Rendering Assistance; Vessel Maintenance; Load Capacity - Chris-Craft Lancer 20 Owner's Manual

Safety and Operations
If you need further information regarding accident reporting, please call:
It is the owner/operator's responsibility to determine the regulations in effect in areas outside the United
States.

Rendering Assistance

The master or person in charge of a vessel is obligated by law to provide assistance that can be safely pro-
vided to any individual or vessel in distress, as long as his vessel is not endangered in the process. The
master or person in charge is subject to a fine and/or imprisonment for failure to do so (CFR Title 46).

Vessel Maintenance

As the owner/operator, you are responsible for keeping your vessel in a safe operating condition. Regularly
scheduled maintenance is mandatory for this to occur.

Load Capacity

Loading and capacity refers to the weight of:
• People
• Fuel
• Gear
• Any item carried aboard the boat.
When loading the boat keep the following in mind:
• Overloading violates existing regulations. NEVER carry more weight than authorized for the class of boat.
• Improper loading and/or distribution of weight is a significant cause of accidents.
Capacity limits and weight distribution apply to moderate weather conditions. If the weather changes and
seas become rough, the load distribution of the boat will affect its handling characteristics.
For additional information on load capacities and weight distribution, refer to a good boating course and/or
the U.S. Coast Guard.
As the owner/operator, you are responsible for the safe loading and weight distribution of
your boat.
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United States Coast Guard Boating Safety Hotline
800-368-5647
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