Flip Down Swim Step - Optional; Boat In The Water; Boat On A Trailer - Cobalt Boats 200 Owner's Manual

COBAL T
A
WARNING
Avoid the possibility of injury or death.
DO NOT occupy the platform or use the
ladder when the engine is running or
engaged. Propeller contact or exposure
to CO can cause severe injury or death.
All gasoline engines produce CO. CO is
colorless, odorless and dangerous.
Direct and prolonged exposure to CO
will cause brain damage or death. The
stern drive unit and the propeller have
many sharp edges.
The extended swim platform must be
attached to the boat when it is in use.
The boarding ladder is attached to the
boarding platform. The removable
feature is for boat storage only.
200
BOWRIDER
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FLIP DOWN SWIM STEP -
OPTIONAL

Boat in the Water

First, lower the drive all the way.
To deploy the step:
1. Kneel down to reach the plunger; pull the
plunger out and pull up on the step at the same
time.
2. Push the step over into the water. The step will
be buoyant.
3. Sit on the platform and push the step down with
your feet; it will automatically lock into place.
To raise the step:
1. Push down slightly on the step with your feet
while sitting on the platform.
2. Pull the plunger and allow the step to float up.
3. Move to the side and pull the step onto the
platform. It will automatically lock into place.

Boat on a Trailer

Lower the drive as low as possible without hitting
the ground or trailer.
To deploy the step:
1. Stand behind the platform; pull the plunger out
and pull up on the step at the same time.
2. Pull the step towards you, do not let go.
3. Gently let the step down; it will lock into place
automatically. Do not let the stainless tube hit or
rest on the drive or props at any time.
To raise the step:
Pull the plunger and raise the step at the same
time. Be careful when folding the step over onto the
platform. Do not allow the step to slam down.
Always make sure the area in the platform is clear
before closing the step.
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