Lower and secure the canopy. Secure the engine. Attach rear tie down straps prior to towing.
Please refer to your boat trailerʼs ownerʼs manual for additional information.
The above Launching and Loading instructions are meant to be used as a general guideline for
launching and loading your boat. Please understand that these instructions may vary depend-
ing on (but not limited to) ramp location, weather conditions, water conditions, and make/type
of trailer being used. Please refer to your boat trailerʼs ownerʼs manual for additional informa-
tion.
Measure the height of your boat on the trailer and add at least 8 inches as a safety factor.
When traveling with your boat/trailer check all routes for any height hazards.
Always be aware of clearances when entering lling stations, motels, or other places where over-
heads are present.
Reduced braking capabilities may occur soon after loading due to water getting into the brakes. Ap-
plying the brakes several times at a slow speed should help the drying process. Refer to you trailerʼs
ownerʼs manual for information.
Fueling Your Boat:
Gasoline is very volatile! Never have the engine running when refueling. Do not smoke or have
any open ames near the fuel tank, vent or ll. Be cautious while fueling during hot weather. Heat
expands gasoline causing pressure to build in portable fuel tanks. Never ll portable tanks to capac-
ity because expansion can cause fuel leakage.
Do not use fuels containing any form of alcohol or alcohol derivatives. Alcohol can cause damage to
marine fuel system hoses and components. Weak hoses can lead to leaks, re or explosions. Inspect
the fuel system for leakage, weakening, hardening, swelling, or corrosion of components including
the fuel tanks, fuel lines, ttings, fuel lters and carbs. If any component shows signs of leaking, it
must be replaced. Check the engine ownerʼs
manual for additional information.
Follow these basic procedures to ll your boatʼs primary fuel tank:
Remove fuel ll cap from tank tting and insert the fuel supply nozzle.
After pumping 5 gallons of fuel into the tank, inspect the engine and fuel tank area for signs of pos-
sible fuel leaks. If leaks are not found continue with fueling. If fuel cannot be pumped into the tank
at a reasonable rate, check for a plugged fuel vent or a kink in the fuel line. Continue fueling if you
do not nd leaks or other problems.
Stop lling the tank before fuel overows. Allow space at the top of the fuel tank for thermal expan-
sion. Fuel pumped from underground tanks is cooler than the outside air. Gasoline expands as it
warms up and can easily overow.
! WARNING !
The height of your boat can be a safety factor when considering a travel route.
! WARNING !
Wet trailer brakes may drastically reduce your ability to stop!
! DANGER !
GASOLINE IS A FIRE HAZARD!
! DANGER !
Do not smoke while fueling your boat!
Shut off engine while fueling your boat!
! DANGER !
Fuel vapors are explosive. Fuel leaking from any part of the fuel system can lead to
re and explosion. Leaking fuel can cause injury, damage or even death.
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