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MERRY FISHER 645

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Summary of Contents for Merry Fisher 645

Page 1: ...MERRY FISHER 645 OWNER S MANUAL S PORTS ET LOISIRS 945354 Index D ...

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Page 3: ...mplished sailor Even when your boat has been adapted for them the sea and wind conditions corresponding to the design categories A B C and D may vary ranging from severe conditions to strong storms subject to the risks of exceptional waves and gusts of wind this meaning they are dangerous conditions in which only an experienced fit and well trained crew manoeuvring a well maintained boat can sail ...

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Page 5: ... and direction of your boat to the conditions of the sea The boat shall not be loaded more with than the maximum load recommended by the builder in particular the total weight of the food supplies of the different equipment that are not supplied by the builder and of the persons on board The weight of the boat shall be properly distributed The stability is reduced when you add weight in the upper ...

Page 6: ...ey may be modified without prior notice or up dates This owner s manual is designed in accordance with the ISO 10240 standard requirements it has a general purpose and it may sometimes list some equipment or accessories or deal with some points or questions that are not relevant to your own boat The different warnings used throughout this guide are broken down as follows DANGER Indicates the exist...

Page 7: ...3 80 HISTORY OF UPDATES Index A 10 2009 Index B 04 2010 Index C 07 2010 Index D 09 2010 ...

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Page 9: ...ge 31 Chapter 5 STEERING SYSTEM Page 41 Chapter 6 INTERIOR Page 45 Chapter 7 WATER AND SEWAGE WATER Page 49 Chapter 8 ELECTRICAL EQUIPMENT Page 53 Chapter 9 ENGINE Page 61 Chapter 10 LAUNCHING Page 71 Chapter 11 WINTER STORAGE Page 75 PERSONAL NOTES MERRY FISHER 645 Anglais Update 09 2010 Index D Code 945354 Total number of pages 80 ...

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Page 11: ...7 80 SPECIFICATIONS AND WARRANTY TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS CERTIFICATION DESIGN CATEGORY YOUR BOAT 1 ...

Page 12: ...supplies the liquids that can be used fresh water and fuel in fixed completely full tanks the additional loads the optional equipments the liferaft and the scope for load Total mass of liquids all tanks full 129 kg Freshwater capacity 20 l Fuel capacity 136 l Refrigeration unit capacity 42 l Recommended maximum power 85 kW Maximum motorisation mass 195 kg Battery capacity Engine 110 A Cabins 1 Sle...

Page 13: ... force Beaufort scale Significant height of waves to be considered in metres H 1 3 Vessel designed for navigation A At high sea B In open sea C Near to the coast D In sheltered waters Over 8 Up to and including 8 Up to and including 6 Up to and including 4 Over 4 Up to and including 4 Up to and including 2 Up to and including 0 3 1 SPECIFICATIONS AND WARRANTY ...

Page 14: ...ghts significant wave height up to 2 m see Note 1 below 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 This craft is designed to operate in winds up to Beaufort force 4 and the associated wave heights occasional maximum waves of 0 5 m height Such conditions may be encountered in sheltered...

Page 15: ...TRATION NUMBER DELIVERY DATE DOOR KEY NUMBER MAKE OF ENGINE ENGINE SERIAL NUMBER ENGINE KEY NUMBER JEANNEAU Establishment of the company SPBI BP 529 85505 LES HERBIERS cedex FRANCE Tel 33 02 51 64 20 20 Fax 33 02 51 67 37 65 Internet http www jeanneau com fr Your agent 1 SPECIFICATIONS AND WARRANTY ...

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Page 17: ...13 80 SAFETY SAFETY EQUIPMENT GENERAL INFORMATION GAS SYSTEM RECOMMENDATIONS FOR GAS FIGHT AGAINST FIRE BILGE PUMP SYSTEM INSTRUCTIONS IN THE EVENT OF STEERING GEAR FAILURE 2 ...

Page 18: ...14 80 SAFETY EQUIPMENT Swimming ladder means of coming back onboard Reference 1 Position of the liferaft not supplied Reference 2 SWIMMING LADDER Reference 1 LIFERAFT Reference 2 ...

Page 19: ...adder is in place and deployed as soon as you are on board Reduce speed in waves WARNING Before you sail list the compulsory safety equipment Don t exceed the number of persons indicated in the chapter Specifications The total weight of the persons and equipment must never exceed the maximum load recommended by the manufacturer Use the seats provided ADVICE RECOMMENDATION When sailing never padloc...

Page 20: ... gas bottle not supplied WARNING For all recommendations concerning gas Refer to chapter 2 Safety Don t use a solution containing ammonia Don t use a flame to detect leaks Don t smoke don t use a naked flame when you change the gas cylinder ...

Page 21: ...ces and opening the valve on the cylinder If you detect a leak close the valve of the cylinder and repair before you use it again The appliances use the oxygen of the cabin and release combustible gases Ventilate your boat when using appliances Don t obstruct the air vents and at least leave the door open Don t use the oven or stove as back up heaters Lock the stove oven when being not used in ord...

Page 22: ...INGUISHERS Emergency exits in case of fire Sliding hatch Companionway Position of portable extinguishers not supplied This boat must be equipped when in use portable fire extinguishers installed in the following locations 1 Saloon 2 Cockpit locker ...

Page 23: ...eservoir compartment Make sure the extinguishers can be reached easily when people are on board Make sure that the ventilation openings in the engine and generator if installed compartment are well cleared Keep the bilge clean Regularly check that there is no fuel or gas vapour Exits other than the doors and hatches of the main companionway equipped with permanently fitted ladders are identified w...

Page 24: ...ssels equipped with an outboard motor of a power greater than 25kW must carry one or more portable fire extinguishers with a total capacity of at least combined 8A 68B DANGER Fire fighting equipment portable extinguishers fire blankets and buckets must be permanently and immediately accessible WARNING Do not obstruct the ways to the emergency exits Do not obstruct the safety controls fuel oil valv...

Page 25: ...21 80 SUPPLY VALVE FUEL Extinguisher access hole Compartment tank Petrol A pictogram helps to locate it easily Location On the fuel tank 2 SAFETY ...

Page 26: ...MENT FUEL TANK Stop the engine Inject the extinguishing product through the aperture Wait DIAGRAM VENTILATION 1 Fuel tank 2 Battery box Watertight 3 Vent hole Battery box 4 Fan 5 Fan 6 Grid Ventilation 7 Grid Ventilation 12 V 7 6 4 5 4 5 1 3 2 ...

Page 27: ...e The bilge pump system is designed to drive out the water being either sea spray or leaks but absolutely not the water coming through a hole in the hull this hole being the result of a damage Do not let the pumps run while dry this may cause them damage The water in the bilge shall be kept at its minimum Check the functioning of each bilge pump regularly 2 SAFETY ...

Page 28: ...pper 2 Drain Engine compartment 3 Cockpit drain 4 Drain scupper Aft locker 5 Electric bilge pump 6 Electric bilge pump draining 7 Manual bilge pump 8 Draining of manual bilge pump 9 Stuffing box Manual bilge pump 10 Kitchen sink drain 10 9 7 1 5 3 4 3 2 2 6 8 ...

Page 29: ...ou can energize the electric bilge pump from the instrument panel MANUAL BILGE PUMP Location in the cockpit The control arm of the pump shall be kept accessible whatever the circumstances Access Aft quarterdeck Capacity 32 litre minute Control Operation The electric bilge pumps are connected to the 12V service circuit To enable operation the 12V circuit must be activated by turning on the battery ...

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Page 31: ...27 80 HULL MAINTENANCE OF THE HULL LIFTING 3 ...

Page 32: ...use and the maintenance area for cleaning your vessel It is necessary to seek the advice of your concessionnaire with regard to gel coat repairs PRECAUTION When applying the anti fouling paint do not paint over the electronic instrument sensors nor the anodes ADVICE RECOMMENDATION During the refit check the anodes See Motorisation chapter 1400 125 ...

Page 33: ...f the anti fouling paint as well as the frequency of hull stripping and painting Do not hesitate to take advice from your specialists Refer to chapter 10 for launching instructions If cleaning of the anti fouling paint has to be done with a high pressure hose The water temperature must not exceed 15 C The water pressure must not exceed 150 bars The distance between the hose nozzle and the hull mus...

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Page 35: ...31 80 DECK NAVIGATION STABILITY PREVENTION OF MAN OVERBOARD MOORING LINES TOWING MOORING MAINTENANCE OF THE DECK 4 ...

Page 36: ...wimming ladder means of coming back onboard D Towing ring Towing operations Location Towing ring WARNING The sudden closing of a locker due to a gust of wind or movement of the boat could result in injury ADVICE RECOMMENDATION Close the deck hatches and portholes before each trip including the sliding door window in heavy weather ...

Page 37: ...s reduced when you add weight in the upper parts Stability may be reduced when towing a boat or when heavy weights are lifted with the davits PREVENTION OF MAN OVERBOARD Certain vessels are equipped with a retractable swimming ladder The swimming ladder must be in position as soon as you are onboard The parts of the deck which should not be used while under way are indicated on the diagram below A...

Page 38: ...34 80 Opening Closure Sliding hatch Window lock To be kept closed when sailing Access Cockpit To be kept closed when sailing Access Cockpit Open Sun roof Rod holder ...

Page 39: ... mooring ropes unfouled and stored away Handle your boat at a reduced speed Pass warps through the fairleads provided for this purpose AFTER MOORING Protect the mooring lines against chafing with plastic sleeves Make allowance for the variations in tides if need be Fairlead DANGER Wear your life jacket In heavy weather wear your safety harness and fasten yourself to the boat When at sea close the ...

Page 40: ...e it may foul on the propeller Note The stability may be reduced when you tow a boat TOWED BOAT Keep steering your boat and see to it that you stay in the wake of the towing boat Inappropriate towing can damage your vessel do not tow at more than 6 knots LOCATION MOORING LOCKER 1 Bow fitting 2 Mooring locker 3 Opening Mooring locker 4 Clinch 5 Mooring ...

Page 41: ...nto the wind and without speed Pay out the chain while moving back slowly Once the anchor snags make it fast by reversing slightly Secure the hawser or the chain to the cleat ADVICE RECOMMENDATION After each trip rinse the windlass and anchor chain or rode with fresh water Check the swinging area once the boat is at anchor 4 DECK ...

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Page 43: ... using a sponge if need be add some gentle soap PLEXIGLAS Rinse plexiglas with fresh water Use a polish paste for thin scratches Consult your dealer concerning deep scratches EXTERIOR CUSHIONS Bring the removable cushions inside washed with soapy water then dried when the vessel is unoccupied STAINLESS STEEL Stainless steel is not incorruptible and requires a minimum of upkeep The use of chrome to...

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Page 45: ...41 80 STEERING SYSTEM STEERING GEAR 5 ...

Page 46: ...42 80 STEERING GEAR 1 Outboard 2 Steering wheel 3 Steering 4 Reverser Accelerator 5 Control lever 6 Steering rack 7 Piston 8 Watertight bellows 2 6 2 3 4 8 7 1 ...

Page 47: ...teflon bushes with only a suitable lubricant Note Do not hesitate to consult your dealer about system maintenance WARNING Refer to chapter 2 Safety for use of the emergency tiller ADVICE RECOMMENDATION The emergency tiller is designed only to be able to continue underway at a reduced speed in case of steering gear failure 5 STEERING SYSTEM ...

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Page 49: ...45 80 INTERIOR INTRODUCTION INTERIOR MAINTENANCE MAINTENANCE OF FABRICS 6 ...

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Page 51: ...oo Polish the interior varnishing with a chamois leather MAINTENANCE OF FABRICS STAIN REMOVAL Dab with a clean rag Remove the stain with a solvent poured onto a clean rag Never pour the solvent directly over the stain Rub with a clean and dry rag Brush the fabric against the grain Use the vacuum cleaner when the fabric is dry PVC OR COATED FABRICS Use a sponge and water and soap household soap typ...

Page 52: ...ic fabrics please refer to the product instructions If you can remove the fabric Hand wash with an ordinary washing powder at 30 C In both cases dry cleaning is possible Remove the stains as soon as possible with a damp rag COTTON JACQUARD Dry clean Do not iron Do not use hypochlorite Remove the stains with fractionated petrol ...

Page 53: ...49 80 WATER AND SEWAGE WATER WATER TANKS SEWAGE 7 ...

Page 54: ...50 80 LAYOUT OF COMPONENTS Sink Manual pump Water tank Capacity 20 litre ...

Page 55: ...revent any over pressure in the systems WARNING The tanks nominal capacity cannot be fully used due to the load and the need to maintain the correct trim A 20 reserve should be kept ADVICE RECOMMENDATION Pay attention to the quality of the water for the filling up Check if it is drinking water It is possible to sterilize the tanks with a Clonazione tablet sold at the Chemist s If the boat is not u...

Page 56: ...ts of the sewage tank near the coast or in zones where it is forbidden Make use of the port or marina pump facilities to drain the sewage tank before leaving port Find out the international regulations against marine pollution Marpol and follow them as far as possible Chemical toilet Location Cabin WARNING Refer to the apparatus instructions for use and maintenance ...

Page 57: ...53 80 ELECTRICAL EQUIPMENT 12 V DC SYSTEM EQUIPMENT 8 ...

Page 58: ...54 80 SYNOPTIC Inside wheelhouse 1 Navigation lights 2 Electric bilge pump 3 Wiper 12V fuse Location Behind the wheelhouse WARNING Always replace a fuse with one of the same size ...

Page 59: ...all or replace the electric appliances or any electric equipement by components exceeding the capacity amperage of the circuit Watt for bulbs Do not leave the vessel unattended when the electrical system is switched on Certain lights represent a significant heat source be careful of surrounding objects Note that the 12 V circuit wires are red for positive and black for negative DANGER There may be...

Page 60: ...NG Defrost the fridge regularly During long absence leave the fridge and icebox doors open to avoid mould developing Wiper Access Engine 12 V Samson post WARNING The only function of the samson post is to support the navigation light Any other use is dangerous and forbidden ...

Page 61: ...BATTERY BATTERIES Battery charging is achieved through the alternator coupled to the engine or through use of the 220 V shore charger 1 Engine battery 110 V 2 Battery breaker positive terminal engine insulated 8 ELECTRICAL EQUIPMENT ...

Page 62: ...off the electrical system with the battery switches and circuit breakers before gaining access to the rear of the electrical panels Check the level of maintainable lead batteries ADVICE RECOMMENDATION It is recommended that you switch off all electrical devices before turning off the battery switches Turn off all battery switches when the vessel is unoccupied REF Designation 1 Battery 12 V 2 Batte...

Page 63: ...59 80 DIAGRAM LOCATION 12V 8 12 V P 4 8 20 3 7 9 6 1 10 2 5 11 14 11 12 13 17 18 19 16 15 ELECTRICAL EQUIPMENT ...

Page 64: ...akers ADVICE For further information refer to the appliance instructions MAINTENANCE Clean the repeater dials with freshwater Refer to the instructions before using any other produce The use of alcohol must be avoided ADVICE RECOMMENDATION Place the protective covers on the repeaters when unused for long periods When sailing store the protective covers inside the boat to avoid losing them The vari...

Page 65: ...61 80 ENGINE GENERAL INFORMATION ENGINE FITTING 9 ...

Page 66: ... etc must be kept in a ventilated space Avoid contact between inflammable substances and the hot parts of the engine Filling Fill the fuel tank using the filler In order to protect the deck from possible fuel splash wet the area around the filler with sea water before you remove the filler cap In case of splashing rinse the deck thoroughly deck filler closed The fuel level is transmitted by the ga...

Page 67: ...t breaker when the engine is not running The lever must be in neutral to start the engine PRECAUTION Never run the engine when the boat is hauled out PRECAUTION In case of an intervention when the engine is running Stay away from belts and hot or mobile parts Be careful with full clothes long hair rings etc you may be caught Wear appropriate clothes gloves caps etc ADVICE RECOMMENDATION Carefully ...

Page 68: ...64 80 ENGINE FITTING 7 4 6 5 5 1 3 2 ...

Page 69: ...65 80 REF Designation 1 Fuel tank 136 litres 2 Deck filler 3 Vent hole 4 Fuel supply valve 5 Supply pipe Engine 6 Fuel gauge transmitter 7 Fuel gauge indicator 9 ENGINE ...

Page 70: ... the water filter regularly Engine operation Before starting the engine Turn on the fuel valve Operate the battery switches and energise the electric system Disengage the reverse gear it will make the acceleration possible when in neutral The lever must be in neutral to start the engine Filter Seawater inlet Fuel supply valve ADVICE RECOMMENDATION Get used to checking immediately after starting th...

Page 71: ...ne its role is to filter fuel very finely To know when you have to intervene and how frequently you have to change it please refer to the engine s manual The second filter is on the pipe that links the tank to the engine it plays the role of a water decanter and prefilter Drain by undoing the knurled screw at the base of the decantation bowl but not removing it Allow to flow into a box till the fu...

Page 72: ...68 80 WHEELHOUSE DETAIL 1 Engine control lever 2 Trim control ...

Page 73: ...t of priority Make sure there is no other boat on your way The visibility from the steering station may be obstructed in the following conditions Speed Position of the upper and side awnings Load and load distribution Sea conditions rain spray fog or darkness Lights on inside the boat Persons and removable equipment in the helmsman s field of visibility ADVICE RECOMMENDATION When the engine is run...

Page 74: ...s soon as they show signs of wear due to chafing or UV ADVICE RECOMMENDATION Change the anodes if necessary ADVICE RECOMMENDATION Have the whole driving and steering systems checked and maintained by a professional Refer to the manufacturers instructions supplied with your boat Regularly check the O ring of the filler for good condition in order to prevent water entries Do not turn off the fuel ta...

Page 75: ...71 80 LAUNCHING LAUNCHING RECOMMENDATIONS 10 ...

Page 76: ...72 80 POSITION OF HOISTING CRADLE AND STRAPS Note Measurements are expressed in mm ...

Page 77: ...nd reduction gear oil levels refer to engine manual Retract the speedometer into its housing it may be damaged by the handling belts Turn off all the water inlet and drain valves sink washbasin heads engine HANDLING Install a fore rope a rear rope and fenders When craning check that no device is crushed by the belts sounder speedometer shaft etc Locate the strap positions using the stick on marker...

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Page 79: ...75 80 WINTER STORAGE LAYING UP PROTECTION AND MAINTENANCE 11 ...

Page 80: ...ack into the boat in the upright and side position in order to have minimum contact surfaces During long absence leave the fridge and icebox doors open to avoid mould developing EXTERIOR Thoroughly rinse the hull and deck Grease all moving and mechanical parts latches hinges locks etc Protect all ropes and mooring lines against chafing Protect the boat as well as possible with fenders Make sure th...

Page 81: ... grease the terminals and check the battery voltage Fill the fuel tanks to a maximum in order to avoid condensation Please refe to the engine manual for anything relating to the engine Ashore Take the batteries ashore and keep them on maintenance charge Change the anodes Carry out the winterization operations specified by the manufacturer keeping in mind that the freeze hazard is more significant ...

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Page 83: ...85505 LES HERBIERS cedex FRANCE Tel 33 02 51 64 20 20 Fax 33 02 51 67 37 65 Internet http www jeanneau com fr The present document is not contractual and since we constantly desire to improve our models we reserve the right to modify them without notice JEANNEAU recommends ...

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