Section 14
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CAPACITY PLATE – A plate that provides maximum weight capacity and engine
horsepower rating information. It is located in full view of the helm.
CAPSIZE – To turn over.
CAST-OFF – To unfasten mooring lines in preparation for departure.
CENTER LINE – A lengthwise imaginary line which runs fore and aft with the
boat’s keel.
CHINE – The point on a boat where the side intersects (meets) the bottom.
CLEAT – A deck fitting with ears to which lines are fastened.
CONSOLE – Also called helm. The steering wheel area of the boat.
CRANKING BATTERY – The main battery used for engine starting and electrical
circuits.
CURRENT – Water moving in a horizontal direction.
DECK – The open surface on the boat where the passengers walk.
DEEP-CYCLE BATTERIES – Special long-running batteries which can be
repeatedly discharged and recharged without significant loss of power.
DOLLY WHEEL – A rolling jack assembly at the front of the trailer used for
positioning the coupler during trailer hookup.
DRAFT– The depth of the boat below the waterline, measured vertically to the
lowest part of the hull.
ELECTROLYSIS – The breakup of metals due to the effects of galvanic corrosion.
FATHOM – Unit of depth or measure; 1 fathom equals 6 feet.
FENDERS – Objects placed alongside the boat for cushioning. Sometimes called
bumpers.
FORE – Toward the front or bow of the boat. Opposite of aft.
FREEBOARD – The distance from the water to the gunwale.
FUEL SENDING UNIT – The electrical device that is mounted on the outside of a
built-in fuel tank and controls the dashboard fuel gauge.
GIVE-WAY BOAT – (1) Term for the boat that must take whatever action
necessary to keep well clear of the boat with the right-of-way in meeting or
crossing situations. (2) The burdened boat.
GUNWALE – The rail or upper edge of a boat’s side.
HELM – The steering wheel or command area.
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