UNDERWAY
manufactured for level upright flotation; however, if the
boat does capsize, hold onto whatever you can. The boat
hull is much easier for rescuers to spot than a human head
sticking out of the water. Do not attempt to swim to shore.
It may be farther than it appears.
Collisions
If you are involved in a collision with a boat, or with a fixed
object such as a pier, sandbar, reef or bridge, check for
injuries and render first aid when necessary. Before
proceeding, check out your boat thoroughly. Check
steering cables for possible jamming. Raise the outboard
motor and inspect for possible propeller or lower unit damage.
Proceed carefully to port and remove the boat from the water
to thoroughly inspect it for damage.
Running Aground
To prevent boat damage, DO NOT use deck hardware
for towing. Cleat can snap off and cause personal injury.
Use a commercial towing service.
Operating in shallow water can present a number of
hazards. Sand bars in narrow inlets are constantly shifting,
making it difficult to mark them with buoys. Sometimes
sand bars are indicated by waves as they form into
breakers when passing over sand bars.
If your boat runs aground, first check persons aboard for
injury. Then check for damage to the boat. If you ground
your boat on a sand bar, shut down the engine and seek
help from a commercial towing service, from another
boater or radio for help. See your dealer as soon as
possible, as sand ingested in the engine cooling system
can cause major engine damage.
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