BENETEAU FIRST 35, Owner'S Manual

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The instrument panel has all the testing functions of the engine and it does not require any special precaution (refer to engine
leaflet).
Check the clutch and accelerator cables (lubricate the end fittings and forks).
V
ISIBILITY F ROM THE STE E RING STATION
The international regulations to prevent collision at sea (COLREG) and the course regulations make mandatory a permanent
and proper surveillance and the respect of priority.
Make sure there is no other boat on your way.
The visibility from the steering station may be obstructed in the following conditions:
- Speed.
- Position of the upper and side awnings.
- Boat heeling over, the sails reduce visibility under wind.
- Load and load distribution.
- Sea conditions, rain, spray, fog or darkness.
- Lights on inside the boat.
- Persons and removable equipments in the helmsman's field of visibility.
P
IE CE OF ADVICE
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R
E COMME NDATION
-When the engine is running, avoid making noise
and chops near the other users.
-Respect speed limits.
-In case this boat is equipped with a fix blades
propeller, when sailing with a sailing speed over
8 knots it is essential to have the gear throttle
on the neutral position.
-To start the engine again, reduce the speed of
the boat when sailing (in order to be able to
disengage the clutch before starting it again).
P
RE CAUTION
-Do not change the propeller without specialist's
advice.
-Regularly check the anode for corrosion, at least
2 times a year.
P
IE CE OF ADVICE
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R
E COMME NDATION
-Check the whole propeller shaft several times a
year.
-Change the anode if necessary.