Walker Bay Genesis 310 FTL Handbuch Seite 14

TOWING
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WARNING
Keep clear of tow line. If tow line comes free or breaks, recoil can
cause injury.
Do not tow with people in boat. They can fall overboard.
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CAUTION
When towing inflatable behind another boat, use bow eye on hull or D-ring(s)
on sides of tube (see FEATURES & DECK PLANS).
Do not tow with the bow handle.
Use a double tow line when towing behind another boat. The second line
acts as a backup in case one line breaks or comes undone.
Allow at least two boat lengths between boats.
Use judgment to determine the ideal length between boats, consider size of
waves and wake.
Use line intended for towing, ask your dealer to select correct line for your
application (Do not tow with three stranded nylon).
Towing line should have minimum breaking strength equal to 4 times weight
boat being towed.
Fasten boat securely and observe continuously.
Avoid towing tender long distances. When traveling long distances or in
rough weather stow boat on deck.
Empty inflatable before towing.
Do not tow with outboard motor installed. Remove outboard motor before
towing and stow on mother vessel.
Do not use a tow line with signs of wear. Check tow lines for wear with each
use.
Keep tow lines clear of propellers.
Keep hands and feet clear of tow lines. Do not hold tow line while towing.
Be prepared to cast loose or cut tow line if necessary.
Do not tow at high speeds or while planing.
Do not attach tow line to fixtures or points not intended for towing, such as
handles.
BEACHING
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CAUTION
Approach land slowly with extreme caution.
Avoid hazards below water surface such as rocks. Hazards can
damage hull, tube, motor, or propeller.
Do not power boat onto land. You can damage hull or tube.
Do not drag boat across rocks, pavement, or sand. You can
damage hull or tube.
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ANCHORING - MOORING
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CAUTION
Anchoring and mooring lines should be attached to metal eyes on
hull.
Fasten boat securely. Failure to do so could result in loss of boat.
DAVITS - CRADLES
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CAUTION
Use metal lifting rings identified in FEATURES AND DECK PLANS figure.
Elevate bow and open drain plug to prevent accumulation of water.
DAVITS
• Do not attach lifting device to handles or features not intended for lifting.
• Do not lift boat with people onboard.
CRADLES
• Cradle must provide adequate support or hull can be damaged or
deformed.
• Tie boat down securely.
TRANSPORTING BY ROAD
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WARNING
Risk of automobile accident, injury or loss of life in case of loss of
control of trailer or boat while driving.
ROOF RACK
• Read Owner's Manual provided with roof rack.
• Use an approved roof rack and straps appropriate for fastening
boat to roof rack.
• Do not exceed maximum carrying capacity of roof rack.
• Deflate tubes completely and open drain plug.
• Position boat for minimum drag.
• Stop frequently to check boat is securely fastened while driving.
TRAILER
• Read Owner's Manual provided with trailer.
• Use a BUNK trailer. Do not use a ROLLER trailer. Rollers do not
provide adequate support for hull.
• Use a trailer suitable for the type of craft and its mass.
• Secure boat to trailer and stop frequently to check boat is securely
fastened while driving.
• Do not exceed maximum capacity of trailer.
• Do not trailer boat with objects inside hull.
Check with trailer manufacturer if weight and shape of boat is
sufficient for control at driving speeds.
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CAUTION
TRUNK OR BOOT
• Protect boat from sharp objects, rubbing and chafing.
• Use a boat bag if one is provided.