Hunter MH37 - Returning to Port

Getting Underway
13.1
Having been introduced to your boat and its systems,
understood all relevant safety procedures and received
training in seamanship, you are now ready to set sail.
We will break the stages of your outing into the following
categories:
Before Boarding
Boarding Your Boat
Starting the Engine
Getting Underway
Returning to Port
Emergency Operations
13.1 Before Boarding
In addition to the above noted preparatory training, you
should also be able to answer “yes” to the following ques-
tions before you go on that first cruise:
Has your dealer completed the Pre-Delivery Service
Inspection Report?
Have you and your dealer signed the Pre-Delivery
Service Inspection Report?
Have you completed and emailed or mailed all appli-
cable warranty registrations?
Have you read and understood this operator’s man-
ual and the OEM manuals?
Has your boat been registered with the proper
authorities?
Does your hull display the proper identification?
Has your dealer reviewed with you the operation of
the boat and its systems?
Has your dealer answered all your questions?
If you have taken care of these preliminary steps, you
are ready to take your first cruise. Before you start, give
some thought to the cruise itself. Choose a calm day if
possible.
13.2 Boarding your Boat
Make it a routine to visually inspect the exterior of your
boat every time you approach to board. Look for signs
of damage that could be caused by the dock or other
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13.2.1 Alarms
As you board your boat, you should listen for any alarms
which could be sounding.
13.2.1.1 High Water Alarm
The high water alarm in the cockpit will warn you of accu-
mulating water in the bilges. Immediately investigate the
source of this accumulation and take appropriate action.
13.2.1.2 CO Detector Alarm
The CO detectors could indicate the presence of Carbon
Monoxide gas. The dangers of Carbon Monoxide are
detailed at length in the Boating Safety chapter of this
manual.
Actuation of your CO alarm indicates the presence of
carbon monoxide (CO) which will KILL YOU! If the alarm
sounds:
Press the Reset/Silence button.
Call Emergency Services.
Immediately move to fresh air, outdoors, or to an
open window or door. Do a head count to check that
all persons are accounted for. Do not reenter the
premises nor move away from an open door or win-
dow until the emergency responders have arrived,
the premises have been aired out, and your alarm
returns to its normal operation.
After following steps 1, 2, and 3, if your alarm reac-
tivates in a 24 hour period, repeat steps 1 – 3 and
call a qualified appliance technician to investigate
for sources of CO from fuel burning equipment and
appliances, and inspect for proper operation of this
equipment. If problems are identified during this
inspection, have the equipment serviced immediate-
ly. Note any combustion equipment not checked by
the service technician and contact the manufacturer
directly for more information about CO safety and this
equipment.
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The CO detectors will only indicate the presence of
Carbon Monoxide at the sensor. Carbon Monoxide
gas may be present in other areas.
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