Drainage; Bilge Pump; Handling Advice - Vanguard KD 300 Owner's Manual

3.1.5
The RIB has a self-draining system consisting of one or two holes with plugs in
the transom. Every time the RIB is on land, water must be drained by taking
out the plug(s). The water will drain by itself and any water remaining can be
taken out by bucket or by lifting the RIB at the bow allowing water to flow
through the holes.
CAUTION - Make sure the holes are plugged, CLOSED, while the RIB
If your RIB is kitted out with an elephant trunk drain, water can be drained on
land or while under way at sea by lowering the trunk. The water will flow out
freely. The trunk must be pointing upwards if the RIB is not moving while
afloat.
3.1.6
If your RIB has a bilge pump, read the manufacturer's use and maintenance
manual.
Note - Check the operation of each bilge pump at regular intervals. Clean the pump
inlets of any debris that may clog them. If valves are present in the fore and aft
bulkheads, they should remain closed, and should be opened only to allow bilge
pumping in the main bilges.
3.1.7
The skipper is in charge of the RIB and has to check that everything is in good
order before setting off. He must check the load, fuel, state of the motor(s) etc.
When under way, no one may sit on the bow. Avoid standing up and wear a
life jacket at all times.
At all times check that the load is distributed evenly so as not to provoke listing or
excessive trimming.
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OWNER´S MANUAL _ I N G – REV.J 06/22

DRAINAGE

NOTICE - It is the owner/user's responsibility to have a bucket or
similar (tied up, to prevent accidental loss) so as to be able to bail
out any water shipped during sailing.

BILGE PUMP

HANDLING ADVICE

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