Axopar 28 Cabin, Owner'S Manual

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6. Operation
• The bilge pumps are functional.
• The deck draining works properly and all the draining valves are open.
• All deck hatches, roof canvas and doors are tightly closed.
6.4. Handling the boat
6.4.1. Checklist: Boat handling before leaving harbor
For safe navigation under all weather conditions, proper sound signaling equipment in compliance with
regulations (COLREG, 1972) must be carried on board. Make sure that the sound signaling equipment
on the boat is compliant with these regulations.
CAUTION
According to national regulations in some countries, it is a legal requirement to
wear a life vest at all times.
• Check that the boat and its equipment are in seaworthy condition.
• Always listen to long-term weather forecasts when planning longer trips.
• Always make sure there is enough fuel and freshwater in the tanks.
• Always keep the engine compartment closed when starting the engine.
• Check that all items on board are properly stowed and adequately
secured to manage rough sea and wind conditions.
• Make sure that the swim ladder is raised out of the water before moving
off.
• Make sure that the steering is correctly positioned before starting.
• All persons on board should wear an appropriate life vest when on deck.
6.4.2. Leaving the jetty
Before casting off, consider how to best leave the jetty.
• Check what the wind direction is.
• Using a bow thruster, move the bow out and then engage the propeller.
• If the boat has two engines, move away from the jetty by engaging the engine nearer the jetty
astern at idling speed and engaging the other engine ahead at idling speed on.
• The boat will swing out from the jetty astern. As the bow will move against the jetty, fend off
properly.
With only one engine this can be a little more challenging, especially if the wind is pressing the boat
firmly against the jetty, you have to use a spring to get the stern out.
• Firmly fend off the bow from the jetty.
• Take a line from the bow around a bollard or cleat, so that it can be easily let go.
Axopar 28 Cabin MY2021 Document ID: 28CMY21202012EN
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