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4. Give immediate attention to a fallen skier. Always keep

fallen skier on the operator’s side of the boat when

returning to attend the skier. Operators should always

have fallen skiers in sight. Be careful not to swamp the

boat while taking a skier on board.

5. Do not water ski between sunset and sunrise. It is illegal in

most states.

Passenger Safety Message – Pontoon Boats

Whenever the boat is in motion, observe the location of all

the passengers. Never allow any passengers to stand or use

seats other than those designated for traveling faster than

idle speed. A sudden reduction in boat speed, such as the

result of plunging into a large wave or wake, a sudden

throttle reduction, or a sharp change of boat direction could

throw them over the front of the boat. Falling over the front

of the boat between the two pontoons will position them to

be run over by the motor.

1. Boats having an open front deck:

No one should ever be on the deck in the front of the fence

or rails while the boat is in motion. Keep all passengers

behind the front fence or enclosure. Persons on the front

deck could easily be thrown overboard, or persons dangling

their feet over the front edge could get their legs caught by a

wave and pulled into the water.

2. Boats with front-mounted, raised pedestal seats:

These elevated seats are not intended for use when the boat

is traveling faster than idle or trolling speed. While boat is

underway, sit only in seats designated for traveling at faster

speeds.

Any unexpected sudden reduction in boat speed could result

in the elevated passenger falling over the front of the boat.

Switch the engine off before taking skiers aboard from in the water.

Do not leave the engine running in neutral; if the shift is accidentally

engaged, the propeller can seriously injure the skier.

2.7

WATER SPORTS

RESPONSIBILITY CODE

Be aware that there are elements of risk in boating,

skiing, and riding that common sense and

personal awareness can help reduce.

Know your ability level and stay within it.

TO INCREASE YOUR ENJOYMENT OF THE SPORT,

FOLLOW THE WATERSPORTS RESPONSIBILITY CODE.

IT IS YOUR RESPONSIBILITY:

• To familiarize yourself with all applicable laws, the

risks inherent in the sport, and the proper use of

equipment.

• To know the waterways where you will be skiing or

riding. Do not ski or ride in shallow water, near shore,

docks, pilings, swimmers, or other watercraft.

• To always have a person other than the boat driver as

an observer and agree on hand signals before starting.

• To always wear a U.S. Coast Guard type III (PFD) vest.

• To read your Owner’s Manual and inspect your

equipment prior to use.

• To ski or ride within your limits. Always ski or ride in

control and at speeds appropriate for your ability.

• To always turn ignition off when anyone is near a

watercraft power drive unit.

• To never operate watercraft, ski or ride under the

inﬂuence of alcohol or drugs.

• Carbon monoxide (CO) poisoning from engine

exhaust may cause injury or death.

• Never “Platform Drag” or touch a swim platform while

the engine is running.

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