Environmental Considerations - Hunter 27 the EDGE Operator's Manual

20. ENVIRONMENTAL CONSIDERATIONS

FUEL AND OIL SPILLAGE
The spilling of fuel or oil into our waterways
contaminates the environment and is dangerous to
wildlife. Never discharge or dispose of fuel or oil into
the water. It is dangerous and unlawful.
types of accidental discharge include over-filling the
fuel tank and pumping contaminated bilge water into
the sea.
EXPLOSION/FIRE/POLLUTION HAZARD:
Fill fuel tank to less than rated capacity to
allow for expansion. Overfill forces fuel out
the tank vents, which can cause explosion,
fire, or environmental pollution.
DISCHARGE AND DISPOSAL OF
WASTE
Waste includes all forms of garbage, plastics,
recyclables, food, wood, detergents, sewage, and
even fish parts in certain waters. We recommend you
return with everything from offshore for proper
disposal onshore.
Your marine holding tank (if so equipped) must, in
many areas, be pumped out by an approved pump-
out facility generally found at marinas.
EXHAUST EMISSIONS
Hydrocarbon exhaust emissions pollute our water and
air. Keep your engine properly tuned to reduce
emissions and improve performance and economy.
ANTI-FOULING PAINTS
The use of anti-fouling paints is common for boats
maintained in water. Be aware of environmental
regulations that may govern your paint choice. These
regulations may affect which paint may be used, and
also its application or removal. Contact your local
boating authorities for more information
Common
Ventilate when painting or cleaning.
Ingredients
explosive.
CLEANING CHEMICALS
Cleaning chemicals should be used sparingly and not
discharged into waterways. Never mix cleaners and
be sure to use plenty of ventilation in enclosed areas.
Do not use products that contain phosphates,
chlorine, solvents, nonbiodegradable or petroleum
based products. Common household cleaning agents
may cause hazardous reactions. Fumes can last for
hours, and chemical ingredients can attack people,
property and the environment.
BOTTOM PAINTING
Choose a bottom paint system that suits the
environment in your area.
Follow the
manufacturer of the paint, while making sure not to
void the Hunter Hull Blistering Warranty. The
procedure for preparing and applying paint varies
between paint manufacturers, but should always
include de-waxing, etching and sometimes priming of
the surface.
Do not use any sanding, sandblasting or other
abrasive preparation of the bottom, as this will void
your hull blistering warranty.
EPOXY BARRIER COAT
Sanding of the gel coat bottom surface will be
permitted should a customer wish to have an epoxy
barrier coat applied to the hull, (example Interlux
Interprotect 1000, 2000, West System or VCTar).
Hunter Marine distinguishes between epoxy barrier
coatings and epoxy primer paints. If an epoxy barrier
coat is applied to a Hunter vessel, it must be
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EXPLOSION/FIRE/HAZARD
may be flammable
procedure recommended
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