2.
3.
Be sure all necessary safety equipment is on board
and operative. This includes items such as the run-
ning lights, horn, spotlight, life saving devices, etc.
DO NOT swim or dangle legs or arms into the
water during a lightning storm. Stay out of the
water!
Check the bilge water level and bilge pump operation.
Checktheengineanddrivefluidlevels. Lookforother
signs of potential problems. Check for the scent of
fuel fumes.
Lightning will seek a ground when it strikes. Avoid con-
tact with metal parts such as bow rails, control handle, or
windshield.
4.
Activate the Bilge Blower. Check the blower output.
A - 7 DRUGSANDALCOHOL
Gasoline vapors can explode resulting in injury
or death. Before starting the engine, check en-
gine compartment bilge for gasoline or vapors.
Operateblowerforfourminutes,andverifyblower
operation. ALWAYS run the blower when the
vessel is operating below cruising speed.
Please keep in mind that along with the fun of boating
comes responsibility. As the owner or operator of a plea-
sure boat, you are obligated (morally and legally) to use
goodjudgementwhileunderwayinprovidingforthesafety
and well-being of your passengers and other boaters
around you.
5.
6.
Ensure an adequate amount of fuel is on board.
A common and flagrant violation of good judgement and
the law by mariners involves the use of alcohol or drugs.
Each year, about half of all accidents involving fatalities
involve the use of alcohol or drugs.
Besureyouhavesufficientwaterandotherprovisions
on board for the cruise planned.
7.
Leave a written message listing details of the planned
cruise with a close friend ashore.
It is a federal offense to operate a boat while intoxicated.
Criminal penalties may include the termination of operat-
ingprivilegesforuptooneyear. Manystateshavepassed
similar laws.
B. After Starting The Engine
1.
2.
3.
Visibly check the engine to be sure there are no ap-
parent water or oil leaks.
Alcohol or drugs have an inhibiting effect on the judge-
ment and reaction time of the boat operator and his/her
passengers. Heed the advice of experts and statisti-
cians...DONOTdrinkorusedrugswhenoperatingaboat.
NEVER allow an obviously intoxicated person to take the
helm.
Check the gauges. Make sure the oil pressure, water
temperature, voltmeter, etc. are reading normally.
Have a safe cruise and enjoy yourself.
Have fun in your Four Winns® boat but also, have the
good sense to be mentally alert and physically capable
of operating the boat in a safe manner.
A - 9
ENGINEOPERATIONALPROCEDURES
Notice: Consult engine manual. Addi-
tional engine information is located in
Section T.
A - 8 PRE-CRUISESYSTEMCHECK
A. Before Starting
Before leaving the dock, the following items should be
checked:
1.
Check the engine compartment for water, gas, and/or
oil leaks of any kind. Keep the bilge in a clean condi-
tion to prevent blower and bilge pump damage, and
firehazards.
A. Before Starting The Engine
1.
Check the weather forecast. Determine if the cruise
planned can be made safely.
2.
Checkthefluidlevelsoftheengineoilandpowersteer-
ing system daily. Fill oil or steering fluid as required
by the indications on the dip sticks. Refer to Table 1:
Freedom™/Horizon™ Owner’s Manual
Section A
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