Summary of Contents for Symbol REDTAIL
- Page 1 OPERATIONS MANUAL REDTAIL 54’ Symbol Pilothouse Motoryacht Page 1 of 28 REDTAIL - Version 2015 - May...
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Page 2: Welcome Aboard
For more than 20 years we have watched from our deck as families of REDTAIL hawks soar overhead and down below as they roam out over the pastures and woodlands. They are graceful, adventurous and family oriented birds. -
Page 3: Table Of Contents
Multifunction Displays .......................... 16 GPS/Chartplotter ..........................16 VHF Radio with AIS Receiver ......................... 17 Depth Sounder ............................. 17 Radar ..............................17 ENTERTAINMENT SYSTEMS ..................18 The REDTAIL WIFI Network ........................18 Page 3 of 28 REDTAIL - Version 2015 - May... - Page 4 PROPELLER FOULED OR DAMAGED ....................... 26 WATER (FRESH) WON’T FLOW ......................26 EMERGENCY PROCEDURES ..................26 Protect your lives first! ......................... 26 Hitting a Log, Rock, or Debris ----- Please Don’t! ..................27 Page 4 of 28 REDTAIL - Version 2015 - May...
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Page 5: Boat Operation
Note: REDTAIL’s big CAT engines should start easily on the first try. If the engine cranks slowly or fails to turn over, check the condition of the battery on the ELECTRICAL PANEL. -
Page 6: Running The Engines
Ensure each GEARSHIFT is in the “neutral” position and each THROTTLE is in the “idle” position. Turn off engines by depressing the start/kill switches next to the keys then turn the keys to the off position. Page 6 of 28 REDTAIL - Version 2015 - May... -
Page 7: Getting Underway
Warning – this is a 57,000lbs boat, the bow thruster will not have a large effect – do not count on it to move the boat sideways against current or wind. Page 7 of 28 REDTAIL - Version 2015 - May... -
Page 8: Fueling Up
SHIP-SHORE MAIN POWER SOURCE SWITCH found behind the door just below the electrical panel. When not connected to shore power, batteries are providing all power. Therefore, Page 8 of 28 REDTAIL - Version 2015 - May... -
Page 9: 110-Volt Ac System
(i.e. water heater) until your use of amperage drops. If your outlets fail to work, check your GFIs to make sure that they have not been tripped. Page 9 of 28 REDTAIL - Version 2015 - May... -
Page 10: Inverter Power
The INVERTER provides AC power to the 110-volt receptacle plugs (i.e. the microwave oven) when the boat is disconnected from shore power. REDTAIL has a charger/inverter (Magnum) and a charger (Blue Sea). The inverter does not provide power to the water heater or the battery charger. Your inverter panels are located just to starboard of the aft companionway sliding door each with an on/off switch. -
Page 11: Co/Smoke Detectors
CO/Smoke Detectors There are 2 combination Carbon Monoxide (CO)/Smoke Detectors onboard REDTAIL. One is located in the engine room between the 2 HALON fire suppression canisters, and the other is located in the hallway just outside the guest head. Both are battery powered by 2 AA batteries and are therefore independent of any house electrical system. -
Page 12: Sanitation System
Clean the toilet as necessary. There is no direct overboard discharge on REDTAIL. All effluent goes directly into the 2 holding tanks. Holding Tank REDTAIL does not smell like “old-head”. -
Page 13: Y-Valve
Fill them to just under full. If you hear thumping/popping noises, that is the water tanks “canning”, meaning the water is too full. Avoid flushing debris from the deck into the tank opening. NEVER fill water and diesel at the same time! Page 13 of 28 REDTAIL - Version 2015 - May... -
Page 14: Fresh Water Pressure Pump
AC panel. Refrigerator The REFRIGERATOR is dual voltage (12-volt and 110-volt power). It will automatically use 110-volt power when the shore power is connected; otherwise, it will operate on 12-volt power. Page 14 of 28 REDTAIL - Version 2015 - May... -
Page 15: Heating System
0.15 Gallons of diesel per hour. These are very efficient and economical. If you operate them on “high” you will have a sauna aboard, about half way seems to keep REDTAIL warm even on the coldest nights. -
Page 16: Multifunction Displays
The navigation software is the current version of RosePoint Coastal Explorer running on Windows 7 Professional. On this Nav Computer there is also a PDF of the current copy of NAVIGATION RULES International – Inland (COMDTINST M16672.2D). Page 16 of 28 REDTAIL - Version 2015 - May... -
Page 17: Vhf Radio With Ais Receiver
(SIMRAD IS40) and the other is a graphic display available on all helm station MFDs. All depth sounders are “zeroed” for the water line, not water under the keel. REDTAIL draws about 5’ so please be advised that anything under 10’ (3 meters or 1.5 fathoms) is risky. Be prudent and be careful. -
Page 18: Entertainment Systems
ENTERTAINMENT SYSTEMS The REDTAIL WIFI Network REDTAIL has a complete WIFI network on the boat and a high-gain WIFI antenna to reach out to connect to any WIFI networks in the area. The idea is that all local devices connect to the REDTIAL WIFI network and the REDTAIL WIFI Network connects to a shore-based WIFI network for Internet access. -
Page 19: Anchoring
Samson post. Be aware of your swing radius as compared to other boats and objects around you. You might want to set an anchor alarm to alert you should REDTAIL drag. Don’t forget to turn “OFF” the WINDLASS POWER SWITCH when you are done. -
Page 20: Barbecue
Just lift it and then these are all non-issues. To deploy the tender: remove & stow the cover, Make sure the tender painter is cleated to the REDTAIL, Remove all other straps. Using the control unit (stored in a bag that hangs just inside the Engine access door and plugs into the round outlet just to the port side of the swim platform door in the aft cockpit) raise the davits a few inches. - Page 21 After using, wash equipment thoroughly with fresh water (available from the cockpit shower faucet). Note -- Please do not store wet rings and gear inside the boat. Page 21 of 28 REDTAIL - Version 2015 - May...
- Page 22 REDTAIL is equipped with multiple AUTOMATIC BILGE PUMPS. The master switch is located on the DC electrical panel. Normally, the switch will be left in the AUTO position. Secondary switches are located on the panel below the pilothouse steering wheel.
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Page 23: Propulsion Information
PROPULSION INFORMATION REDTAIL has twin Caterpillar 3208TA 375HP Turbocharged/Aftercooled E-Rated Engines with counter- rotating 3-blade bronze screws on 2” shafts. Engine Performance GPH (est) Knots (est) MPG (est) Duration (hrs) Range (miles) 1.50 165.00 990.00 1200 1.14 94.29 754.29 1600 1.00... -
Page 24: Thru-Hull Locations
THRU-HULL LOCATIONS Denotes approximate Thru-Hull Locations ACCOMMODATIONS Page 24 of 28 REDTAIL - Version 2015 - May... -
Page 25: What To Do If
Make sure all open, if one was closed, re-prime engine or call a mechanic if you can’t do this (see Caterpillar engine manual). Page 25 of 28 REDTAIL - Version 2015 - May... -
Page 26: Engine Starts Then Slowly Dies
It is not an emergency if neither you nor the boat are at risk. For all non-emergency assistance or mechanical repairs done by others AYC MUST give prior approval for you to be reimbursed! Page 26 of 28 REDTAIL - Version 2015 - May... -
Page 27: Hitting A Log, Rock, Or Debris
This is still true whether the boat has dripless shaft seals or a standard shaft “log”. When running on one engine with the other idling as required, be sure that the idling engine is pumping water through its exhaust pipe. Page 27 of 28 REDTAIL - Version 2015 - May... - Page 28 If there is no vibration on either engine, you probably did no running gear damage. Congratulations! Our diver will check your vessel’s bottom upon your return, just as after every charter. Page 28 of 28 REDTAIL - Version 2015 - May...