Owner`s manual

Chapter 1
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Sport Boat
Fire Extinguisher
U.S. Coast Guard approved fire extinguishers are
generally required on all Class I-III boats.
Extinguishers should be mounted in readily
accessible areas away from the engine compartment
and alcohol stove (if equipped). All passengers
should know the location and operating procedure of
each extinguisher.
Any marine fire extinguisher must be classified to
extinguish type B fires (gasoline, oil, or grease). The
size and number of required fire extinguishers
depend on the size of your boat. Check pressure
gauge regularly for proper pressure; have
extinguisher filled if necessary.
Refer to MINIMUM REQUIRED SAFETY EQUIPMENT chart in this
section.
Visual Distress Signals
Federal law also requires boats 4.8 m (16 ft) and longer to carry day and
night visual distress signals when operating on coastal waters, the Great
Lakes, territorial seas or those waters directly connected to them, up to a
point where the body of water is less than two miles wide. Carry several
types of signaling devices to handle a variety of conditions.
NOTICE
• Some pyrotechnics are restricted from use on certain bodies
of water, so always check with local authorities.
• All signaling devices must be in serviceable condition,
readily accessible, and in compliance with Coast Guard
requirements.
 WARNING
Pyrotechnic signaling devices can cause injury and property
damage if improperly handled. Follow the manufacturer’s
directions.
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