Scout Boats 295 Abaco, Owner'S Manual

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SAFETY INFORMATION
Your Scout manual has been written to include a number of safety instructions to assure the safe operation and maintenance of
your boat. These instructions are in the form of
DANGER, WARNING, CAUTION
,
and NOTICE
statements. The follow-
ing definitions apply:
IMMEDIATE HAZARDS WHICH WILL RESULT IN
SEVERE PERSONAL INJURY OR DEATH.
HAZARDS OR UNSAFE PRACTICES WHICH
COULD RESULT IN SEVERE PERSONAL
INJURY OR DEATH.
HAZARDS OR UNSAFE PRACTICES WHICH
COULD RESULT IN MINOR PERSONAL INJURY
OR PRODUCT AND PROPERTY DAMAGE.
All instructions given in this book are as seen from the stern looking toward the bow, with starboard being to your right, and
port to your left. A glossary of boating terms is included.
IMPORTANT NOTE: Your boat uses internal combustion engines and flammable fuel. Every precaution has been taken by
Scout to reduce the risks associated with possible injury and damage from fire or explosion, but your own precaution and good
maintenance procedures are necessary in order to enjoy safe operation of your boat.