Cobalt Digital Inc 303, Owner'S Manual

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COBALT
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When operating your Cobalt boat at low speeds,
use propeller thrust to maneuver the boat; do not
just turn the drive units. This enables you to
maneuver in a smaller area and have more control
of the boat. This technique is a combination of
propeller direction, engine thrust and steering
wheel maneuvers.
To make sharp and close quarter turns:
• Slow engine speed to an idle, shift to the
NEUTRAL position and pause, then shift to the
REVERSE position. This practice will help
prevent damage to your drive units.
• Reverse the direction of the propeller on the
side you want to turn. For example, if you want
to turn starboard, shift the starboard engine
into the REVERSE position. The forward
speed of the port engine, along with the reverse
rotation of the starboard propeller, will pivot
your boat into a starboard turn.
• Practice using the throttle levers to control the
boat. Try maneuvers in open water before
attempting them near docks or other boats.
• Use a quick “burst” of your throttles to control
the boat. Keep in mind that once the boat starts
to move, momentum will carry through.
It is best to learn maneuvering skills in open water
away from traffic. Adequate practice is the only way
to develop your boating skills.
High-Speed Operation
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DANGER
Avoid injury, death or property damage.
Maneuverability above 50 mph is
limited. Sudden turns may cause loss of
control. Your Cobalt boat is not
designed for wake jumping. When
crossing another boat’s wake, throttle
back to prevent your boat from leaving
the water. Wake jumping is very
dangerous. It is possible for the boat to
re-enter the water on its side, transom or
bow. You and your passengers could
suffer serious injury. Also, damage to
the boat could take place causing a
hazardous condition.
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STARBOARD TURN
SLOWER PROP
PORT TURN
SLOWER PROP