| Safety information |
tercraft to avoid accidental starting or unau- | boating laws also require that the fire extin- |
thorized use by children or others. | guisher be approved by the USCG. |
●Scan carefully for swimmers and stay away from swimming areas. Swimmers are hard to see and you could accidentally hit some- one in the water.
●Avoid being hit by another boat. You should always take the responsibility to watch for traffic; other boaters may not be watching for you. If they do not see you, or if you ma- neuver more quickly than other boaters ex- pect, you risk a collision.
●Maintain a safe distance from other boats and watercraft, and also watch for ski ropes or fishing lines. Obey the “Rules of the Road” and be sure to check behind you be- fore making a turn. (See “Rules of the Road” on page 17.)
●According to the USCG, boats under 6.1 m (20 ft) in length like your watercraft must carry a fire extinguisher of a
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