new (used) 2006 SeaRay 340 excitement

[modernvista]

So after investigation every corner of the boat, and since the owner left me nothing, I am curious if there exists a list of manuals or documents for the 2006 era SeaRay?

i have found the digital parts list and manual in digital form at searay.com, and found the online ray marine c80 manuals, and after hours of forum searching discovered that my ice maker is a uline sp18 (and found the corresponding manual, which let me get it working!) but I'm curious about what else I may be missing..for example the manual doesn't appear to have details on opening the v berth bow hatch. Which seems like it should be self evident, but only sort of works..or the built in vacuum..which makes a crazy racket when turned on..or many other systems that may just need a little troubleshooting...or minor part replacements (microwave tray wheel was broken, but the model still has parts available which I located on amazon! Bam, working microwave in $4.99)

the parts manual is a little vague on some components, so any leads would be great..

cheers

chris

 

[hamrick]

When I had our boat surveyed the Surveyor told me to always let the blowers run for at least 5 minutes as a safety precaution. Better safe than sorry!

 

[Kreole Kid]

Chris, you can download online almost any manual today, just google it. As for the previous owner not leaving you anything, I feel your pain. If you need ANY help at all, just ask. I've been a member since 2009, and I have to say, this site is so friendly, valuable, and helpful. You can't go wrong on here.

If you can't find exactly what you're looking for, send me a PM, and I'll try to get you that info...

Change your signature settings, you are now a 2003.5-2008 340DA Owner:smt038

Post some pics of your new investment!!!

 

[villain style]

Yeah - what Bruce said!!!

 

[bajturner]

It's always a good idea to check your bilge before heading out, IMHO. My routine before leaving the dock is to always open the hatch, scan visible fluid reservoirs (drive lubes, trim tabs, drive trims, generator coolant), I don't check dipsticks every time out, look to see if there is any fluid in the bilge (water, oil, fuel, etc.), note any excessive fuel smell, and just generally survey hoses and belts for about 15 seconds to look for anything unusual. It takes a couple of minutes overall. I will often start the blowers at the same time. With the hatch open and the blowers running, you are good to start after 2-3 minutes...or sooner since you are able to check for the smell of fuel vapours while poking around (user manual says 4 minutes with hatch closed). While dropping the hatch, I will often start the engines. It's useful to hear them start and run up a bit before the hatch is sealed. I then let them warm up to above 100F before casting off. During the warm up I organize lines, shore power cord, start getting untied, set my plotter, VHF, SmartCraft view, etc.

This year I also got in the habit of starting the generator and running it under load, usually the air conditioner, for the first 30-60 minutes of cruise minimum. I find this really helps to keep it running reliably so it will go when you want it to.

I don't do the seacocks, but maybe I should just to make sure they stay operational. I know some people close them every time they leave the boat to safeguard against the boat sinking should a hose fail.

This is not my full routine, but the major parts that relate to the engine room.

 

[modernvista]

I still don't have a picture of my 340 yet.. i mean i have the sales pics, but i want to get her clean before I show her off.
However, we went to paradise cove last weekend and on the way back the sun set, and was gorgeous. here's a shot a friend took from the cockpit!