SPORT3
Owner’s Manual
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Avoid sudden changes in speed and direction unless in an emergency. High speed and
sudden steering movements, especially in high seas, may result in loss of control of the boat
and excessive heeling angles. Always consider your own driving skill, your speed, direction
and environmental conditions.
Observe the recommendations on the manufacturer’s plate concerning the maximum
permitted number of passengers, weight of loads and maximum design conditions.
Water should not be allowed to collect in the main deck area as this can reduce
performance, stability and cause adverse trim and heel conditions. All water should be
bailed directly overboard.
Do not operate this craft with an engine of rated power greater than 11.2KW, (15hp). The
craft should only be operated at higher speeds in calm conditions, not exceeding 21 knots.
As the sea state and wind conditions worsen speed should be reduced to a level that avoids
slamming, is comfortable for the crew and is at a level that the operator is confident in
controlling.
Do not operate at maximum speed in congested high traffic waterways or in weather and sea
conditions of reduced visibility, high winds or large waves. Reduce speed and wake as a
courtesy and as a safety consideration to yourself and others. Observe the speed limit and
no wake zones.
Observer the right-of-way as defined by the Rules of the Road and required by COLREG.
Always be certain to have sufficient distance to stop or manoeuvre if required to avoid
collisions.
DANGER: OPERATING THE BOAT AT HIGHER SPEEDS IN ADVERSE SEA AND WIND
CONDITIONS CAN DAMAGE THE BOAT, CAUSE SERIOUS INJURY AND INVALIDATE
WARRANTIES.
CRAFT MASS (C)
A maximum total load has been used for assessing stability and buoyancy comprising:
Crew mass (3)
225
kg
Provisions & personal effects
25
kg
Outboard engine
60
kg
Portable fuel tank and fuel
10
kg
Anchoring, mooring & miscellaneous
10
kg
Maximum total load
330
kg
The stability of this boat has been assessed assuming that:
In the light craft condition it has a mass of (incl. engine)
120
kg
The maximum recommended outboard engine mass is
60
kg
OPERATOR’S FIELD OF VISION (D)
Operator vision from the aft seat can be obstructed by high trim angles of the craft and other
factors caused by one or more of the following variable conditions:
Loading and load distribution
Speed & rapid acceleration
Transition from displacement to planning mode
