Edgewater Networks 318CC, Owner Assistance Manual

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Suggested safety equipment, over and above the required equipment is:
ҏҏ First aid kit and manual
ҏҏ Boat hook
ҏҏ Tool kit
ҏҏ An adequate number and size of line should be on the boat. Bowlines 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.
ҏҏ Waterproof flashlight, with good batteries
ҏҏ Spare batteries
ҏҏ Spare boat keys
ҏҏ Binoculars
ҏҏ Tow line. This should be a minimum of 50’ long with at least one size increase over the boat’s
mooring lines.
ҏҏ Day/Night visual distress signals
ҏҏ Local charts and compass
ҏҏ Properly sized anchor and line
ҏҏ Fenders of the proper size
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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.
ҏҏ VHF radio
ҏҏ A supplemental, portable VHF is also a good backup
ҏҏ Sunscreen
ҏҏ Spare propeller and the knowledge of how to properly change it, if required
ҏҏ Extra clothing for changeable weather conditions
ҏҏ Spare anchor with sufficient line for the water depth
ҏҏ Mirror
ҏҏ Charts