Mercury Marine 899846001 manual General Information, Boaters Responsibilities

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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.

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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.

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Contents Warranty Message Heavy Duty 380, 430HIN Table of Contents Cleaning Procedure Deflating Folding Instructions 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 CoveredDisclaimers and Limitations 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 MovingGeneral Information Specifications Models with PVC FabricModels with Hypalon Fabric 530Manufacturers Plate Wind Force and Wave HeightPowered Boat Rating Back View Boat ComponentsComponent Location ‑ PVC Models Front ViewTransom View Side ViewComponent Location ‑ Hypalon Models Model 380 shown Transporting Trailering BoatFloorboard Installation Models with Wood Floors OperationSlide the rear floorboard No.5 under the transom retainer. b Side joiners Floorboard Installation Models with Aluminium Floors Six board model Slide the rear floorboard under the transom retainers. b 24122 Inflating Closed position Valve capOverpressure Security Valve ‑ Hypalon Models Outboard Power Pre‑Operating Check ListLoading Slide Drain Valve Operation Drain Valve OperationPlug Drain Valve Operation Air Chamber Deflates Accidently TowingBeaching Cleaning Procedure MaintenanceDeflating Folding Instructions 23508 Repairs Air Chamber Repair ‑ Hypalon FabricONE Part Glue Emergency Repairs only Air Chamber Repair ‑ PVC FabricTWO Part Adhesive Repairs Repairs Storage Storage PreparationParts And Accessories Inquiries Owners Service AssistanceService Assistance Service Away From Home