Controls, Steering, Or Propulsion System Failure; Collision; Grounding, Towing And Rendering Assistance - Monterey M3 Owner's Manual

Operation
lower the anchor over the bow. Pay out anchor line
so that it is at least 5 to 7 times the depth of the
water and secure the line to a cleat. Use caution
to avoid getting your feet or hands tangled in the
line. Additional scope of 10 times the depth may
be required for storm conditions.
marks on shore to make sure the anchor is not
dragging. If it is dragging, you will have to start
all over. It is prudent to use two anchors if your
are anchoring overnight or in rough weather.
Releasing the Anchor
Release the anchor by driving the boat slowly to
the point where the anchor line becomes verti-
cal. It should release when you pass that point.
If the anchor doesn't release right away, stop the
boat directly above the anchor and tie the line to
the cleat as tight as possible. The up and down
movement of the boat will usually loosen the an-
chor within a minute. Make sure you secure the
anchor and properly stow the line before operat-
ing the boat.
WARNING
NEVER ANCHOR THE BOAT BY THE STERN. THE STERN OF
THE BOAT IS VULNERABLE TO SWAMPING FROM WAVE ACTION
AND WIND AND CURRENT WILL PUT MORE STRESS ON THE
ANCHOR WHEN IT IS ATTACHED TO THE STERN. ONLY ANCHOR
THE BOAT BY THE BOW
2.6 Controls, Steering, or
Propulsion System Failure:
If the propulsion, control or steering system fails
while you are operating the boat, bring the throttle
to idle and shift to neutral. Decide whether you
need to put out the anchor to prevent the boat
from drifting or to hold the bow into the seas.
Investigate and correct the problem if you can.
Turn the engine off before going into the engine
compartment to make repairs. If you are unable
to correct the problem, call for help.

2.7 Collision

If your boat is involved in a collision with another
boat, dock, piling or a sandbar, your first priority is
to check your passengers for injuries and admin-
ister first aid if necessary. Once your passengers
situations are stabilized, thoroughly inspect the
boat for damage. Check below decks for leaks and
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the control systems for proper operation. Plug all
leaks or make the necessary repairs to the control
systems before proceeding slowly and carefully to
port. Request assistance if necessary. Haul the
boat and make a thorough inspection of the hull
Check land- and running gear for damage.
2.8 Grounding, Towing and
The law requires the owner or operator of a vessel
to render assistance to any individual or vessel in
distress, as long as his vessel is not endangered
in the process.
If the boat should become disabled, or if another
craft that is disabled requires assistance, great
care must be taken. The stress applied to a boat
during towing may become excessive. Excessive
stress can damage the structure of the boat and
create a safety hazard for those aboard.
Freeing a grounded vessel or towing a boat that
is disabled, requires specialized equipment and
knowledge. Line failure and structural damage
caused by improper towing have resulted in fatal
injuries.
that these activities be left to those who have the
equipment and knowledge, e.g., the U.S. Coast
Guard or a commercial towing company, to safely
accomplish the towing task.
THE MOORING CLEATS, SKI TOW FITTINGS, WAKEBOARD
TOWERS AND ARCHES ON MONTEREY BOATS ARE NOT
DESIGNED OR INTENDED TO BE USED FOR TOWING
PURPOSES. THE CLEATS ARE SPECIFICALLY DESIGNED AS
MOORING CLEATS FOR SECURING THE BOAT TO A DOCK, PIER,
ETC. THE SKI TOW FITTINGS ARE SPECIFICALLY DESIGNED
FOR PULLING WATER SKIERS. DO NOT USE THESE FITTINGS
FOR TOWING OR ATTEMPTING TO FREE A GROUNDED VESSEL.
WHEN TOWING OPERATIONS ARE UNDERWAY, HAVE
EVERYONE ABOARD BOTH VESSELS STAY CLEAR OF THE TOW
LINE AND SURROUNDING AREA. A TOW LINE THAT SHOULD
BREAK WHILE UNDER STRESS CAN BE VERY DANGEROUS,
AND COULD CAUSE SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH.
Rendering Assistance
Because of this, we strongly suggest
DANGER
WARNING
MONTEREY
BOATS