Ockelbo B18 Series, Owner'S Manual

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3. GENERAL INFORMATION
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CAUTION
WARNING
DANGER
WARNING
The bow eye and securing eye are not designed for lifting, mooring, anchoring or towing of
the boat! The cleats are not designed for lifting the boat! Failure to comply with these
warnings may lead to extensive material damages, injuries and death.
Breaking strength of ropes and chains must not exceed 80 % of the breaking strength of the
strong point in question.
3.11 L
IFTING OF THE BOAT
Commission only a reputable lifting company or boat yard with sufficient lifting capacity
to lift the boat. In addition to the boat’s own weight, also consider the equipment, and
other possible loads in the boat. Always empty any bilge water before lifting.
The positions of the lift straps are shown in the figure. When lifting the boat with lift
straps, Ockelbo recommends using a forklift or lifting frame in order to separate the
straps from the upper hull and fender. The straps need to be vertical. If these
recommendations are not followed, there may be damages on both hull and fender and
these are not covered by any warranty.
During the lift, make sure that the boat is well balanced and be careful with rails and
other equipment. Ensure that lifting straps cannot slide in any direction either on the
boat or on the lifting device.
Cover hoist/lift devices with soft material to prevent scratches. Do not stand under the
boat while lifted.
Never stand below the boat when lifted . Use only the lifting procedure specified in this
manual. Using the cleats, secure eye, bow eye, handrails or other parts of the boat for lifting is
dangerous and could cause severe injury or death.
Lifting heavy items is always risky and requires specific skills. If you lack that, or in any way
feel uncertain, always contact a professional lifting company or other experienced persons.