
is minimal. Occasionally, blisters, crazing, scratches, or damage to the fiberglass can occur. Crazing is the appearance of hair-line cracks in th
WOODWORK CARE & MAINTENANCE M-1 TEAK CARE & MAINTENANCE Solid teakwood is used extensively on Carver boats, especially on the exterior. Th
GENERAL MAINTENANCE N-1 PRIOR TO LIFTING FOR WINTER LAYUP Pump out the head (dockside discharge). Flush the head holding tank with soap, water
refrigerator, shower basin, storage locker areas, etc. should also be sprayed with Lyso!. Place small dishes of rodent pOison such as D·Con in a n
GENERAL MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE 48 HOURS 25 HOUR BI·SEASON! SEASONALLY! AFTER CHECK EACH EACH 6 MOSf EACH 12 MOS! LAUNCH SEASON EA. 1000 HRS EACH 2
48 HOURS 25 HOUR BI-SEASONI SEASONALLY I AFTER CHECK EACH EACH 6 MOSI EACH 12 MOSI ..~ LAUNCH SEASON EA. 1000 HRS EACH 200 HRS FUEL SYSTEMS Inspe
48 HOURS 25 HOUR BI·SEASONI SEASONALLY I AFTER CHECK EACH EACH 6 MOSI EACH 12 MOSI LAUNCH SEASON EA. 1000 HRS EACH 200 HRS WOODWORK CARE & MAIN
OPERATION 0-5 PRE-CRUISE SYSTEM CHECK 0-1 GENERAL Before starting the boat, become familiar with aU of the Before leaving the dock, the following it
0-6 GROUNDING &TOWING Carver Boats are not designed nor intended to be used as a towing vessel. The mooring cleats on Carver boats are not desi
If'. ( ( '-/ 'J . MODEL 2357 LOCATOR DRAWING HOLDING TANK DOCKSI RECEPTACLE FUEL TANK SHOWER PUMP CIRCUIT BREAKER PANEL BATTERY SELE
'.,> BLOCK. -A~~den or metal case enclosing one or , :n::...~:~u~~ ~ga hook, eye, or strap by which it may be attached. BOLLARD - A single p
line to the bottom ofthe lowest part ofthe boat (e.g., the propellertip or rudder). 2. Thedepth of water necessary to float a boat. DROGUE Any device
~-1-, GR~~;~P,EE, D - A vessel's speed made good over I ~. l,.ffltt', _ ~9cealong a course or track. r GROUND TACKLE - The anchor, anchor r
LUBBER LINE - A mark or line on the compass parallel to the keel indicating forward. MAST - A spar that is set upright to support rigging and sails. M
hull. A shaft log permits the shaft to rotate while starboard or port tack . ...?"'-o... "'" ~.simultane
-----------------------------------------~ ., WEB FRAM E A frame that has a deep web, usually a main strength member. WET EXHAUST - This term ref
ENGINES & DRIVE SYSTEMS B-1 GENERAL Carver Boat Corporation does not manufacture en-gines, stern drives or v-drives. These components are
underway, or while the generator is running, those awake should be extremely watchful for carbon monox-ide accumulation in the cabin; especially
8 - 5 PROPELLERS Knowledge of the propeller is most easily gained through better understanding of the terminology used to refer to the aspects o
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