Boston Whaler 230 dauntless, User Manual

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