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FORMULA
OPERATION
CRUISER/SUPERSPORT
When towing, use only the bow and stern
eyes; do not use cleats, handrails, etc. Do
not allow anyone to be in line with the tow
rope. If the rope should break or pull free,
a dangerous recoil could occur resulting in
severe injury or death to anyone in its
path.
Adjust the tow line to match wave action. Keep the
boats on the crest or in the trough of the waves at
the same time. In protected, calm waters, shorten
the line for better handling. Tow at moderate
speed, allowing for adverse wind and wave
conditions. Have the operator of the towed boat
steer with you, if possible.
If you need a tow, or wish to tow another boat,
use great care. The boat structure can be
damaged by excessive pulling strain. You should
offer help to a boat in trouble. However, towing a
capsized, grounded or hull damaged boat is
dangerous. Give assistance to the occupants;
then call the proper authorities.
HEAVY WEATHER
Getting caught in severe weather is hazardous.
Check with local weather stations, the USCG, or
Weather Service Broadcasts for the latest
conditions. It is recommended to check the
weather, sea and wind conditions not only before
you leave, but, periodically while you are boating.
A change in wave height, wind direction and
speed indicates deteriorating weather. Take
common sense precautions if you are forced to
operate your boat in stormy conditions:
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Wear PFDs.
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Stow gear below deck and batten down
equipment on deck.
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Reduce speed and head for a safe place that
you can easily reach.
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If you lose power, keep the boat headed into
the waves by using the anchor.
Learn the storm signals.
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