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Esquire 35

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  • Page 1 OWNER’S MANUAL Esquire 35...
  • Page 2 Component locations 11 12 Overboard bathroom sink Bilge pump aft overboard (2) Heater exhaust Air-conditioning cooling water pump overboard Black water tank vent Galley sink drain overboard Fuel tank vent PS Stove exhaust Shower drain pump overboard Engines Bilge pump fwd overboard (1) Fuel tank Cockpit drain Webasto heater...

  • Page 3: Component Locations

    Component locations Fuel filling point Start battery main swithes Black water emtying point Service battery main switch + fuse box Fuel filling point 220V combi gamma switchbox Potable Water filling point 220V shore power switchbox Emergency fuel shot-off Combi Gamma inverter/charger Cabin air vent Seacock black water overboard Escape hatch Owners cabin...

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS: 1 INTRODUCTION ...................... 1 2 SAFETY ALERTS ...................... 2 3 GENERAL INFORMATION AND BOAT DATA .............. 3 3.1 B ........................3 OAT DATA 3.2 C ’ ..................4 ERTIFICATION AND BUILDER S PLATE 3.3 C ....................4 RAFT ESIGN ATEGORY...
  • Page 5 8.10 B ..................... 29 LACK WATER TANK 8.11 G ....................30 ALVANIC CORROSION 8.12 W ....................... 30 INTER STORAGE 8.13 I ......................30 NSPECTION 9 ENVIRONMENTAL CONSIDERATIONS ..............31 9.1 M ......................31 ARPOL TREATY 9.2 F ....................31 UEL AND OIL SPILLAGE 9.3 D ..................

  • Page 7: Introduction

    PLEASE KEEP THIS MANUAL IN A SECURE PLACE, AND HAND IT OVER TO THE NEW OWNER IN THE CASE OF THE CRAFT BEING SOLD/RENTED-OUT. Owner’s manual – ESQUIRE 35 DE WIT BROS Version: 2 1 of 42...

  • Page 8: Safety Alerts

    2 SAFETY ALERTS Throughout this manual, specific precautions and symbols identify safety-related information. There are four types of alerts that may be used separately or together to convey the information: DANGER WARNING Denotes that an extreme Denotes that a hazard exists intrinsic hazard exists which which can result in injury or death if proper precautions are...

  • Page 9: General Information And Boat Data

    Fuel tank capacity 2 x 336 Engine coolant type Volvo Penta Coolant, ready Mixed Gear drive oil type API GL5 synthetic Start battery size 2 x 128 [Ah] Service battery size [Ah] Owner’s manual – ESQUIRE 35 3 of 37...

  • Page 10: Certification And Builders Plate

    The accompanying Declaration of Conformity is included with this manual as an appendix. 3.3 Craft Design Category The Esquire 35 complies with the requirements of NOTICE Design Category C: Significant wave height is the INSHORE Category C - Craft designed to operate in...

  • Page 11: Respect For Environment

    Pollution is a serious matter, and law enforcement authorities highly enforce these regulations. As a boat operator, you are responsible for your actions affecting the environment. Owner’s manual – ESQUIRE 35 5 of 37...

  • Page 12: Safe Handling And Operation

    4 SAFE HANDLING AND OPERATION The following basic boat manoeuvring and operation principles do not cover all conditions or situations you may encounter during operation. Always advise all crew members and passengers on board of your steering, stopping and accelerating intentions to avoid personal injury or even death. See the Engine Operator’s Manual for instructions on starting and operating the engine, adjustments and maintenance.

  • Page 13: Boat Loading

    Be sure the boat is not overloaded. • Make sure that the emergency fuel shut-off switch is not in the closed position. • Be sure the fire extinguisher is fully charged. • Owner’s manual – ESQUIRE 35 7 of 37...

  • Page 14: Checks During And After Operation

    Be sure all water has been pumped out of the bilge area. • Be sure all required equipment is on board (mooring lines, anchor lines, tool • kit, etc.) Be sure you have enough fuel for the return trip. • Check that no fuel, oil or water is leaking or has leaked into the bilge •...

  • Page 15: Man Overboard

    If the anchor is stuck, attach the anchor line to the bow bollard so that it is • tight. The up and down motion of the bow from wave action may loosen the Owner’s manual – ESQUIRE 35 9 of 37...
  • Page 16 anchor from the bottom. If the anchor remains stuck, let out a few more meters of line and attach it to the bow bollard. While keeping tension on the line, slowly manoeuvre the boat around the anchor to help loosen it. Avoid running over the anchor line.

  • Page 17: Fuelling

    Use only fuel approved by the engine manufacturer. • Check for fuel leaks. • If you are unable to pump fuel at a reasonable speed, check the fuel tank vents • for restrictions. Close the fill cap(s) securely. • Owner’s manual – ESQUIRE 35 11 of 37...

  • Page 18: Lifting

    Wipe up any spilled fuel completely. Dispose of the rags properly. • 4.10 Lifting Only qualified and experienced persons should attempt to lift or hoist the boat. This procedure requires special equipment and experience. WARNING If the boat is lifted or hoisted from the water using lifting cables, follow these guidelines: Make sure the lifting cables are certified and suitable for...

  • Page 19: Boat Features And Systems

    Fuel emergency shut-off -Valves OPEN position- 5.2 Propulsion engines The vessel is equipped with two 5 cylinder Volvo Penta D3 marine diesel engines. The engines conform to CE and EPA emissions regulations. Owner’s manual – ESQUIRE 35 13 of 37...

  • Page 20: Cooling And Exhaust System

    For maintenance check the Engine Operator’s manual. 5.4 Steering system NOTICE The Esquire 35 is fitted with an electrical/hydraulic steering system. This system uses an electronic signal Check the steering system from the helm to control a hydraulic cylinder connected regularly for leaks and/or to the stern drives.

  • Page 21: Electrical System

    6 Amps for the boiler. rated current amperage of the circuit. When leaving the craft, turn off all electrical systems except automatic bilge pump and active corrosion protection. Owner’s manual – ESQUIRE 35 15 of 37...
  • Page 22 220V shore power switchbox 5.6.4 220V Combi Gamma switchboard 220V combi Gamma switchbox The 220V network on board supplied by the Combi Gamma inverter contains six fused sections: Salon cupboard (6A) • Galley and Bathroom (6A) • Salon table and aft cabin (6A) •...
  • Page 23 For each engine to start, there is an AGM battery with a capacity of 128Ah. Four AGM 214Ah batteries are on board for electrical consumption. These are also supplying the Combi Gamma inverter to create the 220V network on board. Owner’s manual – ESQUIRE 35 17 of 37...
  • Page 24 The batteries must always be secured with the provided straps and the terminals need to be covered at all times. Keep the terminals clean and check periodically. 5.6.7 Batteries Battery electrolyte is acidic. Handle with care. If electrolyte comes into contact with skin or any other part of your body, flush with water and seek medical attention.
  • Page 25 12.Stove; 13.General lights; 14.VHF; 15.Navigational lights; 16.Audio + relay switches for fuel valves and navigation equipment. The anchor winch has its own individual breaker situated next to the battery switch. Main switchbox Owner’s manual – ESQUIRE 35 19 of 37...
  • Page 26 5.6.12 Operating electric equipment on board As mentioned before, most equipment can be operated or controlled from the steering console area. PORT / ANC HOR SEARC H D ASHBOAR D N AVIGATIONAL ANC HOR PS WIN DOW WIND OW SB WINDOW STAR BOAR D LIGHT LIGH T...

  • Page 27: Navigational Equipment

    Main fuse 100A Strip fuses 5.7 Navigational equipment Esquire 35 is equipped with a Garmin navigation NOTICE system. All individual equipment is connected by a NMEA2000 network as shown in the schematic. There is Beware that the VHF system...

  • Page 28: Water Systems

    5.8 Water systems The water system consists of a potable water system supplying the craft’s water taps and toilet flushing water. For drainage there is a black water system to handle the toilet water and a grey water system to pump the shower water directly overboard. The drainage from the galley and bathroom sinks is directly released overboard.

  • Page 29: Galley And Comfort

    The owners’ cabin can be cooled by use of a Dometic air-conditioning. The air- conditioning unit is situated in the technical area and is operated from the panel in the owners’ cabin. Owner’s manual – ESQUIRE 35 23 of 37...
  • Page 30 An extra closable NOTICE outlet in the “cold air” supply is situated in Do not run the air-conditioning the aft cabin for longer than 3 hours on entrance. This unit is battery supply only. cooling as well as heating depending on WARNING the requested temperature on the...

  • Page 31: Flooding And Stability

    (for example, radar equipment, change of engine, stability or buoyancy of the excess bilge water), breaking waves, towing of craft without the written excessive mass can significantly affect the stability of authorization of the craft the craft. builder. Owner’s manual – ESQUIRE 35 25 of 37...

  • Page 32: Safety And Equipment

    7 SAFETY AND EQUIPMENT NOTICE 7.1 Bilge pump system Water will enter the boat for a number of reasons, The bilge pump system is not including heavy seas, strong storms and long periods designed for damage control. of rain. The bilge area is the deepest part of the hull and where the water settles.

  • Page 33: Life Jackets

    The locations on Esquire are: Foam Fire Extinguisher Aft cabin port side cupboard. • Automatic extinguisher in the engine compartment • Fire blanket in galley sink cupboard. • Owner’s manual – ESQUIRE 35 27 of 37...

  • Page 34: Maintanance

    8 MAINTANANCE 8.1 Salt water worrosion The entire boat should be rinsed with fresh water regularly after use in salt water. If the boat is used primarily in salt water, wax the hull monthly and apply corrosion inhibitor to all hardware. 8.2 Cleaning WARNING Routine, periodic cleaning will keep the surface of...

  • Page 35: Acrylic Surfaces

    There are many marinas that are certified to pump out your holding tank. Owner’s manual – ESQUIRE 35 29 of 37...

  • Page 36: Galvanic Corrosion

    8.11 Galvanic corrosion CAUTION As the boat can be operated in salt, polluted, and brackish waters the hull is equipped with zinc anodes Never paint or coat zinc to prevent damage to metal parts coming in contact anodes or cathodes with any with the water.

  • Page 37: Environmental Considerations

    If your boat is kept in water where marine growth is a problem, the use of antifouling paint may reduce the growth rate. Be aware of environmental regulations that may govern your paint choice. Contact your local boating authorities for information. Owner’s manual – ESQUIRE 35 31 of 37...

  • Page 38: Cleaning Agents

    9.7 Cleaning Agents Household cleaners should be used sparingly and not discharged into waterways. Never mix cleaners and be sure to use plenty of ventilation in enclosed areas. DO NOT use products which contain phosphates, chlorine, solvents, non-biodegradable or petroleum-based products. Citrus-based cleaners are excellent for marine cleaning purposes and are safe for you and the environment.

  • Page 39: List Of Manufacturer Manuals

    Box 3 – Diverse Fuel tanks + hatches • Sanitair equipment • Heating • Air-conditioning • Esthec • Box 4 – Diverse Audio & Video • Galley & bathroom equipment • Electrical information • Owner’s manual – ESQUIRE 35 33 of 37...

  • Page 40: Declaration Of Conformity

    11 DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY Declaration of Conformity of Recreational Craft with the Design, Construction and Noise Emission requirements of Directive 94/25/EC as amended by Directive 2003/44/EC Name of craft manufacturer: DE WIT WORKBOATS Address: POLSLEATWEI 5 Town: AKKRUM Post Code:...
  • Page 41 Discharge prevention (5.8) EN ISO 8099:2000 Annex I.B – Exhaust Emissions See the Declaration of Conformity of the engine manufacturer Annex I.C – Noise Emissions Noise emission levels (I.C.1) Owner’s manual (I.C.2) Owner’s manual – ESQUIRE 35 35 of 37...
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