Boston Whaler 330 Outrage 2023, Руководство пользователя

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Section 3 • Systems Overview & Operation
330 Outrage
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Bow Tow Eye (Optional)
The optional bow tow eye which is located on the
hull, extreme front of the boat, is reinforced with a
stainless steel backing plate located in the anchor
locker.
I
n the event that it becomes necessary for you to
have your boat towed, the U.S. Coast Guard or a
private salvage company experienced in this type
of operation are better equipped to perform the
service.
Use another recreational boat only as a last resort.
Doing so may cause damage to one or both boats due
to operator inexperience or other conditions such as
weather and/or current.
PERSONAL INJURY HAZARD
!
WARNING
Towing or being towed stresses the boat(s).
hardware and lines. Failure of any part can
seriously injure people or damage the boat(s).
DO NOT stand directly in line with the tow line.
If it were to break, it would “snap Back” causing
injury or damage to everything in its path.
Bow Tow Eye (Optional)
Fig. 3.33.1
Methods of Towing
Fig. 3.33.2
BRIDLE
SPRINGS
are designed to provide maximum forward thrust,
consequently, the reverse thrust of the propeller will
not be as efficient.
Propellers have two basic characteristics, diameter
and pitch.
Diameter is that distance measured across the
propeller hub from the outer edge of the 360
o
that
is made by the propeller’s blade during a single
rotation. Pitch is that distance in inches that a
propeller will travel if rotated one revolution without
any slippage.
!
DANGER
Disconnect power by moving the battery switch
to the “OFF” position prior to removing the
propeller.
In addition, the pitch of most propellers on average
recreational vessels is geared toward maximizing the
speed of the vessel, not torque, thus making towing
inefficient and stressful on the engine
Another recreational boat may assist by standing by,
and possibly keeping the disabled boat’s bow at a
proper angle until help arrives.
If it becomes necessary to tow your boat:
If possible, create a bridle with a line around the
hull or superstructure or use spring lines to secure
the towed vessel to the towing vessel (See below).
Either of these methods will distribute the load over
a wide area. Be sure to use fenders or other chafe
protection at the pressure points.