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Chapter 1: Welcome Aboard!
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Boating Experience
If this is your first boat or if you are changing to a type of boat you are not familiar with, for your own comfort and
safety, get handling and operating experience before assuming command of your boat.
Take one of the boating safety classes offered by the U.S. Power Squadrons or the U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary. For
more course information, including dates and locations of upcoming classes, contact the organizations directly:
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U.S. Power Squadrons: 1-888-FOR-USPS (1-888-367-8777) or on the Internet at: http://www.usps.org
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In Canada, for the CPS courses call 1-888-CPS-BOAT.
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U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary: 1-800-368-5647 or on the Internet at: http://www.cgaux.org
Outside the United States, your selling dealer, national sailing federation, or local boat club can advise you of local
sea schools or competent instructors.
Engine & Accessory Guidelines
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Your boat’s engines and accessories were selected to provide optimum performance and service.
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Installing different engines or other accessories may cause unwanted handling characteristics.
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Should you choose to install different engines or accessories that will affect your boat’s running trim, have an
experienced marine technician perform a safety inspection and handling test before operating your boat again.
Engine & Accessory Literature
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The engines and accessories installed on your boat come with their own operation and maintenance manuals.
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Read these manuals before using the engines and accessories.
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Unless noted otherwise, all engine and accessory literature referred to in this supplement is included in your
owner’s packet.
CONTROL HAZARD!
A qualified operator MUST be in control of your boat at ALL times. Do NOT operate your boat
while under the influence of alcohol or drugs.
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When storing your boat, please refer to your engine’s operation and maintenance manuals.
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Certain modifications to your boat WILL result in cancellation of your warranty protection.
ALWAYS check with your dealer BEFORE making any modifications to your boat.
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