OPERATION MANUAL
Mahe 36 - Skedaddle
Page 7 – Radio
VHF Radio
Skedaddle is equipped with a VHF radio.
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To operate, turn the circuit breaker on at the panel.
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Turn the radio on, select the channel, and adjust squelch to stop static.
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Cumberland will call you at 9.30am and 2.30pm on Channel 81 or 82. At all times
contact base on Channels 81 and 82.
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When talking to another vessel use channel 11 (eleven) or 08 (zero eight).
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Detailed instructions are on the Cumberland Charter's radio instruction sheet.
Radio Schedules
Charterers are required to answer radio schedules twice daily on Channel 81 and 82
at 9.30am and 2.30pm.
If reception is bad try Channel 82 in northern waters.
You must be in contact with base twice daily or you will be liable for search costs
involved in locating you and your vessel.
