
1.14
SECTION 1 • SAFETY
290 Sundancer
®
SPEED HAZARD - Watch your wake. It might capsize
a small craft. You are responsible for damage caused
by your wake.
! WARNING
FOR BOATS WITH VACUFLUSH
®
HEADS ONLY
Do not place facial tissues, paper towels or sanitary
napkins in head. Such material can damage the waste
disposal system and the environment.
! CAUTION
• There is a possibility of being fined for having an
operable direct overboard discharge of waste in
some waters. Removing seacock handle, in closed
position, or other means must be used to avoid
fine.
• It is illegal for any vessel to dump plastic trash
anywhere in the ocean or navigable waters of the
United States.
NOTICE
B. W
ASTE DISPOSAL
• Many areas prohibit overboard sewer discharge.
Close and disable flow-through waste systems
to prevent discharge in such areas.
• Bag all refuse until it can be disposed of ashore.
Regulations prohibit disposal of plastic anywhere
in the marine environment and restrict other
garbage disposal within specified distances
from shore.
19. ENVIRONMENTAL CONSIDERATIONS
The following warning is offered for boats sold in
the State of California in accordance with California
Health & Safety Code §§ 25249.5-.13:
A. FUEL AND OIL SPILLAGE
Regulations prohibit discharging fuel or oily waste
in navigable waters. Discharge is defined as any
action which causes a film, sheen or discoloration
on the water surface, or causes a sludge or emulsion
beneath the water surface. A common violation is
bilge discharge. Use rags or sponges to soak up
fuel or oily waste, then dispose of them properly
ashore. If there is much fuel or oil in the bilge,
contact a knowledgeable marine service to remove
it. Never pump contaminated bilge discharge
overboard. Help protect your waters.
Fill tank(s) less than rated capacity. Allow for fuel
expansion.
A wide variety of components used on this vessel
contain or emit chemicals known to the State of
California to cause cancer and birth defects and other
reproductive harm.
EXAMPLES INCLUDE:
• Engine and generator exhaust
• Engine and generator fuel, and other liquids such
as coolants and oil, especially used motor oil
• Cooking fuels
• Cleaners, paints, and substances used for vessel
repair
• Waste materials that result from wear of vessel
components
• Lead from battery terminals and from other sources
such as ballast or fishing sinkers
TO AVOID HARM:
• Keep away from engine, generator, and cooking fuel
exhaust fumes.
• Wash areas thoroughly with soap and water after
handling the substances above.
! WARNING
C. EXCESSIVE NOISE
Many areas regulate noise limits. Even if there
are no laws, courtesy demands that boats operate
quietly.
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