Skeeter DEEP-V - Boat Setup

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BOATING SAFETY
BOAT SETUP
Your Skeeter boat is shipped from Skeeter with almost all the necessities to operate your boat. Not
all boats will be equipped as others, since you have the option on how to accessorize and equip your
boat.
The installation of your outboard motor is already done by Skeeter. The installation height may have
to be adjusted to optimize and maximize its performance. (The installation height is the distance from
the bottom of the cavitation plate to the top of the straight edge.) The installation height should never
be adjusted by someone who is not qualied to establish the correct installation height. The installed
height is based on an average, since Skeeter cannot predetermine your boat’s loads or uses. The
addition of add-ons or accessories which can inhibit performance and safety should never be added
as a means of trying to increase performance. If you believe you are experiencing poor performance,
contact your Skeeter Dealer.
A jack plate is sometimes used on boats to adjust engine installation height. Do not use a jack
plate on your Skeeter boat unless it is specically designed for one, and then only use the Skeeter-
recommended jack plate. Other jack plate installations are considered misuse and are not covered by
warranty.
For jack plate operation, see the operation manual that came with your boat.
Engine Stop Switch and Cord Lanyard
Your Skeeter boat is equipped with an engine stop switch and cord lanyard. Skeeter strongly
recommends that the cord lanyard be secured to the operator and the lock plate attached to the
engine stop switch prior to starting the engine and anytime the engine is operating.
This device is designed to turn off the engine whenever the operator moves far enough away from
the helm to activate the switch. It is strongly recommended that the operator use the cord lanyard.
WARNING
WARNING
Do not attempt to alter your Skeeter boat to increase performance. Modications could
make your boat unsafe to use, increasing the risk of severe injury or death.
• Attach the engine stop switch cord lanyard to a secure place on your clothing, arm, or
leg while operating.
• Avoid accidentally pulling the cord lanyard power means loss of most steering control.
Also, without engine power, the boat could slow rapidly. This could cause people and
objects in the boat to be thrown forward.
• DO NOT attach the cord lanyard to clothing that could tear loose. DO NOT route the
cord lanyard where it could become entangled, preventing it from functioning.