Boston Whaler 280 Dauntless, Owner'S Manual

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Chapter 3 • Systems Overview and Operation
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280 Dauntless
Short-term Lifting
Figure 3.40.1
Bow
Transom
1
2
1
3
2
4
1 Lift sling 3 Bow eye
2 Chafing protection 4 Stern eye
The warranty may be void if a trailer with rollers
is used. Use a trailer with bunks only.
NOTICE
Trailering
This vessel has the option of being fitted with an
aluminum trailer matched to the boat’s length and
width. If a trailer is not provided by Boston Whaler,
then the following design considerations must be
followed to not void your structural hull warranty:
• A single roller at WINCH STAND/ASSEMBLY
(see Figure 3.2.1) is permitted.
• Hull bottom must be solely supported by a fixed
BUNK STYLE ASSEMBLY (see Figure 3.2.1).
Securing Boat to Trailer
Never use only tie down straps to secure boat to
trailer. A safety chain must also be used to secure
bow eye to winch stand.
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DANGER
Bow Eye Safety Chain/Cable
Attach railer’s safety chain/cable to bow eye to prevent
boat from sliding off trailer should winch strap or cable
break. Attach safety chain before attaching winch strap.
Do not secure safety chains to bumper of towing vehicle.
Aft Tie-Down Straps
Tie-down straps are needed to secure the boat from
the stern. The tie-down straps must be secured to the
trailer frame and to the stern eyes or aft cleats. Padding
or similar chafe protection should be used wherever
the tie-down straps come in contact with the hull.
Securing Trailer to Tow Vehicle
Never use improperly matched hitch ball and coupler.
Do not secure chains to bumper of tow vehicle.
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CAUTION
Vehicle Safety Chains/Cables
Safety chains/cables (see Figure 3.2.1) 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 the tow vehicle to turn without
binding or tensioning. Do not secure the safety chains
to the bumper of the towing vehicle.
Trailer Hitch
A properly matched trailer hitch ball and coupler is
important. Ensure the coupler and the hitch ball are
the same size and properly seated and locked.
REFER TO THE OWNER’S PACKET FOR COMPLETE
INSTRUCTIONS AND WARRANTY INFORMATION.
Engine Trailering
Trailer the boat with the outboard tilted down in a
vertical operating position. However, if additional
road clearance is required due to railroad crossings,
driveway clearance, trailer bounce, etc., the outboard
should be tilted up and supported using an accessory
outboard support device. Consult a Boston Whaler
dealer for engine support recommendations.
R E F E R T O E N G I N E M A N U FA C T U R E R ’ S
MANUAL IN OWNER’S PACKET FOR COMPLETE
INSTRUCTIONS AND WARRANTY INFORMATION.
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CAUTION
Do not rely on power trim/tilt system or tilt
support lever on engine to maintain proper ground
clearance for trailering. The engine tilt support lever
is not intended to support engine for trailering.