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SAFETY
1. If you are not experienced with powerboat operation,
seek the help and training of an experienced power-
boat operator before using your Solo Skiff.
2. ALWAYS wear a U.S. Coast Guard approved flotation
device when on the Solo Skiff. It can save your life and
is the law !
3. Download and read a copy of the “BOATERS GUIDE
TO THE FEDERAL REQUIREMENTS FOR RECRE-
ATIONAL BOATS AND SAFETY TIPS”
4. Never overload the Solo Skiff.
5. NEVER STORE EXTRA FUEL INSIDE THE BOAT - IT IS
NOT VENTILATED AND COULD LEAD TO AN EXPLO-
SION.
6. NEVER DRILL A HOLE IN THE BOTTOM OR
SIDES OF YOUR BOAT TO INSTALL HARDWARE
7. Always check your boat for signs of damage before
heading out. If you see anything that looks like it could
potentially cause problems do not use your boat.
8. Always double check that cooler drain plug is in place.
9. Only use approved containers for caring extra fuel.
10. Always carry a spare paddle inside the hull. There are
telescopic paddles that will easily fit inside hull.
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WATER
WATER
PROPER LOADING
IF YOUR SOLO SKIFF IS PROPERLY LOADED, WATER WILL ALWAYS
DRAIN OUT OF THE COCKPIT - FLOWING AROUND THE SEAT,
AND RIGHT OFF THE BACK QUICKLY. IF IT IS NOT DRAINING
YOU HAVE TOO MUCH WEIGHT IN FRONT OF THE BOAT - AD-
JUST THE LOAD BEFORE PROCEEDING ANY FURTHER !
ROUGH WATER / WAVES
Do not operate your boat parallel to large waves. Always head
into waves as perpendicular as possible. If you are going in the
same direction as the waves, do not run perpendicular to the
waves direction as losses of steering can occur and hull broach-
ing.
We realize that things can happen and happen without warning
and so should you. Large boat wakes, and waves if caught off
guard at the wrong angle can capsize or flip your hull over.
IN THE EVENT OF CAPSIZING
It is important to note that your hull will not sink,nor fill with
water with the hatch shut, so do not panic.
Calmly get on top of the hull, go to the rear, and reach down in
the motor well and grab the cockpit floor (under water) oppo-
site you. Remain squatted and lean back. You should be able to
right the hull. There is a video online demonstrating this .
We suggest you practice this in calm water before using your
Solo Skiff. Do so without the engine installed as immersing the
motor can damage it.
ALWAYS WEAR THE
MOTOR KILL/ SHUTOFF LAN-
YARD WHEN STARTING AND
OPERATING THE MOTOR
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Safety equipment should always be on board
as required by law and for your safety. Al-
ways have a daytime visual signaling device,
a whistle or horn (approved by USCG) ap-
proved P.F.D. (should be wearing)
SAFETY NOTES
The Solo Skiff is only designed for one person