fountain mercury Express Cruiser 2005, Operation, Maintenance & Warranty Manual

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tion between the drives on the trim indicators.
21. Never trim the outdrive(s) in past 3 while on plane.
22. Always check forward visibility before getting on plane.
23. Always slow down before turning the boat.
24. Turning maneuvers are safer if done in calm water. Fast turns in any
conditions are dangerous.
25. Always look to the rear before turning. It is important to know what is
around you at all times.
26. Do not operate the boat so that it leaves the water. It may harm the
passengers. It will also cause over-rev related damage to the engine
and/or outdrives, as well as undue stress on the boat and it's internal
components.
27. Always be smooth, gentle and even with the throttles.
28. Never operate the boat at speeds that are beyond your capability, or the
capabilities of the boat.
29. Always check oil and fluids after use. See engine manual for fluids and
fluid levels.
30. Passenger safety is the boat owner/operators responsibility. Stop the
engines before using the transom area as a swim platform or when
swimmers are present in the area.
31. Do not operate this boat while under the influence of alcohol or drugs.
Alcohol and drugs severely reduce the ability to react, especially in sev-
eral different situations at once. Alcohol and drugs lead to incorrect
judgments of speed, distance and direction. Alcohol and drugs reduce
vision and the ability to fully comprehend emergency situations.
32. Always wash and flush engine(s) after use to keep corrosion damage to
a minimum especially in using the boat in salt water.
33. Always be sure to support the bottom of the boat, including directly
under the transom, when storing and/or trailering to prevent damage to
the bottom of the boat.
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