Silver Marine Captain 360, Owner'S Manual

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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
SAFETY FIRST: LEARN HOW TO AVOID ACCIDENTS
CHECK-LIST BEFORE DEPARTING
GET REQUIRED INFORMATION AND INFORM OTHER PASSENGERS:
v GET INFORMED on local regulations and hazards related to water activities
and boat operation.
v CHECK weather forecast, local currents, tides and wind conditions.
v ADVISE someone on land of the time you plan to be back.
v EXPLAIN basic boat operation to all passengers that can operate the boat in
case of emergency.
v LEARN how to determine the distance you can cover with a full fuel tank, and
remember that bad weather conditions can alter this.
Always be sure you have enough fuel to reach a shelter.
CHECK CONDITION OF THE BOAT AND EQUIPMENT:
v CHECK inflation pressure.
v INSPECT the valves caps. Remove the self bailer plug.
v CHECK the tightening of the motor clamps. If it is not bolted, don’t forget to
secure the engine with a safety lanyard attached to the bracket and the motor
plate.
v BE SURE the safety stop switch lanyard operates correctly.
v TOP OFF fuel and oil level.
v DO NOT FORGET to fill up the oil level if your motor has a separate oil tank.
v CHECK the security of your fuel tank. Install it at the spot provided.
v BE SURE motor is not in gear before starting.
v CHECK the load is evenly distributed (see chapter OPERATING INSTRUCTION).
CHECK that required safety equipment is on board:
(check the laws and regulations of the country or locality
in which you are boating)
v One personal flotation device (PFD) per person.
v The foot-pump, oars, repair kit and tool kit.
v The mandatory equipment.
v The boat papers and your boating license.
v Lights are required if operating after dark.