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When loading your boat give separate attention to the bow area. Excess and unevenly distributed weight in the
bow of the boat can create a water infl ux hazard, unstable steering conditions, and even loss of control. Driver
visibility can be reduced if the bow is overloaded or unevenly weighted.
NOTE: It is the captain's responsibility to ensure that his/her sight line is unobstructed.
Excess and improper loading of bow area forward of windshield may cause water infl ux, or bow swamping,
operating instability, and loss of control resulting in injury or death. Bow Capacity Limit - Refer to seating capac-
ities in this manual
Use good judgment when weighting your boat for any towed water sports. Educate yourself on the proper
responses for the differing and potentially unsafe conditions you could encounter. * An unbalanced or over-
weighted boat can be swamped with water from any direction.
Concentrating weight in a rear corner of the boat for wakesurfi ng puts the top of the deck closer to water level.
Backwash, large waves and choppy water are more likely to swamp the boat in this situation.
Proper Seating
Proper seating is an important element of boating safety. Proper seating consists of sitting with your buttocks
in full contact with a seat cushion within easy reach of a suitable handhold or grab rail anytime the boat is
underway. Handholds and grab rails should be used to secure oneself and prevent loss of balance. Do not sit in
locations not designed as a seat. For instance, do not sit on seat backs, do not sit on the sides or gunwale of the
boat, and do not sit on the sundeck while the boat is in motion. See examples below of proper sitting positions.
The driver must be aware of all
Passenger's locations and positions,
and passengers must stay alert to
changes in direction.
The boat is capable of
quick and tight turns. Such maneuvers
can cause unseated occupants to be
thrown around or out of the boat. Alert
passengers before changing direction.
Maximum Capacities
In compliance with United States Coast Guard Regulations, Supra
Boats meet or exceed all safety standards designed for recreational
boats. To ensure safe handling and performance, each Supra boat
displays a maximum capacity sticker (see sample), stating the
maximum total weight load allowable.
NOTICE: Refer to the Maximum Capacity Sticker on your boat for
allowable loading.
Do not exceed the maximum capacity of the boat.
Coast Guard Regulations
The United States Coast Guard boating regulations prescribe
minimum standards of safety to be met and maintained by all
watercraft. It is necessary that your boat remain in compliance
with these regulations.
The staff at Skier's Choice, Inc. recommend that all boat
operators complete a Coast Guard approved boating safety
course.
Contact Information: If you have
questions regarding the operation of
your boat, accessories or features; or
questions in regard to Boat Safety,
contact your dealer or Skier's Choice,
Inc. at 865-983-9924.
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