Kingfisher COASTAL Series, Руководство пользователя

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Starting your Engine
Consult your engine and control owner’s manuals for proper engine starting, break-in,
and shut-down procedures.
Learning to Operate Your Boat
Take it easy for the first little while until you know how your boat responds to the throttle,
turning and encountering waves. The transition zone between planing and displacement
speeds can be abrupt at times. Also, a boat’s sensitivity to steering, wave impact and
even wind at high speed can be unpredictable, because there is very little of the boat in
contact with the water’s surface to provide stability and control. Practice docking your
boat carefully a few times to get the feel of your boat.
Your Passengers
The operator is responsible for the safety of all passengers. All passengers must be
wearing an approved personal floatation device suitable for their weight. All passengers
should be familiar with the location and use of all emergency equipment on board.
Boarding the boat
Never attempt to board a boat while the engine is running, whether from the water or
from the shore or a dock. When boarding from a dock or the shore, ensure that the boat
is secured so that it cannot move away from you while you are boarding. Use a step if
necessary to board comfortably. When boarding from the water, use the swim platform
and ladder if the boat is equipped with those options. If the boat is not equipped with a
swim platform and / or dive ladder, we do not recommend entering the water from the
boat or attempting to board the boat from the water.
Stopping
We recommend that operators avoid stopping the boat abruptly because the boats wake
can catch up with the boat and lift the rear of the boat suddenly. Slow the boat down
gradually prior to stopping, and never use reverse gear as a brake.
Docking
Always enter marinas and dock areas at low speed ~ 5mph (8km/h) or as posted.
Approach the dock head-on, turning the steering wheel sharply as you come closer to
the dock, bringing the side of the boat you wish to dock on around to face the dock. Put
the boat into reverse gear and turn the wheel or tiller in the opposite direction to pull the
stern towards the dock, then put the boat in “Neutral”. The boat should drift sideways,
gently towards the dock. Practice this often, carefully and at low speeds. Take
advantage of any assistance you may be offered when docking.