Chaparral 2012 SSi Operator'S Manual Download

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WELCOME ABOARD!

Congratulations!...

on  your  wise  decision  to  purchase  a  Chaparral  boat.  We  welcome
you  to  the  family  of  thousands  of  other  Chaparral  boat  owners.
Since  your  boat  is  a  substantial  investment,  we  are  sure  you
selected  your  Chaparral  because  of  its  value,  style,  comfort,  and
performance. This manual contains valuable information concerning
your  boat’s  operation,  maintenance,  and  care  plus  tips  on  boating
safety and seamanship.

ABOUT THIS MANUAL

More  and  more  people  are  joining  the  ranks  of  boat  owners.  This
manual  is  written  for  the  first-time  boat  owner  or  operator.  Even  if
you are an experienced boater, you will find much valuable informa-
tion  regarding  the  safe  operation  and  maintenance  of  your  new
Chaparral boat. Keep this manual on your boat for ready reference.

Due  to  our  policy  of  continuous  product  improvement,  the  illustra-
tions  used  in  this  manual  may  not  be  identical  to  the  components,
controls, gauges, etc. on your boat, as they are intended to be rep-
resentative  reference  views.  Some  controls,  indicators,  or
information may be optional and not included on your craft.

The precautions in this manual can’t and don’t cover every boating
situation. If a specific method or procedure is not covered, you must
make sure that what you do is safe for you and others. Always use
common sense when boating! Remember, too, that every safe boat-
ing excursion is a happy experience.

This manual is part of your boat’s equipment. Keep it on board the
boat at all times. If you transfer ownership of this boat to someone
else, be sure to give this manual to the new owner.

Your owner’s packet contains the manual for the boat you selected.
Also  in  this  packet  are  instruction  manuals  from  the  suppliers  of
standard  and  optional  equipment  for  your  boat.  Examples  of  these
manuals include the engine, electrical equipment, pumps, and cabin
amenities. The suppliers of these products maintain their own man-
ufacturer’s  warranty  and  service  facilities.  Be  sure  to  fill  out  each
warranty  card  and  mail  it  to  the  manufacturer  to  validate  the  war-
ranty. Record all information regarding these products on the “Boat
Data  Record.”  A  copy  of  this  form  is  near  the  end  of  this  chapter
under Logs & Records.

Important: Keep the completed Boat Data Record in a safe
place at home. Do not keep it aboard the boat.

Read this manual as well as the manuals for the systems and com-
ponents on your Chaparral boat. They provide the information
needed for safe operation and proper maintenance. The information
in the manuals provided by the manufacturers takes precedence
over any information in this manual if there is a conflict.

Following are summaries of each chapter in this manual:

1. Introduction

Included  in  this  chapter  is  a  summary  of  the  manual  plus  general
information  about  construction  and  standards,  dealer  and  owner
responsibilities,  laws  and  regulations,  logs  and  records,  and  the
warranty for your boat.

2. Boating Safety

This  chapter  discusses  potential  hazards  associated  with  boating,
safety  recommendations,  safety  information  and  practices,  and
water  sports  safety.  It  also  discusses  safety  equipment  needed  to
provide a safe operating environment.

INTRODUCTION

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