CATANA Group BALI 4.8 - User Manual

ENGLISH – October 2020 - IND B Page 1 of 142
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OWNER’S MANUAL
IN ACCORDANCE WITH EUROPEAN DIRECTIVE
2013-53-EU
DESIGN CATEGORY A
This document comprises 142 pages, numbered from 1 to 60, plus 82 pages of plans and diagrams.

Summary

INTRODUCTION

1. DESIGN CATEGORY OF THE BOAT

DESIGN CATEGORIES

Classification of boats by wind and wave conditions.

1.1. Degrees of danger

Explanation of warning symbols (Caution, Warning, Danger).

2. TECHNICAL CHARACTERISTICS OF THE BOAT

2.1. General specifications

Key dimensions, capacities, and specifications of the BALI 4.8.

2.2 Builder’s Plate

Explanation of data presented on the boat's builder's plate.

3. ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS

3.1. Safety advice and use of the electrical system

Crucial safety guidelines for the boat's electrical systems.

3.3 Batteries

Details on battery types, capacity, and maintenance.

3.6 AC Installation

AC system details and shore power connection.

4. GAS INSTALLATION

4.1 Instructions for use

Guidelines for safe operation of the gas system.

4.4. Changing the gas bottle

Safe procedures for replacing gas bottles.

5. INTERIOR LAYOUT

6. BILGE PUMP AND PLUMBING SYSTEM

6.1. Characteristics of the bilge pump float system

Technical details of the bilge pump system.

6.2. Fresh water pressure pumps

Information on fresh water pumps and filters.

6.6. Holding tank

Management and maintenance of the holding tank.

7. FLOODING

8. FIRE PROTECTION

8.2. Safety advice

General safety advice for fire prevention and response.

9. ENGINE

9.1. Launching the boat; making adjustments

Procedures for launching and initial engine checks.

10. FUEL SYSTEM

11. STEERING SYSTEM

11.2. Emergency tiller

Instructions for using the emergency tiller.

12. SAILING

12.1: Visibility from the helm station

Factors affecting visibility from the helm station.

13. RIGGING

13.1 Standing rigging

Checks and maintenance for standing rigging.

13.3 Mast

Checks and maintenance for the mast.

14. LIGHTNING PROTECTION

14.2. Personal protection during a thunderstorm

Safety advice during thunderstorms.

15. ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION AND SAFETY

16. SAFETY EQUIPMENT

16.1. Liferaft

Information on liferaft stowage and use.

17. HOISTING, TRANSPORT, STORAGE ASHORE

18. Anchoring, mooring and towing

19. HULL - MAINTENANCE

19.1. Preventative maintenance

Antifouling and hull treatment procedures.

19.3. Cleaning the deck

Procedures for cleaning the boat's deck.

20. DAVITS AND AFT DOOR (depending on options)

20.2. Pivoting aft door

Operation of the pivoting aft door.

21. TRANSFER OF OWNERSHIP

22. LIST OF PLANS

CATANA Group BALI 4.8 Specifications

General

Category	Catamaran
Draft	1.30 m
Cabins	4
Berths	8
Heads	4
Engine	2 x 40 HP