7. SAFE BOATING TIPS
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BALLAST TANK
The EDGE is equipped with an internal water ballast
tank that provides stability and self-righting. The
ballast tank must be completely full when under sail
and power. If the tank is not completely full, the
boats stability will be reduced and its ability to self-
right may be significantly impaired, plus you may
experience decreased steering capability.
Periodically inspect ballast tank valves to guard
against undesired or unexpected water loss. Under
no condition should the water ballast tank be filled by
reversing the outboard engine. Forced entry of water
into the ballast tank may cause permanent damage to
the tank.
CREW SIZE, WEIGHT & LOCATION
The EDGE is weight specified at a maximum crew
size of 6 persons which must not exceed more than
1,438 pounds (652kg) including persons, gear and
propulsion. Crew placement is important when
shifting between sail and power modes. The position
of the center board, rudder, mast, sail and engine can
contribute to various changes in the vessels handling
when the boat is moving. In the power mode, always
ensure the crew is seated within the cockpit and
evenly distributed port and starboard. In general,
weight should be positioned low and aft, therefore,
ensure heavy items are not stored in the v-berth and
crew is not positioned on the cabin top or foredeck.
In sail mode, crew position will fluctuate based on the
crew member’s role, wind conditions, tacking, etc.
CAPSIZE HAZARD
THE WATER LEVEL OF THE BALLAST TANK IS
CRITICAL. ENSURE THE BALLAST TANK IS
COMPLETELY FULL BEFORE RAISING SAILS,
MOTORING ABOVE 6 MPH OR EXCEEDING
WAKE SPEED. ANY LEVEL OF THE TANK
OTHER THAN COMPLETELY FULL WILL
PRODUCE INSTABILITY AND MAY LEAD TO
CAPSIZING.
CAPSIZE HAZARD
FAILURE TO ADHERE TO THE FOLLOWING
GUIDELINES MY LEAD TO A CAPSIZED
VESSEL RESULTING IN POSSIBLE PROPERTY
DAMAGE, MAN OVERBOARD SITUATION OR
POSSIBLE DEATH.
Maximum crew size of 6 persons or 1,438 lbs
(652 kg) includes persons, gear and propulsion.
In power mode travel, ensure:
1. Crew is off the cabin top and foredeck
unless docking at idle speed
2. Engine should be off and boat resting
before moving forward to deploy anchor
3. Crew is seated in cockpit and
distributed evenly port and starboard
4. Ballast tank should be completely full
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