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OWNER'S MANUAL
YACHT DESIGN CATEGORY: A
COMPLIANT WITH EUROPEAN DIRECTIVE 2013/53/EU
ENGLISH 28-04-2020
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DUFOUR 530

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  • Page 1 OWNER'S MANUAL YACHT DESIGN CATEGORY: A COMPLIANT WITH EUROPEAN DIRECTIVE 2013/53/EU ENGLISH 28-04-2020 1/97 DUFOUR 530...
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  • Page 3 English language. Date: Signature: Detach along dotted line  ……………………………………………………………………………………………………… …………. Owner's Manual receipt acknowledgement to be returned to DUFOUR 11, Rue Blaise Pascal- 17187 PERIGNY CEDEX- FRANCE I, the undersigned: Name: Address: DUFOUR 530 owner of the...
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  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    X. HELM SYSTEM ..................................22 ......................................22 .................................... 23 MERGENCY TILLER XI. SAILING ....................................24 ....................................24 IELD OF VISION XII. FALL PREVENTION AND MEANS OF GETTING BACK ABOARD ....................25 XIII. LIGHTNING PROTECTION ..............................26 ....................................26 AINTENANCE ENGLISH 28-04-2020 5/97 DUFOUR 530...
  • Page 6 SKIN FITTING LOCATION DIAGRAM ..........................81 MECHANICAL INSTALLATION DIAGRAM .......................... 83 GAS SYSTEM DIAGRAM ..............................87 ENGINE VENTILATION CIRCUIT ............................89 HOLDING TANK INSTALLATION DIAGRAM ........................91 LIFTING DIAGRAM ................................93 NAVIGATION LIGHTS ............................... 95 ENGLISH 28-04-2020 6/97 DUFOUR 530...

  • Page 7: Introduction

    This manual is intended to cover as much information as possible, so certain equipment or paragraphs might not apply to your boat. In case of doubt, please refer to the inventory which should have been given to you by your agent when you placed your order. ENGLISH 28-04-2020 7/97 DUFOUR 530...

  • Page 8: General Information

    GENERAL INFORMATION Yacht design category DUFOUR 530 Your enters into design category OCEAN (category A). Under normal conditions of use, your boat is designed to sail in waves of a significant height over 4 m, winds of Beaufort force 8 and above, and to resist under more severe conditions.

  • Page 9: Builder's Plate

    Indicates a reminder about safety-related practices, or points out dangerous practices that could result in personal injury or damage to CAUTION the boat or its components, or to the environment. ENGLISH 28-04-2020 9/97 DUFOUR 530...

  • Page 10: Principal Specifications

    PRINCIPAL SPECIFICATIONS Model: DUFOUR 530 Constructor Dufour 11, Rue Blaise Pascal 17187 Périgny cedex FRANCE Architecture: Umberto Felci Interior design DUFOUR Design Yacht design category No. of the notified body CE/0607 CIN No. Primary means of propulsion Sail Length overall * 16.35 m...

  • Page 11: Weights And Displacements

    The second index (AVS, angle of vanishing stability) represents the heel angle at which stability is lost, in degrees. Loaded arrival Minimum operating condition condition (M (MLA) 35.51 STIX 41.24 109.6 ° 114.8° These values are those of the deep-keel version with a classic mast. ENGLISH 28-04-2020 11/97 DUFOUR 530...

  • Page 12: Electrical Systems

    In the case of 220 or 110 V installations, use only double-insulated or earthed equipment. Respect the instructions for installation when installing these devices (wire gauge, protection). To avoid maintenance problems, note any modifications to the electrical layout in the manual. ENGLISH 28-04-2020 12/97 DUFOUR 530...

  • Page 13: Batteries

    Connect the metallic housing of on-board electrical devices to the boat’s protection conductor (green conductor or green with a yellow stripe). Use double-insulated or earthed electrical appliances. CAUTION! When the boat is moored at the quayside, set the isolator to the open position. ENGLISH 28-04-2020 13/97 DUFOUR 530...
  • Page 14 (AC), in order to avoid any risks of injury or death due to electric shock, disconnect the AC shore supply line and the DC supply from the inverter before opening any electric panels or performing any work on the circuits. ENGLISH 28-04-2020 14/97 DUFOUR 530...

  • Page 15: Gas Installation

    Cut off the supply at the main supply valve(s). Extinguish any naked flames and other sources of combustion (heating appliances, cooking appliances, lights, etc.) Do not operate any electrical switches. Evacuate the area, if possible. ENGLISH 28-04-2020 15/97 DUFOUR 530...

  • Page 16: Safety Warnings

    It is essential to carry out a routine test at each boarding or every week in the case of prolonged presence on board. If the test shows that the device is faulty, it should be replaced by an equivalent device. ENGLISH 28-04-2020 16/97 DUFOUR 530...

  • Page 17: Drain & Sanitation System

    After the water-heater has been emptied, make sure that the element is covered before power is re-applied. Seacocks Seacocks are of the ¼-turn type: - OPEN position: handle in the direction of the seacock body, - CLOSED position: handle perpendicular to the seacock body. ENGLISH 28-04-2020 17/97 DUFOUR 530...

  • Page 18: Operation Of The Sea Toilets

    Leave the system empty if the vessel is to be left in below-freezing temperatures. During winter lay-up, use a food-grade, non-toxic antifreeze that complies with local regulations. VI. FLOODING To avoid the risk of flooding the boat: ENGLISH 28-04-2020 18/97 DUFOUR 530...

  • Page 19: Fire Protection

    If a CO2 extinguisher is fitted, the following information must be displayed close to its location: “This extinguisher contains CO2 - use only on electrical or cooker fires. To avoid suffocation after discharging, leave the area immediately. Ventilate before entering.” ENGLISH 28-04-2020 19/97 DUFOUR 530...

  • Page 20: Safety Instructions

    ● Place free-hanging curtains near the cooker or any other appliance which has an open flame. ● Store flammable substances in the engine compartment. ● Modify, or allow any non-qualified person to modify, any of the boat’s installations (especially electrical, fuel, or gas). ENGLISH 28-04-2020 20/97 DUFOUR 530...

  • Page 21: Engine

    Whenever possible, the engine must be stopped for any engine maintenance or checking operations. Otherwise, special attention must be paid to moving parts (propeller shafts, belts, etc.) in order to avoid any risk of injury. ENGLISH 28-04-2020 21/97 DUFOUR 530...

  • Page 22: Wintering

    X. HELM SYSTEM The steering system plays a vital role in the safety and comfort of your boat. Helm DUFOUR 530 is fitted with a dual wheel with a system of rudder cables and chains as well as with an emergency tiller.

  • Page 23: Emergency Tiller

    Emergency tiller CAUTION! ● The Dufour 56 is fitted with an emergency tiller which must be kept readily accessible; we advise stowing it in one of the nacelle cockpit lockers. ● It is designed only for sailing at reduced speed in the event of damage to the helm.

  • Page 24: Sailing

    Pay attention when you are moving from one helm position to another. CAUTION! Some large size forward sails (Genoa, code 0, spinnakers, etc.) may obstruct vision for a long time. Keep an active watch while they are in use. ENGLISH 28-04-2020 24/97 DUFOUR 530...

  • Page 25: Fall Prevention And Means Of Getting Back Aboard

    The DUFOUR 530 is equipped with a telescoping emergency ladder fixed to the aft gate. To use it, lower the aft gate by releasing the hoisting line and then unfold the ladder and pivot it into the correct position.

  • Page 26: Lightning Protection

    ● Certain products can also pose a risk to your safety and that of others, which is why it is important to read and follow the instructions for use. ● Chemicals must be labelled and stored in an appropriate place on the boat. ENGLISH 28-04-2020 26/97 DUFOUR 530...

  • Page 27: Safety Facilities

    Cradle pads must be positioned against structural elements in order to exert only the pressure necessary for the boat to be properly balanced. Take advantage of haul-outs to inspect the propeller, rudder, skin fittings and sensors. CAUTION! The aft lifting point is located near the propeller shaft. ENGLISH 28-04-2020 27/97 DUFOUR 530...

  • Page 28: Mooring, Anchoring, And Towing

    80% of the breaking strain of the corresponding anchor point. Moreover, the owner must take into consideration all necessary actions when attaching a tow line to the boat. ENGLISH 28-04-2020 28/97 DUFOUR 530...

  • Page 29: Guarantee, Transfer Of Ownership

    DUFOUR buyer/user, unless yacht-builders offer defect is discovered, and within eight (8) days for to waive them in full or in part. claims under the contractual guarantee. Any claim will ENGLISH 28-04-2020 29/97 DUFOUR 530...
  • Page 30 Furthermore, the request must indicate the exact circumstances under which the problem occurred. compliant with the contract and is liable for any defects In order to investigate the request, DUFOUR of compliance on delivery. ask for any details and appoint, at its own expense, a...
  • Page 31 Date of Purchase: ....................Signed at ........on ..............Seller Buyer DUFOUR , on: ......Return the copy within 15 days of completing the transaction to: SAV DUFOUR 11 rue Blaise Pascal 17187 PERIGNY CEDEX FRANCE ENGLISH 28-04-2020 31/97 DUFOUR 530...
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  • Page 33 21. SKIN FITTING LOCATION DIAGRAM ....................81 22. MECHANICAL INSTALLATION DIAGRAM ..................83 23. GAS SYSTEM DIAGRAM ......................... 87 24. ENGINE VENTILATION CIRCUIT ...................... 89 25. HOLDING TANK INSTALLATION DIAGRAM..................91 26. LIFTING DIAGRAM ......................... 93 27. NAVIGATION LIGHTS ........................95 ENGLISH 28-04-2020 33/97 DUFOUR 530...

  • Page 34: Presentation

    Presentation ENGLISH 28-04-2020 34/97 DUFOUR 530...

  • Page 35: Accommodation Layout

    2. Accommodation layout Label Description 3-cabin version Double-berth cabin * Skipper's cabin * Aft Pullman cabin * Forward Pullman cabin * Option ENGLISH 28-04-2020 35/97 DUFOUR 530...
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  • Page 37: Deck Fittings Layout

    SIMPLE PULPIT PORT PUSHPIT STARBOARD PUSHPIT MIDSHIP PUSHPIT SWIMMING LADDER COACH ROOF GRAB RAIL FUEL DECK PLATE SELF-TACKING JIB TRACK GENOA TRACK Option MAINSHEET TRACK Navigation+ pack ALUMINUM MOORING CLEAT COAMING WINCH HELMSMAN WINCH ROOF WINCH ENGLISH 28-04-2020 37/97 DUFOUR 530...
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  • Page 39: Sail Plan

    6.00 m 6.90 m 4.93 m 4.93 m Self-tacking jib LP 6.12 m 6.12 m Genoa LP* Mainsail area 65 m² 81 m² 45 m² Self-tacking jib area 59 m² 60.5 m² Genoa area* *Option ENGLISH 28-04-2020 39/97 DUFOUR 530...
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  • Page 41: Running Rigging, Sheets And Halyards Layout

    Furling line Genoa sheet Genoa traveller sheet Spinnaker / Code 0 sheet Spinnaker / Code 0 tack D80 mast foot block D72 single block D90 single block D72 becket block D90 fiddle block Standard Option ENGLISH 28-04-2020 41/97 DUFOUR 530...
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  • Page 47: Electrical Panel Diagram

    6. 220V electrical panel diagram Label Description Battery charger Water heater Power socket Power socket Differential circuit breaker ENGLISH 28-04-2020 47/97 DUFOUR 530...
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  • Page 49: Circuit Diagram

    Charger Watertight water heater socket Water heater 220V – 10A non-convertible socket 220V – 10A convertible socket* Connector G 220V electrical cabinet Electrical wiring colours Light blue Green Brown Black Green/yellow White Option Not supplied ENGLISH 28-04-2020 49/97 DUFOUR 530...
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  • Page 51: Circuit Diagram With Options

    Combi Quattro control panel* 12V/220V/3000W Combi Quattro* Auxiliary battery installation 500A fuse* A/C circuit breaker cabinet* Optional circuit breaker cabinet* Generator ground plane* Engine battery Electrical wiring colours Light blue Green Brown Black Green/yellow White Option Not supplied ENGLISH 28-04-2020 51/97 DUFOUR 530...
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  • Page 53: Electrical Installation Diagram

    12V/220V/2kW inverter* 220V electrical cabinet 16000BTU A/C unit* 12000BTU A/C unit* Desalination unit* Desalination unit panel* Desalination unit filter* Desalination unit membrane* Generator* Generator electrical cabinet* A/C electrical cabinet* 220V electrical cabinet (other options)* Option ENGLISH 28-04-2020 53/97 DUFOUR 530...
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  • Page 55: Fuse Location Diagram

    Differential circuit breaker 32A: General generator protection* Zone I - 220 V Double-pole circuit breaker 32A: General shore protection Double-pole circuit breaker 50A: General protection A/C option* Zone J - 12 V Strip fuse 80A: GE option* ENGLISH 28-04-2020 55/97 DUFOUR 530...
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  • Page 57: Charging And Power System Diagram

    Engine battery isolator Windlass relay Bilge fan relay 5 A fuse Bilge fan Windlass battery isolator Windlass fuse 160A Windlass charger Windlass battery EVC VOLVO relay Bolt - (electrical panel) Bolt + (electrical panel) MM- Engine earth ENGLISH 28-04-2020 57/97 DUFOUR 530...
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  • Page 60: Electric Panel

    FU11 Cabin lights Bilge pump Cockpit fridge Display screen FU18 Source indicator AC supply Frontal USB socket Navigation lights indicator N.B.: depending on the type of boat or options, some features may not be active. ENGLISH 28-04-2020 60/97 DUFOUR 530...
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  • Page 62: Electrical Panel Rear Wiring

    AC Source Indicator – Generator Auxiliary and Optional battery installation voltage indicator Greywater holding tank level indicator CAN bus RS485 bus LIN bus N.B.: depending on the type of boat or options, some features may not be active ENGLISH 28-04-2020 62/97 DUFOUR 530...
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  • Page 64 No.2 WATER Tank Level Inlet 0-180Ω No.1 Holding Tank Level Inlet 0-180Ω No.2 Holding Tank Level Inlet 0-180Ω No.3 Holding Tank Level N.B.: depending on the type of boat or options, some features may not be active ENGLISH 28-04-2020 64/97 DUFOUR 530...
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  • Page 66: Electrical Installation Diagram

    Chart table reading light Engine and auxiliary battery isolator 12V watertight power socket Alternator Starter Speed / depth sensor* Saloon speaker Refrigeration/freezing unit* Windlass batteries Charge splitter Windlass battery isolator Aft gate cylinder Electric companionway engine* Option ENGLISH 28-04-2020 66/97 DUFOUR 530...
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  • Page 68: Lighting Circuit

    15. Lighting circuit Label Description Round downlight + switch LED reading light Black neoprene reading light Chrome mini-button Saloon downlight Built-in LED hose Bathroom downlight Impulse relay Watertight LED downlight Rail-mounted LED hose Courtesy light ENGLISH 28-04-2020 68/97 DUFOUR 530...
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  • Page 70: Rudder System Diagram

    Rudder blade + stock Rudder trunk Lower bearing Lower bearing and rudder rings Top bearing Section stops Steering wheel Hydraulic pilot cylinder Option Helm angle indicator Option Emergency tiller Quadrant Helm pedestals Pilot hydraulic unit Option ENGLISH 28-04-2020 70/97 DUFOUR 530...
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  • Page 72: Gas System Diagram

    T-shaped olive connector* Black PVC sheath (protection) PVC tube (protection) G1/4 quick-closing valve – D8 tube G1/4 – G1/4 1m hose G1/4 – G1/4 1m hose* Cooker/Oven Built-in foldaway 6x8 insert / tube Option Not supplied ENGLISH 28-04-2020 72/97 DUFOUR 530...
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  • Page 74: Abandon Ship Plan

    Central saloon banquette: 1 kg powder fire extinguisher 5A/34B ** Forward cabin: 1 kg powder fire extinguisher 5A/34B ** Skipper's cabin (option)** Engine compartment extinguisher hole Emergency exit Fire blanket (recommended location)** Mechanism that facilitates evacuation through the fore hatch Not supplied ENGLISH 28-04-2020 74/97 DUFOUR 530...
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  • Page 77: Freshwater System Diagram

    Bathroom single-lever mixer tap 1/2" 3-way manifold 3/4"-1/2” MF reducer 1/4 turn FF 1/2” valve 3/4" WX F connector 1/2" WX M connector Washing machine connection* Exterior sink mixer tap* Deck seawater intake* Shower mixer tap Option ENGLISH 28-04-2020 77/97 DUFOUR 530...
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  • Page 79: Drainage System Diagram

    20. Drainage system diagram Label Description Automatic bilge pump Ø25 discharge hose Submersible bilge pump Skin fitting 1" Manual bilge pump D25 Strainer with non-return valve Ø25 discharge hose Manual bilge pump Skin fitting 1" ENGLISH 28-04-2020 79/97 DUFOUR 530...
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  • Page 81: Skin Fitting Location Diagram

    1’’ Electric bilge pump discharge 1’’ Manual bilge pump discharge Seawater intake – A/C* 3/4'’ Seawater intake – Desalination unit* 1/2’’ 3/4'’ Seawater intake - Generator* Seawater intake – D3 -110 engine* 1’’ 1/4 Option ENGLISH 28-04-2020 81/97 DUFOUR 530...
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  • Page 83: Mechanical Installation Diagram

    D2 -75 exhaust pipes D2 -75 seawater pipes D100 plastic elbow section Starter battery Battery isolator D90 exhaust outlet 1’’1/4 seawater filter Morse steering box 2.5’’ engine screen* Engine control box* Rev counter Engine control panel Option ENGLISH 28-04-2020 83/97 DUFOUR 530...
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  • Page 87: Gas System Diagram

    Port tank draft Starboard tank attachment cross-piece ISO 21487 plate Port diesel tank Starboard tank draft aft Starboard tank draft forward Plate for optional nozzle Resistive level sensor VOLVO fuel pre-filter Access plug Starboard diesel tank ENGLISH 28-04-2020 87/97 DUFOUR 530...
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  • Page 89: Engine Ventilation Circuit

    24. Engine ventilation circuit Label Description Vent box D100 air flues D100 air inlet sheaths D100 exhaust grille D100 bilge fan ENGLISH 28-04-2020 89/97 DUFOUR 530...
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  • Page 91: Holding Tank Installation Diagram

    Ø50 waste deck plate 2’’ cock + skin fitting 20 mm Ø hose 38 mm Ø anti-odour hose 51 mm Ø anti-odour hose 3/4 chromed brass vent Polyethylene holding tank 50 Polyethylene holding tank, 35 L* U-bend Option ENGLISH 28-04-2020 91/97 DUFOUR 530...
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  • Page 93: Lifting Diagram

    26. Lifting diagram Label. Description See red triangular marker under deck-line Light displacement: (see Chapter II) Midship beam: 4.99 m Standard draft: 2.30 m ENGLISH 28-04-2020 93/97 DUFOUR 530...
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  • Page 95: Navigation Lights

    Under sail push Motor sailing push Mooring push Return Lights Off push Switch on 12V panel Red / green bow lights Range 2Nm Stern light Range 2Nm Steaming light Range 2Nm Mooring light Range 2Nm ENGLISH 28-04-2020 95/97 DUFOUR 530...
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