Owner`s manual

2012 World Cat 270TE Owners Manual
Chapter 1: CUSTOMER INFORMATION
1.1 OWNER’S PORTFOLIO
To help you enjoy the many features, benefits, and accessories on your new World Cat, we have provided you with the
following materials:
• World Cat Owner’s Manual (model specific)
• Vendor Supplied Manuals for various accessories
• Delivery Checklist
• Warranty Information
We refer to this package as the “Owner’s Portfolio”, and will reference it often throughout this text. The portfolio
contains a wealth of information, including advice on safety, operation, performance, maintenance, and warranty.
Reading and maintaining this information is extremely important, and could be the difference between a positive and
negative experience on the water.
For you convenience, World Cat also provides the NMMA text Sportfish, Cruisers, Yachts Owner’s Manual. It will be
referenced occasionally in your owner’s manual, and provides supplemental information on safety and basic boating
practices.
1.2 WARRANTY INFORMATION
Upon purchasing your new World Cat, the dealer is responsible for completing the warranty card provided by the
factory. The Dealer is responsibility for completing the warranty card and returning a copy to the factory. The Dealer
should provide you with a copy to keep in a secure place so it can be referenced quickly in the event of a warranty
issue. The 10 year limited hull warranty is transferable, and a copy is included at the back of this manual should you
decide to sell your boat.
1.3 DEALER RESPONSIBILITIES
Our dealers are an extension of the factory, and we expect them to provide you with great customer service and help
prepare you for a positive ownership experience. Therefore, we set forth a list of responsibilities for our dealers as
follows:
• Provide courteous service and explanation of the product prior to the sale.
• Provide sea trials, if requested, for potential owners.
• Provide a detailed orientation of your boat’s features and general operation upon delivery, including safety and
performance.
• Complete and sign delivery checklist.
• Explain, complete, and submit all warranty information in a timely manner after the purchase.
• Provide the customer with the “Owner’s Portfolio” and explain the information included therein.
• Provide service after the sale, or help the customer locate a qualified service at home or away.
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