Monterey Sport Cruiser 260SCR, Owner'S Manual

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Section 2
2-2
Cruiser
• Never operate your boat while under the
influence of drugs or alcohol.
• Look before you turn your boat. As a boater,
you are obligated to maintain a course and
speed unless it is safe to alter course and
speed. Look before you turn.
• You, as the operator, must read and understand
all operating manuals supplied with your boat
before operation.
• Whenever you are going for an outing, make
sure that at least one passenger is familiar with
the operation and safety aspects of your boat in
case of emergency.
• Do not allow passengers to sit in front of the
operator; always avoid obstructing the
operator’s view.
• Show all passengers the location of emergency
equipment and explain how to use it.
• Never allow passengers to drag their feet or
hands in the water, or sit on the bow, bow pulpit,
deck or gunwale while the engine is running.
• Never use or hold onto the boarding platform
while the engine is running.
• Never stand or allow passengers to stand in the
boat or sit on the transom, seat backs, engine
cover or sides of the boat while the engine is
running. You or others may be thrown from your
boat.
• Children and nonswimmers must wear a life
jacket at all times.
• Never leave children in the boat without adult
supervision.
• Improper operation of your boat is extremely
dangerous.
• Securely attach the engine emergency stop
switch lanyard to a part of your clothing, such
as a belt loop, when operating your boat.
• Operate slowly in congested areas such as
marinas and mooring areas.
• The bow may be slippery. Do not go forward
while the engine is running.
• Slow down when crossing waves or wake in
order to minimize the impact on passengers
and the boat.
• Never dive from your boat without being
absolutely sure of the depth of the water;
severe injury or death may occur from striking
the bottom or submerged objects.
• Never swim near a boat when the engine is
running. Even if the boat is in the NEUTRAL
position, the propeller may still be turning and
carbon monoxide may be present.
• Never wrap ski lines or mooring lines around
any body part. You could become entangled in
the line if you fall overboard while the boat is
moving.
• Keep track of ski lines and dock lines so they do
not become entangled in the propeller.
• Watch for other boats, swimmers and
obstructions in the water. Stay away from other
boats and personal watercraft.
• Have an experienced operator at the helm and
always have at least three people present for
safe towing – one to drive, one to observe, and
one to ski or ride.
• Never replace your boat’s marine parts with
automotive parts (if applicable).
• Never remove or modify any components of the
fuel system. Always have qualified personnel
perform fuel system maintenance. Tampering
with fuel components may cause a hazardous
condition.
• Avoid contact with engine exhaust gases –
engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide.
• Never operate the engine in a confined space.
• Never go under the boat cover with the engine
running or shortly after the engine has been
running.
• Allow adequate ventilation with fresh air before
entering any enclosed areas.