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420 Megan Avenue Edgewater Florida 32132 USA

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  • Page 1 Operation & Maintenance Manual Boston Whaler ® ® 15 Guardian Series © 2013 Brunswick Commercial & Government Products. All Rights Reserved. 420 Megan Avenue Edgewater Florida 32132 USA...
  • Page 2 Warranty Information When you see a safety information box in this manual, carefully read the message before Read the Brunswick Commercial & Gov- you proceed. Take these safety warnings ernment Products limited commercial war- seriously and be alert to the possibility of ranty statement located on the inside rear property damage, serious injury, or death.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Section 1 - Safety Operator Responsibilities ......1-1 Giving Assistance ........1-1 Personal Flotation Devices ....1-2 Exhaust Emissions .........1-3 Fire Extinguishers ........1-4 Fires ............1-4 Boat Load Capacities ......1-5 Capsizing ..........1-5 Swamping ..........1-6 Proposition 65 Information ....1-7 Deck Occupancy Chart ......1-8 Warning Label Chart ......1-10...
  • Page 4 Table of Contents Section 2 - Boat Operation Pre-operation Checklist ......2-1 Ignition Shutoff Switch ......2-2 Main Engine Key Switch ......2-4 Battery Parallel Switch ......2-6 Starting Procedure ......... 2-7 Shift and Throttle Control ...... 2-8 Shifting ..........2-8 Neutral Throttle ........
  • Page 5 Table of Contents Section 3 - Fuel Systems Safety Warnings ........3-1 General Description ........3-2 Racor® Gasoline Filter ......3-3 Fueling Procedure ........3-4 Safety Warnings .......3-4 Filling Portable Tank .......3-5 Contaminated Gasoline ......3-6 Blended Fuels .........3-7...
  • Page 6 Table of Contents Section 4 - Boat Systems General Description ....... 4-1 Console Layout ........4-2 Deck Layout ..........4-4 Steering System ........4-6 Steering Effort ......... 4-7 Navigation Lights ........4-8 Operation .......... 4-8 Bilge Pump ..........4-9 Operation ........4-10 Compass ..........
  • Page 7 Table of Contents Section 5 - Electrical Systems General Description ........5-1 Batteries ...........5-2 Safety Warnings .......5-2 Capacities .........5-3 Charging ..........5-4 Battery Switches ........5-5 Battery Parallel Switch ....5-5 Battery OFF-ON Switches ....5-6 Bilge Pump Special ......5-6 DC Power Distribution ......5-7 Outboard Engine ......5-7 Bilge Pump ........5-8 Helm Station Switch Panel ....5-9 Accessory Fuse Block ....5-10...
  • Page 8 Table of Contents Section 6 - Boat Maintenance Section 6 - Maintenance Specifications ......... 6-1 Bilge Pump ..........6-13 Hull Identification Number ..... 6-2 Off-Season Storage ......6-14 Options ............ 6-3 Outboard ........6-14 Hull Maintenance ........6-3 Batteries ......... 6-14 Washing ...........

  • Page 9: Operator Responsibilities

    Safety Section 1 Operator Responsibilities It is expected by Brunswick Commercial & Govern- ment Products (BCGP) that the personnel authorized to operate this boat are experienced boat handlers familiar with high-performance boating. BCGP cannot predict, nor warn against, every possible hazardous situation related to the operation and maintenance of this boat.

  • Page 10: Personal Flotation Devices

    Section 1 Safety Personal Flotation Devices Personal Flotation Devices (PFDs) are designed to save lives. It is your responsibility to ensure that the boat has a sufficient number of PFDs for your crew. It is your responsibility to ensure that non-swimmers wear PFDs at all times and that everyone wears a PFD during emergencies, special operations, and severe weather.

  • Page 11: Exhaust Emissions

    Safety Section 1 Exhaust Emissions Gasoline-powered engines produce carbon monoxide when they are running. Carbon monoxide is a color- less and odorless gas. It is extremely toxic. Always be aware of operating conditions that might allow carbon monoxide to collect in occupied spaces on your boat.

  • Page 12: Fire Extinguishers

    Section 1 Safety Fire Extinguishers Your boat is equipped with at least two 2¾-pound United States Coast Guard approved Type ABC fire extinguishers. Each extinguisher is UL Rated 1-A:10- BC. This rating indicates that each extinguisher can be used to fight Class A, B, and C fires. These classes include fires involving wood, cloth, gasoline, oil, grease, and live electrical equipment.

  • Page 13: Boat Load Capacities

    Safety Section 1 Boat Load Capacities The United States Coast Guard requires boats less than 20 feet (6 m) to display a capacity plate that indi- cates the maximum number of people and the maxi- mum weight that the boat can support under normal operating conditions.

  • Page 14: Swamping

    Section 1 Safety Swamping Swamping (flooding the interior of the boat) can occur for a number of reasons, including severe weather conditions, improper operation, and improper load- ing. Consider the following: • Know the safe loading limits for this boat under normal conditions.

  • Page 15: Proposition 65 Information

    Safety Section 1 Proposition 65 Information When you received your boat, NMMA hang tag part number NW501-07 was attached to the steering wheel. The distribution of this tag is required by Cali- fornia’s Safe Drinking Water and Toxic Enforce- ment Act of 1986. This hang tag outlines important information about certain chemicals known by the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects.

  • Page 16: Deck Occupancy Chart

    Section 1 Safety Deck Occupancy Chart...
  • Page 17 Safety Section 1 Working Decks: Do not allow passengers on these decks while the boat is underway. These decks can only be used when you are at the dock, mooring, or anchoring. Accommodation Decks: You can allow passengers to move around these decks while the boat is under- way.

  • Page 18: Warning Label Chart

    Section 1 Safety Warning Label Chart 1-10...
  • Page 19 Safety Section 1 1 1017078 Do Not Stand 2 1950698 Rotating Propellers 3 1016518 Steering Effort 4 1811368 Carbon Monoxide 5 1974618 U.S. EPA Compliant 6 2025461 NMMA Capacity Plate 7 1795087 Proposition 65 Tag 8 1817722 Customer Information Tag 9 1016922 Battery Terminals 0 1811367...
  • Page 20 Operator Notes 1-12...

  • Page 21: Pre-Operation Checklist

    Boat Operation Section 2 Pre-operation Checklist Review all the items on this checklist each time you prepare for a mission. Resolve any issues before you begin your mission. ❑ Drain plug installed in hull ❑ Hull in seaworthy condition ❑ Check regional weather advisories ❑...

  • Page 22: Ignition Shutoff Switch

    Section 2 Boat Operation Ignition Shutoff Switch Your boat is equipped with one ignition shutoff switch. The ignition shutoff switch is located on the control console face. The ignition shutoff switch is designed to shut off the outboard engine if you move away from the helm sta- tion by accident, either by falling down or by being ejected from the helm seat.
  • Page 23 Boat Operation Section 2 Understand this important information about your ignition shutoff switch: • It is your responsibility to decide when to attach the switch lanyard, but we strongly recommend that you use the shutoff switch anytime you are operating the boat. •...

  • Page 24: Main Engine Key Switch

    Section 2 Boat Operation Main Engine Key Switch Your boat is equipped with one main engine key switch. The key switch is located on the control con- sole face. The key switch controls the starting, run- ning, and stopping of the outboard engine. The key switch also controls the operation of certain engine accessory systems.
  • Page 25 Boat Operation Section 2 To START the outboard engine, the control lever must be in the NEUTRAL position. The ignition shutoff switch clip and lanyard must be attached to the shutoff switch. Turn the main engine key switch to the ON position and then to the START position.

  • Page 26: Battery Parallel Switch

    Section 2 Boat Operation Battery Parallel Switch Your boat is equipped with an emergency battery par- allel switch. The switch is located on the control con- sole face. You can use the emergency battery parallel switch to connect the house battery and the engine starting battery in parallel if the outboard engine will not start due to low battery voltage.

  • Page 27: Starting Procedure

    Boat Operation Section 2 Starting Procedure Use the following checklist each time you start the out- board engine. Additional detailed information about these systems is covered in the engine operator’s manual. ! DANGER Never start or operate the engine when people are in the water near your boat.

  • Page 28: Shift And Throttle Control

    Section 2 Boat Operation Shift and Throttle Control Boat direction, boat speed, and close-quarter maneu- vering are controlled by the single-lever control. The single-lever control includes gear selection, engine speed, and engine trim angle functions. Additional detailed information about your single-lever control is covered in the engine operator’s manual.

  • Page 29: Speed Control

    Boat Operation Section 2 Speed Control • Move the shift lever forward from the FORWARD gear detent to increase engine speed in forward gear. • Move shift lever backward from REVERSE gear detent to increase speed in reverse gear. Engine Trim ! WARNING Certain combinations of engine trim angle, boat operating angle, and boat speed can reduce...
  • Page 30 Section 2 Boat Operation You must determine the correct engine trim adjust- ments through experimentation or experience, based on your mission loads and operating conditions. • Your single-lever control has an engine trim switch located on the control lever. • The trim switch moves the outboard engine through its trim range to change general boat operating angle.

  • Page 31: Engine Gauges

    Boat Operation Section 2 Engine Gauges Your boat might be equipped with a number of dash- mounted gauges that display the condition of various engine systems. The gauges power up when the outboard engine igni- tion switch is turned to the ON position. The engine gauges are illuminated for nighttime oper- ation.

  • Page 32: Water Pressure Gauge

    Section 2 Boat Operation Water Pressure Gauge The water pressure gauge displays the pressure in the engine’s cooling system. The gauge’s unit of measure is pounds per square inch (PSI). The water pressure gauge is a good indicator of cool- ing system condition.

  • Page 33: Trim Gauge

    Boat Operation Section 2 Trim Gauge The trim gauge measures the engine’s angle position relative to the boat’s transom. The first 15° of move- ment is the engine’s trim range. The additional engine movement is referred to as the tilt range. Engine movement through the tilt range does not reg- ister on the trim gauge.

  • Page 34: Propeller

    Section 2 Boat Operation Propeller Your outboard engine is equipped with a propeller of a tested size and design to provide best engine and boat performance. Refer to the engine operator’s manual for detailed information about propeller designs and the correct propeller selection method.
  • Page 35 Boat Operation Section 2 Reducing propeller pitch and diameter will increase acceleration and load carrying capability, with a slight decrease in top speed. It will also increase the engine’s full-throttle RPM at a rate of about 150 RPM per inch of pitch change. Increasing propeller pitch...

  • Page 36: Load Distribution

    Section 2 Boat Operation Load Distribution Placement and concentration of non-permanent loads in a boat can affect boat performance and crew safety. Refer to Boat Load Capacities in Section 1 of this manual for additional information. ! WARNING Improper operation, excessive loading, improper load distribution, and mismatching...

  • Page 37: Stopping Procedure

    Boat Operation Section 2 Stopping Procedure Use the following checklist at the end of each mission to verify that the appropriate boat systems are config- ured for a short period of non-use at the dock. If you are not going to use the boat for a long period of time, refer to Off-Season Storage in Section 6.

  • Page 38: Trailer Safety Checklist

    Section 2 Boat Operation Trailer Safety Checklist Use the following safety checklist to verify that your boat, trailer, and towing vehicle are in good condition. Use this checklist each time you prepare for a mission. Resolve any issues before beginning your mission. ❑...

  • Page 39: Safety Warnings

    Fuel Systems Section 3 Safety Warnings ! WARNING Inspect your fuel system and portable gasoline tanks before each mission. Correct the cause of any gasoline leak immediately. Ventilate the area eliminate gasoline vapor before energizing any 12 VDC electrical circuits or starting the outboard engine.

  • Page 40: General Description

    Section 3 Fuel Systems General Description Read and understand all the fuel-related information and warnings in this section and in your outboard engine operator’s manual. Your boat is normally equipped with two 6½-gallon portable gasoline tanks. These portable gasoline tanks are supplied by the original equipment outboard engine manufacturer and are designed specifically for your outboard engine.

  • Page 41: Racor® Gasoline Filter

    Fuel Systems Section 3 ® Racor Gasoline Filter ® Your boat might be equipped with one Racor 320R- RAC-01 gasoline fuel filter. This filter features a water-separating 10-micron filter element, a replace- able spin-on canister, and a clear bowl to help detect water in your fuel.

  • Page 42: Fueling Procedure

    Section 3 Fuel Systems Fueling Procedure Safety Warnings ! DANGER Never fill a portable gasoline tank while it is in the boat. Always have the portable gasoline tank on-shore and connected to an appropriate grounding system before beginning your fueling procedure. ! DANGER A discharge of static electricity can ignite gasoline vapor, causing serious injury, death,...

  • Page 43: Filling Portable Tank

    Fuel Systems Section 3 Filling Portable Tank ! CAUTION Always assume that the tank contents are under pressure when handling or filling the tank. ! WARNING Do not allow any liquid gasoline to enter the boat or accumulate in the bilge. Liquid gasoline is a fire and explosion hazard.

  • Page 44: Contaminated Gasoline

    Section 3 Fuel Systems Contaminated Gasoline Water from condensation and sediment from contami- nated gasoline can collect in your portable gasoline tanks. Contaminated gasoline can damage boat fuel system components, clog the fuel filter, and damage your engine’s fuel system. Your fuel filter inspection and servicing routine is directly related to the quality and quantity of gasoline that you take on-board.

  • Page 45: Blended Fuels

    Fuel Systems Section 3 Blended Fuels ! WARNING The components in your boat fuel system are designed to work with automotive gasoline containing up to 10% ethanol, by volume. Using automotive gasoline with higher concentrations of ethanol will damage boat fuel system components and might cause fuel leaks.
  • Page 46 Section 3 Fuel Systems • If E-10 gasoline absorbs enough moisture, it can suffer phase separation. The ethanol and water mixture will fall out of suspension and collect in the lowest parts of the fuel system. The ethanol and water mixture can damage engines, clog fuel filters, and corrode metal fuel system parts.

  • Page 47: General Description

    Boat Systems Boat Systems Boat Systems Boat Systems Boat Systems Section 4 Section 4 Section 4 Section 4 Section 4 General Description This section contains general theory and functional information about the boat systems. This information is intended to give you an idea about how each boat system is configured and how it should be used.

  • Page 48: Console Layout

    Section 4 Section 4 Section 4 Section 4 Section 4 Boat Systems Boat Systems Boat Systems Boat Systems Boat Systems Console Layout...
  • Page 49 Boat Systems Boat Systems Boat Systems Boat Systems Boat Systems Section 4 Section 4 Section 4 Section 4 Section 4 1 Windshield, acrylic 2 Rail, hand, safety 3 Compass, magnetic 4 Engine instrumentation 5 Helm, steering, mechanical 6 Control, engine, single-lever 7 Button, horn, 12 VDC 8 Panel, LED, battery status 9 Switch, engine, ignition...

  • Page 50: Deck Layout

    Section 4 Section 4 Section 4 Section 4 Section 4 Boat Systems Boat Systems Boat Systems Boat Systems Boat Systems Deck Layout...
  • Page 51 Boat Systems Boat Systems Boat Systems Boat Systems Boat Systems Section 4 Section 4 Section 4 Section 4 Section 4 1 Bow chock assembly 2 Cleat, bow 3 Locker, bow storage 4 Console, control 5 Storage, battery, engine 6 Pilot seat, reversible 7 Tank, portable, gasoline 8 Pump, bilge, 1100 GPH 9 Tow post (optional)

  • Page 52: Steering System

    Section 4 Section 4 Section 4 Section 4 Section 4 Boat Systems Boat Systems Boat Systems Boat Systems Boat Systems Steering System Your boat is normally equipped with a no feedback cable steering system manufactured by Teleflex Marine. Read and understand all the operational, maintenance, and safety information in this manual and in the OEM booklets that came with the system.

  • Page 53: Steering Effort

    Boat Systems Boat Systems Boat Systems Boat Systems Boat Systems Section 4 Section 4 Section 4 Section 4 Section 4 Steering Effort All outboard-powered boats generate external torque loads on the steering system. Engine horsepower, boat speed, propeller type, and engine trim angle com- bine to influence these steering loads.

  • Page 54: Navigation Lights

    Section 4 Section 4 Section 4 Section 4 Section 4 Boat Systems Boat Systems Boat Systems Boat Systems Boat Systems Navigation Lights Your boat is equipped with navigation lights for your safety. Regulations state that all boats, regardless of size, must display navigation lights at night. Your navigation lights let people operating other ves- sels know the approximate size of your boat and the direction your boat is traveling.

  • Page 55: Bilge Pump

    Boat Systems Boat Systems Boat Systems Boat Systems Boat Systems Section 4 Section 4 Section 4 Section 4 Section 4 Bilge Pump Your boat has an 1100 gallon per hour (GPH) bilge pump located in the aft bilge. Pump operation is con- trolled by a rocker switch located on the helm station switch panel and a mechanical float switch located next to the pump.

  • Page 56: Operation

    Section 4 Section 4 Section 4 Section 4 Section 4 Boat Systems Boat Systems Boat Systems Boat Systems Boat Systems Operation The bilge pump is controlled by a two-position rocker switch located on the helm station switch panel. The AUTO switch position supplies power to the mechani- cal float switch so water is pumped anytime it is detected.

  • Page 57: Compass

    Boat Systems Boat Systems Boat Systems Boat Systems Boat Systems Section 4 Section 4 Section 4 Section 4 Section 4 Compass ! WARNING magnetic compasses subject magnetic interference, which can produce errors called deviation. Compass deviation can contribute to inaccurate course plotting and position fixes, placing your crew, your boat, and others at risk.

  • Page 58: Battery Parallel Switch

    Section 4 Section 4 Section 4 Section 4 Section 4 Boat Systems Boat Systems Boat Systems Boat Systems Boat Systems Battery Parallel Switch Your boat is equipped with an emergency battery par- allel switch. The switch is located on the control con- sole face.

  • Page 59: Siren And Strobe Light

    Boat Systems Boat Systems Boat Systems Boat Systems Boat Systems Section 4 Section 4 Section 4 Section 4 Section 4 Siren and Strobe Light ® Your boat might be equipped with a Whelen flush- mount siren and strobe light. The normal mounting location is on the forward side of the console.

  • Page 60: Signal Horn

    Section 4 Section 4 Section 4 Section 4 Section 4 Boat Systems Boat Systems Boat Systems Boat Systems Boat Systems Signal Horn Your boat is equipped with a 12 VDC signal horn. The signal horn is mounted on the forward face of the con- trol console.

  • Page 61: Towing System

    Boat Systems Boat Systems Boat Systems Boat Systems Boat Systems Section 4 Section 4 Section 4 Section 4 Section 4 Towing System Your boat might be equipped with a tow post. Towing another boat requires experience and skill. Always operate any boat within the limits of your experience. If you do not have this experience, ask someone to instruct you or gain experience through experimenta- tion under controlled conditions.

  • Page 62: Being Towed

    Section 4 Section 4 Section 4 Section 4 Section 4 Boat Systems Boat Systems Boat Systems Boat Systems Boat Systems • Keep all crew in both boats clear of the tow rig. • Keep your tow rig clear of your engine and propel- ler.

  • Page 63: General Description

    Electrical Systems Section 5 General Description Your boat is equipped with a 12 Volt Direct Current (12 VDC) electrical system. The 12 VDC electrical system provides power to all DC electrical loads on the boat. The complete 12 VDC electrical system consists of four main power distribution circuits that are elec- trically connected on the negative side of the system.

  • Page 64: Batteries

    Section 5 Electrical Systems Batteries Safety Warnings ! CAUTION Batteries should always be enclosed in the covered battery boxes provided with your boat. The boxes will contain any spilled acid and will protect the battery terminals from damage or shorting due to contact with metal objects. The battery boxes should always be secured using the heavy-duty straps and aluminum trays provided.

  • Page 65: Capacities

    Electrical Systems Section 5 Capacities ® Exide marine heavy-duty 12-volt batteries are nor- mally selected for your boat. One Group 24 1000 marine cranking amp (MCA) battery is provided for engine starting and one Group 27 115 amp hour, deep cycle battery is normally provided for the boat’s electri- cal accessories.

  • Page 66: Charging

    Section 5 Electrical Systems Charging The outboard engine alternator charges the two bat- teries when the engine is running above idle speed. The batteries are charged through a marine-grade bat- tery charge isolator, which allows the outboard engine alternator to charge the starting battery and the house battery.

  • Page 67: Battery Switches

    Electrical Systems Section 5 Battery Switches Battery Parallel Switch Your boat is equipped with an emergency battery par- allel switch. The switch is located on the control con- sole face. You can use the emergency battery parallel switch to connect the house battery and the engine starting battery in parallel if the outboard engine will not start due to low battery voltage.

  • Page 68: Battery Off-On Switches

    Section 5 Electrical Systems Battery OFF-ON Switches Your boat might be equipped with two battery OFF-ON switches that allow you to turn battery power on and off to the outboard engine and to each main 12 VDC power distribution circuit in the boat. The switches are located in the control console, just inside the console door.

  • Page 69: Dc Power Distribution

    Electrical Systems Section 5 DC Power Distribution All DC electrical devices and systems in your boat are controlled and protected by four main 12 VDC power distribution circuits. Outboard Engine Main 12 VDC power circuit 1 of 4 provides power for starting the outboard engine through a battery OFF- ON switch connected to a Group 24 1000 MCA bat- tery.

  • Page 70: Bilge Pump

    Section 5 Electrical Systems Bilge Pump Main 12 VDC power circuit 2 of 4 provides uninter- ruptible power to the bilge pump switch located on the helm station switch panel. The circuit is directly con- nected to the outboard engine battery OFF-ON switch. The connection is made on the battery side of the battery OFF-ON switch and is always powered, regardless of switch position.

  • Page 71: Helm Station Switch Panel

    Electrical Systems Section 5 Helm Station Switch Panel Main 12 VDC power circuit 3 of 4 provides power to the helm station switch panel. The bilge pump switch is located on the helm sta- tion switch panel, but it is not included in this power circuit.

  • Page 72: Accessory Fuse Block

    Section 5 Electrical Systems Accessory Fuse Block Main 12 VDC power circuit 4 of 4 provides power to the accessory fuse block located inside the control console. This circuit is protected by one 60-amp, push button breaker. The 60-amp breaker is located inside the control console within seven inches of the house bat- tery OFF-ON switch.

  • Page 73: Electrical Systems

    Section 5 Electrical Systems Wire Color Chart Black Ground Gray Navigation lights Black/brown Ground, pumps Gray/white Anchor light Black/orange Ground, accessories Gray/black Masthead light Black/green Ground, water level sender Gray/red Remote spotlight Black/blue Ground, lighting Gray/green Strobe light Black/gray Ground, navigation lights Gray/blue Flood lights Black/white...
  • Page 74 Operator Notes 5-12...

  • Page 75: Specifications

    Boat Maintenance Section 6 Specifications Length, overall 15 ft. 5 in. 4,7 m Trailered length, engine tilted 22 ft. 8 in. 6,9 m Trailered height, Alert model 61 in. 155 cm Trailered height, Guardian model 88½ in. 225 cm Beam 78 in.

  • Page 76: Hull Identification Number

    Section 6 Boat Maintenance Hull Identification Number The Hull Identification Number (HIN) is located on the starboard outboard side of the transom. This is the most important form of boat identification and it must be included in all correspon- dence related to your boat. The engine and electronics model and serial numbers are also important when obtaining parts or service for these items.

  • Page 77: Options

    For this reason, many options cannot be added after the boat leaves the factory. If you want to add options or accessories to the boat, you must contact Brunswick Commercial & Govern- ment Products Customer Service Department at 386- 423-2900, for advice.

  • Page 78: Waxing

    Section 6 Boat Maintenance Waxing ! WARNING Gelcoat surfaces are always slippery when wet. Use extreme caution when walking on wet surfaces to avoid slipping or falling. Never wax portions of the boat that have a non-skid pattern. The interior and exterior fiberglass parts of the hull should be waxed a minimum of twice per year to pro- tect the gelcoat from salt, dirt, and ultraviolet degrada- tion.

  • Page 79: Trim Care

    Section 6 Fiberglass repairs should only be done by an experi- enced fiberglass repair facility. If the damage pene- trates the hull, call Brunswick Commercial & Government Products Customer Service Department for the correct repair procedures. The repair must be done following Boston Whaler’s recommendations.

  • Page 80: Cutwater And Chafe Plates

    Section 6 Boat Maintenance Cutwater and Chafe Plates Your boat might be equipped with an optional stainless steel cutwater. This is a plate that protects the keel against debris while underway and possible damage while beaching. Inspect the cutwater several times a year for loose screws, missing screws, and large gaps along the outside edges.

  • Page 81: Storage And Trailers

    Boat Maintenance Section 6 Storage and Trailers Store your boat out of the water when you are not using it to avoid the short-term effects of marine growth and the long-term effects of hydrolysis. Hydro- lysis is the process where moisture can be absorbed by gelcoat and fiberglass over a long period of expo- sure.

  • Page 82: Trailer Setup

    Section 6 Boat Maintenance Trailer Setup...

  • Page 83: Fuel System

    Boat Maintenance Section 6 Fuel System Your boat is normally equipped with two portable gas- oline tanks that require little maintenance. You should visually inspect the fuel tanks and all associated hoses and fittings for leaks or deterioration before each mis- sion.

  • Page 84: Batteries

    Section 6 Boat Maintenance Batteries Safety Warnings ! CAUTION Batteries should always be enclosed in the covered battery boxes provided with your boat. The boxes will contain any spilled acid and will protect the battery terminals from damage or shorting due to contact with metal objects. The battery boxes should always be secured using the heavy-duty straps and aluminum trays provided.

  • Page 85: Capacities

    Boat Maintenance Section 6 Capacities ® Exide marine heavy-duty 12-volt batteries are nor- mally selected for your boat. One Group 24 1000 marine cranking amp (MCA) battery is provided for engine starting and one Group 27 115 amp hour, deep cycle battery is normally provided for the boat’s electri- cal accessories.

  • Page 86: Cleaning

    Section 6 Boat Maintenance Remove the batteries from the boat during cold weather or off-season storage. Always protect the batteries from freezing temperatures. You must not allow your batteries to become com- pletely discharged. As a battery discharges, the active material on both positive and negative plates changes to lead sulfate, causing the plates to become similar in chemical composition.

  • Page 87: Bilge Pump

    Boat Maintenance Section 6 Bilge Pump The bilge pump and float switch are sealed units and do not require any periodic maintenance. Check the bilge regularly to make sure there is no debris or sludge that could foul the float switch or clog the pump.

  • Page 88: Off-Season Storage

    Section 6 Boat Maintenance Off-Season Storage All boat and engine systems must be carefully pre- pared for long periods of non-use. This preparation is particularly important in regions where you experience extreme changes in temperature or where the temper- ature is consistently below freezing. Outboard You must protect your outboard engine from freeze damage and from internal corrosion caused by...

  • Page 89: Fuel System

    Boat Maintenance Section 6 Fuel System You must take appropriate steps to protect your porta- ble gasoline tanks and engine during extended peri- ods of non-use. Situations where fuel isn’t being consumed, and exposure to extreme changes in tem- perature, might cause condensation to accumulate in your portable gasoline tanks.
  • Page 90 Operator Notes 6-16...
  • Page 91 Products Limited Commercial Warranty Brunswick Commercial & Government Products (BCGP) warrants that each Boston Whaler hull manufactured by BCGP will be free from structural defects due to substandard material or workmanship, under conditions of reasonable commercial or government service, for a period of ten years from the date of manufacture. The following stipulations apply to this warranty: ...
  • Page 92 World-class support for World-class boats.

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