Cobalt Digital Inc 263, Owner'S Manual

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Cuddy Cabin
3-10 263 Owner’s Manual
Section 3
Stopping the Engine
1. Slowly bring the throttle lever to the IDLE
position, or the NEUTRAL position.
2. Move the shift lever to NEUTRAL.
3. After operating at high speeds, allow a 2-3
minute engine cool-down period at low idle.
4. Turn the ignition key to the OFF position.
Leaving
Use caution when casting off. Wind, water
conditions and other boat traffic will affect your
boat’s movement. Move slowly and:
1. Be sure the engine is warmed-up before casting
off.
2. Have enough space between the boat and the
dock to allow you to swing the boat’s bow away
from the dock. The boat’s stern will move
toward the dock as the bow moves away. Allow
for enough room or the stern will hit the dock.
3. Retrieve all mooring lines and fenders.
4. Proceed slowly. Sound a long blast to alert
other boaters that you are departing.
When leaving a mooring, you should already have
enough space around the boat to maneuver. Untie
from the mooring and move back slowly until you
can see it. Proceed slowly while giving the buoy
wide clearance.
Returning
Approach a dock slowly and use caution. Plan your
maneuvers ahead of time. Allow wind and current
movement to help maneuver your boat.
Be sure to read Basic Maneuvering , in this
section.
A
WARNING
Avoid creating a hazardous condition.
DO NOT use the engine stop switch and
lanyard for normal stopping of the
engine. Using the stop switch will impair
your ability to restart the engine quickly
if a hazardous situation arises.
NOTICE: If any problems are
encountered during the outing,
have your boat inspected by
your authorized Cobalt dealer
and request any necessary
repairs before your next outing.
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WARNING
Avoid injury. DO NOT use your hands,
arms or another part of your body to
attempt to keep the boat from hitting the
dock.