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  • Page 3 This document discloses subject matter in which Bayliner has proprietary rights. The information and design disclosed herein were originated by and are the property of Bayliner. Neither receipt nor possession thereof confers or transfers any right to reproduce, copy, alter or disclose the document or any part thereof, any information contained therein, or to construct boats or any item from it, except by written permission from or written agreement with Bayliner.

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    CONTENTS Chapter 1: Welcome Aboard! Chapter 4: Controls & Gauges Dimensions & Tank Capacities 1 Steering 31 Warranty Information 1 Shift/Throttle Controls 31 Dealer Service 1 Power Trim & Tilt 31 Qualified Maintenance 1 Trim Tabs 31 Boating Experience 2 Gauges 32 Cleaning the Gauges Special Care for Moored Boats 2...
  • Page 5 Chapter 7: Deck Equipment Chapter 11: Electrical System Cleats & Bow/Stern Eyes 49 12-Volt DC System 60 Batteries Windlass (If Equipped) 49 Battery Switch Windlass Pre-wiring (If Equipped) Battery Switch Positions Canvas & Vinyl Tops & Enclosures (If Equipped) 51 Fuses &...
  • Page 6 Hazard Boxes & Symbols The hazard boxes and symbols shown below are used throughout this supplement to call attention to potentially dan- gerous situations which could lead to either personal injury or product damage. Read all warnings carefully and fol- low all safety instructions.

  • Page 7: Chapter 1: Welcome Aboard

    • Bayliner offers a Limited Warranty on each new Bayliner purchased through an authorized Bayliner dealer. • A copy of the Limited Warranty was included in your owner’s packet. • If you did not get a copy of the Limited Warranty, please contact your Bayliner dealer or call 360-435-8957 for a copy.

  • Page 8: Boating Experience

    Chapter 1: Welcome Aboard! 246 • Owner’s Manual Supplement Boating Experience WARNING! CONTROL HAZARD! An experienced operator MUST be in control of your boat at ALL times. Do NOT operate your boat while under the influence of alcohol or drugs. If this is your first boat or if you are changing to a type of boat you are not familiar with, for your own comfort and safety, get handling and operating experience before assuming command of your boat.

  • Page 9: Engine & Accessory Guidelines & Literature

    Refer to the engine manual for engine RPM ratings. The engine should reach, but not exceed its full rated RPM when full-throttle is applied. Immediately contact your local Bayliner dealer if: • The engine cannot reach its full rated RPM when full-throttle is applied, or;...

  • Page 10: Safety Standards

    Chapter 1: Welcome Aboard! 246 • Owner’s Manual Supplement Safety Standards DANGER! FALLING and ROTATING PROPELLER HAZARD! • NEVER allow anyone to ride on parts of your boat NOT designed for such use. • Sitting on seat-backs, lounging on the forward deck, bow riding, gun- wale riding or occupying the transom platform while underway is especially hazardous and WILL cause personal injury or death.

  • Page 11: Boat Lifting

    246 • Owner’s Manual Supplement Chapter 1: Welcome Aboard! Boat Lifting WARNING! PERSONAL INJURY and/or PRODUCT or PROPERTY DAMAGE HAZARD! • Lifting slings can slip on the hull, which could cause serious injury or death. • Reduce the risk of sling slippage by ALWAYS securing the lifting slings together BEFORE lifting.

  • Page 12: Carbon Monoxide (Co)

    Chapter 1: Welcome Aboard! 246 • Owner’s Manual Supplement Carbon Monoxide (CO) DANGER! • Carbon monoxide gas (CO) is colorless, odorless, tasteless, and extremely dangerous. • ALL engines, generators, and fuel burning appliances produce CO as exhaust. • Prolonged exposure to low concentrations or very quick exposure to high concentrations WILL cause BRAIN DAMAGE or DEATH.

  • Page 13: Where & How Co Can Accumulate

    246 • Owner’s Manual Supplement Chapter 1: Welcome Aboard! Where & How CO Can Accumulate Stationary conditions that increase CO accumulations include: A. Using engine, generator, or other fuel burn- B. Mooring too close to another boat that is ing device when boat is moored in a con- using its engine, generator, or other fuel fined space.

  • Page 14: Co Checklists

    Chapter 1: Welcome Aboard! 246 • Owner’s Manual Supplement CO Checklists Trip Checklist Make sure you know where the exhaust outlets are located on your boat. Educate all passengers about the symptoms of CO poisoning and where CO may accumulate. When docked, or rafted with another boat, be aware of exhaust emissions from the other boat.

  • Page 15: Warnings & Warning Labels

    246 • Owner’s Manual Supplement Chapter 1: Welcome Aboard! Warnings & Warning Labels WARNING Carbon monoxide (CO) can cause brain damage or death. Engine and generator exhaust contains odorless and colorless carbon monoxide gas. Signs of carbon monoxide poisoning include nausea, headache, dizziness, drowsiness, and lack of consciousness.
  • Page 16 Chapter 1: Welcome Aboard! 246 • Owner’s Manual Supplement 1703698 (TYPICAL PORT & STARBOARD) Carbon monoxide (CO) can cause brain damage or death. Engine and generator exhaust contains odorless and colorless carbon monoxide gas. Carbon monoxide will be around the back of the boat when engines or generators are running.

  • Page 17: Chapter 2: Locations

    246 • Owner’s Manual Supplement Chapter 2: Locations Exterior Views Hull Views...

  • Page 18: Deck Views

    Chapter 2: Locations 246 • Owner’s Manual Supplement Deck Views...

  • Page 19: Helm

    246 • Owner’s Manual Supplement Chapter 2: Locations Helm NOTE: TYPICAL HELM LAYOUT SHOWN ACTUAL. LAYOUT MAY VARY DEPENDING ON ENGINE ACCESSORY OPTIONS...

  • Page 20: Component Locations

    Chapter 2: Locations 246 • Owner’s Manual Supplement Component Locations 12-Volt DC Accessory Outlets (2 Total): • One is located at the helm. • One is located in the galley, below the microwave. 12-Volt DC Fuse Blocks: Located under the cabin entry step.
  • Page 21 246 • Owner’s Manual Supplement Chapter 2: Locations 110-Volt AC Master Panel: Located in the galley. Air Conditioner (If Equipped): Located under the aft dinette seat cushion. Air Conditioner Seawater Intake Seacock (If Equipped): Located in the engine compartment bilge.
  • Page 22 Chapter 2: Locations 246 • Owner’s Manual Supplement Batteries: Located in the port forward corner of the engine compartment. Battery Charger: Located on the port side of the engine compart- ment, on the forward wall. Battery Switch: Located inside the storage hatch behind the passenger seat.
  • Page 23 246 • Owner’s Manual Supplement Chapter 2: Locations Bilge Pumps (2 Total): • The aft bilge pump is located in the engine compartment bilge. • The forward bilge pump is located under the middle cabin entry step. Blower Switch: Located on the helm switch panel.
  • Page 24 Chapter 2: Locations 246 • Owner’s Manual Supplement CO Monitor: Located on the aft wall of the quarter berth. Depth Finder Transducer: Located in the engine compartment bilge. Freshwater Fill Deck Fitting (marked WATER): Located on the port deck trail.
  • Page 25 246 • Owner’s Manual Supplement Chapter 2: Locations Freshwater Pump: Located under the top cabin entry step. Freshwater Pump Switch: Located at the aft end of the galley. Freshwater Tank: • Located under the quarter berth. • Access through the top cabin entry step.
  • Page 26 Chapter 2: Locations 246 • Owner’s Manual Supplement Fuel Fill Deck Fitting (marked GAS): Located at the aft end of the starboard deck trail. Fuel Tank: Located in the engine compartment. Holding Tank: Located through the starboard wall hatch in the quarter berth.
  • Page 27 246 • Owner’s Manual Supplement Chapter 2: Locations Holding Tank Pump-out Deck Fit- ting (marked WASTE): Located on the starboard deck trail. Macerator Switches (If Equipped): Located below the shift/throttle lever. Macerator Overboard Discharge Seacock (If Equipped): Located on the starboard side of the engine room, on the transom wall.
  • Page 28 Chapter 2: Locations 246 • Owner’s Manual Supplement Marine Head (Electric) Seawater Intake Seacock: Located under the bottom cabin entry step. Navigation Lights: • Red and green lights on each side of the hardtop. • White all-round light on top of the hardtop.
  • Page 29 246 • Owner’s Manual Supplement Chapter 2: Locations Seawater Washdown Intake Seacock (If Equipped): Located in the engine compartment bilge. Seawater Washdown Pump (If Equipped): Located on the port side of the engine com- partment, on the transom wall. Seawater Washdown Pump Switch (If Equipped): Located on the helm switch panel.
  • Page 30 Chapter 2: Locations 246 • Owner’s Manual Supplement Shore Power Inlet(s): Located on the port side of the deck. Sump Pump Box: Located under the bottom cabin entry step. Transom Shower: Located for- ward of the transom door.
  • Page 31 246 • Owner’s Manual Supplement Chapter 2: Locations Trim Tab Pump/ Hydraulic Fluid Reservoir: Located on the port side of the engine compartment, on the transom wall. Trim Tab Switches: Located at the helm. Trim & Tilt Pump: Located in the port aft corner of the engine compartment.
  • Page 32 Chapter 2: Locations 246 • Owner’s Manual Supplement Water Heater: Located through the starboard wall hatch in the quarter berth. Windlass Circuit Breaker (If Equipped): Located inside the storage hatch behind the passenger seat. Windlass Foot Controls (If Equipped): Located on the forward deck.

  • Page 33: Chapter 3: Propulsion & Related Systems

    246 • Owner’s Manual Supplement Chapter 3: Propulsion & Related Systems Engine NOTICE Read the engine manual BEFORE starting or working on your engine. While the topics listed below may be included in this Owner’s Manual Supplement and in the Sport Boat Owner’s Manual, always refer to the engine manual first for specific information on these important subjects: •...

  • Page 34: Fuel System

    Chapter 3: Propulsion & Related Systems 246 • Owner’s Manual Supplement Fuel System WARNING! FIRE, EXPLOSION, and OPEN FLAME HAZARD! • It is very important that the fuel system be inspected thoroughly the first time it is filled and at each subsequent filling. •...

  • Page 35: Fuel Filters

    246 • Owner’s Manual Supplement Chapter 3: Propulsion & Related Systems Fuel Filters • The fuel pickup tube, located inside the fuel tank, is equipped with a fine mesh screen filter. • Also, when supplied by the engine manufacturer, a fuel filter is installed on the engine. •...

  • Page 36: Quick Oil Drain System

    Chapter 3: Propulsion & Related Systems 246 • Owner’s Manual Supplement Quick Oil Drain System The quick oil drain hose assembly was attached to the engine oil pan at the factory. However, some minor assembly is still needed before you can use this system. NOTE: This is not the only method for changing your oil.

  • Page 37: Chapter 4: Controls & Gauges

    246 • Owner’s Manual Supplement Chapter 4: Controls & Gauges Steering • Your boat features a power-assisted rack-and-pinion steering system. • For information about the power-assist fluid reservoir, refer to the engine operation and maintenance manual. • Boat steering is not self-centering. •...

  • Page 38: Gauges

    Chapter 4: Controls & Gauges 246 • Owner’s Manual Supplement Gauges Cleaning the Gauges CAUTION PRODUCT or PROPERTY DAMAGE HAZARD! • Use only mild soap and water to clean the gauge lenses and bezels. • Use of other cleaners, including common window cleaning solutions, may cause the lenses to crack.

  • Page 39: Chapter 5: Navigation

    246 • Owner’s Manual Supplement Chapter 5: Navigation & Communication Equipment Read the manuals for all navigation & communication equipment before using these systems. Compass NOTICE • Compass accuracy can be affected by many factors. • Have a trained technician calibrate your compass. •...

  • Page 40: Radar (If Equipped)

    Chapter 5: Navigation & Communication Equipment 246 • Owner’s Manual Supplement Radar (If Equipped) WARNING! • Radar is meant to help the navigator, NOT replace him/her. • The operator is responsible for keeping a visual look-out for possible collision situations. •...

  • Page 41: Chapter 6: Plumbing

    246 • Owner’s Manual Supplement Chapter 6: Plumbing Bilge Pumps NOTICE Discharge of oil, oil waste, or fuel into navigable waters is prohibited by law. Violators are sub- ject to legal action by the local authorities. • Your boat has two bilge pumps for pumping water out of the bilge.

  • Page 42: Bilge Pump Testing

    Chapter 6: Plumbing 246 • Owner’s Manual Supplement Bilge Pump Testing • The bilge pumps are vital to the safety of your boat. • Test the bilge pumps often. 1. One at a time, turn On each bilge pump switch at the helm. 2.

  • Page 43: Seawater Systems

    246 • Owner’s Manual Supplement Chapter 6: Plumbing Seawater Systems Seacocks WARNING! FLOODING and SWAMPING HAZARD! • Close the seacock(s) when leaving your boat unattended for any length of time. • If a seacock is left open, a hose failure could flood the bilge, swamp the batteries and the engine, and even sink your boat.

  • Page 44: Seawater Washdown (If Equipped)

    Chapter 6: Plumbing 246 • Owner’s Manual Supplement Seawater Washdown (If Equipped) WARNING! FLOODING and SWAMPING HAZARD! • NEVER leave your boat unattended while using the seawater washdown system. • Any leak or break in this system may allow large amounts of water to flood the bilge, which could swamp the batteries and the engine, and even sink your boat.

  • Page 45: Freshwater System

    246 • Owner’s Manual Supplement Chapter 6: Plumbing Freshwater System WARNING! • ONLY use safe drinking (potable) water in your boat’s freshwater system. • ONLY use FDA approved "drinking water safe" hoses when filling the freshwater tank. • NEVER use common garden hoses for drinking water. •...

  • Page 46: Freshwater System Winterization

    Chapter 6: Plumbing 246 • Owner’s Manual Supplement Freshwater System Winterization 1. Turn Off the water heater breaker switch. NOTE: Tag or Mark the water heater breaker switch to prevent it from being turned On while the water heater tank is empty. 2.

  • Page 47: Water Heater

    246 • Owner’s Manual Supplement Chapter 6: Plumbing Water Heater WARNING! SCALDING HAZARD! Water heated by the water heater can be hot enough to scald the skin. CAUTION WATER HEATER DAMAGE HAZARD! • Do NOT turn On the water heater circuit breaker on the 110-volt AC master panel until the water heater tank is COMPLETELY filled with water.

  • Page 48: Winterizing The Water Heater

    Chapter 6: Plumbing 246 • Owner’s Manual Supplement Winterizing the Water Heater CAUTION WATER HEATER DAMAGE HAZARD! • NEVER turn On the water heater breaker on the 110-volt AC master panel while the water heater tank is empty. • Even brief water heater operation with a dry tank WILL damage the heating elements. •...

  • Page 49: Preparing Water Heater For Use After Boat Storage

    246 • Owner’s Manual Supplement Chapter 6: Plumbing Preparing the Water Heater for Use After Boat Storage CAUTION WATER HEATER DAMAGE HAZARD! • Fill the water heater tank BEFORE turning On the water heater breaker on the 110-volt AC master panel. •...

  • Page 50: Drain Systems

    Chapter 6: Plumbing 246 • Owner’s Manual Supplement Drain Systems Deck Drains • Water on the deck is drained overboard through the deck drains. • Keep the deck drains free of debris. Gray Water Gravity Sink Drains The head sink and galley sink are above the waterline and are gravity drained overboard. Sump Pump System •...

  • Page 51: Marine Head & Holding Tank

    246 • Owner’s Manual Supplement Chapter 6: Plumbing Marine Head & Holding Tank NOTICE Check with local authorities about the legal use of marine head systems. Manual Flush Head (If Equipped) WARNING! FLOODING and SWAMPING HAZARD! • Close the seawater intake seacock when leaving your boat unattended. •...

  • Page 52: Electric Flush Head (If Equipped)

    Chapter 6: Plumbing 246 • Owner’s Manual Supplement Electric Flush Head (If Equipped) WARNING! FLOODING and SWAMPING HAZARD! • Close the seawater intake seacock when leaving your boat unattended for any length of time. • If the seacock is left open, a hose failure could flood the bilge, swamp the batteries and the engine, and even sink your boat.

  • Page 53: Macerator (If Equipped)

    246 • Owner’s Manual Supplement Chapter 6: Plumbing Macerator (If Equipped) To use the macerator to pump waste directly overboard (where regulations permit): 1. Open the overboard discharge seacock. 2. Press both macerator switches at the same time to run the pump.

  • Page 54: Air Conditioner (If Equipped)

    Chapter 6: Plumbing 246 • Owner’s Manual Supplement Air Conditioner (If Equipped) DANGER! CARBON MONOXIDE POISONING HAZARD! • Dangerous carbon monoxide gas (CO) can be brought into your boat through the air conditioning system. • Read the Carbon Monoxide (CO) section in Chapter 1 of this supplement. WARNING! FLOODING and SWAMPING HAZARD! •...

  • Page 55: Chapter 7: Deck Equipment

    246 • Owner’s Manual Supplement Chapter 7: Deck Equipment Cleats & Bow/Stern Eyes WARNING! PERSONAL INJURY and/or PRODUCT or PROPERTY DAMAGE HAZARD! NEVER lift your boat using the bow/stern eyes or the cleats. Read the section on towing in the Cruiser & Yacht Owner’s Manual before: •...

  • Page 56: Windlass Pre-Wiring (If Equipped)

    Chapter 7: Deck Equipment 246 • Owner’s Manual Supplement Windlass Pre-wiring (If Equipped) • The hull is pre-wired to support the instal- lation of a windlass. • Contact your selling dealer for help with choosing and install- ing a windlass.

  • Page 57: Canvas & Vinyl Tops & Enclosures (If Equipped)

    246 • Owner’s Manual Supplement Chapter 7: Deck Equipment Canvas & Vinyl Tops & Enclosures (If Equipped) CAUTION PRODUCT or PROPERTY DAMAGE HAZARD! Take down and securely stow ALL canvas & vinyl BEFORE your boat is transported by road. NOTICE BEFORE cleaning and/or stowing your canvas or vinyl, read the sections later in this chapter, Canvas Care and Vinyl Care.

  • Page 58: Vinyl Curtains

    Chapter 7: Deck Equipment 246 • Owner’s Manual Supplement Vinyl Curtains Side Curtains 1. Zip four to six inches of the forward side curtain (A) to the center side cur- tain (B), then zip four to six inches of the center side curtain to the aft side curtain (C).

  • Page 59: Canvas Care

    246 • Owner’s Manual Supplement Chapter 7: Deck Equipment Canvas Care (see also ‘Clear Vinyl Care’ on next page) • After each use, especially in saltwater, rinse the canvas with cold freshwater. • Before stowing, let the canvas air-dry completely. •...

  • Page 60: Clear Vinyl Care

    Chapter 7: Deck Equipment 246 • Owner’s Manual Supplement Clear Vinyl Care CAUTION • NEVER store the clear vinyl pieces wet, as this will cause a milky film to develop. • NEVER fold or crease the clear vinyl pieces as cracking will occur. •...

  • Page 61: Chapter 8: Appliances

    246 • Owner’s Manual Supplement Chapter 8: Appliances & Entertainment Systems NOTICE ALWAYS keep an approved ABC-type fire extinguisher in galley area. • The separate instruction sheets or manuals for all appliances and entertainment systems contain detailed informa- tion and important safeguards. •...

  • Page 62: Alcohol/110-Volt Electric Stove

    Chapter 8: Appliances & Entertainment Systems 246 • Owner’s Manual Supplement Alcohol/110-Volt Electric Stove DANGER! CARBON MONOXIDE POISONING HAZARD! • The alcohol stove is a source of dangerous carbon monoxide gas (CO). • BEFORE using the alcohol stove, Open doors and windows to make sure there is enough fresh air for ventilation.

  • Page 63: Chapter 9: Convertible Seats, Beds, & Tables

    246 • Owner’s Manual Supplement Chapter 9: Convertible Seats, Beds, & Tables Dinette to Sleeping Berth Conversion 1. Remove the table (A) and the table leg (B). 2. Place the table (A) so that if fits securely on the edge lips at the front of the dinette seats.

  • Page 64: Chapter 10: Lights

    246 • Owner’s Manual Supplement Chapter 10: Lights Care & Maintenance All of the lights installed on your boat are of top quality, but you should be aware that failure may periodically occur for a variety of reasons: 1. There may be a blown fuse - replace the fuse. 2.

  • Page 65: Chapter 11: Electrical System

    246 • Owner’s Manual Supplement Chapter 11: Electrical System DANGER! EXTREME FIRE, SHOCK and EXPLOSION HAZARD! • To minimize the risks of fire and explosion, NEVER install knife switches or other arcing devices in the fuel compartment. • NEVER substitute automotive parts for marine parts. Marine electrical, ignition, and fuel system parts were designed and manufactured to comply with rules and laws that minimize the risks of fire and explosion.

  • Page 66: 12-Volt Dc System

    Chapter 11: Electrical System 246 • Owner’s Manual Supplement 12-Volt DC System Batteries • The batteries supply electricity for lights, 12-volt accessories, and engine starting. • The Electrical section in Chapter 8 of the Cruiser & Yacht Owner’s Manual provides battery care and maintenance instructions.

  • Page 67: Fuses & Fuse Blocks

    246 • Owner’s Manual Supplement Chapter 11: Electrical System Fuses FUSE BLOCKS • Fuses for the accessories are on the fuse blocks. For the location of the fuse blocks, see the Component Locations section in Chapter 2 of this supplement. •...

  • Page 68: Alternator

    Chapter 11: Electrical System 246 • Owner’s Manual Supplement Alternator The alternator will keep the battery properly charged when the engine is running at, or above, cruising speeds. Battery Charger (If Equipped) CAUTION ENGINE and ELECTRICAL SYSTEM DAMAGE HAZARD! NEVER run your boat’s engines and the battery charger at the same time. CAUTION •...

  • Page 69: 110-Volt Ac System

    246 • Owner’s Manual Supplement Chapter 11: Electrical System 110-Volt AC System CAUTION WATER HEATER DAMAGE HAZARD! • Do NOT turn On the water heater circuit breaker on the 110-volt AC master panel until the water heater tank is COMPLETELY filled with water. •...

  • Page 70: Shore Power

    Chapter 11: Electrical System 246 • Owner’s Manual Supplement Shore Power DANGER! FIRE, EXPLOSION and SHOCK HAZARD! • Use ONLY compatible shore power connectors and NEVER alter the connectors. • Turn Off ALL breakers and switches on the 110-volt AC master panel BEFORE plugging in or unplugging the shore power cord.

  • Page 71: Connecting To Shore Power

    246 • Owner’s Manual Supplement Chapter 11: Electrical System • Single shore power 110-volt/60-hertz AC systems feature one 110-volt/30-amp shore power inlet. • If your boat has an air conditioning system, a second (dual) 110-volt/30-amp inlet has been installed. • Dual shore power inlets are labeled LINE 1 and LINE 2, which corresponds to the SHORE POWER 1 and SHORE POWER 2 master breakers on the 110-volt AC master panel.

  • Page 72: Electrical Routings

    Chapter 11: Electrical System 246 • Owner’s Manual Supplement Electrical Routings 12-Volt DC Hull Harness...

  • Page 73: 12-Volt Dc Deck Harnesses

    246 • Owner’s Manual Supplement Chapter 11: Electrical System 12-Volt DC Deck Harnesses...

  • Page 74: Battery Cable Routings

    Chapter 11: Electrical System 246 • Owner’s Manual Supplement Battery Cable Routings NOTES: NEGATIVE POSITIVE BATTERY CABLES ARE RED POSITIVE NEGATIVE BATTERY CABLES ARE YELLOW...

  • Page 75: 12-Volt Dc Hardtop Harness

    246 • Owner’s Manual Supplement Chapter 11: Electrical System 12-Volt DC Hardtop Harness 110-Volt AC Hull Harness...

  • Page 76: Important Records

    246 • Owner’s Manual Supplement Important Records Selling Dealer Key Numbers Name Of Dealership Ignition Other Address Electronics Phone/FAX/E-mail Manufacturer Model Name/Number Sales Manager Serial Number Service Manager Manufacturer Model Name/Number Engine Serial Number Manufacturer Model Name/Number Engine Serial Number Manufacturer Model Name/Number Oil Type/SAE...

  • Page 77: Float Plan

    246 • Owner’s Manual Supplement Float Plan Before going boating, fill out a copy of this float plan (or similar) and leave it with a reliable person whom you can depend on to contact the Coast Guard or other rescue organization, if you do not return as scheduled. Description of Boat Registration/Documentation Number Full Name...
  • Page 78 Float Plan 246 • Owner’s Manual Supplement Survival Equipment Trip Expectations Marine Radio (Yes/No) Type Frequencies Departing From Number of PFDs Flares (Yes/No) Mirror (Yes/No) Departure Date Departure Time Smoke Signals (Yes/No) Flashlight (Yes/No) Food (Yes/No) Stopover 1 Water (Yes/No) Anchor (Yes/No) Raft/Dinghy (Yes/No) Arrive No Later Than: Date...
  • Page 80 Part Number 1854251 Bayliner • P.O. Box 9029 • Everett, WA 98206 • 360-435-5571...

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