Life Rafts - Regal 2200 Owner's Manual

CHAPTER 1
Communications
EPIRB
satellite signals sent to a ground station where the signal is downloaded.
The downside is that they are relatively expensive but they are reliable
even when other communications have been exhausted.

Life Rafts

emergency equipment pack. Also, get the unit professionally serviced.
Make sure the life raft is Coast Guard approved.
Remember the U. S. Coast Guard requirements are minimal
standards. They are an excellent starting point. Check with local and
state boating agencies for further required safety equipment. You are
best prepared for emergencies by a well equipped vessel. Don't skimp
when purchasing equipment for your boat.!
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It is a good idea to carry communication gear
such as a VHF-FM and/or HF transceivers set
up for your operating area. Also, cell phones
are useful in many coastal areas. Be sure to
carry extra batteries. Also, mainly for offshore
vessels, EPIRBs are designed to quickly and
accurately alert rescue forces, indicate an
accurate distress position, and guide units to
the distress scene.These devices operate from
Inflatable
recommended for oceangoing and
operating a vessel in a large body
of water like the Great Lakes.
They provide a shelter for
extended periods. If used, make
sure it is large enough for all
aboard and contains the proper
life rafts are