16 Element • Owner's Manual Supplement
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Chapter 1: Welcome Aboard!
This
Owner’s Manual Supplement
provides specific information about your boat that is not covered in
the
Sport Boat Owner’s Manual
.
•
The
Sport Boat Owner’s Manual
contains general information about safe operating practices, general
boating regulations, and general maintenance techniques.
• Before using your boat, study this
Owner’s Manual Supplement
, the
Sport Boat Owner’s Manual
, and
all engine and accessory literature carefully. If similar instructions are found in more than one manual,
always refer to the specific manufacturer’s manual (such as the engine manual) for the most complete
and accurate information.
• Keep this
Owner’s Manual Supplement
and the
Sport Boat Owner’s Manual
on your boat in a secure,
yet readily available place.
Dealer Service
Your dealer is your key to service.
• Ask your dealer to explain all systems before taking delivery of your boat.
• Contact your dealer if you have any problems with your new boat.
• If your dealer cannot help, call our customer service hotline: 865-971-6311.
• Bayliner advises that all rigging, installation and prep work on any Bayliner product be done by an
authorized dealer at the authorized dealer’s location.
• Buy replacement parts from any authorized Bayliner dealer.
• You can access additional information by logging on to http://www.bayliner.com.
Warranty Information
• Bayliner offers a Limited Warranty on each new Bayliner purchased through an authorized
Bayliner dealer.
• A copy of the Limited Warranty was included in your owner’s packet.
• If you did not get a copy of the Limited Warranty, please contact your Bayliner dealer or call
865-971-6311 for a copy.
Boating Experience
CONTROL HAZARD!
An experienced operator MUST be in control of your boat at ALL times.
Do NOT operate your boat while under the influence of alcohol or drugs.
!
WARNING
If this is your first boat or if you are changing to a type of boat you are not familiar with, for your own
comfort and safety, get handling and operating experience before assuming command of your boat.
Take one of the boating safety classes offered by the United States Power Squadrons
®
or the United
States Coast Guard Auxiliary. For more course information, including dates and locations of upcoming
classes, contact the organizations directly:
• U.S. Power Squadrons: 1-888-FOR-USPS (1-888-367-8777) or www.usps.org
• U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary: 1-800-368-5647 or www.cgaux.org
• In Canada, for CPS courses: 1-888-CPS-BOAT
Outside the United States, your selling dealer, national sailing federation, or local boat club can advise
you of local sea schools or competent instructors.
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