Chapter 5: Navigation & Communications Equipment; Vhf Radio (If Equipped); Compass; Depth Finder - Bayliner 305 Owner's Manual Supplement

305 • Owner's Manual Supplement
Chapter 5: Navigation & Communications Equipment
The owner's packet contains manuals for all navigation & communication equipment installed on your boat. Thor-
oughly read and understand these manuals before using these systems for the first time and observe the following:

VHF Radio (If Equipped)

Your boat may include a VHF (Very High Frequency) radio. The VHF radio can be used to access weather reports,
summon assistance or contact other vessels as permitted by the FCC (Federal Communications Commission). Con-
tact the FCC for licensing, rules and regulations concerning VHF radio usage.

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 each 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.
NOTICE
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WARNING!
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