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GETTING UNDERWAY
Studio ti 03312 540-04usa
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− Ensure that the individual and collective personal safety and rescue
equipment is available and in good condition.
− Check that all loose materials are properly fixed.
− Check that the loads are distributed evenly and the yacht floats on its
lines without excessive list and in proper fore-and-aft trim.
− Check that all portlights and hatches are properly closed and secured.
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WARNING
Equipment, and supplies loaded onboard may alter the yacht’s attitude
afloat, affecting the trim and list. Distribute loads evenly so the yacht
floats on its lines. Secure all loose items, to avoid sudden, dangerous
load movement.
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CAUTION
Open hatches can be hazardous when the yacht is navigating. Before
sailing, make sure that all deck hatches, portlights and engine room
hatches are secured in closed position, in order to prevent injury to
persons onboard or even death and/or water penetration when the yacht
is navigating.
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WARNING
Before starting the engines disconnect the battery charger.
NOTICES
BERTRAM furnishes the equipment required by the international
regulations.
The Owner is responsible for providing any equipment or safety device
required by national regulations in force for the waters in which the
yacht is navigating.