an observer, working with and learning from an experi-
enced driver. It is also important to be aware of the
skill and experience of the person being pulled. Al-
ways have a second person on board to observe the
person in the water so the driver can concentrate on
operating the boat.
A. Water Sport Guidelines
Everyone participating in a water sport should observe
these guidelines:
1.
2.
Allow only capable swimmers to take part in any
water sport.
Always wear a personal floatation device (PFD)
approved by the U.S. Coast Guard. Wearing a prop-
erly designed PFD helps a stunned or unconscious
person stay afloat.
3.
4.
Be considerate of others you share the water with.
Give immediate attention to a person who has fallen.
He or she is vulnerable in the water alone and may
not be seen by other boaters.
5.
Approach a person in the water from the lee side
(opposite the direction of the wind). Turn off the
motor at least a boat length from the person.
6.
7.
Turn engine off and anchor before swimming.
Always participate in water sports in safe areas.
Stay away from other boats, beaches, restricted
areas, swimmers and heavily traveled waterways.
Figure J13: Lateral Aids as Seen Entering
From Seaward
8.
Swim only in areas designated as safe for swim-
ming. These are usually marked with a swim area
buoy (see Figure J14). Do not swim alone or at
night.
J - 14 WATER SPORTS
Personal Injury!
Four Winns boats are not designed for and
should not be used for pulling parasails, kites,
gliders or any device which can become air-
borne. Use boat only for appropriate water
sports.
Water skiing, kneeboarding, or riding a towed, inflat-
able apparatus are some of the more popular water
sports. Taking part in any water sport requires increased
safety awareness by the participant and the boat op-
erator. If you have never pulled someone behind your
boat before, it is a good idea to spend some hours as
Figure J14: Swim Area Buoy
Owner’s Manual
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