A JEANNEAU is made to last, in order to bring you all the pleasure you expect from a vessel over a period of many years. Each boat is subject to the utmost attention to detail from the design stage right through to launching.
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This user guide/owner's manual is not a maintenance or repair guide. In case of difficulty do not hesitate to call on the services of your concessionaire JEANNEAU. Any alterations which may affect the safety specifications of the boat must be assessed, carried out and recorded by persons qualified to do so.
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Anyone on the deck shall wear a life jacket or a buoyancy aid. The safety regulations as defined by the sailing code and enforced by the !!COLREG!! should be observed. NAME PLATE: Some of the data is shown on the manufacturer's plate fixed to the boat. The explanation of the data is given in the appropriate chapters of this manual.
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HISTORY OF UPDATES "Index A .........................05/2012 "Index B .........................05/2013 "Index C .........................10/2013 "Index D .........................05/2014 "Index E .........................01/2015 3/108...
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CONTENTS MERRY FISHER 755 Code: 951795 Total number of pages: 108 MARLIN Anglais Update 01/2015 Index E INTRODUCTION ..SPECIFICATIONS AND WARRANTY Chapter 1 ..........Page 7 ..SAFETY Chapter 2 .................... Page 13 Chapter 3 ..HULL ....................Page 29 ..
SPECIFICATIONS AND WARRANTY TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS CERTIFICATION DESIGN CATEGORY YOUR BOAT 7/108...
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Maximum motorisation mass ...................280 kg Battery capacity ......................1 x 110A Cabins............................1 Note: The capacities indicated are maximum (including options). Architect ..................Bureau d'Etudes JEANNEAU CERTIFICATION CE Category Persons Maximum The engine is the main propulsion means of the MERRY FISHER 755 MARLIN. 8/108...
DESIGN CATEGORY Significant height of Wind force Design category waves to be considered (Beaufort scale) (in metres H 1/3) Vessel designed for navigation: A - #At high sea# Over 4 m Over 8 B - #In open sea# Up to and including 4 m Up to and including 8 C - #Near to the coast# Up to and including 2 m...
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Category A: At high sea The boat is designed to sail in winds that may exceed Beaufort force 8 and in waves of a significant height of 4 metres and more. This craft is largely self-sufficient. Abnormal conditions such as hurricanes are excluded. Such conditions may be encountered on extended voyages, for example across oceans, or inshore when unsheltered from the wind and waves for several hundred nautical miles.
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............. ENGINE KEY NUMBER ............. Your agent 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).
SAFETY SAFETY EQUIPMENT GENERAL INFORMATION FIGHT AGAINST FIRE RECOMMENDATIONS FOR GAS DRAINAGE SYSTEM INSTRUCTIONS IN THE EVENT OF STEERING GEAR FAILURE 13/108...
SAFETY EQUIPMENT Swimming ladder (means of coming back onboard) Reference 1 Position of the liferaft (not supplied) Reference 2 SWIMMING LADDER (Reference 1) Closed Open LIFERAFT (Reference 2) 14/108...
GENERAL INFORMATION DANGERS The major hazards concern: - The electrical system. - The handling of the vessel. - The motorisation. Please refer to the relevant paragraphs. DANGER - Fuel leaks or vapour represent a danger of fire and explosion. - Leave the engine compartment ventilated for a long time before starting the engine.
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EMERGENCY EVACUATION AND LOCATION OF EXTINGUISHERS COMFORT version FISHING version Emergency exits in case of fire: -Sliding hatch -Side doors 16/108...
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FISHING version COMFORT version Recommended positioning of portable extinguishers (not supplied): - Wheelhouse 17/108...
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FIGHT AGAINST FIRE It is the owner's or the skipper's responsibility: - To have the extinguishers checked in pursuance of the instructions given. - Use extinguisher replacements with equivalent features (same capacity and fire resistance) if the ones in place are out of date or have been used. - To tell the crew: - where the extinguishers are and how they work, - The location of the discharge opening in the reservoir petrol compartment,...
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EXTINGUISHERS The extinguishers are part of the compulsory equipment. An extinguisher or a fire blanket shall be set less than 2 m from any flame appliance. Extinguishers must be placed less than 5 m from any berth. An extinguisher shall be less than 1 m from the steering station. The extinguishers must be in position (see #Extinguisher positions# diagram).
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FUEL SUPPLY VALVE - LOCATION Location - On the fuel tank : This access trapdoor must be closed BY HAND without using any particular tool (especially a winch handle or cap spanner). HOW TO APPLY IN CASE OF FIRE COMPARTMENT FUEL TANK: - Stop the engine.
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RECOMMENDATIONS FOR GAS Type of cylinder: butane, service pressure 10 kg/cm or according to current standards of your country). Close the valves on the system and on the cylinder when the appliances are not used. Close the valves before you change cylinders and immediately in case of emergency. Never leave unattended an appliance that is working.
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Regularly check and replace the rubber tubings that link the cylinder to one end of the circuit and the stove to the other one, depending on the norms and regulations in force in your country. Pay particular attention to keep in good condition the screw thread of the cylinder on which the regulator is.
MANUAL BILGE PUMP Location Operation - 0,7/blow WARNING - The bilge pump system is not designed to provide buoyancy to the boat in case of damage. - 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.
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BILGE PUMP SYSTEM - LOCATION FISHING version COMFORT version 24/108...
DRAINAGE SYSTEM PROCEDURE TO BE FOLLOWED - Switch on the electric bilge pump. - If necessary activate the manual pump. - Identify the source of the leak by tasting the water and decide on the relevant action to be taken: "...
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Designation Cockpit draining Cockpit draining INSTRUCTIONS IN THE EVENT OF STEERING GEAR FAILURE - Stop the engine. - Drop anchor to avoid drifting. - Find out if you can solve the problem yourself by looking at the engine manual. - Request help. 28/108...
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HULL MAINTENANCE OF THE HULL LIFTING 29/108...
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LIFTING WETTED AREA: 16,5 M² PRECAUTION - Consult the harbourmaster's office to find out the conditions of water 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.
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MAINTENANCE OF THE HULL The materials and equipments of your boat have been selected because of their high quality and performance and ease of maintenance. However you shall carry out a minimum maintenance in order to protect your boat from outside attacks (salt, sun, electrolysis ...).
DECK NAVIGATION - DECK LAYOUT MOORING LINES TOWING STABILITY PREVENTION OF MAN OVERBOARD MOORING MAINTENANCE OF THE DECK 33/108...
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NAVIGATION - DECK LAYOUT A. Mooring cleats aft B. Towing: -at the bow, to be towed -at the stern, to tow C. Swimming ladder (means of coming back onboard) Towing ring: Used to maneuver the boat on a trailer WARNING The sudden closing of a locker due to a gust of wind or movement of the boat could result in injury.
MOORING LINES A sufficient number of mooring lines suitably sized and suitable for the environment shall be on board for mooring your boat. - Always manoeuvre your boat using the engine. - Make allowance for the current and wind when you handle your boat. - Protect your boat to the highest degree with suitably sized fenders.
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Opening / Closure Sliding hatch Window lock (fishing version) Access Cockpit - Access Cockpit - Open To be kept closed when sailing Access - Side bay 36/108...
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Access - Aft quarterdeck A trapdoor located on the stern deck at the level of the engine well allows access to: - The fuel supply valve, - The engine tightening on the aft bulkhead. This access trapdoor must be closed BY HAND without using any particular tool (especially a winch handle or cap spanner).
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STABILITY Breaking waves represent a serious danger for stability and for taking in water. Close the companionway doors and hatches in heavy seas. During sailing keep all the portholes, windows and doors closed. - The stability is 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.
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DECK ELECTRIC WINDLASS - BREAKER LOCATION 1. Mooring cleats 2. Bow fitting 3. Chain locker 4. Windlass 5. Chain rim 6. Position for remote control 7. Handle position 8. Clinch Breaker 80A Operation relay Location: Wheelhouse Location: Forward cabin Operation: The windlass is powered by the engine battery.
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MOORING As a rule, set the anchor in at least 3 times the depth of water. ANCHORING WITHOUT WINDLASS - Have your boat pointed into 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 ANCHORING WITH ELECTRIC WINDLASS - Turn on the boat engine.
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ANCHORING BY HAND WITH USE OF A MANUAL WINDLASS - Release the windlass brake using the handle located in the chain locker so as to allow the chain lifter to turn freely and to release the anchor from the stem fitting - Re-engage the brake and let the anchor hang until the mooring position is reached.
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- Thoroughly and frequently wash off the pulleys and sheaves with clear water. - Clean and polish with #Rénovateur chrome et inox Jeanneau# (supplied in the maintenance case) the stainless steel parts that may have small rusty spots or minor...
Designation Steering rack Steering wheel Control lever Control cables Cable - Hydraulic steering Watertight bellows Watertight bellows Watertight bellows Piston Outboard STEERING GEAR STEERING AND TURNS - The steering only works when the engine is running. It is impossible to make a turn without using the accelerator.
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INTERIOR MAINTENANCE INTERIOR - Take advantage of the fine weather to take the settee and berth cushions out. - Put the cushions vertically if you leave the boat for long. - Use blinds to protect the inside of the boat against UV rays. - Carefully remove all crumbs.
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COATED FABRIC (PVC) AINTENANCE The PVC must be regularly cleaned with soapy water to maintain its appearance and avoid accumulation of debris. Try to avoid using the following products: lacqeurs, aggressive cleaning products, detergents, xylene or acetone-based products which can cause permanent damage or make the fabric deteriorate.
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Pilot seat / Leaning post Foldaway seat Saloon table 56/108...
WATER TANK Water tank : 100 l Deck filler 'WATER' OPERATION In order to prevent any handling mistakes, never fill the water and fuel tanks at the same time. During filling, avoid handling contaminants near the fillers. Open and close the filler caps with the suitable key. Check the filler cap seals for condition during filling.
WATER UNIT Clean /Change the filter Location: Wheelhouse Control: Wheelhouse 1. Water pump 12V 2. Filter COCKPIT SHOWER SPRAY WARNING To avoid freezing during very cold spells and/or winter storage bleed the cockpit shower hose water system. PRECAUTION - Never operate the water system equipment when the valve is closed or the tank is empty (the electrical equipment may be damaged).
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OPERATION Waste water from the sink, washbasins and heads is drained off by thru-hull fittings with ball valves (the valve is closed when the valve handle is perpendicular to the hose, the valve is open when the valve handle is in line with the hose). All the floors have holes (limber holes) for the water flow.
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Designation Sink Supply pipe Connector Water unit + Filter Water tank - 100 litre Supply pipe Supply pipe Deck filler Pump for deck washing Supply pipe Seawater inlet (Pump for deck washing) Cockpit shower spray Connection (Pump for deck washing) Supply pipe 61/108...
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USE OF WASHBASIN Close the valves and turn off the taps after use. Sink (Galley) Pump for deck washing Location: Compartment tank - Petrol 1. Pump for deck washing - 12V + Filter 2. Seawater intake valve Control: Wheelhouse Connection: Cockpit ADVICE - RECOMMENDATION - Regularly check the valves and thru-hull seacocks for proper operation and watertightness.
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RESPECT OF THE ENVIRONMENT - Remain informed of local regulations concerning the environment and follow the codes of best practice. - Do not drain the contents 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.
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ELECTRICAL EQUIPMENT 12 V DC SYSTEM ELECTRICAL CIRCUIT, 110-220 V EQUIPMENT 65/108...
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DIAGRAM - LOCATION - 12 V CIRCUIT 66/108...