Protective Baskets Or Nets; Risk Of Fire; Fire Fighting Equipment - Bavaria VIRTESS 420 Owner's Manual

9.13. Protective baskets or nets

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» Bilge pump intakes inside the boat, and intakes of water from outside the boat are fitted
with protective baskets to avoid blockage by weed, leaves or other debris. Ensure these are
kept clear at all times.
9.14. Risk of fire
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» Always keep the bilges clean and check for fuel fumes and smell regularly.
Caution -
» obstruct portable extinguishers in lockers or doorways and lockers that contain equip-
ment which is relevant to the boats security (such gas appliances etc.), controls (shut off
valves, switches).
» leave the craft unattended whilst cooking/heating appliances are in use.
» stow combustible material in engine space. If other items are stowed in engine space,
secure against movement.
» modify craft's systems, especially fuel & gas.
» fill any fuel tank whilst machinery is running.
» replace gas bottles whilst gas is in use
» smoke while handling fuel & gas
» fit curtains above cookers
» use gas lights inside the craft
9.15. Fire fighting equipment
Locations and capacity of extinguishers are given below. It is advisable to produce copies of these drawings and dis-
play them in the respective cabins. Please pay attention to the specific manuals of the different extinguishers and fire
fighting systems installed.
Caution -
» check equipment at intervals as stated on equipment.
» replace any extinguisher, if used, with one of same rating and the same make
» inform members of the crew about location and operation of all fire fighting devices
Never.....
It is the boat owner/operator's responsibility to:
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