BRIG NAVIGATOR Series User manual

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OWNER’S MANUAL
RIGID INFLATABLE BOAT
SERIE: NAVIGATOR
MODEL: Navigator 26
Design Category: C
Directive 2013/53/EU

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CONTENTS
DANGER LEVELS
INTRODUTIONS
CE CERTIFICATION.
IDENTIFICATION PLATES.
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
MAIN DIMENSIONS.
BOAT GENERAL VIEW.
CREW LIMIT.
BUOYANCY TUBE.
STEERING CONSOLE.
DRIVER’S SEAT and CUSHIONS.
FUEL SYSTEM.
DRAIN SYSTEM.
FRESH WATER SYSTEM.
RAW WATER SYSTEM.
TOWING.
MOORING
REBOARDING MEANS
BOAT INSTALLATION ON TRAILERS
MAINTENANCE
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26
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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 licence 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.
Model name
Maximum engine power
Nominal pressure for each
inflatable buoyancy chambers
Design Categories according to
Directive 2013/53/EU
Maximum number of persons
Manufacturer’s recommended
maximum load, including the
mass of the outboard engine(s)
but excluding the mass of the
contents of fixed fuel and water
tanks when full
Plate with identification number. Installed on the hull of the boat, on the transom side, starboard side.
UA-QRK12345A000

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TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS .
The main parameters and dimensions of the Navigator 26 correspond to the data indicated below.
All indicated dimension have a tolerance of +/- 3%, the indicated weight parameters have a tolerance of +/- 5%.
Model name Navigator 26
Design Categories according to Directive 2013/53/EU C
Length (without engine) 7.98 m
Beam 2.90 m
Height (without / with T-Top) 2.20 / 2.70 m
Inflatable tube diameter, max. 0.58 m
Cockpit dimensions ( length X width ) 6.20 x 1.70 m
Deadrise on transom 22°
Deadrise in middle section 23.5°
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) 13
Engine:
Recommended engine power 300 HP (224kW)
Maximum engine(s) power 400HP (298kW)
Maximum engine(s) weight (including controls and batteries) 565 kg
Engine(s) shaft length 1 x 25” or
2 x 20”
Weight parameters:
Weight of empty boat (with steering console, with seats, without engine,
without fuel) 1200 kg
Weight of boat with max.equipments from manufacturer without engine 1300 kg
Displacement in Light Craft Condition (LCC) 1790 kg
Maximum total load (ML) (total weight of the liquids in tanks, weight of
the people and cargo onboard) 1520 kg

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Maximum recommended load (including weight of the max engine,
passengers and cargo onboard, but excluding the mass of the contents
of fixed fuel, water, waste tanks when full) 1785 kg
Loaded displacement mass (LDC) 3310 kg
Weight sheet (kg).
Empty boat : 1150
Basic equipment envisaged in the standard version by the manufacturer: 50
Mass of the maximum outboard engine recommended by the builders: 565
Security equipment: fire fitting equipment, security material (without life raft),
warning signals, flags, radio VHP mobile phone. 25
Displacement in Light Craft Condition: LCC = 1790
Total mass of passengers (13persons), 75 kg per body: 975
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: 75
Optional equipment (T-Top, Arch): 100
Life rafts : 75
Maximum total load: ML = 1520
Loaded displacement mass: LDC = LCC + ML
LDC = 3310
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.

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MAIN DIMENSIONS.
The dimensions of the Navigator 26 comply
with the data specified in the following 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 engine): A – 7.98m
Length (with engine): A1 – 8.7m
Beam: B – 2.9m
Max.height with T-Top: H1 – 2.7m
Max.height with console: H2 – 2.2m
Max.height with tube: H3 – 1.4m
Max.height with arch: H4 – 1.8m
Fig.1

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BOAT GENERAL VIEW.
On the Fig.2 you can see the maximum installed equipment for the Navigator26, 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
(removable)
10- stern seats
11- arch
12- stern cleats
13- aft lifting eyes
14- anchor with electric windlass
15- rigid hull
16- anchor compartment
17- bow locker
18- bow deck locker
19- handles
20- steering console
21- inflate valves
22- fuel tank
23- side plates on the tube
24- fresh water tank
25- deck locker
26- fresh water and raw water pumps
27- raw water faucet
28- stern lockers
29- bilge pumps
30- rear platforms
31- inspection hutches
32- foldable ladder
33- bow tow eyes
34- water-ski tow hook
35- neck for fresh water fill
36- drain plug
37- сockpit drain sockets
38- drain socket of stern locker
39- drain socket of water tank

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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.
Persons "K", "L", “M”, “N” 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 "E", "F",”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 fabrics.
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- shower pump (fresh water)
e- f- bilge pump 1(auto and
manual mode)
g- h- bilge pump 2 (auto and
manual mode)
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 fuel system in Fig.6
The front seats (Fig.6 (3)) can be used in two positions: as a seat and as a bolster.
Fig.7
1- seat body
2- ventilation hole of the inner seat compartment
3- front seats / bolster
4- backrest
5- handhold
6- ventilation hole of the inner seat compartment
7- rear hatch
8- lock of the rear hatch
9- ventilation of the fuel tank compartment
10- ventilation hose of the fuel tank compartment
11- rear seat with backrest
SERVICING.
Seat body is made from fiberglass.
Regularly inspect the seat body and handholds for damage, abrasions, scoring. If such is found, repair the damage with
the help of qualified specialists.

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Avoid spilling gasoline, oil, chlorine-based detergents, solvent cleaners and other aggressive fluids on the seat body.
In this case, immediately rinse the surface with clean water or use only certified detergents using a soft sponge.
Your boat's seat upholstery is made of marine quality coated fabrics collection SILVERTEX®. Manufacturer -
SPRADLING® company. You can find more information on the maintenance and care of this fabric on the manufacturer's
website.
Cover your boat when not in use. Shore stations allow for air flow and protection against the sun and rain and are a very
good method for long term storage.
Allow adequate venting when using a cover, to avoid trapping moisture and reduce
the effect of UV, which can damage the surfaces of the boat (carpet, upholstery, Gelcoat) over time. Refrain from stowing
wet towels, all weather gear, swimsuits, etc. inside the boat.
Cabinets and lockers should be opened, if possible, to aid in air circulation.
To avoid premature aging use only approved cleaners or a cleaner that is water based. ALWAYS RINSE ANY
CLEANING.
Most stains can be removed if caught early, and cleaned with a soft bristle brush and a cleaner like Dawn dish soap.
Create lather and lightly scrub with the brush.
Always lock the rear hatch of the seat 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 hose. It will be cause of bucking, distortions and damages.