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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.
Fueling Up
OPEN FILLER CAP(S) located midships on both sides with a DECK FITTING KEY which is kept in
forward galley drawer.
MAKE SURE YOU HAVE THE RIGHT FUEL! DIESEL! DIESEL! DIESEL! MAKE SURE IT IS
DOUBLE-CHECK!
GOING INTO THE RIGHT DECK FILL!
Before pumping, have an oil/fuel sorbs handy to soak up spilled fuel. You should have a rough idea of the
number of gallons you will need by the engine hour indicator. Also periodically have someone turn on the
key to watch the fuel gauge.
Place the DIESEL nozzle into the tank opening, pump slowly and evenly, and note the sound of the fuel
flow. Pumping too fast may not allow enough time for air to escape, which may result in spouting from the
tank opening. As the tank fills, the sound will rise in pitch or gurgle. Pay attention to the TANK
OVERFLOW VENT on the outside of the hull near the tank opening. The sound may indicate that the tank
is nearly full. Top off carefully, and be prepared to catch spilled fuel. Spillage may result in a nasty fine
from law enforcement.
Replace each tank cap. Turn on blower before starting engines. Caution -- Clean up splatter and spillage
immediately for environmental and health reasons. Wash hands with soap and water thoroughly.
BOAT ELECTRICAL
The electrical system is divided into two distribution systems: 110-volt AC and 12-volt DC.
The systems are controlled from the AC ELECTRICAL PANEL located in the salon at the helm, the DC
AUXILIARY PANEL located in the same location and is the top portion. The BATTERY SWITCHES
FOUND near floor by helm. When not connected to shore power, batteries are providing all power.
Therefore, monitor the use of onboard electricity carefully with your volt meter located in DC panel and turn
off electrical devices that are not needed.
Most breakers are labeled by colored dots. Green signifies "usually on". Red is "usually off" Blue dots are
water pressure or water-related like pumps. Yellow signifies electronics or items to use cautiously. No dots
are breakers signify irregular use or use with discretion.
110-Volt AC System
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