Beneteau 423 Owners Manual

BENETEAU 423 Page 1 of 76 Feb. 19, 2004 rev 02 OWNER’S MANUAL BENETEAU 423 HULL IDENTIFICATION NUMBER: US-BEY _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ OWNER’S MANUAL BENETEAU PART #: 112284 SUMMARY: I) INTRODUCTION ..................................................................................................................................... 3 II) ANTI-FOULING ....................................................................................................................................... 4 III) WARRANTY ............................................................................................................................................ 5 IV) HULL IDENTIFICATION NUMBERS .................................................................................................... 7 V) DEALER’S RESPONSIBILITIES ............................................................................................................ 7 VI) OWNER’S/OPERATOR’S RESPONSIBILITIES.................................................................................... 8 VII) SAFE OPERATION AND WARNING LABELS .................................................................................. 12 VIII) FEDERAL REGULATIONS................................................................................................................... 17 IX) COMMISSIONING ................................................................................................................................. 20 X) SPECIFICATIONS OF THE BOAT ....................................................................................................... 24 XI) INTERIOR LAYOUT ............................................................................................................................. 26 XII) DECK ...................................................................................................................................................... 28 XIII) SAILS AND RIGGING ........................................................................................................................... 29 XIV) FRESH WATER SYSTEM ..................................................................................................................... 43 XV) BILGE PUMP SYSTEM ......................................................................................................................... 46 XVI) SEACOCKS AND THRU-HULLS ......................................................................................................... 48 XVII) ELECTRIC SYSTEMS ........................................................................................................................... 50 XVIII) LP GAS SYSTEM ................................................................................................................................... 60 XIX) STEERING SYSTEM ............................................................................................................................. 62 XX) ENGINE .................................................................................................................................................. 63 XXI) HANDLING ............................................................................................................................................ 64 XXII) MAINTENANCE .................................................................................................................................... 65 XXIII) WINTERIZING PROCEDURES ............................................................................................................ 71 XXIV) ENVIRONMENT .................................................................................................................................... 76 EXPLANATION OF THE TYPOGRAPHY USED: DANGER WARNING TAKE CARE

BENETEAU 423 Page 2 of 76 Feb. 19, 2004 rev 02 RECEIPT OWNER’S NAME ………………………………………………………………………….. ADDRESS ………………………………………………………………………….. ………………………………………………………………………….. ………………………………………………………Zip:……………… Owner of the BENETEAU 423 number ……………………………………………………………. Does certify that I have accepted delivery and read the information in the owner’s manual delivered with the boat. Signed on this____day of_______in the year________, _________________________________________________ Owners Signature WARNING The use of any boat or boat equipment and going to sea can be dangerous. This manual is only a general maintenance guide, and it is not intended as an instructional manual on safety and seamanship. The safety and security of your boat and its passengers are solely the responsibility of the owner and/or the operator of the boat. Those not specifically and completely familiar with any particular aspect of the safe and appropriate operation of a boat (or any piece of boat equipment) must obtain lessons, gain knowledge and seek experienced advice, before proceeding to use a boat (or any piece of boat equipment). Your Beneteau dealer can advise you on the availability of boating courses, sailing lessons and professional instruction in your area. Please keep this portion for your records >>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>> cut here to separate>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>> RECEIPT OWNER’S NAME : ………………………………………………………………………….. ADDRESS : ………………………………………………………………………….. ………………………………………………………………………….. ………………………………………………………Zip:……………… Owner of the BENETEAU 423 number ………………………………………………………………. Does certify that I have taken delivery and read the information in the owner’s manual delivered with the boat. Signed on this____day of________in the year________, ________________________________________________ Owners Signature Please return this portion to BENETEAU USA, After Sales Dept, 1313 W Hwy 76, Marion, SC USA WARNING The use of any boat or boat equipment and going to sea can be dangerous. This manual is only a general maintenance guide, and it is not intended as an instructional manual on safety and seamanship. The safety and security of your boat and its passengers are solely the responsibility of the owner and/or the operator of the boat. Those not specifically and completely familiar with any particular aspect of the safe and appropriate operation of a boat (or any piece of boat equipment) must obtain lessons, gain knowledge and seek experienced advice, before proceeding to use a boat (or any piece of boat equipment). Your Beneteau dealer can advise you on the availability of boating courses, sailing lessons and professional instruction in your area.

BENETEAU 423 Page 3 of 76 Feb. 19, 2004 rev 02 I) INTRODUCTION Many parts and systems installed on your boat are supplied by other manufacturers and each carries a specific warranty and may require specific care. This manual supplements the literature supplied with the various equipment and we will refer to manufacture’s literature throughout this booklet. We recommend referring to original manufacturer's literature whenever possible. This manual is broken down into several sections that attempt to help explain your boat, your warranty, responsibilities as an owner, and maintenance of your new Beneteau. The systems and procedures described in this manual were correct to the best of our knowledge at the time of printing and may be changed at any time or may have been changed on your boat. While we have tried to describe the major points of your boat within this book, we cannot cover every detail. Owning a boat and the operation of it are complex issues that can only be mastered by vast experience and professional assistance. Please call your dealer or feel free to call us if any question should arise. If you are a seasoned sailor much of the manual may be old news, and if this is your first boat, we hope this will prove useful, but we advise you to seek out professional instruction through your dealer, sailing schools, the US Coast Guard auxiliary, US Power Squadron, etc. Should you need to contact Beneteau please use the following addresses and numbers, be sure to include your model and hull number with any correspondence. Beneteau Customer Service Beneteau USA Inc. (Customer Service Dept.) (Sales & Marketing) 1313 Highway 76 West 24 North Market Street, Suite 201 P.O. Drawer 1218 Charleston, SC 29401 Marion, SC 29571 Tel ( 843)-805-5000 Tel (843)-423-6459 Fax (843)-805-5010 Fax (843)-423-5516 We would like to sincerely thank you for choosing a Beneteau and we wish you good sailing. NOTE: Specifications, dimensions, capacities and descriptions are estimations given for general information purposes, and they are not contractual in nature.

BENETEAU 423 Page 4 of 76 Feb. 19, 2004 rev 02 II) ANTI-FOULING The primary function of your Beneteau is to maximize your boating pleasure. Your new Beneteau was made to last for many years. From the very beginning, care has been taken in building your boat. Your years of pleasurable ownership are dependent upon proper care and preparation. Between the gel coat and the fiberglass laminate, Beneteau applied a Vinylester resin that greatly reduces the phenomenon of osmosis and osmotic blistering. All materials used in the construction of your Beneteau are of high production quality. Sampling of materials and operational standards are monitored so that the structural design matches the engineered standard. This, coupled with the mastery of building techniques, allows Beneteau USA to offer you one of the most favorable structural warranties in the marine industry. Methodology for anti-fouling application when new: 1. Clean and degrease hull thoroughly using a denatured ethyl alcohol 2. Sand hull using sandpaper with a minimum grit of #220. (i.e., 220, 300, or 400) 3. Rinse with fresh water. DO NOT USE DETERGENTS. DO NOT PRESSURE WASH. 4. APPLY ANTI-FOULING TO MANUFACTURER'S DIRECTIONS. NOTE: It cannot be emphasized enough that thorough de-waxing must occur. Furthermore, if the gel coat is abraded with coarse sandpaper, the water imperviousness will be destroyed, and the warranty might be voided.

BENETEAU 423 Page 5 of 76 Feb. 19, 2004 rev 02 III) LIMITED WARRANTY Beneteau USA Inc. ("Beneteau USA") warrants to the original purchaser or any subsequent buyer during the time of this Limited Warranty (the "Owner"), that the boat, excluding parts or accessories not manufactured by Beneteau USA or Chantiers Beneteau, S.A., will be free from defects in material and workmanship for a period of ONE year from the date of the delivery to the original purchaser. In addition, Beneteau USA warrants to the Owner, except for the prototypes and boats from the California series, that the hull and deck structure of the boat will be free from defects in material and workmanship for a period of FIVE years from the earliest of the following events: delivery of the boat to the original purchaser, first date of utilization, last day of the boat model year. Beneteau USA's obligation under this warranty shall be limited to the repairing or replacing (or causing to be repaired or replaced), at Beneteau USA's option, the part or parts which are recognized defective by it in material or workmanship within the applicable warranty period to the exclusion of all other remedies. This Warranty shall apply only provided that the Owner presents the boat's Certificate of Origin and gives the selling dealer written notice of any claimed defect within 15 days after such defect is first discovered and satisfactory proof thereof. Warranty repairs do not result in a renewal or extension of the original Warranty for the boat or a part thereof. Transportation charges and duties shall be borne by the Owner. This Warranty does not extend to: (1) any losses due to misuse, accident, disaster, abuse, neglect, normal wear and tear or improper maintenance; (2) boats or any part thereof which have been repaired or altered without Beneteau USA's prior written approval; (3) accessories or parts not supplied by Beneteau USA or Chantiers Beneteau, S.A., or, parts or accessories installed during the process of manufacturing that were not manufactured by Beneteau USA or Chantiers Beneteau, S.A., for which the Warranty will be the one provided by the supplier of the part or accessory; (4) damages resulting from any modification made to the boat; (5) boats for rental, lease, or charter; (6) splits, discoloration, or cracks in the gel-coat (hull, rudder, and deck); (7) disorders in the hull, or deck such as, without limitation, blisterings, which are caused by use of improper maintenance products or by improper sanding of the gel-coat; (8) anti fouling, varnishes, paints, acrylon, naugahyde, fabrics, headliners, chrome, anodized coatings, keel coatings, sails, cushions, or running rigging, as these items are subject to deterioration caused by climate, erosion, normal use conditions, or wear and tear; (9) reasonable and necessary maintenance, including, but not limited to, periodic re-bedding of chain plates, stanchion bases, windows and/or window frames, and winches; (10) damages or deterioration due to the non-observance of maintenance recommendations as described in the owner's manual or non-compliance with the normal rules of boat maintenance; (11) failure to take reasonable measures necessary to protect the boat; (12) any damage or deterioration to the boat resulting from participation in a competitive sporting event. In addition, if (1) any structural damage to the boat is suffered as a result of any cause other than a defect in material or workmanship (whether or not such damage requires or results in any repairs to the hull or deck), or (2) any repairs or alterations to the boat of any nature whatsoever are made at a shipyard not approved in writing by Beneteau USA, then the five-year hull/deck Warranty set forth above will immediately thereupon terminate and be of no further force or effect. THIS WARRANTY IS EXPRESSLY IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES EXPRESS OR IMPLIED INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITATION THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE AND ALL OTHER LIABILITIES ON BENETEAU USA's PART, AND BENETEAU USA NEITHER ASSUMES, NOR AUTHORIZES ANY PERSON, INCLUDING THE DEALER, TO ASSUME FOR IT, ANY OTHER LIABILITY IN CONNECTION WITH THE SALE OF BENETEAU USA's BOATS. Beneteau shall in no event be liable to the Owner or any other person or entity for damages of any kind, including but not limited to direct, indirect, special or consequential damages, arising from the sale or in connection with the use or inability to use the boat for any purpose whatsoever, irrespective of whether the claims or actions for such damages are based upon contract, tort, negligence, strict liability, warranty, or otherwise. For the purpose of compliance with the Federal Boat Safety Act of 1971 and all notification procedures set forth therein, Beneteau USA requests that you complete the information requested below concerning your current address, which shall be returned to Beneteau USA by your Dealer. Beneteau USA reserves the right, at any time, to make changes in design or additions to or improvements in the boats without liability or obligation to incorporate such change, addition, or improvement in any boat manufactured prior thereto. This Warranty gives you specific legal rights. You may also have other rights which vary from state to state. --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- I hereby acknowledge that Beneteau USA Inc. Limited Warranty was attached to Dealer's purchase order in its entirety at the time that I purchased my boat from said Dealer; that I have read such Limited Warranty in its entirety; and that I have a copy of such Limited Warranty, as attached to Dealer's purchase order, for future reference. __________________________________________________________________________ Boat Model _________________________________________________________________ Signature __________________________________________________________________________ Hull # _____________________________________________________________________ Purchaser’s Name/Please Print Clearly __________________________________________________________________________ Dealer _____________________________________________________________________ Mailing Address of Purchaser __________________________________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________________________________ City State Zip __________________________________________________________________________ Date ______________________________________________________________________ (Area Code) Telephone Number

BENETEAU 423 Page 6 of 76 Feb. 19, 2004 rev 02 WARRANTY/REGISTRATION PROCEDURES Warranty Procedure Beneteau boats, unless specifically excluded, carry a one year limited warranty, as well as an extended hull and deck structural warranty (see official warranty form for details). As the first owner of your new Beneteau, your warranty only becomes valid upon receipt, by Beneteau, of the completed and signed warranty form. It is important that you were presented with this document at the time of your contract with your dealer and that both you and your dealer have signed this form. Your warranty will then take effect upon delivery to you of your new Beneteau. Registration Procedure As a new Beneteau owner you will automatically become a member of Club Beneteau. Club Beneteau will entitle you to many added benefits and advantages as well as providing you with a valuable line of communication with Beneteau. We will forward a new owner’s package directly to 30 day after recipt of the completed and signed warranty form from your dealer. Subsequent owners of Beneteaus are invited to become a member of Club Beneteau as well. We will automatically enroll these boat owners upon receipt of their warranty transfer cards. In the event that you change your address, please fill out and mail in the change of address card at the back of the manual (to the address below) so that you will not miss any of Club Beneteau's opportunities. You can also find a change of address form on line under CLUB BENETEAU at www.beneteauusa.com. If you have any questions concerning this procedure please feel free to contact Beneteau Customer Service at (843) 805-5000. Warranty Transfer For a period of five years from date of manufacture, your new Beneteau has a transferable, limited hull and deck warranty. In the event of selling your Beneteau, the new owner must be registered with Beneteau within 30 days of the date of sale for the warranty to be transferred. Please fill in the appropriate warranty registration card at the back of this owner’s manual and mail it to: Beneteau USA Inc. 24 North Market Street Suite 201 Charleston, SC 29401

BENETEAU 423 Page 7 of 76 Feb. 19, 2004 rev 02 IV) HULL IDENTIFICATION NUMBERS The hull identification or "BEY" number is a unique number given to your Beneteau alone. This number begins with "BEY" which has been assigned to Beneteau by the USCG followed by an alpha-numeric code which details the model, serial no., month of construction, year of construction and model year. Please clearly identify your boat using your model and "BEY" number during any correspondence with Beneteau. Your boat identification number appears in two places: The main hull identification number is located on the aft starboard side, near the transom, stamped into the hull, approximately 3 inches below the toerail. The second hull identification number is in a hidden area for anti-theft purposes. V) DEALER'S RESPONSIBILITIES Your Beneteau Dealer is an independent sales agency and they are a part of a worldwide distribution network, with dealers in 28 countries. A Beneteau Dealer, has certain obligations to you as the customer and to Beneteau as an authorized sales agency. A Dealer’s responsibility does not end with the sale of your boat. Your Dealer is responsible for the following: • Delivering your new Beneteau to you complete, as ordered in your purchase agreement. • Preparation of your boat for commissioning by their personnel, or another boat yard contracted by them to accomplish the correct commissioning procedures. • Checking of all systems on the boat for fit, proper function and to familiarize you with the usage of each system. • Sea trial of your new Beneteau with you as a final verification that all systems are in good order. • Providing customer support and spare parts after you take delivery and any warranty service under the terms of the limited warranty. All warranty questions/claims or processing should be directed through your dealer.

BENETEAU 423 Page 8 of 76 Feb. 19, 2004 rev 02 VI) OWNER'S/OPERATOR'S RESPONSIBILITIES STATE REGISTRATION OR FEDERAL DOCUMENTATION For State Registration please consult your Dealer or the State offices in charge of boating, who can provide the correct governmental department handling registration in your state. Your Dealer also should be able to advise you on the possibility of Federal Documentation with the US Coast Guard. SAFETY AND MAINTENANCE For maximum enjoyment of your Beneteau, due respect should be given to proper safety and maintenance procedures. Be sure that your boat is operated according to the U.S. Coast Guard Regulations as outlined in the "Federal Requirements for Recreational Boats". Please familiarize yourself with all operating requirements. Prepare yourself for any situation before going out on the water. Follow the instructions provided in the sections of this owner's manual, the individual supplier instruction manuals, and all applicable U.S. Coast Guard and other regulations. If you are not an experienced sailor, you should complete an accredited sailing course. Before leaving the dock, be sure that all your equipment is in working order, that you are aware of the weather conditions, and someone ashore is familiar with your destination or sailing activities. MANDATORY COAST GUARD SAFETY EQUIPMENT Many safety items are required for compliance with the U.S. Coast Guard regulations. Note that these regulations are subject to change. It is the owner's responsibility to be aware of current regulations as outlined in the "Federal Requirements for Recreational Boats". For your convenience a copy is included with your yacht’s documentation, and additional copies may be obtained by calling the U.S. Coast Guard Boating Info line at (800) 368-5647. Good safety equipment should be a priority of every sailor for the protection and comfort of passengers. Passengers aboard should be made familiar with the safety equipment and operation of the boat in the event of an emergency. Depending on the length, passenger capacity, and operating conditions, your boat must be equipped according to the current USCG requirements. Be sure that you operate your boat with the necessary number of life preservers, fire extinguishers, signaling devices, distress signals, navigation lights as referred to in the "Federal Requirements for Recreational Boats."

BENETEAU 423 Page 9 of 76 Feb. 19, 2004 rev 02 RECOMMENDED SAFETY EQUIPMENT Preparation is the key to safety on the water. Your new Beneteau has been fitted with the following equipment: • Compass - be sure that it is properly calibrated to give the correct magnetic reading. • A large capacity bilge pump. We recommend that you fully outfit your Beneteau with safety equipment that can be obtained through your dealer or marine supply outlets. These items should include but not be limited to: • Up to date nautical charts covering your intended cruising area. • Boat hook. • Large waterproof flashlight with spare batteries. • Fenders. • Docking lines - a good rule of thumb to follow dictates that your bow, stern, and spring line be equal to the length of the boat. • Life jackets, anchor, anchor chain and line, throwing line, flares, soft wooden plugs for thru-hulls, life ring, fire extinguisher, and foghorn. • Electronics - Depth Sounder, Log Speedometer, and VHF Radio. SAFETY COURSES It is recommended that owners and operators gain knowledge and experience in boat safety skills such as: (a) Navigation (b) Seamanship and boat handling (c) Rules of the road, international and inland waterway (d) Weather prediction (e) Safety at sea (f) Survival in bad weather (g) Respect for others on the water (h) First aid (i) Radio communication (j) Distress signals (k) Pollution controls To find out where one can attend these courses in your area, please call your dealer or "The Boaters Educational Course Line" at (800) 336-2628.

BENETEAU 423 Page 10 of 76 Feb. 19, 2004 rev 02 ANCHORING Various sea and bottom conditions require different anchoring systems. Your dealer can help in choosing rode size and length, anchor chains, and working and storm anchors most appropriate for your boat and location. In general, a minimum of two anchors should be carried at all times and enough anchor rode and chain necessary for the depth of water to be navigated during storm conditions. Certain anchors are useful for a variety of bottom conditions. Study the charts of the area to be navigated for information concerning bottom conditions and water depth. The greatest hazard with a sound permanent mooring is chafe, which can occur to the rode at the bow chocks. This is the single most common site of failure. Care is advised in the selection and protection of the rode pennant with appropriate chafing gear. Careful and regular inspection of moored boats on a regular basis is necessary to ensure the boat's safety. ADDITIONAL SAFETY EQUIPMENT A number of additional safety items are worthy of your consideration. These range from safety harnesses to emergency beacons, life rafts, and survival suits. Their use depends upon the intended use of the yacht. We suggest you investigate the necessity of these items through discussion with your dealer or local chandler. MEDICAL KIT Every yacht should carry a first aid manual, and a medical kit tailored to the specific needs of the owner. Any ship's store should carry a standard type medical kit. Items in the kit should include but not be limited to the following: • Aspirin • Motion sickness pills • Adhesive strips and tape • Ammonia inhalants • Antiseptic wipes • Antiseptic germicide ointment • Gauze bandages • Zinc oxide ointment • Sunscreen first aid/burn cream • Insect/bee sting relief ointment/spray • Sterile pads • Cold packs for sprains • Ace bandages & splints • Scissors & tweezers

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