MasterCraft NXT20 2023, Owner'S Manual

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RADIOS—TELEPHONES
Improper use of a radio-telephone is a criminal offense. The
use of obscene, indecent or profane language during radio
communications is punishable by a $10,000 fine, imprisonment
for two years or both. Other penalties exist for misuse of a radio,
such as improper use of Channel 16 VHF-FM, a calling and distress
channel. It is not to be used for conversation or radio checks. Such
communications should be conducted on an authorized channel.
REFUSE AND POLLUTION
There are stringent requirements regarding pollution, discharge
of oil, discharge of garbage and the operation and discharge
from sanitation devices. It is the boat owner’s and operator’s
responsibility to determine laws and regulations and to ensure
that those laws and regulations are respected and enforced.
Details are available through the U.S. Coast Guard.
The preceding information provides requirements within the
United States territorial waters. Boats operated under other
autonomous governmental agencies throughout the world will
have their own legal requirements, including the international
MARPOL Treaty.
Boat owners and operators are responsible for determining what
those requirements are and complying with them, regardless of
the owner/operator’s citizenship.
This Owner’s Manual was developed to help ensure an enjoyable
boating experience with a your MasterCraft boat. As stated earlier,
this information is not all-inclusive. There are many factors to
consider and additional information that you need to research
before undertaking any boating activity.
In addition to reading this Owner’s Manual and other related
material, and familiarizing yourself with the proper operation of the
MasterCraft boat, always use common sense when boating.