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OWNER'S MANUAL
Compiled in accord to EN ISO 6185-3:2004 and RSG guidelines
M.E.S. Marine Limited
Zone 1, Unit 64, Deeside Industrial Park, Welsh Road,
Deeside, Flintshire, CH5 2LR.
Tel: 01244 289977
www.europa-sport.co.uk
M.E.S. Marine Limited reserves the right to change, alter, and modify their finished boats, parts, and specifications without notice.
Optional equipment may vary from model to model and year to year. Please consult with your dealer for current information on standard
and optional equipment and specifications.
Revised September 2013
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  • Page 1 M.E.S. Marine Limited reserves the right to change, alter, and modify their finished boats, parts, and specifications without notice. Optional equipment may vary from model to model and year to year. Please consult with your dealer for current information on standard and optional equipment and specifications.
  • Page 2 INDEX Page 3-4 Introduction Page 5 Design categories Page 6 Degree of danger and hazard labels Page 7 Engine and propulsion unit Page 9 Electrical system Page 10 LPG system Page 11-14 Risks of fire Page 15 Flooding and buoyancy information Page 16 Navigation Page 17-19...
  • Page 3 INTRODUCTION Thanks for your choice. This manual has been compiled to help you to operate your craft with safety and pleasure. It contains details of the craft, the equipment supplied or fitted, its systems, and information on their operation. Please read it carefully, and familiarize yourself with the craft before using it.
  • Page 4 In some countries a driving licence or authorisation are required, or specific regulations are in force. Always maintain your craft properly and make allowance for the deterioration that will occur in time and as a result of heavy use or misuse of the craft.

  • Page 5: Design Categories

    DESIGN CATEGORIES Category A: Ocean A boat given design category A is considered to be designed to operate in winds up to where conditions may exceed wind force 8 (Beaufort scale) and significant wave heights of 4 m and above, and vessels largely self- sufficient.
  • Page 6 DEGREE OF DANGER AND HAZARD LABELS The following abbreviations have been used: (D); Danger (W); Warning (C); Caution DANGER denotes an extreme intrinsic hazard exists which would result in high probability of death or irreparable injury if proper precautions are not taken.
  • Page 7 ENGINE AND PROPULSION UNIT DO NOT INSTALL OR USE THIS BOAT WITH AN ENGINE POWER GREATER OF THAT MEASURED ACCORDING TO ISO 8665 AND SUITABLE ON THE BUILDER’S PLATE AND IN THIS MANUAL (D) EVERY CONTACT WITH PROPELLER AND AXIS IN MOTION OR WITH THE ROTARY PARTS OF THE ENGINE IS MOST DANGEROUS DO NOT APPROACH (D) Refer to the manual of the engine for operation, maintenance and winter...

  • Page 8: Carbon Monoxide

    Carbon Monoxide Carbon monoxide accumulation is affected by vessel geometry; hatch, window and door openings; ventilation openings; proximity to other structures; wind direction; vessel speed; and a multitude of other variables. Dangerous levels of carbon monoxide can also accumulate around the outside of the boat when the engine or generator is running.

  • Page 9: Electrical System

    ELECTRICAL SYSTEM locate the position on board of the electrical devices and learn the modality of use by their owner’s manuals (D); locate the position and functions of electrical controls, dials, switches, fuses and also circuit-breakers installed on panel-board or over (D) never (D): a) work on electrical installation while the system is energized b) modify the craft’s electrical system or relevant drawings: installation,...

  • Page 10: Lpg System

    LPG SYSTEM If an LPG system is installed in this craft you must (D): 1) Close fuel supply-line valves and cylinder valves when appliances are not in use. Close valves before refueling and immediately in an emergency. 2) Be sure that appliance valves are closed before opening the cylinder valve. 3) Test the LPG system for leakage regularly.
  • Page 11 RISKS OF FIRE BOAT OWNER/OPERATOR HAS THE RESPONSIBILITY TO OBSERVATE THIS FOLLOWING INSTRUCTIONS Instructions for the correct execution of the following operations related to the safety of the engine system (D): THE LEAST TIME OF ENGINE ROOM’S VENTILATION IS: 10 MINUTES Is advisable to verify the openings and ducts of ventilation and the correct flow of cooling water to prevent overheating and avoid to stow combustible materials into engine space;...
  • Page 12 Cautionary notices to the boat operator General Keep the bilges clean and check for fuel and gas vapours or fuel leaks frequently. When replacing parts of the fire-fighting installation, only matching components shall be used, bearing the same designation or having equivalent technical and fire-resistant capabilities.
  • Page 13 The following warning notices are displayed in the craft in the form of labels selected by the boat manufacturer shall select from the following selection. The same also where a space which is regarded as being sealed is protected by a fixed system, the following information is displayed near the release device.
  • Page 15 FLOODING AND BUOYANCY INFORMATIONS (D): Before using the unit Openings in the hull 1) locate the position of seacocks and through-hull fittings (if present aboard). 2) familiarize with opening/closing controls of seacocks, cockpit drains, semi-fixed sills if present aboard, bungs and other devices in the hull minimise the risk of flooding.
  • Page 16 NAVIGATION Safety advice (D) When operating, occupants are not allowed to stay on the foredeck, nor be sitting on the edge of the cockpit. Avoid standing up and be sure to wear your life jackets. Explanations and warnings concerning manoeuvring limitations: - Do not operate this craft at negative propulsion unit trim settings (bow down) at high speed.

  • Page 17: Other Recommendations

    OTHER RECOMMENDATIONS locate the position on board of reboarding means and of the liferaft stowage and learn the modality of use by their owner’s manuals (D); program periodically maintenance and, if necessary replace the guard- line and the other reboarding means and prevention of the falls outboard (D); program periodically maintenance and, if necessary replace gum guarnitions of portlights, hatches, cockpit openings ad semi-fixed sills if present aboard (D)
  • Page 18 - stability may be reduced when towing or lifting heavy weights using a davit or boom; - air tanks should not be punctured; - breaking waves are serious stability hazard. (W) Information for the owner/operator about bilge-pumping system The boat and/or pump manufacturer shall supply information on the following aspects of the bilge-pumping system: - type, capacity and location of each bilge pump;...
  • Page 19 WARNING (D) The following openings are marked “WATERTIGHT CLOSURE-KEEP SHUT WHEN UNDER WAY”: 1) HATCH 2) PORTLIGHTS 3) CABIN DOOR AND SEMI-FIXED SILL 4) ENGINE ROOM COVER 5) TANKS ROOM COVER WARNING (D) SECURE LOOSE EQUIPMENT SAFELY WHEN UNDERWAY NOTE THIS FOLLOWING MEANS OF REBOARDING ARE READILY ACCESSIBLE AND USABLE, WHEN IN PLACE, WITHOUT THE ASSISTANCE OF ANYONE ON BOARD:...
  • Page 20 OCCASIONAL OPERATIONS Repairs (C) Contact your dealer who will provide the best advice along with adapted parts or materials for the repairs you can carry out by yourself. Large repairs on the hull or on the engine should preferably be carried out by professionals. Your dealer will be able to carry out these repairs or to mandate skilled repairmen.

  • Page 21: Regular Inspections

    REGULAR INSPECTIONS General (W) - fuel hose and its junction; - studs of the battery, level of electrolyte; - bilge pump; - steering gear; - shut-off means of trough hull valves and cockpit drainage conditions Safety equipment (W) Be sure, before you start boating, that you have the required safety equipment onboard, such as: - life jacket;...
  • Page 22 INFLATABLE BOATS A pneumatic boat is composed by three or more compartments among them independent; the valves of inflation/deflation (one for compartment) they don't require maintenance: all it takes is closing the cork to avoid that dirty goes to obstruct the mechanisms. INFLATION Open the cork and, with standard inflator, increase indiscriminately volume of compartments without sending them in pressure.
  • Page 23 Hull :Position the hull on an invades or, in alternative, on the boat trailer. Use a wooden well rounded sleecker to eliminate vegetation and then start operations as described before. Deck :Use a sponge and solution of neutral soap with lukewarm water (or shampoo) to clean external surfaces of the pneumatic boat.
  • Page 24 IDENTIFICATION This boat is build according to ISO6185-3 (International Organization for the Standardization) norms and to the RSG Guidelines . (NB) In order to concur the identification of Your boat for insurance scope, in case of damages, theft, etc, as descript on the down illustrated facsimile of plate, the indications on the builder' s plate fixed in proximity of the rudder wheel.
  • Page 25 STABILITY INFORMATIONS (W) Do not exceed the maximum recommended number of persons. Regardless of the number of persons on board, the total weight of persons and equipment must never exceed the meximun recommended load. Always use the seats/seating spaces provided. (W) When loading the craft, never exceed the maximum recommended load.

  • Page 26: Specific Information

    SPECIFIC INFORMATION NOTE THIS BOAT MAY BE SOLD BY FACTORY WITHOUT ENGINE, FUEL AND ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; THEIR ASSEMBLING BY YOUR DEALER HAVE TO BE DONE ACCORDING TO R.I.Na.’S APPROVAL DESIGN WARNING (D) MANOEUVERABILITY ABOVE KNOTS IS LIMITED SUDDEN TURNS MAY CAUSE LOSS OF CONTROL. REDUCE SPEED BEFORE MAKING SHARP TURNS IN EITHER DIRECTION.
  • Page 27 WARNING (W) FIRE-FIGHTING EQUIPMENT This boat, when in service, should be equipped with portable fire extinguishers and fire blanket WARNING (W) OPERATOR’S FIELD OF VISION FROM THE RUDDER / WHEEL POSITION IS OBSTRUCTED Avoid collisions. When you use this rudder position oversee toward bow and stern as required by the COLREG and Navigation rules.

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