Supra SUNSPORT 24V Manual

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Grounding (continued)

Basic Guidelines

• Inspect damage to hull, propulsion and steering

systems.

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takes priority over getting free.

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• Determine if tide, wind or current will drive the

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Leaks

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• Assign crew to operate manual pumps, if needed.

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while you manage damage control.

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Towing

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hardware and lines. Failure of any part

can seriously injure people or damage the

boat.

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Towing Vessel

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is not, you should pass the towline to the grounded

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Towing Vessel (continued)

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• Move slowly to prevent sudden strain on slack line.

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Vessel Being Towed

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someone at the wheel to steer.

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underside.

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Person Overboard

• Immediately sound an alarm and keep pointing to the

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• Throw a life preserver even if the person is wearing a

PFD. It will serve as a marker.

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the victim.