User Manual

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Rules to Observe During Navigation
• Be responsible, do not neglect the safety rules, this could jeopardize your life and
the lives of others.
• Always keep control of your boat.
• Respect local regulations and practices.
• Near the shore, navigate in the designated boating area.
• Remember that weather conditions can rapidly deteriorate. Always be sure that
you can reach a shelter rapidly.
• Everyone on board must always wear a personal flotation device (PFD).
• Do not drink alcohol or take drugs before or while operating your boat. Maintain
passenger sobriety.
• Do not exceed the authorized number of persons or weight.
• Make sure your passengers remain seated at all times. At planning speeds, in
rough water or during sharp turns, all passengers should position themselves in
seats or on the floor.
• No bow riding. Bow riding is illegal in most areas and is extremely dangerous. In
case of falling, the man overboard is in the way of the propeller.
• Be especially careful when docking. Arms and legs may be injured if they are
outside the boat.
• Keep clear of swimmers and divers. Always avoid areas where divers/swimmers
are in the water.
• Keep a sharp lookout especially when operating near beaches and launch sites.
The Alpha flag indicates proximity of divers. You MUST maintain a safe distance
as required by your local boating laws, which may range from 50 meters (164
feet) to 91 meters (300 feet).
• Avoid sharp turns at high speeds. You could get ejected from the boat.
• Do not make changes in direction without advising passengers.
• Avoid all contact between the buoyancy tubes and sharp objects or aggressive
liquids (such as acid).
• Do not smoke on board.