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

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NOTE: DO NOT attempt to use excessive power to free
the boat from dry carpet runners. Power off of the trailer
only when the boat has floated free.
If the trailer is not submerged to the correct depth, the
bow of the boat could drop when powering off incorrectly,
possibly damaging the boat.
Roll driver’s side window of tow vehicle down prior to
backing down ramp. Should the vehicle slip into the water,
the driver can escape through open window.
Unloading Procedure
To unload the boat use the following procedure as a guide:
1. Make sure that all drain plugs are securely in place.
2. Unplug light cord before backing into the water.
3. With Bow Eye Hook fastened, retract Boat Buddy
latch pin by pulling trigger into “safety”
position. (If latch pin is bound, tighten winch to
relieve pressure, then pull trigger into “safety” position).
4. With Bow Eye Hook fastened, back the trailer until the
water level is approximately 1 inch below the top of the
trailer fenders. NOTICE: Ramp slopes vary, so actual
level of water on trailer may be different.
(NOTE: Caution on this page!).
5. Follow the cold start procedure recommended in this
manual.
6. After starting the engine, remove Bow Eye Hook.
7. With engine idling, center steering wheel, engage
transmission and slowly pull throttle into reverse. Ease
back on the throttle lever until the boat starts to move.
NOTE: Because your Supra is a direct drive inboard,
when backing up, the stern will have a tendency to drift
left or right depending on propeller rotation.
To load the boat on the trailer, position the trailer in the
water with approximately 1 inch of the top of the fender
showing.
1. Set the Boat Buddy for loading by pulling trigger
or latch mechanism into “set” position.
2. Idle/coast the boat onto the trailer using as little
power as possible, while keeping it centered between
the guide poles.
3. Power slowly forward until the bow eye solidly contacts
the Boat Buddy and the latch is triggered.
4. Winch hook must be attached to bow eye and tightened
before trailering.
DO NOT Power onto the trailer during rough condi-
tions!
Once correctly positioned on the trailer, switch off
ignition.
DO NOT OVER POWER onto trailer or damage may
occur to the boat and/or the trailer!
The trailer must be positioned for the correct water
depth for loading or you may damage the boat. Varying
ramp angles require different procedures. In general, the
steeper the ramp, the more shallow the trailer should be
positioned in the water. Your local dealer can help you un-
derstand this, should you require additional assistance.
Loading Procedure