Boston Whaler 170 Montauk, Owner'S Manual

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2-18 170 Montauk
Section 2 • General Information
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There is a risk of electrical shock. Always
have a qualified marine electrician install any
system upgrades that are not already installed
on your boat. There are a variety of wiring
configurations up to 36Volts. Incorrect wiring
will adversely affect your trolling motors
performance. Always use the correct circuit
protection and wire gauge when installing an
upgraded trolling motor wiring system.
!
WARNING
Trolling motor (Option)
Fig. 2.18.1
REFER TO THE TROLLING MOTOR MANUFACTURER’S
MANUAL IN YOUR OWNER’S MANUAL PACKET FOR
COMPLETE INSTRUCTIONS AND WARRANTY.
3‘
Bow Tow Eye (Option)
The optional bow tow eye which is located on the
hull, extreme front of the boat, is reinforced with a
stainless steel backing plate located in the anchor
locker.
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n the event that it becomes necessary for you to
have your boat towed, the U.S. Coast Guard or
a private salvage company experienced in this
type of operation are better equipped to perform
the service. Use another recreational boat only
PERSONAL INJURY HAZARD
!
WARNING
Towing or being towed stresses the boat(s).
hardware and lines. Failure of any part can
seriously injure people or damage the boat(s).
DO NOT stand directly in line with the tow line.
If it were to break, it would “snap Back” causing
injury or damage to everything in its path.
Bow Tow Eye (Option)
Fig. 2.18.2
BOW TOW EYE
Towing a disabled boat:
If possible, create a bridle with a line around the
hull or superstructure or use spring lines to secure
the towed vessel to the towing vessel (See below).
Methods of Towing
Fig. 2.18.3
BRIDLE
SPRINGS
NEVER use the tow eye to remove your boat or
another vessel which has run aground or for any
other usage that would apply similar extreme
forces to your boat.
!
CAUTION
as a last resort. Doing so may cause damage to one
or both boats due to operator inexperience or other
conditions such as weather and/or current.
In addition, the pitch of most propellers on average
recreational vessels is geared toward maximizing the
speed of the vessel, not torque, thus making towing
inefficient and stressful on the engine.