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EXTERIOR EQUIPMENT
11.1 Deck
Rails and Deck Hardware
The rail system and hardware ttings have been
selected and installed to perform specic func-
tions. Hand rails are installed to provide a hand-
hold in certain areas of the boat. You should make
sure you keep at least one hand on the handholds
as you move about the boat.
Mooring lines should be secured to the cleats and
not to rails or stanchions. The cleats on your boat
are retractable and ush with the deck when not
in use. To use the cleats, pull up on the center
of the cleat until it locks in the mooring position.
Be sure a clear lead exists when running dock lines
or anchor lines. A line inadvertently run around
a stanchion or over the rail could cause damage.
Important:
All ttings must be periodically inspected for
loose t or wear and damage. Any problems
should be corrected immediately.
EVERGLADES BOATS ARE NOT EQUIPPED WITH HARDWARE
DESIGNED FOR TOWING PURPOSES. THE MOORING
CLEATS ARE NOT TO BE USED FOR TOWING ANOTHER
VESSEL OR HAVING THIS BOAT TOWED.
Navigation Lights
Navigation lights are located on deck at the
bow and on the hardtop. Recreational boats are
required to display navigation lights between
sunset and sunrise and other periods of reduced
visibility (fog, rain, haze, etc.) Navigation lights
are intended to keep other vessels informed of
your presence and course. Your boat is equipped
with navigation lights required by the U.S. Coast
Guard at the time of manufacture. It is up to you
to make sure they are operational and turned on
when required.
Navigation lights, if not functioning or illuminat-
ing to full intensity, should be replaced. When
replacing navigation lights, refer to manufacturer
Chapter 11:
Retractable Cleat Up
Retractable Cleat Down
Bow Navigation Lights
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