Safety Equipment in Candela C-8

The C-8 is equipped with built-in seat belts for all passengers and safety handles to hold on to while underway.

An emergency switch connected to a kill cord is located next to the steering wheel. The kill cord must be secured to the driver while underway. When pulled or released it will stop the boat.

In case of fire, a 2 kg portable fire extinguisher is located under the sunbed hatch. The storage space under the sunbed hatch can also be used for a life raft (not included).

The boat is equipped with a safety ladder, which is accessible from both the deck and the sea. The ladder can be combined with an optional swim platform.

Using the safety ladder and the swim platform (optional)

DANGER! A rotating propeller can cause serious injury or death.

• Turn off the pod when near someone in the water and ensure that the propeller is not rotating.
• The pod runs quietly, always double-check that the propeller LED is off.

CAUTION! The pod has sharp edges. Risk of personal injury.

• Pay attention when climbing onto the boat.
• Mind your head when pulling down the swim ladder from the sea.

NOTICE! Pulling the rudder motor cable can damage motor functions. Never pull the rudder cable when boarding.

Using the safety ladder

The ladder can be released both from the aft deck and from the sea.

1. Pull the swim ladder out horizontally, then push it down vertically.
2. Hold on to the port rails when climbing onto the boat.

Using the swim platform (optional)

1. Unfold the swim platform:
   From the sea: Pull the lower platform strap.
   From the deck: Pull the upper platform strap. The swim platform unfolds.
2. Pull the swim ladder out horizontally, then push it down vertically.

Checking the safety equipment

Check the functionality of safety equipment annually. Ensure that:

• All seat belts can be locked and tightened.
• The swim ladder can be pulled out easily.
• The expiration date of the fire extinguisher has not passed.
• The fire extinguisher manometer is displaying the correct pressure.
• The fire extinguisher hose is in good condition.

Replace or repair faulty equipment.

Safety on working deck

WARNING! Moving parts. Crush and pinch point hazard.

• Always stay clear of moving rudder and struts.
• Before changing retraction mode, ensure that the passengers are informed. • Never use the sunbed when underway.

When underway, passengers must remain on working deck or in the cabin. All passengers must use a life jacket when on working deck.

Safety on working deck during foiling

WARNING! Risk of personal injury. When foiling, always use the designated seats and fasten the seat belts.

During foiling, all passengers must be seated in the designated seats on deck. Passengers are not allowed in the cabin.

Hatches

Keep all hatches closed while underway to minimize the risk of flooding. The service-access hatches should always be kept closed. They may only be opened during maintenance by authorized personnel.

NOTICE! Risk of property damage. The cabin hatch must be closed during foiling. The cabin hatch can be open for passage during Planing, Shallow and Harbor mode.

Passenger seating

WARNING!
Risk of personal injury.

• When foiling, use the designated seats and fasten the seat belts.
• The driver must always use the kill cord.
• Do not exceed the maximum recommended number of passengers.

The standard C-8 has six seats, including the driver's seat. Two extra seats are available as an option. These are mounted on the safety rails.

Candela recommends that all passengers are seated and use a safety belt when underway. When foiling, all passengers must be seated and belted. Passengers should never use the sunbed when underway.