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2023 OWNER’S MANUAL
LOAD-CARRYING CAPACITY
Check the certification label attached to the front left side of the
trailer. This is very important as it shows the maximum load-
carrying capacity of the trailer. It will also show the Gross Vehicle
Weight Rating (GVWR). Be sure that the total weight of the boat,
engine, gear and trailer does not exceed the GVWR.
exceed the total weight limits for the trailer, but may also result
in the improper distribution of the weight on the trailer, thereby
making towing dicult and/or causing instability when towing.
This can be very dangerous to the driver, any passengers and to
other motorists.
NEVER tow with water in ballast tanks or bags. Failure to empty
ballast tanks, bladders or bags on the boat prior to towing can
result in improper weight distribution, which can cause towing
instability. This could cause the driver to lose control of the
tow rig, resulting in death or serious injury to the driver, any
passengers and/or to other motorists, or property damage.
Do not tow the boat with wakeboards, skis or other gear left on
the board tower racks. Doing so may void the warranty and cause
damage to the boat or to vehicles following behind as boards and/
or racks may become disengaged.
Do not tow with any gear in the tower racks, even if the gear
appears to be secure. The racks are not designed to withstand
air pressure from highway speeds. Gear may become dislodged,
potentially causing damage to the boat or following vehicles.
NOTE: The gross Vehicle Weight Rating (“GVWR”) is the estimated
total weight of a road vehicle that is loaded to capacity, including
the weight of the vehicle itself. Therefore, the maximum load-
carrying capacity of the trailer is the GVWR less the weight of the
empty trailer.
Be especially careful to avoid overloading the trailer by putting
heavy baggage, camping gear, etc. inside the boat.
Do not tow the boat with a water-filled bladder or with water in the
ballast tanks. Failure to empty the contents of bladders or ballast
tanks will cause the tongue weight percentage to be incorrect.
Towing with water-filled bladder(s)/ballast tank(s) may not only
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