Ockelbo B18 Series Owner's Manual page 26

WARNING
1. Do not stop the boat by hand and don't put your hand or foot between the boat and the
quay, bank, or other boat. Practice landing in good condition, use engine power
moderately but not tentatively.
2. Towing or being towed can lead to fatigue of the boat's hardware and lines. Failure of any
part can seriously injury people or damage the boat. Do not stand directly in line with the
tow line. If the line were to break, it would "snap back" causing injury or damage to
everything in its path.
3. It is the owners/operator's responsibility to ensure that mooring lines, towing lines,
securing straps, anchor chains, anchor lines, anchors and methods used are adequate for
the boat and situation.
CAUTION
1. Always tow or be towed at a low speed.
Never exceed the hull speed of a displacement craft when being towed.
A tow line shall always be made fast in such a way that it can be released or cut off when
under load.
2. Always take possible changes in wind direction and the rise and fall of the water level, as
well as the wake of other boats, into proper account.
3. Breaking strength of ropes and chains must not exceed 80 % of the breaking strength of
the strong point in question. See chapter about strong points.
4. Never leave your boat unattended for longer periods. Observe the floating position
regularly and ensure that the bilge is emptied by the bilge pump. Water accumulation in
the bilge or at deck may cause severe damage.
2. OPERATING THE BOAT
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