Edgewater Networks 185CC - Locker Drains; T-Top Drain (optional T-Top); Safety Equipment; Required Safety Equipment

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7.5 Locker Drains
On the 185CC, there is a forward anchor locker which drains directly through the hull. There is also a
bow storage locker that drains overboard and a cooler seat forward of the console which drains
through the transom. It is possible that under certain conditions sea water may enter these lockers.
This is normal and no cause for alarm, some water may remain in the rear most part of the lockers. If
you are using the lockers for something other than fish & ice, (i.e. dry storage) use the rubber plugs
provided in the owner’s bag to prevent sea water entry. A diagram of the raw water system is included
in the Appendix.
7.6 T-Top Drain (optional T-Top)
There are small holes drilled into the bottom of the T-top to facilitate the removal of any water that
might inadvertently get into the structure. These should be periodically checked, especially during
freezing weather, as trapped water could freeze, expand, and damage the hard-top.
8/Safety Equipment
8.1 Required Safety Equipment
Contact the U.S. Coast Guard Boating Safety Hotline at 1-800-368-5647, or 1-202-267-1070 to obtain
a pamphlet on the latest required and suggested safety equipment. The Coast Guard Auxiliary also
offers “Courtesy Examinations” to help ensure your boat is properly equipped.
The following is a list of required safety equipment to be aboard your boat. This may be modified from
time to time and it is suggested that you contact the U.S. Coast Guard Boating Safety Hotline at 800-
368-5647 or pick up a copy of the latest “Federal Requirements and Safety Tips of Recreational
Boats” pamphlet.
• Personal Floatation Devices (PFD’s)
These must bear a tag that they have been approved by the U.S. Coast Guard and must be in
serviceable condition. They must also be of the appropriate size for the wearer, i.e. for children there
must be children’s life vests on board. Many states now require children to wear PFD’s at all times. You
should check with your state to determine the proper requirements. You should maintain at least one
Type I, II, or III PFD for each person on board, plus one throwable device, a ring or boat cushion, Type
IV.
• Visual Distress Signals
These are now required in virtually all waters of the United States. If in doubt, please check with the
U.S. Coast Guard Boating Safety Hotline at 1-800-368-5647 for a specific answer.
• Pyrotechnic Visual Distress Signals
These must be U.S. Coast Guard approved, be in a serviceable condition, and be readily accessible.
They each have a service life date and are not counted beyond this date. These types include both
hand held flares and aerial flares.