Boston Whaler 150 Super Sport, Owner'S Manual

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170 Montauk
Section 2 • General Information
R
Power Capacity
Always adjust the speed and direction of the
craft to the varying sea conditions.
NOTICE
• DO NOT Exceed the maximum engine power
rating stated on the certifi cation plate.
• Use caution while accelerating. Make sure
passengers are safely seated in designated
areas of the boat and all gear is stowed
securely.
!
WARNING
CE Certifi cation Design Category
A (Ocean): Designed for extended voyages
where conditions may exceed wind force 8 on the
Beaufort scale (47 mph and above) and signifi cant
wave heights of 4 meters (13.12 feet) and above, and
vessels largely self-suffi cient.
B (Offshore): Designed for offshore voyages
where conditions up to, and including, wind force 8
(39-46 mph) and signifi cant wave heights up to, and
i n c l u d i n g 4 m e t e r s ( 1 3 . 1 2 f e e t ) m a y b e
experienced.
C (Inshore): Designed for voyages in coastal
waters, large bays, estuaries, lakes and rivers
where conditions up to, and including, wind force 6
(25-31 mph) and signifi cant wave heights up to, and
i n c l u d i n g , 2 m e t e r s ( 6 . 5 6 f e e t ) m a y b e
experienced.
D (Sheltered waters): Designed for voyages on
small lakes, rivers and canals where conditions up
to, and including, wind force 4 (13-18 mph) and
signifi cant wave heights up to, and including, 0.5
meters (1.64 feet) may be experienced.
The signifi cant wave height is considered to be the
primary factor for determining design category. Other
parameters (e.g. meteorological) are descriptions of
when these wave heights may be expected to occur.
Refer to page 1-12 for weather information.
The certifi cation plate, as well as “Specifi cations
& Dimensions” on the following page has the
maximum rated power listed for your boat.
DO
NOT EXCEED THIS RATING . The various
engine types offered today are more powerful and
require constant maintenance to stay at optimal
performance. It is required of the owner/operator
to read all information regarding safety features,
warning notices and maintenance schedules for
continued safe operation of the engine.
The engine on the 170 Montauk has been tested and
proven to be best suited for general use under normal
conditions and load.
If you are re-powering your Boston Whaler
®
, you
should pay particular attention to the maximum/
minimum horsepower and maximum safe engine
weight load your Boston Whaler
®
boat is rated for.
The 170 Montauk is designed for a maximum
outboard engine weight of 410 LBS (185 kg).
I t i s i m p e r a t i v e t h a t y o u f o l l o w t h e
recommendations listed on your capacity plate
regarding the maximum amount of weight the
boat can safely carry.
!
WARNING
Your 170 Montauk is design category C
NOTICE