MasterCraft 2014 X46 User Manual

Nautical Charts
Nautical charts are especially important
to boaters planning trips, particularly on
open waters. These charts show the nature
and shape of the coast, depths of water,
general conguration and character of the
bottom. Other markings on the nautical
charts include prominent landmarks, port
facilities, aids to navigation, and marine
hazards. Changes brought about by people
and nature require that nautical charts be
constantly maintained and updated to aid
safe navigation.
National Ocean Service (NOS) charts
may be purchased either directly by mail
from the NOS Distribution Branch or
through an authorized agent. There are
more than 1,700 nautical chart agents who
sell them.
FAA/National Aeronautical Charting Ofce
Distribution Division, AVN-530
6303 Ivy Lane, Suite 400
Greenbelt, MD 20770
Telephone: (301) 436-8301
Email: 9-AMC-chartsales@faa.gov
Website: http://naco.faa.gov/
Float Plan
A “oat plan” is a written record indi-
cating the planned destination and approxi-
mate length of time for the outing. Sample
forms are available at the Coast Guard’s
website. One should be completed and left
with a relative or friend prior to each trip.
In case of an emergency or failure to return
within a reasonable period of time, perti-
nent information will be available to assist
local marine police or the Coast Guard in
determining whether a search should be
performed. Be sure to notify the oat plan
holder upon return.
Staying Aoat
It is commonly believed that someone
dressed in heavy clothing or waders will
experience considerably more difculty
staying aoat if they fall overboard. This
is not true. Air trapped in clothing provides
otation and bending the knees will trap air
in waders. To stay aoat:
• Remain calm. Do not thrash about or
try to remove clothing or footwear. This
leads to exhaustion and increases the
loss of air that may keep you aoat.
• Keep your PFD on.
• Keep your knees bent.
• Float on your back and paddle slowly to
safety.
Cold Water Survival
Sudden immersion in cold water can in-
duce rapid, uncontrolled breathing, cardiac
arrest and other physical body conditions,
which can lead to drowning. Always wear-
ing a PFD will help survival in rapid im-
mersion situations.
In other situations when entry into cold
water is necessary:
• Wear a PFD.
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MasterCraft 2014 X46 Specifications

General

Brand	MasterCraft
Model	2014 X46
Category	Boat
Language	English