Operating instructions

18 SAFETY INFORMATION
Lanyard Stop Switch
This safety device automatically stops
the engine if the lanyard is attached to
the operator and the operator falls
from the control station. Refer to the
engine manual for detailed information
about using this switch.
The stop switch incorporates a shutoff
switch, switch clip, lanyard, and lan-
yard clip. The lanyard clip must be se-
curely attached to the operator’s PFD,
clothing, arm, or leg. Be sure to attach
the lanyard to a place where it is free
of obstructions and to something that
will move with the operator if he or she
leaves the helm station. If the engine
shuts down because this switch was
activated, the clip must be reinstalled
on the interrupter switch before the
engine can be restarted.
TYPICAL — IGNITION INTERRUPTER
(STOP SWITCH) WITH LANYARD
Safe Boating Practices
YOU are responsible for your own
safety, the safety of your passengers,
and the safety of fellow boaters.
Drugs and Alcohol
Do not use drugs or drink alcohol while
operating a boat. Like driving a car,
driving a boat requires sober, attentive
care. Operating a boat while intoxicat-
ed or under the influence of drugs is
not only dangerous, but it is also a Fed-
eral offense carrying a significant pen-
alty. These laws are vigorously en-
forced. The use of drugs and alcohol,
singly or in combination, decreases re-
action time, impedes judgment, im-
pairs vision, and inhibits your ability to
safely operate a boat.
Safe Operation
For safety reasons and proper care, al-
ways perform “Daily Pre-Operation
Checks” as specified in your Opera-
tor’s Guide before operating your craft.
Safe operation means that you do not
misuse your boat nor do you allow
your passengers to do so. Safe opera-
tion means using good judgment at all
times. It includes, without limitation,
the following actions:
– Load the boat within the limits listed
on the capacity plate. Balance loads
bow to stern and port to starboard.
– Maintain boat speed at or below the
local legal limit. Avoid excessive
speed or speeds not appropriate for
operating conditions.
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WARNING
Keep lanyard stop switch free
from obstructions that could inter-
fere with its operation. Do not
modify or remove lanyard stop
switch or bypass its safety fea-
tures. The proper use of the lan-
yard stop switch can prevent a
runaway boat situation which oth-
erwise could cause severe person-
al injury or death.
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WARNING
Alcohol consumption and boating
do not mix! Operating under the
influence endangers the lives of
your passengers and other boat-
ers. Federal laws prohibit operat-
ing a boat under the influence of
alcohol or drugs.
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