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NOTE!
• The yield strength of ropes or chains should not exceed that of
the relevant mooring points.
• Always fasten the towing line so that it can be unfastened under
load.
• Use small speeds when towing or being towed. If the boat has a
displacement hull, do not exceed its hull speed.
CAUTION!
The towing line is under heavy tension. If the line snaps, the line
end may lash out at fatal speeds. Always use a line with sufficient
thickness and do not linger along its path.
For the purposes of towing and anchoring, the yield strength of the
bow cleats is 22 kN.
The forward mooring force for cleats in the bow and amidships is
18.1 kN and, for aft cleats, 15.4 kN.
Cleats used for towing, mooring and anchoring Trailer loop
TOWING AND MOORING
(Figure 8)
5.10.5 Trailer transport
When lifting the XO boat on a trailer, make sure the trailer is suitable
for the boat: there are sufficient supports for avoiding concentra-
ted loads and its load-bearing capacity and dimensions are suffi-
cient to carry the boat and its engine, equipment, battery, boating
accessories and fuel on board. Carefully consult the national road
traffic regulations concerning combined transport and the related
driver’s license requirements. Check also that your car has suffi-
cient towing capacity for pulling the trailer. Remove excess items
and bilge water from the boat before lifting the boat onto the trai-
ler. Adjust the side supports of the trailer so that the keel supports
bear the bulk of the weight and the side supports only provide sup-
port for the boat. Use only the loop in the stem for lifting the boat
onto the trailer; the cleats cannot take the boat’s weight during lif-
ting. Leash the boat securely onto the trailer before transport. Pro-
tect the boat by placing padding between the boat and the straps
where chafing may occur. Check the engine’s manual for additional
instructions concerning trailer transport.
Also remember the boat’s accessories during trailer transport. Make
sure loose items in the boat are stowed securely. Do not cover the
boat with any kind of hood, canopy or boat cover during trailer tran-
sport. At high road speeds, the canopy or cover may become loose
and damage the boat or become a hazard to the boat or other road
users. During trailer transport, the canopy would start flapping due
to air draught and may cause surface damage to the boat. Store
the boat canopy in its locker or detach the canopy completely for
transport. Also, make sure the boat’s door is properly secured for
transport.
NOTE!
The weight of the trailer should rest slightly on the towing bar.
Make sure that the boat is securely lashed to the trailer and that
the boat's weight is distributed evenly against the side supports.
If loose, the boat may roll during transport and hit one of the sup-
ports, potentially damaging the hull.
CAUTION!
A poorly maintained boat trailer, or one with insufficient load-car-
rying capacity, may break down during transport, causing a hazard.
Make sure that the trailer's load-bearing capacity is sufficient for
the combined weight of the boat, engine, fuel and equipment.
CAUTION!
Do not cover the boat with any kind of hood, canopy or boat cover
during trailer transport. At high road speeds, the canopy or cover
may become loose and damage the boat or become a hazard to
the boat or other road users.
5.10.6 Navigation
The boat must always have a compass and an up-to-date nautical
chart, even if you generally use a GPS chart plotter for navigation.
GPS should only be considered a navigational aid, not the primary
means of navigation. The craft’s commander should have at least
rudimentary navigation skills.
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