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PREFACE This manual will acquaint you with the use and maintenance of your new Four Winns boat. The manual also provides special information critical to the safety of the passengers, and longevity of the equipment. The information on the following page lists the conventions used to increase the visibility of these important messages. Also included with this manual is the “Boating Basics, A Guide to Responsible Boating “.
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This publication covers all the boating basics and should be read along with the Four Winns manual before operating your boat. Review this information in detail. Four Winns continually strives to improve its products. Unit specifications, including standard and optional equipment are constantly being modified. Equipment availability is also subject to change. The most current and accurate information available at the time of publication is included in this manual. Some variation in equipment, description, location, and details can result. The information in this manual focuses upon the equipment designed and manufactured by Four Winns on Vista models. Utilize the information pertinent to your specific boat model. Equipment such as engines, and other accessories are manufactured by others. The information provided in this manual is intended to be used in conjunction with the information provided by the manufacturers. All information available at the time of manufacture has been included with this manual. Read this manual carefully before operating your new boat. Many instructions may require direct performance of the activity to fully understand the correct method. If you choose to read this manual at home, remember to take it to the boat with you. Your Four Winns dealer knows your boat best and is interested in your complete satisfaction. Return to him for service or other assistance. If you find it necessary to contact Four Winns directly, please write the office listed below. Be sure to include the boat model, serial number, your daytime telephone number, and specifics of the information desired. This manual has been specifically developed for the 238, 258 & 278 Vista models. Please record the model and serial number information below. Model Serial