10.7 SWIM LADDER

The yacht is equipped with a swim ladder which allows easy access from the sea to the stern platform, and vice versa.
The swim ladder is placed inside the stern platform structure, in order not to cause obstruction during navigation.
For the swim ladder extraction proceed as follows:

1. Open the stern platform;
2. Turn the ladder block (1) to release it;
3. Pull the ladder (2) from its seat.

The swim ladder does not require ordinary maintenance; anyway, being particularly exposed to sea corrosion, it is advisable to wash it accurately with fresh water after each use.

Inhibition sensor limit switch manual ladder and acoustic alarm.

To extract the manual swim ladder located inside the hatch, the hatch must be opened.
When the swim ladder is removed, a position sensor prevents the closing of the hatch to avoid damaging the yacht.

In the case the sensor has a malfunction and inhibit the closure of the hatch, in the engine room has been installed a sensor by-pass command that allows to close the hatch after checking the effective closure of the swim ladder:

• A person must to monitor the progress of the movement to avoid possible interference between the swim ladder not completely closed and the closing seat of the aft hatch.
• The activation of the sensor by-pass command is signalled by an acoustic alarm which remains constantly active until the by-pass command is deactivated.

CAUTION

Make sure that the swim ladder is correctly extracted and positioned before going down to water.

CAUTION

Pay attention because the ladder can be slippery.
Ensure a safe grip before reboarding.

DANGER

Risk of electric shock from leakage currents.
Never swim in waters near harbours or marinas.

DANGER

Never start navigation with the swim ladder not correctly retracted and locked.

WARNING

For a safe use of the yacht, when you are stopped at open sea and you are alone on board, always keep the swim ladder open.

CAUTION

Never use the swim ladder when the engine is running.

DANGER

Pay attention to moving parts and to your hands.

Swim ladder system diagram