Cobalt Digital Inc 336, Owner'S Manual

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336 Owner’s Manual
S
ECTION
2
R
ESPONSIBILITIES AND
S
AFETY
Your safety, the safety of your passengers, and
other boaters are among your responsibilities as
operator of this boat. Your boat must be in
compliance with U.S. Coast Guard (USCG) safety
equipment regulations. You should know how to
react correctly to adverse weather conditions, have
good navigation skills and follow the “Rules of the
Road” as defined by the USCG and
state/county/local regulations.
OWNER/OPERATOR
RESPONSIBILITIES
At the time of delivery, the owner/operator is
responsible for:
• Understanding warranty terms and conditions
of both the propulsion unit(s) and boat.
• Obtaining insurance.
• Examining boat to ensure proper operation of
all systems.
Before operating the boat, the owner/operator is
responsible for:
• Obtaining state registration of the boat.
• Providing the proper USCG required safety
equipment.
• Following proper break-in procedure for the
propulsion units.
• Understanding safety information and proper
operating procedures within this manual.
While operating the boat, the owner/operator is
responsible for:
• Knowing that all safety equipment and
personal flotation devices are in good condition
and suitable for your boat and passenger load.
• Having at least one other passenger who is
capable of handling the boat in an emergency.
• Following safe operating practices and the
rules of the road.
• Understanding proper maintenance and
knowledge of the boat’s operating systems.
• Providing safety training for the passengers.
• Avoiding use of alcohol and other drugs.
• Providing assistance to other boaters.
Registration/Documentation
The USCG requires that all power boats operated
on the navigable waters of the U.S. must be
registered in the state of main use; also, many
states require registration in that state whenever
boating on waters within their state boundary.
Contact your state boating authorities (and
neighboring states) for registration information on
boats and trailers.
Your authorized Cobalt dealer can supply you with
the appropriate forms.