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Gary S 
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 Topic: Wireless Man-Overboard SystemPosted: April-18-2021 at 8:53am |
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Too bad it requires a 2 1/16” hole. Interesting concept but I just don’t see where it it would fit. Too bad it cannot be remote mounted and the arming button/ indicator light be mounted into the place the old lanyard switch was. This will be an awesome addition to YouTube ghost surfing not to mention giving Barney another reason to stop you.
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8122pbrainard
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Posted: April-18-2021 at 8:41am |
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Some of us with older boats may wonder if they need to go with the MOB system. Here's the quick exceptions:
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Jonny Quest
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Posted: April-17-2021 at 11:23pm |
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I came across this wireless man-overboard or "MOB" system:
This device would take the place of the emergency shut-down lanyard that boat operators are supposed to use...but rarely do. Interesting concept. This may be an option as a new federal boating law requires a vessel operator to use the engine cut-off switch or ECOS. The Coast Guard announced that as of April 1, 2021, it will implement the new law passed by Congress. This law applies to operators of recreational vessels less than 26 feet. Kill switch use will be required only when the primary helm is not within an enclosed cabin, and when the boat is operating "on plane". Cutoff switches would not need to be used when operating in no-wake zones, trolling, or docking, for example. Obviously, the ECOS prevents runaway vessels and the havoc caused by a boat continuing on course with no one aboard, or running in circles and striking the driver, who is stranded in the water. However, another use with this type of system is to have passengers wearing the wireless sending unit -- FOB or wrist-band. If any person falls overboard while in possession of a wireless sending unit, the engine stops. This is a great safety feature in the event that the operator is unaware of the MOB. I'm guilty of not wearing the ECOS lanyard and this device may be something to consider. JQ |
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