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OPERATION
Pre-Starting Check List
j Operator knows safe navigation, boating/operating procedures.
j An approved personal flotation device of suitable size for each
person aboard and readily accessible (it is the law).
j A ring type life buoy or buoyant cushion designed to be thrown
to a person in the water.
j Know your boats maximum load capacity. Look at the boat ca-
pacity plate.
j Arrange passengers and load in the boat so the weight is distrib-
uted evenly and everyone is seated in a proper seat.
j Tell someone where you are going and when you expect to
return.
j It is illegal to operate a boat while under the influence of alcohol
or drugs.
j Know the waters and area you will be boating; tides, currents,
sand bars, rocks, and other hazards.
j Engine lowered to run position with all water intake holes sub-
merged.
j Fuel tank vent cap open or fuel petcock “On”.
j Fuel supply OK.
j Oil supply (oil injection) OK.
j Lanyard stop switch in “Run” position and cord connected.
j Remote control in “Neutral”.
j Top cowl latches secure.
j Make inspection checks listed in the Inspection and Maintenance
Schedule. Refer to Maintenance Section.
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