Emergencies - Regal 3300 Owner's Manual

CHAPTER 5

EMERGENCIES

Always be ready to help others on the water if possible, but do not
take any unnecessary risks. Use equipment to save a life, but do not
risk a life to save equipment. Consult earlier information in this manual
concerning accidents, etc. Also, read other literature concerning on the
water emergencies. Be alert and prepared!
Fire
Fire aboard a vessel can spread quickly and can cause tremendous alarm
among everyone. Most fires can be prevented by keeping the bilge free
from oil and debris. Keep all equipment stowed and maintained in
working order. Carry a backup fire extinguisher on board. If something
becomes a possible fire hazard, remove that possibility at once.
Never use water on gasoline, oil or electrical fires. When you dump
water on an electrical fire a you can be shocked since water conducts
electricity.
Follow these instructions if a fire breaks out:
A. Fit everyone aboard with a life jacket. Turn off the ignition.
B. Try to keep the fire downwind. If the fire is to the stern, head the
bow toward the wind. If forward, put the stern to the wind.
C. If the engine should catch fire, shut off the fuel supply. Usually
there is a fuel tank access that you can crimp the fuel feed line.
D. Use a hand fire extinguisher. Make sure to point it at the base of
the flames. Use short bursts and sweep the extinguisher side to side.
Remember : (4 lb. extinguisher discharges in 20 seconds)
These actions help prevent the fire from spreading to other parts of
the boat. You can extinguish fires quickly if you act swiftly. Have a plan
of action in motion in case a fire breaks out.
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