Instructions / Assembly

Owner’s Manual
Keep your owner’s manual for future reference. It is a good idea to write down the following information:
Serial Number ________________________________
Date of Purchase ________________________________
Purchased from ________________________________
Applying Decals
Before applying boat registration decals, clean the area with alcohol or any solvent that does not leave a residue.
Make sure solvent is put aside and is dry. Using a propane torch, lightly pass the flame back and forth over the
area where the decals will be applied. Don’t try to heat the surface. This process will enhance the adhesion of
the decals.
BEFORE LEAVING SHORE & SAFETY PROCEDURES
• Check weather and wave conditions.
• Review the maximum capacities on the capacity plate located on the rear starboard side of the deck. Ensure
you are safely within these limits.
• Make sure your drain plugs are secure. Two drains can be found on the transom. One drains the water from
the deck. The other eliminates any water which condenses or seeps between the deck and hull. See Photo #3.
The deluxe model has drains under the seats to drain the deck.
• Make sure all passengers are wearing Personal Flotation Devices.
• Check and tighten if necessary all motor mounting clamps.
TRAILERING
If your Jon boat will be transported on a trailer here are some important considerations.
• Ensure that the trailer has supporting bunks that are 5’ to 8’ long. They should be made from 2” x 4” or
2” x 6” stock turned wide side up. See Photos #4 & #5. If the trailer doesn’t have bunk supports this size,
you’ll have to make them. Transporting and especially storing a boat on a trailer with too short or too
narrow supports will cause the hull to dent and will significantly reduce performance.
• Do not wind the winch too tight. Just enough to snug it against the winch stop is adequate. Over tightening
may distort the bow over time.
Photo #3 Drain Plug
Location
Photo #4 Correct
Photo #5 Incorrect
Deck
Hull