Jeanneau SUN ODYSSEY 44I Owner's Manual - Safety
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GENERAL INFORMATION
DANGERS
The major hazards concern:
- The gas system.
- The electrical system.
- Manoeuvring the vessel and the sails.
- The motorisation.
Please refer to the relevant paragraphs.
DANGER
- Fuel leaks or vapour represent a danger of fire and explosion.
- Leave the engine compartment ventilated for a long time before starting the engine.
- There may be danger of fire or explosion if direct or alternating current systems are
incorrectly used. Refer to chapter Electricity.
- Some boats are equipped with a retractable ladder or removable. Make sure the
ladder is in place and deployed as soon as you are on board.
- Reduce speed in waves.
WARNING
- Before you sail, list the compulsory safety equipment.
- Don't exceed the number of persons indicated in the chapter 'Specifications'.
- The total weight of the persons and equipment must never exceed the maximum
load recommended by the manufacturer.
- Use the seats provided.
PIECE OF ADVICE - RECOMMENDATION
- When sailing, never padlock or lock the liferaft locker.
- Before you sail to sea, carefully read the instructions indicated on the liferaft to launch it.
- Close the deck hatches and fore portholes each time before each trip (including the companionway
hatch in heavy weather).
- Don't store anything below the floorboards.
- Be careful to fasten all movable elements when the vessel is underway.
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