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Auxiliary Equipment Operation
SWIM PLATFORM
e swim platform is used with the boarding ladder
to enter and exit the water. Never dive from the swim
platform or swim under it. e swim platform is not
intended to be used for storing heavy objects. Keep the
platform surface free of objects to prevent bodily injury
due to falling. Periodically inspect all swim platform
fasteners and stanchions under the platform for tightness
and corrosion. Replace parts as needed.
Do not exceed the swim platform recommended pound-
age capacity.
Use the swim platform cleats for temporary tying only
such as stopping at an on-the-water restaurant or fuel
dock. Use the other deck cleats for permanent moor-
ings. When securing lines leave enough slack for local
tidal changes.
Never attempt to li the boat using the swim platform
or cleats on the vessel! See the section on sling markers.
Never swim around or under the swim platform while
the engines are running due to the e ects of carbon mon-
oxide poisoning. Read and understand all CO labels in
the safety on board chapter. See the ladder information
found earlier in this chapter.
AVOID SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH!
NEVER OPERATE THE VESSEL
WITH PEOPLE ON TOP OR HOLDING ON TO
THE SWIM PLATFORM
STRUCTURE OR HARDWARE.
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