TM 55-1930-209-14&P-17d.Smother engine fires by leaving engine hatch tightly closed. Use firefighting chemicals through air intakes oneach side or smother fire by closing air intakes. Use blankets, tars, cushions, etc., to completely close air intakes.NOTEPortable, dry powder fire extinguisher onboard (10 poundcapacity) is effective against fires involving fuel oil, electricalwiring and equipment, and plastics.e.Carry extinguisher to upwind side of fire, if possible. Pull safety pin, aim nozzle at base of fire, preferably onupwind side, and pull trigger. If chemical is to be effective, it must not be blown away by the wind.f.After extinguishing fire, examine onboard electrical and mechanical systems for possible damage. If towing isnecessary, proceed in accordance with paragraph 2-15.2.2-14.4 Running aground prevention. Before maneuvering or operating in an area, study charts and know depths andpossible underwater obstacles. In unknown waters, use depthfinder and proceed at idle speed with forward lookouts. Ifpossible, leave outboard trim switch in TRIM range so reverse can be engaged to stop and prevent grounding or strikingunderwater obstacles.2-14.5 Recovery procedures when agrounda.Send a distress signal via radio, flares, or horn.b.Make sure all persons onboard are wearing lifevests.c.Check for possible persons overboard. Begin rescue operations.d.Check for possible personal injury due to sudden stop. Render first aid if necessary. If radio contact is available,notify rescuing effort of personal injuries.e.Check hull around outboard drive for cracks, splits, bent metal, and leaks. Check both outside of hull and insideengine compartment.f.If possible, raise outboard drive and examine casing for cracks, and bent or broken metal. Check propeller forbent or broken blades. If possible, lower outboard drive and check if operational.g.Check other portions of hull for damage and leaks.h.Make sure bilge pumps are ON.i.If hull does not leak and engine/outboard drive operates, attempt to back off grounding. If this is possible, checkfor leaks as boat comes clear of grounding.j.Plug and control leaks in the hull. Use cushions, blankets, jackets, or other material to plug holes or cracks.WARNINGWorkboat has flotation foam in forward compartment, under cabinfloor, and on outside of engine compartment. However, foam hasnot been tested and may not be sufficient to prevent boat fromsinking.2-15 Operations under unusual conditions2-15.1 General. Several unusual conditions may occur in small craft operations. Towing another boat or being towed byanother boat are the most common.2-15.2 Being towed by another boata.Discuss towing procedures with operator of the towing boat and establish a communications system, preferablytwo-way voice radio, between boats.b.If possible, make a towing bridle by using heavy line at least 30 feet long. Fashion a loop in the middle and fasteneach end to one of the forward bitts. Attach bridle to bitts so that it can be quickly and easily disconnected.Secure towing line to loop in middle of this emergency-towing bridle.2-21
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