David Walters Shani II Operation Manual

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OPERATION MANUAL

POWER BOAT

M/Y Shani II

Welcome aboard!

We are happy you have chosen "Shani II" for your vacation. We are sure you will enjoy cruising the

lovely islands of the Pacific Northwest.

You won't find another Grand Banks sedan like this one with the custom framed structure over the

aft deck making the dinghy launch very easy and keeping it stowed out of your way.

We trust this manual will help you become familiar with the boat. If you have questions about the

boat or about places to visit, please do not hesitate to ask the AYC staff.

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Page 1 M/Y Shani II Welcome aboard! We are happy you have chosen “Shani II” for your vacation. We are sure you will enjoy cruising the lovely islands of the Pacific Northwest. You won’t find another Grand Banks sedan like this one with the custom framed structure over the aft deck making the dinghy launch very easy and keeping it stowed out of your way.
Page 2 TABLE OF CONTENTS Boat Operation Page Engine Inspection Start-Up Shutdown Getting Underway Cruising Docking Fueling Boat Electrical A.C. (Shore) Systems Inverter D.C. (House) Systems Batteries Sanitation Systems Marine Toilet Holding Tank Y-Valve Water Systems Fresh Water Tanks Fresh Water Pump Hot Water Shower Galley...
Page 3: Boat Operation
VHF Radio, Depth Sounder, Radar GPS/Plotter Entertainment AM/FM Radio CD Player TV/Stereo Anchoring/Mooring Cans Barbecue Dinghy/Outboard Crabbing/Fishing Other: Bilge Pumps/Safety Thru-Hull Diagram BOAT OPERATION Engine Inspection Remember your “WOBBS” every morning: Water (Coolant), Oil, Bilges (Inspect and Pump-out), Belts and Sea Strainer.
Page 4: Getting Underway
Turn the key clockwise partially until the ENGINE ALARM sounds and pre-heat the engine. Turn the key fully clockwise to engage the engine. If the starter does not engage when the key is turned, move the gearshift lever slightly until you find neutral and try again while turning key. If the engine cranks slowly or fails to turn over, check the condition of the battery on the ELECTRICAL PANEL.
Page 5: Double-Check
Docking During docking, use the FLYBRIDGE HELM for greater visibility to the stern. Have your crew make ready the lines and fenders and give clear instructions on how you will be docking. Often times your crew will need to step off from the swim step with the stern line. Another crew member will need to be at the bow or mid-ships to hand over the next lines.
Page 6 SHORE POWER supports all AC equipment and receptacles on board, as well as the battery chargers. To connect to shore power, plug the 30 Amp POWER CORD into the boat and then into the dock receptacle. Check the power rating/plug size of the nearest dock receptacle (that is 50 amp, 30 amp, 20 amp, or 15 amp). If necessary, add a CORD ADAPTER located in the engine room on then port side.
Page 7: Sanitation System
devices as needed. The DC voltmeter on the DC panel can be switched between Port, Starboard, and House Battery banks to measure charging or resting battery voltages. When a battery bank is being charged, the voltage will read from about 13.1 volts to 14.4 volts depending upon state-of-charge of the battery bank.
Page 8: Water System
Holding Tank The sanitation HOLDING TANK holds approximately 27 gallons. Be aware of the rate of waste production. (about 1 gallon per flush) With an overfilled tank, it is possible to break a hose, clog a vent, or burst the tank.
Page 9: Heating System
Hot Water Tank The HOT WATER HEATER is available when connected to shore power or via a heat exchanger underway. To use on shore power, flip on the water heater circuit breaker on the AC electrical panel. Do not use the water heater if the water tank level is very low.
Page 10 Check The furnace EXHAUST PORT which is located starboard side aft, for any obstruction such as fenders or lines. Do not block this opening when operating the furnace. Heat will damage fiberglass or rubber. Once it is on, allow it to run for at least 15 minutes before turning it off. Turn ‘off’ the furnace heater by turning switch back off.
Page 11: Entertainment Systems
ENTERTAINMENT SYSTEMS AM/FM Stereo Radio The Premiere brand CD Player unit is located in V-Birth It operates like a normal car radio. There are ---- speakers . The BALANCE controls the sound distribution in the left and right speakers. (stereo) in the salon TV/VCR A TV/VCR is fixed in the galley salon.
Page 12: Crabbing & Fishing
Hook the can and bring the ring up to the boat to allow the second crew to thread the ring with the line. Release the hold with the boat hook. If your mooring line is led out the starboard chock bring the end of the line back through the port side.
Page 13 OTHER: Safety & Bilge Pumps SAFETY should be paramount in your daily cruising. A MAN OVERBOARD DRILL should be discussed and perhaps even practiced with a life jacket. Remember you lifejackets are stowed in starboard seat on flybridge. A few should always be out and ready. Your flares and safety equipment are located in the cockpit.