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Safety Warnings
Number of Riders
Combined Maximum
Minimum Rope Tensile
Weight of Riders lb (kg)
Strength lb (kg)
1
170 lb (77 kg)
1,500 lb (680 kg)
2
340 lb (154 kg)
2,375 lb (1,077 kg)
3
510 lb (231 kg)
3,350 lb (1,520 kg)
4
680 lb (308 kg)
4,100 lb (1,860 kg)
5
1,020 lb (463 kg)
6,000 lb (2,722 kg)
6
1,020 lb (463 kg)
6,000 lb (2,722 kg)
8
1,480 lb (671 kg)
6,000 lb (2,722 kg)
10
1,800 lb (816 kg)
6,000 lb (2,722 kg)
12
2,160 lb (979 kg)
6,000 lb (2,722 kg)
14
2,520 lb (1143 kg)
6,000 lb (2,722 kg)
Maximum Boat Speed: adults and Children: 15 mph (24 km/h)
Length of tow rope:
50 ft. (15,25 m) - 65 ft. (19,80 m)
WarnIngS
WaTErSPOrTS InVOLVES rISKS OF SEVErE InJurY Or DEaTh. Follow all instructions and safety information below
and read owner’s manual to reduce risks: uSE COMMOn SEnSE WhEn OPEraTIng anD uSIng ThE Banana BOaT WaTEr SLED.
1. Capitan or boat drivers is responsible for the banana boat riders since the tube cannot be steered or operated by the riders of the
banana boat. Capitan or boat drivers should NEVER TRY TO DUMP RIDERS or tip over the banana boat water sled. Use experienced
boat drivers. NEVER MAKE SHARP TURNS which may cause the banana boat to accelerate.
2. Tube cannot be controlled by rider! Signal boat driver to stop or slow down if you are not comfortable. Agree on signals in advance.
3. Always have a person other than the driver as an observer of riders. Be sure to use a flag to notify if any riders are in the water.
4. STAY SEATED AND HOLD ON TO HANDLES! No more than one rider per handle. Do not exceed recommended number of riders
for your banana boat.
5. ALWAYS WEAR A PROPERLY FITTED LIFE JACKET (PDF) U.S. Coast Guard Type III, ISO APPROVED. This towable is not a personal
floatation device. Banana boat water sleds should NOT be used by non-swimmers.
6. Driver towing banana boat should not exceed speed of 15 mph.
7. Never exceed skill level of riders and use experienced boat drivers.
8. Never tow in shallow water or near shore, docks, pilings, swimmers, watercraft or other obstacles.
9. Never tow more than one tube at a time, or use tube as a personal flotation device.
10. ALWAYS BE SURE TOW ROPE IS CLEAR OF ALL BODY PARTS prior to and during use.
11. Do not use while under the influence of alcohol or drugs.
12.
all children riding on banana boat must be under adult supervision at all times.
13. Do not attach a rider to a sled. Never place any body part through handles, under cover, bladder, towing harness or tie rider to tube.
14. With multiple passengers never allow riders’ bodies to collide. Towing at slower speeds, in calm water, and cautious driving will
reduce injuries.
15. Do not attempt dangerous tricks or stunts while riding the banana boat water sled. NO HORSE PLAY — NO PUSHING OR SHOVING
16. Check your equipment before use. Check connectors and rope for frays, cuts, sharp edges, knots or wear. Replace rope if it shows any
sign of wear (i.e.) discoloration, fraying, or unraveling.
17. Do NOT use any tow rope with bungee or elastic to pull riders.
18. The rope will experience different stress depending on weight of the riders, design of the boat, and size of the banana boat. Check
owner’s manual for correct rope strength for this size banana boat.
Warning:
USE OF THiS PrODUCT anD ParTiCiPaTiOn in THiS SPOrT inVOLVES inHErEnT riSKS OF inJUrY Or DEaTH.
