Mercury Marine 899183001 manual General Information, Boaters Responsibilities

Page 10

GENERAL INFORMATION

Boater's Responsibilities

The operator (driver) is responsible for the correct and safe operation of the boat and safety of its occupants and general public. It is strongly recommended that each operator (driver) read and understand this entire manual before operating the boat.

Be sure at least one additional person on board is instructed in the basics of starting and operating the outboard and boat handling in case the driver is unable to operate the boat.

Before Operating Your Boat

Read and understand this manual carefully. Learn how to operate your boat properly. If you have any questions, contact your dealer.

Safety and operating information that is practiced, along with using good common sense, can help prevent personal injury and product damage.

This manual uses the following safety alerts to draw your attention to special safety instructions that should be followed.

!

WARNING

WARNING—indicates a potentially hazardous situation that, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.

!DANGER

DANGER—indicates an imminently hazardous situation that, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury.

!CAUTION

CAUTION—indicates a potentially hazardous situation that, if not avoided, may result in minor or moderate injury or property damage. It may also be used to alert against unsafe practices.

6

Page 9 Page 11
Image 10
Page 9 Page 11
Contents Warranty Message Sport 240, 270, 310HIN Table of Contents Repairs Transfer of Warranty Warranty InformationWarranty Registration United States and Canada What is Covered Duration of Coverage What Mercury will doHOW to Obtain Warranty Coverage What is not CoveredWarranty Information Boaters Responsibilities General InformationBefore Operating Your Boat Lanyard Stop Switch General Information Protecting People In The Water While YOU are CruisingWave And Wake Jumping While Boat is StationaryImpact With Underwater Hazards Exhaust Emissions Be Alert to Carbon Monoxide PoisoningGood Ventilation Poor VentilationSafe Boating Suggestions While Boat is MovingSpecifications PVC Manufacturers Plate Wind Force and Wave HeightISO 6185 Part Categories Back View Boat ComponentsComponents Location Front ViewTransom View Side ViewTransporting Trailering BoatFloorboard Installation OperationFive board models Slide the rear floorboard No or 5 under the transom retainer 10139 Inflating Assembly Outboard Power Pre‑Operating Check ListOperation Slide Drain Valve Operation Drain Valve OperationLoading Plug Drain Valve OperationAir Chamber Deflates Accidently TowingBeaching Cleaning Procedure MaintenanceDeflating Folding Instructions 18168 Repairs Air Chamber Repair ‑ PVC FabricONE Part Glue Emergency Repairs only TWO Part AdhesiveStorage Storage PreparationParts And Accessories Inquiries Owners Service AssistanceService Assistance Service Away From Home
Top Page Image Contents