Tige 2015 ASR, Owner'S Manual

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Water Rescue (Man Overboard)
Immediately react to a person who has fallen overboard.
Keep the victim constantly in your sight. Safely return to
the victim as soon as possible. Throw the person a life
preserver. Turn off the engine and help the person into the
boat if someone is thrown or washed overboard. It may be
possible to revive a drowning victim who has been under
water for some time and shows no sign of life. Start CPR
immediately and get the victim to a hospital as quickly as
possible.
Reporting Accidents
Boat operators are required by law to file a Boating Accident
report with their state boating law enforcement agency or
local authority when their boat is involved in certain boating
accidents. A boating accident must be reported if there
is a loss or probable loss of life, personal injury requiring
medical attention, damage exceeding $500, or there is a
complete loss of the boat. If any of these conditions arise,
seek further assistance from local law enforcement personnel.
Medical Emergency
Be prepared in the event of an emergency. Know how
to use your first aid kit. Be aware of any special medical
conditions of your passengers.
Operation Failure
If you experience a propulsion, steering or control failure,
immediately turn OFF the engine. Try to determine the
failure and repair, if qualified to do so. Otherwise, call or
signal for assistance.
BOATING SAFETY
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Hazardous Conditions
Every waterway poses hazards that should be avoided. The
following information outlines some of the hazards which
may be encountered.
Shallow Water Operation
Shallow water brings on obvious hazards such as sand bars,
stumps, rocks, etc. Know the area you will be operating the
boat in. Hitting objects at high speeds can cause severe
damage to people and the boat. If you know you will be
navigating the boat in shallow water, post a lookout and
proceed slowly.
Know the minimal depth your boat can safely travel.
Warning Markers
Learn to recognize the different buoys and day markers;
they are used as the signposts of the waterways identifying
navigable routes and water hazards. It is a good idea to ask
local authorities about hazard areas and if they are marked.
Stay within boundaries and clear of hazards.
Weeds
Weeds can generally be a threat to a boat’s engine and
other components on the boat. If weeds wrap around the
propeller, they can create vibration in the engine. They also
restrict water intake, causing the engine to overheat.
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