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A-16 A certification conducted by USCG approved labs. |
| ABYC American Boat and Yacht Council |
| Anchor Bracket An anchor bracket is for suspending the anchor of a power boat above the deck comprising a base support which is affixed directly to the deck of the boat and an upper lock which is spaced from the base support. |
| Anchor Light A white light, usually on the masthead, visible from all directions, used when anchored. |
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Base the bottom or lowest part / a support or foundation |
| Battery Switch A device that is used in series and it is desirable to change the strength and direction of the current frequently. |
| Bell A hollow device made of metal that makes a ringing sound when struck. |
| Bilge The bilge is the lowest compartment on a ship where the two sides meet. |
| Burgee Burgee is the name of the distinguishing flag, regardless of its shape, of a recreational boating organization. |
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CE Conformité Européenne, French for European conformity. The CE Marking applies to products regulated by certain European health, safety and environmental protection legislation. The CE Marking is obligatory for products it applies to: the manufacturer affixes the marking in order to be allowed to sell his product in the European market. |
| Cleat A fastener (usually with two projecting horns) around which a rope can be secured. |
| COLREGS The International Regulations for Preventing Collisions at Sea 1972 are published by the International Maritime Organization (IMO), and set out the "rules of the road" to be followed by ships and other vessels at sea. |
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Date Code A date on a package indicating either the date by which the product should be used or the date the product was packed. |
| Dock A platform built out from the shore into the water and supported by piles; provides access to ships and boats. |
| DP Dealer Package |
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Faro Lighthouse (Spanish) |
| Flame Arrester A piece of equipment installed in an industrial process to stop the propagation of a deflagration traveling along a pipeline by extinguishing the flame. |
| Fuel Tank A fuel tank is safe container for flammable liquids and typically part of an engine system in which the fuel is stored and propelled (fuel pump) or released (pressurized gas) into an engine. |
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Garboard The board on a boat which attaches to the keel running fore and aft along the bottom. |
| Grounding The process of establishing a connection between an electrical circuit or equipment and an earth ground or electrical ground. |
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Hand Rail Hand hold. Usually along the cabin top or ladder. |
| Handle A handle is a part of, or attachment to, an object that can be moved or used by hand. |
| Hatch A horizontal door in a floor or ceiling. |
| Hinge A joint that holds two parts together so that one can swing relative to the other |
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Ignition Switch Switch that operates a solenoid that closes a circuit to operate the starter |
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Latch Catch for fastening a door or gate; a bar that can be lowered or slid into a groove |
| Leaning post Wide, padded bolster at the helm used instead of or in lieu of conventional seats. |
| LED Light Emitting Diode |
| Lens A transparent optical device used to converge or diverge transmitted light and to form images. |
| Light Bulb Electric lamp consisting of a transparent or translucent glass housing containing a wire filament (usually tungsten) that emits light when heated. |
| Locking Gas Cap A gas cap with locking capability. Prevents fuel theft. |
| Lockset A complete door lock system comprised of the lock mechanism together with knobs, keys, plates, strikes and other accessories. |
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Mooring A line that holds a boat in place |
| MRAA Marine Retailers Association of America |
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Navigation Light Light on an vessel that indicates the vessels position and orientation - red light on the port and green light on the starboard. |
| NM Nautical Miles |
| NMDA National Marine Distributors Association |
| NMMA National Marine Manufacturers' Association |
| NMRA National Marine Representatives Association |
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Oar An oar is an implement used for water-borne propulsion. Oars have a flat blade at one end. The oarsmen grasp the oar at the other end. What distinguishes oars from paddles is that paddles are held by the paddler, and are not connected with the vessel. |
| Oarlock A device to attach oars to a rowboat, allowing the operator to row rather than paddle the boat. |
| OEM Original Equipment Manufacturer |
| OSRAM OSRAM is part of the industry sector of Siemens AG and one of the two leading lighting manufacturers in the world. |
| Outrigger An outrigger is a part of a boats rigging which is rigid and extends beyond the side or gunwale of a boat. |
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Pennant A long, tapering, usually triangular flag, used on ships for signaling or identification. |
| Polarity Having an indicated pole (as the distinction between positive and negative electric charges) |
| Polyurethane Any of various polymers containing the urethane radical; a wide variety of synthetic forms are made and used as adhesives or plastics or paints or rubber. |
| Portlight A window in the side of a vessel, usually round or with rounded corners. Portlights can be hinged to open or fixed shut. |
| Pulley A wheel that usually has a groove around the outside edge. This groove is for a rope or belt to move around the pulley. |
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RGA Return Goods Authorization |
| Rim lock A rim lock is a locking device that attaches to the surface of a door. |
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SAMPSON The SAMPSON is a multi-function AESA radar produced by BAE Systems Integrated System Technologies. |
| Scupper Drain that allows water on the deck of a vessel to flow overboard |
| Searchlight A light source with reflectors that projects a beam of light in a particular direction |
| Spotlight A lamp that produces a strong beam of light to illuminate a restricted area; used to focus attention. |
| Stern Light A white running light placed at the stern of the boat. The stern light should be visible through an arc of 135°, to the rear of the boat. |
| Strainer A filter to retain larger pieces while smaller pieces and liquids pass through |
| Switch Control consisting of a mechanical or electrical or electronic device for making or breaking or changing the connections in a circuit. |
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Threaded (of bolts or screws) Having screw threads. |
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UL Underwriter’s Laboratories. A popular safety standard for electrical devices supported by many underwriters. |
| UL 1104 Certification given to navigation lights that have been investigated for compliance with 72 COLREGS and the applicable provisions of the USCG Electrical Engineering Regulations. These navigation lights are primarily intended for use on vessels 65 ft (21 m) and over in length. These lights may also be used on vessels under 65 ft. |
| UL 1121 This certification covers marine through hull fittings intended to be used above or below the water line and marine sea valves for use as shut off devices to effect positive closure of boat hull penetrations. |
| USCG United States Coast Guard |
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Ventilator A device that circulates fresh air and expels stale or noxious air. |
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Winterizing The preparation of equipment for operation in conditions of winter weather. |