Skier's Choice 2008 Supra Launch 20, Owner'S Manual

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Safety Equipment
Your Supra has been equipped at the factory with most of
the federally required safety equipment for inland waters
(Class 1, 16’-to-26’). This equipment includes:
- UL-approved Marine Fire Extinguisher, Type A-BC
(2 lbs.), good for solids, liquids, and electrical fire
- ABYC-approved Marine Mufflers with water injection
- USCG-approved Marine Flame Arrestor
- USCG-approved Engine Box Ventilation with sparkless
power blower
- ABYC-approved Electric Horn sound warning device
- USCG-approved inland lighting
Federal law also requires at least one Type I, II or III Per-
sonal Flotation Device (PFD) for each person on board or
being towed on water skis or other recreational equipment.
In addition, one throwable Type IV PFD must also be on
board. As the owner, obtaining the appropriate PFDs is your
responsibility. Your Supra dealer can and will be happy to
assist you.
NOTE: Requirements for coastal waters and inland
waters differ. Check with the local authorities for more
information.
A smart owner will avoid potential problems on an outing
by having additional equipment on board. Normally, this
equipment is dependent on the body of water and the
length of the trip.
We suggest the following—as a minimum. Your Supra
dealer can also assist you with additional recommenda-
tions.
- An anchor with at least 75 feet of line
- A manual bailing device for removing water
- A combination oar/boat hook
- A day-and-night visual distress signal
- A first aid kit and manual
- An airway breathing tube
- A waterproof flashlight
- A set of local navigation charts
- Mooring lines and fenders
- Extra engine oil
- A tool kit
- A portable AM/FM radio or weather radio
- VHF hand held marine radio
Boating-related accidents are generally caused by the
operator’s failure to follow basic safety rules or written
precautions. Most accidents can be avoided if the opera -
tor is completely familiar with the boat, its operation, and
can recognize potentially hazardous situations before an
accident occurs.
The following is a listing of just some of the agencies and
organizations that offer safety training or information:
American Red Cross, National HQ
17th & D Streets NW
Washington, DC 20006
(202) 639-3686
www.redcross.org
USA Waterski
799 Overlook Drive
Winter Haven, FL 33884
(941) 324-4341
www.usawaterski.org
Boat Owners Association of the United States (BOAT/US)
880 South Pickett Street
Alexandria, VA 22304
(703) 823-9550
www.boatus.com
National Safe Boating Council
2550 M Street NW, Suite 425
Washington, DC 20037
(202) 296-4588
www.safeboatingcouncil.org
U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary Commandant (G-NAB)
2100 Second Street SW
Washington, DC 20593-0001
(800) 336-2628
www.cgaux.org
U.S. Power Squadron
www.usps.org
On-Line Basic Boating
Safety Course
www.boatsafe.com
National Marine Manufacturers Association
200 E. Randolph Dr. Suite 5100
Chicago, IL. 60601
(312) 946-6200
www.nmma.org
Federal law requires certain safety equipment to be onboard
at all times. In addition, responsible boaters carry other
equipment in case of emergency. Check with the local
boating authorities for any additional requirements over and
above the federal stipulations.
Safety Training Organizations