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D. Jet Nozzle & Intake Grates
AVOID SEVERE INJURY OR DEATH
Do not swim near boat, board from rear or use
swim platform if engine (s) is running.
Water and/or debris exiting the jet nozzle can
cause severe injury including internal injuries
if water is forced into body cavities. (rectum or
vagina)
Keep people, clothing and hair away from in-
take grates to avoid entanglement or drowning.
Jet Nozzle Warning Label
NOTICE
Although the boat requires only 30 cm (1 ft)
of water to float, the engine should be started
with at least 90 cm (3 ft) of water below the
hull. If the depth of water is less than 90cm (3
ft) and the engines are running, the impeller
is turning and debris can be drawn from the
bottom and damage the propulsion system.
Shut off motor when near swimmers. Severe
injury or death will result from contact with wa-
ter and/or debris from the jet nozzle. Possible
entanglement or drowning will occur should
there be contact with intake grates.
When pulling skiers do not turn on the
engine(s) until you are at least a boat length
away from the person in the water. When ap-
proaching a downed skier, turn off the engine(s)
at least one boat length away before reaching
the skier in the water.
E. First Aid
As a boater, you should be familiar with the basic first
aid procedures that may be needed while you are
out far from help. Fish hook accidents or minor cuts
and abrasions may be the most serious mishaps on
board a boat but you should also learn the proper
procedures and be ready to deal with the truly serious
problems like mouth-to-mouth resuscitation, excessive
bleeding, hypothermia, and burns. First aid literature
Boating Safety & Information - Section A
and courses are available through most Red Cross
chapters.
F. Operation By Minors
Minors should always be supervised by an adult
whenever operating a boat. Many states have laws re-
garding the minimum age and licensing requirements
of minors. Be sure to check local laws or contact the
state boating authorities for information.
G. Voluntary Inspections
State boating officials in many states or the US Coast
Guard Auxiliaries offer courtesy inspections to check
out your craft. They will check for compliance with
safety standards and required safety equipment. You
may voluntarily consent to one of these inspections,
and you are allowed to make corrections without
prosecution. Check with the appropriate state agency
or the Coast Guard Auxiliary for details.
H. Safe Boating Courses
The local US Coast Guard Auxiliary and the US
Power Squadrons offer comprehensive safe boating
classes several times a year. You may contact the
Boat U.S. website at www.boatus.com/courseline for
a course scheduled in your area. Also contact the US
Coast Guard Auxiliary or Power Squadron Flotilla for
the time and place of their next scheduled class.
A - 13 WATER SPORTS
PERSONAL INJURY
Scarab jet boats are not designed for and
should not be used for pulling parasails, kites,
gliders or any device which can become
airborne. Use boat only for appropriate water
sports. (See Section A - 2 for actual warning
label).
Water skiing, wakeboarding, kneeboarding, or riding
a towed, inflatable apparatus are some of the more
popular water sports. Taking part in any water sport
requires increased safety awareness by the partici-
pant and the boat operator. If you have never pulled
someone behind your boat before, it is a good idea to
spend some hours as an observer, working with and
learning from an experienced driver. It is also impor-
tant to be aware of the skill and experience of the
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