Volvo Penta 4.3OSi-C, Руководство оператора

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Your new boat
Every new boat has it’s own special characteristics. Even
experienced boat owners should note carefully how a boat
behaves at different speeds, weather conditions, and loads.
Your boat owner’s manual contains information to help you
operate it with safety and pleasure. It contains details of the
boat, equipment supplied or fitted, systems, and information
on operation and maintenance. Please read it carefully, and
familiarize yourself with your boat before using it for the first
time.
We strongly recommend that you install an emergency stop
switch, regardless of the type of boat. If your boat does not
have with an emergency stop switch, contact your Volvo
Penta dealer, who can assist you in selecting one.
Boater’s responsibilities
The operation, maintenance, and care of the Volvo Penta
engine and power package as outlined in the owner’s manual
are the owner’s responsibility. (See the
Maintenance Sched-
ule) The owner must keep records of all maintenance ser-
vices performed. This record of proper maintenance may be
required to determine warranty coverage on certain repairs
and should be transferred to each subsequent owner. If you
are not sure of the proper maintenance procedures, contact
the Volvo Penta Consumer Affairs Department.
The operator is responsible for the correct operation of the
boat and for the safety of all passengers. Make sure that all
operators read this manual before operating the boat. Show
your passengers the location of emergency equipment and
explain how to use it. Be sure one of your passengers knows
how to handle your boat in case of emergency.
Requirements for personal flotation devices (life vests, life
preservers) and other safety equipment vary, depending on
the type of boat and local regulations. Always comply with
the regulations that apply to your boat.
Planning your trip
Everyone wants to have a problem-free and pleasant time
when they take their boat out. To help you do this we have
provided a pre-journey checklist below. Take extra time to
check the engine and its equipment and the general mainte-
nance of the boat.
• Get up to date charts for the planned route
• Calculate distance and fuel consumption
• Note places where you can refuel on your planned course
• Tell friends or relatives about your route (that is, file a
“float plan”).
Safety equipment
• Rescue and emergency items such personal flotation
devices and signal rockets. Make sure all passengers
know where these items are.
• Replacement parts
• Proper tools
• Fire extinguisher checked and charged
Basic safety rules of boating
• Shut off the engine when people who are in the water
come near the boat.
• Propellers are inherently dangerous, and as such are
potential safety hazards. Make sure that the propeller is
not operating when people who are in the water come
near the boat.
• Avoid standing up or shifting weight suddenly in small,
lightweight boats.
• Keep your passengers seated in seats. The boat’s bow,
gunwale, transom, and seat backs are not intended for
use as seats.
• Insist on the use of personal flotation devices by all pas-
sengers at all times.
• Know the “rules of the road” and obey them. If you are
not familiar with the “rules of the road,” take the U.S.
Coast Guard’s boater safety course. You may find infor-
mation about boating safety at
WWW.USCGBOATING.ORG and WWW.CGAUX.ORG/
CGAUXWEB/PUBLIC/PUBFRAME.HTM.
• Prevent explosion and fire by maintaining your fuel de-
livery system in top condition. Fuel vapor is volatile;
handle fuel with care.
• Keep your boat and equipment neat and in top operat-
ing condition. Carry a selection of spare parts for the
engine. (Volvo Penta’s onboard kit contains a selection
of essential items that a boat owner should carry at all
times. See your Volvo Penta dealer.)
• NEVER OPERATE THE BOAT IF YOU ARE UNDER
THE INFLUENCE OF DRUGS OR ALCOHOL.
• If boating waters are unfamiliar, obtain appropriate charts
to avoid damage from underwater objects.