Monterey Boats 268 SC Sport Cruiser, Owner'S Manual

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Fire Extinguisher
U.S. Coast Guard approved fire extinguishers are generally required
on all Class I-III boats. Extinguishers should be mounted in readily
accessible areas away from the engine compartment and alcohol
stove (if equipped). All passengers should know the location and
operating procedure of each extinguisher.
Any marine fire extinguisher must be classified to extinguish type B
fires (gasoline, oil, or grease).
The size and number of required fire extinguishers depend on the
size of your boat. Check pressure gauge regularly for proper pres-
sure; have extinguisher filled if necessary.
Visual Distress Signals
Federal law also
requires boats 4.8
m (16 ft.) and
longer to carry
day and night
visual distress
signals when
operating on
coastal waters,
the Great Lakes,
territorial seas or
those waters
directly connected
to them, up to a
point where the
body of water is
less than two
miles wide. Carry
several types of
signaling devices
to handle a vari-
ety of conditions.
Pyrotechnic signaling devices can cause injury and prop-
erty damage if not handled properly. Follow manufactur-
er’s directions. Stow devices so they are inaccessible to
children.
NOTICE
●
Some pyrotechnics are restricted from use on certain bodies
of water, so always check with local authorities.
●
All signaling devices must be in serviceable condition, readily
accessible, and in compliance with Coast Guard require-
ments.
! WARNING !
ORANGE
FLAG
RED DISTRESS FLARE
(HAND)
ORANGE SMOKE
SIGNAL (HAND)
USE DAY AND NIGHT
O
S
S
USE DAY AND NIGHT
USE NIGHT ONLY
DYE MARKER
USE DAY ONLY
ARMS SIGNALS
(USE BRIGHT CLOTH)
KC-0082
USE
DAY
ONLY
ELECTRIC
DISTRESS
LIGHT
RED METEOR FLARE
USE DAY ONLY
USE DAY ONLY
BOATING SAFETY
1-5
OVERCHARGED
RECHARGE
KC-0083