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Take early action to avoid collisions.Remember,boats do not have brakes,and stopping
the engine or reducing throttle can reduce the ability to steer.If you are not sure that you
can stop in time before hitting an obstacle,apply throttle and turn in another direction.
Weather
Stay informed about the weather.Check weather forecasts before boating.Avoid boating in
hazardous weather.
Passenger training
Make sure at least one other passenger is trained to operate the boat in the event of an
emergency.
Boating safety publications
Be informed about boating safety. Additional publications and information can be obtained
from many boating organizations.
Laws and regulations
Know the marine laws and regulations where you will be boating and obey them.Several
sets of rules prevail according to geographic location,but all are basically the same as the
international Rules of the Road.
General information
Identification numbers record
Outboard motor serial number
The outboard motor serial number is stamped on the label attached to the port side of the
clamp bracket.
Record your outboard motor serial number in the spaces provided to assist you in ordering
spare parts from your dealer of for reference in case your outboard motor is stolen.
1. Outboard motor serial number location