MasterCraft Aviara AV32, Owner'S Manual

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Fire Extinguishers
T
he engine compartment of every Aviara sterndrive model,
every AV40 regardless of engine configuration, and generator
equipped AV36 outboards are equipped with an automatic fire
suppression system. The system has a manual deployment
handle mounted in the helm area which uses a clean agent
canister to suppress fires in the engine compartment.
Every boat Aviara builds is required by law to have on board
one (1) 2.5-pound, dry chemical fire extinguisher rated for Type
A, B and C fires. The dry chemical fire extinguisher is standard
equipment, and is automatically included in your boat from the
factory. Replacement units can be ordered from Aviara.
If any of the fire suppression system canisters on board
your boat are discharged (whether a canister in an automatic
system or a portable fire extinguisher), then they must be
In The Event
of a Fire
Fire on-board is among the most serious of matters that
boaters can experience. Due to the close proximity of fuel
tanks and a number of electrically operated items that can
result in a spark or arc, any and all fires on a boat should be a
matter for immediate action.
While your Aviara boat is equipped with a fire suppression
system and fire extinguishers, it is important to make a
quick and calculated decision regarding any fires. If the
extinguishing/suppression materials do not quickly extinguish
the fire, it may become necessary to abandon ship. Make sure
everyone on board has a PFD and swims as quickly and as far
as possible, up wind and upstream from the boat. If gasoline
or oil is released, it will float on top of the water, and may
spread out and/or move across the water as the result of any
current in the water. Gasoline or oil can ignite, even if floating
on the top of water.