BENETEAU OCEANIS 50 NEW Owner's Manual page 19

G
ENERAL INFORMATION
DANGERS
The major hazards concern:
- The gas system.
- The electrical system.
- Manoeuvring the vessel and the sails.
- The motorisation.
Please refer to the relevant paragraphs.
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Safety
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D
ANGER
- Fuel leaks or vapour represent a danger of fire and
explosion.
- Leave the engine compartment ventilated for a long
time before starting the engine.
- There may be danger of fire or explosion if direct
current systems are incorrectly used.
- Some boats are equipped with a retractable ladder or
removable. Make sure the ladder is in place and
deployed as soon as you are on board.
- Reduce speed in waves.
W
ARNING
- Before you sail, list the compulsory safety equipment.
- Don't exceed the number of persons indicated in the
chapter 'Specifications'.
- The total weight of the persons and equipment must
never exceed the maximum load recommended by
the manufacturer.
- Use the seats provided.
A - R
DVICE ECOMMENDATION
- When sailing, never padlock or lock the liferaft locker.
- Before putting to sea, carefully read the launching
instructions shown on the liferaft.
- Close the deck hatches and portholes before each trip
(including the companionway hatch in heavy
weather).
- Don't store anything below the floorboards.
- Ensure that movable items are firmly secured when
the boat is under way.