Edgewater Networks 185CC, Owner'S Manual

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8.3 Suggested Safety Equipment – Offshore
In addition to the required equipment, and the suggested inshore equipment, there is additional
equipment which is prudent to have when venturing offshore. No matter what the conditions at the
start of the trip, the situation can change rapidly and all your equipment and skill can be required to
safely bring your crew home to safety.
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VHF radio
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A supplemental, portable VHF is also a good back-up
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Sunscreen
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Spare propeller and the knowledge of how to properly change it, if required
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Extra clothing for changeable weather conditions
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Spare anchor with sufficient line for the water depth
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Mirror
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Charts
9/Safe Operation
9.1 Pre-Cruise Check List
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Check provisions. Make sure you have plenty of water in the event you have a problem and are
delayed.
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Check the weather forecast. Avoid sea conditions that are beyond the experience of yourself and
your crew.
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Do you have the correct safety gear aboard and is it in good working order?
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Make sure all fire extinguishers are in good working order.
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It is advisable to carry jackets or foul weather gear in the event of adverse weather conditions.
Your EdgeWater 185DC is equipped with a maximum capacity rating plate permanently affixed to the
helm area of your boat. It will provide information regarding the maximum number of people you can
safely have aboard, the maximum amount of weight the boat can safely carry, and the maximum
horsepower your boat was designed to handle.
Do Not Overload your boat.
Before Starting the Engine
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Determine if the trip can be safely made by checking the weather.
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Are all the proper boat and personal documents on board?
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Check operational equipment, such as running lights and horns to make sure they are on board, and
operable.
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Make sure there are enough provisions for the cruise.
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Leave a float plan with someone who can notify authorities in the event you do not return in the
allotted time.
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Double check the fuel and engine oil levels.
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Set the battery switch for the proper setting.