MasterCraft Aviara AV32, Owner'S Manual

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Submersible Swim
Platforms and Fold
Down Terrace
Models
All sterndrive models are available with a submersible swim
platform. The AV40 comes standard with two fold down gunnel
terraces in both a sterndrive and outboard variant.
Purpose
Swim platforms and terraces provide easy access between
the interior of the boat and the body of water, and effectively
increase the area within the boat. Care should always be taken
by persons moving between the boat and the water. While the
platforms have been designed to be slip-resistant, they may still
become slick, and footing can become difficult. All movement
should be done with that in mind. Failure to exercise caution
can lead to injury. Boisterous play is inappropriate on the swim
platform and terraces because injury can occur.
Boisterous or rough-housing behavior on the swim platform or
terraces, such as (but not limited to) trying to push others off the
platform, can lead to injury.
PROPELLERS MAY CAUSE SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH. Shut off the
engine(s) when near persons in the water prior to using sunpads,
swim platforms or boarding ladders.
Location
The submersible platform is attached to the underside of the
transom area and deploys aft off of the boat. The fold down
terraces are mounted to the port and starboard sides of the
transom on the AV40.
Operation
To operate the submersible swim platform follow the steps below:
1.
Ensure that the engines are turned off and that the drives
have centered and are trimmed fully down.