Boston Whaler 420 OUTRAGE, Owner'S Manual

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Chapter 1 • Safety
Your boat is equipped with an emergency engine stop
switch. The switch is located on the console, below
the shift/throttle control. The ignition shut down
safety switch incorporates a shut-off switch, switch
clip, lanyard and lanyard clip, which is clipped to the
operator when running.
If an emergency arises and the engine must be shut
down, a pull on the cord to release the clip from the
shut-off will shut off the engine.
This switch is designed to shut the engine off when
the operator of the boat leaves the helm, either
accidentally by falling into the boat, or by being
ejected overboard. This would most likely occur as
a result of poor operating practices.
The lanyard should be long enough to prevent
inadvertent activation. Do not let the lanyard become
entangled.
Engine Emergency Stop Switch
Wear the lanyard at all times when operating
the boat. Use it to stop only in an emergency. DO
NOT use it to shut off the engine during normal
operation
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WARNING
Engine Emergency Stop Switch
Fig. 1.17.1
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ENGINE EMERGENCY STOP SWITCH
SWITCH CLIP,
(ATTACHED TO SWITCH)
LANYARD
SWITCH CLIP,
(ATTACH TO THE
OPERATOR)
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NOTICE
This switch only works when used properly. The
decision of whether to use an ignition safety
switch or not rests with you, the operator.
Accidental loss of power can be hazardous, particularly
while docking or in heavy seas, strong current or high
winds. Passengers and crew may lose balance and the
boat may lose steering control.
Should the operator fall out of the boat at planing
speed, it may take several seconds for the engine
and propeller to stop turning. The boat may continue
to coast for several hundred feet, causing injury to
anyone in its path.
Towed Inflatables
Towed inflatable types, aka tubes, produce tremendous
stress on the tow point and rope, far greater than
devices like water skis, kneeboards or wake boards.
When pulling a tube use both stern eye strong points
in combination with a proper tube harness and tow
rope. Parasails and kites should never be used with a
recreational boat.
Personal Injury/Equipment Damage
ATTENTION
Ski tow pylons/tower/hardtop/ski eye tow
points are not designed for use with tubes. The
added stress of the tube may cause a dangerous
recoil or damage the equipment. Damage to the
pylon/tower/hardtop/ski tow eye is not covered
by the boat or equipment manufacturer’s
warranty. When towing inflatables/tubes, use
both stern eye strong points with a tube tow
harness to attach the tube tow rope.
The 1st Mate mobile app and wearable device
integrate with Mercury systems to provide alerts,
alarms, and distress communications designed to
keep the captain and passengers safe. The system
accommodates a captain and up to seven passengers.
Features includes:
• Captain overboard event turns engine(s)
off.
• Captain or passenger overboard event
sounds alarm on the boat and via the app.
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Safety and Security System