Safety Information; Limitations On Who May Operate The Boat - Yamaha AR190 2012 Owner's/Operator's Manual

Safety information

The safe use and operation of this boat is
dependent upon the use of proper operat-
ing techniques, as well as upon the com-
mon sense, good judgment, and expertise
of the operator. Every operator should
know the following requirements before
operating the boat.
Before operating the boat, read the own-
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er's/operator's manual, the Operation In-
struction card, and all labels on the boat.
Also, watch the Basic Orientation Video
provided with your boat. These materials
should give you an understanding of the
boat and its operation.
Never allow anyone to operate this boat un-
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til they too have read this owner's/opera-
tor's manual, the Operation Instruction
card, and all labels, and, if possible,
watched the Basic Orientation Video.
Showing them the video may help reinforce
the information contained in these materi-
als.
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Limitations on who may
operate the boat
Yamaha recommends a minimum operator
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age of 16 years old.
Adults must supervise use by minors.
Know the operator age and training require-
ments for your state. A boating safety
course is recommended and may be re-
quired in your state. You can find local rules
by contacting the United States Coast
Guard (USCG), the National Association of
State Boating Law Administrators, or your
local Power Squadron.
This boat is designed to carry the operator,
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up to 7 passengers, and cargo. Never ex-
ceed the maximum load limit or allow more
than 8 persons (or 7 persons if a water-skier
is being pulled) to ride in the boat at any
time. Weight distribution affects perfor-
mance. Keep weight in the boat low and
evenly distributed from side-to-side and
bow-to-stern. Remove any unnecessary
cargo and store it on shore.
Maximum load:
Total weight of cargo, operator, and
passengers:
562 kg (1240 lb)
Total weight of operator and passen-
gers:
526 kg (1160 lb)