Scarab jet boat User manual

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INTRODUCTION ................................................................................................................................................8
BOATING SAFETY & INFORMATION ...............................................................................................................9
A - 1 SAFETY MESSAGES ................................................................................................................... 9
A - 2 CAPACITY & WARNING LABEL LOCATIONS............................................................................ 11
A - 3 ADDITIONAL LABELS & STICKERS........................................................................................... 15
A - 4 GENERAL ................................................................................................................................... 15
A - 5 COMPONENT SYSTEMS ........................................................................................................... 15
A - 6 SAFETY EQUIPMENT ................................................................................................................ 15
A. Required Safety Equipment ....................................................................................................16
B. Personal Flotation Devices (PFDs) ..........................................................................................16
C. PFD Types ..............................................................................................................................16
D. PFD Pointers ..........................................................................................................................17
E. Fire Extinguisher .....................................................................................................................17
F. Visual Distress Signal Devices ................................................................................................18
G. Sound Signaling Devices ........................................................................................................18
H. Navigation Lights .....................................................................................................................18
I. Additional Recommended Equipment .....................................................................................19
A - 7 PASSENGER SAFETY ............................................................................................................... 19
A - 8 RULES OF THE ROAD ............................................................................................................... 19
A - 9 LIGHTNING ................................................................................................................................. 19
A - 10 DRUGS AND ALCOHOL ............................................................................................................. 20
A - 11 CARBON MONOXIDE ...................................................................................................................20
A. Properties and Characteristics of Carbon Monoxide ................................................................20
B. What Makes Carbon Monoxide ...............................................................................................21
C. How a Person is Affected by Carbon Monoxide .......................................................................21
D. Effects of Carbon Monoxide ....................................................................................................21
E. Symp toms ...............................................................................................................................21
F. Treatment (Evaluate, Ventilate, Evacuate, Investigate, Take Corrective Action) ......................21
G. Inspection ................................................................................................................................22
H. Operation ................................................................................................................................22
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J. The Effect of Boats Moored Along Side ...................................................................................22
K. Backdrafting (Station Wagon Effect) ........................................................................................23
L. Accumulation of Exhaust Gases - Swim Platform ....................................................................24
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N. Ventilation of Accommodation (Occupied) Spaces ..................................................................24
O. Running of Engine(s) in Idle ....................................................................................................24
P. Altitude and Sea Conditions ....................................................................................................24
Q. Portable Generator Sets ..........................................................................................................24
R. Maintenance - Engine Performance ........................................................................................24
S. Maintenance - External Conditions ..........................................................................................25
T. Maintenance - Exhaust System Integrity .................................................................................25
U. Maintenance - Ventilation Systems ........................................................................................25
V. Maintenance - Bulkhead and Deck Integrity ...........................................................................26
W. Maintenance - Liquid Drains ....................................................................................................26
A - 12 SAFE BOATING PRACTICES .......................................................................................................26
A. Drugs and Alcohol ...................................................................................................................26
B. Safe Operation ........................................................................................................................26
C. Passenger Safety ....................................................................................................................26
D. Jet Nozzle & Intakes Grates ....................................................................................................27
E. First Aid ...................................................................................................................................27
F. Operation By Minors ...............................................................................................................27
G. Voluntary Inspections ..............................................................................................................27
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H. Safe Boating Courses .............................................................................................................27
A - 13 WATER SPORTS ..........................................................................................................................27
A. Water Sport Guidelines ...........................................................................................................28
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A - 14 HYPOTHERMIA ............................................................................................................................30
A - 15 BASIC SEAMANSHIP ...................................................................................................................30
A. Boating Regulations ................................................................................................................30
B. Rules of Seamanship ..............................................................................................................30
1. Right-of-way .....................................................................................................................30
2. Meeting Head-on ..............................................................................................................31
3. Crossing Situations ..........................................................................................................31
4. Overtaking ........................................................................................................................31
5. The General Prudential Rule ............................................................................................31
6. Night Running and Navigation Lights ................................................................................32
7. Whistle Signal .....................................................................................................................32
C. Navigational Aids ....................................................................................................................32
1. International Association of Lighthouse Authorities System B (IALA-B) ............................33
2. Lateral Markers ................................................................................................................33
3. Safe Water Markers .........................................................................................................33
4. The Uniform State Waterway Marking System .................................................................33
5. A Special Sign ..................................................................................................................34
6. Noise ................................................................................................................................34
D. Owner’s Logs and Records .....................................................................................................34
E. Navigational Aids Chart ...........................................................................................................34
A - 16 ANCHORING ................................................................................................................................34
A - 17 GROUNDING & TOWING ............................................................................................................ 35
A - 18 HAZARDOUS CONDITIONS .........................................................................................................36
A. Storms ....................................................................................................................................36
B. Fog .........................................................................................................................................36
C. Running Aground ....................................................................................................................37
D. Warning Markers .....................................................................................................................37
A - 19 REACTING TO EMERGENCIES ...................................................................................................37
A. Flooding ..................................................................................................................................37
B. Capsizing and Man Overboard ................................................................................................37
1. Capsizing ..........................................................................................................................37
2. Man Overboard ................................................................................................................37
C. Collision ..................................................................................................................................38
D. Fire .........................................................................................................................................38
E. Medical Emergency .................................................................................................................39
F. Propulsion Failure ...................................................................................................................39
G. Control Failure .........................................................................................................................39
H. Steering Failure .......................................................................................................................39
I. Additional Underway Information .............................................................................................39
A - 20 BOATING EDUCATION ................................................................................................................39
A. Boating Courses ......................................................................................................................39
B. Recommended Reading .........................................................................................................39
C. Charts and Maps .....................................................................................................................40
D. Laws and Regulations .............................................................................................................40
E. Contacts ..................................................................................................................................40
A - 21 BOAT OWNER REGISTRATION ..................................................................................................41
A - 22 ACCIDENT REPORTING ............................................................................................................ 41
A - 23 DISCHARGE OF OIL .................................................................................................................. 41
A - 24 DISPOSAL OF PLASTICS & OTHER GARBAGE ....................................................................... 41
A - 25 MARPOL TREATY ...................................................................................................................... 42

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BOAT SYSTEMS ..............................................................................................................................................43
B - 1 CONTROL SYSTEM .....................................................................................................................43
A. Neutral Safety Switch ..............................................................................................................43
B Emergency Engine Shut Off Switch .........................................................................................43
C. Control Systems Maintenance .................................................................................................44
B - 2 STEERING ....................................................................................................................................44
A. General ...................................................................................................................................44
B. Tilt Steering .............................................................................................................................44
C. Steering System Maintenance ................................................................................................45
1. Inspection ............................................................................................................................45
2. Steering Systems Maintenance ...........................................................................................45
3. Winter Storage ....................................................................................................................45
B - 3 PROPULSION SYSTEM ...............................................................................................................46
A. Engine(s) .................................................................................................................................46
B. Engine Exhaust .......................................................................................................................46
C. Jet Nozzle(s) ...........................................................................................................................47
B - 4 INSTRUMENTATION ....................................................................................................................47
A. Speedometer - Analog & Digital Readings ..............................................................................48
B. Tachometer - Analog & Digital Readings .................................................................................48
C. Hour Meter ..............................................................................................................................48
D. Fuel Gauge .............................................................................................................................49
E. Information Display .................................................................................................................49
1. Compass .............................................................................................................................49
2. Water Temperature .............................................................................................................49
3. Message Code ....................................................................................................................49
F. Four Position Ignition Switch ...................................................................................................50
G. Instrument Maintenance .........................................................................................................50
B - 5 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM ................................................................................................................51
A. Single Engine - Single Battery System ....................................................................................51
1. Installation ...........................................................................................................................51
2. Battery Switch Operation .....................................................................................................52
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C. 12-Volt Electrical Equipment ...................................................................................................52
1. Helm Equipment ................................................................................................................52
2. Installation of Additional 12-Volt Equipment ........................................................................54
3. Interior 12-Volt Electrical Equipment ..................................................................................55
D. 12-Volt Electrical Systems Shutdown Procedure ....................................................................55
E. Electrical Systems Maintenance ..............................................................................................56
1. Battery Maintenance ..........................................................................................................56
2. Electrical Wiring Maintenance ............................................................................................56
F. Stray Current Corrosion ..........................................................................................................57
1. General ..............................................................................................................................57
2. Galvanic Corrosion ............................................................................................................57
3. Corrosion Prevention .........................................................................................................58
B - 6 FUEL SYSTEM (GASOLINE) ........................................................................................................58
A. Fuel System ............................................................................................................................58
B. System Testing .......................................................................................................................59
C. Fuel Fills ..................................................................................................................................59
D. Fuel Vents ...............................................................................................................................60
E. Fuel Gauge .............................................................................................................................60
F. Fuel Sender ............................................................................................................................60
G. Fuel Filter ...............................................................................................................................61
H. Use and Maintenance .............................................................................................................61

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I. Fuel Standards ........................................................................................................................61
1. Problems With Alcohol in Gasoline ....................................................................................61
2. Recommendations ............................................................................................................61
J. Fueling Instructions .................................................................................................................62
B - 7 VENTILATION AND DRAINAGE SYSTEMS .................................................................................63
A. Engine Compartment Ventilation.............................................................................................63
1. Natural Ventilation System .................................................................................................63
2. Forced Air Ventilation .........................................................................................................63
3. Engine Ventilation System Maintenance .............................................................................63
B. Hull Drainage Systems ............................................................................................................63
1. Transom Drain ....................................................................................................................63
2. Bilge Pump.........................................................................................................................63
3. Liner Drains ........................................................................................................................64
4. Bilge Compartment Drainage .............................................................................................64
BOAT EQUIPMENT .........................................................................................................................................65
C - 1 DECK HARDWARE ......................................................................................................................65
A. Grab Handles .........................................................................................................................65
B. Cleats ......................................................................................................................................65
C. Transom Ski Tow Ring ...........................................................................................................66
D. Maintenance ...........................................................................................................................66
C - 2 WINDSHIELD ................................................................................................................................66
C - 3 AFT SWIM PLATFORM AND LADDER .........................................................................................67
C - 4 WAKEBOARD TOWER .................................................................................................................68
C - 5 GLOVE BOX .................................................................................................................................69
C - 6 STEREO........................................................................................................................................69
C - 7 ANCHOR STORAGE ....................................................................................................................69
C - 8 COCKPIT STORAGE ....................................................................................................................70
C - 9 COCKPIT TABLES ........................................................................................................................71
C - 10 SEATING .......................................................................................................................................71
A. Bow Seating ............................................................................................................................71
B. Bucket Seats ...........................................................................................................................72
C. Stern Cockpit Seating ..............................................................................................................73
D. Swim Platform Lounge Seating ...............................................................................................74
E. Sun Pad ..................................................................................................................................74
OPERATION ....................................................................................................................................................76
D - 1 PRE-CRUISE INSPECTION ..........................................................................................................76
A. Before Starting the Engine ......................................................................................................76
B. After Starting the Engine .........................................................................................................77
D - 2 FUELING .......................................................................................................................................77
A. Recommendations ..................................................................................................................77
B. Preliminary Guidelines ............................................................................................................77
C. Pumping Fuel ..........................................................................................................................77
D. After Fueling ............................................................................................................................78
D - 3 LOADING OF PASSENGERS & GEAR.........................................................................................78
D - 4 STARTING PROCEDURES ..........................................................................................................79
A. Preliminary Checks .................................................................................................................79
B. Before Starting ........................................................................................................................79
C. Starting....................................................................................................................................79
D - 5 CONTROL OPERATIONS .............................................................................................................81
A. General ...................................................................................................................................81

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B. Maneuvering of Side Mount Control ........................................................................................81
C. Shifting and Control Speed......................................................................................................81
D. Stopping Engine ......................................................................................................................82
D - 6 DIGITAL SPEED CONTROLS .......................................................................................................83
A. Cruise Mode ............................................................................................................................83
1. Cruise Mode Limitations ....................................................................................................83
2. Setting the Cruise Mode ....................................................................................................83
3. Temporarily Deactivating the Cruise Mode .......................................................................84
4. Cancelling the Cruise Mode ..............................................................................................84
B. Ski Mode .................................................................................................................................84
1. Ski Mode Limitations .........................................................................................................84
2. Setting the Ski Mode .........................................................................................................84
3. Temporarily Deactivating the Ski Mode ............................................................................85
4. Cancelling the Ski Mode....................................................................................................85
C. ECO Mode ..............................................................................................................................85
1. Setting the ECO Mode ......................................................................................................85
2. Cancelling the ECO Mode .................................................................................................85
D. Docking Mode .........................................................................................................................85
1. Setting the Docking Mode .................................................................................................85
2. Cancelling the Docking Mode ............................................................................................86
D - 7 STEERING OPERATIONS ............................................................................................................86
D - 8 MANEUVERING ............................................................................................................................86
A. Leaving the Dock ....................................................................................................................86
B. Stopping ..................................................................................................................................87
D - 9 PRACTICE MANEUVERS .............................................................................................................87
A. Where to Practice Exercises ...................................................................................................87
B. Practice Exercises ...................................................................................................................87
1. Turning ..............................................................................................................................88
2. Stopping Distances ...........................................................................................................88
3. Reverse ............................................................................................................................88
4. Avoiding an Obstacle ........................................................................................................88
5. Docking .............................................................................................................................88
6. Ski Mode and Cruise Mode ...............................................................................................88
C. Important Factors to Remember ..............................................................................................89
D - 10 ACCELERATION...........................................................................................................................89
D - 11 GENERAL OPERATING RECOMMENDATIONS .........................................................................89
A. Rough Water or Poor Visibility Operation ................................................................................89
B. Night Operation .......................................................................................................................89
C. Crossing Waves ......................................................................................................................89
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E. Beaching .................................................................................................................................90
D - 12 RETURNING TO SHORE ..............................................................................................................90
A. Docking ...................................................................................................................................90
B. Mooring ...................................................................................................................................90
CARE AND MAINTENANCE ............................................................................................................................92
E - 1 FIBERGLASS CARE & MAINTENANCE .......................................................................................92
A. General Maintenance ..............................................................................................................92
B. Weathering Effects on Gel Coat ..............................................................................................92
C. Stains ......................................................................................................................................93
E - 2 FIBERGLASS REPAIRS ...............................................................................................................93
A. Scratches ...............................................................................................................................94
B. Gouges & Cracks ....................................................................................................................94

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C. Osmotic Blistering ..................................................................................................................94
E - 3 EQUIPMENT INSTALLATION .......................................................................................................95
E - 4 ANTI-FOULING PAINT ..................................................................................................................95
E - 5 HULL SUPPORT ...........................................................................................................................95
E - 6 STAR BOARD ...............................................................................................................................96
E - 7 LAMINATED FIBERGLASS ...........................................................................................................96
E - 8 ACRYLIC PLASTIC - (PLEXIGLASS) ............................................................................................97
E - 9 SWIM PLATFORM MAT ................................................................................................................97
E - 10 UPHOLSTERY CARE ...................................................................................................................97
A. Cleaning Vinyl .........................................................................................................................97
B. Exterior Carpets ......................................................................................................................99
1. Cleaning and Maintenance ..............................................................................................100
2. Stain Removal Testing ....................................................................................................100
3. Stain Removal Procedures ..............................................................................................100
E - 11 REPLACEMENT UPHOLSTERY ................................................................................................100
E - 12 WEATHER COVERS ..................................................................................................................101
A. Bimini Top ............................................................................................................................102
B. Forward Cover ......................................................................................................................102
C. Cockpit Cover .......................................................................................................................102
D. Trailering Cover .....................................................................................................................103
E. Trailering with a Weather Cover ............................................................................................103
F. Winter Storage ......................................................................................................................103
G. Use of Weather Covers and Carbon Monoxide ....................................................................103
H. Weather Cover Maintenance ................................................................................................104
E - 13 SPECIAL PROCEDURES ...........................................................................................................104
A. Jet Pump Water Intake and Impeller Cleaning .......................................................................104
B. Towing the Boat in Water ......................................................................................................105
C. Capsized Boat .......................................................................................................................105
D. Submerged Boat and Water-Flooded Engine ........................................................................106
E - 14 WINTERIZATION ........................................................................................................................106
A. Prior to Lifting for Winter Lay-up ............................................................................................106
B. After Lifting ............................................................................................................................106
C. Prior to Winter Storage ..........................................................................................................107
E - 15 GENERAL MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE ....................................................................................108
TRAILER INFORMATION ..............................................................................................................................111
F - 1 GENERAL TRAILER INFORMATION .........................................................................................111
A. Regulations ...........................................................................................................................111
B. Load Carrying Capacity .........................................................................................................111
C. Hitches ..................................................................................................................................112
F - 2 TRAILER COMPONENTS ...........................................................................................................112
A. Bunk Supports ......................................................................................................................112
B. Tongue ..................................................................................................................................113
C. Swivel Jack ...........................................................................................................................113
D. Surge Brakes & Coupling Assembly ......................................................................................114
E. Winch ....................................................................................................................................115
F. Tires & Wheels ......................................................................................................................116
G. Spare Tire Carrier .................................................................................................................116
H. Lights ....................................................................................................................................116
I. Tie-downs .............................................................................................................................117
F - 3 OPERATION ...............................................................................................................................119
A. Hitching Trailers ....................................................................................................................119
B. Backing Up with Surge Brakes ..............................................................................................120

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F - 4 TRAILERING ...............................................................................................................................121
A. Checklist ...............................................................................................................................121
B. Tactics ..................................................................................................................................122
F - 5 MAINTENANCE ..........................................................................................................................122
A. Care of Exterior Finish ...........................................................................................................122
B. Bunks ....................................................................................................................................122
C. Swivel Jack ...........................................................................................................................123
D. Brake Actuator & Coupling Assembly ....................................................................................123
E. Winch ....................................................................................................................................123
F. Lights ....................................................................................................................................123
G. Tie-downs ............................................................................................................................123
H. Wheels ..................................................................................................................................123
I. Brakes ...................................................................................................................................123
J. Bearings ................................................................................................................................124
F - 6 AXLE INSPECTION & REPAIRS .................................................................................................125
A. Removal of Hub ....................................................................................................................125
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C. Hub Reinstallation .................................................................................................................125
F - 7 SUPPLEMENTAL TRAILER INFORMATION ..............................................................................126
A. Information Contained on Sidewall of the Tire .......................................................................126
B. Sample Tire Registration .......................................................................................................126
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D. Load Carrying Capacity .........................................................................................................128
E. Glossary of Tire Terminology ................................................................................................128
WARRANTY AND SERVICE ..........................................................................................................................129
G - 1 SCARAB WARRANTY POLICY ..................................................................................................129
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G - 3 WARRANTY REGISTRATION ....................................................................................................129
G - 4 TRANSFER OF WARRANTY .....................................................................................................129
G - 5 PRE-OWNED UNIT REGISTRATION .........................................................................................129
G - 6 INSURANCE COVERAGE ..........................................................................................................130
G - 7 SERIAL NUMBER RECORD .......................................................................................................130
G - 8 PRE-DELIVERY SERVICE ..........................................................................................................130
G - 9 REPLACEMENT PARTS .............................................................................................................130
G - 10 OWNER’S RESPONSIBILITIES ..................................................................................................130
G - 11 CONSTRUCTION STANDARDS .................................................................................................131
G - 12 SCARAB APPAREL ....................................................................................................................131
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WARRANTY REGISTRATION TRANSFER REQUEST ...........................................................................135
NAUTICAL GLOSSARY .................................................................................................................................137
FLOAT PLAN .................................................................................................................................................144
FUEL LOG ......................................................................................................................................................145
SERVICE LOG ...............................................................................................................................................148
SERVICE INFORMATION ..............................................................................................................................151

Owner’s Manual Page 8Introduction
Congratulations on your new Scarab® jet boat purchase and welcome to our boating family!
We want your boating experience to be the most enjoyable possible. The more you know about your new jet
boat, the more you’ll enjoy the time you spend aboard. That’s why we prepared this manual. It’s your guide for
safe operation as well as understanding your jet boat. Be sure to read the contents thoroughly. This boat may
exceed the performance of other boats you may have driven in the past. Take time to familiarize yourself with
your new boat.
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manual will acquaint you with the use and maintenance of your new Scarab jet boat. This manual also
pro vides special information critical to the safety of the passengers, and longevity of the equipment. The infor-
mation on the following pages lists the graphics used to increase the visibility of these important messages.
Also included in your owner’s packet is additional information such as component manufacturer’s literature. This
information should be read along with your Scarab jet boat owner’s manual before operating your boat. Review
all informa tion completely before using your new jet boat. Please refer to our website for further updated
information and possible revisions to this manual.
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The most current and accurate informa tion available at the time of publication is included in this
manual. Some variation in material, equipment, description, location, and details can result.
The information in this manual focuses upon the jet boats and equipment designed and manufactured by
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such as engines, and other accesso ries are manufactured by others. The information provided in this manual
is intended to be used in conjunction with the information provided by the manufacturers of this equip-
ment. All information available at the time of manufacture has been included with your owner’s packet. In many
cases, replacement of manufacturer’s literature may be obtained via their respective websites.
Read this entire manual carefully before operating your new boat. Many instructions may require direct
performance of the activity to fully understand the correct method. If you choose to read this manual at home,
remember to take it to the boat with you.
Your Scarab dealer knows your boat best and is committed to your complete satisfaction. Return to the dealer
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This manual should be consid ered part of the boat. Should you sell the boat, pass this man ual on to the new
owner. Take special care of this manual. Certain information in this manu al may not be available in a replace-
ment manual. An electronic version of this manual may be viewed on our website at www.scarabboats.com.
Thank you for joining the Scarab family. We appreciate your purchase and welcome the opportunity to
demonstrate our commitment to you.
Scarab Customer Service Depart ment
925 Frisbie Street
Cadillac, Michigan 49601
231 775-1343 (Phone) 231 779-2345 (Fax)
E-mail Address: [email protected] ©Rec Boat Holdings, LLC 2014 All Rights Reserved.
Introduction

Owner’s Manual Page 9Boating Safety & Information - Section A
NOTICE
This manual has been compiled to help you operate your boat with safety and pleasure. It contains the
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maintenance. Please read it carefully and familiarize yourself with the boat before using it.
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comfort and safety, please ensure that you obtain handling and operating experience before “assuming
command” of the boat. Your dealer or national sailing federation or yacht club will be pleased to advise
you of local sea schools and competent instructors.
PLEASE KEEP THIS MANUAL IN A SECURE PLACE, AND HAND IT OVER TO THE NEW OWNER
WHEN YOU SELL THE BOAT.
A - 1 SAFETY MESSAGES
The popularity of boating and other water sports has grown tremendously in the past few years. Because of this,
safety is an important issue for everyone who shares our waterways.
Remember that along with the freedom and exhilaration of boating comes the responsibility that you have for the
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precautions and symbols identify safety related information. Be sure to pay close attention to them.
NOTICE
Boxes that are gray require your special attention. Notice boxes include helpful boating practices and law
reminders.
This symbol means “pay attention!” Here is important information for your safety. If you don’t follow these
instructions, you can damage your boat, hurt yourself or someone else or, even worse, have a fatal accident.
This symbol and signal word indicate a potentially hazardous situation. If you ignore this safety message,
property damage or minor or moderate personal injury MAY or CAN result.
This symbol and signal word indicate a potential hazard. If you ignore this safety message, serious injury
or death CAN result.
This symbol and signal word indicates an immediate hazard. If you ignore this safety message, serious
personal injury or death WILL result.
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procedure is not recommended, you must make sure that what you do is safe for you and others. Always
use common sense when boating! Remember to make sure that every boating excursion is a safe and happy
experience.
Boating Safety & Information

Owner’s Manual Page 10Boating Safety & Information - Section A
We’d also like to remind you to be kind to our environment while you’re boating. Don’t throw garbage and other
refuse overboard. Do your best to keep harmful compounds like gasoline, oil and antifreeze out of the water.
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DISCHARGE OF OIL PROHIBITED
THE FEDERAL WATER POLLUTION CONTROL ACT PROHIBITS THE DISCHARGE OF OIL OR
OILY WASTE INTO OR UPON THE NAVIGABLE WATERS OF THE UNITED STATES, OR THE
WATERS OF THE CONTIGUOUS ZONE, OR WHICH MAY EFFECT NATURAL RESOURCES
BELONGING TO, APPERTAINING TO, OR UNDER THE EXCLUSIVE MANAGEMENT AUTHOR-
ITY OF THE UNITED STATES, IF SUCH DISCHARGE CAUSES A FILM OR DISCOLORATION
OF THE SURFACE OF THE WATER OR CAUSES A SLUDGE OR EMULSION BENEATH THE
SURFACE OF THE WATER. VIOLATORS ARE SUBJECT TO SUBSTANTIAL CIVIL PENALTIES
AND/OR CRIMINAL SANCTIONS INCLUDING FINES AND IMPRISONMENT.
Oil Discharge Plate 
Trash Overboard Decal - 
IMPORTANT HEALTH AND SAFETY INFORMATION ABOUT YOUR NEW BOAT

Owner’s Manual Page 11Boating Safety & Information - Section A
A - 2 CAPACITY & WARNING LABEL LOCATIONS
The NMMA capacity label and various warning labels are placed at different locations on each model for your
safety. Additional warnings for fuel leakage, blower operation, and other important information will be located at
the helm . Many of these stickers and labels are not required by the U.S. Coast Guard but are important to en-
sure the safe operation of your boat. Should a warning label become worn or somehow removed, a replacement
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is permanently attached below the deck-hull joint on the starboard aft corner. Please see the following diagrams
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on model of the boat.
Jet Boat Warning Label
CO-Helm Warning Label

Owner’s Manual Page 12Boating Safety & Information - Section A
Person Capacity & Underway Seating Position Label
(Certain Models Only)
Helm Blower Warning
Capacity Label
(Models May Vary)
Reverse Function Warning Label

Owner’s Manual Page 13Boating Safety & Information - Section A
Jet Nozzle Warning Label
Ski Tow Warning Label Platform Lounging Seats & Sun Lounge Warning Label

Owner’s Manual Page 14Boating Safety & Information - Section A
CO Swim Platform and
Lounging Area Warning Label
Leaking Fuel/Contents Under Pressure Warning Label

Owner’s Manual Page 15Boating Safety & Information - Section A
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Canadian Compliance Notice
SAMPLE
SAMPLE
Canadian Compliance Notice - Capacity
A - 3 ADDITIONAL LABELS & STICKERS
NOTICE
The below label locations are not shown. These la-
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Scarab has included them to familiarize the boat
owner/operator with additional safety information.
A - 4 GENERAL
Before starting the boat, become famil iar with all of
the various systems and related operations. Be sure
all neces sary safety equip ment is on-board. Know the
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brief you on the general opera tion of your new boat.
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is a part of your boat’s equipment. Always keep it on
board.
A - 5 COMPONENT SYS TEMS
Before you can really enjoy your boat, a thorough
understanding of its systems and their operation is
essential. This manual and the associated manu-
facturers information are included in the owner’s
packet. This information is provided to enhance your
knowledge of the boat. Read this information carefully.
After becoming familiar with the boat and its systems,
reread this manual and other material provided in the
owner’s packet. Maintenance and service tips are
included to help keep the boat in like-new condition.
A - 6 SAFETY EQUIPMENT
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sible for assuring that all required safety equipment is
aboard. You should also consider supplying additional
equipment as needed for your safety and that of your
passengers. Check state and local regulations and
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website at www.uscgboating.org for information about
required safety equipment. You may also want to visit
the United Power Squadron website at www.usps.org.
Remember that these laws are for your protection and
are minimum requirements
Besides the equipment installed on the boat by
Scarab, certain other equipment is re quired for
passenger safety. Items like a sea anchor, working

Owner’s Manual Page 16Boating Safety & Information - Section A
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nently secured to your ring buoy, etc. could at some
time save your passengers lives, or save your boat
from damage.
The Coast Guard Auxiliary offers a “Courtesy Ex-
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equipped with all of the necessary safety equip ment.
A. Required Safety Equipment
One of the most important pieces of required safety
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(PFD). Personal Flotation Devices (life jackets) must
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NOTICE
As the owner/operator of the boat, you are
responsible for assuring that all required safety
equipment is aboard and meets the boating
regulations as prescribed by both federal and
local authorities in your area.
B. Personal Flotation Devices (PFDs)
Federal regulations require that you have at least
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(PFD) for each person in a recreational boat. You
should not use your boat unless all PFDs are in ser-
viceable condition, readily accessible, legibly marked
with the Coast Guard approval number, of an ap-
propriate size (within the weight range and chest size
marked on the PFD) for each person aboard.
A PFD provides buoyancy to help keep your head
above the water and to help you remain in a satisfac-
tory position while in the water. Body weight and age
should be considered when selecting a PFD. The
buoyancy provided by the PFD should support your
weight in water.
The size of the PFD must be appropriate for the
wearer. Body weight or chest size are common
methods used to size PFDs. It is your responsibility
to ensure that you have the proper number and types
of PFDs on board and that your passengers know
where and how to use them.
C. PFD Types
Five types of PFDs have been approved by the US
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PFD Type 1, Wearable (Figure A1) has the greatest
required buoyancy. Its design allows for turning most
unconscious persons in the water from face down
position to a vertical or slightly backward, face-up
position. It can greatly increase the chances of sur-
vival. Type 1 is most effective for all waters, especially
offshore when rescue may be delayed. It is also the
most effective in rough waters.
Figure A1: Type I, Wearable
PFD Type II, Wearable (Figure A2) turns its wearer
in the same way as Type I, but not as effectively.
The Type II does not turn as many persons under the
same conditions as a Type I. You may prefer to use
this PFD where there is a probability of quick rescue
such as in areas where other people are commonly
involved in water activities.
Figure A2: Type II, Wearable
PFD Type III, Wearable (Figure A3) allows the wearer
to place themselves in a vertical or slightly backward
position. It does not turn the wearer. It maintains the
wearer in a vertical or slightly backward position and
has no tendency to turn the wearer face down. It has
the same buoyancy as a Type II PFD and may be
appropriate in areas where other people are commonly
involved in water activities.

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Figure A3: Type III, Wearable
PFD Type IV, Throwable (Figure A4) is required
in addition to the PFDs previously discussed. The
most common Type IV PFD is a buoyant cushion or
ring buoy. It is designed to be thrown to a person in
the water, grasped and held by the user until he or
she is rescued. A Type IV PFD should always be in
serviceable condition and immediately available for

is delayed or if the user is overcome by hypothermia
(loss of body heat).
Figure A4: Type IV, Throwable
PFD Type V, Wearable 
provides buoyancy equivalent to Type I, II, or III PFDs.

people.
Figure A5: Type V, Wearable
D. PFD Pointers
The purpose of a PFD is to help save your life.
If you want it to support you when you are in the


in and out of the water. Mark your PFD if you are
the only wearer.
2. To make sure the PFD works, wear it in the water.
This will show you how it works and give you
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3. Teach children how to put a PFD on and allow
them to try it in the water. That way, they know
what the PFD is for and how it works. They will
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themselves in the water.
4. If the PFD is wet, allow it to dry thoroughly before
storing it. Do not dry it in front of a radiator or
heater. Store it in a well ventilated area.
5. Keep PFDs away from sharp objects which can

6. For their own safety and the safety of others, all
non-swimmers, poor swimmers, and small children
should wear PFDs at all times, whether the boat
is stationary or moving.
7. Check the PFD frequently to make sure that it is

all seams and joints are securely sewn.
 
become waterlogged and lose their buoyancy
after the vinyl inserts are punctured. If the kapok
becomes hard or if it is soaked with water,
replace it. It may not work when you need it.
E. Fire Extinguisher


Coast Guard.
Hand-held portable extinguisher(s) should be mount-
ed in a readily accessible location(s) away from the
engine compartment. All persons aboard should

extinguisher(s).
FIRE
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ment. Shut down engine(s), generator(s), and





Owner’s Manual Page 18Boating Safety & Information - Section A
NOTICE
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amounts of the extinguishing compound. The

need it.
Scarab jet boat models are considered to be Class 1
powerboats (16 to less than 26 feet). Since they have
permanently-installed fuel tanks, they are required


extinguishing system in the engine compartment, one

required.
Boats that are Class 2 powerboats (26 to less than 40
feet) are required to carry two (2) B-I type approved


-
ery space(s), at least one (1) B-I type approved hand

-
able on certain boat models. The type of extinguish-
ing agent used may vary. The equipment utilized has

volume and coverage of the entire engine compart-
ment. While the system ensures excellent overall
it does not eliminate the USCG
 Refer
to the extinguisher manufacturer’s literature included
in the owner’s packet.
F. Visual Distress Signal Devices
Visual distress signal devices approved by the US
Coast Guard are required on all recreational boats
operating on coastal waters and to boats owned in
the United States when they are operating on the
high seas. Coastal waters include territorial seas
and those waters directly connected to the Great
Lakes and the territorial seas up to a point where the
waters are less than two miles (3.2km) wide. Visual
distress signal equipment may be of the pyrotechnic
or non-pyrotechnic type. Regulations prohibit display
of visual distress signals on the water under any
circumstances except when assistance is required to
prevent immediate or potential danger to persons on
board a vessel.
The equipment must be approved by the US Coast
Guard, be in serviceable condition, and be stowed
in a readily accessible location. Equipment having
a date for serviceable life must be within the speci-

stowage of visual distress equipment is very impor-
tant if young children are aboard.
Distress Signal Table
The minimum visual distress signals required in
coastal waters for a Class 1 or Class 2 powerboat is






NOTICE
No single signaling device is appropriate for all

equipment on board.
G. Sound Signaling Devices
Class 1 and Class 2 powerboats are required to carry
a hand, mouth or power operated horn or whistle.
It must produce a blast of two-second duration and




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H. Navigation Lights
Navigation lights are intended to keep other vessels
informed of your presence and course. If you are out
on the water between sunset and sunrise, you are
required to display appropriate navigation lights.