OPERATION UNDER MOTOR
WARNING
When driving at high speeds or gliding: avoid abrupt turns and high waves as these can endanger
passengers. Ensure that all persons hold on to the handles. Reduce speed during swell for comfort
and safety. Small children must sit in the boat.
Breaking waves pose a serious threat to stability. Always wear a life jacket!
DRIVE ALONE - If the boat is operated without other passengers, the skipper must NOT sit on the hoses or
seat. The weight must be held as far forward and in the middle as possible.
Do not place heavy objects near the mirror. Avoid extremely fast acceleration in order to avoid the risk of
overturning. Wind and waves can be extremely dangerous for the inflatable. The boat can overturn easily if the
cargo is not well distributed in the bow and wind and current are acting against the bow.
The distribution of the load and the weight hold the bow to ensure safety on the water.
● If your outboard motor is mounted too high on the mirror, excessive cavitation will occur (air bubbles and
slippage on the propeller).
● If the outboard motor is mounted too low on the mirror, this causes resistance and water is sprayed into the
boat..
Both will result in a reduction in speed. You should therefore find the ideal position before mounting the engine
firmly on the mirror (consult the engine manufacturer).
It is recommended to keep the boat level at all speeds. The bow should not point UP or DOWN to the water.
PAY ATTENTION TO THE FOLLOWING:
● If the outboard engine is angled too far away from the mirror, the boat will be driven with the bow raised.
● If the outboard engine is angled too close to the mirror, the bow will be pushed too deep into the water,
resulting in a loss of speed and/or cavitation.
● Check the engine mounting bolts regularly. A loose engine screw connection leads to sudden engine opera-
tion and can even lead to loss of the engine overboard.
● Read the engine manual carefully before starting the engine.
● Check that the cargo on board does not rub against the boat skin or puncture it.
Turning the boat
Reduce the driving speed for sharp turns. The boat tilts considerably towards the inside of the turning circle.
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Version: 1.2
KEN002ZB 02.02.2020