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3.5 GARAGE FIRE-FIGHTING SYSTEM
The garage is protected by its own manually activated re-ghting system.
The system allows to extinguish a re in the garage without having to enter.
The system is composed of:
• A powder re extinguisher 6 kg, placed under the starboard seat of the
stern cockpit;
• An opening (re-port).
The re port is located near the rst step of the port ladder to access on the
stern platform.
To activate the discharge you need to break the glass present in the “FIRE-
PORT protection”, insert the nozzle of the extinguisher and activate.
DANGER
Chemical elements to put out res and debris of a discharge system are
toxic. To prevent illness, injury or death caused by the inhalation of fumes,
make sure that nobody is on the premises during discharge system.
MAINTENANCE
At least monthly, and before each sea trip, check the state of charge of
the extinguisher.
At least monthly, and before each sea trip, check the external condition of
the extinguisher.
At least every 6 months to check mounting extinguisher.