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Overview of the guide's purpose in teaching watercraft operation and enjoyment.
Scan for hazards, operate defensively, maintain safe distances, and take early action to avoid collisions.
Defines Trolling, Sub-planing, and Planing speeds for watercraft operation.
Learn to locate, operate, and pre-check all watercraft controls for safe operation.
Practice proper boarding and operating positions to gain comfort with controls.
Step-by-step guide to safely start the watercraft engine using the remote and start switch.
Learn to stop the engine using the stop switch and engine shut-off cord.
Instructions for boarding the watercraft from the water and maintaining balance.
Procedure for righting a capsized watercraft and preventing engine compartment water ingress.
Practice moving straight and making large figure eights at trolling speed.
Learn to execute 360-degree turns by using full handlebar lock at low speeds.
Learn how throttle and handlebars steer the watercraft and how it stops without brakes.
Practice making ovals to improve turning control at sub-planing speeds.
Master circles, figure eights, and understand throttle's impact on turning.
Learn to stop the watercraft by releasing the throttle and the importance of throttle for steering.
Practice stopping and turning to avoid imaginary objects at various speeds.
Experience watercraft handling, sliding, and spinning during high-speed turns.
Combine turns at planing speed, gradually increasing speed and turn tightness.
Provides information on how to cross wakes and swells with minimal jolt and maintain control.
Learn how to board passengers and operate the watercraft with added weight.
Ensure passengers are seated correctly, feet in footwells, and holding on securely.
Concluding remarks emphasize common sense, good judgment, and awareness of personal limits.
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