Zodiac PRO 750 User manual

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Owner's Manual
Volume 2

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CONTENTS
PAGE
ÖI - GENERAL DESCRIPTIONS
I-1-Technical characteristics -------------------------------------------------- 3 - 5
I-2-Technical description------------------------------------------------------- 6
I-3-Location of items------------------------------------------------------------ 7 - 8
I-4-Handling ---------------------------------------------------------------------- 9
ÖII - BUOYANCY CHAMBER
II-1-Assembling the buoyancy chamber on the hull---------------------- 10-11
II-2-Fixing the protective flap------------------------------------------------- 11
II-3-Inflation system------------------------------------------------------------- 12-13
II-4-Pressure ---------------------------------------------------------------------- 14-15
ÖIII - INSTALLATION AND CIRCUIT
III-1-Fuel--------------------------------------------------------------------------- 16-19
III-2-Electricity------------------------------------------------------------------- 20-34
III-3-Connecting up the bilge pump------------------------------------- 35
III-4-Draining--------------------------------------------------------------------- 36
III-5-Anchoring/Mooring------------------------------------------------------- 37
III-6-Steering---------------------------------------------------------------------- 38
III-7-Firefighting ---------------------------------------------------------------- 38
ÖIV - PROPULSION SYSTEM 38
ÖV – INFORMATION AND IDENTIFICATION PLATES
V-1-Position of safety labels and registration plates---------------------- 39
V-2-Description of safety labels and registration plates ----------------- 39-40
ÖVI – LOCATION / INSTALLATION OF OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES
VI –Position of the roll bar and ski mast------------------------------------ 41

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DESCRIPTION - Technical characteristics
I-1-TECHNICAL CHARACTERISTICS Hull
(m) 7.50
(ft) 24’7’’
(m) 6.16
(ft) 20’2’’
(m) 2.90
(ft) 9’6’’
(m) 1.67
(ft) 5’6’’
(m) 0.60
(ft) 2’
Design category
(Directive 94/25/EC) B / C
Capacity
(ISO) B=7 C=16
Maximum Kg (1) 1150 1830
lb.(2) (1) 1235 4034
Kg (2) 860 860
lb.(2) (2) 1896 1896
Compartment
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Engine configuration
Shaft length SINGLE ENGINE TWIN ENGINE
XL L
Minimum power
recommended HP(3) 175 2 x 100
KW (3) 129 2 x 74
Maximum power
recommended HP 250 2 x 125
kW 184 2 x 92
Maximum power
allowed HP(3) 250 2 x 125
kW(3) 184 2 x 92
Maximum
Maximum engine
weight Kg 300 468
Lbs 660 1032
a (4) (m)
(ft)
6,45
21’2’’
b (4) (m)
(ft)
2,15
7’1’’
(m)
c(4)
(ft)
1,30
4’30’’
b
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DESCRIPTION - Technical characteristics
Design category: Your boat is designed for category B or C sailing, which implies different
loading cases and a different accessory layout. (see previous table).
-Category B. Example 1
-Category C. Example 2

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DESCRIPTION - Technical characteristics
NOTE Dimension tolerance: +/- 3%
Weight tolerance: +/- 5%
NOTE
(1) The maximum authorized load was calculated to standard ISO 12217.
Navigate carefully when the boat carries the maximum load.
(2) Weight shown not including accessories
(3) The recommended power corresponds to optimum operation of the
boat's capabilities for an average load.
(4) Hull dimensions without buoyancy chamber.
Use the maximum authorized power with extreme caution (see "Sailing
advice" chapter of Volume 1 of the manual.)
NOTE
DO NOT EXCEED THE MAXIMUM LOAD INDICATED ON
THE MANUFACTURER'S PLATE. THE MAXIMUM LOAD
INCLUDES THE WEIGHT OF THE ENGINE(S), FUEL,
ACCESSORIES, PASSENGERS AND THEIR EQUIPMENT AND
ANY OTHER TYPE OF LOAD.
NOTE
DO NOT STORE FLAMMABLE PRODUCTS IN THE AFT
COMPARTMENT. IT IS STRICTLY FORBIDDEN TO STORE A
JERRYCAN.

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DESCRIPTION – Technical description
I-2-INVENTORY
HULL
•Polyester hull
•Non-slip counter-molded deck
•1 bow ring
•1 anchor locker
•2 Aft bollards
•1 fender
•1 Forward overflow locker
•1 Aft locker
•1 Forward locker
•1 Flush deck locker
•1 Fender
•2 traction chain plates
•1 Hull drain hole
•2 high flow rate quick drain holes
•1 310-liter tank
•2 fuel circuit valve / gauge circuit essence access hatches
•Electrical circuit with 1 battery coupler support and circuit breaker
BUOYANCY CHAMBER
•Buoyancy chamber
•easy push valves
•Anti-chafing band with ultra-wide profile
•Interior and exterior lifelines
•Bow roller
•1 bollard STANDARD EQUIPMENT
•2 paddles
•Foot inflator
•Pressure gauge cap
•Repair kit OPTIONS*
•Windlass
•Roll bar
•Console
•Bolster
•Seat
* For more information on available optional accessories, see your ZODIAC dealer.

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DESCRIPTION – Location of functional items
I-3-LOCATION OF FUNCTIONAL ITEMS
REF DESIGNATION
1 Through-hull
2 Bilge pump drainage
3 Bollard
4 Dumping system
5 Aft cover
6 Aft deck hatch
7 Round deck hatch
8 Flush deck locker lid
9 Overflow locker lid
10 Vent
11 Bow roller
12 Anchor locker lid
13 Buoyancy chamber
14 Bellows
15 Engine cable penetration
16 Mooring cleat
1215
107
4
2 5
14
61 89
13 11
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DESCRIPTION - Functional items
REF DESIGNATION
18 Fender
19 Bow chain plate
20 Flap (2x2)
21 Towing chain plate
22 Dumping system
23 Engine protection plate
24 Drain hole
25 easy push valves
26 fender
27 Anti chaffing strip
28 Handles
18 19 20 21 22 23 24
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2728 26 27
2828 27 27 26

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DESCRIPTION - Handling
I-4-HANDLING
I-4-1-Transporting
yThe trailer installation recommendations are specified in VOLUME I of the owner's manual.
I-4-2-Storage
NOTE
THE BOAT MUST REST ON THE BOW LINE
(SEE SKETCH BELOW).
I -4-3-Lifting: Positioning of external webbing lifting straps
NOTE
NO PASSENGERS ON BOARD WHILE LIFTING
MAXIMUM LOAD UNDER HOOK ON LIFTING (BOAT IN
OPERATING ORDER + PORTABLE EQUIPMENT): SWL = 2200
KG
WARNING
ALL EQUIPMENT MUST BE UNLOADED FROM THE BOAT
FOR LIFTING.
BEFORE LAUNCHING THE BOAT, OPEN THE PLUG HOLE
(24) TO DRAIN ANY RAINWATER FROM THE COCKPIT
(CLOSE THE PLUG HOLE AGAIN BEFORE LAUNCHING)
I -4-4-Periodic sling inspection
The lifting sling shall be free from wear and tear, shall not be repaired nor contain any
lengthwise or lateral cuts. If any defects are noted or if in doubt concerning its condition,
replace the sling.

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BUOYANCY CHAMBER – Installing the buoyancy
chamber on the hull
II-1-INSTALLING THE BUOYANCY CHAMBER ON THE HULL
NOTE: The buoyancy chamber is fitted to the hull with the buoyancy
chamber deflated.
You can inflate the buoyancy chamber when not installed
(pressure 240 mb) and leave to stabilize for about an hour. Then
deflate it.
If the buoyancy chamber has been stored at a temperature lower
than 0°C, leave it for 12 hours at room temperature (20°C) before
folding it.
1
To facilitate the positioning of the buoyancy chamber, apply liquid soap (A) to the hull rails
2
Position the buoyancy chamber’s rope (a) on the hull’s rail (b) situated at the forward end of
the hull. Pull the buoyancy chamber to bring it to the min. position with the bolt rope opposite
the aft rail.

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BUOYANCY CHAMBER – Installing the buoyancy
chamber on the hull
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- Repeat for the other side of the buoyancy chamber.
- Bring forward the buoyancy chamber’s nose in order to pull the exterior protective flap under
the hull’s nose.
- Pull the buoyancy chamber’s two tabs again as far as they will stretch towards the stern of the
boat while trying to centre the nose in relation to the forward section of the hull.
- Slightly inflate the nose of the buoyancy chamber in order to check that it is well centred and
perfectly hugs the hull. Restart the process if the buoyancy chamber is not correctly positioned.
BUOYANCY CHAMBER – Fixing the protective flap
II-2-FIXING THE PROTECTIVE FLAP
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Fix the external flap using the stainless steel bars and bolts of the buoyancy chamber kit.
Apply sealing compound on all the screws and in the hull holes to achieve final tightness.

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BUOYANCY CHAMBER – Inflation system
II-3-INFLATION SYSTEM
II-3-1-The inflator
a. adaptor
b. tube nozzle
c. tube connector
d. inflation port
a
b
cd
III-3-2- valves
EASY-PUSH VALVES
To change position In inflating position In deflating position
Push The membrane is closed, the
knob is up The membrane is open, the knob is down
NOTE: ALWAYS REFIT THE VALVE PLUG AFTER INFLATING OR DEFLATING
NOTE:
The caps of the valves are designed to be screwed
and unscrewed. Never use undue force: you will
run the risk of unscrewing the whole of the
valve’s internal inflation system.

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BUOYANCY CHAMBER - Inflating the boat
II-3-3-BOAT INFLATION
Activate all valves in the inflation position.
Attach the hose connector to the inflator inflation
port.
To inflate your boat properly, the inflator should
be correctly placed on the ground.
The boat inflates rapidly if the inflator is used
smoothly and without haste.
NOTE
DO NOT USE A COMPRESSOR OR COMPRESSED AIR CYLINDER.
PRESSURE GAUGE

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BUOYANCY CHAMBER - Pressure
II-4-PRESSURE
II -4-1- Inflating the buoyancy chamber
a) Boat equipped with standard valves
•Inflate the buoyancy mechanism, equalizing the pressure between the different
compartments until the partitions (a) are no longer visible (pressure = 240 mb)
NEVER PRESSURISE
A COMPARTMENT
WHEN THE OTHERS
ARE COMPLETELY
DEFLATED
a
100 % 0 % 0 %
1 50 % 50 % 50 %
2 100 % 100 % 100 %
•Inflating is complete: Screw on the valve caps
II-4-2-Pressure
The correct pressure for the buoyancy chamber is 240 mb/ 3.4 PSI (middle of the green
sector of the pressure gauge).
The boat is fitted with a pressure indicator which provides a quick, efficient readout during
inflation (see explanations for use in the "Inflation system" section).
The ambient temperature of the air or
water proportionately influences the
level of internal pressure in the
buoyancy chamber
Ambient temperature Buoyancy chamber
internal pressure
+1°C +4 mb / 0.06 PSI
-1°C -4 mb / 0.06 PSI
NOTE A slight air leak is normal before the valve cap is screwed on
ONLY THE CAPS GUARANTEE FINAL AIR
TIGHTNESS.

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BUOYANCY CHAMBER - Pressure
Thus, it is important to anticipate:
Check and adjust the pressure in the inflatable compartments (re-inflating or deflating
as necessary) depending on changes in the temperature (particularly when there is a big
difference in temperature between the morning and the evening in very hot climates).
Check that the pressure does not go outside the recommended pressure range (from 220
to 270 mbar / green area).
Risk of underpressure
Example: The boat is exposed to direct sunlight on the beach (temperature = 50°C) at the
recommended pressure (240 mbar/3.4 PSI). When putting the boat in the water (temperature =
20°C), the internal temperature and pressure in the inflatable compartments will both drop
(down to 120 mbar). It is then necessary to re-inflate to make up for the millibars lost due to
the difference in temperature between the ambient air and the water. It is also normal to note a
reduction in pressure at the end of the day when the outside temperature drops.
NOTE
WHEN UNDER-INFLATED, THE BOAT LACKS RIGIDITY
WHEN UNDERWAY, ITS PERFORMANCE IS REDUCED AND
IT RISKS AGEING PREMATURELY.
Risk of OVERPRESSURE
Example: The boat is inflated to its recommended pressure (240 mbar/3.4 PSI) at the
beginning or end of the day (lowest outside temperature = 10°C). Later in the day, the boat is
exposed to direct sunlight on the beach or on the deck of a yacht (temperature = 50°C). The
temperature inside the inflatable compartments may rise to 70°C (particularly for dark
buoyancy chambers), doubling the initial pressure (480 mb). It is then necessary to deflate in
order to return to the recommended pressure.
NOTE
IF YOUR BOAT IS OVERINFLATED, THERE WILL BE UNDUE
PRESSURE ON THE INFLATABLE STRUCTURE THAT MAY
RUPTURE IT.
IN THE EVENT OF OVERPRESSURE
“EASY-PUSH” VALVE
Release some air by pressing
the valve knob.

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INSTALLATION AND CIRCUIT - Fuel
III-1-FUEL
III-1-1-Description of essential functional items
The boat is fitted with a fuel tank located under the deck. It is filled from the boat’s bow
through the filling port located beneath the forward hatch cover.
REF DESIGNATION
1 Fuel circuit closing valve
2 Fuel gauge
3 Overflow
4 Vent
5 Filling port
6 1 fuel/water separator filter
7 Fuel tank
WARNING
;IN SINGLE-ENGINE CONFIGURATION, REMEMBER
TO CLOSE THE FUEL VALVE OF THE SECOND ENGINE.
III-1-2-Tank
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INSTALLATION AND CIRCUIT - Fuel
III-1-3-Fuel/water separator filter
NOTE: In order to protect the engine, you are advised to use a water / fuel
separating filter placed on the engine’s fuel supply circuit.
The water/fuel separating filter is located in the aft locker, on the starboard bulkhead in the
single engine configuration and on the port and starboard bulkheads in the twin engine
configuration: (for correct mounting contact your dealer to obtain these parts)
REF DESIGNATION
1 Filter head, secured to boat
2 Replaceable filter cartridge
WARNING
IT IS VITAL TO REPLACE THE CARTRIDGE AFTER
EVERY 50 HOURS OF USE.
CONTACT THE NETWORK IN ORDER TO PURCHASE A
REPLACEMENT CARTRIDGE.
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INSTALLATION AND CIRCUIT - Fuel
Changing the filter cartridge:
Follow ZODIAC’s recommendations and those of the filter’s manufacturer. Follow the
manual or the engine manufacturer’s instructions.
Fuel is extremely inflammable. SWITCH OFF THE ENGINE, disconnect the battery and do
not smoke or install the kit near to a naked flame. Put a drainage funnel under the place where
the cartridge will be replaced.
Before replacing the filter, the pressure in the fuel feed system must be released.
III-1-4-Using the fuel circuit cut-off valves
NOTE: - When not using your boat, close the fuel circuit valve.
- When you are going to use your boat, open the fuel circuit valve.
Fuel circuit valve
Open Fuel circuit valve Closed

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INSTALLATION AND CIRCUIT - Fuel
III-1-5-Recommendations
WARNING
IN THE EVENT OF A PETROL LEAK OR A FIRE, THE
PETROL CIRCUIT CLOSING VALVE LOCATED ON THE
TANK ENABLES THE TANK TO BE CUT OFF FROM THE
PETROL CIRCUIT AND MUST REMAIN CLOSED.
WARNING
;HAVING A FULL TANK AVOIDS CONDENSATION
APPEARING ON EACH OUTLET.
;GET THE TANK CLEANED EVERY FIVE YEARS.
;CHECK THE TIGHTENING OF THE CLAMPS ON ALL
HOSES.
;WHEN DRAINING THE FILTER, DO NOT EMPTY
THE WATER INTO THE BOAT. USE A CONTAINER
UNDER THE FILTER.
;CUT OFF CONTACT BEFORE DISMANTLING THE
FILTER CARTRIDGE.
;CAREFULLY READ THE INFORMATION ON THE
FILTER’S INSTRUCTIONS.
WARNING
;PETROL IS EXTREMELY INFLAMMABLE. MAKE
SURE THAT ENGINES ARE TURNED OFF BEFORE
WORKING ON THE FUEL SYSTEM.
DO NOT SMOKE; KEEP ALL NAKED FLAMES OR
INCANDESCENT BODIES WELL AWAY FROM THE
WORK AREA.
WARNING
;NEVER DRILL THE TANK AREA WITH A DRILL BIT
PROTRUDING MORE THAN 30 MM FROM THE DRILL
HEAD (MARK ON THE DECK BY A HATCH) AND DO
NOT USE SCREWS OVER 20 MM LONG.

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INSTALLATION AND CIRCUIT - Electricity
III-2-Electricity
III-2-1-Layout diagram (an A3 drawing is supplied with the console connection unit).
Note: Coupler not fitted