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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
SAFETY FIRST: LEARN HOW TO AVOID ACCIDENTS
RULES TO OBSERVE DURING NAVIGATION
 Be responsible: do not neglect the safety rules, this could jeopardize your life and the lives of others.
 Observe the rules of priority as defined by the steering and sailing rules established by the International
Regulations for Preventing Collisions at Sea (COLREG - Collision Regulations))
 Ensure that you always have sufficient distance to stop or manoeuvre to avoid a collision, if necessary.
 Do not navigate at maximum speed in areas of heavy traffic, low visibility, strong winds or high waves.
 Reduce the boat's speed and wake as a courtesy and safety measure for yourself and others. Observe
the speed and wake limit zones.
 Learn to always keep control of your boat.
 Always operate with courtesy and respect.
 Respect local regulations and practices.
 Near the shore, navigate in the designated boating areas and at low speed.
 At sea, weather conditions can rapidly deteriorate. Always be sure that you can reach a shelter rapidly.
BEWARE OF OFFSHORE WINDS AND CURRENTS!
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