Grady-White Boats Express 370, Owner'S Manual

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MERGENCY
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TOP
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WITCH
All Grady-Whites are equipped with an emergency stop switch. This is a safety feature that if
used properly will shut the engine(s) down if the operator leaves or falls from the helm position.
The ignition shutdown system includes a shut-off switch, switch clip, lanyard and lanyard clip.
The lanyard clip is attached to the operator. If a situation arises where the boat should stop, a pull
on the cord to release the clip from the shut-off switch will shut down the engine(s). To reset the
emergency stop switch, simply reinstall the switch clip. The decision to use the emergency stop
switch rests with the owner/operator. See page 82 in
Sportfish, Cruisers, Yachts Owner’s Manual.
E
MERGENCY
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NFORMATION
While boating, unpleasant situations may develop. You should prepare yourself on how to
cope with them whether they happen aboard your vessel or someone else’s. Anticipate and plan
for specific situations such as fire, man overboard, collision, etc. to give you the confidence and
ability necessary to handle an emergency. The key is to remain calm. For emergency procedures,
see Section 4 in
Sportfish, Cruisers, Yachts Owner’s Manual.
• Rendering Assistance
The owner or operator of a vessel is required by law to render all practical or necessary
assistance to any person or vessel affected by collision, accident or casualty.
However, you
are not required to endanger your vessel or passengers to render assistance.
• Accident Reporting
Report all boating accidents to your local authorities. Federal regulations require boat
operators involved in an accident to submit a written report within 48 hours.
In the event of
death or disappearance, notification is required immediately by phone or radio in addition
to the written report. These reports can be submitted to the State Boating Law Administrator.
Forms can be obtained through the USCG, local harbor patrol offices, sheriff, and police
stations.
• Lightning Precautions
This awareness is included to ensure the safety of the owner and passengers. Always be
mindful of the weather! When a lightning storm advances, certain safety precautions should
be taken. Dock the boat and seek shelter on land. If this is not possible, seek refuge inside the
boat until the storm has passed.
Stay out of the water! Lightning will seek a ground when it
strikes and may pass through metal components if it hits your boat. For this reason, avoid
contact with metal parts of the boat under these conditions.