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OPERATION
Pre-Starting Check List
Operator knows safe navigation, boating, and operating proce-
dures.
An approved personal flotation device of suitable size for each
person aboard and readily accessible (it is the law).
A ring type life buoy or buoyant cushion designed to be thrown to
a person in the water.
Know your boats maximum load capacity. Look at the boat capac-
ity plate.
Fuel supply OK.
Fuel mixture OK.
Arrange passengers and load in the boat so the weight is distrib-
uted evenly and everyone is seated in a proper seat.
Tell someone where you are going and when you expect to return.
It is illegal to operate a boat while under the influence of alcohol
or drugs.
Know the waters and area you will be boating; tides, currents,
sand bars, rocks, and other hazards.
Make inspection checks listed in the Inspection and Maintenance
Schedule. Refer to Maintenance Section.
Special Operating Instructions
OPERATING IN FREEZING TEMPERATURES
When using your outboard or having your outboard moored in freez-
ing or near freezing temperature, keep the outboard tilted down at all
times so the gear case is submerged. This prevents trapped water
in gear case from freezing and causing possible damage to the water
pump and other components.
If there is a chance of ice forming on the water, the outboard should
be removed and drained completely of water. If ice should form at the
water level inside the outboard drive shaft housing, it will block water
flow to the engine causing possible damage.
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