Dufour Yachts DUFOUR 34, Owner'S Manual

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ENGLISH 15-02-03 Page 18
DUFOUR 34
10.2. Emergency tiller
NOTE
- The
Dufour 34
is equipped with an emergency tiller that must be kept readily
accessible, we advise you to stow it in a cockpit locker near the tiller deck plate.
- It is only designed for sailing at reduced speed in the event of damage to the helm.
To use it:
- Unscrew the tiller deck plate cover located in the cockpit floor,
-
Fit the tiller onto the head of the rudder stock.
11. SAILING
WARNING
−
In all situations, suit the speed of your boat to the surrounding conditions and always
maintain a safety margin. Pay particular attention to:
The state of the sea, currents, the strength of the wind.
Other boat movements
Manœuvres in port
When passing through mooring areas.
−
Obey the rules of priority as defined in the rules of the road and imposed by the
COLREG
−
Ensure that you always leave enough room for stopping or manœuvring if necessary
to avoid a collision
−
Respect speed limit zones
−
Out of courtesy and for the safety of other boats, take care not to create a large wash
near other boats
WARNING
−
You must fit your boat with grab lines. Fixing points are provided on the deck. Refer
to your boat's deck fittings drawings.
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The stability of your boat was designed taking into account the shipyard catalogue
options. Any alteration to on-board weight distribution (for example: adding a radar,
changing the engine, etc...) can affect the stability, trim and performance of your
boat.
−
Towing a boat causes a significant extra strain that will have an unfavourable effect
on the stability of your boat.
Never:
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Use the boom to lift heavy weights.