Limitations On Who May Operate The Jet Boat - Yamaha LS2000 Owner's Manual

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AFETY
SAFETY
INFORMATION
WARNING
SEVERE INJURY OR DEATH MAY
RESULT IF YOU IGNORE ANY OF
THE FOLLOWING SAFETY INFOR-
MATION.
● Before operating the Jet Boat, read
this entire manual, the Operation
Instruction card, and all warning
labels on the Jet Boat. Also view the
Basic Orientation video tape. These
materials should give you an under-
standing of the boat and its opera-
tion.
Never allow anyone to operate this
Jet Boat until they too have read this
Owner's Manual, the Operation
Instruction card, all warning labels,
and, if possible, watch the video.
LIMITATIONS ON WHO MAY
OPERATE THE JET BOAT
● This boat is recommended only for
operators 16 and older with a valid
motor vehicle license.
Even though a motor vehicle opera-
tor's license is not required for Jet
Boat operation in most states, it is
one indicator that the operator has
previously demonstrated a reason-
able degree of maturity, responsibil-
ity, and good judgment.
A responsible adult must supervise
operation of this boat by minors.
Many states have minimum age and
I
NFORMATION
education requirements. Always
check state and local boating laws
before you operate the Jet Boat.
● The operator is responsible for the
safety of his or her passengers as
well as his or her own personal
safety.
● Your Jet Boat is designed to carry
the operator, up to six passengers,
and cargo, as long as the total
weight does not exceed the maxi-
mum load capacity. Never have
more than seven people on board.
Weight distribution affects perfor-
mance. Keep weight in the boat low
and evenly distributed. Remove any
unnecessary cargo and store it on
shore.
ATTENTION:
Maximum load capacity: 1300 lb
(591 kg)
Includes weight of operator, passen-
gers, and any cargo.
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