Malibu Boats Sportster Series User Manual

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1-1Chapter 1BOATING SAFETYAt Malibu, safety is not an option!General PrecautionsYour Malibu boat has been constructed to meet all U.S. Coast Guard and National MarineManufacturers Association (N.M.M.A.) requirements. However, it is still yourresponsibility as the boat owner to ensure the boat is always operated in a safe fashion.U.S. Coast Guard regulations require certain safety equipment be present on your boatduring operation. Besides the U.S. Coast Guard regulations, other local and/orinternational law enforcement agencies may have similar requirements. You should checkwith your local marine enforcement agency regarding any such requirements before usingthe waterways.It is not intended for this manual to be a replacement for a course on boating safety. It ishighly recommended that if you are unfamiliar with the use and operation of a boat, youseek advice and training from a qualified individual or organization. Check with yourlocal boating agency or Malibu dealer for more information about boating safety classesin your area.Safety StatementsThroughout this manual, specific precautions and symbols identify safety relatedinformation. Follow these precautions as indicated.The Safety Alert symbol means Attention! Become Alert! Your Safety IsInvolved!Indicates an imminently hazardous situation that, if notavoided, will result in death or serious injury.Indicates a potentially hazardous situation that, if notavoided, could result in death or serious injury.Indicates a potentially hazardous situation that, if not avoided,could result in minor or moderate injury or property damage. Itmay also be used to alert against unsafe practices.Notice: Indicates installation, operation or maintenance informationwhich is important but not hazard related.1