Launching - Glastron Boats User Manual

4. Do not trailer with your boat's convertible top up. It will
be severely damaged. Use a mooring cover properly
tied down for extended trips.
5. You are required by state and federal laws to equip
boat trailers with functional tail-lights and turn signals.
6. Some states require registration of boat trailers and
license plates. Check with the Department of Motor
Vehicles for regulations governing your particular state.

LAUNCHING

Pre-Launch Inspection Check-list
1. Inspect the hull and propeller for damage, excessive
dirt, or marine growth, which will affect the boats per-
formance as well as fuel efficiency.
2. Install the drain plug on boats that have been out of the
water after first checking to see all bilge water has
drained out. On boats already in the water, operate the
bilge pump until the water flow stops.
3. Check the oil level and battery water level.
4. Check that all required equipment is onboard.
5. Check that all engine drains or petcocks are closed on
I/O models.
6. Check fuel level. When inspecting or maintaining any
fuel system, absolutely NO SMOKING OR OPEN
FLAME.
7. If launching from a trailer, tilt the outboard or stern
drive up to the high tilt position to avoid damage during
the launch.
8. Before backing your boat down the launch ramp:
• Remove all tiedowns.
• Properly secure all loose gear.
• Inventory your safety equipment.
• Lock winch and trailer unit.
• Disconnect trailer wiring from towing vehicle to
trailer.
Launching Guidelines
NOTE:For more specific information, refer to your trailer
owner's manual.
Here are some tips to remember when putting your
Glastron boat in the water.
1. Have an individual at the launch ramp give you directions.
Back slowly down the ramp. If the trailer needs to be
maneuvered to the right, turn the towing vehicles steering
wheel to the left. If trailer movement to the left is required,
turn the steering wheel to the right. Always remember to
launch your boat at a right angle to the shoreline.
NOTE:If you do not have experience in backing-up with a
trailer, practice . Take your trailer to an open area and
master using it before you get into a confined public or pri-
vate launch site.
2. When the boat's transom is in several inches of water,
STOP the towing vehicle, leave it in gear, turn OFF the
engine, and set the hand brake.
3. Do not unclasp the winch cable from the bow eye until
a mooring line has been secured.
NOTE:See the Mooring Lines information that follows this
portion for suggested securing procedures.
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