Edgewater Networks 188 Center Console 2014, Owner Assistance Manual

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Safety Hotline at 1-800-368-5647, or 1-202-267-1070. You should, as part of routine boat
maintenance; check to make sure your extinguisher is still operable.
Never discharge your fire extinguisher to see if it still works. This will cause it to lose
pressure. If it is accidentally discharged or if it is used on a fire, replace it immediately.
8.2 Suggested Safety Equipment - Inshore
Suggested safety equipment, over and above the required equipment is:
First aid kit and manual
Boat hook
Tool kit
An adequate number and size of line should be on the boat. Bow lines should be at least
1/3 longer than the boat’s length and stern lines at least as long as the boat. When operating in
areas with unusually high tidal range, this should be lengthened. The minimum size line for a small
boat is 3/8” diameter 3-strand nylon. Refer to one of the listed references in the Appendix
for a complete discussion on line size relative to boat length.
Waterproof flashlight, with good batteries
Spare batteries
Spare boat keys
Binoculars
Tow line. This should be a minimum of 50’ long with at least one size increase over the
boat’s mooring lines.
Day/Night visual distress signals
Local charts and compass
Properly sized anchor and line
Fenders of the proper size
Always carry water, even for a 10 minute cruise.
8.3 Suggested Safety Equipment – Offshore
In addition to the required equipment, and the suggested inshore equipment, there is additional
equipment that 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.
VHF radio
A supplemental, portable VHF is also a good back up
Sunscreen
Spare propeller and the knowledge of how to properly change it, if required
Extra clothing for changeable weather conditions
Spare anchor with sufficient line for the water depth
Mirror
Charts