Owner's Manual
Shearwater 340 / 310 / 280 / 260 AL
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8.1
ALWAYS:
NEVER:
8.2
8.3
8.4
8.5
Any oil must be treated as chemical waste.
Leakage of Petrochemicals
The environment should be understood as including one's neighbours as well as the world of plants
and animals.
The previous sections of this manual provide information on how to protect the boat and its crew from
the environment. This section gives information on how the environment may be protected from the
boat and its crew.
Dispose overboard of any oil, paint or other chemical that is
potentially harmful to the environment. Sanctions are in place
in most parts of the world for those who disregard this rule!
ENVIRONMENTAL AWARENESS
Investigate the source of any oil leaks as soon as possible.
In many regions of the world, there are strictly enforced regulations regarding environmental
protection. It is the responsibility of the owner/operator to be aware of applicable regulations and to
ensure compliance with them.
Have oil-absorbing cloths or rolls on board.
Warning
Warning
Warning
The discharge of effluent into navigable waters is forbidden by law in
many areas. If such discharge causes a film or sheen upon or a
discoloration of the surface of the water or causes a sludge or emulsion
beneath the surface of the water, violators may be subject to a penalty. It
is the responsibility of the boat user to ensure that they are aware of local
legislation regarding discharge
Retain any household waste until it can be properly disposed of ashore.
Household Waste
Make excessive noise. Most people take to the water for relaxation which
is ruined by noise.
Dispose of recovered spilt oil correctly.
Wash / Waves
ALWAYS
Black & Grey Water
Be aware that in some areas speed restrictions are in place to avoid
erosion of banks/coastline.
Warning
When at sea for periods longer than space allows onboard storage of
waste, only jettison organic waste.
ALWAYS
Run the engine or generator unnecessarily.
NEVER
Adapt your speed to the water in which you are navigating. Consider the
comfort and safety of other (particularly small) boats around you.
Noise
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