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BENETEAU 331

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Jan. 10, 2003
rev 02

STANDARD BATTERY SWITCH LABEL

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Located at the standard battery switches.

Beneteau Part #00001032

OPTIONAL BATTERY SWITCH LABEL

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Located at the optional battery switches

Beneteau Part #00001023

LIFTING SLING LOCATION ARROWS LABEL

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Located at or near the hull to deck joint

Beneteau Part #00001033

ANTI FREEZE CAUTION TAG

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Tied to the breaker for the water

Beneteau Part #00001038

! CAUTION

BOAT SHIPPED FROM FACTORY

WITH ANTIFREEZE IN WATER SYSTEM

CONSUMPTION OF ANTIFREEZE MAY

CAUSE ILLNESS

SYSTEM MUST BE THOROUGHLY

FLUSHED SEVERAL TIMES

TO REMOVE ANTIFREEZE

BEFORE USE

Beneteau 00001038

Summary of Contents for 331

Page 1: ...AND WARNING LABELS 12 VIII FEDERAL REGULATIONS 17 IX COMMISSIONING 20 X SPECIFICATIONS OF THE BOAT 23 XI INTERIOR LAYOUT 25 XII DECK 27 XIII SAILS AND RIGGING 28 XIV FRESH WATER SYSTEM 38 XV BILGE PUMP SYSTEM 40 XVI SEACOCKS AND THRU HULLS 42 XVII ELECTRIC SYSTEMS 44 XVIII LP GAS SYSTEM 54 XIX EMERGENCY STEERING SYSTEM 56 XX ENGINE 57 XXI HANDLING 59 XXII MAINTENANCE 60 XXIII WINTERIZING PROCEDURE...

Page 2: ...n the owner s manual delivered with the boat On Signature Please keep this copy for your records RECEIPT OWNER S NAME ADDRESS Owner of the BENETEAU 331 number Do certify that I have taken delivery and read the information in the owner s manual delivered with the boat On Signature Please send back this copy to BENETEAU USA After Sales Dept 1313 W Hwy 76 Marion SC 29571 U S A ...

Page 3: ...me of printing and may be changed at any time or may have been changed on your boat While we have tried to describe the major points of your boat within this book we cannot cover every detail Please call your dealer or feel free to call us if any question should arise If you are a seasoned sailor much of the manual may be old news but if this is your first boat we hope this will prove useful Shoul...

Page 4: ... is greatly improved All materials used in the construction of your Beneteau are of the highest quality Sampling of materials and operational standards are constantly monitored so that the structural design matches the engineered standard Beneteau USA takes great care in the manufacturing of fiberglass parts as well as in the control of raw materials and their applications This coupled with the ma...

Page 5: ...s necessary to protect the boat 12 any damage or deterioration to the boat resulting from participation in a competitive sporting event In addition if 1 any structural damage to the boat is suffered as a result of any cause other than a defect in material or workmanship whether or not such damage requires or results in any repairs to the hull or deck or 2 any repairs or alterations to the boat of ...

Page 6: ...irectly to 30 day after receipt of the completed and signed warranty form from your dealer Subsequent owners of Beneteaus are invited to become a member of Club Beneteau as well We will automatically enroll these boat owners upon receipt of their warranty transfer cards In the event that you change your address please fill out and mail in the change of address card at the back of the manual to the...

Page 7: ...S RESPONSIBILITIES Your Beneteau Dealer is part of a worldwide distribution network with dealers in 28 countries As a Beneteau Dealer he has certain obligations to you as our customer and to Beneteau as our representative A Dealer s responsibility does not end with the sale of your boat Your Dealer is responsible for the following Deliver your new Beneteau to you complete as ordered in your purcha...

Page 8: ...nt is in working order that you are aware of the weather conditions and someone ashore is familiar with your destination or sailing activities MANDATORY COAST GUARD SAFETY EQUIPMENT Many safety items are required for compliance with the U S Coast Guard regulations Note that these regulations are subject to change It is the owner s responsibility to be aware of current regulations as outlined in th...

Page 9: ... good rule of thumb to follow dictates that your bow stern and spring line be equal to the length of the boat Life jackets anchor anchor chain and line throwing line flares soft wooden plugs for thru hulls life ring fire extinguisher and foghorn Electronics Depth Sounder Log Speedometer and VHF Radio SAFETY COURSES It is recommended that owners and operators gain knowledge and experience in boat s...

Page 10: ...nant with appropriate chafing gear Careful and regular inspection of moored boats on a regular basis is necessary to ensure the boat s safety ADDITIONAL SAFETY EQUIPMENT A number of additional safety items are worthy of your consideration These range from safety harnesses to emergency beacons life rafts and survival suits Their use depends upon the intended use of the yacht We suggest you investig...

Page 11: ...acksaw with spare blades SPARE PARTS A basic kit should consist of the following Standing and Running Rigging Turnbuckles monel seizing wire clevis and cotter pins blocks extra line rigging tape duct tape Fasteners Assortment of stainless steel screws nuts bolts and washers Hose clamps Electrical Electrical tape wire crimps on lugs spare navigation light bulbs Lubricating supplies WD 40 and silico...

Page 12: ...nd or alcohol Do not venture out in weather or sea conditions beyond the skill or experience of the operator There are Warning and Caution statements affixed to your Beneteau These are detailed below with location FUEL WARNING LABEL Affixed to the fuel tank Beneteau Part 00001027 SHORE POWER LABEL At the 110V distribution panel Beneteau Part 00001028 ...

Page 13: ...BENETEAU 331 Page 13 of 73 Jan 10 2003 rev 02 PROPANE LABELS At the propane stove affixed to the bulkhead in the galley Beneteau Part 00001021 Beneteau Part 00001026 ...

Page 14: ...BENETEAU 331 Page 14 of 73 Jan 10 2003 rev 02 In the propane locker affixed under the propane locker lid Beneteau Part 00001024 On or next to the LP Gas Line Beneteau Part 00001030 ...

Page 15: ...NG LABEL Located on the transom Beneteau Part 00001022 HIGH VOLTAGE WARNING LABEL Located beside the 110v electric panel Beneteau Part 00001034 TRANSOM DOOR WARNING LABEL Located on or next to the helmsman s seat Not applicable on all models Beneteau Part 00001031 ...

Page 16: ...Beneteau Part 00001023 LIFTING SLING LOCATION ARROWS LABEL Located at or near the hull to deck joint Beneteau Part 00001033 ANTI FREEZE CAUTION TAG Tied to the breaker for the water Beneteau Part 00001038 CAUTION BOAT SHIPPED FROM FACTORY WITH ANTIFREEZE IN WATER SYSTEM CONSUMPTION OF ANTIFREEZE MAY CAUSE ILLNESS SYSTEM MUST BE THOROUGHLY FLUSHED SEVERAL TIMES TO REMOVE ANTIFREEZE BEFORE USE Benet...

Page 17: ...BENETEAU 331 Page 17 of 73 Jan 10 2003 rev 02 VIII FEDERAL STATE REGULATIONS DISCHARGE OF OIL Located under the sail locker lid Beneteau Part 00001007 ...

Page 18: ...cker lid Beneteau Part 00001025 MARINE SANITATION Your Beneteau is equipped with an USCG approved marine head and holding tank By law you must use a holding tank in all U S waters Check with local authorities for regional laws governing your area before selecting the overboard discharge option ...

Page 19: ...ore forms please call the U S Coast Guard Boating Safety Hotline at 800 368 5647 NATIONAL VESSEL DOCUMENTATION CENTER 2039 STONEWALL JACKSON DR FALLING WATERS WV 25419 TOLL FREE 1 800 799 8362 PHONE 304 271 2400 FAX 304 271 2405 RENDERING ASSISTANCE United States Code Title 46 The owner or operator of a vessel is required by law to render assistance to any individual or vessel in distress so long ...

Page 20: ... recommissionings that may be required after periods of wet or dry storage The lists are of a general nature and do not attempt to provide step by step instructions The following is a list of minimum commissioning duties Additional operations may be required dependent upon the model equipment PRIOR TO LAUNCH _____ All accessories options supplied per shipping list and boat order _____ Check hull a...

Page 21: ...T FOR LEAKS WITH AN OPEN FLAME WIPE EACH JOINT WITH A SOAPY SOLUTION AND LOOK FOR BUBBLES ENGINE START UP _____ Check transmission for proper fluid and proper level _____ Check crankcase dipstick for proper fluid and proper level _____ Check shift and throttle cables for proper adjustment and secure end fittings _____ Engine alarms work when key is on _____ Open engine water intake _____ Start eng...

Page 22: ...nbuckles lubricated _____ Attach standing rigging to chain plates _____ Chock mast partner and seal mast boot on keel stepped masts _____ All mast wiring connected _____ Preliminary tune spar straight shrouds proper tension _____ Run reefing lines and halyards _____ All cotter pins in place on turnbuckles and opened _____ Run main sheets and attach topping lift _____ Tape chain plates and cotter p...

Page 23: ...p to and including 4 m may be experienced Category C INSHORE Designed for voyages in coastal waters large bays estuaries lakes and rivers where conditions up to and including wind force 6 and significant wave heights up to and including 2 m may be experienced Category D SHELTERED WATERS Designed for voyages on small lakes rivers and canals where conditions up to and including wind force 4 and sign...

Page 24: ...t Additional Water Tank 140 309 140 309 140 309 140 309 Holding Tank 50 110 50 110 50 110 50 110 Air Conditioning 80 176 80 176 80 176 80 176 Auto Pilot Gear 20 44 20 44 20 44 20 44 Spinnaker Rigging 10 22 10 22 10 22 10 22 Microwave Oven 5 11 5 11 5 11 5 11 Roof Sprayhood 20 44 20 44 20 44 20 44 Bimini Top 20 44 20 44 20 44 20 44 Fridge 20 44 20 44 20 44 20 44 SUB TOTAL Optional Equipment 365 804...

Page 25: ...BENETEAU 331 Page 25 of 73 Jan 10 2003 rev 02 XI INTERIOR LAYOUT 3 CABIN VERSION 2 CABIN VERSION ...

Page 26: ...BENETEAU 331 Page 26 of 73 Jan 10 2003 rev 02 EXIT IN CASE OF FIRE 135Ø KG SP EED DEP TH LO G M ETR ES KN O T S S H I PM A TE 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 0 1 6 E P O N ...

Page 27: ... position as soon as you are on board Make sure that the hatches and portholes are closed before you put out to sea In case of rough sea close the boat with the sliding hatch and weatherboards so that no water may come into the boat Check that nothing blocks up the cockpit drain holes these holes should never be sealed 1 Recommended location of the life raft 2 Water tank deck fill 3 Waste tank pum...

Page 28: ...12 50 m I 12 50 m Total 52 22 m2 57 30 m2 J 3 76 m J 3 76 m Mainsail 20 92 m2 26 00 m2 P 10 40 m P 10 54 m Genoa 140 31 30 m2 31 30 m2 E 4 28 m E 4 35 m Specifications of the Standing Rigging V VERTICAL D DIAGONAL REF CABLE Dia mm Dia In 1 V1D2 Cap Shroud 7 9 32 2 D1 AFT Aft Lower Shroud 8 5 16 3 Forestay 7 9 32 4 Babystay 6 7 32 5 Double Backstay 5 3 16 P P J E Q 1 5 3 4 2 ...

Page 29: ...VABLE EYE MARINE EYE SWAGE WITH HOLE FOR 1 mm PIN STAINLESS STEEL WIRE 1X19 JAW AND JAW TOGGLE J2001616 REMOVABLE EYE SWAGE WITH 12mm HOLE BABYSTAY 2 3 OPEN 00 0 00 BACKSTAY TWIN S 0000 2 3 OPEN 1 2 STUD SWAGE SWS 16 TURNBUCKLE BODY TBB ACMO 1 2 THREADED STEMBALL 030602 09 O16 STEMBALL SWAGE STAINLESS STEEL WIRE 1X19 SB BACKING SHELL NO CUP WASHER 0000 2 3 OPEN 1 2 STUD SWAGE SWS 16 TURNBUCKLE BOD...

Page 30: ...Webbing Loop Clew Detail 40mm ext ring with Leather Leech Cleat 241 Alum Cleat Foot Cleat 2 1 eyelets at tack Foot Leech Single fold hotknifed 25mm tabling U V Cover Yes Starboard white Foil Tape NP 5 Trim Stripes 2 3 8 x 2 green TT Window Yes 9 window Tell tails 3 sets Bag Type Drawstring type B Seams 2 rows blue V 92 Furling System Ref Beneteau Drawing 08029020 Drawing Information Drawing Name 3...

Page 31: ...g with webbing Luff tape NPS 6 Foil Tape Leech foot 25mm double tabling Tell Tale Yes 3 at leech Trim stripes Yes 3 8 by 2 in green Leech Cleat 241 Alum cleat Bag Type Drawstring type B Seam V 92 Blue 2 rows 3 step U V Cover Yes clew only both sides White UV Mast Section Z Spar Z500E Boom Section Z Spar Z360E Tack and Clew Cutback Details A B C D E F G Drawing Information Drawn By Bob Date 11 10 9...

Page 32: ...PG 20 ring Logos 2 bullseyes Battens 4 x 30mm flat Ben Part 0807 0026 Bat Lengths 1 770 2 1500 3 2200 4 3000 5 n a Trim stripes 2 x 3 8 green stripes Tell Tale 4 1 at each batten Leech Cleat 241 Alum With snubbing eyes Luff eyes 13 3 eyelets Luff Tape 4 with 8mm rope Insignia Yes Leech Line 4mm Dacron line Sail Ties Yes 3 x 2 4 mt ties Reef Cleat 2 x 241 Alum Bag Type Drawstring type B Reef Hts Re...

Page 33: ...1 Top section folded over to accept a 11mm round batten 2 Top sewn to seam See detail 3 Openings for line notched in as shown 4 Front flaps to fold inside bag while sailing It issecured with small Velcro tab to keep them tidy in the interior of bag 5 Web loops and buckle at fore and aft ends for tensioning these should be sewn on the inside of the bag 6 aft end of batten pockets both sides sewn cl...

Page 34: ...03 877 7014 Drawing Name Lazy Jack lines Date Drawn by 7 15 96 Bob Pattison Revision Scale Not to Scale 1 A File Name b382line ged TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION SHEET Beneteau 331 lazy jack lines Material List for BOTH SIDES 4 30mm rings 44mts of 6mm line Lines will be tied around round batten stock that is exposed in cutouts 10000mm 6500mm 5500mm ...

Page 35: ...ENNEKER 1 Foreguy 2 Spinnaker Whisker pole topping lift 3 Spinnaker Genneker Halyard 4 Mainsheet 5 RF Main Outhaul 6 RF Main Inhaul 7 Main Halyard Genoa Halyard on starboard side of the mast made off with clamcleat stowed on a general purpose cleat Main Boom Topping Lift on a general purpose cleat Vang cleated on solid vang 6 7 1 2 3 4 5 ...

Page 36: ...1 Foreguy 2 Spinnaker Whisker pole topping lift 3 Spinnaker Genneker Halyard 4 Mainsheet 5 Reef 1 6 Reef 2 7 Main Halyard Genoa Halyard on starboard side of the mast made off with clamcleat stowed on a general purpose cleat Main Boom Topping Lift on a general purpose cleat Vang cleated on solid vang Outhaul cleated on boom 6 7 1 2 3 4 5 ...

Page 37: ...BENETEAU 331 Page 37 of 73 Jan 10 2003 rev 02 MAINSAIL TACKLE AND REEFING SYSTEM MAINSAIL TACKLE REEFING LINE CIRCUIT Reef n 1 Reef n 2 ...

Page 38: ...em is pressurized by an electric pump Between the water tank and the pump is a filter It is necessary to check and clean this filter regularly Never run an electric pump when the tank is empty It may burn out the pump To prevent any over pressure in the system during filling never force the filling nozzle deep down the filler pipe and keep an eye on the vent hole s through which the excess water w...

Page 39: ...BENETEAU 331 Page 39 of 73 Jan 10 2003 rev 02 LAY OUT OF THE FRESH WATER SYSTEM 8 7 6 Under Sink in Head 1 4 5 15 13 16 8 7 6 14 10 1 4 5 15 13 16 8 7 6 14 10 ...

Page 40: ...x Drain Pump 11 Icebox Drain Hose 12 Shower Drain Hose 13 Icebox Shower Discharge Hose Make sure the bilge pump system is in good working order before you put out to sea Acquaint yourself with the way the bilge pump system of your boat works Locate the manual bilge pump and the handle Locate the on switch of the electric bilge pump and get to know how the seacocks work for the boats fitted with an...

Page 41: ...331 Page 41 of 73 Jan 10 2003 rev 02 LAY OUT OF THE BILGE PUMP SYSTEM 2 1 1 2 4 5 6 7 8 3 9 10 13 12 11 1 2 4 5 6 7 8 3 9 10 13 12 11 Under Sink in Head 10 9 From shower drain Out to thru hull From icebox drain ...

Page 42: ...e Make sure that all seacocks which are not used are closed before you put out to sea Opening and closing of the seacocks Open Closed REF DESCRIPTION 1 Head Discharge 2 Head Intake 3 Washbasin Discharge 4 Shower Icebox Discharge 5 Sink Discharge 6 Stern Tube Cooling Intake Valve 8 Engine Cooling Water Intake 9 Speed Log Depth Sounder Thruhulls Operation of three way valve for toilets B C A C CLOSE...

Page 43: ...BENETEAU 331 Page 43 of 73 Jan 10 2003 rev 02 SEACOCK AND THRU HULL LAY OUT 3 2 1 6 8 5 5 9 3 2 1 6 8 5 5 9 4 4 ...

Page 44: ...ad Never fit or replace the electric materials or appliances with components which exceed the system amperage 110V 220V Electric System Boats are fitted with a 110V 60Hz or a 220V 50Hz system some as standard others as an option depending on the models We advise you to follow these steps in order to avoid the risk of electric shock and fire Do not work on a live fitting Connect the boat shore supp...

Page 45: ...h Water Pump 10 Bilge Pump 10 Refrigeration 10 Gas Valve 5 Shower Pump 10 Instruments 5 Spare qty 3 10 110V battery charger 1 2 3 GENERAL BATT 2 BATT 1 Fus 100A Fus 100A OFF ON DC VOLTS 8 16 10A BATTERY CONDITION BATTERY TEST BENETEAU NAV LTS ANCHOR LT STEAMING LT DECK LIGHT REFRIG 5A 10A 10A 5A 10A 5A FRESH WATER PUMP BILGE PUMP GAS VALVE SHOWER PUMP INSTRUMENTS 15A 10A 10A 10A 10A CABIN LIGHTS S...

Page 46: ...Reading Light Cabin Lights 35 Reading Light Cabin Lights 36 Reading Light Cabin Lights 37 Ceiling Light Cabin Lights 38 Ceiling Light Cabin Lights 39 Reading Light Cabin Lights 41 Ceiling Light Cabin Lights 42 Fluorescent Light Cabin Lights 43 Ceiling Light Cabin Lights 44 Ceiling Light Cabin Lights 45 Ceiling Light Cabin Lights 46 Fluorescent Light Cabin Lights 47 Reading Light Cabin Lights 48 Re...

Page 47: ...T AND APPLIANCE LAY OUT 30 10 1 43 44 41 45 37 34 33 38 42 10 1 30 43 44 41 45 37 34 35 36 39 38 31 32 49 48 47 42 31 32 49 48 47 46 46 I I I I I 9 11 60 9 11 60 16 14 16 14 13 13 CEILING LIGHT WITH SWITCH CEILING LIGHT WITHOUT SWITCH READING LIGHT SWITCH ...

Page 48: ...EAU 331 Page 48 of 73 Jan 10 2003 rev 02 LOCATION OF 110 220V SOCKETS AND APPLIANCES REF DESCRIPTION 1 Shore Power Inlet 2 Battery Charger 3 110 220V Outlet 4 Water Heater 1 2 3 4 4 3 3 3 3 1 2 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 ...

Page 49: ... aft cabin Aft stbd reading light 38 Stbd aft cabin Fwd stbd reading light N 33 looped 15 92 45 16x2 Bathroom ceiling light 41 Chart table ceiling light N 46 looped 46 Bathroom sink light N 46 looped 17 12 R B 49 Stbd aft salon reading light 6 28 48 Stbd fwd salon reading light 6 18 193 Fwd stbd salon Fan 6 38 272 Stbd salon speaker 16x2 R B 6 48 Not by the panel 44 Stbd salon ceiling light 43 Por...

Page 50: ... DATE 10 1 99 TOL GEN VISA BENETEAU USA P O Drawer 1218 Marion SC 29571 803 423 4201 THIS DOCUMENT IS PROPRIETARY AND REPRODUCTIONS MUST BE AUTHORIZED BY BENETEAU DRAWN BY BENETEAU SPECIFIED AND DESIGNED BY PRODUCT MANUFACTURER Part No R DESCRIPTION DATE DIMENSION Material FH8 DRAWING ...

Page 51: ...o BSW1 Propane solenoid Refrigeration Fresh water system Fuel gauge Float switch Submersible bilge pump Constant power for Bilge pump Main 12v Engine battery test 16 R 14x2 992 8x2 R B 145 14x1 R R B 16x2 R B 16x2 R 14x1 27 165 991 8x1 R 16x2 R B T1 16x1 R 99 6x2 R B 144 14x2 R B 143 14x1 R 11 10x2 R B 142 14x2 R B 97 17 13 14x2 24 R B 16x2 3 50 Separate from harness R B 10 75 5 40 5 40 10 75 16 7...

Page 52: ... TOL GEN VISA BENETEAU USA P O Drawer 1218 Marion SC 29571 803 423 4201 THIS DOCUMENT IS PROPRIETARY AND REPRODUCTIONS MUST BE AUTHORIZED BY BENETEAU DRAWN BY BENETEAU SPECIFIED AND DESIGNED BY PRODUCT MANUFACTURER Part No R DESCRIPTION DATE DIMENSION Material FH8 DRAWING 24 24 99 11 97 16 i16 13 14 31 32 32 31 165 165 16 24 97 11 13 14 ...

Page 53: ... REF DESCRIPTION 1 Extra Conduit from Starboard side to Port side 2 Conduit 12V Panel to Transom 3 Conduit from Panel to Mast 4 Conduit From Panel to Fwd Cabin 5 Conduit from Pump House to Galley Passage in the hull liner Passage in the deck liner 1 1 2 3 4 5 1 1 2 3 4 5 ...

Page 54: ...urners have gone out by accident although appliance models cut off the gas automatically if the flames go out turn off the gas valves and ventilate the boat in order to get rid of any residual gas Find the cause of the problem before re lighting the appliance Do not use cooking appliances to heat the inside of the boat Make sure that the burner valves are turned off before you turn on the 12V sole...

Page 55: ...AU 331 Page 55 of 73 Jan 10 2003 rev 02 LAY OUT OF THE GAS SYSTEM REF DESCRIPTION 1 Gas Locker 2 Valve and Regulator 3 Gas Locker Ventilation 12V Solenoid Regulator Pressure Gauge Valve on Bottle 2 1 3 2 1 3 ...

Page 56: ...ck at least once a year that the steering cables are properly tightened and lubricated To use the emergency tiller remove the access cover insert the tiller into the socket on the rudderstock You may remove the steering wheel while using the tiller to improve the tiller handle clearance REF DESCRIPTION 1 Emergency Tiller 2 Cap to Get to the Rudder Stock 3 Rudder Stock 4 Steering Cable 5 Quadrant 6...

Page 57: ...so you will be able to put out a fire breaking out in the engine compartment REF DESCRIPTION REF DESCRIPTION 1 Engine Ventilation Cowl 16 Propeller 2 Engine Ventilation Hose 17 Exhaust Hose 3 Anti Siphon Valve 18 Hatch to the Engine 4 Removable Companionway Stair 19 Battery Switches 5 Fire Extinguisher aperture 20 Intake Strainer 6 House Battery 21 Engine Panel 7 Engine 22 Skeg 8 Coupling Plate 23...

Page 58: ...BENETEAU 331 Page 58 of 73 Jan 10 2003 rev 02 ENGINE LAY OUT 02 01 03 04 05 06 07 03 09 09 29 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 19 18 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 10 08 30 ...

Page 59: ...U dealer for maintenance and repair of your boat The dealer will advise properly or will supply you with the spare parts you need or the materials that are suited to your boat Have your boat hauled serviced once a year POSITION OF LIFTING STRAPS AND CRADLE POSITION BENETEAU 80 60 ...

Page 60: ... points to be pertinent for all FRP boats GEL COAT The gel coat is vulnerable to any nicks and scratches it may get during maneuvering in harbor and on a mooring The best way to avoid them is to undertake maneuvering calmly after thinking out all the relevant factors such as speed current wind and the layout of the harbor Always have one of the crew ready to put out a fender at the right place Whe...

Page 61: ...spots of oxidation pitting that may appear on stainless steel parts are nothing to worry about Polishing will remove them From time to time lubricate pulley blocks and sheaves turnbuckles tracks and travelers with light grease or a water repellent lubricant such as WD 40 or Triflow After a certain time at sea your winches will need cleaning inside They must be cleaned out completely once a year Fo...

Page 62: ...b it down with very fine sandpaper and touch it with several coats of the varnish Your dealer will be able to order Beneteau varnish When this is dry rub it down with a very fine wet and dry sandpaper grade 800 or 1000 and finish off with polish or a silicone spray or wax ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS It is essential for an electrical system to have a battery in sound condition to function properly The follo...

Page 63: ... clean and tight A cup full of strong baking soda solution and a toothbrush will clean corrosion from the terminals and neutralize any spilled acid do not allow any of the solution to enter the battery cells A coating of petroleum jelly or silicone grease on the battery terminals will inhibit corrosion WATER SYSTEM Check all joints regularly for leaks Keep the tank s filled If however you have to ...

Page 64: ...t all the electrical connections frequently Drain the bowl of the fuel water separator at regular intervals to lessen the chance of water damage to your engine s fuel system Keep fuel tanks filled Inspect the engine mounts and coupling for loose bolts regularly Check the oil and coolant levels everyday Check the alternator belt for the correct tension keep a spare belt on hand Check all hoses and ...

Page 65: ... you can get the job done by a professional sail maker Keep a special eye on points where the sails can chafe on the rigging or fittings turnbuckles lifelines shrouds spreaders etc Salt water and sunshine take their toll on sails Whenever possible rinse the sails in fresh water and leave them stretched out preferably on a lawn to dry Never dry a sail by hoisting it and letting it flog in the wind ...

Page 66: ...d marine growth A good boatyard is seasoned in hauling and maneuvering boats on land you may verify this by checking to see that the weight of the hull is resting firmly on the bottom of the keel and that even contact exists along the bottom of keel Jack stands or cradle uprights are meant to balance the boat and not to support its weight BOTTOM Clean the yacht s bottom of any growth as soon as th...

Page 67: ...rough Be sure to open the hot water selector valve in order to supply antifreeze to the hot water hoses and through the bypass loop 5 At this point the freshwater system should be completely protected by antifreeze against freezing to a degree indicated by the strength of the solution placed into the supply tanks 6 New boats delivered have their freshwater systems filled with antifreeze as describ...

Page 68: ...shed thru the exhaust system and only the antifreeze solution is expelled from the exhaust 4 Be sure the thru hull valve is opened after the boat is hauled FUEL SYSTEM Consult your engine manual to clean any engine mounted fuel filters Drain any water from the bottom of the fuel water separator The fuel tank should be kept full for winter storage with about 5 expansion room left at the top Empty f...

Page 69: ...nd tanks with a rag while applying a light layer of WD 40 or other lightweight protective oil INTERIOR Remove as much loose gear from the boat as possible and store in a clean dry place If cushions are left on board be sure they are dry and propped on edge to encourage ventilation Rinse and dry all floorboards and store them on their edge to encourage ventilation Leave all lockers clean and open f...

Page 70: ...to any scratches found to prevent corrosion Consult your dealer or a marine rigger if any cracking or stressing of the aluminum tube is found Check all hardware on mast carefully for signs of corrosion and check the tightness of the fastenings Masthead sheaves should show no signs of wear and should move freely Lubricate if necessary XXIV SUPPLIER INFORMATION LIST The following page lists our key ...

Page 71: ...r Air Condition P O Box 15299 Richmond VA 23227 804 746 1313 804 746 7248 Morse Control Shifter Cables 21 Clinton St Hudson OH 44236 216 653 7702 216 563 7799 Neil Pryde Sails Tim Yourieff Sails 50 Broad Street Milford CT 06460 203 874 6984 203 877 7014 www paw com sail neilpryde Perko Lights P O Box 6400 D Miami FL 33164 305 621 7525 305 620 9978 Profurl Mark Reuther Profurl 401 N E 8th Street Ft...

Page 72: ...ons in order to avoid overflowing In the harbor do not use the heads if they are not equipped with holding tanks The use of detergent contributes to the deterioration of the sea fauna and flora choose entirely biodegradable products for your cleaning operations Do not throw plastic bags overboard You love the sea just as we do therefore help us to protect it and do not pollute it ...

Page 73: ... be hauled out in order to lubricate the worm screw With the centerboard version it is possible for the boat to rest on the centerboard trunk and be balanced by the twin rudders when grounded during low tide providing that it is sitting on a firm stable bottom Or when hauled out the boat can be stored in this manner with a minimum of added support CENTERBOARD DOWN CENTERBOARD UP DOWN UP To operate...

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