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Loading the Trailer
4.3. LAUNCHING AND LOADING GUIDELINES
4.3.1. Launching the Boat
♦ Remove transom tie-downs.
♦ Back trailer into the water far enough for the boat transom to float off of the
trailer bunks.
♦ Start boat engine and check all systems.
♦ Disconnect winch strap and, if so equipped, the bow safety strap.
♦ Back boat off trailer.
♦ Locate water line on trailer frame and fenders for future reference when
reloading. The water line will vary slightly from ramp to ramp.
^ WARNING
Failure to leave the trailer winch strap hooked
until the boat is in the water will create an
immediate hazard. The boat may separate
from the trailer , which can lead to bodily injury
and damage to the boat.
4.3.2. Loading the Boat
♦ Back trailer into water until bunks are completely submerged.
♦ Pull forward to the water line established at launching.
♦ Slowly approach the center of the trailer while compensating for the direction
and strength of wind and current.
♦ Once the boat has made contact with the trailer bunks, raise the lower unit part
way to help push the stern of the boat down and raise the bow while powering
the rest of the way onto the trailer. If power loading is not permitted, you may
find it helpful to back the trailer deeper into the water once the boat has been
centered.
♦ Hook up the winch strap and ensure that the bow of the boat is tightened
securely against the bow roller.
♦ Attach bow safety strap, if so equipped.
♦ Raise lower unit to the trailering position and shut off engine.
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