Before leaving harbour

Before casting off we recommend that you along with the boat owner make a detailed inspection of the boat. The more accurate you are, the less trouble or problems during the rental period.

Checklist

External check

Check thehull,mast, boomandrub rails. Make a notealong with theboat owneronanyvisible damage. Thispreventsdiscussions upon return.
Set the jib and mainsail before setting off to make sure all is ok.

Mooring

Dealing withanchor andwindlass. Alsothe length of theanchor lineandanchor chain.
Are there spare anchor(s)?
Where is the mooring lines and fenders?
Are there extra ropes, winch handle?

Safety

Where are thelife jackets,safety harnessesand fire extinguishers?
Test all lights and lighting. Are there spare bulbs?
How does the bilge pump work?
Is there a ladder? How to get person who has fallen overboard back onboard again?

Technology

Where arethe batteries and do they workproperly?
How long time can I use the batteries without charging? Has the motor got a separate battery?
Fuses and spare fuses?
Thorough review of all instruments and switches on the instrument panel.
Recommended speed,oil pressure and water temp of the engine.
How to read the fuel/ oil and water levels?
Managing the toilet.
Check the hull fittings and associated cranes

Food / Water

How does thestove and oven work?
What is the fuel for these and how do you fill the new fuel?
How is the fridge (and freezer) handled?
Watercapacity?, water tank? Where do I find the filler cap?

Navigation

Where are thecharts? Istherechartsfor yoursailingroute?
How does the VHF work?
How does GPS and other navigational equipment work?

Dinghy

If the the dinghy is inflatable,where isthe pump?
Oars? Fuel tank?
How does the outboard work?
Is there an extra shear pin to the propeller?