Grand Soleil 45’
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Propeller
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The Grand Soleil 45’ is equipped with a standard 3 fixed blades propeller:
Diameter: 17 inches (430 mm) - Pitch: 13 inches (330 mm) LH (counter clockwise)
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For a 3 folding blades propeller we suggest:
Diameter: 18 inches (460 mm) - Pitch: 11 inches (280 mm) LH (counter clockwise).
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With regard to the propeller, we remind you that the YANMAR standard engine of 24,4 Kw is
equipped with a reverse gear which works with the same efficiency both clockwise and
counter clockwise. This characteristic allows you to install both right-handed and left-handed
propellers, by simply changing opportunely the joining position of the reverse gear remote
control, so that pushing the control lever forward, when the engine is working, the yacht
moves forward.
Warning
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If, while sailing, you hear the propeller spinning, it means that the forward gear is not
in. In case of a folding blades propeller it is better to put the engine in the reverse gear.
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Do not let the propeller spin while sailing.
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While normally using the engine, always wait some seconds for the engine idling before
putting in or changing the speed. A too abrupt change of speed could damage the
mechanisms of the reverse gear and/or of the adjustable or folding propeller.
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Do not change the propeller pitch, whether it is a fixed or folding or adjustable blades
propeller, without having previously consulted the builder’s technicians; a wrong pitch
could force or damage the engine.
Maintenance
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As far as the possible folding or adjustable blades propellers are concerned, we
recommend you to keep them clean, according to the manufacturer’s directions.
We recommend you to consult the folding or adjustable blades propellers use and
maintenance manual provided by the manufacturer and delivered separately.