Boston Whaler 180 Dauntless Owner's Manual
Boston Whaler 180 Dauntless Owner's Manual

Boston Whaler 180 Dauntless Owner's Manual

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"The mission of Boston Whaler
is
®
to provide consumers with the
safest, highest quality, most durable
boats in the world"
Rev E 10/11/05
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:
180 DAUNTLESS, BOSTON WHALER
®
. MRP #1808098

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April 25, 2025

How do I figure bout if a breaker has tripped

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Mr. Anderson
May 13, 2025

To determine if a breaker has tripped on a Boston Whaler 180 Dauntless, check the breaker panel for any breaker that has moved to the "off" position or is not aligned with the others. If a circuit repeatedly trips, do not reset it without finding and fixing the cause. Have a qualified electrician inspect it if needed.

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Summary of Contents for Boston Whaler 180 Dauntless

  • Page 1 Rev E 10/11/05 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.
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    If this is your first boat, or you are changing to a type of boat you are not familiar with, for your own comfort and safety, please ensure that you obtain handling and operating experience before “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: Construction Standards

    180 Dauntless - 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.
  • Page 5: Section 2-General Arrangement & Specifications

    180 Dauntless - Owner’s Manual Note: The canvas top shown here is for reference purposes only. 7’2” 5’0” 12” 21’11” 18’6” 8’0” Specifications & Dimensions NOTICE Overall Length 18’6” 5.63 m Trailerable Length 21’11” 6.70 m Specified measurements are approximations and are Bridge Clearance 7’2”...
  • Page 6: Standard Features

    180 Dauntless - Owner’s Manual 180 Dauntless Standard Features Bow Navigation Lights Stainless Steel Bow Rail 8” Cleats, (2 bow, 2 stern) Anchor Locker w/ Drain & Lifting Eye Heavy Duty Rub Rail Console Mounted Rod Holders (4) Self Bailing Cockpit...
  • Page 7: Notable Options

    180 Dauntless - Owner’s Manual Notable Options ® 135 XL DTS Mercury Verado 4-Stroke w/DTS ® 150 XL DTS Mercury Verado 4-Stroke w/DTS ® 150 XL Opti-Max Motor,w/ SmartCraft Deluxe Stainless Steel Forward Side Rails Striping & Graphics, (Red or Blue)
  • Page 8: Standard/Optional Seating

    180 Dauntless - Owner’s Manual 180 Dauntless Standard/Optional Seating DANGER Reversible pilot seat The aft foldaway seat in this view, is shown in the closed Full width foldaway stern seat and locked position. While in this position it can be used 54 Qt.(51.1L) cooler seat w/ cushion and backrest...
  • Page 9: Through-Hull Fittings

    If the through hull fittings need to be replaced, it is to be in place before the boat goes into the water. recommended that an authorized Boston Whaler ® Any fitting that will be underwater needs to be dealer perform this type of repair. Through hull fit-...
  • Page 10: Label Locations

    180 Dauntless - Owner’s Manual Label Locations DANGER CO TRANSOM DANGER CO TRANSOM 1811367 1811367 STICKER, SAFETY CANADIAN CAP BW180DA-06 STICKER, SAFETY CANADIAN CAP BW180DA-06 1746016 1746016 530LB/240KG 530LB/240KG 1811928 1811928 CAUTION, REMOVE SKI PYLON CAUTION, REMOVE SKI PYLON 1752493...
  • Page 11: Section 3-Fuel System

    Fuel Fill The 180 Dauntless fuel fill is located on the port side gunwale; it is marked “GAS” and is opened by use of a special key found in the owner’s packet. It is recommended that you follow all instructions regarding the filling of fuel tanks.
  • Page 12: Hoses & Fittings

    180 Dauntless - Owner’s Manual Static Electricity and the Fuel System There is a danger that static electricity can ignite gaso- HOSES AND FITTINGS: line vapors that have not been ventilated outside an Hoses and fittings should be inspected at least every enclosed area.
  • Page 13: Remote Oil System, (Optional)

    3-Gal. (11.3 L) ground; never on-board the boat. Remote oil tank Remote Oil System The 180 Dauntless may be equipped with a remote oil system *. This system consists of a single 3- supply Gal.(11.3L) reservoir tank and hoses which contain to engine and meter lubricating oil to the engine.
  • Page 14: Electrical System

    Battery Information The most life shortening experience for the battery is to be drained to zero charge before recharging. Your 180 Dauntless is equipped with When a battery discharges, the active material on both an electrical system that provides positive and negative plates converts to lead sulfate,...
  • Page 15: Battery Options

    180 Dauntless - Owner’s Manual 12 Volt Accessory Receptacle Battery maintenance should include: Your 180 Dauntless is equipped with a 12 volt ac- cessory receptacle located on the instrument panel. • Inspect the battery and charging system be- It is a DC (cigarette lighter) style receptacle to be fore each use for loose connections or wiring.
  • Page 16: Navigation Lighting

    Red lights are used on the port side of the boat, green is used on the starboard. The 180 Dauntless has a 52 inch, 360° removable stern light. When not in use it can be stowed under the aft foldaway seat on two clips located on the aft bulkhead.
  • Page 17: Electrical Diagram

    This owner’s manual contains schematics for your boat. These electrical schematics were generated by technicians in our Engineering Department and are for reference and to be used by service technicians. Boston Whaler® does not recommend that you attempt to work on ELECTRICAL...
  • Page 18: Breaker Panel Box

    180 Dauntless - Owner’s Manual 180 Dauntless Breaker Panel Box 5 Amp breaker for the NAV/ANC switch 5 Amp breaker for the HORN switch HORN CTSY LT 10 Amp breaker for the COURTESY LIGHT switch 10 Amp breaker for the12 V ACCES-...
  • Page 19: Instrument Panel

    180 Dauntless - Owner’s Manual TROLL TROLL TROLL TROLL MODE MODE HORN BILGE NAV/ANC CTSY LT STEREO ACC-1 ACC-2 LIVEWELL %"6/5-&44 9 10 11 12 13 Instrument Panel, Smartcraft Deluxe Nav/Anchor light Multi-System Engine Tachometer & Display Courtesy light Multi-System Engine Speedometer & Display...
  • Page 20: Trolling Motor

    180 Dauntless - Owner’s Manual Trolling Motor been reinforced with Phenolic to allow for securing The 180 Dauntless can be equipped with an optional trolling motor panel and wiring. This option is part the trolling motor base. The phenolic material can be drilled and tapped to hold machine screws.
  • Page 21: Section 5-Bilge System

    180 Dauntless - Owner’s Manual Bilge Pump Livewell (Standard) The 180 Dauntless is equipped with a livewell that NOTICE is located under hatch on the aft port side of the The bilge pump is wired directly to the battery. Be sure sterndeck.
  • Page 22: Livewell (Optional)

    180 Dauntless - Owner’s Manual Livewell, (optional) Raw Water NOTICE NOTICE The seacock MUST be in the OPEN position. Run- The seacock MUST be in the OPEN position. Run- ning the pump dry may cause damage to the unit. ning the pump dry may cause damage to the unit.
  • Page 23: Section 6-Propulsion System

    If you choose to change propellers, the type should be dis- cussed with your Boston Whaler® dealer. Check your propeller before each excursion. It should be free of any deformities. If possible, always carry an extra propeller and propeller nut kit.
  • Page 24: Gear Shift/Throttle Control

    180 Dauntless - Owner’s Manual Gear Shift & Throttle Control The 180 Dauntless is equipped with been moved back to its center position (you will hear a gear shift/throttle control unit and feel a click when it is engaged). SINGLE LEVER...
  • Page 25: Steering Information (Standard)

    There is a bolt on the underside center of the tab; out warning. loosen the bolt prior to adjustment. Your 180 Dauntless is equipped with If boat veers to the right, (hands off), move the aft a teleflex no-feedback steering sys- end of the tab to the right.
  • Page 26: Steering Information (Optional)

    Do not cover cracks in the steering cable or fittings with tape or other sealants.This will create a hazard in which the cable can fail suddenly without warning. Your 180 Dauntless can be equipped with a Teleflex, hydraulic steering system. The hydraulic steering sys-...
  • Page 27: Trim Tabs (Optional)

    Fluid reservoir Trim tab switches Hydraulic ram NOTICE Trim tab plate It is recommended that you check the level of the fluid Trim tab zinc in the reservoir before using your boat. Section 7 - Getting to know your Boston Whaler...
  • Page 28: Mooring Points

    This knot is will hold fast and is simple to release when needed. Lifting cable From (make loop and Boat rotate before pulling Stern eye over the horn) From Boat From Boat see diagram (pull tight to complete the belaying knot) Section 7 - Getting to know your Boston Whaler...
  • Page 29: Hull Maintenance

    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 30: Painted Hull Care (Bottom)

    180 Dauntless - Owner’s Manual Vinyl Cushion Care Your cushions on the 180 Dauntless 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 31: Long Term Storage

    Use care when raising the trailer. The surface should be level and conditioned to ac- Section 7 - Getting to know your Boston Whaler...
  • Page 32: Canvas Care & Maintenance

    All canvas should be rolled or folded when dry and in proper working order. If you have stubborn clean- stored in a clean dry place. Use the protective canvas ing cases call your Boston Whaler® dealer for proper boot for storage at all times. cleaning procedures.
  • Page 33: Trailer (Optional)

    180 Dauntless - Owner’s Manual Trailer (Optional) Tie-down straps can be used to secure the boat from Your 180 Dauntless has the option of being fitted the stern. The tie-down straps hook into the tie-down with a galvanized trailer. This trailer is best suited loops on the trailer frame to the lifting eyes on the for your boats length and width.
  • Page 34: Section 8-Anchoring Information

    Setting the Anchor type for your boat. There is no best way to set an anchor. Experiment to The 180 Dauntless 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 35: Maintenance Log & Notes

    180 Dauntless - Owner’s Manual After the scheduled services are performed, fill out the areas below. Maintenance Record Engine Serviced Maintenance Performed Date Hours Notes Section 9 - Maintenance Log & Notes...
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