Swim Platform; Water Sports - Regal LS4 Owner's Manual

Water Sports

Besides learning the safety precautions for safe
boating, as well as understanding and knowing
required rules and regulations you are obligated
to be particularly careful around other water
sportsman, such as scuba divers, water skiers,
wake boarders, and fi sherman.
When ever you see a "Diver Down"
fl ag maintain a distance of at least
100 feet on inland waters. In bays
and open waters stay 300 feet
away. The fl ag indicates a diver in
the water. If a diver is operating from your boat, be
certain to use this fl ag and post a lookout on board
to observe the diver's air bubbles.

Swim Platform

On all types of swim platforms you should make
periodic inspections of the swim ladder and
hardware that support the platform to ensure that
all connections and fi ttings are tight and in good
condition. Always insert ladder and secure in the
locked position before making headway!
Use heed when operating the boat in reverse to
insure that water does not accumulate excessively
on the platform or transom, especially in rough
seas or strong currents. If installed, do not exceed
the recommended maximum capacity label!
Typical label shown (varies by platform type/model.
WARNING
AVOID SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH!
DO NOT OPERATE THE BOAT
WITH PEOPLE IN THE WATER
ON TOP OR HOLDING ON TO
THE SWIM PLATFORM STRUCTURE.
Read and understand the warning label above
regarding "teak surfi ng."
Fishing
Most boaters fi sh from time to time. With the
propulsion systems of today it is possible to fi sh in
out-of-the-way places. When cruising, stay clear
of fi sherman. They may have lines or nets out which
might be cut or get caught in your propeller if you
come too close. Slow down when approaching
fi shing boats. Do not return to cruising speed until
the boats have been passed. If a fi shing boat should
be anchored, a large wake could fl ip or swamp the
boat, upset fi shing gear, pull the anchor loose from
the bottom or worse yet cause someone to fall
overboard.
When fi shing from your boat, never anchor in a
shipping channel or tie up to any navigational aid.
These must be kept clear of at all times. Be sure
to carry a local chart of the area to back up your
plotter and be on the lookout for shallow water and
hidden obstructions. Many times local conditions
change and there is a time lag on the plotter
chip until the next revision. Pick up a tidal chart if
appropriate so you do not end up grounded.
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