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- Page 1 Operation & Maintenance Manual Boston Whaler ® ® 19 Guardian Series © 2013 Brunswick Commercial & Government Products. All Rights Reserved. 420 Megan Avenue Edgewater Florida 32132 USA...
- Page 2 Warranty Information When you see a safety information box in this manual, carefully read the message before Read the Brunswick Commercial & Gov- you proceed. Take these safety warnings ernment Products limited commercial war- seriously and be alert to the possibility of ranty statement located on the inside rear property damage, serious injury, or death.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents Section 1 - Safety Operator Responsibilities ......1-1 Giving Assistance ........1-1 Personal Flotation Devices ....1-2 Exhaust Emissions .........1-3 Fire Extinguishers ........1-4 Fires ............1-4 Severe Weather ........1-5 EPIRB ............1-5 Boat Load Capacities ......1-6 Capsizing ..........1-6 Swamping ..........1-7 Diving Operations ........1-7 Dive/Rescue Door ........1-8 Proposition 65 Information ....1-9 Deck Occupancy Chart ......1-10... - Page 4 Table of Contents Section 2 - Boat Operation Pre-operation Checklist ......2-1 Boat Trim Tabs ........2-21 Ignition Shutoff Switch ......2-2 Operation ........2-22 Main Engine Key Switch ......2-4 Stopping Procedure ......2-23 Battery Parallel Switch ......2-6 Trailering ..........
- Page 5 Table of Contents Section 3 - Fuel System Safety Warnings ........3-1 Vent Hose Replacement ....... 3-15 General Description ........3-2 Removal ......... 3-15 Fuel System Diagram ......3-4 Installation ........3-15 Racor® Gasoline Filter ......3-7 Contaminated Gasoline ....... 3-16 Fuel Gauge and Sending Unit ....3-8 Blended Fuels ........
- Page 6 Table of Contents Section 4 - Boat Systems General Description ....... 4-1 Battery Parallel Switch ......4-18 Console Layout ........4-2 T-top Combination Light ...... 4-19 Deck Layout ..........4-4 Cockpit Lighting ........4-19 Steering System ........4-6 Siren and Strobe Light ......4-20 Operation ..........
- Page 7 Table of Contents Section 5 - Electrical Systems General Description ........5-1 DC Circuit Distribution ......5-17 Batteries ...........5-2 Helm Station Switch Panel ... 5-17 Safety Warnings .......5-2 Accessory Fuse Block ....5-19 Capacities .........5-3 T-top Fuse Block ......5-19 Maintenance ........5-3 Electronics Distribution Panel ..
- Page 8 Table of Contents Section 6 - Boat Maintenance Section 6 - Maintenance Specifications ......... 6-1 Bilge Pump ..........6-15 Hull Identification Number ..... 6-2 Trim Tabs ..........6-15 Options ............ 6-3 Off-Season Storage ......6-16 Hull Maintenance ........6-3 Outboard ........6-16 Washing ...........
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Page 9: Operator Responsibilities
Safety Section 1 Operator Responsibilities It is expected by Brunswick Commercial & Govern- ment Products (BCGP) that the personnel authorized to operate this boat are experienced boat handlers familiar with high-performance boating. BCGP cannot predict, nor warn against, every possible hazardous situation related to the operation and maintenance of this boat. -
Page 10: Personal Flotation Devices
Section 1 Safety Personal Flotation Devices Personal Flotation Devices (PFDs) are designed to save lives. It is your responsibility to ensure that the boat has a sufficient number of PFDs for your crew. It is your responsibility to ensure that non-swimmers wear PFDs at all times and that everyone wears a PFD during emergencies, special operations, and severe weather. -
Page 11: Exhaust Emissions
Safety Section 1 Exhaust Emissions Gasoline-powered engines produce carbon monoxide when they are running. Carbon monoxide is a color- less and odorless gas. It is extremely toxic. Always be aware of operating conditions that might allow carbon monoxide to collect in occupied spaces on your boat. -
Page 12: Fire Extinguishers
Section 1 Safety Fire Extinguishers Your boat is equipped with at least two 2¾-pound United States Coast Guard approved Type ABC fire extinguishers. Each extinguisher is UL Rated 1-A:10- BC. This rating indicates that each extinguisher can be used to fight Class A, B, and C fires. These classes include fires involving wood, cloth, gasoline, oil, grease, and live electrical equipment. -
Page 13: Severe Weather
Safety Section 1 Severe Weather Take these general safety precautions if you must operate your boat in severe weather conditions: • Review the condition and operation of all safety and communication gear • Have everyone wear personal floatation devices • Use your ignition shutoff clip and lanyard •... -
Page 14: Boat Load Capacities
Section 1 Safety Boat Load Capacities The United States Coast Guard requires boats less than 20 feet (6 m) to display a capacity plate that indi- cates the maximum number of people and the maxi- mum weight that the boat can support under normal operating conditions. -
Page 15: Swamping
Safety Section 1 Swamping Swamping (flooding the interior of the boat) can occur for a number of reasons, including severe weather conditions, improper operation, and improper load- ing. Consider the following: • Know the safe loading limits for this boat under normal conditions. -
Page 16: Dive/Rescue Door
Operating a Boston Whaler when the dive/rescue door is out requires experience and a high level of skill. Always operate any boat within the limits of your expe- rience. -
Page 17: Proposition 65 Information
Safety Section 1 Proposition 65 Information The following information is included in this manual as recommended by California’s Safe Drinking Water and Toxic Enforcement Act of 1986, amended through Proposition 65. ! WARNING A wide variety of components used on this boat contains or emits chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects, and other reproductive harm. -
Page 18: Deck Occupancy Chart
Section 1 Safety Deck Occupancy Chart 1-10... - Page 19 Safety Section 1 Working Decks: Do not allow passengers on these decks while the boat is underway. These decks can only be used when you are at the dock, mooring, or anchoring. Accommodation Decks: You can allow passengers to move around these decks while the boat is underway.
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Page 20: Warning Label Chart
Section 1 Safety Warning Label Chart 1-12... - Page 21 Safety Section 1 1 1017078 Do Not Stand 2 1017136 Hi-performance Boat 3 1950698 Rotating Propellers 4 1016518 Steering Effort 5 2090315 Dive/Rescue Door 6 1016534 Fuel Tank Readings 7 1811368 Carbon Monoxide 8 1974618 U.S. EPA Compliant 9 1817722 Customer Information Tag 0 2025462 NMMA Capacity Plate...
- Page 22 Operator Notes 1-14...
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Page 23: Pre-Operation Checklist
Boat Operation Section 2 Pre-operation Checklist Review all the items on this checklist each time you prepare for a mission. Resolve any issues before you begin your mission. ❑ Drain plug installed in hull ❑ Submit mission plan to officer-in-charge ❑... -
Page 24: Ignition Shutoff Switch
Section 2 Boat Operation Ignition Shutoff Switch Your boat is equipped with one ignition shutoff switch. The ignition shutoff switch is located on the control console face. The ignition shutoff switch is designed to shut off the outboard engine if you move away from the helm sta- tion by accident, either by falling down or by being ejected from the helm seat. - Page 25 Boat Operation Section 2 Understand this important information about your ignition shutoff switch: • It is your responsibility to decide when to attach the switch lanyard, but we strongly recommend that you use the shutoff switch anytime you are operating the boat. •...
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Page 26: Main Engine Key Switch
Section 2 Boat Operation Main Engine Key Switch Your boat is equipped with one main engine key switch. The key switch is located on the control con- sole face. The key switch controls the starting, run- ning, and stopping of the outboard engine. The key switch also controls the operation of certain engine accessory systems. - Page 27 Boat Operation Section 2 To START the outboard engine, the control lever must be in the NEUTRAL position. The ignition shutoff switch clip and lanyard must be attached to the shutoff switch. Turn the main engine key switch to the ON position and then to the START position.
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Page 28: Battery Parallel Switch
Section 2 Boat Operation Battery Parallel Switch Your boat is equipped with an emergency battery par- allel switch. The switch is located on the control con- sole face. You can use the emergency battery parallel switch to connect the house battery and the engine starting battery in parallel if the outboard engine will not start due to low battery voltage. -
Page 29: Starting Procedure
Boat Operation Section 2 Starting Procedure Use the following checklist each time you start the out- board engine. Additional detailed information about these systems is covered in the engine operator’s manual. ! DANGER Never start or operate the engine when people are in the water near your boat. -
Page 30: Shift And Throttle Control
Section 2 Boat Operation Shift and Throttle Control Boat direction, boat speed, and close-quarter maneu- vering are controlled by the single-lever control. The single-lever control includes gear selection, engine speed, and engine trim angle functions. Additional detailed information about your single-lever control is covered in the engine operator’s manual. -
Page 31: Speed Control
Boat Operation Section 2 Speed Control • Move the shift lever forward from the FORWARD gear detent to increase engine speed in forward gear. • Move shift lever backward from REVERSE gear detent to increase speed in reverse gear. Engine Trim ! WARNING Certain combinations of engine trim angle, boat operating angle, and boat speed can reduce... - Page 32 Section 2 Boat Operation You must determine the correct engine trim adjust- ments through experimentation or experience, based on your mission loads and operating conditions. • Your single-lever control has an engine trim switch located on the control lever. • The trim switch moves the outboard engine through its trim range to change general boat operating angle.
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Page 33: Engine Gauges
Boat Operation Section 2 Engine Gauges Your boat might be equipped with a number of dash- mounted gauges that display the condition of various engine systems. The gauges power up when the outboard engine igni- tion switch is turned to the ON position. The engine gauges are illuminated for nighttime oper- ation. -
Page 34: Hour Meter
Section 2 Boat Operation Hour Meter The hour meter records cumulative hours of engine operation. The hour meter powers up when the engine ignition switch is turned to the ON position. Always turn the engine ignition switch to the OFF posi- tion when the engine is secured from service. -
Page 35: Water Pressure Gauge
Boat Operation Section 2 Water Pressure Gauge The water pressure gauge displays the pressure in the engine’s cooling system. The gauge’s unit of measure is pounds per square inch (PSI). The water pressure gauge is a good indicator of cool- ing system condition. -
Page 36: Trim Gauge
Section 2 Boat Operation Trim Gauge The trim gauge measures the engine’s angle position relative to the boat’s transom. The first 15° of move- ment is the engine’s trim range. The additional engine movement is referred to as the tilt range. Engine movement through the tilt range does not reg- ister on the trim gauge. -
Page 37: Smartcraft Vessel View® System
Boat Operation Section 2 ® SmartCraft Vessel View System Your boat might be equipped with Mercury Marine’s SmartCraft Vessel View boat and engine information system. The Vessel View color LCD display is mounted on the control console, directly above the steering wheel. -
Page 38: Propellers
Section 2 Boat Operation Propellers Your outboard engine is equipped with a propeller of a tested size and design to provide best engine and boat performance. Refer to the engine operator’s manual for detailed information about propeller designs and the correct propeller selection method. - Page 39 Boat Operation Section 2 Reducing propeller pitch and diameter will increase acceleration and load carrying capability, with a slight decrease in top speed. It will also increase the engine’s full-throttle RPM at a rate of about 150 RPM per inch of pitch change. Increasing propeller pitch...
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Page 40: Maneuvering
Section 2 Boat Operation Maneuvering Maneuvering this boat requires experience and a high level of skill. Always operate any boat within the limits of your experience. If you do not have this experience, ask someone to instruct you or gain experience through experimentation under controlled conditions. - Page 41 Boat Operation Section 2 Above idle speed in FORWARD, you can control boat direction with the steering wheel: • Turn the steering wheel in a counter-clockwise direction to turn to port. • Turn the steering wheel in a clockwise direction to turn to starboard.
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Page 42: Load Distribution
Section 2 Boat Operation Load Distribution Placement and concentration of non-permanent loads in a boat can affect boat performance and crew safety. Refer to Boat Load Capacities in Section 1 of this manual for additional information. ! WARNING Improper operation, excessive loading, improper load distribution, and mismatching... -
Page 43: Boat Trim Tabs
Boat Operation Section 2 Boat Trim Tabs ® Your boat is equipped with Lenco electro-mechanical trim tabs. The trim tab control switches and LED indi- cator lights are located on the control console face. Using the boat trim tabs properly requires experience and skill. -
Page 44: Operation
Section 2 Boat Operation Operation The trim tab switch panel is labeled and wired to make tab operation simple. When operating the trim switches, think of how you want the bow of the boat to move to properly trim the boat. To lower the port side of the bow, push the left switch forward. -
Page 45: Stopping Procedure
Boat Operation Section 2 Stopping Procedure Use the following checklist at the end of each mission to verify that the appropriate boat systems are config- ured for a short period of non-use at the dock. If you are not going to use the boat for a long period of time, refer to Off-Season Storage in Section 6. -
Page 46: Trailering
Section 2 Boat Operation Trailering If Boston Whaler supplied the trailer for your boat, it is designed specifically for your boat and it is commer- cial-grade. The trailer construction is heavy-duty and it exceeds the capacity requirements for your boat. - Page 47 Boat Operation Section 2 If you supplied the trailer for your boat, you must verify that the trailer’s design is adequate for your boat. Review these guidelines when evaluating a customer- supplied trailer: • The trailer’s net carrying capacity must exceed the weight of the boat in its fully-loaded condition •...
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Page 48: Safety Checklist
Section 2 Boat Operation Safety Checklist Use the following safety checklist to verify that your boat, trailer, and towing vehicle are in good condition. Use this checklist each time you prepare for a mission. Resolve any issues before beginning your mission. ❑... -
Page 49: Towing
Boat Operation Section 2 Towing ! WARNING Tow vehicle GCWR must exceed the combined weights of your tow vehicle, boat, and trailer. Overloading the tow vehicle is unsafe and could cause loss of vehicle control. Towing your boat on a trailer requires experience and skill. -
Page 50: Backing
Section 2 Boat Operation Backing Backing a trailer requires experience and skill. Always operate a towing vehicle within the limits of your expe- rience. If you do not have this experience, ask some- one to instruct you or gain experience through experimentation under controlled conditions. -
Page 51: Lifting And Slinging
Boat Operation Section 2 Lifting and Slinging Safety Warnings ! WARNING Verify that the lifting equipment, spreader bars, slings, attaching hardware professionally certified to a working load of at least 4300 pounds (1950 kg) with a safety factor of five. Failure of any lifting component could cause extensive damage to the boat, serious injury, or death. -
Page 52: Gunwale Lifting Eyes
4300 pounds (1950 kg) with a safety factor of five. Your boat might have been shipped with a Boston Whaler lifting sling set that meets all manufacturer requirements for lifting this boat. -
Page 53: Safety Warnings
Fuel Systems Section 3 Safety Warnings ! WARNING Inspect your fuel system and fuel tank before each mission. Correct the cause of any gasoline leak immediately. Ventilate the area to eliminate gasoline vapor before energizing any 12 VDC electrical circuits or starting the outboard engine. -
Page 54: General Description
Section 3 Fuel Systems General Description Read and understand all the fuel-related information and warnings in this section and in your outboard engine operator’s manual. Your boat is equipped with a built-in gasoline fuel sys- tem. The fuel system includes a single, centerline fuel tank. - Page 55 Fuel Systems Section 3 The fuel tank fill cap is located in the engine splash- well. The fill cap is labeled GAS. The fuel fill cap and fill hose are equipped with a flow-control valve that will not allow liquid gasoline to escape from the fill cap dur- ing normal fueling operations.
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Page 56: Fuel System Diagram
Section 3 Fuel Systems Fuel System Diagram... - Page 57 Fuel Systems Section 3 1 Valve, fluid level vent 2 Valve, grade level vent 3 Label, manufacturer compliance 4 Sender, fuel level 5 Tank, gasoline, 54 gallons (204 liters) 6 Hose, fuel vent 7 Valve, grade level vent 8 Valve, fuel shutoff (2) 9 Hose, fuel distribution, USCG A1 0 Valve, flow control A Vent, fuel tank...
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Page 59: Racor® Gasoline Filter
Fuel Systems Section 3 ® Racor Gasoline Filter ® Your boat might be equipped with one Racor 320R- RAC-01 gasoline fuel filter. This filter features a water-separating 10-micron filter element, a replace- able spin-on canister, and a clear bowl to help detect water in your fuel. -
Page 60: Fuel Gauge And Sending Unit
Section 3 Fuel Systems Fuel Gauge and Sending Unit The fuel tank has a sending unit that sends fuel level information to the electric fuel level gauge installed on the control console. The fuel level sender is an ISSPRO unit. The sending unit is fully electronic and compatible with Mercury Marine’s SmartCraft gauge system. -
Page 61: Fill And Vent Locations
Fuel Systems Section 3 Fill and Vent Locations The Fuel System Diagram in this section shows loca- tions of the fuel tank, fuel fill, fuel tank vent, fuel level sending unit, fuel withdrawal tubes, fuel shutoff valves, fuel filter, and certain emission system components. The fuel tank fill cap is located in the engine splash- well. -
Page 62: Bonding System
Section 3 Fuel Systems Bonding System A green #8 awg insulated copper wire forms a com- mon bond among the fuel tank, the fuel fill assembly, and the bonding plate on the hull. Maintenance Check the bonding system periodically to assure that the wire and connections are not broken or damaged. -
Page 63: Fueling Procedures
Fuel Systems Section 3 Fueling Procedures Safety Warnings ! DANGER Gasoline vapor is extremely flammable and highly explosive under certain conditions. Always stop the engine and never smoke or allow open flames or sparks within 50 feet (15 meters) of the fueling area when refueling. ! DANGER A discharge of static electricity can ignite gasoline vapor, causing serious injury, death,... -
Page 64: Static Electricity
Section 3 Fuel Systems Static Electricity A discharge of static electricity can ignite gasoline vapor that has accumulated during the fueling pro- cess. Use extreme caution when fueling your boat under unusual circumstances such as when the boat is suspended in a boatlift. Your boat has important safety features and systems that can be defeated by not following standard fueling practices. -
Page 65: General Guidelines
Fuel Systems Section 3 General Guidelines Also follow these important guidelines during fuel- ing operations: ! WARNING This fuel system is not designed to support an automatic “hands free” fuel nozzle. Never use an automatic fuel nozzle to fill this tank and never leave a fueling process unattended. -
Page 66: Hose Routing
Section 3 Fuel Systems Hose Routing The Fuel System Diagram in this section shows loca- tions of the fuel tank, fuel fill, fuel tank vent, fuel level sending unit, fuel withdrawal tubes, fuel shutoff valves, fuel filter, and certain emission system components. Fill Hose Replacement Removal Loosen the two hose clamps and remove the hose... -
Page 67: Vent Hose Replacement
Fuel Systems Section 3 Vent Hose Replacement Removal Your fuel tank is vented at the engine splashwell. Loosen the two hose clamps and remove the hose from the elbow at the fuel tank. Remove the clamps from the hose. Loosen the two hose clamps and remove the hose from the vent fitting. -
Page 68: Contaminated Gasoline
Section 3 Fuel Systems Contaminated Gasoline Water from condensation and sediment from contami- nated gasoline can collect in your fuel tank. Contami- nated gasoline can damage boat fuel system components, corrode the fuel tank, clog the fuel filter, and damage your engine’s fuel system. Your fuel filter inspection and servicing routine is directly related to the quality and quantity of gasoline that you take on-board. -
Page 69: Blended Fuels
Fuel Systems Section 3 Blended Fuels ! WARNING The components in your boat fuel system are designed to work with automotive gasoline containing up to 10% ethanol, by volume. Using automotive gasoline with higher concentrations of ethanol will damage boat fuel system components and might cause fuel leaks. - Page 70 Section 3 Fuel Systems • If E-10 gasoline absorbs enough moisture, it can suffer phase separation. The ethanol and water mixture will fall out of suspension and collect in the lowest parts of the fuel system. The ethanol and water mixture can damage engines, clog fuel filters, and corrode metal fuel system parts.
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Page 71: General Description
Boat Systems Boat Systems Boat Systems Boat Systems Boat Systems Section 4 Section 4 Section 4 Section 4 Section 4 General Description This section contains general theory and functional information about the boat systems. This information is intended to give you an idea about how each boat system is configured and how it should be used. -
Page 72: Console Layout
Section 4 Section 4 Section 4 Section 4 Section 4 Boat Systems Boat Systems Boat Systems Boat Systems Boat Systems Console Layout... - Page 73 Boat Systems Boat Systems Boat Systems Boat Systems Boat Systems Section 4 Section 4 Section 4 Section 4 Section 4 1 Windshield, acrylic 2 Rail, hand, safety 3 Compass, magnetic 4 Engine instrumentation 5 Sensor, ambient temperature, Verado 6 Outlet, accessory, 12 VDC 7 Helm, steering, hydraulic 8 Control, engine, single-lever 9 Button, horn, 12 VDC...
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Page 74: Deck Layout
Section 4 Section 4 Section 4 Section 4 Section 4 Boat Systems Boat Systems Boat Systems Boat Systems Boat Systems Deck Layout... - Page 75 Boat Systems Boat Systems Boat Systems Boat Systems Boat Systems Section 4 Section 4 Section 4 Section 4 Section 4 1 Bow chock assembly 2 Belaying eye, anchor rode 3 Cleat, bow 4 Locker, bow storage 5 Console, control 6 Storage, batteries, engine & house 7 Plate, access, fuel level sender 8 Cover, fuel tank 9 Leaning post...
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Page 76: Steering System
Section 4 Section 4 Section 4 Section 4 Section 4 Boat Systems Boat Systems Boat Systems Boat Systems Boat Systems Steering System The steering system installed in your boat is a Teleflex Sea Star II hydraulic system. This is a manually oper- ated, closed-loop hydraulic system requiring no electri- cal pumps or motors. -
Page 77: Operation
Boat Systems Boat Systems Boat Systems Boat Systems Boat Systems Section 4 Section 4 Section 4 Section 4 Section 4 Hydraulic fluid is added to the system through a fill port in the helm pump while air is purged through bleeder tees on the steering cylinder. -
Page 78: Going Astern
Section 4 Section 4 Section 4 Section 4 Section 4 Boat Systems Boat Systems Boat Systems Boat Systems Boat Systems Going Astern The steering system has less effect while backing up the boat. The stern moves to starboard when the steering wheel is turned clockwise. -
Page 79: Steering System Diagram
Boat Systems Boat Systems Boat Systems Boat Systems Boat Systems Section 4 Section 4 Section 4 Section 4 Section 4 Steering System Diagram 1 Engine 2 Tiller Arm 3 Hydraulic Cylinder 4 Steering Wheel 5 Fill Port 6 Helm Pump 7 Console 8 Hydraulic Hoses... -
Page 80: Navigation Lights
Section 4 Section 4 Section 4 Section 4 Section 4 Boat Systems Boat Systems Boat Systems Boat Systems Boat Systems Navigation Lights Your boat is equipped with navigation lights for your safety. Regulations state that all boats, regardless of size, must display navigation lights at night. Your navigation lights let people operating other ves- sels know the approximate size of your boat and the direction your boat is traveling. -
Page 81: Bilge Pump
Boat Systems Boat Systems Boat Systems Boat Systems Boat Systems Section 4 Section 4 Section 4 Section 4 Section 4 Bilge Pump The bilge pump power circuit is wired directly to the battery side of the engine battery OFF-ON switch. The bilge pump system has an uninterruptible supply of power that is not affected by the position of the engine battery OFF-ON switch. -
Page 82: Operation
Section 4 Section 4 Section 4 Section 4 Section 4 Boat Systems Boat Systems Boat Systems Boat Systems Boat Systems Operation The bilge pump is controlled by a two-position rocker switch located on the helm station switch panel. The AUTO switch position supplies power to the mechani- cal float switch so water is pumped anytime it is detected. -
Page 83: Trim Tabs
Boat Systems Boat Systems Boat Systems Boat Systems Boat Systems Section 4 Section 4 Section 4 Section 4 Section 4 Trim Tabs ® Your boat is equipped with Lenco electro-mechanical trim tabs. The trim tab system consists of four major components. -
Page 84: Trim Tab Control Box
Section 4 Section 4 Section 4 Section 4 Section 4 Boat Systems Boat Systems Boat Systems Boat Systems Boat Systems Trim Tab Control Box The trim tab control box, located inside the control console, operates on power supplied through the accessory fuse block. -
Page 85: Proper Boat Trim
Boat Systems Boat Systems Boat Systems Boat Systems Boat Systems Section 4 Section 4 Section 4 Section 4 Section 4 Proper Boat Trim All boats “break over” or get on plane at a particular speed. This speed is determined by load distribution, water conditions, and other factors. -
Page 86: Trim Tabs And Engine
Section 4 Section 4 Section 4 Section 4 Section 4 Boat Systems Boat Systems Boat Systems Boat Systems Boat Systems Trim Tabs and Engine Adjusting the trim tabs in conjunction with the trim function of your outboard engine will give you increased power, speed, and maneuverability. -
Page 87: Compass
Boat Systems Boat Systems Boat Systems Boat Systems Boat Systems Section 4 Section 4 Section 4 Section 4 Section 4 Compass !WARNING magnetic compasses subject magnetic interference, which can produce errors called deviation. Compass deviation can contribute to inaccurate course plotting and position fixes, placing your crew, your boat, and others at risk. -
Page 88: Battery Parallel Switch
Section 4 Section 4 Section 4 Section 4 Section 4 Boat Systems Boat Systems Boat Systems Boat Systems Boat Systems Battery Parallel Switch Your boat is equipped with an emergency battery par- allel switch. The switch is located on the control con- sole face. -
Page 89: T-Top Combination Light
Boat Systems Boat Systems Boat Systems Boat Systems Boat Systems Section 4 Section 4 Section 4 Section 4 Section 4 T-top Combination Light If your boat is equipped with a T-top, you have a com- bination red/white light fixture above the helm area. Operation of the red/white light is controlled by its black bezel. -
Page 90: Siren And Strobe Light
Section 4 Section 4 Section 4 Section 4 Section 4 Boat Systems Boat Systems Boat Systems Boat Systems Boat Systems Siren and Strobe Light ® Your boat might be equipped with a Whelen flush- mount siren and strobe light. The normal mounting location is on the forward side of the console. -
Page 91: Signal Horn
Boat Systems Boat Systems Boat Systems Boat Systems Boat Systems Section 4 Section 4 Section 4 Section 4 Section 4 Signal Horn Your boat is equipped with a 12 VDC signal horn. The signal horn is mounted on the forward face of the con- trol console. -
Page 92: Towing System
Section 4 Section 4 Section 4 Section 4 Section 4 Boat Systems Boat Systems Boat Systems Boat Systems Boat Systems Towing System Your boat might be equipped with a tow post. Towing another boat requires experience and skill. Always operate any boat within the limits of your experience. If you do not have this experience, ask someone to instruct you or gain experience through experimenta- tion under controlled conditions. -
Page 93: Being Towed
Boat Systems Boat Systems Boat Systems Boat Systems Boat Systems Section 4 Section 4 Section 4 Section 4 Section 4 • Keep all crew in both boats clear of the tow rig. • Keep your tow rig clear of your engine and propel- ler. -
Page 94: Swimmer's Ladder
Section 4 Section 4 Section 4 Section 4 Section 4 Boat Systems Boat Systems Boat Systems Boat Systems Boat Systems Swimmer’s Ladder Your boat might be equipped with a swimmer’s ladder and boarding platform. The boarding platform is per- manently attached to the port transom. •... -
Page 95: General Description
Electrical Systems Section 5 General Description Your boat is equipped with a 12 Volt Direct Current (12 VDC) electrical system. The 12 VDC electrical system provides power to all DC electrical loads on the boat. The complete 12 VDC electrical system consists of six main power distribution circuits that are electrically connected on the negative side of the system. -
Page 96: Batteries
Section 5 Electrical Systems Batteries Safety Warnings ! CAUTION Batteries should always be enclosed in the covered battery boxes provided with your boat. The boxes will contain any spilled acid and will protect the battery terminals from damage or shorting due to contact with metal objects. The battery boxes should always be secured using the heavy-duty straps and aluminum trays provided. -
Page 97: Capacities
Electrical Systems Section 5 Capacities ® Exide marine heavy-duty 12-volt batteries are nor- mally selected for your boat. One Group 24 1000 marine cranking amp (MCA) battery is provided for engine starting and one Group 27 115 amp hour, deep cycle battery is normally provided for the boat’s electri- cal accessories. -
Page 98: Cleaning
Section 5 Electrical Systems Remove the batteries from the boat during cold weather or off-season storage. Always protect the batteries from freezing temperatures. You must not allow your batteries to become com- pletely discharged. As a battery discharges, the active material on both positive and negative plates changes to lead sulfate, causing the plates to become similar in chemical composition. -
Page 99: Charging
Electrical Systems Section 5 Charging The outboard engine alternator charges the two bat- teries when the engine is running above idle speed. The batteries are charged through a marine-grade bat- tery charge isolator, which allows the outboard engine alternator to charge the starting battery and the house battery. -
Page 100: Grounding And Bonding
Section 5 Electrical Systems Grounding and Bonding Definitions The terms grounding and bonding are often incorrectly used interchangeably. They are different systems that can work together to provide solutions to common problems and risks on the water. Bonding is the process of connecting various metal components in the boat to a common electrical con- tact. -
Page 101: Bonding
Electrical Systems Section 5 Bonding Your boat’s bonding system starts with a bronze plate located below the water line at the center of the tran- som. A #8 awg green cable connects the bronze plate to the negative buss system. The fuel tank, fuel fill, control console, engine crash rail, leaning post, and transom cap are also connected to the negative buss system with #8 awg green cables. -
Page 102: Battery Switches
Section 5 Electrical Systems Battery Switches Battery Parallel Switch Your boat is equipped with an emergency battery par- allel switch. The switch is located on the control con- sole face. You can use the emergency battery parallel switch to connect the house battery and the engine starting battery in parallel if the outboard engine will not start due to low battery voltage. -
Page 103: Battery Off-On Switches
Electrical Systems Section 5 Battery OFF-ON Switches Your boat is equipped with two battery OFF-ON switches that allow you to turn battery power on and off to the outboard engine and to each main 12 VDC power distribution circuit in the boat. The switches are located in the control console, just inside the console door. - Page 104 Operator Notes 5-10...
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Page 105: Dc Power Distribution
Electrical Systems Section 5 DC Power Distribution All DC electrical devices and systems in your boat are controlled and protected by six main 12 VDC power distribution circuits. Outboard Engine Main 12 VDC power circuit 1 of 6 provides power for starting the outboard engine through a battery OFF- ON switch connected to a Group 24 1000 MCA bat- tery. -
Page 106: Bilge Pump
Section 5 Electrical Systems Bilge Pump Main 12 VDC power circuit 2 of 6 provides uninter- ruptible power to the bilge pump switch located on the helm station switch panel. The circuit is directly con- nected to the outboard engine battery OFF-ON switch. The connection is made on the battery side of the battery OFF-ON switch and is always powered, regardless of switch position. -
Page 107: Helm Station Switch Panel
Electrical Systems Section 5 Helm Station Switch Panel Main 12 VDC power circuit 3 of 6 provides power to the helm station switch panel. The bilge pump switch is located on the helm sta- tion switch panel, but it is not included in this power circuit. -
Page 108: Accessory Fuse Block
Section 5 Electrical Systems Accessory Fuse Block Main 12 VDC power circuit 4 of 6 provides power to the accessory fuse block located inside the control console. This circuit is protected by one 60-amp, push button breaker. The 60-amp breaker is located inside the control console within seven inches of the house bat- tery OFF-ON switch. -
Page 109: T-Top Fuse Block
Electrical Systems Section 5 T-top Fuse Block Main 12 VDC power circuit 5 of 6 provides power to the fuse block located inside the T-top electronics box. This circuit is protected by one 60-amp, push button breaker. The 60-amp breaker is located inside the control console within seven inches of the house bat- tery OFF-ON switch. -
Page 110: Electronics Distribution Panel
Section 5 Electrical Systems Electronics Distribution Panel Main 12 VDC power circuit 6 of 6 provides power to the electronics distribution panel (optional) located inside the control console. This circuit is protected by one 60-amp, push button breaker. The 60-amp breaker is located inside the control console within seven inches of the house bat- tery OFF-ON switch. -
Page 111: Dc Circuit Distribution
Electrical Systems Section 5 DC Circuit Distribution Helm Station Switch Panel A typical helm station switch panel includes these functions: • Dimmer for dash lights • Bilge pump • Navigation lights • Cockpit lights • Spares The dimmer switch controls backlighting brightness level on all engine gauges, dash components, and the magnetic compass. - Page 112 Section 5 Electrical Systems The bilge pump is controlled by a two-position rocker switch. The AUTO switch position supplies power to a mechanical float switch so water is pumped anytime it is detected. The rocker switch has a red LED indicator that will be lighted anytime the bilge pump is running.
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Page 113: Accessory Fuse Block
Electrical Systems Section 5 Accessory Fuse Block The accessory fuse block is a ten-position, blade-fuse design. It is located inside the control console. A typi- cal fuse block could include the following branch cir- cuits: • 12 VDC outlet • Whelen power supply •... -
Page 114: Wire Color Chart
Section 5 Electrical Systems Wire Color Chart Black Ground Gray Navigation lights Black/brown Ground, pumps Gray/white Anchor light Black/orange Ground, accessories Gray/black Masthead light Black/green Ground, water level sender Gray/red Remote spotlight Black/blue Ground, lighting Gray/green Strobe light Black/gray Ground, navigation lights Gray/blue Flood lights Black/white... -
Page 115: Specifications
Boat Maintenance Section 6 Specifications Length, overall 19 ft. 5,8 m Trailered length, engine tilted 27 ft. 6 in. 8,4 m Trailered height - Note 1 8 ft. 244 cm Trailered height - Note 2 10 ft. 5 in. 318 cm Beam 8 ft. -
Page 116: Hull Identification Number
Section 6 Boat Maintenance Hull Identification Number The Hull Identification Number (HIN) is located on the starboard outboard side of the transom. This is the most important form of boat identification and it must be included in all correspon- dence related to your boat. The engine and electronics model and serial numbers are also important when obtaining parts or service for these items. -
Page 117: Options
For this reason, many options cannot be added after the boat leaves the factory. If you want to add options or accessories to the boat, you must contact Brunswick Commercial & Govern- ment Products Customer Service Department at 386- 423-2900, for advice. -
Page 118: Waxing
Section 6 Boat Maintenance Waxing ! WARNING Gelcoat surfaces are always slippery when wet. Use extreme caution when walking on wet surfaces to avoid slipping or falling. Never wax portions of the boat that have a non-skid pattern. The interior and exterior fiberglass parts of the hull should be waxed a minimum of twice per year to pro- tect the gelcoat from salt, dirt, and ultraviolet degrada- tion. -
Page 119: Trim Care
Section 6 Fiberglass repairs should only be done by an experi- enced fiberglass repair facility. If the damage pene- trates the hull, call Brunswick Commercial & Government Products Customer Service Department for the correct repair procedures. The repair must be done following Boston Whaler’s recommendations. -
Page 120: Cutwater And Chafe Plates
Section 6 Boat Maintenance Cutwater and Chafe Plates Your boat might be equipped with an optional stainless steel cutwater. This is a plate that protects the keel against debris while underway and possible damage while beaching. Inspect the cutwater several times a year for loose screws, missing screws, and large gaps along the outside edges. -
Page 121: Storage And Trailers
Heavy-duty trailers and storage cradles supplied by BCGP meet all these requirements and are approved for use with Boston Whaler and Impact boats. ! CAUTION Storing your boat on a sub-standard trailer or boatlift can cause serious, permanent damage to the hull. -
Page 122: Trailer Setup
Section 6 Boat Maintenance Trailer Setup... -
Page 123: Fuel System
Boat Maintenance Section 6 Fuel System Your boat is equipped with one below-deck aluminum fuel tank that requires little maintenance. You should visually inspect the fuel tank and all associated hoses and fittings for leaks or deterioration before each mis- sion. -
Page 124: Steering System
Section 6 Boat Maintenance Steering System Your boat is equipped with a manual hydraulic steer- ing system. ! WARNING Follow the steering system manufacturer’s maintenance recommendations exactly. Improper maintenance might cause loss of steering, which could cause property damage or serious injury. Be sure to check the operation of the steering system before each mission. -
Page 125: Approved Steering Fluids
Boat Maintenance Section 6 Every six months, a qualified marine technician should check the following items: • Check fluid level in the helm reservoir. • Check outboard engine tilt tube for salt deposits or signs of corrosion. Clean and grease as required. -
Page 126: Batteries
Section 6 Boat Maintenance Batteries Safety Warnings ! CAUTION Batteries should always be enclosed in the covered battery boxes provided with your boat. The boxes will contain any spilled acid and will protect the battery terminals from damage or shorting due to contact with metal objects. The battery boxes should always be secured using the heavy-duty straps and aluminum trays provided. -
Page 127: Capacities
Boat Maintenance Section 6 Capacities ® Exide marine heavy-duty 12-volt batteries are nor- mally selected for your boat. One Group 24 1000 marine cranking amp (MCA) battery is provided for engine starting and one Group 27 115 amp hour, deep cycle battery is normally provided for the boat’s electri- cal accessories. -
Page 128: Cleaning
Section 6 Boat Maintenance Remove the batteries from the boat during cold weather or off-season storage. Always protect the batteries from freezing temperatures. You must not allow your batteries to become com- pletely discharged. As a battery discharges, the active material on both positive and negative plates changes to lead sulfate, causing the plates to become similar in chemical composition. -
Page 129: Bilge Pump
Boat Maintenance Section 6 Bilge Pump The bilge pump and water level switch are sealed units and do not require any periodic maintenance. Check the bilge regularly to make sure there is no debris or sludge that could foul the water level switch or clog the pump. -
Page 130: Off-Season Storage
Section 6 Boat Maintenance Off-Season Storage All boat and engine systems must be carefully pre- pared for long periods of non-use. This preparation is particularly important in regions where you experience extreme changes in temperature or where the temper- ature is consistently below freezing. Outboard You must protect your outboard engine from freeze damage and from internal corrosion caused by... -
Page 131: Fuel System
Boat Maintenance Section 6 Fuel System You must take appropriate steps to protect your boat’s fuel system and engine during extended periods of non-use. Situations where fuel isn’t being consumed, and exposure to extreme changes in temperature, will cause condensation to accumulate in your fuel sys- tem. -
Page 132: Hull Drainage
Section 6 Boat Maintenance Hull Drainage Make sure that all of the drain plugs are removed, sea- cocks open, and that there is no debris plugging any of the drains. Store the boat with the bow higher than the stern to promote adequate drainage. - Page 133 Operator Notes 6-19...
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- Page 135 OEM warranty. This accessory warranty is not transferable from the original owner. None of these warranties applies to any Boston Whaler hull, accessory, or part that has been structurally altered or subjected to unreasonable use, improper storage, lack of reasonable and proper maintenance, negligence, or accident.
- Page 136 World-class support for World-class boats.