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Revision A - 07/18/06
INFORMATION IN THIS PUBLICATION IS BASED ON THE LATEST PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS AVAILABLE AT PRINTING, BOSTON WHALER
®
BOATS, INC. RESERVES THE RIGHT
TO MAKE CHANGES AT ANY TIME WITHOUT NOTICE, IN THE COLORS, EQUIPMENT, SPECIFICATIONS, MATERIALS AND PRICES OF ALL MODELS, OR TO DISCONTINUE MODELS.
SHOULD CHANGES OR MODIFICATIONS TO THE MODELS BE MADE BOSTON WHALER
®
IS NOT OBLIGATED TO MAKE SIMILAR CHANGES OR MODIFICATIONS TO MODELS
SOLD PRIOR TO THE DATE OF SUCH CHANGES. THE FOLLOWING ARE REGISTERED TRADEMARKS OF THE BRUNSWICK CORPORATION:
255 CONQUEST, BOSTON WHALER
®
. MRP #1839962
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- Page 1 Revision A - 07/18/06 INFORMATION IN THIS PUBLICATION IS BASED ON THE LATEST PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS AVAILABLE AT PRINTING, BOSTON WHALER ® BOATS, INC. RESERVES THE RIGHT TO MAKE CHANGES AT ANY TIME WITHOUT NOTICE, IN THE COLORS, EQUIPMENT, SPECIFICATIONS, MATERIALS AND PRICES OF ALL MODELS, OR TO DISCONTINUE MODELS.
- Page 2 Boston Whalers are built to last. For over 40 years Boston Whaler® has strived to make each model better, providing you with a safe and fun boating experience. That is the reason we offer a 10 year limited transfer- able warranty.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
“assuming command” of your boat. Your Boston Whaler® dealer or local Yacht Club will be pleased to advise you of marine safety classes and safe boating classes in your area. -
Page 4: Section 1-255 Conquest
Structural Hull Defect in material or workmanship which is reported within five (5) years (60 months) from the date of the first retail purchase of the Boston Whaler Boat. The “Hull” shall mean the single fiberglass molded shell and integral structural components. - Page 5 The new owner must fill out and send in a Boston Whaler warranty transfer form, accessible from www.whaler.com, a copy of the bill of sale, and a $50.00 fee to Boston Whaler, 100 Whaler Way, Edgewater, Florida 32141, within 30 days of purchase.
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Page 6: Construction Standards
255 Conquest-Owner’s Manual Construction Standards “THE MISSION OF BOSTON WHALER IS TO PROVIDE CONSUMERS WITH THE SAFEST, HIGHEST QUALITY, MOST DURABLE BOATS IN THE WORLD”. We are dedicated to creating a superior product providing you with comfort, performance, safety and dependability. All... -
Page 7: Specifications & Dimensions
255 Conquest-Owner’s Manual Note: The hard-top shown here is for reference purposes only. 9’5” 7’3” 16” 31’0” 26’11” 8’9” 24’8” Specifications & Dimensions NOTICE Overall Length 26’11” 8.20 Specified measurements are approximations and are Trailerable Length 31’0” 9.44 subject to variance. -
Page 8: Standard Features
255 Conquest-Owner’s Manual 255 Conquest Standard Features Bow pulpit w/ roller Heavy duty rub rail 8” cleat bow (2), stern (2), spring (2) Stainless steel bow rail Forward seating area w/ cushion Opening hatch w/ screen Aluminum framed windshield Lockable cabin door Companion seating w/ cushion &... - Page 9 255 Conquest-Owner’s Manual 255 Conquest Standard Features (Cont’d) Rodholder, Port and Starboard Cabin Porta-Potti w/ Deck Pump-out Molded Footrest In-Deck Storage, Forward 150 Gal. (567L) Fuel Tank Cockpit Rodholders w/ Toerail, Port & Starboard Battery Switches Battery Boxes, Port & Starboard VRO Tank, 3 gal.
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Page 10: Notable Options
255 Conquest-Owner’s Manual Notable Options Canvas Sun-top, Red or Blue Metal, Tubular Frame Canvas, Forward Visor Canvas, Aft Drop Curtain Canvas, Side Surtain, Port & Starboard Anchor Windlass Radial Outriggers, Port & Starboard Hard-top Electronics Box Hard-top Hard-top, Forward Visor... - Page 11 255 Conquest-Owner’s Manual Notable Options, (Cont’d) AM/FM Stereo w/ CD 2 Speakers in Cabin, 2 in Cockpit VacuFlush® Head System, (holding tank,dock- side pump-out w/ overboard discharge). Tackle Drawer, Port/Starboard Cockpit Coaming Bolsters Raw Water Washdown Connection Gunwale Mounted Rodholders, Port/Starboard Livewell w/ Light &...
- Page 12 255 Conquest-Owner’s Manual Notable Options, (Cont’d) ® Sirius Satellite Radio Antenna GPS Antenna Northstar 4KW Radar** VHF Radio Antenna Northstar 6000i (GPS, Chartplotter, Fishfinder) Northstar NS3300 Autopilot** Navman VHF Radio Windlass Control Pad Stereo Remote MP3 Player Receptacle * Antenna placement if hardtop option is not chosen.
- Page 13 255 Conquest-Owner’s Manual 255 Conquest Storage Starboard V-berth storage Cabin rod rack, starboard Forward V-berth storage Cabin rod racks, port Port V-berth storage Port side panel storage Starboard side panel storage Aft cockpit mechanical storage Port in-deck insulated fishbox Under seat storage w/ drain...
- Page 14 255 Conquest-Owner’s Manual 255 Conquest Standard Seating Companion seat w/ cushion & slide Aft facing seat, port Aft foldaway seat Aft facing seat, starboard Helm seat w/ cushion & slide Forward seating area Port cabin seating w/ cushion & storage under Forward cabin seating w/ cushion &...
- Page 15 If the through hull fittings need to be replaced, it is Garboard drain plugs and fishbox drain plugs need recommended that an authorized Boston Whaler ® to be in place before the boat goes into the water. dealer perform this type of repair. Through hull fit-...
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Page 16: Deck Occupancy 1
255 Conquest-Owner’s Manual Deck Occupancy Working deck: This area is intended for occupation ONLY while mooring, anchoring, loading/unloading or when the boat is at rest. NEVER operate the engine while loading or unloading swimmers/divers from the swim plat- form/ladder. Accomodation deck: This area of the boat is inside the cockpit and includes helm seating. - Page 17 Warning, Fuel Storage ..........1691003 It is important to replace any damaged or Warning, Fuel Hazard ..........995704 unreadable label. Call your Boston Whaler dealer for replacement labels. Warning, CO Cabin ..........1812911 Warning, Running Boat with Door Open ....1743548...
- Page 18 AVOID ENGINE DAMAGE Oil level must not rise above top of tank. MRP# 1799311 NOTICE It is important to replace any damaged or unreadable label. Call your Boston Whaler Replacement dealer for replacement labels. Part No. Warning, Overboard Discharge ......1745156 Warning, Do Not Occupy Seat@ Over 5 MPH ..
- Page 19 VIOLATORS ARE SUBJECT TO PENALTIES. MRP# 1745156 MRP# 1745514 NOTICE It is important to replace any damaged or unreadable label. Call your Boston Whaler Replacement dealer for replacement labels. Part No. Caution, Injury to Hands & Feet ......1836858 Caution, Fishwell Drain .......... 1743504 Warning, Transom Door .........
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Page 20: Section 3-Fuel System
Fuel Fill CAUTION The 255 Conquest fuel fill is located in the port side of the gunwale, it is marked “GAS”, and is opened Use of improper gasolines can damage your engine seri- by use of a special key that is included with the ously. -
Page 21: Empty Tank 1
Keeping the tank filled will reduce the chance of this occurance; since the residue will most The 255 Conquest is equipped with a remote oil sys- likely settle to the bottom of the tank. Monitor the tem. This system consists of a single 3- Gal.(11.3L) fuel level often to prevent this from happening. -
Page 22: Static Electricity And The Fuel System 2
255 Conquest-Owner’s Manual Static Electricity and the Fuel System Ethanol-Blended Fuel There is a danger that static electricity can ignite gaso- Ethanol is an oxygenated hydrocarbon compound that line vapors that have not been ventilated outside an has a high octane rating and therefore is useful in enclosed area. - Page 23 255 Conquest-Owner’s Manual PHASE SEPARATION Example of Phase Separation Humidity and condensation create water in your fuel Fig. 3.7.1 tank which can adversly effect the ethanol blended fuel. A condition called phase separation can occur if water is drawn into the fuel beyond the saturation point.
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Page 24: Section 4-Electrical System
• Inspect each battery and charging system be- Battery Information fore use; for loose connections or wiring. Your 255 Conquest is equipped with • Coat the terminals with dielectric grease. an electrical system that provides • Keep the batteries dry. -
Page 25: Dual Battery Switches 2
255 Conquest-Owner’s Manual Dual Battery Switches Your 255 Conquest uses a pair of battery selector Batteries “Battery 1” switches to control delivery of DC power from two “ALL” Selection batteries. The battery switches are located on the Selection starboard bulkhead in the aft cockpit compartment. -
Page 26: Volt Accessory Receptacle 2
255 Conquest-Owner’s Manual 12 Volt Accessory Receptacle Dual Engine Installation Your 255 Conquest is equipped with a 12 volt acces- sory receptacle located on the side pocket switch panel. It is a DC (cigarette lighter) style receptacle to be used with any 12 volt accessories using this type of plug. -
Page 27: Console Wiring Diagram 2
Boston Whaler® does not recommend that you attempt to work on the electrical ELECTRICAL system yourself, instead we suggest that you take it to an authorized Boston Whaler® dealer for SYSTEM electrical service. Boston Whaler® reserves the right to change or update the electrical system on any model at any time without notice to the consumer and is not obligated to make any updates to units built prior to the changes. -
Page 28: Hull Wiring Diagram 2
255 Conquest-Owner’s Manual 255 Conquest Hull Wiring Battery Switch Wiring Diagram Section 4 - Electrical System... - Page 29 255 Conquest-Owner’s Manual 255 Conquest-Side Pocket- Switch Panel Switch panel 5 Amp breaker for HORN Switch panel 5 Amp breaker for WIPER location 10 Amp breaker for ACC-1 5 Amp breaker for NAV/ANC 5 Amp breaker for CTSY 5 Amp breaker for CABIN...
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Page 30: Single Engine Gauge Panel 2
255 Conquest-Owner’s Manual 255 Conquest Gauge Panels Single Engine Gauge Panel Dual Engine Gauge Panel Verado 4-Stroke Engine Gauge Panel Multi-System Tachometer Multi-System Speedometer Air Temperature Sensor Port Engine Multi-System Tachometer Starboard Engine Multi-System Tachometer ® SmartCraft System View Section 4 - Electrical System... -
Page 31: System View Monitor 2
255 Conquest-Owner’s Manual Multi-System Tachometer Display Screen: Press the Mode button to change the display screen settings. Hold the button down for 2 seconds to reverse the display order rotation. Use the + or - pad to make adjustments to the various functions. -
Page 32: Navigation Lighting 3
Your 255 Conquest comes equipped with navigation tion. lighting for your safety. Regulations state that all The 255 Conquest is equipped with an ignition shut- boats no matter the size must display navigation down safety switch. It is located on the lower port lights. -
Page 33: Section 5-Freshwater System
The freshwater pump will need to be activated to Your 255 Conquest is fitted with a provide pressure to the faucet. The faucet has a con- 20 Gal.(76L) fresh water tank. -
Page 34: Maintenance 3
255 Conquest-Owner’s Manual Raw Water (Optional) MAINTENANCE: NOTICE Very little maintenance is required for the freshwa- The seacock MUST be in the OPEN position. Running ter system, other than annual disinfecting and win- the pump dry may cause damage to the unit. -
Page 35: Section 7-Livewell System
255 Conquest-Owner’s Manual Livewell (Standard) Bilge Pump The 255 Conquest is equipped with a livewell bucket NOTICE that is located under the hatch on the aft port side of The bilge pump is wired directly to the battery. Be sure the sterndeck. -
Page 36: Section 8-Waste System
It is important that you close your mac- This boat is equipped with an optional direct discharge valve. Discharging of sewage directly overboard is for erator discharge seacock on the 255 Conquest prior use where approved only. to using the shoreside discharge function. -
Page 37: Maintenance 3
255 Conquest-Owner’s Manual MAINTENANCE: ENVIRONMENTAL CONSIDERATIONS: The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) standards After long periods of non-use, the macerator pump state that in freshwater lakes, reservoirs, impoundments may not turn freely. Regular use of the system will whose inlets or outlets are such as to prevent the ingress reduce the chances of this occuring. -
Page 38: Section 9-Propulsion System
If you choose to “OFF” position prior to removing the propeller. change propellers, the type should be discussed with your Boston Whaler® dealer. All propellers are de- NOTICE signed to provide maximum forward thrust, so the It is advised that you always carry a spare propeller, reverse thrust of the propeller will not be as efficient. -
Page 39: Hydraulic Steering Information 3
Visually inspect all hoses and fittings Verado engine option. for wear and damage. Your 255 Conquest is equipped with a Teleflex, hydraulic steering system. The hydraulic steering system con- sists of:... -
Page 40: Gear Shift/Throttle Control 3
Digital Throttle/Shift (DTS)® Your 255 Conquest has the option of using a state of the art “drive-by-wire”gear shift and throttle control system. The Digital Throttle/Shift (DTS)® is the lat- est technology in recreational boating. -
Page 41: Power Trim Operation 3
This STARTING: also allows for ideal boat angle (in relation to the The ignition keyswitch on the 255 Conquest has three water surface) for a given load and water condition. settings: OFF-RUN-START. In most cases, best all-round performance is obtained... -
Page 42: Section 10-Getting To Know Your Boston Whaler
When the boat is out of the water you should inspect the planes and hinges for marine growths; remove as neccessary. Section 10 - Getting to know your Boston Whaler... -
Page 43: Mooring Points 4
Bow eye From Boat (make loop and rotate before pulling over the horn) From Lifting Boat cable From Boat see diagram Stern eye (pull tight to complete the belaying knot) Section 10 - Getting to know your Boston Whaler... -
Page 44: Hull Maintenance 4
If blisters are present in the hull; prior to waxing. Check with your Boston Whaler ® they need to be properly cleaned and dried out be- dealer on a compatible rubbing compound for your fore any barrier protection can be applied. -
Page 45: Painted Hull Care
255 Conquest-Owner’s Manual Vinyl Cushion Care Your cushions on the 255 Conquest are made of a Make sure that there is enough paint left to cover durable vinyl material called OMNOVA and is pro- areas that were not accessible, (slings, jackstands etc.) tected by a finish called PreFixx. -
Page 46: Engine 4
If you have stubborn clean- and after charging. Grease both terminals and bolts on ing cases call your Boston Whaler® dealer for proper the cable ends. cleaning procedures. -
Page 47: Trailer 4
Trailer Tie-down straps can be used to secure the boat from Your 255 Conquest has the option of being fitted with the stern. The tie-down straps hook into the tie-down a galvanized trailer. This trailer is best suited for your loops on the trailer frame to the lifting eyes on the boats length and width. -
Page 48: Section 11-Anchoring Information
Setting the Anchor for your boat. There is no best way to set an anchor. Experiment to The 255 Conquest is equipped with an see how it performs. One method is to turn the rode anchor storage compartment located in around a bitt or a cleat and slowly pay out as the boat the bow of the boat. -
Page 49: Section 12-Maintenance Log & Notes
255 Conquest-Owner’s Manual After the scheduled services are performed, fill out the areas below. Maintenance Record E n g i n e Serviced Maintenance Performed D a t e H o u r s Notes Section 12 - Maintenance Log & Notes... - Page 50 THIS PAGE LEFT INTENTIONALLY BLANK...
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