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Be sure all water has been pumped out of the bilge area.
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Be sure all required equipment is on board (mooring lines, anchor lines, tool
kit, etc.)
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Be sure you have enough fuel for the return trip.
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Check that no fuel, oil or water is leaking or has leaked into the bilge
compartment.
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Check all hoses and connections for leakage and damage.
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Check the hull for damage.
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Check that the batteries are fully charged and that the battery terminals are
clean and tight.
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Check the electrical systems and navigation lights for proper operation.
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Be sure that no person or obstacles are near the propeller.
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Check that all the required maintenance has been performed.
4.4 Checks during and after operation
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Check gauges frequently for signs and abnormal conditions.
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Check that controls operating smoothly.
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Check for excessive vibration.
4.5 Visibility
Operator vision from the helm can be obstructed by the high trim angles of the craft
and other factors caused by one or more of the
following variable conditions:
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loading and load distribution;
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speed;
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rapid acceleration;
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sea conditions;
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rain and spray;
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darkness and fog;
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Persons or movable gear in the operator's field of vision.
The International Regulations for Preventing Collisions at Sea (COLREGS) require that
a proper lookout be maintained at all times and observance of right of way.
Observance of these rules is essential.
4.6 Prevention from falling overboard
The foredeck is protected by a guard rail. The side
decks are equipped with foot stops and a handhold rail
on the superstructure.
Always use life vests when underway at sea.
WARNING
Keep clear visibility to the front
and aft
DANGER
When underway do not
position crew members or
passengers on the foredeck
