Nautique 230 - Manual (Page 11)

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Section 1
Boating Safety
Safety While Boating
Boating-related accidents are generally caused by the operator’s
failure to follow basic safety rules or written precautions. Most
accidents can be avoided if the operator is completely familiar with
the boat, its operation and can recognize potentially hazardous
situations.
In addition to everyday safety, failure to observe the safety
recommendations may result in severe personal injury or death to
you or to others. Use caution and common sense when operating
your boat. Do not take unnecessary chances! Remember that at
least three people are needed for safely towing watersport
participants.
Failure to adhere to these warnings may result in severe injury or
death to you and/or others.
• Look before you turn the boat. As a boater you are obligated
to maintain a course and speed unless it is safe to alter
course and speed. Look before you turn.
• Improper operation of the boat is extremely dangerous.
Operators must read and understand all operating manuals
supplied with the boat before operation.
• On-board equipment must always conform to the governing
federal, state and local regulations.
• Prior to starting the engine, you MUST open the engine box
and check the engine compartment and bilge for gasoline
and oil vapors. You MUST also operate the blower for at
least four minutes. Failure to do so may result in fire or
explosion. If you smell gasoline vapor or see liquid gasoline,
DO NOT start the engine.
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