This page contains a Flash digital edition of a book.
Figure 3 – Propane alarm/control mounted in galley close to stove. Figure 4 – Propane alarm in galley under stove.


well, compartments containing diesel engines require the installation of an Automatic Engine Shut-Down System with automatic extinguishers for proper function.


Intruder alarm- This system is


not as high a priority for all insurance companies. There are many intruder alarms on the market, but there are


two features available that deserve mentioning. The first is wireless sensors of all types. These can include hatch and pressure mat, motion detection, as well as high water in the bilge, carbon monoxide, smoke, freezing temperatures, etc. Because they are wireless, there is no need to run wires, making the mounting quite easy. The other thing, which is very interesting,


is the ability of the alarm to call and notify you as to various conditions on your boat when you are not onboard.


In conclusion, under the right


circumstances insurance companies will offer discounts on your boat policy for the above systems. Having a clear understanding up front will avoid any disappointment. There are other


 


 





YACHT CHARTERS & Sailing School


NANAIMO


On the Doorstep of BC’s Incredible Gulf Islands, Sunshine Coast and Desolations Sound


 


 


 





 


 


 


 


  48° NORTH, FEBRUARY 2012 PAGE 28 250 754-8601 Toll Free: 1 877 754-8601 www.nanaimoyachtcharters.com


 


we have a wide range of both sail and power yachts


Page 1  |  Page 2  |  Page 3  |  Page 4  |  Page 5  |  Page 6  |  Page 7  |  Page 8  |  Page 9  |  Page 10  |  Page 11  |  Page 12  |  Page 13  |  Page 14  |  Page 15  |  Page 16  |  Page 17  |  Page 18  |  Page 19  |  Page 20  |  Page 21  |  Page 22  |  Page 23  |  Page 24  |  Page 25  |  Page 26  |  Page 27  |  Page 28  |  Page 29  |  Page 30  |  Page 31  |  Page 32  |  Page 33  |  Page 34  |  Page 35  |  Page 36  |  Page 37  |  Page 38  |  Page 39  |  Page 40  |  Page 41  |  Page 42  |  Page 43  |  Page 44  |  Page 45  |  Page 46  |  Page 47  |  Page 48  |  Page 49  |  Page 50  |  Page 51  |  Page 52  |  Page 53  |  Page 54  |  Page 55  |  Page 56  |  Page 57  |  Page 58  |  Page 59  |  Page 60  |  Page 61  |  Page 62  |  Page 63  |  Page 64  |  Page 65  |  Page 66  |  Page 67  |  Page 68  |  Page 69  |  Page 70  |  Page 71  |  Page 72  |  Page 73  |  Page 74