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Stability
You will find that the CCBL1 is an extremely
stable vessel in the water. Of course, no
engineering can eliminate the laws of
physics or the need for common sense.
For best stability results, always load your
boat so as to distribute the vessel’s load
evenly.
***NOTE***
Place outboard motors in the appropriate
positions for the type of configuration you
are using.
HALF BOATS:
•
Mount the motor on the TRANSOM
MOTOR MOUNT ONLY.
FULL BOATS:
•
Can be mounted on either BOW
MOTOR MOUNT.
•
All pins and latches must be in place
and secured prior to using a FULL
BOAT configuration on the water.
Operator Responsibilities
In Canada, an operator is an owner or
person in charge of the boat, and is
responsible for the condition of the craft, its
operation, and the safety of all on board.
Understand the boat characteristics and
limitations for the vessel you are operating.
Review and understand the instructions
listed in this owner’s manual and for the
warnings listed on the boat.
Operate the boat in a safe manner, having
an understanding of and adhering to all
navigational rules of the water.
Ensure all minimum equipment is on board
prior to departure.
Do a pre-check on the condition of the boat
to ensure there are no punctures, cracks or
other deficiencies, which might make your
boat unsafe while under way.
In Canada and in many states, boat
operators are required to be licensed.
Know and obey all federal, provincial, and
state regulations.
File a detailed float plan with a trusted,
responsible source.
Be alert for all potential hazards: water, fire,
weather, etc.
Boating and Alcohol
BUI (Boating Under the Influence): Boat
operators under the influence of alcohol
and/or narcotics are a danger to
themselves, their passengers, and all others
on the open water.
Operating a boat in Canada under the
influence of alcohol and/or narcotics is an
offence under the Criminal Code of Canada.
Offenders found with blood alcohol levels of
more than 80 milligrams per 100 milliliters of
blood are subject to fines and/or
imprisonment.
In many of the provinces of Canada and
several states of the US, very specific
conditions are required prior to alcohol
consumption (even by passengers) while
boating. Understand the law regarding
alcohol consumption for the area in which
you are boating.