Chaparral 420 PREMIERE, Owner'S/Operator'S Manual

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Collisions and leaking
If a serious collision occurs, first check all persons
on board for injuries. Then, inspect the boat to deter-
mine the extent of damage.
• Slow down or stop to reduce water intake,
unless maintaining speed will keep the hole
above water.
• Switch on bilge pumps.
• Operate the manual bilge pump if the powered
bilge pumps can’t handle the water flow.
• Account for everyone on board and check for
injuries.
• Have everyone put on PFDs.
• If another boat is involved, prepare to help the
other boat, unless it places your passengers or
boat in danger.
• Stay with the boat.
• Signal for help.
• If a leak patch is attempted, it should be done
from the outside.
• Contact the U.S. Coast Guard or other rescue
authorities immediately (CHF Channel 16 or 22
CB radio).
In the event of a collision, you are required to file an
accident report. Contact a state enforcement
agency or the nearest Coast Guard office. If you are
boating outside of U.S. waters, consult the nation
you are visiting for accident reporting requirements.
running aground
If you run aground, check everyone for injury and
inspect damage to the boat and propeller(s).
• Check for leaks. If water is coming in, stop the
intake of water before attempting to free the
boat.
• Inspect for damage to the hull, propulsion, and
steering systems.
• If possible, shift weight of passengers or gear to
heel the boat while reversing engine(s).
• Determine if the tide, wind, and current will drive
the boat harder aground or will help to free it.
• Determine the water depth all around the boat,
and the type of bottom (sand, mud, rocks, etc.).
If freeing the boat can be done without exposing
persons to risk of injury, the boat should be
moved away from hard obstructions and toward
open water with soft ground.
• Do not attempt to have your boat towed by any-
one other than a trained and competent service,
such as the Coast Guard or a salvage company.
Recreational craft are not designed to tow other
recreational craft.
Propulsion, Control, or steering Failure
If the drive train fails, or controls or steering do not
respond properly at all:
1. Shut off engine.
2. Put out the anchor to prevent drifting.
3. Determine whether you can repair the problem
yourself. See the proper manuals for assistance
in troubleshooting the engine, steering, and
engine controls.
4. If you are not sure you can fix the problem, or if
conditions worsen, signal for help.
inTernaTional requireMenTs
This vessel and its systems have been constructed
in accordance with standards and specifications in
effect at the time of manufacture as published by the
various regulatory authorities listed below:
1. Ministére De La Mer – France
2. Registro Italiano Navale – Italy
3. Det Norske Veritas – Norway
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