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Like a car, boats must be operated according to safety rules and traffic regulations. Although
we include some basic boating tips in this manual, a thorough review of the safety rules and regu-
lations for boating is beyond the scope of this text.
We support the work of the United States Coast Guard Auxiliary and the United States Power
Squadrons. We urge you to exercise the opportunity to attend any instructional classes sponsored
by these organizations. Reference page 8 of
Sportfish, Cruisers, Yachts Owner’s Manual
for train-
ing options, and page 23 for information on charts and maps. For further knowledge on boating,
we advise that you review the following publications:
• Piloting, Seamanship And Small Boat Handling
(Chapman)*
Motor Boating and Sailing
Post Office Box 2319 -- F.D.R. Station
New York, New York 10022
*Available on CD ROM
• Pleasure Boating And Seamanship
US Coast Guard Auxiliary
306 Wilson Road Oaklands
Newark, Delaware 19711
• Boatman’s Handbook
by Tom Bottomly
Motor Boating and Sailing
Post Office Box 2319 -- F.D.R. Station
New York, New York 10022
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• Boating Education Hotline ......................................................1-800-336-BOAT (2628)
• Us Coast Guard Boating Hotline.............................................1-800-368-5647
• Contact Your Local Coast Guard.
W A R N I N G
Exhaust fumes from engines contain (CO).
Boats with canvas deployed are more likely to collect exhaust fumes.
Avoid brain damage or death from (CO).
Keep cockpit and cabin areas well ventilated.
Signs of exposure include nausea, dizziness and drowsiness.
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