Brunswick Boston Whaler 21 Guardian Series, Operation & Maintenance Manual

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Section 2 Boat Operation
Safety Checklist
Use the following safety checklist to verify that your
boat, trailer, and towing vehicle are in good condition.
Use this checklist each time you prepare for a mission.
Resolve any issues before beginning your mission.
❑
Trailer maintenance log is current
❑
Tow vehicle gross combined weight rating
(GCWR) must exceed combined weights of your
tow vehicle, boat, and trailer
❑
Tow vehicle is in good condition
❑
All gear and equipment in boat is secured
❑
Outboard engine supported by trailering lock
❑
Boat correctly positioned on trailer bunks
❑
Winch cable tight and locked
❑
Bow safety cable attached
❑
Bow tie-down link secured
❑
Stern tie-down straps secured
❑
Trailer surge or electric brakes operational
❑
Trailer tires and spare in good condition
❑
Tire pressures are correct
❑
Lug nuts are correctly tightened
❑
Wheel bearings lubricated and functional
❑
Trailer coupler securely attached to tow vehicle
❑
Trailer safety cables attached to tow vehicle
using criss-cross pattern
❑
Trailer brake emergency actuator chain attached
to tow vehicle
❑
Trailer light connector plugged in to tow vehicle
❑
Trailer clearance, brake, and turn signal lights
operational
❑
Trailer jack completely retracted and caster
wheel removed if possible
Refer to the trailer owner’s manual for detailed infor-
mation about maintenance procedures and service
specifications.