Boston Whaler 320 Vantage User manual

“The mission of Boston Whaler®
is to provide consumers with the
safest, highest quality, most durable
boats in the world”
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1958, The legend is born
as company founder Dick Fisher
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T H E U N S I N K A B L E L E G E N DTM
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.
Should you have any questions or concerns regarding your boat, please don’t hesitate to contact your
selling dealer. They will be more than happy to provide you with all the information and
assistance that you require.
Information and assistance is also available at our corporate website, www.bostonwhaler.com. On our
website, you will find information on our entire lineup of Unsinkable Legends, as well as a collection
of customer resources including parts diagrams, maintenance tips and frequently asked questions. In
addition, you can sign up to receive future issues of Boston Whaler’s lifestyle magazine, Whaler.
Since Boston Whaler’s inception in 1958, we have been committed to providing customers with the
safest, highest quality, most durable boats in the world. I am confident that you, as a Whaler owner,
will also appreciate the quality and pride that is built into every Boston Whaler boat.
From all of us here at Whaler, thank you for purchasing one of our boats. May it
bring you many years of boating enjoyment.

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HISTORY
In 1958,company founderRichardT. Fisher introducedthe
first Boston Whaler®boat in Braintree, Massachussetts. It
featuredtwosignificantinnovations: first, its twin sponson
hull design produced superior stability and a remarkably
dry ride; second, its unique foam core construction made
the boat not only durable, but unsinkable as well.
Fisher took every opportunity to illustrate the unique
characteristics of the Boston Whaler®. His most famous
demonstration was captured in 1961, by Life Magazine.
The series of photographs showed the boat underway, the
boat being sawed in half and ultimately Fisher motoring
away in the remaining half of the boat. 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®because of their seaworthiness, dependablility
and the inherent safety of a hull that won’t sink even if
severely damaged.
Boston Whalers are built to last. For over 50 years Boston
Whaler®has strived tomake each model better, providing
you with a safe and fun boating experience. That is the
reason we offer a 10 year limited transferable warranty.
It is also an excellent reason why you can trust the safety
of your family and friends to a Boston Whaler®.
On September 26, 1996, Richard T. Fisher was
posthumously inducted into the NMMA (National
Marine Manufacturer’s Association) Hall of Fame for
accomplishments made in marine engineering and
construction.
1958, The legend is born
as company founder Dick Fisher
demonstrates a Boston Whaler’s
total unsinkability.
PLEASE KEEP THIS OWNER’S MANUAL PACKET IN A SECURE PLACE, AND BE SURE
TO HAND IT OVER TO THE NEW OWNER IF YOU SELL THE BOAT.

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Welcome Letter..........................................iii
History ......................................................iv
Preface.....................................................vii
Boston Whaler Limited Warranty .................ix
Boston Whaler Limited Warranty
Australia ...............................................xii
Privacy Statement .....................................xv
Introduction........................................... xviii
Owner’s manual ...................................xvi
Your responsibilites...............................xvi
Source of Information...........................xvi
Warranties ...........................................xvi
Contact Phone Numbers and
Internet Addresses.............................xvi
Section 1 • Safety
Explanation of Safety Labels .................... 1-1
Warning Labels ....................................... 1-1
Safe Boating means................................. 1-2
In Addition....................................... 1-2
Safe Boating Checklist ............................. 1-2
Before departure ................................. 1-2
Trailering (if applicable)........................ 1-2
After Return........................................ 1-2
General Considerations............................ 1-3
Maintain Control...................................... 1-3
Boarding................................................. 1-3
Impaired Operation ................................. 1-3
Legally Mandated Equipment
(Minimum Required)............................ 1-5
Personal Flotation devices (PFD’s)......... 1-5
Fire Extinquisher (Portable).................. 1-5
Whistle, Horn...................................... 1-5
Visual Distress Signal........................... 1-5
Additional recommended Equipment for
Safe Operation .................................... 1-5
Carbon Monoxide (CO) ............................ 1-6
End of Life signal (EOL) .......................1-7
In THe Event CO Alarm Activates.......... 1-7
Lifesaving Equipment............................... 1-8
PFD Requirement ................................ 1-8
PFD Classification ................................ 1-8
Emergency Situations.............................. 1-9
Medical Emergency.............................. 1-9
TABLE of CONTENTS
Water Rescue...................................... 1-9
Returning to the victim...................... 1-9
Making contact................................. 1-9
Getting back on board....................... 1-9
Fire ....................................................... 1-9
To lessen the danger of fire................ 1-10
Flooding, Swamping and Capsizing......... 1-10
Flooding ........................................... 1-10
Swamping......................................... 1-10
Capsizing.......................................... 1-10
Collision................................................ 1-11
Propulsion, Control or Steering Failure .... 1-11
Grounding ............................................ 1-11
Distress Signals..................................... 1-11
Visual distress signals (VDS)............... 1-11
Audible distress signals...................... 1-12
Radio Communication............................ 1-12
Weather ............................................... 1-12
Swimming, Diving & Water Skiing........... 1-13
Swimming......................................... 1-13
Diving............................................... 1-13
Water Skiing ..................................... 1-14
Water Skiing Signals .......................... 1-14
Ignition Shutdown Safety Switch............ 1-16
Float Plan ............................................. 1-16
Chart Your Course................................. 1-16
Environmental Considerations ................ 1-17
Fuel & Oil Spillage ............................. 1-17
Excessive Noise................................. 1-17
Wake/Wash....................................... 1-17
Homeland Security Restrictions .............. 1-18
America’s Waterway Watch .................... 1-18
Warning Label Locations........................ 1-18
Key To Symbols Used on Controls
& Prints ............................................ 1-21
Section 2 • General Information
Construction Standard............................. 2-1
Our Hull.................................................. 2-1
Hull Identification Number.................... 2-1
Servicing Your Boston Whaler................... 2-1
Manufacturer’s Certification...................... 2-1
CE Certification design Category........... 2-3
Power Capacity.................................... 2-3
Specifications & Dimensions..................... 2-4
Passenger Areas...................................... 2-5

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Recommended passenger Locations ......... 2-6
Location Of Thru-Hull Fittings................... 2-7
Features................................................. 2-8
Deck Features ..................................... 2-8
Power Options..................................... 2-9
Console Features................................. 2-9
Bilge Features ................................... 2-10
Port Console Features........................ 2-11
Starboard Console Features................ 2-12
Side Pocket Features.......................... 2-13
Cockpit/Transom Features.................. 2-14
Cockpit Utility Center ......................... 2-16
Deluxe Prep Center (Option) .............. 2-17
Hardtop Features............................... 2-18
Seating................................................. 2-19
Storage ................................................ 2-20
Tempered Glass Windshield.................... 2-21
Control Station Switch Panel................... 2-21
Utility Center Switch Panel ..................... 2-22
Notable Options.................................... 2-23
Gear Shift & Throttle Control.................. 2-25
Digital Throttle/Shift (DTS®)............... 2-25
DTS Control Pad................................ 2-25
Shadow Mode Technology............... 2-26
Auto Sync ...................................... 2-26
Power Trim Operation ..................... 2-26
SmartcraftTM VesselView......................... 2-27
System Calibration (First Time Use) .... 2-27
Navigation Lighting................................ 2-27
Operating The navigation Lighting ...... 2-27
Dynamic Running Surfaces™(Trim Tabs). 2-28
Auto Glide Boat Control Systems (Option)2-29
Electrolytic Corrosion & Zinc Anodes....... 2-29
Maintenance ..................................... 2-30
Joystick Piloting (Option) ....................... 2-30
System Features................................ 2-30
Propeller Warning Lights .................... 2-31
Entertainment System ........................... 2-31
Operating Your Stereo w/USB Device.. 2-31
Connecting an Auxiliary Device........... 2-32
Premium Stereo System (Option)........ 2-32
Flat Screen TV (Option) ..................... 2-32
Dockside Television Hookup (Option) .. 2-32
Dive Door............................................. 2-32
Dive Ladder .......................................... 2-33
Beach Boarding Ladder (Option)............. 2-33
To Access Beach Boarding Ladder....... 2-33
Air Compressor (Option)........................ 2-33
Helm Area Seating ................................ 2-34
Captain’s Chair .................................. 2-34
Companion Lounge............................ 2-34
Foldaway Aft Bench Seat ....................... 2-35
Port Convertable Lounge........................ 2-35
Port Cabin Settee .................................. 2-36
Port and Starboard Opening Vents.......... 2-36
Swim Ladder......................................... 2-37
Sum Shade (Option).............................. 2-37
Canvas (Option).................................... 2-37
Bow Block Off Panel .............................. 2-38
Transom Door....................................... 2-38
Underwater Lights (Option).................... 2-39
Electric Grill (Option)............................. 2-39
Utility Center
Refrigerator/Freezer (Option) ............. 2-40
Cockpit Table (Option)........................... 2-40
Bow Table (Option) ............................... 2-41
Docking, Lifting and Trailering................ 2-42
Docking............................................ 2-42
Lifting............................................... 2-42
Propeller............................................... 2-43
Section 3 • Systems & Components
Overview & Operation
Bilge Pumps............................................ 3-1
Maintenance ....................................... 3-1
Fuel & Oil Spillage ............................... 3-1
Testing The Bilge Pump and
Electronic Float Switch......................... 3-3
Power Steering........................................ 3-3
Filling & Maintenance........................... 3-3
Fuel System............................................ 3-4
Fuel Tank............................................ 3-5
Fuel Vent ............................................ 3-5
Fuel Distribution System ...................... 3-5
Filling The Tank................................... 3-5
Static Electricity and the Fuel System........ 3-6
Ethanol Blended Fuel............................... 3-7
Starting the Engines................................ 3-8
Prior To Starting .................................. 3-8
Start Engines ...................................... 3-9
Warming Up The Engines.....................3-9
Stopping the Engines...............................3-9
Fresh Water System .............................. 3-10
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Filling the Tank.................................. 3-10
Fresh Water Pump............................. 3-11
Transom and Bow Shower.................. 3-11
Maintenance ..................................... 3-11
Water heater (Option) ........................... 3-12
Maintenance ..................................... 3-12
Raw Water System................................ 3-13
Livewell................................................ 3-13
Maintenance ..................................... 3-13
Livewell (Option)................................... 3-14
Raw Water Washdown (Option).............. 3-14
Operation.......................................... 3-14
Maintenance ..................................... 3-14
Grey Water System (Option) .................. 3-14
Fish Box With Pumpout Discharge.......... 3-15
Head System ........................................ 3-16
Environmental Consideration.............. 3-16
Macerator/Overboard Discharge ......... 3-16
Macerator Operation.......................... 3-17
Maintenance................................... 3-18
Dockside Discharge......................... 3-18
Air Conditioning (Option)....................... 3-18
Operation.......................................... 3-19
Maintenance ..................................... 3-19
Generator (Option)................................ 3-20
Starting The Generator ...................... 3-21
Stopping The Generator..................... 3-21
Maintenace ....................................... 3-21
Operation in European Union Member
Countries ....................................... 3-22
Fire Suppression System (Option)........... 3-22
In The Event of Discharge.................. 3-22
Manual Override System (Option)....... 3-23
To Operate..................................... 3-23
Bow Thruster........................................ 3-23
Spotlight (Option) ................................. 3-25
Ski Tow Bit (Option) .............................. 3-25
Anchor Windlass ................................... 3-25
Operating the Windlass From
the Helm........................................ 3-25
Lowering the Anchor.......................... 3-26
Raising the Anchor ............................ 3-26
Operating The Windlass With Remote..... 3-26
Remote Operation ............................. 3-26
Operating the Windlass Manually............ 3-27
Manual Operation.............................. 3-27
Anchoring............................................. 3-28
Considerations................................... 3-28
Lowering the Anchor.......................... 3-29
Setting the Anchor............................. 3-29
Weighing the Anchor ......................... 3-29
Safety Lanyard .................................. 3-29
Section 4 • Electrical
Electrical System..................................... 4-1
Batteries............................................. 4-1
Battery Locations Chart w/Joystick Option. 4-2
Battery Charger....................................... 4-2
Overload Protection ............................. 4-2
Maintenance ....................................... 4-2
Battery Switches ..................................... 4-2
Maintenance ....................................... 4-3
Fuse Block.............................................. 4-4
Automatic Charging Relays (ACR)............. 4-4
AC Electrical System................................4-5
Shore Power ....................................... 4-5
ELCI (Equipment Leakage Circuit
Interrupter) ............................................ 4-5
To Connect Shore Power...................... 4-6
To Disconnect Shore Power......................4-6
Galvanic Isolator ..................................... 4-7
Maintenance ....................................... 4-7
Main DC Breaker.....................................4-7
Component Breakers ............................... 4-7
Control Station Switch Panel................... 4-11
Utility Center Switch Panel ..................... 4-11
12 Volt Accessory Receptacle ................. 4-12
Lighting................................................ 4-12
Ground Fault Interrupter Receptacle (GFI)
International Option .......................... 4-12
Transducer Location .............................. 4-13
Rigging................................................. 4-13
Electrical Schematics ............................. 4-14
Wiring Identification Chart ..................... 4-14
Section 5 • Care & Maintenance
Routine Care & Maintenance.................... 5-1
Hull .................................................... 5-1
Waxing the Gel Coat Surfaces .................. 5-1
Hull Maintenance..................................... 5-2
Hull Blistering ......................................... 5-2
Prevention .......................................... 5-1
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INFORMATION IN THIS PUBLICATION IS BASED ON THE LATEST PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS AVAILABLE AT PRINTING, BOSTON WHALER® BOATS, INC. RESERVES THE RIGHT
TO MAKE CHANGES AT ANY TIME WITHOUT NOTICE, IN THE COLORS, EQUIPMENT, SPECIFICATIONS, MATERIALS AND PRICES OF ALL MODELS, OR TO DISCONTINUE MODELS.
SHOULD CHANGES OR MODIFICATIONS TO THE MODELS BE MADE BOSTON WHALER®IS NOT OBLIGATED TO MAKE SIMILAR CHANGES OR MODIFICATIONS TO MODELS SOLD
PRIOR TO THE DATE OF SUCH CHANGES.
BOSTON WHALER®• A BRUNSWICK COMPANY
MRP #2199053
Printed in the U.S.A. © Boston Whaler, Inc. All rights reserved.
CONQUEST, BOSTON WHALER®
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This Owner’s Manual has been written to provide specific information about your boat and it should be read carefully.
Keep this booklet with the Manuals 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 equipment 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 localYacht Club will be pleased to advise you of marine safety classes and
safe boating classes in your area.
PREFACE
Specifications and standard equipment are subject to change. Boston Whaler is not responsible for changes to parts or accessories manufactured by companies other than Boston Whaler.
Active Deck Suspension System, Boston Whaler, Whaler, the Boston Whaler logo, Conquest, Dauntless, Montauk, and Outrage are registered trademarks of Boston Whaler, Incorporated.
Accutrack, Unibond, The Unsinkable Legend, Ventura, and Whaleboard are trademarks of Boston Whaler, Incorporated. Mercury and Optimax are registered trademarks of Mercury Marine, and
SmartCraftand Veradoare trademarksof Mercury Marine.Trademarksof othersare theproperty of theirrespective owners. All mercuryengine informationprovided byMercury Marine, June2007.
Information contained within this publication is believed to be correct at the time of printing.
Bottom Painting ...................................... 5-2
Bottom Painting a Bare Hull.................. 5-3
Bottom Painting a Pre-Painted Hull........ 5-3
Rubrail care ............................................ 5-4
Cleaning Fiberglass & Non-Skid................5-4
Stainless Steel Care................................. 5-4
Aluminum Care ....................................... 5-5
Cushions................................................. 5-5
To Clean Your Cushions........................ 5-5
Cleaning Your Instrument Gauges ............5-6
Canvas Care and Maintenance.................. 5-6
Maintaining a Good Appearance............5-6
On a Regular Basis............................ 5-6
Cleaning stubborn Stains......................5-7
Maintaining Zippers and Hardware............ 5-7
Maintaining Your Vinyl Windows............... 5-7
Cleaning Tempered Glass Windshield........ 5-8
Long term Storage & Winterization........... 5-8
Engine................................................ 5-8
Fuel System ........................................ 5-9
Fresh Water System............................. 5-9
Head System..................................... 5-10
Electrical System ............................... 5-10
Battery ............................................. 5-10
Deck................................................. 5-10
Drainage........................................... 5-10
Avoid Loss ........................................ 5-10
Cover................................................ 5-10
Trailer Storage ...................................... 5-11
Environment......................................... 5-11
Reinforcement Location Diagram............ 5-12
Reinforcement Locations........................ 5-12
Maintenance Log................................... 5-13
Attachments
Commissioning Checklist
Product Registration Card

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BOSTON WHALER LIMITED WARRANTY
Boston Whaler, Inc. (“Boston Whaler”) provides the following Limited Warranty to the original retail owner of its
2016 model year boats, if purchased from an authorized Boston Whaler Dealer and operated under normal, non-
commercial use (“Boat’’), subject to the remedies, exclusions, and limitations set out below.
1. Ten-Year Structural Hull Limited Warranty: Any Structural Hull Defect in material or workmanship which
is reported within ten (10) years from the date of sale to the original purchaser will be repaired or replaced at
Boston Whaler’s sole discretion. The “Hull” shall mean the single fiberglass molded shell and integral structural
components. A Structural Hull Defect shall mean a substantial defect in the Boat’s Hull which causes the boat to be
unfit or unsafe for general use as a pleasure craft under normal operating conditions
2. Three-Year Limited Warranty on Components Manufactured or Installed By Boston Whaler: 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 workmanship, which are reported within three years from the date of sale
to the original purchaser, and are not addressed in the specific warranties listed in paragraph 1 or 3 or set out in the
Exclusions paragraph below.
3. One-Year Limited Warranty on Upholstered Items, Canvas, Teak, and Powder Coating: Boston Whaler
will repair or replace, at its sole discretion, any upholstered items, canvas, teak, and powder coating manufactured or
installed by Boston Whaler that are defective in factory materials and/or workmanship and are reported within one
year from the date of sale to the original purchaser.
4. Transportation: For warranty claims filed under the following provisions 1)Ten-Year Structural Hull Limited
Warranty, 2) Three Year Limited Warranty for Warranty Servicing of Vessels with Beams equal to or greater than 8.5
feet and not legally trailer-able without special permits and 3) One Year Limited Warranty for Warranty Servicing
of Vessels not offered with a standard trailer: Reasonable expenses, at Boston Whaler’s sole discretion, for hauling
out, transportation to and from the dealer or other service provider authorized by Boston Whaler for warranty service.
EXCLUSIONS
This limited warranty does not apply to any boat which has been salvaged or declared a total loss or constructive
total loss for any reason not covered in this limited warranty. This warranty also does not apply to the following
items:
(1) Except where offered above, expenses for hauling out, transportation to and from the dealer or the Boston
Whaler factory for warranty service.
(2) Equipment or accessories which are not installed by Boston Whaler or which carry their own individual
warranties, including but not limited to engines, engine components, batteries, propellers, controls, steering
mechanisms, and electronics.
(3) Damage, deterioration, discoloration or mold of cushions, cosmetic surface finishes, including discoloration,
chalking, cracking, crazing, fading or oxidation of gel coat, stress lines, plated or painted metal and stainless
steel finishes, plastics or acrylic materials, or anti-fouling bottom paint.
(4) Windshield breakage and leakage.
(5) Any Boston Whaler boat initially sold at retail by a party other than an authorized Boston Whaler dealer.
(6) Damage resulting from abuse, misuse, improper rigging and installation by an owner or any other person
or entity not being an authorized dealer, accidents, overloading or powering in excess of the recommended
maximum horsepower.
(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, anchor rope,
trailer finishes, tires, brakes, bearings and lights.
(8) Any Boston Whaler boat which has been altered or modified from Boston Whaler factory specifications,
including penetration of the hull by anyone other than Boston Whaler factory personnel or Boston Whaler
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(1) Use of improper trailer, improperly placed supporting bunks or slings, incorrect bunks placement and improper
boat lift or sling.
(2) Any Boston Whaler boat used for commercial, which includes but is not limited to any for-profit uses, or other
revenue-generating purposes.
(3) Any representation or implication relating to speed, range, fuel consumption or estimated performance
characteristics.
(4) Any failure or defect caused by an act of nature resulting in damage, cost, or expense;
(5) Any failure or defect arising from a previous repair made by a non-authorized service provider.
(6) Any item exceeding the expressed coverage limits specified in any Boston Whaler Limited Warranty.
(7) Any defect or repair requiring redesign of the Boat, except pursuant to the recall provisions of the United States
Federal Boat Safety Act of 1971 or the recall laws of any other foreign jurisdiction.
SOLE REMEDY
THE REMEDY OF REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT OF PARTS OR MATERIALS THATARE FOUND TO BE
DEFECTIVE IN FACTORY MATERIALS OR WORKMANSHIP COVERED BY THIS LIMITED WARRANTY
SHALL CONSTITUTE THE OWNER’S SOLE AND EXCLUSIVE REMEDYAGAINST BOSTON WHALER
FOR ANY CLAIMS WHATSOEVER OF ECONOMIC LOSS RESULTING FROM PRODUCT FAILURE.
In keeping with environmental policies and practices, Boston Whaler reserves the right to utilize reconditioned,
refurbished, repaired or remanufactured products or parts in the warranty repair or replacement process. Such products
and parts will be comparable in function and performance to an original product or part and warranted for the remainder
of the original warranty period. In no event shall any repair or replacement under this Limited 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.
OTHER LIMITATIONS
EXCEPTAS SET FORTH HEREIN, THERE ARE NO OTHER WARRANTIES EITHER EXPRESS OR
IMPLIED PROVIDED BY BOSTON WHALER ON THIS BOAT. ALL OTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRESS
OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF FITNESS AND MERCHANTABILITY, ARE
EXPRESSLY EXCLUDED. BOSTON WHALER FURTHER DISCLAIMS ANY LIABILITY FOR ECONOMIC
LOSS ARISING FROM CLAIMS OF PRODUCT FAILURE, NEGLIGENCE, DEFECTIVE DESIGN,
MANUFACTURING DEFECT, FAILURE TO WARN AND/OR INSTRUCT, LACK OF SEAWORTHINESS,
AND ANY OTHER THEORY OF LIABILITY NOT EXPRESSLY COVERED UNDER THE TERMS OF THIS
LIMITED WARRANTY.
ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FORA PARTICULAR PURPOSE IS
DISCLAIMED. TO THE EXTENT THE IMPLIED WARRANTY CANNOT BE DISCLAIMED, IT IS LIMITED
TO THE SHORTER OF ONE YEAR FROM THE DATE OF DELIVERY TO THE FIRST RETAIL OWNER
OR THE DURATION OF THE RESPECTIVE EXPRESS LIMITED WARRANTIES STATED HEREIN. TO
THE EXTENTALLOWED BY LAW, NEITHER BOSTON WHALER, NOR THE SELLING DEALER,
SHALL HAVE ANY RESPONSIBILITY FOR LOSS OF THE BOAT, LOSS OF TIME, INCONVENIENCE,
COMMERCIAL LOSS OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES. SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW LIMITATIONS
ON HOW LONGAN IMPLIED WARRANTY LASTS, SO THE ABOVE LIMITATION MAY NOT BE
APPLICABLE. SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW THE EXCLUSION OR LIMITATION OF INCIDENTAL
OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, SO THE ABOVE LIMITATIONS OR EXCLUSIONS MAY NOT BE
APPLICABLE. THIS WARRANTY GIVES THE OWNER SPECIFIC LEGAL RIGHTS,AND THE OWNER
MAYALSO HAVE OTHER RIGHTS WHICH VARY FROM STATE TO STATE OR COUNTRY TO COUNTRY.
RETAIL CUSTOMERS IN THE EUROPEAN ECONOMICAREA (EEA) MAY HAVE LEGAL RIGHTS
UNDER APPLICABLE NATIONAL LEGISLATION REGARDING THE SALE OF CONSUMER GOODS
WHICH ARE NOT AFFECTED BY THIS LIMITED WARRANTY. THE RETAIL CUSTOMER’S LEGAL
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GOODS SHALL NOT BE AFFECTED. Information on authorized EEA dealers and EEA Privacy may be
obtained by contacting Boston Whaler at www.bostonwhaler.com.
STATUTE OF LIMITATIONS
Any action for rescission or revocation against Boston Whaler shall be barred unless it is commenced within one
(1) year from the date of accrual of such cause of action. This provision does not grant any consumer a right of
rescission or revocation against Boston Whaler, where such right does not otherwise exist under applicable law.
Some states may not allow the applicable statute of limitations for rescission or revocation to be reduced, so this
provision may not apply to each retail owner.
OWNER’S OBLIGATIONS
To initiate a warranty claim, it is the responsibility of the purchaser to contact an authorized Boston Whaler
dealer immediately after discovery of any defect, describe the nature of the problem, and provide a hull serial
number, date of purchase, and name of selling dealer. The authorized dealer will notify Boston Whaler, who is
solely responsible for determining and authorizing in writing the remedial action(s) to be performed at either an
authorized Boston Whaler dealership chosen by Boston Whaler or at the Boston Whaler factory. The purchaser
should notify Boston Whaler of any boat being repaired by an authorized Boston Whaler dealer which has been at
the dealership for fifteen (15) days, or of any claimed defect which was not corrected after one repair attempt. Our
privacy policies are available at www.bostonwhaler.com.
ASSIGNMENT OF COMPONENT WARRANTIES
Except as expressly set out herein, all warranties provided by the manufacturers and distributors of components,
equipment, and parts on the boat (collectively “Component Manufacturers”) are hereby assigned to the owner to
the extent permitted by the Component Manufacturers, as the owner’s sole and exclusive remedy with respect to
such items.
REGISTRATION & WARRANTY TRANSFER POLICY
Boston Whaler provides each new boat owner with a product registration card which should be filled out and
sent to Boston Whaler within 30 days of purchase. Please complete and return the product registration card
within 30 days of purchase of your boat in order to facilitate processing of warranty claims and for manufacturer
notifications.
The ten-year, three-year, and one-year limited warranties are transferable to a subsequent owner, except this
limited warranty will not transfer to any new owner of a boat which has been salvaged and resold, or resold after a
declaration of a total loss or a constructive total loss, i.e. the cost of repair exceeds the value of the boat. The new
owner must fill out and send in a Boston Whaler warranty transfer form, accessible from www.bostonwhaler.com, a
copy of the bill of sale to Boston Whaler, 100 Whaler Way, Edgewater, Florida 32141, within 30 days of purchase.
MODIFICATIONS & SEVERABILITY
The terms and conditions contained herein, as well as those of any documents prepared in conjunction with the
sale of this vessel may not be modified, altered or waived by any action, inaction, or representations, whether
oral or in writing, except upon the expressed, written authority of a management level employee of Boston
Whaler. The invalidity or unenforceability of any one or more of the provisions herein shall not affect the
validity and enforceability of the other provisions.
World Headquarters, 100 Whaler Way, Edgewater, FL 32141
Phone [phone]
Internet Address: www.bostonwhaler.com

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BOSTON WHALER LIMITED WARRANTY- AUSTRALIA
Boston Whaler, Inc. of 100 Whaler Way, Edgewater, Florida 32141 USA (“Boston Whaler”) provides the following
Limited Warranty to the original retail owner of its 2016 model year boats, if purchased from an authorized Boston Whaler
Dealer and operated under normal, non-commercial use (“Boat’’), subject to the remedies, exclusions, and limitations set
out below.
1. Ten-Year Structural Hull Limited Warranty: Any Structural Hull Defect in material or workmanship which is
reported within ten (10) years from the date of sale to the original purchaser will be repaired or replaced at Boston Whaler’s
sole discretion. The “Hull” shall mean the single fiberglass molded shell and integral structural components. A Structural
Hull Defect shall mean a substantial defect in the Boat’s Hull which causes the boat to be unfit or unsafe for general use as
a pleasure craft under normal operating conditions
2. Three-Year Limited Warranty on Components Manufactured or Installed By Boston Whaler: 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 workmanship, which are reported within three years from the date of sale to the original
purchaser, and are not addressed in the specific warranties listed in paragraph 1 or 3 or set out in the Exclusions paragraph
below.
3. One-Year Limited Warranty on Upholstered Items, Canvas, Teak, and Powder Coating: Boston Whaler will
repair or replace, at its sole discretion, any upholstered items, canvas, teak, and powder coating manufactured or installed
by Boston Whaler that are defective in factory materials and/or workmanship and are reported within one year from the
date of sale to the original purchaser.
4. Transportation: For warranty claims filed under the following provisions 1)Ten-Year Structural Hull Limited
Warranty, 2) Three Year Limited Warranty for Warranty Servicing of Vessels with Beams equal to or greater than 8.5
feet and not trailer-able without special permits and 3) One Year Limited Warranty for Warranty Servicing of Vessels not
offered with a standard trailer: Reasonable expenses, at Boston Whaler’s sole discretion, for hauling out, transportation to
and from the dealer or other service provider authorized by Boston Whaler for warranty service.
EXCLUSIONS
This limited warranty does not apply to any boat which has been salvaged or declared a total loss or constructive total
loss for any reason not covered in this limited warranty. This limited warranty also does not apply to the following
items:
(1) Except where offered above, expenses for hauling out, transportation to and from the dealer or the Boston Whaler
factory for warranty service.
(2) Equipment or accessories which are not installed by Boston Whaler or which carry their own individual warranties,
including but not limited to engines, engine components, batteries, propellers, controls, steering mechanisms, and
electronics.
(3) Damage, deterioration, discoloration or mold of cushions, cosmetic surface finishes, including discoloration, chalking,
cracking, crazing, fading or oxidation of gel coat, stress lines, plated or painted metal and stainless steel finishes,
plastics or acrylic materials, or anti-fouling bottom paint.
(4) Windshield breakage and leakage.
(5) Any Boston Whaler boat initially sold at retail by a party other than an authorized Boston Whaler dealer.
(6) Damage resulting from abuse, misuse, improper rigging and installation by an owner or any other person or entity not
being an authorized dealer, accidents, overloading or powering in excess of the recommended maximum horsepower.
(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, anchor rope, trailer finishes, tires,
brakes, bearings and lights.
(8) Any Boston Whaler boat which has been altered or modified from Boston Whaler factory specifications, including
penetration of the hull by anyone other than Boston Whaler factory personnel or Boston Whaler authorized dealer
service personnel following factory specified procedures.
(9) Use of improper trailer, improperly placed supporting bunks or slings, incorrect bunks placement and improper boat
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(1) Any Boston Whaler boat used for commercial, which includes but is not limited to any for-profit uses, or other revenue-
generating purposes.
(2) Any representation or implication relating to speed, range, fuel consumption or estimated performance characteristics.
(3) Any failure or defect caused by an act of nature resulting in damage, cost, or expense;
(4) Any failure or defect arising from a previous repair made by a non-authorized service provider.
(5) Any item exceeding the expressed coverage limits specified in any Boston Whaler Limited Warranty.
(6) Any defect or repair requiring redesign of the Boat, except pursuant to the recall provisions of the United States Federal
Boat Safety Act of 1971 or the recall laws of any other foreign jurisdiction.
SOLE REMEDY UNDER THIS LIMITED WARRANTY
THE REMEDY OF REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT OF PARTS OR MATERIALS THATARE FOUND TO BE
DEFECTIVE IN FACTORY MATERIALS OR WORKMANSHIP COVERED BY THIS LIMITED WARRANTY
SHALL CONSTITUTE THE OWNER’S SOLE AND EXCLUSIVE REMEDYAGAINST BOSTON WHALER
UNDER THIS LIMITED WARRANTY FOR ANY CLAIMS WHATSOEVER OF ECONOMIC LOSS RESULTING
FROM PRODUCT FAILURE. In keeping with environmental policies and practices, Boston Whaler reserves the right to
utilize reconditioned, refurbished, repaired or remanufactured products or parts in the warranty repair or replacement process.
Such products and parts will be comparable in function and performance to an original product or part and warranted for the
remainder of the original warranty period. In no event shall any repair or replacement under this Limited 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.
OTHER LIMITATIONS
EXCEPT AS SET FORTH HEREIN AND EXCEPT FOR THE GUARANTEES AND OTHER RIGHTS AND REMEDIES
THAT A CONSUMER MAY HAVE UNDER A LAW IN RELATION TO WHICH THE BOAT OR ITS COMPONENTS
RELATES:
1. THERE ARE NO OTHER WARRANTIES EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED PROVIDED BY BOSTON
WHALER ON THIS BOAT. ALL OTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING IMPLIED
WARRANTIES OF FITNESS AND MERCHANTABILITY, ARE EXPRESSLY EXCLUDED.;
2. TO THE EXTENT ALLOWED BY LAW, BOSTON WHALER FURTHER DISCLAIMS ANY LIABILITY
FOR ECONOMIC LOSS ARISING FROM CLAIMS OF PRODUCT FAILURE, NEGLIGENCE, DEFECTIVE
DESIGN, MANUFACTURING DEFECT, FAILURE TO WARN AND/OR INSTRUCT, LACK OF
SEAWORTHINESS, ANDANY OTHER THEORY OF LIABILITY NOT EXPRESSLY COVERED UNDER
THE TERMS OF THIS LIMITED WARRANTY;
3. ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE IS
DISCLAIMED; AND.
4. TO THE EXTENT ALLOWED BY LAW, NEITHER BOSTON WHALER, NOR THE SELLING DEALER,
SHALL HAVE ANY RESPONSIBILITY FOR LOSS OF THE BOAT, LOSS OF TIME, INCONVENIENCE,
COMMERCIAL LOSS OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES.
WHAT OWNER MUST DO TO CLAIM THIS LIMITED WARRANTY
To initiate a warranty claim, it is the responsibility of the owner to contact an authorized Boston Whaler dealer
immediately after discovery of any defect, describe the nature of the problem, and provide a hull serial number, date of
purchase, and name of selling dealer. A list of authorized Boston Whaler dealers and their contact details is available at
www.bostonwhaler.com.
The authorized dealer will notify Boston Whaler, who is solely responsible for determining and authorizing in writing the
remedial action(s) to be performed at either an authorized Boston Whaler dealership chosen by Boston Whaler or at the
Boston Whaler factory. The owner will be notified of where the Boat is to be delivered for inspection and any repairs.
The owner is responsible for delivering the Boat to that location.
The owner must also:
 comply with all reasonable directions given by the authorized dealer and/or Boston Whaler in connection
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 refer all warranty work or repairs to the authorized dealer for authorization as a condition precedent to Lim-
ited Warranty coverage;
 allow Boston Whaler an opportunity to resolve any warranty claim; and
 notify Boston Whaler of any Boat being repaired by an authorized Boston Whaler dealer which has been
at the dealership for fteen (15) days, or of any claimed defect which was not corrected after one repair at-
tempt.
Our privacy policies are available at www.bostonwhaler.com.
EXPENSE OF CLAIMING THIS LIMITED WARRANTY
This limited warranty does not cover any expenses that you may incur claiming the warranty.
REGISTRATION & WARRANTY TRANSFER POLICY
This limited warranty is conditional upon the original retail owner activating the warranty coverage and, where
applicable, upon Boston Whaler accepting the transfer to any subsequent owner or owners of any unexpired terms of
the warranty provisions that are capable of being transferred in accordance with the terms and conditions of this limited
warranty.
The limited warranty coverage may be activated by the authorized selling dealer registering the sale of a new Boat
with Boston Whaler. Alternatively, the purchaser may activate the limited warranty coverage by filling out the product
registration card which Boston Whaler provides each new boat owner and sending the card to Boston Whaler at the
address shown at the foot of this warranty within 30 days of purchase.
The ten-year, three-year, and one-year limited warranties are transferable to a subsequent owner, except this limited
warranty will not transfer to any new owner of a boat which has been salvaged and resold, or resold after a declaration of
a total loss or a constructive total loss, i.e. the cost of repair exceeds the value of the boat. The new owner must fill out
and send in a Boston Whaler warranty transfer form, accessible from www.bostonwhaler.com, a copy of the bill of sale,
and a $50.00 fee to Boston Whaler, 100 Whaler Way, Edgewater, Florida 32141, within 30 days of purchase.
MODIFICATIONS & SEVERABILITY
The terms and conditions contained herein, as well as those of any documents prepared in conjunction with the
sale of this vessel may not be modified, altered or waived by any action, inaction, or representations, whether oral
or in writing, except upon the expressed, written authority of a management level employee of Boston Whaler.
The invalidity or unenforceability of any one or more of the provisions herein shall not affect the validity and
enforceability of the other provisions.
WARRANTIES UNDER AUSTRALIAN CONSUMER LAW
Our goods come with guarantees that cannot be excluded under the Australian Consumer Law. You are entitled to
a replacement or refund for a major failure and compensation for any other reasonably foreseeable loss or damage.
You are also entitled to have the goods repaired or replaced if the goods fail to be of acceptable quality and the fail-
ure does not amount to a major failure.
World Headquarters, 100 Whaler Way, Edgewater, FL 32141
Phone [phone]
Internet Address: www.bostonwhaler.com
Email: [e-mail]

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Thank you for purchasing a boat or requesting information from Boston Whaler! This Privacy Statement is to inform you
how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard the personal information you provide to us through your purchases, requests for
brochures, product registration cards, promotions, surveys, call centers, or other customer contacts. To see our full Privacy Policy
and any updates, please visit www.whaler.com and select the Privacy Statement link.
“Personal information” may include your name, age, mailing address, residential phone number, or e-mail address. It may also
include income ranges, marital status, product or lifestyle preferences, and information concerning dealer service.
How We Collect Personal Information: Our authorized dealer provided Boston Whaler or our company in the European Union
with personal information collected at the time of your boat order/purchase with other product registration data and will continue
to provide warranty and servicing information on your boat. We will send you customer satisfaction surveys which you may
elect to return to provide us with information on your boat purchase and your servicing needs. Your personal information may be
gather5ed by or shared with Boston Whaler’s marketing providers and affiliated companies, who have comparable
levels of privacy protection, for the purposes described in this statement. Boston Whaler, your dealer, and our marketing
providerscollectpersonalinformationwhenyourrequestinformationaboutourcompaniesandfromsurveys,promotions,contests,
correspondence, your e-mails, telephone inquiries, web forms, and other communications.
How We Use & Disclose Personal Information: Unless you advise us otherwise, Boston Whaler, our authorized dealers,
affiliated companies, and our marketing providers may generally collect, use, disclose, hold, and file your personal information
for the following purposes: (1) Providing goods, brochures, information, incentives, and/or services to you or on your behalf; (2)
Fulfilling the terms of our limited warranty or other service obligation; (3) Facilitating recalls or service campaigns if necessary;
(4) Reviewing goods and/or services provided to you in product, services, and marketing analyses; (5) Ensuring your satisfaction
through surveys or other contacts; (6)Administration, billing, accounting, and collections; and protecting against fraud and error;
and (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 WILLNOT SELLYOUR PERSONAL INFORMATION OR SUBJECT
YOU TO TELEMARKETING OR UNSOLICITED E-MAIL.
Safeguards: We use security safeguards appropriate to the sensitivity of personal information to protect it from loss or theft, as
well as prohibiting unauthorized access, disclosure, copying, use or modification of your personal information. These safeguards
include restricted access to offices and equipment, security clearances, the use of passwords and/or encryption, publishing our
privacy policy to appropriate personnel with instructions to act in accordance with its principles, and contractual provisions with
our marketing agents and authorized dealers to follow the principles of our privacy policy.
Access and Correction to Your Personal Information: Subject to the exceptions provided by applicable law, we will
provide, upon written request, your specific personal information collected in a form which is generally understandable. Your
Personal Information is held by us and for us by our marketing agency, AVALA, who has contractually agreed to protect your
information according to our privacy policies at the following addresses: Boston Whaler Inc., 100 Whaler Way, Edgewater, FL
32141. Please direct corrections, withdrawal of consent for specific purpose, complaints or other inquiries regarding personal
information to: Terry Domian, AVALA Marketing Group; 1078 Headquarters Park Drive, Fenton, MO, 63026; Phone: (636)
343-9988, Fax: [phone], E-mail: [e-mail]. You can withdraw consent for us to use your
personal information at any time or provide corrections upon providing to us a 30-day notice, unless withdrawing consent would
impede the performance of legal obligations. We are requires by law to provide you with information for product recall and other
product safety relates purposes. The withdrawal of your consent may also adversely affect our ability to provide products and
services to you and to maintain our relationship. Please note, notifying us will not result in withdrawing consent from your dealer,
who should be contacted separately.
Obtaining Consent: If any supplementary disclosure is required, we will obtain your consent for disclosure to other persons or
organizations and for other purposes than stated herein, unless otherwise permitted by law.
Thank you again for your business. We hope you have many years of wonderful boating experiences!
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INTRODUCTION
The material here and in the rest of the Owner’s
Manual Packet:
• Gives you basic safety information;
• Describes the features of your boat;
• Describes the equipment on your boat;
• Describes the fundamentals of boat use; and
• Contains service and maintenance
information.
You must learn to operate this boat as well as read,
understand and use this manual.
What this manual does not give you is a course in
boating safety, or how to navigate, anchor or dock
your boat. Operating a power boat safely requires
more skills, knowledge and awareness than is
necessary for a car or truck.
Your responsibilities
For your safety, the safety of your passengers, other
boaters and people in the water, you must:
• Take a boating safety course;
• Get instruction in the safe and proper handling
of your boat;
• Understand and follow the “rules of the road”;
• Learn how to navigate.
Source of Information
In North America, contact one of the following for
boating courses:
• U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary
• U.S. Power Squadron
• Canadian Power and Sail Squadrons
• Red Cross
• State Boating Offices
• Yacht Club
Contact the Boat/U.S. Foundation at 1-800-336-2628
or go to www.boatus.com/foundation
Outside of North America, contact your boat dealer
and/or your governmental boating agency for
assistance.
A comprehensive background in boating can be
found in the book, Chapman - Piloting, Seamanship
and Small Boat Handling, by Elbert S. Maloney,
published by Hearst Marine.
Warranties
In addition to the Boston Whaler®Limited Warranty
for your boat, eachcomponent and/or system onyour
boat has its own warranty that will be found with the
specific information and manual for that component.
The manuals are includedwith your Owner’s Manual
Packet. Locate and read the individual warranties,
then keep them together for easy future reference.
Boston Whaler, Inc.
Phone.............................................1-877-294-5645
Internet........................................www.whaler.com
United States Coast Guard
Phone.............................................1-800-368-5647
Internet.................................www.uscgboating.org
Boat US Foundation
Phone.............................................1-800-336-2628
Internet..................... www.boatus.com/foundation
Canadian Coast Guard
Phone.............................................1-800-267-6687
Internet................ www.ccg-gcc.gc.ca/main_e.htm
Owner’s manual
Contact Phone Numbers and
Internet Addresses

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Denotes hazards or unsafe practices that COULD
result in minor personal injury, product or
property damage.
!CAUTION
Denotes hazards or unsafe practices that MAY
result in severe personal injury or death.
!WARNING
Explanation of Safety Labels
Warning Labels
Mounted at key locations throughout your boat are
warning labels which advise the owner/operator
of imperative safety precautions to follow when
operating and/or servicing equipment.
The examples below indicate the level of hazard by
color and explanation.
Safety Precautions
The examples beloware of precautions which appear
throughout this manual and must be observed when
operating or servicing your boat. Learn to recognize
the degree ofhazard and understand theexplanations
of safety prior to reading this manual.
Always use common sense in the operation and
servicing of your boat.
!DANGER
Denotes an immediate hazard exists that WILL
result in severe personal injury or death.
Denotes information that is important to know
prior to operation and/or maintenance, but is
not hazard related.
NOTICE
!DANGER
Denotes an immediate hazard exists that WILL
result in severe personal injury or death.
Denotes hazards or unsafe practices that MAY
result in severe personal injury or death.
Denotes information that is important to know
prior to operation and/or maintenance, but is
not hazard related.
!
Denotes hazards or unsafe practices that COULD
result in minor personal injury, product or
property damage.
!CAUTION
NOTICE
WARNING
The most important aspect of boating is safety.
Although every effort is made to address the
numerous issues regarding the safe usage of your
boat, it is strongly recommended that you avail
yourself of the training and knowledge available
through boating safety courses, etc.

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Boat position-secure on trailer
Tiedowns-tight
Winch-locked
Trailer hitch-connected
Engine clearance-in trailering position
Safety chains-attached
Electrical-Lights, brake lights, turn signals
working
Mirrors-adjusted for trailering
Update checklists when equipment is added or
modified.
Weather-forecast safe
Required documents-on board
Navigation charts & equipment-on board
Safety equipment-on board
Safety training-passengers & crew instructed
on procedures, location, and use of safety
equipment.
Drain plugs-installed
Bilge pumps-working & clean
Blower-working
Navigation lights-working
Horn-working
Fuel system-no leaks or fumes
Fuel filter-tight & clean
Power steering fluid-filled(if applicable)
Steering system-working smoothly & properly
Battery-electrolyte level within range
Float plan-filed with friend or relative
Safe Boating Checklist
Before Departure
Trailering (if applicable)
After Return
PFD’s & other safety gear-dry, stowed for
next use
Fuel tanks-filled (allow for expansion) to
prevent condensation
Fuel system-no leaks
Bilge pump-operating properly
Bilge-clean, no leaks
Float plan-notify person with whom you
filed plan
SAFE Boating means:
• Knowing the limitations of your boat
• Following the “RULES of the ROAD”
• Keeping a sharp lookout for people and objects
in the water.
• Not boating in water or weather conditions that
are beyond the boat’s and operator’s capability.
• Never operating the boat while under the
influence of drugs or alcohol.
• Being aware of your passengers safety at all
times.
• Reducingspeed whenthere islimitedvisibility,
rough water, people in the water nearby , boats
or structures.
In Addition:
• Maintain your boat and its safety and other
systems as recommended in this manual.
• Have the boat inspected by a qualified
mechanic or dealer, at least annually.
• Ensure that the Coast Guard required safety
equipment is on board and functioning.
Boating in beautiful weather and calm water
conditions can be a wonderful experience. Boating
however requires considerably greater skills than
operating a land vehicle. Taking a boating course
is the best way to prepare for a safe and enjoyable
experience on the water.
• Take a Coast Guard, U.S. Power Squadron or
equivalent boating safety course. (Call
the Boat/U.S. Foundation at 1-800 336-2628
for information on available courses, or go to:
“www.boatus.com/foundation” on the internet.)
• Get hands-on training on how to operate your
boat properly.
Asaboatowneroroperator,YOUareresponsible
for yoursafety and thesafety ofyour passengers
and other boaters.
NOTICE

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General Considerations
• Know how your boat handles under different
conditions.Recognize yourlimitations andthe
boat’s limitations. Modify speed in keeping
with weather, sea and traffic conditions.
• Instruct passengers on location and use of
safety equipment and procedures.
• Instruct passengers on the fundamentals of
operating your boat in case you are unable to
do so.
• You are responsiblefor passenger’s actions.If
they place themselves or the boat in danger,
immediately correct them.
• Remember the “Rule of Thirds”: one third
total fuel usage for the trip out; one third total
fuel sage while out; one third total fuel usage
for the return trip.
Maintain Control
High performance boats require intimate knowledge
of their handling characteristics for safe high speed
operation.
• Learn the effects of trim, steering and
throttle changes at gradually increasing levels
of speed.
• Approach full throttle while adjusting trim for
safe handling of the vessel.
On the water there are no marked traffic lanes, no
traffic signs or lights, and boats have no turn signals.
The boat operator must keep her or his attention
focused not only on what’s ahead but what’s on the
left, right and behind the boat.
The operator must always be alert to approaching
boats (from the rear, right and left sides, as well
as those ahead). There can be people in the water,
partially submerged debris, and other navigational
hazards such as rocks, sand bars or dangerous
currents, to name a few.
Your passengers are relying on you to operate and
maneuver the boat safely so that they are not in
danger of going overboard. If you turn too quickly,
Boarding
• Board only one person at a time.
• Never jump into boat.Step or climb into
cockpit.
• Load gear after you are aboard. Carrying
gear while boarding can cause you to lose
balance.
• Distribute weight evenly.
• Instruct passengers where to sit during
on-plane operation to reduce the
possibility of falling overboard during high
speed maneuvers.
• If gear is not immediately needed, stow it in
secure areas.
• Safety gear must be immediately
accessible at all times.
The detrimental effects of alcohol and drugs are
increased by wind, waves and sun, and will decrease
your response time and ability to act in critical
situations. Give special attention to the effects of
alcohol and drugs while boating. No other single
factor causes as many marine accidents and deaths.
Death or serious injury and damage to personal and
private property canresult from being impaired while
operating a boat.
Impaired Operation
CONTROL HAZARD-Federal laws prohibit
operating a boat while under the influence of
alcohol or drugs. These laws are vigorously
enforced.
!WARNING
increase or decrease speed abruptly, your passengers
are at riskof being thrownoverboard or thrownabout
the boat.
When visibility becomes impaired because of
weather, time of day or high bow angle you must
slow down so that you have sufficient time to react
if an emergency occurs. Nearby boats face similar
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STABILITY HAZARD
• Load boat properly. The
manufacturer’s load rating is the
maximum allowed under normal
conditions. Adjust downward if
weather, water or other conditions
are adverse.
• Allow passengers to ride only in areas
that do not pose a hazard to
themselves or the boat.
DO NOT allow passengers to ride on
the bow of a closed bow boat.
DO NOT allow several passengers to
ride in the bow of a small open-bow
boat, causing the boat to “plow” into
the water.
DO NOT allow passengers to ride on
the stern cushion or gunwales.
DO NOT overload the stern.
• Observe manufacturer’s
recommended on-plane seating
locations.
• Passengers should remain seated
while boat is moving.
PERSONAL INJURY HAZARD-Stay alert. Use of
drugs, alcohol, or other substances which impair
judgement poses a serious threat to yourself
and others. The boat operator is responsible for
the behavior of passengers.
DROWNING HAZARD-Boats must carry one
wearable personal flotation device (PFD) for
every passenger on board. Boats must have at
least one throwable life preserver.
SLIPPING HAZARD-Wet decks are slippery.
Wear proper footwear and use extreme caution
on wet surfaces.
!WARNING
Death or serious injury can result if you fail to
observe these safety rules:
• Anyone who controls the boat should
have taken a boating safety course and
have trained in the proper operation of
the boat.
• Always operate the boat at speeds that
will not put people or property in
danger.
• Be constantly aware of conditions in
all directions when underway and
before turning.
• Reduce speed, use a lookout to
identify possible hazards or difficulties,
and turn on navigation lights when:
- visibility is impaired;
- in rough water; and
- in congested waterways.
• Watch your wake. It can capsize a
small boat or damage moored boats or
other property. You are responsible for
damage caused by your wake.
!WARNING
NEVER operate a boat at a speed at which you
do not feel in control.
!WARNING
A qualified operator must be in control of the
boat at all times. Do not operate the boat while
under the influence of alcohol or drugs. never
operate your boat at speeds which exceed
the operator’s ability to react if an emergency
develops. 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.
!WARNING