OWNER’S MANUAL
YACHTING SAFETY
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INLAND
LAKES &
RIVERS
COASTAL &
ICW WATERS
GREAT LAKES
& OCEAN
WATERS
Crash pump (bilge suction line with valve connected to engine raw water pump
intake)
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Duct & electrical tape
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Engine oil
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Extra transom plugs
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Selection of in-line fuses as required
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State and Local
Ordinances
States or localities may have laws limiting speed, noise
or the yacht’s wake. Check with the local harbormaster
to determine whether or not local ordinances or state
laws restrict yachting operations. Check with state and
local authorities to confirm your compliance with local
regulations on marine sanitation, noise, speed and wake.
Pre-Departure Actions
The following pre-departure actions are essential to safe
boating. Perform these actions before starting the engine
or getting under way every time you operate your yacht
so they become routine.
Never launch the yacht or leave the safety of the dock
if any problem is found during the pre-departure safety
check. A problem could lead to an accident during the
outing. Have any problems corrected before proceeding.
• Check the weather reports for hazardous conditions
and seas that could negatively affect your outing.
• Make sure all safety equipment is onboard,
accessible, and in good working condition.
• Check the bilge for fuel vapor or water. Ventilate or
pump out the bilge as necessary.
• Make sure the horn, navigation equipment, and lights
work properly.
• Make sure all passengers are aware of safety and
operational matters.
• File a float plan.
• Check engine oil, transmission oil and coolant levels.
• Be sure no people or obstacles are near the
propeller.
• After starting the engines, check:
— The overboard flow of cooling water
— Engine temperatures
— Oil pressures
• Fill the fuel tanks as needed. Know the tank
capacity and fuel consumption at various RPMs.
Know the tank’s cruising radius and fuel tank range.
Typical tank usage is 1/3 of the supply to reach the
destination, 1/3 of the supply to return, and 1/3 in
reserve for changes in plans due to weather or other
circumstances.
• Designate a secondary person onboard who can
operate the yacht in case the primary operator
suddenly becomes disabled.
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