OPERATION MANUAL
Beneteau 43 - Olivetta
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– Manoeuvring and Steering
Manoeuvring and Steering
Olivetta steers easily at idle speed in forward gear. When moving astern the yacht will
move to starboard before it responds to the rudder when you reach 2 knots.
When engaging reverse PAUSE before using revs so reverse lock engages properly.
Always ensure the tender is alongside and secured fore and aft when manoeuvring. Or
if moving astern trail it from the bow.
The best place to learn how your vessel manoeuvres is when you have plenty of space
at an anchorage. Familiarise yourself there before entering a marina. Engage reverse
and test the vessel's response when it reaches 2 to 3 knots.
Before you approach a berth have your fenders down, almost touching the water. The
loops on the mooring ropes should be attached to the deck cleats with the ropes under
the lifelines and ready to throw.
In strong winds use extreme care when moving to a marina berth.
Don't reverse into a
berth.
Approach the dock slowly but ensure you are moving steadily to retain good
steerage. Make sure you know which side of the dock you will be tying up to. Don't be
afraid to ask marina staff for assistance if required.
The tender can be used as propulsion for the vessel if you need to manoeuvre and the
main engine has run out of fuel or failed.
Tie the tender securely fore and aft and have a crewmember operate the outboard to
the skipper's instructions.
Make sure the outboard is in the locked down position so you can use it in reverse.
THIS IS FOR EMERGENCIES ONLY AND CAN ONLY BE DONE IF INSTRUCTED
BY CCY BASE.
