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  • Page 1 LAGOON 43 Owner's Manual...
  • Page 2 258689 RCD-2 / Index A...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Contents Introduction ................. . 7 Notes on reading this manual .
  • Page 4 Fire fighting and prevention equipment ........
  • Page 5 Contents Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG) System..........71 General points .
  • Page 6 Contents Handling and transport ............. . . 103 14.1 Position of straps .

  • Page 7: Introduction

    Introduction Your dealer will be able to advise you and assist you with how to operate and maintain your yacht For each piece of equipment on your boat, please read the The first time you use your boat a high level of skill and attention will be instruction manuals provided by the manufacturer.
  • Page 8 Introduction • • • This manual is written to help you enjoy your boat in safety. It contains Some countries require you to hold a Certificate of Competency or other details of the boat and of all the equipment provided and installed on your such qualifications, or there may be other specific regulations in force.

  • Page 9: Notes On Reading This Manual

    Introduction Notes on reading this manual The various symbols used throughout the manual for crucial safety information are as follows: Danger Caution Indicates an imminent danger situation which, if not avoided, Indicates a potentially dangerous situation which, if not will lead to death or serious injury. avoided, may lead to minor or moderate injury.

  • Page 11: Technical Specifications

    Technical specifications Construction • Model............................................Lagoon 43 • Architect................................Van Peteghem & Lauriot-Prévost / Nauta Design • Builder............................................. SPBI S.A • Principal means of propulsion........................................Sail General dimensions • L.O.A (L )* ............................................. 13,85m (Including removable parts that can be dismantled (bow roller, pulpit, bowsprit), without affecting the structure of the boat) •...

  • Page 12: Capacities

    Technical specifications Capacities • Fuel capacity - Tank 1 (*) ............................................285L - Tank 2 (*) ............................................285L • Fresh water capacity - Tank 1 (*) ............................................300L - Tank 2 (*) ............................................330L • Blackwater capacity (Toilet) - Tank 1 (*) ............................................. 80L - Tank 2 (*) .............................................

  • Page 13: Sails

    Technical specifications Sails Distance between deck and highest genoa halyard sheave....................15,63m Distance between the fore of the mast and the bow fitting on the deck ................. 4,4m Length of the mainsail luff..............................15,16m Length of the mainsail foot..............................6,33m •...

  • Page 15: Design Categories And Displacement

    Design categories and displacement Design category Light displacement (Mlc)* 13 378kg Recommended maximum load (Ml)* 5 420kg 5 420kg 5 660kg 6 410kg Displacement with maximum load (Mldc)* 18 798kg 18 798kg 19 038kg 19 788kg * Definition Mlc: Mass of the boat in light craft condition includes the weight of the boat in the standard ready-to-navigate configuration, keel, standard equipment, engine(s) and sails (if the boat is a sailing boat).
  • Page 16 Design categories and displacement Design category Maximum number of people on board (CL *) Maximum number of people on the flying bridge Maximum load on the manufacture's plate 1 560kg 1 560kg 1 800kg 2 550kg (Mmbp *) Remark: It is normal for the weight shown on the manufacturer's plate (boat with empty tanks) and the maximum weight indicated in the owner's manual (boat with full tanks) to be different. * Definition Crew Limit Recommended maximum number of people on board when the boat is underway.

  • Page 17: Design Categories

    Design categories and displacement Design categories The boat has been designed for personal, private use. It can also be used Notes commercially, for charters with or without crew. However, the boat has not The life rafts are not included as essential safety equipment for categories C been designed as a "workboat"...
  • Page 18 Design categories and displacement Category D A boat which has been assigned the design category D is considered to have Notes been designed for sailing in strong winds typically less than or equal to Beaufort force 4 and the associated significant wave heights of up to 0,3 m and These conditions may be encountered in sheltered inland waters and coastal occasional waves of up to 0,5 m.

  • Page 19: Stability And Buoyancy

    Stability and buoyancy Stability information • Fully laden displacement was used to evaluate the stability and buoyancy of the boat. The value of this displacement can be found in the "Technical specifications" paragraph at the beginning of this manual. All of the watertight hatches must remain closed when at sea. •...
  • Page 20 Stability and buoyancy • This boat is likely to capsize or be overrun if it is over-canvassed. In these circumstances, it may then sink. The sail plan should be adjusted • The boat may capsize if carrying too much sail. according to wind and sea conditions and it is important to be particularly •...

  • Page 21: Access To The Boat

    Stability and buoyancy Access to the boat • It is essential that both the cockpit and the engine compartment are kept closed when at sea. • When at sea close the guardrail side-opening or openings. • Slamming an access hatch may cause injury : always close the hatch gently and carefully. •...

  • Page 23: Manoeuvrability

    Manoeuvrability Visibility from the steering station • The helmsman's view from the steering station may be obstructed by one or more of the following variable conditions: When the helm area has multiple steering device, precautions Load and load distribution; must be taken when moving from one steering device to another.

  • Page 24: Navigation Lights / Deck Searchlight

    Manoeuvrability 4.1.1 Navigation lights / Deck searchlight • The navigation lights are placed at the bow of the boat. These are LED lights with a power of 2,4 W each. • The masthead light is placed on the mast, below the spreaders. This is an LED light with a power of 2,5 W. Control Location: Chart table 1.

  • Page 25: Rigging And Sails

    Rigging and sails Rigging diagram 1. Furler circuit 2. System at mast foot 3. Genoa 4. Rigging diagram 5. Mainsheet system 6. Spinnaker sheet 258689 RCD-2 / Index A...
  • Page 26 Rigging and sails System at mast foot Work area 1. Genoa halyard 1. Genoa sheet + Mainsail traveller 2. Spinnaker halyard 2. Mainsail sheet + Reef 3. Mainsail halyard 3. Halyard + Reef 4. Uphaul 4. Spinnaker sheet / Code 0 5.

  • Page 27: Standing Rigging

    Rigging and sails Standing rigging • To hoist a crew member up to the top of the mast, tie a bowline with the halyard directly onto ring of the bosun's chair (never use the halyard snap shackle or a carabiner). •...

  • Page 28: Sails

    Rigging and sails Sails Sail reduction table Apparent wind: 30-70° Apparent wind > 70° Apparent wind Apparent wind Mainsail Genoa Code 0 Mainsail Genoa Code 0 (Knots) (Knots) High 100% 0-16 High 100% 0-23 High 100% 0-20 High 100% 23-28 1st reef 100% 20-24...

  • Page 29: Deck Fittings

    Rigging and sails Deck fittings General points Maintenance • • Inspect each piece of deck gear regularly (blocks, shackles, swivels, cams, Upon return from sailing always rinse the deck fittings with fresh water. etc): Check that there is no cracking, corrosion or deformation. •...
  • Page 30 Rigging and sails • Rinse winches regularly with fresh water. • Dismantle, clean and lubricate each winch annually. Parts that have been damaged or worn may need replacing. Diagram of layout – Electric winch 1. Winch 2. Motor 3. Operation relay 4.

  • Page 31: Genoa Furler

    Rigging and sails Genoa furler Operation Maintenance • • Leave several turns of the furling line around the drum. Rinse the furling drum regularly. • • Furl/unfurl the genoa slowly so that the furling line is always under light It is recommended that you rinse mechanical parts at least once a year tension, thus avoiding any riding turns in the drum.

  • Page 33: Safety

    Safety Preventing man overboard situations and means of reboarding 6.1.1 Prevention of man overboard Use the seats provided. • The off-limits areas of the working deck when under way are cross-hatched below: • "Working deck" refers to the exterior parts of the boat where people stand or walk during normal use. : Standing on the sunbed must be strictly avoided.
  • Page 34 Safety 1. Reboarding device 2. Mooring cleats (corresponding to the anchor points for the lifelines) • Regularly check the tension of the lifelines and the attachment points. • Regularly check the guardrails: - With metal guardrails look out for signs of corrosion (particularly at connecting points). - With synthetic guardrails, change them as soon as they show signs of wear due to chafing or UV.
  • Page 35 Safety Synthetic guardrails • The lifelines are an important safety feature, incorrect installation risks causing a passenger to fall overboard. If in doubt about installation, please consult your dealer. • The lifelines should be replaced by a professional to prevent any risk of a fall overboard. According to the equipment level of your boat, textile lifelines may be fitted: •...
  • Page 36 Safety Fitting of a textile lifeline Link to installation video: https://youtu.be/LoEEox73svI 258689 RCD-2 / Index A...

  • Page 37: Storing The Liferaft

    Safety Storing the liferaft • Before putting to sea, carefully read the launching instructions shown on the liferaft. • It is the responsibility of the skipper to ensure regularly that the liferaft is properly secured in place. The liferaft (not supplied) must be stored in the space provided for it (Ref 1). In category A, the life raft must be installed on the transom only. A pictogram allows for easy location.

  • Page 38: Securing Moveable Items

    Safety Securing moveable items Technical areas may not be used as storage compartments. The maximum weight of the outboard engine on the pushpits must not exceed 20 kg. • Ensure that movable items are firmly secured when sailing. • Do not store anything below the floorboards. •...

  • Page 39: Emergency Systems In Case Of Steering Gear Failure

    Safety Emergency systems in case of steering gear failure Emergency tiller The emergency tiller is designed only to enable navigation at a reduced speed in case of steering gear failure. Location of components 1. Port emergency tiller access point 2. Starboard emergency tiller access point 3.

  • Page 40: Information On Lightning-Related Risks

    Safety Information on lightning-related risks • If the boat has been struck by lightning, the compass and electronic and electrical equipment must be examined to determine whether any damage or calibration change has occurred. • If the vessel has been struck by lightning, the lightning protection device must be inspected for damage and to verify the integrity of the device and continuity of the earthing.

  • Page 41: Information Relating To Fire Risks And Risks Of Explosion

    Information relating to fire risks and risks of explosion Propulsion engines and other fuel-burning equipment The risks associated with motorisation are described in the ENGINE chapter. Note concerning the boat's tender The risks associated with other fuel-burning equipment are described in the FUEL-BURNING EQUIPMENT OTHER THAN FOR PROPULSION chapter.

  • Page 42: Electrical System

    Information relating to fire risks and risks of explosion Electrical system The risks associated with the electrical systems are described in the ELECTRICAL SYSTEM chapter. Gas system The risks associated with the gas system are described in the LIQUEFIED PETROLEUM GAS (LPG) SYSTEM chapter. 258689 RCD-2 / Index A...

  • Page 43: Fire Fighting And Prevention Equipment

    Information relating to fire risks and risks of explosion Fire fighting and prevention equipment 7.4.1 Fire-fighting equipment Portable fire-extinguishers and fire blanket (not supplied) When in use, this boat must be equipped with portable fire extinguishers of the following extinguishing capacities, located in the following places: 3-cabin layout 4-cabin layout Location...
  • Page 44 Information relating to fire risks and risks of explosion • The location of the portable fire extinguishers is shown by the pictogram below: • When in use, this boat must be equipped wih a fire blanket to protect the cooking equipment and/or the galley, installed in the following place: near the cooking equipment.
  • Page 45 Information relating to fire risks and risks of explosion Responsibility of the owner/boat operator It is the responsibility of the owner/boat operator to: • Ensure that the fire-fighting equipment (portable extinguishers, bucket and fire blanket) is readily accessible when there are people onboard; •...

  • Page 46: Smoke Alarm

    Information relating to fire risks and risks of explosion 7.4.2 Smoke alarm General points • The smoke detector is not a gas detector. • The smoke detector is sensitive to dust and steam: avoid • The smoke detector is a photoelectric detector which operates with a 9 V exposing the detector to these environments to prevent the alkaline battery (battery included).

  • Page 47: Maintenance

    Information relating to fire risks and risks of explosion Maintenance Annual routine maintenance • Remove the detector from its housing (turn anti-clockwise) and clean the The smoke detector must be routinely tested when boarding or weekly if vents on the side of the device with a vacuum cleaner or a soft brush. staying onboard for a prolonged period of time.

  • Page 48: Extinguisher Access Port (Engine Compartment)

    Information relating to fire risks and risks of explosion 7.4.3 Extinguisher access port (Engine compartment) The engine compartment has a port that makes it possible to discharge the extinguishing product inside without opening the usual access hatches. A pictogram allows for easy location.

  • Page 49: Emergency Exits In Case Of Fire

    Information relating to fire risks and risks of explosion Emergency exits in case of fire Location • Sliding hatch • Deck hatch (Forward cabin / Aft cabin) Deploying the step for the emergency exit (Forward cabin / Aft cabin) 258689 RCD-2 / Index A...

  • Page 50: In The Event Of Capsize

    Information relating to fire risks and risks of explosion In the event of capsize • In the event of capsize break the glass of the "manhole" cover using the hammer if necessary. • The life-rafts are accessible on the transom (see the beginning of the chapter). 258689 RCD-2 / Index A...

  • Page 51: Electrical System

    Electrical system General information about the electrical system • A risk of fire or explosion may result from careless use of the DC and AC systems. • A risk of electrocution may result from careless use of the AC system. •...
  • Page 52 Electrical system 1. Navicolor touchscreen 2. Electrical panel 3. Generator battery, Battery isolator 4. Starboard engine battery, Battery switches, Service batteries, Battery chargers, Power distributor 5. Port engine battery, Battery isolator 6. Circuit breakers 258689 RCD-2 / Index A...

  • Page 53: Dc Installation (12V Or 24V)

    Electrical system DC installation (12V or 24V) 8.2.1 Battery use and distribution General points • All work carried out on a battery must only be carried out by someone qualified to do so. Whenever working on a battery, • It is essential that a professional engineer connects the batteries when the wear safety goggles and protective clothing.

  • Page 54: Battery Switches

    Electrical system 8.2.2 Battery switches • Turn off all battery isolators before leaving the vessel: failure to do so may result in critical damage to the entire battery bank. • Avoid touching the battery isolators when they are live. • Never switch off the battery isolators when the boat's engine is running (risk of serious damage to the charging circuit).

  • Page 55: Diagram Of Layout - Dc Electrical Circuit

    Electrical system 8.2.6 Diagram of layout - DC electrical circuit W11 50² W12 50² W11 95² D11 35² D1 35² CONV1 50² CONV1 50² W21 50² LD1 95² W22 50² W2 95² 258689 RCD-2 / Index A...

  • Page 56: Installation Of The Hull Wiring Loom - Dc Electrical Circuit

    Electrical system 8.2.7 Installation of the hull wiring loom - DC electrical circuit 3 cabins 3 heads version L2CG1 iPD2 L1AP20 L1AP10 iPD1 L2CG2 L2CL2 L2CL5 Gr eau Ventilo 1PC1 BAS1 L1CP10 L1CP20 L2CG2 CB couplage L2CL4 L2CG1 CB moteur BD Plafonnier ON/OFF L2CL1 modulo 8 Moteur rep...
  • Page 57 Electrical system 4 cabins 4 heads version Alim guirlande CARBD alim ppe alim ppe inter sdb ar détecteur Alim guirlande CAV BD inter sdb avdétecteur débit Liseuse débit Liseuse Gr eau Ventilo Feux de nav BD jauge eau 2 Déclencheur PPE cale BD Jauge GO CB couplage...

  • Page 58: Installation Of Deck Counter-Moulding Wiring Bundle - Dc Electrical Circuit

    Electrical system 8.2.8 Installation of deck counter-moulding wiring bundle - DC electrical circuit VMC3 L1AP20 L1AP10 L1CP10 L1CP20 L1CP40 L1AP60 L1CP30 L1GP11 L1GP10 L1CP41 L1AP50 L1AP61 L1AP30 L1AP40 L1AP51 VMC4 258689 RCD-2 / Index A...

  • Page 59: Installation Of Roof Wiring Bundle - Dc Electrical Circuit

    Electrical system 8.2.9 Installation of roof wiring bundle - DC electrical circuit PSM1 L1TG1 L1TP1 VMC1 L1TP2 L1TG2 L1TP3 AMP1 L1WP2 L1WP1 L1TG3 L1TP4 L1TP5 L1TP6 VMC2 L1TG4 258689 RCD-2 / Index A...

  • Page 60: Electrical Panel

    Electrical system 8.2.10 Electrical panel Location: Chart table 1. Electronic instruments 6. Lighting Remark 2. Navigation lights 7. Port bilge pump • The 10 silicone keys switch on the desired DC elements 3. Steaming light 8. Starboard bilge pump via relays. •...
  • Page 61 Electrical system A circuit breaker protects the circuit of each DC component. An additional fuse holder allows the desired element to be supplied directly by shunting the relay. 1. Additional fuse holder (for inserting a fuse to power a DC component in defect mode) 2.

  • Page 62: Fuses

    Electrical system 8.2.11 Fuses When replacing fuses/circuit-breakers, always ensure replacements are of the correct capacity (see the colour-codes) A fuse protects an electrical circuit from excess current. If it blows, you must replace it with another fuse of the same rating. A10 95²...

  • Page 63: Ac System (110V Or 220V)

    Electrical system AC system (110V or 220V) 8.3.1 General points Guidelines for using the AC electrical system correctly • If a DC/AC converter is fitted on board: it is essential to switch off the DC and AC circuits before working on the cabin AC sockets. •...

  • Page 64: Ac Source Selectors

    Electrical system If the power cable falls into the water, it is recommended that the cable is replaced to prevent any risk of fire. Location of components 1. Shore power socket 2. Bipolar circuit breaker (Protection) 3. Differential switch (Operation) 8.3.3 AC source selectors The shore-generator switch is the actuator for:...

  • Page 65: Diagram Of Layout - Ac Electrical System

    Electrical system 8.3.4 Diagram of layout – AC electrical system Europe Version (220V / 50Hz) PDQCL PDQCL1-3x6² GENCL1 -3x6² GEN1 -3x6² PDQ1-3x6² 230V GENCL2 -3x6² PQCL2-3x6² PQCL3-3x10² Coffret AC Bord PQ2-3x6² GEN2 -3x6² PDQ4-3x6² 230 AC 12 DC 230 AC 12 DC 230 AC 12 DC...
  • Page 66 Electrical system US Version (110V / 60HZ) PQCL PDQ1-3x10² galvanic isolator GENCL1 -3x6² Prise de quai bord+clim GEN1 -3x6² 115V PQCL2-3x6² GENCL2 -3x6² PQCL3-3x10² Coffret AC Bord PQ2-3x6² GEN2 -3x6² PDQ4-3x6² 230 AC 12 DC 230 AC 12 DC 230 AC 12 DC conv1-3x2,5²...

  • Page 67: Dc/Ac Converter

    Electrical system 8.3.5 DC/AC converter Never: • connect the inverter AC lead to an AC terminal or to the onboard generator. • disconnect the wiring from the inverter when in use. • open the inverter. Description • The inverter converts the DC voltage of the service battery bank to AC voltage. The circuit between the inverter and the batteries is protected by a fuse or a circuit-breaker.
  • Page 68 Electrical system Operation • The inverter is fully automatic. • A remote control is located near the boat's switch panel. To start the converter put the switch on the invertor in the "REMOTE" position then put the switch located on the remote control in the "ON" position. •...

  • Page 69: Protection Against Electrolysis / Earthing Plate

    Electrical system Protection against electrolysis / Earthing plate 8.4.1 Anodes • Never cover the anodes in antifoul. • During the first few weeks that the boat is in the water, check the anodes and replace them if necessary: they erode very rapidly during this period. General points Maintenance •...

  • Page 70: Earthing Plates

    Electrical system 8.4.2 Earthing plates Never antifoul over the earthing plates. • An earthing plate is a shot-peened plate mounted on the hull to recreate an earth neutral point on the electrical circuit of the equipment supplying AC power (AC/DC convertor). The earthing plate earths this equipment. •...

  • Page 71: Liquefied Petroleum Gas (Lpg) System

    Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG) System General points Location of components • The working pressure of the LPG unit is 28 millibars • Recommended cylinder capacity: - Europe Version: 2,75 kg of butane. - US Version: 5 lb of propane. • Have the hoses, the entire LPG system and the flue pipes in the LPG system inspected professionally and regularly (or at intervals determined by the national requirements of the country in which the boat sails), and...

  • Page 72: Operation Of The Lpg System

    Operation of the LPG system • Valves for supply lines and cylinder valves must be closed when appliances are not in use, before changing a cylinder and immediately in case of emergency. • Appliance valves must be closed before opening the cylinder valve. •...
  • Page 73 Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG) System Do not use solutions containing ammonia when testing for leaks manually (ammonia, which is present in certain soaps and detergents, attacks brass connections. Although the damage may at first be impossible to detect, the cracks and leaks may appear several months after contact with the ammonia).
  • Page 74 Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG) System Carry out a manual search by applying a foaming solution, soapy water or a detergent (with the burner taps closed and the installation and gas bottle taps left open). Foaming solutions for detecting leaks in gas installations conforming to EN 14291 are adequate for these requirements. •...
  • Page 75 Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG) System 258689 RCD-2 / Index A...

  • Page 77: Water Systems

    Water systems 10.1 General points • Regularly check water-tightness of joints in the water system installations. Check that screws and bolts are well tightened and replace them if they are worn or corroded. • Disconnect the onshore shore water supply before leaving the boat (if fitted). •...

  • Page 78: Drainage System

    Water systems 10.2.2 Drainage system General points • It is the responsability of the skipper to have at least one bailer or bailing bucket on board, lashed down to prevent it being accidentally lost. • The inner moulding of the hull is equipped with channels: these are the draingage channels. The drainage channels allow the water to drain down to the lowest point in the boat, where it can be discharged.
  • Page 79 Water systems Secondary drainage system Manual bilge pump • The manual bilge pump is in the cockpit. • The bilge pump lever is located nearby. Remark The manual bilge pump lever must remain accessible at all times. Operation Attach the lever to the manual bilge pump. Repeatedly work the lever up and down to its fullest extent.
  • Page 80 Water systems Main drainage system Electric bilge pumps The electric bilge pump must only be used to discharge stagnant water at the bottom of the bilge. It must not be used to pump out any oil-based products (petrol, oil) or inflammable liquids. Control Location: Electrical panel •...
  • Page 81 Water systems Bilge pump maintenance • The total capacity of the bilge pump system is not designed to drain the boat in case of damage. • Keep the water level in the bilges to a minimum. • Never store anything at the very bottom of the boat: Allow bilge water to flow freely down to the lowest point of the boat. •...

  • Page 82: Fresh Water Filling System

    Water systems 10.3 Fresh water filling system standard Option 1. "WATER" deck filler 4. Water tank / water unit supply valve 2. Fresh water tank 5. Water unit 3. Fresh water tank vent 6. Fresh water tank (Option) 258689 RCD-2 / Index A...

  • Page 83: Fresh Water Distribution System

    Water systems 10.4 Fresh water distribution system 3 cabins 3 heads version 4 cabins 4 heads version 1. Water unit 7. Water heater 2. Head sink mixer tap 8. Carbon filter 3. Mixer shower 9. Freshwater filter 4. Cockpit shower spray 10.

  • Page 84: Water Unit

    Water systems 10.5 Water unit General points Control • • It supplies all the boat's plumbed-in equipment with fresh water. It is fitted When the water unit is powered by the DC circuit, the switch lights up in with a pressure switch that activates the flow when the pressure in the red.

  • Page 85: Blackwater System (Toilet)

    Water systems 10.6 Blackwater system (Toilet) • Regularly check the valves and thru-hull seacocks for proper operation and watertightness. • Regularly check the tightness of the flexible pipe clamps and connections. Diagram of blackwater system 3 cabins 3 heads version 4 cabins 4 heads version 1.
  • Page 86 Water systems Your boat is fitted with a blackwater tank To minimise odours from this tank, we suggest following the use and maintenance guidelines below: Holding tank Maintenance of blackwater tank • A blackwater tank is used solely for the temporary collection of water from Advice / Recommendation the toilets.
  • Page 87 Water systems Using the drainage valve Beware of any unintentional draining. The direct-to-sea drainage valve can be sealed by means of the drilled hole on the handle. Emptying by gravity Using a marine toilet fitted with a tank emptied by gravity Using an DC electric WC fitted with a tank emptied by gravity Open the seawater intake valve.

  • Page 88: Waste Water System

    Water systems 10.7 Waste water system • Regularly check the valves and thru-hull seacocks for proper operation and watertightness. • Regularly check the tightness of the flexible pipe clamps and connections. Diagram of waste water circuit installation 3 cabins 3 heads version 4 cabins 4 heads version 1.

  • Page 89: Engine

    Engine 11.1 Information relating to fire risks and risks of explosion • Make sure that the coolant is circulating properly. • Ensure that the engine compartment ventilation air inlets are kept clear. Never store fuel tanks or tanks containing petrol in any area not specifically designed for storing petrol.

  • Page 90: Danger From Moving Mechanical Parts

    Engine 11.2 Danger from moving mechanical parts • Keep away from the drive shafts and the mechanical parts of the engine when they are in motion (including belts, moving parts and hot components). • Be careful if you have long hair, bulky clothing, rings etc. (these may become caught). 11.3 General points •...

  • Page 91: Engine Installation

    Engine 11.4 Engine installation 1. Engine control lever 12. Fuel filter 2. Engine instrument panel 13. Hot air extraction 3. Water heater 14. Fresh air inlet 4. Non-return valve 15. Engine compartment ventilator 5. Fuel tank vent 16. Seawater intake 6.

  • Page 92: Starting The Engine

    Engine 11.5 Starting the engine • Check the coolant flow. Learn how to judge the necessary distance of deceleration for • The bilge fan of the engine compartment is automatically switched on as the vessel to come to a complete stop (the reverse gear is not soon as the engine is contacted.

  • Page 93: Fuel-Burning Equipment For Purposes Other Than Propulsion (Generator)

    Engine 11.7 Fuel-burning equipment for purposes other than propulsion (Generator) • Make sure that the ventilation openings in the engine (and, if installed, generator) compartment are well-cleared. • Stop the engine and refrain from smoking while the fuel tank is being filled. •...

  • Page 94: Generator

    Engine 11.7.1 Generator • Never start the generator when the air conditioning is already on. Always turn off the air conditioning before turning off the generator. • Never connect the shore power to the generator: you may suffer an electric shock. •...

  • Page 95: Steering System

    Steering system 12.1 General points • The steering system is an important safety feature. For this reason, an annual inspection of the whole system must be carried out by a professional engineer. • Owners are expected to operate the boat in a reasonable manner, with the direction of the helm (in degrees/seconds) set according to the actual speed of the boat.

  • Page 96: Diagram Of Layout

    Steering system 12.2 Diagram of layout 1. Rudder 2. Balance bush 3. Stock arm 4. Stock arm stop 5. Connecting rod 6. Stainless steel tiller cable 7. Swivel sheave 8. Single sheave 9. Steering Gear (with brake) 10. Steering gear chain 11.

  • Page 97: Deck Fittings

    Deck fittings 13.1 Equipment 13.1.1 Davits • The davits enable the launch and retrieval of the tender from the transom. Any other use is dangerous and must be strictly avoided. No one must be onboard the tender while launching or •...

  • Page 98: Anchoring, Mooring, Towing

    80 % of the breaking strength of the corresponding anchor point. Aft mooring Forward mooring Mooring & Towing Reference (Diagram on next page) Anchor Point Breaking Strength 37,9kN 54,3kN 54,3kN Mooring Line/Chain Breaking Strength 30,3kN 43,4kN 43,4kN 258689 RCD-2 / Index A...
  • Page 99 Deck fittings Location of attachment points 1. Aft and middle mooring cleat 2. Forward mooring cleat 3. Anchoring and towing cleats Fenders • Be sure to protect the transom platform with a fender to avoid friction with the pontoon. • Use a sufficient number of fenders (boat fenders) to protect the boat from any risk of rubbing against the pontoon/quay.

  • Page 100: Mooring

    Deck fittings 13.2.2 Mooring In order to relieve the pressure on the windlass, preventing the chain from pulling upwards and potentially damaging it, it is necessary to transfer the stress using a clamp which attaches to the chain and is connect using a line to the mooring and towing cleat of the previous diagram (Reference 3). •...

  • Page 101: Electric Windlass

    Deck fittings 13.3 Electric windlass The windlass is designed for anchoring purposes: Any other use is dangerous • Windlass operations are dangerous: and must be strictly avoided. - Always keep the anchor chain or rope free and unfouled; - Carry out manoeuvres carefully and always wear shoes;...

  • Page 103: Handling And Transport

    Handling and transport 14.1 Position of straps The position of the lifting slings is shown in the pictogram below: 14.2 Lifting • Before applying antifouling NEVER: - Do any sandblasting; - Use any other solvents than ethylic alcohol; - Use pressure washer detergents; - Use scrapers;...

  • Page 104: Launching And Retrieving

    Handling and transport 14.3 Launching and retrieving The first time you use your boat a high level of skill and attention will be required. The proper functioning of all equipment will depend on the initial set- Do not stand onboard or beneath the boat during the handling up being carried out correctly.

  • Page 105: Packing Plan

    Handling and transport 14.6 Packing plan 258689 RCD-2 / Index A...

  • Page 107: Environment

    Environment Waste management • Make sure you know the local enviromental regulations and follow the codes of best practice. • Do not pump out the toilets or the contents of the black water tank near the coast or in areas where this is forbidden. Use the pump-out facilities available in ports or marinas to empty the contents of the black water tank before leaving port.

  • Page 109: Appendix

    Appendix Label key General electrical Engine group Plumbing group Colour – WC group Comfort group Drainage group equipment Valve location label Closed valve Open valve Meaning of the symbols Motor Shower Electronic pump Port engine Washbasin Manual pump Starboard engine Ice maker Toilet Propeller shaft...
  • Page 110 Appendix Hull drainage Waste water tank Dishwasher Sea water intake Fresh water tank Watermaker Shore power socket Fuel tank Fuel filter Service Holding tank Inverter Generator Battery stock Heating Breaker Thruster Air conditioning Label code 157559 (Element) ATTERY Each label is defined by: (Function) ENERATOR - a functional group (specific colour);...
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