Section 9 - Getting to know your Boston Whaler
240 Outrage-Owners Manual
37
Painted Hull Care (Bottom)
Make sure that there is enough paint left to cover
areas that were not accessible, (slings, jackstands etc.)
and paint accordingly. Follow the manufacturers rec-
ommendation for dos and donts after the painting
is complete. If the hull bottom is 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 in 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 in 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
will paint your hull for you.
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
growth. 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 is 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.
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.
NOTICE
Store the batteries in a cool, dry location. Keep the
batteries in their plastic boxes. Periodically check the
batteries during storage.
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.
NOTICE
CAUTION
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-
!
!
!
Vinyl Care
The vinyl cushions on your 240 Outrage will keep
their appearance and suppleness if cared for prop-
erly. Salt water, salt residue, dirt, ultra-violet rays
etc. will take their toll on vinyl products causing
them to lose their luster and texture. A thorough
cleaning with a good vinyl upholstry cleaner will keep
the vinyl soft. Keep the vinyl dry to prevent mildew,
make sure there is no moisture between the cush-
ions.
