Instructions / Assembly

(98PO) "NMMA" BOAT W / MOTOR MOUNTING (TYPE II) ENGLISH 4.875” X 7.25” 04/25/2018
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Grab Line Installation (Certain Models):
IMPORTANT:
To properly install the inflatable boat’s grab
line and/or accessory lines, first inflate the boat.
If is necessary, begin the grab line installation at the
rear of the boat by threading it through the rope holders
completely around the outside of the boat. Tie the two loose
ends in a square knot at the rear end of the boat.
Accessory Line Installation (Certain
Models):
Your boat may have accessory lines to install.
Tie a figure eight knot into one end of the
accessory line and slide it through the rope
holders. Tie a figure eight knot in the remaining
end of the rope.
The accessory bags may or may not be
attached to the accessory lines. Slide the
rope through the accessory bags while
installing the accessory lines, if desired.
Figure eight knot
Safety and Operating Instructions
Before Departing from the Shore or Dock
Know all required information and inform your passengers:
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Take a boating safety course and get hands-on training from your boat dealer or local
boating authorities.
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Know all local regulations and hazards related to water activities and boat operation.
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Check weather forecast, local currents, tides and wind conditions.
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Advise someone on land of the time you plan to be back at your starting point.
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Explain basic boat operation to all passengers.
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Children and non-swimmers need special instructions in the use of life jacket or personal
floatation devices (PFD).
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Be sure that one of your passengers can operate the boat in case of emergency.
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Learn how to determine the distance you can cover, and remember that bad weather
conditions can alter this.
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Review all safety requirements regularly.
Check the working condition of the boat and equipments:
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Check inflation pressure.
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Inspect the valves caps.
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Check the load is evenly distributed, fore (front) to aft (back) and side-to-side.
Make sure that all required safety equipment is on board (check the laws and
regulations of the country or locality in which you are boating to see if additional
equipment may be needed):
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One personal flotation device (PFD) per person.
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Air pump, oars, repair kit and tool kit.
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Any other mandatory equipment.
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The boat papers and your boating license (if applicable).
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Lights are required if operating after dark.
Square knot