Certifi Cation Design Category; Power Capacity - Boston Whaler 230 dauntless User Manual

Certifi cation Design Category
A (Ocean): Designed for extended voyages
where conditions may exceed wind force 8 on the
Beaufort scale (47 mph and above) and signifi cant
wave heights of 4 meters (13.12 feet) and above, and
vessels largely self-suffi cient.
B (Offshore): Designed for offshore voyages where
conditions up to, and including, wind force 8 (39-
46 mph) and signifi cant wave heights up to, and
including 4 meters (13.12 feet) may be
experienced.
C (Inshore): Designed for voyages in coastal
waters, large bays, estuaries, lakes and rivers
where conditions up to, and including, wind force
6 (25-31 mph) and significant wave heights up
to, and including, 2 meters (6.56 feet) may be
experienced.
D (Sheltered waters): Designed for voyages on
small lakes, rivers and canals where conditions up
to, and including, wind force 4 (13-18 mph) and
signifi cant wave heights up to, and including, 0.5
meters (1.64 feet) may be experienced.
The signifi cant wave height is considered to be the
primary factor for determining design category. Other
parameters (e.g. meteorological) are descriptions of
when these wave heights may be expected to occur.
Refer to page 1-11 for weather information.
NOTICE
Your 230 Dauntless is design category C
230 Dauntless
Section 2 • General Information

Power Capacity

The certifi cation plate, as well as "Specifi cations
& Dimensions" on the following page has the
maximum rated power listed for your boat. DO NOT
EXCEED THIS RATING.The various engine types
offered today are more powerful and require constant
maintenance to stay at optimal performance. It is
required of the owner/operator to read all information
regarding safety features, warning notices and
maintenance schedules for continued safe operation
of the engine.
The engine on the 230 Dauntless has been tested and
proven to be best suited for general use under normal
conditions and load.
If you are re-powering your Boston Whaler
should pay particular attention to the maximum/
minimum horsepower and maximum safe engine
weight load for which your boat is rated.
NOTICE
The 230 Dauntless is designed for a maximum
outboard engine weight of 700 LBS (317 kg).
WARNING
!
• DO NOT Exceed the maximum engine power
rating stated on the certifi cation plate.
• Use caution while accelerating. Make sure
passengers are safely seated in designated
areas of the boat and all gear is stowed
securely.
NOTICE
Always adjust the speed and direction of the
craft to the varying sea conditions.
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