NW Explorations
DISCOVERY OPERATING MANUAL
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Section I: Introduction & General Boat Description About This Manual
Manual Objective and Limitations
This manual is intended to introduce you to “Discovery”, its systems and features, allowing you to operate it with the
confidence and self-assurance necessary to enjoy your cruising vacation to its fullest. It is not intended to replace a basic
understanding of seamanship, including navigation skills, weather interpretation or boat handling. You are expected
to have an understanding of these subjects obtained through other sources, including training, seminars, reading and
perhaps most important, experience.
There is no way that a small manual like this one can answer every question or give you a solution to every circumstance,
foreseen or unforeseen. If you have a question which limits your understanding or handling of this vessel, ask your NWE
checkout skipper or contact the office for details (you might make a list of questions as you read the manual, saving them
all up to ask at one time).
How the Manual is Organized
The tab for each section defines its general purpose as shown on the front page.
You will use Section 3, containing checklists, most of all. You should have it available so that each checklist can be used
on a daily basis, even after you are familiar with the boat.
Section 6, regarding Emergency Procedures, is the most important, and you should read it, but hopefully you will never
need it.
Read this section first to learn about this manual and the general details of your boat. The other sections will tell you
most of what you need to know to enjoy your cruise to the fullest with safety and confidence.
