Formula SUN SPORT, Owner'S Manual

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SUN SPORT
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FORMULA
There are many things to consider to make your
boating trip safe and enjoyable. You are
responsible for the safety of all passengers, the
boat and any damage the boat or its wake may
cause. Keep passengers from blocking your view
so that you do not run into other boats, swimmers,
water skiers, personal water vehicles or aids to
navigation.
SAFETY CHECKLIST
Do not operate the boat if any problem is
found during this inspection. A problem
could lead to an accident during the outing
causing severe injury or death. Problems
found during this inspection should be
handled by your Formula dealer.
The following checks are essential to safe boating
and must be performed before starting the
engines.
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Check the weather report, wind and water
conditions.
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Check that required safety equipment is
onboard and in proper operating condition.
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Check that fire extinguishers are fully
charged.
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Test operation of the carbon monoxide
detectors.
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Be sure the boat is not overloaded.
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Check that all maintenance has been
performed.
BASIC SAFE BOATING RULES
The General Prudential Rule regarding right-of-
way is that if a collision appears unavoidable,
neither boat has right-of-way. As prescribed in the
“Rules of the Road,” both boats must act to avoid
collision.
The information in this section outlines only the
most basic of the nautical rules of the road. For
more information, contact your local USCG
Auxiliary.
The nautical rules of the road must be
followed to prevent collisions between
vessels. Like traffic laws for automobiles,
the operator is legally required to follow
the rules.
NOTICE
In general, boats with less maneuverability
have right-of-way over more agile craft. You
must stay clear of the vessel with right-of-
way and pass to his stern.
Signaling other boats with a whistle or horn is
similar to using turn signals on an automobile. It is
not necessary to sound a signal every time a boat
is nearby. In general, boat operators should signal
their intention to avoid potentially confusing or
hazardous situations.
Section 6
Getting Underway