Section 3 - On the Water
Table of Contents
Safe Boating Recommendations.......................................... 28
Carbon Monoxide Exposure................................................. 29
Be Alert To Carbon Monoxide Poisoning ..................... 29
Stay Clear of Exhaust Areas ........................................ 29
Good Ventilation .......................................................... 29
Poor Ventilation ........................................................... 30
Important Operation Information........................................... 30
Launching...................................................................... 30
Duty Cycle Rating Requirements...................................30
Operation Chart............................................................. 31
Freezing Temperature and Cold Weather Operation.... 31
Drain Plug and Bilge Pump............................................31
Starting, Shifting, and Stopping............................................ 32
Before Starting the Engine.............................................32
Starting a Cold Engine................................................... 32
Engine Warm‑Up........................................................... 33
Shifting........................................................................... 33
Engine Shut Down (Stopping)....................................... 33
Protecting People in the Water............................................. 33
While You Are Cruising ......................................... 33
While Boat Is Stationary ........................................ 34
High‑Speed and High‑Performance...............................34
Wave and Wake Jumping..................................................... 34
Impact with Underwater Hazards......................................... 34
Conditions Affecting Operation............................................. 35
Weight Distribution (Passengers and Gear) Inside the
Boat............................................................................... 35
Bottom of Boat............................................................... 35
Elevation and Climate.................................................... 35
Propeller Selection.........................................................35
Getting Started..................................................................... 36
Engine Initial Break‑In Procedure.................................. 36
ZF Inboard Transmission Initial Break‑in....................... 36
End of First Season Checkup........................................ 36
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