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YAMARIN 62 Walk Around
5.9.6
Driving
Driving in nice weather and calm sea is easy, but remember to arrange proper lookout as the
International Regulations for Preventing Collisions at Sea (COLREG) require. Always ensure
that the visibility from the helm station is as good as possible:
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place passengers so that they do not restrict your visibility
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do not drive near planing speed for long periods, as driving bow up restricts visibility
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when visibility is poor, look over the windshield
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keep a lookout also behind you, particularly on fairways.
Use proper navigation lights when it is dark.
Learn the Rules of the Road and follow the directions given in them, and requirements of
COLREG (International regulations for preventing collisions at sea). Navigate with care and
use new or updated nautical charts. Always adjust your speed to the conditions and to the
environment. Take into account the following:
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waves (also consult the passengers about a comfortable speed)
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your boat's wash (biggest when starting to plane, smallest when travelling at
displacement speed or at less than 5 kn)
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visibility (islands, fog, rain, driving against the sun)
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familiarity with the route ( time needed for navigation)
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narrowness of the route (other traffic, noise and wash at shore)
When running at low speed, a planing boat's directional stability is poorer than at higher
speed. So be careful in narrow passages and when meeting other boats.
The running position of the boat greatly affects the driving qualities and fuel consumption.
The boat's best operational position may be achieved by:
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proper placing of the load. A rule of thumb: keep bow as light as possible.
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adjusting the engine's trim angle
The combination of the right operational position with the right speed also make driving in
rough water more comfortable and safer.
WARNING! Sudden steering movements at high speed may cause loss of control and great
heeling angles in a high sea.
5.9.7
Approaching the dock
Practise boat manoeuvring skills needed when approaching a dock. Choose a wide space
before entering a crowded marina.
A very gentle throttle application does not generate sufficient steering power. Sharp but short
throttle applications enable efficient steering movements.
See to it that everyone on board who does not have to stand up is seated when you are
approaching the dock. Sudden steering movements may cause the boat to sway and someone
to get injured.
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