About Your Fishing Boat; Transportation; Pre-Launch Checklist; Launching Procedure - Pelican Predator 103 Owner's Manual

AbOuT yOuR fISHINg bOAT

1. There is a capacity sticker on every boat. These capacity ratings should be respected
at all times for your safety and security.
2. Sturdy polystyrene foam blocks are located between the hulls for optimum safety. Do
not remove them as they are for extra flottation.
3. Some larger boat models have wood reinforcement between the deck and hull, and
all boats are reinforced with wood at the bow and stern, to provide you with the
support required in a small fishing boat.
4. All fasteners or mounting hardware are either made of stainless steel or anodized
aluminum.
5. Always distribute weight evenly when using the boat in order to attain the highest
performance.

TRANSPORTATION

1. Do not use handles to secure boat for transport.
2. We recommend a bunk trailer as keel rollers could eventually dent the hull.
3. Respect the load recommendations that the trailer is built for.
4. Your boat is very light so be sure to calculate total weight of motor if applicable plus
boat, plus gear, before trailering to avoid any unnecessary bouncing of your boat on
larger trailers.
5. Insure that boat is properly secured to trailer.
6. Remove swivel seats, livewell and battery compartments, and any other accessories
before trailering to avoid loss or damage.
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PRE-LAuNCH CHECkLIST

1. Transom drain plug securely in place.
2. All other drain plugs are securely in place.
3. All passengers must wear an approved Personal Flotation Device (PFD). Insist that
children wear a certified Personal Flotation Device that is the right size.
4. Emergency paddle(s) or oar(s) are on board.
5. There is enough fuel aboard.
6. Motor(s) and battery are in good order.
7. No condensation has accumulated between hull and deck.
8. There is an emergency kit (extinguisher, horn, extra fuses, first aid kit, etc.) aboard.
9. All weight is properly distributed.
10. Check that all accessories are properly installed.

LAuNCHINg PROCEduRE

MAkE SuRE THAT:
1. All drain plugs (especially the rear drain plug) are securely in place.
2. All straps or tie-downs have been removed.
3. Outboard motor has been tilted upwards before sliding boat off of trailer.
4. You step into the center of the boat when boarding, to assure the boat remains stable
(never board by stepping onto the rubrail).
5. Never drag over rocks or sharp objects as this could damage the hull.
6. Always wear a certified Personal Flotation Device (PFD).