Walker Bay Generation 450 Instruction Manual

OWNER’S SAFETY MANUAL
Luxury Console RIBs
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TABLE OF CONTENTS ...........................................................................................................................................
INTRODUCTION .......................................................................................................................................................
BOATING SAFETY SIGNS & SYMBOLS ...........................................................................................................
MANUFACTURER’S STATEMENT OF ORIGIN (MSO) ...............................................................................
WARRANTY & WARRANTY REGISTRATION ..............................................................................................
DESIGN CATEGORIES .. .........................................................................................................................................
TYPICAL FEATURES AND DECK PLANS .........................................................................................................
MATERIALS .................................................................................................................................................................
OPERATOR INSTRUCTIONS ...............................................................................................................................
MAINTENANCE .........................................................................................................................................................
ENVIRONMENT .........................................................................................................................................................
STORAGE ....................................................................................................................................................................
MOTORING .................................................................................................................................................................
SAFETY EQUIPMENT ..............................................................................................................................................
CHECKLIST BEFORE OPERATING ....................................................................................................................
EMERGENCY PROCEDURES ................................................................................................................................
TOWING ......................................................................................................................................................................
BEACHING ..................................................................................................................................................................
ANCHORING - MOORING ....................................................................................................................................
DAVITS - CRADLES .................................................................................................................................................
TRANSPORTING BY ROAD ..................................................................................................................................
INFLATION .................................................................................................................................................................
OPERATION OF VALVES .......................................................................................................................................
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM ..........................................................................................................................................
NAVIGATION LIGHTS ............................................................................................................................................
STEERING SYSTEM ................................................................................................................................................
FUEL SYSTEM ...........................................................................................................................................................
REPAIRS ......................................................................................................................................................................
WARRANTY ................................................................................................................................................................
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REPLACEMENT WARNING LABEL LIST

Congratulations on your purchase of a Walker Bay Rigid Inflatable Boat (RIB). Walker Bay RIBs are the benchmark in luxury
console RIBs. They combine elegant styling with quality materials and components. With their modified, variable V fiberglass
hulls they provide a smooth ride and easy planning. The spacious interior of their wide-body designs are extremely
comfortable and afford generous space for crew and gear.
Welcome to the future of luxury console RIBs.
ABOUT THIS OWNER'S SAFETY MANUAL
PLEASE KEEP THIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND YOUR MSO IN A SECURE PLACE AND HAND IT OVER WHEN
YOU SELL THE CRAFT TO THE NEW OWNER.

WARRANTY AND WARRANTY REGISTRATION
The operator is responsible for knowledge of federal, state or local regulations concerning operation requirements. For
example: safety equipment, discharge of oil, speed, noise, wake etc.
Your MSO should be provided to you by your dealer. Keep your MSO in a safe place. You will need it to register your boat with your
state or province. Hand the MSO to the new owner if you sell the boat. If your MSO is lost or stolen contact Walker Bay at
[e-mail] for a replacement. Note: There is an administrative fee for issuing replacement MSO’s.
MANUFACTURERS STATEMENT OF ORIGIN
For information on the Limited Warranty and Extended Warranty coverage see the WALKER BAY® LUXURY CONSOLE RIB LIMITED
WARRANTY included with this manual or go to www.walkerbay.com.
IMPORTANT
?FAQ? Where do I find the HIN/CIN on the boat?
Answer: The Hull Identification Number or Craft Identification Number can be found
on the starboard/right outside of the transom of your boat.
?FAQ? What model year is my boat?
Answer: The model year is the last two digits of your HIN/CIN which can be found
on the starboard/right outside of the transom of your boat.
Submit your warranty registration yourself by completing the Warranty Registration/Boat Owner Registration Form
online at: www.walkerbay.com/warranty/
Registering your warranty provides Walker Bay with your contact information in case of warranty or service
notifications. The Federal Safety Act of 1971 provides for defect notification to the first purchaser. Failure to
register your purchase with Walker Bay constitutes waiver of the right to defect notification.
Registering your warranty will speed up your claim and reduce the paperwork needed to process your claim
should you require warranty service in the future.
We strongly recommend that you register your warranty to extended your warranty coverage as defined in the
WALKER BAY® LUXURY CONSOLE RIB LIMITED WARRANTY.

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DESIGN CATEGORIES
A - Ocean - Designed for extended voyages where conditions may exceed wind force 8 (Beaufort scale)
and significant wave heights of 4 meters and above, and vessels largely self-sufficient;
B - Offshore - Designed for offshore voyages where conditions up to, and including, wind force 8 and
significant wave heights up to, and including, 4 meters may be experienced;
C - Inshore - Designed for voyages in coastal waters, large bays, estuaries, lakes and rivers
where conditions up to, and including, wind force 6 and significant wave heights up to, and
including, 2 meters may be experienced;
D - Sheltered waters - Designed for voyages on small lakes, rivers, and canals where conditions up
to, and including, wind force 4 and significant wave heights up to, and including, 0.5 meters may be
experienced.

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YOUR BOAT - TYPICAL FEATURES AND DECK PLANS
Generation 450 shown.
Actual features and deck plan will vary by model and year of boat and are subject to change witout notice.

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YOUR BOAT - TYPICAL FEATURES AND DECK PLANS
Generation 450 shown.
Actual features and deck plan will vary by model and year of boat and are subject to change witout notice.
*Replace capacity and warning labels if they become damaged, faded or illegible.
For reordering and replacement of labels contact Walker Bay Customer Service.
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MATERIALS
Walker Bay® uses materials and fabric from the world’s most respected manufacturers. We take extra care in our
construction to create a line of boats you can depend on.
ORCA CSM
®Walker Bay uses the finest ORCA® CSM material available. Four layers of calendared sheets offer
guaranteed air-tightness and optimal adhesion of rubbers. This combination of materials provides improved resistance
against weathering, chemicals and abrasions. The tubes are bonded using a three-layer gluing process with all seams
internally and externally butted for maximum reliability.
PREMIUM FIBERGLASS - Walker Bay
®uses top quality FRP (Fiber Reinforced Polymer) to build a hull that is both
stiff and strong in tension and compression, which is important to the performance of the boat. A fine glossy gelcoat
not only creates a glossy, high-lustre, ultra-smooth finish, but provides maximum durability as well.
A - Fuel Tank Cap
B - Deck Floor
C - Transom
D - Rub Rail
E - Drain plug
F - Motor Mount
G - Center Console
H - Step
I - Hauling Handle
J - Davit Lifting Points
*K - Capacity Label
L - Hull ID (CIN) Number
M - Stern Storage Compartment
N - Valves (3-5 depending on model)
O - Handles (not for tying or davits)
P - Navigation Lights (red and green)
Q - Navigation Light Mount (for 360 owhite light)
R - Seats, Cushions and Under-seat Storage Compartments
S - Stainless Steel Hand Rails
T - Bow Eye for Towing
U - Stern Steps
V - Stern Boarding Ladder
W - Pop-up Cleats
X - Retractable Ski Post
Y - Console Handrail
Z - Permanent and Retractable Cup Holders

Do not exceed maximum recommended number of persons.
Do not exceed maximum weight capacity. Regardless of number of persons on board, total weight of
persons and equipment must not exceed maximum weight capacity.
Step or climb into boat. Do not jump into boat. Board one person at a time. Load gear after boarding.
Load and board craft carefully. Distribute loads to maintain design trim (approximately level). Avoid placing
heavy weights high up or standing.
Sit inside boat. When motoring all passengers should sit inside boat or on seat(s) provided, not on tubes.
Passengers sitting on tubes can fall overboard.
Use handholds provided. When operating boat all passengers should use handholds provided. Passengers
not using handholds can fall overboard.
Children and non-swimmers must wear lifejackets or PFDs when boarding and when onboard.
Inspect and monitor onboard loads to prevent chafing or puncture of tube.
All boats in this owner’s manual are ISO design category “C” Inshore - Designed for voyages in coastal waters, large
bays, estuaries, lakes and rivers where conditions up to, and including, wind force 6 and significant wave heights up
to, and including, 2m. may be experienced.
BEWARE OF OFFSHORE WINDS AND CURRENTS
Check weather forecasts and obtain local knowledge of marine environment and weather conditions prior
to and during voyage.
Carry appropriate safety equipment (see SAFETY EQUIPMENT). Marine weather can change quickly.
Use extreme caution when motoring in darkness. Turn on your navigation lights in low light conditions.
Check with local marine authorities on regulations on navigation lights.
Wrecks, reefs, rocky shores,sandbars, and shallows are hazardous and should be avoided or approached
with extreme caution.