Energy 18 – User Guide
Your vessel Energy 18 satisfies the requirements of the category C and D.
The information on the highest wind speed and wave height included in the above text do
not mean that the vessel would sink above the mentioned wind and wave limits. The
information means that you would be able to safely navigate with your vessel in such
weather conditions. Nevertheless, it is necessary to inform yourself on the conditions at
sea before the departure, in order to avoid storms or other inconveniences at sea. It is
also necessary to be aware of any change of weather during the navigation, as bad
weather, high waves etc. can catch you very quickly, which can seriously threaten your
safety as well as the safety of your passengers.
1.3.4 Weather conditions:
Before and during the navigation you should pay special attention to the following:
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inform yourself on the weather forecast and weather conditions at sea before your
departure from the marina,
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a sudden change in the wind speed or direction as well as in the wave height can
signal a fast deterioration of the weather,
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if you notice a storm approaching, navigate immediately to the nearest marina or
quay,
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if you are surprised by a storm during the navigation, make sure all passengers are
seated and direct the prow towards the wind maintaining enough speed to slowly
move forward,
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check if all passengers on board have an adequate life jacket,
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if you navigate into a dense fog, determine your position, lower your speed and
warn other vessels of your presence,
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when a thunderstorm is approaching, it is very important to tie the vessel along the
coast as quickly as possible and disembark. Do not stay in the water during the
lightning, as that would increase your possibility of being struck.
Safety in water traffic
The water surface does not feature any road lanes, indicators or similar help found in road
traffic. Therefore the vessel’s conductor must be even more aware of all sides of the vessel
and not just the direction of navigation.
Failure to consider safety rules and negligence can quickly lead to serious injuries of the
people on board or even death, as the consequence of accidents.
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