OWNER’S MANUAL FUEL SYSTEMS CALIFORNIA AIR RESOURCES BOARD (CARB) Boats manufactured for use in California for model year 2018 Outboard, sterndrive and inboard powered boats sold in the and after meet the California EVAP Emissions regulation for state of California are equipped with special components and spark-ignition marine watercraft. Boats meeting this certified to meet stricter environmental standards and exhaust requirement will have the following label affixed near the helm. emissions. All boats sold in California since 2009 are required to meet Super-Ultra-Low (four-star) emissions. EXHAUST EMISSIONS Operating, servicing and maintaining a Sterndrive and inboard marine engine recreational marine vessel can expose you to powered boats meeting CARB’s exhaust chemicals including engine exhaust, carbon emission standards are required to display the four-star label on the outside of the hull monoxide, phthalates and lead, which are known above the waterline. Outboard and to the State of California to cause cancer and personal watercraft marine engines may birth defects or other reproductive harm. To also comply with these standards. minimize exposure, avoid breathing exhaust, service your vessel in a well-ventilated area and wear gloves or wash your hands frequently when servicing this vessel. For more information go to: Carbon monoxide (CO) can cause brain damage or death. www.P65warnings.ca.gov/marine Engine and generator exhaust contains odorless and colorless carbon monoxide gas. Carbon monoxide will be around the back of the boat when engines or generators The fuel system in boats marketed in states other than California are running. Signs of carbon monoxide poisoning include complies with U.S. EPA-mandated evaporative emission nausea, headache, dizziness, drowsiness and lack of standards at time of manufacture using certified components. consciousness. Get fresh air if anyone shows signs of carbon monoxide poisoning. See engine manufacturer’s manual for information regarding carbon monoxide poisoning. FUEL SYSTEMS CALIFORNIA AIR RESOURCES BOARD (CARB) Boats manufactured for use in California for model year 2018 Outboard, sterndrive and inboard powered boats sold in the and after meet the California EVAP Emissions regulation for state of California are equipped with special components and spark-ignition marine watercraft. Boats meeting this certified to meet stricter environmental standards and exhaust requirement will have the following label affixed near the helm. emissions. All boats sold in California since 2009 are required to meet Super-Ultra-Low (four-star) emissions. ! EXHAUST EMISSIONS Operating, servicing and maintaining a Sterndrive and inboard marine engine recreational marine vessel can expose you to powered boats meeting CARB’s exhaust chemicals including engine exhaust, carbon emission standards are required to display the four-star label on the outside of the hull monoxide, phthalates and lead, which are known above the waterline. Outboard and to the State of California to cause cancer and personal watercraft marine engines may birth defects or other reproductive harm. To also comply with these standards. minimize exposure, avoid breathing exhaust, service your vessel in a well-ventilated area and ! wear gloves or wash your hands frequently when servicing this vessel. For more information go to: Carbon monoxide (CO) can cause brain damage or death. www.P65warnings.ca.gov/marine Engine and generator exhaust contains odorless and colorless carbon monoxide gas. Carbon monoxide will be around the back of the boat when engines or generators The fuel system in boats marketed in states other than California are running. Signs of carbon monoxide poisoning include complies with U.S. EPA-mandated evaporative emission nausea, headache, dizziness, drowsiness and lack of standards at time of manufacture using certified components. consciousness. Get fresh air if anyone shows signs of carbon monoxide poisoning. See engine manufacturer’s manual for information regarding carbon monoxide poisoning. SEA FOX BOAT’S DISCLAIMER The following Owner’s Manual is provided for information and educational purposes only and is not intended to offer or provide legal advice or create a contractual relationship between Sea Fox Boat Company and the owner of any Sea Fox brand vessel. Please beware that as a vessel owner you have non-delegable responsibilities regarding the safety, maintenance, fitness, and operation of your vessel and the extent of such responsibilities is ultimately determined by Federal law and regulations, the general maritime law of the United States, the laws and regulations of the states and territories of the United States, or the laws and regulations of the country where you operate your vessel. To fully understand your responsibilities as a vessel owner, and before operating or letting any third party operate your vessel, we recommend that you consult the services of a qualified lawyer in admiralty and maritime law. TABLE OF CONTENTS Introduction. 1-1 Fire Extinguisher . 2-19 Introduction . 1-1 Engine Emergency Stop Switch and About Your New Boat . 1-2 Lanyard . 2-19 Boat Terminology . 1-2 Life Jackets . 2-20 Hull Identification, Capacity and Safety Visual Distress Signaling Devices . 2-24 Plates. 1-3 Audible Signaling Devices. 2-26 References and Contact Information . 1-5 Navigational Lights . 2-27 Safety. 2-1 Unapproved Lighting. 2-27 Good Boating Practices. 2-2 Recommended Safety Equipment . 2-28 Safety Decals and Statements . 2-5 Safety and Training . 2-32 Safety Decals . 2-5 Situational Awareness . 2-32 Safety Statements . 2-9 Driving Defensively . 2-33 Safety Precautions . 2-10 Small Boats and Swimmers . 2-33 Carbon Monoxide (CO) . 2-14 Knowing the Boat . 2-33 Required Boating Safety Equipment and Special Needs Passengers . 2-34 Regulations . 2-17 Very High Frequency (VHF) Radio. 2-35 © 2003-2019 Ken Cook Co. Sport Fish l i REV 1807 TABLE OF CONTENTS Cruising Limitations . 2-36 Commercial Shipping Safety Zones . 3-6 Hazard Information . 2-37 Bridges and Shipping Channels . 3-6 Water Sports . 2-38 America’s Waterway Watch . 3-7 Platform Dragging . 2-38 Fishing. 3-7 Water Sports Guidelines . 2-39 Monofilament Fishing Line . 3-8 Boating Regulations and Your Responsibilities . 3-1 Wake . 3-8 Boat Owner / Operator Responsibilities . 3-1 Noise . 3-8 Safety. 3-2 Speed . 3-9 Registration . 3-2 Shallow Water Boat Stability . 3-9 Insurance . 3-2 Protecting the Environment . 3-9 Reporting Accidents . 3-3 MARPOL Treaty . 3-10 Boating Under the Influence . 3-3 Aquatic Invasive Species (AIS) . 3-10 Operator’s License and Education . 3-4 Paints . 3-11 Operation By Minors . 3-4 Cleaning Agents . 3-12 Emergency Assistance . 3-4 Exhaust Emissions . 3-12 Negligent Operation. 3-5 Additional Proposition 65 Information . 3-12 Restricted Areas . 3-6 Emergencies . 4-1 Security Zones . 3-6 First Aid / Medical Emergencies . 4-1 Naval Vessel Protection Zones . 3-6 Emergency Preparation Checklist. 4-1 ii l Sport Fish © 2003-2019 Ken Cook Co. TABLE OF CONTENTS Using Distress Signal Devices and Calling for Cold Weather and Cold or Frozen Water Help . 4-1 Conditions . 5-2 Requesting Assistance (Non-Distress Call) . 4-3 Water Hazards . 5-3 Law of Salvage . 4-3 Aquatic Vegetation/Weeds . 5-3 Fire and Explosion . 4-3 Dams and Spillways . 5-3 Man Overboard (MOB) . 4-5 Shallow Water Operation . 5-3 Capsizing and Flooding . 4-6 Markers, Warnings and Advisories . 5-4 Running Aground . 4-7 Boat Flags . 5-5 Dangerous Weather . 4-7 Harbor Flags and Indicators . 5-6 Engine or Boat System Failure . 4-8 Navigation Rules and Aids . 6-1 Accidents, Collisions and Giving Assistance. 4-8 Right-of-Way. 6-1 Towing on the Water . 4-9 The General Prudential Rule. 6-1 Hurricane and Severe Weather Preparedness. 4-10 Navigational Lights and Night Operation . 6-2 Protecting the Boat from Theft . 4-11 Audible Signals . 6-3 Operating in Hazardous Conditions . 5-1 Overtaking / Passing. 6-3 Severe Weather . 5-1 Meeting Head-On . 6-4 Storm Conditions . 5-1 Crossing . 6-5 Fog Conditions . 5-2 Aids to Navigation. 6-6 Reduced Visibility . 5-2 Buoys . 6-7 © 2003-2019 Ken Cook Co. Sport Fish l iii TABLE OF CONTENTS Mooring Buoys . 6-7 After Refueling . 7-7 Daymarks / Dayboards . 6-7 Outboard Engine Fueling Considerations . 7-8 Lights and Lighted Structures . 6-8 Getting Underway . 7-8 Markers . 6-10 Starting . 7-9 Operating the Boat . ..