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DO NOT wrap ski lines or mooring lines around any body part which may
become entangled in the line if you fall overboard and the craft is moving.
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Keep track of ski lines and dock lines so they do not become entangled in
the propeller.
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DO NOT use boarding platform with the engine running.
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DO NOT “teak surf,” or “kite fly.”
CROWNLINE boats are not designed for the towing of Para-sails,
Kites, Gliders or any other device that is designed to become airborne
when towed behind a boat.
SAFETY RECOMMENDATIONS
As the owner of your new CROWNLINE boat, you are responsible for the safety
of both yourself and your passengers. It is your responsibility to know and
follow all safety recommendations.
1. Keep your craft and equipment in safe operating condition. Make a practice of
regularly inspecting the hull, engine, safety equipment and all boating gear.
IMPORTANT:
Inspections before going out and on return are a good idea.
2. Follow the safety procedures for refueling your craft.
3. Know the fuel tank capacity and average fuel consumption at frequently used
RPMs. Make sure sufficient fuel is on-board for anticipated cruising
requirements. And, keep an adequate reserve of fuel in case your plans
change due to weather or other circumstances.
4. Make sure the required lifesaving and fire extinguishing equipment is
on-board, clearly marked, accessible and in working condition. Make sure all
passengers know the location and proper operation of this equipment.
5. Be aware of the weather. Check the latest weather reports for possible
changing conditions prior to departure. Strong winds and thunderstorms are
dangerous.
6. Keep up-to-date charts on-board.
7. Always leave a travel plan with someone onshore before you go out (use a
copy of the Travel Log located in Section 1).
8. On the water, good judgment and courtesy should be used at all times.
9. In case of emergency, at least one other person should know the basic
operation of your craft.
10. DO NOT allow passengers to ride on sundecks, swim platforms or on the
sundeck/motor cover areas, outside the cockpit area, while the craft is under
way. Aft facing seating areas, outside of the cockpit, are intended to be used
only when the engine is off and conditions allow safe occupancy. Never dive
from a boat and extended swim platforms.
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