DE WIT WORKBOATS Esquire 35 User manual

OWNER’S MANUAL
Esquire 35

1 Overboard bathroom sink 13 Bilge pump aft overboard (2)
2 Heater exhaust 14 Air-conditioning cooling water pump overboard
3 Black water tank vent 15 alley sink drain overboard
4 Fuel tank vent PS 16 Stove exhaust
5 Shower drain pump overboard 17 Engines
6 Bilge pump fwd overboard (1) 18 Fuel tank
7 Cockpit drain 19 Webasto heater
8 Engine compartment air intake PS 20 Black water tank
9 Engine compartment air intake SB 21 Airconditioning
10 Cockpit drain 22 Potable water tank
11 Fuel tank vent SB 23 Fresh water pump
12 Potable water tank vent 24 Boiler (calorifier)
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25 Fuel filling point 35 Start battery main swithes
26 Black water emtying point 36 Service battery main switch + fuse box
27 Fuel filling point 37 220V combi gamma switchbox
28 Potable Water filling point 38 220V shore power switchbox
29 Emergency fuel shot-off 39 Combi amma inverter/charger
30 Cabin air vent 40 Seacock black water overboard
31 Escape hatch Owners cabin 41 Seacock air-conditioning cooling water pump intake
32 Start batteries 42 Bilge pump fwd (1)
33 Service batteries 43 Fire extinguisher
34 Bilge pump aft (2) 44 Shower drain pump
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TABLE OF CONTENTS:
1 INTRODUCTION 1
2 SAFETY ALERTS 2
3 GENERAL INFORMATION AND BOAT DATA 3
3.1 B OAT DATA ................................................................................................................... 3
3.2 C ERTIFICATION AND BUILDER ’ S PLATE .................................................................................... 4
3.3 C RAFT D ESI N C ATE ORY ................................................................................................. 4
3.4 C RAFT I DENTIFICATION N UMBER .......................................................................................... 4
3.5 M AXIMUM NUMBER OF PERSONS ........................................................................................... 4
3.6 M AXIMUM LOAD .............................................................................................................. 4
3.7 R ESPECT FOR ENVIRONMENT ............................................................................................... 5
4 SAFE HANDLING AND OPERATION 6
4.1 L EAVIN THE CRAFT UNATTENDED AND RE - ENTERIN . ................................................................. 6
4.2 B OAT LOADIN .............................................................................................................. 7
4.3 P RE - DEPARTURE CHECKLIST ............................................................................................... 7
4.4 C HECKS DURIN AND AFTER OPERATION ................................................................................. 8
4.5 V ISIBILITY .................................................................................................................... 8
4.6 P REVENTION FROM FALLIN OVERBOARD ................................................................................. 8
4.7 M AN OVERBOARD ............................................................................................................ 9
4.8 A NCHORIN AND MOORIN AND TOWIN ................................................................................ 9
4.9 F UELLIN ................................................................................................................... 11
4.10 L IFTIN ................................................................................................................... 12
5 BOAT FEATURES AND SYSTEMS 13
5.1 F UEL SYSTEM ............................................................................................................... 13
5.2 P ROPULSION EN INES .................................................................................................... 13
5.3 C OOLIN AND EXHAUST SYSTEM ........................................................................................ 14
5.4 S TEERIN SYSTEM ......................................................................................................... 14
5.5 D OCKIN SYSTEM ......................................................................................................... 14
5.6 E LECTRICAL SYSTEM ...................................................................................................... 15
5.7 N AVI ATIONAL EQUIPMENT .............................................................................................. 21
5.8 W ATER SYSTEMS .......................................................................................................... 22
5.9 ALLEY AND COMFORT .................................................................................................... 23
5.10 A IR - CONDITIONIN AND HEATIN SYSTEMS ......................................................................... 23
6 FLOODING AND STABILITY 25
6.1 O PENIN S IN THE HULL ................................................................................................... 25
6.2 S TABILITY AND BUOYANCY ............................................................................................... 25
7 SAFETY AND EQUIPMENT 26
7.1 B IL E PUMP SYSTEM ...................................................................................................... 26
7.2 R EQUIRED SAFETY EQUIPMENT ........................................................................................... 26
7.3 R ECOMMENDED SAFETY EQUIPMENT FOR BOATIN OFFSHORE :...................................................... 26
7.4 L IFE JACKETS .............................................................................................................. 27
7.5 L IFE RAFT ................................................................................................................... 27
7.6 F IRE FI HTIN EQUIPMENT ............................................................................................... 27
8 MAINTANANCE 28
8.1 S ALT WATER WORROSION ................................................................................................ 28
8.2 C LEANIN .................................................................................................................. 28
8.3 B OTTOM MAINTANANCE ................................................................................................... 28
8.4 U PHOLSTERY ............................................................................................................... 28
8.5 B IL E AND PUMP .......................................................................................................... 28
8.6 A CRYLIC SURFACES ....................................................................................................... 29
8.7 S TAINLESS STEEL .......................................................................................................... 29
8.8 E STHEC ® COMPOSITE DECKIN ......................................................................................... 29
8.9 T OILET ...................................................................................................................... 29

8.10 B LACK WATER TANK ..................................................................................................... 29
8.11 ALVANIC CORROSION .................................................................................................. 30
8.12 W INTER STORA E ....................................................................................................... 30
8.13 I NSPECTION .............................................................................................................. 30
9 ENVIRONMENTAL CONSIDERATIONS 31
9.1 M ARPOL TREATY ........................................................................................................... 31
9.2 F UEL AND OIL SPILLA E .................................................................................................. 31
9.3 D ISCHAR E AND DISPOSAL OF WASTE .................................................................................. 31
9.4 E XCESSIVE N OISE ......................................................................................................... 31
9.5 E XHAUST E MISSIONS ..................................................................................................... 31
9.6 P AINTS ...................................................................................................................... 31
9.7 C LEANIN A ENTS ........................................................................................................ 32
10 LIST OF MANUFACTURER MANUALS 33
11 DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY 34

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DE WIT BROS Version: 2 1 of 42
1 INTRODUCTION
This 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 of 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. A national sailing federation or
yacht club should be pleased to advise you of local sea schools, or competent
instructors.
Ensure that the anticipated wind and sea conditions will correspond to the design
category of your craft, and that you and your crew are able to handle the craft in
these conditions.
Even when your boat is categorized for them, the sea and wind conditions
corresponding to the design categories A, B and C range from severe storm
conditions for category A, to strong conditions for the top of category C, are open to
the hazards of a freak wave or gust. These are therefore dangerous conditions, where
only a competent, fit and trained crew using a well maintained craft can satisfactorily
operate.
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. If a maintenance
manual is provided, use it for the craft's maintenance.
Always use trained and competent people for maintenance, fixing or modifications.
Modifications that may affect the safety characteristics of the craft should 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 authorizations 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 or in a way not compatible with safe boating guidelines. Always adjust the
speed and direction of the craft according to sea conditions.
If your craft is fitted with a life raft, carefully read its operating manual. The craft
should have onboard the appropriate safety equipment (lifejackets, harness, etc.)
according to the type of craft, weather conditions, etc. This equipment is mandatory
in most countries. The crew should be familiar with the use of all safety equipment
and emergency manoeuvring (man overboard recovery, towing, etc.); sailing schools
and clubs regularly organize drill sessions.
All persons should wear a suitable buoyancy aid (life jacket/personal floatation
device) when on deck. Note that, in some countries, it is a legal requirement to wear
a buoyancy aid that complies with their national regulations at all times.
PLEASE KEEP THIS MANUAL IN A SECURE PLACE, AND HAND IT OVER
TO THE NEW OWNER IN THE CASE OF THE CRAFT BEING
SOLD/RENTED-OUT

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2 SAFETY ALERTS
Throughout this manual, specific precautions and symbols identify safety-related
information. There are four types of alerts that may be used separately or together to
convey the information:
DANGER
Denotes that an extreme
intrinsic hazard exists which
would result in high probability
of death or irreparable injury if
proper precautions are not
taken.
WARNING
Denotes that a hazard exists
which can result in injury or
death if proper precautions are
not taken.
CAUTION
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.
NOTICE
Used to address practices and
information not related to
personal injury

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3 GENERAL INFORMATION AND BOAT DATA
3 1 Boat data
General
Manufacturer DE WIT BROS [-]
Address Polsleatwei 5 [-]
ZIP code 8491 EK [-]
City Akkrum [-]
Country The Netherlands [-]
Build Number ES001 [-]
CIN NL-DWWES001A313 [-]
Design Category C – Coastal waters [-]
Crew limit 6 [-]
Cruising Speed 30 [kn]
Dimensions and masses
Length over all 10.71 [m]
Beam over all 2,62 [m]
Draft (fully loaded) 1.22 [m]
Air draught 1.68 [m]
Maximum load 1650 [kg]
Light Ship Weight 5673 [kg]
Engine, gearbox and propeller
Engine make Volvo Penta [-]
Engine model number D3 220 Aquamatic [-]
Crankshaft power 162 [kW]
Propeller shaft power 154 [kW]
Engine serial number SB 1230452 [-]
Engine serial number PS 1230449 [-]
ear drive type 1.78 DPS - B [-]
ear drive serial number SB A209349 [-]
ear drive serial number PS A209347 [-]
Accessories
Fuel tank capacity 2 x 336 [l]
Engine coolant type Volvo Penta Coolant, ready Mixed [-]
ear drive oil type API L5 synthetic [-]
Start battery size 2 x 128 [Ah]
Service battery size 856 [Ah]

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3 2 Certification and builder’s plate
This craft has been assessed to be in compliance with the relevant
parts of the Recrea ional Craf Direc ive 94/95/EC as amended by
2003/44/EC of the European Parliament. The CE mark means your
craft meets all current In erna ional Organiza ion for S andardiza ion
(ISO) standards and directives in effect at the time of manufacture.
The CE Mark is displayed on the builder’s plate. The builder’s plate is located near the
dashboard.
The accompanying Declaration of Conformity is included with this manual as an
appendix.
3 3 Craft Design Category
The Esquire 35 complies with the requirements of
Design Category C:
INSHORE Ca egory C - Craf designed o opera e in
winds up o Beaufor force 6 and he associa ed wave
heigh s and significan wave heigh s up o 2m. Such as
condi ions may be encoun ered in exposed inland
wa ers, in es uaries and in coas al wa ers in modera e
wea her condi ions
3 4 Craft Identification Number
The Craft Identification Number (CIN) is located near the upper starboard corner of
the transom on the outside of the boat. The CIN must remain clearly visible and may
not be removed, altered or tampered with in any way.
3 5 Maximum number of persons
The manufacturer’s recommended maximum number
of persons is considered the number of persons for
which the boat has successfully passed the
requirements for freeboard, stability and flotation, and
for which seating and standing space is assigned. The
maximum number of persons limit is identified on the
craft’s builder’s plate on the dashboard.
3 6 Maximum load
Maximum load refers to “manufacturer’s recommended
maximum load”. This shall not exceed the total load that may be added to the light
craft mass without exceeding the requirements for stability, freeboard, flotation and
seating requirements, and shall take into account the mass of the following:
The number of persons, at 75 kg each (average). If
children are part of the crew, the maximum number of
persons may be exceeded provided that each child’s
mass does not surpass a limit of 37,5kg (average) and
the total person mass is not exceeded. This means that
two children at 37,5kg can be carried as one person at
75kg.
NOTICE
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.
WARNING
OVERLOAD HAZARD
Do not exceed the maximum
recommended number of
persons.
Regardless of the number of
persons on board, the total
weight of persons and
equipment must never exceed
the maximum recommended
load. Always use the
seats/seating spaces provided.
WARNING
Never exceed the mass of
craft limit, total weight of all
persons, gear and fluid
capacities. Exceeding craft
limitations can cause sinking
or drowning resulting in death
or serious injury.

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Basic equipment. stores and cargo or dry provisions, consumable liquids, and
miscellaneous equipment not included in the light craft mass.
3 7 Respect for environment
3 7 1 Noise emissions
Laws and regulations are in force in some countries limiting noise and exhaust
emission from recreational craft and engines in order to protect human health, the
environment and, where appropriate, domestic animal health. For recreational crafts
with an inboard engine or stern drive engine with or without integral exhaust, it is
necessary to maintain the craft and exhaust system in the condition that is
recommended by the engine manufacturer. This will ensure compliance with specific
noise limit values when in normal use.
See he Engine Opera or’s Manual for specific informa ion on noise limi
values.
3 7 2 Exhaust emissions
You are responsible for the exhaust emissions from your boat. Increased exhaust (ex-
hydrocarbon) emissions, which are regulated by the EPA, pollute the water and air.
Additional restrictions may apply and vary per country.
See he Engine Opera or’s Manual for specific informa ion on exhaus limi
values.
3 7 3 Waste
The discharge of any type of debris or waste into the water including, but not limited
to, food, garbage, oil, fuel, liquids and human waste, is highly restricted and
sometimes considered unlawful. Authorities recommend that you never discharge any
of these types of waste into the water.
Pollution is a serious matter, and law enforcement authorities highly enforce these
regulations. As a boat operator, you are responsible for your actions affecting the
environment.
Item Mass
Unit
Maximum Number of Persons (6 x 75 kg) 450
[kg]
Basic Equipment 67
[kg]
Stores and Cargo 150
[kg]
Consumable Liquids in portable tanks 49
[kg]
Consumable Liquids in permanently installed tanks
Fresh water 170
[kg]
Fuel 676
[kg]
Waste water 88
[kg]
Maximum Load 1650
[kg]

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4 SAFE HANDLING AND OPERATION
The following basic boat manoeuvring and operation principles do not cover all
conditions or situations you may encounter during operation.
Always advise all crew members and passengers on board of your steering, stopping
and accelerating intentions to avoid personal injury or even death.
See he Engine Opera or’s Manual for ins ruc ions on s ar ing and opera ing
he engine, adjus men s and main enance.
See he Engine Opera or’s Manual for ins ruc ions on use of he Volvo Docking
sys em.
You should thoroughly understand your boat’s equipment and controls in order to
drive and control your boat in at all speeds and in all conditions.
4 1 Leaving the craft unattended and re-entering
The Esquire is equipped with a number of systems that shouldn’t be left unattended
for a long time. The boat should be manned while electrical systems are in use and
water systems are pressurized. Although leaving the boat is not considering small
visits to the shore during the stay on board, air conditioning or heating should never
be in use while there is nobody on board.
Therefore this manual will give a description on how to make your boat ready to be
unmanned and what to start up as you enter the craft.
4 1 1 Preparations for leaving the craft unattended
•Make sure the boat is properly moored to the quayside or dock according
proper seamanship for all kind of weather types whether it is forecasted or not.
•Notify the marina that you intend to leave the boat unmanned for a certain
period of time.
•Water pumps should be switched off.
•Make sure the air-conditioning, heater and stove are properly switched off
according the manufacturers manual.
•Switch off the engine start battery switches.
•Make sure all lights in all compartments are switched off.
•It is wise to give the toilet a clean to avoid unpleasant surprises on your return.
•To make sure everything is in good shape for the next visit, the shower drain
tank and pump should be cleaned.
•As the fuel oil supply valves are using electricity while open, the “emergency
fuel switch” on the dashboard should be operated to close the valves. Operate
this switch by opening the red cap and flick the switch forward.
•It is recommended not to leave the boat on shore power whilst unattended but
you might be able to come to some type of agreement with the marina to keep
the connection open in order to keep the batteries fully charged.
•If the shore power stays on, the electric heating of the boiler should be
switched off by using its circuit breaker in the 220V shore power switchbox.
•In the case of the shore power being disconnected, the service battery should
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•Check the automatic bilge float switches as described in section 9.1.1 before
leaving the boat unattended.
•Bilge pumps should always stay on automatic operation. The aft bilge pump in
the engine compartment will always stay on even if all battery power is isolated
by the battery switches.
4 1 2 Re-entering the boat
•Switch on the “service battery” switch.
•If shore power was disconnected, connect the boat to shore power again to
charge the batteries before using any electrical equipment on board.
•Make sure all circuit breakers are in the proper position.
•Switch on the potable water pump.
•In case the boiler is switched off as the shore power was off, switch on the
boiler.
•Make sure both bilge pumps are switched on to automatic mode.
4 2 Boat loading
The safety and performance of your boat depends on
load, weight and the distribution of each. The person /
load capacity is determined by ISO 14946 – Small craf
Maximum load capaci y.
The maximum load is displayed on the builder’s plate.
•Distribute weight equally from port to starboard
and fore to aft.
•Stow and secure all loose gear in stowage areas
to prevent load shifting.
•Do not stow gear on top of safety equipment. Safety equipment must ALWAYS
be quickly accessible.
•In adverse weather, reduce the load in the boat. Person and load capacity
ratings are calculated for normal boating condition.
4 3 Pre-departure checklist
The following checks are essential to safe use of the craft and must be performed
before starting the engine and getting underway. Perform these checks every time
you operate your boat.
Never launch the boat or leave the dock if any problem is found during the pre-
departure safety check. A problem could lead to an accident during the outing,
causing severe injury or death. Have any problems corrected before proceeding.
•Check the current and forecasted weather reports, as well as wind and water
conditions.
•Make sure the operator is qualified to operate the boat and does not use drugs
or alcohol while at the helm.
•Make sure all required safety equipment is on board.
•Make sure all necessary navigational charts and maps are available and
updated.
•Always keep track of your position on an updated hard copy of the necessary
navigational charts.
•Make all passengers and crewmembers aware of the safety procedures.
•Be sure the boat is not overloaded.
•Make sure that the emergency fuel shut-off switch is not in the closed position.
•Be sure the fire extinguisher is fully charged.
WARNING
When loading the boat, never
exceed the maximum load.
Always load the boat carefully
and distribute the load evenly.
Do not place heavy loads in
high places as this can affect
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•Be sure all water has been pumped out of the bilge area.
•Be sure all required equipment is on board (mooring lines, anchor lines, tool
kit, etc.)
•Be sure you have enough fuel for the return trip.
•Check that no fuel, oil or water is leaking or has leaked into the bilge
compartment.
•Check all hoses and connections for leakage and damage.
•Check the hull for damage.
•Check that the batteries are fully charged and that the battery terminals are
clean and tight.
•Check the electrical systems and navigation lights for proper operation.
•Be sure that no person or obstacles are near the propeller.
•Check that all the required maintenance has been performed.
4 4 Checks during and after operation
•Check gauges frequently for signs and abnormal conditions.
•Check that controls operating smoothly.
•Check for excessive vibration.
4 5 Visibility
Operator vision from the helm can be obstructed by the high trim angles of the craft
and other factors caused by one or more of the
following variable conditions:
•loading and load distribution;
•speed;
•rapid acceleration;
•sea conditions;
•rain and spray;
•darkness and fog;
•Persons or movable gear in the operator's field of vision.
The International Regulations for Preventing Collisions at Sea (COLRE S) require that
a proper lookout be maintained at all times and observance of right of way.
Observance of these rules is essential.
4 6 Prevention from falling overboard
The foredeck is protected by a guard rail. The side
decks are equipped with foot stops and a handhold rail
on the superstructure.
Always use life vests when underway at sea.
WARNING
Keep clear visibility to the front
and aft
DANGER
When underway do not
position crew members or
passengers on the foredeck

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4 7 Man overboard
The best method for avoiding a man overboard
situation is to make sure that all passengers are seated
in areas designated as occupant spaces when the craft
is underway. DO NOT allow anyone to sit in the vicinity
of a towing wire.
In the event of a man overboard situation, immediately react to the person who has
fallen overboard. Keep the victim constantly in your sight. Safely return the victim as
soon as possible. Throw the person a life jacket. Turn off the engines and help the
person into the craft with use of the ladder on the transom.
4 8 Anchoring and mooring and towing
See he Maxwell anchor manual for manufac urers’ ins ruc ions on he safe
use of he anchor winch.
A 15 kg Bruce anchor is available with an electrical
anchor winch located on the foredeck. It is operable
from the dashboard by switching on the Anchor switch.
After that the winch is operable with the Maxwell
anchor winch panel.
At all times, the anchor winch is operable from the
foredeck. It is recommended to operate the anchor winch from the foredeck since
there is better visual control. Also the manual chain stopper can only be operated
from the foredeck.
Helpful guidelines when anchoring:
•Head the boat into the wind or current over the
spot where you want to lower the anchor.
•Stop the boat before lowering the anchor.
•Slowly lower the anchor until it hits bottom.
•Allow the boat to back away keeping tension on
the line.
•Release at least 6 or 7 times as much line as the
depth of the water. Firmly pull the line to make
sure the anchor is holding.
•Tie the line to the closest bollard on deck.
•Never leave the full tension of the line on the
anchor winch
•Occasionally check your position against the
shoreline or navigational equipment. If the
anchor is dragging and the boat is drifting, reset
the anchor.
Helpful guidelines when pulling in he anchor:
•Start the engine.
•If necessary, move forward until enough tension is off the anchor line to allow
for retrieval of the anchor. Avoid running over the anchor line; retrieve the line
as you approach the anchor.
•Once the anchor line is straight up and down, lift the anchor from the bottom.
•If the anchor is stuck, attach the anchor line to the bow bollard so that it is
tight. The up and down motion of the bow from wave action may loosen the
WARNING
Turn off the engines while re-
boarding from the water
NOTICE
Operate the anchor winch
from the foredeck for better
vision and safe operation
CAUTION
Check with local authorities for
additional regulations and
restrictions
NOTICE
Never leave the tension of the
anchor line on the winch
CAUTION
Occasionally check your
position against the shoreline
or navigational equipment

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anchor from the bottom. If the anchor remains stuck, let out a few more
meters of line and attach it to the bow bollard. While keeping tension on the
line, slowly manoeuvre the boat around the anchor to help loosen it. Avoid
running over the anchor line.
•Always stow and secure the anchor and line before departing.
4 8 2 Mooring
Helpful guidelines when mooring:
•Each mooring line should be of appropriate strength, material and type to
safely secure the boat when moored.
•Each mooring line should be longer than the length of the boat.
•Use bow and stern mooring lines, as well as spring lines, for additional security.
•Never attach a mooring line to a point or part of the boat that is not designed
to withstand the stress and the weight of the boat.
4 8 3 Towing
The designated strong points for towing or being towed are the two front bollards and
the aft bollards.
Follow these guidelines when towing or being towed.
•Use extreme caution when throwing weighted lines to a boat. When in rough
seas, use a light throwing line with a weight secured on the towing end and a
heavier towing line secured to the other end.
•Never attempt to tow a boat larger or heavier
than your own.
•Never attempt to tow a grounded, damaged or
capsized boat.
•Use a tow line that is rated at least four times
the gross weight of the boat being towed.
•Make sure tow lines are in good condition and
are free of damage, cuts or abrasions.
•Attach a tow line to a strong point of the
disabled boat.
•Attach the tow line to the aft bollard in the cockpit.
•Leave at least two boat lengths between the
boats for adequate movement.
•Never allow anyone to be in line with the tow
line. If the line should break or pull free,
dangerous recoil could occur, resulting in severe
injury or death to anyone in its path.
•Adjust the tow line to match wave action. Keep the boats on the crest or in the
through of the waves at the same time. In protected, calm waters shorten the
line for better handling.
•Tow at moderate speed, allowing for adverse wind and wave conditions.
•Have the operator of the towed boat steer with you if possible.
•Have a person watch the towed boat and, if necessary, be available to signal
the operator of the towed boat.
Check with local authorities prior to towing for additional regulations and restrictions
on towing other boats or equipment.
DANGER
Use extreme caution when
using tow lines and when
connecting tow lines to
bollards. Death or serious
injury could occur if lines fail
while under extreme tension
DANGER
Do not allow anyone in the
vicinity of a towing wire

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4 9 Fuelling
Close all doors, windows, hatches and ports that
could allow fuel vapours to enter the craft’s
enclosed spaces. DO NOT overfill the fuel tanks.
Allow for at least a 2% expansion of fuel when
refuelling. If the fuel temperature is 0°C (32°F) or
lower, allow at least 6% for expansion of fuel.
The first time you fill the craft’s fuel tank(s) and
after each refuelling thereafter; check the entire
fuel system for leaks and/or damaged parts.
Leaks and/or damaged parts must be repaired and
the area ventilated to remove explosive fumes.
Read and follow ALL warnings on the pump or in
the vicinity of the pump.
If fire occurs, DO NOT panic!
•DO NOT remove the nozzle from the
gas tank
•Evacuate all passengers from the craft
and refuelling area and immediately
tell the station attendant so they can use the emergency shut-off and
fire extinguisher
The fuel fillers are located on starboard side and portside in the side decks. The tanks
are connected by a cross-over pipeline. Depending on the flow-rate of the fuel station
it may take some time for both tanks to level.
To preven unwarran ed engine damage, see your Engine Opera or’s Manual
for manufac urer-recommended fuel and oil specifica ions.
When fuelling, observe the following:
•Have a proper and charged extinguisher ready.
•Secure the boat to the dock.
•Stop the engines.
•Never smoke or allow open flames or sparks
within 15 meters of the fuelling area.
•To avoid spills, check how much fuel is already
in the tank before adding fuel. Wipe up any
spills immediately.
•Be sure the fuel tank crossover shut off valves are in open position.
•Maintain contact between the fuel nozzle and the fill pipe at all times, before
and during refuelling, to prevent an electrostatic spark.
•DO NOT re-enter your craft during refuelling. etting in and out of your craft
might build up a static charge that could ignite the fumes at the fill pipe.
•Always fill the tank slowly.
•Never overfill the tanks.
•Monitor the fuel level display on the dashboard.
•Use only fuel approved by the engine manufacturer.
•Check for fuel leaks.
•If you are unable to pump fuel at a reasonable speed, check the fuel tank vents
for restrictions.
•Close the fill cap(s) securely.
WARNING
FIRE/EXPLOSION HAZARD!
Fuel vapours are explosive to open
flame or spark resulting in death or
serious injury.
•Stop all engines, motors and
fans before refuelling.
•DO NOT smoke or allow
open flames or sparks
nearby, within 15m (50ft),
of the fuelling area.
•Maintain contact between
the fuel nozzle and the fuel
tank to prevent electrostatic
spark.
NOTICE
Have second person closely
monitor the fuel level in both
tanks during filling. Make sure
the level is equal.

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•Wipe up any spilled fuel completely. Dispose of the rags properly.
4 10 Lifting
Only qualified and experienced persons should attempt to lift or hoist the boat. This
procedure requires special equipment and experience.
If the boat is lifted or hoisted from the water using
lifting cables, follow these guidelines:
•Attach guidelines to the bow and stern to control
movement.
•Attach the lifting cables around the hull.
•Position the lifting cables to keep lifting pressure vertical.
WARNING
Make sure the lifting cables
are certified and suitable for
the load.

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5 BOAT FEATURES AND SYSTEMS
Regularly inspect and maintain all components and systems to prevent unexpected
hazards due to worn or faulty components. Be sure to replace components and
hardware with marine grade parts. Never use automotive components. Contact the
boat manufacturer or a local professional to order parts.
5 1 Fuel system
The fuel system consists of two non-metallic fuel tanks
which are connected by a crossover located in the
engine room.
The starboard tank is connected to the stove and the
starboard engine. The port tank is connected to the
heater and the engine on portside.
The heater and stove are installed with in-line fuel filters. The heater filter is located
direct next to the port side engine fuel filter and the stoves filter is located on top of
the starboard fuel tank behind the isolation transformer. See pictures.
Stove in-line fuel filter Webas o in-line fuel filter
The starboard engine is using fuel from the starboard tank and the port engine is
using fuel from the port tank. The heater gets its fuel from the portside tank and the
stove is connected to the starboard tank.
In case of an emergency e.g. fire; the fuel distribution to the engines can be shut off
by the red-capped emergency shut-off valve located on the dashboard.
Fuel emergency shut-off -Valves CLOSED position- Fuel emergency shut-off -Valves OPEN position-
5 2 Propulsion engines
The vessel is equipped with two 5 cylinder Volvo Pen a D3 marine diesel engines. The
engines conform to CE and EPA emissions regulations.
WARNING
Close the emergency fuel shut
off valve to stop the engine
when a fire is detected in the
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Fur her informa ion on engine ype, capaci ies, fuel and coolan ype,
roubleshoo ing and general informa ion are displayed in he Engine
Opera or’s manual.
Standard engine configuration Unit
Engine Volvo Penta [-]
Engine type D3 Aquamatic Sterndrive [-]
Cylinders 5 [-]
Fuel Diesel [-]
Power 2x220 [kW]
RPM 2500 [RPM]
5 3 Cooling and exhaust system
The engines have an internal cooling system which is
cooled with outside water. The water intakes are
located in the stern drives. The water intake filters are
located on the front sides of the engines.
The calorifier is heated by electricity and the engine cooling water. For this purpose it
is connected to the starboard engine. This is the reason why it may take a little
longer for the starboard engine to reach operating temperature.
The exhausts of the engines are also located in the stern drive units under the
waterline, providing a quiet exhaust.
For main enance check he Engine Opera or’s manual.
5 4 Steering system
The Esquire 35 is fitted with an electrical/hydraulic
steering system. This system uses an electronic signal
from the helm to control a hydraulic cylinder connected
to the stern drives.
For main enance check he Engine Opera or’s manual.
5 5 Docking system
The boat is equipped with the Volvo Pen a Joys ick docking system. It lets you move
in any direction by just pointing the joystick in the direction you want to go.
For use of he docking sys em check he Engine Opera or’s manual.
NOTICE
Check the water intake
filters regularly
NOTICE
Check the steering system
regularly for leaks and/or
damage