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Damage to one of air chambers
The inflatable boat is designed to provide an adequate stability in case of the complete damage to one the air chambers (balloon
compartments) at the expense of the remaining air chambers and the hull. Thanks to it, you will be able to reach safely the nearest shore.
Reduce the speed and shift your body to the undamaged part of the boat. Watch changes in stability. After this immediately head for
the nearest shore. To prevent penetration of water into the boat, pull the shell of the damaged air chambers upwards.
Towing
The rope being secured to both boats in a manner ensuring its immediately, single-motion release.
At towing the towing rope length should not be at least 3 lengths of the boat.
The steersman of the towed boat should be assisted by another crew member to monitor the process of
towing. In this case, certain communication gestures should be agreed upon beforehand.
Approach rocky shores, shoals, moles, etc. carefully to avoid damages to the boat. It is strictly prohibited
to drag the boat across rough surfaces (shingle, rocks, concrete, etc.).
In case of prolonged navigation with the use of an outboard engine, regularly check to ensure that the
engine is reliably attached to the boat. If the engine was attached carelessly the attachment may work loose
under the action of vibration.
Besides, check air chambers pressure at regular intervals, since the pressure may vary under
the effects of outside air temperature and atmospheric pressure variations.
Never forget to monitor regularly the quantity of fuel in the fuel tank. Keep always in mind that
the quantity of fuel should be sufficient for you to sail to your final destination.
