Cobalt Digital Inc 220, Owner'S Manual

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VISIBILITY
Visibility is not only sight, but also hearing. It is very important the operator maintains
good visibility at all times. Arrange passengers and equipment to ensure you have
unobstructed vision at all times. Check for other boats or any obstacles before turning
the boat.
CLEAR VISIBILITY MUST BE MAINTAINED AT ALL TIMES. IF NECESSARY,
ARRANGE PASSENGERS AND EQUIPMENT. DESIGNATE A PASSENGER TO ASSIST WHEN VISIBILITY
IS LIMITED DUE TO OPERATING CONDITIONS.
DRUGS/ALCOHOL
Boating, alcohol and the use of other drugs just don’t mix. Mixing boating, alcohol
and other drugs result in many marine accidents and deaths. These substances
reduce your reaction time and affect your better judgement. Combined with the
sun, wind, waves, and noise of other watercraft, the effects of drugs are increased
and will significantly reduce your reaction time. As the owner/operator, you are
responsible for the alcohol/drug use and onboard behavior of your passengers.
FEDERAL AND STATE LAW PROHIBIT OPERATING A BOAT UNDER THE
INFLUENCE OF ALCOHOL AND OTHER DRUGS. THESE REGULATIONS ARE ACTIVELY ENFORCED.
IMPAIRED OPERATION MAY RESULT IN SEVERE PERSONAL INJURY OR DEATH.
If the operator’s blood alcohol content is 0.10% (0.08% in some states) or above, violators are
subject to a civil penalty up to $1,000.00 or criminal penalty up to $5,000.00, one year imprisonment or both.
Operating a boat under the influence can also result in a loss of automobile driving privileges.
PASSENGERS
Whenever you are going for an outing, make sure that at least one passenger is familiar
with the operation and safety aspects of the boat in case of emergency. Show all
passengers the location of emergency equipment and explain how to use it. Don’t allow
passengers to drag their feet or hands in the water, or sit on the bow, deck, gunwale or
transom platform while the engines are running.
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