Boston Whaler 240 Outrage User manual

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 ATANYTIME 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:
240 OUTRAGE, BOSTON WHALER®. MRP #1688670
Rev C 05/19/04

Boston Whaler founder
Richard T. Fisher demon-
strating one of the fea-
tures that has made Bos-
ton Whaler the “Unsink-
able Legend” in this 1961
LIFE Magazine Photo.
Richard T. Fisher was
posthumously inducted
into the National Marine
Manufacturer’s Associa-
tion (NMMA) Hall of Fame
on September 26, 1996
for accomplishments
made in marine engineer-
ing and construction.
History
In 1958, company founder Richard T. Fisher in roduced he firs Bos on Whaler boa in Brain ree,
Massachusse s. I fea ured wo significan innova ions: firs , i s win sponson hull design produced superior
s abili y and a remarkably dry ride; second, i s unique foam core cons ruc ion made he boa no only du-
rable, bu unsinkable as well. Fisher ook every oppor uni y o illus ra e he unique charac eris ics of he
Bos on Whaler. His mos famous demons ra ion was cap ured in 1961, by Life Magazine. The series of
pho ographs showed he boa underway, he boa being sawed in half and ul ima ely Fisher mo oring away in
he remaining half of he boa . And hrough he years many o her demons ra ions have proved he oughness
and durabili y of he Bos on Whaler hull. And hough you may never cu your boa in half, his only goes o
show one hing, people whose livelihood and lives depend on boa s consis en ly choose Bos on Whaler
because of heir seawor hiness, dependablili y and he inheren safe y of a hull ha won sink even if se-
verely damaged. Bos on Whalers are buil o las . For over 40 years Bos on Whaler® has s rived o make
each model be er, providing you wi h a safe and fun boa ing experience. Tha is he reason we offer a 10
year limi ed ransferable warran y. I is also an excellen reason why you can rus he safe y of your family
and friends o a Bos on Whaler.
PLEASE KEEP THIS BOOK AND OTHER MATERIALS IN A SECURE PLACE, AND BE SURE TO HAND IT
OVER TO THE NEW OWNER IF YOU SELL THE BOAT.

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Table of Contents Macerator,(optional) 25
Operation/Maintenance 25
Standard Waste System Diagram 26
Optional Waste System Diagram 26
Environmental Considerations 26
Section 6 Bilge System
ilge Pump 27
Operation/Maintenance 27
Section 7 Livewell System
Livewell 28
Operation 28
Standard Livewell Diagram 28
Livewell,(Optional) 29
Operation/Maintenance 29
Optional Livewell System Diagram 29
Section 8 Propulsion System
Hydraulic Steering Information 30
Operation/Maintenance 30
Filling 30
Power Steering Information 31
Gear Shift & Throttle Control 31
Digital Throttle/Shift,(DTS)® 32
Power Trim Operation 32
Propeller Information 33
Propeller Assembly 33
Section 9 Getting to know your Boston Whaler
Trim Tabs 34
Operation/Maintenance 34
Mooring Points 35
Lifting 35
Hull Maintenance 36
Hull Maintenance, listers 36
ottom Painting 36
Painted Hull Care, ( ottom) 37
Vinyl Cushion Care 37
Long Term Storage 38
Engine 38
Fuel System 38
Trailer Storage 38
Electrical System 38
Drainage 38
Canvas Care & Maintenance 38
Trailer (Optional) 39
Trailer Safety 39
unk Trailer Terminology 39
Section 10 Anchoring Information
Anchoring Information 40
Lowering 40
Setting 40
Weighing 40
Anchor Windlass, (Optional) 41
Section 11 Maintenance Log & Notes
Maintenance Log & Notes 42
240 Outrage-Owners Manual
Section 1 240 Outrage
Introduction 1
Table of Contents 1
Construction Standards 2
Our Hull 2
Servicing your oston Whaler 2
Hull Identification Number 2
Section 2 General Arrangement & Specifications
240 Outrage-Specifications & Dimensions 3
Standard Features 4
Notable Options 5-6
Through-hull Fittings 7
Storage 8
Standard Seating Arrangement 9
Optional Seating Arrangement 9
Label Locations 10
Deck Occupancy 10
Section 3 Fuel System
Fuel System Diagram 11
Fuel Tank 11
Fuel Fill 11
Fuel Vent 11
Empty Tank 12
Hoses & Fittings 12
Tank Cleaning 12
Primer ulb 12
Remote Oil System 12
Static Electricity and the Fuel System 13
Section 4 Electrical System
attery Information 14
attery Maintenance 14
Dual attery Switches 15
Console Wiring Diagram 16
Console Wiring Diagram, Engine Start 16
Main reaker Panel Wiring Diagram 17
Hull Wiring Diagram 17
Instrument Panel Arrangement 18
Instrument Panel Arrangement 19
Main reaker Panel 20
Engine Starting Procedure 21
Ignition Shutdown Switch 21
Navigation Lighting 22
Section 5 Water & Waste System
Freshwater System 23
Freshwater Pump 23
Freshwater Shower 24
Maintenance 23
Disinfecting the System 23
Freshwater System Diagram 23
Winterizing the System 24
Raw Water 24
Operation/Maintenance 24
Raw Water System Diagram 24
Head System 25
This Owners Manual has been written to provide specific information about your boat and it should be read carefully. Keep this
booklet in the Owners Manual Packet. The Owners Manual Packet has been compiled to help you operate your boat with safety
and pleasure. It contains details of the boat, the e uipment supplied or fitted, its systems and information on its operation and
maintenance. Please familiarize yourself with the boat and its operation before using it. 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.
Introduction
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240 Outrage-Owners Manual
THE MISSION OF BOSTON WHALER IS TO PROVIDE CONSUMERS WITH THE
SAFEST, HI HEST QUALITY, MOST DURABLE BOATS IN THE WORLD.
We are dedicated to creating a superior product providing you with comfort, performance, safety and dependability.
All of our boats comply with the safety standards set by the United States Coast Guard and are designed, engineered
and manufactured in accordance with applicable recommendations and guidelines of the American Boat and acht
Council (A.B. .C.) and certified by the National Marine Manufacturers Association (N.M.M.A.).
Construction Standards
2
Hull Identifcation Number
The Hull Iden ifica ion Number is loca ed on he
s arboard side of he ransom wall.
This is he mos impor an iden ifying fac or and mus
be included in all correspondence rela ed o your ves-
sel. Failure o do so will only crea e delays. Also of
vi al impor ance are he engine serial numbers and
par numbers when wri ing abou or ordering par s
for your engine.
Our Hull
Bos on Whaler® hulls are cons ruc ed wi h our pa -
en ed Unibond cons ruc ion. This involves shoo -
ing high densi y foam in o a closed mold sys em.
The foam expands o fill voids in he hull, and when
he finished produc is pulled from he mold, he deck
and he hull are chemically bonded o form a solid,
inseparable uni .
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3
4
Hull
Iden ifica ion
Number Loca ion
When your 240 Ou rage needs o be serviced or regu-
lar main enance is needed, i should be aken o an
au horized Bos on Whaler® dealer.
To find a Bos on Whaler® dealer in your area call:
1-800-942-5379
Domes ic/In erna ional
If a problem is no handled o your sa isfac ion:
Discuss any warran y rela ed problems direc ly
wi h he service manager of he dealership or your
sales person. Give he dealership an oppor uni y
o help he service depar men resolve he ma er
for you.
Servicing your Boston Whaler Typical H.I.N. Descrip ion
1
1No air voids
2High densi y closed cell non-absorben foam
3High quali y resins and gelcoa s
4Woven glass ma ing

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86
Note: The T-Top shown here is
for reference purposes only.
277
18
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68
98
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810
Overall Leng h 239 7.24 m
Trailerable Leng h 277 8.41 m
Bridge Clearance 810 2.69 m
Bridge Clearance (no op) 68 2.03 m
Beam 86 2.59 m
Draf , (Hull Only) 18 .46 m
Weigh (dry, no engine) 4400 lbs. 1996 kg
Swamped Capaci y 9680 lbs 4391 kg
Maximum Engine Weigh 1000 lbs. 404 kg
Maximum Weigh , (passengers,
engine(s), gear,** 3500 lbs 1588 kg
Persons 12
Maximum Horsepower 300HP 224 kw
Minimum Horsepower 225 HP 168 kw
Fuel Capaci y 150 gal.(U.S.) 567.8 L
Wa er Capaci y 20 gal.(U.S.) 76 L
* Wa erline
*** Engine Draf ,(See No ice)
Specifications & Dimensions
Specified measurements are approximations and are
subject to variance.
NOTICE
!
NOTICE
!
Optional equipment and loading of the boat will af-
fect the draft measurements. Follow the recommen-
dations listed on your capacity plate regarding the
maximum amount of weight the boat can safely
carry.
***
Exceeding this weight will affect the boat’ s perfor-
mance. DO NOT Exceed the weights listed on the
capacity plate.
NOTICE
!
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Standard Features 1
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1Anchor Roller w/ Chafe Plate & Cleat
2Heavy Duty Rubrail
3Anchor Locker w/ Drain
4Bow Navigation Light
5Stainless Steel Forward Cleats, (8 Inch)
6Welded Stainless Steel Low Profile Interior Rail
7Forward In-Deck Storage w/ Hatch & Drain
8Forward Cupholders, (2)
9Electric Horn
10 Console Portlight
11 Stainless Steel Spring Cleat, (8 Inch)
12 Fuel Fill
See Console Detail
13 Molded, Tempered Glass Windshield
14 Compass
15 Lockable Console Storage
16 Instrument Panel
17 Stainless Steel Steering Wheel
18 Hydraulic Steering
19 Engine Safety Shut-Off Switch
20 Gear Shift/Throttle Control
21 Electric Trim Tab Switch
22 Console Cupholders, (2)
23 Console Storage Bin
24 Stainless Steel Console Grab Rail
25 Molded Console Footrests
26 Lockable Console Door, Bi-Fold
27 Forward Seating Grabrails, Port & Starboard
28 Helm & Companion Seat, Adjustable
29 Port In-Deck Insulated Fishbox
30 Gunwale Mounted Rodholders, Port & Starboard
31 Stainless Steel Hawse Pipe, Port & Starboard
32 Stern Fold-away Seat
33 18 Gal. (68.14L) Livewell Tank
34 8 Inch Access Plate, Port & Starboard
35 Sterndeck Rodholders, (3)
36 Freshwater Fill Deck Plate for 20 Gal. (75.71L) Tank
37 VRO Oil Fill Deck Plate for 3 Gal. (11.36L) Tank
38 Motorwell Access Hatch
39 225 HP Engine
40 Motorwell Drain, Port & Starboard
41 Telescoping Ladder & Grab Rail
42 Freshwater Shower/Sprayer
43 Transom Door w/ Stainless Steel Latch
44 Starboard In-Deck Insulated Fishbox
45 Waste Pump-out Deck Fitting
46 Stainless Steel Spring Cleat, (8 Inch)
47 Self-Bailing Cockpit

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240 Outrage, Notable Options 1
2
3
1Stainless Steel Bow Rail, (deletes low profile rail)
2 Sun Lounge Filler w/ Cushion
3 Forward Coaming Bolsters
Anchor Windlass with Rode & Anchor
5T-Top w/ Storage Bag, (Black or White)
6T-Top w/ Storage Bag, Radial Outriggers & 15
Telescoping poles.
7Electronics Box for T-Top
8T-Top Mounted rodholders, (5)
9150 CXL OptiMax® Mercury Engines, (Dual)
10 135 CXL OptiMax® Mercury Engines, (Dual)
11 115 EXPLT EFI -Stroke Dual Engine
12 225 XXL EFI -Stroke Mercury Engine w/ Ana-
log Gauges
13 250 XXL DTS Verado® Engine w/ Power steer-
ing
1 12 Volt Clarion® AM/FM Digital Stereo w/ CD
Player & Waterproof Speakers w/ Remote on
console
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240 Outrage, Notable Options
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1Stainless Steel Leaning Post Base/Rail
2Leaning Post Seats, (Storage Under)
39 Qt. (89L) Cooler
Bait Prep area w/ Cutting Board & Leader Holder
5Backrest, (Rodholder, when Backrest is not in use)
6Fold-down Footrest
Deluxe Leaning Post
7Fiberglass Base
8Stainless Steel Rails
9Flip-up Thigh rise Helm Seat
10 25 Gal. (95L)Livewell w/ Light
11 Rodholders, Port & Starboard
12 Knife/Leader Holder, Port & Starboard
13 Tackle Storage Box
1 Leaning Post Canvas Cover, (Black or White)
15 Deluxe Leaning Post Cover, (Black or White)
16 T-Top Canvas Console Wing Curtains, Port &
Starboard (Black or White)
17 T-Top Forward Visor, (Part of Console Wing Cur-
tains set).
18 Horn, (Integrated into Navigation Light w/ T-Top
Option).
19 Sun-Top w/ Boot, (Black or White)

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240 Outrage,Through-hull Fittings
1Anchor Locker Drain
2Forward In-Deck Storage Drain
3Forward Bilge Drain, 800 GPH
Leaning Post Livewell Inlet, Optional
5Fuel Vent
6Waste Vent
7Raw-water Inlet
8Macerator Pump-out, Optional
PORT
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9Port Fishbox Outlet
10 Starboard Fishbox Outlet
11 Aft bilge drain, 1100 GPH
12 Port Deck Drain, (behind Trim Tab Ram)
13 Port Motorwell Drain
1 Garboard Drain
15 Starboard Motorwell Drain
16 Starboard Deck Drain, (behind Trim Tab Ram)
The deck drain provides self-bailing capabilities while the
boat is static in the water and no passengers on board.
This feature prevents the accumulation of water in the
cockpit. the drain must be in place when underway.
NOTICE
!
Depending on the type of boat you have, you may
have underwater fittings that need drain plugs.
Garboard drain plugs and fishbox drain plugs need
to be in place before the boat goes into the water.
Any fitting that will be underwater needs to be
plugged or the seacock needs to be closed
NOTICE
!
Through hull fittings should be checked for proper
seal annually. When the boat is in the water the un-
derwater fittings can be checked for dripping. It is
recommended that the underwater fittings be re-
moved, cleaned and resealed every other year.
NOTICE
!
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 fit-
tings that are improperly installed can cause pre-
mature hull failure and may void the Boston
Whaler® limited warranty.
NOTICE
!

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1Port In-Deck Fishbox, Insulated
2Starboard In-Deck Fishbox, Insulated
3Forward In-Deck Storage w/ Hatch & Drain, (In-
sulated)
Anchor Locker storage w/ Drain
5Magazine Storage
6Port Console Storage
7Lockable Console Storage, Bi-Fold
8Lockable Electronics Box Door, Bi-Fold
9Electronics Box Storage Bin
10 Starboard Console Storage
11 Optional Leaning Post Under Seat Storage
12 9 Qt.(89L) Cooler Storage, (Optional)
13 Downrigger Weight Storage, Port & Starboard
1 Under Gunwale Rodrack, Port & Starboard
15 Mast Light Storage Location
16 Optional Deluxe Leaning PostTackle Storage

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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.
DANGER
Standard Seating Arrangement
Optional Seating Arrangement
1
2
1
2
3
4
7
8
6
Leaning Post w/
Cooler Option
Deluxe Leaning
Post w/ Storage
or Livewell
1Leaning pos backres cushion, (removable)
2Leaning pos sea cushion, (s orage under)
3Deluxe Leaning pos backres
4Deluxe Leaning Pos sea cushion
5Flip up high rise helm sea cushion
6Forward console sea cushion
7Sun Lounge cushion
8Bow cushion
1Helm & Companion adjus able sea s wi h snap-
on cushions.
2S ern fold-away sea
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If your labels become worn or unreadable contact
your nearest Boston Whaler® dealer for replace-
ment labels. The part numbers are provided above.
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Accommodation deck:
This area of the boat is inside the cockpit
and includes helm seating. Movement in this
area should be done with extreme caution
while the boat is underway. A sudden shift
in boat direction can cause a loss of balance and lead to injury
or death.
Working deck:
This area is intended for occupation ONLY
while mooring, anchoring, loading/unload-
ing or when the boat is at rest. NEVER op-
erate the engine while loading or unloading
swimmers/divers from the swim platform/ladder.
Be aware of your footing while the boat is underway,
slipping or falling could result in serious injury or death,
especially if the boat is in motion or in rough water.
Keep the accommodation deck clean, so if movement
is neccessary it will be free of obstruction.
DANGER
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.
WARNING
Never occupy the working decks while the boat is
underway. ONLY sit in areas that are designated
for sitting. NEVER sit on the gunwales (vertical
sidewalls), while the boat is moving.
WARNING
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240 Outrage, Label Locations
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NOTICE
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The 240 Ou rage is equipped wi h a
gasoline fuel sys em. Please ake ime
o read and unders and all he fuel re-
la ed informa ion and warnings in he
engine owners packe . The diagrams
below show he loca ion of he fuel fill, rou ing of
fuel supply hose and he loca ion of he fuel ank
ven .
uel Tank
The 240 Ou rage comes wi h a 150 Gal. (567.8 L)
aluminum fuel ank. The ank is loca ed under he
af sec ion of he cockpi . Access o he fuel level
sender and engine supply line ank connec ions are
made hrough a pla e on he af sec ion of he cock-
pi floor.
uel ill
The 240 Ou rage fuel fill is loca ed in he por side
amidship of he gunwale, i is marked GAS, and is
opened by use of a special key ha is included wi h
he owners manual packe . Follow he engine
manufac urers recommenda ion for he ypes of fuel
o use.
uel Vent
The fuel ank has a fuel ank ven loca ed amidship,
7-9 inches below he rub rail direc ly below he fuel
fill cap. The fuel ank ven serves as a pressure/
vacuum release, safe y overflow and flame arres or.
1
2
3
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7
8
S erndeck & cockpi
floor has been re-
moved for clari y.
240 Outrage Fuel System
15/8 fuel ven
21-1/2 Fuel fill o deck pla e
3150 Gal. (567.8L) Aluminum fuel ank
4Ground wire
5Fuel sender
6Engine fuel supply, S andard
7Engine fuel supply, Op ional
8Primer bulb
uel System
CAUTION
!
Leaking fuel is a fire and explosion hazard, inspect the
system regularly. Examine fuel tanks and exposed lines
for leaks and corrosion.
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.
CAUTION
!
Use of improper gasolines can damage your engine se-
riously. Engine damage resulting from use of improper
gasoline is considered misuse of engine and will void
the warranty. Follow engine manufacturer ’s recommen-
dations regarding the types of fuel and oil to use.
CAUTION
!
Oil and fuel spills can be dangerous and can subject
offenders to severe penalties
NOTICE
!
Remove portable tanks from boat and fill from shore.
When fueling is complete, secure tanks to deck with
straps provided.
DANGER
!
Static electricity can ignite gasoline vapors causing
serious injury/death and/or destruction of property.
NOTICE
!
Fuel tanks should never be filled to capacity, allow 2%
for expansion.

EMPTY TANK:
A fuel ank wi h levels less han 1/4 full can cause
problems by s alling an engine due o fuel s arva ion
or by allowing sedimen and dir o en er he fuel
supply lines. Keeping he ank filled will reduce he
chance of his occurance; since he residue will mos
likely se le o he bo om of he ank. Moni or he
fuel level of en o preven his from happening.
HOSES AND FITTINGS:
Hoses and fi ings should be inspec ed a leas every
100 hours. Check he hoses for cracks, abrasions and
de eriora ion and he s rong smell of fuel prior o
s ar ing he engine(s). If he hoses or fi ings are dam-
aged or worn, replace hem wi h only marine grade
replacemen par s. Your au horized Bos on Whaler®
dealer will have all he par s informa ion you will
need.
TANK CLEANING:
Excessive wa er and sedimen may force you o con-
sider having he ank professionally cleaned. If you
are frequen ly changing fuel fil er/wa er separa ors
and no ice a loss in power, consul a professional
ank cleaning con rac or regarding his procedure and
proper disposal of residue and wa er.
PRIMER BULB:
There is a primer bulb ha can be accessed under
he por side of he mo orwell ha ch. There are also
ins ruc ions regarding proper use of he primer bulb.
The primer bulb is used o draw fuel from he ank
o he engine, usually af er he fuel has been drained
from he en ire sys em.
Remote Oil System
The 240 Ou rage is equipped wi h a remo e oil sys-
em. This sys em consis s of a wo 3- Gal.(11.3L)
reservoir anks and hoses which con ain and me er
lubrica ing oil o he engine(s). The anks have an
ex ernal fill loca ed on he af side of he cockpi ran-
som wall. Access o he anks is hrough he
mo orwell access ha ch. When recapping he fill
make sure ha i is secure o preven spills and o
preven he in rusion of wa er in o he sys em. Your
remo e oil ank is secured by a nylon s rap and quick
release clip. Li le main enance is required for he
remo e oil sys em, aside from checking he hoses for
abrasions and cracks and hose clamps for proper
igh ness. The ank should no be exposed o ul ra-
viole ligh , rain or seawa er for ex ended periods of
ime. The Four-S roke engine op ion dele es he re-
mo e oil sys em.
Remo e Oil Tank
Loca ion
(s erndeck has
been removed)
S andard engine oil
supply, 3 Gal.
(11.3L)
To oil fill, for Single
Engine on s erndeck,
(dual engine ank and
fill is moun ed direc ly
opposi e his loca ion)
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Mo orwell
ha ch
Primer
bulb
Access o he ven fi ings is hrough wis -ou pla e
loca ed inside he cockpi opposi e he fuel ank ven .
Check he ven assembly regularily as par of a main-
enance schedule for con inued safe opera ion of your
boa s fuel sys em. The Ven assembly consis s of a
backshell, s arwasher,nu and hose clamp. Remove
he hose clamp, nu , s arwasher and backshell and
push he fuel ven fi ing ou . The fuel ven has four
screens ha are held in by a ring. Use a small pick o
dislodge he ring o remove he screens and clean as
required.
Hull
moun ed
fuel ven
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 Fuel anks should never be filled o capaci y. al-
low 2% for expansion.
 Por able anks should only be filled while on he
ground; never on-board he boa .
There is a danger ha s a ic elec rici y can igni e gaso-
line vapors ha have no been ven ila ed ou side an
enclosed area. Use ex reme cau ion when fueling
your boa from a source ou side he regular venues,
(e.g. marinas, fuel service s a ions.)
Your boa has safe y fea ures ha can be circum-
ven ed by no adhering o s andard fueling prac ices.
Your boa s bonding sys em pro ec s i from crea ing
and discharging s a ic elec rici y.
Your boa mus be in con ac wi h he wa er or a land
based grounding sys em. Here are some helpful sug-
ges ions o keep you safe from s a ic elec rici y while
refueling your boa .
 NEVER fuel your boa in unsafe condi ions such
as: suspended on a sling or in a si ua ion ha in-
creases he liklihood of s a ic discharge.
 NEVER use homemade con ainers o fill your fuel
anks.
 Fuel carried on-board ou side of a fixed fuel sys-
em should be s ored in an approved con ainer or
in a por able ank such as provided for ou board
engines and be s owed safely ou side of he engine
or living compar men (s).
 Shu down he engine(s), mo ors and fans prior o
aking on fuel. Any igni ion sources should be ex-
inguished before filling he fuel ank(s).
 Close all por s, windows, doors and ha ches.
 Fueling should never be done a nigh excep in
well-ligh ed areas.
 Always keep he fuel nozzle in con ac wi h he
fuel fill pla e or he edge of he fuel ank opening
hroughou he filling process.
 Allow areas where gasoline vapors could collec
o be ven ila ed before s ar ing he engine(s).
 Wipe any spillage comple ely and dispose of rags
or was e on shore.
 Secure he fill cap igh ly.
Static Electricity and the uel System

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Electrical System
Battery Information
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Ba eries should always be enclosed in he covered
ba ery boxes provided wi h your boa . The box will
con ain any spilled acid, as well as pro ec he ba -
ery erminals from damage or inadver an shor ing
from coming in con ac wi h me al objec s. Each ba -
ery box should always be secured in place by using
he s raps and clamps provided, he s raps will en-
sure ha while underway he ba ery will no move
around, causing damage o componen s s ored in he
same area.
BATTERY BOX LOCATION:
The 2 s andard ba ery boxes can be accessed hrough
a door in he af sec ion of he console in erior.
Battery Maintenance
Ba ery main enance should include:
 Inspec each ba ery and charging sys em before
use; for loose connec ions or wiring.
 Coa he erminals wi h dielec ric grease.
 Keep he ba eries dry.
 Remove he ba eries from he boa during cold
wea her or long erm s orage.
The mos life shor ening experience for he ba ery
is o be drained o zero charge before recharging.
When a ba ery discharges, he ac ive ma erial on bo h
posi ive and nega ive pla es conver s o lead sulfa e,
causing he pla es o become more alike in an elec-
rical charge. The elec rici y conduc ing ba ery acid
becomes weaker and he vol age drops. As he ba -
ery remains discharged, he process con inues un il
recharging he ba ery becomes impossible.
Ba ery Box
Release S rap
Tie-down
s rap
Never reset a breaker without first determining and
correcting the cause of the trip. Should a circuit re-
peatedly trip, have a qualified electrician determine and
correct the cause.
Never use an open flame in the battery storage area.
A void striking sparks near the battery
A battery will explode if a flame or spark ignites the
free hydrogen given off during charging.
The battery should always be disconnected before doing
any work or maintenance on the electrical system.
If equipped with a battery switch, you will need to stop the
engine before moving the switch to the “OFF” position.
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
affected area with large quantities of water and call for
medical assistance.
Always store the battery in the the battery box. Use the
straps and clamp to keep the box secure while underway.
CAUTION
CAUTION
CAUTION
DANGER
NOTICE
!
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!
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Your 240 Ou rage is equipped wi h
an elec rical sys em ha provides
power for he following:
 Engine igni ion
 Engine il rim sys em
 Helm swi ch panel & helm ins rumen panel
 Ligh ing/Naviga ion sys em
 Livewell sys em
 Add-on accessories and elec ronics
The sys em consis s of he following componen s:
 Ba ery boxes, (2 s andard)
 Ba ery swi ch, (2nd swi ch op ional)
 Main & Branch circui breakers
 Helm Igni ion, Swi ch & Ins rumen Panel

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ALL
2
1
OFF
Your 240 Ou rage uses a ba ery selec or swi ch o
con rol delivery of DC power from wo ba eries. The
ba ery swi ch is loca ed below he breaker panel on
he af bulkhead inside he console.
The dual ba ery swi ch has four (4) se ings:
 OFF, you will have no power o he engine(s).
 ALL, you will have power from bo h ba eries
a he same ime. This parallels he ba eries o
assis you in s ar ing he engine(s), once he en-
gine is s ar ed he ba ery swi ch should be aken
off of he ALL se ing, and se o charge ei her
ba ery .
 1, you will have power from he por ba ery only.
 2, you will have power from he s arboard
ba ery only.
When he engines are shu down or no providing a
charge, he sys em will draw power from he s ar-
board ba ery. This will allow you o run all he boa s
func ions wi hou affec ing he por ba ery. You can
run he s arboard ba ery fla and s ill s ar he en-
gines by moving he selec or knob on he ba ery
swi ches o he ALL posi ion. The ba ery swi ches
are loca ed below he breaker panel on he af bulk-
head inside he console. When looking a he panel,
he swi ch on he lef is for he por ba ery and en-
gine, he righ swi ch is for he s arboard ba ery and
engine.
Dual Battery Switches
Selec or Knob
Ba ery 1
Selec ion
Ba ery 2
Selec ion Ba eries
OFF
Selec ion
Ba eries
ALL
Selec ion
Dual Engine Battery Switch Configuration
Both batteries un-connected, preferred position when boat
is not in use.
STARBOARD ENGINE
ALL
2
1
OFF
Normal position while engaging in normal engine opera-
tions.
To parallel batteries, set both switches to the ALL po-
sition.
Return to normal operating positions after starting.
Do not operate boat with batteries in parallel, seri-
ous engine electrical damage may result.
WARNING
WARNING
ALL
2
1
OFF
ALL
2
1
OFF
ALL
2
1
OFF
ALL
2
1
OFF
ALL
2
1
OFF
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PORT ENGINE
The bilge pump will still draw power from the batter-
ies, even if the switches are set to “OFF”.
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If he ba ery does become run down be sure o re-
charge i as soon as possible. Over charging he ba -
ery can be jus as de rimen al o i s life as running i
down oo far.

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This owners manual con ains schema ics for your boa . These elec rical schema ics were
genera ed by echnicians in our Engineering Depar men and are for reference and o be used
by service echnicians. Bos on Whaler® does no recommend ha you a emp o work on
he elec rical sys em yourself, ins ead we sugges ha you ake i o an au horized Bos on
Whaler® dealer for elec rical service. Bos on Whaler® reserves he righ o change or up-
da e he elec rical sys em on any model a any ime wi hou no ice o he consumer and is no obliga ed o
make any upda es o uni s buil prior o he changes.
Console Wiring Diagram
Console Wiring Diagram
(Engine Start)

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Main Brea er Panel
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Hull Wiring Diagram

HORN NAV/ANC FWD BILGE AFT BILGE
INTERIOR
LIGHTS
STBD
FISHBOX
PORT
FISHBOX
FRESH
WATER
SPREADER
LIGHTS
RAW
WATER
LIVEWELL
PUMP
LIVEWELL
LIGHT
ACC-2
ACC-1
IGNITION START COURTESY
LIGHTS
1
2
RPM X
1000
345
6
7
8
0
MODE
10
20
30
40
50
60
70
80
0
MODE
SPEED
12V
+
-
+
-
HORN NAV/ANC FWD BILGE AFT BILGE
INTERIOR
LIGHTS
STBD
FISHBOX
PORT
FISHBOX
FRESH
WATER
SPREADER
LIGHTS
RAW
WATER
LIVEWELL
PUMP
LIVEWELL
LIGHT
ACC-2
ACC-1
IGNITION START COURTESY
LIGHTS
12V
PSI
FUEL
'(
VOLT

0
0
10
10
20
20
30
30
40
40
50
50
55
55
SPEED
SPEED
0
1
2
3
4
5
6
x1000
x1000
RPM
R P M
OIL
PSI
HORN NAV/ANC FWD BILGE AFT BILGE
INTERIOR
LIGHTS
STBD
FISHBOX
PORT
FISHBOX
FRESH
WATER
SPREADER
LIGHTS
RAW
WATER
LIVEWELL
PUMP
COURTESY
LIGHT
LIVEWELL
LIGHT
ACC-2
ACC-1
12V
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16 15 14 13 12
23 24
25 26
17
21 22
19 20
18
28 29 30
240 Outrage,
Instrument Panel Arrangement
27
1Instrument Panel, Blank
2Horn Switch
3Navigation/Anchor Light Switch
Forward Bilge Pump switch
5Aft Bilge Pump Switch
6Interior Lights Switch
7Port Fishbox Pump Switch
8Starboard Fishbox Pump Switch
9Freshwater Pump Switch
10 Raw-water Pump Switch
11 Spreader Lights Switch
12 Accessory-2 Switch
13 Accessory-1 Switch
1 Livewell Light Switch
15 Livewell Pump Switch
16 Courtesy Light Switch
17 12 Volt Accessory Plug
18 Instrument Panel, Analog
19 Voltage Gauge
20 Water Pressure Gauge
21 Speedometer
22 Tachometer
23 Oil Pressure Gauge
2 Fuel Gauge
25 Single Engine Ignition
26 Single Engine Start
27 Instrument Panel, Deluxe
28 Air Temperature Sensor
29 Multi-System Speedometer
30 Multi-System Tachometer