Dufour Yachts 360 Grand Large, Owner'S Manual

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ENGLISH 29/01/2018
21/86 DUFOUR 360 Grand Large
WARNING
If a CO
2
extinguisher is fitted, the following information must be displayed close to its location:
“This extinguisher contains CO2 - use only on electrical or cooker fires. To avoid
suffocation after discharging, leave the area immediately. Ventilate before re-entering.»
Do not open the engine compartment immediately after putting out a fire to avoid the release of
toxic smoke or spraying of burning materials (oil, water)."
Safety instructions
ATTENTION!
It is the responsibility of the owner/skipper to:
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Have fire-fighting equipment checked in accordance with the stipulations of the builder and the
regulations in your country.
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Replace fire-fighting equipment if it has expired or been discharged, with extinguishers of equal
or greater capacity.
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Show members of the crew:
- The location and operation of fire-fighting equipment.
- the location of the engine compartment discharge hole
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Ensure that fire-fighting equipment is readily accessible whenever the boat is occupied.
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Always keep the bilges clean and check that there is no fuel vapor or gas leak.
● Point out the escape routes.
You must never:
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Obstruct gangways leading to emergency exits (deck hatches).
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Obstruct safety controls (gas valves, fuel valves, electrical switches).
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Obstruct fire extinguisher stowages.
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Leave the boat unattended with a cooker or heater on.
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Use a gas lamp in the boat.
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Fill a fuel tank or change a gas cylinder while the engine is running, or the cooker or heater are
on.
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Smoke while handling fuel or gas.
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Place free-hanging curtains near the cooker or any other appliance which has an open flame.
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Store flammable substances in the engine compartment.
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Modify, or allow any non-qualified person to modify, any of the boat’s installations (especially
electrical, fuel, or gas).