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SeCtion 1 • SaFety
Death or serious injury can result if you fail to observe
these safety rules:
• Anyone who controls the boat must have taken
a boating safety course and have been trained in
the proper operation of the boat.
• Always operate the boat at speeds that will not
put people or property in danger.
• Be constantly aware of conditions in all directions
when underway and before turning.
• Reduce speed, use a lookout to identify possible
hazards or difculties, and turn on navigation
lights when:
- visibility is impaired;
- in rough water; and
- in congested waterways.
• Watch your wake. It can capsize a small boat or
damage moored boats or other property. You are
responsible for damage caused by your wake.
! WARNING
Distribute passengers and gear as uniformly as
possible from front to rear and left to right.
The manufacturer's load rating is the maximum
allowed under calm conditions.
Reduce boat loading if weather, water or other
conditions are adverse.
! WARNING
It is advisable
to carry an extra propeller aboard in case you
damage the one in use.
10. StabilitY
11. maintain control
Observe the safety rules listed below:
DO NOT ATTEMPT TO BOAT IN
SEVERE WEATHER CONDITIONS
DEATH OR SERIOUS INJURY CAN OCCUR
GET TO SHORE BEFORE
THE WEATHER TURNS BAD
! DANGER