YAMARIN 600 Big Ride, Owner'S Manual

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Yamarin 80 Day Cruiser
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NOTE! The boat is not designed to be driven through conditions that cause
it to jump waves. Yamarin warranty does not cover damages,
which are caused from excessive jumping in waves with boat.
Engine being airborne can be tracked down by authorized Yamaha
servicemen from the Yamaha engines computer.
5.9.7 Approaching and leaving the dock
Practise boat manoeuvring skills where there is ample space to learn how to approach a dock
before entering a crowded marina.
A very gentle throttle application does not generate sufficient steering power. Sharp but short
throttle applications enable efficient steering movements.
Ensure that everyone on-board who does not have to stand up is seated when you are
approaching the dock. Sudden steering movements may cause the boat to sway and someone
to get injured.
Before docking, prepare the ropes at stern and bow. Approach the dock bow first at a narrow
angle. Just before touching the dock, steer against the dock and shift into reverse. Apply
throttle quickly and sharply. The boat will stop and turn parallel to the dock. If possible, make
the approach into the wind or current, whichever is the strongest. This makes departing from
the dock easier as the wind or current pushes the bow out from the dock. If there is no wind or
current the easiest way to depart is by pushing the stern as far away from the dock as possible,
and then slowly reversing away from the dock into open water.
The propeller is designed to give its best grip in forward gear. Therefore the propeller
performance is weaker in reverse. Neither does the boat have a similar steering response in
reverse as in forward gear.
WARNING! Yamarin 80 DC is a fast boat. It does not stop instantly when at
planing speed. Slow down in plenty of time before anchoring,
beaching or docking. Learn to estimate the distance the boat needs
before it stops. Remember that steering control is poor, if there is
no traction.
WARNING! Do not try to stop the boat with your hands, and do not put your
arm or foot between the boat and the dock, the shore or another
vessel! Practise beaching and docking under favourable
conditions! Use moderate but firm engine power.
NOTE! When you secure the boat you must take into consideration
changes in wind direction, that the water level might rise or sink,
any backwash that might occur, etc. You can get more information
from insurance companies, etc.