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Boston Whaler 270 Outrage 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”
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 A N Y 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:
270 OUTRAGE, BOSTON WHALER®.
MRP #1687665

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  • Page 1 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 A N Y TIME WITHOUT NOTICE, IN THE COLORS, EQUIPMENT, SPECIFICATIONS, MATERIALS AND PRICES OF ALL MODELS, OR TO DISCONTINUE MODELS.
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  • Page 3 Table of Contents...
  • Page 4 Construction Standards “THE MISSION OF BOSTON WHALER IS TO PROVIDE CONSUMERS WITH THE SAFEST, HIGHEST QUALITY, MOST DURABLE BOATS IN THE WORLD”. Hull Identifcation Number Our Hull Servicing your Boston Whaler 1-800-942-5379...

  • Page 5: Specifications And Dimensions

    Note: The T-top shown here is for reference purposes only. Specifications & Dimensions NOTICE Specified measurements are approximations and are subject to variance. NOTICE Exceeding this weight will aff e c t t h e b o s t ’s p e r f o r - mance.
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  • Page 10 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-...
  • Page 12 DANGER Injury and possible death can occur while sitting in areas of the boat that are not designated for seating. Gunwales, sterndeck and portions of the bow should not be used for sitting while underway. Movement of passengers on the deck should be limited to decrease the chances of slipping or falling while underway.

  • Page 13: Label Location

    Label Location ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ DANGER Be aware of your footing while the boat is underway, s l i p p i n g o r f a l l i n g c o u l d r e s u l t i n s e r i o u s i n j u r y o r d e a t h ,...
  • Page 14 Fuel System Fuel Tank DANGER Check for leaks in tubing, connections and hoses. Cor- rect the cause of the leaks and ventilate the area to insure that no fumes remain, prior to energizing any electrical equipment and/or starting the engines. DANGER Fuel Fill Static electricity can ignite gasoline vapors causing...
  • Page 15 Fuel Vent Remote Oil System...

  • Page 16: Static Electricity And The Fuel System

    Static Electricity and the Fuel System...

  • Page 17: Electrical System

    Electrical System DANGER Batteries contain sulfuric acid which is dangerous and can cause serious injury. AVOID contact with skin, eyes and clothing. If contact occurs, immediately flush the a ffected area with large quantities of water and call for medical assistance CAUTION Never use an open flame in the battery storage area.

  • Page 18: Dual Battery Switches

    Dual Battery Switches WARNING Do not operate boat with batteries in parallel, se- rious engine electrical damage may result. WARNING Bilge pump still draws power from the batteries, even if the switches are set to “OFF”. Dual Engine Battery Switch Configuration ○...
  • Page 19 (/(&75,&$/ 6<67(0 270 Outrage Console Wiring...
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  • Page 21: Ignition Shutdown Safety Switch

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  • Page 22 INTERIOR PORT FISH STBD FISH FWD FISH FRESH HORN NAV/ANC FWD. BILGE AFT BILGE LIGHTS BOX PUMP BOX PUMP BOX PUMP WATER WATER LIVEWELL LIVEWELL SPREADER ACC-1 ACC-2 COURTESY LIGHTS PUMP LIGHT LIGHT INTERIOR PORT FISH STBD FISH FWD FISH FRESH HORN NAV/ANC...
  • Page 23 PORT STARBOARD MASTER IGNITION MASTER IGNITION SWITCHED BREAKERS HORN NAV/ANC TRIM TABS STEREO CTSY/INT 12V RECEPTACLE PORT FISHBOX STARBOARD LIGHTS PUMP FISHBOX PUMP FWD FISHBOX WATER RAW WATER LIVEWELL PUMP PUMP PUMP PUMP LIVEWELL SPREADER ACC-1 ACC-2 LIGHT LIGHT UNSWITCHED BREAKERS FWD BILGE AFT BILGE STEREO...

  • Page 24: Volt Accessory Receptacle

    12 Volt Accessory Receptacle NOTICE DO NOT i n s e r t a c i g a r e t t e l i g h t e r i n t o t h i s r e c p t a c l e . Damage to the unit &...

  • Page 25: Navigation Lighting

    Navigation Lighting NOTICE While underway the aft pole light may be obscured by the angle of the hull or by having the canvas top open FWD BILGE HORN NAV/ANC...

  • Page 26: Water System

    Water System NOTICE Be sure to fill the water tank from a source known to provide safe, pure drinking water. NOTICE If you do not use the freshwater system for long peri- ods of time, or only use it seasonally. I t i s reccommended that you follow the disinfecting prac- t i c e b e f o r e u s i n g i t .

  • Page 27: Raw Water

    Raw Water NOTICE The seacock MUST be in the OPEN position. Run- Livewell ning the pump dry may cause damage to the unit. /,9(:(// 6<67(0...

  • Page 29: Bilge Pumps

    Bilge Pumps NOTICE The bilge pump is wired directly to the battery. Be sure that the bilge pump float switch is clear of debris to prevent continuous operation and subsequent dis- charge of the battery. 7DGB@ÃQVHQ...

  • Page 30: Head System

    Head System CAUTION Both intake and discharge seacocks should always be in the closed position when the toilet is not in use. Failure to do so could result in flooding, property dam- age and loss of life. NOTICE This boat is equipped with an optional direct discharge valve.
  • Page 31 Shore side discharge is a preferred method of waste disposal. There are bodies of water where discharge of raw sewage is prohibited.

  • Page 32: Hydraulic Steering Information

    Hydraulic Steering Information 67((5,1* OVERBOARD DISCHARGE OPERATION:...

  • Page 33: Power Steering Information

    Gear Shift & Throttle Control CAUTION Shift controls into NEUTRAL before starting engine. Shift only when engine is at idle. Reversing at high speeds can cause a flooding/swamping due to water being pushed over the transom. NOTICE W ind and sea currents can change how your boat re- sponds while in motion.

  • Page 34: Engine Starting Procedure

    Digital Throttle/Shift (DTS)® Engine Starting Procedure NOTICE T h e g e a r s h i f t / t h r o t t l e c o n t r o l w i l l n o t a l l o w e n g i n e s t a r t - ing if the control levers are in any other position than NEUTRAL.

  • Page 35: Propeller Information

    Propeller Information DANGER Disconnect power by moving the battery switch to the “OFF” position prior to removing the propeller. NOTICE It is advised that you always carry a spare propeller, propeller hardware and propeller wrench on board. Should your propeller become damaged it can be eas- i l y r e p l a c e d .
  • Page 36 Trim Tabs NOTICE It is recommended that you check the level of the fluid in the reservoir before using your boat. USDHÃU67 USDHHDIB PQ@S6UDPI...

  • Page 37: Mooring Points

    Mooring Points DANGER Use only the lifting points specified. Using the cleats for lifting is dangerous and could cause serious injury or death and damage to the boat. WARNING Gelcoat surfaces are slippery when wet. Use ex- treme caution when walking on wet surfaces. Use care when waxing to ensure that walkways are not made dangerously slippery.

  • Page 38: Bottom Painting

    Hull Maintenance Bottom Painting DANGER There are risks and dangers inherent with the use of paints and solvents. Dispose properly of all rags, roll- ers and trays used for painting. Follow all the precau- tions and regulations listed by the manufacturer before and after painting your boats hull.

  • Page 39: Painted Hull Care (Bottom)

    Vinyl Care Painted Hull Care (Bottom) CAUTION Never start or run your outboard (even momentarily) without having water circulating through the cooling water intake holes in the gear case. This will prevent damage to the water pump (running dry) or overheat- ing of the engine.

  • Page 40: Canvas Care & Maintenance

    Canvas Care & Maintenance NOTICE NEVER trailer the boat with the sun-top in the open position. Damage to the frame, canvas and securing straps can occur. Use the protective boot when the sun-top is being trailered or stored. Do not use bleach or solvents to clean the canvas material.
  • Page 41 Trailer(optional) Trailer Safety: Refer to the engine owner’s manual for proper engine support while trailering. DANGER Tie-down straps should never be used by themselves, they are only used to help in keeping the boat secured t o t h e t r a i l e r. Make certain that the safety chain is prop- erly secured to the bow eye.

  • Page 42: Anchoring Information

    Anchoring Information Lowering the Anchor WARNING S WAMPING HAZARD-Anchor from the bow if using one anchor. A small current can make a stern anchored boat unsteady; a heavy current can drag a stern an- chored boat underwater. NOTICE There are a variety of anchors with a variety of uses. Discuss the types with your dealer to find the right type Setting the Anchor for your boat.

  • Page 43: Anchor Windlass (Optional)

    Anchor Windlass (optional) DANGER Always use the anchor windlass switch on the helm first. If operation cannot be made from the helm, use the hand remote located in the anchor locker. I t i s a d - vised that operation of the anchor windlass be done from inside the boat.

  • Page 44: Maintenance Record

    After the scheduled services are performed, fill out the areas below. Maintenance Record Notes...

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