Seago Sea Master ISO 9650-1, Owner'S Operating Manual

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Manoeuvring the Liferaft
The paddles supplied in your safety kit are only suitable for small manoeuvres; this is due to the water ballast
pockets causing essential drag. The raft can be stabilized using the drogue which is stowed near the canopy
entrance; this prevents the liferaft from drifting too quickly. When the liferaft is taken in tow, remember to
retrieve the drogue and stow on board.
Repair and Maintenance of the Liferaft in the event of deployment.
In the event your liferaft starts to deflate, use the pump to stem the flow and keep the tubes firmly inflated.
Should the liferaft get a puncture, use the conical bungs provided to affect a repair.
How to Signal your location
Your liferaft is fitted with a canopy mounted light, three red hand flares, 2 parachute rocket flares and a torch.
During daylight hours the canopy light should be switched off at the battery housed on the top canopy tube.
During the hours of darkness switch the light back on. When letting the red hand flares off (which are used
to pinpoint your location), only do so when the rescue vessel is in sight. However, extreme caution must be
exercised when letting them off: - follow these rules carefully:
Pyrotechnic flares are highly dangerous. Fully read and understand the instructions marked on
the flare before use. Extreme care should be taken when using a flare.
Ensure the flare trajectory is pointing away from you.
• Always point away from the raft
• Always aim upwards
• Always lean out of the raft through the canopy exit
• Always hold at arm’s length
• Warning flares are highly dangerous and can cause serious burns if used incorrectly.
• Do not touch the flare or allow it to come into contact with the raft during or after it has extinguished.
The torch can be used for signalling Morse code using the flash button supplied.
The international signal for help is S.O.S.
Important tips
• Always ensure your liferaft servicing is up to date
• Stow your liferaft in an easily accessible position
• If possible, prepare a waterproof grab bag with additional survival equipment, which should be stowed in a
position close to the liferaft. Some items that could be considered:
Spare spectacles
Spare water sachets
Spare lifejacket
Additional flares
Additional seasickness tablets
EPIRB
Biscuit rations
Comprehensive survival manual
First Aid Kit
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