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ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

General information about the electrical system .......................... 44

DC installation .................................................................................. 45

AC system ......................................................................................... 53

Summary of Contents for OCEANIS 45

Page 1: ...OCEANIS 45 OWNER S MANUAL 161724 Index D ...

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Page 3: ...nt 17 Stability and buoyancy 21 Manoeuvrability 23 Safety 35 Information relating to fire risks and risks of explosion 43 Electrical system 59 Onboard comfort 69 Water systems 85 Engine 97 Steering system 103 Deck fittings 111 Handling transport 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 10 11 11 12 12 13 13 ...

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Page 5: ...anual may be optional Your BENETEAU dealer will be able to help and advise you in the use and maintenance of your boat The initial commissioning of your boat will require a lot of skill and care The proper working of all your boat s equipment is the result of the quality of the commissioning operations This is why the initial launch must be overseen by your dealer Read this Owner s Manual carefull...

Page 6: ...ise please contact your dealer If a maintenance manual is provided please use it Always use the services of an experienced professional for the maintenance of your boat for fitting accessories and for any modifications Any alterations which may affect the safety specifications of the boat must be assessed carried out and recorded by persons qualified to do so The boat manufacturer cannot be held r...

Page 7: ... NF EN ISO 10240 of February 2005 This owner s manual is written in several languages French is the authentic reference language This owner s manual was written and made up into pages by SPBI S A Any reproduction of this manual direct or indirect provisional or permanent by whatever means this may be whether in whole or in part and any modification of this manual by a third party for commercial re...

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Page 9: ...9 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS Construction 10 General dimensions 10 Engine 10 Electricity 10 Capacities 11 Sails 11 1 ...

Page 10: ...fecting the structure of the boat Overall width Bmax 4 49 m Including removable parts that can be dismantled without affecting the structure of the boat Beam Bh 4 49 m Excluding removable parts that can be dismantled without affecting the structure of the boat Air draft Empty vessel Short mast 19 35 m Air draft Empty vessel Classical mast or Roller furling mast 20 60 m Draught Boat fully laden Ver...

Page 11: ...ions 64 L in each head It may not be possible to use these capacities fully depending on the trim and load of the boat It is recommended to keep a reserve of 20 in the fuel tanks 1 6 SAILS I 17 43 m J 5 65 m P Classical mast 16 56 m P Roller furling mast 16 08 m E 5 43 m Mainsail Classical mast 51 m Mainsail Roller furling mast 44 25 m Furling genoa 49 m Asymmetrical spinnaker 152 m Code O 91 m Pl...

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Page 13: ...13 DESIGN CATEGORIES AND DISPLACEMENT Version Deep draught keel 14 Version Shallow draught keel 14 Design categories 16 2 ...

Page 14: ...lude the weight contained in the fixed tanks of liquid when full fuel water grey water black water 2 1 VERSION DEEP DRAUGHT KEEL Deep draught keel 2 2 VERSION SHALLOW DRAUGHT KEEL Shallow draught keel Design category A B C D Maximum number of people to be allowed onboard 10 11 12 12 Light displacement 10 549 kg Recommended maximum load 3 384 kg 3 294 kg 3 344 kg 3 274 kg Displacement with maximum ...

Page 15: ...ended maximum number of people onboard However many people are onboard the total combined load of people and any gear or equipment must never exceed the recommended maximum load Always use the seats or seating areas provided When loading the boat never exceed the recommended maximum load Always load the boat with care and distribute the loads in order to maintain the theoretical trim more or less ...

Page 16: ...of a significant height of less than or equal to 2 metres You may meet with such conditions in exposed inland waters in estuaries and in coastal waters with moderate weather conditions Category D In sheltered waters The boat is designed to sail in winds that may exceed Beaufort force 4 and in waves of a significant height of 0 5 metres and more Such conditions may be encountered in sheltered inlan...

Page 17: ...17 STABILITY AND BUOYANCY Stability data 18 Access to the boat 19 3 ...

Page 18: ...lity trim and its performance It is important to keep water in the bilges to a minimum The boat s stability is affected by adding to the weight of the superstructure In heavy weather it is important to close all the hatches lockers and doors to minimise the risk of water pouring in The boat s stability can be reduced when towing a boat or when using a davit or boom to lift a heavy load Breaking wa...

Page 19: ...g an access hatch may cause injury always close the hatch gently and carefully Do not allow children to open or close the hatches unsupervised It is imperative that companionway access is kept closed when at sea Close the deck hatches and portholes before each trip Close all access doors and hatches in heavy weather or when the sea is rough Keep the sea cocks discharge and drainage points closed t...

Page 20: ...20 Access to companionway Access to the crew cabin Sail locker Stability and buoyancy ...

Page 21: ...21 MANOEUVRABILITY 4 ...

Page 22: ... especially vigilant in strong gusts of wind or in a squall Take extra precautions if sailing downwind when you come round onto a beam reach as both the apparent wind and the angle of heel will increase Such changes to the point of sail must not be made at speed and you should first consider reducing sail Boat with minimal load Classical mast Roller furling mast Boat with maximum load Classical ma...

Page 23: ...Preventing man overboard situations and the means of getting someone back onboard 24 Storing the life raft 26 Securing moveable items 26 Information about the risks of flooding and about the boat s stability 27 5 ...

Page 24: ...s those areas outside where people stand or walk during normal use of the boat Regularly check the guard rails With metal guard rails watch for corrosion particularly at connecting points With synthetic guard rails change them as soon as they show signs of wear due to chafing or UV Ref 1 1 Fitting a means of climbing back onboard Ref 2 Mooring cleats which correspond to the anchor points for the l...

Page 25: ...back onboard Ref 1 Ref 2 Some types of equipment for getting back onboard have a locking device when folded up It is important to keep the means for getting back onboard deployed and ready to use once the boat is in use at anchor moored or at sea Make sure that the means for getting back onboard are readily accessible and easy to use by someone alone in the water Safety 5 ...

Page 26: ...to locate it easily 5 3 SECURING MOVEABLE ITEMS Before putting to sea carefully read the launching instructions shown on the liferaft When at sea never padlock or lock the stowage locker for the life raft Ensure that movable items are firmly secured when the boat is under way Don t store anything below the floorboards Safety ...

Page 27: ... Chain locker scupper Not 5 Water tank vent Not 6 Black water tank WC Not 7 Washbasin draining Yes 8 Engine exhaust Not 9 Generator exhaust Not 10 Drainage Air conditioning Yes 11 Drainage Air conditioning Yes 12 Draining of manual bilge pump Yes 13 Electric bilge pump draining Yes 14 Washbasin draining Yes 15 Drainage Air conditioning x3 Yes 16 Watermaker outlet Yes 17 Chain locker scupper Not Sa...

Page 28: ... Yes 6 WC evacuation to sea Yes 7 Shower draining Galley sink drain Yes 8 Galley sink drain Yes 9 Sensor Not 10 Generator earthing plate Not 11 WC evacuation to sea Yes 12 Shower draining Yes 13 Sea water intake Air conditioning Yes 14 Sea water intake Foot pump Yes 15 Sea water intake WC Yes 16 WC evacuation to sea Yes 17 Washbasin draining Yes 18 Shower draining Yes Safety ...

Page 29: ... channels The drainage channels allow the water to drain down to the lowest point in the boat where it can be discharged So it is important to allow the water to flow freely down to this lowest point of the boat which includes Regularly cleaning the lowest point of the boat and the drainage channels Safety 5 ...

Page 30: ...ence Designation Rate 1 Manual bilge pump 32 L minute 2 Manual bilge pump lever 3 Electric bilge pump 129 L minute 3 Electric bilge pump 30 L minute 4 Electric bilge pump switch 45 strokes minute If 70 stroke minute flow rate 35 L minute Safety ...

Page 31: ...e cockpit Ref 1 The bilge pump lever is located close to it Ref 2 Operation I Put the lever on the manual bilge pump II Repeatedly work the lever up and down to its fullest extent The manual bilge pump lever must remain accessible at all times Safety 5 ...

Page 32: ... only be used to discharge stagnant water at the bottom of the bilge It must not be used to pump out any oil based products petrol oil or inflammable liquids Operation I Turn on the battery switches II Open the draining valve Access Starboard cockpit locker III Switch on the bilge pump Ref 4 If the boat is equipped with an automatic bilge pump the switch has an always on position Ref 3 Ref 3 Safet...

Page 33: ...o the minimum Never store anything right at the bottom of the boat Allow bilge water to flow freely down to the lowest point of the boat Check that each bilge pump is working at regular intervals Clear the bilge pump points or strainers of any debris that could clog them If the watertight partitions which seal off the fore and aft points are fitted with valves they must be closed at all times and ...

Page 34: ...4 DIAGRAM OF THE LAYOUT DRYING OUT THE BILGE Reference Designation 34 Non return valve 35 Electric bilge pump 36 Electric bilge pump draining 37 Manual bilge pump 38 Draining of manual bilge pump Safety ...

Page 35: ...ISKS OF EXPLOSION Propulsion engines and other fuel burning equipment 36 Electrical system 36 Gas system 36 Fire prevention and fire fighting equipment 37 Emergency exits in case of fire 40 Emergency systems in case of steering gear failure 41 6 ...

Page 36: ...hapter The risks associated with other fuel burning equipment are described in the EQUIPMENT OTHER THAN FOR PROPULSION WHITH BURNS FUEL chapter The risks associated with the electrical systems are described in the ELECTRICITY chapter The risks associated with the gas system are described in the GAS chapter Information relating to fire risks and risks of explosion ...

Page 37: ... the following places The location of the portable fire extinguishers is shown by the pictogram below When in use this boat must be equipped wih a fire blanket to protect the cooking equipment and or the galley installed in the following place near the cooking equipment Location Minimum extinguishing capacity Cockpit locker 5A 34B Saloon seating 5A 34B Forward cabin closet 5A 34B Aft cabin closet ...

Page 38: ...on and use of the fire fighting equipment Location of discharge ports in engine compartment The location of evacuation routes and fire exits Notes for the attention of the boat user General points Check that the bilges are clean and frequently check that there are no fuel gas vapours or fuel leaks In the case of replacement of components of the fire fighting equipment use only the appropriate comp...

Page 39: ...a port that makes it possible to inject the extinguishing product inside without opening the usual access hatches Location of the fire extinguisher port Companionway A pictogram helps to locate it easily Information relating to fire risks and risks of explosion 6 ...

Page 40: ...s to the portable extinguishers stored in lockers Leave the boat unsupervised when cooking equipment and or heating equipment is in use Modify any of the boat s installations especially the electrical fuel or gas installations or allow unqualified personnel to proceed with modifying these installations Fill the fuel tanks or replace gas bottles while the engine is running or while cooking or heati...

Page 41: ...ency tiller The emergency tiller is designed only to be able to continue underway at a reduced speed in case of steering gear failure location of components Sector access port Ref 1 Emergency tiller Ref 2 Information relating to fire risks and risks of explosion 6 ...

Page 42: ...f steering gear failure I Unscrew the securing fitting using a winch handle Ref 1 II Fit the emergency tiller Ref 2 in the square on the rudder post Emergency tiller Tie bar Information relating to fire risks and risks of explosion ...

Page 43: ...43 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM General information about the electrical system 44 DC installation 45 AC system 53 7 ...

Page 44: ...a live electrical system modify the elecrical system of the vessel or the relevant diagrams It is important that the installation maintenance and any modifications be carried out by a technician qualified in marine electricity change or modify the strength of the safety devices protecting against power surges install or replace electrical equipment or materials with components which exceed the sys...

Page 45: ...hruster powered by its own battery bank the batteries are charged either by a load distributor or by the alternator linked to the engine when the engine is running by the battery charger if the boat has one It is imperative that when the boat is first launched a professional engineer connects the batteries Always check the condition of the batteries and charge system before putting to sea The batt...

Page 46: ...ft cabin from left to right Battery breaker positive terminal engine Battery switch common negative Battery switch service positive Turn off all battery breakers before leaving the vessel risk of complete discharging of whole battery bank Avoid touching the battery breakers when they are live Never switch off the battery breakers when the boat s engine is running risk of serious damage to the char...

Page 47: ...r 95 BAM11 n 95 A10 r 35 A11 r 35 CH10 n 16 CH20 n 16 A10 n 50 A11 n 70 A13 n 35 A13 n 35 RM r 35 CHM1 r 16 CHM2 r 16 CHS1 r 16 CHS2 r 16 RS r 35 CHEP1 r 16 CHEP2 r 16 PE1 r 35 10 10 10 10 10 10 10 10 10 10 10 10 10 10 10 10 10 10 10 10 10 10 BA4 n 50 BA4 r 50 2 1 D N 2 1 D N DC installation 7 ...

Page 48: ... Layout of the deck wiring looms DC circuit 41 43 40 45 42 46 62 64 65 67 671 271 1 673 30 33 331 302 341 311 i33 i30 92 91 989 273 274 10 60 989 453 490 i62 272 191 190 50 52 54 i402 44 451 i50 DC installation ...

Page 49: ...ontrol 220V Sockets 6 Socket 12V 7 Control Water unit 8 Control Bilge pump 9 Control Mooring light 10 Control Engine navigation light 11 Control Navigation lights 12 Test batteries 13 Alarm disabling 14 Fuel gauge 15 Water gauge 16 Multi function display 17 Electronic controls 18 Control Deck light 19 Control Refrigeration unit 20 Control Auxiliary 21 Control Interior lighting DC installation 7 ...

Page 50: ...hting 5 Shower pump 6 Shower pump 7 Motor upward and downward motion TV 8 Gas solenoid 9 Hifi 10 Socket 11 VHF 12 Bilge pump 13 Icebox drain pump 14 Options 15 Options 16 Options 17 Options 18 Options Location Starboard aft cabin Windlass circuit breaker 80A Breaker Electric platform 80A 10 10 10 10 10 10 10 10 10 10 10 10 10 10 10 10 10 10 10 VHF 1 HIFI 1 2 VHF 1 2 2 2 DC installation ...

Page 51: ...g Location Starboard aft cabin Reference Designation General fuse DC system Location Starboard aft cabin 1 Fridge 2 Windlass 3 Thruster 1 4 Thruster 2 5 Fridge 3 6 Socket 12V 10A 10A 10A 10A 10A 10A 1 2 3 4 6 5 When replacing fuses circuit breakers always ensure replacements are of the right capacity see the colour codes DC installation 7 ...

Page 52: ...ion Starboard aft cabin Reference Designation 1 Fuse Auto pilot 2 Relay box Electronic 3 Bilge ventilator relay box 4 Windlass relay 5 Relay box Thruster 6 Relay box Fridge 7 Relay box Fridge 30A 30A 30A 30A 30A 30A AC system ...

Page 53: ...nd of the boat shore supply cable hang in the water The result may be an electric field liable to hurt or kill the swimmers nearby There may be danger of electrocution if alternating current systems are incorrectly used Do not work on a live AC system To reduce the risks of electric shock and of fire Turn off the shore supply with the onboard cut off switch before connecting or disconnecting the v...

Page 54: ...hen into the socket onshore First unplug the extension cable from the socket onshore then from the AC socket on the boat Shore power socket Ref 1 Bipolar circuit breaker Ref 2 Differential circuit breaker Ref 3 On a standard boat Empty breaker box Pre positioning On a boat with AC options Breaker box for options AC system ...

Page 55: ...er 12 V DC Sc hei ber OFF 230 V AC C F 12v 128099 1 4 7 10 2 5 8 11 3 6 9 12 C M 12v 999889 1 4 7 10 2 5 8 11 3 6 9 12 3 2 1 078378 077555 1 2 3 077555 1 2 3 3 2 1 078378 220 Volts 50Hz 3 2 1 078378 077555 1 2 3 0 0 0 0 GENER ATOR POWER REVERSE POLARI TY SHORE QUAI 3 2 1 078378 077555 1 2 3 077555 1 2 3 3 2 1 078378 T 30 ma 63A 220 Volts 50Hz 3 2 1 078378 077555 1 2 3 A9 A8 C15 A16 A10 A14 A12 A15...

Page 56: ...abin Port side A22 Panel Differential switch A28 Socket galley A29 Socket galley A30 Socket galley A34 Forward starboard cabin socket A35 Socket chart table A36 Socket chart table A42 Socket chart table A46 Charger Group A50 Water maker option A62 6 way connector Electrical panel A63 12 way connector Electrical panel C4 Box trigger Pump Air conditioning Starboard option C6 Pump Air conditioning St...

Page 57: ...ost 50 of its weight Use the appropriate anodes for the cruising area fresh water magnesium anodes Sea water zinc anodes When the boat is stored at a dry dock the corrosion protection is not as effective due to oxidation of the anodes even the new anodes oxidize the surface Before returning the boat into the water clean the anodes Cleaning anodes Use sandpaper Do not use metal brushes or steel too...

Page 58: ...DC convertor The earthing plate earths this equipment The earthing plate is not an anode it must not be allowed to deteriorate If it deteriorates consult a professional immediately to determine the cause As the earthing plate is mounted across the hull below the waterline if the earthing plate deteriorates the boat is at risk of sinking Outside view Never antifoul over the earthing plates AC syste...

Page 59: ...59 ONBOARD COMFORT Electronic equipment 60 Equipment other than for propulsion which burns fuel 63 8 ...

Page 60: ...powered by direct current Control Electrical panel LEAD LINES Do not store material on top of the sensors Do not cover the sensors in antifoul when antifouling the hull Regularly clean the sensors Transducer location Inside view Outside view Onboard comfort ...

Page 61: ...ay from the gyrocompass Do not store material close to the calculator and electrical connections Control Electrical panel GPS Layout of components Ref 1 Pump Hydraulic piston Ref 2 1 Gyrocompass 2 Vessel Management Unit Location of the aerial Port cockpit Onboard comfort 8 ...

Page 62: ...unused for long periods When sailing store the protective covers inside the boat to avoid losing them The various repeater displays are back lit Regularly clean the fascias of the repeaters with fresh water Refer to the manufacturer s instructions for use and maintenance Onboard comfort ...

Page 63: ... fuel tank filling Get your fuel circuit checked regularly by a professional engineer Avoid any contact between inflammable materials and the hot sections of the engine Take all necessary precautions to avoid contact with naked flames and other hot areas Do not obstruct or modify the ventilation system Fuel stored outside the tanks jerrycans portable fuel tanks etc must be stowed on deck protected...

Page 64: ...T DIAGRAM Reference Designation 1 Fuel filter 2 Sea water filter 3 Water trap 4 Anti siphon valve 5 Differential circuit breaker 6 Generator 7 Water Gas separator 8 Seawater inlet 9 Seawater discharge 10 Outlet Onboard comfort ...

Page 65: ...f any leaks appear sea water coolant fuel exhaust gases If there is a leak stop the generator at once and get the leak repaired The generator is earthed by an earthing plate which is located under the hull see earthing plate chapter Maintenance of the generator must only be done by qualified and proficient personnel Before working on the generator it is imperative to isolate the generator s batter...

Page 66: ...portable extinguisher Extinguisher access hole Please refer to the manufacturer s instructions for using the generator Never start the generator when the climate function is already on Always turn off the air conditioning before turning off the generator Never connect the shore power to the generator danger of electric shock An extinguisher access port is provided on the generator to put out a fir...

Page 67: ...Battery 50A Battery charger Breaker Generator The control located on the equipment Fuel supply valve 1 Battery switch Positive Negative terminal see Chapter Electricity 2 Remote control 3 Switch for shore power air conditioning Fuel filter Sea water filter Onboard comfort 8 ...

Page 68: ...68 Access Starboard cockpit locker Inside view Outside view Water Gas separator 1 Seawater discharge 2 Sea water intake Onboard comfort ...

Page 69: ...WATER SYSTEMS General points 70 Using a valve 71 Fresh water filling system 72 Fresh water distribution system 74 Main plumbing equipment 75 Black water system WC 77 Waste water system 81 Water maker 83 9 ...

Page 70: ...during winterisation in particular the cockpit shower and water heater to avoid damage from freezing Clean change the filters regularly Regularly check water tightness of joints in the water system installations Check that screws and bolts are well tightened and replace them if they are worn or corroded Disconnect shore water supply before leaving the boat if fitted If the boat is sailing in tempe...

Page 71: ...pe the valve is open when the valve handle is in line with the pipe Reference Designation 1 Open valve 2 Closed valve Valves have a lifespan of approximately 5 years It is essential to have all valves on board checked by a professional every 5 years and possibly replace them Water systems 9 ...

Page 72: ...72 9 3 FRESH WATER FILLING SYSTEM Reference Designation 1 Fresh water tank 2 WATER deck filler 3 Water tank vent 5 Valves Water unit supply Water systems ...

Page 73: ...ber its position and the gauge on the electrical panel Location Forward cabin Capacity 330 L Location Starboard aft cabin Capacity 200 L Tank no 1 Forward tank Tank no 2 Aft tank Water tank direction valves Location Starboard saloon Water systems 9 ...

Page 74: ...74 9 4 FRESH WATER DISTRIBUTION SYSTEM Reference Designation 7 Water unit 13 Water heater 14 Sink mixer tap 15 Washbasin mixer tap 16 Mixer shower 17 Cockpit shower mixer tap Water systems ...

Page 75: ...e in the water system falls The water unit must only be used with the fresh water supply All other use with sea water or bilge water with oil products is prohibited The water unit is switched on at the electrical panel Make sure that the water unit is never run dry The pressure and capacity of the water unit depend on the temperature of the stored fresh water supply Location Starboard saloon 1 Wat...

Page 76: ...heater thermostat regulates the water temperature only when it is operating with electrical resistance The thermostat is pre set in the factory The mixer tap allows the temperature leaving the water heater to be adjusted Never switch on the water heater if it is not filled with water Location Starboard saloon Water heater 40 L Thermostatic mixer valve 1 Water heater 2 Thermostatic mixer valve Wate...

Page 77: ... flushing water from the toilets Close the valves after each use and above all when the boat is unattended Regularly check the valves and thru hull seacocks for proper operation and watertightness Regularly check the tightness of the flexible pipe clamps and connections Water systems 9 ...

Page 78: ...ssings etc in the toilets and black water tank will inevitably lead to blockages Faecal matter causes formation of unpleasant odours in the black water tanks to which the use of salt water for flushing the toilets also contributes Algae present in salt water also give off unpleasant odours Completely empty the black water system before leaving the vessel unattended in temperatures below freezing A...

Page 79: ...nd disinfect at the same time Before winterising flush the tank with copious amounts of fresh water filling it through the WASTE deck connection Leave at least 5 litres of fresh water mixed with a detergent additive Disinfecting Disinfect the tank once a year by filling it with a solution of Javel water 1 to 1000 Black water tank Capacity 64 L Location in each head except 2 cabins 2 heads version ...

Page 80: ... 9 6 1 Layout diagram of black water system Emptying by gravity Reference Designation 1 WC 2 Seawater intake valve 3 Thru hull seacock 4 Black water tank 5 Vent hole 6 WASTE deck connection Water systems ...

Page 81: ... when the boat is unattended Regularly check the valves and thru hull seacocks for proper operation and watertightness Regularly check the tightness of the flexible pipe clamps and connections Drainage plug hole Shower Control Draining pump for shower Control Icebox drainage see Chapter Domestic appliances Observe local regulations regarding the emptying of grey water tanks Water systems 9 ...

Page 82: ...signation 23 Sink plug hole 24 Sink drainage valve 25 Washbasin drain plug 26 Draining valve Washbasin 28 Shower plug hole 29 Draining pump for shower 30 Control Shower pump 31 Hand spray evacuation valve 32 Draining valve Cooler Water systems ...

Page 83: ...arriving directly at the reservoir of water There is no gate of slection DIAGRAM OF THE LAYOUT Reference Designation 1 Water maker 2 Membranes 3 Sea water filter 4 Sea water intake 5 Control panel 6 Watermaker outlet 7 Supply Fresh water tanks Water systems 9 ...

Page 84: ...84 LAYOUT OF COMPONENTS 1 Water maker 2 Membranes 3 Filter 4 Sea water intake 5 Control panel Watermaker outlet Ref 6 Water systems ...

Page 85: ... explosion of engines 86 Danger from moving mechanical parts 87 General points 87 Starting the engine 88 Engine water intake valve 90 Anti siphon valve 91 Fuel filter 92 Engine installation 93 Engine control 95 Access to the engine 95 Propeller 96 10 10 ...

Page 86: ...ls and the hot sections of the engine Never switch off or de energise the electric system when the engine is running Never block the access of the fuel supply valve Do not obstruct or modify the ventilation system Never turn the engine over when the boat is on land Fuel stored outside the tanks jerrycans portable fuel tanks etc must be stowed on deck protected from bad weather and mechanical damag...

Page 87: ... Don t close the fuel supply valve between each use of the engine unless for a lengthy absence Get the whole propulsion system checked at least once a year by a professional engineer See the chapter on Manoeuvrability Always start the engine with the control lever in neutral Regularly check that the O ring on the filler cap is in good condition to prevent any water ingress Keep the fuel tank as fu...

Page 88: ...pumped out with the exhaust gases as soon as you start the engine If no water runs out stop the engine immediately Check the coolant flow As soon as the engine starts the engine compartment bilge fan operates Before using the engine make sure you carefully read the handbook provided by the engine manufacturer Always start the engine with the control lever in neutral Learn how to judge the necessar...

Page 89: ... O ring on the filler cap is in good condition to prevent any water ingress The generator has its own fuel supply valve Gauge The fuel level is transmitted from the dipstick to the indicator located on the electrical panel Some of the gauges must be calibrated when you first fill the tanks please consult your dealer Deck filler Gauge Fuel tank The tanks nominal capacity cannot be fully used due to...

Page 90: ...n antifoul This valve must absolutely always be opened before starting the engine A sea water filter filters the water before it goes through the heat exchanger Regularly inspect the sea water filter and clean it if necessary Screw unscrew the cover of the filter by hand never use tools for this For lengthy absences close the engine s sea water intake valve Sea water intake Sea water filter Locati...

Page 91: ...i siphon valve If so you need to clean the anti siphon valve dismantle the water collector at the top of the anti siphon valve then clean the valve with fresh water to remove any impurities Then do the reverse procedure to refit the cleaned component taking care not to refit the valve the wrong way round This simple preventative maintenance procedure of the anti siphon valve is recommended to be c...

Page 92: ...ilter is an integral part of the engine its role is to filter fuel very finely Please refer to the engine manufacturer s notes for any maintenance and for the frequency of filter changes The second filter is on the pipe that links the tank to the engine it plays the role of a water decanter and prefilter Maintenance Purge the impurities by unscrewing the screw located at the base of the decanting ...

Page 93: ...93 10 8 ENGINE INSTALLATION Engine installation Dock and Go Sail Drive engine installation Engine 10 10 ...

Page 94: ... inlet 2 Deck filler Tank standard 3 Auxiliary fuel tank 4 Instrument panel Motor 5 Joystick Dock and Go 6 Control Reverser 7 Tank standard 8 Diesel filter 9 Service battery 10 Engine battery 11 Hot air extraction 12 Motor 13 Deck filler Tank Options 14 Battery switch Engine ...

Page 95: ...and keep it running well Read the manufacturer s notes on use and maintenance of the engine 10 10 ACCESS TO THE ENGINE The access to the engine is via Side hatches the companionway All access hatches to the engine absolutely must be kept shut when at sea 1 Engine instrument panel 2 Engine control lever Engine 10 10 ...

Page 96: ...eller efficiency will drop if the propeller blades are damaged in any way or dirty regularly clean the blades carefully During a lift out check the propellor it should turn freely on its axis and there should be no play Pitch of the propeller to the left Respect speed limits If this boat is equipped with a fixed blade propeller when sailing at speeds over 8 knots it is essential to leave the rever...

Page 97: ...97 STEERING SYSTEM General points 98 Layout diagram 99 Bow thruster 100 11 11 ...

Page 98: ...ables and the tightness of the steering components If need be adjust the tension of the steering cables Don t tighten the steering cables excessively When properly adjusted the steering should work smoothly with no play at all and no stiffness in the tiller or wheel consult your dealer Regularly grease the chains and pinions Do not grease the steering cables or the pulleys Maintain the nylon ertal...

Page 99: ... Rudder port tube 8 Flange Bichromatic 9 Emergency tiller 10 Access hatch to emergency tiller 11 Pin 12 Sector 13 Lower stainless steel fret 14 Sector stopper 15 Rubber stop 16 Steering wheel 17 Column Steering 18 Column Steering with brake 19 Line 20 Chain 21 Panel Sheave 22 Piston Tiller 23 Mount Piston 24 Axis cylinder 25 Pilot angle indicator support Steering system 11 11 ...

Page 100: ...cuit negative is connected to the boat s general negative The bow thruster motor must operate with the boat s engine running A control panel is located in the cockpit To switch the bow thruster motor on or off press and hold in the red and green button simultaneously for several seconds When the bow thruster motor is not in use switch off the electrical supply both to the control panel and to the ...

Page 101: ...plying a primer antifoul the housing and the propellers Location Forward cabin Control Cockpit 1 Battery 2x50A 2 Fuse 3 Motor 4 Positive battery isolator switch Anode Nozzle Refer to the manufacturer s instructions for use and maintenance Never run the motor when the propeller is out of the water In the case of dual control be careful to use just one control at a time The motor must not run for lo...

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Page 103: ...103 DECK FITTINGS General points 104 Berthing anchoring towing 105 Main elements of the chain locker 106 Electric windlass 107 12 12 ...

Page 104: ...sh water Use a polish paste for thin scratches Consult your dealer concerning deep scratches 12 1 3 STAINLESS STEEL Stainless steel is an alloy of iron and carbon steel with the addition of chromium This chromium provokes the formation of a protective film which separates the steel from the atmosphere outside This coating is usually invisible as it s so thin So in spite of its name this steel is n...

Page 105: ...int Note Measurements are expressed in kN If non metal anchor points are installed on the boat their limited lifespan must be taken into account They must be replaced as soon as they show signs of deterioration visible surface cracks or permanent deformation Note black components are less sensitive to UV radiation than light coloured ones Pass warps through the fairleads provided for this purpose ...

Page 106: ...s tow or be towed at low speed Never exceed the maximum speed of a displacement hull during a tow Be particularly vigilant when the end of a towing cable is being thrown or received risk of the end becoming caught in the propeller A towing cable must always be secured in such a way that it can be released under load Do not try to stop the boat by using a boathook or your foot hand or any other par...

Page 107: ...th of chain let out Operation Before lowering the anchor make sure that the chain or anchor rode is securely attached to the clinch Activate the circuit breaker then use the control to start the windlass When at sea secure the chain or anchor rode to secure points such as the chain stopper or the anchor rode to the belaying cleat the windlass must not be used as the only method of securing the cha...

Page 108: ...ce provided for this to release the chain grab Then let the chain run out using the handle to control its speed as it runs The handle serves only to release the chain grab in order to lower the anchor manually should the electric windlass break down The handle cannot be used to raise the anchor manually Before anchoring check the depth of water the power of the current and the nature of the sea be...

Page 109: ...109 LAYOUT DIAGRAM CHAIN METER Control Cockpit Reference Designation 1 Remote control for the windlass 2 Service batteries 3 Operation relay 4 Windlass 5 Breaker 6 Chain meter Deck fittings 12 12 ...

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Page 111: ...111 HANDLING TRANSPORT Lifting plan 112 Lifting 113 Upper limit of antifoul 114 Launch Lift out 115 13 13 ...

Page 112: ...112 13 1 LIFTING PLAN Note Measurements are expressed in mm The position of the lifting slings is shown in the pictogram below Handling transport ...

Page 113: ...g antifouling requires high pressure washing Ensure the water temperature does not exceed 15 degrees The water pressure must not exceed 150 bars The distance between the hose nozzle and the hull must not be less than 10 centimetres The wet surface area of the boat is about 46 m Before applying the antifoul NEVER Do any sandblasting Use any other solvents than ethylic alcohol Use detergents under p...

Page 114: ...114 13 3 UPPER LIMIT OF ANTIFOUL The boat s hull has a shallow indent moulded along its length the upper marking corresponds to the upper limit of antifoul on the hull Handling transport ...

Page 115: ...the sea water strainers Check the anodes see Chapter Electricity Check the propeller see Chapter Steering Prepare enough fenders and lines Check the engine s sea water intake valve and the fuel feed valve see Chapter Engine Do not remain onboard or beneath the boat during the handling operations Before any handling make sure that the gear lever is in the forward position Dock and Go version When p...

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