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1717 Henry G. Lane Street, Maryville, Tennessee 37801
Tel: 865-983-9924 Fax: 865-983-9950
www.supraboats.com
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Table of Contents Section I Introduction 3 Section II Boating Safety 5 Section III Emergency Procedures 11 Section IV Boating Rules 15 Section V Boat Specifications 19 Section VI Operating Information 25 Section VII Starting & Operation 27 Section VIII Instrument Panel 31 Sectioin IX Equipment & Options 43 Sectiion X Service & Maintenance 61 Section XI Cleaning, Care & Storage 67 Section XII Winterization & Dry Storage 69 Section XIII Technical Information 71 Section XIV Trailering Your Boat 73
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Section I Introduction Introduction Supra inboard ski boats are manufactured by Skier’s Choice, Inc. in Maryville, Tennessee and distributed throughout the United States and the world. This manual provides an overview for operating your Supra boat. It should be considered a permanent part of your Supra boat, and contains important information on Safety, Boating Rules, Proper Operation and Maintenance of your boat. Should the boat be sold, this manual will provide the same important information
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• Drain Plugs (Securely in place?) • Life-Saving Devices (One for every person on board?) • Drain Plugs (Securely in place?) • Steering System (Working smoothly and properly?) • Fuel System (Adequate fuel? Leaks? Fumes?) • Battery (Fully charged? Cable terminals clean and tight?) • Engine (In Neutral?) • Capacity Plate (Are you overloaded or overpowered?) • Weather Conditions (Safe to go out?) • Electrical Equipment (Lights, horn, pump, etc.?) • Emergency Gear (Fire extinguisher, bailer, paddle,
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Section II Boating Safety Safe Boating Important Safety Information! Safe boating practices may seem obvious, but people have Your safety, as well as the safety of others with and around thought up risky and dangerous activities in boats, with you, is a direct result of how you operate and maintain boats, and behind boats. Just because you or your your boat. Read and comprehend this manual. Make passengers have seen a boating maneuver performed or sure that you understand all the controls and
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Safety Training Organizations Safety Equipment The following is a listing of just some of the agencies and Your Supra has been equipped at the factory with most of organizations that offer safety training or information: the federally required safety equipment for inland waters (Class 1, 16’-to-26’). This equipment includes: American Red Cross, National HQ - UL-approved Marine Fire Extinguisher, Type A-BC 17th & D Streets NW (2 lbs.), good for solids, liquids, and electrical fire Washington, DC
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General Safety Precautions (continued) General Safety Precautions Failure to adhere to these precautions may result in severe injury or death to you and/or others. - The tow bar is not designed for vertical extensions. Any modifications to the tow bar or its mountings may result in damage to the boat and injury to the user. - Improper operation is extremely dangerous. Operators must read and understand all operating manuals supplied - Rear storage area is located above the gas tank and is with
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Carbon Monoxide (CO) Safety Skiing Safety Skiers are obligated to be as aware of the fundamental Carbon monoxide is a colorless, odorless and tasteless safety rules as well as the boat operator. If you are new to gas. It is produced by gasoline engines and is a component water skiing, seek certified training before starting. You of exhaust fumes. will find it especially helpful to join a local ski club and USA Waterski when possible. Shut off the engine when people are on the swim platform Alwa
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Contact Information Proper Seating If you have questions regarding the operation of your boat, Proper seating is an important element of boating safety. accessory or options or questions in regard to Boat Safety, Proper seating consists of sitting with your buttock in full contact your dealer or Skier’s Choice, Inc. at 865-983- contact with a seat anytime the boat is underway and 9924. using hand holds and grab handles to secure oneself and prevent loss of balance. Do not sit in locations not de
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Warning Plates and Labels Read and note ALL warning plates and labels from bow to stern that appear on the boat, including these! If your warning decals should become damaged in any way, please contact your Supra Dealer or write to Skier’s Choice, Inc., 1717 Henry G. Lane Street, Maryville, Tennessee 37801 to request replacement warning decals. The decals will be provided free of charge. Your boat’s serial number (located on the transom) must be included for warning decal requests. Skier’s Choic
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Reprinted from “Fishing and Skiing Boats Owner’s Manual” Section III with permission from the NMMA. Emergency Procedures The time to think about emergencies is before they happen. • Throw burning materials overboard if possible. Plan ahead. Know what to do before you encounter any of these situations. Wear a PFD (Personal Flotation • Move anyone not needed for firefighting operations away Device) when boating. from the flames. • Signal for help. Explosion & Fire • Put on PFDs, grab distress sig
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Grounding (continued) Towing Vessel (continued) Basic Guidelines • Use double-braided or braid-on-braid line. Never use three-strand twisted nylon; it has too much elasticity • Inspect damage to hull, propulsion and steering and can snap back dangerously. systems. • Fasten the towline as far forward as possible on the • Check for leaks. If water is coming in, stopping the flow upwind or up-current side of the towing boat. Fastening takes priority over getting free. it to the stern will restri
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Person Overboard (continued) Propulsion, Control or Steering Failure • Keep person overboard on helm side so operator has • Shut off engine. the person constantly in sight. • Put out an anchor to prevent drifting. • Approach from downwind and move alongside into the wind for pickup. • Determine if you can fix the problem yourself. See engine operator’s manual if engine is flooded. • When almost alongside, stop the engine in gear to prevent dangerous propeller “windmilling.” • Signal for help. •
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Visual Distress Signals (continued) Notes boats participating in organized events, and manually propelled boats. • If you are required to have visual distress signals, at least three safety-approved pyrotechnic devices in serviceable condition must be readily accessible. They must be marked with a date showing the service life, which must not be expired. • Carry three signals for day use and three signals for night use. Some pyrotechnic signals, such as red flares, meet both day and night use
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Section IV Boating Rules Encountering Other Vessels Basic Boating Rules You should be aware of these rules and follow them whenever There are three main situations in which you may encounter other vessels and you must observe the Steering Rules in you encounter another vessel on the water. order to avoid a collision. These are: The rules presented in this manual are condensed and have - Meeting (you are approaching another vessel head-on) been provided as a convenience only. Consult your local
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All vessels which are fishing with nets, lines or trawls are When two power-driven vessels are crossing each other’s considered under International Rules to be fishing vessels. path close enough to run the risk of collision, the vessel Boats with trolling lines are not considered fishing vessels. that views the crossing vessel to the starboard (right) side must give-way. Fishing vessels have the right-of-way, regardless of position. These vessels, however, cannot impede the If the other vessel
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Notes — 18 © 2006 Skier’s Choice, Inc.
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Section V Boat Specifications Comp 20 Sunsport 20V Boat Specifications: Boat Specifications: Overall Length w/o Platform 20’ 8” Overall Length w/o Platform 20’ 8” Overall Length w/Platform 22’ 10” Overall Length w/Platform 22’ 10” Overall Length w/Trailer 24’ 8” Overall Length w/Trailer 24’ 8” Width (Beam) 95” Width (Beam) 95” Draft 22” Draft 24” Weight - Boat Only 3,050 lbs. Weight - Boat Only 3,200 lbs. Weight - Boat & Trailer 3,900 lbs. Weight - Boat & Trailer 4,050 lbs. Capacity - Passenger
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Sunsport 22V Sunsport 24V Boat Specifications: Boat Specifications: Overall Length w/o Platform 21’ 8” Overall Length w/o Platform 24’ Overall Length w/Platform 23’ 10” Overall Length w/Platform 26’ Overall Length w/Trailer 25’ 8” Overall Length w/Trailer 27’ 4” Width (Beam) 95” Width (Beam) 102” Draft 24” Draft 26” Weight - Boat Only 3,400 lbs. Weight - Boat Only 3,950 lbs. Weight - Boat & Trailer 4,500 lbs. Weight - Boat & Trailer 5,050 lbs. Capacity - Passenger 10 Capacity - Passenger 16 Capa
