Zodiac YACHTLINE 360 User manual

Volume 2
YACHTLINE
360 / 400
611 133 A
CAREFULLY READ THIS MANUAL BEFORE PUTTING YOUR ZODIAC INTO SERVICE.

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VOLUME 2
DESCRIPTION - BUOYANCY TUBE
PROPULSION SYSTEM
INSTALLATION AND CIRCUITS
CONTENTS
PAGE
I - GENERAL DESCRIPTION
I-1-Technical characteristics---------------------------------------------------------
2 - 3
I-2-Inventory----------------------------------------------------------------------------
4 - 5
I-3-Location of parts------------------------------------------------------------------
6 - 7
I-4-Handling-----------------------------------------------------------------------------
8 - 10
II - BUOYANCY TUBE
II-1-Major stages in fitting the buoyancy tube----------------------------------
11
II-2-Installing the buoyancy tube on the hull------------------------------------
12 - 13
II-3-Inflation system-----------------------------------------------------------------
14
II-4-Pressure -------------------------------------------------------------------------------
14 - 16
III - PROPULSION SYSTEM
17
IV - INSTALLATION AND CIRCUITS
IV-1-Fuel installation---------------------------------------------------------
18 - 20
IV-2-Electrical diagram-------------------------------------------------------------------
21
IV-3-Battery--------------------------------------------------------------------------------
22
IV-4-Storage of navigation light mast----------------------------------------------
23
IV-5-Connection of options------------------------------------------------------------
24 - 26
IV -6-Bilge pump operation--------------------------------------------------
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DESCRIPTION - TECHNICAL CHARACTERISTICS
I-1-TECHNICAL CHARACTERISTICS
Dimensions
YL 360
YL 400
(m)
3.60
4.00
(ft)
11’ 8”
13’ 1”
(m)
2
2.40
(ft)
6’ 7”
7’ 10”
(m)
1.77
1.77
(ft)
5’ 10”
5’ 10”
(m)
0.86
0.86
(ft)
2’ 10”
2’ 10”
(m)
0.455
0.455
(ft)
1’ 6”
1’ 6”
Certification
(Directive 94/25/EU)
C
Capacity
YL 360
YL 400
(ISO)
4
5
Maximum
kg (1)
605
735
lb(1)
1,334
1,621
kg (2)
200
218
lb(2)
441
481
Compartment
3
3
Engine
YL 360
YL 400
Minimum
recommended power
HP (3)
15
20
kW (3)
12
15
Maximum
recommended power
HP
40
50
kW
30
23
Maximum allowed
power
HP (3)
40
50
kW (3)
30
37
Maximum
Maximum engine
weight
kg
119
119
lb
262
262
Dimensions
YL 360
YL 400
a
a (4)
3.18 m
3.58 m
10’ 5”
11’ 9”
b (4)
1.40 m
1.40 m
4’6”
4’6”
c (4)
0.98 m
0.98 m
3’ 2”
3’ 2”

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DESCRIPTION - TECHNICAL CHARACTERISTICS
NOTE
Dimension tolerance: +/- 4%
NOTE
(1) The maximum payload has been calculated according to ISO 6185
standards. We recommend that you exercise caution when the boat is at
maximum capacity.
(2)The weights indicated do not include any accessories
(3) The recommended power corresponds to optimal use of the boat's
capacities for an average load (4 people).
(4)Hull dimensions without buoyancy tube.
Use the maximum authorized power with extreme caution (see
"Recommended operating procedure" chapter of Volume 1 of the
manual.)
WARNING
The maximum load on the manufacturer's plate should not be exceeded.
The maximum load includes the weight of the engine, fuel, accessories,
passengers and their equipment and any other type of load.
WARNING
Do not store flammable products in the rear compartment. It is strictly
forbidden to store a spare fuel tank.
ONLY ON 400DL:
WARNING
Limited manoeuvrability at speeds above 25 knots.
Risk of loss of control in tight turns.
Reduce speed* before turning in any direction.
* you can also vary the power trim and move the engine closer to the
transom.

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Seat with handles for the Yachtline 400

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DESCRIPTION - INVENTORY
I-2-INVENTORY
HULL
•Polyester hull
•Counter-moulded, anti-slip deck
•Added transom and "flap" hull shape
•Console with storage
•1 bow ring
•1 anchor locker + locker forwards of the console (only on the 400 YL)
•1 Aft locker
•4 upholstered seats on YL 360 (5 seats on 400 YL)
•2 aft anchoring cleats
•1 front polyester step with cleat, navigation lights and LEDs
•1 Folding and removable mast for white light
•1 Deck light
•3 Hinged lifting chain plates
•2 Towing chain plates
•2 Self-bailers + 1 Hull drain hole
BUOYANCY TUBE
•Removable buoyancy tube
•Hypalon-Neoprene 1100 decitex fabric
•Easy-Push valves
•Broad rubbing strip
•6 Handles
•Cone reinforcements
CONSOLE
•Steering wheel and remote steering control
•3 Switches
•Glove compartment

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DESCRIPTION - Inventory
STANDARD EQUIPMENT
•1 Fixed tank (35 litres + fuel gauge transmitter + water/fuel separator) with vent and anti-
overflow device
•Navigation lights and deck lights
•1 battery tray
•1 battery isolation switch
•Pre-fitted electric equipment to add extra accessories
•1 Bilge pump
•2 Paddles
•1 Foot inflator
•1 Repair kit
•1 Owner's manual (2 volumes)
•1 Pressure gauge cap
OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES
•Lifting kit
•Boarding ladder
•Rear seatback
•Synthetic teak deck
•Wind deflector

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DESCRIPTION –LOCATION OF ITEMS
I -3- LOCATION OF PARTS

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DESCRIPTION –LOCATION OF ITEMS
REF.
DESCRIPTION
1
Forward mooring cleat
2
Navigation lights
3
Front polyester step
4
Anchor locker
5
Console
6
Switches
7
Steering wheel
8
Glove compartment
9
Tilting aft seat
10
Towing / mooring rings
11
Transom
12
Lifting rings
13
Base of white light mast
14
Aft anchoring cleats
15
Tank filling system
16
Tank maintenance access hatch
17
Bow ring
18
Buoyancy tube
19
Fire extinguisher bracket
20
Self-bailer
21
Deck light
22
Scupper
23
Fairlead
24
Cable pull
25
Polyester step
26
Handle
27
Easy-Push valve
28
12V - cigarette lighter
29
Rear seatback
30
Synthetic teak deck
31
Wind deflector

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DESCRIPTION - HANDLING
I -4-HANDLING
I-4-1 Transport:
The trailer installation recommendations are specified in VOLUME I of the owner's manual.
I-4-2 Storage:
YL 360 (measurements in mm)
WARNING
The boat must rest on the bow line
(see sketch below).

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YL 400 (measurements in mm)
WARNING
The boat must rest on the bow line
(see sketch below).

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DESCRIPTION - HANDLING
I -4-3-Lifting:
WARNING
The lifting sling is available as an option; you must only use an AVON sling
for lifting.
These values are an
example
A
B
C
D
360 YL
(m)
1.25
1
1.45
1.4
(ft)
4’1”
3’3”
4’8”
4’6”
400 YL
(m)
1.25
1
1.45
1.4
(ft)
4’1”
3’3”
4’8”
4’6”
WARNING
No passengers on board while hoisting
CAUTION
•All equipment must be unloaded from the boat for lifting or davit
handling.
•The self bailer (item 20*) and the drain hole (item 22*) must be open to
evacuate any rain water in the cockpit.
* see chapter I-3 "Location of items"

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BUOYANCY TUBE –COMMISSIONING
II-1-FITTING THE BUOYANCY TUBE –MAIN STEPS
When assembling the boat, it is important that you follow the procedure in the correct order. Proceed
step by step, checking the reference pages for procedure explanations.
PROCEDURE
PAGE
SECTION
1. inventory the parts of your boat
and learn to recognize them
4-5
Inventory upon opening
6-7
Location of items
2. fit the buoyancy tube on the hull
11
Installing the buoyancy
tube
3. fit the internal protective flap
4. position the external protective flap
12
Fitting the protective flap
5. place the valves in the inflation position
14
Inflation system
6. inflate the boat to the operating
pressures
15
Inflating the boat
16-17
Pressure
7. fit the external protective flap
12
Fitting the protective flap

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BUOYANCY TUBE –COMMISSIONING
II-2 INSTALLING THE BUOYANCY TUBE ON THE HULL

IF THE BUOYANCY TUBE WAS STORED AT A TEMPERATURE BELOW
0°C / 32°F, LEAVE IT AT 20°C / 68°F FOR 12 HOURS BEFORE
UNFOLDING.
NOTE
The buoyancy tube is fitted to the hull with the buoyancy tube
deflated.
1
To facilitate the positioning of the buoyancy tube, apply liquid soap (A) to the hull rails.
2
A B
Position the buoyancy tube’s (b) bolt rope (a) on the hull’s rail.
3
- Pull the buoyancy tube towards the boats stern (Do not forget to guide the upper bolt rope C).
- Repeat for the other side of the buoyancy tube
C

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BUOYANCY TUBE –COMMISSIONING
4
Install the internal rubber guard
5
6
Fix the internal protective flap
7
After fixing the internal protective flap on the hull, pull the buoyancy tube gently towards the
forward section in order to send the external protective flap over the forward nose (do not
attach it at this point). Then pull the buoyancy tube towards the aft end.
NOTE
The external protective flap should be fixed
after the buoyancy tube has been inflated
THEN BEGIN INFLATION

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BUOYANCY TUBE –INFLATION SYSTEM
II -3-INFLATION SYSTEM
INFLATOR
a. adaptor
b. tube nozzle
c. tube base
d. inflation valve
"EASY - PUSH" VALVES
To change position
in inflating position
in deflating position
Push
The membrane is closed, the
plunger is up
The membrane is open, the
plunger is down
BUOYANCY TUBE –PRESSURE
INFLATING THE ENGINE
Place all the valves in the inflation position.
Attach the hose connector to the inflation pump inflation port.
To inflate your boat properly, the inflation pump should be correctly placed on the ground.
The boat inflates rapidly if the inflation pump is used smoothly and without haste.
WARNING
Do not use a compressor or compressed air cylinder.
a
b
c
d

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BUOYANCY TUBE - PRESSURE
INFLATING THE BUOYANCY TUBE
•Place the adapter corresponding to the diameter of the semi-built in valve at the inflation
pump hose nozzle.
Inflate the buoyancy tube, balancing the pressure between the different compartments until
the partitions (a) are no longer visible (pressure = 240 mb)
Never put a compartment
under pressure while the
others are still fully
deflated.
a
1
2
Inflation is completed: Screw on the inflation valve plugs.
NOTE:
A slight loss of air is normal before the cap is screwed on.
Only the plugs provide final airtightness.
BUOYANCY TUBE - PRESSURE
CORRECT PRESSURE
The correct pressure for the buoyancy tube is 240 mb/ 3.4 PSI.
The ambient temperature of the air or the
Ambient temperature
Pressure inside the
buoyancy tube
water proportionally influences the
internal pressure of the buoyancy tube:
+ 1°C
+ 4 mb / + 0.06 PSI
- 1°C
- 4 mb / - 0.06 PSI
Thus it is important to anticipate:
Check and adjust the pressure of inflatable compartments (by inflating or deflating)
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between the morning and evening in hot regions) and check that the pressure does not
leave the recommended pressure zone (from 220 to 270 mb / green zone).
LOW PRESSURE RISK:
Example: Your boat is exposed to direct sunlight on the beach (temperature=50°C) at the
recommended pressure (240 mb/3.4 PSI). When you launch the boat (temperature = 20°C), the
temperature and pressure in the inflatable compartments will jointly drop (up to 120 mb) and
you must then re-inflate them until the millibars lost due to the difference between air and
water temperature are regained. It is normal to observe a drop in pressure at the end of the day
when the outdoor temperature drops.
RISK OF OVERPRESSURE:
EXAMPLE: Your boat is inflated to its recommended pressure (240 mb/3.4 PSI) at the
beginning or end of the day (low outside temperature = 10°C). Later in the day, your boat is
left in the sun on the beach or on the deck of a boat (temperature = 50°C). The temperature
inside the inflatable compartments may rise to 70°C (particularly for dark buoyancy tubes),
doubling the initial pressure (480 mb). You must then deflate the boat to return to the
recommended pressure.
WARNING
If your boat is overinflated, the pressure will abnormally wear the inflatable
structure which may lead to a breach of the assembly.
BUOYANCY TUBE - PRESSURE
IN THE EVENT OF OVERPRESSURE
EASY-PUSH VALVE:
Release air by pressing the
valve plunger

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PROPULSION SYSTEM
III - Propulsion system
Comply with Zodiac's recommendations and with the engine manufacturer's recommendations.
For optimal use of your boat, please consult your dealer.

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INSTALLATION AND CIRCUIT - FUEL
IV-1-Fuel installation
IV-1-1-Fuel tank
The tank is located under the steering console:
REF.
DESCRIPTION
1
Tank
2
Outlet for fuel supply to the engine
3
Filling hole
4
Vent
5
Overflow compartment drain hole
6
Gauge transmitter
7
"Overflow" compartment
8
Filler cap with integrated vent
9
Tank maintenance hatch
WARNING
It is vital to have a gauge dial. It is supplied with the engine. If your boat
does not have one, contact your dealer.
The probe supplied is to American standard:
Impedance (tank empty position) 30 Ohms
Impedance (tank full position) 240 Ohms
All the dials on the market are compatible, with a few very rare exceptions
To connect it, refer to the electrical diagram page 22.