Owner`s manual

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OPERATING YOUR YACHT
Most people who purchase a Silverton
yacht have boat handling knowledge and
experience with other types of vessels.
This section of the Owner’s Manual pro-
vides basic information concerning the
safe operation of your yacht and is a
review of the information contained in
each of the “Systems Sections”. Be certain
to read and have a thorough understand-
ing of all systems described in this
Owner’s Manual BEFORE you operate
your yacht. Even if you are an experienced
yachtsman, you can benefit from reviewing
the information contained in this section.
The first cruise on your new Silverton
yacht should be a time for you to become
acquainted with the vessel. Before you
depart on your first cruise, you should be
able to answer YES to the following ques-
tions:
✔ Has your Silverton dealer completed
the “Pre-Delivery Service Inspection”?
✔ Have you and your Silverton dealer
signed the “Pre-Delivery Service Record”?
✔ Have you completed and mailed all
warranty registration cards?
✔ Have your read and do you have a
complete understanding of this Owner’s
Manual and the O.E.M. Manuals included
with your owner’s packet?
✔ Does your yacht’s safety equipment
comply with all United States Coast Guard
and local regulations?
✔ Is your safety equipment in operable
condition and accessible, if needed?
✔ Has your Silverton dealer reviewed the
operation of your yacht and its systems
with you?
✔ Has your Silverton dealer answered all
of your questions concerning the operation
of your yacht and all of its systems?
If you have completed the above prelimi-
nary steps, you are ready to take your first
cruise. Before you depart, give some
thought to the cruise itself. Choose a calm
day, if possible, and take only those
people who will be members of your
regular crew. Leave guests on shore, so
that you are able to concentrate on learn-
ing as much as possible about your new
Silverton yacht without unnecessary
distractions.
Engine Startup Preparation
Make sure that you have read the Fuel
Safety Checklist For Safe Boarding prior to
your initial or first seasonal engine startup,
and then follow the below listed proce-
dures:
✔ Be certain all electrical circuit breaker
switches are turned OFF.
✔ Raise the engine compartment access
hatch and use your sense of smell to
detect any fuel fumes.
If ANY fuel fumes are detected:
✔ Evacuate your yacht IMMEDIATELY.
✔ Notify the dockmaster.
✔ Open all hatches, doors and windows to
provide natural ventilation.