Bow Thruster - BENETEAU Oceanis 41.1 2017 Owners’ Notes

Interlude Owners' Notes
Operating the manual bilge pump (handle clipped under starboard cockpit locker hatch).
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Electric Bilge Pump –The electrical panel switch labeled "Auto Bilge Pump" must be "ON" for the
float switch to work (indicated by red light on the panel). Once a day move the switch to the
manual position for a few seconds and confirm you hear the pump running. The bilge pump has an
in-line screen strainer. If the pump fails to empty the bilge, check the strainer for debris. If there
are any issues with the bilge pump contact San Juan Sailing.
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Emergency Hand-Operated Bilge Pump – This hand-operated pump is located at the starboard
helm station behind a small access hatch. The bilge pump handle is clipped to the underside of
the starboard cockpit locker hatch, under the starboard helm.
SAFETY REMINDER – In emergencies, the shower sump pumps can be turned on if water rises into the
heads to speed up removing water from the main cabin.

BOW THRUSTER

ON/OFF: Switch is located at port helm. Press both left (red) and right (green) buttons at same time to
activate. Repeat to deactivate (it will turn off automatically after 15 minutes of inactivity). Engine must
be running before you can use thrusters.
Operations: Tap red left button to direct bow to left. Tap
best to use the thrusters in short bursts.
The batteries for the bow thruster are located under the forward cabin berth. The batteries are
charged whenever the engine is running or on shore power. It's best to operate the thrusters in short
bursts to conserve power and to have the best control of the boat.
green right button to direct bow to right. It is
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