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Access to the saloon (Sliding door window)
Access to the saloon (Wheelhouse)
- It is imperative that both the cockpit and the engine compartment are kept
closed when at sea.
- When at sea close the guardrail side-opening or openings.
- Slamming an access hatch may cause injury : always close the hatch gently
and carefully.
- Do not allow children to open or close the hatches unsupervised.
- It is imperative that the access doors to the saloon are kept closed when at
sea.
- Close the deck hatches and portholes before each trip.
- Close all access doors and hatches in heavy weather or when the sea is
rough.
ADVICE-RECOMMENDATION
- Keep the sea cocks, discharge and drainage points closed to minimise the risk of seawater
pouring in.
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STABILITY AND BUOYANCY