Robalo R160 2019, Owner'S Manual

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2019 ROBALO CENTER CONSOLE
Robalo Boats, LLC.
www.robalo.com
At Least Annually:
(Performed by a qualified marine technician)
 Replace fuel system components if any evidence of cracking,
corrosion or deterioration is found.
 Inspect fuel tanks annually. Pay particular attention to bottom
surfaces that may have contacted bilge water. Also, check to see if
any part of the tank is corroded or damaged from rubbing and
abrasion. Permanently installed fuel tanks must be vented to the
atmosphere outside the boat. Closed compartments that contain
fuel tanks and engines or non‐ignition protected electrical
components must be ventilated.
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Be sure the fill pipe is securely mounted, grounded and located
where spilled fuel is directed overboard. Dry and cracked or soft
and mushy fuel fill hoses should be replaced immediately.
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If your boat is equipped with bilge blowers, ensure they are
working properly.
 Ensure cooking appliances on board are secured and operate
properly. Refer to the appliance owner’s manual.
 Ensure flammable items are stowed safely and cannot contact
cooking appliances or hot engine parts.
 Ensure fire extinguishers are USCG‐approved and in good working
order (i.e., gauges register and nozzles are clear

Repair all bare wires and loose electrical connections that might
cause a short in your boat’s electrical system and start a fire.

Do not store disposable propane cylinders or charcoal lighting
fluid on board the boat.
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When replacing starters or other electrical equipment use only
ignition‐ protected parts. Do not use automotive parts.
Navigational Aids Chart
The Navigational Aids Chart (located at the end of this section) contains
information about various signals, buoys, and warnings. Robalo
recommends you participate in a safe boating course to learn more
about navigating your boat safely.
WATER SPORTS
Water skiing and other water sports, such as knee boarding and riding on
inflatable towable devices, require increased safety awareness by all the
people involved.
WARNING : Death or serious poisoning can result from expo‐ sure
to carbon monoxide from engine exhaust. Turn off gasoline‐ powered
generators that exhaust at or near the water level when the swim
platform on the stern is in use. Swimmers should not enter the
cavity beneath the swim platform.
Important: Remember that three people — not two — are
required for safe water skiing: the boat operator, the skier, and an
observer on the boat facing the skier. The observer relays signals
from the skier to the operator. The operator can therefore give full
attention to the operation of the boat and the waters ahead.
Figure 2.6 shows a set of hand signals recommended by the American
Water Ski Association (AWSA). The skier, the observer, and the boat
operator should know and understand these 7 simple signals.
Following these guidelines helps make water skiing a safe and enjoyable
experience:
1. Water ski only in safe areas away from other boats and
swimmers, out of channels, and in water free of underwater
obstructions.
2. Make sure anyone who water skis is a competent
swimmer.
3. Be sure the skier is wearing a proper flotation device. A properly
designed ski vest will keep a stunned or unconscious person
afloat.
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