Owner`s manual

Boating Safety
Sport Boat
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SAFETY WHILE BOATING
Boating-related accidents are generally caused by the operator’s failure to
follow basic safety rules or written precautions. Most accidents can be
avoided if the operator is completely familiar with the boat, its operation
and can recognize potentially hazardous situations.
In addition to everyday safety, failure to observe the safety
recommendations may result in severe personal injury or death to you or
to others. Use caution and common sense when operating your boat.
Don’t take unnecessary chances! Remember that at least three people are
needed for safe towing.
Failure to adhere to these warnings may result in severe injury or death to
you and/or others.
• Look before you turn the boat. As a boater you are obligated to
maintain a course and speed unless it is safe to alter course and
speed. Look before you turn.
• Improper operation of the boat is extremely dangerous.
Operators must read and understand all operating manuals
supplied with the boat before operation.
• On-board equipment must always conform to the governing
federal, state and local regulations.
• DO NOT operate the boat while under the influence of alcohol or
other drugs.
• DO NOT stand or allow passengers to stand in the boat, or sit on
the transom, seat backs, engine cover or sides of the boat while
the engine is running. You or others may be thrown from the boat.
• DO NOT allow any type of spark or open flame on board. It may
result in fire or explosion.
• DO NOT leave children in the boat without adult supervision.
• DO NOT sit in front of the operator to avoid obstructing the
operator’s view.
• DO NOT dive from the boat without being absolutely sure of the
depth of the water, otherwise severe injury or death may occur
from striking the bottom or submerged objects.
• DO NOT swim near the boat when the engine is running. Being in
NEUTRAL is not enough, the propeller may still be turning and
carbon monoxide may be present.
• DO NOT replace your boat’s marine parts with automotive parts.
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