Tige 2015 ASR, Owner'S Manual

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SAFETY ALERT from August 28, 2001:
The United States Coast Guard advised boaters not to “Teak/
Drag Surf.” Recent boating fatalities revealed that carbon
monoxide (CO) emitted from a vessel’s exhaust resulted in
CO poisoning and the death of at least six teak surfers.
“Teak/Drag Surfing” places the individual in position
directly exposed to the CO in the engine’s exhaust. This
may result in a loss of coherent responses and even death.
In addition, “Teak/Drag Surfing” dangerously exposes the
individual to a possible propeller injury, and since it is often
done without a life jacket (PFD), it significantly increases
the probability of drowning. Therefore, the Coast Guard
stresses, “Teak/Drag Surfing” is a very dangerous activity
and advises boaters not to participate in it.
The Coast Guard pointed out that carbon monoxide is one
of the most dangerous gases. It strikes before you know
you are exposed and it impairs in a way that can and too
often does lead to death. That is why it is so important to
the Coast Guard that in every circumstance where it can be
avoided, it is.
Every year tragic deaths occur from the negligence of
unsafe boating and dangerous activities. Experts say, “many
of these deaths may have been caused by an invisible
hazard, carbon monoxide poisoning.” Taking the risk of
swimming under a boarding platform when the engine is
running, skiing within 20 ft (6.1 meters), “teak surfing” or
“dragging” behind a moving boat can be fatal.
BOATING SAFETY
SECTION 2
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As a concerned Manufacturer we do not consider any
dangerous activities which can result in a serious injury or
death a watersport. Your manufacturer is concerned for
all boaters’ safety and DOES NOT promote unsafe boating
risks, and STRONGLY recommends that boaters refrain from
ANY unsafe or dangerous activities. Boaters/users assume
all risks for such actions.
DO NOT use the boarding platform for any other purpose
than boarding the boat or preparation of entering the
water, and DO NOT be on or near the boarding platform
when the engine is running.
The boat owner, as well as all boat occupants, must ensure
that they understand the dangers of carbon monoxide and
comply with all safety recommendations/requirements. No
one should be allowed to stand or sit in any area of the
boat that is not a designated seat while the boat is running.
General Watersport Precautions for Operators
Make sure that everyone knows and uses approved skiing
hand signals and common skiing courtesy.
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