BRIG NAVIGATOR Series User manual

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OWNER’S MANUAL
RIGID INFLATABLE BOAT
SERIE: NAVIGATOR
MODEL: Navigator 24
2386N.01
Design Category: C
Directive 2013/53/EU

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CONTENTS
3 - DANGER LEVELS
3 – INTRODUTIONS
5 - CE CERTIFICATION
7 - IDENTIFICATION PLATES
9 - TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
11 - MAIN DIMENSIONS
12 - BOAT GENERAL VIEW
14 - CREW LIMIT
16 - BUOYANCY TUBE
18 - STEERING CONSOLE
20 - DRIVER’S SEAT and CUSHIONS
22 - FUEL SYSTEM
25 - DRAIN SYSTEM
28 - FRESH WATER SYSTEM (SHOWER)
30 - TOWING
32 – MOORING
33 – ANCHORING
37 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
37 - SWITCH PANEL
38 - MAIN SWITCHES
39 - FUSE
41 - BATTERIES
42 - FIRE EXTINGUISHERS
43 - REBOARDING MEANS
44 - BOAT LIFTING
46 - BOAT INSTALLATION ON TRAILER
47 - COVERING THE BOAT WITH A COVER
50 - WARNING SIGNS and LABELS
52 - GENERAL BOATING SAFETY

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DANGER LEVELS.
The manual contains warnings, identified as follows:
Denotes that an extreme intrinsic hazard exists which would result in high probability of
death or irreparable injury if proper precautions are not taken.
Denotes that a hazard exists which can result in injury or death if proper precautions are
not taken.
Denotes a reminder of safety practices or directs attention to unsafe practices which
could result in personal injury or damage to the craft or components or to the
environment.
INTRODUTIONS.
This owner’s manual has been compiled to help you to operate your craft with safety and pleasure. It contains details of
the craft; the equipment supplied or fitted, its systems and information on their operation. Please read it carefully, and
familiarize yourself with the craft before using it.
This owner's manual is not a course on boating safety or seamanship. If this is your first craft, or if you are changing to a
type of craft you are not familiar with, for your own comfort and safety, please ensure that you obtain handling and
operating experience before “assuming command” of the craft. Your dealer or yacht club will be pleased to advise you of
local sea schools, or competent instructors.
This owner's manual is not a detailed maintenance or trouble-shooting guide. In the case of difficulty, refer to the boat
builder or his representative.

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Always use trained and competent people for maintenance, fixing or modifications. Modifications that may affect the
safety characteristics of the craft shall be assessed, executed and documented by competent people. The boat builder
cannot be held responsible for modifications that he has not approved.
In some countries, a driving license or authorization are required, or specific regulations are in force. Always maintain your
craft properly and make allowance for the deterioration that will occur in time and as a result of heavy use or misuse of the
craft.
Any craft, no matter how strong it may be, can be severely damaged if not used properly. This is not compatible with safe
boating. Always adjust the speed and direction of the craft to sea conditions.
If your vessel is equipped with a liferaft, carefully read the operating instructions. On board the vessel there should be
appropriate security equipment depending on the type of vessel, the features of its use and weather conditions.
The crew should be familiar with the use of all equipment for ensuring safety and maneuvering in emergency situations.
A recommended list of security equipment is given below:
- life jackets
- anchor
- manual bailing device for removing water from the boat
(bucket, hand pump)
- oars and boat hook
- day-and-night visual distress signal
- first aid kit
- waterproof flashlight
- set of local navigation charts
- whistle or non-electric horn
- mooring and towing ropes
- tool kit
- portable AM/FM radio or weather radio
- means of communication with emergency rescue services
- means of reboarding
- fire extinguisher
You must understand that it is your responsibility to keep safety equipment in proper condition.
PLEASE KEEP THIS OWNER’S MANUAL IN A SECURE PLACE, AND HAND IT OVER TO THE NEW OWNER WHEN
YOU SELL THE CRAFT.

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CE CERTIFICATION.
The CE marking indicates that the boat meets the requirements of the Recreational Craft Directive 2013/53/EU with
design category, as marked on the builder's plate.
To use the boat for another purpose (commercial, professional or other), certification of the relevant authorities for these
purposes is required.
Certifying Body:
Name of Manufacture: BRIG Ltd.
88 Lozivska str. Dergachy 62303
317 Shevchenko str. Kharkiv 61033
UKRAINE
www.brigboats.com
Explanations of design categories are given below:
Design Category A: This craft is designed to operate in winds that may exceed wind force 8 (Beaufort scale) and in
significant wave heights of 4 m and above (see Note below), and is largely self-sufficient. Abnormal conditions such as
hurricanes are excluded. Such conditions may be encountered on extended voyages, for example across oceans, or
inshore when unsheltered from the wind and waves for several hundred nautical miles.
Design Category B: This craft is designed to operate in winds up to Beaufort force 8 and the associated wave heights
(significant wave height up to 4 m, see Note below). Such conditions may be encountered on offshore voyages of
sufficient length, or on coastal waters when unsheltered from the wind and waves for several dozens of nautical miles.
These conditions may also be experienced on inland seas of sufficient size for the wave height to be generated.
Design Category C: This craft is designed to operate in winds up to Beaufort force 6 and the associated wave heights
(significant wave height up to 2 m, see Note below). Such conditions may be encountered in exposed inland waters, in
estuaries, and in coastal waters in moderate weather conditions.

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Design Category D: This craft is designed to operate in winds up to Beaufort force 4 and the associated wave heights
(occasional maximum waves of 0,5 m height). Such conditions may be encountered in sheltered inland waters, and in
coastal waters in fine weather.
NOTE : The significant wave height is the mean height of the highest one-third of the waves, which approximately
corresponds to the wave height estimated by an experienced observer. Some waves will be double this height.
BEAUFORT Wind Scale and Corresponding State of the Sea
Beaufort
Number Denomination Wind speed in Knots Wind speed in m/sec State of the sea Significant wave height in meters
0 Calm <1 0-0.2 Calm 0
1 Light Air 1-3 0.3-1.5 Calm 0
2 Light Breeze 4-6 1.6-3.3 Almost calm 0.2
3 Gentle Breeze 7-10 3.4-5.4 Almost calm 0.2
4 Moderate Breeze 11-16 5.5-7.9 Small waves 0.5
5 Strong Breeze 17-21 8.0-10.7 Large waves 1.25
6 Fresh Wind 22-27 10.8-13.8 Large waves 2.0
7 Strong Wind 28-33 13.9-17.1 Very large waves 2.5
8 Gale 34-40 17.2-20.7 Rough sea 4
9 Strong Gale 41-47 20.8-24.4 Very rough sea 6
10 Storm 48-55 24.5-28.4 Heavy 9
11 Violent Storm 56-63 28.5-32.6 Very heavy 14
12 Hurricane 64 and over 32 and over Stormy 14 and over

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IDENTIFICATION PLATES.
It is fundamental for the plates to be aboard the boat, since they are only form of recognition and identification.
Without them the boat does not comply with the legislation in effect. The plates must never be removed. Any
tampering or removal not authorised by the manufacturer is the full responsibility of the owner.
Builder’s plate. Installed on the hull of the boat near the stern seat.
1 - Manufacturer’s name and contact address of the manufacturer
2 - Model name
3 - Maximum recommended load (including mass of the persons and cargo onboard, but excluding mass of the
max motor(s), the mass of the contents of fixed fuel and water tanks when full)
4 - Maximum mass of the outboard(s) including controls and batteries
5 - CE mark
6 - Design Categories according to Directive 2013/53/EU
7 - Maximum recommended persons’ capacity (75 kg each)
8 - Maximum outboard(s) power rating (in kW)
9 - Nominal pressure for each inflatable buoyancy chambers

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Builder’s plate for the American market only.
1 - Maximum number of persons and their total weight based on 165 lbs each
2 - Maximum load capacity (total weight on board including persons, motor(s), gear),
when the fuel and water tanks are full
3 - Maximum motor(s) power
4 - Model name
5 - Nominal pressure for each inflatable buoyancy chambers
Plate with identification number. Installed on the hull of the boat, on the transom side, starboard side.
UA-QRK12345A021
«UA» - manufacturer country code
«QRK» - Manufacturer Identification Code (MIC)
«12345» - boat serial number
«A021» - boat production date

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TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS .
Model name Navigator 24
Design Categories according to Directive 2013/53/EU C
Length (without engine) 7.30 m
Beam 2.80 m
Height (without / with T-Top) 2.07 / 2.72 m
Inflatable tube diameter, max. 0.58 m
Cockpit dimensions ( length X width ) 5.60 x 1.60 m
Deadrise on transom / in middle section 22° / 23°
Transom height 635 mm
Number of separate inflatable buoyancy chambers 5
Nominal pressure for each inflatable buoyancy chambers 0.2 bar (2.9psi)
Maximum number of persons (75kg each) 10
Engine:
Recommended motor(s) power 200HP (149kW)
Maximum motor(s) power 250HP (187kW)
Maximum motor(s) weight (including controls and batteries) 560 kg
Motor(s) shaft length 1 x 25” or 2 x 20”
Weight parameters:
Weight of empty boat (with steering console, with seats, without motor,
without fuel) 1070 kg
Weight of boat with max.equipment from manufacturer without motor 1155 kg
Displacement in Light Craft Condition (LCC) 1660 kg
Maximum total load (ML) (total mass of the liquids in tanks, mass of the
persons and cargo onboard) 1200 kg
Maximum recommended load (including mass of the persons and cargo
onboard, but excluding mass of the max motor(s), the mass of the
contents of fixed fuel, water tanks when full) 905 kg
Loaded displacement mass (LDC) 2860 kg

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Weight sheet (kg).
Empty boat : 1020
Basic equipment envisaged in the standard version by the manufacturer: 50
Mass of the maximum outboard motor(s) recommended by the builders: 560
Security equipment: fire fitting equipment, security material (without life raft),
warning signals, flags, radio VHP mobile phone. 30
Displacement in Light Craft Condition: LCC = 1660
Total mass of passengers (10persons), 75 kg per body: 750
Consumables fuel, oil at the maximal tank capacity: 250
Consumables fresh water at the maximal tank capacity: 45
Alimentation, additional equipment and load if applicable: 5
Optional equipment (T-Top, Arch): 85
Life rafts : 65
Maximum total load: ML = 1200
Loaded displacement mass: LDC = LCC + ML
LDC = 2860
All indicated dimension have a tolerance of +/- 3%, the indicated weight parameters have a tolerance of +/- 5%.
When loading the boat, never exceed the maximum recommended load. Always load the boat carefully and
distribute loads appropriately to maintain design trim (approximately level). Avoid placing heavy weights high up.
You must be sure that you clearly and unambiguously understand the meaning of all parameters of the boat.
Contact your BRIG dealer for clarification.

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MAIN DIMENSIONS.
The dimensions of the Navigator24 comply
with the data specified in the Fig.1.
All dimension measurements indicated have
a tolerance of +/- 3%.
The length of the boat with the motor is
shown conditionally. It can vary depending
on the angle of the motor deflection.
Length (without motor): A = 7.30m
Length (with motor): A1 = 8.0m
Beam: B = 2.8m
Max.height with T-Top: H1 = 2.72m
Max.height with console: H2 = 2.07m
Max.height with tube: H3 = 1.3m
Max.height with arch: H4 = 1.75m
Fig.1

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BOAT GENERAL VIEW.
On the Fig.2 you can see the maximum installed equipment for the Navigator24, which may differ from the configuration of
your boat.
Fig.2

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Fig.2
1- buoyancy tube
2- bow cleat
3- bow lifting eyes
4- navigation lights
5- main battery switches
6- driver’s seat
7- T-top
8- back seat
9- all round white navigation light
10- stern seats
11- arch
12- stern cleats
13- aft lifting eyes
14- anchor with electric windlass
15- rigid hull
16- anchor compartment
17- water-ski tow hook
18- deck locker
19- handles
20- steering console
21- inflate valves
22- fuel tank 340L
23- side plates on the tube
24- fresh water tank
25- battery box
26- fresh water pump
28- stern lockers
29- bilge pumps
30- rear platforms
31- inspection hutches
32- foldable ladder
33- bow tow eyes
34- neck for fresh water fill
35- drain plug
36- сockpit drain sockets
37- neck for fuel fill and fuel tank vent
38- handrail
39- steering pump/steering wheel

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CREW LIMIT.
The number of persons ondoard is limited. The maximum possible number of persons is indicated in the technical data
and on the builder's plate.
Always check that the each person onboard are sitting in the designated seating area. On the picture (Fig.3) you can see
the recommended location of the crew onboard. All persons should always use the handholds to avoid falling overboard.
Fig.3
Person indicated in the Fig.3 as “H”, must use the handle under the seat.
Person "K" can be placed on the buoyancy tube in designated seating area. Persons sitting on the tube should always
use two handholds at the same time so as not to fall overboard.

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Before using the seats for persons ”G”, “H”, “J” check the reliability of closing the locks of the seats.
Unclosed locks can result in personal injury and / or damage to the seats.
Never exceed the crew limit.
Always check the correct and safe accommodation of persons onboard.
Reduce speed when persons are sitting on the buoyancy tube.
Periodically check the handholds.
There should be no damage on the handholds and their fixation.
Defective handholds can cause injury.

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BUOYANCY TUBE .
The buoyancy tube is made of HYPALON (Du Pont registered trademark) coated fabric or PVC coated fabric.
The buoyancy tube of the boat has of five independent airtight compartments. Each compartment has an inflation valve.
You can see the valve design on the Fig.4.
INFLATION / DEFLATION OF THE BUOYANCY TUBE.
Before inflation it's necessary to set all valves in operating condition. For it open the valve cap 1 (Fig.4), press
spindle 4 (Fig.4) with your finger and rotate it clockwise until the spindle will be fixed in upper position.
Fill the tube with air using the pump from the complete set. First fill two rear compartments, next two middle
compartments. However, do not increase the pressure up to its nominal value (the tube will be completely straightened).
After that, fill the front compartment up to the nominal pressure. The nominal pressure value is 0.2 bar (2.9 psi). Fill the
remaining compartments with air to the nominal pressure. Having completed filling, close the valves caps 1 (Fig.4).
In order to discharge air from the tube compartments, open the valve cap, press spindle 4 (Fig. 4) with your finger
and rotate it anticlockwise until the spindle will be fixed in lower position.
Fig.4
Inflation valve.
1 – cap
2 – valve body
3 – tube material
4 – spindle
5 – S.S. spring

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Do not use compressors and / or other types of equipment not approved for inflating the boat tube.
The rated pressure value is 0.2 bar (2.9 psi).
Check the tube pressure before every navigation.
Note that when the tube is heated by sunlight, the pressure can increase significantly.
If the tube pressure more than nominal, deflate the tube slightly.
Boat exploitation with pressure more / less than nominal may damage the tube.
Be careful when mooring or navigating near rocky shores.
Tube can be damaged with sharp objects.
Always have on board the means for repairing the punctures and small cuts of the tube.
SERVICING.
The buoyancy tube needs minimal maintenance.
Regularly inspect the tube for damage, abrasions, scoring. If such is found, immediately repair the damage with the help
of qualified specialists.
Avoid spilling gasoline, oil, chlorine-based detergents, solvent cleaners and other aggressive fluids on the tube and
inflation valves. If this happens, immediately rinse the tube with clean water using a soft sponge.
Do not allow dirt or marine growths on the tube. Wash the tube with clean water or use only certified detergents.

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STEERING CONSOLE .
You can see the main components of the steering console in Fig.5
Fig.5
1- console body
2- front hatch with lock
3- inlet ventilation of the fuel tank
compartment
4- electric horn
5- front handles
6- windscreen
7- niche with main switches ( battery
disconnectors)
8- outer neck for fuel fill and fuel
tank vent
9- ventilation hole of the inner console
compartment
10- steering wheel, engine remote
control
11- handrail
12- navigation lights
13- footstep
14- glove box, USB and 12V sockets
15- dashboard
16- windlass control switch
17- compass
18- panel with switches:
a- horn
b- navigation lights (red and
green)
c- anchor light (white all-round)
d- e- bilge pump 1(manual and
auto mode)
f- g- bilge pump 2 (manual and
auto mode)
h- shower pump (fresh water)
i- deck lights
j- auxiliary switch

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SERVICING.
The steering console needs minimal maintenance.
Regularly inspect the console body and windscreen for damage, abrasions, scoring. If such is found, immediately repair
the damage with the help of qualified specialists.
Avoid spilling gasoline, oil, chlorine-based detergents, solvent cleaners and other aggressive fluids on the windscreen.
If this happens, immediately rinse the windscreen with clean water using a soft sponge.
The windshield is made of acrylic plastic. Wash the windscreen with clean water or use only certified detergents.
Chips and / or cracked windscreen can cause injuries.
A clean windscreen gives you good field of vision from the helm position.
Always lock the front hatch when the boat is in motion. An open hatch can cause injury.
Do not dispose bulky objects in front of the venting holes.
Do not obstruct venting holes at any time.
Never locate heavy objects on the venting hoses. It will be cause of bucking, distortions and damages.

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DRIVER’S SEAT and CUSHIONS .
You can see the main components of the driver’s seat in Fig.6
The front seats (1) can be used in two positions: as a seat and as a bolster.
Fig.6
1- front seats / bolster
2- seat body
3- backrest
4- handhold
5- rear seat
6- rear backrest
7- seat mounting bolts
SERVICING.
The seat body is made of aluminum tubes with a special anti-corrosion coating. To prolong the lifespan of your seat,
regularly inspect the seat body and handrails for damage, abrasion and scoring. If found, contact qualified personnel to
repair the damage.
Do not spill gasoline, oil, chlorine-based detergents, solvent-based cleaners, or other corrosive liquids on the seat body.