RedactedNarrative: Operator was cruising boat in open bay to burn off fuel before stowing the boat for the winter. He turned the engine too quick, throwing him overboard. He swam after the boat which was going in circles. He was able to pull the kill switch and clung to the side of the boat as he couldn't pull himself in. His wife drove a pontoon to him and saved him. He had not been wearing a life jacket. He received a cut on his hand and possible hypothermia. There was no damage to the boat.