• Propulsion engine trim angles
• Loading and load distribution
• Speed
• Rapid acceleration
• Sea conditions
• Rain and spray
• Darkness and fog
• Persons or movable gear in operator's field of vision
The international regulations for preventing collisions at sea (COLREGs) and the rules of
the road require that a proper lookout be maintained at all times and observance of right
of way. Make certain no other vessels are in the path before proceeding.
6.4 Navigation Lights
Night boating requires running lights. The craft is not fitted with the following navigation
lights:
The running/navigation lights are controlled at the switch board.
Light
Anchor
Mounting position
Portable mast
Caution
Check for proper operation of navigation lights before heading out and
carry replacement bulbs for all navigation lights
Caution
Always replace bulbs with one of the same wattage.
6.5 Anchoring, Mooring & Towing
It is the owner,s / operator’s responsibility to ensure that the mooring lines, towing lines,
anchor chains, and anchors are adequate for the vessel's intended use. Owners should
also consider what action will be necessary when securing a tow line on board.
Breaking strength of forward strong point: 73.3 kN (7.5 tones)
Caution
The breaking strength of lines / chains should not exceed 80% of the
breaking strength of the strong point to which it is attached.
Caution
Always tow or be towed at slow speed. Never exceed the hull speed of a
displacement craft when towing or being towed
.
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