Axis A20, Руководство пользователя

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The Watersports Responsibility Code and the Watersports Safety Code have
been developed by WSIA and industry equipment manufacturers. These Codes are
reproduced here for your reference.
Watersports Responsibility Code
Familiarize yourself with and follow The Watersports Responsibility Code.
WATERSPORTS SAFETY CODE
Before you get in the water: Skiing or riding instruction is recommended
before use. Instruction will teach general safety guidelines and proper skiing or riding
techniques, which may reduce your risk of injury. For more information on skiing or
riding schools, contact your dealer, Association, or local ski club.
• Know the federal, state and local laws that apply to your area.
• If you are not familiar with a waterway, ask someone who is knowledgeable to tell you about
any hidden dangers or things to avoid.
• Whether you plan to be in a watercraft, or skiing/riding behind one it is important you are
wearing a properly fitted life jacket (PFD) approved by your country’s agency, USCG Type III,
ISO, etc.
• Inspect all equipment prior to each use, check bindings, fins, tube, attachment, tow rope and
flotation device. Do not use if
damaged.
Watercraft Safety:
A knowledgeable and responsible drive is the most important safety device on
any watercraft.
• Never operate a watercraft, ski or ride under the influence of alcohol or drugs.
• Only use water ballast and people for additional weight.
• Never exceed the passenger or weight limitations of the watercraft.
• Never allow passengers to hang outside the watercraft or towed device or sit on the gunwales
or anywhere outside of the normal seating area.
• Never allow water to overflow the bow or gunwales of the watercraft.
• Uneven weight distribution or additional weight may affect the handling of the watercraft.
Carbon Monoxide:
The exhaust from the engine on a watercraft contains Carbon Monoxide (CO)
which is a colorless, odorless and poisonous gas. Excessive exposure to CO can cause severe injury
or death. Follow this advice to avoid injury.
• Never “Platform Drag” by holding onto the boarding platform or being dragged directly
behind the watercraft. This is where CO will be.
• Do not sit on the watercraft transom or boarding platform while the engine is running.
• Make sure the engine is properly tuned and running well. An improperly tuned engine produces
excessive exhaust and CO.
• If you smell engine exhaust do not stay in that position.
• Go to the United States Coast Guard’s website: (www.uscgboating.org) for more information
on how to help protect yourself and others from the dangers of CO.
Tow Ropes:
Tow ropes come in different lengths and strengths for different activities. make sure
any rope you are using is suited for that activity and that it is in good condition.
• Never use a rope that is frayed, knotted, unraveling or discolored from use or being left in
the sun. If a rope brakes while in use it can recoil at the skier/rider being towed or into the
watercraft where it might strike passengers. Replace tow ropes with any sign of damage.
• Never use a tow rope with elastic or bungee material to pull skiers or riders.
• Rope should be attached to the watercraft in an approved fashion with hardware designed for
towing. Refer to your watercraft manual for instructions on proper tow rope attachment.
• Always keep people and tow ropes away from the propeller, even when idling.
• If a tow rope should become entangled in a propeller, shut off engine, remove the key and
secure it in a safe location before retrieving the rope.
• Tow ropes should be neatly stowed in the boat when not in use.