PURSUIT 2865 DENALI, Owner'S Manual

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2865 DENALI
The General Prudential Rule
In obeying the Rules of the Road, due regard must be given to all dangers of navigation and
collision, and to any special circumstances, including the limitations of the vessels, which
may justify a departure from the rules that is necessary to avoid immediate danger or a
collision.
Navigation Aids
Aids to navigation are placed along coasts
and navigable waters as guides to mark safe
water and to assist mariners in determining
their position in relation to land and hidden
dangers. Each aid to navigation is used to
provide specific information. You should
be familiar with these and any other mark-
ers used in your boating area.
STORMS AND WAVE ACTION CAN CAUSE BUOYS TO MOVE. YOU SHOULD
NOT RELY ON BUOYS ALONE TO DETERMINE YOUR POSITION.
12.3 Pre-Cruise System Check
Before Starting the Engine:
• Check the weather forecast. Decide if the planned cruise can be made safely.
• Be sure all required documents are on board.
• Be sure all necessary safety equipment is on board and operative. This should include
items like the running lights, spotlight, life saving devices, etc. Please refer to the Safety
Equipment chapter for additional information on safety equipment.
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