Formula SUN SPORT, Owner'S Manual

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FORMULA
BOATING SAFETY
SUN SPORT
Fume Alarm
Your Formula boat is equipped with a fume
detector that provides an audible and visual alarm
whenever explosive gases are detected in the
bilge area.
In the event the detector goes into the alarm
mode, immediately operate the engine
compartment blowers and inspect for the source
of fumes.
For testing procedure and additional information,
refer to the fume detector instructions in your
Owner Information Binder.
OPERATING BY MINORS
Minors must be supervised by an adult whenever
operating a boat. Many states have laws
regarding the minimum age and licensing
requirements of minors. Be sure to contact the
state boating authorities for information.
Fume Detector
Figure 2-13
GASOLINE FUME DETECTOR
MUTE TEST
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COMMUNICATION
Radio communication is the most important
avenue of receiving weather reports and Coast
Guard warnings, and for transmitting information
such as a request for assistance. Use a VHF/FM
radio for short-range communication, and a
single-sideband radio (SSB) for long-range.
For all U. S. waters, the National Weather Service
operates the NOAA Weather Radio (NWR). This
service provides continuous weather information
on the following VHF/FM frequencies:
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162.400 MHz
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162.425 MHz
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162.450 MHz
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162.475 MHz
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162.500 MHz
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162.525 MHz
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162.550 MHz
It is good practice to periodically monitor the
weather. For additional information, refer to your
radio operator’s manual in your Owner
Information Binder.
A distress call is transmitted on VHF/FM radio
channel 16 (156.800 MHz) or 2182 kHz (SSB).
Know your audible signals:
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For emergency, the call sign is “Mayday.”
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An urgent situation, the call sign is “Pan-
Pan.”
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For navigational safety and weather
warnings, the call sign is “Security.”
Repeat the call sign three times.
Immediately react to a distress call. Assist, if
possible, using an emergency frequency.
Otherwise continue to monitor the situation until
help has arrived.
Cellular Telephone
A cellular phone can be extremely convenient.
Cellular telephone service continues to improve
by expanding service areas and advancing
technology.
Seek the latest available information regarding
network providers in your boating area before
purchasing cellular telephone service.
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