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- Page 1 OWNER’S MANUAL Name of Boat DEHLER 44 Shipyard Number HIN (Hull Identification Number) Design Category Dehler Dehler Segelyachten GmbH Industriegebiet Im Langel 22 D-59872 Meschede-Freienohl Tel.: ++49-(0)2903-440-0 Fax: ++49-(0)2903-440-282...
- Page 2 Yacht Manual Dehler 44 Manual version 02.01.07 Your Distributor’s Stamp 2 - 68...
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Yacht Manual Dehler 44 1. Contents 1. CONTENTS ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 3 1.1 F -----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------5 IGURES 1.2 I ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------6 NTRODUCTION 1.3 S --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------7 TICK ON NOTICES 1.4 D ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------9 ESIGN ATEGORY 1.5 I --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------9 DENTIFICATION 1.6 M ’ ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 10 ANUFACTURER LATE 1.7 S... - Page 4 Yacht Manual Dehler 44 5. FIRE PROTECTION---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 49 5.1 F --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 49 REVENTION 5.2 A ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ 49 CTIVE FIRE PROTECTION 5.3 F -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 50 IREFIGHTING 5.4 I ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 51 N THE EVENT OF FIRE IN THE GALLEY 5.5 I --------------------------------------------------------------- 51 N THE EVENT OF FIRE IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT 5.6 I...
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Page 5: Figures
Yacht Manual Dehler 44 1.1 Figures ..............................8 ARNINGS ........................14 RANSPORT MEASUREMENTS ........................... 15 IFTING POINTS FOR BELTS ABB.: G ............................16 ENERALPLAN .............................. 17 ECK LAYOUT ABB.:H ............................. 19 ALYARD RUNNING ABB: S ............................20 HROUDS TAYS ..........................23 NGINE INSTALLATION .......................... -
Page 6: Introduction
Yacht Manual Dehler 44 1.2 Introduction This manual has been written and compiled to make it possible for you to use your sailing yacht, a DEHLER 44, in a safe and pleasant way. Apart from many details regarding the yacht itself, the manual... -
Page 7: Stick On Notices - List
Yacht Manual Dehler 44 1.3 Stick on notices - List List of the most important information, indicated by stick on notices. Observance of the notices is very important for both the boat and its crew. Non-observance of the notices can lead to total loss of the boat and problems for the crew. -
Page 8: Abb : Warnings
Yacht Manual Dehler 44 Electric water- Sticker next to the switch on the shore heater connection panel When sailing, close Sticker on each locker door hand the sea cocks washbasin and galley valve Notice for the Sticker on frame of escape hatch forward... -
Page 9: Design Category
One of the requirements of the EC Directive on Pleasure Craft is that every boat must belong to a specific design category. The yacht type DEHLER 44 belongs to Design Category A. The Directive describes Design Category A as follows:... -
Page 10: Manufacturer S Plate
Yacht Manual Dehler 44 1.6 Manufacturer’s Plate The manufacturer’s plate on the companionway bulkhead starboard is a requirement of the EC Directive, giving certain data which are explained here. Explanation of the information required by the Directive: Design Category A: High Sea Maximum Load This weight indication includes. -
Page 11: Statement Of Conformity
Yacht Manual Dehler 44 1.7 Statement of Conformity Dehler Deutschland GmbH Industriegebiet Im Langel D-59872 Meschede-Freienohl EC- Statement of Conformity according to EC-Directive “Pleasure Craft” 94/25/EC, Annex XV amended by Directiv 2003/44/EC We hereby state that the sailing boat described hereunder complies with the basic safety and health requirements of the EC Directive “Pleasure Craft”, both in its concept and construction... -
Page 12: Technical Regulations
Yacht Manual Dehler 44 1.8 Technical Regulations Appendix to the Statement of Conformity or Manufacturer’s Certificate Relevant Standards and/or Technical Regulations listed in the same order as in Annex I and Annex II of the Directive Annex I Design Category... -
Page 13: Description Of The Boat
Yacht Manual Dehler 44 2. Description of the boat 2.1 Main data On the basics of difference materials an keels they on values data for weight LWL and draft D44sq D44R Overall length 13,70 m 13,70 m 13,70 m üA... -
Page 14: Height
The Directive requires the maximum number of persons recommended on board when the boat is sailing in its designated range to be delineated. The Dehler 44 is designed for offshore navigation, that is to say trips of several days between different ports. -
Page 15: Life-Raft
On the Dehler 44, the recommended lifting points are marked on the edge of the coaming. The forward lifting point corresponds to A, approx. 4,30 m from the front of the bow and the after lifting point to B, approx. -
Page 16: General Drawings
Yacht Manual Dehler 44 3. General Drawings 1 Sail storage space 2 Bow berths 3 Holding tank 4 head bow 5 Fresh water tank port bow 6 Sofa saloon 7 Navigation place 8 Battery: engine 9 Clothes locker bow berth... -
Page 17: Decklayout
Yacht Manual Dehler 44 Decklayout Components 1 Under deck Furler 2 Pulpit 3 anchor hatch 4 anchor fitting 5 Bow cleat 6 escape hatch 7 Deck hatch 8 Holding tank forward 9 Water fill in 10 Mast collar 11 Chain plate... -
Page 18: Sail Plan
Yacht Manual Dehler 44 -3.2.1 Deck The deck is a sandwich construction. Balsa wood of different thicknesses is used as intermediate layer. In areas with a lot of strain reinforcements of aluminium, plywood or solid wood are used. Fittings such as genoa slides, halyard pegs, winches, deck hatches or rollers are screwed and sealed with a flexible silicone rubber substance. -
Page 19: Abb.:halyard Running
Yacht Manual Dehler 44 3.3.2 Rigging plan The mast is placed in a mast step under deck: Mast length: 20,984 m Boom length 6,38 m Length upper spreader 0,8m, mid spreader 1,10m, lower spreader 1,25m The profile measurements for the Selden rigging are higher than the necessary minimum... -
Page 20: Shrouds, Stays And Halyards
Yacht Manual Dehler 44 3.3.4 Genoa slide / Main sheet traveller Both the genoa slide and the main sheet traveller can be continuously adjusted from the cockpit. The adjustable top setting on the genoa slide is particularly practical with a foresail roller reefing system. -
Page 21: Running Rigging
Yacht Manual Dehler 44 3.5 Running Riggingt Name Material Diameter Lenght Identifying thread Genoa halyard Dyneema 12 mm 40 m blue 1st spinnaker halyard Dyna Lite 12 mm 42 m Main halyard Dyneema 12 mm 44 m white Dirk Cupsheet... -
Page 22: Description Of Inboard Systems
4. Description of inboard systems 4.1 Engine installation The Dehler 44 is equipped with a Volvo engine installation and saildrive. The table below provides the most important data, but we would like to refer you to the extensive information provided by Yanmar. As the skipper you must be acquainted with the safety and maintenance instructions. -
Page 23: Propeller
Yacht Manual Dehler 44 NGINE INSTALLATION Components 1 = Inboard diesel 2 = Saildrive 3 = Zinc ring 4 = Folding propeller 5 = Gasket 6 = Water collector 7 = Exhaust pipe 8 = Swan’s neck 9 = Outlet... -
Page 24: Abb .:Quick Shut Off Valve
Yacht Manual Dehler 44 4.1.3 Fuel tank The fuel tanks are positioned below the bunk in the stern cabin. There are tanks to both port and starboard, each with a capacity of 90 litres. The tanks are filled individually via the screw caps to port and starboard on the cabin roof structure. - Page 25 Yacht Manual Dehler 44 WARNING To ensure that the fuel system does not draw in any air, switch over from the port fuel tank to the starboard fuel tank in good time. Regularly check the fuel level on the E-Panel in the navigation area!
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Page 26: Engine Switch Panel
Yacht Manual Dehler 44 4.1.5 Engine switch panel The engine switchboard with a control lever is installed in the cockpit’s coaming starboard. All other information can be found in the extensive information provided by FA. Yanmar. 4.1.6 Engine monitoring It is especially important to heed the engine temperature light in calm and tidal waters. If the water supply is disturbed engine over-heating may rapidly occur. -
Page 27: Fresh Water, Drinking Water, Cold
4.2 Fresh water, drinking water, cold The Dehler 44 has four stainless steel water tanks with a total capacity of 400 litres. These are installed below the sofa. The filler cap is located on the coaming close to the mast. An electric water pump with a secondary surge tank supplies the sink and the wash basin in the toilet area. -
Page 28: Fresh Water, Hot
Yacht Manual Dehler 44 4.3 Fresh water, hot A heat exchanger with a capacity of 40 litres has been installed for the production of hot water. It is situated in the technical area between the stern cabins. Components 1 Wash basin outlet... - Page 29 Yacht Manual Dehler 44 4.3.1 Hot water boiler The engine twin-circuit cooling system is used among other things as a heat source. Because the engine is only expected to be used in calm weather and for manouevring in harbour, the hot water boiler/ heat exchanger is also equipped with an electric heating cartridge, which can be operated in harbour with a 230 V alternating current from the shore connection.
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Page 30: Shore Connection Unit
Yacht Manual Dehler 44 4.5 Alternating current installation If the yacht is equipped with a 230 V shore connection unit, when you are mooring in a harbour, you can feed power into the onboard system with a connection cable. The socket (socket according to EEC standards) is to be found at the end of the cockpit. -
Page 31: Abb.: Main Fuses
Yacht Manual Dehler 44 Navigation Permanent Current (not switched by Panel ) 4.6.1 Master switch The master switch for the engine is located in the stern port cabin, in the foot space. The master switch for the power supply batteries is located beneath the navigation table. See photo on the previous page. - Page 32 Yacht Manual Dehler 44 32 - 68...
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- Page 34 Yacht Manual Dehler 44 Abb: 230V System 4.6.3 Electric wiring diagram The wiring diagram is there to help specialists to trace faults. It shows the layout of the 12 V and 230 V systems in a diagrammatical form. 34 - 68...
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Page 35: Additional Fuses
Yacht Manual Dehler 44 4.6.4 Additional fuses Apart from the fuses on the control panel and in the companion way, three more “in-line” fine wire fuses have been installed, in each case a 3.25 A fine fuse in the control cables of the indicator for the consumer batteries. -
Page 36: Tank Monitoring
Yacht Manual Dehler 44 4.6.8 Tank monitoring The fuel tank, water tank and holding tank indicators are all integrated in the navigation control panel. Thus their level can be checked. NOTE The control indicator is a stepped indicator with four steps ¼... -
Page 37: Terminals/Supplies
Yacht Manual Dehler 44 4.6.9 Terminals/Supplies In the event of a fault it is necessary for its elimination to check whether the distribution points are receiving any current. In this page we want to show you where the terminals and supplies are positioned and how to find them on your boat. - Page 38 Yacht Manual Dehler 44 Important Before setting out: check the battery voltage and functioning of the navigation lights Important Never work on live electrical installations, choose more or less powerful fuses and thermofuses, install electrical appliances that exceed the permissable loading of the power circuit.
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Page 39: Bilge Systems
Yacht Manual Dehler 44 4.7 Bilge systems 4.7.1 Anchor locker The anchor locker is watertight from the boat. It empties outboard directly through an opening. 4.7.2 Cockpit The cockpit is drained through the bilge drains in the foot space to port and starboard. -
Page 40: Piston Pump
Yacht Manual Dehler 44 4.7.4 Piston pump A piston pump is an excellent bilge emptying device. Every boat should have one on board and it should always be accessible in the galley locker. 4.7.5 Electric bilge pump In addition we have installed an electric bilge pump with a capacity of 120 l/min. The suction filter (2) is under the galley towards the middle of the bilges. -
Page 41: Rudder System
Yacht Manual Dehler 44 4.8 Rudder system The rudder system only needs minimum maintenance. The rudder blade with rudder shaft is held in an upper and lower pendulum bearing. The power is transmitted from the cable drum on the steering column via a cross piece to the steering gear and from there to the rudder quadrant. -
Page 42: Rudder Blade And Rudder Housing
Yacht Manual Dehler 44 4.8.2 Rudder blade and rudder housing The rudder blade is a modern pre-balanced GFK profiled blade with considerable rudder force. The rudder shaft with a diameter of 69mm mm is made from sea water resistant aluminium, offset and tapered towards the lower end. The rudder force from the shaft is transferred to the rudder blade via welded fittings. -
Page 43: Gas System
Yacht Manual Dehler 44 4.9 Gas system The Dehler 44’s gas system for the cooker has been installed in accordance with German regulation G 608 and in compliance with European Standard EN 10240. The stamped test certificate is included in your yacht’s documentation. Camping-GAZ bottles of up to 2800 gr. -
Page 44: Yacht Manual Dehler
Yacht Manual Dehler 44 IMPORTANT When switching off, always observe the following sequence: Turn off burner – Shut off valve in locker - Close valve in bottle emplacement. Some additional hints on how to avoid problems with your gas installation: Close the valves of the supply pipe and the bottle, when you are not using the cooker. - Page 45 Yacht Manual Dehler 44 Important Note Every two years you must comply with the obligatory inspections in accordance with Regulation G 608 and ask the technician for a certificate. Do not use solutions containing ammonium for checking the pipe. Never use a naked flame to search for a leak.
- Page 46 Yacht Manual Dehler 44 ATTENTION Never leave your vessel without supervision when installations using liquid gas are being used. ATTENTION Never smoke, and never use any open flame when using liquid gas. Check the hose lines of the liquid gas installation regularly, at least once a year. Replace these if you discover any damage.
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Page 47: Pump - Wc
Yacht Manual Dehler 44 4.10 Pump - WC The WC on board is a commercially available pump toilet. Without a holding tank, the fresh water intake is opened and the contents are pumped out through the outlet valve. See also the supplier’s instructions for use. -
Page 48: Emptying Of The Tank
Yacht Manual Dehler 44 4.10.4 Emptying of the tank Where sewage emptying stations are available, the tank contents should be drawn off through the standard deck screw fitting (1). OLDING TANK SYSTEM Components 1 = Suction fitting 2 = Level indicator... -
Page 49: Fire Protection
5. Fire protection 5.1 Fire Prevention During the construction of the Dehler 44 we have paid special attention to avoiding the risk of fire. This included careful consideration of the choice of materials, the distance between the cooker burner flames and the surrounding built-in furnishings and the onboard diesel engine, with the engine compartment lined with self-extinguishing insulation material. -
Page 50: Firefighting
Yacht Manual Dehler 44 Nr. 1 Dry powder extinguisher under the navigation seat Fire category PG2 / 13A89B Nr. 2 NOTE Next to the second companionway step there is an opening. In the event of fire, a fire in the... -
Page 51: In The Event Of Fire In The Galley
Yacht Manual Dehler 44 5.4 In the event of fire in the galley Immediately close the gas supply valve! Extinguish the flames with the fire blanket. It can be re-used afterwards. If furnishing elements are on fire, use the fire extinguisher. -
Page 52: Heating
In order to make the sailing season less dependent on weather conditions and create a good interior climate in the Dehler 44, a Webasto Air Top AT5000 diesel heater can be installed. The heater is installed at the starboard side aft in the stern storage space and is accessible through the starboard stern flap door. -
Page 53: Dispensing Pump/Filter
Yacht Manual Dehler 44 6.2 Dispensing pump/Filter The dispensing pump and the fuel filter are mounted behind the diesel filter and are accessible through the cover aft under the port side cabin quilting. 6.3 Temperature control The control element is mounted on the panel in the navigation area. The heating can be steadily adjusted. -
Page 54: Hull Openings, Sea Cocks
Yacht Manual Dehler 44 . Hull openings, sea cocks Openings under the waterline are possible weak points, to which we have therefore paid a lot of attention. The hull openings are made of a GL tested brass alloy and where necessary fitted with a fast shut-off ball valve. -
Page 55: Leak Stoppers
Yacht Manual Dehler 44 7.1. Leak stoppers In the event of a seacock or hull opening being damaged your Dehler 44 is equipped with several leak stoppers made of soft wood, the diameters of which fit the different sizes of hull opening so that each opening can be blocked. -
Page 56: Anchoring, Towing And Mooring Systems
Yacht Manual Dehler 44 8. Anchoring, towing and mooring systems Anchor Delta Anchor 20 kg, fire-galvanized (an anchor with great holding power). 8.2 Second anchor Depending on its sailing area, a boat must be equipped with a second anchor, length of chain and anchor line. -
Page 57: Environmental Protection
9. Environmental protection 9.1 Fuel and oil When filling your Dehler 44 you should be extremely careful. A piece of cloth around the filling cap can avoid fuel getting from the fuel hose into the water. In your engine manual you will also find a diagram with a graph showing specific fuel consumption. -
Page 58: Antifouling Paint
Yacht Manual Dehler 44 9.6 Antifouling Paint The part under the waterline of the Dehler 44 can be protected by antifouling paint, since growth and vegetation means more energy consumption just to run the boat. The range of protective paints is large, their effect is wide and therefore the type of paint can be suited to every type of water. -
Page 59: Ten Golden Rules For Water Sports Enthusiasts
Yacht Manual Dehler 44 10. Ten golden rules for water sports enthusiasts Avoid sailing into canebrakes, reed beds and all other densely covered shore areas. Avoid shingle, sand and mud banks (resting and feeding areas for birds) as well as shoreline copses. -
Page 60: Maintenance, Repairs And Cleaning
Teak: Regularly wash with clear water. For a richer colour, sand lightly and impregnate with teak 11.2 Cleaning Clean the parts of the boat under the waterline of your Dehler 44 as soon as the boat is taken out of the water. High-pressure cleaning machines remove every kind of vegetation. The next task is the repair and cleaning of the gel coat and varnish. -
Page 61: Care Of The Sails
Yacht Manual Dehler 44 should be checked. When the rigging is down, you can repair every small bit of damage with very little effort. Rigging check: Wash the entire rigging abundantly with fresh water before winter storage. For winter storage you should examine the standing and running rigging, the halyard blocks and shroud bottle screws. -
Page 62: Interval Between Engine Servicing
Yacht Manual Dehler 44 NOTE The zinc ring/magnesium ring (sacrifice anode) should be renewed annually. Note During winter storage the propeller should be cleaned of any vegetation and be inspected. If deformed, dented or nicked these areas must be repaired. -
Page 63: Hose Clamps
Yacht Manual Dehler 44 11.8 Hose clamps All hoses and pipes under the construction waterline are fixed with double hose clamps. Every year you should check the clamps still fit firmly. Water tank NOTE From time to time change the water in the tank. In addition you should add commercially available water purifying agents e.g. -
Page 64: Pump Wc
If you need spare parts and the original parts are not available, then you should pay attention to the characteristics given in the manual, to keep the Dehler 44 technically at the same high level as when you acquired it. -
Page 65: Repairs
Yacht Manual Dehler 44 11.16 Repairs Any specialist company can repair the hull. The interior construction has been designed in such a way that nearly all areas are easily accessible without upheaval. For repairs of the technical equipment, please see a specialist company. Your distributor will be pleased to help you. - Page 66 Yacht Manual Dehler 44 If you have any questions about sailing or legal regulations, please contact the department for Waterways and Navigation. Here are also the addresses of the regional Navigation Authorities or those relevant in your case. Wasser- und Schiffahrtsdirektion Nord Hindenburgufer 247, 24106 Kiel Tel.
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Page 67: Warranty Card
Yacht Manual Dehler 44 14. Warranty Card Dehler – Warranty card We are convinced of the quality of our sailing boats and are therefore able to offer the following additional guarantee, over and above the various legal warranties of the European... -
Page 68: Manufacturers' Information
Yacht Manual Dehler 44 15. Manufacturers’ Information This is a list of the firms whose guarantee and warranty conditions you will find in the documentation. These firms are ready to help you through their extensive service network. Nevertheless, if you have any problems, please contact your distributor.
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