Boston Whaler 370 Outrage, Owner'S Manual

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Section 5 • Care & Maintenance
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370 Outrage
• De-energize the freshwater pump switch on
the instrument panel.
If a water heater is a part of the system, isolate the
tank by disconnecting the in and out hoses and
connecting them together. Make sure that the tank
contains a suffi cient amount of non-toxic antifreeze
to avoid freezing and causing damage.
After Long Term Storage
Before you fi ll the freshwater system it is vital that
it be properly disinfected.
The following procedure is recommended to disinfect
the freshwater system:
• Flush the entire system thoroughly by
allowing potable water to fl ow through it.
• Drain the system completely.
• Fill the entire system with an approved
disinfecting solution (check with your
dealer for recommendations) and follow the
method prescribed by the manufacturer.
• After disinfecting, drain the entire system.
• Flush the entire system thoroughly several
more times with potable water.
• Fill with potable water.
This should be done annually or before using the
system if it has been laid up for an extended amount
of time.
Follow manufacturer ’s recommendations for
winterization/long term storage. The manufacturer’s
owner’s manual can be found in your owner’s manual
packet.
Sump
Drain all water from sump. Remove the top and using
a rag, clean up any residual water.
• Check all connections and tighten if
necessary.
• Spray all connections with an anti-corrosion
spray.
• Pump out the holding tank at an approved
facility.
• Add fresh water to the bowl and fl ush several
times while the holding tank is being
pumped.
• Use cleaning/sanitizing crystals or liquid,
following manufacturer’s recommendations,
and let soak for a few minutes.
Head System
Air Handling System
Electrical System
• Check all connections and tighten if
necessary.
• Spray all connections with an anti-corrosion
spray.
• Add fresh water and fl ush several times while
pumping out holding tank again.
• A d d a n t i f r e e z e a n d f l u s h / f i l l e n t i r e
system.
Clean the deck with soap, hot water and a stiff brush
to clean up any oil spills.
Deck
It is important to raise the bow of the boat enough
to allow for proper drainage of water from the deck
and bilge area. Make sure all the drainage fi ttings are
clear and free of debris. Store the engine in an upright
position to promote adequate drainage of water.
Drainage
Ensure that ALL drain plugs are removed (i.e.
fi shboxes, garboard drain, livewells, etc.)
NOTICE