2.
Be sure all necessary safety equipment is on
board and operative. This includes items such
as the running 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!
3.
Conduct an engine and engine room general
inspection. Check the bilge water level and bilge
pump operation. Check the engine oil level,
coolant level and drive-unit oil level. Look for other
signs of potential problems such as leaks and
conduct function checks. Check for the scent of
fuel fumes.
Lightning will seek a ground when it strikes. Avoid
contact with metal parts such as bow rails, control
handle, or windshield.
A - 7 DRUGS AND ALCOHOL
4.
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
pleasure boat, you are obligated (morally and legally)
to use good judgement while underway in providing
for the safety and well-being of your passengers and
other boaters around you.
Fuel vapors can explode resulting in injury or
death. Before starting the engine, check
engine compartment bilge for fuel or vapors.
Operate blower for four minutes, and verify
blower 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 boaters involves the use of alcohol or
drugs. Each year, about half of all accidents involving
fatalities involve the use of alcohol or drugs.
It is a federal offense to operate a boat while intoxi-
cated. Criminal penalties may include the termination
of operating privileges for up to one year. Many states
have passed similar laws.
5.
Ensure an adequate amount of fuel is on board.
6.
Be sure you have sufficient water and other
provisions on board for the cruise planned.
Alcohol or drugs have an inhibiting effect on the
judgement and reaction time of the boat operator
and his/her passengers. Heed the advice of experts
and statisticians...DO NOT drink or use drugs when
operating a boat. NEVER allow an obviously
intoxicated person to take the helm.
7.
Leave a written message listing details of the
planned cruise with a close friend ashore.
B. After Starting The Engine
1.
2.
Visibly check the engine to be sure there are no
apparent water or oil leaks.
Have fun in your Four Winns boat, but also have
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the good sense to be mentally alert and physically
capable of operating the boat in a safe manner.
Check the displays . Make sure the oil pressure,
water temperature, voltmeter, etc. are reading
normally.
A - 8 PRE-CRUISE SYSTEMS CHECK
3.
Have a safe cruise and enjoy yourself.
Before leaving the dock, the following items should
be checked:
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 rebounding anchor.
A. Before Starting The Engine
1.
Check the weather forecast. Determine if the
cruise planned can be made safely.
Operation - Section A
Owner’s Manual Page 18
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| Model Year | 2008 |
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