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- Page 1 Information & operations manual for Beneteau 43 2008 ‘Namaste’...
- Page 2 All of the yachts in the Horizon fleet are maintained to the highest standards so that you may enjoy a trouble free vacation, on a beautiful yacht. Please remember that these yachts are all privately owned and we ask that you care for it like it was your own.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Contents Yacht specifications 12 volt and 110 volt panels, breakers and fuses The inverter panel Engine start procedures Daily engine checks The generator Electrical systems and charging Air conditioning units Instruments 10. VHF radio 11. Anchoring and using the windlass 12. -
Page 4: Yacht Specifications
1. Yacht specifications Length Beam 13' 6” Draft 6’ 7” Fuel 53 gallons Water 95 gallons Engine 54 hp Volvo Location of: Fresh water refills (starboard transom and port amidships) Diesel refill (port transom) Manual bilge pump (at port helm) Propane tank (at port helm) Windlass breaker (aft cabin, below the berth) Diesel cut off valve (aft cabin, below the berth) - Page 5 2. 12 Volt Panel & 110 Volt Panel 12v switches: • Battery Gauge • Water Gauge • Fuel Gauge • Cabin Lights and Fans • Navigational Lights – dual toggle switch for sailing lights or motoring lights • Anchor Light •...
- Page 6 Breakers Main battery breaker, shown in “on” position Water heater breaker, should always be in the “off” position, as shown here The main battery and water heater breakers are located behind the instrument panel: Open the panel by using this pop-out knob...
- Page 7 3. Inverter interface panel When plugged into shore–power, the “ac in” and one of the three battery status lights will be illuminated in the status bar. Under the control heading, the “charge” light will be illuminated. TO USE THE INVERTER: 1.
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Page 8: Engine Start Procedures
Leave key in vertical position as per this photograph. Should you hear an engine alarm during operation, check which alarm light is on and then shut down the engine and contact Horizon. All yacht engines run with diesel. There is a diesel filler cap on the transom which is clearly marked ‘Diesel’. -
Page 9: Daily Engine Checks
3. The fan belt is protected by the metal plate at the front of the engine which means you cannot easily check the tension of the belt. If you hear any ‘screeching’ from the engine please call Horizon as it likely that the fan belt is the cause of the noise. -
Page 10: The Generator
6. Generator Namaste is fitted with its own generator which will run the 110v outlets, the air conditioning and will also charge the batteries in place of the engine. The generator is located beneath the starboard helm seat. The main breaker for the generator is located on the “front”... - Page 11 Do not hold the starter sequence for more than 5 to 7 seconds. If the generator does not start, wait for one minute and try again for a maximum of 5 to 7 seconds. If this fails call Horizon. Stopping the generator •...
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Page 12: Electrical Systems And Charging
7. Electrical systems and charging Please run the main engine or the generator for 1.5 hours in the morning and evening as a minimum to keep your 12v batteries charged. On the electrical panel if you see the voltage below 12.3v it is time to recharge your batteries. -
Page 13: Air Conditioning Units
8. Air conditioning The air conditioning breakers should be turned on after the generator has been running for 5 minutes (or once the boat is plugged into shore power) and the breakers should be shut off before stopping the generator or unplugging from shore power. - Page 14 Note: If your air condition unit shuts down and the display reads ‘HPF’ or ‘HI PF’ it means there is a high pressure fault in the cooling system. This is usually caused by air being trapped in the line. There is a bleed valve located under the floor board in the salon that enables you to bleed the system of any air.
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Page 15: Instruments
9. Instruments Located at the helm are the following Raymarine instruments: Starboard helm: ST6002 Autopilot ST60+ Graphic display Port helm: ST60+ Tridata ST60+ Wind Indicator At the cockpit table is a Raymarine E120 chart plotter:... -
Page 16: Vhf Radio
In the event that your vessel is involved in a non-life threatening incident with an object or with another vessel, it is important that you contact the Horizon Office immediately at 494 8787 or 542 8788. Please remember to get as much information as possible about your location, the other vessel’s description and what damage has been done to your vessel so that we can best assist you. - Page 17 Types of emergency: In the unlikely event that you are involved in an emergency stay calm and follow these steps. You will also have an Emergency Procedure card next to your VHF. Distress: “MAYDAY, MAYDAY, MAYDAY.” This is an International Distress signal and an imperative call for assistance.
- Page 18 11. Anchoring & Windlass Setting your anchor: Preparation: • Establish a non verbal communication system from bow to stern, as with the noise of the engine and wind, verbal communication proves difficult. • Tie the dinghy painter close to the boat at the bow or amidships to avoid wrapping it around the prop.
- Page 19 The fuse is located in the starboard aft cabin below the bed as you face into the cabin. If the breaker is in the down position the fuse has tripped, flick the breaker up to reset the windlass. If you have any doubts or concerns, please call Horizon. Windlass Breaker...
- Page 20 Manual operation of windlass If you lose power to your windlass, start the engine and give it some revs, to make sure you have not just got a low battery voltage. Then make sure the windlass breaker with the anchor icon is in the ‘on’ position on the 12 volt panel.
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Page 21: Picking Up A Mooring Buoy
12. Picking up a mooring buoy • Ensure the dinghy painter is tied off short on the bow or amidships and is clear of the prop. • Approach the mooring buoy, keeping the bow into the wind or current, whichever prevails. •... -
Page 22: Fresh Water Systems
Turn off faucet, pump will continue to run until adequate pressure has built up to operate pressure switch to cut the pump out. • If pump does not cut out, it may be necessary to repeat the purging process and open other faucets • If you have any problems, call Horizon... -
Page 23: Heads
14. Heads • Nothing is to be put down the head unless it has been digested first, with the exception of 3 sheets of paper. • Prior to use, move the lever to wet bowl to add water - 4/6 pumps. •... -
Page 24: Showers
15. Showers Your yacht has a hot & cold, fresh-water shower in each head and on the transom. If the engine has been running, the hot water can be very hot – be cautious! In order to use the showers, the fresh-water pump must be activated on the 12v panel. -
Page 25: Refrigeration
16. Refrigeration The system on this boat is an upgraded 12v refrigerator with separate freezer. This system is designed to run 24hrs a day if you wish. To ensure that it does not fail keep your batteries charged. If the level goes below 12.2v both the fridge and the freezer will automatically switch off. - Page 26 If detected, open up the bilges and hatches. Point the boat downwind and use the manual bilge pump to pump out the bilges. • Call Horizon immediately Under no circumstances should you use the electrical bilge pumps or any other electrical system if you suspect a gas leak.
- Page 27 18. BBQ • When using the BBQ, tie your dinghy off at the side of the yacht, not off the stern • Make sure the bimini is not close to the BBQ • Never use the BBQ while sailing • Never use the BBQ on a dock •...
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Page 28: Fire Safety
19. Fire Safety Prevention is the best answer to fire safety. • Always switch off the safety solenoid when stove is not in use • Never leave the stove or oven burning unattended. • Never change propane tanks whilst barbequing. •... - Page 29 20. Dinghy & Outboard The driver of the dinghy must be over 18, and must at all times be wearing the kill cord. Never operate the dinghy under the influence of alcohol or drugs. • Always tow your dinghy on a short line while motoring and a long line while sailing, always tow with the engine leg up as it gives you an extra half knot.
- Page 30 Pull cord Stop button Gear Shift Choke Throttle Lever to lower Kill Cord and raise the outboard Fuel tank Fuel line connection; make sure this is securely attached Fuel vent – make sure this is slightly open at all times...