Navigation & Communication Equipment; Vhf Radio; Depth Finder; Compass - Maxum 2900 SE Sport Express Cruiser Owner's Manual

Navigation & Communication Equipment
The owner's packet contains manuals for all navigation & communication equipment installed on your boat. Thor-
oughly read and understand these manuals before using these systems for the first time and observe the following:

VHF Radio

Your boat may include a VHF (Very High Frequency) radio. The VHF radio can be used to access weather reports,
summon assistance or contact other vessels as permitted by the FCC (Federal Communications Commission). Con-
tact the FCC for licensing, rules and regulations concerning VHF radio usage.

Depth Finder

Your boat may be equipped with a depth finder (depth sounder) at the helm station. The depth finder provides you
with measurements of water depth beneath the boat.
• Do not use the depth finder as a navigational aid to prevent collision, grounding, boat dam-
age or personal injury.
• When the boat is moving, submerged objects will not be seen until they are already under
the boat. Bottom depths may change too quickly to allow time for the boat to react. If you
suspect shallow water or submerged objects, run the boat at very slow speeds.

Compass

Your boat is equipped with a compass at the helm station. Carefully read and follow the manufacturer's calibration
and usage instructions provided in the boat's owner's packet.
Compass accuracy can be affected by many factors. Have a qualified technician calibrate your
compass. Make sure the technician gives you a deviation card which shows the corrections to
apply in navigational calculations. Keep a copy of the deviation card at each helm.

Global Positioning System (GPS) (If Equipped)

Your yacht may feature a GPS system at the lower helm. GPS receivers provide reliable and accurate position data,
anywhere in the world.
The GPS system should not be relied upon as the only aid to navigation. A qualified operator
must monitor the GPS system at all times and keep look-out for other marine traffic and possi-
ble collision situations.
Τhe GPS system is only an aid to navigation. It's accuracy can be affected by many factors,
including equipment failure or defects, environmental conditions & improper handling or use.
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