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INTRODUCTION………………...………………………………..4/184

INFLATION/DEFLATION………………………………………...4/184

FITTING OARS AND PADDLES…………………………………5/184

FITTING FIBERGLASS SEAT……………………………………6/184

DRAIN PLUG……………………………………………………...6/184

MOUNTING ENGINE……………………………………………..7/184

FITTING CONSOLES AND SEATS……………………………...7/184

FITTING OF THE STEERING SYSTEM…………………………8/184

FITTING OF THE BATTERY……………………………….…….8/184

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FITTING OF FUEL TANKS……………………………………….9/184

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NAVIGATION……………………………………………………..10/184

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DAVITS…………………………………………………………….11/184

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DEFLATION AND STOWAGE…………………………………...11/184

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CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE……………………………..12/184

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REPAIRS…………………………………………………………..12/184

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SAFETY RECOMMENDATIONS………………………………..13/184

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ENVIRONMENTAL CONSIDERATIONS……………………….14/184

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GUARANTEE……………………………………………………..15/184

8M920078R

Summary of Contents for 8M920078R

Page 1: ... 184 7 FITTING CONSOLES AND SEATS 7 184 8 FITTING OF THE STEERING SYSTEM 8 184 9 FITTING OF THE BATTERY 8 184 10 FITTING OF FUEL TANKS 9 184 11 NAVIGATION 10 184 12 DAVITS 11 184 13 DEFLATION AND STOWAGE 11 184 14 CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE 12 184 15 REPAIRS 12 184 16 SAFETY RECOMMENDATIONS 13 184 17 ENVIRONMENTAL CONSIDERATIONS 14 184 18 GUARANTEE 15 184 8M920078R ...

Page 2: ... 5 6 MOUNTING ENGINE 6 7 FITTING CONSOLES AND SEATS 6 8 FITTING OF THE STEERING SYSTEM 7 9 FITTING OF THE BATTERY 7 10 FITTING OF FUEL TANKS 8 11 NAVIGATION 9 12 DAVITS 10 13 DEFLATION AND STOWAGE 10 14 CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE 11 15 REPAIRS 11 16 SAFETY RECOMMENDATIONS 12 17 ENVIRONMENTAL CONSIDERATIONS 13 18 GUARANTEE 14 ...

Page 3: ...ION 2 1 INFLATION PROCEDURE To inflate the craft we recommend using the foot pump provided with the standard equipment First of all make sure plunger A of the valve is raised CLOSED If this is not so push and twist to the right Insert the tube of the foot pump into the valve twisting the safety bayonet type attachment to the right this will prevent the tube separating from the valve when inflating...

Page 4: ...l automatically open at 0 27 bar releasing excess pressure above this value 2 3 DEFLATION PROCEDURE Remove valve cap push plunger twisting to the left where it will remain fixed in the OPEN position Once the craft is completely deflated release plunger by twisting to the right and replace valve cap 2 4 PRESSURE RELIEF VALVE If your craft is fitted with pressure relief valves never try to use them ...

Page 5: ...essure 5 DRAIN PLUG 5 1 DECK SELF BAILER Ocean Runner craft are fitted with a standard self bailer Its operation is very simple When underway remove the rubber plug and the water will automatically run out The inner diaphragm of the self bailer will prevent the water from returning 5 2 HULL DRAIN PLUG The hull drain plug should be periodically removed to empty any water between deck and hull in se...

Page 6: ...safety line B to a strong point on the transom When fixing the engine to the craft by bolts you will have to drill two holes through the transom Make sure you place the large washers on the insideface of the transom On some bigger R I B s it may be necessary to offset the engine please consult your engine manual or Ocean Runner dealer IMPORTANT All holes drilled through the transom must be properl...

Page 7: ... alcohol or acetone before curing Do not use the craft till the sealant has fully cured 8 FITTING OF THE STEERING SYSTEM The steering system should be fitted by expert authorized personnel carefully following the instructions provided with it Remember that accidental disconnection of the steering system would result in a sudden change of the craft course with risk for the crew to be thrown overboa...

Page 8: ...ANKS When fitting fuel tanks in your craft take into account the following recommendations IMPORTANT Portable tanks should be placed on a cushioning base and should be strongly secured to the craft by means of a girth to avoid bumps and risks of breaking during navigation When fitting the portable tanks in a closed compartment the compartment should be well ventilated and without electrical access...

Page 9: ... well ventilated area far from ignition sources Check fuel level avoid making noise and waves when near othercraft and always observe speed limits 11 3 TOWING If you need to tow your craft take into account that Your craft must be towed at speeds under 8 knots and when sea conditions do not cause water to enter the craft Before towing it is necessary to secure all the elements and equipment aboard...

Page 10: ... supplementary precaution in long voyages secure the craft with a set of safety straps Ask your davit supplier for advice 13 DEFLATION AND STOWAGE If the craft is to be stowed and out of use for a long period of time you should clean it with fresh water to wash off the salt sand and dirt leaving it to dry before deflating 13 1 DEFLATION Unscrew and open the valves to deflate all compartments To co...

Page 11: ...could be seriously damaged If the craft is fitted with steering throttle and gear control cables you should regularly check for corrosion and wear All metallic parts should be rubbed with waterproof grease to prevent the controls seizing 15 REPAIRS For any repair use only materials supplied in the repair kit as these are the same as those used in the manufacture of the craft Remember that temperat...

Page 12: ...rtments Do not exceed the load capacity and maximum power of the engine specified for your craft Correctly distribute the load according to sea conditions It is essential that the skipper wear an emergency stop switch lanyard attached to his wrist Remember that the propeller of your engine is dangerous for swimmers and divers Check that nobody is near your craft when switching on the engine Pay at...

Page 13: ... plastics recyclables food wood detergents sewerage and even fish parts in certain water in short nearly everything We recommend you bring back everything you take out with you for proper disposal ashore If you have a marine sanitation device head or marine toilet installed use an approved pump out facility at your marine Many areas prohibit the discharge of sewerage overboard or even an operable ...

Page 14: ...e 18 2 COVERAGE Quicksilver craft used solely for recreational purposes are guaranteed as of the date of purchase and for a period of One year against any defects in fabric or workmanship of the craft or its components Five years against aging cracking or porosity of the inflatable tube material which could affect its performance Five years against welding failures of the main thermowelded seams o...

Page 15: ... 24 months from the date of purchase in an official Quicksilver service centre has not been complied with and recommended repairs as specified have not been carried out 10 The craft is sold by the original buyer to a third party 18 4 PROCEDURE To make use of this guarantee the owner will contact the nearest official Quicksilver distributor who will give instructions as to where to send the craft B...

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