Cobalt Digital Inc 1999 190, Owner'S Manual

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I
A
DDITIONAL
R
ECOMMENDED
S
AFETY
E
QUIPMENT
In spite of all efforts to the contrary, problems or mishaps sometimes occur while
boating. The items listed below should help make unexpected events more manageable:
• Anchor and anchor line
• Compass
• Area charts
• First aid kit
• Distress signals ( flag for daylight, flares for darkness )
• Flashlight and spare batteries
• Portable radio
• Tool kit
N
AVIGATION ON
I
NLAND
L
AKES
Boats operating on inland lakes may be required to comply with local City, County,
State, and Federal regulations concerning equipment, navigation, and environmental
issues. These regulations vary considerably with locale. Contact your dealer, local
marinas, or the State Boating Law Administrator for specific local information.
N
AVIGATION IN
C
OASTAL AND
I
NTRA
-
COASTAL
W
ATERS
The U.S. Coast Guard has primary responsibility for regulation of these waters. State
and Local authorities may also regulate boating activities. Operation in these waters
may require knowledge of the International Rules of the Road, Aids to Navigation,
Inland Rules, and/or local regulations. Contact your dealer or the local Coast Guard
office for specific information.
E
QUIPMENT AND
G
OVERNMENT
R
EGULATIONS
C
OBALT
B
OATS
- O
WNER
’
S
M
ANUAL