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B. PRE-CRUISE PREPARATIONS
Prior to starting engine for departure, a pre-voyage inspection of the vessel for sea
worthiness, and stowing of all loose items should be made. The "check in / check out"
inspection should identify any obvious items of concern; however, the charter skipper must
take on full responsibility for checking the equipment on the vessel on a regular basis
throughout the cruise.
Before each daily startup of the engine, the crankcase oil, coolant, and levels must be
checked. A visual inspection of engine room equipment and bilge, checking for excessive
belt wear, leaks, loose fittings, safety guards, etc., should be performed. Pay particular
attention that the valves to the sea water supply to the engines are open and sea strainers
are clear of debris. Check battery and battery cables for tightness or chafe. Use your nose
to smell the engine compartment for any sign of fumes. If fumes are detected, ascertain the
source and correct the problem if possible. Run the blower or open hatches to help clear
fumes from engine compartment before starting engine.
C. ENGINES
Access to engine room is through the main salon cabin sole and the Captain's cabin aft
bulkhead.
PRIOR TO ENGINE STARTING:
Check the engine oil and engine coolant. These need to be done daily. The same
procedure should be followed with the gen set.
Engine Oil:
Generator Oil:
Transmission
STARTING THE ENGINES:
• Check to see that gears (black) are in neutral and throttles (red) are retarded.
• Start one engine at a time.
o Turn on key (low oil pressure alarm will sound).
o Push starter button (alarm will stop when engine starts).
• Check oil pressure gauges.
o They should read approximately 40 pounds.
• Check engine exhausts to be sure water is flowing from exhaust outlets.
• Check voltmeter and AMP meter gauges
• Allow engines to warm at idle for 5 minutes before departure.
Always have throttle (red) in idle position before shifting.
Pause momentarily at neutral position when shifting from forward to reverse and
vice versa.
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