Regal 2300, Owner'S Manual

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Safety On Board
U. S. Coast Guard approved fi re extinguishers are required on all Regal
boats. Besides the minimum Coast Guard requirements always check
state and local agencies for additional requirements and equipment.
Coast Guard approved extinguishers are hand-portable, either B-I
or B-II classi
fi cation. U. S. Coast Guard approved hand-portable
and semi-portable extinguishers contain a metal plate that shows the
manufacturer’s name and extinguisher type, capacity and operating
instructions. They have a special marine type mounting bracket which
keeps the extinguisher solidly mounted until needed.
The extinguisher needs to be mounted in a readily accessible location
but one out of being bumped by people while underway. All approved
extinguishers need to feature an indication gauge.
USCG- Approved Fire Extinguisher Types & Features
The dry chemical agent is widely used because
of its convenience and low cost. The extinguisher
canister is
fi lled with a white dry chemical power
along with a pressurized gas. It is a good idea to
shake this type periodically because they tend to
“pack” on the canister bottom.
The foam type uses a chemical foaming agent plus
water and is best when used for fi res involving
fl ammable liquids- solvents, gasoline,oil, grease
and various paints. It will work on fi res involving
rubber, plastics, cloth, wood, and paper. It leaves
a messy residue. Not for electric
fi res.
The carbon dioxide unit uses CO
2
gas under high
pressure, with a funnel discharge hose usually
swivel mounted. This extinguisher leaves no
residue and does not cause interior engine harm.
To ensure workability, weigh the unit annually.
10% maximum weight variance is allowed.