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1. FROM FUSE BLOCK 124 8 BLK REF SH 1 110 4 BLK FROM STBD BATTERY REF 4 PLUG 3 116 4 BLK FROM HOUSE BATTERY 213 BLK REF SH 4 1 gt H 212 14 ORN BLU HORN 555 4 BLK WINDLASS 2 gt 203 14 GRY a BLK RUNNING LIGHTS 210 BL 5 2 3 12209 14 BLU L O COMPASS LIGHT 208 BLK SA 4 gt 207 14 GRY WHT L O ALL ROUND LIGHT FWD BILGE PUMP gt 14 FLOAT SWITCH 7 gt 301 14 BRN AFT BILGE PUMP FLOAT SWITCH CONNECT GRY WHT TO GRY LIGHT WIRE 8 gt 303A 14 BRN RED e 305 14 BEC CONNECT BLK TO RED LIGHT WIRE Es BLK WIRE FROM LIGHT IS UNUSED 9 304 14 BR zx d S CUT SHORT amp TAPE OVER 10 L 609 14 BLU VIO INTERIOR LIGH u 602 14 BLK 252 CONNECT ORN BLU TO WHT HORN WIRE 11 7 601 14 BLU RED LO COURTESY LIGHTS CONNECT BLK TO BLK HORN WIRE 12 4 6014 14 BLU RED 207 14 GRY WHT O ALL ROUND LIGHT 213A BLK 213A 14 BLK 212 14 E sail HORN 613 14 BLK LIVEWELL LIGHT L 622 14 BLK 622 14 BLK Hesse 621 14 BLU GRN CT SPREADER
2. Accommodation deck This area of the boat 1s 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 N N QO C e Die BOSTON s 1 0 x WAALER e FARIS LIST ITEM U M es ESCRIPTION NO 1 LABEL BW SAFETY HI PERF BOAT 101752 2 EA PLATE WARNING FUEL HAZARD 995704 3 EA LABEL VENT HOSE NO DRI 1016898 4 LABEL BW WARNING FUEL GAUGE READ 016534 5 EA LABEL DANGER CO TRANSOM 1811567 6 EA LABEL BW WARNING TRANSOM DOOR 017144 7 3 LABEL BW CAUTION FIS
3. e e e m AL T 71 Console Wiring Diagram RECEPTACLE 3 PLUG HORN p PRO 212 14 ORN BLU gt 14 RE 203 14 GRY gt gt 202 14 RED NAV A C LIGHTS s 209 BLU gt 5 C 1 300 14 RED 207 14 GRY WHT gt 4 21 303 14 RED FWD BILGE PUMP pH 2 207 14 GRY WHT 5 560 14 RED 300 14 BRN RED 4 6 gt 600 14 RED AFT BILGE PUMP d 301 14 BRN L gt 7 G 512 12 RED 303 14 BRN RED 3 8 H gt 509 12 RED INTERIOR LIGHT I NUS d 504 14 BRN 9 J gt UNUSED mcn 609 14 BLU VIO gt 10 COURTESY LIGHTS i ta L 506 14 RED 601A 14 BLU RED 12 u gt 500 14 RED PORT FISHBOX PUMP 25595 gt 611 14 RED gt 620 14 RED STBD FISHBOX PUMP R gt 4 570 14 RED F RECEPTACLE 4 5 gt 580 14 RED 4 513 12 BRN BLU gt A 510 12 BRN BLK B UNUSED gt c 504 14 BRN GRN FRESH WATER gt D 507 BRN GRY F RAW WATER I 501 14 BRN YEL gt F 612 BLU ORN L gt 621 14 BLU GRN LIVEWELL PUMP F le 625 14 BLU BLK s J gt 9o s 571 GRY BLK gt K LIVEWELL LIGHT a p e 128 14 BLK gt M
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5. Lifting cable l M N TN Stern eye Section 9 Getting to Rnow your Boston Whaler 240 Outrage Owner s Manual Hull Maintenance Clean the bottom of your boat of marine growth im mediately if the debris dries it will harden and will make its removal very difficult Waxing of the exte rior surfaces is recommended to be done at least twice a year to protect the gelcoat of your boat Com pounding may be neccessary to remove more stub born stains and chalking from the surface of your boat compounding must be done after washing and prior to waxing Check with your Boston Whaler dealer on a compatible rubbing compound for your boat When washing your windshield never use abra sive powders gritty cloths or steel wool Always use a damp cloth or a chamois when drying Metal trim and fittings will stay bright if coated with a good grade metal polish or paste wax after washing Stain less steel 1s strong and corrosion resistant but still requires maintenance to keep its appearance Crev ice corrosion a brownish coloring occurs where two pieces of stainless hardware meet This condition is caused by impurities in water and air and can be cleaned easily with a good grade ma rine polish using a sponge cloth or small bristled brush for nooks and crannies Hull Maintenance Blisters The fiberglass and resin structure of your boat is porous intrusion of water into the ge
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7. SPREADER L 212A 14 ORN BLU Hm 200 14 gt P MN UNUSED 3 R UNUSED gt S Kee res p ie TO FUEL GAUGE PANEL 14 BLK 12V RECEPTACLE BT ao le Wirine Di 5 an PLUG 6 onsoie Iring lagram veL RED E 1 e Engine Start BLk vEL 2 BLK lt 5 STBD nfs fe IGNITION P Io 717 PUR lt 5 RED k 6 PORT ne START o PLUG 7 YEL RED lt 1 BLK YEL 2 BLK 3 o del IGNITION p v PUR lt 5 RED lt 6 e _ BOSTON 16 Section 4 Electrical System WAALER 240 Outrage Owner s Manual Main Breaker Panel ED 2 8 WIRES INTO 1 6 CONNECTOR 1459718 on 1459787 520 8 RED RECEPTACLE 1 HO 211 14 RED gt FROM BATTERY SW 112 6 RED NAV ANC LIGH 202 14 RED 8 TRIM 300 14 RED gt STERE m 303 14 RED T D 124 8 BLK LLL TL J 12V RECEPTA
8. B Mast Light Storage Location Optional Deluxe Leaning PostTackle Storage Z A Section 2 General Arrangement amp Specifications 240 Outrage Owner s Manual Standard Seating Arrangement Helm amp Companion adjustable seats with snap on cushions Injury and possible death can occur while sitting in Stern fold away seat 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 Leaning Post w Cooler Option Optional Seating Arrangement CZ M 52 Leaning post backrest cushion removable Leaning post seat cushion storage under Deluxe Leaning post backrest Deluxe Leaning Post seat cushion Flip up thigh rise helm seat cushion Forward console seat cushion 9 Lounge cushion Deluxe Leaning Post w Storage or Livewell Bow cushion Section 2 General Arrangement amp Specifications WHALER 9 240 Outrage Owner s Manual 240 Outrage Label Locations ob 3 13
9. Section 6 Bilge System Standard Livewell System Diagram Livewell Lid 18 Gal 68 14L Livewell Livewell Bucket Fill Access Cover Livewell Flow Control Valve Q Raw Water Supply from Pump Livewell Bucket Strainer 2 Livewell Bucket Plug Q Tank Overflow Fitting Upper Level Tank Overflow Fitting Mid Level B Livewell Light D Livewell Bucket Drain B Drain Fitting D Raw Water Supply to Livewell 12 800 3 028 LPH Livewell Pump fo Livewell Raw water Seacock N NOTICE The livewell seacock located behind the cover in the aft section of the console interior must be in the OPEN position before using the livewell Damage to the pump could occur if it is closed when operating Seacock OPEN Seacock CLOSED AN 2 This view is of item 16 looking aft to show the seacock BOSTON gt WHALER _ 29 240 Outrage Owner s Manual LIVEWELL Optional The 240 Outrage can be fitted with an optional livewell that has a capacity of 25 Gal 94 6L The livewell is integrated into the helm and passenger console seating and 1s located aft of the console seat ing area The 12V 800 GPH 3 028 LPH pump can be accessed through the door located on the aft wall of the console interior There is a seacock valve that needs to be set in the OPEN position for proper op eration of the livewell There 1s a seacock on the 12V Pump that ca
10. Macerator macerator discharge hose overboard discharge seacock ENVIRONMENTAL CONSIDERATIONS The Environmental Protection Agency EPA stan dards state that in freshwater lakes reservoirs im poundments whose inlets or outlets are such as to prevent the ingress or egress by vessel traffic subject to this regulation or in rivers not capable of naviga tion by interstate traffic subject to this regulation Marine sanitation certified by the United States Coast Guard U S C G installed on vessels shall be de signed and operated to prevent the overboard dis charge of sewage treated or untreated or any other waste derived from sewage Optional Waste System Diagram x M d A O Z 7 rm N 3 di 4 Overboard discharge FE seacock Shown in the OPEN position Turn handle counter clockwise to CLOSE 6 Lock with padlock MU not supplied The EPA standards further state that this shall not be construed to prohibit the carriage of Coast Guard certified flow through treatment devices which have been secured so as to prevent such discharges They also state that the waters where a Coast Guard certi fied marine sanitation device permitting discharge is allowed include Coastal waters Estuaries The Great Lakes and Intercoastal waterways Freshwater lakes and Impoundments accessible through locks and other flowing waters that are navigable interstate by vessels subject
11. NAV ANC The switch has 3 positions to operate the Navigation Anchor lighting see diagram Anchor Lights Navigation Lights The lights let other vessels know the approximate size of your boat and the direction your boat 1 trav eling depending on which lights they can see they also show other boaters your location while at an chor The lights must be displayed at night or in low visibility conditions It is the responsibility of the owner operator to ensure that the navigation lights are in good working order and that the proper light ing 1s shown Use care when attaching or removing the navigation light from the base Fit it through the opening before screwing it into place The navigation light pole can be stowed in a section on the starboard gunwale be tween the under gunwale rodholders Section 4 Electrical System Navigation light location on optional T top P 777777 22004 KK Ss lt lt lt lt XY Canvas Sun Top Navigation Light Pole __ ae Velcro C Flap zz SZ Navigation Light Base 112 Port navigation light red 360 all round light white 112 Starboard navigation light green wu 95 240 Outrage Owner s Manua
12. 0 DESIGNATION U S COAST GUARD ASSIGNED FACILITY CODE SERIAL NUMBER MONTH BUILT BUILT L YEAR 05 BWC x x X X X XXXXX XXX N es NUMBER MODEL DESIGNATOR 2 Section 1 240 Outrage 240 Outrage Owner s Manual Note The Hardtop shown here is for reference purposes only 0 S 18 a We l 9 C 5 8 O 4 N E gt O C 9 Specifications amp Dimensions Overall Length 299 724 Trailerable Length 8 41 m Bridge Clearance 107 2 00 m Bridge Clearance no top 68 2 03 m Beam 86 2 59 m Draft Hull Only 18 46 m Weight dry no engine 4400 Ibs 1996 kg Swamped Capacity 9680 Ibs 4390 kg Maximum Engine Weight 1060 165 481 Maximum Weight passengers engine s gear 3500 Ibs 1588 kg Persons 12 Maximum Horsepower 350HP 2601 kw Minimum Horsepo
13. 8 Standard Livewell Diagram 20 Standard Seating Arrangement 9 Livewell Optional 30 Optional Seating Arrangement 9 Operation Maintenance 30 Label Locations 10 Optional Livewell System Diagram 30 Deck Occupancy 10 Section 8 Propulsion System Section 3 Fuel System Hydraulic Steering Information 31 Fuel System Diagram 11 Operation Maintenance 31 Fuel Tank 11 Filling 31 Fuel Hill 11 Power Steering Information 32 Fuel Vent 11 Gear Shift amp Throttle Control 32 Empty Tank 12 Digital Throttle Shift DTS 33 Hoses amp Fittings 12 Power Trim Operation 33 Tank Cleaning 12 Propeller Information 34 Primer Bulb 12 Propeller Assembly 34 Remote Oil System 12 Section 9 Getting to know your Boston Whaler Static Electricity and the Fuel System 13 Trim Tabs 35 Section 4 Electrical System Operation Maintenance 35 Battery Information 14 Mooring Points 36 Battery Maintenance 14 Lifting 36 Dual Battery Switches 15 Hull Maintenance 37 Console Wiring Diagram 16 Hull Maintenance Blisters 37 Console Wiring Diagram Engine Start 16 Bottom Painting 37 Main Breaker Panel Wiring Diagram 17 Painted Hull Care Bottom 38 Hull Wiring Diagram 17 Vinyl Cushion Care 38 Instrument Panel Arrangement Single Engine 18 Long Term Storage 38 Instrument Panel Arrangement Dual Engine 19 Engine 39 Multi System Tachometer 20 Fuel System 39 Multi System Speedometer 20 Trailer Storage 39 Smartcraft System View 20 Electrical System 39 Main Breaker Panel 21 Drainage 39 Engine Startin
14. Power Steer ing Fluid when refilling the reservoir The power steering pump s owner s manual will have all the information regarding care and maintenance Follow all recommendations carefully The system is virtually maintenance free aside from regular fluid checks and visually inspecting the out side of the unit for sign of leaks or damage Gear Shift amp Throttle Control Shift controls into NEUTRAL before starting engine Shift only when engine is at idle Reversing at high speeds can cause a flooding swamping due to water being pushed over the transom Wind and sea currents can change how your boat re sponds while in motion Understanding your boat and its reactions at speed will make boating for you safer and more enjoyable The 240 Outrage is equipped with a I gear shift throttle control unit mounted directly starboard of the steering wheel The unit operates both shifting mechanism and throttle The control must be in the NEUTRAL position to start your engine Neutral is the most upright posi tion of the control unit and acts as an idle There 15 a THROTTLE ONLY button at the center of the throttle control that when depressed will disengage the shifting mechanism and will allow you to oper ate the throttle without engaging the propeller SINGLE LEVER CONTROL THROTTLE amp SHIFT BOSTON n 32 w WAALER Neutral Forward Power trim switch Throttle O
15. a backshell starwasher nut and hose clamp Remove the hose clamp nut starwasher and backshell and push the fuel vent fitting out The fuel vent has four screens that are held in by a ring Usea small pick to dislodge the ring to remove the screens and clean as required Hull mounted fuel vent with screen EMPTY TANK A fuel tank with levels less than 1 4 full can cause problems by stalling an engine due to fuel starvation or by allowing sediment and dirt to enter the fuel supply lines Keeping the tank filled will reduce the chance of this occurance since the residue will most likely settle to the bottom of the tank Monitor the fuel level often to prevent this from happening HOSES AND FITTINGS Hoses and fittings should be inspected at least every 100 hours Check the hoses for cracks abrasions and deterioration and the strong smell of fuel prior to starting the engine s If the hoses or fittings are dam aged or worn replace them with only marine grade replacement parts Your authorized Boston Whaler dealer will have all the parts information you will need TANK CLEANING Excessive water and sediment may force you to con sider having the tank professionally cleaned If you are frequently changing fuel filter water separators and notice a loss in power consult a professional tank cleaning contractor regarding this procedure and proper disposal of residue and water PRIMER BULB There is a primer bulb that can be acc
16. few hours of operation and at regular intervals check all fasteners and the com plete steering system for security and integrity Check all moving parts to be sure they are free of salt build up and other foriegn material Peri odically remove the cable and lubricate with a waterproof grease nspect for corrosion Any part affected by cor rosion must be replaced When replacing parts self locking hardware must be used Check the fluid level in the helm pump unit Lubricate slides on the engine cylinders All steering systems whether mechanical or hydrau lic require regular inspections periodic adjustment and occasional replacement may be necessary FILLING Your owners manual kit has a fill tube that can be used to replenish the hydraulic oil for the hydraulic steering system Read the manual for complete in formation Section 7 Livewell System 51 240 Outrage Owner s Manual Power Steering Information The Verado engine s package comes with a power steering pump that is located under the motorwell access hatch The major components of the pump system for filling amp maintenance is covered by a shroud Remove the shroud and unscrew the cap to check the fluid level in the reservoir There is a filter insert that needs to be checked and cleared if neces sary Fill as necessary Make it a habit of checking the fluid level before each trip Use ONLY SAE OW 30 Full Synthetic
17. need to stop the engine before moving the switch to the OFF position N NOTICE Always store the battery in the the battery box Use the straps and clamp to keep the box secure while underway Battery Information Your 240 Outrage is equipped with an electrical system that provides power for the following BATTERY Engine ignition Engine tilt trim system Helm switch panel amp helm instrument panel Lighting Navigation system Livewell system Add on accessories and electronics The system consists of the following components Battery boxes 2 standard Battery switch 2nd switch optional Main amp Branch circuit breakers Helm Ignition Switch amp Instrument Panel BOSTON w 14 x WAALER Batteries should always be enclosed in the covered battery boxes provided with your boat The box will contain any spilled acid as well as protect the bat tery terminals from damage or inadvertant shorting from coming in contact with metal objects Each bat tery box should always be secured in place by using the straps and clamps provided the straps will en sure that while underway the battery will not move around causing damage to components stored in the same area BATTERY BOX LOCATION The 2 standard battery boxes can be accessed through a door in the aft section of the console interior Release Strap Battery Box Tie down strap Battery Maintenance Battery maintena
18. tank and fill is mounted directly opposite this location Section 3 Fuel System 240 Outrage Owner s Manual Static Electricity and the Fuel System There is a danger that static electricity can ignite gaso Fuel tanks should never be filled to capacity al line vapors that have not been ventilated outside an low 2 for expansion enclosed area Use extreme caution when fueling your boat from a source outside the regular venues Portable tanks should only be filled while on the e g marinas fuel service stations eround never on board the boat Your boat has safety features that can be circum vented by not adhering to standard fueling practices Your boats bonding system protects 1t from creating and discharging static electricity Your boat must be in contact with the water or a land based grounding system Here are some helpful sug gestions to keep you safe from static electricity while refueling your boat e NEVER fuel your boat in unsafe conditions such as suspended on a sling or in a situation that in creases the likelihood of static discharge e NEVER use homemade containers to fill your fuel tanks Fuel carried on board outside of a fixed fuel sys tem should be stored in an approved container or in a portable tank such as provided for outboard engines and be stowed safely outside of the engine or living compartment s Shut down the e
19. the gunwales vertical sidewalls while the boat is moving Section 2 General Arrangement amp Specifications 240 Outrage Owner s Manual Fuel System 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 Static electricity can ignite gasoline vapors causing serious injury death and or destruction of property 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 Leaking fuel is a fire and explosion hazard inspect the system regularly Examine fuel tanks and exposed lines for leaks and corrosion Hemove portable tanks from boat and fill from shore When fueling is complete secure tanks to deck with straps provided Fuel tanks should never be filled to capacity allow 296 for expansion Section 2 General Arrangement The 240 Outrage is equipped with gasoline fuel system Please take time to read and understand all the fuel re lated information and warnings in the engine owner s packet The diagrams below show the location of the fuel fill routing of fuel supply hose and the locat
20. 2X0 Outrage A 240 Outrage The mission of Boston Whaler is to provide consumers with the safest highest quality most durable boats in the world Rev E 10 11 05 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 THE FOLLOWING ARE REGISTERED TRADEMARKS OF THE BRUNSWICK CORPORATION 240 OUTRAGE BOSTON WHALER MRP 1808105 History In 1958 company founder Richard T Fisher introduced the first Boston Whaler boat in Braintree Massachussetts It featured two significant innovations 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 du rable 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 aw
21. C 560 14 RED r E 1234 8 RED T i CTSY INTERIOR LIGH 600 14 RED gt F PORT FISHBOX PUM 512 12 RED G ELECTRONICS BOX 509 12 RED gt FUSE BLOCK UNUSED gt u FRESH WATER P 503 14 RED 7 gt K 123 8 RED RAW WATER P 506 14 RED gt LIVEWELL P 500 14 RED gt LIVEWELL L 611 14 RED gt 124 8 BLK SPREADER LIGHT 620 14 RED P mia LES ACC 1 570 14 RED gt Litt 2 580 14 RED gt S FUSE BLOCK MAIN SE 100 mm RECEPTACLE 2 PLUG 2 FWD BILGE PUMP 550 14 RED 1 550 14 RED TRIM TAB AFT BILGE PUMP 530 14 RED gt 2 530 14 RED STEREO STEREO MEMORY 531 14 RED 7 gt 3 gt 531 14 RED STEREO MEMORY ACC 3 585 14 RED gt 4 gt 585 14 RED gt 5 gt 6 gt 551 4 RED WINDLASS FROM BATTERY SW 113 6 RED MAIN GROUND BUS
22. Drain 800 o Leaning Post Livewell Inlet Optional Q Fuel Vent Q Waste Vent Raw water Inlet Macerator Pump out Optional Q Port Fishbox Outlet Section 2 General Arrangement amp Specifications 9 110411 Starboard Fishbox Outlet Aft bilge drain 1100 GPH B Port Deck Drain behind Trim Tab Ram Port Motorwell Drain D Livewell Drain B Garboard Drain Starboard Motorwell Drain Starboard Deck Drain behind Trim Tab Ram BOSTON 7 WHALER 240 Outrage Owner s Manual 240 Outrage Storage Port In Deck Fishbox Insulated O Starboard In Deck Fishbox Insulated Forward In Deck Storage w Hatch amp Drain In sulated Anchor Locker storage w Drain Magazine Storage Port Console Storage Lockable Console Storage Bi Fold 0 Lockable Electronics Box Door Bi Fold Q Electronics Box Storage Bin Starboard Console Storage B Optional Leaning Post Under Seat Storage 94 Qt 89L Cooler Storage Optional B Downrigger Weight Storage Port amp Starboard 112 Under Gunwale Rodrack Port amp Starboard
23. HWELL DRAIN PLUG 1743504 8 EA PLATE SEACOCK LOCATIONS BW240OR 02 690143 9 EA LABEL DOOR SECURED CLOSED WHILE UNDERWAY 1754632 1 LABEL NOTICE OVERBOARD DISCHARGE 1745156 11 EA PLATE 06 BW2400R 1810486 2 EA 1 PLATE SAFETY CANADIAN CONFORMITY BW240SP 1746020 5 EA PLATE BW 06 MAX ENG WT 1060LB 481KC 1811575 4 1 PLATE BW230CQ 97 PARALLEL DET 051762 5 EA 1 PLATE BUILDERS CE 06 BW2400R 1810487 6 1 LABEL WARNING CO HELM 1811368 7 EA 1 LABEL WARNING LTD VISION FROM HELM STN 1752856 8 1 LABEL PROP 65 HANG TAG 1795087 9 1 DECAL MERC SMARTCRAFT NETWORKED 1743323 If your labels become worn or unreadable contact your nearest Boston Whaler dealer for replacement labels The part numbers are provided above 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 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 Never occupy the working decks while the boat is underway ONLY sit in areas that are designated for sitting NEVER sit on
24. LIGHT PLUG 4 gt 513 12 BRN BLU ESI 06 514 12 BLK 624 14 624 14 BLK D 4 510 12 BRN BLK SUED anes M 511 12 BLK 623 14 BLU BLK TO pour LiGHT C 4 UNUSED D 504 14 BRN GRN ear WATER PUMP 505 14 BLK RAW WATER PUMP gt 507 14 BRN GRY 9 508 12 BLK F gt 501 14 BRN YEL LIVEWELL PUMP 502 12 BLK 4 612 14 BLU ORN e e e 4 gt 621 14 BLU GRN Hull Wiring Diagram J p gt 623 BLU BLK gt 571 14 GRY BLK gt ACCESSORY 1 gt 582 14 BLK 582A 14 PUMP 5814 14 GRY BLK So 212 14 ORN BLU LIVEWELL LIGHT E gt 200 14 _ FUEL FILL 700 14 GRN R gt UNUSED OPTI FUEL SPLICE 200A 14 PNK S gt UNUSED 200 14 PNK 201 14 BLK FUEL TANK Section 4 Electrical System WHALER 4 17 240 Outrage Owner s Manual 6 9 7 8 9 CO CE P OS MI l 4 L IL aN f Fr AEG JL Y JI gt 9 19 i f amp 99 000 089 i rar d L L 25 18 W 9 9 240 Outrage Single Engine Instrument Panel Arrangement Instrument Panel Deluxe Single Engine B Accessory 1 Horn Livewell light Navigation Anchor Light B Livewell Pump 4 Forward Bilge Pump B 12 Volt Accessory Receptacle Aft Bilge Pump Ai
25. NLY button This button will automatically engage the shifting mechanism once the throttle control has been moved back to its center position you will hear and feel a click when it is engaged Moving the lever forward engages the forward gear and then the throttle advance To reverse power bring the control lever back to engage the reverse gear and increase the reverse thrust The throttle control regu lates the RPM of the engine Regulating the RPM of the engine will control the speed of the boat Pulling back on the gear shift throttle control while moving at a high speed will cause a sudden slowing of the boat and will create a following wake which may rise above the transom and flood the boat Section 8 Propulsion System 240 Outrage Owner s Manual Digital Throttle Shift DTS amp Your 240 Outrage has the option of using a state of the art drive by wire gear shift and throttle control system The Digital Throttle Shift DTS 15 the lat est technology in recreational boating There is a separate user s manual that will detail the various systems that can be controlled by the DTS Read and follow all instructions regarding the proper use of the DTS system The DTS system can be moni tored through the use of the SC5000 display The SC 5000 will give you a visual readout of all functions regarding your boats engine s direction and appli cable fluid capacities Power Trim Operation The power trim
26. The trim tabs are controlled by rocker switches lo cated on the center part of your console above the throttle control Short momentary bursts of the rock ers will achieve proper attitude of the hull The trim tab switch is marked bow up and bow down Using the trim tabs will Level the boat fore and aft Reduce resistance in the steering system Give you a smoother more stable ride Speed will increase and there will be less strain on the engines MAINTENANCE The trim tabs are a completely sealed unit and are waterproof and maintenance free Aside from a gen eral cleaning when the boat is out of the water you should also inspect the planes and hinges for marine growth remove as neccessary Section 8 Propulsion System WHALER 35 240 Outrage Owner s Manual Mooring Points Use only the lifting points specified Using the cleats for lifting is dangerous and could cause serious injury or death and damage to the boat 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 The 240 Outrage has 6 8 inch cleats two located at the bow two located amidship and two located at the stern on the gunwale walls between the under gunwale rodholders The cleat is used to secure the boat to the dock While loading unloading or mooring please learn the prope
27. amp tilt system allows you to raise and lower the engine s outdrive for trailering launch ing and beaching The switch is amomentary switch which means that constant pressure must be applied to the switch during the raising and lowering cycle This also allows for ideal boat angle in relation to the water surface for a given load and water condi tion In most cases best all round performance is ob tained with the engine adjusted so that the boat will run at a 3 to 5 angle to the water The power trim is located on the gear shift throttle lever Boats can be operated in a manner and speeds resulting in trim angles that cause visibility to be obscured Motor trim hull trim plane and speed are factors that affect a boat s trim angle Power Trim Switch Port Starboard engine trim DTS for a single engine set up Section 8 Propulsion System VES 240 Outrage Owner s Manual Propeller Information Disconnect power by moving the battery switch to the OFF position prior to removing the propeller JN NOTICE It is advised that you always carry a spare propeller propeller hardware and propeller wrench on board Should your propeller become damaged it can be eas ily replaced N NOTICE Under no circumstance use a propeller which allows the engine to operate at a higher than recommended RPM The engine s on the 240 Outrage have been equipped with propellers which our tests have
28. anchor in and to prevent it from dragging Secure the rode to the bitt or cleat Weighing the Anchor To weigh or retrieve the anchor start the boat and run slowly up to the anchor taking up the rode as you go The anchor will usually break out when the rode becomes vertical Coil lines to let them dry be fore stowing BE CAREFUL THAT THE TRAILING LINES DO NOT FOUL IN THE PROPELLER Be sure to read the owner s manual supplied by the anchor windlass manufacturer before using the an chor windlass Follow all recommendations and in structions regarding its proper use and care Anchor shown in the stowed position anchor is shown for reference only Section 10 Anchoring Information WHALER J 41 240 Outrage Owner s Manual Anchor Windlass optional Always use the anchor windlass switch on the helm first If operation cannot be made from the helm use the hand remote located in the anchor locker It is ad vised that operation of the anchor windlass be done from inside the boat N NOTICE Be sure to read and fully understand the anchor wind lass owner s manual before operating the anchor wind lass The anchor windlass 15 located directly port of the anchor locker The anchor windlass gives you a me chanical means of raising and lowering the anchor OPERATION The anchor windlass 1s controlled by a switch lo cated on the helm forward of the gear shift throttle control The switch is a momentary t
29. ay 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 se verely damaged Boston Whalers are built to last For over 40 years Boston Whaler has strived to make 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 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 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 240 Outrage Owner s Manual Introduction This Owner s Manual has been written to provide specific information about your boat and it should be read caref
30. cks in the steering cable or fittings with tape or other sealants This will create a hazard in which the cable can fail suddenly without warning Your 240 Outrage is equipped with a teleflex hydraulic steering system The hydraulic steering system con STEERING sists of Steering wheel and helm pump unit Engine hydraulic cylinder Hydraulic hoses and fittings For your convenience there is a lever at the base of the steering wheel that can be pushed to adjust the tilt angle of the steering wheel OPERATION When turning the steering wheel either clockwise or counterclockwise the helm pump forces hydraulic fluid through hoses to and from the engine cylinder which is connected to the tiller arm The engine cyl inder moves the tiller arm to port and starboard Steering wheel Helm pump Engine mounted steering cylinder Hydraulic pump fluid fill Hydraulic fluid lines Bleeder valves This view is not to scale and is meant to reference the various parts that make up the steering system See your owner s manual packet for more information regarding the steering system MAINTENANCE Proper maintenance of this system will ensure worry free usage for the life of your boat Steering system integrity is imperative when engaging in recreational water activities Special care and attention must be taken to ensure proper performance of the steering system and should include the following e After the first
31. d and dried out be fore any barrier protection can be applied Contact your Boston Whaler dealer for more information on prevention and treatment of hull blisters Bottom Painting There are risks and dangers inherent with the use of paints and solvents Dispose properly of all rags roll ers and trays used for painting Follow all the precau tions and regulations listed by the manufacturer before and after painting your boats hull Painting the bottom of your boats hull is a good way to slow the formation of hull blisters and also keep ing bottom growth fouling under control To deter mine the waterline you will need to place the boat in water and with a full load of fuel and gear mark the waterline Measure above the marked line 1 to 3 inches for placement of the tape line Masking tape is not recommended for the types of paint you will be using Preparation 15 the key to a successful hull painting If the hull 1s bare the gelcoat will have to be dewaxed before sanding can begin otherwise the wax will be dragged into the scratches and will re duce the adhesion properties of the paint After the dewaxing is complete light sanding with 80 grit pa per is recommended Proper ventilation and capture of the dust created by sanding is essential The dust created 1s toxic and should not be breathed A proper fitting respirator must be used DO NOT use a paper filter mask The paint can be applied after sanding and cleaning is c
32. e proper clean ing and maintenance Notice As the level of stain 1s increased the liklihood of using solvents may be necessary Read all information from the solvent manufacturer regarding safety and handling of this material Wear proper protective equipment to insure your personal safety Only use solvents in a well venti lated area and test the solvent in a conspicuous sec tion of the affected vinyl Keep all solvents away from open flame and any other forms of ignition Long Term Storage Never start or run your outboard even momentarily without having water circulating through the cooling water intake holes in the gear case This will prevent damage to the water pump running dry or overheat ing of the engine N NOTICE Periodically haul the boat out of the water and scrub the bottom with a bristle brush and a solution of soap and water For better protection paint the hull below the waterline with a high grade anti fouling paint N NOTICE Store the batteries in a cool dry location Keep the batteries in their plastic boxes Periodically check the batteries during storage Storage or winter lay up will require you to make sure that your boat and its systems are properly con ditioned for extended periods of non usage It is important that you follow all the recommenda Section 9 Getting to Rnow your Boston Whaler 240 Outrage Owner s Manual tions set by the engine owner s opera
33. e used Bunks provide a more even weight distribution Trailer Safety There are features that will keep your trailer secured to the tow vehicle The safety chain attaches to the bow eye and will keep the boat from sliding off the trailer in the event that the winch strap or cable breaks hook this up first Refer to the engine owner s manual for proper engine support while trailering Bunk Trailer Terminology Tongue Ball Hitch Reciever Trailer light connection 4 pin Q Safety Chains Tongue Jack Winch Stand Winch Assembly E Winch Hook Strap Q Winch Safety Chain Step Sidelight D Frame B Crossmember B Fender w Steps D Keel Roller 15 Axle 3 Keel Protector Tire Tail Light Bunk Assembly O Tie Down Eye 1G S LER SEK Tie down straps can be used to secure the boat from the stern The tie down straps hook into the tie down loops on the trailer frame to the lifting eyes on the transom Padding or similar chafe protection should be used where the tie down strap come in contact with the hull A properly matched trailer hitch ball and coupler is important NEVER USE A HITCH BALL AND COUPLER THAT ARE NOT MATCHED Make certain that the coupler and the hitch ball are properly seated and locked Safety chains are also important the chains are connected to the trailer and should be of sufficient length to reach the frame of the tow vehicle and should be long enough to allow t
34. e you to check around the float switch for debris and gummy bilge oil that could impede the bilge pump from working properly Check the bilge pump and hoses for wear clean and repair if neccessary Section 5 Water amp Waste System 240 Outrage Owner s Manual Livewell The 240 Outrage is equipped with an 18 Gal 68 14L livewell bucket that is located under the hatch on the aft port side of the sterndeck The livewell system s primary function is to keep baitfish alive by circulating seawater into the livewell bucket The raw water pump seacocks and plumbing that service the sys tem can be reached through the access hatch located on the lower aft wall inside the console Fittings con nected to the livewell bucket and the livewell bucket seacock can be reached through an access panel lo cated on the front surface of the livwell OPERATION The livewell can be filled by using the switch marked LIVEWELL on the instrument panel Before fill ing the livewell you must make certain the hull seacock and the livewell seacock are in the open position The livewell also has a pair of drain plugs that are used to adjust the amount of water that stays in the livewell There is a plug 8 that will drain the entire livewell located in the base of the livewell the other plug 7 can be used between the two over flow fittings on the starboard side of the livewell LIVEWELL SYSTEM
35. essed under the portside of the motorwell hatch There are also instructions regarding proper use of the primer bulb The primer bulb is used to draw fuel from the tank to the engine usually after the fuel has been drained from the entire system BOSTON 1 2 w WAALER Primer bulb Remote Oil System The 240 Outrage is equipped with a remote oil sys tem This system consists of a two 3 Gal 11 3L reservoir tanks and hoses which contain and meter lubricating oil to the engine s The tanks have an external fill located on the aft side of the cockpit tran som wall Access to the tanks is through the motorwell access hatch When recapping the fill make sure that it is secure to prevent spills and to prevent the intrusion of water into the system Your remote oil tank is secured by a nylon strap and quick release clip Little maintenance is required for the remote oil system aside from checking the hoses for abrasions and cracks and hose clamps for proper tightness The tank should not be exposed to ultra violet light rain or seawater for extended periods of time The Four Stroke engine option deletes the re mote oil system Remote Oil Tank Location a sterndeck has Ke been removed Standard engine oil supply 3 Gal 11 3L To oil fill for Single Engine on sterndeck dual engine
36. etes low profile rail Sun Lounge Filler w Cushion Forward Coaming Bolsters Anchor Windlass with Rode amp Anchor Hardtop Storage Bag Black or White Hardtop w Storage Bag Radial Outriggers amp 157 Telescoping poles Electronics Box for Hardtop Hardtop Mounted rodholders 5 Q 150 CXL OptiMax Mercury Engine 135 CXL DTS Mercury Verado 4 stroke engine B 150 CXL DTS Mercury Verado 4 stroke engine B 175 CXL DTS Mercury Verado 4 stroke engine B 250 XXL DTS Mercury Verado 4 stroke engine 275 XXL DTS Mercury Verado 4 stroke engine 12 Volt Clarion amp AM FM Digital Stereo w CD Player amp 4 Waterproof Speakers w Remote on console i Smartcraft System View Power assisted steering Engines available in single or dual set up Console Interior 15 Looking aft 9000 EE En ZN as L8 516 Section 2 General Arrangement amp Specifications WHALER J 5 9 om
37. g Procedure 22 Canvas Care amp Maintenance 39 Ignition Shutdown Switch 22 Trailer Optional 40 Navigation Lighting 23 Trailer Safety 40 Section 5 Water amp Waste System Bunk Trailer Terminology 40 Freshwater System 24 Section 10 Anchoring Information Freshwater Pump 24 Anchoring Information 41 Freshwater Shower 24 Lowering 4 Maintenance 24 Setting 4 Disinfecting the System 24 Weighing 41 Freshwater System Diagram 24 Anchor Windlass Optional 42 Winterizing the System 25 Section 11 Maintenance Log amp Notes Raw Water 25 Maintenance Log amp Notes 43 Operation Maintenance 25 Raw Water System Diagram 25 Section 1 240 Outrage BOSTON ww WHALER 1 240 Outrage Owner s Manual Construction Standards THE MISSION OF BOSTON WHALER IS TO PROVIDE CONSUMERS WITH THE SAFEST HIGHEST QUALITY MOST DURABLE BOATS IN THE WORLD We are dedicated to creating a superior product providing you with comfort performance safety and dependability 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 Yacht Council A B Y C and certified by the National Marine Manufacturers Association N M M A Our Hull No air voids e High density closed cell non absorbent foam o High quality resins and gelcoats Woven glass matting Boston Whaler hulls are constructed wit
38. h our pat ented Unibond construction This involves shoot ing high density foam into a closed mold system The foam expands to fill voids in the hull and when the finished product 1s pulled from the mold the deck and the hull are chemically bonded to form a solid inseparable unit Servicing your Boston Whaler When your 240 Outrage needs to be serviced or regu lar maintenance is needed it should be taken to an authorized Boston Whaler dealer To find a Boston Whaler dealer in your area call 1 800 942 5379 Domestic International If a problem is not handled to your satisfaction Discuss any warranty related problems directly with the service manager of the dealership or your sales person Give the dealership an opportunity to help the service department resolve the matter for you Hull Identifcation Number The Hull Identification Number is located on the starboard side of the transom wall This 1s the most important identifying factor and must be included in all correspondence related to your ves sel Failure to do so will only create delays Also of vital importance are the engine serial numbers and part numbers when writing about or ordering parts for your engine Identification Number Location Typical H I N Description COUNTRY CODE MANUFACTURER S 1
39. he ALL po sition Return to normal operating positions after starting BOSTON wa WHALER J 15 240 Outrage Owner s Manual ELECTRI CAL SYSTEM This owner s manual contains schematics for your boat These electrical schematics were generated by technicians in our Engineering Department and are for reference and to be used by service technicians Boston Whaler does not recommend that you attempt to work on the electrical system yourself instead we suggest that you take it to an authorized Boston Whaler dealer for electrical service Boston Whaler reserves the right to change or up date the electrical system on any model at any time without notice to the consumer and 15 not obligated to make any updates to units built prior to the changes
40. he tow vehicle to turn without binding or tensioning DO NOT SECURE THE CHAINS TO THE BUMPER Tie down straps should never be used by themselves they are only used to help in keeping the boat secured to the trailer Make certain that the safety chain is prop erly secured to the bow eye N NOTICE Your warranty may be void if you use a trailer with rollers Use a trailer with bunks ONLY K Section 9 Getting to know your Boston Whaler 240 Outrage Owner s Manual Anchoring Information ZN WARNING SWAMPING HAZARD Anchor from the bow if using one anchor A small current can make a stern anchoreq boat unsteady a heavy current can drag a stern an chored boat underwater ZN NOTICE ere are a variety of anchors with a variety of uses Discuss the types with your dealer to find the right type for your boat The 240 Outrage is equipped with an anchor storage compartment located in the bow of the boat Wind and sea con ditions can affect the boat The boat 1s not moving through the water and without headway there is no control Note before using the anchor be sure the anchor line s bitter end is secured to the eye in the bot tom of the anchor locker STAY ALERT Be sure that the anchor will hold under all circumstances if you are leaving the boat Understand the principles of rode and scope and their effect on anchor performance The rode is the line connecting the anchor to the b
41. ion of the fuel tank vent Fuel Tank The 240 Outrage comes with a 150 Gal 567 8 L aluminum fuel tank The tank is located under the aft section of the cockpit Access to the fuel level sender and engine supply line tank connections are made through a plate on the aft section of the cock pit floor Fuel Fill The 240 Outrage fuel fill 1s located in the port side amidship of the gunwale itis marked GAS and is opened by use of a special key that 1s included with the owner s manual packet Follow the engine manufacturer s recommendation for the types of fuel to use Fuel Vent The fuel tank has a fuel tank vent located amidship 7 9 inches below the rub rail directly below the fuel fill cap The fuel tank vent serves as a pressure vacuum release safety overflow and flame arrestor 240 Outrage Fuel System 5 8 fuel vent 1 1 2 Fuel fill to deck plate 150 Gal 567 8L Aluminum fuel tank O Ground wire Q Fuel sender Q Engine fuel supply Standard Engine fuel supply Optional Q Primer bulb _ Sterndeck amp cockpit floor has been re x moved for clarity amp Specifications 11 240 Outrage Owner s Manual Access to the vent fittings 1s through twist out plate located inside the cockpit opposite the fuel tank vent Check the vent assembly regularily as part of a main tenance schedule for continued safe operation of your boats fuel system The Vent assembly consists of
42. ischarge function There are bodies of water where discharge of raw sewage is prohibited Keep seacock lock engaged when in waters where discharge is not permitted Contact your dealer or Coast Guard station for infor mation on overboard discharge and its penalties MACERATOR OPERATION macerator key switch panel 15 located on the forward section of the console cabin The key switch controls the macerator pump The raw water intake seacock and and the overboard discharge seacock must be in the OPEN position prior to operation The key must be turned and held for the macerator to operate properly MAINTENANCE After long periods of non use the macerator pump may not turn freely Regular use of the system will reduce the chances of this occuring If the system does require maintenance contact your nearest dealer for more information Because your porta potti sys tem is a low water use device there 15 special paper that must be used to prevent clogs The manufac turer has provided information regarding the type of paper that must be used NEVER use residential tissue paper in your marine waste system Overboard Discharge Key Switch for Macerator OVERBOARD DISCHARGE Breaker Section 5 Water amp Waste System 240 Outrage Owner s Manual Standard Waste System Diagram Sani Potti Waste Containment Unit Sani Potti vent from tank Sani Potti discharge hose waste discharge deck fitting
43. l Freshwater System N NOTICE Be sure to fill the water tank from a source known to provide safe pure drinking water N NOTICE If you do not use the freshwater system for long peri ods of time or only use it seasonally lt is reccommended that you follow the disinfecting prac tice before using it Your 240 Outrage 15 fitted with a 20 Gal 76L freshwater tank The freshwater system includes Pump plumbing holding tank and connec tions for water service to the tran som shower FRESHWATER PUMP The freshwater pump will need to be activated to provide pressure to the system The freshwater pump is operated by pressing the switch marked FRESH WATER PUMP on the instrument panel This draws water from the holding tank and provides pressure to the aft shower and the console cabin faucet You can reach the freshwater pump through a removable access hatch located on the lower aft wall of the con sole interior BOSTON w 24 w WAALER FRESHWATER SHOWER The freshwater shower is located on the starboard end of the cockpit transom wall and has an enclo sure that the shower head and hose fit in The shower hose extends about 6 ft 1 82m Once ther system has been pressurized there is a button on the back of the shower head that needs to be pressed for fresh water shower operation MAINTENANCE Very little maintenance is required for the freshwa ter system other than a
44. lcoat will take some time Blistering is caused by water soluble materials in the hull laminate The effect of osmotic pressure allows water to impregnate below the gelcoat and substrate forming a blister There have been extensive university studies funded by the United States Coast Guard regarding the cause and effect of blisters forming in the gelcoat of fiberglass boats Fiberglass blisters can form in near surface layers of the gelcoat to very deep into the fiberglass structure The damage can range from cosmetic to catastrophic although the latter is a very rare occurance The studies seemed to point toward long term immersion of the hull in warm water as a pri mary cause of hull blisters Stress cracks on the hulls below the waterline also contributed to the forma tion of blisters on the hull There are a variety of ways to prevent the formation of hull blistering Ep coatings can be applied to the hull followed by hull painting Section 9 Getting to Rnow your Boston Whaler An alkyd urethane silecone marine paint can also be used to aid in the prevention of hull blisters Reducing the amount of time that your boat stays in the water also helps prevent hull blisters from form ing Use of a trailer or boat lift will reduce the liklihood of hull blisters forming Be sure to use a bunk type lift or trailer for long term storage of the boat out of water If blisters are present in the hull they need to be properly cleane
45. mbed ded in the fabric The fabric can be cleaned without removing the framework simply brush off any loose dirt pollen etc hose down and clean with a mild solution of a natural soap in lukewarm water no more than 100 F 38 Rinse thoroughly to remove soap Allow the canvas to completely air dry After each use especially in salt water areas rinse the canvas completely with fresh cold water Let the canvas dry completely be fore stowing All metal components of the canvas frame should be rinsed with fresh cold water and ex posed components wiped dry to maintain appearance and working order Lubricate the snaps of the canvas with petroleum jelly use a parafin wax on the zippers to keep them in proper working order If you have stubborn clean ing cases call your Boston Whaler dealer for proper cleaning procedures Do not use bleach or solvents to clean the canvas material 39 240 Outrage Owner s Manual Trailer optional Your 240 Outrage has the option of being fitted with a galvanized trailer This trailer 15 best suited for your boats length and width If you have a trailer or plan on purchasing a trailer separately there are some points you need to consider Having a center roller and keel guards will help provide good support for the keel also provide good fore and aft support Trail ers equipped with rollers instead of bunks can dam age the foam sandwich hull of your boat and should never b
46. moved from the boat Re move the negative cable first then the positive cable and the battery given a full charge Clean the external surface of the battery and check all wa ter levels before and after charging Grease both ter minals and bolts on the cable ends DRAINAGE It is important to raise the bow of the boat enough to allow for proper drainage of water from the deck and bilge area Make sure all the drainage fittings are clear and free of debris Store the engine in an upright position to promote adequate drainage of water Section 9 Getting to Rnow your Boston Whaler Canvas Care amp Maintenance N NOTICE NEVER trailer the boat with the sun top in the open position Damage to the frame canvas and securing straps can occur Use the protective boot when the sun top is being trailered or stored Chafing fiber wear from dirt and grit and deteriora tion from ultraviolet light can cause your canvas sun top and covers to degrade over time The effects of ultraviolet light can sometimes be reduced by chemi cal treatment of canvas items Consult your Boston Whaler dealer or check with your owner s manual before using any chemical treatments on your can vas To keep the canvas and metal parts in good work ing condition and keep a good appearance you will need to keep them clean The fabric should be cleaned regularly before substances such as dirt pollen etc are allowed to accumulate on and become e
47. n be reached through the door on the aft wall of the console interior and the other can be reached through a door on the port side of the deluxe livewell itself Port side of Deluxe Leaning Post looking forward OPERATION The optional livewell can be powered and operated through the ACCESSORY 2 switch located on the instrument panel The switch is rated to 20 amps The breaker switch for ACCESSORY 1 is located on the breaker panel on the aft wall of the console cabin MAINTENANCE Maintenance of the livewell system will require pe riodic inspection of the raw water intake strainer and all hose connections Clean away debris and or tighten hose connections as required cba N NOTICE The livewell seacock located behind the door in the aft section of the console interior must be in the OPEN position before using the livewell Damage to the pump could occur if it is closed when operating Optional Livewell System Diagram Livewell Console Seat Base Livewell Bucket 25 Gal 94 6L Livewell Tank Overflow Livewell Light Livewell Bucket Fill Q Livewell Bucket Drain Raw Water supply from Pump 12V 800 GPH 3 028 LPH Pump Seacock Livewell Drain Line to Transom Drain Fitting at Transom B Livewell Flow Control valve D Seacock 30 Section 7 Livewell System 240 Outrage Owner s Manual Hydraulic Steering Information Do not cover cra
48. nce should include Inspect each battery and charging system before use for loose connections or wiring Coat the terminals with dielectric grease Keep the batteries dry Remove the batteries from the boat during cold weather or long term storage The most life shortening experience for the battery is to be drained to zero charge before recharging When a battery discharges the active material on both positive and negative plates converts to lead sulfate causing the plates to become more alike in an elec trical charge The electricity conducting battery acid becomes weaker and the voltage drops As the bat tery remains discharged the process continues until recharging the battery becomes impossible Section 3 Fuel System 240 Outrage Owner s Manual If the battery does become run down be sure to re charge it as soon as possible Over charging the bat tery can be just as detrimental to its life as running it down too far Dual Battery Switches Do not operate boat with batteries in parallel seri ous engine electrical damage may result PN ies even if the switches are set to OFF Your 240 Outrage uses a battery selector switch to control delivery of DC power from two batteries The battery switch 1s located below the breaker panel on the aft bulkhead inside the console The dual battery switch has four 4 settings OFF you will have no power to the engine s ALL you will have power from both ba
49. nd raw water washdown fitting 15 fed by the same pump Access to the pump 1s through the aft access door in the console The seacock for the pump must be in the OPEN position before us ing Section 5 Water amp Waste System Raw Water System Diagram Raw water deck fitting Supply line from pump 3 5 GPM Raw water pump 800 GPH Raw water Livewell pump Seacock To Livewell 5 Seacock 1s shown here in the open position turn the handle clockwise to CLOSE it Seacock Operation Waren 95 240 Outrage Owner s Manual Head System Both intake and discharge seacocks should always be in the closed position when the toilet is not in use Failure to do so could result in flooding property dam age and loss of life N NOTICE This boat is equipped with an optional direct discharge valve Discharging of sewage directly overboard is for use where approved only N NOTICE There are severe state and federal penalties for dis charging raw sewage and solid waste in waters where it is not permitted Check with local authorities on where this is permissible if possible employ the use ofa shore side discharge Your 240 Outrage has a head compart ment located on the port side of the console It is fitted with a Porta Potti waste containment system that in cludes The Porta Potti unit vent and associated hoses and clamps The Porta potti sys tem has a lower
50. ngine s motors and fans prior to taking on fuel Any ignition sources should be ex tinguished before filling the fuel tank s Close all ports windows doors and hatches Fueling should never be done at night except in well lighted areas Always keep the fuel nozzle in contact with the fuel fill plate or the edge of the fuel tank opening throughout the filling process Allow areas where gasoline vapors could collect to be ventilated before starting the engine s Wipe any spillage completely and dispose of rags or waste on shore e Secure the fill cap tightly Section 3 Fuel System WHALER _ 15 240 Outrage Owner s Manual Electrical System 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 e Never use an open flame in the battery storage area Avoid 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 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 If equipped with a battery switch you will
51. nnual disinfecting and win terizing Periodically check the entire system to as sure that the hose connections tube fittings electri cal connections and mounting bolts are properly se cured and free of chafing DISINFECTING THE SYSTEM Before you fill the freshwater system it is vital that it be properly disinfected The following procedure 15 recommended to disinfect the freshwater system Flush the entire system thoroughly by allowing potable water to flow through it Drain the system completely e Fill the entire system with an approved disinfect ing solution check with your dealer for recom mendations e After disinfecting drain the entire system e Flush the entire system thoroughly several more times with potable water Now the system is ready for use fill with pot able water Ask your dealer if this has been done and what pro cedures are needed to accomplish this 240 Outrage Freshwater System Diagram Transom mounted deck fill plate Freshwater fill hose Aft freshwater shower Freshwater vent 20 Gal 76L polyethelene tank Q Freshwater supply line to pump Freshwater pump 2 8 GPM Freshwater supply line to aft shower Section 4 Electrical System 240 Outrage Owner s Manual This should be done annually or before using the system if it has been laid up for an extended amount of time WINTERIZING THE SYSTEM If the water system will not be used for an extended amoun
52. nut 54 Section 8 Propulsion System 240 Outrage Owner s Manual Trim Tabs N NOTICE It is recommended that you check the level of the fluid in the reservoir before using your boat Your 240 Outrage 15 fitted with elec trically powered trim tabs The trim tabs are located on the lower section of your transom and are used to trim the list of your boat caused by uneven weight distribution too many persons on one side of the boat or strong cross winds An untrimmed boat will decrease the visibility the pilot has reduce fuel economy increase wear on your engine s While accelerating there 1s some loss of forward visibility before the boat 1s on plane the trim tabs can be used to adjust for forward visibility while underway Read all information supplied by the trim tab manu facturer for its use and care TRIM TAB TRIMMING OPERATION Port trim tab plate Stainless steel Starboard trim tab plate Stainless steel Stainless steel ram Stainless steel hinge Low voltage electric motor in corrosion proof casing Wiring to helm mounted switch Q Electric trim tab switch w indicator Optional Negative wire 920 Amp fuse located the main breaker panel f Positive wire A A UP UP BOW BOW DOWN DOWN OPERATION
53. oat Nylon line is ideal because it is light strong and stretches it also can be stored wet and is easy to handle Add a length of chain between the anchor and the nylon line to prevent abrasion of the line The scope is technically defined as the ratio of rode length to the vertical distance from the bow to the sea floor Scope also depends on the type of anchor tides winds sea conditions and type of sea floor the anchor is in ANCHOR Minimum is 5 1 for calm conditions Normal is 7 1 Severe conditions may require a 10 1 Since you want to know how much rode to use when anchoring use this common formula Rode lengthz bow height water depth x Scope Scope factor may range from 5 to 10 or more Any number less than 5 and the anchor breaks away too easily Lowering the Anchor Be sure that there 15 enough rope for the depth of water you will be anchoring in and secure rode to both the anchor and the boat Stop completely before lowering the anchor Keep feet clear of coiled line as it pays out Turn the anchor light on at night or during re duced visibility Setting the Anchor There is no best way to set an anchor Experiment to see how it performs One method 15 to turn the rode around a bitt or a cleat and slowly pay out as the boat backs from the anchor site When the proper scope has been reached snub the rode quickly causing the anchor to dig in to the sea bottom Reverse the engine slowly to drive the
54. omplete Follow the manufacturer s recommendation for applying the paint Humidity and weather will play a role in how and when the paint 1s applied Several thin layers are better than one thick layer men Si 240 Outrage Owner s Manual Make sure that there 1s enough paint left to cover areas that were not accessible slings jackstands etc and paint accordingly Follow the manufacturer s rec ommendation for do s and dont s after the painting is complete If the hull bottom 15 already painted you must be sure to test the paints adhesion to the already painted surface If the paints are incompat ible the new paint will not adhere to the hull bottom or the paint will Lift the old paint NEVER apply paint without first preparing the old painted surface The paint is designed to resist algae growth which means it has chemicals embedded the paint that are harmful if ingested Take all necessary precau tions required before painting or repainting your boats hull Painting your boats hull will adversly affect the boats speed and perfomance If your boat will spend most of its time the water it might be a good idea to paint the hull bottom if you will be trailering the boat to and from the water you might want to forgo the painting This is an abbreviated section on paint ing your hull bottom Your Boston Whaler dealer should have information on properly painting you boats hull or recommendations on businesses that
55. on of water in the cockpit the drain must be in place when underway N 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 STARBOARD N 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 N 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 AFT 420 450 PORT Livewell Drain Single Engine Set up o 240 Outrage Through hull Fittings Anchor Locker Drain Forward In Deck Storage Drain Forward Bilge
56. on will not start the engines There are switches on the helm instrument panel marked Ignition for single engine applications and Port Ignition amp Starboard Ignition for dual engine applications The upper section of the switches will need to be pushed forward There 15 a momentary switch located to the right of the ignition switch marked Start for dual engine applications the switch will be designated Port Start amp Starboard Start Pressing these switches will start the engine the switch has been designated for e Shutting down the engines requires just pushing lower portion of the Port Ignition amp Starboard Ignition switches forward Profile view of the Port Starboard Ignition button Push here to START engine Push here to STOP engine BOSTON wnn 22 N WAALER Ignition Shutdown Switch It is advised that you wear your lanyard at all times while operating the boat It is for emergency stopping only Do not use it to shut off the engine during normal op eration The lanyard should be long enough to prevent inadvertent activation The 240 Outrage 15 equipped with an ignition shut down safety switch It is located below the steering wheel The ignition shut down safety switch incor porates a shut off switch switch clip lanyard and lanyard clip which is clipped to the operator If an emergency arises where the engine must be
57. ootrests Lockable Console Door Bi Fold Forward Seating Grabrails Port amp Starboard ep Stereo Remote With Optional CD Player 29 Helm amp Companion Seat Adjustable 30 Port In Deck Insulated Fishbox 31 Gunwale Mounted Rodholders Port amp Starboard Stainless Steel Hawse Pipe Port amp Starboard 33 Stern Fold away Seat 18 Gal 68 14L Livewell Tank 8 Inch Access Plate Port amp Starboard Sterndeck Rodholders 3 Freshwater Fill Deck Plate for 20 Gal 75 71L Tank 38 VRO Oil Fill Deck Plate for 3 Gal 11 36L Tank 39 Motorwell Access Hatch 4 225 XXL Optimax Mercury engine 41 Motorwell Drain Port amp Starboard Ladder amp Grab Rail Freshwater Shower Sprayer Transom Door w Stainless Steel Latch 45 Starboard In Deck Insulated Fishbox 46 Waste Pump out Deck Fitting Stainless Steel Spring Cleat Inch NJ Self Bailing Cockpit 4 BOSTON w m N h _ Section 2 General Arransement amp Specifications 48 240 Outrage Owner s Manual 240 Outrage Notable Options Stainless Steel Bow Rail del
58. r Temperature Sensor Q Interior Lights Courtesy Lights D Multi System Display Speedometer Engine Start Q Multi System Display Tachometer Engine Ignition Q Port Fishbox Pump 23 Instrument Panel Verado Single Engine 10 Starboard Fishbox Pump Smartcraft System View Single Engine 2 Freshwater Pump eb Engine Start Stop Raw Water Pump D Spreader Lights D Accessory 2 nce Section 4 Electrical System 240 Outrage Owner s Manual l to 4 Ce m 9 KO 0509 E Ph OZ V V 29 0 19 5 009 6 100 39 9 19 IE 00 IO Cis 240 Outrage Dual Engine Instrument Panel Arrangement Instrument Panel Deluxe Dual Engine Q Horn Navigation Anchor Light Forward Bilge Pump Aft Bilge Pump Q Interior Lights e Port Multi System Display Tachometer Q Multi System Display Speedometer Q Starboard Multi System Display Tachometer Port Fishbox Pump Starboard Fishbox Pump 2 Freshwater Pump D Raw Water Pump 2 Spreader Lights B Accessory 2 Accessory 1 B Livewell light Livewell Pump D 12 Volt Accessory Receptacle Air Temperature Sensor j Courtesy Lights Starboard Engine Start Starboard Engine Ignition Port Engine Start Port Engine Ignition 69 Instrument Panel Verado Dual Engine 6 Smartcraft System View D
59. r way to secure the boat and how best to use the mooring points of your boat The bow eye is used to haul and hold your boat onto a trailer The stern eyes should be used as tie down points while trailering the boat The bow and stern eyes can be used for short term lifting such as for service Long term lifting with the bow and stern eyes can cause stress on the fiberglass and gel coat and 1s not recommended Below 15 a simple diagram that shows a belaying knot commonly used to secure a boat to a dock This knot is will hold fast and is simple to release when needed From Boat make loop and rotate before pulling over the horn pull tight to 2 complete the belaying knot BOSTON u 36 w WAALER Lifting Whether you are lifting your boat out of the water for routine maintenance or long term storage there are some points to consider If you are using a professional lifting service it is prudent to check all credentials and ask for proof of insurance to protect your investment Usea wide flat belting sling for lifting to mini mize stress on the gunwales Careful location of the sling is required DO NOT PLACE SLINGS WHERE UNDER WATER FITTINGS WILL BE IN CONTACT If using a lifting hook attach to bow eye and the stern lifting eyes mounted on the transom Always use a spreader bar on the stern eyes and use chafing protection on the top of the transom Chafe protection
60. shown to be best suited for general use under nor mal conditions and load In some situations you may wish to change the propellers to give your boat slightly different performance char acteristics Changing your boats running surface such as the addition of bottom paint will affect the type and size of propeller required In general changing to a lower pitch propeller will increase acceleration and load pulling capability with a slight decrease in top end speed If you choose to change propellers the type should be discussed with your Boston Whaler dealer PROPELLER All propellers are designed to provide maximum for ward thrust so the reverse thrust of the propeller will not be as efficient The 240 Outrage that has been equipped with dual engines have propellers that are designed to counter rotate which means that the port engine s propeller rotates the opposite direction of the starboard engine This will balance the torque effects of the engine s and along with the hydraulic steering will reduce driver fatigue by eliminating the constant need to fight the wheel Propeller Diameter D 1 Revolution Pitch Q Propeller Rake Propeller Assembly Shaft from en Diffuser ring gine Q Blade back Q Forward thrust Blade root washer B Outer hub Drive sleeve B Inner hub Blade face B Exhaust passage Leading edge D Drive sleeve adapter Blade tip Lock ring Trailing edge fb Prop
61. shut down a pull on the cord to release the clip from the shut off will shut down the engine This switch 15 designed to shut the engine off when the operator of the boat leaves the control station either accidentally by falling into the boat or by be ing ejected overboard This would most likely occur as a result of poor operating practices This switch only works when properly used The decision of whether to use an ignition safety switch or not rests with you the owner operator IgnitionShut down Switch Plate Ignition Shut down Switch Ignition Shut down Switch Clip attaches to switch Lanyard The lanyard shown in this view 15 shorter than actual and 1s for reference only Ignition Shut down Switch Clip attaches to you Section 4 Electrical System 240 Outrage Owner s Manual Navigation Lighting Your 240 Outrage comes equipped with navigation lighting for your safety Regulations state that all boats no matter the size must display navigation lights There are two configurations of navigation lights for the 240 Outrage If you purchased the T Top there is a collapsible navigation light located near the rodholders The canvas sun top has a navigation light pole that fits into a base located on the front of the console The pole must be fitted into a slot in the canvas top before securing it in place OPERATION Control of the navigation lighting 1s a switch on the instrument panel that is marked
62. t of time it is recommended that it be drained Draining the freshwater system will require you en ergize the freshwater pump switch on the instrument panel press the button on the freshwater shower head and empty the freshwater tank next disconnect the hoses to and from the water pump to allow as much water as possible to drain out De energize the fresh water pump switch Some service facilities may rec ommend filling the freshwater system with a non toxic non freezing solution This procedure should be completed by an authorized service center Raw Water N NOTICE The seacock MUST be in the OPEN position Run ning the pump dry may cause damage to the unit The raw water connection 15 located on the forward section of the port gunwale The connection is sup plied by a 3 5 GPM pump The fitting allows for con nection of a common garden hose There is a that is tethered to the fitting and should be on the connection when it 1 not in use OPERATION The raw water pump has a seacock that needs to be set in the OPEN position The seacock can be ac cessed through the lower aft wall inside the console The RAW WATER switch on the instrument panel controls pump operation MAINTENANCE Maintenance of the raw water system will require you to check the fittings and hoses for system integ rity to prevent leaks The system should be run at least every other month to keep the pumps impellers in good condition The Livewell a
63. tank and an upper tank Waste 15 directed to the lower section of the tank which has a holding capacity of 2 8 gal 10 61 Complete operating and maintenance instructions can be found in the sani potti operations manual A AA HEAD SYSTEM Porta Potti Unit Upper Bowl Discharge Hose Lower Bowl 4 N SHORE SIDE DISCHARGE The shoreside discharge deck plate for the 240 Out rage is located on the starboard side of the gunwale and is marked WASTE Access to the port is gained by use of a special key that is included in the owners manual packet The dockside facility will have a con nection to fit your boat Shore side discharge is a preferred method of waste disposal BOSTON z 26 x WAALER MACERATOR Optional The 240 Outrage waste system can also incorporate the use of a macerator The macerator pump draws solid and liquid waste from the holding tank of the unit and processes it prior to discharging it overboard through a lockable seacock Keep lock engaged when in waters where discharge is not permitted The pump is designed to handle waste toilet tissue and facial tissue and will not pump solid objects The dockside facility will have a connection to fit your boat It is important that you close your macerator discharge seacock on the 240 Outrage prior to using the shoreside d
64. tions manual It will give you a schedule of when these important functions need to be done ENGINE Protecting your engines vital moving parts from cor rosion and rust caused by freezing of trapped water or excessive condensation due to climatic changes is very important Internal engine parts can be ef fected by rust due to lack of proper lubrication Freez ing water in the engine can cause extensive damage to the internal moving parts FUEL SYSTEM Tank s hoses fuel pump and carburetor should be treated to help pevent the formation of varnish and gum Temperature extremes cause condensation to accumulate the fuel tank s Empty gas tanks col lect condensation which could lead to fuel contami nation and or premature wear of your system TRAILER STORAGE If you will be storing the boat for an extended amount of time on its trailer you will need to lift the trailer off of its wheels Use care when raising the trailer The surface should be level and conditioned to ac cept the weight of the boat and trailer and allow for adequate drainage Covering the wheels will protect them from harmful UV rays Repeatedly immersing the trailer in water during boat launching can cause a variety of problems Water seeping into the wheel hubs will cause the grease to emulsify and can pre maturely corrode the bearings Check with the trailer manufacturer for scheduled maintenence of you trailer ELECTRICAL SYSTEM The battery should be re
65. to this regulation 40CFR 140 3 Section 5 Water amp Waste System WHALER J 27 240 Outrage Owner s Manual Bilge Pump N NOTICE The bilge pump is wired directly to the battery Be sure that the bilge pump float switch is clear of debris to prevent continuous operation and subsequent dis charge of the battery The 240 Outrage bilge pump system consists of 1 1100 GPH pump and 1 800 GPH bilge pump that are each operated by a float switch that will ac tivate automatically when water in the bilge reaches a certain level The 800 GPH pump is located forward of the fuel tank and can be accessed through the console interior The 1100 GPH pump is located aft of the freshwater tank and can be ac cessed through the motorwell hatch 57 BI LGE PUMP Bilge Pump System Diagram 1100 GPH Bilge Pump Aft Float Switch Aft Bilge Pump Drain Line Aft 4 Bilge Pump Drain Fitting 500 GPH Bilge Pump Forward Q Float Switch Forward Bilge Pump Drain Line Forward Bilge Drain Fitting Starboard Gunwale BOSTON 28 x WAALER OPERATION There is a switch marked AFT BILGE and FWD BILGE on the switch panel Depressing the switch will energize the pump regardless of the position of the float switch The pump discharges water over board via a thru hull fitting MAINTENANCE The bilge pump is a completely sealed unit and main tenance is very simple but it will requir
66. trage Owner s Manual After the scheduled services are performed fill out the areas below Maintenance Record Hours Section t1 Maintenance Los amp Notes WHALER 45
67. tteries at the same time This parallels the batteries to assist you in starting the engine s once the en gine is started the battery switch should be taken off of the ALL setting and set to charge either battery you will have power from the port battery only 2 you will have power from the starboard battery only When the engines are shut down or not providing a charge the system will draw power from the star board battery This will allow you to run all the boats functions without affecting the port battery You can run the starboard battery flat and still start the en gines by moving the selector knob on the battery switches to the ALL position The battery switches are located below the breaker panel on the aft bulk head inside the console When looking at the panel the switch on the left is for the port battery and en gine the right switch 15 for the starboard battery and engine Section 4 Electrical System Batteries 4 ALL 9 Selection Battery 1 Selection Battery 2 Batteries Selection Selection Selector Knob Dual Engine Battery Switch Configuration PORT ENGINE STARBOARD ENGINE Both batteries un connected preferred position when boat 15 not in use o o 0 O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O Normal position while engaging in normal engine opera tions To parallel batteries set both switches to t
68. ual Engine Section 4 Electrical System WHALER _ 19 240 Outrage Owner s Manual Multi System Tachometer Display Screen Press the Mode button to change the display screen settings Hold the button down for 2 seconds to reverse the display order rotation Use the or pad to make adjustments to the various functions Engine Break In Time Water Pressure Q Fuel Flow Temperature Battery Voltage Power Trim Angle Water Pressure Power Trim Angle Q Digital Tachometer Hour Meter 1 9 Multi System Speedometer Display Screen Clock Temperature Fuel Level Oil Level RPM Synchronizer Trim Synchronizer Q Traveling Range Fuel Economy Q Trip Odometer Digital Speedometer Barometer 1 10 Note To get the most out of your Multi system display features you must read the manual provided by the system manufac turer The manual will give you information to properly oper ate the Tachometer and Speedometer display screens BOSTON w 20 x WAALER 2 000 00 US System View Monitor Arrow Trackpad Select Key Home Key Water Pressure Indicator Clock Q Engine Gear Position Q Air Temperature Indicator Q Home Page Directory Symbol Q Engine RPM Indicator Favorites Directory Navigation Fuel Directory D Propulsion Directory Settings Directory B vessel Directory D System Directory Note To get the most out of your System View
69. ully 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 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 local Yacht Club will be pleased to advise you of marine safety classes and safe boating classes in your area Section 1 240 Outrage Table of Contents Head System 26 Introduction 1 Macerator optional 26 Table of Contents 1 Operation Maintenance 26 Construction Standards 2 Standard Waste System Diagram 21 Our Hull 2 Optional Waste System Diagram 27 Servicing your Boston Whaler 2 Environmental Considerations 27 Hull Identification Number 2 Section 6 Bilge System Section 2 General Arrangement amp Specifications Bilge Pump 28 240 Outrage Specifications amp Dimensions 3 Operation Maintenance 28 Standard Features 4 Section 7 Livewell System Notable Options 5 6 Livewell 29 Through hull Fittings 7 Operation 20 Storage
70. wer 225 HP 167 kw Fuel Capacity 150 gal U S 567 L Water Capacity 20 gal U S 76 L Waterline a Engine Draft See Notice N NOTICE Specified measurements are approximations and are subject to variance N NOTICE Exceeding this weight will affect the boat s perfor mance DO NOT Exceed the weights listed on the capacity plate KKK N 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 Section 2 General Arrangement amp Specifications WHALER 3 240 Outrage Owner s Manual Standard Features Anchor Roller w Chafe Plate amp Cleat Heavy Duty Rubrail o Anchor Locker w Drain Bow Navigation Light Stainless Steel Forward Cleats 8 Inch Welded Stainless Steel Low Profile Interior Rail Forward In Deck Storage w Hatch amp Drain D Forward Cupholders 2 Electric Horn 10 Console Portlight Stainless Steel Spring Cleat 8 Inch D Fuel Fill See Console Detail Molded Tempered Glass Windshield Compass Lockable Console Storage Instrument Panel f Stainless Steel Steering Wheel Hydraulic Steering Engine Safety Shut Off Switch A Gear Shift Throttle Control 201 Electric Trim Tab Switch 8 Console Cupholders 2 68 Console Storage Bin Stainless Steel Console Grab Rail Molded Console F
71. will paint your hull for you Painted Hull Care Bottom The painted hull bottom will need to be inspected annually Any growth will affect the boats perfor mance and overall look If it has been a while be tween inspections you might notice algae or slime erowth This can be cleaned with a coarse towel or soft bristle brush The growth should be cleaned im mediately after the boat has been removed from the water If the growth is allowed to dry it will be that much harder to remove If the growth 15 more se vere you may need to enlist the services of a profes sional hull cleaning company Fresh water salt wa ter and water temperature can all affect the types of growth that you will find on your boats hull BOSTON 38 WAALER Vinyl Cushion Care Your cushions on the 240 Outrage are made of a du rable vinyl material called OMNOVA and is protected by a finish called PreFixx This protective finish is designed to be cleaned eas ily over and over without showing signs of wear The PreFixx finish gives you the freedom to remove stains with ease that were not possible before The vinyl material and superior finish has been tested to resist heavy abrasion There is a 3 step cleaning process recommended by the manufacturer that 1f followed will ease cleaning the vinyl cushions Complete cleaning instructions are included in the owner s packet Read all information provided by the cushion manufacturer regarding th
72. you must read the manual provided by the manufacturer The manual will give you information to properly operate the various features of the system Section 4 Electrical System 21 JV Sup oo o osuo pued PLAJ BOSTON WHALER rO Bo 80 0 jo o i a 7 NIVW G3H2 IMS NIVIN G3H2LIMSNI AHOWA3W D gt 39119 GM4 Sdj V43dg GAHOLIMSNN UOTNIUS ourgu uous ourgu Nod YOUMS OUISUY Sur SSe DUIAA JOJ Jayvorg dwy 001 Joyvorg dwy 001 YMS c 10ssoooy Joyeaig 01 YMS O9191S 10 cT YMS c K10ssoooy JOJ Joxeorg 01 YOUMS 14817 10 Joyeorg c 10 Joyeorg c YOUAS dung xoqusr lt Joyeorg dwy 2 youms dung xoqusrq 32104 Joyeorg oc YOUMS 091216 10 Joyeorg YMS WHL 10 Joyeorg oc pouoiAsur 06 dung os rg Yy Joyeorg dwy c youms dung os igq pM 20 Joyeorg c YONMAS 1487 1opeoudg Joyvoig dwy 01 YMS 1055 22 Ioxeo1g c qo1AS dung IIM usar 10 1oxeo1g o qo1AS dung IIM Joyeorg gt AIOSSODNY ACT 10 Joyvoig oT YOUMS 1487 10129 0 4530 10 Jayeoig 01 YOUMS
73. ype switch which means that there must be constant pressure applied to the switch to operate the anchor windlass Power 1s controlled by a push pull button located to the left of the operation switch There is a power in dicator light that illuminates when the switch 1s pow ered The anchor windlass comes with an anchor lan yard The anchor lanyard is a system that locks the anchor and rode in place and secure when the boat 1s underway LOWERING Pushing the top part of the switch down will power the anchor windlass DOWN Make cer tain that the anchor lanyard carabiner 1s detached from the chain and is clear of any moving parts of the anchor windlass 5 Anchor Anchor windlass Lanyard BOSTON 42 N WAALER RAISING Pushing the lower part of the switch will power the anchor windlass UP Once the anchor and rode is secure in the UP position the anchor lanyard can be re attached to the rode EMERGENCY OPERATION There is a crank that can be used in case the power to the anchor windlass is lost The top of the anchor windlass has a socket reciever that mates up with the crank LOWERING Turning the handle clockwise will loosen the anchor windlass drum and allow the line to pay out Tension can be adjusted to allow you con trol of how fast the line falls Anchor Windlass Helm Switch Anchor Windlass Remote Section 10 Anchoring Information 240 Ou

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