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7.5 Locker Drains
On the 228CC, there is a forward anchor locker that drains directly through the hull. There are
also bow fishwell and storage lockers. The starboard locker drains onto the floor, the port drains
overboard. These lockers are close the waterline of the boat. It is possible that under certain
conditions seawater may enter the 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 port fishwell locker for
something other than fish & ice, (i.e. dry storage), use the rubber plug provided in the owner’s bag
to prevent sea water entry.
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 hardtop.
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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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