Akva Polarcirkel 685 User manual

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OWNERS MANUAL
Polarcirkel 685

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Produsent: Helgeland Plast AS, N-8607 Mo i Rana
Address: Båsmosjyen 4, 8607 MO I RANA
Phone [phone]
e-post [e-mail]
Web www.akvagroup.com
Boatmodel: Polarcirkel 685
Lenght: 6,85 m
Width: 2,50 m
Weight: approx. 1000 kg (Net.weight without engine)
Max no of persons: 10
Max engine: 186 kW
Max engine weight: 355 kg
Engine type: Outboard
Steering: Steering wheel from console
Weight empty boat ( mLC ) ca 1355 kg. Emty boat with max engine
Max. load (mL) 945 kg--equipment/baggage, persons and fuel
Max depth.(Tmax): 60 cm
Freebord (Fm): 50 cm at midship and loaded waterline
Fuel tank: 1x210 liter
Vanntank: ----------
Battery: 800cca
Building material: Polyethylene. Floating tanks w/buoyancy integrated into hull.
Design category: C – boats designed for wind forces up to and including force 6
and significant wave height up to 2 m
Approval: The boat type is CE marked according to Regulations relating to
production and sale m.v. of recreational vessels (2016).
CIN nr.: Placed on top of stern SB side
Safety equipment: Fire extinguisher (ABE), Manual bilge pump

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1. ABOUT THE MANUAL ................................................................... 6
1.1 Introduction............................................................................................................................. 6
1.2 BEFORE YOU GO:........................................................................................................................... 6
1.2.1 CAUTION! ................................................................................................................................... 6
1.2.2 BEFORE START............................................................................................................................ 7
1.2.3 WEATHER AND WIND................................................................................................................ 7
1.2.4 LOADING AND MAX NUMBER OF PEOPLE ................................................................................. 7
1.2.5 Fuel............................................................................................................................................. 7
1.2.6 In case of problems .................................................................................................................... 7
1.2.7 Engine and equipment ............................................................................................................... 8
1.2.8 Securing loose equipment ......................................................................................................... 8
1.2.9 Nautical charts ........................................................................................................................... 8
1.2.10 Onboard tasks .......................................................................................................................... 8
2TECHNICAL DATA ....................................................................... 8
2.1 CAPACITIES.................................................................................................................................... 8
2.2 BUILDERS PLATE ........................................................................................................................ 8
2.3 HULL IDENTIFICATION ............................................................................................................... 9
2.4 CONSTRUCTION CATEGORIES.................................................................................................... 9
3 SAFETY CONDITIONS ................................................................ 11
3.1 WARNINGS AND MARKINGS ....................................................................................................... 11
3.2 MANOEUVRE OF THE BOAT AND STABILITY........................................................................ 12
3.2.1 MAX ENGINE ............................................................................................................................ 12
3.3 EMERGENCY EXITS................................................................................................................. 12
3.4 HULL PENETRATIONS............................................................................................................... 12
3.5 BILGING-SYSTEM ..................................................................................................................... 12
3.6 FIRE PROTECTION AND EXTINGUISHING..................................................................................... 12
3.7 MOORING AND TOWING ............................................................................................................ 13
3.8 RESCUE EQUIPMENT AND FIRST AID .......................................................................................... 14
3.9 Protection against falling overboard and rescue equipment ..................................................... 14

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3.9.1 Protection against falls overboard........................................................................................... 14
3.9.2 Rescue after fall overboard...................................................................................................... 14
3.10 EMERGENCY .......................................................................................................................... 15
3.11 Visibility from driver position.................................................................................................... 15
Visibility from driver position may be affected by :........................................................................ 15
4. USE AND CONTROLS .................................................................... 16
4.1 OPERATION HANDLES / INSTRUMENTS ................................................................................... 16
4.2 START / STOP IN GEAR........................................................................................................... 17
4.3 ENGINE START AND STOP...................................................................................................... 17
4.4 ENGINE, GEARS AND PROPELLER SYSTEM ............................................................................ 17
4.5 FUEL-SYSTEM......................................................................................................................... 17
4.6 COOLING SYSTEM.................................................................................................................. 18
4.7 EXHAUST SYSTEMS ................................................................................................................ 18
4.8 STEERING SYSTEM ................................................................................................................. 18
4.9 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM .............................................................................................................. 19
4.10 WATER AND SANITATION...................................................................................................... 19
4.11 GAS INSTALLATIONS .............................................................................................................. 19
4.12 HEATING AND VENTILATION SYSTEM ................................................................................... 19
5.0 MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE ................................................... 20
5.1LIFTING AND TRANSPORTATION.................................................................................................. 20
5.2HULL ............................................................................................................................................. 20
5.3 ENGINE AND GEARS .................................................................................................................... 21
5.4 PROPELLERS, RUDDERS AND STEERING ................................................................................ 21
5.5 OTHER INSTALLATIONS.......................................................................................................... 22
5.6 STORAGE........................................................................................................................... 22
6. WARRANTY AND SERVICE ......................................................... 22
6.1 DEALER AND WARRANTIES.................................................................................................... 22
6.2 DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY............................................................................... 23
7. Environmental considerations ................................................... 23
8. ANNEX TO USER GUIDE ............................................................. 23
8.1 HEAVY OUTBOARD MOTOR............................................................................................... 23

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9.ONE-LINE DIAGRAM ..................................................................... 24
9.1 Installation without engine and battery ................................................................................... 24
9.2 Installation included engine........................................................................................................ 25
10. OWNERS NOTES ........................................................................ 26
11. DATA SHEET AND MANUALS ...................................................... 27
12. Mounting of engine and control handle ..................................... 28
ANTIFOULING ................................................................................. 30

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1. ABOUT THE MANUAL
1.1 Introduction
Congratulations with your new boat! Here at Helgeland Plast AS we have done everything
possible to make sure you have a product which meets all safety and quality standards for
this type of craft.
This Owner’s Manual has been written so that use of the boat will bring you the maximum
pleasure and safety. It contains important information about the boat, the systems onboard,
the equipment available on and in the boat, and the handling and maintenance of the boat.
Study the Owner’s Manual carefully before starting operation.
If this is your first boat or if this is a boat type unfamiliar to you we strongly recommend that
you make a thorough study of the boats handling and qualities before commencing serious
use. Your local dealer or owners’ association can refer to you to skilled instructors and
coastal skipper’s courses.
Look after this Owner’s Manual and make sure it follows the boat if selling to a new owner.
This Owner’s Manual complies with ISO Standard 10240.
Read this user manual! Before heading out to sea, check the following:
1.2 BEFORE YOU GO:
1.2.1 CAUTION!
Driving a boat is a responsibility not only for its own passengers but also for others who travel
at sea. Pay attention to the waters for which the boat is built and always adjust the speed
according to prevailing sea conditions.
In narrow waters and near smaller boats, consideration should therefore be given and avoid
excessive speed. A boat at 20 knots moves about 10 meters per second.
The stop length increases markedly with increased speed and there are limited opportunities
to influence it. Try to steer away from critical situations in good time.

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1.2.2 BEFORE START
Before starting, it is important to ensure that safety equipment is approved on board, such as
life jackets, mooring equipment, anchors and aids for lensing. This is the users responsibility.
Wear a life jacket or flotation garment.
1.2.3 WEATHER AND WIND
Assess the weather, the state of the sea, and visibility. Is the boat equipment and your skill-
level adequate for the waters you are about to sail in? Respect the weather and wind and never
go out in rough seas unless you and the crew are sure you can handle them, always adjust
the boat’s speed to the size of the waves and avoid getting waves directly in from the side.
Do not use a boat in poor visibility or after dark unless it has the stipulated navigation lights.
1.2.4 LOADING AND MAX NUMBER OF PEOPLE
Do not overload the boat, distribute the load evenly and make sure that everyone on board
has flotation vests. The maximum permissible load and maximum number of persons are
stated in the boat manufacturer's sign and master data on page 2 of this manual.
The stability of the boat is reduced if there is water from sea spray at the bottom. Avoid
standing upright while driving as it can be slippery and the boat may have movements that
are difficult to predict. Never stand more people upright in the boat at the same time.
Regardless of the number of persons on board, the weight of persons, cargo and motor must
never exceed the maximum load stated on the builders plate.
All loads must be secured before starting. Loose loads can be shifted and adversely affect
stability.
1.2.5 Fuel
Check that there is enough fuel, even reserve in case of bad weather. Spare cans for petrol
must not be placed in living rooms connected to battery compartments as there is a risk of
explosion.
1.2.6 In case of problems
Stop the engine before inspecting the propeller and with person(s) in the water by the boat!

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1.2.7 Engine and equipment
Check the steering and the function of all electrical systems and perform the daily
inspections listed in the Engine Manual. Check other seaworthiness issues, including
possible fuel leaks, water leaks, and making sure safety equipment is on board, etc.
1.2.8 Securing loose equipment
Check that loose equipment is positioned so that they are kept in place even at sea.
1.2.9 Nautical charts
Take nautical charts with you for a sufficiently large area if you do not move in completely
familiar waters.
1.2.10 Onboard tasks
Get along with the crew about who loosens which moorings, etc. Check that no mooring or
other rope sits in the propeller/water jet when mooring or when unloading.
2 TECHNICAL DATA
2.1 CAPACITIES
Technical data and capacities are listed on page 2.
2.2 BUILDERS PLATE
The builders plate is usually located on the port side of the inner rear plate and provides
information about: Boat manufacturer, Boat model, Construction category, Max. people (CL),
Max. Total load: Persons + equipment, CE mark. Max engine weight
More detailed information is provided in this user manual.

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2.3 HULL IDENTIFICATION
The hull bears a permanent mark on the after transom, starboard side, with the hull
identification which can be used to trace quality history.
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NO-PCB12345A020 NO- Code for Norway
PCB Maker’s ID letters
12345 building number
A production month ( here January )
0 Final digit, year of production (here 2020 )
20 Two final digits, model year ( here 2020)
2.4 CONSTRUCTION CATEGORIES
The EU/EEA's Leisure Boat Regulations became a mandatory part of the Norwegian legislation on 16
June 2015. Retrieved 10 June 2010. The CE mark in the boat is the manufacturer’s sign and is the
visible evidence together with the declaration of conformity that boat and equipment are meeting
the requirements of these regulations.
Attached to this user manual follows a declaration of conformity that lists the standards used for the
individual equipment parts of the boat.
The EU Leisure Boat Directive operates with 4 different construction categories:

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Polarcirkel model 685 is approved in Category "C".
Construction category
Wind force (Beaufort-scale)
Significant wave height (H 1/3, meter)
A
over 8
over 4
B
Until and included 8
Until and included 4
C
Until and included 6
Until and included 2
D
Until and included 4
Until and included 0,3