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BENETEAU team welcomes you aboard. A BENETEAU is made to last, in order to bring you all the pleasure you expect from a vessel over a period of many years each boat is subject to the utmost attention to detail from the design stage right through to launching.
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If your boat is equipped with a liferaft, carefully read the instructions. The boat The BENETEAU shipyards may not be held responsible for any alterations must have on board all the proper safety equipment (lifejackets, buoys, harness, flares, which they have not approved.
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ARNING So as to be able to continuously improve their product the BENETEAU shipyards reserve the right to make any alterations in design, layout or equipment which they judge necessary.
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Introduction HISTORY OF UPDATES •Index 0......................02/2008 •Index 1......................07/2008...
General specifications Technical specifications Certification Design category Your boat...
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E ................. 5,50 m Draft Deep draught keel..................2,80 m Ballast weight Deep draught keel..............3 850 kg The sails are the main propulsion means of the FIRST 45. Light displacement ..................11 545 kg NOTE: The capacities indicated are maximum (including options).
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Upto and including 4 C - "Near to the coast" Upto and including 6 Upto and including 2 D - "In sheltered waters" Upto and including 4 Upto and including 0,3 The FIRST 45 model conforms to the directive 2003/44/CE...
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Telephone N° / Address to be contacted in case of emergency Engine type Serial number Engine key number CHANTIERS BENETEAU S.A. - Z.I. des Mares - BP 66 - 85270 St - Hilaire - de - Riez - FRANCE - Tèl. + 33 (0)2 51 60 50 10 http://www.beneteau.com...
Safety Safety Equipment General information Gas system Recommendatons for gas Fight against fire Bilge pump system Emergency tiller...
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AFETY QUIPMENT Designation Position of swimming ladder (means of coming back onboard) Location of liferaft locker Swimming ladder (means of coming back onboard) Storage locker for liferaft (Reference 1) (Reference 2) Safety...
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Safety ENERAL INFORMATION DANGERS ARNING The major hazards concern: -Before you sail, list the compulsory safety - The gas system. equipment. -Don't exceed the number of persons indicated - The electrical system. in the chapter 'Specifications'. - Manoeuvring the vessel and the sails. -The total weight of the persons and equipment - The motorisation.
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AS SYSTEM PERATION NOTE: Same position for the other layouts. Designation Supply valve Cooker - Oven Cooker / Oven Gas cylinder locker Regulator valve Drain - Gas cylinder locker Open valve Closed valve Gas cylinder locker (Reference 3) Valve Safety...
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Safety ECOMMENDATONS FOR GAS Type of cylinder: butane, service pressure 10 kg/cm or according to current standards of your country). ARNING Close the valves on the system and on the cylinder when the appliances are not used. Close the valves before you change cylinders and immediately in case of emergency.
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CHEMA Designation Regulator valve 12V Gas cylinder Drain Stuffing box PVC girdled sleeve Electromagnetic valve for gas 12V Pipe Propane Plastic Safety...
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Safety Emergency evacuation and location of extinguishers Emergency exits in case of fire - Deck hatch of the fore cabin - Companionway Recommended positioning of portable extinguishers (not supplied) 1. In the port cockpit locker 2. Under the port side seat 3.
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Safety Regularly check and replace the rubber tubings that link the cylinder to one end of the circuit and the stove to the other one, depending on the norms and regulations in force in your country. ARNING Pay particular attention to keep in good condition the screw thread of the cylinder on which the regulator is. Check the condition of the regulator every year and change it if necessary.
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-Do not leave the vessel unattended when a cooker or heater is in use. For the FIRST 45: 25A/170B(equivalent to 5 extinguishers of minimum capacity). -Do not use gas lamps in the vessel. -Do not alter the vessel systems (electrical, gas or fuel).
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Position of fuel valve and engine compartment extinguisher aperture Extinguisher hole located under the companionway step Fuel oil valve for engine (Reference 2) (Reference 1) Safety...
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Safety The engine compartment has an aperture that makes it possible to inject the extinguishing product inside without opening the usual access hatches. NSTRUCTIONS TO FOLLOW IN CASE OF A FIRE IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT BILGE - Stop the engine. - Switch off power and stop fuel supply.
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Use of the manual bilge pump Lay out of Operation Safety...
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Safety ILGE PUMP SYSTEM ARNING ROCEDURE TO FOLLOW IN CASE OF WATER LEAKAGE - Switch on power to the electric bilge pumps. -The bilge pump system is not designed to - If necessary activate the manual pump. provide buoyancy to the boat in case of damage.
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Use steers frank of help Acces Steering sector Emergency tiller in position Safety...
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Safety MERGENCY TILLER The emergency tiller is in an aft locker and shall be easy to get to. IECE OF ADVICE ECOMMENDATION To operate the tiller: -The emergency tiller is designed only to sail at a - Use a winch handle and unscrew the tiller cover situated at the back of the cockpit. reduced speed in case of a wheel failure.
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Carreening Wetted area : 41,2 m²GTE Wetted area : 40,0 m²PTE Hull...
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Hull AINTENANCE OF THE The materials and equipments of your boat have been selected because of their high quality and performance and ease of RECAUTION maintenance. However you shall carry out a minimum maintenance in order to protect your boat from outside attacks (salt, sun, electrolysis ...).
Deck Navigation Stability Prevention of manoverboard Mooring Towing Anchoring Maintenance of the Deck...
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Navigation - Deck Layout A. Mooring cleats B. Towing: • at the bow, to be towed • at the stern, to tow C. Lifeline (fastened on mooring cleats or on chainplates) D. Swimming ladder (means of coming back onboard) ARNING -The maximum weight of the outboard engine (not supplied) on the pushpits should not exceed 20 kg.
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Deck TABILITY Breaking waves represent a serious danger for stability and for taking in water. Close the companionway doors and hatches in heavy seas. ANGER During sailing keep all the portholes, windows and doors closed. -Wear your life jacket. - The stability is reduced when you add weight in the upper parts. -In heavy weather, wear your safety harness and - Stability may be reduced when towing a boat or when heavy weights are lifted with the davits.
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Deck OWING OWING BOAT RECAUTION - Tow another boat at a reduced speed and as smoothly as you can. -Before anchoring check the depth of water, the - Pay particular attention when you throw or catch the towing rope (it may foul on the propeller). power of the current and the nature of the sea NOTE: The stability may be reduced when you tow a boat.
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Deck Electric windlass - Breaker - FUSE 1 Stem roller 2 Anchor in position 3 Shackle and mooring chain 4 Mooring locker 5 Position for remote control 6 Windlass remote control 7 Handle position (The handle is used to disengage the chain rim brake and to haul in the anchor manually in the case of electrical breakdown).
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- Re-engage the brake and let the anchor hang until the mooring position is reached. -The FIRST 45 must not sail with a CQR anchor in position - Have the boat pointed into the wind and without speed.
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Deck AINTENANCE OF THE Preferably wash your boat on shore. RECAUTION Use as few cleaning agents as possible. -Consult the harbourmaster's office to find out Don't use solvents or aggressive detergent agents (Refer to chapter 3 "Hull"). the conditions of use for water and air facilities Don't discharge cleaning products into the sea.
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Steering Gear Designation Number Rudder Glassfibre rudder stock Balance bush Lower bearing Lower stainless steel fret Rudder port tube Bellows stock seal Upper stainless steel fret Upper bearing Stainless steel flange Emergency tiller Steering sector Tiller cable Single mobile sheave Steering Gear To starboard Steering Gear To port Steering wheel 900 diameter...
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Steering system TEERING AINTENANCE ARNING - Regularly check: -Refer to chapter 2 "Safety"for use of the • The tension in the steering cables. • The tightness of the steering system components. emergency tiller. - Don't tighten the steering cables excessively. - Lubricate all the elements.
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Access to drives: Through the port aft cabin Through the aft cockpit locker Steering system...
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Rigging and Sails Diameter Diameter Standing rigging Quantity Version cruising Version racing Forestay dash 22 dash 22 Backstay V3D4 dash 17 dash 22 dash 30 dash 17 dash 10 dash 10 NOTE: Dash is the diameter measurement for the rod cable.
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Rigging and Sails TANDING RIGGING Your BENETEAU dealer was responsible for stepping the mast of your boat. ANGER After masting your vessel and after having sailed for the first time it is necessary to seek the help of a qualified specialist in order to carry out a rigging check.
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General handling diagram Designation Back and forth Genoa traveller Genoa track Main sheet Genoa sheet Jammer Rigging winches Genoa sheet winches Winches Main sheet and Spinnaker Mainsail traveller pass rope Spinnaker guy (optional extra) Spinnaker barbers (optional extra) Spinnaker sheet (optional extra) Genoa furler line (optional extra) Spi 2 halyard(optional extra) Genoa halyard...
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Rigging and Sails Boom downhaul circuit Designation Number Single frame pulley Single pulley D 57 D 40 carbon single pulley Kicking strap D40 carbon double pulley Pig tail Kicking strap Pig tail Kicking strap Pig tail Kicking strap...
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Rigging and Sails UNNING RIGGING AINTENANCE ARNING Lightly grease the sheave pins. Change any distorted or dented sheave. Inspect the pins of the sheaves at the top of the mast -Refer to the manufacturer's instructions to once a year. remove the winches and put them back. Regularly check the jam cleat jaws for condition.
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Mainsail sheet circuit Designation Number Swivel single pulley Single frame pulley (Mainsail block and tackle) Single pulley Main sheet D40 carbon double pulley D 40 carbon single pulley Traveller adjustment Loop (Mast carbon) Pulley (Mast carbon) Rigging and Sails...
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Rigging and Sails Genoa sheet circuit Designation Number D 40 carbon single pulley genoa winding stopper genoa sheet genoa car adjustment D 40 carbon single pulley D 75 carbon single pulley Jib sheet inhaulers + Ring...
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Rigging and Sails URLING GENOA ITTING - Secure the head and halyard to the swivel. Secure the tack to the drum and sheets. IECE OF ADVICE - Insert the bolt rope into the hole and hoist it and take care that you do not tear it. ECOMMENDATION - Have the halyard taut enough but hoist less taut than a sail on a normal stay.
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Symmetric spi (optional extra) Designation Number Swivel single pulley single pulley boom lift Swivel single pulley Pulley snap hook Spinnaker boom downhaul Spinnaker guy D 75 carbon single pulley Spinnaker sheet barber D 75 carbon single pulley Spinnaker sheet Rigging and Sails...
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Rigging and Sails Asymmetric spi (optional extra) Designation Number Single pulley Tack Asymmetric spi Spinnaker sheet Pig tail...
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Rigging and Sails AILS How long a sail lasts mainly depends on its regular maintenance. IECE OF ADVICE When sailing, trim the sails properly in accordance with the stresses in order to reduce the harmful strains on the fabric. ECOMMENDATION Avoid tears and wear: Use protective items against chafing on the the accessories with rough surfaces (protective items for -At the end of the sailing season, and if possible spreaders, stanchions etc.).
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Spinnaker boom storage (optional extra) Designation Number Boom maintenance belt Boom plastic support Rigging and Sails...
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Rigging and Sails LEANING AND MAINTENANCE Rinse the sails with fresh water from time to time and dry quickly in order to avoid mildew. Avoid drying the sails to windward when on the mast (when the sails lift, the seams are worn, the sails may be torn by the rigging).
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Layouts NTERIOR MAINTENANCE IECE OF ADVICE NSIDE ECOMMENDATION - Take advantage of the fine weather to take the settee and berth cushions out. -Preferably wash your boat on shore. - Put the cushions vertically if you leave the boat for long. -Use as few cleaning agents as possible.
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Seats attachment system Suction-cup system to lift floors Cooler locking system Side lockers opening/closing system Side window curtains opening/closing Layouts...
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Layouts 100% POLYESTER RALON JACQUARD If you cannot remove the fabric: - Clean with the vacuum cleaner. - Clean with synthetic foam (please refer to the product instructions). If you can remove the fabric: - Hand wash with an ordinary washing powder at 30° C. In both cases, dry cleaning is possible.
Water and sewage water Water tanks Water system - Distribution Water system - Drainage Sewage Bilge pump system...
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Water tanks - Lay out of Designation Distribution cluster hot / cold water Front tank vent Front tank filling by plug hole Rear tank filling by plug hole Rear tank vent Water and sewage water...
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Water and sewage water ATER TANKS PERATION ARNING In order to prevent any handling mistakes, never fill the water and fuel tanks at the same time. -Tanks nominal load capacity cannot be fully During filling, avoid handling contaminants near the fillers. used based due to trim and boat loading.
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Plumbing board Located under the port-side heel bearer Designation Electric bilge pump Water unit Water filter Expansion chamber Tank taps Water and sewage water...
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Water and sewage water ATER SYSTEM ISTRIBUTION ARNING SE OF THE WASHBASINS AND SHOWERS -Turn off the shore freshwater supply valve - Close the valves and turn off the taps after use. before leaving the vessel. EA WATER FOOT PUMP RESH WATER The footpump makes either seawater or freshwater available at the sink.
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Distribution circuit Designation Distribution cluster hot / cold water To boat aft To bathroom Water and sewage water...
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Water and sewage water Water system Drainage Designation Designation Shower draining / Port aft pump Cooler emptying by pump Icebox drainage Hand sink evacuation in port aft shower Dishrack evacuation by gate valve Shower pump evacuation by port aft collector Cooler pump emptying by collector Shower pump evacuation by port bow collector Sink evacuation by gate valve...
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Water and sewage water ATER SYSTEM RAINAGE ARNING PERATION Waste water from the sink, washbasins and heads is drained off by thru-hull fittings with ball valves (the valve is closed when - The hull valve passes emptying pit steering the valve handle is perpendicular to the hose, the valve is open when the valve handle is in line with the hose). wheel must remain in the open position, and to All the floors have holes (limber holes) for the water flow.
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Water system - Draining of steering wheel well Water and sewage water...
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Water and sewage water WC evacuation gate valve Thru-hull fitting closed Thru-hull fitting open Galley draining Shower tray draining 3 way valve Galley, Cool box, Kitchen sink drainage Dishrack...
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Use of WCs Quiet Flush (optional extra) 1. Rinsing out the bowl 2. Water filling to the left and bowl draining to the right Water and sewage water...
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Water and sewage water EWAGE IECE OF ADVICE SE OF THE MARINE HEADS ECOMMENDATION Before you use the heads, check that the water intake valve and draining valve are open. -When you are in a marina, use the club-house To empty the bowl: sanitary facilities (if there are).
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Black water circuits - Schematic diagram Deck or sea evacuation Deck only evacuation (optional extra) Heads water intake Forward Feces evacuation Port aft tank evacuation gate valve Heads water intake Aft 1. WC 2. Seawater inlet 1. Deck filler - Suction and Rinsing 4.
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Water and sewage water SE OF MARINE S FITTED WITH BLACK WATER TANK Open the water intake valve (valve handle parallel to the pipe). ARNING In the case of a direct discharge into the sea: Open the draining valve. -Tanks nominal load capacity cannot be fully In case you store the waste waters in the tank: Make sure the draining valve is closed (valve handle perpendicular to the pipe).
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Bilge pump system Designation Designation Draining of manual bilge pump To manual pump Electric bilge pump drainage Filter suction / Electric pump Electric bilge pump filter suction To rose box Bilge pump drainage To check valve Manual bilge pump well suction Bilge pump drainage Electric bilge pump draining / Non-return valve Bilge pump well suction...
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Water and sewage water ILGE PUMP SYSTEM ARNING LECTRIC BILGE PUMP Electric bilge pumps are powered at the switchboard. -The bilge pump system is not designed to On the electrical panel - three possible positions : OFF / Automatic / Mechanically operated. provide buoyancy to the boat in case of damage.
Electrical equipment General information 12 V DC system 110-220 V AC system Equipment...
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Electrical equipment ENERAL INFORMATION LECTRICAL PANEL ARNING The electrical switchboard does not require any routine maintenance . In case an electric appliance is not energized, check: -Handle the batteries with care (Please refer to - The main power supply (batteries, battery switches). the manufacturer's instructions.
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Electrical equipment Designation Cool box Water unit Electric bilge pump Water heater Windlass Battery for engine Panel Air conditioning Electronics 220/110V breaker Electrical panel CD player Charge divider Battery switch engine + Battery switch of house system FUSE Panel Winch circuit breaker Service battery + Spare battery Shore power...
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Electrical panel Designation FUSE Charger 10 A (220 V) / 15 A (110 V) Water heater 10 A 110-220V AC socket 10 A Voltmeter Water gauge Fuel oil gauge Socket 12 V Interior lighting 10 A Mooring light 10 A Navigation light 10 A Deck light...
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Electrical equipment - Certain lights represent a significant heat source, be careful of surrounding objects. Note that the 12 V circuit wires are red for positive and black for negative. ARNING ATTERIES -Never work on a live electric fitting. Battery charging is achieved through the alternator coupled to the engine or through use of the 220 V shore charger. Keep the batteries charged enough (essential to ensure them a correct service life).
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HORE POWER Access to platform socket and to bipolar switch from the The differential switch is located in the card table port cockpit box in aft bulkhead Electrical equipment...
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Electrical equipment , 110-220 V LECTRICAL CIRCUIT ANGER ENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS -Never let the end of the boat/shore supply cable Certain vessels are equipped (as either standard or optional features depending on the model)with a 110 V or 230 V circuit. hang in the water: The following measures are recommended in order to avoid the danger of electrical shock and fire: -The result may be an electric field liable to hurt...
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Main elements schematic diagram Designation Designation Propeller battery (optional extra) Propeller battery isolation switch (optional extra) House battery Propeller fuse (optional extra) Battery for engine Bow thruster (optional extra) Electrical equipment...
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Electrical equipment QUIPMENT IECE OF ADVICE ENERAL INTRODUCTION ECOMMENDATION (As far as possible) use electric appliances with double insulation or with three conductors (Neutral-Live wire-Ground). -Place the protective covers on the repeaters when unused for long periods. LECTRONICS -When sailing store the protective covers inside Wire runs are available to complete the boat equipment.
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Engine ENERAL INFORMATION ANGER YPE OF MOTORISATION Your vessel is fitted with an in-board diesel engine. -Stop the engine and refrain from smoking Transmission type is Sail-drive. during fuel tank filling. RECAUTIONS OF USE OPERATING ADVICE RECAUTION General point -Never run the engine when the boat is hauled - In this vessel, do not install an engine with a greater power and weight than that recommended, this will create a danger out.
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Engine Designation Diesel oil stainless steel plug-hole Engine compartment ventilator 12 V 300m3/h Port diesel oil tank ventilator Rotomoulded diesel oil tank 200L Sea water filter Diesel oil closing valve Water separator diesel oil filter Expansion chamber Sail-drive engine Battery isolation switch set Battery box with flexible joints and cover Water trap Engine panel equipment...
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Main elements of the engine Engine access panels Overall view of engine Designation Chiller Engine oil filler hole Air filter Dipstick Oil filters Diesel oil decanter valve Expansion chamber Seawater inlet Reverser Water heater Coolant filling hole Windlass operation relay Pipe Anti-siphonage item Outlet Starting motor...
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Engine Engine These instructions give detailed explanations on proper operation of the engine. IECE OF ADVICE - Refill before the fuel tanks have almost run dry (the fuel system may be stopped for lack of fuel). ECOMMENDATION - Make sure you have enough fuel before sailing. -Get used to checking immediately after starting Access to the engine the engine if water is expelled with the exhaust...
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NGINE FUEL VALVE AND SEA WATER INTAKE Engine water valve: On the sail-drive (Reference 2) Fuel oil valve for engine (Reference 1) Engine...
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Engine Fuel filter The engine running problems may have different origins, among which dirty fuel. The injection pump may wear out if there is ANGER water in the system. The water results either from the condensation resulting from an insufficiently filled tank, or from a filler cap either not closed -Never obstruct access to the fuel valve.
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Engine control Propeller detail Designation Engine control (retractable handlever) Flush adapter for engine control mechanism Engine panel detail Designation Anode Engine base Propeller Designation Tachometer Revolution counter Control indicator lights Engine push-stop button Starting key Engine...
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Engine The instrument panel has all the testing functions of the engine and it does not require any special precaution (refer to engine leaflet). IECE OF ADVICE Check the clutch and accelerator cables (lubricate the end fittings and forks). ECOMMENDATION -When the engine is running, avoid making noise ISIBILITY FROM THE STEERING STATION and chops near the other users.
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Engine AVIGATION EMINDER OF SOME ADVICE Stability IECE OF ADVICE ECOMMENDATION During sailing keep all the portholes, windows and doors closed. -Have the whole driving and steering systems - The stability is reduced when you add weight in the upper parts. checked and maintained by a professional.
Launching Launching recommendations Stepping the mast...
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OSITION OF HOISTING CRADLE AND STRAPS Launching...
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Launching AUNCHING RECOMMENDATIONS A lot of skill and care is required to commission your BENETEAU boat. The proper working of all your boat equipments in ARNING the future results from the quality of the commissioning operations. In order to remain completely under guarantee in the case of any failure of parts or materials the first launching and the first -Do not stay on board or under the boat during trials of different equipment must be carried out by your BENETEAU dealer.
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Launching FTER LAUNCHING - Check the sounder and speedometer fittings for tightness if need be. - Open the valves and make sure that they are tight with the hull and relevant hose. Before starting the engine, refer to chapter 11 "Engine". TEPPING THE MAST Please contact your dealer.
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Winter Storage AYING UP - Take ashore all the ship's log, the ropes that are not used for mooring, the galley equipment, supplies, clothes, the safety IECE OF ADVICE equipment, batteries, the gas cylinder. ECOMMENDATION - Mark again the safety equipment, check the expiration dates, have the liferaft overhauled. -You alone know all the particularities of your - Take advantage of this laying up to draw up a complete inventory of the equipment.
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Winter Storage Engine The engine winterization shall be carried out by a professional. Depending on the boat location, afloat or ashore, winterization is different. Here are a few major tasks to carry out: Afloat - Drain the cooling system and fill it with antifreeze. - Shut off the battery switches, grease the terminals and check the battery voltage.
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Electronics - Transducer location Dinghies and other equipment...
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Dinghies and other equipment LECTRONICS IECE OF ADVICE EAD LINES ECOMMENDATION The log and depth sounder sensors are located under the forward cabin floor. Keep the log sensor cowl close to the instrument -For optimal operation remove all metal objects so as to be able to intervene in complete safety.
Personal notes Dealer stamp The present document is not contractual and since we constantly desire to improve our models, we reserve the right to modify them without notice. Code: 084378...
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