MotorGuide Wireless User Manual
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Section 2 - General Information and Component Identification
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Perform safety checks and required maintenance. Follow a regular schedule and ensure all repairs are made properly.
Never be under the influence of alcohol or drugs while boating (it is the law). Alcohol or drug use impairs your judgment and greatly
reduces your ability to react quickly.
Passenger boarding. Stop the trolling motor whenever passengers are boarding or unloading.
Be alert. The operator of the boat is responsible by law to maintain a proper lookout by sight and hearing. The operator must have
an unobstructed view particularly to the front. No passengers, load, or fishing seats should block the operators view when operating
the boat.
Underwater hazards.
Reduce speed and proceed with caution whenever navigating in shallow water.
Tripping hazards.
To avoid a trip hazard, route all cables and wiring neatly and out of the way.
Report accidents. Boat operators are required by law to file a Boating Accident Report with their state boating law enforcement
agency when their boat is involved in certain boating accidents. A boating accident must be reported if 1) there is loss of life or
probable loss of life, 2) there is personal injury requiring medical treatment beyond first aid, 3) there is damage to boats or other
property where the damage value exceeds $500.00 or 4) there is complete loss of the boat. Seek further assistance from local
law enforcement.