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An Unofficial Owners Quick Guide for
Aquila 44
This general Owner's Quick Guide is meant to be only an easy and quick
reference highlighting some of the operations covered in both the individual
manufacturers' user manuals provided for each piece of equipment
and the Aquila binder entitled Owners Manual provided with your
Aquila 44. It is the owner's sole responsibility to refer to these other
materials for general maintenance, operation and troubleshooting the
equipment on board the owner's vessel.
www.marinemax.com/en/brands/aquila-yachts
Prepared by Jerry Blakeley, a proud owner of an Aquila 44-09 Rev.2/26/2016

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  • Page 1 P a g e | 1 An Unofficial Owners Quick Guide for Aquila 44 This general Owner’s Quick Guide is meant to be only an easy and quick reference highlighting some of the operations covered in both the individual manufacturers’ user manuals provided for each piece of equipment and the Aquila binder entitled Owners Manual provided with your Aquila 44. It is the owner’s sole responsibility to refer to these other materials for general maintenance, operation and troubleshooting the equipment on board the owner’s vessel. www.marinemax.com/en/brands/aquila-yachts Prepared by Jerry Blakeley, a proud owner of an Aquila 44-09 Rev.2/26/2016...
  • Page 2 WELCOME Welcome to your new Aquila 44. This guide to familiarize you with the operating systems of your Aquila and is meant to supplement not replace the detailed Aquila 44 Operation Manual or the manufacturers user manuals for each piece of equipment you purchased. Note the equipment and operations maybe different for the boat you ordered. This is only a reference guide with no liability assumed on my part. This is also not an official MarineMax nor Aquila nor SinoEagle document. I wish you many safe and enjoyable cruises on your Aquila 44. Any suggestions or comments you may have to correct or in any way correct this guide will be very welcome. Best regards, Jerry Blakeley My email is: Jblakeley615@gmail.com with updated versions at www.jerryblakeley.com MarineMax Contact Info: U.S.A.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    P a g e | 3 Table of Contents Yacht specifications Power control center Secondary Breaker Panel Daily Engine Checks Engine Room Filters and Strainers Engine Start Procedures Helm Throttle Controls Shore Power Breakers in port engine compartment Batteries Inverter Generator Bilge Pumps Fresh Water System Water Maker option Heads Black Water Holding Tanks Showers Transom Shower Refrigeration Induction Cooktop BBQ Air Conditioning Anchoring and Windlass Picking up a Mooring Buoy VHF Radio Procedures Emergency VHF Radio Procedures In Case of Fire Life Jackets Emergency Escape Instrument Options Recommended Spares...

  • Page 4: Yacht Specifications

    P a g e | 4 Yacht Specifications Main Deck / Salon (Varies based on boat version) Length: 43’ 8” Beam: 21’ 6” Draft: 2’ 8” Water: 206 gallons (2 x 90 gallon freshwater tanks) Fuel: 290 gallons (2 x 145 gallon tanks) Engine: 2 Volvo D4 Diesel Generator: Fisher Panda Fresh water refill Diesel refill Waste tank pump out...

  • Page 5: Power Control Center

    P a g e | 5 TECHNICAL DATA Length overall with hull swim and protection platform 44 ft 11 in / 13.44 m Waterline Length 45 ft 11 in / 13.44 m Beam overall 21 ft 6 in / 6.56 m Height above waterline with hard top 18 ft 8 in / 5.7 m...
  • Page 6 P a g e | 6 access to the vessel’s 120/240V AC and 12v DC services. The breakers are all labeled to easily identify what the switches are used for.
  • Page 7 P a g e | 7 Power Control Center cont. At the top of the AC panel are four LED indicators that identify the following from left to right; System Volts • System Amps • Inverter Volts • Inverter Amps • Directly below the LED indicators are the shore power and generator breakers. These breakers enable you to select either shore power or the generator for running the vessel’s 120v/240v AC systems. Shore line 1 Generator breaker Shore line 2 Generator Breaker NOTE position of plastic guards on the main breaker panel when both 50 Amp shore power cords are in use...
  • Page 8 P a g e | 8 Power Control Center cont. 120V/240V AC Panel Directly beneath the shore line and generator breakers are the vessel’s 120V / 240V AC system breakers. These systems work on shore power supply or generator power only. The column labeled ‘120V AC inverter can be powered by the onboard inverter. The two small toggle switches in the upper left area are normally ON except when you leave the boat for a period of time.
  • Page 9 P a g e | 9 Power Control Center cont. 12V DC Panel Directly below the 120V/240V AC breakers are the vessels 12V DC breakers. These systems are powered by the vessels house batteries. NOTE: The HOUSE BAT switch on Secondary Panel must be on. Shore power or the generator is not required to operate these systems. Note HOUSE BAT switch on Secondary Panel must be ON.

  • Page 10: Secondary Breaker Panel

    P a g e | 10 3. Secondary Breaker Panel Located on the opposite side of the power control center in the salon is the Secondary Breaker Panel which houses the Fresh Water gauge(s), 3 Black Water gauges, Panda generator controls, Watermaker controls (optional), Digital Multi Control for the Inverter, and Generator control. The bottom row includes important switches for Windlass, Flybridge, Davit, House Battery, Genset Battery and each of the two diesel engines.

  • Page 11: Daily Engine Checks

    P a g e | 11 Daily Engine Checks Owners are responsible for reading the Volvo D4,D6 Operator Manual that came with their boat. The following comments are for general reference only The Aquila 44 is fitted with twin, Volvo Penta D4 diesel engines (hp will vary depending on what you ordered). If the engine fails to stop using the normal procedure, it is possible to stop the engine by depressing the aux stop button mounted on the side of the engine. Checking the engines, engine bay and transmission should be a part of your daily routine. You are responsible for performing maintenance on the engines (Refer to Maintenance Schedule section in Volvo D4, D6 Operator’s Manual.
  • Page 12 P a g e | 12 Daily Basic Checkups Before Starting Engines Some basic checkups to be performed prior to startup and after prolonged use (see Operator’s Manua for more detail): - Oil level and condition of oil (Start engine and let it run idle for a few minutes before removing dipstick to check oil level (between MAX and MIN markings). Never over-fill. Note each D4 diesel engine holds 3.2 US gals (1.2 liters) of Volvo Penta SAE 15W-40 or RotellaT 15W-40 heavy duty diesel...

  • Page 13: Engine Room Filters And Strainers

    P a g e | 13 5. Engine Room Filters Port Engine Compartment There is one Racor fuel filter in the STBD engine compartment. The larger Racor filter is the Engine fuel filter and includes a Gauge on top. The outer rim of the Gauge can be adjusted to set the black indicator to where you are going to want to change your fuel filter. MarineMax recommends you set it at 7. The red screw in the center of the Gauge adjusts serves as a tailtail gauge which follows. When the two needles meet it is time to change the filter. The small Racor filter is for the Generator. If you see water at the bottom of either Racor filter this water can be removed by by shutting off the valve, placing a pan below the filter and carefully loosening the screw at the bottom of the filter until all the water has been removed and you start to see the diesel fuel. The large strainer is for the main Engine. Note the seawater intake valve must be closed before opening the strainer and then opened again after cleaning. The smaller strainer is for the Generator. Note the seawater intake valve must be closed before opening the strainer and then opened again after cleaning. It is important that both strainer baskets be clean. Unscrew the top and empty the baskets since they suck up weeds.
  • Page 14 P a g e | 14 Starboard Engine Compartment There are two Racor fuel filters in the STBD engine compartment. The larger Racor filter is the Engine fuel filter and includes a Gauge on top. The outer rim of the Gauge can be adjusted to set the black indicator to where you are going to want to change your fuel filter. MarineMax recommends you set it at 7. The red screw in the center of the Gauge adjusts serves as a tailtail gauge which follows. When the two needles meet it is time to change the filter. The small Racor filter is for the Generator. If you see water at the bottom of either Racor filter this water can be removed by by shutting off the valve, placing a pan below the filter and carefully loosening the screw at the bottom of the filter until all the water has been removed and you start to see the diesel fuel. The large strainer is for the main Engine. Note the seawater intake valve must be closed before opening the strainer and then opened again after cleaning. The smaller strainer is for the Generator. Note the seawater intake valve must be closed before opening the strainer and then opened again after cleaning. It is important that both strainer baskets be clean. Unscrew the top and empty the baskets since they suck up weeds.

  • Page 15: Engine Start Procedures

    P a g e | 15 6. Engine start procedures Make certain the two ENGINE BAT switches in the salon’s secondary panel are switched ON. To switch ON slide switch down and press red section until it lights On Flybridge Make sure the controls are in the “neutral” position Press each of the IGNITION buttons separately. You will hear the sound • of the ignition and a green LED will illuminate indicating the ignition is Wait for the Volvo display to run through its diagnostics (display turns on) • Press the Port START/STOP button first, then press the Starboard button. • The vessel has a “dry exhaust” system. You will not see any water • coming from the exhaust. To stop the engines, return both controls to the neutral position (“N” lights • on). Push the start/stop buttons (Port first, then Starboard) Press the Ignition buttons. The green LEDs will go off indicating the ignition is • off...
  • Page 16 P a g e | 16 Engine Start Procedure – Flybridge Notes: Your boat should have a key fob or “e-key” which can be used to lock and turn off the EVC (Electronic Vessel Control) system and ignition at the helm. If the EVC system and ignition are in lock position simply place the “e-key” in front of the (o) symbol on the on the panel to unlock it and start the two ignitions. If the ignition does not turn on it could be because the controls are not in the neutral position OR because the switches on the Secondary power panel in the main salon are not switched on. If the ignition does not turn on - check to make certain both controls are in Neutral position - check if both ENGINE BAT switches are ON on the salon’s Secondary Panel - check in engine compartment for anything unusual - check yellow battery switch in Starboard engine is on...

  • Page 17: Helm Throttle Controls

    P a g e | 17 7. Helm Throttle Control The Volvo control shifts are smooth and very responsive making careful maneuvering of this vessel effortless. Cruising RPM should be maintained at 2500 RPM for maximum fuel efficiency. RPM’s should not exceed 3000 RPM on a continuous basis. Doing so may cause the engines to overheat. In addition, operating the vessel at higher RPM’s may result in excessive fuel consumption, as high as +30 gph of fuel.

  • Page 18: Shore Power Breakers In Port Engine Compartment

    P a g e | 18 8. Shore Power Breakers in Port Engine Compartment Located in the port engine compartment are the breakers for the shore power cables. Your Aquila 44 is equipped with up to two, 50 Amp shore power cables. It is possible to run the A/C system and other power systems with one shore power cable connected unless you are running everything on board. Note: If only 30 Amp shore power is available you will have to connect two 30 Amp cables to the shore power with an adaptor for connecting to one 50 Amp cable on the boat. If there is any fluctuation in voltage or any decrease in power, the breaker in the port engine compartment may trip. If this occurs; Turn OFF the breakers in the salon’s Power Control Center panel that are • affected by the loss of power Turn OFF SHORE POWER breakers on the Power Control Center panel • In the port engine compartment reset the breaker by pressing rocker switch • and a green LED will illuminate indicating there is power available Turn on 120V breakers on Power Control Center panel as needed • Breaker in ‘tripped’ position...

  • Page 19: Batteries

    P a g e | 19 9. Batteries The systems on your Aquila 4 are all 12 volt DC, with the exception of the 120V/240V AC systems. The batteries will need to be recharged as often as they are depleted. Conserving power will result in less time needed for charging. Turn off 12v systems that are not being used. There are three (3) ways to charge your batteries; Running the engines • Plugged in to shore power • Running the generator • Running the engines: Your batteries will charge when the engines are running at 1400 rpm or more whether on a mooring ball or motoring to your next destination. Check the...

  • Page 20: Inverter

    P a g e | 20 10. Inverter: This vessel is equipped with a Victron inverter/charger usually located under forward seat in the salon or under the salon’s large center floor panel. The inverter provides 110V AC power for the operation of some of the vessel’s systems when the generator is not running or if not connected to shore power.

  • Page 21: Generator

    P a g e | 21 11. Generator Your Aquila 44 is equipped with either a Fisher Panda or Northern Lights Generator (see owner Specifications and the User Manuals which were provided with your boat) that produces enough power to run all of the vessel’s 120V/240V systems when the vessel is not plugged into shore power. The generator is located in the STBD engine compartment and can be operated while cruising to run the 230 VAC systems onboard including the Cooktop or Air conditioning. Starting the Fisher Panda generator (refer to Fisher Panda’s Manual Marine Generator” • Check the generator cooling water strainers and fuel level •...
  • Page 22 P a g e | 22 Generator continued. After the generator has run for 3 – 5 minutes, preparation can be made to add electrical load. • While the generator is running, a yellow LED above GEN on the main breaker panel will illuminate indicating “power available” • Make certain SHORE1 & SHORE 2 breakers are off and the guards have been moved over to the left (this prevents the shore breakers and generator breakers from being on at the same time) • Turn on both generator breakers on the main breaker panel • Slowly add load by turning on the 120V/240V breakers you wish to use Generator Breakers...

  • Page 23: Bilge Pumps

    P a g e | 23 12. Bilge Pumps Your motor yacht is equipped with one automatic electric bilge pumps on either side of the forward cabin under the floor panel at the base of the steps and one in each of the engine bays. In addition there is a manual bilge pump in both the fwd port head below the sink and in fwd stbd section below the pole. A panel that controls the electric bilge pumps is located on the wall above the salon refrigerator. All the switches should be left in the “AUTO” position. There is a red indicator light at the helm station that will illuminate if the bilge pumps are triggered. Note: If at any time the bilge light comes on in the salon’s panel above the refrigerator, immediately inspect the bilges. The lights will turn off automatically once the water is pumped out. If you find there is not water in the bilge(s) it maybe that the bilge pump arm is stuck and you should carefully release it.
  • Page 24 P a g e | 24 Manual Bilge Pumps Located in Master cabin STBD cabinet Located in Master cabin Head under sink To operate the manual bilge pump; Remove the manual pump handle from the holder • Insert the handle in the pump slot • Move handle in an ‘up & down’ motion to remove water • Return manual handle back to the holder when finished •...

  • Page 25: Fresh Water System

    P a g e | 25 Fresh water system Your Aquila 44 has a water capacity of 206 gallons shared between two tanks. Fill the fresh water tanks in the dock you are at has a hose by removing the deck filler caps located on either side on the forward deck or if your boat has a water maker option this can be used to fill the tanks (see section below). To use the water system, turn on the ‘freshwater pump’ switch on the 12v panel. There is a fresh water gauge on the Secondary Panel that enables you to monitor your water usage. Your water tanks will drain simultaneously. There is no need to switch water tanks. When the tanks run out of water, the pump will run at a high rate of speed and any open faucet will cough air. If the pump is running continuously, check if there are any crew members using water. If...

  • Page 26: Water Maker Option

    P a g e | 26 14. Water Maker (option) If your Aquila 44 is equipped with the optional water maker you should refer to the manufacturer’s user manual provided for its operation. Typical water makers produces up to 20 GPH of fresh water and fills both water tanks. Typical Water maker operation: This may vary depending on the water maker model installed in your boat. Refer to maker’s user manual. Turn on the ‘water maker’ breaker on the 12v panel • Push the ‘start/stop’ button on the water maker control • The initial start-up will display ‘run high mode’ with a count down from 10 • seconds The water supply will show ‘reject’ then ‘good’ after about 1 minute and will • display the amount of GPH (gallons per hour) The water maker will fill both tanks and shut off automatically when tanks are • full If you wish to interrupt the water making process at any time, push the • ‘start/stop’ button After the water making process is complete make certain the Freshwater Pump • is on and then push the ‘Auto store’ button. This back flushes the water making system with fresh water NOTE: The fresh water pump has to be on before pushing the ‘Auto store’ button...

  • Page 27: Heads

    P a g e | 27 15. Heads This vessel is equipped with three fresh water flush electric heads. In order for your marine toilet to maintain optimum performance, please follow these procedures; Prior to using a head the Freshwater Pump breaker as well as the • appropriate DC Main Toilet breaker switch must be ON. Nothing is to be put in the head unless it has been digested first. Use the • waste basket to discard paper products and other foreign material To flush the bowl, depress one of the lighted flush buttons and release. • The contents of the bowl go into the vessel’s black water tanks. The tanks should be emptied 2-3 miles off-shore. The Blackwater gauges • on the Secondary Panel indicate how full the Blackwater tanks are. Use shore side facilities to empty the Blackwater tanks whenever • possible. Please help us to keep our waters clean. Occasionally place a holding tank deodorizer into each of the toilet and • flush the toilet.

  • Page 28: Black Water Holding Tanks

    P a g e | 28 16. Black Water Holding Tanks The vessel is equipped with three (3) Black Water tanks, one located for each toilet. Three Black Water tank gauges located at the Secondary Panel enables you to monitor the tank levels. The red light on the Secondary Panel will light up when a particular tank is full. WARNING: Continual use of the head in the “tank full” position will result in a ruptured tank and spillage which will be cleaned at the charterer’s expense. To avoid any foul odors, discharge the holding tanks while at least 2 miles off shore (distance depends on Federal or State regulations) or use the services of a pump out station to remove the Black Water from...
  • Page 29 P a g e | 29 Emptying the Black Water Tanks: The black water tanks are manually emptied by opening the discharge valve • under the seat in each shower or by going to a pump out station where they will remove the waste from the holding tanks via the deck removal caps. Locate the discharge valve under the seat of each shower seat, which should • already be in a closed (down) position. To OPEN turn the valve perpendicular to the line. Close the valve (handle in down position) when you are not discharging the • waste, for example while in anchorage or within 2-3 miles of port. It is recommended that you be kind to your fellow yachtsmen and swimmers and not empty the holding tanks while you are at an anchorage. Use shore side pump out facilities whenever available to minimize holding tank use. Please remember to empty the contents of the holding tanks at least 2 miles off shore after you have left the anchorage. Note: Testing the tanks; If you are not sure if the discharge valve is open, pour some liquid soap into the toilet and flush. Wait for about 2 minutes. If bubbles appear in the water, the valve is in the open position. If no bubbles appear, the valve is in the closed position.

  • Page 30: Showers

    P a g e | 30 17. Showers Your Aquila 44 is equipped with a hot & cold fresh water shower in each head and also a transom shower on the port aft section. If the engine has been running, the water can become very hot… be cautious! Without the engine on but when connected to shore power or with the generator on you can turn on the HOT WATER HEATER switch on the main control panel. In order to use the showers the following switches on the 12v panel must be on: FRESH WATER PUMP GREY WATER PUMP PORT if using port shower GREY WATER PUMP STBD if using starboard shower The grey water pumps trigger a sensor for the shower drain pumps. The showers will drain automatically when the sensors come in contact with water.

  • Page 31: Transom Shower

    P a g e | 31 18. Transom Hot & Cold Shower There is an on / off valve on the transom shower head that controls the water flow and water temperature. Pull the shower hose out, twist the shower head spraying the water on your hand first, testing the water temperature. Twist the valve to adjust the temperature to your liking.

  • Page 32: Refrigeration

    P a g e | 32 19. Refrigeration Your vessel is equipped with an 12v refrigeration system that is designed to run 24hrs a day if you wish. There is a top loading refrigerator compartment and a lower freezer unit. Ensuring your refrigeration system performs at an optimum level requires battery voltage of 12volts or higher. If your house batteries go below 12volts, the refrigeration system will malfunction. Please refer to...

  • Page 33: Induction Cooktop

    P a g e | 33 20. Induction Cooktop Your Aquila 44 is equipped with a state of the art Silken induction 2 burner electric cooktop. The cooktop requires 220V power so can only be used if the generator is running or the vessel is plugged in to shore power. To operate: While the vessel is plugged in to a 50 Amp shore side outlet or if the •...

  • Page 34: Bbq

    P a g e | 34 21. BBQ Your Aquila 44 Flybridge is fitted with a Kenyon custom electric BBQ grill. You and your crew mates can enjoy all the pleasures of grilling without the fuss of lighting BBQ briquettes or the hazards of propane! As with the electric cooktop, the vessel has to be plugged in to shore power or with generator on. To operate: While the vessel is plugged in to a 50 Amp shore side outlet or if the • generator is running, turn on the “BBQ” breaker in the salon’s Power Center. Push the “on / off” button on the BBQ grill • Use the “ + or – “ button to control the temperature of the grill • Turn OFF when not in use •...

  • Page 35: Air Conditioning

    P a g e | 35 22. Air Conditioning Your Aquila 44 includes an Air conditioning system. Refer to the manufacturers user manual for operating all Cooling or Heating functions. The unit can only be used when the vessel is plugged into a 50 Amp shore power outlet or when the generator is running. The control unit panels are located in the main salon and in each cabin. To Operate Air Conditioner Plug the shore power cord into a 50 Amp outlet or turn on the generator • Turn on the combination AIR COND MAIN / AIR COND SALON breaker on the 240V AC control •...

  • Page 36: Anchoring And Windlass

    P a g e | 36 23. Anchoring and Electric Windlass Anchoring Location: Choose a clear area to drop anchor in 12 to 15 feet of water. A white bottom is • sand and is perfect for anchoring. A brown or green bottom will be rock, coral or grass. Only anchor in sand. Make sure that you are not on a lee shore, i.e. you are not being pushed to • shore. A lee shore is the most dangerous place to anchor your yacht. Action: Before deploying the anchor, it is necessary to release the chain lock • Push the “up” button on the windlass remote in order to “break” the locked •...
  • Page 37 P a g e | 37 Attaching the bridle: Once you are satisfied that the anchor is set, you must attach the bridle. Using • the bridle minimizes the amount of strain on the windlass and protects the windlass from damage. ALWAYS use the bridle whenever you anchor. Attach the hook around the chain link. (The hook is too big to fit in the eye of • the link) The ends of the bridle are connected to bow of the vessel. Let out additional scope until the bridle becomes taught and there is no longer any strain on the windlass.
  • Page 38 P a g e | 38 Manual operation of the windlass: If you lose power to your windlass, first make sure the breaker was not inadvertently turned off or increase the revs on the engine just in case there is low battery voltage. If there is still no power, the anchor can be lowered manually.

  • Page 39: Picking Up A Mooring Buoy

    P a g e | 39 24. Picking up a Mooring Buoy Approach the mooring keeping the bow directly into the wind or the current, • whichever is prevailing. The bowman will direct the helmsman to the mooring using already • established non-verbal communication. The bowman should be prepared to retrieve the mooring pennant with a boat • hook. Once at the mooring, inspect the buoy and pennant for any signs of wear and • tear. If you are unsure of the mooring buoy’s integrity, please select another mooring ball Pre-tie the end of a dock line to the bow cleat, with the free end, run the line •...

  • Page 40: Vhf Radio Procedures

    P a g e | 40 25. VHF Radio Procedures Your vessel is equipped with a Raymarine Ray55 marine VHF radio. Please familiarize yourself with the method for switching channels and adjusting the squelch / volume controls. Make sure the radio is switched on, volume on high, power to high unless the • station you are calling is very close. Squelch up until there is a loud hissing sound, reduce the squelch until the • noise just stops. Select the channel for hailing (channel 16, unless other specified) •...

  • Page 41: Emergency Vhf Radio Procedures

    P a g e | 41 In the unlikely event that you are involved in an emergency, stay calm and use the following instructions based on your emergency. Please review this information with your fellow crew members. Distress: “MAYDAY, MAYDAY, MAYDAY”. This is an international distress signal and an imperative call for assistance. It is to be used only when a life or vessel is considered to be in grave and imminent danger. Mayday Relay: Used to summon help for a vessel which is either too far offshore to contact Coastguard or emergency responders directly, without radio capabilities or whose radio has been damaged or destroyed. Urgency: “PAN-PAN, PAN-PAN, PAN-PAN”. This is the international urgency signal and is used when a vessel or person is in some jeopardy but is not considered to be in grave and imminent danger.

  • Page 42: In Case Of Fire

    P a g e | 42 27 In Case of Fire Fire extinguishers should be located in every cabin, the salon and bridge. You should familiarize yourself with their location and make certain they have not expired. If the date has expired immediately get new extinguishers. Prevention is the best answer for fire safety. Follow manufacturer’s guidelines for safe operation of the electric stove and • BBQ Never leave the stove or BBQ burning unattended • Never smoke below deck • Safely store any flammable liquid in a cool dry place. Keep matches away • from children In case of fire: Vigorously shake the extinguisher, remove the safety pin, • squeeze nozzle to discharge extinguisher. Open fire Point the extinguisher at the base of the fire • Generously cover the base of the fire and surrounding area to ensure fire is • under control and prevent spreading Continue discharging extinguisher until fire is out • If an electrical fire is suspected, turn off the battery • switches Galley fire Locate fire blanket mounted in the galley, remove • blanket by pulling on tabs Open blanket , use blanket as a shield between your body and the fire •...

  • Page 43: Life Jackets

    P a g e | 43 28. Life Jackets Life Jackets This vessel is equipped with all the necessary Type I life jackets for all the crew members on board (6). We recommend the life jackets be stored on the fly bridge under the seat cushion on the stbd side or behind the salon cabinet behind the Fusion radio next to the window. You must familiarize yourself with their location.

  • Page 44: Emergency Escape

    P a g e | 44 29.Emergency escape There is an escape hatch beneath the steps leading to the port and stbd cabins. To gain access to the escape hatch, lift the bottom on the stairway. Secured just under the stair case is an emergency hammer that can be used to break the sealed window. NOTE: This should only be used in the event the vessel capsizes and is necessary to escape the vessel...

  • Page 45: Instrument Options

    P a g e | 45 30 Instruments Your Aquila 44 maybe equipped with the following RayMarine electronic instruments (refer to your order specifications to confirm); E125 Chart plotter Hybrid touch • AutoPilot controller • I70 Multifunction display (speed, depth, etc) • Ray55 VHF radio in salon and at helm • • Fusion Radio in salon and at helm Options (partial list of popular options): Radar • Glendenning shore cable system with remote • RayMarine CAM100 for aft monitoring • Fitted Carpet in salon and cabins • Remote autopilot controller • Remote Windlass • Spotlight adjustable from the helm station • Solar panels • Fresh Water Hose connection(s) - forward locker and bridge • TV’s • Water maker •...

  • Page 46: Recommended Spares

    P a g e | 46 31. Recommended Spare Parts Actual list for the Aquila 44 you ordered should be provided by MarineMax. The following list is for my Aquila 44-09 with twin Volvo D4 300 hp diesel engines.

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