Regal 53 SC Owner's Manual

53 SC OWNER’S MANUAL 52 SC OWNER’S MANUAL

REGAL #531631 9-2014

Table Of Contents

1 INTRODUCTION

Regal Owner’s Manual 1-4 Owner’s Information Packet 1-4 General Information 1-5 Regal Marine Limited Warranty 1-12

2 SAFETY ON BOARD

Safety Labels 2-1 General Boating Safety 2-2 Required Safety Equipment 2-4 Fire Extinguishers 2-6 Visual Distress Signals 2-7 Sound Protecting Devices 2-10 Radio Communications 2-10 Navigation Lights 2-10 Marine Sanitation Devices 2-10 EBIRB 2-12 Life Rafts 2-13 United States Coast Guard Minimum Equipment Requirements 2-13 Exhaust & Carbon Dioxide 2-14 Boating & Alcohol 2-17 Boating Accidents 2-18 Water Sports 2-20 Weather & Water Conditions 2-21

3 RULES OF THE ROAD

Navigation Rules Deﬁ ned 3-1 Navigation Rules 3-1 Night Running 3-8 Bridge Clearance 3-8

4 SYSTEMS

Fuel 4-2 Electrical 4-12 Generator 4-68 Air Conditioner 4-73 Fresh Water 4-78 Waste Water 4-90 Sump Inspection Hatch 4-99 Trim Tabs 4-100 Sun Roof 4-102 Windlass 4-104 Entertainment 4-109 Electronics 4-126

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5 ENGINE & CONTROLS

Overview 5-1 Helm Displays 5-7 DTS Control 5-12 Joystick Control 5-16 Precision Pilot 5-18 Cummins Engine Package 5-20 Zeus Propulsion Package 5-38

6 VESSEL OPERATION

Getting Underway 6-1 Starting & Stopping 6-4 Fenders 6-5 Dock Line Basics 6-6 Knots 6-8 Anchoring 6-9 Towing 6-10 Admiralty Law 6-10 Emergencies 6-11 Environmental Awareness 6-13

7 AUXILIARY EQUIPMENT OPERATION

Interior Equipment Component

Machinery Components-Interior View 7-3 Carbon Monoxide Detector 7-4 Door-Companionway 7-5 Fresh Water Pump 7-6 Fresh Water Booster Water Pump 7-6 Grey Water System 7-7 Hatches 7-8 Lighting-Cabin 7-9 Monitor-Water/Waste 7-11 Portlights 7-12 Range/Stove 7-13 Refrigerator 7-14 Salon Furniture-Dinette 7-17 Seat-Helm 7-18 TV-LCD Monitor Precautions 7-19 Vacuum Cleaner 7-20 Washer-Dryer Combo 7-22

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7 AUXILIARY EQUIPMENT OPERATION

Exterior Equipment Component

Machinery Components-Exterior View 7-26 Aft Transom Bench Seat 7-27 Antennae 7-28 Bilge Pump/Float Switch 7-29 Bottom Paint 7-30 Camera Monitoring System 7-31 Compass 7-32 Cool Cockpit 7-33 Dingy Launch/Retrieval System 7-34 Door-Transom 7-40 Electronics-General 7-41 Fire Extinguisher-Automatic 7-42 Garmin Anchor Drift Alarm 7-45 Generator 7-46 Hard Top Enclosure 7-47 Hatch-Engine 7-48 Heater-Hot Water 7-49 High Water Alarm 7-51 Markers-For Slings 7-52 Oil Change System 7-54 Overboard Discharge Pump 7-56 Satellite Radio 7-57 Sea Chest Filtration System 7-58 Seakeeper Stabilizer 7-60 Shower-Transom 7-67 Sirius Marine Weather 7-68 Spotlight 7-70 Sunpads 7-71 Sureshade 7-73 Swim Ladder 7-75 Swim Platform 7-76 Swim Step 7-77 Trim Tabs (Auto-Glide) 7-78 Underwater Lighting 7-80 Water Maker 7-82 Windshield Defroster System 7-83 Windshield Center Vent System 7-84 Windshield Wiper-Washer System 7-85

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8 COSMETIC CARE & MAINTENANCE

Cosmetic Care 8-1 Maintenance 8-25

9 TROUBLESHOOTING

Diagnostic Charts 9-1

10 STORAGE & WINTERIZATION

Checklists 10-1

11 GLOSSARY & INDEX 11-1

12 TECHNICAL

Technical Information 12-1 Technical Drawings 12-5

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Note:

The information found in this manual may change at any time. Designated items referred to may not be installed on your vessel. In keeping with its commitment to continued product improvement Regal Marine Industries, Inc. reserves the right to modify the vessel at any time without notice including changes in speciﬁ cations, colors, fab- rics, materials and equipment or to discontinue a model. Regal is not obligated to make similar changes or modiﬁ cations to models sold prior to the date of such changes. All speciﬁ cations are approximate including weights, fuel ﬁ gures and speeds. Speeds are calculated at sea level with a temperature of 70 to 85 degrees. Increases in altitude and/or temperature will reduce horsepower and thereby reduce the speed of the vessel.

Introduction

Boating is becoming more popular each and every year. There are numerous types of recreational vessels on our waterways today involved in an every growing number of activities. Therefore, as a Regal yacht owner it is of the highest priority to learn about general boating practices before operating your craft. Your Regal yacht dealer will answer many questions and provide valuable “hands on” information during the completion of the new boat delivery process. In addition, your dealer has received special factory training on the product line and his services should be employed to solve any technical problems and periodic maintenance beyond the scope of this manual. Also, your Regal yacht dealer carries a line of factory approved parts and accessories.

Your Regal yacht dealer can provide information regarding national training organizations such as the U.S. Power Squadron and United States Coast Guard Auxiliary. Along with other organizations and literature, they can help build your “boating savvy” by developing the necessary skills and awareness to be a safe and conﬁ dent skipper. Also, your local library can assist in providing recommended boating literature such as Chapman Piloting Seamanship & Boat Handling by Elbert S. Maloney. Remember, the waterway conditions can change from normal to abnormal in a heartbeat. Knowing how to react quickly comes from experience and knowledge which can be gained through boating education. Welcome aboard!

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WELCOME TO REGAL

I know I speak for everyone at Regal when I welcome you to the ever-growing family of Regal yacht owners. You’ve chosen a yacht that is recognized worldwide for its standard of excellence. Each step in construction has been carefully scrutinized to assure safety, performance, reliability and comfort for both your passengers and yourself.

Your yacht is certified by the National Marine Manufacturers Association. It also complies with the applicable standards set by the United States Coast Guard , American Boat and Yacht Council and the International Marine Certification Institute. Your Regal yacht was built with the same attention to detail and quality of construction that we would expect in a yacht we would purchase ourselves.

Whether you’re a veteran boater or a newcomer, we strongly urge you to read this yacht owner’s manual thoroughly. Familiarize yourself with the various components of your yacht, and heed the safety precautions noted herein.

If you have questions that are not covered in this manual, please consult your authorized Regal yacht dealer for assistance, phone the Regal factory at 407-851-4360 or E-mail us at www.regalboats.com.

Thank you, and welcome to the “World of Regal !”

Duane Kuck President & CEO

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REGAL MARINE INDUSTRIES, INC.

MISSION STATEMENT

With God’s help

and a steadfast commitment to integrity,

we will develop a team

of exceptional people and relationships

to provide exceptional customer satisfaction.

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WARNING

OWNER’S PACKETREGAL OWNER’S MANUAL

Your Regal yacht owner’s manual has been compiled with information to assist you in operating your craft with safety and pleasure. This manual targets speciﬁ c

details of Regal related systems and components along with their location, operation and maintenance that normally is not found in the vendor information. In addition, vendor related equipment information is located within the yacht documentation package and to a smaller degree within this manual.

The Regal yacht owner’s manual is not to be thought of as a complete shop technical document. In addition to the system chapters, there is troubleshooting information devoted to select current standard and optional equipment. Beyond the owner’s manual your Regal yacht dealer has received special factory training and his services should be employed to solve more technical problems. Call 407-8514360 or go to the internet at www.regalboats.com to ﬁ nd the closest Regal yacht dealership.

In keeping with its commitment to improvement Regal Marine Industries, Inc. is continually upgrading the product line. Regal notes that all dimensions, specifications, models, standard and optional equipment is subject to change without notice at any time.

An owner’s information packet is located on the vessel. Read and become familiar with the materials. This packet contains valuable literature on

your propulsion package, standard and optional equipment, systems, various care and cleaning instructions along with component warranty information. Keep the information packet stored in a clean, dry location. The packet is found in the master stateroom inside the port hanging locker. A dedicated drawer with hanging folders will hold the majority of manuals and vendor supplied literature.

PREVENT INJURY, DEATH, OR

PROPERTY DAMAGE!

READ AND UNDERSTAND

THE PROPULSION OWNER’S MANUALS

BEFORE ATTEMPTING

TO OPERATE THE VESSEL.

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GENERAL INFORMATION

HULL IDENTIFICATION NUMBER (HIN)

The United States Coast Guard has established a universal system of numerically recognizing vessels by using a hull identiﬁ cation number or “HIN.” This number identiﬁ es your Regal yachts’ model, hull number, month and year of manufacture. The HIN is normally found on your yacht’s transom, on the starboard side, just below the rub rail on the transom vertical surface or on the starboard hullside close to the transom. The HIN is stamped on a plate and reinforced with a special adhesive. The HIN consists of 12 alpha or numeric characters. It is recommended that you locate and write down the HIN for future reference. It can be especially useful when ordering parts from your Regal yacht dealer. A second HIN number is found in a hidden location. This second HIN is useful to authorities if the vessel is stolen and/or the original

transom HIN is modiﬁ ed or eliminated.

VESSEL INFORMATION SHEET

It is recommended that you ﬁ ll out the information on the following page. It will supply vital statistics on your vessel. Make a copy of the data for safe keeping at home.

VESSEL FLOAT PLAN

Formulate the ﬂ oat plan on the following page before departing. Leave it with a responsible person who will notify the United States Coast Guard or local law enforcement authorities if you do not return as planned. If you change your plans be sure to notify this person. Make copies of the ﬂ oat plan and use one each time you go boating. This will help people know where to ﬁ nd you should you not return on schedule. Do not ﬁ le the ﬂ oat plan with the United States Coast Guard.

NMMA YACHT CERTIFICATION PLATE

HULL IDENTIFICATION NUMBER

RUB RAIL

TRANSOM

HIN

In the helm (dash) area you will notice a metal plate which recognizes that your yacht was built to design compliance in effect on the date the certiﬁ cation was veriﬁ ed. The plate also states that your vessel complies with U. S. Coast Guard safety system standards in effect on the date of certiﬁ cation.

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YACHT INFORMATION

Owner: ______________________________________________________________________

Address: ______________________________________________________________________

City & State: ___________________________________________________________________

Home Phone: ____________________ Cell Phone: ____________________________________

In Case Of Emergency Notify: ____________________________________________________

Address ______________________________________________________________________

_____________________________________________________________________________

City__________________________________State ____________________________________

Phone _______________________________________________________________________

Insurance Agent’s Name: _________________________________________________________

Policy#: ______________________________________________________________________

USCG Phone: ___________________ Local Police:____________________________________

Marina Phone: _________________ Slip (Dock#): ____________________________________

Hull Serial #: RGM __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ Key #:__________ Port Engine:_____________ Stbd Engine: ___________________________

Key #:__________ Cabin Door: __________________________________________________

Selling Dealer: _________________________________________________________________

Address: _____________________________________________________________________

City & State: __________________________________________________________________

Phone: ______________________ Fax: ____________________________________________

Servicing Dealer: _______________________________________________________________

Address:______________________________________________________________________

City & State:___________________________________________________________________

Phone:______________________ Fax:______________________________________________

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YACHT FLOAT PLAN

Fill out this form before departure. Leave it with a responsible person who will notify the Coast Guard or police if you don’t return as planned. If you change your plans be sure to notify this person. Make copies of the ﬂ oat plan and use one each time you go on a trip. This will help people know where to ﬁ nd you should you not return on schedule. Do not ﬁ le this plan with the Coast Guard.

Owner: _________________________________ Safety Equipment Aboard: __________________ Address: ________________________________ Life Jackets City & State: _____________________________ First Aid Kit Telephone#: _____________________________ Flares _______________________________________ Flash Light _______________________________________ VHF Radio Person Filing Report: ______________________ Cell Phone __#____________________ Name __________________________________ Computer __Desk Top ____Lap Top___ Telephone# _____________________________ E-mail address_____________________ _______________________________________ Food_____Water____ _______________________________________ Make Of Yacht: __________________________ State Registration#________________________ Length______Boat Name ___________________ Destination: Color_______ Trim____ Hp ________________ Leave From __________________________ Inboard ______ Stern Drive _________________ Time Left ____________________________ Hull I.D.# _______________________________ Going To ____________________________ Documented Vessel # ______________________ Fuel Capacity ____________________________ _______________________________________ Est. Day Of Arrival _______________________ Other Information ________________________ ____________________________________ _______________________________________ Est. Time Of Arrival ______________________ _______________________________________ If Not Back By____o’clock Call Authorities _______________________________________ _______________________________________

Persons Aboard: Name Age Address Phone

__________________________________________________________________________________

____See Other Side For Additional Persons

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YACHT CRUISE CHECKLIST

  Obtain a current weather update.

Periodically hoist the yacht & inspect the hull bottom and propellers for damage.

Marine growth such as barnacles will affect performance and fuel efﬁ ciency. Check sacriﬁ cial anodes located on the IPS propulsion unit, transom and engine. Replace anode if less than 2/3 remaining.

Check the electrical system and all safety related equipment. Carry extra fuses. Ensure they are of the proper capacity and type.

 If your yacht has been in the water, run the bilge pump until the ﬂ ow of water stops.

If your yacht has been out of the water, check to see that all bilge water has drained.

 Check that all required safety equipment is on board and in good working condition. Examples include personal ﬂ otation devices (PFD’s), horn, bell, hand held ﬁ re extinguishers, and visual distress signals.

 Check fuel level. Fuel tanks should be ﬁ lled to slightly less than capacity. Allow for fuel expansion. Remember the “one third rule”.

 Open engine compartment. Inspect for fuel odors and visible leaks in the fuel, oil, coolant, exhaust and power steering systems.

Check the diesel fuel ﬁ lters for the presence of water .

 Check ﬂ uid levels of engines, drives and generator.

 Visually inspect engine for cracked hoses, worn or loose V-belt, and loose hardware.

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RECOMMENDED ONBOARD EQUIPMENT

TOOLS

Allen Wrenches Fuel Filters-Engines & Generator Jack Knife Poly V- Belt (See Engine Manual) Phillips Screwdriver Coolant For Engine Freshwater System Extra Light Bulbs Regular & Needle Nose Pliers Seawater Filter Combination Box & End Wrench Set Fuses Screwdriver Set (One With Various Tips) Propeller Set (See Dealer) Side Cutters Propeller Hardware Ratchet & Socket Sets- 1/4, 3/8”, 1/2”, 3/4” drive Flashlight Batteries Electrical Crimper, Cutter, Stripper Combo Engine Spare Parts Hammer Generator Spare Parts VOA Electrical Tester Air Filters-Engine & Generator Water Pump Pliers Oil Filters-Engine, Generator Vise Grip Pliers Drive Oil Filters Floating Flashlight/Lantern Engine Oil/Fuel Filter Wrench Foot Pound Torque Wrench Gear Lube (Mercury) Tape Rule

BASIC GEAR & SUPPLIES BASIC GEAR & SUPPLIES

Tow Line Lubricating Oil, Liquid Wrench Mooring Lines Duct & Electricians Tape Dock Fenders Coolant (Engine Freshwater Side) Distress Signals Engine, Drive, Power Steering Oil First Aid Kit Boat Soap (Not Dish Soap) Boat Hook Woody Wax Charts & Plotting Instruments/Back-up Use Vinyl Cleaner Emergency Food & Water Hydrogen Peroxide (AC Pans) EPIRB Life Raft Bailer or Hand Pump Rust Stain Remover (Starbrite) Extra Hand Held Fire Extinguishers Corrosion Block Personal Floatation Devices Bilge Cleaner Clean Rags, Diapers (For Under Engine-Oil Leaks) Nylon Windbreaker Suit Sunscreen (SPF 30+) Shop Vac (1 Gal. Cap. Wet-Dry) Bucket/Pans w/Locking Lids-Draining/Storing Used Fluids Squeegee Mirror (For Inspection & Emergency Signaling) Binoculars Funnel Food & Bottled Drinking Water

SPARE PARTS

Chapter 1

Owner’s Registration & Systems Checklist

Please note that your Regal yacht requires the proper registration by your authorized Regal yacht dealer. To initiate the vessel warranty your dealer must complete the owner’s registration form and systems checklist at the time of delivery. The owner must sign the paperwork to acknowledge that the dealer has reviewed the boat systems and warranty provisions with the owner. The owner should keep the original paperwork that features a temporary warranty registration. A warranty certiﬁ cate will be sent approximately 6 weeks after receipt of the paperwork at Regal World Headquarters.

Dealer’s Responsibility

Your vessel has undergone rigid quality assurance inspections before leaving the factory. In addition, your dealer has been trained to perform ﬁ nal pre-delivery checks and to service your Regal yacht.

Your dealer’s responsibilities include:

1. An orientation in the operation of your Regal yacht including matters relating to the safe operation of the vessel.

2. Completion and mailing of your boat registration warranty form to Regal.

3. Location of vendor warranties, registration materials, owner’s manual, operation, installation and maintenance instructions for auxiliary equipment supplied with or installed on your Regal boat.

4. Fill out the engine warranty registration card completely and mail it to the Cummins factory immediately upon sale of the new product. All power packages must be registered for warranty purposes.

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Owner’s Responsibility

You are entitled to all the beneﬁ ts and services outlined in your Regal warranty. However, you have certain responsibilities to ensure warranty satisfaction.

These are:

To read the warranty materials and understand them fully.

To examine the yacht in detail at the time of delivery.

Apply the following: boating rules and regulations, safety equipment, environmental regulations, accident reports and warranty regulations terms and conditions.

To read thoroughly all literature supplied with your yacht including this owner’s manual and to follow the recommendations in the literature.

Customer Service

Take the time to write down your yacht dealer’s phone number and E-mail address for future reference. Along with your Regal yacht dealer information is a listing below of other phone numbers and web addresses which may prove useful.

Regal Yacht Dealer: Phone: ______________________________________ E-mail: ______________________________________

Regal Marine Customer Service: 1-800-US REGAL (1-800-877-3425) regal@regalboats.com customer.service@regalboats.com

To provide proper maintenance and periodic servicing of your yacht and equipment as set forth in the various manuals supplied.

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REGAL MARINE INDUSTRIES, INC. LIMITED WARRANTY

Welcome to the Worldwide Family of Regal Owners! We are very pleased that you have chosen a Regal Powerboat!

This document is your Warranty Registration Certiﬁ cate and Statement of Warranty. Please check the registration information section for accuracy. If this information is not correct or if you change your address at some future date, please notify us at the following address: Regal Marine Industries, Inc. Attention: Warranty Registrations, 2300 Jetport

Drive, Orlando, Florida 32809; or E-mail at customer.service@regalboats.com.

Please read the warranty carefully. It contains important information on Regal’s claims procedures and your rights and obligations under this warranty.

WHAT IS COVERED: This Limited Warranty applies only to Regal boats beginning with model year 2008.

LIFETIME LIMITED STRUCTURAL HULL WARRANTY: Regal Marine Industries, Inc. warrants to the original retail purchaser of this boat if purchased

from an authorized Regal dealer that the selling dealer or Regal will repair or replace the ﬁ berglass hull if it is found to be structurally defective in material or workmanship for as long as the original retail purchaser owns the boat. For purposes of this warranty, the hull is deﬁ ned as the single ﬁ berglass casting which rests on the water. This limited warranty

is subject to all limitations and conditions explained below.

FIVE-YEAR TRANSFERABLE LIMITED STRUCTURAL HULL WARRANTY: In addition to the Lifetime Limited Structural Hull Warranty,

Regal offers a Transferable Five-Year Limited Structural Hull Warranty. Under the Five-Year Transferable Limited Structural Hull Warranty, Regal will repair or replace the ﬁ berglass hull if it is found to be structurally defective in material or workmanship within the ﬁ rst (5) years after the date of delivery to the original retail purchaser. Any remaining term of this Five-Year Limited Hull Warranty may be transferred to a second owner if within 60 days of purchase, the new owner registers the transfer with Regal and pays the established warranty transfer fee. Contact Regal Customer Service at the above address for details.

FIVE-YEAR LIMITED HULL BLISTER WARRANTY: Regal warrants that the selling dealer or Regal will repair any underwater gelcoated surfaces

of the hull against laminate blisters which occur as a result of defects in material or workmanship within (5) years of the date of delivery, provided that the original factory gelcoat surface has not been altered. Alternation would include but is not limited to damage repair; excessive sanding, scraping, sandblasting; or from improper surface preparation for application of a marine barrier coating or bottom paint, any of which shall void this Five-Year Limited Hull Blister Warranty. Proper preparation must be applied to the hull bottom if the boat is to be moored in the water for periods in excess of sixty (60) days. Regal Marine shall repair or cause to be repaired any covered laminate blisters based on the following prorated schedule.

Less than two (2) years from delivery date - 100%, Two (2) to three (3) years from delivery date - 75%, Three (3) to four (4) years from delivery date - 50%, Four (4) to ﬁ ve (5) years from delivery date - 25%. Reimbursement shall be limited to one repair, not to exceed one hundred ($100.00) dollars per foot of boat length prior to prorating. Regal,s prior authorization for the method and cost of repair, must be obtained before repairs are commenced. All costs to transport the boat for repairs are the responsibility of the owner.

LIMITED GENERAL WARRANTY: In addition to above hull warranties, Regal warrants to the original purchaser of this boat if purchased from an authorized

Regal dealer that the dealer or Regal will repair or replace any parts found to be defective in materials or workmanship for a period of one (1) year from the date of delivery, subject to all exceptions, limitations and conditions contained herein.

LIMITED EXTERIOR FINISH WARRANTY: Regal warrants that the selling dealer or Regal will repair cosmetic defects in the exterior gelcoated ﬁ nish

including cracks or crazing reported to Regal within 90 days from the date of delivery to the original retail purchaser, subject to all limitations and conditions contained herein. All warranty work is to be performed at a Regal dealership or other location authorized by a Regal Customer Service Manager after it is established to Regal’s satisfaction that there is a defect in material or workmanship.

REGISTRATION INFORMATION:

CUSTOMER OBLIGATIONS:

warranties: (a) The purchaser must sign and the dealer must submit to Regal the “NEW BOAT DELIVERY CHECKLIST” within ten (10) days of the date of delivery and such information must be on ﬁ le at Regal. (b) The purchaser must ﬁ rst notify the dealer from whom the boat was purchased of any claim under this warranty within the applicable warranty period and within a reasonable period of time (not to exceed thirty (30) days) after the defect is or should have been discovered; and (2) if such continued use causes other or additional damage to the boat or component parts of the boat.

The following are conditions precedent to the availability of any beneﬁ ts under these limited

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(c) Regal will not be responsible to repair any condition or replace any part, (1) if the use of the boat is continued after the defect is or should have been discovered; and (2) if such continued use causes other or additional damage to the boat or component parts of the boat. (d) Based on the dealer’s knowledge of Regal’s warranty policy and/or consultations with Regal, the dealer will accept the claim and arrange for appropriate repairs to be performed, or deny the claim if it is not within the warranty. (e) The dealer will contact the Regal boat owner regarding instructions for delivery of boat or part for warranty repair if it is covered by the limited warranty. ALL COSTS TO TRANSPORT THE BOAT FOR REPAIRS ARE THE RESPONSIBILITY OF THE OWNER; (f) If the Regal boat owner believes a claim has been denied in error or the dealer has performed the warranty work in an unsatisfactory manner, the owner must notify Regal’s Customer Service Department in writing at the address listed for further consideration. Regal will then review the claim and take appropriate follow-up action.

WARRANTY EXCEPTIONS:

(a) Engines, metal plating or ﬁ nishes, windshield breakage, leakage, fading and deterioration of paints, canvas, vinyl, upholstery and fabrics; (b) Gelcoat surfaces including, but not limited to, cracking, crazing, discoloration or blistering except as noted above; (c) Accessories and items which were not part of the boat when shipped from the Regal factory, and/or any damage caused thereby; (d) Damage caused by misuse, accident, galvanic corrosion, negligence, lack of proper maintenance, or improper trailering; (e) Any boat used for racing, or used for rental or commercial purposes; (f) Any boat operated contrary to any instructions furnished by Regal, or operated in violation of any federal, state, Coast Guard or other governmental agency laws, rules, or regulations; (g) The limited warranty is void if alterations have been made to the boat; (h) Transportation of boat or parts to and/or from the REGAL factory or service location; (i) Travel time or haul outs, loss of time or inconvenience; (j) Any published or announced catalog performance characteristics of speed, fuel and oil consumption, and static or dynamic transportation in the water; (k) Any boat that has been repowered beyond Regal’s power recommendations; (1) Boats damaged by accident and boats damaged while being loaded onto, transported upon or unloaded from trailers, cradles, or other devices used to place boats in water, remove boats from water or store or transport boats on or over land; (m) Water damage to, dry rot to, condensation to, or absorption by interior surfaces, wood structures or polyurethane foam; interior wood including, but not limited to, bleeding and/or discoloration as a result of condensation or moisture or water continually contacting the plywood causing staining to upholstery, carpet or other interior surfaces; (n) Costs or charges derived from inconveniences or loss of use, commercial or monetary loss due to time loss, and any other special, incidental or consequential damage of any kind or nature whatsoever.

THIS LIMITED WARRANTY does not cover and the following are not warranted:

NO WAVIER OF THESE ITEMS: The terms, conditions, limitations and disclaimers contained herein cannot be wavered except by the Customer

Service Manager of Regal. Any such wavier must be in writing. Neither the dealer, nor the customer, nor any service, sales and/or warranty representative of Regal is authorized to waive and/or modify these conditions, limitations and/or disclaimers.

GENERAL PROVISIONS:

ALL GENERAL, SPECIAL, INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL AND/OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES ARE EXCLUDED FROM

THIS WARRANTY AND ARE TOTALLY DISCLAIMED BY REGAL. IT IS THE INTEREST OF THE PARTIES THAT THE OWNER’S SOLE AND EXCLUSIVE REMEDY IS THE REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT OF THE VESSEL OR ITS ALLEGEDLY DEFECTIVE COMPONENT PARTS AND THAT NO OTHER LEGAL OR EQUITABLE REMEDIES SHALL BE AVAILABLE TO SAID OWNER. SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW THE EXCLUSION OF INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES SO THE FOREGOING MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU. THIS IS A LIMITED WARRANTY; REGAL MAKES NO WARRANTY, OTHER THAN CONTAINED HEREIN; TO THE EXTENT ALLOWED BY LAW ANY WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE ARISING IN STATE LAW ARE EXPRESSLY EXCLUDED TO THE EXTENT ALLOWED BY LAW. ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY IS LIMITED TO THE PERIOD OF THIS LIMITED WARRANTY. ALL OBLIGATIONS OF REGAL ARE SPECIFICALLY SET FORTH HEREIN. REGAL DOES NOT AUTHORIZE ANY PERSON OR DEALER TO ASSUME ANY LIABILITY IN CONNECTION WITH REGAL BOATS.

so the above limitation may not apply to you. Regal’s obligation with respect to this warranty is limited to making repairs to or replacing the defective parts and no claim for breach of warranty shall be cause for cancellation or rescission of the contract or sale for any boat manufactured by REGAL MARINE INDUSTRIES, INC. Regal will discharge its obligations under this warranty as rapidly as possible, but cannot guarantee any speciﬁ c completion date due to the different nature of claims which may be made and services which may be required. Regal reserves the right to change or improve the design of its boats without obligation to modify any boat previously manufactured. This limited warranty gives you speciﬁ c legal rights, and you may also have other rights which may vary from state to

state. Regal shall in no way be responsible for any repairs not shop not PRE- AUTHORIZED by a Regal Customer Service Manager.

PRE-AUTHORIZED by a Regal Customer Service Manager or repairs performed by a repair

Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts,

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Chapter 1

WARNING

INFORMATION

DANGER

CAUTION

NOTICE

Safety On Board

Safety awareness can not be over emphasized. Safety on board needs to be the skippers number one priority. In this manual you will ﬁ nd many safety

precautions and symbols to identify safety related items. Heed all safety precaution information. Remember, the skipper is responsible for the safety of his passengers and crew.

Potentially hazardous situation that, if not avoided,

could result in

Indicates a potentially hazardous situation or

death or serious injury.

SAFETY LABELS

SAFETY PRECAUTION DEFINITION

Safety precautions are stated as caution, warning and danger signal words. They are highlighted in this manual by font design and symbol usage. Also, a notice heading is included which provides operation and maintenance information but is not hazard-related. An information label provides tips on a variety of topics. Become familiar and

understand all safety precaution labels!

Immediate hazardous situation that, if not avoided,

will result in death or serious injury.

unsafe practice that, if not avoided, may result in

injury or property or product damage.

General or speciﬁ c information which is important to

correct operation or maintenance,

but is not hazard related.

INFORMATION

Educational tips for the skipper and crew.

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NOTICE

PRECAUTIONARY LABELS

Read and understand all safety labels afﬁ xed to your Regal yacht or found in this manual and the vendor literature. Many of the safety labels are posted close to the helm, aft cockpit, cabin and swim platform. The location of the labels may vary. Review the helm safety labels with passengers before disembarking. Use common sense to analyze the result of an action on board your vessel. Always think safety ﬁ rst!

DO NOT REMOVE OR COVER

ANY PRECAUTIONARY LABELS.

KEEP HARSH CHEMICALS

AWAY FROM LABELS.

GENERAL BOATING SAFETY

We understand that you are eager to go boating. However, we strongly suggest that you thoroughly familiarize yourself and friends or members of your family with safe boating practices before setting out. Remember, that along with the freedom and exhilaration of boating comes the responsibility that you have for the safety of your passengers and other boaters who share the water with you. Boating regulations vary from state to state. Check with your local state and local authorities for the regulations pertaining to your area.

Check with local FM weather stations, U. S. Coast Guard, or on-line for the latest weather conditions. Remember getting caught in severe weather is hazardous. Check weather conditions periodically while you are boating. If you are forced to operate your boat in a storm condition, take common sense precautions; wear PFD’s, store gear, reduce speed and if possible head for safe refuge.

IF A LABEL BECOMES ILLEGIBLE,

CONTACT YOUR REGAL DEALER

FOR ORDERING REPLACEMENTS.

It is best to avoid operating your boat in foggy weather. When fog sets in, take bearings, log courses and speeds. You are required to emit a ﬁ ve second blast from your horn or whistle once every minute. Also, have your passengers wear PFD’s and observe for oncoming vessels.

Operation in shallow water presents a number of hazards including sand bars and water levels inﬂ uenced by tides. If the vessel strikes an underwater hazard, check for boat and engine damage. If the engine vibrates excessively after striking an underwater obstruction, it may indicate a damaged propeller. If you run aground, seek help by

radio or ﬂ ares. Make sure your boat and equipment are in top condition.

Do this by frequently inspecting the hull, engine and propulsion components.

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You must provide a Coast Guard approved personal ﬂ otation device (PFD) for every person on board. These PFD’s should be in good condition and easily accessible.

Insist that non-swimmers and children on board wear a PFD at all times. If you encounter rough weather conditions, make sure everyone on board is wearing a PFD, including yourself. Instruct your passengers in how to put on their PFDs and be sure they know their storage location on the boat. Remember, in an emergency, a PFD that cannot be quickly located and worn is useless.

Never allow anyone to sit anywhere on the boat not speciﬁ cally designed as seating. While underway, ALWAYS insist passengers sit in a seat and set an example by doing this yourself.

Never drink and drive! As captain, you are responsible for the safety of your passengers. Alcohol and boating can be a dangerous combination. DO NOT mix them. Alcohol impairs the boat operators ability to make conscious decisions and react

to emergency situations quickly.

Use maximum caution when fueling. Never allow any smoke or ﬂ ame nearby while you are fueling. ALWAYS check for fuel leaks and fumes when fueling is completed.

Be certain there is enough fuel aboard for your cruising needs. Include any reserve

that might be needed should you change your plans due to weather or an emergency. Practice the “one-third rule: Use one-third of your fuel going out, one-third to return

and retain one- third as a reserve.

Always check the weather before departure. Be particularly cautious of forecasted electrical storms and high winds.

Always have up-to-date charts aboard as a back-up to your plotter and auto pilot option. Charts can be obtained at your closet marina, on-line store or by contacting one of three federal government agencies.

Always ﬁ le a ﬂ oat plan. Leave details of your trip with someone responsible who will be remaining on shore. Include expected return, plus name and phone number of a contact person in case of emergency.

Never overload your boat! An overloaded boat, or one with uneven weight distribution can be difﬁ cult to steer. Balance the load before starting a cruise. Refer to the persons capacity drawing in the technical drawing chapter for passenger seating details.

Use care, courtesy and common sense when launching, docking or operating your boat.

Learn and obey the “Rules of the Road”. A weather resistant placard copy of the “Rules of the Road” is included in the on board Regal information packet. Additional information can be obtained from the U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary or your local Power Squadron organization. In case of emergency know the international distress signals for your VHF radio. The spoken word “MAYDAY” is the international signal of distress and is for emergency use only. Under no circumstances should this word be used, unless there is danger at hand.

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Posted speed limits, swimming areas, “no wake” zones and other restrictions should be red-ﬂ agged. They are so noted for a reason. Sensible boat use, plus courtesy, equals enjoyable and safe boating.

It is your responsibility to stay abreast of all federal, state and local rules, as some laws or regulations may change or be different from state to state. Contact your local boating agencies for updated information.

We can not stress safety enough! Remember, there are no brakes on your boat, and the water current and wind velocity both affect your ability to respond. The operator must use caution at all times to maintain control of his vessel and especially to keep a safe distance from other boats and obstacles.

Always keep all safety gear in optimum condition. Pay special attention to attached tags and plates indicating expiration dates on equipment such as ﬁ re extinguishers, and personal flotation devices. Encourage a periodic maintenance check on all safety equipment. Contact your Regal dealer or marine professional for more information. Again, remember that the captain is responsible for his crew, passengers and vessel.

REQUIRED SAFETY EQUIPMENT

PERSONAL FLOTATION DEVICES

All personal flotation devices (PFD’s) must be Coast Guard approved, in good working condition, and must be the correct size for the wearer. All PFD’s must be readily accessible. This means being able to wear them in a reasonable amount of time in case of an emergency (ﬁ re, boat sinking, etc.). They should not be stored or locked in closed areas. Also, make sure that all coverings are removed such as plastic from any PFD’s. Throwable devices such as a ring buoy need to be available for immediate deployment. A PFD should be worn at all times when your boat is operating on the water. A PFD may save your life, but it must be worn to do so.

As a minimum U. S. Coast Guard requirement all recreational boats must carry one type I, II, III, or V PFD (wearable) for each person aboard. See

the explanation following for each type. For type V to be counted they must be used according to the label instructions. In addition, all boats over 16’ must carry

one Type IV (throwable) PFD.

Some states require that PFD’s be worn by children of speciﬁ c ages at all times. Check with local and state boating agencies for particular requirements in your state before taking children on the water. Child life jackets are classiﬁ ed by the child’s weight and should like all life jackets be sized before being purchased. Remember PFD’s will not necessarily keep you from drowning, even though they are designed to keep a person from sinking. When purchasing PFD’s make sure it safely ﬁ ts the person wearing it. It is a good idea to test PFD’s in a life-guarded shallow pool before venturing on the water.

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TYPE II PDF

BUOYANT VEST

Refer to the USCG minimum equipment requirements at the end of this chapter. It is meant to be a guide only. Contact state and local agencies for additional equipment requirements. Remember as the captain of your vessel you are responsible for its safe operation.

TYPE I- Also known as an offshore jacket, it provides the most buoyancy. It is a PFD for all waters and is especially useful in rough waters where rescue may encompass additional time. It is designed to turn most unconscious

users in the water to a true face-up position. Type I PFD is available in adult & child sizes Buoyancy minimum poundages are 15.5 adult, 11 medium child, and 7 for small child and infants.

TYPE II- Also known as

near-shore buoyant vest, it is

recommended for calm, inland

water where rescue time will

be minimal. It will turn some

unconscious people face-up in the

water but not as numerous as Type

I. They use the same buoyancy

minimum poundages as the type I PFD’s.

TYPE III- Known as a ﬂ otation aid it is good for calm, inland water or where there is a chance for quick rescue. It is designed so wearers can place themselves in a face-up position in the water. The wearer may have to tilt their head

back to avoid face-down positions. Type III offer the same buoyancy minimum poundages as the Type II. They are generally the most comfortable for continuous wear. Float coats, ﬁ shing vests, and vests featuring designs for various sport activities are examples of Type III.

TYPE IV- Intended for calm, inland water with heavy vessel trafﬁ c, where help is constantly present. It is designed to be thrown into the water for someone to grab on to and held until rescued. It is not designed to be worn. Type IV includes ring buoys, buoyant

cushions, and horseshoe buoys.

TYPE V- Also known as a special use device this is the least bulky of all PFD’s. It contains a small amount of inherent buoyancy, and an inflatable chamber. It is rated even to a Type I, II, or III PFD (as noted on the jacket label) when

inﬂ ated. Some Type V devices provide significant hypothermia protection. Varieties include deck suits, work vests, board sailing vests and Hybrid PFD’s. Remember that this Type V type PFD may be carried instead of another PFD only if used according

to the approval condition on the label.

Note: A water skier or wakeboarder is considered on

board the vessel and a PFD is required for the purposes of compliance with the PFD carriage requirements. It is advisable and recommended for a skier or wakeboarder to wear a PFD designed to withstand the impact of hitting the water at a high speed. “Impact Class” marking on the label refers to PDF strength, not personal protection. Some state laws require a skier or wakeboarder to wear a PFD.

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PFD’S FOR PETS

If you are a skipper who needs to have his pet dog or cat on board or dockside then a PFD is recommended. The PFD will aid you in ﬁ nding the pet if it should fall overboard. The device must ﬁ t the pet properly. Also, it may take a bit of training before the pet is comfortable wearing the PFD. Normally, dogs are easier to train wearing a life vest than a cat. Marine type retail stores will ﬁ t a pet to a PFD by body weight.

MAINTAINING YOUR PFD’S

A PFD is only useful if it is well maintained. Always be aware of PDF age since it has a life expectancy like any other piece of equipment.

 Check periodically for broken zippers, frayed webbing, water soaked kapok bags, missing straps, and sewing that has become undone.

FIRE EXTINGUISHERS

GENERAL INFORMATION

Fire extinguishers are classiﬁ ed by a letter and numeric symbol. The letter references the type of ﬁ re the unit is designed to extinguish. For example, type B extinguishers commonly used on boats are designed to put out ﬂ ammable liquids such as grease, oil and gasoline. The number indicates the general size of the extinguisher (minimum extinguishing agent weight). Coast Guard Approved extinguishers are identiﬁ ed by the following marking on the label:

“Marine Type USCG Approved, Size..., Type...,

162.028/.../”, etc.

FIRE EXTINGUISHER CONTENTS

 Clean each PFD with mild soap and water only. Again, let dry sufﬁ ciently before storing.

 Keep PFD’s out of grease and oil since they can deteriorate the jacket inner and outer materials.

 Check any kapok-bagged jackets by squeezing. If you hear air escaping the bag is defective and the PFD should be thrown away.

 Grab the cover with the ﬁ ngers. If the cover material rips, the PFD is rotted and should be thrown away.

 If the kapok bag is hard the PFD should be discarded.

CLASS FOAM C02 DRY CHEM HALON

IN GALS. IN LBS. IN LBS. IN LBS.

B-I 1.25 4 2 2.5

B-II 2.5 15 10 10

MINIMUM PORTABLE FIRE EXTINGUISHERS

REQUIRED

VESSEL NO FIXED WITH FIXED

LENGTH SYSTEM SYSTEM

LESS THAN 26’ 1 B-1 0 26’ TO LESS THAN 40’ 2 B-1 OR 1 B-II 1 B-1 40’ TO 65’ 3 B-1 OR 1 B-1 & 1 B-II 2 B-1 OR 1 B-2

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U. S. Coast Guard approved ﬁ re extinguishers are required on all Regal yachts. Besides the minimum Coast Guard requirements always check state and local agencies for additional requirements and equipment. Coast Guard approved extinguishers are hand-portable, either B-I or B-II classification. U. S. Coast Guard approved hand-portable and semi-portable extinguishers contain a metal plate that shows the manufacturers name and extinguisher type, capacity and operating instructions. They have a special marine type mounting bracket which keeps the extinguisher solidly mounted until needed. The extinguisher needs to be mounted in a readily accessible location but one that will not be bumped by people while underway. All approved extinguishers shall have an indication gauge.

U.S.C.G APPROVED FIRE EXTINGUISHER TYPES & FEATURES

 The carbon dioxide unit uses CO2 gas under high pressure, with a funnel discharge hose usually swivel mounted. This extinguisher leaves no residue and does not cause interior engine harm. To ensure workability, weigh the unit annually.

A 10% maximum weight variance is allowed. Another type of liquiﬁ ed gas used today is FE-241.This gas is colorless and odorless, heavier than air and sinks to the lower bilge to extinguish ﬁ res. Since the year 2000 ingredients have changed to a more environmental friendly formula (Chlorotetraﬂ uoroethane or FE-241). FE-241 is used in portable-hand units along with making up the majority of boat automatic ﬁ re extinguishing systems. The canister needs to be weighed once a year. These clean agent units feature a dash mount indicator.

Refer to the information regarding ﬁ re prevention in this manual.

The dry chemical agent is widely used because of its convenience and low cost. The extinguisher canister is ﬁ lled with a white dry chemical powder along with a pressurized gas. It is a good idea to shake this type periodically “pack” on the canister

The foam type uses a chemical foaming agent plus water and is best when used for ﬁ res involving ﬂ ammable liquids- solvents, gasoline, oil, grease and various paints. It will work on ﬁ res involving rubber, plastics, cloth, wood, and paper. It

leaves a messy residue. Do not use this extinguisher for

electric ﬁ res.

because they tend to

bottom.

VISUAL DISTRESS SIGNALS

All vessels used on coastal waters, any of the Great Lakes, territorial seas, and those waters connected directly to them up to a point where a body of water is less than two miles wide, must be equipped with Coast Guard approved visual distress signals. Vessels owned in the United States operating on the high seas must be equipped with U.S.C.G. approved visual distress signals.

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.PYROTECHNIC DEVICES

Pyrotechnic visual distress signals must be Coast Guard approved, be ready for service and must be readily accessible. They all display a marking which is the service life, which must not have expired. A minimum of 3 devices are required for the day and 3 devices for night. Some devices meet both day and night requirements. Pyrotechnic devices should be stored in a cool, dry location. Most of these devices can be purchased in an highly visible (orange) watertight container. Types of Coast Guard approved pyrotechnic distress signals and associated devices are:

 Pyrotechnic red ﬂ ares, hand-held or aerial type.

 Pyrotechnic orange smoke, hand-held or floating

type.

 Launchers for parachute ﬂ ares or aerial red meteors.

All in all, each distress signal has certain advantages and disadvantages. There is no distress signal that is best under all situations. Pyrotechnics are recognized world-wide as superior distress signals. A downfall is they emit a very hot ﬂ ame that can cause burns and or ignite ﬂ ammable materials. Pistol launched and hand-held parachute ﬂ ares operate consistant with ﬁ rearms and therefore must be carefully handled. Check with local and state regulations since some of these device are considered ﬁ rearms and are prohibited. It is best to carry red aerial ﬂ ares which are visible from a greater distance. Also, the red parachute ﬂ ares burn for longer periods and therefore are more likely to be seen by another vessel.

NON-PYROTECHNIC DEVICES

Non-pyrotechnic devices must all be in serviceable condition, readily accessible, and must be certiﬁ ed by the manufacturer to comply with U.S.C.G standards. They include:

 Orange distress ﬂ ag.

 Electric distress light.

The distress ﬂ ag is for day use only. It must be 3 x 3 or larger with a black square and ball on an orange background. It can be spotted when attached to a boat hook, long ﬁ shing rod, or paddle with the person waving the ﬂ ag back and forth overhead. The electric distress light is for night use only ﬂ ashing the international SOS distress signal (..._ _ _ ...). Under Inland Navigation Rules, a high intensity white light that ﬂ ashes at regular intervals from 50-70 times per minute is considered a distress signal. Remember that regulations prohibit the display of visual distress signals on the water under any circumstances except when assistance is required to prevent immediate or potential danger to passengers on a vessel.

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INTERNATIONAL DISTRESS SIGNALS

BLACK SQUARE

AND BALL ON

ORANGE BACKGROUND

MORSE

CODE S.O.S.

CODE FLAGS

NOVEMBER & CHARLIE

“MAYDAY”

RADIO

SQUARE FLAG

& BALL

ENSIGN

UPSIDE

DOWN

PERSON WAVING

HANDS

PARACHUTE

RED FLARE

RED METEOR

FLARES

POSITION

INDICATING

RADIO BEACON

SMOKE

DYE MARKER (ANY COLOR)

FOG HORN

SOUNDED

CONTINUOSLY

GUN FIRED AT

1- MINUTE

INTERVALS

HAND-HELD

FLARE

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SOUND PRODUCING DEVICES

According to both Inland and International Rules, all boats must carry a way of producing an efficient sound signal. If your vessel is 12 meters (39’ 4”) or longer, a power whistle or power horn and bell must be carried. Bell

mouth must be at least 7 7/8” diameter. The sound signal made in all cases must be capable of a four or six second blast audible for one half mile. See the section discussing bridge and whistle signals for more information.

RADIO COMMUNICATIONS

VHF radios are used for distress and ship to shore and ship to ship communications today. Learn the specialized messages such as Mayday, Mayday, Mayday. It is only used when life or vessel is in imminent danger. Many of the more recent VHF’s feature DSC capability which offers the ability to place and receive digital calls directly with vessels and shore stations including USA and Canadian Coast Guards. Channel 70 is reserved exclusively for DSC calls. Refer to the VHF owner’s information since you need to establish a Mobile Maritime Safety Identity (MMSI) number before using the DSC feature. A MMSI number identiﬁ es each DSC radio, like a telephone number. The FCC requires a ship station license for all vessels equipped with a marine VHF radio.

The conﬁ guration of visible lights tells an operator the size, direction of travel and means of propulsion (sail, power, rowing or at anchor) of another vessel. This helps both operators determine who has the right of way. Larger boats are required to carry bigger, brighter lights that are visible over longer distances. See the light requirement chart for pleasure craft.

MARINE SANITATION DEVICES

Recreational vessels under 65’ with installed toilet facilities must have an operable marine sanitation device (MSD) on board. Vessels 65’ and under may use Type I, II, or III MSD’s. All installed MSD’s must be U.S. Coast Guard certiﬁ ed. The MSD’s are labeled to show conformity to the regulations.

NAVIGATION RULES

The navigation rules establish actions to be taken by vessels to avoid collision. They are divided into Inland/ International. Operators of vessels 39.4’ or more shall have on

board and maintain a copy of the Inland navigation rules.

NAVIGATION LIGHTS

The U. S. Coast Guard requires recreational boats operating at night to display navigation lights between sunset and sunrise along with other periods of reduced visibility. Navigation lights help avoid collisions by improving the night visibility of vessels. Red and green directional lights, white stern lights, white masthead lights and white all-around lights must be displayed in speciﬁ ed positions, depending on boat size, and mode of operation.

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