Owner's Manual
Shearwater 340 / 310 / 280 / 260 AL
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WELCOME
If this is your first craft, or you are changing to a type of craft you are not familiar with, for your own
comfort and safety, ensure that you obtain handling and operating experience before assuming
command of the craft.
Keep a sharp lookout for people and objects in the water;
Never sail when the operator is under the influence of drugs or alcohol;
Be aware of the crew/passenger's safety at all times;
It is the boat owner/operator's responsibility to:
Regardless of the craft's seaworthiness and its certified design category, protection from freak sea
and wind conditions cannot be guaranteed. Beware of offshore winds and currents. The ability,
experience and fitness of the crew, therefore, should be taken into consideration before making any
voyage.
Know the limitations of your boat;
Any boat dealer or national sailing federation or yacht club will be pleased to advise you of local sea
schools, or competent instructors
ABOUT THIS MANUAL
Boating Experience
Reduce speed when there is limited visibility, rough water, people in the water
nearby, boats, or structures;
Ensure all crew receive suitable training, particularly with regards to location and
operation of safety equipment;
Ensure compliance with all legislation in place in the area of operation. These may
include requirements for the carriage of life saving equipment, licensing of the
helmsman and respect for the environment.
Ensure the craft is properly maintained at all time;
Follow the rules of the road;
Make sure you receive a full explanation of all systems from the person transferring ownership to you.
Congratulations on becoming the new owner of a: Shearwater 340 / 310 / 280 / 260 AL
Have the craft inspected by qualified personnel at regular intervals and whenever a
cause for concern is raised; and
Responsibility
Ensure that the anticipated wind and sea conditions will correspond to the design
category of your boat and that you and your crew are able to handle the boat in
these conditions;
This manual has been compiled to help you to operate your craft with safety and pleasure. It contains
details of the craft; the equipment supplied or fitted its systems and information on their operation.
Please read it carefully and familiarise yourself with the craft before using it. Ensure that everyone
who will operate the vessel reads this manual before setting out.
This manual complies with the EU Recreational Craft Directive (RCD) and should not be perceived as
an exhaustive guide to the vessel. A manual is not a replacement for experience and common sense!
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