21.3 - Engine starting check list
Before starting the engine, make sure that the po
that the engine cooling water intake is submerged.
Electronic engines have 2 stages in the ignition key, the first stage tests the alarm system for:
Temperature, low oil level and water pressure. The sec
trigger the second stage only after the alarm test ha
Make sure that the control lever is in the NEUTRAL
Make sure that the emergency switch device is
forget to attach the lanyard to your wrist).
Check engine temperature.
Check the water circulation on the engine.
Check the oil level of the drive.
Check the oil and fuel level.
Check the coolant level of the cooling system. (Applicable to
Note
: For further details on operation, periodic servicing and maintenance of the engine refer to the
engine manufacturer's manual.
22 – Onboard safety
Rule number 1
: never, ever
that.
Onboard safety rules must be non
be clear and direct in the orders, especially with children, who are not much aware of the risks of
navigation.
Helping anyone who is in danger in the water is a must. But towing another boat, may not be a good
Idea. If it is necessary, stay close to the boat which is having
to do something you don't know, because
If you are forced to tow another boat, remember that y
space to stop. Therefore drive at low speeds and with great caution.
It is mandatory to have at least one lifejacket for each
they should be kept in easy access place. And all passengers should know where to find them.
Never exceed the passenger capacity of your boat.
It is not a bad idea to have small children wearing lifejackets a
falling into the water. And not every child can swim or float.
Those with small children or pets on board should consider putting a safety net in the boat's railing. It
prevents small beings from slipping and involu
Always have an adult in charge of the children, all the time, especially when the boat is in motion.
Respect your boat's navigation limits. A boat for protected waters should never venture itself into
open ocean.
Don't carry passengers in the
fall into the water.
Every boat is required to have safety equipment on board, as required by the local authorities, in
quantity corresponding to its size and navigation categ
If someone accidentally falls into the water, do not lose sight of him or have someone look at him or
her all the time. This will help a lot in the rescue, since the human body is restricted to a simple head
out of water.
No matter how hot it may be,
Remember that when diving with air cylinders you should always have someone else diving with
you! Also, always signal where you are diving, so the other boats do not pass by.
Never get too close to beaches (the
someone. And be very careful with swimmers, not letting anyone in the water get close to the moving
boat. Remember: propellers are like sharp blades. Therefore, always switch off the engines wh
people are in the water.
Fires are more frequent (and harmful) on boats than wrecks!
anything that can lead to fire should be avoided. Be very careful, therefore, with barbecues on board.
Owner’s Manual – Small boats up to 10ft
check list
Before starting the engine, make sure that the power trim is all the way down, that is, thus ensuring
that the engine cooling water intake is submerged.
Electronic engines have 2 stages in the ignition key, the first stage tests the alarm system for:
Temperature, low oil level and water pressure. The second stage triggers the ignition. You should
age only after the alarm test has finished.
Make sure that the control lever is in the NEUTRAL position; otherwise the motor will not start.
Make sure that the emergency switch device is attached; otherwise the motor will not start. (Do not
forget to attach the lanyard to your wrist).
Check the water circulation on the engine.
Check the oil level of the drive.
he cooling system. (Applicable to stern drive engines)
: For further details on operation, periodic servicing and maintenance of the engine refer to the
never, ever, drive or let someone drive your FLEXBOAT without being prepared for
Onboard safety rules must be non-negotiable. So exercise your power as a "vessel commander" and
be clear and direct in the orders, especially with children, who are not much aware of the risks of
Helping anyone who is in danger in the water is a must. But towing another boat, may not be a good
Idea. If it is necessary, stay close to the boat which is having problems until help arrives, but don't try
to do something you don't know, because the result can be even worse.
If you are forced to tow another boat, remember that you and the other boat
space to stop. Therefore drive at low speeds and with great caution.
It is mandatory to have at least one lifejacket for each passenger. Even if you don't wear it all times
they should be kept in easy access place. And all passengers should know where to find them.
Never exceed the passenger capacity of your boat.
It is not a bad idea to have small children wearing lifejackets all the time, there is always the risk of
falling into the water. And not every child can swim or float.
Those with small children or pets on board should consider putting a safety net in the boat's railing. It
prevents small beings from slipping and involuntarily passing beneath it.
Always have an adult in charge of the children, all the time, especially when the boat is in motion.
Respect your boat's navigation limits. A boat for protected waters should never venture itself into
ssengers in the sun pad when boating. A Sharp turn or acceleration can make them
Every boat is required to have safety equipment on board, as required by the local authorities, in
quantity corresponding to its size and navigation category.
If someone accidentally falls into the water, do not lose sight of him or have someone look at him or
her all the time. This will help a lot in the rescue, since the human body is restricted to a simple head
No matter how hot it may be, leave alcoholic beverages off any boat trip.
Remember that when diving with air cylinders you should always have someone else diving with
you! Also, always signal where you are diving, so the other boats do not pass by.
close to beaches (the limit is 660 feet (200 meters)), except to embark or disembark
someone. And be very careful with swimmers, not letting anyone in the water get close to the moving
boat. Remember: propellers are like sharp blades. Therefore, always switch off the engines wh
Fires are more frequent (and harmful) on boats than wrecks! They are the # 1 threat on board and
anything that can lead to fire should be avoided. Be very careful, therefore, with barbecues on board.
Small boats up to 10ft
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wer trim is all the way down, that is, thus ensuring
Electronic engines have 2 stages in the ignition key, the first stage tests the alarm system for:
ond stage triggers the ignition. You should
the motor will not start.
otherwise the motor will not start. (Do not
engines)
: For further details on operation, periodic servicing and maintenance of the engine refer to the
eone drive your FLEXBOAT without being prepared for
negotiable. So exercise your power as a "vessel commander" and
be clear and direct in the orders, especially with children, who are not much aware of the risks of
Helping anyone who is in danger in the water is a must. But towing another boat, may not be a good
until help arrives, but don't try
u and the other boat will need twice as much
passenger. Even if you don't wear it all times
they should be kept in easy access place. And all passengers should know where to find them.
ll the time, there is always the risk of
Those with small children or pets on board should consider putting a safety net in the boat's railing. It
Always have an adult in charge of the children, all the time, especially when the boat is in motion.
Respect your boat's navigation limits. A boat for protected waters should never venture itself into
when boating. A Sharp turn or acceleration can make them
Every boat is required to have safety equipment on board, as required by the local authorities, in
If someone accidentally falls into the water, do not lose sight of him or have someone look at him or
her all the time. This will help a lot in the rescue, since the human body is restricted to a simple head
Remember that when diving with air cylinders you should always have someone else diving with
you! Also, always signal where you are diving, so the other boats do not pass by.
limit is 660 feet (200 meters)), except to embark or disembark
someone. And be very careful with swimmers, not letting anyone in the water get close to the moving
boat. Remember: propellers are like sharp blades. Therefore, always switch off the engines when
They are the # 1 threat on board and
anything that can lead to fire should be avoided. Be very careful, therefore, with barbecues on board.
