Hobie SPORT CRUISER 21 - Manual (Page 27)

water to remove salt, grime, or other foreign
material. This will help prevent metal parts
from corroding.
When not using your boat, keep the trampoline
and hulls covered to protect them from the
damaging rays of the sun. Remove the
trampoline when storing your boat for the
winter and keep it indoors.
Carefully inspect all metal parts, fittings and
wires for signs of stress and wear as you rig
your boat before each sail. If a wire is frayed or
corroded, replace it! All replacement parts
should meet factory specifications and are
readily available from your local dealer.
After a high-speed capsize, or a pounding in
the surf, completely examine your boat for any
signs of damage. Look at the crossbar to hull
area, the rudder system and any other part of
the boat that might have sustained damage.
When storing your boat for the winter, cover it
with an opaque sheet of plastic. Form the
plastic into an A-frame. By tenting your boat,
you will prevent snow, leaves and other debris
from accumulating on the hulls.
WARNING: Be sure no water lies in the
hulls or the wing sockets. Freezing water
in those areas could cause hull damage.
Regular cleaning, waxing and polishing will
keep your boat looking good for years to
come.
REMEMBER TO SEND IN YOUR
WARRANTY CARD!
32 SAFETY
EVERY SAILOR MUST TAKE
RESPONSIBILITY FOR INSURING THEIR
SAFETY, AS WELL AS THEIR
PASSENGERS SAFETY, ON THE WATER.
32.1 Always wear a personal flotation device
(PFD) and make sure that your crew does the
same!
32.2 Never sail alone!
32.3 Make sure that someone on shore knows
where you are sailing and when you plan to
return!
32.4 Never sail in threatening wind or water
conditions!
32.5 Do not sail in wind or water conditions
that are beyond your sailing abilities! If in
doubt, don't go out!
32.6 Do not overload the boat or wings!
32.7 Always carry boat righting lines and
equipment! Righting water bags and shroud
extenders are recommended.
32.8 Sail within sight of the land! Be especially
cautious on large bodies of water.
32.9 Always watch out for overhead power
lines!
32.10 For more information about boating, or
available classes and seminars in your area,
call the toll-free boating education hotline at 1-
800-336-2628(BOAT). You may also write to
your state boating authority, local power
squadron, or the U.S. Coast Guard, Office of
Boating, Public and Consumer Affairs,
Washington,D.C. 20593.
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