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11. While the craft is underway, all passengers should remain seated, and all
doors and walk-through windshields should be secured in their closed
positions. While craft is NOT underway or anchored, water and/or wave
conditions can affect passenger stability.
12. DO NOT use the swim platform or boarding ladder(s) while the engine(s) are
running. Ladder(s) should be stowed away before getting underway.
13. Know and obey the Rules of the Road.
14. DO NOT overload or improperly load your craft. The capacity plate should be
used as a guide only. Common sense dictates that the capacity of your craft
will be reduced by large waves or bad weather conditions. Be aware of local
weather reports and water conditions.
15. If you have a ship-to-shore radiotelephone, always respond to distress calls.
16. The extended swim platform (if applicable) is not intended for storage or
occupancy while underway. Static load (persons) ratings are 500 lbs for each
model.
Water Sports Ethics
Be aware of risks in boating, water sports, skiing and cruising that common sense
and personal awareness can help reduce.
Know your levels of ability and stay within them.
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Always wear a U.S. Coast Guard type III PFD vest.
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Avoid CO poisoning!
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DO NOT operate craft or participate in water sports under the influence of
alcohol or drugs.
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DO NOT ski or ride in shallow water, or near shore, docks, pilings, swimmers
and other watercraft.
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Always have a person other than the craft driver as an observer, and agree on
hand signals before starting.
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Never drag within 20 ft (6.1 m) behind a moving craft.
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Always turn ignition off when anyone is near watercraft power drive unit.
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Know your Owner’s/Operator’s Manual and inspect your equipment.
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Know the laws, the risks around the sport and the proper use of equipment.
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Know the waterways where you will be skiing or riding.
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Know your limitations.
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