Speeding and Noise
Some states and boating areas have imposed speed limits for operation of boats,
including but not limited to no-wake zones. Noise regulations may also be imposed. It
is the responsibility of the boat operator to be familiar with any and all laws and regula-
tions and to obey them. The U.S. Coast Guard is an excellent source for this information,
including penalties for failure to observe the requirements.
Radios-Telephones
Improper use of a radio-telephone is a criminal oense. The use of obscene, inde-
cent or profane language during radio communications is punishable by a $10,000 fine,
imprisonment for two years or both. Other penalties exist for misuse of a radio, such as
improper use of Channel 16 VHF-FM. Channel 16 is a calling and distress channel. It is not
to be used for conversation or radio checks. Such communications should be conducted
on an authorized channel.
Refuse and Pollution
Note that there are stringent requirements regarding pollution, discharge of oil,
discharge of garbage and the operation and discharge from sanitation devices. It is the
boat owner’s and operator’s responsibility to determine what the laws and regulations
are and to ensure that those laws and regulations are respected and enforced.
Details are available through the Coast Guard.
The above information details requirements within the United States territorial
waters. Boats operated under other autonomous governmental agencies throughout the
world will have their own legal requirements, including the international MARPOL Treaty.
Boat owners and operators are responsible for determining what those requirements
are and complying with them, regardless of the owner/operator’s citizenship.
This Owner’s Manual has been developed to help ensure an enjoyable experience
as you boat, wakeboard and ski with a fabulous MasterCraft boat. As stated earlier, this
information is not all-inclusive. There are many factors to consider and additional infor-
mation that you need to research before undertaking any boating activity.
In addition to reading this Owner’s Manual and other related material, and familiar-
izing yourself with the proper operation of the MasterCraft boat, you should also always
use common sense when boating.
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