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(279IO) EXPLORER PRO 50 BOAT ENGLISH 4.875”X7.25” 07/27/2015
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SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
Safety and Operating Instructions
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Take a boating safety course and get hands-on training from your boat dealer or
local boating authorities.
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Know all local regulations and hazards related to water activities and boat operation.
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Check weather forecast, local currents, tides and wind conditions.
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Advise someone on land of the time you plan to be back at your starting point.
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Explain basic boat operation to all passengers.
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Children and non-swimmers need special instructions in the use of life jacket or
personal floatation devices (PFD).
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Learn how to determine the distance you can cover, and remember that bad weather
conditions can alter this.
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Review all safety requirements regularly.
Check the working condition of the boat and equipments:
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Check inflation pressure.
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Inspect the valves caps.
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Check the load is evenly distributed, fore (front) to aft (back) and side-to-side.
Make sure that all required safety equipment is on board (check the laws and
regulations of the country or locality in which you are boating to see if additional
equipment may be needed):
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One personal flotation device (PFD) per person.
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Air pump, repair kit and tool kit.
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Any other mandatory equipment.
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The boat papers and your boating license (if applicable).
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Lights are required if operating after dark.
Rules to Observe During Navigation
• Be responsible, do not neglect the safety rules, this could jeopardize your life and the
lives of others.
• Always keep control of your boat.
• Respect local regulations and practices.
• Near the shore, navigate in the designated boating area.
• Remember that weather conditions can rapidly deteriorate. Always be sure that you can
reach a shelter rapidly.
• Everyone on board must always wear a personal flotation device (PFD).
• Do not exceed the authorized number of persons or weight.
• Be especially careful when docking. Arms and legs may be injured if they are outside
the boat.
• Keep clear of swimmers and divers. Always avoid areas where divers/swimmers are in
the water.
• Keep a sharp lookout especially when operating near beaches and launch sites. The Alpha
flag indicates proximity of divers. You must maintain a safe distance as required by your
local boating laws, which may range from 50 meters (164 feet) to 91 meters (300 feet).
• Avoid all contact between the buoyancy tubes and sharp objects or aggressive liquids
(such as acid).
Care and Maintenance
Altering the construction of the boat will endanger your own safety and void the limited warranty!
There is very little that you have to do to keep your boat in good condition for many years.
You may store it inflated or deflated. If you leave it outside, raise it up off the ground
and do not place any heavy or sharp objects on it. If it is going to be in direct sunlight or
exposed to leaves or rain, cover it with a tarp. We do not recommend hanging the boat. If
you store it in a closet, basement or garage, we suggest you pick a cool, dry place, making
sure the boat is clean and dry before you store it - or mold can accumulate.
