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Lightning will seek a ground when it strikes. Avoid con-
tact with metal parts such as bow rails, control handle, or
windshield.
3.
4.
Check the bilge water level and bilge pump opera-
tion. Check the engine and drive fluid levels. Look
for other signs of potential problems. Check for the
scent of fuel fumes.
A - 7 DRUGSANDALCOHOL
Activate the Bilge Blower. Check the blower output.
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.
Gasoline vapors can explode resulting in injury
or death. Before starting the engine, check
enginecompartmentbilgeforgasolineorvapors.
Operateblowerforfourminutes,andverifyblower
operation. ALWAYS run the blower when the
vessel is operating below cruising speed.
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.
5.
6.
Ensure an adequate amount of fuel is on board.
Be sure you have sufficient water and other provi-
sions on board for the cruise planned.
It is a federal offense to operate a boat while intoxicated.
Criminal penalties may include the termination of operat-
ingprivilegesforuptooneyear. Manystateshavepassed
similar laws.
7.
Leaveawrittenmessagelistingdetailsoftheplanned
cruise with a close friend ashore.
B. After Starting The Engine
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.
1.
2.
3.
Visibly check the engine to be sure there are no ap-
parent water or oil leaks.
Check the gauges. Make sure the oil pressure, wa-
ter temperature, voltmeter, etc. are reading normally.
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.
Have a safe cruise and enjoy yourself.
Always be sure to raise the anchor and ensure
the chain stop is engaged prior to operating your
boat. Failure to raise and secure anchor before
getting underway could result in damage to boat
and even severe injury or death from a rebound-
ing anchor.
A - 8 PRE-CRUISESYSTEMCHECK
Before leaving the dock, the following items should be
checked:
A. Before Starting The Engine
1.
2.
Check the weather forecast. Determine if the cruise
planned can be made safely.
A - 9
ENGINEOPERATIONALPROCEDURES
Notice: Additional engine information is
located in Section S.
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.
A. Before Starting
1.
Check the engine compartment for water, gas, and/
or oil leaks of any kind. Keep the bilge in a clean
condition to prevent blower and bilge pump damage,
and fire hazards.
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| Categories | Four Winns Manuals, Four Winns Vista Manuals, Outboard Marine Corporation Manuals |
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| Tags | Four Winns Vista 378 |
| Model Year | 2005 |
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| Document Type | Owner's Manual |
| Language | English |
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| Publisher | fourwinns.com |
| Wikipedia's Page | Outboard Marine Corporation |
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