Always remember that the majority of water skiing injuries are the result of impacts with other objects. Always look where you are going and be aware of what is going on around you. Teak/Drag Surfing READ, UNDERSTAND and be FAMILIAR with the information contained on warning labels and adhere to the boat operation practices described on them. The United States Coast Guard issued a SAFETY ALERT on August 28, 2001 that covers some of the issues of improper use of the boarding platform. The SAFETY A

Bow Features of Your Nautique The open bow section of your boat has removable cushions. The center section may be equipped with an optional cushion which can be removed and stored in the trunk or under the observer’s seat. The cushion on the starboard side of the bow section can be removed to access the insulated cooler. Storage can be accessed by removing the other cushions. 4-36 Controls and Indicators Driver’s Seat Adjustment The driver’s seat can be adjusted fore and aft and rotates side-to

Safety labels must be legible. If you suspect a label is missing or one becomes damaged, contact your Nautique dealer for immediate replacement. Tow Pylon Engine Inside Box and on Fuel Tank Water Strainer Fuel Fill Throttle Control Transom Warning Cross Member/Boarding Platform Engine CORC010 CORC092 WARNING! BEFORE OPERATING ENGINE, INSPECT FOR LEAKAGE If leakage is present, do not operate engine! CORC006 CORC008 CORC091 CORC216 CORC007 CORC004 Boating Safety Naut Air Sec 1_2008.qxd:Naut Air Se

You are subject to marine traffic laws and "Rules of the Road" for both federal and state waterways; you must stop if signaled to do so by enforcement officers, and permit to be boarded if asked. There are many pamphlets, prepared by the USCG, available to you. These pamphlets explain "Rules of the Road," signal lights, buoys, safety, international and inland regulations and much more than is presented in the manual. For more information, contact your local USCG Unit or call the Coast Guard Cust

Horn The horn button is a momentary switch. The horn will operate whenever the button is pressed and will stop when the button is released. 4-15 Section 4 12 Volt Port This receptacle can be used to power and charge cellular phones, MP3 players, video cameras or other electronics. These receptacles are powered through a 10 amp breaker. Ignition and Switch Panel NOTICECORC137 START12V Some of the switches on your boat may not have a function, based CAUTION The keypad and switch control box will b

The speedometer is calibrated at the factory however, significant variations can occur due to changes in installations. The speedometer can be easily calibrated to a known reference such as a radar gun, measured course, or GPS. When the unit is in digital speed display mode, push and release M to put the speedometer in the calibration mode. Push and hold M down for at least two seconds, the LCD will show “AdJUST.” Calibration Display CORC117 Run the boat at a constant 30 MPH as measured by the G

! Approach a dock slowly and use caution. Plan your maneuvers ahead of time. Allow wind and current movement to help maneuver your boat. Come to a stop a short distance from the dock, then proceed slowly. • Have your fenders and mooring lines ready. • Observe how the wind and current are moving your boat. Approach the dock with the boat pointed into the wind, if possible. • If possible, throw a line to a person on the dock and have that person secure a bow line. If no one is on the dock, maneuve

Most accidents can be avoided if the operator is completely familiar with the boat, its operation and can recognize potentially hazardous situations. In addition to everyday safety, failure to observe the safety recommendations may result in severe personal injury or death to you or to others. Use caution and common sense when operating your boat. Do not take unnecessary chances! Remember that at least three people are needed for safely towing watersport participants. Failure to adhere to these

UNIFORM STATE WATERWAY MARKING SYSTEM (USWMS) CONTROLLED DANGER BOATS INFORMATION AREA KEEP OUT DO NOT PASS BETWEEN SHORE AND BUOY SPECIAL PURPOSE NAVIGATE TO STARBOARD FACING UPSTREAM NAVIGATE TO PORT FACING UPSTREAM NAVIGATE TO NAVIGATE TO MID-CHANNEL SOUTH OR WEST NORTH OR EAST KC-0411C Uniform State Waterway Marking System (USWMS) FWMS System The FWMS Lateral System is for use on navigable waters except Western Rivers and Intercoastal Waterways. The markings on these buoys are oriented from

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