Hazards And Warnings - Bonefish Bohemian 17 Owner's And Operator's Manual

expensive repairs may become necessary. Be sure to follow all instructions in the engine
operation manuals.
Weather Conditions
Weather conditions affect engine performance. Barometric pressure and humidity both influence
horsepower. A change of weather could cause a 10% loss in horsepower on a hot day.
Marine Growth
Maximum performance is obtained only when your hull bottom is clean. Marine growth on the
bottom of the boat will increase resistance and decrease speed. These conditions will also
increase fuel consumption.
Sea Conditions
Sea conditions vary a boat's performance greatly. You will need to slow down and operate the
boat more conservatively in higher seas.
Load and Load Distribution
A drastic change will be noticed when gear, equipment,
passengers and fuel are added to the boat. The smaller the
boat, the more drastic the change. This extra load and its
placement greatly affect performance and handling. Water
accumulation in the bilge and/or baitwells also impacts
This is Incorrect
demonstrates what we mean (forgive the colorful language – it's not our video):
https://www.facebook.com/BonefishBoatworks/videos/1596884063692576/?hc_ref=ARQD5Jzjsj
dNO_YLp4b1BkfC2xLJ4KnFQy1MK99PXN6nQOW412bFkcazFrOej_VUiOo&fref=nf. Trust us,
this can happen on your boat too. Water is not land and boats do not respond to weight the
same way a vehicle does. Don't think you "know" what to expect. Maintain a safe distance.
Practice operating your boat and take a safe boating or captain's course. They're worth the time
and money. They may save a life in addition to preserving your property.

HAZARDS AND WARNINGS

This manual includes several safety instructions to assure the safe operation and maintenance
of your boat. These instructions are in the form of DANGER, WARNING, CAUTION and LEGAL
statements. These hazard warnings shown below are used in this manual to alert you to
potentially dangerous situations that can lead to breaking the law, product damage, personal
injury and/or death. We urge you to observe these warnings and to comply with all safety
recommendations.
performance. Keep the bilge dry
and drain all wells when not in
use. To minimize the risk of a
slide or spin, you should always
distribute weight evenly side to
side and slightly more in the rear
than the front.
persons to sit in any area other
than those specifically designated
for seating, never let them stand
when the boat is underway and never exceed the maximum
weight printed on the capacity sticker located inside your boat. It
will cause the boat to become tippy and unresponsive. This video
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Never allow
The Bottom Figure is Correct