3 OPERATION

3)Make sure the boat is centered on the support rails and is headed straight for the bow stop (bumper board). Ease the boat forward until the bow rests against the bow stop.

NOTICE: The winch line is not designed to pull the boat onto the trailer.

4)Attach and tighten the winch line.

NOTICE: The winch line should not be the only line securing the bow during trailering. Use the chain along with the winch to secure the boat to the trailer.

5)Pull the trailer up the ramp out of the way of other boaters. Attach the bow and stern tie-downs. Reconnect the trailer lights.

6)Follow the Post-Operation Checks on page 3-27.

LIFTING

Do not attach lifting cables to the bow eye, cleats, water-ski tow eye, or grab handles. Serious damage to the boat can occur. Use only a sling designed specifically for lifting boats.

If you need to remove the boat from the water without a trailer, use these guidelines:

•Use a sling-type lifting mechanism designed for lifting boats. The sling should be covered with a protective material to prevent damage to the hull gelcoat.

•Use spreader bars to avoid side stress to the hull that may cause cracks in the gelcoat and fiber- glass.

•Attach guidelines to the bow eye and stern tie-down cleats to control movement of the boat during lifting.

•Remove all people and all cargo from the boat. Drain any excess water from the bilge using the bilge pump.

•Be sure all people are standing clear, then lift boat slowly and just far enough to verify that the boat is securely held and properly bal- anced. If necessary, lower the boat again and adjust the slings.

•When ready, lift the boat slowly and carefully.

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