Parker 2014, Owner'S Manual

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general boating information
DRIVING
Do not allow passengers to ride in the boat while trailering. Check brakes prior to leaving. Drive as steady as possible and avoid sudden jerks.
Anticipate stops to make them smooth. Road trips call for occasional stops to make sure the trailer is still secured properly.
TRAILERING
The adjustment and balance of your boat on the trailer determines how easily your boat may be transported. The tongue weight on the hitch
ball should be 5-10% of the total weight of your boat, motor and trailer. Tail-heavy loads cause swaying while trailering. The rollers and/or
bunks of your trailer should be adjusted so that the weight is distributed evenly across the stern and forward throughout the keel sections.
Your dealer is capable of adjusting your trailer properly.
Practice maneuvering the trailer. The trailer always backs in the opposite direction of the vehicle: To maneuver the trailer, turn the steering
wheel in the direction you want the trailer to go. Prior to initial launch familiarize yourself with this manual and all aspects of your boat.
Below is a checklist to follow when trailering your boat:
• Consult your state laws as to brake and axle load requirements.
• Check brakes for proper operation and fluid level prior to departure on each trip.
• Check springs and undercarriage for loose parts.
• Check tires for proper inflation. Under-inflated tires heat up rapidly and tire
damage or failure is likely to occur.
• Wheel bearings and lug nuts should be checked before each trip.
• Your boat should be fastened to the trailer by a line from the bow eye to the
winch line PLUS a bow tie-down to the winch stand or trailer tongue. The stern of
your boat should be tied down to the trailer from the stern eyes.
• Check to be sure the tail lights and turning signals work prior to towing.
• Bimini tops and canvas curtains are not designed to stay on boats at
highway speeds. Before towing, take down the Bimini top and any canvas, if
so equipped.