The 278 Vista® model, uses a slide bolt to secure the
transom door closed and a strap with snap to keep the
door in the open position. See Figure M3.
Companionway
Hatch
Companionway
Door
Locking Pin
Track
Lock
Transom Door
Slide Bolt
Screen
Threshold
Figure M4: Companionway Door
NOTICE
To prevent damage to the companionway’s
hatch track, the companionway hatch must be
opened and closed slowly and carefully during
use.
Figure M2: 278V Transom Door
A lock is provided on the companionway door to
secure the cabin.
To prevent personal injury, swim platform must
not be occupied and transom door must be
closed while engines are running.
NOTICE
Always secure companionway door and hatch
before operating the boat. Rough water or
significant wake could cause the hatch or door
to slam shut and break. Acrylic plastic is
impact resistant but in extreme cases it can
crack and/or hardware such as hinges may
become damaged if not secured.
Prevent falls overboard. Close, latch, and stay
inside gate(s) while underway.
To clean acrylic plastic (plexiglass):
To prevent personal injury, DO NOT sit on or
lean against the transom door.
1) Rinse with plenty of water to wash off as much dirt
as possible.
2)
3)
4)
Using your bare hand, along with plenty of water,
feel and remove any dried on dirt or mud.
M - 3 COMPANIONWAY DOOR
258
and 278 Vista® models have a combination hinged
Wash using a soft, grit free cloth or sponge and
mild, nonabrasive soap or detergent.
door (w/screen) and sliding hatch assembly for gain-
ing access to and from the cabin. See Figure M4. A lift
pin secures the hatch in different positions. The door
may be kept open with the use of a strap with snap. To
utilize the screen door, simply separate the two doors.
Strap the solid door open and close the screen door.
Blot dry using a clean, damp chamois.
NOTICE
Never use a dry cloth, duster, glass cleaning
solutions or citrus cleaner on acrylic plastic.
See Section Q - 7 for additional information on the
care of acrylic plastic.
Exterior Equipment - Section M
Owner’s Manual Page
| Categories | Four Winns Manuals, Four Winns Vista Manuals, Outboard Marine Corporation Manuals |
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| Tags | Four Winns Vista 258, Four Winns Vista 278 |
| Model Year | 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008 |
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| Document Type | Owner's Manual |
| Language | English |
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