Concept for BELLE

 

We are attracted to most of the features and characteristics of the established traditional narrowboat designs that have been adapted for residential use, so we will endeavour to achieve the same with BELLE whilst also incorporating our own key requirements.  Achieving a balanced solution has been far from simple and we have had numerous debates and there have been many iterations of the layout drawing and the specification.  On the whole, we believe that we have incorporated most, if not all of our requirements without causing any major impact to the external appearance of BELLE and we have avoided loading the cost and/or causing any maintenance issues and/or presenting the boat builder with any challenges, etc.

 

Our key requirements; the features that are important to us - follow this link if you want to learn some more about any of the design solutions:

 

*      Stowage for at least one, but ideally two motorcycles

*      Maximum living space and storage space whilst avoiding clutter

*      Adequate access / egress during normal use and in emergencies

*      Maximum width hatch at the stern - to facilitate two standees

*      Stern seating for two

*      Maximum security for doors, hatches and windows

*      Good thermal insulation and weatherproofing

*      Office workspace

*      High levels of natural and artificial lighting for the interior

*      Avoiding the ‘railway carriage’ effect [long, straight corridors]

*      Accommodation for occasional guests

*      Adequate on-board electrical, gas, diesel and water supplies

*      Adequate dry and wet waste retention

*      Creature comforts [e.g. TV, radio, DVD, telephone, etc. ]

*      Washer/dryer installation

*      Adequate room heating and water heating and ventilation

*      Own space when required [e.g. for watching different TV channels, reading, etc.]

*      Comfortable bed

*      Adequate work surfaces and appliances in galley

*      Adequate power and manoeuvrability

*      Maintenance friendly layout

*      Adequate auxiliary equipment

*      Wow factor!

 

We learned a few things en-route that should be considered for all narrowboat builds:

 

*      Compliance with the EU Recreational Craft Directive

*      Achieving the requirements of the Boat Safety Scheme operated by British Waterways and the Environment Agency

*      Assuring a satisfactory general standard of workmanship

 

 

Specification for BELLE

 

In our experience, the average boat builders’ specification is sparse.  If you get anything at all, then it is usually in the form of a one page bulleted list of the main features, accompanied by a very low quality sketch of the layout and a few photographs to give you an impression of the standard of fit-out you can expect.  There may be a choice of colours and a few optional extras [e.g. adding a bow thruster, roof hatch, or upgraded electrical supply, etc.).  If you have seen an example of one of their boats and it suits your requirements either directly, or with a few slight alterations and the workmanship appears to be OK and the price and delivery are competitive, then that is fine – go for it.

 

However, if you have your own requirements and your wish is to maximise your chances of getting the boat that you want rather than an ‘off-the-peg’ design, at the right price and with an acceptable standard of workmanship, etc., then there is no alternative to putting in the effort and driving up a reasonably detailed specification and scaled layout drawing for reliably conveying your requirements to the builder.  Discussing this specification and layout drawing with several builders and viewing their work will eventually lead to a decision on where you will get the best deal.

 

This specification has already been updated on numerous occasions as a result of meetings with boat builders, finding new information on other websites, magazine reviews, obtaining and comparing product literature from various equipment suppliers, bursts of inspiration, etc.  The version presented here forms the basis for the order for BELLE.  However, there are a few areas that still require definition - we have elected to finalise these particular areas during the build in the belief that it will be easier to do so at that stage and that the risks of it all going ‘pear-shaped’ are low.

 

It should be noted that, whereas this specification is quite detailed, the content is focussed on our key requirements – dependence has been placed in the boat builders’ correct interpretation and application of the EU Recreational Craft Directive and the Boat Safety Scheme.  Inevitably, there will be opportunities to physically check the work during the build and to express a view and/or any concerns that some feature or other may not be in accordance with the requirements, or for that matter, not following accepted sound engineering practice.

 

You can view the layout and livery drawing that forms the basis of our construction agreement for BELLE and the concept drawing for the removable gunwale sections at the bow here.

 

 

 

Narrowboat Specification                         “BELLE” 

Issue 07

16/01/2006

 

This specification is for a 65’ long traditional style narrowboat and it forms the basis of a construction agreement between the builder; Sandhills Narrowboats Limited and the purchasers; Mr & Mrs Wells.

1.0

General

1.1

The boat shall comply with the EU Recreational Craft Directive

<version to be agreed>

 

2.0

Boat Structure

2.1

Overall dimensions, interior and exterior layout and location/routes of all gas, diesel fuel, fresh water, waste water, heating and electrical services and equipment, windows, doors and hatches and access panels, lockers, cupboards and controls to:

Layout and Livery Drawing dated 16 January 2006 ***

 

Nominal Length           19812 mm       (65’-0”)

Nominal Beam            2083 mm         (6’-10”)

Nominal Height            2159 mm         (7’-1”)

Nominal Draft              559 mm           (1’-10”)

 

***Note that this drawing will be updated in due course to show more detail for the gas, diesel fuel, fresh water, waste water, heating and electrical services.

 

 

2.2

Steel to comply with BS EN10025 – S275

 

2.3

Hull base – 10mm thick steel minimum.

Step on centre line of boat at stern at water level.

 

2.4

Hull sides – 6mm thick steel minimum.

 

2.5

Bow deck – 6mm thick steel minimum.

All walking areas of bow deck to be diamond pattern steel tread plate.

 

2.6

Cabin walls – 4mm thick steel minimum.

To include stringers inside as an aid for fitting out.

 

2.7

Cabin roof – 4mm thick steel minimum.

 

2.8

Sacrificial anodes (x4).

Located 2 at bow and 2 at stern.

 

2.9

Wooden stable style cabin doors with glazed upper halves at bow.

Fitted with Yale type locks.

Lockable crossbar arrangement also to be fitted over doors.

Steps at bow (hinged) into saloon with storage under.

 

2.10

Cratch and cover at bow (x1).

Cratch to include opening glazed doors (x2).

Including all fixings and fastenings.

 

2.11

Stowage for motorcycle(s) at bow.

Slotted gunwale sections at bow (on both sides), each approximately 2’-6” long to provide roll-on / roll-off access between bow well deck and canal side/bank using a suitable ramp (aluminium / steel diamond pattern tread plate).

Ramp to be diamond pattern steel (or aluminium) tread plate stowed on roof when not in use.

See Drawing ‘Concept for Removable Gunwales’ dated 29 January 2006.

 

2.12

Fixing points for shackles (x4).

Located in bow well deck area (two on each side of boat) – to be used for attaching retention straps for motorcycle(s).

 

2.13

Cabin door at stern (x1).

Steel doors with maximum width sliding roof hatch.

To be fitted with Yale type locks.

 

2.14

Recessed cockpit sides.

<quote as an option>

 

2.15

Stern Seats.

Slat seat on steel posts/frame (x2)

One positioned on each side of tiller.

 

2.16

Engine access.

Access via suitably sized removable ply deck plate(s) incorporating ‘Hexagrip’.

 

2.17

Rubbing strakes (x4).

2-off fitted extending from bow to stern on both sides of boat.

2-off fitted around bow section on both sides of boat.

 

2.18

Roof Handrails (x2).

Fitted from bow to stern on both sides of roof – integrated box section type with lip on inside to aid grip.

 

           

 

 

2.19

Brass mushroom roof vents (x6).

1-off located in roof in each room.

 

2.20

Portholes 16” diameter - locking (x12).

Located on each side of boat at stern (x2), bedroom (x2), bathroom (x2 - frosted glass in bathroom), dayroom (x2) and galley/saloon (x4).

Aluminium – double glazed construction.

Outer ring - brass effect with lacquered finish.

Inner ring – wood

 

2.21

Side doors (x2).

One off (excluding roof hatch) in galley on starboard side.

One off (including roof hatch) in day room on port side.

Window inserts (x2) – Perspex in wooden frame.

Side doors, window inserts and roof hatch to be secured from inside boat using bolts / catches.

 

2.22

Houdini hatches (x3)

One off located in roof in bathroom.

One off located in roof in galley.

One off located in roof in saloon.

Aluminium – double glazed construction.

Outer frame - brass effect with lacquered finish.

Inner frame – wood.

 

2.23

Thermal insulation.

Spray foam insulation to be applied to roof and boat sides down to floor level.

 

2.24

Weatherproofing.

Boat to be suitably weatherproofed using sealing systems where appropriate.

Decks and roof to be self-draining.

Deck plate(s) to be seated on drainage channels – these channels to be routed so as to discharge from side of boat.

Small hatch to be provided in floor in stern / utility for accessing under floor area in the event that pump-out of accumulated water is required.

 

2.25

Boat pole stowage on roof – long (x1).

Boat pole stowage on roof – short (x1).

Landing plank stowage on roof (x1).

Located at stern end on port side.

 

2.26

Anchor point (x1).

Located at bow.

 

2.27

Mooring rope attachment points at stern (x2).

Mooring rope attachment point at bow (x1).

Mooring rope attachment point on roof at centre (x1).

 

2.28

Tiller / Rudder…. <form and size to be agreed>

 

2.29

Weatherproof control (*) panel (x1).

Located at stern in housing fixed to cockpit wall on starboard side at waist level.

Cables and wiring between control housing and deck / cabin to be protected by rigid trunking / tunnelling.

Control panel to include the following:

·             Master key – with engine starting position

·             Combined engine throttle and direction (F/N/R) controls – configured so as to allow higher engine speed selection when direction control is in neutral

·             Emergency engine stop control

·             Oil pressure gauge

·             Low oil pressure warning light

·             Water temperature gauge

·             High water temperature warning light

·             Engine speed indicator (rpm)

·             Battery voltage gauge

·             Battery charging fault light

·             Diesel fuel tank ‘A’ level gauge

·             Diesel fuel tank ‘B’ level gauge

·             Switch – Warning horn (button type)

·             Bow thruster controls

·             Switch – Tunnel light at bow

·             Switch – Navigation lights

·             Panel illumination and/or illuminated gauges.

 

 

2.30

Folding step access to roof (x4).

Located on cabin walls on both sides of boat at bow and stern.

 

2.31

Ballasting.

Boat to be ballasted to suit using concrete slabs sitting on timber slats.

 

3.0

Heating System

3.1

Diesel fired main heating system (x1)

Eberspächer Hydronic D5WS

Including:

·             Single panel wall mounted radiators (x3)

·             Heated towel rail in bathroom (x1)

·             Circulation pump (x1)

·             Control thermostat unit (x1)

·             Programmable controller (x1)

Connected to electrical system via isolation switch and suitably rated MCB.

Connected to cold water, hot water and diesel fuel systems using…. <to be agreed>

Radiators and heated towel rail to be located as shown (in orange) on:

Layout and Livery Drawing dated 16 January 2006.

 

3.2

Domestic hot water system (x1).

Including:

·             Insulated calorifier (42 litres) located in stern

·             Heated using engine cooling system, main diesel fired heating system and electrical immersion heater (240v.ac)

·             Control thermostat unit

·             Programmable controller

·             Control valve for separating heat sources

·             Pumping system (12v.dc) – incorporating automatic sensing and response to demand from sink in galley, wash basin / shower in bathroom.

Connected to electrical system via isolating switch and suitably rated MCB.

Connected to cold water, hot water and engine cooling systems using…. <to be agreed>.

 

3.3

Diesel fire/stove (x1).

Lockgate Refleks 2000.

Polished stainless steel finish (inc. stainless steel chimney / guard).

Located at bow door end of saloon on port side.

Ceramic tile surround / hearth.

 

4.0

Engine / Transmission

4.1

Engine (x1).

Beta Marine BV1903S (43hp).

Including:

·             Resilient mounts to boat structure (A/R)

·             Engine starting system (x1)

·             Engine exhaust system (x1)

·             Engine cooling system (x1)

·             Belt driven alternator ‘A’ (x1)

·             Belt driven alternator ‘B’ (x1)

·             Belt driven alternator ‘C’ (x1)

All piping and wiring necessary for connecting to the diesel fuel, water and 12v.dc / 240v.ac electrical systems via suitable isolating cocks, switches and protection devices.

Engine controls and status indicators to be integrated into control panel (*).

 

4.2

Single screw main propeller and shaft (x1).

Carried on suitable bearings / supports and incorporating sealing box / stern tube with greaser pump.

Propeller size and form to be matched to engine characteristics.

<make / model to be agreed>

 

4.3

Gearbox (x1).

Incorporating forward, neutral and reverse positions.

Beta Marine – see specification for engine.

 

4.4

Flexible coupling - gearbox to propeller shaft (x1).

Beta Marine – see specification for engine.

 

4.5

Weed hatch for main propeller (x1).

Including quick release fastener arrangement.

 

4.6

Hydraulic bow thruster (x1).

Controls – located in control panel (*).

Including PTO and pump and all items necessary for control/regulation, piping and thruster unit / tunnel, weed hatch / cover, etc.

<make / model to be agreed>

 

4.7

Bilge pump - Automatic (x1)

Bilge Pump – Manual (x1)

Located in engine bay.

Including automatic water level detection and control system.  Connected to 12v.dc electrical system via isolating switch and suitably rated MCB.

 

5.0

Electrical Systems

5.1

12v.dc electrical system

Sub-system for supplying all on-board 12v.dc systems (e.g. lighting, pumps, auxiliary engine controls and gauges, etc.), including:

·             110 ampere-hour lead-acid batteries (x5) suitable for domestic supply duties - located below stern deck in engine bay

·             Main battery isolator switch

·             Connected to alternator ‘A’ - <alternator rating to be agreed>

·             Suitable switches and MCB’s for all devices / sub-circuits

Sub-system for supplying engine starting circuits only, including:

·             95 ampere-hour lead-acid battery (x1) suitable for engine starting duties - located below stern deck in engine bay

·             Main battery isolating switch

·             Connected to alternator ‘B’ – <alternator rating to be agreed>

Battery monitoring system – digital readout.

 

5.2

240v.ac electrical system

Configured for supplying all on-board 240v.ac systems (e.g. washer, dryer, sockets for appliances in general, etc.)

Including:

·             240v.ac > 12v.dc combined inverter / battery charging unit

<make / model to be agreed>

·             240v.ac/3.5kW engine driven alternator ‘C’

<make / model to be agreed>

·             25m long shore line (240v.ac) with waterproof plugs – compatible with British Waterways electrical supply points.

·             Waterproof shore line (240v.ac) receptacle (socket) positioned at stern end of cabin, connected to rest of 240v.ac electrical system via suitable isolation switch and MCB / fuse unit.

·             Suitable switches and MCB’s for all devices supplied

All electrical supply and control equipment to be fitted into cupboards / lockers in stern section.

Automatic changeover for shore, battery and engine mounted generator supplies and inverter.

240v.ac sockets distributed about boat as follows:

·             Bedroom – switched single socket (x3) – <positions to be agreed>

·             Stern – switched double socket (x1) - <position to be agreed>

·             Galley – switched double socket (x2) - <positions to be agreed>

·             Saloon – switched double socket (x3) – <positions to be agreed>

·             Day room - switched double socket (x2) - <positions to be agreed>

All sockets to be chrome finish unless otherwise stated.

 

5.3

Speakers (x?).

Located in saloon ceiling – <make / model and quantity to be agreed>

To include routing of speaker wiring to audio unit

<location of audio unit to be agreed>

Speakers / audio equipment shall be free-issued to the boat builder.

 

5.4

TV aerial (x1).

Located on roof – including coax wiring and roof mounted connector arrangement near aerial and socket in saloon.

Socket to be located near low-level shelving / cupboard unit running along port side of saloon.

Aerial shall be free issued to the boat builder - <make / model to be agreed> Cable, plugs / sockets and wiring sundries to be supplied and fitted by the boat builder.

 

6.0

Lighting

6.1

Bedroom

Flush fitting ceiling lights (x4).

Location… <to be agreed>

Switched from one common switch on corridor side of bedroom.

Down-lighters / reading lights (x4).

Located under cupboards at head end of bed

Switched separately from each side of bed.

 

6.2

Bathroom / Toilet

Flush fitting ceiling lights (x4).

Location… <to be agreed>

Switched from one common switch near door.

 

6.3

Stern

Flush fitting ceiling lights (x2).

Location… to be agreed

Switched from one common switch located near stern door / steps.

 

6.4

Galley

Flush fitting ceiling lights (x4).

Location… <to be agreed>

Switched from one common switch located … <to be agreed>

 

6.5

Day Room

Flush fitting ceiling lights (x4).

Location… <to be agreed>

Switched from one common switch located … <to be agreed>

 

6.6

Saloon

Flush fitting ceiling lights (x6)

Location … <to be agreed>

Switched from one common switch on corner cupboard at bow end of saloon.

 

6.7

All flush fitting light fittings to be adjustable.

All light fittings and switches to be chrome finish unless otherwise stated.

 

6.8

Tunnel light (x1)

Brass light unit on pole.

Located at bow on cratch using Q/D fitting.

Including plug/socket connector arrangement fixed to bow structure.

<Make/model to be agreed>

 

7.0

Diesel Fuel System

7.1

Diesel tank ‘A’ (x1)

250 litre capacity tank incorporating standpipe filler with screwed cap, strainer and baffles (if required) – located at stern

Fitted with fuel level sender unit.

Connected to engine via suitable filter/strainer, stop tap and piping.

Fuel level sender unit connected to fuel level gauge ‘A’ in control panel.

 

7.2

Diesel tank ‘B’ (x1)

250 litre capacity tank incorporating standpipe filler with screwed cap, strainer and baffles (if required) - located at bow or stern <to be agreed>

Fitted with fuel level sender unit.

Connected to diesel fired central heating system and diesel heater/stove unit via suitable filters/strainers, stop taps and piping.

Fuel level sender unit connected to fuel level gauge ‘B’ in control panel.

 

8.0

Cold Water System

8.1

Fresh water tank (x1).

Tank with filler point incorporating a strainer and incorporating baffles if required.

Located at bow - stainless steel construction – 680 litres minimum capacity.  Including water level sensing / indicator arrangement.

 

8.2

Piped to….hot water calorifier, bathroom and galley via stop taps and filters/strainers.

 

8.3

Pumping system (12v.dc) – incorporating automatic sensing and response to demand from sink in galley, wash basin / shower / toilet and hot water calorifier.

 

9.0

Waste Water System

9.1

Waste water tank (x1).

xxx <to be agreed> litres capacity.

Polypropylene or steel construction.

Located in stern section (spanning width of boat).

 

9.2

Tank pump out point… <to be agreed>

 

9.3

Tank waste water level indicator…<to be agreed>

 

9.4

Suitably routed and supported pipework to … <to be agreed>

 

10.0

Gas System

10.1

Gas locker at bow with hinged cover.  Locker to have sufficient space and fixings for 2-off 13kg capacity propane gas cylinders.

 

10.2

Gas distribution system to all appliances located in galley, including suitably routed and supported pipework, connectors and pressure regulator(s) and flame traps and gas isolator valves, etc.

 

11.0

Saloon

11.1

Corner cupboard (x1).

Built in two sections; ‘upper’ and ‘lower’ with space between sections sufficient for television or similar.

 

11.2

Low-level shelving / cupboard unit (x1).

Running along port side of saloon between galley and diesel heater/stove – width in centre sufficient to mount flat screen TV unit.  Alternatively, flat screen television mounted to wall.

To include routing of wiring to DVD unit – <location of DVD unit to be agreed>

TV and DVD equipment shall be free-issued to the boat builder.

 

12.0

Galley

12.1

Unit – Port side (x1).

Work surface incorporating cupboards with hinged doors and shelves and drawers under – to include:

  • Propane gas hob (x1).

<make / model to be agreed>

            Hinged top cover preferred.

  • Propane gas oven / grill (x1).

<make / model to be agreed>

  • Microwave cooker (free-issued to boat builder)

<make / model to be agreed>

Additional cupboards with hinged doors and shelves - to be situated above work surface – mounted to bulkhead between galley and day room.

 

12.2

Unit – Starboard side (x1)

Work surface incorporating cupboards with hinged doors and shelves and a wine rack feature on saloon end – to include:

  • Sink (x1) / Drainer (x1).

            Circular stainless separates / central mixer tap (chromed).  Gravity drained into canal.

  • Refrigerator (x1).

<make / model to be agreed>

            240v.ac.

  • Waste bin provision (e.g. mounted to rear of cupboard door)

 

 

12.3

Work surfaces - <finishes to be agreed>

<quote for Corian work surfaces option>

 

13.0

Day Room

13.1

Fitted with:

  • Foldaway desk
  • 2-seater unit with storage under
  • Seat for desk (matching the 2-seater unit) – this seat can also be positioned on the end of the 2-seater unit when the desk has been folded away so as to form 3-seater unit or single bed arrangement
  • Storage cupboards.
  • Small circular or rectangular table with Desmo leg(s)
  • Bi-folding door to galley
  • Bi-folding door to bathroom / toilet

 

14.0

Bathroom / Toilet

14.1

Incorporating partitioned toilet area with separate door.

 

14.2

Pump-out macerator based toilet system – connected to waste water tank via suitable pipework and stop valves, etc.

Toilet to be ceramic construction <make / model to be agreed>

Connected to cold water system via suitable isolating valve (and strainer if not integral with toilet unit).

Connected to 12v.dc electrical system via suitable MCB and isolating switch.

 

14.3

Corner shower with sunken shower base, door / screen (x1).

Fully tiled - white ceramic with accent strip <colour to be agreed> – chromed fittings.

Alternatively – laminate faced board surround.

Waste water pumped (12v.dc) via suitable pipework into canal.

 

14.4

Hand basin (x1).

White ceramic set in a cupboard unit – tap(s) to side(s) - chromed fittings.

Waste water gravity fed via suitable pipework into canal.

 

14.5

Heated towel rail (x1) – also listed as part of heating system.

Chromed finish (heated using diesel boiler).

 

14.6

Mirrored wall above wash basin.

 

14.7

Shelving / cupboards to be provided between toilet and wash basin.

 

15.0

Bedroom

15.1

Transverse double bed - complete with split / sprung mattress.  Bed arranged so as to be made up but folded back away from corridor when not in use.

 

15.2

Wardrobes (x2).

Located on both sides of bed – fitted with full height hinged doors each with full length mirror panel inset.  Wardrobes to include shelving and inset shelves accessed from bed head area.

 

15.3

High level cupboards above head end of bed fitted with hinged doors and shelving.

 

16.0

Stern

 

16.1

Work surface (x1).

Located next to steps, extending around bulkhead between stern and bedroom with full size combined washer / dryer (x1) above.

Washer / dryer - to be free issued to boat builder. <make / model to be agreed>

Hard wired into 240v electrical system via suitably rated switch and MCB.

Plumbed into hot and cold water systems via stop valves – waste water fed directly into canal.

Cupboards with hinged doors to be located under work surface as space allows.

Cupboards with hinged doors to be located above work surface as space allows.

 

17.0

Exterior Finish

 

17.1

Hull to be painted…… <specification to be agreed>

 

17.2

Deck, gunwales and upward to be painted….. <specification to be agreed>

Upper surfaces of gunwales and roof to be anti-slip (sand mix or similar).

 

17.3

Colour scheme and coach-lines and signing.

See Layout and Livery Drawing dated 16 January 2006.

Base colour – Pantone 455 Dark Grey (W3091)**

Roof panels – Artic White (W3086)**

Handrail – Signal Red (BS537)**

** Mason Coatings PLC colour codes – or equivalent

The graphics (lettering coach lines and flourishes) to be in white with a black shadow.

Pattern at bow <to be agreed>

 

18.0

Interior Finish

 

18.1

Unless otherwise stated, all walls and doors to be plain ash faced plywood with solid ash trims and inset mouldings.

Panels to be set out so that they present large flat areas with portholes set into the flat area where possible.

Further discussion required.

 

18.2

Ceiling to be tongued and grooved ash throughout.

 

18.3

Floor to be tongued and grooved ash throughout.

 

18.4

All timber to be varnished / lacquered with xxxx <to be agreed>.

 

18.5

Galley work surfaces to be …..; see samples

 

18.6

Work surface in utility room to be….; see samples.

 

18.7

Port holes (except bathroom and porthole nearest hob in galley) to be fitted with covers / buttons.

 

19.0

Equipment General

 

19.1

Boat pole - short (x1).

Incorporating brass hook.

Plain varnish / lacquered finish.

 

19.2

Boat pole – long (x1).

Plain varnish / lacquered finish.

 

19.3

Landing plank (x1).

Painted finish xxxxx (xxmm, xxmm, xxmm) <to be agreed>

 

19.4

Ropes (x5).

xxmm diameter xxxxx x xxmm long <to be agreed>

 

19.5

Hull side fenders (x8).

 

19.6

Bow fender (x1).

 

19.7

Stern fender (x1).

 

19.8

Mooring spikes (x2).

To be free issued to boat builder

 

19.9

Lock keys (x2).

One with long handle and one with short handle.

To be free issued to boat builder

 

19.10

Anchor and chain (x1).

Galvanized xxxxx type.  Stowed at bow – including shackle suitable for connecting to anchor fixing point. xxm of chain.

<to be agreed>

 

19.11

Tiller extension (x1).

Wooden handle – varnished or lacquered finish.

Plain stainless steel or brass pin.

 

20.0

Safety Equipment

 

20.1

Gas / CO / smoke detector and alarm (x1)

Located in galley.

 

20.2

Warning horn (x1).

Located at bow – controlled using switch located in engine control panel (*) at stern.  Wired to 12v.dc electrical system via suitable isolating switch and MCB.

 

20.3

Navigation lights -

Located…. <make/model etc. to be agreed>

 

20.4

Earth Leakage Unit…… <make / model to be agreed>

Located in electrical equipment cupboard at stern.

 

20.5

Dry powder fire extinguisher (x3).

Located in utility room (near hatch), galley and saloon (near bow door end).

 

20.6

Fire blanket (x1).

Located in galley.

 

21.0

Documentation

 

21.1

Boat layout Drg. xxxx <copy of boat builders drawings>

 

21.2

Warranty

 

21.3

RCD Certificate of Conformity + CE marking

 

21.4

Engine first service voucher <to be agreed>

 

21.5

Wiring and piping diagrams

 

21.6

Operating instructions compiled into a manual:

  • Boat
  • Engine and transmission
  • Heating system (boiler, programmer, etc)
  • Toilet / Shower system
  • Cooking equipment (inc. gas supply / regulator)
  • Washer / Dryer (free-issued to boat builder)
  • Electrical system (inverter, charger, etc.)

 

22.0

Wiring General

 

22.1

Routing – access <to be discussed>

 

23.0

Piping General

 

23.1

Routing – access <to be discussed>

 

23.2

Drainage? <to be discussed>

 

23.3

Frost protection? <to be discussed>

 

 

 

 

Construction Agreement

 

Our order is based on the British Marine Federation (BMF) Construction Agreement - you should be able to access the latest version of the construction agreement here.

 

We have used the version available January 2006.  We did contemplate making some adjustments to Section 12.0 of the agreement, so as to provide us with some copyright protection for our own work.  However, after some discussion with Sandhills Narrowboats Limited, we secured a separate written confidentiality agreement with them to cover the issues we were concerned about.  Consequently, the only adjustment we have made to the BMF Construction Agreement has been the inclusion of a different payment schedule.  This can be summed up by saying that there are now a greater number of stage payments and that each payment has been related to the logical progression of the build, as follows:

 

 

Stage Payment #1

x/xx/2006

£xxxxx

Laying steel base plate at shell builders

Stage Payment #2

x/xx/2006

£xxxxx

Completion of shell at shell builders

Stage Payment #3

x/xx/2006

£xxxxx

Floor / battening / spray-foam / painting / labour

Stage Payment #4

x/xx/2006

£xxxxx

Engine and bow thruster package

Stage Payment #5

x/xx/2006

£xxxxx

Lining out / bulkheads / commencement of furniture

Stage Payment #6

x/xx/2006

£xxxxx

Plumbing / electrics / appliances, etc. / labour

Stage Payment #7

x/xx/2006

£xxxxx

Hardwood / labour / worktops / tiles / cratch / upholstery

Stage Payment #8

x/xx/2006

£xxxxx

Windows / hatches / brassware

Stage Payment #9

x/xx/2006

£xxxxx

On completion of boat

 

 

 

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