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2021 Owner’s Manual Navigator26 

 

   

BRIG ltd 

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OWNER’S   MANUAL 

 

RIGID INFLATABLE BOAT 

 
 

SERIE:    

 

NAVIGATOR

 

 

MODEL:  

 

 

Navigator 26

 

 

2384N.01 

Design Category: C 

Directive 2013/53/EU 

 
 

Summary of Contents for NAVIGATOR 26

Page 1: ...2021 Owner s Manual Navigator26 BRIG ltd 1 OWNER S MANUAL RIGID INFLATABLE BOAT SERIE NAVIGATOR MODEL Navigator 26 2384N 01 Design Category C Directive 2013 53 EU...

Page 2: ...STEERING CONSOLE 20 DRIVER S SEAT and CUSHIONS 22 FUEL SYSTEM 25 DRAIN SYSTEM 28 FRESH WATER SYSTEM SHOWER 30 RAW WATER SYSTEM 31 AERATOR 33 TOWING 35 MOORING 37 ANCHORING 41 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM 41 SWI...

Page 3: ...lp you to operate your craft with safety and pleasure It contains details of the craft the equipment supplied or fitted its systems and information on their operation Please read it carefully and fami...

Page 4: ...sel is equipped with a liferaft carefully read the operating instructions On board the vessel there should be appropriate security equipment depending on the type of vessel the features of its use and...

Page 5: ...al conditions such as hurricanes are excluded Such conditions may be encountered on extended voyages for example across oceans or inshore when unsheltered from the wind and waves for several hundred n...

Page 6: ...ORT Wind Scale and Corresponding State of the Sea Beaufort Number Denomination Wind speed in Knots Wind speed in m sec State of the sea Significant wave height in meters 0 Calm 1 0 0 2 Calm 0 1 Light...

Page 7: ...plate Installed on the hull of the boat near the stern seat 1 Manufacturer s name and contact address of the manufacturer 2 Model name 3 Maximum recommended load including mass of the persons and car...

Page 8: ...including persons engine s gear when the fuel and water tanks are full 3 Maximum engine s power 4 Model name 5 Nominal pressure for each inflatable buoyancy chambers Plate with identification number...

Page 9: ...gine Recommended engine power 300 HP 224kW Maximum engine s power 400HP 298kW Maximum engine s weight including controls and batteries 565 kg Engine s shaft length 1 x 25 or 2 x 20 Weight parameters W...

Page 10: ...0 Consumables fresh water at the maximal tank capacity 45 Alimentation additional equipment and load if applicable 75 Optional equipment T Top Arch 100 Life rafts 75 Maximum total load ML 1520 Loaded...

Page 11: ...surements indicated have a tolerance of 3 The length of the boat with the motor is shown conditionally It can vary depending on the angle of the motor deflection Length without engine A 7 98m Length w...

Page 12: ...2021 Owner s Manual Navigator26 BRIG ltd 12 BOAT GENERAL VIEW On the Fig 2 you can see the maximum installed equipment for the Navigator26 which may differ from the configuration of your boat Fig 2...

Page 13: ...ass 15 rigid hull 16 anchor compartment 17 bow locker 18 bow deck locker 19 handles 20 steering console 21 inflate valves 22 fuel tank 23 side plates on the tube 24 fresh water tank 25 deck locker 26...

Page 14: ...tting in the designated seating area On the picture Fig 3 you can see the recommended location of the crew onboard All persons should always use the handholds to avoid falling overboard Fig 3 Person i...

Page 15: ...ed locks can result in personal injury and or damage to the seats Never exceed the crew limit Always check the correct and safe accommodation of persons onboard Reduce speed when persons are sitting o...

Page 16: ...n upper position Fill the tube with air using the pump from the complete set First fill two rear compartments next two middle compartments However do not increase the pressure up to its nominal value...

Page 17: ...ng or navigating near rocky shores Tube can be damaged with sharp objects Always have on board the means for repairing the punctures and small cuts of the tube SERVICING The buoyancy tube needs minima...

Page 18: ...nnectors 8 outer neck for fuel fill and fuel tank vent 9 ventilation hole of the inner console compartment 10 steering wheel engine remote control 11 handrail 12 navigation lights 13 footstep 14 glove...

Page 19: ...ns immediately rinse the windscreen with clean water using a soft sponge The windshield is made of acrylic plastic Wash the windscreen with clean water or use only certified detergents Chips and or cr...

Page 20: ...r seat compartment 3 front seats bolster 4 backrest 5 handhold 6 ventilation hole of the inner seat compartment 7 rear hatch 8 lock of the rear hatch 9 ventilation of the fuel tank compartment 10 vent...

Page 21: ...in from stowing wet towels all weather gear swimsuits etc inside the boat Cabinets and lockers should be opened if possible to aid in air circulation To avoid premature aging use only approved cleaner...

Page 22: ...e fuel tank compartment 7 built in fuel tank 340L 89gal 8 fuel hose with inner diameter 38mm 1 1 2 refueling fuel tank 9 fuel sensor 10 fuel filter 11 fuel hose with inner diameter 9 5mm 3 8 from fuel...

Page 23: ...y expand and escape through the vent line Therefore never fill the fuel tank to 100 of its capacity We recommend filling the tank with a maximum of 300 liters 80gal Be sure to tighten the fuel fill ca...

Page 24: ...f the fuel system may only be performed by authorized representatives Avoid any fuel spillage on the boat or in the sea Do not smoke when refueling Stop the engine and switch off any electric equipmen...

Page 25: ...ndent systems cockpit drain system Pos 1 3 4 system for draining water from the boat s hold Pos 5 6 7 9 Fig 8 1 cockpit drain sockets 2 stern seats removable lockers 3 stern drain sockets with flexibl...

Page 26: ...t hoses 4 cockpit drain sockets 1 and stern drain sockets with flexible diaphragm 3 There should be no damage cracks scuffs water leakage into the boat s hold Clean up debris and dirt if necessary Sys...

Page 27: ...heavy objects on the drain hoses It will be cause of bucking distortions and damages Do not obstruct cockpit drain sockets at any time Do not dispose bulky objects in front of the cockpit drain socket...

Page 28: ...4 water purification filter 5 shower handset with push button control and shower hose 6 neck for water fill 7 nozzle and hose for ventilation of the water tank Fig 9 How to operate with fresh water sy...

Page 29: ...flow as long as you hold down the button 5 Put the shower handset back in the container after use 6 On the panel with switches see steering console Fig 5 turn off the switch SHOWER PUMP When the swit...

Page 30: ...eawater intake faucet 3 water purification filter 4 shower handset with push button control and shower hose 5 pump switch How to operate with raw water system Do not use the raw water system if there...

Page 31: ...There should be no seawater leaks into the boat s hold Open and close the faucet several times to make sure it works Wash or replace the filter if necessary 3 There should be no water leakage from th...

Page 32: ...hose 7 aerator pump 8 water drain faucet 9 drain nozzle with drain hose How to operate with aerator Open the aft seat hatch 1 Fill the built in water tank 2 with seawater is not more than 2 3 of its v...

Page 33: ...n nozzle with drain hose There should be no water leakage into the boat hull Water leakage into the boat hull can cause the boat to flood Water on freezing can damage the aerator system Water from aer...

Page 34: ...ive strong point Fig 12 1 U bolt 2 towing rope 3 quickly disconnecting hook Fig 13 1 spring locking ring 2 water ski towing rope 3 quickly disconnecting hook Water ski towing Spring locking ring is in...

Page 35: ...SPRING LOCKING RING SHALL NOT BE USED FOR PULLING PARASAILING OR ANY OTHER EQUIPMENT NOT APPROVED THIS SPRING LOCKING RING SHALL NOT BE USED TO PULL INFLATABLE WATER SPORTS TOYS OF ANY KIND NEVER LET...

Page 36: ...er and length Cleats for mooring are designed for a maximum horizontal load of 19kN The breaking strength of rope shall in general not exceed 80 of the breaking strength of the respective strong point...

Page 37: ...steering console dashboard 10 anchor compartment hatch Fig 15 HOW TO OPERATE WITH ANCHOR SYSTEM Before beginning to operate with anchor system carefully study the owner s manual for electric windlass...

Page 38: ...roller stop windlass electric motor in order to make sure that the anchor is not swinging and have occupied correct position CHECK THAT THE ANCHOR OCCUPIED CORRECT POSITION Fig 16 7 Continue to stow t...

Page 39: ...are not drifting Strong point of anchor system is designed for a maximum horizontal load of 26kN The breaking strength of anchor line shall in general not exceed 80 of the breaking strength of the res...

Page 40: ...s will prevent accidental dropping of the anchor Do not use the anchor system for any other purpose for which it was not designed Always turn off the windlass circuit breaker when the windlass is not...

Page 41: ...e 1 panel with switches a horn b navigation lights red and green c anchor light white all round d shower pump fresh water e f bilge pump 1 auto and manual mode g h bilge pump 2 auto and manual mode i...

Page 42: ...e can be used to power accessories with the correct adapters to charge phones and tablets MAIN SWITCHES In the Fig 18 you see main switches panels for two or for three batteries depending on the confi...

Page 43: ...use switch 4 Emergency parallel Set the knob of switch Emergency parallel usually yellow to the ON position and you force both batteries to be used together The usual position of the knob of switch E...

Page 44: ...blade fuse 5A for windlass 10 blade fuse 10A for USB and 12V sockets 11 LED indication of blown fuse 12 windlass circuit breaker 50A 13 resettable fuse 10A for bilge pump 1 14 resettable fuse 10A for...

Page 45: ...o not use any battery that does not meet the minimum specifications as the electrical system may be overloaded and cause electric system damage Never use a battery that exceeds the CCA specs 2 Ensure...

Page 46: ...extinguishers on board Approved extinguishers are hand portable The extinguishers contain a plate that shows the manufacturers name and extinguisher type capacity and operating instructions They have...

Page 47: ...propeller on the motor can cause injury Never try to board using any part of the outboard motor as serious injury may occur Be careful while on the left platform The ladder on the platform or its part...

Page 48: ...time The load on the each stern platform is limited to 150kg 330lb Make sure there is only one person on each platform at a time Check the ladder hardware periodically There should be no damage or co...

Page 49: ...o more than 30 and the stern slings deflect no more than 15 see Fig 21 to avoid damaging the boat superstructure Fig 21 shows the center of gravity of a boat with a motor fuel and equipment from the m...

Page 50: ...nts of support at least three points Point of support 1 must be use always and any other recommended points may be chosen by you depending on the trailer design We do not recommend using other surface...

Page 51: ...in loading area keel line or the recommended Point of supports on it Securely fix the boat with straps to the trailer using the front and rear U bolts When towing a boat on a trailer periodically chec...

Page 52: ...cover with the snap fasteners on the boat hull Make sure that all the snap fasteners are locked Before the cover set is folded for storage dry it from moisture This will help prevent the formation of...

Page 53: ...nt cleaners and other aggressive fluids on the cover set To avoid premature aging use only a cleaner that is water based Do not use chlorine cleaners Their negative effects can develop over time ALWAY...

Page 54: ...on your boat if applicable Fig 25 Do not remove warning signs and labels Always check their suitability If the warning signs are damaged and you cannot read the text or symbols you must order new one...

Page 55: ...to follow these warnings could severe injury or death Failure to follow these warnings could cause SEVERE INJURY or DEATH 2 WARNING LEAKING FUEL 3 WARNING MAXIMUM ENGINE WEIGHT 4 WARNING Wakeboard 5 W...

Page 56: ...authorities for the regulations pertaining to your area Check with local FM weather stations Coast Guard or on line for the latest weather conditions Remember getting caught in severe weather is hazar...

Page 57: ...ents a number of hazards including sand bars and water levels influenced by tides If the vessel strikes an underwater hazard check for boat and engine damage If the engine vibrates excessively after s...

Page 58: ...leted Be certain there is enough fuel aboard for your cruising needs Include any reserve that might be needed should you change your plans due to weather or an emergency Practice the one third rule Us...

Page 59: ...have lines or nets out which might be cut or get caught in your propeller if you come too close Slow down when approaching fishing boats Do not return to cruising speed until the boats have been passe...

Page 60: ...ll Navigation Rules apply at night but it is best to slow down and stay clear of all boats regardless of who has the right of way To see more easily at night avoid bright lights when possible Also it...

Page 61: ...2021 Owner s Manual Navigator26 BRIG ltd 61 MODEL Navigator 26 SERIAL No UA QRK Date of manufacture Quality inspection stamp...

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