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BENETEAU OCEANIS 343 Owner's Manual

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FR-BEY _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _
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BENETEAU REF:
CONTENTS:
1.
INTRODUCTION ....................................................................................................................................... 2
2.
CHARACTERISTICS ................................................................................................................................ 4
2.1.
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2.2.
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2.4.
3.
SAFETY ....................................................................................................................................................... 8
3.1.
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3.2.
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3.3.
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3.4.
3.5.
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4.
EQUIPMENT ............................................................................................................................................ 12
4.1.
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4.2.
4.3.
4.4.
4.5.
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5.
ANCHORING, MOORING AND TOWING.......................................................................................... 24
6.
HAULING OUT AND TRANSPORTATION ........................................................................................ 25
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SNSM.......................................................................................................................................................... 26
8.
CHARTER FOR THE SEA AND INLAND WATERWAYS ............................................................... 27
APPENDIX A : LIFTING KEEL SYSTEM..................................................................................................... 28
Océanis 343 - ANG - 26/12/05
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  • Page 1: Table Of Contents

    OWNER’S MANUAL OCEANIS 343 FR-BEY _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ BENETEAU REF: CONTENTS: INTRODUCTION ............................2 CHARACTERISTICS ..........................4 2.1. ’ ........................ 4 HE BOAT S IDENTITY SHEET 2.2............................4 IMENSIONS 2.3..............................5 2.4.

  • Page 2: Introduction

    1. INTRODUCTION Dear Madam, dear Sir, You have just taken delivery of your new BENETEAU, and we would first of all like to thank you for your confidence in choosing one of our products. A BENETEAU is built to last: each boat is the subject of attentive care down to the slightest details, from her design until she leaves the factory and is launched, so that she will provide you with the many years of joy that you expect from her.
  • Page 3 The users of this boat are advised that: The entire crew should receive appropriate training In some countries, a driving licence or an authorisation is needed, or there are specific regulations in force. Always maintain your boat correctly and take into account deterioration resulting from time and significant or inappropriate wear of the boat.

  • Page 4: Characteristics

    2. CHARACTERISTICS 2.1. The boat’s identity sheet • Chantiers Bénéteau NAME OF BUILDER ……………………... • DESIGN CATEGORY…………………. • kW (inboard engine) MAXIMUM RECOMMENDED POWER…... • CE 0607 N° OF NOTIFIED BODY CATEGORY HEIGHT OF WIND FORCE WAVES (m) (BEAUFORT) > 4 >8 ≤8 <...

  • Page 5: Load

    2.3. Load DESIGN CATEGORIES Boat lightship: 5925 5925 5925 5925 Safety equipment: Sails: Lightship displacement: 6100 6100 6100 6100 Life raft: Crew: Water: Fuel: Reserves and stores Optional equipment Teak deck : Air Conditioning : Autopilot: Spinnaker gear: Microwave oven: Spray hood Bimini top: Battery:...

  • Page 6: Sails And Rigging

    2.4. Sails and rigging 2.4.1. Characteristics of the sail plan: SAIL CLASSIC SAIL FURLING DIMENSIONS AREA SAIL AREA MAINSAIL 28.20 m² 24.70 m² 13.24 m GENOA ( 130%) 32.10 m² 32.10 m² 3.90 m SPINNAKER 87.45 m² / m² 11.93 m ASYMMETRIC 78.24 m²...
  • Page 7 2.4.3. Running rigging plan DESCRIPTION Mainsheet car control Mainsail halyard Reef 1 Reef 2 Mainsheet Boom vang Spinnaker halyard(opt) Spinnaker boom topping lift (opt) Spinnaker boom downhaul (opt) Mainsheet car control Océanis 343 – ANG – 26/12/05 7 / 28...

  • Page 8: Safety

    3. SAFETY 3.1. Fire 3.1.1. Risks The main risks are associated with the engine (§ 4.1), the electrical system (§ 4.3) and the gas system (§ 4.4). Please consult the relevant chapters. 3.1.2. Fire fighting equipment Portable extinguishers The boat is delivered without extinguishers, the application of the national regulationsn of the country of registration of your boat are your responsibility.
  • Page 9 3.1.4. Preventive advice General Do not freely hang curtains or any other fabrics close to or above cooking appliances or other naked flame appliances. Keep the bilges clean and regularly check for the absence of vapours and fuel or gas leaks. Do not stow combustible materials in the engine compartment.

  • Page 10: Visibility

    3.2. Visibility Visibility from the helm station can be obstructed because of high angles of the boat’s trim or because of other factors caused by one or several of the following conditions: Load and distribution of the load Speed Sea state Rain and spray Darkness and fog Light inside the boat...

  • Page 11: Prevention Of Falling Overboard

    3.4. Prevention of falling overboard Some boats are fitted with folding bathing ladders. The bathing ladder should be in place as soon as anybody is on board. The parts of the deck that are not considered as part of the working deck and which should not be used underway are shaded on the diagram below.

  • Page 12: Equipment

    4. EQUIPMENT For further information on the different items of equipment installed, please refer to their manuals included with the boat’s documentation. 4.1. Engine 4.1.1. Operating advice Do not install in this boat an engine of superior power or weight than what is recommended, because this could hinder stability.
  • Page 13 4.1.2. Fuel tanks Description Tank (75 L) Filler Filter Locking latch The indicated capacities cannot be totally used depending on trim, load or the position of filling and possible places of draining. Océanis 343 – ANG – 26/12/05 13 / 28...

  • Page 14: Steering System

    4.2. Steering system At least once per year check the tension of the cables; in case of doubt, consult your dealer. Boats equipped with a steering wheel are provided with an emergency tiller, make sure that it is accessible at all times. Remove the deck plate, fit the tiller into the socket on the top of the rudder stock and operate the valve.

  • Page 15: Electrical System

    4.3. Electrical system All the functions or switchboards where the voltage is not stated are in 12 or 24 volts 4.3.1. 12V-24V electrical system Never work on a live electrical installation. Batteries should be carefully lashed. Do not obstruct the battery ventilation ducts, some of them discharge hydrogen presenting a risk of explosion.
  • Page 16 4.3.3. Location of battery switches, switchboards and electrical appliances… Before changing a fuse, switch off the battery switches. Some of the equipment in the following table could be on option. DESCRIPTION REF DESCRIPTION Air conditioning switch Electrical panel fuses (2×100A) Speaker Linking relay Fridge...
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  • Page 18 4.3.4. Switchboard and electrical systems Before changing a fuse, switch off the battery switches. The fuses of functions presented on the switchboard are found behind it. Some equipment could be on option. FUNCTION Fuse Navigation lights All round light VHF – Stereo system Bilge pump Pressurised water unit Interior lights...

  • Page 19: Gas System

    4.4. Gas system 4.4.1. Gas cooker Never install flammable materials above cooker (curtains, papers, serviettes, etc…). Never leave the boat unattended when gas or spirit appliances are operating. In the case of gas smells or the accidental extinguishing of the flames (even though the gas supply is automatically shut-off in case of extinction), close the taps and create a draught of air to evacuate residual gas.

  • Page 20: Freshwater And Black Water Tanks

    4.5. Freshwater and black water tanks 4.5.1. Characteristics Description Water tank filler Water tank breather Fwd water tank (160L) Port water tank (95L) Black water rigid sump tank (80L) These capacities cannot be totally used depending on the trim, loading and the position of filling point(s) and / or eventual emptying point(s).
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  • Page 22: Pumps, Seacocks And Skin Fittings

    4.6. Pumps, seacocks and skin fittings 4.6.1. Pumps The bilge pump system is not intended to guarantee the buoyancy of the boat in case of damage. Never let the pumps run dry, this could damage them. Bilge water should be kept to a minimum. Visually check at regular intervals the working condition of each bilge pump.
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  • Page 24: Anchoring, Mooring And Towing

    5. ANCHORING, MOORING AND TOWING Keep the chain locker hatch cover closed at sea Towing should be done at low speeds A tow should be secured in such a way that it can be released under load The owner should ensure that dock lines, tow ropes, attachment points and chains correspond to conditions of use of the boat.

  • Page 25: Hauling Out And Transportation

    6. HAULING OUT AND TRANSPORTATION DIAGRAM AND MEASUREMENTS OF POSITIONING CENTRELINES FOR CRADLES AND LIFTING SLINGS Make sure that the boat is stable on its trailer, both longitudinally and laterally. Do not forget to tighten the straps or belts. Océanis 343 – ANG – 26/12/05 25 / 28...

  • Page 26: Snsm

    7. SNSM Au service des plaisanciers et des professionnels de la mer Les sauveteurs en mer veillent... Tous les marins savent qu'on ne badine pas avec la grande bleue ... Malgré les progrès considérables réalisés en matière de sécurité par les constructeurs de bateaux, un événement de mer est toujours possible et vous pouvez avoir un jour besoin des «...

  • Page 27: Charter For The Sea And Inland Waterways

    8. Charter for the sea and inland waterways L'eau est un milieu vivant, fragile. C'est aussi une ressource précieuse Pour protéger ce milieu, • Je respecte la mer et les rivières, je n'aborde pas les sites protégés, je limite ma pêche aux espèces et tailles autorisées, j'observe les animaux sans les toucher ni les déranger.

  • Page 28: Appendix A : Lifting Keel System

    APPENDIX A : Lifting keel system Operation: To raise the keel, turn the mechanism clockwise. To lower the keel, turn the mechanism anticlockwise. Approximately 114 rotations are necessary for going from one extreme to the other of the keel. Advise on use: When sailing with the keel down, lower the keel completely then raise it again one turn so that the system is always under tension.

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