Boating Experience; Engine & Accessory Guidelines; Engine & Accessory Literature - Bayliner 212 Runabout Owner's Manual

Chapter 1: Welcome Aboard!

Boating Experience

CONTROL HAZARD!
A qualified operator MUST be in control of your boat at ALL times. Do NOT operate your boat
while under the influence of alcohol or drugs.
If this is your first boat or if you are changing to a type of boat you are not familiar with, for your own comfort and
safety, get handling and operating experience before assuming command of your boat.
Take one of the boating safety classes offered by the U.S. Power Squadrons or the U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary. For
more course information, including dates and locations of upcoming classes, contact the organizations directly:
• U.S. Power Squadrons: 1-888-FOR-USPS (1-888-367-8777) or on the Internet at: http://www.usps.org
• In Canada, for the CPS courses call 1-888-CPS-BOAT.
• U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary: 1-800-368-5647 or on the Internet at: http://www.cgaux.org
Outside the United States, your selling dealer, national sailing federation, or local boat club can advise you of local
sea schools or competent instructors.
Engine & Accessory Guidelines
When storing your boat, please refer to your engine's operation and maintenance manuals.
Certain modifications to your boat WILL result in cancellation of your warranty protection.
ALWAYS check with your dealer BEFORE making any modifications to your boat.
• Your boat's engine and accessories were selected to provide optimum performance and service.
• Installing a different engine or other accessories may cause unwanted handling characteristics.
• Should you choose to install a different engine or accessories that will affect your boat's running trim, have an
experienced marine technician perform a safety inspection and handling test before operating your boat again.
Engine & Accessory Literature
• The engine and accessories installed on your boat come with their own operation and maintenance manuals.
• Read these manuals before using the engine and accessories.
• Unless noted otherwise, all engine and accessory literature referred to in this supplement is included in your
owner's packet.
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