NorthStar 120RF Manual

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NORTHSTAR MANUAL18If the trim angle is too high, the boat will have a bow up attitude and willplane much harder.Typically negative trim is useful in getting the boat up on plane. Afterthe boat starts planning, trim must be adjusted up to the mostefficient setting.8.8. FIRST OPERATING HOURSPlease consult your outboard’s owner’s manual for the break-inrecommendations and use the break-in period to get used to your boat.Do not operate at high speed while in congested high traffic waterways orin weather and sea conditions of reduced visibility, high winds or largewaves. Reduce speed and wake as courtesy and as safety considerationto yourself and others. Observe and obey speed limit and no wake zones.Observe Right of Way as defined by Rules of the Road and required byCOLREGS. Always be certain to have sufficient distance to stop ormaneuver if required to avoid collisions.9. SAFETYThe NorthStar motorboat can reach very high speeds. Therefore, it shouldbe handled by trained and/or experienced persons only. Do not leaveuntrained persons or children without supervision on board. Do not let theignition key on the boat.Maneuverability at high speeds is limited. Sudden turns may cause loss ofcontrol. Reduce speed before making sharp turns in either direction.Important safety warnings are found throughout this manual. Please readthem carefully.9.1. OPERATOR'S RESPONSIBILITIESYour water fun depends on you, your equipment and other people who,like yourself, enjoy spending leisure time on, in or near the water. Let'stake a look at your responsibilities:• Make sure the boat is in top operating condition and that there areno tripping hazards. The boat should be free of fire hazards andhave clean bilges.• Safety equipment, required by law, is on board, maintained in goodcondition, and you know how to properly use these devices.• Inform a relative or friend where you are heading.• Have a complete knowledge of the operation and handlingcharacteristics of your boat.• Know your position and know where you are going.• Maintain a safe speed at all times to avoid collision.• Avoid sudden manouvres at speed.