BENETEAU Oceanis 321, User Manual

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10. COMMISSIONING
10.1. COMMISSIONING PROCEDURES
The first commissioning of a yacht is essentially the start of its life, and the importance of
proper commissioning procedures at this time cannot be overstated. The commissioning
procedure must be performed by Beneteau dealer personnel or those authorized by them.
The owner also needs to concern himself with items such as safety equipment, which is
considered to be his responsibility. See the Owner’s Operator’s Responsibilities section
for details.
Complete lists of the pre-launch and post-launch checks employed during commissioning
are provided in this section for those owners interested in understanding the
decommissioning procedure, as well as for future use in any recommissionings that may
be required after periods of wet or dry storage. The lists assume performance
proffessionals and do not attempt to provide step-by-step instructions. Details of your
yachts systems are available in section 13 of this manual and other manufacturers'
instructions that are provided with the yacht.
The factory installed equipment, and items of responsibility that require attention by
owner during commissioning are included in the list with the items marked with an
asterisk (*), the owner installed equipment that require attention during
commissioning are marked with a double asterisk (**).
10.2. * PRE-LAUNCH CHECKS
10.2.1. Hull Inspection
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Check topsides, decks, and all interior spaces for cleanliness and proper finish. Make
certain that all foreign matter has been removed from the bilge areas, and check the
following specific items:
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All thru-hull valves lubricated and closed, all hose clamps on all thu-hulls, shaft seals,
bilge pumps, etc are tight.
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Propeller nut, retaining washer, and zinc properly installed and tightened.
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Shaft zinc installed if applicable.
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Steering gear and rudder operational and all bolts tight.
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Cutlass bearing in place and secured.
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Anti-fouling bottom paint applied.