Baja Marine 242 Boat User Manual


 
242 Islander
®
1.5
seCtIon 1 • saFety
6. aDDiTional recoMMenDeD
equipMenT for safe operaTion
In addition to legally mandated equipment, the
following items are necessary for safe boating
especially if your boat is out of sight of land.
First aid kit
Visual distress signals for day and night
use (required in some areas; consult local
regulations)
Charts of your intended cruising area
Compass
GPS or Loran position locating devices
Marine VHF radio with weather channels
Emergency position-indicating radio beacon
(EPIRB)
Manual bilge pump
Moisture repellent
Anchor, chain and line (The anchor must be
properly sized for your boat. Ask your dealer
or marine supply store for recommendations.)
Mooring lines
Fenders
Boat hook
Waterproof ashlight(s)
Extra batteries for flashlights and portable
electronic devices
High power spotlight, if you intend to boat at
night
Spare keys
Instruction manuals for engine and
accessories
Lubricating oil
Tool kit:
Assorted screwdrivers (Phillips and at blade)
8. loaD capaciTY
The certication plate (see Figure 1.6.1 & 1.6.2),
located on the dash indicates maximum weight and
number of persons your boat can handle under calm
sea conditions. Do not exceed the load capacities
stated. The number of people on board should be
reduced if you go out in poor weather and rough
water.
The information present on the certication plate
does not relieve the operator from responsibility.
Use common sense and sound judgement when
placing equipment and/or passengers in your
boat.
Do not load to capacity in poor weather or rough
water.
Pliers (regular, vise-grip, and tongue & groove)
Wrenches (box, open-end, allen, adjustable)
Socket set (metric or U.S. standard as appropriate)
Electrical tape and duct tape
Hammer
Utility Knife
Spare parts kit (spark plugs, fuses, hose clamps
and ask your dealer to recommend other
parts)
Extra propeller
7. iMpaireD operaTion
Drugs and/or alcohol will prevent you from operating
your boat safely. This single factor is involved in
more marine accidents and deaths than any other.
The detrimental effects of alcohol and drugs are
increased by the wind, waves and sun, quickly
impairing your ability to react properly and promptly
in an emergency.
Drugs and/or alcohol impair the operator's ability to
control the boat safely.
Death or serious injury can result from improper boat
operation.
! WARNING