Warning
Failure of the steering system will cause loss of control of your boat. Any
change in steering such as looseness, tightness, binding, etc., must be
checked immediately by a qualified person.
5 PRE-LAUNCH OBSERVATIONS
5.1 Recommended Safety Equipment
1.Life jacket or buoyancy aid for each person 8. Appropriate weatherproof clothing
2. Compass 9. Charts
3. Anchor and line 10. At least 2 wraps
4. First aid kit including compress 11. Thermal blanket
5. Bucket 12. Distress flares
6. VHF radio 13. Binoculars
7. Knife in protective sheath 14. Drinking water
5.2 Risk of Loss of Stability
The stability and buoyancy of this boat has been assessed on the basis of the weights
specified in section: 3.2.3
Caution
The sea can be unpredictable. Be prepared by carrying the above
equipment, as a minimum, at all times.
Warning
The boat should never carry more than the manufacturer's recommended
load. The load should be suitably distributed, bearing in mind that stability
is most significantly reduced by any weight added high up in the boat
Caution
Stability can also be adversely affected by sloshing fluid. Bilge water
should be kept to a minimum
Caution
The stability of this boat is significantly reduced at speeds above
displacement speed.
Caution
Stability may be reduced when towing or lifting heavy weights using a
davit or boom.
Caution
Breaking waves are a serious stability hazard
5.3 Risk of Flooding
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