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Grand Soleil 40
Owner's Manual
2002
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  • Page 1 Grand Soleil 40 Grand Soleil 40 Owner’s Manual 2002 - 1 -...
  • Page 2 INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE AND MAITENANCE OF THE SINGLE PARTS The copyrights of this Owner’s Manual belong to Cantiere del Pardo S.r.L. All rights are reserved. According to the laws on copyrights, this manual may not be copied, either completely or partially, without prior authorization of Cantiere del Pardo S.r.L.. No copies may be made for third parties, regardless of whether these are sold or not, but the entire purchased material may be sold, given as a gift or leased to third parties.
  • Page 3 Grand Soleil 40 Grand Soleil 40 Owner’s Manual Introduction This manual has been conceived with the aim to provide the owner to use his yacht safely and with great satisfaction. It contains all the information about the boat, the on-board installed systems, the equipment and other instruction for the practical use and general maintenance.

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Grand Soleil 40 CONTENTS Preface…..…………………………………………………………………..……… 7 – How to consult the manual 8 - Glossary of terms 9 Symbols references 9 Notes on environmental pollution and accident’s prevention ……….…..…….. 10 Environmental pollution and waste material 10 - Main accident’s prevention 11 – Advices 11 Main fire-proof rules 12 Technical data..…………………………………………………………………….
  • Page 5 Grand Soleil 40 Propeller…………………………………………………………………………… 37 Folding blades propeller instructions 37 – Caution 37 – Maintenance 37 Refrigerating system………………………………………………………………. 38 Refrigerator 38 – Caution 38 – Maintenance 39 – Components position scheme 40 Electrical system ………………………………………………………………. 41 12 Vdc network 41 – Caution on 12 Vdc network 41 – 220 Vac network 42 – Caution on 220 Vac network 43 –...
  • Page 6 Grand Soleil 40 Bilge Pump ………………………………………………………………………... 77 Manual bilge pump 77 – Electrical bilge pump 77 – Warning 77 – Maintenance 77 – Bilge pump position 78 Windlass….. ………………………………………………………………………. 79 Instructions 79 – Warning 79 – Maintenance 80 – Anchor 80 Security………………………..

  • Page 7: Preface

    This manual has been conceived by Cantiere del Pardo to provide the user of the Grand Soleil 40 with an instrument that allow to have a deep knowledge of the yacht for better appreciate its quality and attain its technical power.
  • Page 8 Grand Soleil 40 How to consult the manual This manual contains all the information, drawings and detailed schemes that regard not only the yacht’s knowledge use and maintenance, but also its equipments and accessories. Mast The subjects included in each chapter are presented as in the following layout :...

  • Page 9: Symbols References

    Grand Soleil 40 Glossary of terms Starboard – Port (left) The following terms ”Starboard” or “port (left)” refer to the direction from which we look at the boat that is from stern to bow. Whether is made reference to another direction, the term starboard is replaced by “right”...

  • Page 10: Notes On Environmental Pollution And Accident's Prevention

    Grand Soleil 40 Notes on environmental pollution and accident’s prevention. The following brief summary of the current E.C. rules about environmental pollution, waste materials and accident’s prevention rules is valid only if the boat is used exclusively for private use without crew officially employed on board.

  • Page 11: Environmental Pollution And Waste Material 10 - Main Accident's Prevention 11 - Advices

    • Avoid to approach to the engine when in movement. • Cantiere del Pardo delivers all its boats well finished and therefore free from accidental abrasions. In case you should add extra fittings, make sure not to leave exposed sharp and cutting objects such as screws, bolts or edgewise in general.

  • Page 12: Main Fire-Proof Rules

    Cantiere del Pardo advices you the use of extinguishers of 1 kg. of weight with RINA approbation, which have to be set in easily accessible place and ready to be used.

  • Page 13: Technical Data

    Grand Soleil 40 Technical Data Designer Builder DUCK Design Cantiere del Pardo Specifications Overall length ISO 8666 (pulpit included) 12,29 Hull overall length ISO 8666 11,99 Waterline length ISO 8666 10,50 Maximum beam ISO 8666 3,76 Draft 2,15/2,40 Full load Displacement 8.918...

  • Page 14: Haulage And Launch

    • Make sure that the slings have been positioned in a correctly way not to damage the S-Drive and the propeller, the Log transducer and the echo sounder. For a well balanced lifting of the Grand Soleil 40 we suggest you to position the slings as follows: • Bow sling: 90 cm. afore the 1 stanchion (from bow) between the hatches and the bow cabin.
  • Page 15 Grand Soleil 40 Lifting position 1. bow sling 2. aft sling Attention The precautions given are valid only in case of regular yacht’s trim. The loads on board have to be well balanced. Caution: while positioning the slings pay attention to the S-drive, Log Transducer and Echo Sounder if installed.

  • Page 16: Mast

    Grand Soleil 40 Mast The mast is equipped with two spreaders, slightly astern inclined of about 16°, and passing through the deck, leaning on a metal step, it is fastened on the hull’s ribbing. Transversal Supporting All the transversal and longitudinal supporting consist of steel spiral cable. On Higher shrouds the longitudinal side the mast is sustained by the backstay and the forestay.
  • Page 17 Grand Soleil 40 General guidelines on mast adjustment The mast of the Grand Soleil 40 has been studied and calculated according to the highest standard of safety and performance. The yacht is delivered with the standing and running rigging already settled by specialised staff and leaded to avoid tampering which could endanger people’s and boat’s security...
  • Page 18 Grand Soleil 40 Set up all the shrouds with a sufficient tension to eliminate their slack. At this point looking at the mainsails’ split, from the low to the top, it must be as soon as straight. Tighten the high shrouds with two or more turnbuckle’s turns.
  • Page 19 Grand Soleil 40 Mast maintenance • Clean frequently with fresh water the bottle screw and the halyards lead-blocks . • Never cover the bottle screw with plastic pipes or plastic adhesive tape since these may prevent ventilation. Caution on mast stepping and unstepping...

  • Page 20: On Mast Stepping And Unstepping19 - Scheme Of Halyards' Exit On The Mast

    Grand Soleil 40 • Make particular attention to the mast’s descent and ascent in his lodging in order to pass the exact instruction to the crane operator. • Don’t forget to mount the ties and the bottle screws that have to be well installed on the mast below the deck.

  • Page 21: Anti-Corrosion Anodes

    Grand Soleil 40 Anti-corrosion anodes On the Grand Soleil 40 are installed the following anti-corrosion anodes which protect the metallic parts exposed to the galvanic currents. They are mounted on:  S-Drive step  engine  water heater  grounding plates in the bottom of the hull...

  • Page 22: Yacht's Trim

    Grand Soleil 40 Yacht’s trim In normal load condition the Grand Soleil 40 perfectly floats and sails . However, as for any other boat, if the weight load and above all the loads distribution on board are not respected, the boat should get out of the ideal trim. .

  • Page 23: Hardware Equipment And Deck Fitting

    Grand Soleil 40 Hardware equipment and deck fittings The deck equipment of the Grand Soleil 40 are the best in quality available in the market. The hardware and the carpenter’s works are made in AISI 316 stainless steel, the best for marine application.
  • Page 24 Grand Soleil 40 Deck fittings and hardware disposition 1. bow plate 2. chain plate forestay 3. MPS eyebolt 4. mooring cleats 5. return block for furling system 6. water fill tap (inside forepeak) 7. windlass (inside forepeak) 8. eyebolt return for spinnaker pole foreguy 9.
  • Page 25 Grand Soleil 40 Running rigging (sheets, halyards, etc.) On the Grand Soleil 40 there are only textile running rigging. Warning and precaution • Check frequently the wears and tear of all running rigging, if you notice a broken or used yarn, replace it immediately.
  • Page 26 Grand Soleil 40 Running rigging tables In the following tables are indicating all the building data of the running rigging. Ø Type Mast size (ml) Running rigging (mm) Standard mast kit Taller Rigg Racing Mainsail halyard Textile Topping lift boom...

  • Page 27: Rigging Tables 26 - Running Rigging Scheme

    Grand Soleil 40 Spinnaker running rigging scheme 1. Spinnaker sheets 2. Spinnaker guys 3. Sheets blocks 4. Guys blocks 5. Sheets winch/Spinnaker guys 6. Downhaul blocks 7. Fairleads 8. Spinnaker pole downhaul 9. Spinnaker pole uphaul 10. Spi halyards 11. Downhaul clutch 12.

  • Page 28: Useful Tools On-Board

    Grand Soleil 40 Useful tools on-board The Grand Soleil 40 is not supplied with standard tools. We recommend you to carry on-board the following tools: • Screwdriver’s set; • 1 Hammer and 1mallet; • a portable and rechargeable drill with bits;...

  • Page 29: Genoa Furling System

    Grand Soleil 40 Genoa furling System The following recommendations do not replace the information provided in the furler builder’s manual.  The furling gear is an instrument capable to furl the genoa around the backstay quickly and easily. With the furling gear you have the possibility to sail with a partially reduced genoa: remember that in this case the windward performance is considerably reduced if compared with the performance you should obtain with a regular genoa of the right dimensions.

  • Page 30: Instructions 19 - Maintenance 19 -Furling System Scheme

    Grand Soleil 40 Furling system scheme 1. furling line return block 2. furling line 3. furling line fairleads 4. furling line clutch Always refer to the enclosed manual supplied by the manufacturer. - 30 -...

  • Page 31: Hatches And Portholes

    Grand Soleil 40 Hatches and opening portholes The layout of the hatches and portholes from stem to stern is the following: ➢ fore cabin hatch ➢ afore cabin hatch ➢ fore toilet hatch ➢ Saloon hatch ➢ astern left cabin hatch ➢...

  • Page 32: Warning And Caution 31 - Maintenance

    Grand Soleil 40 • If the boat is unattented to avoid hinge’s damage, when opening and closing the hatches, we recommend to gradually open without an excessive force, respecting all the friction’s clicks ; • When the hatch is open, never place your fingers, hands or feet on its edges.

  • Page 33: Water Heater

    Grand Soleil 40 Water heater The following recommendations do not replace the instructions provided by the manufacturer in the Manual. • The Water Heater is installed under the floor board of the right berth astern to the fresh water tank. (see page 57). To examine it, unscrew the 6 floor board fixing screws.

  • Page 34: Instructions 33 - Caution And Maintenance

    Grand Soleil 40 Warning and maintenance The Water Heater contains hot water under pressure. For this reason we advise: - Check periodically the operation of the drain tap located in the heater’s lower part - If you notice water or steam leakage, immediately shut off the engine-boiler system and/or the 220 Vac supply switch.

  • Page 35: Battery Charger

    Grand Soleil 40 Battery charger The following instructions do not replace the information provided in the enclosed Manual supplied by the Manufacturer. • The battery charger is an electrical appliance that works under tension.. • It is fitted in a provided location under the chart table settee (see page 49).
  • Page 36 Grand Soleil 40 Warning: in case of anomalous functioning, the battery charger should be the source of electric shock, in particular cases it should foster combustion. Therefore it is careful: • Not to leave the boat with the battery charger on;...
  • Page 37 Grand Soleil 40 Propeller • The Grand Soleil 40 is supplied with a standard 3 fixed blades propeller: 13 ° LH (anti-clockwise) Diameter: 16 inches (406 mm) Pitch: • An optional 2 folding-blades propeller could be provided: 12 ° LH (anti-clockwise)
  • Page 38 Grand Soleil 40 Refrigerating system Astern of the cocking top in the galley is positioned the refrigerator, it has a capacity of 160 litres, more or less, lifting the lid you can have access to it. For a rational settlement of its contents, the refrigerator is supplied with two racks.
  • Page 39 Grand Soleil 40 Warning • Don’t deposit any object in the peak near the compressor: the boat movements could damage it and would cause a ventilation drop, preventing regular cooling. • When putting bottles and foodstuff into the fridge, take particular care not to damage the metal pipes connected to the cooling plate (evaporator).
  • Page 40 Grand Soleil 40 Components position scheme EVAPORATOR THERMOSTAT COMPRESSOR AERATING GRID - 40 -...
  • Page 41 Grand Soleil 40 Electrical plant The Grand Soleil 40 electrical plant consists of 2 distinct networks supplied by:  12 V dc electrical current (direct current) (12 V DC)  220 V ac electrical current (alternate current)  The main and individual controls at 12Vdc are gathered on the functions panel, on the right of the chart table e (see page.
  • Page 42 Grand Soleil 40 • The 12 Vdc Ammeter , located astern of the 12 Vdc control panel (see page 45), shows the Ah absorbed by the services in that moment. • The batteries are recharged by the 12Vdc alternator driven by the engine, or by the battery charger connected to 220Vac shore supply or by the electrical generator if installed.
  • Page 43 Grand Soleil 40 220 Vac network’s warning • In spite of all builder’s careful measures (high-sensitivity protector with earth disconnecting switch) the alternate current network remains dangerous. • It is opportune to adopt any type of precautions for a correct and safe use of the 220 Vac network.
  • Page 44 Grand Soleil 40 Magneto-thermal switches’ caution Cables’ sections have been calculated in relation to the power demanded by each function. Do not plug in supplementary by-pass charges on a magneto thermal switch or replace it with one of bigger amperage.
  • Page 45 Grand Soleil 40 12 Vdc control panel It is located near the chart table and divided into sections, to each corresponds its functions. These are indicated in English . It includes all the 12Vdc functions, the voltmeter and ammeter. 1) Luci di Via – Running Lights 2) Luce di navigazione a motore –...
  • Page 46 Grand Soleil 40 1. RUNNING LIGHTS switch Turns on all the navigational lights, located in the mast head, for navigation under sail only: the red, green and white. Just for security, inside the control panel have been placed some fuses, one for each light, to avoid in case of trouble to remain without lights.
  • Page 47 Grand Soleil 40 16. 12 Vdc VOLTMETER Indicates the voltage of each group of battery when the “battery test” selector is activated: “1” for services “2” for the engine. With engine or the battery charger off, the voltmeter must show at least 12V, otherwise it means that the batteries need to be charged.
  • Page 48 Grand Soleil 40 220 Vac control panel 1 Battery charter switch It monitors the battery charter switch. For further information see page 35 2 Water heater switch It monitors directly the 220 Vac resistance of the water heater, for further instructions see...
  • Page 49 Grand Soleil 40 Fuel level indicator • It is located under the 12 Vdc control panel. It can be activated by turning on the starting key. Sockets and other components’ location 1. Log transducer 2. Depth sounder transducer 3. 12 Vdc control panel 4.
  • Page 50 Grand Soleil 40 Gas propane system See on page 52  For the gas bottle, of 3 Kg. of weight but not supplied, it has been arranged a place, obtained in the deck in a central position, abaft the cockpit. It is accessible lifting the helmsman’s settee.
  • Page 51 Grand Soleil 40 • Any flame on board should be a risk if considering the possibility of combustion. • Before leaving the boat always: - Turn off the stop cock under the stove unit; - Turn off the mixer stop cock on the propane bottle.
  • Page 52 Grand Soleil 40 • In case of located leaks, ventilate well in particular the bilge. Avoid possible combustions such as sparks, flames, lit cigarettes etc. Replacement of the gas bottle Warning! Replacing the gas-bottle should be carried out with great care: make sure that no flame or any other source of combustion is around.
  • Page 53 Grand Soleil 40 Water system For the placement of the components described here below, please refer to the scheme at page 57. Water distribution system consists of the following networks:  Sea water system in the galley if installed;  Pressurized hot and cold fresh water system;...
  • Page 54 Grand Soleil 40 Warning for the filling operation • Avoid the excessive pressures of the water flow. • After having filled the tanks, it is advisable to open a tap and discharge a little quantity of water to reduce the pressure in the tanks.
  • Page 55 Grand Soleil 40 Fresh water emergency system in the galley  The foot pump is located at the sink base furniture and is directly connected to the tanks fresh water system; in this way the it functions also when the self-closing watertight is off or damaged.
  • Page 56 Grand Soleil 40 Maintenance • Regularly check there is no leak along the system, paying particular attention to fittings junctions, clamping and gaskets condition. • Regularly check valves and sea cocks, e.g. when careening, and control the wear and tear, particularly the bronze parts: replace them if necessary.
  • Page 57 Grand Soleil 40 Water system components location 1) Fresh water inlet 2) Aft and bow fresh water tanks 3) Fresh water tanks vent 4) Self-closing watertight and accumulator tank 5) Hot and cold water distribution system 6) Water heater 7) Galley mixer...
  • Page 58 Grand Soleil 40 Drain system for shower and sinks Drain system in the shower  The water collected in a reservoir is drained by the same electrical pump of the main bilge, for the aft toilet, and by a supplementary electrical pump for the bow toilet.
  • Page 59 Grand Soleil 40 Maintenance • Check once a season the pipes’ condition. • Regularly clean the filters on the shower drain intake and on the bilge pump Sink’s and basin’s drainage • Galley sink The outlet valve is located inside the sink furniture.
  • Page 60 Grand Soleil 40 External drainage system On the deck there are two self draining cockpit , in particular:  Astern cockpit  Anchor’s peak Cockpit • In the cockpit the water flows throughout two pipes located at the bottom of the niche containing the steering wheel.
  • Page 61 Grand Soleil 40 Winter season Steel and brass equipment For a better protection, these equipments should be coated with a protective film, use one of the spray product available in the market, but suitable to the marine environment or make use of Vaseline.
  • Page 62 Grand Soleil 40 Fire extinguishers If they are still fully charged and in good conditions, better leave them on board: they may be used in case of fire. If expired or to be controlled, recharge them and then replace. Do not leave gas bottles on board.
  • Page 63 Grand Soleil 40 Interiors First thing to be done is a deep clean up with a vacuum cleaner and then detergent to remove the dust and specially the salt crystals (they are the worst enemies as they absorb humidity and consequently creates mould and oxidation).
  • Page 64 Grand Soleil 40 Hatches and portholes Before closing them permanently, better grease the rubber gaskets with Vaseline or silicone grease. It will be easier open them. It is also advisable to shade the light that, shining through them, can damage the varnish of the wood frame and furniture.
  • Page 65 Grand Soleil 40 Bilge It is the area that needs more cares. • First of all dry out completely sea water; • Then wash, possibly with a specific detergent that will also dissolve the grease; • Leave the floor boards open for ventilation.
  • Page 66 Grand Soleil 40 Sails Take away the sails including the furling main sail. • Wash them with fresh water, let them dry gently in a day of little wind. • Then fold them up according to the seams. W.C. Flush with fresh water and neutral detergent.
  • Page 67 Grand Soleil 40 • Leave or lift the gangway to avoid impact with the quay or to the panel of the electric current when moving aside. • Always unplug the 220 vac shore power. • Leave the boat keys and your telephone number to the staff remembering that a good tip is...
  • Page 68 Grand Soleil 40 Engine: system and mechanics The following instructions do not replace the information provided in the enclosed Manufacturer’s Manual.  For details regarding the warrantee, repair, operation and maintenance of the engine, refer to the warrantee booklet and the owner’s manual supplied by the Manufacturer.
  • Page 69 Grand Soleil 40 • If you use the valve said above, it could be necessary before starting the engine to clean out the system. For this operation read carefully the instructions included in the manufacturer’s manual. • If not necessary, do not turn off the engine with the said valve.
  • Page 70 Grand Soleil 40 Maintenance • Clean often the sea-water filters, according to the engine use and how clean the navigation waters are. • Regularly check the proper functioning of the siphon located in the engine sea water cooling system. If clogged or badly working replace it.
  • Page 71 Grand Soleil 40 Instruction • Single lever control: - This hand lever may be used as accelerator as well as inverter, depending if you push it ahead (ahead motion) or backward (reverse motion). The functioning of the lever is the following: With lever upright and the top-handle pulled up, the lever is out of gears.
  • Page 72 Grand Soleil 40 Engine starting instructions Before starting engine, especially after a mothballing period, check cooling fluid and both engine and gear box oil levels. Proceed as follows: • Open sea water inlet of engine cooling system, located on the starboard side of the engine inverter (see drawing at the page 75).
  • Page 73 Grand Soleil 40 Engine stop • Throttle down to the minimum by pushing the lever to the upright position. • Let engine idle at minimum for few minutes to decrease temperature. • Turn off the engine by pushing the STOP red button.
  • Page 74 Access to engine  The engine of the Grand Soleil 40 is reachable from all the sides (we refer to the reachable parts of the standard engine): • By lifting up the ladder, you can reach the keel, alternator, water valve systems for the water heater use, oil cap, fuel filter fixed at the right side of the engine and supplementary filter in the left bulkhead;...
  • Page 75 Grand Soleil 40 Engine room ventilation On the Grand Soleil 40 the engine ventilation system is a natural one.  The two air intakes for the ventilation of the engine room are at the top side, protected by two plastic grids, one at the right and one at the left of the transom’s recess.
  • Page 76  This is an equipment which once fixed the course, enables automatic steering of the boat.  The Grand Soleil 40 has been designed to install a mechanical auto pilot with a connecting rod directly linked to the stainless steel pole of the tiller .
  • Page 77 Grand Soleil 40 Bilge pumps The Grand Soleil 40 is equipped with two systems of bilge draining :  Manual  Electrical Refer to the scheme at the page 78 to see the components’ position. Manual bilge pump • The manual bilge pump, the lever model, is mounted astern the cockpit, towards the left side, it sucks form the main bilge through a strainer.
  • Page 78 Grand Soleil 40 Bilge pump: scheme of components 1) Manual pump in the cockpit 2) Main bilge electrical pump and shower in the stern toilet 3) Draining pipe of the electrical and manual main bilge 4) Valves for the sucking of the main...
  • Page 79 The following instructions do not replace the information provided in the enclosed Owner’s Manual supplied by the Manufacturer.  The Grand Soleil 40 is predisposed to mount a 1000watt electrical windlass.  It can be used also manually through a winch handle.
  • Page 80 Grand Soleil 40 • If the battery is not completely efficient and has difficulties in weigh the anchor, it is advisable to do the operation while the engine is slightly working. This operation reduces the current absorption provoked by the use of the windlass.
  • Page 81 All the knowledge, seamanship and personal experience must be invested to obtain the maximum people security. Cantiere del Pardo advises to inform and train all the crew of the following: • where to find and how to wear the life-jackets;...
  • Page 82 The life raft is compulsory for the navigation over the 12 miles, must be capable of containing at least the people on board. Cantiere del Pardo advises to locate it inside one of the two peaks in the cockpit or in a place easily reachable. To avoid the theft place the life raft inside the boat each time you leave it.
  • Page 83 Grand Soleil 40 Navigational on board instruments In general the navigational instrumentations are optional, except for the compass. Here below you will find some observations regarding the more common installed instrumentations. For each device it is advisable to read the use and maintenance manufacturer’s booklet.
  • Page 84 Grand Soleil 40 Mast head unit aerials • The masthead connection of the VHF aerial or the wind instrumentation cables must be inspected once or twice a year, or when any mast head repairs are needed. • Indeed, if electrical contacts are corroded, oxidized or loose, the instrumentation will not be fully efficient.
  • Page 85 Grand Soleil 40 Reefs The boom of the Grand Soleil 40 is fitted to house two reefing lines to take in 2 reefs, and it is arranged for an outhaul for the mainsail base adjustment. Instruction • From the pulley located at the end of the boom, the end of the reefing line runs into the cringle of the clew of the reef you want to take.
  • Page 86 Grand Soleil 40 Taking in a reef Once the reef line has been installed, do as follows to take in reefs: • Whether the boat is fitted with a rigid vang or with a tackle one, always slacken a little the main sail sheet before the operation as in any other boat.
  • Page 87 Grand Soleil 40 Warning and advices • Taking in a reef is very important as far as safe sailing is concerned. This calls for an important coordination among the crew members and before starting it is advisable to determine each crew member’s role.
  • Page 88 Grand Soleil 40 Rudder, bearings and self-aligning bearings The rudder of elliptical shade, is suspended; the shaft is of stainless steel; the blade is of glass fibre, and it is reinforced inside by a stainless steel structure welded to the shaft..
  • Page 89 Grand Soleil 40 Steering wheel maintenance We recommend to: Check periodically the bearings, the thrust bearings and the rudder shaft, if necessary grease them with a silicon grease of the same type of that used for the winches. Check frequently and adjust if necessary the steering cables tension.
  • Page 90 Grand Soleil 40 Sails The grand Soleil 40 is supplied with a standard:  Mainsail  Furling Genoa For further necessary measurement, please refer to the Technical Data at the page 13. Warnings • Ultraviolet rays and prolonged shivering are the main factors causing sails aging, therefore: Protect main sail with a cover when folded away and left on the boom;...
  • Page 91 Grand Soleil 40 Maintenance • Check frequently the conditions of the following parts: - Seams and panel reinforcements; - Clews’ link, heads and tacks; - Leech-line’s cleats and line; - Bolt rope and headboat mainsail; - Transparent windows for wind-flow yarns (if present).
  • Page 92  Interiors  Stainless steel All the products and treatment applied by Cantiere del Pardo on the internal and external surfaces are among the best in the market. Therefore, we recommend to respect all the suggestions and the indications below to have the best output.
  • Page 93 Grand Soleil 40 Little bottom repairs • Please ask to Cantiere del Pardo information on gelcoat, catalyst, percentage, time, and temperature for the catalysing, taking into consideration that if the temperature is lower the 16° C, it is better not to operate.
  • Page 94 • Frequently ventilate the interiors of the boat, keep it always dry. Stainless steel • The stainless steel used for the Grand Soleil 40 hardware is the AISI 316, a steel alloy containing a percentage of molybdenum between the 2% and the 3%, particularly resistant to corrosion and oxidation in the marine environment.
  • Page 95 Grand Soleil 40 Winches  The scheme at page 24 shows the function of each winch. Maintenance • Wash them regularly with fresh water especially after tough sailing. • Have a skilled technician grease bearings and cogs at least once a season.
  • Page 96 Grand Soleil 40 W.C. The following indications do not replace the information given by the manufacturer. Toilette  Stern toilet: - Both W.C. valves, at the end of the convey pipes (white colours), are accessible by lifting up the floor board in the centre of the saloon, aligned to the bulkhead: the valve towards bow is the inlet for the washing water;...
  • Page 97 Grand Soleil 40 W.C. valves 1) Inlet valve 2) Outlet valve 3) W.C. pump 4) Sink’s outlet valve - 97 -...

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