Ignition lanyard

Discussion in 'Powerboats' started by Thunderhead19, Aug 2, 2005.

  1. Thunderhead19
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    Thunderhead19 Senior Member

    Does anybody here know if there are any US regulations that require the use of an ignition shut off lanyard? I found a requirement in ABYC for the use of these lanyards on light jet boats, but I need something in writing that confirms that there is no requirement. That is a bloody tough thing to get....that is, a document stating that something is NOT legally required.
     
  2. Thunderhead19
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    Thunderhead19 Senior Member

    I'll keep everyone posted when I get this sorted out.
     
  3. gonzo
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    gonzo Senior Member

    It is legally required in boats of less than (I believe) 19'. You can check the length with the USCG
     
  4. Thunderhead19
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    Thunderhead19 Senior Member

    My problem is with a 29' cabin cruiser with twin outboards.
     
  5. yipster
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    yipster designer

    deadman ignition killer switches are mandatory on fast boats (here)
     
  6. Corpus Skipper
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    Any boat I've ever seen with outboards had kill switches simply because they came with the engine or were built into the control box. At 29 feet the boat should be yacht certified and kill lanyards are not required. Check the CG plate and if it says yacht cert. then you're in the clear.
     
  7. Corpus Skipper
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    Corpus Skipper Hopeless Boataholic

    Oops, I just saw you're in B.C. so I haven't got a clue :D
     

  8. Thunderhead19
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    actually it's for an american customer in alaska
    thanks for the info
     
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