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3.3.4 Signalling rockets
Pleasure yachts are obligated to carry 4 manual rockets with red light and 4
manual orange smoke signals as required.
Always verify the legislation of the Country in whose waters the yacht is go-
ing to navigate.
• The signalling rockets have a limited lifetime; it is therefore necessary to
check their expiry date and eventually to replace them.
• The oating smoke signals, visible up to 4 km, have to be used with the
daylight, to indicate the correct position.
• The red light rockets, visible up to 10 km, are designed for night use, but
they can also be seen during the day.
• Before using the signalling rockets, always wait for the arrival of an air
plane or to see persons on the shore or on other boats.
• Store the signalling rockets away from ammable liquids and from other
fuels.
• As the content of the signalling rockets absorbs the moisture, make sure
to have them located in a dry and accessible place.
• All persons boarded must know the place of the signalling rockets and
the method of use.
• Carefully follow the activation instruction for all signalling rockets.
DANGER
Keep the signalling rockets away from heat sources, as ammable liquids
or naked ames, and out of the reach of children.
DANGER
Once the signalling rocket has been lit, never direct it towards persons,
there is a risk of burns and scalds.
WARNING
The signalling rockets have a limited lifetime, indicated on their contain-
ers. Once expired, contact the rockets suppliers which offer a disposal
service. Do not light them unless necessary, because they can activate
the Emergency Services.
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