Malibu Boats Wakesetter 20VTX 2019 Owner's Manual

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Fire ExtinguisherA portable fire extinguisher is required if your boat has an inboardengine, or when fuel is stored in closed stowage compartments.Approved fire extinguishers are classified by a letter symbol,either B-I or B-II with the B designating that the material willextinguish flammable liquids such asgasoline, oil, etc. B-I extinguishersare required for boats less than 26feet in length. Check periodically toensure that the extinguisher is inworking condition and fully charged.Check local, state and federalagencies as to laws and regulations.Horn or WhistleAll boats over 16 feet (4.8 meters) in length must be equippedwith an operable horn or whistle. Test the operation of the hornperiodically, so as to make sure it will sound when you actually needto alert someone or another boat. The following are standard signalswhen using a whistle or a horn:• One prolonged blast: Warning.• One short blast: Pass on my port (left) side.• Two short blasts: Pass on my starboard (right) side.• Three short blasts: My engines are in reverse.• Five or more blasts: Danger!Bilge Pump(s)Bilge pump(s) are installed in your boat to remove water that mayaccumulate in the bilge. Know the location of the pump(s), wherethey discharge, and where switches are located. Typically there aremanual switch and/or an automatic switch position(s). On boatsequipped with the Viper II system, the bilge pumps are controlled viathe touch screen for manual operation. Periodically test the operationof bilge pumps by activating the manual switch and observingthe water discharge. It is best to leave the bilge pump switches inautomatic mode, so as to not allow excess water to unknowinglyaccumulate in the bilge of your boat. If your bilge pump comes ontoo frequently or continuously, investigate the source of leakingwater (check for hull damage, hose or piping leaks, missing drainplug, exhaust system or ballast system failures, etc.), and/or returnto shore. Excess water in the bilge of your boat can cause loss ofengine power, sinking, and/or capsizing.Visual Distress SignalsAll vessels used on coastal waters, the Great Lakes, territorialseas, and those waters connected directly to them up to a pointwhere a body of water is greater than two miles wide, must beequipped with USCG approved visual distress signals. Your dealeror local authorities can help you select appropriate visual distresssignals for your area.If you are required to carry distress signals, you must have threeUSCG-approved pyrotechnic devices. Be sure they are in serviceablecondition, not exceeding theexpiration date and stored ina cool, dry location in a red ororange waterproof container.Pyrotechnic signaling devices can cause fire and/or explosion, death, serious injury, and propertydamage if improperly handled. Follow the pyrotechnicmanufacturer’s directions.Recommended Safety EquipmentAs a precaution, a prudent boater will avoid potential problemson an outing by having additional equipment on board. Normally, thisequipment is dependent on the size and type of the body of waterand the length of the trip. Your dealer can assist you in acquiring thisadditional equipment.We recommend the following equipment:• First aid kit and manual• Anchor with at least 75 feet (23 meters) of line• Mooring lines and fenders• Bailing device (bucket, hand pump)• Combination paddle/boat hook• Local charts and compass• Day/night distress signals• Waterproof flashlight and spare batteries• Cellular phone• Waterproof container for cell phone• GPS Global Positioning System• Binoculars• Portable AM/FM radio with weather band2019 Malibu Boats, LLC Owner’s Manual • Page 12https://www.boat-manuals.com/