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  • Page 1 CIN: ____________________...

  • Page 2: Owner's Manual Preface

    Impression 444 – Owner's manual OWNER’S MANUAL PREFACE Dear ELAN owner, We are proud you have chosen an ELAN sailing yacht and we would like to thank you for your trust! We wish you fair winds on the seas wherever you go….! Your sailing yacht represents an investment for you, and we therefore hope that you will follow our advice in order to protect its value over time.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Impression 444 – Owner's manual TABLE OF CONTENT OWNER’S MANUAL PREFACE ..................... 2 TABLE OF CONTENT ........................3 FOREWORD ........................5 WARRANTY CONDITIONS OF YOUR ELAN ............... 8 IMPORTANT INFORMATION ..................11 3.1. DEGRESS OF DANGER ....................11 3.2. LABELS ON BOARD ..................... 11 3.3.
  • Page 4 Impression 444 – Owner's manual 9.2.1. HULL ........................40 9.2.2. PROTECTION OF TERMINALS ................41 9.3. HULL AND DECK ......................41 9.3.1. CLEANING ......................41 9.3.2. STAINS, SCRATCHES AND ABRASION ..............41 9.4. MAST, SAILS AND RIGGING ..................42 9.5.

  • Page 5: Foreword

    Setting sail towards distant shores and pristine ocean sunsets has always been a little boys dream. Sailing is an act of nature: it is one of the last means to freely live your passion. We filled this ELAN sailing yacht with passion – passion of design, traditional craftsmanship and beauty.
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  • Page 8: Warranty Conditions Of Your Elan

    This warranty is only valid after establishing and sending of all bellow documents to ELAN QA and AS Dept., according to the conditions specified on each of them ...
  • Page 9 Impression 444 – Owner's manual  non-observance of maintenance recommendations as described in the book remitted with the boat, or non-compliance with the normal rules of boat maintenance,  improper use, especially negligent, reckless, abusive or abnormal use,  participation in competitions, ...
  • Page 10 Impression 444 – Owner's manual The application of the warranty prolongs the warranty period on the repair works during a period equal to the necessary time to perform the warranty-work only, provided that said work necessitates at least 7 consecutive days of labor to be performed.

  • Page 11: Important Information

    Impression 444 – Owner's manual 3. IMPORTANT INFORMATION 3.1. DEGRESS OF DANGER This manual used the following degrees of danger: DANGER: Denotes that an extreme intrinsic hazard exists which would result in high probability of death or irreparable injury if proper precautions are not taken.

  • Page 12: Liability Of The Owner/Operator

    Impression 444 – Owner's manual 3.3. LIABILITY OF THE OWNER/OPERATOR Before sailing, the sailing yacht owner/operator should read this manual and familiarize himself / herself with its contents, in particular with all the warnings relating to safe use and emergency procedures. It is the responsibility of the owner to ensure that, when sailing, the sailing yacht is equipped with all the (safety) equipment required under the law.

  • Page 13: Pre-Departure Check List

    Impression 444 – Owner's manual  Inform members of the crew about the location and operation of the fire-fighting equipment and the location of the escape routes.  In case the fire in engine room use fire port hole located on the companionway.

  • Page 14: Closing Up Your Craft After Sailing Check List

    Impression 444 – Owner's manual 3.7. CLOSING UP YOUR CRAFT AFTER SAILING CHECK LIST 1. Close all inlet/outlet seacocks in the hull. 2. Turn off the electrical system. 3. Turn off the gas valve on the gas bottle. 4. Switch on bilge pump (if automatic) and pump the bilge.

  • Page 15: Technical Specifications

    Impression 444 – Owner's manual 4. TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS 4.1. TECHNICAL DATA Boat Type Impression 444 by Elan Boat Class Sailboat Boat Design Category A “Ocean” SI-ELA44I_ _ _ _ _ _ Manufactured by ELAN, d.o.o. Begunje 1, 4275 Begunje na Gorenjskem,...

  • Page 16: Definition Of Design

    4.2. DEFINITION OF DESIGN IMPRESSION 434 by ELAN is designed and built in conformity with the requirements of the “A” ocean sailing” design category. The “A” category sailing yacht is designed and built for sailing in waves up to 7 m and winds up to 10 Beaufort, i.e. 55 knots, 28 m/s or 100 km/h. It has to be suitable for longer cruises, for instance ocean sailing as well as for coast sailing in the regions that are not protected against winds and waves for several hundred miles.

  • Page 17: Interior Layout

    Impression 444 – Owner's manual 39. Genoa sheet cam cleats 42. Cockpit table sink 46. Spring cleat 40. Waste tank dockside 43. Cockpit table storage 47. Handle suction Compass 48. Shore power socket 41. Front coachroof 44. Fixed portlight 49. Gas locker windshield 45.

  • Page 18: Profile

    Impression 444 – Owner's manual 5.3. PROFILE Figure 5 1. Bow navigation light 16. Horseshoe lifebuoy 2. Bow fitting 17. Anchor 3. Pulpit 18. Genoa sheet sheave 4. Life lines 19. Fixed portlight 5. Bow protection 20. Handle 6. Cam cleat 21.

  • Page 19: Propulsion Systems

    Impression 444 – Owner's manual 6. PROPULSION SYSTEMS 6.1. SAILS AND MAST Figure 6 6.2. ENGINE SYSTEM CAUTION: Follow the instructions for the use supplied by the engine manufacturer, especially with regards to the RPM and load of a new engine.

  • Page 20: Engine Operation

    Impression 444 – Owner's manual 6.2.1. ENGINE OPERATION The following instructions for engine operation are provided for information purposes only and do not include all the details of engine operation and maintenance. For detailed information see the operation instructions, supplied by the engine manufacturer, which are included in the Owner’s Manual.

  • Page 21: Engine And Propeller Installation

    10% of its capacity. 6.2.2. ENGINE AND PROPELLER INSTALLATION The standard versions of the IMPRESSION 444 are equipped with a VOLVO D2-55 engine – sail drive version (D2-75 as an option). The engine runs on normal diesel fuel. It is cooled with seawater in a closed cooling circuit.
  • Page 22 Impression 444 – Owner's manual DANGER: When filling the tank, turn off the engine and do not smoke. Filling the fuel tank:  Fill the fuel tank with diesel via the deck filler. The position of the deck filler is shown in Fig.8...

  • Page 23: Systems And Circuits

    Impression 444 – Owner's manual 7. SYSTEMS AND CIRCUITS 7.1. POSITION OF SEACOCKS AND THROUGH-HULL FITTINGS CAUTION: Keep the seacocks closed when not in operation to avoid the possibility of water penetration or leakage. When sailing, the sacocks must be kept closed.

  • Page 24: Water Systems

    Impression 444 – Owner's manual 7.2. WATER SYSTEMS 7.2.1. FRESH WATER SYSTEM TANKS The sailing yacht is equipped with fresh water tanks (see Fig.10). They are filled via fresh water fillers (see Fig.10) marked “WATER”. Unscrew the plug using a winch handle. A fresh water level indicator is located on the electrical control panel.

  • Page 25: Hot Water System

    Impression 444 – Owner's manual 1. Water tank - port & stb - 183 l 14. Water heater 2. Water tank - saloon - 150 l 15. Engine to heater exchange 3. Water tank - bow - 272 l (option) 16.

  • Page 26: Bilge Water System

    Impression 444 – Owner's manual CAUTION: NEVER use the waste water pump with the outlet seacock closed. NEVER use any other but thin absorbent toilet paper and never too much. Any other kind may damage the pump. Follow carefully the instructions for use and precautions marked on the pump.

  • Page 27: Gas System

    Impression 444 – Owner's manual CAUTION: Check the bilge pump for bilge water before leaving the dock, during sailing and when leaving the boat for a longer period. Switch on the bilge water pump switches on the control panel and check the operation of the bilge pump.
  • Page 28 Impression 444 – Owner's manual Close fuel supply valves and cylinder valve when appliances are not in use. Close valves immediately in an emergency. Be sure appliance valves are closed before opening cylinder valve. Close gas supply valves and cylinder valve when appliances are not in use. Close valves immediately in an emergency.
  • Page 29 Impression 444 – Owner's manual 1. Gas cooker 5. Gas bottle compartment 2. Flexible hose 6. Safety screw valve with manometer 3. Gas valve 7. Gas bottle 4. Copper tube 8. Overboard drainage Fuel burning appliances consume cabin oxygen and release products of combustion into the craft.

  • Page 30: Electrical Systems

    Impression 444 – Owner's manual 7.6. ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS 7.6.1. 12V SYSTEM The boat is equipped with 12 V AGM (gel) batteries. The number of batteries depends on the equipment installed (standard 2). The batteries are charged via an alternator driven by the boat’s engine.

  • Page 31: 230V System

    Impression 444 – Owner's manual Figure 14 7.6.2. 230V SYSTEM The boat is optionally equipped with a 230 V electrical circuit. The socket is located in the cockpit. In addition to the battery charger, the circuit also comprises sockets for 230 V consumers.

  • Page 32: Philippi Instrument Setup And Settings

    Impression 444 – Owner's manual CONTROL PANEL 230V: Figure 15 7.6.3. PHILIPPI INSTRUMENT SETUP AND SETTINGS Display on control panel: Technical data TCM Connection voltage 8-30 V Instrument dimensions 105 x 105 x 40 mm Cut-pout to install instrument 90 x 90 mm...
  • Page 33 Impression 444 – Owner's manual Choice of row for entry Negative change in value Positive change in value Saving data and return to state of tank Possible number of displayed tanks: Show: 0 = show state in liters (l) 1 = show state in percentage (%)
  • Page 34 Impression 444 – Owner's manual 0 – 90 ohm Optional Five inches mater 4 stages WARNING: Change settings of the tank type only for defined equipment (for example 0-4, 5-9,…). Some equipment requires manual changes, which can be carried out only by the manufacturer of equipment.
  • Page 35 Impression 444 – Owner's manual If the size i.e. perpendicularity is very much changed, it can be attained via the formula. The formula to calculate the compensation value is the contents of the tank (when it is half full) divided by the entire content and multiplied by 100.

  • Page 36: Rudder And Steering System

    Impression 444 – Owner's manual View from the back: Connection of sensors, measuring instruments in the table below: CLIP TCM 1 TCM 2 TCM 3 TCM 4 + starter battery + starter battery + service battery + service battery Tank 3 (S)
  • Page 37 Impression 444 – Owner's manual CAUTION: It is recommended to disassemble the steering mechanism every two years to lubricate it and thoroughly check the rudder blade. Clean the bearings and when reassembling, lubricate them with a lubricant resistant to sea water.

  • Page 38: Garbage Discharge

    Impression 444 – Owner's manual Figure 17 1. Steering wheel 5. Custom idler 2. Quadrant 6. Chain & wire set 3. Steering drum 7. Stopper 4. Custom idler 8. Rudder 8. GARBAGE DISCHARGE Annex V of the MARPOL Treaty is an International Convention providing for a cleaner, safer...

  • Page 39: Maintenance

    Impression 444 – Owner's manual IT IS THEREFORE ILLEGAL FOR ANY VESSEL TO DUMP PLASTIC GARBAGE INCLUDING SYNTHETIC ROPEC, FISHING NETS AND PLASTIC GARBAGE BAGS ANYWHERE IN THE OCEANS OR NAVIGABLE WATERS. Violations of these requirements may result in civil penalties being imposed upon offenders in the form of fines and/or legislation.

  • Page 40: Underwater Structure

    Impression 444 – Owner's manual Figure 18 CAUTION: Look for labels on the boat to place the lifting stripes (see Fig.18). Make sure the straps do not damage the propeller or sail-drive. DANGER: It is not allowed to stay on board or stand under the boat when the boat is being hauled out.

  • Page 41: Protection Of Terminals

    Impression 444 – Owner's manual  Apply the antifouling with a spray gun or roller in accordance with the antifouling manufacturer’s instructions. CAUTION: When applying the antifouling, do not apply it on the instrument probes and terminal ends. Some antifouling paints are compatible which is why particular care is required.

  • Page 42: Mast, Sails And Rigging

    Any customer must be aware, if ordering a blue hull, that there may be white pixels visible in the blue hull. When sanding or polishing the hull the micro porosity of the laminate may be exposed. After final production, ELAN Yachts are sanded and polished, therefore extreme care must be exercised should further polishing be required.

  • Page 43: Deck Equipment

    Impression 444 – Owner's manual Genoa leech and foot already have sewn-on protective stripes that give a complete UV protection to a furled sail. When leaving the boat for a longer period or after the season, always remove, fold and store the sails in the sail sacks.

  • Page 44: Plexiglass, Portlights And Hatches

    Impression 444 – Owner's manual 9.5.5. PLEXIGLASS, PORTLIGHTS AND HATCHES Wash your acrylic hatches and other acrylic components on your boat with a mild soap and plenty of warm water. Use a clean, soft cloth, applying only light pressure. Apply wax or non- acidic oil to such frames after cleaning.

  • Page 45: Sink

    Impression 444 – Owner's manual 9.6.5. SINK Stainless steel sinks may be cleaned with a non-abrasive cleaner and sponge. 9.6.6. BILGE STRAINERS AND PUMPS After cleaning the boat’s interior, proceed to inspect the bilge pump strainer and bilge, removing the dirt and drying it to prevent odor and mildew.

  • Page 46: Electrical System

    Impression 444 – Owner's manual the gas in the feed line is burned. Be sure to turn all the valves on the appliance to the OFF position. Make sure that the gas locker is clear. 10.3. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Remove all the batteries from the boat and clean the poles. Store the batteries in a warm and dry location.

  • Page 47: Covering

    Impression 444 – Owner's manual stains. If you find any damage, bring the sail to a sail-maker for a detailed inspection and repair. 10.9. COVERING It is much better to store a sailing yacht under cover than to leave it exposed to the weather conditions.

  • Page 48: Product End-Of-Life Disposal

    Impression 444 – Owner's manual 11. PRODUCT END-OF-LIFE DISPOSAL Prior the boat disposal (after end-of-life cycle) the owner needs to identify all legal requirements that are applicable to this environment aspect. Since our boats are generally sold worldwide, this may include: ...

  • Page 49: Instructions For Use Of Installed Equipment

    Impression 444 – Owner's manual 12. INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE OF INSTALLED EQUIPMENT 1. Refrigerator 2. Water heater 3. Instruments 4. Engine 5. Etc. ELEMENT MANUFACTURER TYPE...
  • Page 50 Impression 444 – Owner's manual NOTES: Make notes of any modification on your sailing yacht.

  • Page 51: Annexes

    Impression 444 – Owner's manual 13. ANNEXES 13.1. OTHER INTERIOR LAYOUTS...

  • Page 52: Electrical System Drawings

    Impression 444 – Owner's manual 13.2. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM DRAWINGS...
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