Far east S/v14 User manual

OWNERS MANUAL

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WELCOME

BECOME PART OF THE S\V14 COMMUNITY

The S\V14 project started on the 29th of October 2015. Peter Jacops, a specialist CE

inspector for the certification of yachts, posted a small note on his Facebook page

asking If any designer would be willing to help him create a low-cost sailing boat

specifically for people with disabilities (PWD) and make the design freely available to them.

One of the biggest problems is that there are only a small number of boats available,

which are nearly all at a price level that puts them out of reach of many potential

sailors. As the market is small for PWD yachts and dinghies, their price is inflated and

there are hardly any available on the used market.

The answer lies in to getting the boat to build by volunteers for those sailors with a disability.

The design team developed a building kit so that this design could be built easily at a DIY level by volunteers,

amateurs and handy home builders without the need of expensive tools.

This effort has now received a major boost by the Shanghai based company Fareast Boat,

this Chinese based company Fareast offered the S\V14 community to

produce a GRP version. By making the first one thousand S\V14’s available

at a cost which lies below the raw material cost for the wooden version,

the aim is to kick start the class by introducing as many people with disabilities as possible

to sailing, with the ultimate goal of seeing participation grow to a number that sailing

can take its rightful place once again in the Paralympics.

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Copyright © Wijma Marine Consultants 2019 
 
TABLE OF CONTENTS 
 
1. INTRODUCTION .........................................................................................................................................................................................................................4 
2GENERAL INFORMATION AND CRAFT DATA .............................................................................................................................................................................5 
2.1 MANUFACTURER...............................................................................................................................................................................................................5 
2.2 MAIN DIMENSIONS ...........................................................................................................................................................................................................5 
2.3 MASSES..............................................................................................................................................................................................................................6 
2.4 MAXIMUM RECOMMENDED LOAD...................................................................................................................................................................................6 
2.5 SAIL AREAS.........................................................................................................................................................................................................................7 
3CERTIFICATION AND DESIGN CATEGORY ..................................................................................................................................................................................8 
3.1 INFORMATION ON BUILDERS PLATE .................................................................................................................................................................................8 
3.2 WATERRAFT IDENTIFICATION NUMBER (WIN) .................................................................................................................................................................8 
4SAFETY RECOMMENDATIONS ...................................................................................................................................................................................................9 
4.1 RISK OF FLOODING AND STABILITY ...................................................................................................................................................................................9 
4.2 MOORING AND TOWING...................................................................................................................................................................................................9 
4.3 MAN OVERBOARD PREVENTION AND MEANS OF REBOARDING....................................................................................................................................10 
4.4 FIELD OF VISION FROM THE HELM POSITION .................................................................................................................................................................10 
4.5 LIFTING OF THE BOAT......................................................................................................................................................................................................10 
5MAINTENANCE ........................................................................................................................................................................................................................11 
5.1 GENERAL CARE ................................................................................................................................................................................................................11 
5.2 Cleaning...........................................................................................................................................................................................................................11 
6DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY .............................................................................................................................................................................................12 
7DISCLAIMER.............................................................................................................................................................................................................................16 
 

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1. INTRODUCTION

This manual has been compiled to help you to operate your S\V14 with

safety and pleasure. Please read it carefully and familiarize yourself with

the boat before using it. This owner's manual is not a course on boating

safety or seamanship. If this is your first boat, or if you are changing to a

type of boat you are not familiar with, for your own comfort and safety,

please ensure that you obtain handling and operating experience before

“operating” the boat. The national sailing federation or yacht club will be

pleased to advise you of local sail training schools, or competent

instructors.

Ensure that the anticipated wind and sea conditions will correspond to

the design category of your boat, and that you and your crew are able to

handle the boat 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, 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 boat can

satisfactorily operate. Do not exceed the maximum recommended load

(see section 2.5) as this could subject the boat to excessive loads with

possible structural damage. The reduced freeboard will also increase the

risk of flooding in sever conditions.

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 maintenance manuals are provided, use it for the boat's

maintenance. Always use trained and competent people for maintenance,

repairs or modifications. Modifications that may affect the safety

characteristics of the boat should be assessed, executed and documented

by competent contractors. The boat builder cannot be held responsible

for modifications that he has not approved.

In some countries, a licence or authorization are required, or specific

regulations are in force that must be met before operating the boat.

Always maintain your boat properly and make allowance for the

deterioration that will occur over time and as a result of heavy use or

misuse of the boat. Any boat, 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 heading of the boat to suit the sea

conditions.

The boat should have onboard the appropriate safety equipment

(lifejackets, harness, etc.) according to the type of boat, weather

conditions, etc. This equipment is mandatory in some 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 when you sell the boat.

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1GENERAL INFORMATION AND CRAFT DATA

1.1 MANUFACTURER

Type:

S\V14

Builder name:

Shanghai Far East FRP Boats Co., Ltd.

Builder address:

Room 605,Building 5，Xizi

International Center, No.898 Xiuwen

Road, Minhang District, 201199

Shanghai, P. R. China

Zip code: 201100

Builder website:

www.fareastboats.com

Builder email:

fareast@fareastboats.com

1.2 MAIN DIMENSIONS

Length overall:

5.35 metres

Length of hull (excl. rudders + bow sprit):

4.39 metres

Length of waterline

4.36 metres

Beam overall:

1.59 metres

Draft max (keel down)

1.20 metres

Air draft (empty):

Approx. 6.15 metres

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1.3 MASSES

Light ship mass:

300 kilograms

Launching weight (approx.):

345 kilograms

(Includes canting seat system)

Maximum loaded mass:

525 kilograms

(Light craft weight + Maximum recommended load)

Keel weight:

142 kilograms

1.4 MAXIMUM RECOMMENDED LOAD

Desired crew limit at 75 kg each *

150 kg

2 persons

Provisions & personal effects

30 kg

Optional equipment and fittings not included in basic outfit

45 kg +

Maximum recommended load

225 kg

As shown on builders plate

* The boat is designed to be able to carry two crew up to 90 kgs each.

Warning: When loading the yacht, never exceed the maximum recommended load. Always load the yacht carefully and distribute loads

appropriately to maintain design trim approximately level. Avoid placing heavy weights high up.

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1.5 SAIL AREAS

Main sail:

6.7 square metres

Jib:

2.1 square metres

Gennaker:

9.5 square metres

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2CERTIFICATION AND DESIGN CATEGORY

The S\V14 GRP is certified by the manufacturer according to the essential requirements of the Recreational Craft Directive 2013/53/EU.

As shown on the builders plate the yacht is designed for operation in conditions as described for design category D.

Design category D: Designed for voyages on sheltered coastal waters, small bays, small lakes, rivers and canals when conditions up to, and including, wind

force 4 and significant wave heights up to, and including, 0,3 m may be experienced, with occasional waves of 0,5 m maximum height, for example from

passing vessels.

Remark: 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.

2.1 INFORMATION ON BUILDERS PLATE

On your boat you can find a builders plate indicating the design category, maximum number of

persons and the maximum recommended load of the S\V14.

Warning: 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.

2.2 WATER CRAFT IDENTIFICATION NUMBER (WIN)

The watercraft identification number of your boat can be found at the starboard side of the transom. When you would like to communicate with the

manufacturer or the S\V14 organization about your boat, please have this number ready.

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3SAFETY RECOMMENDATIONS

3.1 RISK OF FLOODING AND STABILITY

Stability recommendations:

-All crew members need to be adequately trained.

-Any change in the disposition of the masses aboard (for example adding load or changing the sail configuration, etc.) may significantly affect the

stability, trim and performance of the boat;

-Bilge water should be kept to a minimum, before leaving the harbour properly drain the compartments;

-Stability is reduced by any weight added high up;

-In rough weather, hatches and buoyancy champers should be closed to minimize the risk of flooding;

-Breaking waves are a serious stability hazard.

Before leaving the harbour please make sure that all (inspection) hatches are closed.

Important - This boat is only intended to be sailed with the drop keel locked in the lowered position.

Failure to observe these limitations may result in the boat capsizing.

3.2 Operation of the cating seat system

To avoid personal injuries, ensure that limbs, feet’s and fingers are kept clear of the moving parts of the canting seat mechanism. Please make

sure that the feets are in the straps before operating the canting seat system.

3.3 MOORING AND TOWING

For mooring the S\V14 you can use the U-bolts for attaching the fore and side stays. In case the S\V14 has to be towed, a line can be attached at the U-bolt

of the fore stay.

-The owner is responsible for using adequate mooring lines, towing lines and anchor chain and lines.

-The breaking strength of the lines used shall not be more than 80% of the breaking strength of the associated strong point.

-The crew needs to familiarize themselves with attaching the towing line to the bow tie down point.

-Towing and being towed is done at low speeds e.g. 3 knots.

-When attaching the towline prevent using knots that can’t be undone under load.

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3.4 MAN OVERBOARD PREVENTION AND MEANS OF REBOARDING

3.5 FIELD OF VISION FROM THE HELM POSITION

The Operator’s vision from the helm can be obstructed by high trim angles of the boat and other factors caused by one or more of the following variable

conditions:

•Loading and load distribution.

•Speed.

•Sea conditions.

•Rain and spray.

•Persons or movable gear in the operator’s field of vision.

Please make sure that the helmsman has got all round visibility at all times.

The international Regulations for Preventing Collisions at Sea (COLREG) and the rules of the road require that a proper lookout be maintained at all times

and observance of right of way. Make certain no other vessels are in the path of your boat before proceeding.

3.6 LIFTING OF THE BOAT

There are several ways to launch your S\V14 into the water. An overhead hoist with a minimum of 500 kg capacity should be used when lifting the S\V14

from your trailer. Use a wide-enough spreader bar on each sling to prevent damaging side pressure to the deck or gunwale moulding. Lifting slings must

never contact shafts, struts or hardware protruding from the hull as this may result in damages.

You can also hoist the S\V14 on the keel

When the boat is out of the water, it is important to support the hull correctly on the trailer or a proper cradle to avoid any hull damage. Always make sure

that the keel is supported when storage your boat on the land.

When people fall overboard they can reboard at the transom of the S\V14.

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4MAINTENANCE

4.1 GENERAL CARE

Regularly maintenance keeps your vessel in good condition. Maintenance should

be performed by qualified personnel.

4.2 Cleaning

Periodic cleaning is the best way to keep your boat looking like new. Thoroughly

clean the hull, deck and interior of the boat from time to time.

When washing the boat, be sure to use a mild detergent and warm water

solution. DO NOT use abrasive cleaners, solvents, ammonia or chlorine, as these

will damage the gelcoated surface. Under extreme conditions, special cleaners

may be used to remove marine growth from the hull.

Harsh abrasive and chemical cleaners are not recommended. Be careful not to

polish through the gelcoat surface.

Wax your boat at least once every year. Wax seals and protects the surface,

minimizing the collection of dirt. Use special boat wax, or a silicone-free

automotive type.

Whenever the weather makes it possible, air and ventilate regularly the

buoyance champers of your boat. Make sure that the inside of your boat is clean

and dry.

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5DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY

of Recreational Craft with the Design, Construction and Noise Emission requirements of Directive 2013/53/EU

Name of recreational craft manufacturer: Shanghai Far East FRP Boats Co., Ltd.

Address: Room 605,Building 5，Xizi International Center, No.898 Xiuwen Road

Town: Minhang District, 201199 Shanghai Post Code: 201100 Country: P. R. China

Module used for design and construction assessment: A A1 B+C B+D B+E B+F G H

Other Community Directives applied: Not applicable

DESCRIPTION OF RECREATIONAL CRAFT:

Watercraft Identification Number:

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Brand name of the Recreational craft: Far East Model, Type or number: S\V14

Type of construction:

Rigid Inflatable Rigid-Inflatable (RIB)

Type of hull:

Monohull Multihull

Hull construction material:

Aluminium, aluminium alloys Moulded Fibre Reinforced Plastic

Steel, steel alloys Wood

Other (specify):

Watercraft Design category related to the maximum recommended number of persons:

Design Category

Number of Persons

Max Load (kg)

225

Length of hull LH: 4.39 m

Beam of hull BH: 1.59 m

Maximum Draught T: 1.20 m

Deck:

Fully enclosed

Partially protected

Open Craft

Main propulsion:

Sailing under projected sail area As of : 8.8 m²

Human propulsion

Engine/motor propulsion

Other (specify):

This declaration of conformity is issued under the sole responsibility of the manufacturer. I declare on behalf of the manufacturer that the recreational craft