Yamaha EXCTER220, Owner'S Manual

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NFORMATION
Reading Buoys and Other Markers
The waters of the United states are
marked for safe navigation by the later-
al system of buoys. Simply put, buoys
and markers have an arrangement of
shapes, colors, numbers and lights to
show which side of the buoy a boater
should pass on when navigating in a
particular direction. The markings on
these buoys are oriented from the per-
spective of being entered from seaward
(the boater is going towards the port).
This means that red buoys are passed
on the starboard (right) side when pro-
ceeding from open water into port, and
black buoys are to port left) side. When
navigating out of port, your position with
respect to the buoys should be
reversed; red buoys should be to port
and black buoys to starboard.
Many bodies of water used by boaters
are entirely within the boundaries of a
particular state. The Uniform State
Waterway Marking System has been
devised for these waters. This system
uses buoys and signs with distinctive
shapes and colors to show regulatory
or advisory information. These markers
are white with black letters and orange
borders. They signify speed zones,
restricted areas, danger areas, and
general information.
Remember, markings may vary by
geographic location. Always consult
local boating authorities before driving
your Jet Boat in unfamiliar waters.
TO GET MORE BOATING
SAFETY INFORMATION
Be informed about boating safety.
Additional publications and information
can be obtained from many organiza-
tions, including the following:
United States Coast Guard
Consumer Affairs Staff (G-BC)
Office of Boating, Public, and
Consumer Affairs
U.S. Coast Guard Headquarters
Washington, D.C. 20593-0001
Boating Safety Hotline:
1-800-368-5647
BOATING EDUCATION
This manual cannot provide complete
training on all aspects of boat opera-
tion. All operators of this Jet Boat are
encouraged to seek additional training
on boat handling and safety. Many
states require operators under the age
of 18 to be licensed in small boat oper-
ation and offer training and certification
courses.
Many different agencies and organiza-
tions offer boating training and safety.
Some of these are listed below. Check
your local telephone directory for the
telephone numbers and addresses in
your area.
●
U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary
●
American Red Cross
●
National Fishing and Wildlife
Foundation
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Power Squadrons
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Sports Fishing Institute
●
State Boating Offices