an extended period, check the charge on the
battery(s) periodically. Also check the water level in
the bilge and make sure the float switch is functional.
Wiper (Starboard) - This feature is either standard
or optional depending upon on Vista model. The
WIPER switch activates the windshield wiper. The
wiper will self park.
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If the automatic bilge pump must be disabled, discon-
nect the wiring plug near the bilge pump.
B. Installation of Additional 12 Volt Equipment
Blower - The BLOWER switch is used to activate the
bilge blower. Pressing the switch to the “ON” position,
activates the electric bilge blowers, changing the air in
the engine compartment that may contain gas vapors.
Non-factory installed 12 volt accessory equipment
may be connected to the “ACC” switch(s) on the dash.
Be sure to provide proper fuse or circuit
breaker protection for all volt equipment that
is installed. DO NOT overload the accessory
circuitry by installing too much additional
volt equipment.
Gasoline vapors can explode resulting in injury
or death. Before starting the engine, check
engine compartment bilge for gasoline or
vapors. Operate blower for four minutes, and
verify blower operation. ALWAYS run the
blower when the vessel is operating below
cruising speed.
C. Interior Equipment
CO Monitor - The CO monitors are protected by the
fuse in the fuse block at the helm.
Cockpit Lights - The COCKPIT LTS switch is used
to activate the cockpit (courtesy) lights. An additional
cockpit light switch is typically located on the cabin
light switch panel.
Cabin Lights - To turn the cabin lights on, activate the
CABIN LIGHTS “ON/OFF” switch located on cabin
lights panel to activate.. Additional cabin light “ON/
OFF” switches may be located in various areas of the
cabin i.e. forward berthing area.
Horn - To sound the horn, press the HORN switch.
Navigation & Anchor Lights - Moving the NAV/ANC
LTS switch towards the NAV position activates the
bow lights, the all-around light and the instrument
lights on the dash. Move the switch to the ANC
position to activate the all-around light. The center
switch position is “OFF”.
Forward Bilge Pump (278 Vista only) - The forward
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bilge pump can be activated manually by placing the
FORWARD BILGE switch in the “ON” position. This
forward bilge pump switch is located on the cabin
lights switch panel in the cabin. Additionally, a forward
bilge circuit breaker is located on the 278’s battery
switch panel
Trim Tabs - The boat is equipped with electric-
hydraulic trim tabs, the trim tabs are controlled by the
TRIM TAB switches. Refer to Section E-8 - Trim Tabs
for more information.
Any water from the stringers or from other sources
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within the 278 Vista cabin will drain into the forward
bilge compartment. The pump is equipped with an
automatic float switch and will operate whenever bilge
water rises to a level that will cause the float to move
upward. The water will be pumped overboard.
Windlass (Optional 278 Only) - The WINDLASS
switch activates the windlass. A circuit breaker is
located on the battery switch panel. Refer to the
Section M-12 in this manual and the manufacturer’s
literature for additional information.
Pressure Water - A pressure water pump delivers
water to the sink faucet, shower and transom wash-
down. The pressure water pump will operate
automatically as long as the FRESH WATER switch,
located on the cabin lights switch panel, is in the “ON”
position. The fresh water pump is protected by a fuse
located in the fuse block.
Engine Hatch - The ENGINE HATCH switch is used
to raise and lower the engine lid by activating a linear
screw jack. Pressing the upper portion of the switch
marked “UP” allows the engine lid to be raised.
Pressing the lower portion of switch marked “DOWN”
lowers the engine lid.
Electrical Systems - Section H
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 |
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