Nautique SPORT NAUTIQUE 216 - Manual (Page 127)

Correct Craft, Inc. 6-4
Boat Planing
The performance of your Correct Craft boat depends on load
weight and distribution. Distribute weight evenly, from bow to
stern, and also from port to starboard.
Overloading of passengers, personal equipment and supplies could
result in an accident, especially in rough waters. Maintain a
balanced load at all times.
If your boat is equipped with a ballast tank or loaded, loss of
horizon may occur when you begin to plane your boat. Get on
plane immediately to restore the vision of your path. DO NOT
operate your boat if the loss of horizon prevents you from operating
it safely.
Pre-Operation Checks
It is the owner’s responsibility to check all of the items listed below
to be certain all preparation steps are completed before you use
your boat. Checking these items periodically will soon become a
habit. If leaks or other abnormal conditions are found, stop using
the boat and contact your Correct Craft dealer to have the problem
corrected.
Get into the habit of performing these checks in the same order
each time so that it becomes routine.
• Make sure to check all safety items.
• Check that drain plug is properly installed.
• Check condition of propeller.
• Check that all batteries are fully charged and at the proper
level.
Section 6
Do not operate the boat if any problem is
found during this inspection. A problem could lead to an
accident during the outing causing severe injury or
death. Have any problem repaired by your Correct Craft.
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