Polaris 2003 MSX - Manual (Page 16)

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SAFETY
Operator Safety
Any operator of a Polaris watercraft must know and
practice the following guidelines for personal safety
and the safety of passengers. Never permit a guest to
operate this watercraft unless the guest has read and
understands all warning decals and the owner’s
manual.
Operator Guidelines
This watercraft is not a toy. It’s a high performance
powerboat, and operating it requires learned and
practiced skills. All operators and passengers should
become familiar with proper operating techniques
before attempting maneuvers. Always operate the
watercraft at a speed appropriate for water conditions
and for your level of experience.
The minimum recommended age for operators of this
watercraft is 16 years, but operators between 16 and 18
years of age may require close adult supervision. Obey
all applicable boating rules and regulations.
This watercraft does not have brakes. The watercraft is
stopped by releasing the throttle. The vehicle will
glide to a stop due to the natural drag of the water.
Allow a minimum of 300 feet (90 m) to coast to a stop
from full throttle.
Jet thrust is required to steer and turn the vehicle.
Never completely release the throttle and attempt to
turn at more than a trolling speed. The watercraft will
not turn. Practice until you’re comfortable with turning
and stopping, and be sure you’ve mastered the skills
before carrying a passenger.
Learn and observe all local, state, and federal boating
regulations and speed limits. Boating laws and
navigational rules are designed for the safety of
everyone sharing the waterways.
WARNING
Failure to follow the warnings and instructions
contained throughout this manual and on your
vehicle can result in severe injury or death.
Read and understand your owner’s manual and
all warning decals before operating a Polaris
watercraft.