Tige 2015 ASR, Owner'S Manual

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It is not intended for this manual to be a replacement for
a course on boating safety. It is highly recommended that
if you are unfamiliar with the use and operation of a boat,
you seek advice and training from a qualified individual
or organization. Check with your local boating agency or
dealer for more information about boating safety classes in
your area.
Your safety, the safety of your passengers, and other
boaters are among your responsibilities as operator or
owner of this boat. Your boat must be in compliance with
(USCG), state, and country safety equipment regulations.
You should know how to react correctly to adverse weather
conditions, have good navigation skills, and follow the
“Rules of the Road” as defined by the USCG and state/
county/local regulations.
Before each outing you should check all safety equipment,
such as fire extinguishers, life jackets (PFDs), flares, distress
flags, flashlights, and emergency cutoff switch. They
should be operable, in good condition, readily visible,
and easily accessed.
Know the weight capacity of your boat. DO NOT overload
your boat. Passengers and equipment should be spread out evenly.
This section covers general boating safety information.
Throughout this manual specific precautions and symbols
identify safety related information.
BOAT SAFETY LABELS
Your Tigé boat is affixed with various safety labels at the time
of manufacture. These labels appear at specific locations
on the boat where safety is of particular concern. Safety
BOATING SAFETY
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labels must be legible. If you suspect a label is missing or
one becomes damaged, contact your dealer for immediate
replacement. READ AND ADHERE TO ALL WARNING
PLATES AND LABELS from bow to stern, including those
that are installed inside the engine compartment, lockers,
and under seating.
SAFETY STATEMENTS
Throughout this manual, specific precautions and symbols
identify safety related information. Follow these precautions
as indicated.
The Safety Alert Symbol means ATTENTION! BECOME
ALERT! YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED!
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