Chapter 5: Navigation & Communication Equipment; Compass; Depth Finder; Vhf Radio (If Equipped) - Bayliner 288 Classic Owner's Manual

288 • Owner's Manual Supplement
Chapter 5: Navigation & Communication Equipment
Read the manuals for all navigation & communication equipment before using these systems.

Compass

• 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.

Depth Finder

• Do NOT use the depth finder as a navigational aid to prevent collision, grounding, boat
damage or personal injury.
• When the boat is moving, submerged objects will NOT be seen until they are already under
the boat.
• Bottom depths may change too quickly to allow time for the boat to react.
• If you suspect shallow water or submerged objects, run the boat at very slow speeds.

VHF Radio (If Equipped)

• Your boat may include a VHF (Very High Frequency) radio.
• As permitted by the FCC (Federal Communications Commission), the VHF radio can be used to access weather
reports, summon assistance, or contact other vessels.
• Contact the FCC for licensing, rules and regulations concerning VHF radio usage.
NOTICE
! WARNING!
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