Ockelbo B21 CAB, Owner'S Manual

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2. OPERATING THE BOAT __PAGE 10
WARNING
3. Ensure that the fire-fighting equipment is readily accessible when the boat is
occupied.
4. Inform the crew members and passengers about the location and operation of
the fire-fighting equipment, the fire port, escape routes and the exits.
5. Unlock any deck hatches to enable fire fighting inside storage areas and keep
the fire port free.
6. Keep the bilges clean and check for fuel and gas vapours or fuel leaks
frequently.
1. Fire extinguisher
Never obstruct passageways to exits or hatches, obstruct safety controls (fuel valves, LPG
valves, electrical switches, etc.), obstruct portable fire extinguishers and fire ports, or allow
unqualified personnel to modify any of the boat’s systems. Keep the fire-fighting equipment
checked at the intervals indicated on the equipment.
2.4.2 Fire port
The starboard stern storage is equipped with a fire port. The port makes it possible to
detect and fight a fire below deck (bilge/tank area). The access to the fire port is through
the sofa hatch. Make sure you know its location, see the figure given below. The fire port
has a transparent cover, and an opening suitable for the fire extinguisher nozzle. In case