Jeanneau Velasco 37 F User manual

VELASCO 37 F
OWNER'S MANUAL
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CONTENTS
INTRODUCTION ..................................................................................................................... 7
Welcome ......................................................................................................................... 7
Notes on reading this manual ....................................................................................... 9
1 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS ................................................................................... 11
1.1 CONSTRUCTION .......................................................................................................... 11
1.2 GENERAL DIMENSIONS.............................................................................................. 11
1.3 ENGINE ......................................................................................................................... 11
1.4 ELECTRICITY................................................................................................................ 11
1.5 CAPACITIES ................................................................................................................. 12
2 DESIGN CATEGORIES AND DISPLACEMENT .......................................................... 13
2.1 DESIGN CATEGORIES................................................................................................. 14
3 STABILITY AND BUOYANCY ...................................................................................... 15
3.1 STABILITY DATA.......................................................................................................... 15
3.2 ACCESS TO THE BOAT............................................................................................... 16
4 MANOEUVRABILITY .................................................................................................... 19
4.1 VISIBILITY FROM THE STEERING STATION ............................................................. 20
4.1.1 Demister............................................................................................................... 21
4.1.2 Wiper .................................................................................................................... 22
4.1.3 Windscreen washer ............................................................................................ 23
4.1.4 Deck searchlight ................................................................................................. 24
4.1.5 Horn...................................................................................................................... 25
4.1.6 Navigation lights ................................................................................................. 25
5 SAFETY ......................................................................................................................... 27
5.1 PREVENTING MAN OVERBOARD SITUATIONS AND THE MEANS OF GETTING
SOMEONE BACK ONBOARD...................................................................................... 27
5.1.1 Prevention of man overboard ............................................................................ 27
5.1.2 Getting back onboard ......................................................................................... 28
5.2 STORING THE LIFE-RAFT ........................................................................................... 29
5.3 SECURING MOVEABLE ITEMS ................................................................................... 29
5.4
INFORMATION ABOUT THE RISKS OF FLOODING AND ABOUT THE BOAT'S STABILITY 30
5.4.1 Openings in hull .................................................................................................. 30
5.4.2 Bilge pumps and drainage ................................................................................. 32

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6 INFORMATION RELATING TO FIRE RISKS AND RISKS OF EXPLOSION .................. 39
6.1
PROPULSION ENGINES AND OTHER FUEL-BURNING EQUIPMENT ............................. 39
6.2 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM ................................................................................................. 39
6.3 GAS SYSTEM ................................................................................................................ 39
6.4 FIRE-PREVENTION AND FIRE-FIGHTING EQUIPMENT ............................................ 40
6.4.1 Fire-fighting equipment ...................................................................................... 40
6.4.2 Fixed extinguishing system with manual control (Version: EUROPE) .......... 42
6.4.3 Automatic fire extinguishing system (Version: US)........................................ 44
6.5 EMERGENCY EXITS IN CASE OF FIRE ...................................................................... 46
6.6 EMERGENCY SYSTEMS IN CASE OF STEERING GEAR FAILURE ......................... 48
7 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM ................................................................................................. 49
7.1 GENERAL INFORMATION ABOUT THE ELECTRICAL SYSTEM .............................. 49
7.2 DC INSTALLATION (12 V OR 24 V) ............................................................................. 51
7.2.1 Battery use and distribution............................................................................... 51
7.2.2 Battery switch ...................................................................................................... 54
7.2.3 Power distributor................................................................................................. 55
7.2.4 Connection of battery set ................................................................................... 55
7.2.5 Battery charger .................................................................................................... 56
7.2.6 Layout of the wiring looms in the hull - DC circuit........................................... 58
7.2.7 Layout of the deck wiring looms - DC circuit ................................................... 59
7.2.8 Bundles installation - Flying bridge - DC circuit .............................................. 60
7.2.9 Steering station ................................................................................................... 61
7.2.10 Circuit breakers ................................................................................................. 62
7.2.11 Fuses .................................................................................................................. 63
7.2.12 Relay box............................................................................................................ 64
7.2.13 Touch screen ..................................................................................................... 64
7.3 AC SYSTEM (110 V OR 220 V) ..................................................................................... 76
7.3.1 AC shore socket .................................................................................................. 78
7.3.2 DC/AC converter.................................................................................................. 80
7.3.3 Bundles installation - Hull - AC circuit .............................................................. 82
7.3.4 Bundles installation - Deck - AC circuit ............................................................ 83
7.3.5 Anodes ................................................................................................................. 84
7.3.6 Earthing plates..................................................................................................... 86
8 LIQUEFIED PETROLEUM GAS(LPG)SYSTEM (GPL)................................................. 87
8.1 THE ONBOARD GAS SYSTEM .................................................................................... 87
8.2 LAYOUT DIAGRAM....................................................................................................... 92
9 DOMESTIC APPLIANCES ............................................................................................ 95
9.1 FRIDGE / COOLER........................................................................................................ 95
9.2 MICROWAVE................................................................................................................. 97
9.3 HOT PLATE ................................................................................................................... 98

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10 AUDIO-VISUAL EQUIPMENT....................................................................................... 99
10.1 TELEVISION ................................................................................................................. 99
10.2 HIFI.............................................................................................................................. 100
11 ONBOARD COMFORT ............................................................................................... 101
11.1 AIR CONDITIONING ................................................................................................... 101
11.2 ELECTRONIC EQUIPMENT ....................................................................................... 108
11.3 EQUIPMENT OTHER THAN FOR PROPULSION, WHICH BURNS FUEL
(GENERATOR, HEATING).......................................................................................... 111
11.3.1 General points ................................................................................................. 111
11.3.2 Generator ......................................................................................................... 112
11.3.3 Warm air heating system................................................................................ 119
12 WATER SYSTEMS...................................................................................................... 123
12.1 GENERAL POINTS..................................................................................................... 123
12.2 USING A VALVE......................................................................................................... 124
12.3 FRESH WATER FILLING SYSTEM ........................................................................... 125
12.4 FRESH WATER DISTRIBUTION SYSTEM ................................................................ 127
12.5 MAIN PLUMBING EQUIPMENT................................................................................. 127
12.5.1 Water unit......................................................................................................... 127
12.5.2 Cockpit shower ............................................................................................... 128
12.5.3 Deck wash pump............................................................................................. 129
12.5.4 Shore freshwater supply ................................................................................ 132
12.5.5 Water heater .................................................................................................... 133
12.6 BLACK WATER SYSTEM (WC)................................................................................. 134
12.6.1 Location diagram of black water system ...................................................... 136
12.7 WASTE WATER SYSTEM.......................................................................................... 143
13 ENGINE ....................................................................................................................... 147
13.1
INFORMATION ABOUT THE RISKS OF FIRE AND OF EXPLOSION OF ENGINES .. 147
13.2
DANGER FROM MOVING MECHANICAL PARTS ..................................................... 148
13.3 GENERAL POINTS..................................................................................................... 148
13.4 STARTING THE ENGINE ........................................................................................... 150
13.5 ENGINE WATER INTAKE VALVE ............................................................................. 151
13.6 FUEL FILTER.............................................................................................................. 152
13.7 ENGINE INSTALLATION ........................................................................................... 153
13.8 ENGINE CONTROL .................................................................................................... 155
13.9 ACCESS TO THE ENGINE......................................................................................... 156
13.10 FLAPS....................................................................................................................... 156
13.11 PROPELLER SHAFT................................................................................................ 159
13.12 STUFFING BOX........................................................................................................ 160
13.13 PROPELLER............................................................................................................. 160

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14 STEERING SYSTEM ................................................................................................... 161
14.1 GENERAL POINTS ..................................................................................................... 161
14.2 HYDRAULIC STEERING ............................................................................................ 164
14.3 BOW THRUSTER / STERN THRUSTER.................................................................... 165
15 DECK FITTINGS .......................................................................................................... 169
15.1 GENERAL POINTS ..................................................................................................... 169
15.1.1 Polyester .......................................................................................................... 169
15.1.2 Plexiglas ........................................................................................................... 169
15.1.3 STAINLESS STEEL.......................................................................................... 169
15.1.4 Solid wood on exterior wooden panelling .................................................... 170
15.1.5 Exterior cushions ............................................................................................ 170
15.2 EQUIPMENT................................................................................................................ 171
15.2.1 Gangway........................................................................................................... 171
15.2.2 Tender inflator ................................................................................................. 174
15.3 BERTHING, ANCHORING, TOWING ......................................................................... 175
15.3.1 Anchor points .................................................................................................. 175
15.3.2 Towing.............................................................................................................. 176
15.4 MAIN ELEMENTS OF THE CHAIN LOCKER ............................................................ 177
15.5 ELECTRIC WINDLASS............................................................................................... 179
16 HULL FITTINGS........................................................................................................... 181
16.1 UPHOLSTERY ............................................................................................................ 181
16.2 INTERIOR WOODWORK............................................................................................ 184
16.3 INTERIOR MAINTENANCE ........................................................................................ 184
17 HANDLING, TRANSPORT .......................................................................................... 185
17.1 LIFTING PLAN ............................................................................................................ 185
17.2 LIFTING ....................................................................................................................... 186
17.3 UPPER LIMIT OF ANTIFOUL ..................................................................................... 187
17.4 LAUNCH/LIFT OUT..................................................................................................... 188
17.5 WINTER STORAGE .................................................................................................... 189
17.6 TRANSPORT............................................................................................................... 190
18 ENVIRONMENT ........................................................................................................... 191
DINGHY 1: MEANING OF THE LABELS ........................................................................... 193

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INTRODUCTION
Welcome
You have just taken delivery of your new JEANNEAU boat and we thank you for the
confidence you have shown us in ordering a vessel of our brand. The whole JEANNEAU team
welcomes you aboard.
A JEANNEAU is made to last, in order to bring you all the pleasure you expect from a vessel
over a period of many years. Each boat is subject to the utmost attention to detail from the
design stage right through to launching.
This manual is meant to help you to enjoy your boat comfortably and safely. It includes the boat
specifications, the equipment provided or installed, the systems and tips on her operation and
maintenance. Some of the equipment described in this manual may be optional.
Your JEANNEAU dealer will be able to help and advise you in the use and maintenance of
your boat.
The initial commissioning of your boat will require a lot of skill and care. The proper working of
all your boat's equipment is the result of the quality of the commissioning operations. This is
why the initial launch must be overseen by your dealer.
Read this Owner's Manual carefully and take the time to get to know your boat before
you use it.
The better you know your vessel the more pleasure you will get from being at the helm.
Keep this manual somewhere safe and should you sell your boat, hand it to the new
owner.
You are advised to keep any user's guides supplied by the manufacturers of any
equipment for your boat (accessories...),together with your manual.
For all the equipment on your boat,
please read the instruction manuals provided by the manufacturer.

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This manual has been produced to help you enjoy using your boat in all safety. It contains
the details of the boat and of all the equipment provided and installed on your boat, as well as
the instructions for their use. Read it carefully and really get to know your boat before using it.
This owner's manual is not in any way a navigation or mariner's training manual. If this is
your first boat or if you have changed to a type of boat with which you are not familiar, make
sure that you learn how to use it and manoeuvre it safely and with ease, before taking the helm
alone. Your dealer, or national sailing or motorboat association, or your yacht club will be very
happy to tell you about the navigation schools or qualified instructors in your area.
Make sure that the wind and sea conditions forecast are appropriate for the design
category of your boat and that you and your crew are capable of manoeuvering the boat in
these conditions.
Even with a well-adapted boat, the wind and sea conditions which correspond to the
design categories A,B and C range from storm force winds for category A to severe storm
conditions at the upper end of category C and would put the boat at risk from massive waves
and extreme gusts. These are dangerous conditions in which only an experienced, fit and well-
trained crew, manoeuvering a well-maintained boat, could navigate sufficiently well.
This owner's manual is not intended as a detailed maintenance or repairs manual. Should
any problems arise please contact your dealer. If a maintenance manual is provided, please
use it.
Always use the services of an experienced professional for the maintenance of your boat,
for fitting accessories and for any modifications. Any alterations which may affect the safety
specifications of the boat must be assessed, carried out and recorded by persons qualified to
do so. The boat manufacturer cannot be held responsible for any modifications not approved
by them.
Some countries require you to hold a Certificate of Competency or other qualifications, or
other specific regulations may be in force.
Always maintain your boat well and make note of any deterioration due to wear and tear
or to heavy or inappropriate use.
Any boat – no matter how well-built– could suffer serious damage if used recklessly. This
is not compatible with safe navigation. Always adjust the speed and heading of your boat
according to the sea conditions.
If your boat is equipped with a life-raft, read the instruction manual carefully. The crew
must have available onboard all the safety gear (lifejackets, harnesses etc) appropriate for the
type of boat and for the weather conditions etc.. In some countries it is mandatory to have this
safety equipment onboard. The crew must be fully familiarised with the use of the safety gear
and with emergency manoeuvres (Man Overboard procedures, towing another vessel etc).
Sailing schools and clubs regularly run training sessions for these.
It is advised that, when on deck, everyone should wear the appropriate buoyancy aids
(lifejackets, personal buoyancy aids) Be advised that in some countries, it is mandatory to wear
a buoyancy aid which meets the national regulations at all times.

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Notes on reading this manual
The various symbols used throughout the manual for crucial safety information are as follows:
- While some of the information and illustrations in this manual may show details which are
slightly different from those found on your boat, the key information remains the same. Future
versions of this manual will show any possible modifications as required.
- Due to the constant desire to improve the products, SPBI S.A. reserves the right to make any
changes considered necessary to the design or to the equipment.
That is the reason why the specifications and information given are not contractual, they may
be modified without prior notice or up dates.
- This owner's manual complies with the European Directive 94/25/CE of the 16 June 1994
amended by the European Directive 2003/44/CE of the 16 June 2003;
and with the standard NF EN ISO 10240 of February 2005 .
- This owner's manual is written in several languages. French is the authentic reference
language.
- This owner's manual was written and made up into pages by SPBI S.A.. Any reproduction of
this manual, direct or indirect, provisional or permanent, by whatever means this may be,
whether in whole or in part, and any modification of this manual by a third party for commercial
reasons, are forbidden.
DANGER
Indicates the existence of a serious inherent danger with a high risk of
death or serious injury if the appropriate precautions are not taken.
WARNING
Indicates the existence of a danger which could lead to injury or death if
the appropriate precautions are not taken.
WARNING
Indicates either a reminder of safety procedures or alerts you to
dangerous manoeuvres or operations, which could result in injuries to
those onboard or in damage to the boat or to components of it, or to the
environment.
ADVICE-RECOMMENDATION
Indicates a recommendation or advice for carrying out manoeuvres appropriate for
the planned manoeuvres.

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1 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
1.1 CONSTRUCTION
Model...............................................................................................................VELASCO 37 F
Architect / Interior design................................. Tony Castro Yacht Design / Jeanneau Design
Builder ....................................................................................................................... SPBI S.A
Principal means of propulsion .........................................................................................Motor
Deck construction material ............. Single skin laminated fibreglass / Polyester / Balsa wood
Hull construction material ............... Single skin laminated fibreglass / Polyester / Balsa wood
Application ........................................................................................................... Wet laid fibre
1.2 GENERAL DIMENSIONS
L.O.A - standard (Lmax)*............................................................................................... 11,43 m
L.O.A - with options (Lmax)*.......................................................................................... 11,95 m
(Including removable parts that can be dismantled (bow roller, pulpit, bowsprit), without affecting the
structure of the boat)
Hull length (Lh)* ............................................................................................................. 9,98 m
(Excluding: removable parts that can be dismantled, without affecting the structure of the boat)
Overall width (Bmax)*...................................................................................................... 3,84 m
(Including: removable parts that can be dismantled, without affecting the structure of the boat)
Beam(Bh)*...................................................................................................................... 3,80 m
(Excluding: removable parts that can be dismantled, without affecting the structure of the boat)
Air draught – Empty vessel (with options - Cradle) ....................................................... 4,99 m
Air draught – Empty vessel (without - Cradle) ............................................................... 4,37 m
Draught - Boat fully laden .............................................................................................. 0,89 m
Wetted surface area ................................................................................ Approximately 35 m²
1.3 ENGINE
Nominal maximum propulsion power ..................................................................... 2 x 243 Kw
Maximum recommended engine size......................................................................... 1 354 kg
1.4 ELECTRICITY
Circuit type - Direct current.................................................................................................12V
Circuit type - AC ...............................................................................................................220V
Circuit type - AC (US version) ..........................................................................................110V
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1.5 CAPACITIES
Total mass of the liquid content of fixed tanks when they are full................................ 1098 kg
Fuel capacity:.................................................................................................. Tank 1 (*): 400 l
........................................................................................................................ Tank 2 (*): 400 l
Fresh water capacity:........................................................................................ standard: 330 l
................................................................................ specification for SWITZERLAND: 2 x 80 l
Black water capacity (WC):.................................................................................................88 l
Waste water capacity (Washbasin, Shower, Domestic appliances) specification for
SWITZERLAND ..................................................................................................................80 l
It may not be possible to use these capacities fully depending on the trim and load of the boat.
It is recommended to keep a reserve of 20% in the fuel tanks.
(*): Refer to the corresponding chapter to locate the position of the tank (relationship between
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2 DESIGN CATEGORIES AND DISPLACEMENT
- Some of the data is shown on the manufacturer's plate fixed to the boat. The explanation of
the data is given in the appropriate chapters of this manual.
- The recommended maximum load includes the weight of all the people onboard, of
provisions, personal belongings, of all equipment not included in the weight of the boat in
ballast, of the cargo (if relevant) and of all liquids contained in fixed tanks when full (fuel, water,
grey water, black water).
- The maximum recommended weight shown on the manufacturer's plate does not include the
weight contained in the fixed tanks of liquid when full (fuel, water, grey water, black water).
If some of those onboard are children, the total number of people allowed onboard may be
increased, provided that::
- The total weight of the children does not exceed 37,5 kg;
AND THAT
- the total weight of all allowed onboard (based on about 75 kg per adult) is not exceeded.
Design category B C D
Maximum number of people to be
allowed onboard 10 12 12
Maximum number of people to be
allowed on the flybridge 6 7 7
Light displacement 8 271 kg
Recommended maximum load 3 704 kg
Displacement with maximum load 11 975 kg
- Do not exceed the recommended maximum number of people onboard.
However many people are onboard, the total, combined load of people and
any gear or equipment must never exceed the recommended maximum load.
- Always use the seats or seating areas provided.
- When loading the boat, never exceed the recommended maximum load.
Always load the boat with care and distribute the loads in order to maintain the
theoretical trim (more or less horizontal).
- Avoid placing heavy loads high up in the boat.
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2.1 DESIGN CATEGORIES
Category A: At high sea
The boat is designed to sail in winds that may exceed Beaufort force 8 and in waves of a
significant height of 4 metres and more.
This craft 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.
Category B: In open sea
The boat is designed to sail in winds not exceeding Beaufort force 8 and in corresponding seas
(waves of a significant height of less than or equal to 4 metres).
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.
Category C: Near to the coast
The boat is designed to sail in winds not exceeding Beaufort force 6 and in corresponding seas
(waves of a significant height of less than or equal to 2 metres). You may meet with such
conditions in exposed inland waters, in estuaries and in coastal waters with moderate weather
conditions.
Category D: In sheltered waters
The boat is designed to sail in winds that may exceed Beaufort force 4 and in waves of a
significant height of 0,5 metres and more.
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.
- The creation of different design categories results from the need to distinguish between
different levels of risk according to the construction of the boats.
"The parameters for the characteristics are established to define the conditions of navigation
which each category may encounter; they serve purely to evaluate the boat designs and are
not to be used to limit the geographical areas in which these boats may operate".
- One boat may be classed in several design categories at the same time, each with their
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3 STABILITY AND BUOYANCY
3.1 STABILITY DATA
- Fully laden displacement was used to evaluate the stability and buoyancy of the boat. The
value of this displacement can be found in paragraph ’ Technical specifications ’ at the
beginning of this manual.
- Any changes in the distribution of loads onboard (for example by adding a raised structure
for fishing, fitting a radar or in-mast furling, changing the engine etc.) can significantly affect the
boat's stability, trim and its performance;
- It is important to keep water in the bilges to a minimum;
- The boat's stability is affected by adding to the weight of the superstructure;
- In heavy weather it is important to close all the hatches, lockers and doors to minimise the
risk of water pouring in;
- The boat's stability can be reduced when towing a boat or when using a davit or boom to lift
a heavy load;
- Breaking waves are a serious threat to stability.
- Reduce speed in waves.
- Always adjust the speed and heading of your boat according to the sea
conditions.
- All of the watertight hatches must remain closed when at sea.
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3.2 ACCESS TO THE BOAT
Access to the cockpit
Access - Wheelhouse - Side
Holding

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Access to the engine compartment
Access - Cockpit locker
Access - Cave
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- It is imperative that both the cockpit and the engine compartment are kept
closed when at sea.
- When at sea close the guardrail side-opening or openings.
- Slamming an access hatch may cause injury : always close the hatch gently
and carefully.
- Do not allow children to open or close the hatches unsupervised.
- It is imperative that the access doors to the saloon are kept closed when at
sea.
- Close the deck hatches and portholes before each trip.
- Close all access doors and hatches in heavy weather or when the sea is
rough.
ADVICE-RECOMMENDATION
- When under way, keep hull valves and fillers in the closed position to minimise the risk
of flooding.

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4 MANOEUVRABILITY
- This boat was found to be capable of carrying its crew, even when flooded.
- It is important to take additional precautions in very strong winds or in a confused sea or
breaking waves.
- Maximum rated power of boat propulsion: 2 x 243 Kw.
- Do not install an engine in this boat with a higher rated power than that indicated on the
manufacturer's plate.
- Use a negative trim to make the transition from displacement speed to planing speed, and
at lower speeds in choppy seas (applicable to boats equipped with a system for directing the
propeller thrust).
- Do not drive the boat at high speed with a negative trim of the propulsion equipment (bow
down). This can make the boat heel and cause it to be unstable when turning.
- Do not drive at top speed in areas of heavy boat traffic or in situations of reduced visibility,
strong winds or heavy seas. Reduce the boat's speed and wake out of courtesy and for your
own safety and the safety of others. Observe speed limits and "NO WASH" signs.
- Observe the rules of priority as defined in the Navigation Rules and imposed by the
international regulations for preventing collisions at sea (Collision Regulations - COLREG).
- Ensure that you always have sufficient room to stop or manoeuver if necessary in order to
avoid a collision.
- Avoid abrupt manoeuvers at full speed.
- Do not sit on the forward section of the cockpit when the boat is moving at high speed.
- Reduce speed in big waves for your comfort and safety.
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4.1 VISIBILITY FROM THE STEERING STATION
Visibility from the steering station may be obstructed when the boat is trimmed at a steep angle
or due to other factors caused by one or more of the following conditions:
- Angle of engine trim control switch (in boats equipped with an engine trim control
switch);
- Angle of hull trim control switch (in boats equipped with a hull trim control switch
or trim tabs);
- Load and load distribution;
- Speed;
- Rapid acceleration;
- Transition from displacement mode to planing mode;
- Sea conditions;
- Rain and mist;
- Darkness and fog;
- Lights on inside the boat;
- Position of the upper and side awnings;
- Persons and removable equipment in the helmsman's field of visibility.
The international rules for preventing collisions at sea (COLREG) and the navigation rules
demand constant vigilance and observance of priority rules. Observance of these rules is
essential.
- Manoeuvrability is reduced at excessive speeds.
- There is a risk of loss of control during tight turns.
- Reduce speed before making a turn in any direction.