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Safety information

Operational requirements  Attach the engine shut-off cord (lanyard) to
 The operator and all passengers must wear the PFD and keep it free from the steering
a U.S. Coast Guard (USCG) approved per- wheel or other controls so that the engines
sonal flotation device (PFD). stop if the operator accidentally leaves the
helm. Failure to attach the engine shut-off
1 cord (lanyard) could result in a runaway
boat if the operator is ejected.
After operation, remove the engine shut-off
cord (lanyard) and the main switch key to
avoid accidental starting or unauthorized
use by children or others.

1 PFD 2

 Eye protection is recommended to keep
wind, water, and glare from the sun out of
your eyes while you operate your boat. Re- 1
straining straps for eyewear are made
which are designed to float should your
eyewear fall in the water.
 Never operate the boat after consuming al- 1 Engine shut-off switch
cohol or taking drugs. 2 Engine shut-off cord (lanyard)
 For reasons of safety and proper care of
the boat, always perform the pre-operation  Scan constantly for swimmers and stay
checks listed on page 96 before operating away from swimming areas. Swimmers are
the boat. hard to see and you could accidentally hit
 Passengers must always sit in a designat- someone in the water.
ed seating area, place feet on the deck,  Avoid being hit by another boat. You
and hold on to the handgrips, handrails, or should always take responsibility to watch
straps when the boat is in motion. for traffic; other boaters may not be watch-
 Always consult your doctor on whether it is ing for you. If they do not see you, or you
safe for you to ride in this boat if you are maneuver more quickly than other boaters
pregnant or in poor health. expect, you risk a collision.
 Do not attempt to modify this boat.  Maintain a safe distance from other boats
Modifications to your boat may reduce and watercraft, and also watch for ski
safety and reliability, and render the boat ropes or fishing lines. Obey the “Rules of
unsafe or illegal to use. the road”, and be sure to check behind you
before making a turn. (See “Rules of the
road” on page 18.)

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