HISON WATERCRAFT
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Flares
A watertight flashlight
A cellular telephone in a waterproof bag or container may also be beneficial if you get into
difficulty or just for contacting someone.
Operating in Cold Weather
Exposure to cold
Dress appropriately for cold weather and take measures to avoid hypothermia, frost bite,
and other cold-related injuries.
Factors which increase your chance of a cold injury include:
Using the Crosski in cold air or water
Wind-chill factor due to riding speed – even moderate speed can result in colder windchill
Riding in areas where rescue may be delayed
Getting wet or falling in the water
Being unable to get on top of a capsized Crosski
Plan your rides and your gear accordingly. Be prepared for bad weather and breakdowns. If
you will be riding on the water, consider a thick wetsuit, a dry-suit, or other gear that will help
you stay warm and/or dry, or items such as a coat or jacket style PFD that will cover more body
area and provide more insulation than a vest style PFD. Keep in mind that getting wet and falling
in is always a possibility when riding on water. If you do fall in, reboard the Crosski as soon as
possible.
Operating on land
Crosski uses raw water heat exchangers to cool the engine oil and coolant when operating in
marine mode. If you are planning to use the Crosski on land and the ambient air temperature is
likely to fall below 0°C (32°F), the Crosski must be emptied of raw water to prevent damage to
the cooling system.
Operating on frozen bodies of water
Never operate on a frozen body of water unless you are sure the ice is thick enough to
support the weight and moving force of the Crosski, you, and your cargo.
Even though the Crosski can float, it may become stuck if it falls through the ice.
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