Chaparral 327 SSX 2012, Owner'S And Operator'S Manual

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Boat Owner
Your responsibilities include the following:
1. Read this manual as well as all other manuals and information
included in your owner’s packet.
2. Schedule an appointment with your dealer to go over all war-
ranties. After the appointment, complete the Chaparral Boat
limited warranty registration card in an envelope inside the
Owner’s Manual packet. Keep a record of the hull number for
future reference.
3. Inspect the boat at the time of delivery to make sure all systems
and components are operating properly. Chaparral recommends
that you refer to your engine warranty for initial inspection and
service requirements.
The new boat and pre-delivery inspection form (found in your
owner’s manual) will help you as you inspect your new boat. After
completing your inspection, sign the form to certify you have
inspected the boat with your dealer.
4. Schedule an appointment with your dealer to go over the pre-
delivery engine service record. Sign this record to indicate your
dealer has explained this record to you.
5. Operate all equipment in accordance with the manufacturer’s
instructions.
6. Become familiar with all federal, state, and local laws affecting
your boat and its operation.
7. Perform or provide for the appropriate periodic maintenance out-
lined in the manuals and service guides.
LAWS AND REGULATIONS
This section of the manual includes general information about gov-
ernment regulations. You, the boater, are responsible for
complying with the requirements of federal, state, and local laws.
If you have any questions, contact the U.S. Coast Guard or other
appropriate authority.
Boat Registration
Federal and state laws require that every boat having propulsion
machinery of any type must be registered in the main state of
usage. Registration numbers and validation stickers must be dis-
played on the boat according to regulations. The registration
certificate must be carried on board when the boat is in use.
Safety Equipment
The following equipment is required on all boats:
• Fire extinguishers
• Personal flotation devices (PFDs)
• Navigation lights
• Visual distress signals
• Sound signaling device
See Chapter 2 for more information about safety equipment.
Discharge of Oil
The Federal Water Pollution Control Act prohibits the discharge of
oil or oily waste into or upon the navigable waters of the United
States or the waters of the contiguous zone if such discharge
causes a film or sheen upon, or a discoloration of, the surface of the
water or causes a sludge or emulsion beneath the surface of the
water. Violators are subject to a penalty.
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