Bayliner Ciera 2455 Sunbridge, Owner'S Manual

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Chapter 1: Welcome Aboard! 1
Ciera 2455 Cruiser
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Owner’s Manual Supplement
Chapter 1: Welcome Aboard!
This owner’s manual supplement provides specific information about your boat that is not covered in the owner’s
manual. Please study the owner’s manual and this supplement carefully, paying particular attention to the Limited
Warranty in this supplement. Keep the owner’s manual and supplement on your boat in a secure, yet readily avail-
able place.
D e a l e r S e r v i c e
Make sure you receive a full explanation of all systems from the selling dealer before taking delivery of your boat.
Your selling dealer is your key to service. If you experience any problems with your new boat, immediately contact
the selling dealer. If for any reason your selling dealer is unable to help, you can call us direct on our customer ser-
vice hotline: 360-435-8957 or send us a FAX: 360-403-4235.
B o a t i n g E x p e r i e n c e
If this is your first boat or if you are changing to a type of boat you are not familiar with, for your own comfort and
safety, please ensure that you obtain handling and operating experience before assuming command of the boat.
We strongly recommend that you take one of the boating safety classes offered by the U.S. Power Squadrons or the
U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary. For more course information, including dates and locations of upcoming classes, contact
the organizations directly:
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U.S. Power Squadrons: 1-888-FOR-USPS (1-888-367-8777) or on the Internet at: http://www.usps.org
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U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary: 1-800-368-5647 or on the Internet at: http://www.cgaux.org
Outside the United States, your selling dealer, national sailing federation or local boat club can advise you of local
sea schools or competent instructors.
E n g i n e / A c c e s s o r i e s G u i d e l i n e s
Your boat’s engine and accessories were selected to provide optimum performance and service. Installing a different
engine or other accessories may cause unwanted handling characteristics. Should you choose to install a different
engine or to add accessories that will affect the boat’s running trim, have an experienced marine technician perform a
safety inspection and handling test before operating your boat again.
Please be advised that certain modifications to your boat can result in cancellation of your warranty
protection. Always check with your dealer before making any modifications to your boat.
The engine and accessories installed on your boat come with their own operation and maintenance manuals. We
strongly urge you to read and understand these manuals before operating the engine and accessories.
Q u a l i f i e d M a i n t e n a n c e
Failure to maintain your boat’s systems as designed could violate the laws in your jurisdiction and could expose you
and other people to the danger of bodily injury or accidental death. We recommend that you follow the instructions
provided in the owner’s manual this owner's manual supplement, the engine owner’s manual and all accessory
instruction sheets/manuals included in your boat’s owner’s packet.
CONTROL HAZARD! A qualified operator must be in control of the boat at all times. DO NOT
operate your boat while under the influence of alcohol or drugs.
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To maintain the integrity and safety of your boat, only qualified personnel should perform
maintenance on, or in any way modify: The steering system, propulsion system, engine control
system, fuel system, environmental control system, electrical system or navigational system.
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