Pearson P31-II, Manual

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COMMISSIONING
SECTION 2
2.1 INTRODUCTJON
2.1.1 The first commissioning of a yacht is essentially the start
of the yacht's life, and the importance of proper
commissioning procedures at this time cannot be
overestimated. The commissioning procedure will be
performed by dealer personnel and requires no owner
participation. Therefore , the owner need only to concern
himself with items such as safety equipment which is
considered to be his responsibility. Items of owner
responsibility are further delineated in paragraph 2.4 of
this section.
2.1.2 Complete lists of the pre-launch and post-launch checks
employed during commissioning are provided in this section
for those owners interested in understanding the
decommissioning procedure, as well as for future use in any
recommissionings that may be required after periods of wet
or dry storage. The lists assume performance by persons
cognizant of the procedures that are required, and do not
attempt to provide step-by-step instructions. Detailed
procedures are available in section 3 of this manual and
other manufacturers' instructions that are provided with
the yacht.
2.1.3 The factory installed equipment, and items of owner
responsibility that require attention during commissioning
are included in the list with the items marked with an
asterisk (~), and the items involving owner responsibility
marked with a double asterisk (11*).
2.2PRE-LAUNCH CHECKS
2.2.1Hull Inspection.
Check topsides, decks, and all interior spaces for
cleanliness and proper finish. Make certain that all
foreign matter has been removed from the bilge areas,
and check the following specific items:
____ All thru-hull valves lubricated and closed, all hose
clamps tight.
Propeller nuts and cotter pin properly made up.
Steering gear and rudder operational.
____ Strut bearing in place and secured.
* * Anti-fouling bottom paint applied.