Section 9 - Getting to know your Boston Whaler
320 Outrage-Owner’s Manual
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 manufacturer’s rec-
ommendation for do’s and dont’s 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-
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Vinyl Cushion Care
Your cushions on the 320 Outrage are made of a du-
rable vinyl material called OMNOVA and is protected
by a finish called PreFixx.
This protective finish is designed to be cleaned eas-
ily, over and over without showing signs of wear.
The PreFixx finish gives you the freedom to remove
stains with ease that were not possible before.
The vinyl material and superior finish has been tested
to resist heavy abrasion. There is a 3 step cleaning
process recommended by the manufacturer; that if
followed will ease in cleaning the vinyl cushions.
Complete cleaning instructions are included in the
owner’s packet. Read all information provided by
the cushion manufacturer regarding the proper clean-
ing and maintenance.
Notice: As the level of stain is increased; the liklihood
of using solvents may be necessary.
Read all information from the solvent manufacturer
regarding safety and handling of this material.
Wear proper protective equipment to insure your
personal safety. Only use solvents in a well venti-
lated area and test the solvent in a conspicuous sec-
tion of the affected vinyl. Keep all solvents away from
open flame and any other forms of ignition.
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