PURSUIT DC / 265, Owner'S Manual

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Exterior Equipment
7-3
Section 7
DC235 / DC265
7.2 Cockpit
Swim Platform
DC 235
A half swim platform is mounted to the star-
board side of the transom and is equiped
with a folding ladder. An inspection plate in
the splashwell provides access to the stern
bilge and engine mounting bolts.
DC 265
Your Pursuit boat is equipped with an inte-
gral swim platform. Inspection deck plates
are located in the splashwell to provide
access to the stern bilge and engine mount-
ing bolts. Make sure these deck plates are
secure before operating your boat. A fold-
away boarding ladder is located under the
hatch on the swim platform.
DO NOT use swim platform or ladder while
an engine is running. The engines must be
“OFF” before allowing anyone to enter or
exit the boat or when they are in the water.
Stow ladder before starting an engine.
Transom Door
Do not use the transom door when the boat
is in motion. DO NOT leave the transom
door unlatched. Latch it in the full “OPEN” or
full “CLOSED” position.
Aft Seats
DC 235
The aft seat folds away to improve access to
the stern area of the cockpit. To stow the
seat, slide the two release handles to center
and drop the seat down.
The stern light is stored under the seat.
DC 265
To open, grasp the handle and carefully
lower the cushion into place.
Ski Tow Pylon
The optional ski tow pylon is designed for a
single water skier only. The ski tow is not to
be used for anything other than water
sports.
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DANGER
CARBON MONOXIDE POISONING
AND/OR ROTATING PARTS HAZARD
Poisonous CO gases are present at
the rear of the boat when an engine is
running. A rotating propeller can cut
or entangle swimmers. Both of these
hazards will cause death or serious
injury. DO NOT use the swim/boarding
platform when the engine is running.
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WARNING
UNSAFE BOAT HAZARD
Failure to close and secure transom
door/gate while underway can expose
passengers to rotating propellers,
throw them overboard or swamp the
boat which can cause death or seri-
ous injury. Close and secure door/
gate before getting underway.
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CAUTION
Inspect transom door/gate fittings
periodically for wear, damage or loose
fit. Repair or replace before using your
boat.
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CAUTION
Keep hands away from the seat mech-
anism when opening and closing.