Sea-doo 210 Challenger Series, Operator'S Manual

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SAFE BOATING PRACTICES
YOU are responsible for your own
safety, the safety of your passengers,
and the safety of fellow boaters. Ride
smart from the start and we all win!
Drugs and Alcohol
Do not use drugs or drink alcohol while
operating a boat. Like driving a car,
driving a boat requires sober, attentive
care. Operating a boat while intoxi-
cated or under the influence of drugs
is not only dangerous, but it is also a
Federal offense carrying a significant
penalty. These laws are vigorously en-
forced. The use of drugs and alcohol,
singly or in combination, decreases
reaction time, impedes judgment, im-
pairs vision, and inhibits your ability to
safely operate a boat.
WARNING
Alcohol consumption and boat-
ing do not mix! Operating un-
der the influence endangers the
lives of your passengers and other
boaters. Federal laws prohibit op-
erating a boat under the influence
of alcohol or drugs.
Safe Operation
For safety reasons and proper care,
always perform daily
PRE-RIDE IN-
SPECTION
as specified in your Op-
erator's Guide before operating your
boat. Safe operation means that you
do not misuse your boat nor do you
allow your passengers to do so. Safe
operation means using good judgment
at all times. It includes, without limita-
tion, the following actions:
– Load the boat within the limits listed
on the capacity plate. Balance loads
bow to stern and port to starboard.
– Maintain boat speed at or below the
local legal limit. Avoid excessive
speed or speeds not appropriate for
operating conditions.
– Do not use the boat in weather or
sea conditions beyond the skill or
experience of the operator or the
comfortable capability of the boat or
passengers.
– Be sure at least one other passen-
ger is familiar with the operation and
safety aspects of the boat in case of
an emergency.
– Make sure that passengers and gear
do not obstruct the operator's view
or ability to move.
– Do not exceed the maximum engine
power rating stated on the certifica-
tion plate attached to the boat.
– Observe all safety signs and warn-
ings both inside the boat and in the
immediate boating area.
– While your boat has the capacity
of operating at high speeds, it is
strongly recommended that high
speed operation only be applied
when ideal conditions exist and are
permitted. Higher speed operation
requires a higher degree of skill and
increases the risk of severe injuries.
– In shallow water, proceed with
caution and at very low speeds.
Grounding or abrupt stops may re-
sult in injury. Debris may also be
picked up and be thrown rearward
by the jet pump onto people or prop-
erty.
– Do not use the boat's reverse, to
stop. You or your passenger(s)
could be violently ejected forward
or even off the boat onto the hazard.
Maneuverability of the Boat and
Towing
– Always keep in mind that as the
throttle lever is returned to idle posi-
tion, less directional control is avail-
able, and when the engine is OFF,
directional control is lost. You need
throttle to steer.
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SAFETY INFORMATION
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