Watersports Safety Code - Wow TOWABLE Owner's Manual

WARNING! SPOTTERS NOTICE:
• Always use a spotter (observer) in the boat to communicate the needs of the rider to the driver.
• The spotter must be the eyes of the driver and the rider, always alert to recognize possible danger so proper
action can be taken to avoid any risks to the rider.
• If the towable overturns, the boat/watercraft driver should not exceed 5 mph (8km/h) until the towable
is upright again.
• The spotter should hold up a safety flag cautioning all other boaters that riders are in the water.
WARNING! RIDERS NOTICE:
• Do not use this item as a personal flotation device.
• Do not exceed the manufacturers recommended number of riders for your this product.
• Use a tow rope of at least 1500 lbs. (680 kg.) average tensile strength for pulling a single person, 2375 lbs.
(1077 kg.) average tensile strength for pulling two people, 3350 lbs. (1520 kg.) average tensile strength for pulling
three people, 4100 lbs. (1859 kg.) average tensile strength for pulling four people, and 6100 lbs. (2766 kg.) aver
age tensile strength for pulling 5 or 6 people on an inflatable tube. The tow rope should be at least 50 feet (15.24
meters) in length but not exceed 65 feet (19.81 meters).
• Only use this product with a responsible boat/watercraft operator who knows how to effectively operate
the equipment.
• This product should be used in water only. Do not launch from dock or land.
• This product is functions best when being used in smooth calm water when being towed.
• Do not use near piling, docks, shores or shallow water or other obstructions that could cause
serious injury to the rider.
• Carefully read this manual to instruct yourself the rider the proper way to attach rope and operate the towable.
• DO NOT strap or attach arms or legs to cover or tube. Never place hands or feet in between the tube and cover.
• When attempting to do stunts, aerial tricks or jumps increases the risk of being seriously injured. Do not try tricks
that abover your skill level and learning curve. Use good common sense to prevent serious injury at all times.
• DO NOT tow more than one tube.
• This item has no braking or steering mechanism and can develop high speeds under certain towing conditions.
Use at your own risk!
• This product is not a life saving device.
• Take necessary breaks when you are tired.
• Never get near the propeller with the engine running, even if it is in neutral.
• Store the leashes in the leash lockers when not in use.
WATERSPORTS RESPONSIBILITY CODE
Be aware that there are risks in boating and Watersports that good judgment and personal awareness can
help reduce. To increase your enjoyment of Watersports, follow the ten elements of the Code.
In Watersports it is your responsibility to:
• ALWAYS familiarize yourself with applicable laws, waterways, and inherent risks
• ALWAYS have a capable observer in addition to driver, and agreed on hand signals
• ALWAYS wear a properly fitted life jacket approved by your country's agency
• ALWAYS read user's manual and inspect equipment before use
• ALWAYS ski and ride under control, at proper speeds, and within your limits
• ALWAYS turn ignition off when anyone is near watercraft power drive unit
• ALWAYS stay clear of engine exhaust to avoid Carbon Monoxide poisoning
• NEVER "Platform Drag" or touch swim platform while the engine is running
• NEVER ski or ride near swimmers, shallow water, other boats, or obstacles
• NEVER operate watercraft, ski, or ride under the influence of alcohol or drugs

WATERSPORTS SAFETY CODE:

Before you get in the water: Skiing or riding instruction is recommended before use. Instruction will teach general
safety guidelines and proper skiing or riding techniques, which may reduce your risk of injury. For more information
on skiing or riding schools, contact your dealer, Association, or local ski club.
• Know the federal, state and local laws that apply to your area.
• If you are not familiar with a waterway, ask someone who is, to tell you about any hidden
dangers or things to avoid.
• Whether you plan to be in a watercraft, or skiing/riding behind one it is important you are wearing a
properly fitted life jacket (PFD) approved by your country's agency, USCG Type III, ISO, etc.
• Inspect all equipment prior to each use, check bindings, fins, tube, attachment, tow rope and flotation device.
Do not use if damaged.
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Watercraft Safety: A knowledgeable and responsible driver is the most important safety device on any watercraft.
• Never operate a watercraft, ski or ride under the influence of alcohol or drugs.
• Only use water ballast and people for additional weight.
• Never exceed the passenger or weight limitations of the watercraft.
• Never allow passengers to hang outside the watercraft or towed device or sit on the gunwales or
anywhere outside of the normal seating area.
• Never allow water to overflow the bow or gunwales of the watercraft.
• Uneven weight distribution or additional weight may affect the handling of the watercraft.
Carbon Monoxide: The exhaust from the engine on a watercraft contains Carbon Monoxide (CO) which is a
colorless, odorless and poisonous gas. Excessive exposure to CO can cause severe injury or death. Follow this
advice to avoid injury.
• Never "Platform Drag" by holding onto the boarding platform or be dragged directly behind the watercraft.
This is where CO will be.
• Do not sit on the watercraft transom or boarding platform while the engine is running.
• Make sure the engine is properly tuned and running well. An improperly tuned engine produces excessive
exhaust and CO.
• If you smell engine exhaust do not stay in that position.
• Go to the United States Coast Guard's website: www.uscgboating.org for more information on how to help
protect yourself and others from the dangers of CO.
Tow Ropes: Tow ropes come in different lengths and strengths for different activities. Make sure any rope you
are using is suited for skiing or riding and that it is in good condition.
• Never use a rope that is frayed, knotted, unraveling or discolored from use or being left in the sun. If a rope
breaks while in use it can recoil at the skier/rider being towed or into the watercraft where it might strike
passengers. Replace tow ropes with any sign of damage.
• Never use a tow rope with elastic or bungee material to pull skiers or riders.
• Rope should be attached to the watercraft in an approved fashion with hardware designed for towing. Refer
to your Boat User's manual for instructions on proper tow rope attachment for each watersports activity.
• Always keep people and tow ropes away from the propeller, even when idling.
• If a tow rope should become entangled in a propeller, shut off engine, remove the key and put it in your
pocket before retrieving the rope.
• Tow ropes should be neatly stowed in the boat when not in use.
Preparing to ski or ride: Always have a person other than the driver as an observer to look out for the skier/rider.
• Be sure the driver is aware of the experience and ability level of the skier/rider.
• The driver, observer and skier/ rider need to agree on hand signals before skiing or riding. Signals should
include READY, STOP, SPEED UP, and SLOW DOWN.
• Start the engine only after making sure that no one in the water is near the propeller.
• Turn the engine off when people are getting into or out of the watercraft, or in the water near the watercraft.
• Always make sure the tow rope is not wrapped around anyone's hands, arms, legs, or other parts of the body.
• Start the watercraft and move slowly to remove slack until the tow rope is tight.
• When the skier/rider signals READY and there is no traffic ahead, take off in a straight line. Adjust the speed
according to the signals given by the skier/rider.
Skiing or Riding: The watercraft and skier/rider should always maintain a sufficient distance from obstacles so a
skier/rider falling or coasting and/or watercraft will not encounter any obstacle.
• Do not use in shallow water or near shore, docks, pilings, swimmers, other watercraft, or any other obstacles.
• Use only on water.
• Never attempt land or dock starts. This will increase your risk of injury or death.
• Always wear a properly fitted life jacket (PFD) approved by your country's agency, USCG Type III, ISO, etc.
• The faster you ski or ride, the greater your risk of injury.
• Never make sharp turns that may cause a slingshot effect on the skier/rider's speed.
• Skier/Rider should be towed at an appropriate speed for their ability level.
Fallen skier or rider: Falling and injuries are common in skiing or riding.
• Circle a fallen skier/rider slowly to return the tow rope handle or pick up the fallen skier/rider.
• Put the watercraft in neutral when near a fallen skier/rider.
• Always keep the fallen skier/rider in view and on the driver's side of the watercraft.
• Display a red or orange skier-down flag to alert other vessels that a skier/rider is down.
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