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2018 World Cat Glacier Bay Edition 2770/2780 Owners Manual
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Pursuant to NMMA certification, all World Cats over 26’ in length are “ Yacht Certified ” and carry the placard
shown below. Person and gear capacities are not predetermined, they are left to the operator ’ s discretion.
Therefore, the amount of load allowed onboard should result from considering all safety precautions.
Horsepower ratings, however, are set by World Cats and should not be exceeded. This manual will provide
information on the maximum horsepower ratings for your boat. Exceeding the factory recommendation will
result in loss of warranty coverage on your vessel.
4.5 Pollution Regulations
The Refuse Act of 1899 prohibits throwing, discharging or depositing any refuse matter of any kind
(including trash, garbage, oil and other liquid pollutants) into the waters of the United States. This infor-
mation is provided in a pamphlet, that normally received when registering your boat. Use the information
below as a guideline, but study the pamphlet and understand any local regulations regarding pollution con-
trol. As the operator, you are also liable for individuals on your vessel disposing of materials in an improper
manner.
4.5.1 Oil and Hazardous Substances
The Federal Water Pollution Control Act prohibits the discharge of oil or hazardous substances which may
be harmful into U.S. navigable water. Vessels 26 feet in length and over must display a placard at least 5 by
8 inches, made of durable material. The placard must be installed in a conspicuous place in the rigging
compart-ments or near the bilge pumps and state the following: