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Page 1: ...k UJ Eige naars hand boe k Eigner Handbuch Manuel de propri6taire Owner s Manual a lr ...

Page 2: ...ndard ETAP Ya chting NV accepts no tiability for oss or damage resulting from the literat wording of this manual where reasonableness and fairness have precedence over the literal wording Neither can any tiabitity oiany kind be accepted for loss or damage resulting directly or indirectly from modifications to thii yacht after its construction Ail nghts reseNed No part of this pubtication may be re...

Page 3: ...T T NP qr _ _ q 4 r 4 Table of contents ETAP 28S 2 I 7A 1 2 ...

Page 4: ... 1 I a I I T trmG Table of contents 1 2 te fa E a 1 ETAP 28S 2 I 7A ...

Page 5: ...2 4 Maintenance problems and preparing for winter 42 3 1 3 THRoUGH HULL ourLETS 44 3 13 1 t 9cati9n of through_huil outtets 44 3 13 2 Use of through_huil outtets 44 3 13 3 Maintenance problems ancl preparing for winter 44 3 15 DECK EeutpMENr 46 3 15 1 Anchor winch 46 3 15 2 Winches 46 3 15 3 Mooring c eals 46 3 15 4 Maintenance problems and preparing for winter q7 3 16 Nnvrcnrror lNSrRUMENrs _ _ 4...

Page 6: ...jl I I I I I I I I I t I I I I 1 I I I I I T m Wnsrr NotsE 10 1 DAILY CHEcKLIST 10 2 Fretnntn LC t t t r 70 iZ Ylz l l t t ill b i l i i i i i 10 3 2 trvhen the yacht is returned to ihe i r i i i r i i ETAP 28S 73 4 I 78 ...

Page 7: ...I l 9 I J at 1 1l 1t 3 3 4 11 12 12 1 12 2 12 3 ETAP 28S 5 I 78 ...

Page 8: ...in fact it is just the beginning I Your ETAP distributor remains at your full disposal and is your first point of contact if at any time you have any questions about youi rtnR yacht This way trre o t ni i nt service is assured About one year after the commissionning of your yacht you will receive from us a questionnaire to assess your satisfaction Your responses to this questionnaire will enable u...

Page 9: ...ntries a navigation licence is compulsory whilst in other countries this is not required Howevel it is always useful to acquire the necessaiy knowledge and to obtain such a navigation licence Detailed information is available from water sports orgianisations your ETAp distributor your water sports association or the national authorities will certainly be glad to furnish you with addresses of saili...

Page 10: ...erbbjects When under way ensure that all loose equipment have been firmly secured or stowed away in lockers boxes or other suitable locations Check if all lockers have been securely closed Before you set off windows and hatches have to be securely closed and the through hull ouflets of toilets and washbasins closed Pictoglams Various pictograms are used in the manual or aboard your yacht Their mea...

Page 11: ...N or Hull ldentification Number is marked on the hull at the top right hano sioe or tne stern 1re yacht The information which is incorporated into the CIN loO in irOur name of the yachtyard type of yacht o serial number or build number date of production model year The clN code of your yacht is stated in the DECLARATToN oF coNFoRMITy as the hu number see chapter g A Do not deface the crN code Make...

Page 12: ...ate conditions up to and including wind orce 6 Beaufort scale and significant wave heights up to and including 2m may be experienced D Sheltered waters designed for voyages o including wind orce 4 Beaufort scale and signiflcant wave heights up to and including 0 5m may be experienced The allocation of the design cgt9Sory is based primarily on static stabitity figures STtX and Angte Stability in ac...

Page 13: ... between the inner and outer walls are filled by injecting closed cell polyurethane foam This unique ETAP construction gffers many advantages the foam provides sufficient buoyancy to keep the yacht afloat with sufficient freeboard even if it is full of water With its structure of closed cells the foam absorbs hardly any water the double wall design ensures that the yacht is well insulated both the...

Page 14: ... the requirements of Modure H ETAP yachting certificates for this yacht under the supervision of Lloyd s Register euality Assurance GmbH M6nckebergstr 27 DE 20095 Hamburg Tel 49 40 32 81 07 0 Fax 49 40 33 57 10 E mail vacht services lr orq NV has prepared the CE ETAP 28S 12 I 7a ...

Page 15: ...mainry distributed over three technicar areas the engine compartment accessibre via the aft cabin 1 and stairs 2 the technical area underneath the saloon couch 3 the aft technical area accessible via the aft caOin y 32 Technical area underneath the saloon couch 3 Deck layout and interior Concerning the deck layout please referto drawing BC 01g OO1 concerning the interior rayout prease refer to dra...

Page 16: ... rpm 3200 revs min propeller 2 bladed fixed 16 x1 1 3 bladed foldinq 1 6 x1 0 optionat Goolinq water The engine has a double fresh water cooling The external circuit operates using sea water drawn in via the saildrive This external fres water cooling is fitted with a seaweed filter and vacuum valve The vacuum valve discharges water overboard via a transparent hose The through hulloutlet of this di...

Page 17: ... them Ventilation of the engine compartment When the engine is running the engine compartment is ventilated via an electric fan This fan is situated in the engine compartment Fresh air is entering via the hose connected to the ventilation opening on the transom The owner has to ensure that the ventilation for the engine compartment does not get blocked Starting and stoppins tre engine Carefully re...

Page 18: ...orm pre heating no longer than 20 seconds o press the button to START to start the engine Release the button as soon as the engine has started The acoustic alarm and warning lights go off o the engine is ready for use after it has warmed up for a few minutes When an engine does not start at the first attempt make sure that you wait for about one minute before you try again lf the engine refuses to...

Page 19: ...serious damage to the engine o the seaweed filter sea water filter should be regularly checked and cleaned if necessary other see M for the engine and saildrive Problems see EQ for the engine and saildrive engine doesn t start see also Section S 1 3 Preparing for winter check whether the cooling water in the internal fresh water cooling contains antifreeze o close the stopcocks on the through hull...

Page 20: ...s keep oilcloths within reach when refuelling with diesel The tank is filled through the filler cap marked FUEL DIESEL which is located on the stern of the yacht on the port side Filling the fuel tank moor your yacht securely to the jetty before you start to refuel check the content of the tank by reading the tank level meter on the display at the chart table o switch off the consumers on board op...

Page 21: ...ants are filtered out The unit has an exchangeable filter element and the water collected can be drawn off at the bottom of the filter housing 1A Tank level measurcment The tank contents can be read from the switch panel at the chart table An electronic level meter has been fitted in the diesel tank When reading off the level do bear in mind that the reading may be affected by the roiling or heel ...

Page 22: ...lems and prepating forwinter Mai ntenance see the M for the engine heating system optional and filters replace the filters in the system at the specified intervals regularly drain the system at the filter housings to remove water from the system regularly check all connections in the system on leaks always ensure that there are sufficient spare filters regularly actuate all stopcocks and pumps in ...

Page 23: ... condensation forming in the tank close the stopcocks in the system Preparing for summer actuate all the stopcocks in the system a number of times and open the correct stopcocks to put the yacht into operation check the condition of the filters check the whole system on leaks Othe r o follow the instructions in the Mj for the engine ETAP 28S 21 I 7A ...

Page 24: ...s svstem opilional An autopilot system can be installed on the ETAP 28s This system will then steer the yacht according to the course entered on the autopilot Please refer to the ffi for the autopilot for information on how to operate it Before the autopilot is used it needs to be calibrated Since calibration has to be done in open water this can NOT be carried out at the yard Emegencytillel ln ca...

Page 25: ...ed please secure the rudder upfront so thaiit rnnot stioe out of the bearings lf the bolt on top of the rudderhead is loosened the rudder will drop I Aftep poi ior disassembling of the rudderhead the bolt has to be secured again by means of the litle metal securing plate the lower rudder bearing is made of aluminium with synthetic rolls lt is not allowed to qrease this bearinq with q Rinse this be...

Page 26: ...st you should drain the pipes to the deck shower as soon as possible lf the yacht is used infrequently change the water in the fresh water tank on a regular basis It may be necessary to clean and or disinfect the fresh water tank from time to time Hotwater Hot water is supplied by the water heater optional which is installed in the technical area in the aft cabin The water in the water heater can ...

Page 27: ...ease ensure not to inconvenience other people around Also make sure that the three way valve in the pipe running to the drain pump is in the correct position ln the other position the drain pump functions as i bilge pump rne itrree ay valve is located in the engine compartment lf the thermostatic valve is set to maximum the water which is coming out of the taps can be very hot and there is a nsk o...

Page 28: ...tank let the water run for a while through the hose you are going to use to fill the tank to flush out any water that has been in the hose for some time clean the area immediately around the filler cap on the port side of the forward part of the yacht open the filler cap o insert the hose into the opening ensuring that no dirt gets in o make sure that the tank ventilation system has not been shut ...

Page 29: ... should therefore only set the meter to 100 or 1 15 I when the fresh water tank has actually been filled I 36 7 Maintenance prcbletreand preparinsforwinter Maintenance ensure that water is never left too long in the tank to prevent deterioration regularly clean filters on the fresh water pump regularly drain water from all draw off points to restrict standing water to a minimum please also refer t...

Page 30: ...t t t I I I I t I a t I I Preparing for summer o reconnect all the components fill with clean water then check all the connections for leaks Othe r follow the instructions in the relevant EE let the system come up to pressure and 2a I 7A ETAP 28S ...

Page 31: ... Regularly empty the holding tank Prevent the tank from becoming too full as there is then a risk that the system will ffid i il i 1 S ffi ropertv oiih ilii iant wirr iftr ffi h iil vent you shourd havsthe tank lrepare the toilet and the waste water system for winter well in time Empty the hotding tank in case of possible f si Toilet The ETAP 28s is provided with a toilet with a hand pump system r...

Page 32: ...rned there is a measurement of the contents provided on the switch panel at the chart table As soon as the red light Waste Water on the 12V switch panel burns the holding tank should be emptied lf you persist in pumping waste water into the holding tank after the light indicates Tank Full it is possible that pressure builds up and one risks that the waste water from the holding tank flows back int...

Page 33: ...ank via the toilet and then empty it again Repeat this a number of times depending on the amount of dirt in the tank or the desiied rdsult regularly operate all the stopcocks in the system to keep them movable Problems o toilet not flushing check whether stopcocks on through hull outlets are open Check whether the holding tank is full Do not use aggressive unblocking products to dissoive blockages...

Page 34: ...ion 3 6 3 The pump has a capacity of around 1920 litres hour with a lift of 3 m The manual pump is located underneath the cover in the cockpit at starboard side This pump has a capacity of 10 to 20 litres hour Z il Procedure for electric pumps o set the three_way valve to the correct position o switch on the birge pump via the switch in the toiret compartment check the progress of the birge emptyi...

Page 35: ...ps to Maintenance clean the suction hoses lt ht Tffii IflJ T ffiJJrter rrom time to time to prevent the sears rrom dryins out Problems 1 1ffii iffT fl iif tl 1ffiir Iirlt n when the switch is activated erectric pump refer to the M for the bilge pumps Preparing for winter disassemble the pum ps and dry off pipes and connections if you use antifreeze to plepare tre biige system for winter bear in mi...

Page 36: ...kill rlways switch off the main switches before working on the system 3ear in mind that your yacht may have different 230 V sources e g shore power or inverter lf battery clamps main fuse bolts or the main distrib uting rail are poorly maintained corroded or not properly ightened thjs can cause a dangerous build up of heat check these points regularly There are 2 separate battery circuits on board...

Page 37: ...n lights enqine I interior lighting starboard 3 anchor light 10 12 V socket 4 navigation instruments 11 refrigerator 5 autopilot 12 heating system o various radio CD 13 fresh water pump 7 various VHF 14 various 15 display 17 12 V socket max 6 Ay 16 holding tank indicator 9n tl9 display one can find from right to left contents of the fresh water tank contents of the diesel tank voltage starter batt...

Page 38: ...ative pole then the positive pole connecting batteries first secure the positive pole then the negative pole main switch on never leave the yacht before you have switched off the system o batterY vapours are explosive prevent naked flames smoking close to the batteries To prevent corrosion battery switches should be switched off when you leave the yacht Always set off with full service batteries t...

Page 39: ...eliable shore power cable should be used to connect to the shore power supply The cable must be fitted with reliable plugs at both ends and the cabie and connLction on shore must be earthed the shore connection must be fuse protected ensure that the cable has no kinks in it and cannot chafe o lou should also bear in mind that the voltage that eventually arrives on board can be lower than 230 V bec...

Page 40: ...ve the plug from the shore socket o close the cover on the shore power connection securely remove the plug from the socket on the yacht roll up the shore power cable and stow it dry Don t let the end of the shore power cable hang in the water as this can cause an electrical voltage in the water which could result in the injury or even the death of nearby swimmers I Never change the connections ins...

Page 41: ...nd grease them with acid free vaseline Attention battery terminals that are not properly tightened can cause a dangerous build up of heatl Therefore please ensure that you always sufficiently tighten the terminlls Problems o please refer to the Ml for the installed equipment Preparing for winter remove batteries from the yacht if they are exposed to extreme frost charge the batteries before they a...

Page 42: ...lates in the heating device possibly causing damage to the heating device Don t let the heating system operate unattended Always keep an eye on it A 3 o z Ventitation Please also refer to drawing BC 018 080 Do not tbrget to ctose the wndows and hatches before setting sail 4I The escape hatches in the saloon and main cabin also servs as emergency exits Make sure that these are not locked ArrEtmoN w...

Page 43: ... Use a leakage detector or soapy water Warning never use liquids that contain ammonia Both shut off valves must be open and the taps on the gas cooker itself must be in the closed position lf a leak is detected immediately shut the bottle off and have the system repaired by a qualified expert before cooking again check all flexible gas hoses at least once a year and replace as soon as there is any...

Page 44: ...guishing opening in the engine compartment and the escape routes emeigency exits 3 12 3 Prccautions regularly check for gas or fuel leaks do not hang loose curtains or other materiars near to or over a naked frame do not store materials in the engine compartment never block the exit and or emergency exits never block access to gas valves fuei valves or electric fuses ensure that the portabre fire ...

Page 45: ...ion Preparing for summer the fire extinguishers installed do not require any specific attention Other when you have used any fire extinguishers arrange for a refill or replacement without delay only replace the fire extinguishers with extinguishers having the same specifications ETAP 28S 43 I 7A ...

Page 46: ...ngly advisable to open and close all the stopcocks in all the systems on board a few times now and again in order to keep the stopcocks movable Problems please refer to the manuals for the measuring instruments for details of faults that may arise with the etectronics Ml Preparing for winter through hull outlets only have to be prepared for winter when the yacht is spending winter in the water If ...

Page 47: ...ven runs on gas Be careful when cooking with gas as there is a risk that you may burn yourself When leaving the yacht always check that the cooker has been completely turned off The vent openings must never be closed off when the cooker is in use as this may create an atmosphere that presents a risk to life Never place hot pots on the work top Bear in mind that a lot of battery capacity is require...

Page 48: ...iguide as the ictual depth will depend on the swell the conditions on the bottom ana tne current never use the anchor winch for lifting or towing other objects Only use the anchor winch for anchoring keep your hands and feet away from the chain when an anchor winch is in operation do not let the forces of the anchor chain act on the winch A DANGER 3 152 Winches The ETAP 28S is equipped with o two ...

Page 49: ...ter inspect chain locker Problems see relevant EE P re pa ring f o r winter protect from harmful effects of the weather where possible Preparing for summer thoroughly check the deck equipment and its operation Othe r see relevant ffi 3 6 Navigationinstruments Various navigation instruments can be installed on the ETAP 28s The depth and log gauges are located underneath the floorboard close to the ...

Page 50: ...I I I I I I I I 1 I T emG r when you dismanfle the rog gauge outside water may frow in with considerabre force ETAP 28S 48 I 7a ...

Page 51: ... chainpratl o both Bergstrom shrouds are being fixed to the mast by means of the tensionner Please also refer to the M supplied upper anq lower snrouds tensionner Bergstrdm hr ud Before setting the mast check that the cables for lighting radar VHF etc are coming out of the mast step in the correct position front openings 112 Basic lrimforftactionat rissed mast Please refer to the supplied ffi from...

Page 52: ...This cover slides into the boom profile The lazy jacks should be put through the eyes of the cap shrouds and then slightly tightened anJ rixeo to the kickers at the bottom of the mast after the mainsair has been poiitionel r attach the sail with the head on the main halyard hoist the sail first turn the yacht so that its bow is facing into the wind Slowly slide the hanks via the sail entry box int...

Page 53: ...to the head of the sail o hook the hanks around the forestay and hoist the sail Genoa setftacking jib Furtex feed the genoa or jib into the slot of the Furlex and flx at the bottom to the snapshackle r fix genoa oJ fok to the genoa halyard and pull the halyard until the sail is comptetely hoisted use the hatyard winch for this ETAP 28s si t 7a ...

Page 54: ... be employed when the yachl is towing or being towed Never exceed the f ull soeed A tow line must always 6e attacneo in such rv itrt ii can be reteased under the fu1 The owner is personally responsible for ensuring that the mooring lines and tow lines are suitable for the vacht The owner or skipper murt iro o i Ji itiiIil lrr for attaching a tow rine I I I I I I I I I I 44 The maximum load for the...

Page 55: ...ot cause confusion Do not do this in a busy harbour starting and stopping the engine see section 3 3 5 starting and stopping the engine It is of the greatest importance that the engine is idling when you change gear as this prevents damage to the engine and reverse clutch 7 Opeating the sails 47 1 Position of running risging See also drawing BC OO4 OO2 Sheets o the main sheet determines the positi...

Page 56: ...o toct it 47 2 Reetrns reducing sail If wind speeds are high it is advisabre to reef the sairs for safety reasons Furling genoa option loosen genoa and at the same time partially roll it up il lJling it up always keep the genoa sheet srighiry under tension by alowing it to stip over do NOT operate the roller reefing line with the winches after reefing move the genoa car to achieve a better rit tri...

Page 57: ...5 o o 50 50 40 o o KN 40 50 o o 44 kn U o 0 00A o 0 The table above is only intended a9 a guide Depending on the crew and ruggage on board or the sailing comfort desired it may be arir oi to reef at other wind forces 47 3 See drawing BC 004 002 for detaits of the sheets ffi RTIT ll liJl ii JlHrlli Nlt 1 asvmmetricar spinnaker ir vour crew is surricienry t spinnaker sheet 7A 4 9 It is outside the s...

Page 58: ...fi on the water 0ust as on the road not to takepriority but to sive Famlllarise yourself with the regulations before going on to the water Also bear in mind that the rules may vary from place to plaie and from country to countryl ETAP 28S 56 I 7A ...

Page 59: ...being filled To this end all the tanks have an air vent but if they are filled qri tiy oiir i vent is btocked the tank could blow out Tanks shourd never be subjected to a pressuieln L of o 2bar check whether there is sufficient power in the system check the protection fuse circuit breaker for the circuit concerned o if fuse blown check equipment and circuit for visible oamage switch off switches i...

Page 60: ...er o clean with acetone or a similar product prepare topcoat using the original topcoat from the yard mix 2o o MEK peroxide with the accelerated topcoat only make up topcoat in smitt quantities 1s 20 minutes settinj time r apply topcoat with brush and leave to cure r next wet sand topcoat with water resistant sandpaper start with 500 grain and increase in fineness to eventually 1200 grain r polish...

Page 61: ...abric to another if they are in prolonged contact When stoiing the fabric for ipiotonged period you should therefore fold an old sheet between the layers to prevent contact beiween the different types of fabric A blue haze in window plastic is probably the result of moisture These marks disappear of their own accord when the plastic is dry lf the window plastic has become cloudy this is unfortunat...

Page 62: ...re liable for any damage if you carry out the work to prepare your yacht for winter and summer yourself when your yacht is being launched again make sure that you are present to inspect the yacht for any leaks Alternatively make crear arrangements r iith other peopre to oo 0 pr r rJorv h rritirg Antifreeze engine oil and other oils all have to be heated as small chemical waste I A description is g...

Page 63: ...f the yacht Maintenance The list below is only provided as a guide Please refer to the relevant manuals ffi for detailed information on maintenance Eng i ne carry out the periodic inspections described in the M the principal maintenance required involves changing the oil replacing filters and checking the belt tension The impellor of the coolant pump also needs to be ieptaced from time to time we ...

Page 64: ...ave used a fire extinguisher have it refilled or repressurised without delay o take care when handling petrol other flammable substances and or naked flames Fire on board stay calm lead the passengers to safety first take the required safety measures and distribute life saving equipment to all those on board try to put out the fire with the fire extinguishers on board aim the jet from the fire ext...

Page 65: ...nst persons falling overboard rn oid weattrer r r it is arso advisabre to wear a liferine Man overboard ln spite of all the safety measures it is still possible that someone may fall overboard raise the ararm immediatery and continue to point to the person in the water activate the MOB button on your GpS if available xuff lifebuoy overboard even if the person in the water is wearing a lifejacket i...

Page 66: ...even if it has sustained damage below the water line ln a rescue operation a yacht is easierlo locate than a person in the water use distress signals e9 Leaks inside the yacht e9 Oit leak do not discharge the oil overboard I o clean the place where the leak can be seen and check regularly until the cause of the leak has been established e9 2 Dieset leak do not discharge the diesel oil overboard I ...

Page 67: ...s is important ror prlnning trrt r J action ihyiether the wind the tide or the curreni wilL push you iurther aground or wil hetp you to d12 Towing The ETAP 28s can be towed from the bollards on the foredeck but only at low speed and provided that the tow tine is not subjected to excessive joltin lf you intend 1o tow anolher yacht wind th to rine round the boilards on the aft deck and flf i lhll ro...

Page 68: ...the line has to be dlsconnecied unexpectedly It is not possible within the scope of this manual to set out a simple procedure for abandoning ship in an emergency situation However it is extremely advisable to draw up such n up 1 rgun y procedure go over it and practise it regularly with ll those on board ln this way everyone will know what they are expected to do shouid this situation ever arise a...

Page 69: ...been crosed securery secure all loose objects on board lock all cupboards and storerooms close all hatches chart your position regularly if necessary inform the auihoritie 3ng lgt them know your position and proposed itinerary ff ne on board wear a life jacket 0 gr ihem instructions about the other safety o seek sherter as quickry as possibre in a harbour or in the ree of an isrand a i i ETAP 28S ...

Page 70: ...ected don t run the engine unnecessariry exhaust gases are a nuisance Waste Keep household waste wlth you and deposit it in the containers provided on shore Noise Don t make any unnecessary noise other watersports enthusiasts use the water for rest and relaxation too The EC Recreational craft Directive has set maximum sound levels for engines To make sure that the boat continues to meet these requ...

Page 71: ...onal craft under the Recreationa I C raft Di rectivu prui3u r llrllro 12 3 other instruction manuals of mounted devices and instruments have been supplied together with this manual Please carefully real tnrougn each of the m nuats before operating your yacht overview of frEsh water BC 010 oox BC 013 XXX BC 016 oo1 BC 01s 001 BC 018 002 BC oTs 005 BC 018 007 BC 018 080 ETAP 28S 7A I 7A ...

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