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owner’s manual

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4.2 pre-operaTinG check lisT

Check the inflation pressure of the air chambers.

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Remove any obstruction from the self bailer floor drain.

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Close the self bailer floor drain.

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Check outboard for tightness on transom.

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Know the fuel capacity and cruising range.

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Check that the lanyard stop switch for the outboard works correctly.

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Be sure the boat is not overloaded. Do not exceed the maximum num-

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ber of passengers or load capacity. Look at the boat capacity plate.

ALWAYS WEAR A LIFEJACKET!

Be sure there is an approved personal flotation device of suitable size 

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for each person aboard and readily accessible.
Check that the paddles are in the boat in case of engine trouble.

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Operator knows safe navigation, boating, and operating procedures.

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A  ring  type  life  buoy  or  buoyant  cushion  designed  to  be  thrown  to  a 

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person in the water.
Arrange passengers and load in the boat so the weight is distributed

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evenly and everyone is seated in a proper seat or on the floor.

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Instruct at least one passenger in the basics of boat handling and the 

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starting and operation of the outboard, in case the driver becomes dis

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abled or falls overboard.

4.3 sTabiliTy and buoyancy

4.3.1 Position of persons and luggage

For  safe  operation  it  is  advised  to  have  people  seat  in  the  middle  of  the 

boat as much as possible. The position of the people will directly influence 

the stability of this craft. When operating the boat with outboard every one 

should be seated on the floor, neither on the side tubes nor the rowing seats, 

in order to prevent falling overboard. 

4.3.2 Rowing

BUSH boats are designed to give you a comfortable rowing position. Use 
the delivered bench to make maximum use of the rowing possibilities.

WARNING:

 

NEVER 

use the oars as levers they are breakable!

4.3.3 Under engine power

The  bottom  of  your  BUSH  is  designed  to  have  a  “V”  shape  (except  the 
model type S and A). This improves the sailing characteristics, especially 

when operating an outboard engine. It is possible to get your BUSH boat 
onto the plane.

CAUTION: 

While you are sailing at high speed or in “aquaplaning”: 

avoid abrupt corners and high waves, this might endanger the pas

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sengers. Make sure everybody holds on to the safety ropes or han

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dles. For comfort and safety, reduce speed in waves. Small children 

must be sitting in the boat.

WARNING:

 

ALWAYS WEAR A LIFEJACKET!

Wave And Wake Jumping: 

Operating recreational boats over waves and 

wake is a natural part of boating. However, when this activity is done with 
sufficient speed to force the boat hull partially or completely out of the water, 
certain hazards arise, particularly when the boat re-enters the water.

There is another less common known hazardous result from allowing your 
boat to launch off a wave or wake. If the bow of your boat pitches down far 

enough while airborne, upon water contact it may penetrate under the water 

surface and submarine for an instant. This will bring the boat to a nearly in-

stantaneous stop and can send the occupants flying forward. The boat may 

also steer sharply to one side.

When accelerating with the boat, the bow can make an upward movement. 

This might limit the sight of the coxswain temporarily. When the speed of the 

boat increases, the boat will come back to a level position again. If the wind 
blows towards you when running, a bow pointed upwards can cause the 

wind lift the front of the boat up.

Summary of Contents for C-300RIB

Page 1: ...owner s manual 1 32 OWNER S MANUAL The world of inflatable boats ...

Page 2: ...anual is provided use it for the craft maintenance Always use trained and competent people for maintenance fixing or modi fications Modifications that may affect the safety characteristics of the craft shall be assessed executed and documented by competent people The boat builder cannot be held responsible for modification that he has not approved In some countries a driving license or authorizati...

Page 3: ...plate If in doubt con tact your dealer or the boats manufacturer Perform safety checks and required maintenance Follow a regular schedule and ensure that all repairs are properly made Know and obey all nautical rules and laws of the waterways Make sure everyone in the boat is properly seated Do not allow anyone to sit or ride on any part of the boat that was not intended for such use This includes...

Page 4: ...tor can be found in this manual DANGER You might lose control of the boat when using the motor at full speed Accidents may occur BUSH can not be held respon sible for these actions 3 Assembly and disassembly 3 1 The valves The BUSH valves are especially designed for safe and comfortable use The valves are designed flat to increase the comfort in the boat and to prevent damage the boat Operation of...

Page 5: ...cable 3 keel chamber if applicable 4 ALWAYS INFLATE THE KEEL CHAMBER LAST CAUTION Over inflation can cause structural damage to your boat Never surpass these values The maximum inflation pressure for the body is 0 25 bar 3 6 psi The maximum inflation pressure for the keel is 0 35 bar 5 psi The maximum inflation pressure for the floor is 0 7 bar 10 psi CAUTION Do not use mechanical compressors to i...

Page 6: ...air deck it will push itself underneath the tube and it will stay there tight in its place Oar 3 7 Seats If your boat is equipped with seats and a seat rails system on the tubes you can install the seat bench as in the following drawing You must install the seat after fully inflating the boat The seat rails c are connected to the inner sides of inflatable tubes d of your boat The seat holders b ar...

Page 7: ... anti cavitations plate on the engine should be about 20 40 mm under the bottom of the transom Starting the engine Pull the boat into the water Secure the motor in the downwards position Stand securely and start the engine Avoid very high speeds when running the boat backwards water can come in the boat over the transom Before putting the boat into the water check that the water plug in the transo...

Page 8: ...n to activate the switch This would occur if the operator accidentally falls overboard or moves within the boat a sufficient distance from the operator s position While activation of the lanyard stop switch will stop the engine immediately a boat will continue to coast for some distance depending upon the velocity and degree of any turn at shut down WARNING Avoid serious injury or death from decel...

Page 9: ...ng overboard 4 3 2 Rowing BUSH boats are designed to give you a comfortable rowing position Use the delivered bench to make maximum use of the rowing possibilities WARNING NEVER use the oars as levers they are breakable 4 3 3 Under engine power The bottom of your BUSH is designed to have a V shape except the model type S and A This improves the sailing characteristics especially when operating an ...

Page 10: ...ubbles and slippage around the propeller If your outboard is too low on the transom it will create drag and it will throw up water into the boat In both cases you end up with loss of speed so try to find the ideal position before you finally bolt your engine to the transom consult your en gine supplier At all speeds it is advisable to keep the boat level Prevent the bow from pointing up and preven...

Page 11: ...mation on local water 2 hazards before launching BEWARE OF OFFSHORE WINDS AND CURRENTS 3 4 4 2 Air chamber failure Your BUSH is designed with more than one air chamber Therefore in the event of one of the air chambers leaking owning to a puncture the boat will save at least 50 of the buoyancy Shift the weight to the opposite side Secure the leaking chamber as necessary by tying up or holding up an...

Page 12: ...ance 5 0 General maintenance 5 1 Cleaning agents Household cleaners should be used sparingly and not discharged into water ways Never mix cleaners and be sure to use plenty of ventilation in enclosed area DO NOT use strong detergents solvents or products which contain phos phates chlorine solvents no biodegradable or petroleum based products Citrus based cleaners are excellent for marine cleaning ...

Page 13: ...rts before storage in the car rying bag This will help prevent mould or mildew 2 Wood components should be inspected for damage or deterioration of the finish Surface scratches or abrasions should be refinished with a marine grade varnish 3 To keep the boat looking new store the boat in a cool dry area and avoid excess exposure to direct sun light 6 Environment 6 1 Discharge of pollutants and disp...

Page 14: ...s C Participating in or preparing for racing or other competitive activity D Alteration or removal of parts IV This warranty does not cover incidental or consequential costs or ex penses such as haul out launch towing transport and storage charg es telephone or rental charges of any type inconvenience or loss of time or income or other consequential damages or loss of time or in come or other cons...

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