Operation: Rowing; Operation: Power; Towing - Anchoring - Mooring; Davits - Quicksilver Ultra Light 250 Manuel D'utilisation

OPERATION: ROWING

1. Inflatable boat comes standard with oars, oarlocks, and
rowing seat. Insure seat is properly installed. (Refer to boat
assembly instructions.)
2. Install oars in oarlocks and attach oar lock cap screws.
NOTE: Do not use oars as levers – they are breakable!
3. Local water conditions must be taken into account before
operating boat with oars or a small outboard. Boat power
may not be strong enough to overcome currents in tidal
inlets, open seas, small channels or shallows of shoal
water regions.

OPERATION: POWER

WARNING
DO NOT OVERPOWER! Overpowering can result in
severe handling and/or stability problems.
USE A LANYARD SWITCH. This switch will stop the
engine if, for any reason, the operator leaves the control.
EVERYONE ON THE FLOOR. When under power,
EVERYONE should sit on the floor, NOT on inflation tubes
or the row seat, to prevent falling overboard.
SINGLE OPERATION. When operating under power
without passengers, weight should be as far forward as
practical. Rapid acceleration should be avoided to
prevent the possibility of backward flipovers.
1. Occasional checks should be made of motor attachment
screws. Loose screws will cause erratic boat operation and
possible loss of engine overboard.
2. Make at thorough review of the motor's operator's manual
before operation.
3. On board loads should be monitored to avoid chaffing or
puncturing of boat skin.
TOWING – ANCHORING – MOORING
1. If the inflatable boat is towed by another boat, the inflatable
MUST BE EMPTY. The towing line should be secured to
the "D" rings on each side of the inflatable. The towed
inflatable must be observed continuously.
2. ANCHORING and MOORING lines should be attached to
a towing bridle secured by the "D" rings on each side of the
boat.
IMPORTANT: The bow ring handle should not be used for
towing, anchoring, or mooring.

DAVITS

If the boat is suspended on davits, remove the drain plug so
that no water can accumulate in the boat

AIR CHAMBER FAILURE

1. Should an air chamber fail, shift the weight to the opposite
side. Secure the leaking chamber as necessary (by
tying–up or holding–up) and immediately proceed to the
nearest shore.

WATER HAZARDS

1. Wrecks, reefs, rocky shores, sand bars, and shallows
should be avoided or approached with caution.
2. When boating in unfamiliar waters, obtain information on
local water hazards before launching.
3. BEWARE OF OFFSHORE WINDS AND CURRENTS.

BEACHING

1. It is recommended that the boat NOT be powered onto the
beach, dragged across rocks, sand, gravel or pavement as
damage to the boat skin may result.
2. Cover the boat to block direct sunlight exposure if the boat
is to be removed from the water for an extended periods of
time.

STORAGE

IMPORTANT: To prevent hull or tube discoloration from
marine growth or poluted waters, DO NOT store boat in the
water for extended periods of time.
1. After use, the boat and all components should be washed
with a mild soap and rinsed with fresh water. Dry all parts
before storage in the carrying bag. This will help prevent
mold or mildew.
2. Wood components should be inspected for damage or
deterioration of the finish. Surface scratches or abrasions
should be refinished with a marine grade varnish.
3. To keep the boat looking new, store the boat in a cool dry
area and avoid excess exposure to direct sun light.
4. An accessory cover is available to cover and protect your
boat during storage.
IMPORTANT: Waxes or cleaners containing alcohol
SHOULD NOT BE USED on the boat fabric. Alcohol will
prematurely dry out the boat fabric.
5. To avoid damaging the boat during storage, do not place
heavy objects on boat.
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