CAUTION
1. A BAD DISTRIBUTION OF THE LOAD CAN DESTABILIZE THE BOAT AND MAY
RESULT IN A LOSS OF CONTROL.
2. THE BOAT REACTS ROUGHER WHEN LIGHTLY LOADED.
3. BE PARTICULARLY CAREFUL WHEN YOU ACCELERATE OR CHANGE
DIRECTION.
4. ADJUST LOAD DISTRIBUTION AND TRIM WHEN NAVIGATION CONDITIONS OR
WAVES DIRECTION CHANGE.
b) Check-list before departure:
WARNING
GET REQUIRED INFORMATION AND INFORM OTHER PASSENGERS:
1. GET INFORMED on local regulations and hazards related to water activities and
boat operation.
2. CHECK weather forecast, local currents, tides and wind conditions.
3. ADVISE someone on land of time you plan to be back.
4. EXPLAIN basic boat operation to all passengers.
5. BE SURE that one of your passengers can operate the boat in case of
emergency.
6. LEARN how to determine the distance you can cover with a full fuel tank. Always
be sure you have enough fuel to reach a shelter.
CHECK THE GOOD WORKING OF THE BOAT AND EQUIPMENT:
1. CHECK inflation pressure.
2. INSPECT the valve caps. Remove the bailer plug.
3. CHECK the tightening of the motor clamps. For not bolted, secure the engine with
a safety lanyard.
4. TOP OFF fuel and oil level.
5. CHECK the secure and correct installation of fuel tank.
6. BE SURE motor is not in gear before starting.
7. CHECK the load is evenly distributed.
8. CHECK that required safety equipment Is on board:
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