Bayview Marina 312-316 Bay Avenue, Ocean City, NJ
609-399-5100
Open Daily 8am-7pm
Saftey Reminders
Avoiding Obstacles
If there is an obstacle in your way, your first reaction may be to release the throttle. However,you will not be able to steer the WaveRunner if it is not moving forward, so if you release thethrottle, you may actually keep moving straight forward and drift into the obstacle you’re trying toavoid.
In such cases, give the WaveRunner enough gas to allow you to quickly change direction andsteer away from the obstacle.
Precautions to Keep in Mind When Riding with Other PWCs
When riding a PWC, always verify that the conditions around you are safe, and always be on thelookout for other boats and PWCs. If you change direction suddenly, other PWCs travelingbehind you may end up running into you. When changing directions, first look left and right andmake sure that all is safe before you make the turn. When riding along with other PWCs, alwayskeep a safe distance in all directions between you and the other watercraft. If you follow othercraft too closely, you might wind up hitting someone in front of you if the craft changesdirections. You also run the risk of hitting someone if they fall o of a watercraft in front of you.
What to Do If Your Passenger Falls Off
If a passenger on your WaveRunner falls o ff, immediately return to help him or her. Release thethrottle as soon as the person falls into the water and always keep the person in sight. Approachthe person slowly, from the downwind side. After reaching the person, stop the engine and pullthe person back onto the WaveRunner.
What to Do If the WaveRunner Flips Over
If your WaveRunner fl ips over, make sure that the engine has stopped and then move around tothe back of the WaveRunner. The engine carburetor is located on the right side of theWaveRunner, so when turning the WaveRunner upright, always rotate it in the clockwisedirection, as seen from the back of the Waverunner. To get back onto the WaveRunner, placeboth hands on the foot well floor, pull yourself up, and then place both knees on the fl oor. Doyour best to maintain your balance while pulling yourself onto the WaveRunner.
Bayview Marina
609-399-5100
312 Bay Avenue, Ocean City, NJ 08226
