Specifications
OPERATION
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PRE-CRUISE SYSTEM CHECK
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GENERAL
Before starting the boat, become familiar with
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of the Before leaving the dock, the following items should be
various component systems and the related operation. checked:
Is
all of the necessary safety equipment on-board? Are
the "Rules of the Road" known and understood? Has
an
A.
Before
Starting
The
Engines
experienced pilot briefed you on the general operation of
your new boat? Has a "Pre-Cruise Systems Check" 1. Check the weather forecast. Determine if the cruise
been performed?
Iftheanswertoanyofthesequestions
planned can be made safely.
is "No," read this section very carefully.
2.
Check the bilge water level. Check the engine and
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COMPONENT SYSTEMS drive fluid levels. Look for other signs
of
potential
problems. Check for the scent of fuel fumes.
Before you can really enjoy your boat, a thorough
understanding
of
its systems and their operation is
3.
Set the Battery Selector Switch to the desired posi-
essential. This manual and the associated manufactur- tion. See section
E.
ers information are provided to enhance your knowledge
of the boat. Read this information carefully.
4.
Activate the Bilge Blower. Check the blower
output
After becoming familiarwiththe boat and its systems, re-
5.
Be sure all necessary safety equipment is on-board
read this manual. Maintenance and service tips are and operative. This includes items such as the running
included to help keep the boat in like-new condition. lights, spotlight, life saving devices, etc.
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EQUIPMENT
6.
Be sure the Dockside shore power cord is discon-
nected.
Besides the equipment installed on the boat by Carver
Boat Corporation, certain other equipment is required to
7.
Be sure the Dockside Water Supply Line is discon-
ensure passenger safety. A brochure listing the Federal
nected.
equipment requirements is included with this manual.
Remember that these laws are for your protection and
8.
Ensure an adequate amount of fuel is on board.
are minimum requirements. Also, check your local and
state regulations. Items like a sea anchor, working
9. Be sure you
have sufficient water and other p(ovi-
anchor, extra dock lines, flare pistol, a line permanently sions on board for the cruise planned.
secured to your ring buoy, etc. could at some time
save
your passengers lives, or save your boat from damage.
10. Leave a written message listing details of the
planned cruise with a close friend ashore.
The Coast Guard Auxiliary offers a "Courtesy Examina-
tion." This inspection will ensure the boat is equipped B.
After
Starting
The
Engine
with all
of
the necessary safety equipment.
11. Visibly check the engine to be sure there are no
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RULES OF THE ROAD apparent water or oil leaks.
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As in driving an automobile, there are a few rules that 12. Check the gauges. Make sure the oil pressure,
must
be
known if safe boating operation is to be main- water temperature, voltmeter, etc. are reading nor-
tained. The Coast Guard, Coast Guard Auxiliary, De- mally.
partment of Natural Resources
or
your local boat club
sponsor courses
in
boat handling, including rules of the 13. Have a safe cruise and enjoy yourself.
road. Such courses are strongly recommended. Books
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on this subject are also available from local libraries.
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