Silverton 45 convertible, Operator'S Manual

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INTRODUCTION-10
OWNER ADVISORY STATEMENTS
This Owner’s Manual contains certain advisory
statements designed to alert you to conditions
affecting equipment operation and maintenance
practices and they are as follows:
Important: This is an advisory statement or proce-
dure intended to prevent damage to equipment or
its associated components.
Note: This is a general advisory statement relating
to equipment and maintenance procedures intended
to call your attention to important information that
is not contained within the normal text describing
the speci
fi c issue.
SUMMARY OF
OWNER’S MANUAL CONTENTS
Brief summaries of each section of this Owner’s
Manual are as follows:
Introduction
This section includes general information
about your yacht, warranty information,
your responsibilities as the owner and/or
operator, laws and regulations, logs and
records.
Getting Familiar
This section is like a tour; showing you
the various accessories and appliances,
both standard and optional, that are found
on your yacht. In addition, the Hull, Deck,
Interior, and Engine Compartment will be
described.
Boating Safety
This section discusses potential hazards
associated with boating, safety recom-
mendations, safety information, and safety
practices. It also discusses safety equip-
ment necessary to provide a reasonably
safe operating environment.
Note: For your safety, this Owner’s Manual has
speci fi c safety warnings and comments where ap-
propriate. Be certain to read and have an under-
standing of the entire manual.
Systems Operation
This section explains the various systems
found on your yacht
and their operation and
maintenance procedures.
Cleaning / Maintenance
Preventive maintenance is the key to
trouble-free operation and helps to protect
your investment. This section explains
what you should do to maintain your yacht
and how to make basic adjustments and
repairs. A Maintenance Chart summarizes
maintenance tasks by frequency. Included
are procedures for winterizing and storing
your yacht.
Operation of Your YACHT
This section explains what procedures you
should follow before, during and after your
boating excursion to make it an enjoyable
and safe experience.
Glossary of Terms
The Glossary defines common nautical
terms associated with your
yacht.
Systems Schematics
This section displays schematic drawings,
such as the Mechanical Layout, Electrical
Schematic, and Fresh Water Schematic that
may be useful to you in understanding the
general layout of the systems described.