Section 3
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Figure 3-3Use in heavy traffic areas
Figure 3-3
Driver Position
1. Always keep your right hand on the throttle, even if you have a speed control
device engaged, so you have immediate control of the throttle.
2. Always keep your left hand on the steering wheel, preferably at the 10 o'clock
position. If you take it off, the light-pressure steering you enjoy becomes
sensitive to even small torques on the rudder. This could cause the boat to
take unexpected turns.
3. Sit firmly in the driver's seat, never on the seat backs, gunwale, sun deck or
anywhere else where one big wake could eject you from the craft.
4. Alternate your eyes between the mirror, to watch the skier/rider, and your boat
path. Watching your wake in the mirror can help ensure a straight boat path.
Continually watch all directions for boats or other obstructions
5. Monitor the gauges, including water temperature and oil pressure, to make
sure the engine is running smoothly. Keep the fuel gauge over 1/4 tank to
prevent sloshing gas giving a false reading.
6. It is the driver's responsibility to keep all passengers seated in a proper seat
while the boat is underway. DO NOT allow passengers to sit on the seat
backs, gunwale, sun deck or motor box. Sitting in these positions will often
encourage a visit from your local water patrol, and may result in a ticket. DO
NOT allow small children to sit in the bow area when the boat is under way
without adult supervision.
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