Watersports Safety Code; Watersports Responsibility Code - Supra SL Owner's Manual

Watersports Responsibility Code

Be aware that there are elements of risk in boating, skiing, and riding
that common sense and personal awareness can help reduce. Know
your ability level and stay within it.
To increase your enjoyment of the sport follow the "Watersports
Responsibility Code".
It is your responsibility to:
• Familiarize yourself with all applicable laws, the risks inherent in the
sport, and the proper use of equipment.
• Know the waterways where you will be skiing or riding. Do not ski or
ride in shallow water, near shore, docks, pilings, swimmers, or other
watercraft.
• Always have a person other than the boat driver as an observer and
agree on hand signals before starting.
• Always wear a U.S. Coast Guard type III (PFD) vest.
• Read your owner's manual and inspect your equipment prior to use.
• Ski or ride within your limits. Always ski or ride in control and at speeds
appropriate for you ability.
• Always turn ignition off when anyone is near watercraft power drive
unit.
• Carbon Monoxide (CO) poisoning from engine exhaust may cause
injury or death. Never "Platform Drag" or touch a swim platform while
the engine is running.
• Do not operate watercraft, ski or ride under the influence of alcohol
or drugs.
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Watersports Safety Code

Before you get in the water: Skiing or riding instruction is recommended
before use. Instruction will teach general safety guidelines and proper
skiing or riding techniques, which may reduce your risk of injury. For more
information on skiing or riding schools, contact your dealer, Association,
or local ski club.
• Know the federal, state and local laws that apply to your area.
• If you are not familiar with a waterway, ask someone who is, to tell you about
any hidden dangers or things to avoid
• Whether you plan to be in a watercraft, or skiing/riding behind one it is
important you are wearing a properly fitted life jacket (PFD) approved by
your country's agency, USCG Type III, ISO, etc.
• Inspect all equipment prior to each use, check bindings, fins, tube,
attachment, tow rope and flotation device. Do not use if damaged.
Watercraft Safety: A knowledgeable and responsible driver is the most
important safety device on any watercraft.
• Never operate a watercraft, ski or ride under the influence of alcohol or drugs.
• Only use water ballast and people for additional weight.
• Never exceed the passenger or weight limitations of the watercraft.
• Never allow passengers to hang outside the watercraft or towed device or sit
on the gunwales or anywhere outside of the normal seating area.
• Never allow water to overflow the bow or gunwales of the watercraft.
• Uneven weight distribution or additional weight may; affect the handling
of the watercraft.
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