General information G Attach the engine stop switch lanyard cord to a secure place on your clothing, or your arm or leg while operating. If you acciden- tally leave the helm, the cord will pull from the switch, stopping the engine. er operation before starting the engine. National Marine Manufacturers Associa- tion (NMMA) 401 N. Michigan Ave. Chicago, Il 60611 Marine Retailers Association of America 155 N. Michigan Ave. Chicago, Il 60601 G Know the marine laws and regulations where you will be boating—and obey them. For basic boating rules, see “Rules of the road” on page 4. EMU25380 Important labels EMU25395 Warning labels G Stay informed about the weather.
Check weather forecasts before boating. Avoid boating in hazardous weather. G Tell someone where you are going: leave a Float Plan with a responsible person. Be sure to cancel the Float Plan when you re- turn. G Use common sense and good judgment when boating. Know your abilities, and be sure you understand how your boat han- dles under the different boating conditions you may encounter. Operate within your limits, and the limits of your boat. Always operate at safe speeds, and keep a careful watch for obstacles and other traffic. ZMU04620 G Always watch carefully for swimmers dur- ing the engine operation. G Stay away from swimming areas.
G When a swimmer is in the water near you shift into neutral and shut off the engine. Be informed about boating safety. Additional publications and information can be obtained from many organizations, including the fol- lowing: United States Coast Guard Consumer Affairs Staff (G-BC) Office of Boating, Public, and Consumer Af- fairs U.S. Coast Guard Headquarters Washington, D.C. 20593-0001 Boating Safety Hotline: 1-800-368-5647 ZMU01948 EMU25401 Label EWM01260 G Be sure shift control is in neutral before starting engine. (except 2HP) G Do not touch or remove electrical parts when starting or during operation.
G Keep hands, hair, and clothes away from flywheel and other rotating parts 3 WARNING