Owner`s manual

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• Avoid sea conditions that are beyond the skill and experience of you and your crew.

MAKE SURE ONE OTHER PERSON ON THE BOAT IS INSTRUCTED IN THE OPERATION OF

THE BOAT AND MAKE SURE THE BOAT IS OPERATED IN COMPLIANCE WITH ALL STATE

AND LOCAL LAWS GOVERNING THE USE OF A BOAT.

DO NOT OPERATE THE BOAT UNLESS IT IS COMPLETELY ASSEMBLED. KEEP ALL FAS-

TENERS TIGHT. KEEP ADJUSTMENTS ACCORDING TO SPECIFICATIONS.

• Before operating the boat for the first time, read the engine break-in procedures. The break-in procedures

are found in the owner’s manual for the engine. The manual is in the literature packet.

• As different types of engines are used to power the boat, have the dealer describe the operating

procedures for your boat. For more instructions on “How To Operate The Boat,” make sure you read the

instructions given to you in the owner’s manual for the engine you have selected.

For more instructions on safety, equipment and boat handling, enroll in one of the several free boating courses

offered. For information on the courses offered in your area, call the “Boating Safety Hotline,” 800-368-

5647.

If the drive unit hits an underwater object, stop the engine. Inspect the drive unit for damage. If the unit is

damaged, contact your dealer for a complete inspection and repair of the unit.

TO STOP THE BOAT, FOLLOW THIS PROCEDURE:

• Allow the engine to drop to the idle speed.

• Make sure the shifting levers are in the neutral position.

If the engines have been run at high speed for a long period of time, allow the engines to cool down by running

the engines in the idle position for 3 to 5 minutes.

• Turn the ignition keys to the “Off” position.

• Raise the trim tabs to the full up position.

TURN OFF THE ENGINE AT IDLE SPEED. RACING THE ENGINE BEFORE SWITCHING IT

OFF CAN DRAW WATER INTO THE ENGINE THROUGH THE EXHAUST. THIS CAN CAUSE

INTERNAL DAMAGE.

AFTER OPERATION:

• If operating in saltwater, wash the boat and all equipment with soap and water. Flush the engine using

fresh water. Please refer to the engine owner's manual for instructions on flushing your outboard engine.