BRP SEA-DOO Search and Rescue Series 2017, Руководство оператора

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SPECIAL SAFETY MESSAGES
When accelerating on a PWC with a
passenger(s), whether from a com-
plete stop or while underway, always
do so progressively. Fast acceleration
may cause your passenger(s) to loose
their balance and fall rearward off the
watercraft. Make sure that your pas-
senger(s) are aware of or can anticipate
any rapid acceleration.
Severe internal injuries can occur if
water is forced into body cavities as a
result of falling into water or being near
a jet thrust nozzle. Consequently, the
wearing of a wet suit bottom is highly
recommended.
Keep away from the intake grate while
the engine is running. Items such
as long hair, loose clothing, or PFD
straps can become entangled in mov-
ing parts.
If the throttle lever is depressed while
braking, the iBR system will disable the
throttle command by the user. When
releasing the iBR lever while the throt-
tle lever is still depressed, the throt-
tle command will regain control and
generate an acceleration after a short
delay. Release throttle lever if acceler-
ation is not needed.
Before reboarding, make sure engine
is off and the tether cord is removed
from the engine cut-off switch.
To prevent accidental starting, always
remove the tether cord from the en-
gine cut-off switch when someone is
boarding, nearby, or during removal of
any weeds or debris from the intake
grate.
On a PWC, never place your feet and
legs in the water to aid turning.
Drugs and Alcohol
Never use your PWC with drugs or
alcohol. Like driving a car, driving a
watercraft requires the operator to be
sober, attentive and alert. Operating a
watercraft while intoxicated or under
the influence of drugs is not only dan-
gerous, but it is also a Federal offense
carrying a significant penalty. These
laws are vigorously enforced. The use
of drugs and alcohol, singly or in com-
bination, decreases reaction time, im-
pedes judgment, impairs vision, and
inhibits your ability to safely operate a
watercraft.
WARNING
Alcohol consumption and boat-
ing do not mix! Operating with
the use of drugs or alcohol endan-
gers the lives of your passengers,
other boaters, and yourself. Fed-
eral laws prohibit operating a wa-
tercraft with the use of drugs or
alcohol.
Hypothermia
Hypothermia, the loss of body heat
resulting in a subnormal body temper-
ature, is a significant cause of death in
boating accidents. After an individual
has succumbed to hypothermia, he or
she will lose consciousness and then
drown.
PFDs can increase survival time be-
cause of the insulation they provide.
Naturally, the warmer the water, the
less insulation one will require. When
operating in cold water (below 4°C
(40°F)) consideration should be given
to using a drysuit, a coat or jacket style
PFD as they cover more body area than
the vest style PFDs.
Safe Boating Courses
Many countries recommend or require
a boating safety course. Check with
your local competent authorities.
Check local and federal boating laws
applicable to the waterways where
you intend to use your watercraft.
Learn the local navigation rules. Know
and understand the applicable naviga-
tion system (such as buoys and signs).
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