1 SAFETY INFORMATION
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SAFETY
INFORMATION
The safe use and operation of this
boat is dependent upon the use of
proper operating techniques, as well
as upon the common sense, good
judgment, and expertise of the oper-
ator. Every operator should know
the following requirements before
operating the boat.
Before operating the boat, read the
Owner’s/Operator’s Manual, the
Operation Instruction Card, and all
warning and caution labels on the
boat. Also, watch the Basic
Orientation Video provided with your
boat. These materials should give
you an understanding of the boat
and its operation.
Never allow anyone to operate this
boat until they too have read the
Owner’s/Operator’s Manual, the
Operation Instruction Card, and all
warning and caution labels, and if
possible watched the Basic
Orientation Video. Showing them
the video may help reinforce the
information contained in these
materials.
LIMITATIONS ON WHO MAY
OPERATE THE BOAT
Yamaha recommends a minimum
operator age of 16 years old.
Adults must supervise use by
minors.
Know the operator age and training
requirements for your state. A boat-
ing safety course is recommended
and may be required in your state.
You can find local rules by contact-
ing the United States Coast Guard
(USCG), the National Association of
State Boating Law Administrators,
or your local Power Squadron.
This boat is designed to carry the
operator, up to 8 passengers, and
cargo. Never exceed the maximum
load limit or allow more than 9 per-
sons (or 8 persons if a water skier is
being pulled) to ride in the boat at
one time. Weight distribution affects
performance. Keep weight in the
boat low and evenly distributed from
side-to-side and front-to-back.
Remove any unnecessary cargo
and store it on shore.
Maximum Load: 1674 lb. (759 kg) is
the maximum total weight of per-
sons on board.
1840 lb. (834 kg) is the maximum
total weight of persons and cargo.
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