Marquis 720 FLY, Руководство пользователя

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YACHTING SAFETY IS YOUR RESPONSIBILITY . Fully understand the operating procedures and safety precautions
outlined in the Owner’s Information Kit and this Owner’s Guide before operating the yacht .
SAFE YACHTING IS NO
ACCIDENT .
SAFE OPERATION
Safe operation includes, but is not limited to, the following:
• Keep the yacht and equipment in safe operating condition . Inspect the hull, engines, safety equipment, and all
yachting gear regularly .
NOTE: Federal law requires the owner to provide and maintain safety equipment onboard . Consult the U .S .
Coast Guard, state, and local regulations to ensure all required safety equipment is onboard .
Additional equipment may be recommended for your safety and the safety of the passengers . Become
aware of the safety equipment’s availability and use .
• Use caution when fueling the yacht . Understand the fuel tank’s capacity, and fuel amount used when operating at
frequently used engine speeds (RPMs) .
• Make sure enough fuel is stored for cruising requirements . Know the tank’s cruising radius and fuel tank range . Typical tank
usage: 1/3 of the supply to reach the destination, 1/3 to return, and keep1/3 in reserve for changes in plans due to weather
or other circumstances .
• ALWAYS keep fire extinguishing and lifesaving equipment onboard . The safety equipment must meet regulatory standards,
and should be noticeable, accessible, and in proper operating condition . Passengers onboard should know of the equip-
ment’s location, and how to use each piece of equipment .
• Keep an eye on the weather . Be aware of possible changing conditions by checking local weather reports before
departure . Monitor strong winds and electrical storms .
• Always keep accurate, updated charts of the areas chosen to cruise . Keep back up charts if a chart plotter is used .
• File a Float Plan with a family member, relative, friend, or other responsible person ashore before departure from
PORT or harbor .
• Always practice safe yachting, courtesy, and common sense .
• Instruct at least one passenger onboard with the yacht’s basic operation . The designated person can take over if the
operator is unexpectedly, unable to maintain control .
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DO NOT
allow passengers to ride anywhere other than designated seating areas .
• Ask all passengers to remain seated while the yacht is in motion .
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DO NOT
use the boarding platform or boarding ladder, while either of the engines are running . Both engines must be
shut off .
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Understand and obey the “Rules of the Road.”
Always maintain complete control of the yacht .
• DO NOT overload or improperly load the yacht . See Section 9: Load Capacity, for instructions on maximum capacity
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DO NOT
travel faster than conditions warrant or beyond your abilities .
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DO NOT
operate the yacht in weather or sea conditions beyond your skill and experience .
• DO NOT operate the yacht while under the influence of drugs and/or alcohol .
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DO NOT
operate the yacht if visually impaired .
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WEATHER
All passengers should be aware of present weather conditions and the weather forecast at all times . Check the forecast before
beginning a day of yachting . However, be aware that weather conditions can change rapidly .
If a marine radio is onboard:
Listen to the weather reports issued by the U .S . Coast Guard and other sources . •