2 STABILITY AND BUOYANCY
2.1 GENERAL
All weight dispositions (for example installing a fishing tower, radar or furling
mast, engine replacement etc.) can have a significant impact on the stability,
trim, and performance of your boat. The bilge water level should be kept at
a minimum. The stability of your boat will be compromised if any weight is
placed in a high position. In stormy weather all hatches, compartments and
doors should be kept closed to minimise the risk of flooding. The stability can
be diminished when towing or lifting heavy objects using the davit or jib crane.
Breaking waves represent a serious significant danger to stability.
2.2 SELF DRAINING SYSTEMS
The Axopar boat is equipped with self-bailing systems for the forward and aft
cockpits, which include four drain holes. There are drain holes for water in both
aft corners of the deck (see Figure 2). The openings in both cockpits (1 and 2)
are directly connected to the sea. The deck of the boat has been designed to
allow the water to drain straight into the sea via the water gullies (see no. 7 in
the next picture).
In addition to rainwater, the drain holes are intended to drain water ending up
on the deck through splashing or from breaking waves. The drain holes must be
open at all times and the holes regularly cleaned by removing any accumulated
debris to prevent clogging.
The system is built so as to drain the water from the deck in normal use. Do not
close the taps when using the boat or when the boat is attached to the dock.
2.3 DOORS, HATCHES AND SEACOCKS
There are several inlets through the boat that include taps for opening and
closing the inlets. It is recommended to keep these closed if the boat is out of
use for a long time, and to open them again when the boat is used again.
We recommended that you keep the windows, doors, deck hatches and vents
shut while driving. However, on occasion and depending on the weather they
can be kept open. In stormy weather, always keep deck hatches, storage room
doors and openings closed to minimize the risk of water getting into the boat.
In certain conditions and speeds it is possible that water is sprayed inside
through canopies, hatches or other openings, due to negative pressure or
other effects. This can be prevented by closing the canopies, hatches or other
openings.
Do not close the drain holes when using the boat.
WARNING!
The self-emptying open space is meant for the removal of such water
that ends up on the deck through rain, splashing or from breaking
waves. A part of the rain water as well as water condensation in the
bilge may end up in the bilge.
Do not leave the boat unattended in the water for a long time. Observe
the floating position of the boat and empty the bilge when necessary.
Leaving the boat unattended in the water for a long time may cause
damage.
CAUTION!
To avoid the risk of flooding, always keep sea valves closed when not in
use. (For example the sea valve for the toilet’s flushing water).
CAUTION!
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