LAUNCHING
Serious accidents can occur at the launching ramp. erefore, 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 o 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.
Install the drain plug. Attach 2 lines, one each at the bow and stern,
to control your boat once it is o the trailer. If you need additional
fenders to keep the sides of the boat from banging against the ramp
walls, use those as well.
Unhook the stern tie-downs and the winch line to the bow. Unplug
the trailer harness connector so the hot trailer light bulbs won’t blow
out when they come in contact with water.
When backing in, have someone assist, giving the palms up stop signal
when the boat is in deep enough water to oat o , or when the rear
wheels of your vehicle approach the water’s edge.
A er your boat is oating freely, position it clear of the trailer before
pulling out of the water. If there is no one to help you, secure one of
the lines you’ve attached from the boat to the dock and use the other
line to pull the boat o trailer. e process is easier with 2 people.
AVOID LOSING VEHICLE TRACTION!
DO NOT ALLOW REAR WHEELS TO ENCOUNTER
SAND OR SLIPPERY CONCRETE CONDITIONS.
AVOID BODILY INJURY!
RAMPS ARE VERY SLIPPERY.
DO NOT ATTEMPT TO WALK OR STAND
ON AN ANGLED BOAT RAMP.
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