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Zodiac MilPro Grand Raid MK3 Owner's Manual

Zodiac MilPro Grand Raid MK3 Owner's Manual

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Manuel du Propriétaire – Tome 1
Owner's Manual – Volume 1
Manuale del Proprietario – Volume 1
Manual del Propietario – Tomo 1
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AVERTISSEMENT
WARNING
WARNUNG
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AVVERTENZA
ADVERTENCIA
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LISEZ ATTENTIVEMENT CE MANUEL AVANT MISE EN SERVICE DU BATEAU.
LE MANUEL DU PROPRIETAIRE SE DIVISE EN DEUX TOMES QUI DOIVENT ETRE
CONSERVÉS ENSEMBLE.
READ CAREFULLY THIS MANUAL BEFORE OPERATING YOUR BOAT.
THIS OWNER'S MANUAL IS IN TWO VOLUMES THAT MUST BE KEPT TOGETHER.
LEGGERE ATTENTAMENTE IL PRESENTE MANUALE PRIMA DELLA MESSA IN
SERVIZIO DELL'IMBARCAZIONE.
IL MANUALE DEL PROPRIETARIO È SUDDIVISO IN DUE VOLUMI CHE DEVONO
ESSERE CONSERVATI INSIEME.
LEER CUIDADOSAMENTE ESTE MANUAL ANTES DE PONER EN SERVICIO SU
EMBARCACIÓN.
EL MANUAL DEL PROPIETARIO ESTÁ DIVIDIDO EN DOS TOMOS QUE DEBEN
GUARDARSE JUNTOS.

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  • Page 1 Manuel du Propriétaire – Tome 1 Owner’s Manual – Volume 1 Manuale del Proprietario – Volume 1 Manual del Propietario – Tomo 1 • LISEZ ATTENTIVEMENT CE MANUEL AVANT MISE EN SERVICE DU BATEAU. • LE MANUEL DU PROPRIETAIRE SE DIVISE EN DEUX TOMES QUI DOIVENT ETRE CONSERVÉS ENSEMBLE.

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    THE OWNER'S MANUAL IS DIVIDED INTO TWO VOLUMES: - VOLUME 1 DEALS IN GENERAL WITH THE OPERATING PRECAUTIONS AND SAFETY RECOMMENDATIONS TO BE OBSERVED ON BOARD NOTE: THE BOAT AND ON THE WATER. - VOLUME 2 DEALS WITH THE TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS AND ASSEMBLY PROCEDURE OF THE BOAT AND ITS EQUIPMENT.

  • Page 3: Safety Indications

    SAFETY INDICATIONS This manual contains essential information for the protection of users and equipment. The symbols below indicate the warnings specific to each situation. SAFETY RECOMMENDATIONS MEANS THAT THERE IS AN EXTREMELY SERIOUS DANGER THAT COULD RESULT IN A VERY LIKELY PROBABILITY OF DEATH OR FATAL INJURY IF SPECIFIC STEPS ARE NOT TAKEN.

  • Page 4: Important Message - Validity

    IMPORTANT MESSAGE Congratulations you are now the owner of an inflatable or semi-rigid boat. We recommend you read this manual carefully. It contains the description of the boat, the equipment supplied or installed, and methods and indications needed for its use and servicing. Read it carefully and acquaint yourself with the boat before using it.

  • Page 5: Approval / Certification

    APPROVAL / CERTIFICATION / IDENTIFICATION Our boats comply with the ISO 6185 standard, established by the international standardisation organization. They comply with the European Directive 94/25/EC as modified by the Directive 2003/44 We are also a member of the Nautical Mile Merchants Association (NMMA). To ensure the traceability of your boat (insurance, theft, after-sales service, etc.), the important indications on the manufacturer plate attached inside the aft transom should be marked on the plate (drawing shown below).

  • Page 6: Manufacturer Plate

    MANUFACTURER PLATE The indications marked on the manufacturer plate located on the aft transom are important. They principally indicate the limitations imposed by the standards in force in most countries and by the type of use for which the boat was designed. Some of our boats have the ability to sail with three different models of floors: 1.
  • Page 7 MANUFACTURER PLATE (10) The design category (European Directive 94/25/EC as amended by the Directive 2003/44 EC) (from an overall length of 2.5 m). Depending on the design of your boat, you are authorized to sail in various categories: Category Sailing type "off the coast"...

  • Page 8: Engine Selection And Settings

    ENGINE SELECTION AND SETTINGS 1. ENGINE SELECTION 1.1 Engine power Recommended and maximum powers are indicated in the boat's Technical characteristics table (see Owner's Manual VOLUME 2). For lower powers, prefer tiller control engines. Above 25 HP, we recommend the use of a remote control, providing more comfort and safety. THE USE OF AN ENGINE MORE POWERFUL THAN THE MAXIMUM ALLOWED POWER (INDICATED ON THE MANUFACTURER PLATE) CAN CAUSE LOSS OF CONTROL, AND WOULD MEAN THAT YOU ARE...

  • Page 9: Engine Installation

    OF THE PRESS SCREWS. FOR REMOTE CONTROLS: REGULARLY CHECK THEIR PROPER OPERATION. WARNING THE ENGINE IS BOLTED TO THE TRANSOM AFTER ADJUSTING ITS POSITION. THIS OPERATION MUST BE CARRIED OUT BY YOUR ZODIAC MILPRO NOTE: DISTRIBUTOR. 4. SETTINGS The engine requires two position adjustments in height and angle relative to the aft transom which have a direct and significant effect on the boat's behaviour.
  • Page 10 ENGINE SELECTION AND SETTINGS 4.2. Engine tilt angle In general, the engine must be tilted so that the propeller centreline is parallel to the water surface. A different tilt angle setting may, however, be recommended in some situations (refer to the RECOMMENDED OPERATING PROCEDURE chapter).
  • Page 11 RECOMMENDED OPERATING PROCEDURE Load distribution Distribute loads evenly (for example, attaching the feeder tank to the forward end can help offset the weight of the engine at the aft end). For tiller bar control, the coxswain must be positioned on the starboard side. Example of a correct load distribution: INCORRECT...
  • Page 12 RECOMMENDED OPERATING PROCEDURE SAFETY FIRST: PREVENTING THE RISKS OF ACCIDENT CHECKS PRIOR TO DEPARTURE ACQUAINT YOURSELF AND INFORM PASSENGERS: ACQUAINT YOURSELF WITH regulations and any hazards specific to local sailing conditions. CHECK the weather forecast; find out about any hazards due to weather conditions, tides, winds, currents and the water state.
  • Page 13 RECOMMENDED OPERATING PROCEDURE SAFETY FIRST: PREVENTING THE RISKS OF ACCIDENT RULES TO BE FOLLOWED ON BOARD • Behave responsibly so as not to endanger your own life and that of others by neglecting safety rules. • Remain in control of your boat at all times. •...
  • Page 14 RECOMMENDED OPERATING PROCEDURE LIFEJACKETS: we recommend lifejackets be worn on board, and without exception for children and non-swimmers. CIRCUIT-BREAKER: always attach the circuit-breaker, preferably to your wrist, or, if not, to a fixed part of the clothing you are wearing. Take all necessary precautions to prevent the circuit- breaker being tripped at the wrong time, which would cause a loss WARNING control...
  • Page 15 RECOMMENDED OPERATING PROCEDURE SAFETY FIRST: PREVENTING THE RISKS OF ACCIDENT RULES TO BE FOLLOWED ON BOARD (cont'd) BE CAREFUL: Avoid the buoyancy tube coming into contact with sharp objects or aggressive liquids (such as acid). BEWARE OF THE BATTERY: Beware of electric shocks and the acid it contains.
  • Page 16 Prior your next outing, bring your boat to your Zodiac Milpro distributor who will carry out a thorough inspection. NEGLECTING TO CHECK FOR DAMAGE AND CARRY OUT ANY NECESSARY REPAIRS WILL REDUCE YOUR BOAT'S STRENGTH AND SERVICE LIFE AND MAY CAUSE INCIDENTS.

  • Page 17: Environment

    ENVIRONMENT FOR RESPONSIBLE SAILING Your boat will allow you to discover the natural wealth of the marine environment. Please protect your environment by applying these basic rules: RESPECT THE LIFE OF MARINE MAMALS. USE NON-POLLUTANT PAINT (ANTI-FOULING) AND CLEANING AGENTS. KEEP AWAY FROM AREAS RESERVED FOR SWIMMING.

  • Page 18: Handling

    HANDLING 1. ANCHORING AND TOWING 1.1 Anchoring Folding boats: use the buoyancy tube's lateral rings. Semi-rigid boats: use the bow ring. When at anchor for prolonged periods, the self bailers can be opened to NOTE: evacuate water in case of heavy rain. 1.2 Towing To tow the boat in the water, use a mooring line passed to make a "V"...

  • Page 19: Lifting - Davit Handling

    HANDLING 2. LIFTING - DAVIT HANDLING For lifting or davit handling, use the eyebolts provided for this purpose or have them installed by your dealer. NO PASSENGERS ON BOARD WHILE LIFTING WARNING ALL EQUIPMENT MUST BE UNLOADED FROM THE BOAT FOR LIFTING OR DAVIT HANDLING.
  • Page 20 HANDLING IF THE BOAT IS NOT POSITIONED CORRECTLY ON THE TRAILER, IT MAY BE PERMANENTLY DAMAGED AND NO LONGER OPERATE CORRECTLY. NEVER EXCEED THE TRAILER'S MAXIMUM PERMISSIBLE WEIGHT. ADJUST THE POSITION OF THE TRAILER ROLLERS SO THAT THE WARNING WEIGHT ON THE HITCH DOES NOT EXCEED THE WEIGHT INDICATED IN THE MANUAL.

  • Page 21: Maintenance

    It is essential to clean your boat regularly, especially the buoyancy tube. Use the products recommended by ZODIAC MILPRO or assign this task to your ZODIAC MILPRO distributor who has the products and the experience needed to carry out meticulous cleaning which will extend your boat's life.
  • Page 22 Use products recommended by Zodiac Milpro. 1.5 Upkeep of upholstery and other materials Clean upholstery and marine plywood using freshwater or use products recommended by ZODIAC MILPRO, and then let dry. Varnish and paintwork are not just decorative, they also play a protective role. When the surface is flaking or tarnished, repaint using polyurethane-based products.

  • Page 23: Laying Up For Winter-Storage

    MAINTENANCE 1.9 Maintenance of valves It is recommended to lubricate intercommunication valves prior to a long storage period when applicable. And leave valves set to the inflation position and pressure relief valves open. 2. LAYING UP FOR WINTER - STORAGE When not in use, stow your boat in a clean, dry place, at a fairly stable temperature and protected from outside bad weather conditions.

  • Page 24: Repair Of Small Punctures

    5. SEMI-RIGID BOATS: REPAIRING SCRATCHES ON THE HULL Small scratches can be reduced or removed using polishing paste and polishing wadding. Deeper scratches can be repaired using polyester putty. In this case, refer to your Zodiac Milpro distributor for advice.

  • Page 25: Nonconformities: Causes And Remedial Action

    NONCONFORMITIES: CAUSES AND REMEDIAL ACTION SYMPTOMS PROBABLE CAUSES REMEDIES The boat is bow heavy and Incorrect load distribution Correctly spread the load sluggish The boat is stern heavy and is Incorrect engine tilt angle Adjust the engine tilt angle trimmed bows up The engine revs up when the Cavitation/Ventilation boat is turning...
  • Page 26 GUARANTEE: GENERAL TERMS AND CONDITIONS For the warranty conditions, please contact our Customer Service department. The main restrictions to the application of this guarantee are as follows: The boat must not have been converted, modified, over-powered or used outside its operating range (racing, etc.).
  • Page 27 We have developed a comprehensive range of accessories, specially tailored to our boats. You can find out more about them by referring to the catalogue available from your Zodiac Milpro distributor who will advise you on the accessories best suited to your boat and your sailing program.
  • Page 28 32 bis, boulevard Haussmann 75009 PARIS Z3018 June 2014 © ZODIAC MILPRO INTERNATIONAL...

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