Apparel; Operational Requirements - Yamaha EXCITER Owner's/Operator's Manual

APPAREL

● Because of the drowning hazards
associated with water sports, the
operator and passengers must
always wear a U.S. Coast Guard-
approved vest-type personal flotation
device (PFD). Be sure the PFD is
properly fitting and in good condition.
● You should consider wearing slip-
resistant deck shoes or water shoes
for more secure footing while boating.
● Waterskiers and others engaging in
water sports behind the boat must
wear a wetsuit. A wetsuit can help
protect against strong streams of
water from the jet nozzle or impact
from the water surface. These haz-
ards could cause severe injuries to
certain body orifices (rectum and
vagina).
● Depending upon operating condi-
tions, you may consider wearing a
wetsuit while boating. A wet suit can
help protect against hypothermia
(low body temperature) when there
is water spray coming into the boat,
particularly if you are operating in
cold water or air temperature.
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AFETY NFORMATION
● You might also consider gloves
designed for water sports to help
protect hands during operation, as
well as while launching and docking
your boat.
● You may want to consider eye pro-
tection. Water spray could get in
your eyes in some circumstances
which could affect your vision.

OPERATIONAL REQUIREMENTS

● Operating your Jet Boat requires
skills acquired only through practice
over a period of time. Take the time
to learn the basic operating tech-
niques well, before attempting more
difficult maneuvers. Your Jet Boat is
capable of truly exhilarating perfor-
mance. Don't push your boat to the
limits beyond your ability. The oper-
ator should have at least 10 hours
of experience with the boat before
any abrupt acceleration, sharp
turns, or operation at full speed.
● NEVER operate the boat after con-
suming alcohol or taking drugs.
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