SAFETY INFORMATION 9
– Engine exhaust contains carbon
monoxide (CO), which can cause in-
jury or death if inhaled in sufficient
quantities. Do not operate the boat
in a confined area or allow CO to ac-
cumulate in or around the boat, or in
enclosed or sheltered areas. Such
as when docked, or when rafting.
Be aware of risk of CO from exhaust
of other boats.
– Educate all occupants about the
risks and symptoms of CO accumu-
lation and CO poisoning, particularly
from engine and generator exhaust.
Educate them about where engine
exhaust outlets (and generator out-
lets if so equipped) are located. Reg-
ularly inspect exhaust and generator
system and outlets for component
failures or obstructions.
– Combustion engines need air to op-
erate; consequently this boat cannot
be totally watertight. Any maneu-
vers such as figure eights that cause
the upper deck to be under water
may cause severe engine problems
due to water ingestion. Refer to the
SPECIAL PROCEDURES and LIMIT-
ED WARRANTY sections contained
in this Operator’s Guide.
– Respect no wake zones, the rights
of other water users and the envi-
ronment. As the “skipper” and
owner of a boat, you are responsi-
ble for damage to other craft caused
by the wake of your boat. Do not let
anyone throw refuse overboard.
– Between sunset and sunrise, use
the boat's navigation lights and re-
duce speed. Do not operate the
boat in reduced visibility.
– Do not add accessories or equipment
that may adversely affect visibility or
alter control of the boat.
– The skipper should personally take
the helm during storms.
Before Getting Underway...
– Always perform the pre-operation
checks as specified in this Opera-
tor’s Guide.
– Do not exceed the payload or pas-
senger capacities for this boat,
which are listed on the capacity
plate and in the specifications.
Overloading can affect maneuver-
ability, stability and performance.
Also, heavy seas reduce capacity. A
payload or person capacity plate is
not an excuse for failure to use com-
mon sense or good judgment.
– Regularly inspect the boat, the hull,
engine, safety equipment, and all
other boating gear and keep them in
safe operating condition.
– Be sure you have the minimum re-
quired safety equipment, PFDs and
any additional gear needed for your
cruise.
– Check that all lifesaving equipment,
including fire extinguisher, is in safe
operating condition and easily acces-
sible. Show all passengers where
this equipment is, and make sure
they know how to use it.
– Keep an eye on the weather. Check
local weather broadcasts before de-
parture. Be alert to changing condi-
tions.
– Keep accurate and up-to-date charts
of the boating area on board. Before
getting underway, check water con-
ditions in the planned boating area.
– Before departure, file a Float Plan
with a responsible person ashore.
– Keep enough fuel on board for the
planned trip. Always verify fuel level
before use and during the ride. Ap-
ply the principle of 1/3 of the fuel to
reach your destination, 1/3 to re-
turn, and keep 1/3 in reserve. Allow
for changes due to adverse weather
or other delays.
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