Safety Checklists; Replacement Parts And Tools Checklist; Safety Equipment; Safety Equipment Checklist - Volvo Penta 3.0GLP-C Owner's Manual

Safety Information

Safety Checklists

Planning Your Trip

Everyone wants to have a problem-free and pleasant time when they take their boat out. To help you do
this, we have provided a pre-journey checklist below. Take extra time to check the engine and its equip-
ment and the general maintenance of the boat.

Trip Checklist

Get up-to-date charts for the planned route.
Calculate distances and fuel consumption.
Note places where you can refuel along your planned course.
Listen to the weather reports.
Tell friends or relatives about your route (that is, file a "float plan"). Remember to inform them if
your plans have changed or been delayed.

Safety Equipment

The following list or recommended safety equipment can be expanded or modified as necessary be-
cause safety equipment and other requirements vary depending on the type of boat and how it is used.

Safety Equipment Checklist

Life jackets for all passengers.
Communication equipment.
Emergency rockets or flare gun.
Approved fire extinguisher, checked and charged.
First-aid equipment.
Life belt.
Anchor, paddles, flares, and so on.
Tell your passengers and crew where the safety equipment is stored and how to operate it.
Make sure you are not the only person on board who knows how to start the boat and operate
it safely.

Replacement Parts and Tools Checklist

Impeller, fuel filters, fuses, tape, and hose clamps.
Extra propeller and engine oil.
Tools for any possible repairs while underway.
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