Lagoon 421, Owner'S Manual

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LAGOON 421
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NAVIGATION
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The sliding door locks in three different positions: closed, ajar (airing
position) and open.
A latch on the doorframe enables locking from inside the saloon.
Switch on the main power of the boat by activating the battery swit-
ches located in the port and starboard aft cabins,then activate the
different accessory switches on the electrical panel.
Check the charge rate of the batteries, the water level in the tanks
and the fuel level (see ELECTRICITY and MOTORIZATION chap-
ter).
Carry out the inventory of compulsory safety equipment and instruct
the crew concerning its location and operation.
The international regulations to prevent collision at sea (COLREG)
and the course regulations make mandatory a permanent and pro-
per surveillance and the respect of priority.
Make sure there is no other boat on your way.
The visibility from the steering station may be obstructed in the fol-
lowing conditions:
- Load and load distribution.
- Sea conditions, rain, spray, fog or darkness.
- Lights on inside the boat.
- Persons and removable equipments in the helmsman's field of vi-
sibility.
Getting under way
RECOMMENDATION
While sailing block the sliding door shut.
RECOMMENDATION
When entering the saloon be careful of the step leading
down into the port hull.
DANGER
Remember to disconnect the shore power supply before
casting off.
Visibility in navigation
NAVIGATION