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Owners Manual
BASIC FLOTATION
Some portion of the boat will remain above water
with the passengers clinging to the side. Please
note that the vessel can be in any attitude as long
as it floats within 6 inches from the surface.
MANDATORY EQUIPMENT
All states have a list of mandatory safety equipment
that must be carried on board at all times. There
are different requirements for inshore and offshore
operations with variations from region to region.
Many dealers package the basic safety kit with
the boat at the time of sale, be sure to obtain a
copy of your state regulations to ensure you have
everything required.
Look after safety equipment, store it carefully
in the boat and regularly check it is all in good
condition, especially life jackets, flares and other
safety devices. Be sure to read the accompanying
instructions and ensure you clearly understand
how to use everything - particularly life jackets.
If you plan to carry children on board, check the
life jackets are suitable for their size and weight.
You may need to exchange jackets from the
standard package to ensure the children have
a style and size appropriate to their needs.
STATIC FLOAT ATTITUDE
The static floating attitude of your boat
can be affected by many variables. Optional
equipment, passengers and loading of gear are
the biggest contributors to a boat’s lean. After
launching, the floating attitude of any new boat
can be adjusted. If your boat leans to one side,
load items on the opposite side until the boat
floats with a more level attitude.
The above is a sample plate of boats
built with basic floatation. Your boat
will contain one of these plates to
the appropriate floatation standards.
Your boat is equipped with at least two
transom drain plugs. Make sure these plugs
are tightly in place. Failure to install the
drain plugs securely will result in the boat
filling with water when launched.
ATTENTION
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