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Bennington Q Series Manual (224 pages)
Pontoon/Deck Boats
Brand:
Bennington
| Category:
Boat
| Size: 4 MB
Table of Contents
Table of Contents
3
Introduction
11
Congratulations
11
About this Manual
11
About Your New Boat
12
Boat Terminology
12
Hull Identification, Capacity and Safety Plates
12
Design Category
14
Disclaimer
14
References and Contact Information
15
Bennington Limited Warranty
18
California Evaporative Emissions Control System Warranty Statement
24
Your Warranty Rights and Obligations
24
Boat Information Form
26
Safety
29
Good Boating Practices
29
Safety Decals and Statements
32
Safety Decals
32
Safety Statements
36
Safety Precautions
37
Carbon Monoxide (CO)
41
Required Boating Safety Equipment and Regulations
43
Fire Extinguisher
45
Engine Emergency Stop Switch and Lanyard
45
Life Jackets
46
Visual Distress Signaling Devices
49
Audible Signaling Devices
51
Navigational Lights
51
LED Lighting
52
Recommended Safety Equipment
53
Safety and Training
54
Situational Awareness
54
Driving Defensively
54
Small Boats and Swimmers
55
Knowing the Boat
55
Special Needs Passengers
55
Very High Frequency (VHF) Radio
57
Cruising Limitations
58
Hazard Information
58
Water Sports
59
Platform Dragging
59
Water Sports Guidelines
60
Re-Boarding - 2020 Model Year
63
Boating Regulations and Your Responsibilities
73
Boat Owner / Operator Responsibilities
73
Safety
73
Registration
74
Insurance
74
Reporting Accidents
74
Boating under the Influence
75
Operator's License and Education
75
Operation by Minors
75
Emergency Assistance
76
Negligent Operation
76
Restricted Areas
77
Security Zones
77
Naval Vessel Protection Zones
77
Commercial Shipping Safety Zones
77
Bridges and Shipping Channels
77
America's Waterway Watch
78
Fishing
78
Monofilament Fishing Line
79
Wake
79
Noise
79
Speed
79
Protecting the Environment
80
MARPOL Treaty
81
Aquatic Invasive Species (AIS)
81
Paints
82
Cleaning Agents
82
Exhaust Emissions
83
Additional Proposition 65 Information
83
Emergencies
85
First Aid / Medical Emergencies
85
Emergency Preparation Checklist
85
Using Distress Signal Devices and Calling for Help
85
Requesting Assistance (Non-Distress Call)
86
Law of Salvage
87
Fire and Explosion
87
Man Overboard (MOB)
88
Capsizing and Flooding
89
Running Aground
90
Dangerous Weather
90
Engine or Boat System Failure
90
Accidents, Collisions and Giving Assistance
91
Towing on the Water
91
Hurricane and Severe Weather Preparedness
93
Protecting the Boat from Theft
93
Operating in Hazardous Conditions
95
Severe Weather
95
Storm Conditions
95
Fog Conditions
96
Reduced Visibility
96
Cold Weather and Cold or Frozen Water Conditions
96
Water Hazards
96
Aquatic Vegetation/Weeds
97
Dams and Spillways
97
Shallow Water Operation
97
Markers, Warnings and Advisories
98
Boat Flags
98
Harbor Flags and Indicators
99
Navigation Rules and Aids
101
Right-Of-Way
101
The General Prudential Rule
101
Navigational Lights and Night Operation
102
Audible Signals
104
Overtaking / Passing
105
Meeting Head-On
106
Crossing
107
Aids to Navigation
108
Buoys
108
Mooring Buoys
109
Daymarks / Dayboards
109
Lights and Lighted Structures
110
Markers
111
Operating the Boat
115
Before Getting Underway
115
Safety Equipment
115
Float Plan
115
Pre-Departure Safety Checklist
116
Boarding
117
Boat Loading
117
Fueling
119
Fuel Management
119
Fuel Suppliers
119
Static Electricity and the Fuel System
119
Fuel (Gasoline)
120
Before Refueling
122
Fueling
122
Refueling Built-In Fuel Tanks
123
After Refueling
123
Outboard Engine Fueling Considerations
123
Getting Underway
124
Starting
124
Steering
125
Stopping
126
Shifting
127
Accelerating and Running Underway
128
Checks During and after Operation
130
Power Trim and Tilt
130
Power Trim
130
Performance Operation
133
Docking
133
Mooring
135
Anchors and Anchoring
135
Lines and Knots
137
Trailering and Launching
139
Legal Considerations
139
Trailer Classification
139
Trailer Type
139
Trailer Gross Vehicle Weight Rating
140
Towing Vehicle
140
Vehicle Towing Hitch
140
Hitch Ball and Trailer Coupler
141
Safety Chains
142
Trailer Brakes
143
5-Pin Wiring Connector
143
Trailering Guidelines
144
Backing up
147
Launching
147
Loading Guidelines
149
Reporting Safety Defects
150
Boat Features and Options
151
Fuel System
151
Engine Lubrication System
151
Engine Cooling System
152
Steering System
152
Shift and Throttle Controls
154
Single-Lever Controls - Single or Twin Engine
154
Control Operation Guidelines
155
Electrical System
156
DC System
156
Propellers
157
Propeller Selection and Replacement Guidelines
158
Dual-Prop Drives
158
Gauges / Instruments
159
Multi-Gauges
159
Tachometer
159
Speedometer
160
Fuel Level Gauge
160
Engine Water Pressure Gauge
160
Power Trim / Tilt Gauge
161
Voltmeter
161
Engine Water Temperature Gauge
161
Engine Hour Meter
162
Oil Level Gauge (Outboard Engine Oil Injection Optional)
162
Water Depth Gauge
162
Compass
162
Engine Warning Alarm System
162
Helm and Control Switches
163
Ignition Switch
163
Blower Switch
163
Battery Switch
164
Engine Emergency Stop Switch and Lanyard
165
Neutral Start Safety Switch (Start-In-Gear Prevention)
166
Horn Switch
166
Boarding and Courtesy Light Switches
166
Power Trim / Tilt Switch
166
Navigation Lights Switch
166
Symbols
167
General Care and Maintenance
169
Engine
169
Fuel System
170
Carbon Canister System Direct Fill
171
Electrical System
181
Batteries
181
Circuit Breakers and Fuses
183
Galvanic Corrosion
185
Saltwater Corrosion
185
Sacrificial Anodes
186
Steering System
189
Corrosion Protection
190
Hardware, Fasteners and Fittings
190
Stainless Steel and Chrome Hardware
190
Aluminum Hardware
191
General Maintenance and Cleaning
191
Marine Growth
191
Cleaning
192
Hull
192
Upholstery
193
Bimini Tops and Canvas Covers (Canvas)
194
Mooring and Trailering Covers
196
Carpet
197
Windshield
197
Window Channels
198
Teak
198
Bilge
199
Bilge Pump
199
Safety Equipment
200
General Boating Equipment
200
Trailer
201
Winterization and Storage
203
Winterization and Storage Preparation
203
Storing on a Cradle or Blocks
204
Storing on a Trailer
205
Recommissioning after Storage
205
Lifting - 2020 Model Year Lift Systems: ABYC H40.8
207
Stern
208
Troubleshooting
211
Glossary of Nautical Terms
213
Index
217
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