Owner`s manual

Chapter 5
5-8
Sport Boat
use a slow speed and shallow angle. Be ready to reverse to stop and
maintain position.
• If there is no wind or current, approach the dock at a 10 to 20 degree
angle.
• If possible, throw a line to a person on the dock and have that person
secure a bow line.
• With the bow secure, swing the stern in with the engine, or pull it in with
a boat hook.
Before tying up the boat, be sure to use enough fenders to protect the boat
from damage. If possible, tie up with the bow toward the waves with a
good quality double-braided nylon line. Tie up only to the lifting or tie-down
eyes; never use the handrails or windshield frames. If the boat is to be
moored for a long period of time, use chafing protectors on lines to protect
the gelcoat finish. Leave a little slack in the lines to allow for some wave
movement or tidal action if applicable.
Follow these guidelines when departing:
• Very slowly shift into forward at idle speed.
• When the stern moves away from the dock, turn the engine away from
the dock.
• Cast off bow line and back away.
If the wind or current is pushing away from the dock, cast off all lines and
allow to drift until you are clear.
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WIND or CURRENT WIND or CURRENT
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