Elan Impression 444 User manual

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OWNER’S MANUAL PREFACE
Dear ELAN owner,
We are proud you have chosen an ELAN sailing yacht and we would like to thank you for
your trust!
We wish you fair winds on the seas wherever you go….!
Your sailing yacht represents an investment for you, and we therefore hope that you will
follow our advice in order to protect its value over time.
To become fully acquainted with your ELAN sailing yacht, we suggest dedicating adequate
time to carefully reading the owner’s manual and its supplements.
In order to obtain optimum performance from your ELAN sailing yacht and to make the best
use of its advanced performance features, as well as for your personal safety, you should
carefully follow the instructions and standards set forth in this manual.
The manual describes the full equipment provided at the moment of printing. ELAN Marine
reserves the right to modify said equipment without prior notification and without the
obligation to upgrade products already built and/or sold.
Features indicated with (*) are available as optional equipment.
The ELAN boatyard works unceasingly to enhance all our sailboat models. So please bear
with us, and understand if we must reserve the right to make modifications in manufacture,
shape, equipment and technology without giving prior notification.
This manual and the data, illustrations and descriptions it contains do not constitute
grounds for making claims against the manufacturer.
ELAN, d.o.o. reserves the right to modify specifications without prior notice or obligation.
CONTACT: ELAN, d.o.o.
Nautical division
Begunje 1
SI-4275 Begunje na Gorenjskem
Slovenia
tel: + 386 4 53 51 370
fax: + 386 4 53 51 360
email: [email protected]
http: www.elan-yachts.com

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TABLE OF CONTENT
OWNER’S MANUAL PREFACE ..................................................................................................... 2
TABLE OF CONTENT.................................................................................................................... 3
1. FOREWORD ..................................................................................................................... 5
2. WARRANTY CONDITIONS OF YOUR ELAN ....................................................................... 8
3. IMPORTANT INFORMATION.......................................................................................... 11
3.1. DEGRESS OF DANGER ................................................................................................ 11
3.2. LABELS ON BOARD..................................................................................................... 11
3.3. LIABILITY OF THE OWNER/OPERATOR ...................................................................... 12
3.4. FIRE PROTECTION AND ESCAPE PLAN ....................................................................... 12
3.5. PRE-DEPARTURE CHECK LIST ..................................................................................... 13
3.6. WATER INTAKE DURING SAILING .................................................................................. 13
3.7. CLOSING UP YOUR CRAFT AFTER SAILING CHECK LIST.............................................. 14
3.8. CRAFT IDENTICATION, BUILDER’S PLATE................................................................... 14
4. TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS ......................................................................................... 15
4.1. TECHNICAL DATA ....................................................................................................... 15
4.2. DEFINITION OF DESIGN ............................................................................................. 16
4.3. MAXIMUM TOTAL LOAD............................................................................................ 16
5. GENERAL ARRANGEMENT............................................................................................. 16
5.1. DECK LAYOUT............................................................................................................. 16
5.2. INTERIOR LAYOUT...................................................................................................... 17
5.3. PROFILE...................................................................................................................... 18
6. PROPULSION SYSTEMS.................................................................................................. 19
6.1. SAILS AND MAST........................................................................................................ 19
6.2. ENGINE SYSTEM......................................................................................................... 19
6.2.1. ENGINE OPERATION ........................................................................................... 20
6.2.2. ENGINE AND PROPELLER INSTALLATION ........................................................... 21
6.2.3. FUEL SYSTEM ...................................................................................................... 21
7. SYSTEMS AND CIRCUITS ................................................................................................ 23
7.1. POSITION OF SEACOCKS AND THROUGH-HULL FITTINGS ......................................... 23
7.2. WATER SYSTEMS........................................................................................................ 24
7.2.1. FRESH WATER SYSTEM....................................................................................... 24
7.2.2. HOT WATER SYSTEM .......................................................................................... 25
7.3. SEA AND WASTE WATER SYSTEM.............................................................................. 25
7.4. BILGE WATER SYSTEM ............................................................................................... 26
7.5. GAS SYSTEM............................................................................................................... 27
7.6. ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS................................................................................................. 30
7.6.1. 12V SYSTEM........................................................................................................ 30
7.6.2. 230V SYSTEM...................................................................................................... 31
7.6.3. PHILIPPI INSTRUMENT SETUP AND SETTINGS ................................................... 32
7.7. RUDDER AND STEERING SYSTEM .............................................................................. 36
8. GARBAGE DISCHARGE ................................................................................................... 38
9. MAINTENANCE .............................................................................................................. 39
9.1. HAULAGE ................................................................................................................... 39
9.2. UNDERWATER STRUCTURE ....................................................................................... 40

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9.2.1. HULL ................................................................................................................... 40
9.2.2. PROTECTION OF TERMINALS.............................................................................. 41
9.3. HULL AND DECK ......................................................................................................... 41
9.3.1. CLEANING ........................................................................................................... 41
9.3.2. STAINS, SCRATCHES AND ABRASION ................................................................. 41
9.4. MAST, SAILS AND RIGGING........................................................................................ 42
9.5. DECK EQUIPMENT ..................................................................................................... 43
9.5.1. LIFELINES, PULPITS AND STANCHIONS............................................................... 43
9.5.2. WINCHES AND BLOCKS....................................................................................... 43
9.5.3. ANCHOR WINDLASS ........................................................................................... 43
9.5.4. TEAK.................................................................................................................... 43
9.5.5. PLEXIGLASS, PORTLIGHTS AND HATCHES .......................................................... 44
9.6. INTERIOR.................................................................................................................... 44
9.6.1. INTERIOR WOOD SURFACES............................................................................... 44
9.6.2. CUSHIONS AND CURTAINS ................................................................................. 44
9.6.3. REFRIGERATOR ................................................................................................... 44
9.6.4. COOKER .............................................................................................................. 44
9.6.5. SINK .................................................................................................................... 45
9.6.6. BILGE STRAINERS AND PUMPS........................................................................... 45
9.6.7. FUEL AND WATER TANKS ................................................................................... 45
10. WINTERISATION ............................................................................................................ 45
10.1. BLOCKING THE HULL .............................................................................................. 45
10.2. COOKER.................................................................................................................. 45
10.3. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM............................................................................................... 46
10.4. WATER SYSTEM...................................................................................................... 46
10.5. SEACOCKS............................................................................................................... 46
10.6. FUEL TANK.............................................................................................................. 46
10.7. ENGINE ................................................................................................................... 46
10.8. SAILS....................................................................................................................... 46
10.9. COVERING .............................................................................................................. 47
10.10. CUSHIONS .............................................................................................................. 47
10.11. INTERIOR ................................................................................................................ 47
11. PRODUCT END-OF-LIFE DISPOSAL................................................................................. 48
12. INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE OF INSTALLED EQUIPMENT................................................... 49
13. ANNEXES........................................................................................................................ 51
13.1. OTHER INTERIOR LAYOUTS .................................................................................... 51
13.2. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM DRAWINGS ........................................................................... 52

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1. FOREWORD
Dear sailor,
Setting sail towards distant shores and pristine ocean sunsets has always been a little boys
dream. Sailing is an act of nature: it is one of the last means to freely live your passion. We
filled this ELAN sailing yacht with passion –passion of design, traditional craftsmanship
and beauty.
We gave her passion –all you need is to give her love…
Your ELAN team
Even if everything has been planned and designed for the safety of the sailing yacht and its
users, boating is highly dependant on the weather conditions, the sea conditions, the
experience and physical shape of the crew, etc. and one can never ensure full safety.
This manual has been compiled to help you operate your sailing yacht with safety and
pleasure. It contains details of the sailing yacht; the equipment supplied or fitted, its systems
and information on its operation and maintenance. Please read it carefully, and familiarize
yourself with the sailing yacht before using it.
If this is your first sailing yacht or you are changing to a type of sailing yacht 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 sailing yacht. Your dealer, national
sailing federation or yacht club will be pleased to advise you about local sea schools or
competent instructors.
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PL LE EA AS SE E K KE EE EP P T TH HI IS S M MA AN NU UA AL L I IN N A A D DR RY Y A AN ND D S SE EC CU UR RE E P PL LA AC CE E A AN ND D H HA AN ND D I IT T O OV VE ER R
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TO O T TH HE E N NE EW W O OW WN NE ER R W WH HE EN N Y YO OU U S SE EL LL L T TH HI IS S S SA AI IL LI IN NG G Y YA AC CH HT T. .

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2. WARRANTY CONDITIONS OF YOUR ELAN
GENERAL WARRANTY CONDITION
The warranty is valid for two years, starting to run from the date of delivery and is strictly
limited, at the sole builder’s discretion, to the free replacement of repair of any parts which
have been recognized as being defective by its technical departments.
No indemnity whatsoever shall be paid in connection thereto. However by derogation at
what is said above:
The warranty is limited to one year with respect to:
boats being used for professional purposes, including but not limited to
charter, sailing schools, fishing or workboats,
boats built for competition specifically when equipped and/or conceived for
racing,
one-design boats,
parts that rapidly deteriorate due to wear and tear, including but not limited
to sails, running rigging batteries, external decorations, cushions, hull bottom
protection…,
Parts or accessories visibly bearing the trademark of another supplier only
benefit from the warranty provided by that supplier.
The costs of transporting the boat or any defective part as well as any additional related
costs due to the impossibility of using the boat and/or its equipment are to be borne
exclusively by the purchaser.
This warranty is only valid after establishing and sending of all bellow documents to ELAN QA
and AS Dept., according to the conditions specified on each of them
hand over and commissioning certificate,
control certificate after first year of use,
Cost related to handling, transportation, standing, sailing for delivery, etc… with regards to
these hand over and control are to be borne exclusively by the purchaser.
The application of this warranty prolongs the warranty period for the sole part or accessory
thus repaired or exchanged, during a period equal to the necessary time to perform the
warranty work only, provided that said work necessitates at least 7 consecutive days of
labour to be performed.
The following and potential consequences thereof are specifically excluded from the
warranty:
effects of normal wear,
gel-coat fissures, cracks or discoloration,
deterioration of parts that were replaced by maladapted parts, or from another
origin or which were modified or repaired, even partly by a shop not authorized
by the builder,
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non-observance of maintenance recommendations as described in the book
remitted with the boat, or non-compliance with the normal rules of boat
maintenance,
improper use, especially negligent, reckless, abusive or abnormal use,
participation in competitions,
negligence with regards to the use of protective measures when necessary,
an accident or disaster such as explosion, fire, storm, lightning,
transportation, riot, theft or shock.
In order to be covered by the contractual warranties set out above, the purchaser / user of
the boat must present its certificate of origin and notify his distributor / seller of any
defect(s) in writing. Notification must be detailed and precise and made within 15 days from
the day the defect discovered. Upon receipt of notice from the purchaser / user, the
distributor / seller shall then have 8 days to notify the builder. His failure to notify the
builder within 8 days shall result in his liability for the consequences of his delay.
The dealers, agents or re-sellers of the builder are not qualified to modify the above
described warranty but are authorized, for their own account and under their sole
responsibility, to grant other warranties that would in no way be under the builder’s
responsibility.
HULL DECK WARRANTY
The warranty is valid for 5 years against any manufacturing defect which is recognized as
such by the builder’s technical departments, and starts to run from the day the boat is put
into use or upon the last day of its model year at the latest, that is on August 31 of said year.
However, the warranty is limited to one year after date of first handover for boats:
being used for professional purposes, including but not limited to charter,
sailing schools, fishing or workboats,
boats built for competition specifically when equipped and/or conceived for
racing,
of one-design nature.
The warranty is strictly limited to the free repair of above-mentioned manufacturing defects,
either in the builder’s yards or by a repair shop or shipyard chosen by the builder. No
indemnity whatsoever shall be paid in this respect.
Any event which affects the structure of the boat and which is not the result of a
manufacturing defect under warranty, which may or may not have qualified for a reparation
of the hull and deck, will result in the immediate cancellation of the warranty, without
prejudice.
The costs of transportation, as well as the possible costs resulting from the loss of use of the
boat will be entirely borne by the buyer.

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The application of the warranty prolongs the warranty period on the repair works during a
period equal to the necessary time to perform the warranty-work only, provided that said
work necessitates at least 7 consecutive days of labor to be performed.
The following and potential consequences thereof are specifically excluded from the
warranty:
effects of normal wear.
gel-coat fissures, cracks or discoloration,
damage resulting from:
non-observance of maintenance recommendations as described in the book
remitted with the boat, or non-compliance with the normal rules of boat
maintenance,
improper use, especially negligent, reckless, abusive or abnormal use,
participation in competitions,
negligence with regards to the use of protective measures when necessary,
an accident or disaster such as explosion, fire, storm, lightning, transportation,
riot, theft or shock.
In order to be covered by the contractual warranties set out above, the purchaser / user of
the boat must presents its certificate of origin and notify his distributor / seller of any
defect(s) in writing. Notification must be detailed and precise and made within 15 days from
the day the defect discovered. Upon receipt of notice from the purchaser / user, the
distributor / seller shall then have 8 days to notify the builder. His failure to notify the
builder within 8 days shall result in his liability for the consequences of his delay.
The dealers, agents or re-sellers of the builder are not qualified to modify the above
described warranty but are authorized, for their own account and under their sole
responsibility, to grant other warranties that would in no way be under the builder’s
responsibility.

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3. IMPORTANT INFORMATION
3.1. DEGRESS OF DANGER
This manual used the following degrees of danger:
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 sailing
yacht or components.
3.2. LABELS ON BOARD
Figure 1

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3.3. LIABILITY OF THE OWNER/OPERATOR
Before sailing, the sailing yacht owner/operator should read this manual and familiarize
himself / herself with its contents, in particular with all the warnings relating to safe use and
emergency procedures. It is the responsibility of the owner to ensure that, when sailing, the
sailing yacht is equipped with all the (safety) equipment required under the law. The
owner/operator shall also inform all the other crew members about the proper use of the
craft and equipment and the emergency procedures.
3.4. FIRE PROTECTION AND ESCAPE PLAN
This sailing yacht is equipped with portable fire extinguishers of the following extinguishing
capacities and at the following locations: (see Fig. 2)
No.
Location
Capacity
1
Beside the companionway
1 kg
2
Starboard stowage compartment in the cockpit
1 kg
3
Under saloon seat behind mast support
1 kg
In case of need for evacuation, use the following escape routes:
Figure 2
Keep the bilges clean and check for fuel and gas vapors at regular intervals.
It is the responsibility of the sailing yacht owner/operator to:
Have the fire-fighting equipment checked at the intervals indicated on the equipment.
Replace the fire-fighting equipment if expired or discharged by devices of identical or
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Inform members of the crew about the location and operation of the fire-fighting
equipment and the location of the escape routes.
In case the fire in engine room use fire port hole located on the companionway.
Ensure that the fire-fighting equipment is readily accessible when the craft is occupied.
WARNING:
NEVER obstruct passageways to exits and hatches.
NEVER obstruct safety controls, e.g. fuel valves, gas valves, switches of
electrical system.
NEVER obstruct portable fire extinguishers stowed in lockers.
NEVER leave the craft unattended when cooking appliances are in use.
NEVER use gas light in the craft.
DO NOT modify any of the craft’s systems (especially electrical, fuel and gas).
NEVER fill the fuel tank or replace gas bottles when the engine is running or
when cooking appliances are in use.
NEVER smoke while handling fuel or gas.
DO NOT fit free hanging curtains or other fabrics in the vicinity of or above
the cookers or other open flame devices.
DO NOT store combustible material in the engine room.
3.5. PRE-DEPARTURE CHECK LIST
Close the portlights and hatches.
Check the position of all the inlet/outlet seacocks in the hull.
Open the engine cooling valve and close all the other valves; do not forget to close them
if they are used during sailing.
Switch on the main switches of the engine and other users.
Check if cooling water runs through the engine exhaust; if not, check the water pump.
Check if the bilges are clean and if the bilge pumps operate properly.
Check the navigations lights.
Check the required safety equipment.
3.6. WATER INTAKE DURING SAILING
If during sailing you notice water in the craft, stay calm and immediately check if all the
seacocks are closed and turn on the bilge pumps. Use a manual bilge pump as well to pump
the water out. Switch off the engine and close the engine cooling valve. Close the tank valves
as well. Try to find out the cause of the leak as quickly as possible. If you fail to find out the
cause and if the water level in the craft continues to rise, start evacuation procedures.
If you run aground while sailing, open the inspection covers in the saloon floor and
immediately check for any leaks at the keel screws. Through the stowage compartment
check the installation of the steering wheel as well. In case of a leak, follow the directions in
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3.7. CLOSING UP YOUR CRAFT AFTER SAILING CHECK LIST
1. Close all inlet/outlet seacocks in the hull.
2. Turn off the electrical system.
3. Turn off the gas valve on the gas bottle.
4. Switch on bilge pump (if automatic) and pump the bilge.
5. Close all the portlights and hatches.
3.8. CRAFT IDENTICATION, BUILDER’S PLATE
The sailing yacht has molded Craft Identification Number (CIN) visible on the starboard side
of the transom.
S
I
-
E
L
A
4
4
I
0
1
D
4
0
4
Country code
Manufacturer’s identification
Serial Number
Month of manufacture (letter: January = A, February = B etc.)
Year of manufacture (last numeral)
Model year
The duplicate CIN plate is fastened on inner hull structure in the starboard cockpit stowage.
The builder’s plate is readily visible, located in the cockpit, with the following information:
Manufacturer’s name.
The CE mark followed by the identification number of the notified body ("0098" for
"Germanischer Lloyd").
The design category: A B C D
The number of persons recommended by the manufacturer for which the craft is
designed to carry when underway.
Manufacturer´s recommended load.

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4. TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
4.1. TECHNICAL DATA
Boat Type
Impression 444 by Elan
Boat Class
Sailboat
Boat Design Category
A “Ocean”
CIN
SI-ELA44I_ _ _ _ _ _
Manufactured by
ELAN, d.o.o.
Begunje 1, 4275 Begunje na Gorenjskem,
Slovenia
Certification
EC Type Examination Module B+C
Certificate No.
92102
Notified body
GERMANISCHER LLOYD AG
Head office
Brooktorkai 18, D-20457 Hamburg, Germany
Length max.
13,40 m
Hull length
13,00 m
Length at waterline
11,45 m
Beam max.
4,18 m
Draft
1,90 m / 1,60 m
Air draft (incl. 1 m antenna)
19,29 m
Unladen weight
10100 kg
Manufacturer’s recommended load
2030 kg
Displacement max.
12,10 t
Ballast
3310 kg / 3460 kg
Engine power max.
55 hp / 75 hp
Fuel capacity
230 litres
Water capacity
516 litres / 788 litres
Holding tank (optional)
100 litres
Gas bottles (propane/butane)
3kg
Maximum crew
10 persons
Cabins (version 1)
4
Berths (version 1)
8 + 2
Mainsail
45,80 m
Genoa
49,50 m
Spinnaker
127,00 m
I
15,90 m
J
4,78 m
P
14,80 m
E
5,37 m
Design
Humphreys Yacht Design

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4.2. DEFINITION OF DESIGN
IMPRESSION 434 by ELAN is designed and built in conformity with the requirements of the
“A” ocean sailing” design category. The “A” category sailing yacht is designed and built for
sailing in waves up to 7 m and winds up to 10 Beaufort, i.e. 55 knots, 28 m/s or 100 km/h. It
has to be suitable for longer cruises, for instance ocean sailing as well as for coast sailing in
the regions that are not protected against winds and waves for several hundred miles.
4.3. MAXIMUM TOTAL LOAD
Keep the total weight of boat provisions, miscellaneous equipment not supplied by
manufacturer and persons on board, below maximum total load and suitably distributed.
5. GENERAL ARRANGEMENT
5.1. DECK LAYOUT
Figure 3
1. Bow navigation lights
2. Bow fitting
3. Bow pulpit
4. Life lines
5. Water inlet
6. Anchor chain locker
7. Mooring cleats
8. Stanchions
9. Teak toe rail
10. Rope passage
11. Fuel inlet
12. Hatch
13. Main shrouds
14. Grabrail
15. Deck organizer
16. Genoa track
17. Mainsheet track
18. Winch
19. Stoppers
20. Stainless steel protection
21. Sliding hatch
22. Pushpit
23. Backstay chainplate
25. Stern light
26. Hand operated bilge pump
27. Engine ventilation inlet
28. Winch handle pocket
29. Steering wheels
30. Cockpit shower
31. Furling jammer
32. Sidewalk passage
33. Horseshoe lifebuoy
34. Windlass
36. Mast step
37. Engine lever
38. Spi pole padeyes

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39. Genoa sheet cam cleats
40. Waste tank dockside
suction
41. Front coachroof
windshield
42. Cockpit table sink
43. Cockpit table storage
Compass
44. Fixed portlight
45. Cockpit drink holed
46. Spring cleat
47. Handle
48. Shore power socket
49. Gas locker
50. Engine panel
WARNING:
Keep portlights, windows, washboards, doors, hatches and ventilation
openings closed when appropriate, e.g. in rough weather or at higher
sailing speeds.
Secure unfixed equipment safely when underway.
If a liferaft shall be fitted, recommended place is on the deck in front of
the mast.
If a liferaft is fitted please strictly follow instructions of liferaft
manufacturer.
In case if somebody falls overboard, use swimming ladder fitted on the aft
to climb back.
5.2. INTERIOR LAYOUT
Following picture shows standard layout (version 1). For other versions of the interior please
check the layouts in the annexes.
Figure 4
1. Aft cabin - port
2. Companionway / engine
3. Central head
4. Saloon
5. Forward cabin
6. Anchor locker
7. Aft cabin –stb
8. Navigation table
9. Galley
10. Shower
11. Forward head
12. Forward double bunk cabin
13. Stern transom volume

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5.3. PROFILE
Figure 5
1. Bow navigation light
2. Bow fitting
3. Pulpit
4. Life lines
5. Bow protection
6. Cam cleat
7. Stanchion
8. Hatch
9. Chainplates
10. Grabrails
11. Mainsheet traveler
12. Winch
13. Pushpit
14. Steering wheel
15. Sidewalk passage
16. Horseshoe lifebuoy
17. Anchor
18. Genoa sheet sheave
19. Fixed portlight
20. Handle
21. Swimming platform
22. Rudder blade
23. Standard keel
24. Shallow keel
25. Keel sump
26. Hull fixed portlight
27. Bow thruster
28. Antifouling striping
29. Boot stripe
30. Anchor locker drainage

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6. PROPULSION SYSTEMS
6.1. SAILS AND MAST
Figure 6
6.2. ENGINE SYSTEM
CAUTION:
Follow the instructions for the use supplied by the engine manufacturer,
especially with regards to the RPM and load of a new engine.
When shifting from one gear to another via the idle position, keep the
handle in the idle position long enough for the engine to rotate at the
minimum RPM.
Check the engine oil level.
When putting in the reverse, hold the steering wheel firmly to avoid
breaking the steering system.
Shut down the engine before opening the engine compartment. The
engine has rotating and moving parts that can be dangerous.
Never switch the main engine switch or turn key when engine is running.
Do not operate the starter for more than 10 seconds at a time. If the
engine does not start, wait for at least 30 seconds before next try.
Each engine has its critical RPM which is indicated by an increase in engine
vibrations. You should always avoid this speed.

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6.2.1. ENGINE OPERATION
The following instructions for engine operation are provided for information purposes only
and do not include all the details of engine operation and maintenance. For detailed
information see the operation instructions, supplied by the engine manufacturer, which are
included in the Owner’s Manual. Before operating the engine, you should familiarize yourself
with those instructions.
Before starting the engine:
Switch on the main engine switch.
Check and open the engine coolant water intake valve.
Check and open the fuel supply valve on the fuel tank.
Starting and stopping the engine:
On/Off button (1)
Depress the button to start or stop the system. The panel cannot be switched off when
engine is running.
Start button (4)
When the button is depressed the pre-heat function is activated and the start motor
engaged.
Multi-function button (2)
Confirm the alarm. If an alarm occurs, a flashing warning symbol will be displayed in
the tachometer window and an audible alarm will sound. The alarm is confirmed by
depressing the multi-function button. The audible alarm is silenced and the warning
symbol is lit continuously until the fault is remedied.
Backlighting. To switch tachometer window backlighting on or off, depress the
button for 1-5 seconds. The backlighting can be adjusted in five steps by depressing
the button for less than 1 second.
Adjust the tachometer window contrast by holding down the button for more than 5
seconds.
Stop button (3)
The engine stops running when the button is depressed.