FIRST 45

Owner's Manual

Code: 084378
 Welcome aboard
Madam, Sir,

You have just taken delivery of your new BENETEAU boat and we thank you for the confidence you have shown us in ordering a vessel of our brand. The
whole 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.
This manual was meant to help you to enjoy your boat comfortably and safely. It includes the boat specifications, the equipment provided or installed, the
systems and tips on her operation and maintenance. Some of the equipment described in this manual may be optional.
Your BENETEAU dealer will be able to help and advise you in the use and maintenance of your boat.

Read this user's guide/owner's manual carefully and get to know your boat before using it.
The better you know your vessel the more pleasure you will get from being at the helm.

The sea is a source for learning. Caution based on a knowledge of one's own limits and those of the boat is the pre-requisite for an accomplished sailor.
Even when your boat has been adapted for them, the sea and wind conditions corresponding to the design categories A, B, C and D may vary, ranging from
severe conditions to strong storms subject to the risks of exceptional waves and gusts of wind, this meaning they are dangerous conditions in which only an
experienced, fit and well trained crew manoeuvring a well maintained boat can sail in a satisfactory manner.
This user's guide/owner's manual is not a course in safety at sea or about sailing sense. If this is your first boat or if you change to a new type of boat which
you are not used to, get some training in boat control and sailing to ensure your safety and comfort. Your dealer, your international sailing association or your
yacht club will be very happy to recommend local sailing schools or professional instructors.
Make sure the sea and wind conditions will correspond to the category of your boat and you and your crew are able to handle the boat in these
conditions.
Always listen to the weather forecast before you put out to sea.

Keep this user's guide/owner's manual in a safe place and hand it over to the new owner if you sell your boat.
 Introduction
The users of the boat are informed of the following:
This user guide/owner's manual is not a maintenance or repair guide. In case In case of heavy weather, the hatches, lockers and doors shall be closed in order to
of difficulty do not hesitate to call on the services of your minimize the risk of water coming in.
concessionnaire BENETEAU. Breakers are serious dangers to stability.
Any alterations which may affect the safety specifications of the boat must The water in the bilge shall be kept at its minimum.
be assessed, carried out and recorded by persons qualified to do so. Any change
in the distribution of the vessel's mass (adding a radar, altering the mast, changing The stability may be reduced when you tow a boat or when you lift heavy weights
an engine, etc) may affect the stability, trim and performance of your boat. with the davits or the boom.
The BENETEAU shipyards may not be held responsible for any alterations If your boat is equipped with a liferaft, carefully read the instructions. The boat
which they have not approved. must have on board all the proper safety equipment (lifejackets, buoys, harness, flares,
liferafts, etc.) depending on the type of vessel, its cerfication, the country, the weather
The complete crew must be equipped appropriately. conditions encountered, etc.
In numerous countries, a licence, an authorization or a training course is The crew must be familiar with the use of all the safety equipment and the
requested. Make sure you have this legal authorization before you use your boat. emergency safety procedures (MOB, towing etc.). Sailing schools organise regular
Adapt the use of your boat to her condition that wears out with time and use. training sessions.
Any boat, however solid she may be, may be severely damaged if badly used. Anyone on the deck shall wear a life jacket or a buoyancy aid.
This is not compatible with a secure navigation. Always adapt the speed and The safety regulations as defined by the sailing code and enforced by the COLREG
direction of your boat to the conditions of the sea. should be observed.
The boat shall not be loaded more with than the maximum load
recommended by the builder, in particular the total weight of the food supplies,
of the different equipment that are not supplied by the builder and of the persons
on board.
The weight of the boat shall be properly distributed.
The stability is reduced when you add weight in the upper parts.

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 Introduction
Name plate: The different warnings used throughout this guide are broken down as follows.
A part of the data is shown on the builder's plate fixed to the boat. The
explanation of these data is given in the appropriate chapters of this manual.
DANGER

Identification of vessel: Idicates the existence of a serious inherent danger with a high risk of death
The vessel's identification is found on the builder's certificate delivered with the or serious injury if the appropriate precautions are not taken
boat and is engraved on the starboard aft side.

So as to be able to continuously improve their product the BENETEAU WARNING

shipyards reserve the right to make any alterations in design, layout or equipment
which they judge necessary. Indicates the existence of a danger which could lead to injury or death if
the appropriate precautions are not taken
That is the reason why the specifications and information given are not
contractual, they may be modified without prior notice or up dates.
PRECAUTION
This owner's manual is designed in accordance with the ISO ISO 10240 standard
requirements, it has a general purpose and it may sometimes list some equipment Indicates a reminder of safety practice or draws attention to dangerous
or accessories or deal with some points or questions that are not relevant to your practices which could cause injury to persons or damage to the vessel or
own boat. to its components

PIECE OF ADVICE - RECOMMENDATION

Indicates a recommendation or advice for carrying out actions or

manoeuvres which are appropriate to the intended result

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 Introduction

HISTORY OF UPDATES

Index 0........................................................................................................ 02/2008

Index 1........................................................................................................ 07/2008

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 ................................................................................Introduction
7............................................................ General specifications 1
11 ......................................................................................Safety 2
29 .........................................................................................Hull 3
33 ....................................................................................... Deck 4
43 ..................................................................... Steering system 5
49 ...................................................................Rigging and Sails 6
69 ...................................................................................Layouts 7
Contents
75 ......................................................Water and sewage water 8
93 ............................................................Electrical equipment 9
105 ..................................................................................Engine 10
121 ............................................................................Launching 11
127 .................................................................... Winter Storage 12
133 ........................................ Dinghies and other equipment

.............................................................................Personal notes
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General specifications
Technical specifications
Certification
Design category
Your boat

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 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS FIRST 45 SAILS MAST RACING
L.O.A.................................................................................................................... 14,07 m Total surface area .........................................113,2 m
Length of hull...................................................................................................... 13,68 m Mainsail ............................................................ 60,7 m
L.W.L.................................................................................................................... 11,76 m Genoa................................................................ 52,5 m
Overall width......................................................................................................... 4,20 m Spinnaker........................................................... 151 m
Width of hull ......................................................................................................... 4,20 m I......................................................................... 18,35 m
Waterline beam ..................................................................................................... 2,70 m J........................................................................... 5,51 m
Air draught........................................................................................................... 20,70 m P ....................................................................... 18,00 m
Draft Deep draught keel...................................................................................... 2,80 m E ......................................................................... 5,50 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).
Displacement with maximum load ............................................................... 14 790 kg
Draft Shallow draught keel ................................................................................. 2,45 m SAILS MAST CRUISING
Ballast weight shallow draught ........................................................................ 3 875 kg Total surface area .........................................115,9 m
Maximum load recommended by the builder ............................................... 3 245 kg Mainsail ............................................................ 55,5 m
Including the mass of the persons who are authorized on board (75 kg/165 lbs Genoa................................................................ 60,4 m
per adult), the supplies, the liquids that can be used (fresh water and fuel) in fixed Symmetrical spinnaker .................................... 140 m
completely full tanks, the additional loads, the optional equipments, the liferaft I......................................................................... 17,35 m
and the scope for load. J........................................................................... 5,33 m
Water tank capacity ...................................................................................... 330 + 200 l P ....................................................................... 17,00 m
Sewage water capacity ...................................................................................... 80 + 80 l E ......................................................................... 5,50 m
Fuel oil tank capacity................................................................................................200 l
Refrigeration unit capacity.......................................................................................100 l
CERTIFICATION
Recommended maximum power .........................................................................75 kw
Battery capacity ..............................................................................................3 x 110 Ah
Cabins............................................................................................................................... 3 CE Category Persons Maximum

Build material: Laminated polyester. A 12 persons

Architect.......................................................................... Philippe BRIAND Yacht Design B 12 persons
Interior design............................................................... Philippe BRIAND Yacht Design C 12 persons
D 12 persons

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General specifications
 General specifications 1
DEFINITION OF DESIGN CATEGORIES
Wind force Significant height of
(Beaufort scale) waves to be conside-
Design category
red
(in metres H 1/3)
Vessel designed for
navigation:
A - "At high sea" Over 8 Over 4
B - "In open sea" Upto and including 8 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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 Your boat

Name of the owner: .............................................................................................. Name of the boat: ...................................................................................................

Address: .................................................................................................................. Delivery date:...........................................................................................................

..................................................................................................................
Registration number: ..............................................................................................

Telephone:..............................................................................................................
Serial number (C.I.N): ............................................................................................
email: ............................................................................................................

Entrance door key n: ............................................................................................

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 - Tl. + 33 (0)2 51 60 50 10
http://www.beneteau.com
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Safety
Safety Equipment
General information
Gas system
Recommendatons for gas
Fight against fire
Bilge pump system
Emergency tiller

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 SAFETY EQUIPMENT

REF Designation
1 Position of swimming ladder (means of coming back onboard)
2 Location of liferaft locker

Swimming ladder (means of coming back onboard) Storage locker for liferaft
(Reference 1) (Reference 2)

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Safety
 Safety 2
GENERAL INFORMATION
DANGERS WARNING
The major hazards concern: -Before you sail, list the compulsory safety
- The gas system. equipment.
- The electrical system. -Don't exceed the number of persons indicated
in the chapter 'Specifications'.
- Manoeuvring the vessel and the sails.
-The total weight of the persons and equipment
- The motorisation. must never exceed the maximum load
Please refer to the relevant paragraphs. recommended by the manufacturer.
-Use the seats provided.

PIECE OF ADVICE -
RECOMMENDATION
-When sailing, never padlock or lock the liferaft
locker.
-Before you sail to sea, carefully read the
instructions indicated on the liferaft to launch
it.
-Close the deck hatches and fore portholes each
time before each trip (including the
companionway hatch in heavy weather).
-Don't store anything below the floorboards.

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 GAS SYSTEM
OPERATION

A B

3
NOTE: Same position for the other layouts.
REF Designation
1 Supply valve Cooker - Oven
2 Cooker / Oven
3 Gas cylinder locker
4 Regulator valve
5 Drain - Gas cylinder locker
6 Open valve
Valve Gas cylinder locker (Reference 3) 7 Closed valve

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Safety
 Safety 2
RECOMMENDATONS FOR GAS
Type of cylinder: butane, service pressure 10 kg/cm2 or according to current standards of your country).
WARNING
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.
-Don't use a solution containing ammonia.
Never leave unattended an appliance that is working. Don't install or store flammable materials above or over the stove (curtains, -Don't use a flame to detect leaks.
papers, napkins etc.).
-Don't smoke, don't use a naked flame when you
Make sure that the valves of the appliances are closed before you open the cylinder or hose valve. change the gas cylinder.
In case you smell gas or find that the burners have gone out (although appliance models cut off automatically if the flames go
out), turn off the valves of the appliances. Do ventilate the boat in order to get rid of any residual gas. Find the cause of the
problem. WARNING
Regularly test the gas system in order to detect any gas leak.
- Do not use a solution containing ammonia to
Check all the connections using water and soap or detergent, closing the valves of the appliances and opening the valve on the detect leaks.
cylinder.
- Don't use a flame to detect leaks.
If you detect a leak, close the valve of the cylinder and repair before you use it again.
- Don't smoke, don't use a naked flame when
The appliances use the oxygen of the cabin and release combustible gases. Ventilate your boat when using appliances. you change the gas cylinder.
Don't obstruct the air vents and at least leave the door open. Don't use the oven or stove as back up heaters.
Lock the stove oven when being not used in order to avoid damaging the tubes when sailing. PIECE OF ADVICE -
Never obstruct the fast access to the components of the gas system. Keep the taps of the empty cylinders turned off and the RECOMMENDATION
cylinders disconnected.
-Shut off the gas supply at the bottle as well as
Keep the protection, lids, covers and taps in their places. Store the empty and spare cylinders on the deck or in a locker with a the cooker tap.
ventilation to the open air.
-When changing the cylinder, refit the cap in
Don't use the gas cylinder storage place to store other equipment. Only use the proper locker to store the gas cylinders. place on the regulator threaded section (to
Regularly check and replace the rubber tubings that link the cylinder to one end of the circuit and the stove to the other one, avoid corrosion).
depending on the norms and regulations in force in your country. -For winter storage instructions and precautions,
refer to Chapter 13.

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SCHEMA GAS - US
1

5
2

6
7
3

REF Designation
1 Regulator valve 12V
2 Gas cylinder
3 Drain
4 Stuffing box
5 PVC girdled sleeve
6 Electromagnetic valve for gas 12V
7 Pipe Propane Plastic

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Safety
 Safety 2
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. In forward cabin wardrobe
4. In the starbord rear cabin hanging locker
5. Location of discharge hole in the engine compartment
Possible additional locations: Under the aft cabin mattresses.

1. Remove the spar ceiling

2. Lower the ladder
3. Exit

The ladder rung fitted to the

ceiling enables evacuation
through the forward deck hatch
once removed from its storage.

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 Safety 2
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.
Pay particular attention to keep in good condition the screw thread of the cylinder on which the regulator is. Check the condition WARNING
of the regulator every year and change it if necessary. Use regulators identical to the ones that are fitted.
-Keep an extinguisher handy in case the fire
Have the repairs carried out by someone skilled. should start again.
POSITION OF GAS BOTTLE
The locker for storing gas bottles can be reached through the cockpit under the foldaway seat. The locker can accommodate a
gas bottle. The locker is equipped with bottle fastening straps.

FIGHT AGAINST FIRE

It is the owner's or the skipper's responsibility:
- To have the extinguishers checked in pursuance of the instructions given.
- To replace the extinguishers by others with an equal or a greater capacity if the extinguishers have expired or are empty.
- To tell the crew:
where the extinguishers are and how they work,
where the release aperture is situated in the engine compartment,
where the emergency exits are.
- Make sure the extinguishers can be reached easily when people are on board.
Keep the bilge clean. Regularly check that there is no fuel or gas vapour.
Always fasten the curtains open when the gas cooker is working.

Exits other than the doors and hatches of the main companionway, equipped with permanently fitted ladders, are identified with
a symbol.

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 Safety 2
EXTINGUISHERS
The extinguishers are part of the compulsory equipment.
WARNING
An extinguisher or a fire blanket shall be set less than 2 m from any flame appliance.
Extinguishers must be placed less than 5 m from any berth. -Do not obstruct the ways to the emergency
exits.
It is compulsory for an extinguisher to be placed less than 2 m away from the extinguisher aperture of the engine compartment.
-Do not obstruct the safety controls (fuel oil
An extinguisher shall be less than 1 m from the steering station. valves, gas valves, power switches).
The extinguishers must be in position (see "Extinguisher positions" diagram). -Do not block the extinguishers placed on
shelves.
Extinguisher, per unit, minimum capacity 5A/34B. -Do not leave the vessel unattended when a
For the FIRST 45: 25A/170B(equivalent to 5 extinguishers of minimum capacity). cooker or heater is in use.
-Do not use gas lamps in the vessel.
-Do not alter the vessel systems (electrical, gas or
fuel).
-Do not fill up a tank or change a gas cylinder
when an engine is running or a cooker or heater
is on.
-Do not smoke while handling fuels or gas.

WARNING

-The CO extinguishers shall be used only to

fight electrical fires.
-Clear the area immediately after use in order to
avoid suffocation.
-Air before entering.

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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)

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Safety
 Safety 2
The engine compartment has an aperture that makes it possible to inject the extinguishing product inside without opening the
usual access hatches.

INSTRUCTIONS TO FOLLOW IN CASE OF A FIRE IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT BILGE:

- Stop the engine.
- Switch off power and stop fuel supply.
- Block off the air supply from the air inlets and outlets of the engine.
- Inject the extinguishing product through the aperture.
- Wait.
- Open the access hatches and repair.

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 Use of the manual bilge pump

Lay out of Operation

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Safety
 Safety 2
BILGE PUMP SYSTEM
PROCEDURE TO FOLLOW IN CASE OF WATER LEAKAGE WARNING
- 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
- Identify the source of the leak by tasting the water and decide on the relevant action to be taken: damage.
freshwater = watertank leak. -The bilge pump system is designed to drive out
seawater = breach of hull. the water being either sea spray or leaks but
absolutely not the water coming through a hole
ELECTRIC BILGE PUMP in the hull, this hole being the result of a
damage.
The first electric bilge pump is located in the sump well. -Do not let the pumps run while dry, this may
The second electric bilge pump is located on the plumbing board under the port saloon seating. cause them damage.
You can energize the electric bilge pump from the electrical panel. -The water in the bilge shall be kept at its
On the electrical panel - three possible positions : OFF / Automatic / Mechanically operated. minimum.
-At regular intervals visually check the operation
In the automatic position each pump is set off automatically by a trip switch located in the sump area or in the bottom of the hull.
of each bilge pump.
MANUAL BILGE PUMP
The manual bilge pump is located in the cockpit behind the rudder wheel to port.

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 Use steers frank of help

Acces Steering sector Emergency tiller in position

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Safety
 Safety 2
EMERGENCY TILLER
The emergency tiller is in an aft locker and shall be easy to get to. PIECE OF ADVICE -
To operate the tiller: RECOMMENDATION
- Use a winch handle and unscrew the tiller cover situated at the back of the cockpit. -The emergency tiller is designed only to sail at a
reduced speed in case of a wheel failure.
- Insert the tiller into the rudder stock and make sure it is fully secure in the square.
- If the automatic pilot is connected and is working after the tiller damage, use it.
- Disconnect all apparatus linked to the rudder stock to use the emergency tiller.

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Hull
Maintenance of the Hull
Carreening

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 Carreening

Wetted area : 41,2 mGTE

Wetted area : 40,0 mPTE

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Hull
 Hull 3
MAINTENANCE OF THE HULL
The materials and equipments of your boat have been selected because of their high quality and performance and ease of
maintenance. However you shall carry out a minimum maintenance in order to protect your boat from outside attacks (salt, sun, PRECAUTION
electrolysis ...).
Preferably wash your boat on shore. -Consult the harbourmaster's office to find out
the conditions of use for water and air facilities
Use as few cleaning agents as possible. for cleaning your vessel.
Don't use solvents or aggressive detergent agents. Don't discharge your cleaning product into the water. -It is necessary to seek the advice of your
concessionnaire with regard to gel-coat repairs.
CARREENING
The lower hull of your boat should be covered with an anti-fouling paint which will prevent the adhesion of marine growth.
PRECAUTION
The nature of the water in which the boat sails will determine the choice of the anti-fouling paint as well as the frequency of hull
stripping and painting. Do not hesitate to take advice from your specialists. -When applying the anti-fouling paint do not
Refer to chapter 12 for launching instructions. paint over the electronic instrument sensors
Before applying anti-fouling paint never: nor the anodes.
- Do any sanding down.
- Use any other solvants than ethylic alcohol. PIECE OF ADVICE -
RECOMMENDATION
- Use detergents under pressure.
- Use scrapers. -When in dry dock check the anode on the
propellor shaft line.
- Do any sanding other than a light rubbing down by hand with a grade 400 wet abrasive paper (to roughen up the hull
before the first coat). - See "Motorisation" chapter.
If cleaning of the anti-fouling paint has to be done with a high pressure hose:
- The water temperature must not exceed 15 C.
- The water pressure must not exceed 150 bars.
- The distance between the hose nozzle and the hull must not be less than 10 centimetres.
Follow the supplier's instructions very closely when applying the anti-fouling paint.
All these hull maintenance operations can be carried out by your dealer.

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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)

WARNING

-The maximum weight of the outboard engine

(not supplied) on the pushpits should not
exceed 20 kg.

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Deck
 Deck 4
STABILITY
Breaking waves represent a serious danger for stability and for taking in water. Close the companionway doors and hatches in
heavy seas. DANGER
During sailing keep all the portholes, windows and doors closed.
- The stability is reduced when you add weight in the upper parts. -Wear your life jacket.
-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.
fasten yourself to the boat.
-When at sea close the guardrail doors.
PREVENTION OF MANOVERBOARD
-Do not try to stop the boat using a boat hook or
Regularly check the guard-rails: your foot, your hand or any other part of the
- With metal guard-rails, watch for corrosion particularly at connecting points. body.
- With synthetic guard-rails, change them as soon as they show signs of wear due to chafing or UV.
Areas forbidden when sailing:
- Aft quarterdeck.
WARNING
- Roof. -The sudden closing of a locker due to a gust of
wind or movement of the boat could result in
MOORING injury.
A sufficient number of mooring lines suitably sized and suitable for the environment shall be on board for mooring your boat.
- Always manoeuvre your boat using the engine. PIECE OF ADVICE -
- Make allowance for the current and wind when you handle your boat. RECOMMENDATION
- Protect your boat to the highest degree with suitably sized fenders. -Close the deck hatches and fore portholes each
- Always keep the mooring ropes unfouled and stored away. time before each trip (including the
- Handle your boat at a reduced speed. companionway hatch in heavy weather).

AFTER MOORING
- Protect the mooring lines against chafing with plastic sleeves.
- Make allowance for the variations in tides if need be.

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 Closure Companionway Opening Deck hatch

1. Sliding hatch Opening Portlight

2. Lock and key
3. Companionway access doors

Closure Hatch cover Swimming ladder catch

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Deck
 Deck 4
TOWING
TOWING BOAT PRECAUTION
- 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. bed.
TOWED BOAT -Anchoring manoeuvres with the electric
windlass can only be carried out with the engine
Keep steering your boat and see to it that you stay in the wake of the towing boat.
running.

ANCHORING
As a rule, set the anchor in at least 3 times the depth of water. WARNING

ANCHORING WITHOUT WINDLASS Windlass operations are dangerous:

- Have your boat pointed into the wind and without speed. -Always keep the anchor line free and unfouled.
- Pay out the chain while moving back slowly. -Always proceed with care, using gloves and
always wearing shoes.
- Once the anchor has taken hold make it fast by reversing slowly.
-If your boat is equipped with the twin control
- Secure the hawser or the chain to the cleat. optional extra, make sure you use only
onecontrol at the same time.
ANCHORING WITH ELECTRIC WINDLASS
- Turn on the boat engine.
- Check that the electrical supply of the windlass is switched on (battery switch, circuit breaker).
- Use the remote control to activate the windlass in lowering mode. Let the chain feed out by keeping the lowering
button on the remote control pressed down.
- Let the chain out while moving backwards slowly and as straight as possible.
- Once the anchor has taken hold make it fast by reversing slowly.
- Secure the hawser or the chain to the cleat.

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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).
8 Smooth gypsy head
9 Chain lifter 10 diameter
10 Handle storage

A Anchor stopper

LOCATION OF BATTERY SWITCHES

A Battery switch "common negative"
B Battery breaker - "positive terminal - engine"
C Battery switch "service positive"
D Windlass circuit breaker

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Deck
 Deck 4
ANCHORING BY HAND WITH USE OF A MANUAL WINDLASS
- Release the windlass brake using the handle located in the chain locker so as to allow the chain lifter to turn freely and
to release the anchor from the stem fitting WARNING
- 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
- Have the boat pointed into the wind and without speed. in position
- Release the brake and pay out the chain slowly.
- Control the speed of anchor lowering using the brake. PIECE OF ADVICE -
RECOMMENDATION
- Once the anchor has taken hold re-engage the brake and secure the hawser to the cleat.
-After each trip rinse the windlass and mooring
HEAVING UP THE ANCHOR line with fresh water.
-Refer to the manufacturer's instructions for
- Lock the cable lifter snubber.
windlass maintenance at the beginning or end
- Ensure the chain is properly set on the cable lifter. of the season.
- Slowly go near the anchor, using your engine (Don't use your windlass to winch the boat). -Check the swinging area once the boat is at
- Heave the anchor completely. anchor.

- Visually check the last meters till the anchor gets into contact with the davit.
PIECE OF ADVICE -
- If you just change berth, check the position of the anchor on the stem fitting. RECOMMENDATION
- For sailing, store the anchor in the chain locker or fasten the anchor to its roller. -For sailing with anchor in position:
- For electrical windlasses cut off the power supply as soon as the anchor has been lifted. It is essential to fasten the anchor with the stopper
located next to the stem roller (mark A)
STERN ANCHORING
- Free the chain tension using the windlass
Stern anchoring shall be performed with the engine declutched. before closing the mooring locker hatch.
- Secure the required length of cablet on the mooring cleat.
- Pay out the anchor line slowly.
- Take care not to damage the propeller or the rudder.

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 Deck 4
MAINTENANCE OF THE DECK
Preferably wash your boat on shore.
PRECAUTION
Use as few cleaning agents as possible.
Don't use solvents or aggressive detergent agents (Refer to chapter 3 "Hull"). -Consult the harbourmaster's office to find out
the conditions of use for water and air facilities
Don't discharge cleaning products into the sea.
for cleaning your vessel.
Regularly brush the deck with a degreasing shampoo and fresh water. -Don't use solvent, alcohol, acetone on plexiglas.

DECK FITTING
PIECE OF ADVICE -
- Rinse thoroughly all your equipments with fresh water. RECOMMENDATION
- Periodically lubricate turnbuckles, winches, tracks and travellers with water-rpellent grease. Thoroughly and frequently -Use only products similar to the ones that are
wash off the pulleys and sheaves with clear water. included in the maintenance case you have been
delivered with your boat.
SOLID WOOD ON EXTERIOR WOODEN PANELLING -Don't use a pressure washer.
Regularly clean the woodworks with fresh water using a sponge (if need be add some gentle soap).

PLEXIGLAS
- Rinse plexiglas with fresh water.
- Use a polish paste for thin scratches.
- Consult your dealer concerning deep scratches.

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Steering Gear

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4 Lower bearing 1
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11 Emergency tiller 1
12 Pin 1
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14 Tiller cable 1
15 Single mobile sheave 2
16 Steering Gear To starboard 1
17 Steering Gear To port 1
18 Steering wheel 900 diameter 2
19 Sector stopper 1
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Steering system
 Steering system 5
STEERING GEAR
MAINTENANCE WARNING
- Regularly check:
The tension in the steering cables. -Refer to chapter 2 "Safety"for use of the
The tightness of the steering system components. emergency tiller.
- Don't tighten the steering cables excessively.
- Lubricate all the elements. PIECE OF ADVICE -
Maintain the nylon, ertalon or teflon bushes only with a suitable lubricant. RECOMMENDATION
NOTE: Do not hesitate to consult your dealer about system maintenance. -The emergency tiller is designed only to sail at a
reduced speed in case of a wheel failure.

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 Access to drives:
Through the port aft cabin Through the aft cockpit locker

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Steering system
Rigging and Sails
Standing rigging 6
Running rigging
Winches
Sail setting
Sails

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 Rigging Cruising

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Rigging and Sails
 Rigging and Sails 6

Diameter Diameter
Standing rigging Quantity
Version cruising Version racing
Forestay 1 dash 22 dash 22
Backstay 1 10 10
V3D4 2 10 dash 17
V2 2 10 dash 22
V1 2 12 dash 30
D1 2 10 dash 17
D2 2 7 dash 10
D3 2 7 dash 10

NOTE: Dash is the diameter measurement for the rod cable.

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 Rigging Racing

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Rigging and Sails
 Rigging and Sails 6
STANDING RIGGING
Your BENETEAU dealer was responsible for stepping the mast of your boat.
DANGER
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. -To hoist a crew member up to the top of the
MAINTENANCE mast, make a bowline with the halyard directly
on the bosun's chair ring
Before each trip, carefully inspect the mast from top to bottom.
-(never use the halyard snap shackle or shackle).
Periodically check the rigging tightening and the lock nut or pin locking (you should check it for the first time after a few days -Do not hoist a crew member when sailing in
sailing in all types of weather). heavy weather.

PIECE OF ADVICE -
RECOMMENDATION
-Your dealer BENETEAU can carry out all
maintenance operations or recommend a
skilled specialist to do so.

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 General handling diagram

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21! 21 1 Back and forth Genoa traveller
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4 Genoa sheet
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10 Spinnaker guy (optional extra)
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! 14 Spi 2 halyard(optional extra)
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! 21 Jib sheet inhaulers (optional extra)
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8 23 Boom lift(optional extra)
9 24 Spinnaker boom downhaul (optional extra)
25 Spinnaker tack (optional extra)

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Rigging and Sails
 Rigging and Sails 6
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1 Single frame pulley 1
2 Single pulley D 57 2
3 D 40 carbon single pulley 2
4 Kicking strap 1
5 D40 carbon double pulley 1
6 Pig tail Kicking strap 1
7 Pig tail Kicking strap 1
8 Pig tail Kicking strap 1

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 Rigging and Sails 6
RUNNING RIGGING
MAINTENANCE WARNING
Lightly grease the sheave pins. Change any distorted or dented sheave. Inspect the pins of the sheaves at the top of the mast
once a year. -Refer to the manufacturer's instructions to
Regularly check the jam cleat jaws for condition. remove the winches and put them back.
-Improper refitting may result in accidents (e.g.
Inspect the halyards for wear and condition.
kick of the crank handle).
Regularly clean the pulleys off (old grease, traces of rust) with clear water.
Slightly lubricate the block pins.
Avoid untimely gybing in order to reduce premature wear on the sheets, attachment points and the gooseneck.

WINCHES
OPERATION
Avoid rope jamming during winch handling. Do not leave loose ropes on the winches but fasten them on cleats (except on the
Self Tailing winches).

SAIL SETTING
CLASSICAL MAINSAIL
With the mainsail being on the deck:
- Screw the pins of the mast sliders for battens into their boxes.
- Slide in the battens through the leech.
- Screw the box cap until you get the required tension (the tightening screw shall not project beyond the sail).
- Do not forget the small locking screw.
- Put the mainsail into the lazy-bag.
- Set the boom ring in velcro about level with the clew.
- Fit the mainsail onto its slides, begin with the headboard and finish with the tack.

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1 Swivel single pulley 5
2 Single frame pulley (Mainsail block and tackle) 1
3 Single pulley 4
4 Main sheet 1
5 D40 carbon double pulley 2
6 D 40 carbon single pulley 2
7 Traveller adjustment 2
8 Loop (Mast carbon) 1
9 Pulley (Mast carbon) 1

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Rigging and Sails
 Rigging and Sails 6
Genoa sheet circuit
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1 D 40 carbon single pulley 1
2 genoa winding stopper 1
3 genoa sheet 2
4 genoa car adjustment 2
5 D 40 carbon single pulley 2
6 D 75 carbon single pulley 4
7 Jib sheet inhaulers + Ring 2

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 Rigging and Sails 6
FURLING GENOA: FITTING
- Secure the head and halyard to the swivel. Secure the tack to the drum and sheets. PIECE OF ADVICE -
- Insert the bolt rope into the hole and hoist it and take care that you do not tear it. RECOMMENDATION
- Have the halyard taut enough but hoist less taut than a sail on a normal stay. Hoist it until the horizontal creases -When you are not sailing, slacken the genoa
disappear (Adjust the tension of the luff after a few sea trips). halyard.
- Pull on the line from the cockpit to furl the genoa. -Install the lazy-bag before the mainsail.
- Before getting under way take advantage of a windless period of time and hoist the genoa. -When the sail is unfurled, adjust the halyard
- Hand pre-roll the drum to set the furling line on it. tightness.
Pay attention to the drum winding direction: The sacrificial strip of the genoa shall be wrapped outside. -Too much tightness may cause furling
problems.
Never force it in case it seizes when you furl or unfurl the head sails. Make sure that no ropes are caught in the furler.
-After taking in a reef for the first time mark the
MAINTENANCE halyard position at the clutch (marker pen or
- Regularly rinse the drum and swivel. light stitched label)in order to be able to let out
the sheet with precision in subsequent
- Lubricate the bearings if recommended by the manufacturer. manoeuvres.
- Unrig the sails if your boat is not to be used for long.
LAZY-BAG: FITTING PIECE OF ADVICE -
- Spread out the lazy-bag on the deck. RECOMMENDATION
- Slide the battens in and close the batten pockets. -Carry out the complete maintenance of the
- Hank on the lazy-bag until you have the front part about level with the gooseneck. winches regularly (before and during the sailing
season).
- Fasten the lazy-bag to the tack with the strap provided.
-Rinse the winches off regularly during the
- Stretch the lazy-bag from the back before you fasten the lazy-jacks. season.
- Put the mainsail into the lazy-bag.

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 Symmetric spi (optional extra)

REF Designation Number

1 Swivel single pulley 1
2 single pulley 1
3 boom lift 2
4 Swivel single pulley 2
5 Pulley snap hook 1
6 Spinnaker boom downhaul 1
7 Spinnaker guy 2
8 D 75 carbon single pulley 1
9 Spinnaker sheet barber 2
10 D 75 carbon single pulley 2
11 Spinnaker sheet 2

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Rigging and Sails
 Rigging and Sails 6
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2 Tack Asymmetric spi 1
3 Spinnaker sheet 2
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 Rigging and Sails 6
SAILS
How long a sail lasts mainly depends on its regular maintenance. PIECE OF ADVICE -
When sailing, trim the sails properly in accordance with the stresses in order to reduce the harmful strains on the fabric. RECOMMENDATION
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.).
before winter, leave your sails to a specialist to
Have a sail maker's kit and a user's manual so that you may carry out the emergency repairs waiting for the sailmaker's assistance. have efficient maintenance and repairs.
SHORTENING THE STANDARD MAINSAIL
To shorten sail:
- Head into the wind.
- Slacken off the kick strap.
- Slightly slacken the mainsail sheet.
- Slightly slacken the mainsail halyard.
- Take in the reef line.
- Take up the slack in the mainsail halyard.
- Reset the mainsail sheet.
- Take up the kick strap slack if necessary.

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 Spinnaker boom storage (optional extra)

REF Designation Number

1 Boom maintenance belt 1
2 Boom plastic support 1

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Rigging and Sails
 Rigging and Sails 6
CLEANING 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).

HAULING DOWN THE STANDARD MAINSAIL

To haul down the mainsail:
- Head into the eye of the wind.
- Slacken off the kick strap.
- Take up the slack in the Lazy bag ropes.
- Slacken off the mainsail halyard while taking up the reef lines to control the mainsail descent.
- Fold the mainsail into its lazy-bag.
- Take up the mainsail sheet to immobilise the boom.
- Immobilise the mainsail halyard.

SAIL STORAGE/FOLDING
Avoid storing a wet sail to prevent mildew from appearing.
Accordion fold the sail parallel to the foot, then roll it up to the bag dimensions.

PROTECTION
UV rays are harmful to polyester and nylon. If the sails remain on the mast, even for 24 h, protect them with a cover or a
protection fabric placed on the leech and foot of the furled sails.
Our distributor network offers you accessories that have been selected by the yard and are consistent with your needs.

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Layouts
Introduction
Interior maintenance 7
Maintenance of fabrics

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 INTRODUCTION

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Layouts
 Layouts 7
INTERIOR MAINTENANCE
INSIDE PIECE OF ADVICE -
RECOMMENDATION
- 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.
- Use blinds to protect the inside of the boat against UV rays.
-Don't discharge your cleaning product into the
- Carefully remove all crumbs. water.
- Make sure the bilges are clean and dry. -Take the removable upholstory inside when the
vessel is not being used.
INSIDE VARNISH -Place protective covers/awnings.
- Rinse the inside varnish with fresh water mixed with spot remover and shampoo. -Mark up each cover and foam when
- Polish the inside varnish with shammy leather. dismantling.

MAINTENANCE OF FABRICS PRECAUTION

STAIN REMOVAL -For the PVC fabrics, don't use any solvent or
- Dab with a clean rag. solvent based product (pure alcohol, acetone,
trichloroethylene).
- Remove the stain with a solvent poured onto a clean rag. Never pour the solvent directly over the stain.
- Rub with a clean and dry rag.
- Brush the fabric against the grain.
- Use the vacuum cleaner when the fabric is dry.

PVC OR COATED FABRICS

- Use a sponge and water and soap (household soap type).
- Dab away resistant stains with a rag soaked with white spirit, do not rub them.

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 Seats attachment system Suction-cup system to lift floors

Side lockers opening/closing system Side window curtains opening/closing Cooler locking system

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Layouts
 Layouts 7
100% POLYESTER/DRALON 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. Remove the stains as soon as possible with a damp rag.

COTTON JACQUARD
- Dry clean.
- Do not iron.
- Do not use hypochlorite.
- Remove the stains with fractionated petrol.

ALCANTARA
- Wash in warm water with a neutral pH soap.
- Dry it naturally.
- Dry clean with perchloroethylene.

LEATHER
- Use a leather cream for ordinary care.
- Do not use detergent.
- Do not use silicone based products.
- Clean with a sponge and soapy water.
- Remove ball point pen marks with methylated spirit.
- Remove the grease stains with an absorbent powder (e.g. talcum powder).

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Water and sewage water
Water tanks
Water system - Distribution
Water system - Drainage 8
Sewage
Bilge pump system

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 Water tanks - Lay out of

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31
32

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34
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30 Distribution cluster hot / cold water
31 Front tank vent
32 Front tank filling by plug hole
33 Rear tank filling by plug hole
34 Rear tank vent

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Water and sewage water
 Water and sewage water 8
WATER TANKS
OPERATION WARNING
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. A 20%
Open and close the filler caps with the suitable key. reserve should be kept..
Check the filler cap seals for condition during filling.
The tanks are fitted with overflow outlets and vents.
PIECE OF ADVICE -
RECOMMENDATION
Never insert the water filling hose deep down into the system in order to prevent any over-pressure in the systems.
-Pay attention to the quality of the water for the
Water tanks capacity: filling up. Check if it is drinking water.
- 330 litres Forward water tank -It is possible to sterilize the tanks with a
- 200 litres Aft water tank Clonazione tablet (sold at the Chemist's).
-If the boat is not used for long, purify the tanks
and pipes with acetic acid (or white vinegar).
-For winter storage instructions and precautions,
refer to Chapter 13.

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 Plumbing board
Located under the port-side heel bearer

REF Designation
A Electric bilge pump
B Water unit
C Water filter
D Expansion chamber
E Tank taps

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Water and sewage water
 Water and sewage water 8
WATER SYSTEM - DISTRIBUTION
WARNING
USE OF THE WASHBASINS AND SHOWERS
- Close the valves and turn off the taps after use. -Turn off the shore freshwater supply valve
before leaving the vessel.
SEA WATER FOOT PUMP / FRESH WATER
The footpump makes either seawater or freshwater available at the sink. The tap is located at the corner of the sink cupboard PRECAUTION
and the aft cabin door.
Operate the 3-way valve (to choose water) and push down on the pump pedal. -Never operate the water system equipment
when the valve is closed or the tank is empty
The 3-way valve is located under the floor in front of the cupboard.
(the electrical equipment may be damaged).
COCKPIT SHOWER SPRAY / SHORE FRESHWATER SUPPLY -Check the water filter for condition (refer to
manufacturer's instructions).
Bleed the cockpit shower system and the freshwater inlet to prevent freezing.
-Close the taps of empty tanks.

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 Distribution circuit

17 18

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REF Designation
16 Distribution cluster hot / cold water
17 To boat aft
18 To bathroom

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 Water and sewage water 8
Water system Drainage
21 22
19 20
21
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23
24

25 27
28
26 29
28
26
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REF Designation REF Designation

19 Shower draining / Port aft pump 25 Cooler emptying by pump Icebox drainage
20 Hand sink evacuation in port aft shower 26 Dishrack evacuation by gate valve
21 Shower pump evacuation by port aft collector 27 Cooler pump emptying by collector
22 Shower pump evacuation by port bow collector 28 Sink evacuation by gate valve
23 Hand sink evacuation in port bow shower 29 Cooler evacuation by 3-way gate valve
24 Shower evacuation by port bow pump
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 Water and sewage water 8
WATER SYSTEM - DRAINAGE
OPERATION WARNING
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. this end it was leaded from the factory.
A watertight bilge tray under the engine receives the possible oil leaks.
A main sump located above the ballast receives water from the bilges. PIECE OF ADVICE -
RECOMMENDATION
The main sump is partially drained by an electric or a manual pump. Regularly dry the sump with a sponge.
-Regularly check the valves and thru-hull fittings
for proper operation and watertightness.
-Turn off the valves when the water system is
not in use.
-Visually check the water pump flow.
-Check the clamps and flexible hose connections
for tightness.
-Pay attention to the seals for condition.
-Regularly make sure that the strum box and
bilge are perfectly clean.
-Immediately switch off the electric system in
case a pump is running while all the water
supplies are turned off.
-In case of a leak check the system.

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 Water system - Draining of steering wheel well

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Water and sewage water
 Water and sewage water 8

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

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Water and sewage water
 Water and sewage water 8
SEWAGE
PIECE OF ADVICE -
USE OF THE MARINE HEADS RECOMMENDATION
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).
- Set the control lever of the pump slantwise (FLUSH). -Since it is prohibited to discharge sewage water
- Operate the pump. in certain marinas or countries it may be
To dry the bowl: necessary to use the foul water holding tank
('WHT').
- Set the lever back vertical (DRY).
- Operate the pump.
To avoid blocking the toilets only use absorbent paper in reasonable quantities.
Schedule a regular rinsing through of the heads with fresh water.
Close the valves after each use (in particular when the boat is unattended).

ELECTRIC TOILET
The electric toilets operate with seawater only. A switch enables the water intake and drain cycle of the bowl to be activated. A
switch enables the bowl to be rinsed. (see photo).

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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. Sewage tank
2. Tank vent hole
5. Closing cap
3. Drainage to sea
6. Vent hole
7. Deck filler - Suction and Rinsing

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Water and sewage water
 Water and sewage water 8
USE OF MARINE WCS FITTED WITH BLACK WATER TANK
Open the water intake valve (valve handle parallel to the pipe).
WARNING
In the case of a direct discharge into the sea: Open the draining valve.
In case you store the waste waters in the tank: Make sure the draining valve is closed (valve handle perpendicular to the pipe). -Tanks nominal load capacity cannot be fully
used based due to trim and boat loading. A 20%
To drain the bowl, set the control lever of the pump slantwise (FLUSH) then operate the pump.
reserve should be kept..
To dry the bowl, set the lever vertical (DRY) then operate the pump.
In order to avoid clogging the heads:
WARNING
- Only use absorbent paper inreasonable quantities.
- Schedule a regular rinsing through of the system with fresh water. -Ask for information about the laws in force in
- Always retain a little water in the bottom of the bowl to avoid smells your country or your marina about discharging
your waste waters into the sea.
To empty the tank:
- In an authorized area, open the draining valve.
PRECAUTION
- In a marina equipped with a system to suck the waste waters, put the sucking hose into the tank through the deck filler.
Start the pump of the sucking system. The filler caps are opened and closed with an appropriate key. When the tank is -Close the valves after each use and above all
empty, check the cap seal for condition then close the filler. when the boat is unattended.
- Black water tank capacity:
- 80 litres Port aft washroom
PRECAUTION
- 80 litres Fore washroom (optional extra)
-Regular check the tank level. High pressure due
to too high a level may cause leaks or more
unpleasant troubles.

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 Bilge pump system
1
3
2 4
5
6

8 7
9 13

10 14
11 12
REF Designation REF Designation
1 Draining of manual bilge pump 9 To manual pump
2 Electric bilge pump drainage 10 Filter suction / Electric pump
3 Electric bilge pump filter suction 11 To rose box
4 Bilge pump drainage 12 To check valve
5 Manual bilge pump well suction 13 Bilge pump drainage
6 Electric bilge pump draining / Non-return valve 14 Bilge pump well suction
7 Bilge pump drainage Hull 15 Cockpit drainage / Thru-hull fitting
8 To through-hull

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 Water and sewage water 8
BILGE PUMP SYSTEM
ELECTRIC BILGE PUMP WARNING
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
In the automatic position each pump is set off automatically by a trip switch located in the sump area or in the bottom of the hull. damage.
-The bilge pump system is designed to drive out
MANUAL BILGE PUMP the water being either sea spray or leaks but
absolutely not the water coming through a hole
The manual bilge pump is in the cockpit. in the hull, this hole being the result of a
NOTE: To activate the manual bilge pump refer to chapter 2 "Safety" damage.
-Do not let the electric pumps run while dry, this
may cause them damage.
-The water in the bilge shall be kept at its
minimum.
-At regular intervals visually check the operation
of each bilge pump.

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Electrical equipment
General information
12 V DC system
110-220 V AC system
Equipment 9

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 Electrical equipment 9
GENERAL INFORMATION
ELECTRICAL PANEL WARNING
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.
- The switches and circuit breakers on the line. -In case of electrolyte splashing, thoroughly rinse
- the relevant electrical unit. the part of the body that has been in conctact
The fuel guage can be read by pressing the switch. with it. Obtain medical advice.

ELECTRICAL CIRCUIT, 12 V PIECE OF ADVICE -

RECOMMENDATION
GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS
-Keep the batteries clean and dry in order to
- Never work on a live electric fitting. avoid premature wear.
- The batteries must be strongly fastened. -Periodically check the electrolyte level. Add
- Do not block the battery ventilation ducts, some of them may give off hydrogen which represents a danger of distilled water when needed.
explosion. -Tighten and maintain the terminal connectors
- The batteries must be handled with care. In the case of contact with electrolyte thoroughly rinse off the affected part by greasing them regularly.
of the body and consult a doctor. -Disconnect the batteries during winter storage
- To avoid short-circuiting between the battery poles do not store conducting objects near to the batteries (metal tools, or long periods of inactivity.
etc...).
- Turn off the electrical circuit with the battery switches when installing batteries or during their connection/
disconnection.
- Never modify the specifications of power overload protection devices.
- Never modify an installation. Use the services of a qualified marine electricity technician.
- Never install or replace the electric appliances (or any electric equipement) by components exceeding the capacity
(amperage) of the circuit (Watt for bulbs).
- Do not leave the vessel unattended when the electrical system is switched on .

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 Electrical equipment

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Electrical equipment
 Electrical equipment 9
REF Designation
1 Cool box
2 Water unit
3 Electric bilge pump
4 Water heater
5 Windlass
6 Battery for engine
7 Panel Air conditioning
8 Electronics
9 220/110V breaker
10 Electrical panel
11 CD player
12 Charge divider
13 Battery switch engine + Battery switch of house system
14 FUSE Panel
15 Winch circuit breaker
16 Service battery + Spare battery
17 Shore power

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 Electrical panel

REF Designation FUSE

1 Charger 10 A (220 V) / 15 A (110 V)
2 Water heater 10 A
3 110-220V AC socket 10 A
4 Voltmeter
5 Water gauge
6 Fuel oil gauge
7 Socket 12 V
8 Interior lighting 10 A
9 Mooring light 10 A
10 Navigation light 10 A
11 Deck light 10 A
12 Navigation 10 A
13 Refrigeration unit 10 A
14 Auxiliary 10 A
15 Water unit 10 A
16 Bilge pump 15 A

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Electrical equipment
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- 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.
WARNING
BATTERIES
-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).
PRECAUTION
Make the most of time alongside to use the 220 V shore charger so as to start out sailing with fully charged batteries.
Always check the battery and charge system condition before you put out to sea. -Switch off the electrical system with the battery
switches when the boat is unattended.
BATTERY SWITCH -Never leave the vessel unattended with the
The electricity onboard is 12 V DC. mains electricity switched on.
The electrical system consists of service batteries. -Turn off the electrical system with the battery
switches and circuit breakers before gaining
The batteries supply power to all the functions on board. access to the rear of the electrical panels.
The engine has its own battery. -Check the level of maintainable lead batteries.
Switch on the electricity by turning the positive and negative battery switches (12 V).
PIECE OF ADVICE -
BATTERY ISOLATION SWITCH SET RECOMMENDATION
-It is recommended that you switch off all
1. Battery switch of negative terminal electrical devices before turning off the battery
2. Engine battery switch - positive switches.
3. House battery switch - positive
4. Windlass circuit breaker
5. Winch circuit breaker

Cutouts are located below the aft descent of the card table.

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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

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ELECTRICAL CIRCUIT, 110-220 V
DANGER
GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS
Certain vessels are equipped (as either standard or optional features depending on the model)with a 110 V or 230 V circuit. -Never let the end of the boat/shore supply cable
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
or kill the swimmers nearby.
- Never work on a live electric fitting.
- Plug in the boat/shore supply cable on board before plugging into the shore supply socket. PRECAUTION
- Never let the end of the boat/shore supply cable hang in the water.
-Never modify an electric fitting and relevant
- Turn off the shore supply with the onboard cut-off device before connecting or disconnecting the vessel/shore supply diagrams yourself.
line. -Call in a technician skilled in marine electricity to
carry out any electric modification.
- Disconnect the vessel/shore supply line at the shore socket first. -Never change the breaking capacity (amperage)
of the overcurrent safety devices.
- Check the polarity indicator for the shore connections (110V AC version). -Never install or replace the electric appliances
- If the reverse polarity indicator is activated immediately disconnect the line. Rectify the polarity fault before using the (or any electric equipement) by components
exceeding the capacity (amperage) of the circuit
vessel's electrical installation. (Watt for bulbs).
- Close the shore supply input cover firmly after use. PIECE OF ADVICE -
- Do not modify the vessel/shore supply line connections; only use compatible connections. RECOMMENDATION
- Do not alter the vessel's electrical system. The installation, modifications and maintenance must be carried out by a -In order to reduce the risks of electic shock and
qualified marine electricity technician. Check the system at least twice a year. fire:
-Before you plug in or unplug the boat/shore
- Disconnect the vessel supply when the system is not being used. This is to prevent the danger of fire. supply cable, switch off the shut off device
connected to the shore supply.
- Use electrical appliances with a double insulation or earthing. -Plug in the boat/shore supply cable in the boat
before you plug it into the shore supply socket.
Note that the live wires are brown, the neutral ones are blue and the earth wires are green and yellow. -Unplug the boat/shore supply cable on shore
first. Close the shore socket cover.
-Do not modify the connections of the boat/
shore supply cable

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 Main elements schematic diagram

REF Designation REF Designation

14 Propeller battery (optional extra) 48 Propeller battery isolation switch (optional extra)
46 House battery 49 Propeller fuse (optional extra)
47 Battery for engine 50 Bow thruster (optional extra)

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EQUIPMENT
PIECE OF ADVICE -
GENERAL INTRODUCTION RECOMMENDATION
(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.
ELECTRONICS
-When sailing store the protective covers inside
Wire runs are available to complete the boat equipment. the boat to avoid losing them.
Do not install electronic instruments or repeaters less than 1,50 m away from the radio loudspeakers. -The different repeater displays are back-lighted.
ADVICE: For further information refer to the appliance instructions. -The onboard radio is fitted with two outside
speakers.
MAINTENANCE -When mooring be careful to adjust the sound so
as not to disturb your neighbours !
Clean the repeater dials with freshwater. Refer to the instructions before using any other produce. The use of alcohol must be
avoided.

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General information
Engine fitting

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GENERAL INFORMATION
TYPE OF MOTORISATION DANGER
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.

PRECAUTIONS OF USE, OPERATING ADVICE

PRECAUTION
General point
- In this vessel, do not install an engine with a greater power and weight than that recommended, this will create a danger -Never run the engine when the boat is hauled
for its stability. out.
- Fuel which is stored elsewhere than in the fuel-tanks (portable tanks, jerrycans, etc...) must be kept in a ventilated space.
- Make sure that the engine compartment is clean and dry. PRECAUTION
- Avoid contact between inflammable substances and the hot parts of the engine.
-Stop the engine before you open the
- Locate the extinguisher hole which allows access to the engine compartment if a fire should break out. (Refer to companionway hatch and side hatches.
chapter 2).On certain models there is a fitted extinguisher system which enables a fire in the engine compartment to
-In case of an intervention when the engine is
be put out. Make sure you know where the activating mechanism is and how it works.
running:
Filling -Stay away from belts and hot or mobile parts.
Fill the fuel tank using the filler. In order to protect the deck from possible fuel splash, wet the area around the filler with sea -Be careful with full clothes, long hair, rings etc.
water before you remove the filler cap. In case of splashing rinse the deck thoroughly (deck filler closed). (you may be caught).
The fuel level is transmitted from the dipstick to the guage located on the house electrical panel. -Wear appropriate clothes (gloves, caps etc.).
Diesel oil tanks capacity: 200 litres
PIECE OF ADVICE -
Located under the port aft berth.
RECOMMENDATION
-Carefully read the engine instructions given
with your boat.

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REF Designation
1 Diesel oil stainless steel plug-hole
2 Engine compartment ventilator 12 V 300m3/h
3 Port diesel oil tank ventilator
4 Rotomoulded diesel oil tank 200L
5 Sea water filter
6 Diesel oil closing valve
7 Water separator diesel oil filter
8 Expansion chamber
9 Sail-drive engine
10 Battery isolation switch set
11 Battery box with flexible joints and cover
12 Water trap
13 Engine panel equipment
14 Engine control mechanism with adapter and lever
15 Anti-siphonage item
16 Transmission sail-drive
17 3 retractable blades propeller
18 Exhaust outlet D76

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 Main elements of the engine Engine access panels

Overall view of engine

REF Designation
1 Chiller
2 Engine oil filler hole
3 Air filter
4 Dipstick
5 Oil filters
6 Diesel oil decanter valve
7 Expansion chamber
8 Seawater inlet
9 Reverser
10 Water heater
11 Coolant filling hole
12 Windlass operation relay
13 Pipe Anti-siphonage item
14 Outlet
15 Starting motor

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Engine
These instructions give detailed explanations on proper operation of the engine.
PIECE OF ADVICE -
- Refill before the fuel tanks have almost run dry (the fuel system may be stopped for lack of fuel). RECOMMENDATION
- 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
You have access to the engine via the companionway hatch. gases
You can check the main parts thanks to side hatches.
Engine water valve WARNING
The water inlet valve of the engine is essential in the engine operation.
- Keep the strainer under the hull as clean as possible. -Never switch off or de-energize the electric
- Brush the strainer when the boat is careened. system when the engine is running.
- Do not cover the strainer with antifouling paint. -Imperatively operate the stop pull handle (or
button) before using the ignition key to switch
It is essential that this valve is open before the engine is started (danger of rapid wear and substantial damage to engine
installation). off a diesel engine.
If water does not flow out:
- Stop the engine immediately. WARNING
- Check that the valve is open.
Close the water inlet valve if the boat is unattended for long. -Tanks nominal load capacity cannot be fully
Inspect and clean the water filter regularly. used based due to trim and boat loading. A 20%
reserve should be kept..
Engine operation
Before starting the engine:
- Turn on the fuel valve.
- Open the valve of the engine cooling system and the valve of the stuffing box (see stuffing box paragraph).
- Operate the battery switches and energize the electric system.
- Disengage the reverse gear (it will make the acceleration possible when in neutral).

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Fuel oil valve for engine (Reference 1) Engine water valve: On the sail-drive (Reference 2)

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Fuel filter
The engine running problems may have different origins, among which dirty fuel. The injection pump may wear out if there is
water in the system. DANGER
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.
properly or with a damaged seal.
In order to prevent any water infiltration, the fuel runs through two filters:
- One filter is an integral part of the engine, its role is to filter fuel very finely. To know when you have to intervene and
how frequently you have to change it, please refer to the engine's manual.
- The second filter is on the pipe that links the tank to the engine, it plays the role of a water decanter and prefilter.
Drain by undoing the knurled screw at the base of the decantation bowl(but not removing it).
Allow to flow into a box till the fuel looks clean.
Do it several times a year.
Change the pre-filter at least once a year (access to it when you remove the bowl).
As for the procedures in case of fire, refer to Chapter 2.

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 Engine control Propeller detail

REF Designation
1 Engine control (retractable handlever)
2 Flush adapter for engine control mechanism

Engine panel detail REF Designation

1 Anode
2 Engine base
3 Propeller

REF Designation
1 Tachometer Revolution counter
2 Control indicator lights
3 Engine push-stop button
4 Starting key

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The instrument panel has all the testing functions of the engine and it does not require any special precaution (refer to engine
leaflet).
PIECE OF ADVICE -
Check the clutch and accelerator cables (lubricate the end fittings and forks). RECOMMENDATION

VISIBILITY FROM THE STEERING STATION -When the engine is running, avoid making noise
and chops near the other users.
The international regulations to prevent collision at sea (COLREG) and the course regulations make mandatory a permanent
-Respect speed limits.
and proper surveillance and the respect of priority.
-In case this boat is equipped with a fix blades
Make sure there is no other boat on your way. propeller, when sailing with a sailing speed over
The visibility from the steering station may be obstructed in the following conditions: 8 knots it is essential to have the gear throttle
on the neutral position.
- Speed. -To start the engine again, reduce the speed of
- Position of the upper and side awnings. the boat when sailing (in order to be able to
disengage the clutch before starting it again).
- Boat heeling over, the sails reduce visibility under wind.
- Load and load distribution.
PRECAUTION
- Sea conditions, rain, spray, fog or darkness.
- Lights on inside the boat. -Do not change the propeller without specialist's
- Persons and removable equipments in the helmsman's field of visibility. advice.
-Regularly check the anode (at the end of the
drive shaft) for corrosion, at least 2 times a year.

PIECE OF ADVICE -
RECOMMENDATION

-Check the whole propeller shaft several times a

year.
-Change the anode if necessary.
-Check and change the cutlass bearing if
necessary.

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NAVIGATION: REMINDER OF SOME ADVICE
Stability PIECE OF ADVICE -
RECOMMENDATION
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.
- Stability may be reduced when towing a boat or when heavy weights are lifted with the davits. -Refer to the manufacturers' instructions
- Breaking waves represent a serious danger for stability and for taking in water. Close the companionway doors and supplied with your boat.
hatches in heavy seas. -Regularly check the O ring of the filler for good
Prevention of manoverboard condition (in order to prevent water entries).
-Do not turn off the fuel tap after each use
Regularly check the guard-rails:
(except in case the boat is unattended for long).
- With metal guard-rails, watch for corrosion particularly at connecting points. -Keep the fuel tank as full as possible (to avoid
- With synthetic guard-rails, change them as soon as they show signs of wear due to chafing or UV. condensation).
Propeller -Every year check the fuel system for condition
(hose, valves, etc.).
The propeller supplied as a standard with you boat is the result of tests carried out jointly with the engine manufacturer. -Have a professional to carry out the works on
the damaged parts of the fuel system.
-Refer to the manufacturer's manual given with
your boat.
-Be careful with any possible risk of oil and fuel
spillage.

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Launching recommendations
Stepping the mast

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LAUNCHING RECOMMENDATIONS
A lot of skill and care is required to commission your BENETEAU boat. The proper working of all your boat equipments in
the future results from the quality of the commissioning operations.
WARNING
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. hoisting.
If later you have to launch your boat yourself, you should take the following precautions:
PIECE OF ADVICE -
BEFORE LAUNCHING RECOMMENDATION
- If your boat is to be fitted with sounder and speedometer, allow for the relevant fittings and their installation. -The proper working of all your boat equipments
- Check the water intake strain box for cleanliness. in the future results from the quality of the
commissioning operations.
- Check the engine and reduction gear oil levels (refer to engine manual).
- Turn off the engine cooling water drain valves.
- Retract the speedometer into its housing (it may be damaged by the handling belts).
- For the on-line engines, check the anode at the end of the shaft is in place. Check the nut tightening (the lock washer
shall be turned over onto the nut). The anode shall not be painted.
- Turn off all the water inlet and drain valves (sink, washbasin, heads, engine).

HANDLING
- Install a fore rope, a rear rope and fenders.
- When craning, check that no device is crushed by the belts (sounder, speedometer, shaft, etc.).
- Locate the strap positions using the stick-on markers. The belt position will be useful during the craning for a future
launching.

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AFTER 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".

STEPPING THE MAST

Please contact your dealer.

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Laying up
Protection and maintenance

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LAYING UP
- Take ashore all the ship's log, the ropes that are not used for mooring, the galley equipment, supplies, clothes, the safety PIECE OF ADVICE -
equipment, batteries, the gas cylinder. RECOMMENDATION
- 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. boat and its equipment:
-To lay up your vessel carefully and methodically
PROTECTION AND MAINTENANCE is the best guarantee to avoid problems when
re-fitting out.
INSIDE -All these recommendations do not make up an
- Drain all the fresh water pipes and rinse them with water and vinegar (do not use a chlorine based product). exhaustive list. Your dealer will give you the
- Lubricate and close all the water inlet valves and thru-hull fittings. Rinse and completely drain the heads bowls and advice you need and will carry out the technical
pumps. maintenance of your boat.
- Retract the sounder and speedometer sensors. -Take advantage of this laying up to draw up a
complete inventory of the equipment.
- Install an atmosphere dehumidifier in the saloon and leave the cabin and storage unit doors open (lockers, ice boxes).
- Leave the cushions outside for long before putting them back into the boat in the upright and side position in order
to have minimum contact surfaces.

OUTSIDE
- Thoroughly rinse the hull and deck.
- Grease all moving and mechanical parts (latches, hinges, locks, etc).
- Protect all ropes and mooring lines against chafing.
- Protect the boat to the highest degree with fenders.
- Make sure the boat is properly moored.
All these recommendations do not make up an exhaustive list. Your dealer will give you the advice you need and will carry out
the technical maintenance of your boat.

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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.
- Fill the fuel tanks to a maximum in order to avoid condensation.
- Please refe to the engine manual for anything relating to the engine.

Ashore
- Take the batteries ashore and keep them on maintenance charge.
- Change the anode.
- Carry out the winterization operations specified by the manufacturer, keeping in mind that the freeze hazard is more
significant when the boat is ashore.
- Slacken the a.c. generator and pump belts.

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ELECTRONICS
PIECE OF ADVICE -
LEAD LINES RECOMMENDATION
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.
from its close proximity.
Do not store material on top of the sensors. -Do not store material close to the calculator and
electrical connections.
AUTO PILOT
The pilot consists of several elements listed as follows:
- Repeater in the cockpit starboard side above the engine panel.
- Compass in a locker under the berth in the port aft cabin. A diagram enables it to be found easily.
- Calculator, piston, hydraulic pump and rudder either side of the steering stock in the aft locker (access through one of
the two cockpit lockers under the tiller seating).
- To supply power to all elements switch on the "Navigation" circuit breaker on the electrical panel.
- For use and maintenance of the material consult the manufacturer instructions.

MAINTENANCE
Clean the transducer probe during each dry dock and the log sensor regularly. Read the instructions for maintenance
recommendations.

Refer to chapter 12 "Launching" for the precautions to be taken concerning the sensors during hoisting.

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