OPERATE IN THE VESSEL’S OPERATIONAL
ENVELOPE Driving a boat beyond its limitations
can have damaging effects on the hull, engines and
equipment. SHOCKWAVE seats are designed to provide
shock mitigation to the occupant. They will not protect
the occupants from injury caused from operating the
vessel outside of its operational envelope.
OPERATE THE VESSEL IN YOUR
CREW’S PHYSICAL CONDITIONING
ENVELOPE Personal fitness is a limiting factor to
the amount of sustained G loads a person can endure
without injury. If you have inexperienced, relatively
unfit or overweight persons aboard, extra caution must
be exercised to prevent injury. The helmsman must be
keenly aware of the shock loads being transmitted to
others not in a suspension seat or standing as serious
injury can occur. Installation of SHOCKWAVE seats
provides an extra level of protection but they will not
protect a person from ALL shock loads.
OPERATE IN YOUR OWN ABILITY ENVELOPE
SHOCKWAVE seating will increase the confidence of
the helmsman. Sometimes over confidence can lead to
loss of control. Generally, the seats will permit greater
control of the vessel and the helmsman should focus
on using the control advantages of shock mitigated
seating to better look after the vessel and crew.
DO NOT SIT IN SEATS WITH HARD OR SHARP
OBJECTS. DO NOT WALK ON SEATS Ensure
that sharp objects and heavy gear are worn so that
they will not tear upholstery.
DO NOT TIE THE BOAT UP WITH THE
SUSPENSION MODULE As tempting as it may be
SHOCKWAVE seats are not designed to tie up the boat.
A sudden surge or wave will likely bend the seats or
attachment brackets and compromise performance.
TIE EVERYTHING DOWN Pay attention to how
you have stowed your gear. Elastic shock cords
and ratchet tie-downs should be used to secure all
gear. Plastic containers of oil and other fluids must
be protected from chafing and puncture. Electronic
equipment must be secured to prevent damage from
shock loads.
CHECK ALL EQUIPMENT Conventional mounting
brackets for heavy items such as fire extinguishers
are subject to much more loading than without shock
mitigation. Make sure all of your equipment brackets
are tight. Recheck major equipment bolts regularly.
Wiring, cables and fluid hoses should be bundled
tightly and not allowed to flail. Do not allow any objects
under the seats or footrests as they will limit the stroke
of the seat and damage the objects or the seat.
SHOCKWAVE Marine Suspension Modules are designed to mitigate shock and vibration encountered in high-speed vessel
operation in rough seas. Following the suggestions in this section will ensure that you are getting the most out of the product.
ENSURE THAT THE SUSPENSION MODULE
IS FUNCTIONING PROPERLY Refer to the
Caution Notes in the next section. The following is
provided as a general checklist. Providing you have
done everything correctly in the Caution Notes - do not
operate the seat if:
• The shock absorber setting or sag is incorrect
• Components are loose, broken or missing
• The suspension module makes a strange noise
USE SEAT BELTS If supplied - seat belts prevent
occupants from being ejected from the vessel and the
seat. When not in use, the seat belt buckle ends should
be fastened to prevent damage to the suspension
module.
ADJUST HEIGHT AND FORE AND AFT
ADJUST CORRECTLY If supplied - correct
ergonomics and posture enhances the ability to
operate the vessel safely and reduces the risk of shock
and vibration related injury. Take the time to adjust the
seat on the suspension module so that it’s comfortable.
RINSE THE SUSPENSION MODULE WITH
FRESH WATER AFTER EACH USE Rinse
suspension module with fresh water after each use or
every week if being stored outside to prevent a buildup
of salt and debris.
GENERAL BOATING BEST PRACTICES AND SAFETY
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