Owner`s manual

Chapter 3: General Systems 31
23’ Trophy • Owner’s Manual Supplement
Navigation and Communication Equipment
The owner’s packet contains operation manuals for all navigation & communica-
tion equipment installed on your boat. Read and understand these manuals before
using these systems. Additionally, read the warnings below carefully and follow all
safety instructions.
VHF Radio (LX only)
Your boat may include a VHF (Very High Frequency) radio at the helm. The VHF
radio can be used to access weather reports, summon assistance or contact other
vessels as permitted by the FCC (Federal Communications Commission). Be sure
to contact the FCC for licensing, rules and regulations concerning VHF radio usage.
Compass
Lighting
The lights on your boat are of top quality, but you should be aware that failure may
occur for a variety of reasons:
1. There may be a tripped breaker - reset the breaker switch.
2. The bulb may be burned out - carry spare bulbs for replacement.
3. The bulb base may be corroded - clean the base and coat it with non-conductive
electrical lubricant.
4. A wire may be damaged or may have come loose - repair as required.
Navigation Lights
Navigation lights are essential to safe navigation at night. Read the Coast
Guard publication included in your owner’s packet and if necessary take a
boating safety class
.
NOTICE
Compass accuracy can be affected by many factors. Have a qualified technician
calibrate your compass. Make sure the technician gives you a deviation card
which shows the corrections to apply in navigational calculations. Keep a copy
of the deviation card at the helm.
CAUTION!
Conserve battery power. Prolonged operation of cabin interior lights (overnight)
will result in a drained battery.
!
Avoid the storage of gear where it will block navigation lights from view.
NOTICE