Elan Impression 50.1, Athena (2021)
Elan Impression 50.1, Athena is moored at Marina Kornati Biograd, Croatia.
It's been produced in 2021 year and with a simple and elegant layout, it has 5 cabins that are ideal for accommodating 12 people with 2 toilets, so it has perfect dimensions for short and long journeys on the Adriatic sea.
Onboard, the level of comfort exceeds all expectations.
Technical information
| Base | Dalmacija Zadar, Marina Kornati Biograd |
| Model: | Elan Impression 50.1 |
| Cabins: | 5 |
| Berths: | 12 |
| Berths (+): | 12 (10+2) |
| Heads: | 2 |
| Length (m): | 15.18 |
| Beam: | 4.68 m |
| Draught: | 2.23 m |
| Length at waterline: | 13.76 |
| Engine: | 1 x 75 HP |
| Water capacity: | 605 l |
| Fuel capacity: | 255 l |
| Service type: | Bareboat |
| Deposit (€): | 2500 |
Electric panel
Control panel + Main switch
Particular functions are marked next to every switch on the panel and explained by our skippers during the check in.
The main power switch is located under the floor in the saloon.
By turning off service switch all the electricity on board shuts down. The possibility is primarily used in an emergency situation, for example in case of fire.
Fuses and shore power indicator
LEDS near every switch indicate whether the particular device is on or not.
Make sure to check the shore power connection by checking the 220 V (green light on the panel). Please connect to the shore power cable whenever you have the opportunity.
Its located in right stern cabine.
Inverter
Please make sure that all devices connected to the inverter should be used only as long as necessary, for example, until mobile phone battery is charged, after which it should immediatelly be disconnected. Keep in mind that the invereter consumes the electricity even if there is no device connected to it, so in order to preserve enegry, please switch it off after every use.
Its located under the captain's table.
Valves
Gas valve in the galley
It is located in galley below the stove .The valve is open when the lever is in horizontal position and closed when it is in vertical position.
Gas valve in the cockpit
Turn to open or close. When the stove is not in use, please close the valve. When changing the bottle, lay it on the side, hold the valve and slowly turn the bottle until it is tight.Sanitation
Toilet
By pulling and pushing the lever you can pump the seawater in and out of the toilet bowl.If the small lever of the pump is in the left position, the water goes in and out in the same time. If it's in the right position, the water goes only out.
After the use leave small lever in that position in order to avoid the water return.
Make sure both seacocks are open when using the toilete.
After the use please close both of them.
CAUTION!!!!
DO NOT throw paper tissues, napkins or other garbage in the toilet bowl because it may vlog the drain pipes.
To avoid unpleasnt situation and extra expenses, please dispose teh toilet paper and other garbage into a plastic bag.
Engine and engine control panel
Engine compartment
All engines are regularly maintained by our mechanics.Nevertheless, to be sure it is working properly, check the oil and water levels regularly, as well as inspecting the engine visually.
The procedure of controlling the engine will be elaborated by our skippers during the check-in
Engine control panel:engine start/stop,gear lever,fuel level indicator,hour meter
Starting the engine:1. Switch on the electric contact (button on the upper left side of the EVC panel).
2. Hold the start switch with light pressure (upper right on the EVC panel) for about 10 seconds (preheat)
3. Push the button fully to start the engine
4. The gear lever must be in neutral position,otherwise you will not be able to start the engine
Stopping the engine:
1. Push the stop button (lower right on the PVC panel)
2. Switch off the electric contact
Please return the gear lever to the neutral position before shutting down the engine.
Cruising speed is at about 2500 RPM. Faster than that puts great tension on the engine and the clutch and could result in damage.
Navigation instruments
Chartplototter & Autopilot
During the check – in, our skippers will explain the basic functions of all instruments. For more in-depth information you can consult user manual which is located in one of the cupboards in the galley.
GPS and charterplotter are located near the right rudder and the user manual is in the one of the cabinets in the galley with other manuals.
Anchor
Anchor and chain compartment + Electric windlass
During the maneuver please attach the compartment hatch to the fence using the provided rope with the hook. Please make sure the anchor doesn't hit the bow during anchoring procedure.While lowering the anchor, engine should be turned on and in neutral running mode approximately 1500 rpms untill you release wanted lenght.After that put the gear lever to neutral and engage it slowly back to check that the anchor is holding well.
CAUTION!!!
Just before you start lifting the anchor, engage the forward gear for 2-3 seconds (with minimum gas, just to get a slight push forward in the direction of the anchor). That way you will prevent the windlass to pull the whole boat, which can seriously damage it.
To avoid injury, wear gloves and shoes while operating the windlass.
The chain is marked every 10 m with a red mark.
Deck and dinghy
Cockpit shower
The boat is equipped with cockpit shower.Please pull out the hose with care to avoid damage.
After the use check whether the tap is closed.
Dinghy & Outboard engine
To avoid damage to impeller, please always start the outboard engine in water.When dinghy is not in use, please return it to its position on the deck; if you tow it behind the boat, there is a chance of losing it along the way, and that case is not covered by any insurance.
Also, DO NOT tow the dinghy while the outboard engine is still mounted on it.
After each use please return the outboard engine to its place onboard.
Bilge
Bilge pump
Automatic bilge pump is located in sallon under the floor.If there is water in the bilge, the floating switch starts the pump.
Safety equipment
Lifejackets & Liferaft
All lifejackets will be in the salon during check in reafy for your inspection, so please during the check out leave them in the same place so we can check them. Liferaft is located in cockpit in one of the locker.Hints & Tips
In case of any damage that can be repaired on spot by yourself or with a help from a thired person, please immediately contact our base in order to arrange eventual expense coverage in needed.
When returning to our base, please enter between the piers in reverse gear because the space between them is rather narrow.