Dufour 41 - Flooding; Fire Protection; Installation

ENGLISH 11-07-2023 19/95 DUFOUR 41
VI. FLOODING
To prevent the risk of the boat flooding:
- Before setting out to sea, systematically check that all portholes and deck hatches, or any
other opening that could allow flooding, are closed.
- When at sea, close all seacocks when not in use, except for the engine water intakes.
- Never exceed the recommended maximum load.
- The level of water in the bilges must be kept to a minimum.
- Do not place heavy loads at heights so as to avoid destabilising the boat.
On a regular basis, check:
- The seals on thru-hull fittings, seacocks and pipes.
- That cockpit drains are emptying smoothly.
- Leaktightness of stern glands or sail-drive seals.
WARNING
Cockpit locker lids must be closed prior to setting sail. This is vital for lockers that present a
major flooding risk.
VII. FIRE PROTECTION
Installation
Since fire extinguishers are subject to compliance with national regulations, they are not supplied
with the boat.
However, once in service, this boat must be equipped with portable fire extinguishers that have the
following fire extinguishing capabilities and are installed at the following locations (see sketch in
Annex):
- N° 1 – cockpit locker, within reach of the helmsman - fire extinguishing capability 1 kg - 5A34B
- N° 2 – central benchseat in the saloon - fire extinguishing capability 1 kg - 5A34B
- N° 3 – forward cabin - fire extinguishing capability 1 kg - 5A34B
Should you choose to install carbon dioxide fire extinguishers, note that these can only be placed
in living quarters containing live electrical equipment (such as electric engines, battery
compartments, electric panels) or flammable liquids (i.e. the galley).
All replacement parts must be compatible with the fire-fighting system. They must be marked with
the same indications and be technically equivalent.
There must also be a fire blanket stored within reach of the galley; this can be particularly useful
should oil catch fire in a pan on the cooker.
Similarly, the deck must be protected by a fire bucket fitted with a drop panel stored in a readily
accessible locker.
Any non-flammable materials kept in the engine bay must be securely stored in such a way that
they cannot fall on the machinery, or block the entrance or exit of the engine bay.