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Summary of Contents for AB Inflatables Oceanus 13 VST
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Page 1: Table Of Contents
Contents Index Index Electrical Installations 11-13 DLX Prologue Electrical Installations 14-15 DLX Materials Electrical Installations 17-19 DLX Deck Plans & Profiles Electrical Installations 11-15 VST Declaration of Conformity Electrical Installations 19-28 VST Certification Troubleshooting Chart Marine Safety Seating Arrangements Boating Terminology Warranty Identification Numbers General Description... -
Page 2: Materials
At AB we combine superior design with meticulous craftsmanship and proven materials, such as 5-ply AB Inflatables has been manufacturing boats since 1969. Our driving force is our commitment to quality (CSM) Coated Fabric, to create unmatched tube quality. At AB Inflatables we use 1,100 Decitex polyester... -
Page 3: Deck Plans & Profiles
Deck Plans Profile Rigid Hull Model... -
Page 4: Declaration Of Conformity
Declaration of Conformity The CE mark allows us as manufacturer to perform a declaration of conformity per boat when it is needed. Please contact us if you need this certification or further information. Application of EU Recreational Craft Directive 94/25/EC as amended by 2003/44/EC ABYC: American Boat &... -
Page 5: Certification
CERTIFICATION Models Certification CE CAT Type Certification 6185 Models Certification CE CAT Type HPiVS-iR1 088-T090-I-01 -00 6185 Certification Navigo 8 VS HPiUK-R1 088-T090-I-01-00 HP iVS-iR1 088-T1 25-I-01 -00 Nautilus 1 1 DLX HPiVS-iR1 088-T091 -I-01-00 HP iUK-R1 088-T1 25-I-01 -00 Navigo 9 VS HP iVS-iR1 088-T1 26-I-01 -00 HPiUK-R1 088-T091 -I-01 -00... - Page 6 Models Certif ication CE CAT Type Certification 6185 HPiVS-iR1 088-T1 0 1 -I-01-00 Lammina 9 AL HPiUK-R1088-T101-I-01-00 Models Certification CE CAT Type HPiVS-iR1088-002-I-01-00 Certification 6185 Lammina 9,5 AL HPiUK-R1 088-002-I-01-00 HPiVS-iR1088-T121-I-01-00 HPiVS-iR1088-T103-I-01-00 Alumina 14 A LX V II Lammina 1 0 AL HPiUK-R1088-T121-I-01-00 HPiUK-R1088-T103-I-01-00 HPiVS-iR1088-T122-I-01-00...
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Page 7: Marine Safety
Marine Safety This manual is not intended to provide complete training on all aspects of boat operation. We strongly Notice recommend that all operators of this boat seek additional training on boat handling and safety. Special PFDs are available for skiing and other water sports. These PFDs are Safety requirements differ from country to country, from state to state and whether you're within coastal constructed with materials suitable for high impact falls into the water. -
Page 8: Boating Terminology
Boating Terminology 1. Stern 2. Waterline 3. Bow 4. Freeboard 5. Keel 6. Forward 7. Aft 8. Beam 9. Transom 10. Length Overall 11. Starboard side 12. Port side... -
Page 9: Identification Numbers
Identification Numbers General Description The Hull Safeguard all information in relation to your boat by recording the Hull Identification Number (HIN) and The buoyancy chamber or tube is ''U" shaped with rounded airtight cones created with the same material, ensuring complete safety and seaworthiness. AB uses large tubes for each boat size to increase payload model of your boat on the inside front cover of this manual. -
Page 10: Assembly
Assembly Inflating Instructions Hard bottom dinghies - or R.I.B' as they are frequently called - require very little preparation before The inflating system includes the inflation valves and a hand pump with its valve connector. launching. Simply inflate the buoyancy chambers, fit the removable accessories that are included as standard with your AB, attach the outboard engine and include the fuel tank (except models "DLX &... - Page 11 Never use a gasoline service station or high compression pumps to inflate your boat. They could damage the buoyancy collar. Air tightness is obtained partly by means of the plunger one-way check valve that is set in the base of the valve insert;...
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Page 12: Fitting Of Rowing Seat
Inflating Instructions Fitting of Rowing Seat Warning Care should be taken not to allow a boat which has been fully inflated in the cool of the morning to stand in direct sunlight. Buoyancy pressure will quickly raise with the temperature and could strain or cause serious damage to the buoyancy tube. -
Page 13: Fitting & Assembly Of Oars
Fitting Assembly of Oars Hull Deck Drain Plug & & FOLLOWING THE CORRECT ASSEMBLY OF THE OARS, THE PINTYPE OARLOCKS MAY BE FITTED 1. DRAIN SOCKET WITH O-RING & SAFETY PLUG TO PERMANENTLY ATTACHED OAR LOCK BASES 2. EXPANDING DRAIN PLUG FOR RIBS AS SHOWN IN THE ILLUSTRATION: FULLY SEAT THE OARLOCK INTO THE SLEEVE PORTION OF THE BASE BY ALIGNING THE FLAT PORTION OF... -
Page 14: Fuelling & Fuel System
Hull Deck Drain Plug Fuelling Fuel System & & Note 1: When open, the deck drain plug is retained by the flange. You should periodically remove it to Please check the specifications chapter to confirm if your craft comes standard with a pre-fitted marine- empty any water build up from between deck and hull. -
Page 15: Maintenance
Fuelling Fuel System Maintenance & Warning Periodic cleaning is the best way to keep your AB boat looking and performing like new.. Keeping an AB boat clean and in top shape could not be easier. To do so, please follow these steps after each use, and •... - Page 16 Maintenance Always watch for corrosion near bolt holes, chipped paint, behind peeling paint and any place the Warning aluminum has been scratched or dented. Edges, cracks and places that trap salt water and debris are more susceptible for corrosion. Do not use abrasive cleaners, solvents, ammonia or chlorine as these will damage the gel coat surface.
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Page 17: Storage
Storage Repair of the Hull After you have cleaned your boat, including the fibreglass hull, and it has dried completely, deflate it Fibreglass Hull Repair slightly, (the drain and condensation valves must remain unplugged), cover the boat with a canvas and Periodically, you must inspect every square centimetre (inch) of the rigid hull of your inflatable. -
Page 18: Repair Of The Tube
9. If the bubbles appear around the inflation valves, then your valves are loose. Repair of the Tube 10. The valves are a nut and bolt system: With the tube deflated, hold the back of the valve through the fabric and tighten the front. You may tighten the front either by hand or you may insert the points of a pliers and turn clockwise. - Page 19 1. Clean the surface to be repaired. It must be free of dust or any kind of grease. Repair of the Tube 2. Select a patch of tissue at least 5 cms (2 inches) larger than the tear. 3. Place the patch over the damaged area, and contour it with a pencil, NOT a pen or marker, as they will stain the tissue.
- Page 20 Repair of the Tube Performance & Slight Ungluings Your AB inflatable boat can be used in many ways and can give you endless satisfaction. Nevertheless, its maintenance and its performance depend on a number of factors that are important to you, the owner, Slight ungluings will be treated the same way as described above.
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Page 21: Use & Performance
Performance & Caution Respect the percentage of oil in the fuel. Beware of overloading in the bow of the boat which will result in loss of speed. In rough weather a slight overloading at the bow will ease the motion of the craft. Please check the load capacity of your inflatable Warning either on the capacity plate located on the transom of your boat or on page or turn to the chapter on * Using an outboard engine that exceeds the maximum HP recommended is dangerous, may... -
Page 22: Operation
Performance speed limitations. & 11. Please check the chapter on Marine Safety and with your local authorities on the safety requirements you must comply with. Alteration of the centre of thrust. Speed. Most outboard motors can be mounted directly onto the transom engine mounting Boater's Check List plate. -
Page 23: Towing Your Inflatable
Towing your Inflatable Caution Depending on the model you have purchased, it will be outfitted with lateral tube towing rings. Please refer to the chapter on Specifications for more information. Do not attach the towing line to the bow grab handle or any other accessory not designed for that purpose. -
Page 24: Davit Lifting
Davit Lifting Notice All AB boats have davit lifting rings installed from factory, except the larger models. Depending on the model it will come standard with three (3) or four (4) davit lifting rings. Always pump the water from the bilge before lifting the boat. Caution For more detailed information, please visit www.abinflatables.com. -
Page 25: Transporting By Road
2.Transporting your inflatable on a trailer: There are several types of trailers available, however the trailer Transporting by Road must match the boat's weight, the hull and the load. The towing vehicle must have the capability of pulling the load. Pulling a load that exceeds the vehicle's towing capacity may cause loss of control. •When choosing your trailer consult your marine dealer. -
Page 26: Electrical Installations
Electrical Installation Battery Charger General Description Fiber Carbon Switch Board Standard Equipment Mechanical/ Hydraulic Steering System Electrical System Operation Steering Wheel Color Code Maintenance FAQs Standard Equipment Recommendations Bilge Pump BILGE PUMP Switch General Description The bilge pump is installed on a base located in the stern box. - Page 27 The position light consists of a foldable pole with a bulb at its end. To make it work, install the folding pole Notice into the plug-in base located behind the stern seat. Insert the pole matching the pin male orientation at See the Bilge Pump Installation Instructions attached in your owner manual package.
- Page 28 The pump has an automatic pressure switch that enables the user to cut off or allow the water flow by pressing the button on the recessed shower. When the "FRESH WATER" switch is placed in the ON position, the pump will start if the shower button has been pressed. If the user releases the button when the water is coming out, the pump will shut off and the water flow will stop, even if the "FRESH WATER"...
- Page 29 Battery Charger Notice See the battery Charger operation manual attached in your owner manuals The battery charger in AB models is an auxiliary load saver device for the batteries. If the use frequency package. of your boat is low, after a while, the battery might not have enough power to start the engine. Use the charger to provide and/ or maintain the load in the battery for the requirements of the starter motor.
- Page 30 Accessory Switch Connections Breakers and Fuses Each electrical circuit has been designed to meet the standards set in ABYC.E- 11. AB has made emphasis in the selection and rated of the circuit protection and automatic cutting device. Breakers Each one of the circuits that feeds a certain load is protected by an automatic breaker usually placed at the fiber carbon switch board on the console, above the switches of the circuits it protects.
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Page 31: Color Code
Color Code Maintenance Wire color selection is based on the ABYC standard E-11 Table XIV and XV. Despite having an excellent equipment line, the moisture and saltiness permanently present on marine environment can affect in long- term the components and cause failures if they don't receive proper maintenance. -
Page 32: Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions Recommendations Troubleshooting Chart If possible do not hold on to all the electrical devices simultaneously for long periods of time. 1. If the lights do not turn on. Disconnect the battery when the boat is been transported by road (trailer) and make sure to ... -
Page 33: Warning Labels (For Usa Costumers Only)
The color has to be: Warning labels (For USA costumers only) DANGER -black or white letters on a red background NOTE: Black letters on a red background for exterior applications, where the label is exposed to sunlight or red (night) light. For aid in replacement of lost or illegible labels. - Page 34 Prop Helm Label (NW 207) Warning for leaking fuel EPA EVAP LABEL Prop Transom Label (NW 208) MEETS U.S. EPA EVAP STANDARS USING CERTIFIED COMPONENTS AB INFLATABLES USA, SUFFERN, NY Battery charger Blower...
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Page 35: Electrical Diagrams
Electrical Diagrams Please refer to these electrical diagrams when you want to make modifications repairs or maintenance in the electrical power system of the boat. Electrical systems are similar for groups of models presented below. -
Page 36: Electrical Installations 11-13 Dlx
Electrical Installations 11-13 DLX... -
Page 38: Electrical Installations 14-15 Dlx
Electrical Installations 14-15 DLX... - Page 40 Electrical Installations 17-19 DLX...
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Page 42: Electrical Installations 17-19 Dlx
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Page 44: Electrical Installations 19-28 Vst
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Page 46: Troubleshooting Chart
Troubleshooting Chart Problem Possible Reasons Possible Solution(s) Buoyancy chamber loses air Rise or drop of temperature p. 11 Plastic valve cap has not been fitted p. 10 Loose valve p. 18 Puncture p. 19 Boat does not get on plane Engine is incorrectly mounted p. -
Page 47: Seating Arrangements
Warranty Seating Arrangements B.Valves: The inflation valves are warranted for five years against defects in materials and workmanship. This warranty does not include ordinary wear and tear, negligence, or damage by improper inflation Please find all the information of the Seating Arrangements, in the Owner’s Manual section at our techniques. -
Page 48: Warranty
Celsius (10'C) or fifty degrees Fahrenheit (50'F) since inflation, or when running under unusual operation conditions. G.AB Inflatables boats purchased for racing or in other competitive events as well as charter, rental, commercial or governmental use. - Page 49 Warranty 6. Miscellaneous: D. Aluminum RIB's: The aluminum hulls are warranted for one (1) year against structural defects in materials and workmanship. This warranty does not include the surface finish or any damage due to This warranty shall not apply if the AB inflatable boat is subject to negligence, accident, improper misuse, negligence or ordinary wear.
- Page 50 Failure to register your purchase with the manufacturer constitutes waiver of the right to defect notification. Demand that the dealer completes your own registration form and send it to the manufacturer. If you are unable to locate an authorized AB dealer please contact: AB Inflatables at info@abinflatables.com.
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