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Fire Extinguisher
A portable fire extinguisher is required if your boat has an inboard
engine, or when fuel is stored in closed stowage compartments.
Approved fire extinguishers are classified by a letter symbol,
either B-I or B-II with the B designating that the material will
extinguish flammable liquids such as
gasoline, oil, etc. B-I extinguishers
are required for boats less than 26
feet in length. Check periodically to
ensure that the extinguisher is in
working condition and fully charged.
Check local, state and federal
agencies as to laws and regulations.
Horn or Whistle
All boats over 16 feet (4.8 meters) in length must be equipped
with an operable horn or whistle. Test the operation of the horn
periodically, so as to make sure it will sound when you actually need
to alert someone or another boat. The following are standard signals
when using a whistle or a horn:
One prolonged blast: Warning.
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One short blast: Pass on my port (left) side.
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Two short blasts: Pass on my starboard (right) side.
Three short blasts: My engines are in reverse.
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Five or more blasts: Danger!
Bilge Pump(s)
Bilge pump(s) are installed in your boat to remove water that may
accumulate in the bilge. Know the location of the pump(s), where
they discharge, and where switches are located. Typically there are
manual switch and/or an automatic switch position(s). On boats
equipped with the Viper II system, the bilge pumps are controlled via
the touch screen for manual operation. Periodically test the operation
of bilge pumps by activating the manual switch and observing
the water discharge. It is best to leave the bilge pump switches in
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automatic mode, so as to not allow excess water to unknowingly
accumulate in the bilge of your boat. If your bilge pump comes on
too frequently or continuously, investigate the source of leaking
water (check for hull damage, hose or piping leaks, missing drain
plug, exhaust system or ballast system failures, etc.), and/or return
to shore. Excess water in the bilge of your boat can cause loss of
engine power, sinking, and/or capsizing.
Visual Distress Signals
All vessels used on coastal waters, the Great Lakes, territorial
seas, and those waters connected directly to them up to a point
where a body of water is greater than two miles wide, must be
equipped with USCG approved visual distress signals. Your dealer
or local authorities can help you select appropriate visual distress
signals for your area.
If you are required to carry distress signals, you must have three
USCG-approved pyrotechnic devices. Be sure they are in serviceable
Pyrotechnic signaling devices can cause fire and/
or explosion, death, serious injury, and property
damage if improperly handled. Follow the pyrotechnic
manufacturer's directions.
Recommended Safety Equipment
As a precaution, a prudent boater will avoid potential problems
on an outing by having additional equipment on board. Normally, this
equipment is dependent on the size and type of the body of water
and the length of the trip. Your dealer can assist you in acquiring this
additional equipment.
We recommend the following equipment:
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First aid kit and manual
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Anchor with at least 75 feet (23 meters) of line
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Mooring lines and fenders
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Bailing device (bucket, hand pump)
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Combination paddle/boat hook
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Local charts and compass
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Day/night distress signals
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Waterproof flashlight and spare batteries
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Cellular phone
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Waterproof container for cell phone
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GPS Global Positioning System
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Binoculars
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Portable AM/FM radio with weather band
condition, not exceeding the
expiration date and stored in
a cool, dry location in a red or
orange waterproof container.
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