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(3) Return the stern ladder to the stowed po-
sition, and then sit in one of the seats pro-
vided.
Boarding from the bow
A bow ladder is available when boarding from
the bow of the boat is desired, when the boat
is beached. (See page 70 for bow ladder us-
ing procedures.)
Boarding from a dock or landing jetty
(1) Board the boat from the side. One person
should board at a time by stepping into
the boat. Never jump in. Avoid stepping
on slick gelcoat surfaces on the boat’s
gunwales, especially if wet.
(2) Sit in one of the seats provided and put
both feet on the deck.
Docking
(1) Make sure no obstructions, boats or
swimmers are close to the boat. Come to
a stop before you reach the dock.
(2) Notice how wind and water currents are
affecting boat movement as you attach
your mooring lines and fenders.
(3) Approach the dock at idle speed. Use re-
verse as necessary during slow-speed
maneuvering to help control speed and
direction. Position the boat according to
wind and water conditions. WARNING!
Do not use your hand, arm, or other
parts of your body to try to keep the
boat from hitting the dock. You could
be injured if the boat pushes against
the dock.
Wind or current pushing boat away from
dock:
Slowly approach the dock at about a 45° an-
gle. Secure the bow to the dock, and then use
engine thrust or a boat hook to gently move
the stern to the dock.
Wind or current
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