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DELIBERATE MISUSE OF YOUR BOAT AND EQUIPMENT CAN VOID YOUR
WARRANTIES, AND POTENTIALLY RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR
DEATH
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FAILURE TO COMPLY WITH NAVIGATIONAL REGULATIONS AND
RESTRICTIONS COULD RESULT IN FINES, SEVERE INJURY OR DEATH
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SEVERE INJURY OR DEATH MAY RESULT IF THE MAXIMUM CAPACITIES
DISPLAYED ON THE CONFORMITY LABEL ARE IGNORED.
WARNINGS:
Section 4 - Boat Characteristics and Operation
Your boat will always turn more aggressively the faster that you are going. Always be
aware of your surroundings and give yourself lots of room to maneuver safely. Placing
heavy objects over to one side of the boat or very far forward in your boat can result in
poor boat performance; in an extreme situation this may include loss of control or
capsizing of the boat. Always distribute any cargo evenly around the centre of the
passenger carrying area of your boat. If your boat is 20’ in length or less, it will have a
capacity rating indicated on a label. Do not exceed this carrying capacity.
Safe Operation, Care and Attention
Operating your boat with due care and attention requires that the operator be aware
of the surrounding environment at all times.
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A sudden stop or change of direction can cause loss of control of the boat
resulting in injury or death.
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Operate the boat defensively at all speeds and keep a safe distance from
people, objects, and other watercraft.
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Following directly behind other boats or operating the boat in an erratic
manner can lead to collision, injury and death.
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Operators should reduce speed and exercise extreme caution when
operating the boat in shallow areas or where there might be submerged
objects.
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Be aware of the weather conditions at all times. If wind and waves begin to
rise or visibility begins to deteriorate, return to the dock or boat ramp.
Operating the boat in bad weather can lead to injury or death.
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Operators should always ensure that a responsible person on shore knows
your boating plans and a description of your boat, so that if you fail to arrive
at your destination at the expected time help can be called for in a timely
manner.
