6 Bennington Owner’s Manual
Operate all equipment in accordance with the manufacturers’ instructions.
Read all manuals and instructions supplied with your boat.
Being a safe boater. Bennington marine recommends that all boaters take boating safety courses and
always provide children with constant adult supervision.
Familiarize yourself with, and obey all warning labels on your boat.
Always obey all applicable federal, state, and local laws!
Insure your boat with a reputable insurance company.
Bennington marine has a permanent record of your boat, which is retained under its “Hull Identifi ca-
tion Number” (HIN). Data regarding equipment and accessories, as well as dealer/shipping informa-
tion is documented.
When contacting your dealer concerning warranties, or service, please have all relevant information
such as Serial numbers (HIN), model, and boat color available. The “Hull Identifi cation Number”
(HIN) is located on the starboard rear corner of the boat. Failure to include the HIN may create
delays in service from your dealer.
Pontoon Boat (Starboard Stern Corner of boat)
“Hull Identifi cation Number” (HIN) found here on boat.
Please understand that the best possible way for you to obtain warranty or repair service is
to work with the Bennington marine dealership where you purchased your boat. Bennington
dealers are equipped to handle any concerns you may have after the sale of your new boat.
OWNER’S PACKET:
Your Bennington boat has many features and accessories that have existing printed material provided
by the various equipment manufacturers. This information is compiled in a package that we refer-
ence throughout this manual as an “Owner’s packet”. This owner’s packet includes a Bennington
marine owner’s manual, component manuals, and engine manual (if applicable) to advise on opera-
tion, service, specifi cations, maintenance, warranty and other useful facts. Your owner’s packet can
also be used to retain instructions and data compiled on additional equipment and accessories in-
stalled after delivery. Also, please read the NMMA manual, “Pontoon/Deck Style Boats” included.
WARRANTY & CUSTOMER SATISFACTION SURVEY:
The Bennington marine warranty statement is located in the owner’s packet. Upon the purchase
of your new Bennington boat, the dealer will complete the owner registration process. Please read
and understand the Bennington limited product warranty. Your Bennington dealer should be your
fi rst contact for all warranty problems and concerns. After your boat is registered with Bennington,
you will receive a Customer Satisfaction Survey for you to complete (allow 90 days). If you do not
receive this survey, please contact Bennington at 574-264-6336 or e-mail sales@Benningtonmarine.
com to receive a copy and to confi rm registration.
STATE REGISTRATION:
All motor craft not documented by the U.S. coast guard must display registration numbers. Every
boat equipped with propulsion machinery of any type must be registered in the main state of usage.
In nearly all states this means registration with the designated state agency. In a few jurisdictions,
the coast guard retains registration authority. Registration numbers and validation stickers must be
displayed on the boat according to regulations.
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