Sea-doo 210 Challenger/SP Manual

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FOREWORD
Congratulations on your purchase of a
new Sea-Doo®Boats. It is backed by
the BRP limited warranty and a net-
work of authorized Sea-Doo Boats
dealers ready to provide the parts, ser-
vice or accessories you may require.
At delivery, you were informed of the
warranty coverage and signed the
PREDELIVERY CHECK LIST to ensure
your new boat was prepared to your
entire satisfaction.
Your dealer is committed to your sat-
isfaction. If you need more complete
servicing information, please ask your
dealer.
Know Before You Go
To learn how to reduce the risk of ac-
cident, read the following sections of
this guide before you operate the boat:
–
SAFETY INFORMATION
– BOAT INFORMATION .
Also, read all safety labels on your boat
and watch attentively your
SAFETY
DVD
.
We highly recommend that you take
a safe boating course. Please check
with your dealer or local authorities for
availability in your area.
In certain areas, an operator compe-
tency card is mandatory to operate a
pleasure craft.
Failure to follow the warnings con-
tained in this Operator's Guide can
result in SERIOUS INJURY or DEATH.
Safety Messages
The types of safety messages, what
they look like and how they are used in
this guide are explained as follows:
DANGER
Indicates a hazardous situation
which, if not avoided, will result
in death or serious injury.
WARNING
Indicates a potential hazard which,
if not avoided, could result in seri-
ous injury or death.
CAUTION Indicates a hazard
situation which, if not avoided,
could result in minor or moderate
injury.
NOTICE Indicates an instruction
which, if not followed, could se-
verely damage boat components
or other property.
About this Operator's
Guide
This Operator's Guide has been pre-
pared to acquaint the owner and the
operator of a new boat with the various
controls, maintenance and safe oper-
ating instructions. It is indispensable
for the proper use of the product.
Keep this Operator's Guide in the boat
as you can refer to it for things such
as maintenance, troubleshooting and
instructing others.
Note that this guide is available in sev-
eral languages. In the event of any dis-
crepancy, the English version shall pre-
vail.
If you want to view and/or print an ex-
tra copy of your Operator's Guide, sim-
ply visit the following website www.
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The informations contained in this doc-
ument are correct at the time of publi-
cation. BRP, however, maintains a pol-
icy of continuous improvement of its
products without imposing upon itself
any obligation to install them on prod-
ucts previously manufactured. Due
to late changes, some differences be-
tween the manufactured product and
the descriptions and/or specifications
in this guide may occur. BRP reserves
the right at any time to discontinue or
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FOREWORD
change specifications, designs, fea-
tures, models or equipment without
incurring any obligation upon itself.
This Operator's Guide and the
SAFETY
DVD
should remain with the boat when
it's sold.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
FOREWORD .......................................................................... 1
KnowBeforeYouGo............................................................. 1
SafetyMessages................................................................. 1
AboutthisOperator'sGuide .................................................... 1
SAFETY INFORMATION
SPECIALSAFETYMESSAGES ................................................... 10
RemindersRegardingOperation .............................................. 10
BeforeGettingUnderway...................................................... 11
OperatorsandPassengersAwareness ....................................... 11
CarbonMonoxideandBoating................................................. 12
WaterSports .................................................................... 15
Hypothermia..................................................................... 18
VoluntaryInspections........................................................... 18
SafeBoatingCourses........................................................... 18
SAFETYEQUIPMENT.............................................................. 19
RequiredSafetyEquipment.................................................... 19
AdditionalRecommendedEquipment ........................................ 22
PRACTICEEXERCISES............................................................. 23
WheretoPracticeExercises................................................... 23
PracticeExercises .............................................................. 23
ImportantFactorsNottoNeglect.............................................. 23
SAFEBOATINGPRACTICES...................................................... 25
DrugsandAlcohol............................................................... 25
SafeOperation .................................................................. 25
NAVIGATIONRULES............................................................... 27
OperatingRules................................................................. 27
FUELING............................................................................. 29
RecommendedFuel ............................................................ 29
FuelingProcedure............................................................... 29
TRAILERINGINFORMATION ..................................................... 31
LOCATIONOFIMPORTANTON-PRODUCTLABELS.......................... 32
HangTag......................................................................... 32
SafetyLabels.................................................................... 33
ComplianceLabels.............................................................. 37
TechnicalInformationLabels................................................... 38
PRE-RIDEINSPECTION............................................................ 39
Pre-RideCheckListWhenBoatisTrailered................................... 40
Pre-RideCheckListWhenBoatisDocked.................................... 41
Fuel............................................................................... 42
Hull ............................................................................... 42
JetPumpWaterIntakes........................................................ 42
Bilge.............................................................................. 42
EngineCompartment........................................................... 42
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PRE-RIDE INSPECTION (cont’d)
MainBatteryCut-OffSwitch................................................... 42
Throttle/ShifterSystem......................................................... 43
SteeringSystem ................................................................ 43
MultifunctionGaugeCluster................................................... 43
BilgeBlowerSwitch ............................................................ 43
TowingTower(Optional)........................................................ 43
BiminiTop(Optional)............................................................ 43
MandatorySafetyBoatingEquipment ........................................ 43
StorageCompartmentCovers................................................. 44
NavigationLights................................................................ 44
EngineStart/StopButtons...................................................... 44
EngineCut-offSwitch .......................................................... 44
BOAT INFORMATION
CONTROLS.......................................................................... 46
1)SteeringWheel............................................................... 46
2)Throttle/ShifterLever ........................................................ 47
3)EmergencyEngineStopSwitch ............................................ 47
4)IgnitionSwitch................................................................ 48
5)BilgeBlowerSwitch.......................................................... 49
6)Start/StopButtons ........................................................... 49
7)HornSwitch................................................................... 49
8)BilgePumpSwitch........................................................... 50
9)NavigationLightsSwitch .................................................... 50
10)DeckLightSwitch .......................................................... 51
11)HeatingFanSwitch(210WAKE)........................................... 51
12)BallastSystemSwitch(210WAKE) ....................................... 52
13)MODEButton............................................................... 52
14)SETButton .................................................................. 52
15)UPandDOWNSwitch...................................................... 53
GAUGES............................................................................. 54
1)AnalogSpeedometer ........................................................ 54
2)AnalogFuelLevelGauge .................................................... 54
3)AnalogVoltmeter............................................................. 54
4)InformationCenter........................................................... 55
EQUIPMENT......................................................................... 63
1)Seats .......................................................................... 64
2)MainBatteryCut-OffSwitch ................................................ 66
3)StorageCompartments...................................................... 66
4)GrabHandles ................................................................. 70
5)RearGrabHandles ........................................................... 70
6)SwimPlatform................................................................ 70
7)Ladder......................................................................... 70
8)Lights.......................................................................... 71
9)Radio .......................................................................... 73
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EQUIPMENT (cont’d)
10)RadioRemoteControl...................................................... 73
11)AudioInputJack/USBport................................................. 73
12)12-VoltPowerOutlets...................................................... 74
13)DeckDrains ................................................................. 74
14)BilgeDrainPlug ............................................................. 74
15)Walk-ThruDoor/Windshield................................................ 74
16)CupHolders ................................................................. 75
17)BowandSternEyelets ..................................................... 75
18)MooringCleats.............................................................. 76
19)WaterSportTowingAttachments......................................... 76
20)HeatingSystem............................................................. 81
21)BallastSystem .............................................................. 81
22)BiminiTop ................................................................... 83
23)CockpitTable................................................................ 85
BREAK-INPERIOD.................................................................. 87
OperatingDuringBreak-In...................................................... 87
OPERATINGINSTRUCTIONS..................................................... 88
HowtoLaunchortoLoadBoat ................................................ 88
HowtoBoardtheBoat.......................................................... 88
HowtoStartEngines ........................................................... 89
HowtoLeavetheShore........................................................ 91
HowtoShutOfftheEngines................................................... 91
HowtoSteerBoat .............................................................. 91
HowtoEngageNeutral......................................................... 92
HowtoEngageForward........................................................ 92
HowtoEngageReverse........................................................ 92
GeneralRecommendations.................................................... 93
OPERATINGMODES............................................................... 96
SKIMODE ....................................................................... 96
CRUISEMODE.................................................................. 97
SYNCMODE .................................................................... 98
SPECIALPROCEDURES ........................................................... 99
JetPumpWaterIntakeandImpellerCleaning................................ 99
TowingtheBoatinWater....................................................... 99
SubmergedBoatandWater-FloodedEngine............................... 100
MAINTENANCE
BREAK-ININSPECTION ......................................................... 102
MAINTENANCESCHEDULE.................................................... 104
MAINTENANCEPROCEDURES ................................................ 107
EngineOil...................................................................... 107
EngineCoolant................................................................ 109
IgnitionCoils................................................................... 109
ExhaustSystem............................................................... 110
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MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES (cont’d)
FusesandCircuitBreakers................................................... 112
BilgeBlower................................................................... 113
NavigationLights.............................................................. 114
DeckDrains.................................................................... 115
LatchesandHinges........................................................... 115
ReverseGates................................................................. 116
SacrificialAnodes ............................................................. 116
BOATCARE........................................................................ 117
Post-OperationCare .......................................................... 117
BoatCleaningandProtection ................................................ 117
STORAGE.......................................................................... 120
JetPumpCleaning............................................................ 120
FuelSystemProtection....................................................... 120
EngineOilandFilterReplacement........................................... 120
ExhaustSystemFlushing .................................................... 120
ExhaustSystemandIntercoolerProtection ................................ 120
EngineInternalLubrication................................................... 121
EngineCoolantTest........................................................... 122
BatteryRemovalandStorage................................................ 122
BoatCleaning/Repair ......................................................... 122
BoatProtection................................................................ 123
PRESEASONPREPARATION.................................................... 124
TECHNICAL INFORMATION
BOATIDENTIFICATION.......................................................... 126
HullIdentificationNumber ................................................... 126
EngineIdentificationNumber................................................ 126
ENGINEEMISSIONSINFORMATION.......................................... 127
Manufacturer's Responsibility ............................................... 127
Dealer's Responsibility ....................................................... 127
Owner Responsibility......................................................... 127
EPAEmissionRegulations ................................................... 127
SPECIFICATIONS................................................................. 128
TROUBLESHOOTING
TROUBLESHOOTINGGUIDELINES ........................................... 134
MONITORINGSYSTEM ......................................................... 138
PilotLampsandMessageDisplayInformation............................. 138
BeeperCodeInformation .................................................... 139
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WARRANTY
BRP LIMITED WARRANTY FOR MODEL YEAR 2011 SEA-DOO®BOATS SOLD
INTHEUNITEDSTATESANDCANADA....................................... 142
CALIFORNIA EMISSION CONTROL WARRANTY STATEMENT FOR MODEL-
YEAR 2011 SEA-DOO®BOATS WITH 4-TEC®ENGINES OR 4-TEC®IC
ENGINES........................................................................... 146
BRP INTERNATIONAL LIMITED WARRANTY FOR MODEL YEAR 2011
SEA-DOO®BOATS ............................................................... 150
BRP LIMITED WARRANTY FOR THE EUROPEAN AND THE RUSSIAN
ECONOMIC AREA AND TURKEY: MODEL YEAR 2011 SEA-DOO®
BOATS.............................................................................. 154
CUSTOMER INFORMATION
PRIVACYINFORMATION........................................................ 160
CHANGEOFADDRESS/OWNERSHIP......................................... 161
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SAFETY
INFORMATION
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SPECIAL SAFETY MESSAGES
Reminders Regarding
Operation
– Engine exhaust contains carbon
monoxide (CO), which can cause
injury or death if inhaled in sufficient
quantities. Educate all occupants
about the risks and symptoms of
CO accumulation and CO poison-
ing. For more information, refer to
CARBON MONOXIDE AND BOAT-
ING
section.
– Gasoline vapors can explode, result-
ing in injury or death. Always use
blower for a minimum of 5 minutes
before starting engine, then turn it
OFF above idle speed. Use of the
bilge blower should never replace
“smelling” for gasoline vapor odors.
– If at any time, gasoline leaks/odors
are found, do not start the engine.
Have the boat serviced by an autho-
rized Sea-Doo Boats dealer.
– Always keep in mind that as the
throttle lever is returned to the idle
position, less directional control is
available. To turn the boat, both
steering and throttle are necessary.
– This boat has no brake. Stopping
distance will vary depending on ini-
tial speed, load, wind, and water
conditions. Practice stopping and
docking in a safe, traffic-free area to
have an idea of how long it will take
to stop the boat under varying con-
ditions. Do not release the throttle
when trying to steer away from ob-
jects. Youneedthrottletosteer. Do
not use the boat's reverse to stop.
– Do not start or operate the boat if
any person is not properly seated
in a seat intended for use when un-
derway (not the sun deck or swim
platform) or if a person is nearby in
the water.
– The boat's jet thrust can cause in-
jury. Always accelerate slowly, and
decelerate in a controlled fashion.
– Observe the instructions on all
safety labels. They are there to help
assure that you have a safe and en-
joyable outing.
– Riding with passenger(s) or pulling
other boats, tubes, a skier or a wake-
boarder makes the boat handle dif-
ferently and requires greater skill.
– Certain boats may come equipped
with tow eyelets, a ski pole or a
wakeboard tower which can be
used to attach a tow rope for a skier,
tube or wakeboarder. Do not use
these attachment points or any
other portion of the boat to tow a
parasail or another craft. Personal
injury or severe damage may occur.
– In shallow water, proceed with
caution and at very low speeds.
Grounding or abrupt stops may re-
sult in injury to you, your passengers
or others. The jet pump may pick up
debris and throw it rearward causing
a risk of injuring people or damaging
the jet pump or other property.
– Combustion engines need air to
operate; consequently this boat
can not be totally watertight. Any
maneuvers such as figure eights
that cause the upper deck to be un-
der water may cause severe en-
gine problems due to water inges-
tion. Refer to the
SPECIAL PROCE-
DURES
and WARRANTY sections
contained in this Operator's Guide.
– Respect no wake zones, the rights
of other water users and the en-
vironment. As the “skipper” and
owner of a boat, you are responsible
for damage to other boats caused
by the wake of your boat. Do not let
anyone throw refuse overboard.
– Between sunset and sunrise, use
the boat's navigation lights and re-
duce speed. Do not operate the
boat in reduced visibility.
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SPECIAL SAFETY MESSAGES
– Do not add accessories or equip-
ment that may adversely affect visi-
bility or alter control of the boat.
– The skipper should personally take
thehelmduringstorms.
Before Getting Underway
– Always perform the pre-ride inspec-
tion as specified in this Operator's
Guide.
– Do not exceed the payload or pas-
senger capacities for this boat,
which are listed on the capacity
plate and in the specifications.
Overloading can affect maneuver-
ability, stability and performance.
Also, heavy seas reduce capacity. A
payload or person capacity plate is
not an excuse for failure to use com-
mon sense or good judgment.
– Regularly inspect the boat, the hull,
engine, safety equipment, and all
other boating gear and keep them in
safe operating condition.
– Be sure you have the minimum re-
quired safety equipment, PFDs and
any additional gear needed for your
cruise.
– Check that all lifesaving equipment,
including fire extinguisher, is in
safe operating condition and eas-
ily accessible. Show all passengers
where this equipment is, and make
sure they know how to use it.
– Keep an eye on the weather. Check
local weather broadcasts before de-
parture. Be alert to changing condi-
tions.
– Keep accurate and up-to-date charts
of the boating area on board. Before
getting underway, check water con-
ditions in the planned boating area.
– Before departure, file a Float Plan
with a responsible person ashore.
– Keep enough fuel on board for the
planned trip. Always verify fuel level
before use and during the ride. Ap-
ply the principle of 1/3 of the fuel to
reach your destination, 1/3 to return,
and keep 1/3 in reserve. Allow for
changes due to adverse weather or
other delays.
Operators and Passengers
Awareness
– Each boat operator has a responsi-
bility to ensure the safety of his/her
passenger(s) and of other water
users. Please follow all safety in-
structions and operate your boat
with care.
– Never operate a boat while under
the influence of drugs or alcohol
they slow reaction time and impair
judgement. It is also a Federal of-
fense. Allow only qualified drivers
to operate your boat.
– Remember that sun, wind, fatigue
or illness may impair your judge-
ment and reaction time.
– At least one passenger should be
able to operate the boat in case the
operator is unexpectedly unable to
do so.
– Operation of this boat by a person
under 16 years of age or a person
with a disability that impairs vision,
reaction time, judgment, or opera-
tion of the controls is NOT recom-
mended.
– Always use the tether cord when
operating the boat and ensure that
all passengers are familiar with its
use.
– Ensure that any operatorandall
passengers know how to swim
and how to re-board the boat from
the water. If a passenger does not
know how to swim, ensure that pas-
senger wears a PFD at all times and
take extra precautions when boat-
ing.
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SPECIAL SAFETY MESSAGES
Carbon Monoxide and
Boating
Burning a material containing carbon
produces carbon monoxide (CO), an
odorless and colorless gas. Because
CO weighs the same as air, it can
spread throughout an enclosed space
unnoticed because you cannot see itor
smell it. Any device used to burn car-
bon-based materials on a boat can be a
source of CO. Common sources of CO
include internal combustion engines.
CO reacts with the blood to reduce
the ability of the blood to carry oxygen.
The reduced oxygen supply to body
tissues results in death of the tissue.
Prolonged exposure can cause brain
damage or death. In high concentra-
tions, CO can be fatal within minutes.
The effects of CO in lower concentra-
tions are cumulative and can be just as
lethal over long periods of time.
Symptoms of CO poisoning include:
Itchy and watering eyes, flushed
appearance, throbbing temples, in-
ability to think coherently, ringing in
the ears, tightness across the chest,
headaches, drowsiness, nausea, dizzi-
ness, fatigue, vomiting, collapse, and
convulsions. If any of these symptoms
are evident, begin treatment immedi-
ately. Prompt action can make the
difference between life and death.
– Evacuate the area and move the vic-
tim to fresh air.
– Administer oxygen if available and
get medical help.
– Open all canvas enclosures to venti-
late the area.
– Investigate the source of CO and
take immediate corrective action.
– Be especially aware of other CO
sources which may be near boat.
Carbon Monoxide Accumulation
Following are examples of possible
situations where CO may accumu-
late within your boat while docked,
anchored, or underway. Become fa-
miliar with these examples and their
precautions to prevent personal injury
or death.
WARNING
Exhaust fumes! Generator or hull
exhaust from other vessels while
either docked or anchored can
emit poisonous CO gas and cause
excessive accumulation within
cabin and cockpit areas. Be alert
for generator exhaust from your
vessel or other vessels alongside.
Exhaust outlets near a pier, dock,
seawall or outlets blocked by any
other means can cause excessive
accumulation of poisonous CO gas
within cockpit area.
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VESSEL ALONGSIDE
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WARNING
Engine exhaust fumes contain carbon monoxide (CO) which can accumu-
late in and around the boat (under bimini top, in cockpit, etc.). CO can be
harmful or fatal if inhaled. Assure there is adequate ventilation whenever
running engine(s).
Boat houses, seawalls, and other boats in close proximity or confined areas can
contribute to increased CO levels. Operators must be aware that operation,
mooring, and anchoring in an area with other boats puts them in jeopardy of CO
accumulation from other sources. Likewise, a boat operator must be aware of
how exhaust from his boat will affect others. Operation of the engines while
moored may cause CO accumulation in your boat and those around you.
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CONFINED AREAS
Be sure to provide adequate ventilation. If the windshield has vents, open them
before getting underway to increase positive air flow and decrease the chances
of CO accumulation.
WARNING
Backdrafting! Under certain conditions, moving air currents can direct
poisonous CO fumes into boat. These fumes can accumulate to dangerous
levels without proper airflow. Provide adequate ventilation, redistribute
the load or bring boat out of high bow angle.
While underway, CO concentrations can increase by backdrafting or “the station
wagon effect”. Backdrafting is caused by factors such as relative wind direction,
speed, or the bow being too high. To prevent this, open canvas whenever possi-
ble to provide positive airflow through the hull.
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SPECIAL SAFETY MESSAGES
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WHILE UNDERWAY (BACKDRAFTING)
Even with the best boat design and construction, CO may still accumulate in
enclosed or confined areas under certain conditions. Continually observe passen-
gers for symptoms of CO poisoning.
CO Detector
It is strongly recommended that you
have CO detectors installed in boats
with canvas enclosures. Monitors are
available from your dealer. Monitors
should be professionally installed and
calibrated.
NOTE: A CO detector is not a gas fuel
vapor detector. Gas fuel vapor detec-
tors do not monitor the buildup of CO
in an enclosed area.
Do NOT Operate your Boat without
Performing the Following Checklist:
Each Boating Day
OPERATION ✔
Make sure you and your
passengers know where exhaust
outlets are located on the vessel
Educate all passengers about the
symptoms of co poisoning and
where CO may accumulate
When docked or rafting with
another boat, be aware of exhaust
emissions from the other boat
Confirm that water flows from the
exhaust outlet when the engine(s)
is (are) started
Listen for any change in exhaust
sound, which could indicate an
exhaust component failure
Test the operation of each CO
alarm by pressing the test button
(if so equipped)
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Water Sports
WARNING
Avoid Personal Injury! Your boat
is not designed for and should not
be used for pulling parasails, kites,
gliders, or any device which can
become airborne. Use boat only
for appropriate water sports.
WARNING
Teak Surfing is extremely danger-
ous to participants due to their
proximity to the rear of the boat
where direct contact with the ex-
haust fumes from the boat engine
is the highest. Carbon monoxide
poisoning can occur and result in
mental disorientation, dizziness,
drowsiness, and loss of conscious-
ness. The combination of carbon
monoxide exposure and non-use
of a life jacket (PFD) make this new
water recreation activity an incred-
ibly dangerous and potentially
deadly sport.
Water skiing, wakeboarding, or riding
a towed, inflatable apparatus are some
of the more popular water sports. Tak-
ing part in any water sport requires
increased safety awareness by the
participant and the boat operator. If
you have never pulled someone be-
hind your boat before, it is a good idea
to spend some hours as an observer,
working with and learning from an ex-
perienced driver. It is also important to
be aware of the skill and experience of
the person being pulled. Always have
a second person on board to observe
the person in the water so the driver
can concentrate on operating the boat.
Both the boat operator and observer
shouldmonitorthelocationofthe
towrope when participating in water-
sports. A slack tow rope can become
entangled with person(s) or objects
in the boat or in the water, particularly
when making a tight turn or circling,
and cause serious personal injury.
Everyone participating in a water sport
should observe these guidelines:
– Allow only capable swimmers to
take part in any water sport.
– Always wear an approved personal
flotation device (PFD). Wearing
a properly designed PFD helps a
stunned or unconscious person stay
afloat. A Type-IV water-ski vest is an
approved and practical PFD.
– Have a second person aboard to
observe the person being towed
and inform the driver about the par-
ticipant's hand signals. The driver
must give full attention to operating
the boat and the waters ahead.
– Be considerate to others you share
the water with.
– Never allow a person to “teak surf”
behind your boat. Do not tow a per-
soninanywatersportonashort
tow rope such that the person in-
hales exhaust fumes in concentra-
tion. Inhalation of concentrated ex-
haust fumes, which contain carbon
monoxide, can result in CO poison-
ing, personal injury and death.
– Give immediate attention to a per-
son who has fallen. He or she is
vulnerable in the water alone and
may not be seen by other boaters.
– Approachapersoninthewaterfrom
the lee side (opposite the direction
of the wind). Turn off the motor be-
fore coming close to the person.
– Turn off engine and anchor the boat
before swimming.
– Participate in water sports only
in safe areas. Stay away from
other boats, channels, beaches,
restricted areas, swimmers, and
heavily traveled waterways and un-
derwater obstructions.
– Swim only in areas designated as
safe for swimming. These are usu-
ally marked with a swim area buoy.
Do not swim alone or at night.
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SWIM AREA BUOY
1. Do not water ski between sunset
and sunrise. It is illegal in most
states.
2. Do not drive the boat directly behind
a water skier, tuber or wakeboarder.
At 40 km (25 mi), the boat will over-
take a person who falls in the water
60 m (200 ft) in front of your boat in
about 5 seconds.
3. Shut engine off and remove ignition
keywhenanyoneisinthewater
nearby.
4. Stay at least 45 m (150 ft) away
from areas marked by a diver down
float.
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DIVER DOWN FLOAT
WARNING
Avoid personal injury! Do not al-
low anyone near the jet pump or
intake grate, even when the en-
gine is off. Items such as long hair,
loose clothing or personal flota-
tion device straps can become en-
tangled in moving parts resulting
in serious injury or drowning. In
shallow water, shells, sand, peb-
bles or other objects could be
drawn up by the jet pump and be
thrown rearward.
For more information about water ski-
ing, please contact your local water ski
association.
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FASTER -
Palm of one hand pointing
upward.
SLOWER -
Palm pointing down. SPEED O - Arm upraised with thumb and
finger joined to form circle.
RIGHT TURN -
Arm outstretched pointing
to the right.
LEFT TURN -
Arm outstretched pointing
to the left.
RETURN TO DROP-OFF AREA -
Arm at 45 degree from body
pointing down to water and
swinging.
CUT MOTOR -
Finger drawn across
throat.
STOP -
Hand up, palm forward,
policeman style.
S IER O .
AFTER THE FALL -
Hands clenched
together overhead.
PIC ME UP
OR FALLEN S IER,
WATCH OUT -
One ski extended
vertically out of water.
SKIING SIGNALS
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SPECIAL SAFETY MESSAGES
Hypothermia
Hypothermia, the loss of body heat
to the water, is a significant cause of
deaths in boating accidents. After an
individual has succumbed to hypother-
mia, he or she will lose consciousness
and then drown.
PFDs can increase survival time be-
cause of the insulation they provide.
Naturally, the warmer the water, the
less insulation one will require. When
operating in cold water (below 4.4°C
(40°F)) consideration should be given
to using a coat or jacket style PFD as
they cover more of the body than the
vest style PFDs.
Some points to remember about hy-
pothermia protection:
1. While afloat in the water, do not
attempt to swim unless it is to
reach a nearby boat, fellow sur-
vivor, or a floating object on which
you can lean or climb. Unneces-
sary swimming increases the rate
of body heat loss. In cold water,
drown-proof methods that require
putting your head in the water are
not recommended. Keep your
head out of the water. This will
greatly lessen heat loss and in-
crease your survival time.
2. Keep a positive attitude about your
survival and rescue. This will im-
prove your chances of extending
your survival time until rescue.
Your will to live does make a dif-
ference!
3. If there is more than one person
in the water, huddling is recom-
mendedwhilewaitingtoberes-
cued. This action tends to reduce
the rate of heat loss and thus in-
crease the survival time.
4. Always wear your PFD. It won't
help you fight off the effects of hy-
pothermia if you don't have it on
when you go into the water.
Voluntary Inspections
Boating officials in many countries or
their auxiliaries offer courtesy inspec-
tions to check out your boat. They will
check for compliance with safety stan-
dards and required safety equipment.
You may voluntarily consent to one of
these inspections, and you are allowed
time to make corrections without pros-
ecution. Check with the competent
authorities for details.
Safe Boating Courses
Many countries recommend or require
a boating safety course. Check with
your local competent authorities.
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