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  • Page 2 CONTENTS...
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  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Risk of fire or explosion ........................... 17 Engine starting ............................18 Man-overboard prevention and recovery ..................... 19 Means of reboarding ..........................19 Danger from moving parts ........................19 Safety equipment ............................. 20 Safety driving rules ........................... 21 Ranger R380, R420, R460 Owner’s Manual...
  • Page 6 TABLE OF CONTENTS Boat identification ......................... 22 Boat’s Identification number ....................... 22 Builder’s plate ..........................23 Before operating your craft ......................25 Operating the craft ........................26 Sectional floor installation ......................26 Tube inflation ..........................31 Overpressure valve (if fitted) ....................... 36 Wood seats installation .........................
  • Page 7 Service and maintenance ......................60 Cleaning ............................60 Cleaning of tube ..........................61 Airtightness of the inflatable tube ....................62 Maintenance of stainless steel ....................64 Winterizing and storage ....................... 64 Regular inspections ........................65 Ranger R380, R420, R460 Owner’s Manual...
  • Page 8 TABLE OF CONTENTS Show respect for the environment ..................... 66 Grand’s warranty ..........................67 General ............................67 Warranty period ..........................67 Warranty coverage ........................68 Warranty exclusions ........................69 Warranty certificate ........................70 For your notes ..........................71...

  • Page 9: Safety Information

    This Manual provides an overview for the safe operation of your Grand boat. Please take time to read it carefully so as to become familiar with your new boat. Make sure that you fully understand the controls and instructions before operating the boat.

  • Page 10: Precautionary Symbols

    SAFETY PRECAUTIONARY SYMBOLS The following precautionary symbols are used throughout this Manual: Denotes that an extreme intrinsic hazard exists which would result in a high probability of death or serious injury if proper precautions are not taken. Denotes that a hazard exists which can result in injury or death if proper precautions are not taken.
  • Page 11 Data sheets and specifications given in this manual relate to the boat's characteristics at the time of publishing. Grand reserve the right to introduce changes in specifications and equipment without notice and without obligation. We continually work with our customers to improve quality and to ensure you will be completely satisfied with your Grand boat.

  • Page 12: General Information

    SAFETY GENERAL INFORMATION Name of craft Manufacture: GRAND MARINE. Models: R380, R420, R460. According to the Recreational Craft Directive 2013/53/EU of the European Parliament and of the Council of 20 November 2013, which is in force, your boat has design category: C, i.e., the craft is designed to operate in the following conditions: Wind (Beaufort scale) up to and including Force 6.

  • Page 13: Maximum Number Of Persons

    Note that excess and unevenly distributed load within the boat can create unstable steering conditions and even loss of control. Ranger R380, R420, R460 Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 14: Engine Information

    SAFETY WHEN LOADING THE CRAFT, NEVER EXCEED THE MAXIMUM RECOMMENDED LOAD. ALWAYS LOAD THE CRAFT CAREFULLY AND DISTRIBUTE LOADS APPROPRIATELY TO MAINTAIN DESIGN TRIM (APPROXIMATELY LEVEL). AVOID PLACING HEAVY WEIGHTS HIGH UP. ENGINE INFORMATION Information about recommended engine capacities, maximum engine capacities, maximum engine weights for each model are given in the technical data sheet of “TECHNICAL INFORMATION”...

  • Page 15: Risk Of Flooding And Stability

    WHEN THE BOAT IS ON LAND/DAVIT OR TRAILER, OPEN THE COCKPIT DRAIN VALVE SO THAT WATER (RAINWATER, FOR INSTANCE) CAN EASILY DRAIN OUT OF THE BOAT. The boat is equipped with two cockpit drain valves located at the transom. Cockpit drain valves Fig. 1. Cockpit drain valves. Ranger R380, R420, R460 Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 16: Stability And Buoyancy

    SAFETY STABILITY AND BUOYANCY The stability and buoyancy of the craft have been thoroughly assessed by the Manufacture in compliance with the requirements of the Recreational Craft Directive 2013/53/EU. The craft manufacturer guarantees that the boat meets all safety criteria during normal operating conditions.

  • Page 17: Risk Of Fire Or Explosion

    For information concerning safe operation of the engine consult the manufacturers instruction manual. Consult your Dealer for more detailed information on this subject before operating your boat. AVOID CONTACT OF FLAMMABLE MATERIALS WITH HOT ENGINE PARTS. Ranger R380, R420, R460 Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 18: Engine Starting

    SAFETY CHECK FOR FUEL AND GAS VAPOURS OR FUEL LEAKS AT REGULAR INTERVALS AND BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE. NEVER USE A FLAME TO CHECK FOR LEAKS. DO NOT SMOKE OR USE AN OPEN FLAME WHEN FUELING THE BOAT. BATTERY AVOID SPARKS AND EXPOSED FLAMES NEAR BATTERY. IT MAY EXPLODE. KEEP BATTERY TERMINALS PROTECTED SO AS TO AVOID A SHORT CIRCUIT OR CONTACT WITH ANY METAL OBJECTS.

  • Page 19: Man-Overboard Prevention And Recovery

    Even in neutral, engine's propeller may rotate and may cause injury. If a person is in the water near the boat, immediately switch off the engine to avoid injury from the propeller rotation. KEEP AWAY FROM MOVING PROPELLER! IT COULD RESULT IN INJURY OR DEATH! Ranger R380, R420, R460 Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 20: Safety Equipment

    SAFETY SAFETY EQUIPMENT The owner/operator is responsible for ensuring that appropriate safety equipment is onboard and is in proper working condition. The type of safety equipment and quantity will depend on the conditions expected and length of trip. The type of safety equipment required will depend on local or national regulations. In most countries, safety equipment of the following type is required: ...

  • Page 21: Safety Driving Rules

    AVOID BOW RIDING AS IT MAY BE ILLEGAL AND IS EXTREMELY DANGEROUS.  DO NOT MAKE SHARP TURNS AT HIGH SPEEDS: YOU COULD BE EJECTED FROM THE BOAT.  DO NOT MAKE VIOLENT CHANGES IN DIRECTION WITHOUT INFORMING PASSENGERS. Ranger R380, R420, R460 Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 22: Boat Identification

    BOAT IDENTIFICATION BOAT IDENTIFICATION BOAT’S IDENTIFICATION NUMBER Every boat has “Watercraft Identification Number” (WIN), which uniquely identifies your boat and is important for safety and identification purposes. The WIN is marked on a non-removable metal plate, which is fixed to the transom area of your boat (fig. 2). Fig.

  • Page 23: Builder's Plate

    7 – Nominal Pressure of the buoyancy tubes in Bar and Psi. Other parts of the boat may require different pressures. Refer to the INFLATION section in this manual. Fig. 3. Builder’s plate. Ranger R380, R420, R460 Owner’s Manual...
  • Page 24 BOAT IDENTIFICATION Always refer to local regulations for information on additional requirements. *Design category (European directive 2013/53/EU): Category Navigation "Inshore" "Protected water" Wind speed (Beaufort scale) Up to and including F6 Up to and including F4 Significant height of wave to Up to and including 2m Up to and including 0.3m consider (in meters)

  • Page 25: Before Operating Your Craft

    7. LEARN how to estimate the distance you can cover with a full tank of fuel. Always be sure you have enough fuel to reach your destination or a place of safety. 8. CHECK you have all necessary documentation and licenses. CHECK THAT THE BOAT AND ALL EQUIPMENT ARE IN GOOD WORKING ORDER. Ranger R380, R420, R460 Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 26: Operating The Craft

    OPERATING THE CRAFT OPERATING THE CRAFT Unpack the boat and unfold the inflatable tube. Activate all valves into inflation position (look below). Straighten the keel along the bottom axis so that the keel valve may be faced upwards. Assemble the rigid floor following the instructions below. SECTIONAL FLOOR INSTALLATION Floor section 2.
  • Page 27 − To flattening floor apply the force to the sections connecting zone apex as show on fig. 6. Fig. 6. How to assemble a floor. Step 2. Ranger R380, R420, R460 Owner’s Manual...
  • Page 28 OPERATING THE CRAFT Set the lateral beams in the cut-outs provided on section, for that: − Hook the floor edge with the beam from below and make a pushing motion from top to bottom and forward as show on fig. 7. −...
  • Page 29 OPERATING THE CRAFT WOODEN KEEL INSTALLATION PROCEDURE Fig.8. Assembly of wooden keel. Fig. 9 Fastening of stern part of the keel to the transom. Ranger R380, R420, R460 Owner’s Manual...
  • Page 30 OPERATING THE CRAFT Fastening elements Fig. 10. View of installed keel. Fig. 11. Floorboards installation.

  • Page 31: Tube Inflation

    The boat is equipped with a valve as shown in figure 12. To open the valve cap turn it a quarter counter clockwise. The plunger should be in the upper (closed) position. Fig. 12. Inflation valve. Ranger R380, R420, R460 Owner’s Manual...
  • Page 32 OPERATING THE CRAFT To inflate the tube chambers and keel, use the foot pump (fig.13) supplied. Fig. 13. Foot pump. Fig. 14. Special adapter. Insert the end of the hose into the inflation valve using one of the adapters supplied (fig. 14). Make sure the adaptor makes an air-tight connection with the valve and inflate using foot pump.
  • Page 33 Begin the inflation procedure according to the sequence shown in figure 15. Initially, partially inflate each chamber (approx. 0.1 bar (1.45 psi) then repeat the procedure inflating each chamber to its nominal pressure, 0.15 bar (2.15 psi). The nominal pressure is 0,15 bar (2,15 psi). Ranger R380, R420, R460 Owner’s Manual...
  • Page 34 OPERATING THE CRAFT Fig. 15. Tube inflation sequence. Check the pressure in each chamber with a pressure gauge. If you do not have a pressure gauge the following procedure will serve as a guide. Press a finger firmly against the tube – if the tube is depressed by about 10 mm (⅜...
  • Page 35 DO NOT USE SOURCES OF HIGH PRESSURE COMPRESSED AIR FOR INFLATING THE TUBE. EXCESSIVE PRESSURE CAN DAMAGE THE GLUE JOINTS AND THE INTERNAL WALLS. Ranger R380, R420, R460 Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 36: Overpressure Valve (If Fitted)

    OPERATING THE CRAFT OVERPRESSURE VALVE (IF FITTED) Overpressure valves can be fitted to buoyancy tubes as shown in figure 16. It serves to protect the tube from over inflation and excess pressure build up due to solar heat. Fig. 16. Overpressure valve. FOR NORMAL OPERATION OF THE VALVE, THE CAP SHOULD BE OPENED.

  • Page 37: Wood Seats Installation

    Insert the seat stops on the lower surface of the wooden seats into the holes of the brackets on the tube.  Turn the stops caps to 90° till they click as shown in the figure 17. Fig. 17. Installation of wooden seats. Ranger R380, R420, R460 Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 38: Oars Installation

    OPERATING THE CRAFT OARS INSTALLATION Assemble the oars by entering the removable parts with blades into the locks until the click. Use the holes provided in the oar handles to set the oars into the rowlocks with the blades being faced to the aft.

  • Page 39: Motor Installation

    If the motor is tilted too far inwards towards the transom the boat will travel bow down. Fig. 21. Trim down. Please refer to the manual supplied by engine manufacturer before operating the engine and craft. Ranger R380, R420, R460 Owner’s Manual...
  • Page 40 OPERATING THE CRAFT ENGINE KILL SWITCH LANYARD Kill switch lanyard Fig. 22. Engine kill switch lanyard. For safety reasons always use the engine kill switch lanyard. The purpose of the engine kill switch lanyard is to turn off the engine if for any reason the operator is removed from the steering position.

  • Page 41: Anchoring And Mooring

    Use local landmarks to obtain an approximate fix for the craft’s position and check this regularly. Use the bow towing eyes for mooring. Ranger R380, R420, R460 Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 42: Becahing, Launching And Recovering The Boat From The Water

    OPERATING THE CRAFT BECAHING, LAUNCHING AND RECOVERING THE BOAT FROM THE WATER When approaching a beach or waters edge proceed slowly and with extreme caution. Avoid hazards below the water surface such as rocks. Hazards can damage the keel, tube, motor, or propeller.

  • Page 43: Towing

    (NOT MORE THAN 10 KM/H) AND IN GOOD Do not tow at high speeds or while WEATER CONDITIONS WITH NO WAVES. planing. THE BOAT BEING TOWED MUST BE OBSERVED AT ALL TIMES. Ranger R380, R420, R460 Owner’s Manual...
  • Page 44 OPERATING THE CRAFT TOWING EYES There are three towing eyes located at the bow. Towing eyes Fig. 23. Towing eyes and possible options of boat towing. Breaking strength of bow towing eyes, kN R380 R420 R460 THE BREAKING STRENGTH OF LINES SHALL IN GENERAL NOT EXCEED 80% OF THE BREAKING STRENGTH OF THE RESPECTIVE STRONG POINT.
  • Page 45 OPERATING THE CRAFT SOFT CUSHIONS WITH UNDERSEAT BAGS (IF APPLICABLE) Fig. 24. Soft cushions with underseat bags. Ranger R380, R420, R460 Owner’s Manual...
  • Page 46 OPERATING THE CRAFT COLLAPSIBLE BIMINI TOP (IF APPLICABLE) Collapsible bimini top Fig. 25. Collapsible bimini top. USE A BIMINI TOP WHEN YOUR BOAT IS NOT IN MOTION. KEEP BIMINI TOP IN STOWED POSITION IF YOU PLANNING TO CRUISE AT MORE THAN 20-25 KNOTS.

  • Page 47: Technical Information

    11’ 2” Beam width ft/inches 6’ 3” 6’ 9” 6’ 9” Width internal ft/inches 3’ 1” 3’ 5” 3’ 5” Chambers Number Tube diameter ft/inches 18” 19” 19” Tube fabric Bare boat weight* Full weight** Ranger R380, R420, R460 Owner’s Manual...
  • Page 48 TECHNICAL DETAILS Loading capacity 1000 1540 1980 2200 Passenger capacity Number 0.55 0.65 Maximum height (light craft) ft/inches 1’ 8” 1’ 9” 2’ 1” 0.26 0.32 Maximum draft (fully loaded), ft/inches 0’ 8” 0’ 9” 1’ 0” from hull’s underside lowest point Engine recommended 14.7...

  • Page 49: Standard And Optional Equipment

    Keel and Tube Protection package  2 Carry bags  Wooden keel with solid installation system  High efficiency foot pump  Upgrade to HEAVY DUTY material (1400 g/sq.m.)  Maintenance kit & User’s manual Collapsible bimini-top  Ranger R380, R420, R460 Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 50: General Arrangement Of A Boat R380

    TECHNICAL DETAILS GENERAL ARRANGEMENT OF A BOAT R380 Fig. 26. General arrangement of a boat R380.
  • Page 51 5. Aluminium beams set 16. Oarlock 6. Inflation-deflation valve 17. Oar 7. Motor plate extremal 18. Lifeline 8. Motor plate internal 19. Wooden seat holder 9. Drain through-hull tube 20. Oar holder 10. Drain plug PVC handle Ranger R380, R420, R460 Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 52: General Arrangement Of A Boat R420

    TECHNICAL DETAILS GENERAL ARRANGEMENT OF A BOAT R420 Fig. 27. General arrangement of a boat R420.
  • Page 53 5. Aluminium beams set 16. Oarlock 6. Inflation-deflation valve 17. Oar 7. Motor plate extremal 18. Lifeline 8. Motor plate internal 19. Wooden seat holder 9. Drain through-hull tube 20. Oar holder 10. Drain plug PVC handle Ranger R380, R420, R460 Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 54: General Arrangement Of A Boat R460

    TECHNICAL DETAILS GENERAL ARRANGEMENT OF A BOAT R460 Fig. 28. General arrangement of a boat R460.
  • Page 55 5. Aluminium beams set 16. Oarlock 6. Inflation-deflation valve 17. Oar 7. Motor plate extremal 18. Lifeline 8. Motor plate internal 19. Wooden seat holder 9. Drain through-hull tube 20. Oar holder 10. Drain plug PVC handle Ranger R380, R420, R460 Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 56: Steering Console Components

    TECHNICAL DETAILS STEERING CONSOLE COMPONENTS Steering system Steering cable Steering wheel (1) Frame (2) Throttle lever (optional*) Fig. 29. Steering console components. When your trip is finished, always remove the key from the ignition switch. This will prevent theft or unauthorized use of your boat.

  • Page 57: Loading Passengers For R380

    TECHNICAL DETAILS LOADING PASSENGERS FOR R380 Fig.30. Recommended seating arrangement for 7 passengers. Ranger R380, R420, R460 Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 58: Loading Passengers For R420

    TECHNICAL DETAILS LOADING PASSENGERS FOR R420 Fig.31. Recommended seating arrangement for 9 passengers.

  • Page 59: Loading Passengers For R460

    TECHNICAL DETAILS LOADING PASSENGERS FOR R460 Fig.32. Recommended seating arrangement for 10 passengers. Ranger R380, R420, R460 Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 60: Service And Maintenance

    SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE CLEANING  Regularly clean your boat and make sure this is done before winterizing. For cleaning use household cleaner (non abrasive) and fresh water only!   At all times keep the inflatable tube, vinyl and other boat parts free of any chemical components such as: o Gasoline, grease, oil and any other oily product.

  • Page 61: Cleaning Of Tube

    Solvent based cleaning agents (e. g. based on ester, ketone, ether, furan or benzol). Petrol, diesel, kerosene, Self-made cleaning agents.   Bleaching or oxidizing cleaning agents (e.g. containing hydrogen peroxide, sodium hypochlorite, chlorine dioxide or sodium dithionite). Ranger R380, R420, R460 Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 62: Airtightness Of The Inflatable Tube

    SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE AIRTIGHTNESS OF THE INFLATABLE TUBE The tube is considered to be airtight if it retains the recommended inflation pressure for 8 hours.  As the inflatable tube is a primary safety feature - check the airtightness of your boat regularly. Inspect the condition of all inflatable components and remember that some natural release of pressure (see the information below) can occur.
  • Page 63 Step 3: check the tube material from top to bottom. Contact your Dealer for advice if necessary. If you discover any source of leakage, it must be properly repaired. DO NOT OPERATE YOUR BOAT IF YOU ARE AWARE OF AIR LEAKS. Ranger R380, R420, R460 Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 64: Maintenance Of Stainless Steel

    SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE MAINTENANCE OF STAINLESS STEEL  We use only top quality stainless steels, which are resistant to corrosion. However, this may not be permanent and maintenance is sometimes required so: o Avoid contamination and scoring to the surface. o Frequently wash with fresh water.

  • Page 65: Regular Inspections

    Regularly examine your fuel system, replace old or damaged components and check the tightness of the fuel line connections. REGULARLY CHECK THE TIGHTNESS OF THE ENGINE TRANSOM BOLTS AS THEY MAY BE AFFECTED BY VIBRATION. Ranger R380, R420, R460 Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 66: Show Respect For The Environment

    ENVIRONMENT SHOW RESPECT FOR THE ENVIRONMENT REMEMBER THAT RESPONSIBLE BOATING BEGINS WITH YOU! Respect your environment by applying the following basic rules: • AVOID CREATING EXCESSIVE WASH. • KEEP OUT OF DESIGNATED SWIMMING AREAS. • RESPECT ALL ANIMAL LIFE. • BE CAREFUL NOT TO OVERFILL THE FUEL TANK. •...

  • Page 67: Grand's Warranty

    This warranty applies to new Grand Inflatable Boats purchased from an Authorised Grand Marine Reseller. By using the Grand Inflatable Boats, the owner and operator understands and agree to undertake all instructions in the Grand Owner’s Manual, and agrees to all warranty and liability terms and conditions contained in this warranty. WARRANTY PERIOD Grand warrants Grand branded components from the date of purchase for a period of: ...

  • Page 68: Warranty Coverage

     Inflatable tubes. This warranty is limited to repair, or at Grand option, replacement of parts suffering from any of the defects described above during the warranty period. The judgment of Grand is final concerning the extent of items covered under above warranty.

  • Page 69: Warranty Exclusions

     Damage caused by not following procedures and recommendations in the Grand Owner’s Manual.  Operating the craft beyond the design category.

  • Page 70: Warranty Certificate

    WARRANTY WARRANTY CERTIFICATE Name of Customer: __________________________________ Address: ___________________________________________ City: ______________ Post code: _______________________ E-mail_____________ Phone number: ___________________ WIN (Serial number):__________________________________ Signature: __________________________________________ Dealer address: _____________________________________ City: ______________ Post code: _______________________ Date of purchase: ____________________________________ Seller and customer acknowledge by signing that seller handed and customer received hereinbefore boat including standard (optional, if relevant) equipment and manual in English and that the boat is without evident defects.

  • Page 71: For Your Notes

    FOR YOUR NOTES...

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