Operating instructions

10 SAFETY INFORMATION
– Always use the lanyard stop switch
when operating the boat and en-
sure that all passengers are familiar
with its use.
– Ensure that any operator and all pas-
sengers know how to swim and
how to re-board the sport boat from
the water. If a passenger does not
know how to swim, ensure that
passenger wears a PFD at all times
and take extra precautions when
boating.
Regarding Fuel and Fueling...
– Remember that fuel and gasoline
fumes are flammable and explosive
under certain conditions. Be very
careful when fueling and adhere to
the fueling procedures contained in
this Operator’s Guide and those giv-
en to you by the marina. Always
stop the engine before fueling and
never allow anyone to remain in the
craft while fueling. Each time you fill
up, assure that the engine compart-
ment is free of gasoline vapors, and
inspect fuel lines for leaks and hose
deterioration.
– Do not smoke or allow open flames
or sparks in the vicinity.
– Know the capacity of the fuel tank.
Avoid fueling at night except under
well-lit conditions. Gas spills are not
noticeable in the dark. Do not carry
spare fuel or flammable liquids in
any of the storage or engine com-
partments.
Safety Equipment
An operator and the craft’s passen-
ger(s) should have ready access to
shatterproof glasses should riding con-
ditions or personal preference warrant.
Wind, water spray and speed may
cause a person’s eyes to water and
create blurred vision.
As the owner of the boat, you are re-
sponsible for assuring that all required
safety equipment is aboard. You should
also consider supplying additional
equipment as needed for your safety
and that of your passengers. Check
state and local regulations and call the
U.S. Coast Guard Boating Safety Hot-
line at 1 800 368-5647 for information
about required safety equipment.
Required Safety Equipment
Most of the safety equipment required
by federal regulations is provided as
standard equipment. Personal flota-
tion devices must be fitted to the peo-
ple wearing them. If local regulations
require additional equipment, it must
be approved by the U.S. Coast Guard
(USCG). Minimum requirements in-
clude the following:
– personal flotation devices
– fire extinguisher
– visual distress signal
– navigation lights
– bell or whistle.
A cellular telephone in a waterproof
bag or container has also been found
to be beneficial to boaters when in dis-
tress or just for contacting someone
on shore.
Personal Flotation Devices (PFDs)
Federal regulations require that you
have at least one Coast Guard ap-
proved personal flotation device (PFD)
for each person in a recreational boat
and require that all children under 13
years of age wear a PFD at all times
when the boat is underway, except
when below deck or in an enclosed
cabin. You may not use your boat un-
less all PFDs are in serviceable condi-
tion, readily accessible, legibly marked
with the Coast Guard approval num-
ber, and of an appropriate size (within
the weight range and chest size marked
on the PFD) for each person on board.
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