Tige 2015 ASR, Owner'S Manual

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boat has a maximum capacity label displaying the maximum
weight of people, gear and ballast that can be placed in
the boat. Always be aware of the load in your boat and
do not load the boat in excess of the listed capacity. The
quest for the largest wake has caused some to excessively
overload their boats.
Overloading a boat may cause it to become unstable
and adversely affect the boat’s handling.
Visibility
The operator of the boat is responsible by law to “maintain
a proper lookout by sight and hearing.” The operator
must ensure that he/she has appropriate visibility for safe
operation. No passengers or equipment should block
the operator’s view outward or of other boats, skier,
rider, swimmer, or anyone in the water. Even momentary
interference can result in the driver’s inability to respond
to a situation that requires avoidance of another vessel or
submerged or partially-submerged objects. Look carefully
before turning, especially when you are turning around
to pick up a fallen skier/rider. Someone else may not be
following the “Rules of the Road.” Keep a visual check for
boats behind your boat. This is an area where accidents
can happen very quickly. The boat should not be driven at
a rate of speed faster than will allow it to be brought to a
full stop within the operator’s field of view.
BOATING SAFETY
SECTION 2
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Boating Under the Influence
Operating a boat under the influence of alcohol can cause
serious injury or death.
Boating, alcohol, and the use of other drugs just do not
mix. Boating under the influence of alcohol or drugs can
be deadly. Boating, coupled with alcohol and other drugs
results in many marine accidents and deaths accounting
for approximately one third of all recreational boating
fatalities. These substances decrease your reaction time
and impair your judgment. Combined with the sun, wind,
waves, and noise of other watercraft, the effects of drugs
are increased and will significantly increase your reaction
time. As the owner/operator, you are responsible for the
alcohol/drug use and onboard behavior of your passengers.
Federal and state laws prohibit operating a boat under the
influence of alcohol and other drugs. These regulations are
actively enforced. Impaired operation may result in severe
personal injury or death.
If the operator’s blood alcohol content is above the legal
limit, violators are subject to fines and you can go to jail.
You may also lose your automobile driving privileges.
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