Malibu Boats RESPONSE TXi 2021, Owner'S Manual

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10 Safety | 2021 OWNER’S MANUAL
Operation at slow speed or while dead in the water.
Operating with high bow angle.
Exhaust from other vessels in confined areas.
Operating with canvas tops and side curtains in place without ventilation.
For the most current information on CO dangers and boating,
you may call, write, or visit online any of the following:
United States Coast Guard
Office of Boating Safety (CG-5422)
2100 Second Street SW STOP 7581
Washington, DC 20593-7581
(https://uscgboating.org/recreational-boaters/carbon-monoxide.php)
NMMA
231 S. LaSalle St., Suite 2050
Chicago, IL 60604
312-946-6200
www.nmma.org
American Boat & Yacht Council, Inc.
613 Third Street, Suite 10, Annapolis, MD 21403
410-956-4460
https://abycinc.org/mpage/CarbonMonoxide
Proper Loading
Your boat is equipped with a maximum load capacity plate
indicating the maximum acceptable load as determined by the
manufacturer following certain Federal guidelines. In addition to
following these weight guidelines, it is critical that you properly
distribute this weight throughout the boat. If too much weight
is placed in one area it can have serious impact on the boat’s
handling and control, which has the potential to lead to injury or
death.
The load capacity plate is used by boat manufacturers
participating in the National Marine Manufacturers Association
certification program. Your manufacturer has submitted your
model for inspection and compliance with their guidelines.
The maximum number of persons allowed on the boat has
been determined by the manufacturer and displayed on the
capacity plate. (Additional information regarding weight
distribution appears in the Get Ready section of this manual.)
This information on the capacity plate applies under normal
conditions and special care must be used in any abnormal
conditions. Check the capacity plate on your boat and abide by
these limits.
The capacity plate has the following information permanently
printed on it:
The total weight of persons, gear, and other items which
the boat can carry under normal conditions. This weight
must include any added ballast above and beyond boat
manufacturer’s factory-installed ballast system(s), such as
the manufacturer’s approved, optional Plug n’ Play (which
DO NOT overload your boat. Overloading or uneven loading can
cause loss of control, capsizing, or swamping, which may lead to death
or serious injury. Adhere to the load capacity plate restrictions, and
always account for persons, gear, and all non-factory-installed ballast
or other equipment.
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