BENETEAU Excess 15, Owner'S Manual

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3.3.4
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In the event of rollover
Should the boat capsize:
- Break the emergency panels located in each hull with the specific hammer provided.
The hammers are located next to the panels under the port and starboard companionways.
A hammer is also located outside in the life raft compartment should external action be required
to extricate people in the boat.
ADVICE-RECOMMENDATIONS
Reduce your speed before making tight turns in order to avoid losing control.
In heavy weather conditions, close hatchways, lockers and doors in order to minimise the risk of water
infiltration;
Keep bilge water to a minimum.
3.4
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PREVENTION OF MAN OVERBOARD
The swim ladder is stationed on the starboard aft skirt; this tilts aft into the water.
Deck areas which are not considered part of the working deck, and which should not be used when sailing are hatched on the
diagram on the next page.
Regularly check the lifelines:
Regarding metal lifelines, check for the appearance of rust-spots and corrosion, particularly at connection points.
Regarding synthetic lifelines, have them changed as soon as the first signs of wear and tear appear due to chafing or UV.
The lashing at the ends of the guardrails are used to adjust guardrail tension.
The lifetime of a textile guardrail is between 5 and 7 years depending on its area of use and the boat’s navigation programme.
Check the guardrails annually in order to identify any signs of wear and tear and chafing.
Guardrails must be replaced after 7 years or if they show signs of chafing.
- Rinse the guardrails with fresh water after sailing.
- Textile guardrails can be dismounted during the boat’s wintering period in order to protect them against UV.
- Make sure that each textile guardrail is properly labelled to ensure correct repositioning during their re-mounting.
Possible impact of
chafing on a textile
guardrail (visible red
core).