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ENERAL
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NFORMATION
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P
ROTECTING
P
EOPLE
IN
THE
W
ATER
W
HILE
Y
OU
A
RE
C
RUISING
It is very difficult for a person in the water to take quick action to
avoid a boat heading in their direction, even at slow speeds.
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Always slow down and exercise extreme caution any time you are
boating in an area where there might be people in the water.
Whenever a boat is moving (even coasting) and the gear shift is in
neutral, there is sufficient force by the water on the propeller to
cause the propeller to rotate. This neutral propeller rotation can
cause serious injury.
W
HILE
B
OAT
I
S
S
TATIONARY
!
WARNING
A spinning propeller, a moving boat, or any solid device attached
to the boat can cause serious injury or death to swimmers. Stop
the engine immediately whenever anyone in the water is near
your boat.
Shift into neutral and shut off the engine before allowing people to
swim or be in the water near your boat.
E
XHAUST
E
MISSIONS
B
E
A
LERT
T
O
C
ARBON
M
ONOXIDE
P
OISONING
Carbon monoxide (CO) is a deadly gas that is present in the
exhaust fumes of all internal combustion engines, including the
engines that propel boats, and the generators that power boat
accessories. By itself, CO is odorless, colorless, and tasteless, but if
you can smell or taste engine exhaust, you are inhaling CO.
Early symptoms of carbon monoxide poisoning, which are similar to
the symptoms of seasickness and intoxication, include headache,
dizziness, drowsiness, and nausea.
!
WARNING
Inhaling engine exhaust gases can result in carbon monoxide
poisoning, which can lead to unconsciousness, brain damage, or
death. Avoid exposure to carbon monoxide.
Stay clear from exhaust areas when engine is running. Keep the
boat well‑ventilated while at rest or underway.
S
TAY
C
LEAR
OF
E
XHAUST
A
REAS
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