Dufour Yachts DUFOUR 34, Owner'S Manual

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ENGLISH 15-02-03 Page 20
DUFOUR 34
14. SAFETY FACILITIES
There is no harmonization of obligatory safety equipment across the European Community.
You should seek information about national requirements for CE-marked boats.
In France, yachts bearing the CE mark must carry the facilities and safety equipment
stipulated for the category of sailing chosen by the yachtsman within the following limits:
Design category Possible sailing categories
A 1.2.3.4.5.6
B 2.3.4.5.6
C 4.5.6
D 6
If your boat is equipped with a life-raft, read its instruction manual carefully. The crew should
be familiarized with the use of all safety equipment (harnesses, flares, life-raft, etc...).
Training sessions are organized regularly by sailing schools and clubs.
15. HANDLING, TRANSPORTING, HAULOUT
When craning, take care that the slings are correctly positioned and are not fouling the
propeller, the sail-drive or a fragile sensor.
Lifting frames should be wide enough, or fitted with spreaders to avoid exerting excessive
lateral pressure on the rubbing band.
Avoid letting slings foul the lifelines. During transport or haulout, the keel should be in
proper contact with its support, and should be taking most of the boat's weight.
Cradle pads must be positioned against structural elements and exert only the pressure
necessary for the boat's good balance.
Whenever the boat is out of the water, use the opportunity to inspect the propeller, rudder,
skin fittings and sensors.