15/154
119635
Index G
GENERAL INFORMATION
DANGERS
The major hazards concern:
- The gas system.
- The electrical system.
- Manoeuvring the vessel and the sails.
- The motorisation.
Please refer to the relevant paragraphs.
DANGER
- Fuel leaks or vapour represent a danger of fire and explosion.
- Leave the engine compartment ventilated for a long time before starting
the engine.
- There may be danger of fire or explosion if direct or alternating current
systems are incorrectly used. Refer to chapter Electricity.
- Some boats are equipped with a retractable ladder or removable. Make
sure the ladder is in place and deployed as soon as you are on board.
- Reduce speed in waves.
WARNING
- Before you sail, list the compulsory safety equipment.
- Don't exceed the number of persons indicated in the chapter
'Specifications'.
- The total weight of the persons and equipment must never exceed the
maximum load recommended by the manufacturer.
- Use the seats provided.
ADVICE - RECOMMENDATION
- When sailing, never padlock or lock the liferaft locker.
- Before putting to sea, carefully read the launching instructions shown on the liferaft.
- Close the deck hatches and portholes before each trip (including the companionway
hatch in heavy weather).
- Don't store anything below the floorboards.
- Ensure that movable items are firmly secured when the boat is under way.
2
SAFETY
To Next Page
Loading...
