Bavaria VIRTESS 420 - Risk of Loss of Stability

Generalconsiderations
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9.6. Risk of loss of stability
Thestabilityandbuoyancycharacteristicsofthisboathavebeenassessedonthebasisoftheweightsspeciedin
section weights:
Caution
» The boat should never carry more than the manufacturer‘s recommended load.
» Bearinmindthatstabilityismostsignicantlyreducedbyanyweightaddedhighupin
theboat.Distributetheloadastomakesuretheboatoatsonleveltrim.
» Stabilityandyoursecuritymaybeadverselyaffectedbysloshinguidsuchaswater,
check bilge water levels at a regular basis.
» The boat may experience extreme motions and accelerations when performing wrong or
mistaken maneuvers.
Warning
» Loose equipment can cause damage to the craft and affect stability adversely. Ensure
all loose equipment is properly stowed before setting out.
» Thestabilityofthisboatissignicantlyreducedatspeedsabovedisplacementspeed.
This is especially true with waves and when you change course.
» Stability may be reduced when towing or lifting heavy weights using a davit or boom.
» Breaking waves are a serious stability hazard; drive your boat cautiously and with care.
» Every change or shift of weights may affect trim and the handling/behavior of the boat
massively.