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“The mission of Boston Whaler is to provide consumers with the ® safest, highest quality, most durable boats in the world”...
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WARNING Operating, servicing and maintaining a recreational marine vessel can expose you to chemicals including engine exhaust, carbon monoxide, phthalates, and lead, which are known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. To minimize exposure, avoid breathing exhaust, service your vessel in a well-ventilated area and wear gloves or wash your hands frequently when...
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Welcome to the Boston Whaler family! Congratulations on your purchase of a Boston Whaler boat. For over 50 years now, Boston Whaler has been represented by a select group of the best dealers in the boating industry. Boston Whaler depends on this extremely qualified network of dealers to provide you, our customer, with a truly exceptional boating experience.
And through the years many other demonstrations have proved the toughness and durability of the Boston Whaler hull. And though you may never cut your boat in half, this only goes to show one thing, people whose livelihood and lives depend on boats consistently choose Boston Whaler ®...
PFD Requirement ........ 1-7 History ............iv PFD Classification ........ 1-7 Preface ............ viii Emergency Situations ......1-9 Boston Whaler Limited Manufacturer Medical Emergency ......1-9 Warranty (US and Canada) ......ix Water Rescue ........1-9 Boston Whaler Limited Manufacturer Returning to the victim ...... 1-9 Warranty (Non US or Canada) ....
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Phase Separation ......3-3 Our Hull ..........2-1 Additives .......... 3-3 Hull Identification Number ....2-1 Fuel Filters ........3-3 Servicing Your Boston Whaler ....2-1 Maintenance ........3-4 Manufacturer’s Certification ...... 2-1 Fuel Systems with Portable Tanks ..... 3-4 Certification design Category ....2-3 Storage ..........
Information in this publication is based on the latest product specifications available at the time of printing. Boston Whaler reserves the right to make changes at any time without prior notice. Boston Whaler is not responsible for specification changes to parts or accessories manufactured by other companies.
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2.Three-Year Limited Warranty on Components Manufactured or Installed By Boston Whaler: (not applicable to 13 Super Sport or 16 Super Sport models): Boston Whaler will repair or replace, at its sole discretion, any components manufactured or installed by Boston Whaler that are defective in factory materials and/or...
7) Failure of the owner to use, maintain, or store the Boat as specified in the Boston Whaler owner’s manual; and any other failure to provide reasonable care and maintenance. Normal wear and tear maintenance items are excluded from warranty coverage including but not limited to filters, bulbs, batteries, bungees, wiper blades, anchor rope, trailer finishes, tires, brakes, bearings, and lights.
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Limited Manufacturer Warranty exceed the fair market value of the product as of the date of the owner’s claim. Acceptance of any product returned or any refund provided by Boston Whaler shall not be deemed an admission that the product is defective. Products that are replaced become the property of Boston Whaler.
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The owner must provide Boston Whaler with a reasonable opportunity to repair, and reasonable access to the Boston Whaler Boat for warranty service and the owner shall pay for all related transportation charges and/or travel time. If the owner cannot deliver the product to such a dealer, written notice must be given to Boston Whaler.
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Boat and should be completely familiar with all systems regarding safe operation of this Boat. Personal flotation devices should be worn by each passenger in accordance with U.S. Coast Guard standards and state and federal law. World Headquarters 100 Whaler Way, Edgewater, FL 32141 (386) 428-0057 www.bostonwhaler.com 150 Montauk xiii...
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2. Three-Year Limited Warranty on Components Manufactured or Installed By Boston Whaler (not applicable to 13 Super Sport or 16 Super Sport models): Boston Whaler will repair or replace, at its sole discretion, any components manufactured or installed by Boston Whaler that are defective in factory materials and/or...
7) Failure of the owner to use, maintain, or store the Boat as specified in the Boston Whaler owner’s manual; and any other failure to provide reasonable care and maintenance. Normal wear and tear maintenance items are excluded from warranty coverage including but not limited to filters, bulbs, batteries, bungees, wiper blades, anchor rope, trailer finishes, tires, brakes, bearings and lights.
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Boat for inspection to a Boston Whaler dealer authorized to service the product. If the owner cannot deliver the product to such a dealer, written notice must be given to Boston Whaler. Boston Whaler will then arrange for the inspection and any covered repair and the owner shall pay for all related transportation charges and/ or travel time.
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30 days of purchase. Notwithstanding anything in this Limited Manufacturer Warranty to the contrary, Boston Whaler reserves the right to reject any warranty transfer request for a Boston Whaler Boat that has been damaged, neglected, or otherwise previously excluded from warranty.
• As the SIMW owner, you should however be aware that the Boston Whaler, Inc. may deny you warranty coverage if your spark-ignition marine watercraft or a part has failed due to abuse, neglect, or improper maintenance or unapproved modifications.
(7) Investigating a breach or a contravention of a law, complying with a subpoena, warrant, court order, or as required or otherwise permitted by law. Boston whaler will not sell your personal information or subject you to telemarketing or unsolicited e-mail.
• Contains service and maintenance information. Warranties You must learn to operate this boat as well as read, In addition to the Boston Whaler Limited Warranty ® understand and use this manual. for your boat (See next page), each component and/...
NOTICE Denotes information found in the owner’s manual to call attention to the safe operation Denotes information that is important to know or certain features of this vessel. prior to operation and/or maintenance, but is not hazard related. 150 Montauk...
Fuel tanks-filled (allow for expansion) to go to: “www.boatus.com/foundation” on prevent condensation the internet.) Fuel system-no leaks Bilge pump-operating properly • Get hands-on training on how to operate your Bilge-clean, no leaks boat properly. Float plan-notify person with whom you filed plan 150 Montauk...
At night, turn on the appropriate angle causes reduced visibility, slow down to allow navigation lights and cruise at a reduced speed sufficient time to react if an emergency occurs. that will allow you plenty of time to avoid dangerous situations. 150 Montauk...
At night, turn on the appropriate navigation lights and cruise at a reduced speed that will allow you plenty of time to avoid dangerous situations. 150 Montauk...
- Wrenches, (box, open end, allen & adjustable) area. - Socket set, (metric and U.S.) xtinguisher ocation - Electrical tape & duct tape A storage pocket for the portable fire extinguisher - Hammer is located on the lower starboard side of the center - Spare parts kit, (spark plugs, fuses, etc.) console. 150 Montauk...
The poisoning victim’s skin often turns cherry red. If CO poisoning is suspected, have the victim breath fresh air deeply. If breathing stops, resuscitate. A victim often revives, then relapses because organs are damaged by lack of oxygen. 150 Montauk...
“keyhole” vest with flotation filled head and neck support is also designed to turn a person face up, but the turning action is not as pronounced. Use in calm inland waters or where quick GOOD AIR FLOW rescue is likely. 150 Montauk...
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U.S.Coast Guard or by your National Boating Law be grasped, not worn. Enforcement Agency. The operator is responsible for instructing everyone onboard on their location and use. The best precaution is to wear the PFD at all times while on the boat. 150 Montauk...
In the event of Flooding, Swamping or Capsizing: • STAY TOGETHER • Usually a capsizing will happen quickly and Looding without warning. • Always wear your PFD, or have it within reach. • Use whatever is at hand to signal for help. 150 Montauk 1-10...
• Store pyrotechnic signals in a cool, dry location. An orange or red watertight Outboard engines require propulsion to control the container prominently marked “DISTRESS direction the boat will take. Without propulsion, the SIGNALS” is recommended. 150 Montauk 1-11...
• Check the weather forecast and water • EMERGENCY- conditions before leaving and while underway. “MAYDAY, MAYDAY, MAYDAY,”- used • Wear a Personal Flotation Device, (PFD). when life or vessel is in imminent danger. 150 Montauk 1-12...
Head the bow into the wind with enough power to maintain slow CODE ALPHA FLAG-Blue and white pennant headway. designates boat being used in dive operations. 150 Montauk 1-13...
WARNING are watching the skier must be aware of this fact and be prepared to take appropriate action to avoid injury. Never allow anyone to board or exit your boat from the water when engines are on. 150 Montauk 1-14...
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Use transom tow ring only to pull water skiers. Unless specified by the manufacturer, any other use, such as parasailing, kite flying, towing other boats, etc. may create too much stress on the tow ring, resulting in personal injury and/or equipment damage. 150 Montauk 1-15...
• Captain overboard event turns engine(s) off. being ejected overboard. This would most likely • Captain or passenger overboard event occur as a result of poor operating practices. sounds alarm on the boat and via the app. 150 Montauk 1-16...
If there is much fuel or oil in the bilge, contact a are unfamiliar with, proceed with caution and post knowledgeable marine service to remove it. Never a lookout to watch for hazards. pump contaminated bilge overboard. Help protect your waters. 150 Montauk 1-17...
500 yards of any U.S. Naval vessel. If you need to pass within 100 yards of a U.S. Naval vessel for safe passage, you must contact the U.S. Naval vessel or the Coast Guard escort vessel on VHF-FM channel 16. 150 Montauk 1-18...
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NOTICE PROP 65 HANG TAG ............1795087 WARNING, ROTATING PROP, HELM ......1950698 It is important to replace any damaged or unreadable label. Call your Boston Whaler DECAL, WEAR YOUR LANYARD .........2156485 dealer for replacement labels. DANGER CO TRANSOM ..........1811367 WARNING, ROTATING PROP, TRANSOM ....1903624 MAXIMUM ENGINE WEIGHT 414 LBS/188 KG ...1735925...
SEWAGE DRIVE TILT ROTARY CONTROL SINGLE LEVER LIFT POINT / SLING (WIDTH OF SYMBOL RUNNING LIGHTS PUMP LIFT POINT INDICATES INCREASE) CONTROL LOCATION UNDER POWER WINDSHIELD MAGNETIC ANCHOR HORN ANCHOR LIGHT INTERIOR LIGHT WIPER AND WASHER COMPASS 150 Montauk 1-20...
Servicing Your Boston Whaler When your Whaler requires service or maintenance work, it should be taken to an authorized Boston Whaler dealer. ® To find a Boston Whaler dealer in your area call: ® 1-800-942-5379 (Domestic/International). NO AIR VOIDS HIGH DENSITY CLOSED CELL...
® 45 kW construction standards for small vessels by Transport Canada. Replacement Part No. 2399380 AUSTRALIAN BUILDERS PLATE A CE mark means that your Boston Whaler ® MANUFACTURER: BOSTON WHALER, INC. - USA has been certified with applicable International MODEL:...
8 and significant wave heights up to, The engine on the 150 Montauk has been tested and and including 4 m. proven to be best suited for general use under normal conditions and load.
Optional equipment and loading of the boat will affect the draft measurements. Follow the recommendations listed on your capacity plate regarding the maximum amount of weight your boat can safely carry. Exceeding this weight will affect the boat’s performance. DO NOT Exceed the weights listed on the capacity plate. 150 Montauk...
• Gelcoat surfaces are slippery when wet. Use extreme caution when walking on wet surfaces. • Never occupy the working decks while the boat is underway. • Use care when waxing to ensure that walkways are not made dangerously slippery. 150 Montauk...
NEVER allow passengers to ride in an area (i.e. bow, gunnels, transom, etc.) that will pose a hazard to themselves or the boat. RECOMMENDED SEATING RECOMMENDED ON-PLANE while moored, at idle or at speed under 5 mph LOCATIONS 150 Montauk...
If the through hull fittings need to be replaced, it is recommended that an authorized Boston Whaler dealer perform this type of repair. Through hull fittings that are improperly installed can ® cause premature hull failure and may void the Boston Whaler limited warranty. ® •...
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• Digital Tachometer • Hour Meter Tachometer: Information displayed by the tachometer gauge includes: • E n g i n e B r e a k - i n Time • Water Pressure TROLL TROLL MODE • Fuel Flow 2-10 150 Montauk...
Power Trim Operation The 150 Montauk is equipped with a gear shift/ ATTENTION throttle control unit mounted on the console directly starboard of the steering wheel. The gear shift/throttle...
Your 150 Montauk is equipped with a Teleflex no-feedback steering system. The Teleflex no-feedback steering system has a clutch mechanism Trim Tab Adjustment...
REMOVABLE BOW LIGHT TROLLING MOTOR PLUG REFER TO THE TROLLING MOTOR MANUFACTURER’S TROLLING MOTOR RECEPTACLE MANUAL IN YOUR OWNER’S MANUAL PACKET FOR 12 VOLT ACCESSORY RECEPTACLE COMPLETE INSTRUCTIONS AND WARRANTY. 2-16 150 Montauk...
The effects of ultraviolet light can sometimes be POSITION. reduced by chemical treatment of canvas items. Consult your Boston Whaler® dealer or check with Allow the canvas to completely air-dry. After each your owner’s manual before using any chemical use especially in salt water areas, rinse the canvas treatments on your canvas.
In general, changing to a lower pitch propeller will The engine on your 150 Montauk has been equipped increase acceleration and load pulling capability, with a propeller which our tests have shown to be with a slight decrease in top end speed.
• Keep someone at the helm of the towed vessel to steer. • Keep lines clear of propellers on both boats. • Keep hands and feet clear of the other boat. BOW TOW EYE • NEVER hold a towline after it is pulled taut. 2-19 150 Montauk...
DO NOT place slings where Docking they may lift on underwater fittings. Your 150 Montauk has (3) 8 inch cleats, One at the CAUTION bow and two located at the stern, one port and one starboard. The cleats are used to secure the boat to Long term lifting with the bow and stern eyes the dock while loading/unloading or mooring.
A properly matched trailer hitch ball and coupler is important. Ensure the coupler and the hitch ball are If a trailer is not provided by Boston Whaler, then the the same size and properly seated and locked. following design considerations must be followed to not void your structural hull warranty: REFER TO THE MANUFACTURER’S MANUAL IN...
Do not rely on power trim/tilt system or tilt support lever on the outboard to maintain proper ground outboard support device. Consult a Boston Whaler clearance for trailering. The outboard tilt support dealer for engine support recommendations.
BILGE PUMP (1100 GPH/4164 LPH) the water surface. A common violation is bilge BILGE ACCESS COVER discharge. Violators are subject to severe penalties and may also be responsible for the cost of clean up, which can be substantial. 150 Montauk...
NOTICE Fuel tanks should never be filled to capacity. Allow 2% for expansion. The 150 Montauk is equipped for a gasoline fuel system. There is a 12 Gal. (45.4 L) removable portable fuel tank located under the reversible pilot seat. Straps are used to secure the tank to the deck.
Fuel system on this vessel complies with all Your Boston Whaler dealer will have recommendations applicable ABYC standards. Fueling station regarding filters that meet Mercury’s specifications.
• Open vent valve Depress the center knob until pressure is relieved from the fuel tank. by turning counter DANGER clockwise 360 degrees. Always disconnect fuel line from engine or portable fuel tank when not in use. 150 Montauk...
The gear shift/throttle control levers will not “THROTTLE ONLY“ allow engine starting if the control levers are button while moving in any other position than NEUTRAL. the control handle ahead to the forward • Turn the battery switch position. “ON”. 150 Montauk...
CAUTION Stopping the Engine • Be sure that the gear NEVER turn the battery switch to the “OFF” position while the engine is running. Equipment shift and throttle damage will occur. control handle is in the NEUTRAL position 150 Montauk...
INSTRUCTIONS, INFORMATION AND WARRANTY. Example: Anchoring The 150 Montauk is equipped with an anchor storage Rode length = (3 feet + 10 feet) X 7* compartment located in the bow of the boat. Because there are a variety of anchors, with a variety of uses,...
Setting the Anchor There is no best way to set an anchor. Experiment to see how it performs. One method is to turn the rode around a bit or a cleat and slowly pay out as the boat 150 Montauk...
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Section 3 • Systems & Components Overview & Operation THIS PAGE INTENTIONALLY LEFT BLANK 3-10 150 Montauk...
DANGER DC Electrical System Batteries contain sulfuric acid which is The electrical system on the 150 Montauk is powered dangerous and can cause serious injury. by one (1) battery. The battery is charged by the AVOID contact with skin, eyes and clothing. If engine when the engine is running.
NEVER reset a breaker without first determining NAV/ANC ......3 AMP and correcting the cause of the trip. Should MAIN BILGE ....6 AMP a circuit repeatedly trip, have a qualified ACCESSORY ....4 AMP electrician determine and correct the cause. 150 Montauk...
M O T O R MANUFACTURER’S MANUAL IN YOUR OWNER’S If equipped with a battery switch, you will need MANUAL PACKET FOR COMPLETE INSTRUCTIONS, to stop the engine before moving the switch to INFORMATION AND WARRANTY. the “OFF” position. 150 Montauk...
There is a risk of electrical shock. Always boat. The schematic was generated by technicians in have a qualified marine electrician install any system upgrades that are not already installed the Boston Whaler Engineering Department and are ® on your boat. There are a variety of wiring for reference and to be used by service technicians.
Only use solvents in a well ventilated area and keep all solvents away from open flame and any Check with your Boston Whaler dealer for ® other forms of ignition. recommendations on a compatible rubbing compound...
(although the latter is a very use the wide fan nozzle only and move the spray rare occurrence). The studies seemed to point toward head in a continuous motion. Do not concentrate 150 Montauk...
Prevention Following is an abbreviated section on painting your There are a variety of ways to prevent the formation hull bottom. Your Boston Whaler dealer should have ® of hull blistering. Epoxy coatings can be applied information on properly painting your boat’s hull or...
Areas which have been torn or are affected by heavy recommendations for application. abrasion will have to have the damaged section replaced. Please see your Boston Whaler dealer for ® Make sure that there is enough paint left to cover this type of repair.
NOT across them. Saltwater, salt residue, dirt and ultra-violet rays will Crevice corrosion, a brownish coloring which occurs take their toll on vinyl products causing them to lose where two pieces of stainless hardware meet is 150 Montauk...
To prevent mildew, keep reduced by chemical treatment of canvas items. the vinyl dry and make sure that moisture does not accumulate between the cushions. Consult your Boston Whaler dealer or check your ® Cleaning Your Instrument Gauges canvas manufacturer’s manual BEFORE using any...
• Use your bare hand, with plenty of water, to feel and dislodge any stuck-on dirt or foreign • NEVER varnish teak surfaces. The varnish particles. will not stick because of the natural oils in 150 Montauk...
• Check all connections and tighten if necessary. • Flush the engine with fresh water using flush • Spray all connections with an anti-corrosion muffs or a similar device attached to the raw spray. water pickup. 150 Montauk...
Remove any valuables or anything that can be easily Persons who have any questions regarding recycling removed from the boat such as electronics, lines, antifreeze or other toxic fluids should write or call PFDs, fenders, cushions, etc. and store at home. their state’s EPA office. 150 Montauk...
Heavy Drill & Tap Penske Fiberglass reinforced composite board Light Self-tapping screws * In all cases it is recommended to drill and countersink a pilot hole to prevent damage to the gelcoat surface. **Also known as Whaleboard 150 Montauk 5-10...
Section 5 • Care & Maintenance Fill out the log below after scheduled service or maintenance is performed. MAINTENANCE LOG ENGINE SERVICED DATE HOURS MAINTENANCE PERFORMED NOTES 150 Montauk 5-12...
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