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Water Sports Safety
Riders are obligated to be as aware of the fundamental safety
rules as well as the boat operator. If you are new to towed water
sports, seek certified training before starting. You will find
it especially helpful to join a local ski club and USA Waterski
when possible.
Always remember that the majority of water sports injuries are
the result of impacts with other objects, so always look where
you are going and be aware of what is going on around you.
Failure to adhere to these warnings may result in severe injury
or death to you and/or others.
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Every skier must always wear a USCG-approved personal
flotation device.
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Maintain a distance of at least 100 feet from all other objects,
including other boats, piers, rafts, mooring and navigational
buoys, pilings, abutments, or any other items.
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Always have an experienced driver and observer in the boat
when skiing.
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Never ski in shallow water, close to shore, or in water where
you do not know the depth or what is beneath the surface.
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Never put your arm, head, or any other part of your body
through the handle-bridle of the ski line nor wrap the line
around any part of the body at any time.
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Never ski at night, or directly in front of other boats.
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Never jump from a boat that is moving at any speed, nor enter
or exit the water when the engine is running (ON).
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Make sure that everyone knows and uses approved skiing
hand signals and common skiing courtesy.
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Carbon Monoxide (CO) Safety
Carbon monoxide is a colorless, odorless and tasteless gas. It is
produced by gasoline engines and is a component of exhaust
fumes.
Shut off the engine when people are on the swim platform or
in the water around the rear of the boat.
Do not do any other activities which puts people in close
proximity of the transom when the engine is running.
For the most current information on carbon monoxide, you
may call, write or visit on-line any of the following:
United States Coast Guard
Office of Boating Safety (CG-5422)
2100 Second Street SW STOP 7581,
Washington, DC 20593-7581
1-800-368-5647 www.uscgboating.org
NMMA
National Marine Manufacturers Association
231 S. LaSalle St., Suite 2050, Chicago, IL 60604
312-946-6200 www.nmma.org
American Boat & Yacht Council, Inc.
613 Third St., Suite 10, Anapolis, MD 21403
410-956-4460 www.abycinc.org
Product Misuse
Misuse of the product or use of it in a manner for which it was
never intended can create dangerous situations. The driver and
passengers are responsible for using the product safely and as
intended. The driver must operate the boat in a manner that
ensures the safety of all passengers. If you or your passengers
are unsure about use of the product, about performing certain
boating maneuvers or are unsure about a particular water
activity, refer to this manual or contact a knowledgeable source
such as your local dealer, Skier's Choice, Inc., the US Coast Guard,
or your local boating authority.
© 2014 Skier's Choice, Inc.
© 2010 Skier's Choice, Inc.
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