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Table of Contents
Safe Boating Recommendations.......................................... 26
Carbon Monoxide Exposure................................................. 27
Be Alert To Carbon Monoxide Poisoning ..................... 27
Stay Clear of Exhaust Areas ........................................ 27
Good Ventilation .......................................................... 27
Poor Ventilation ........................................................... 28
Important Operation Information........................................... 28
Launching...................................................................... 28
Duty Cycle Rating Requirements................................... 28
High-Output Rating........................................................ 28
Operation Chart............................................................. 29
Freezing Temperature and Cold Weather Operation.... 29
Drain Plug and Bilge Pump............................................ 30
Starting, Shifting, and Stopping............................................ 30
Before Starting the Engine............................................. 30
Important Information-SmartStart................................ 30
Starting a Cold Engine................................................... 30
Engine Warm Up........................................................... 31
Starting a Warm Engine ................................................ 31
Shifting........................................................................... 31
Engine Shut Down (Stopping)....................................... 31
Protecting People in the Water............................................. 32
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Section 3 - On the Water
While Boat is in Operation ............................................ 32
While the Boat is Stationary ......................................... 32
High-Speed and High-Performance..................................... 32
Passenger Safety In Pontoon Boats And Deck Boats.......... 32
Boats Having An Open Front Deck .............................. 32
Boats With Front-Mounted, Raised Pedestal Fishing
Seats ............................................................................ 33
Wave and Wake Jumping..................................................... 33
Impact With Underwater Hazards......................................... 33
Conditions Affecting Operation............................................. 34
Weight Distribution (Passengers and Gear) Inside the
Boat............................................................................... 34
Bottom of Boat............................................................... 34
Elevation and Climate.................................................... 34
Propeller Selection......................................................... 35
Getting Started..................................................................... 35
Initial Break-In Procedure.............................................. 35
Engine Break-In............................................................. 35
20-Hour Break-In Period ....................................... 35
After the 20-Hour Break-In Period ......................... 35
End of First Season Checkup........................................ 36
Section 3 - On the Water
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