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2. BEFORE YOU SET OFF
Familiarise yourself with this owner’s manual.
Always check at least the following items before leaving:
Weather conditions and forecast
Take the wind, waves and visibility into account. Are the design category, size and equip
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ment of your boat, as well as the skills of the skipper and crew, adequate for the waters you
are headed for? Hull windows and hatches must be battened down during high wind and
rough seas to prevent water incursion.
Loading and stability
Do not overload the craft, and distribute loads appropriately. Heavy items are to be placed
in the storage compartments under the aft bench. Also note that the boat is less stable if
people stand up when on board.
Passengers
Ensure that there are personal flotation devices or lifejackets for all people on board. Agree
on crew tasks before setting off.
Fuel and fuel system
Make sure that the boat has enough fuel, including a 20% reserve for heavy weather or
other unforeseen eventualities.
Engine and manoeuvring equipment
Check the function and condition of steering and remote control, and carry out routine
checks according to the engine manual.
Seaworthiness of the boat
Check the boat’s seaworthiness: no fuel or water leaks, safety equipment available on
board, etc. Check that there is no water in the bilge.
Equipment stowage
Check that all onboard items are positioned so that they will stay in place even in rough
seas and high winds. Please note that the seat cushions may fly overboard if they are not
fixed properly with press studs.
Nautical charts
Unless you are navigating in completely familiar waters, ensure you have nautical charts on
board that cover a large enough area! If your boat is equipped with a chart plotter, learn to
use it before setting off. Ensure that the plotter charts are of the latest edition.
Leaving the berth
Agree with the crew who will release each mooring line, etc. Be careful not to let mooring
lines or the anchoring line become fouled in the propeller during manoeuvring.
Obligatory equipment
What is considered obligatory equipment varies between different countries. Find out what
is required for your boat.
You will find additional instructions concerning the engine in the separate engine manual.
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