LAUNCHING
Serious accidents can occur at the launching ramp. Therefore, it is
imperative you be alert and attentive during launching and docking
activities. Study the ramp area and surrounding water for any potential
hazards, such as a short ramp, or one with a drop off at the end. if
you are uncertain of the conditions, ask someone else who has just
used the ramp if there are any peculiarities to the area.
Attach two lines, one each at the bow and stern to control your boat
once it is off the trailer. If you need additional fenders to keep the
sides of the boat from banging against walls, put those on as well.
Unhook the stern tie-downs and the winch line to the bow. unplug
the trailer harness connector so the trailer lights won’t blow out when
the come in contact with the water.
When backing in, have someone assist, giving signals to stop or turn
when required. Stop the trailer when the boat is in deep enough water
to fl oat off, or when the rear of your vehicle approaches the water’s
edge.
After the boat is fl oating freely, position it clear of the trailer before
pulling the trailer away. If there is no one to help you, secure on of
the lines you’ve attached from the boat to the dock, and use the other
line to pull the boat off the trailer.
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CAUTION
AVOID LOSING VEHICLE TRACTION! DO NOT ALLOW REAR
WHEELS TO ENCOUNTER SAND OR SLIPPERY CONCRETE
CONDITIONS.
Vehicle Traction Caution
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