Polaris 2003 MSX - Manual (Page 19)

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SAFETY
Operator Safety
Overloading the Watercraft
Polaris watercraft are designed to carry an operator and
up to three passengers, depending on the model. Check
the specifications section beginning on page 102 to
determine your boat’s rider capacity.
When more than one person is riding, the watercraft
handles differently,
which means that
the operator must
have enough prior
riding experience
to handle the
watercraft with one
or more passengers
aboard.
Fire Safety
Federal regulation requires
that all watercraft carry an
approved fire extinguisher.
The operator is responsible
for providing and
maintaining the fully
charged fire extinguisher in
the watercraft. Do not
operate the watercraft without a fire extinguisher on
board.
Stow your fire extinguisher under the front storage
compartment in the cut-out area of the flotation foam.
Know how to reach the extinguisher quickly in case of
fire, and know how to use it before you operate the
personal watercraft.
If you have any doubts about your ability to extinguish
a fire, swim away from the craft as quickly as possible.
Immediately seek help from other boaters or people on
shore.
Overloading a watercraft will significantly reduce
vehicle stability and control, which could result in
an accident and lead to severe injury or death.
Never allow more than the specified rider capacity
on the watercraft.
WARNING