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GRAND BANKS
OPERATIONS MANUAL
Welcome aboard!
We are happy you have chosen "Latis" for your vacation. We are sure you will
enjoy cruising the wonderful islands of the Pacific Northwest.
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 any
of the AYC staff.
The Grand Banks 46 ranks among the finest cruising yachts ever produced. With
her timeless trawler profile, sea-kindly semi-displacement hull and elegant teak
interior the 46 Classic has defined cruising luxury since her introduction in 1985.
In the long elegant tradition of Grand Banks, Latis epitomizes the classic cruising
vessel of the Inside passage. She is comfortable, well laid out, and a great motor
yacht for exploring in grace and comfort. Latis is 46 foot Sedan Cruiser in a
traditional design with a comfortable salon, staterooms, and deck space with easy
walk around space on each side of the vessel.
We wish to fair winds and following seas
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  • Page 1 OPERATIONS MANUAL Welcome aboard! We are happy you have chosen “Latis” for your vacation. We are sure you will enjoy cruising the wonderful islands of the Pacific Northwest. 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 any of the AYC staff.

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS Safety………………………………………………………………………… 4 Quick Start ....................... 5 Boat Operation ....................9 Engine Inspection ..................9 Start-Up ......................12 Shutdown ..................... 13 Before Leaving Dock ................... 15 Getting Underway ..................15 Cruising ......................16 Anchoring/Docking ..................19 Fueling ......................23 Boat Electrical ....................
  • Page 3 Heating Systems……………………………………………………………...41 Diesel Heater ....................41 Engine Heat ....................42 Bilge Pumps ..................... 43 Electronics……………………………………………………………………43 VHF Radio ....................45 Depth Sounder ..................... 45 Radar ......................46 GPS / Plotter ....................46 Entertainment………………………………………………………………..45 AM/FM Radio and each other ..............46 Barbecue......................47 Dinghy &...

  • Page 4: Safety

    SAFETY Safety is important in your daily cruising and should not be minimized. Review where safety equipment is before cruising. Trying life jackets on is a good idea in case they are needed latter. Lifejackets are located in the stern lazarette and also on the fly bridge under starboard aft facing seat.

  • Page 5: Quick Start

    Keep engines RPM under 1300 until engines warm to 150 degrees  Normal RPM is between idle and 2200. ‘Latis’ cruises a very comfortable 8 knots @ 1600 RPM with fuel consumption about 3 gals per hour. Do not exceed 2300 RPM for more than 30 minutes –...
  • Page 6 Turn off electronics at both helm stations; replace covers  Connect shore power. First to the boat, then to the shore receptacle (30 amp power for Latis)  If at an unfamiliar marina, be sure to check polarity of the shore power connection before...
  • Page 7 Daily (Overnight) Checklist at Anchor or Buoy  Anchor light ON during hours of darkness.  Turn off unnecessary electrical items. Even unplugging appliances not in use will help reduce the drain on battery power - turn off the power strip for the microwave and coffee maker ...
  • Page 8 First Thing Each Day:  If at anchor, turn OFF the anchor light  Check battery reserve on inverter panel (port side of wheel). If less than 12 volts, consider starting engines to begin recharging house batteries before using any additional electricity ...

  • Page 9: Boat Operation

    BOAT OPERATION ENGINE INSPECTION Remember to check WOBBS every morning: Water (Coolant), Oil, Belts, Bilge and Strainer. Access to the engine compartment is through the hatch near the port door. There are wooden stairs that can be removed when working by raising the silver latch and lifting the ladder up.
  • Page 10 Check the level of Oil in each engine by using dipsticks located on the side of each engine, easily accessed from the center of the boat. Look at the etch marks on each dipstick that indicate the proper oil level. Only add oil if level is near the lower mark and DO NOT OVERFILL! Please use a paper towel or oil rag, not the dish towels, to wipe off the dipstick.
  • Page 11 Strainer: Ensure the valve (yellow handle) on each raw water thru-hull is in the “OPEN” position (lever in-line with valve). Observe the metal screen through the glass of each strainer for debris. At times it may become necessary to clean the strainer due to a buildup of debris clogging the system.

  • Page 12: Start-Up

    START-UP The engines should be started from the lower helm station. 1. Turn battery selector on the DC panel (port side of helm) to “On”. 2. GEARSHIFT in neutral. 3. THROTTLE should be just above the idle position. Normally, plan to start the STARBOARD engine first. 4.
  • Page 13 Check the engine exhausts at the stern. There should be water burping out of the exhausts. If there is no water coming out, shut down the engines and see NOTE below. NOTE--If oil pressure is low, shut down the engine, and inspect engine compartment and look for possible cause (for example, loss of oil.) Caution -- If an engine is overheating or there is lack of raw water expelled in the engine exhaust, stop the engine immediately.

  • Page 14: Shutdown

    SHUT-DOWN After operating at cruising speed, allow engines to idle a few minutes to cool down before shutting them down (this usually happens naturally while tying dock lines or setting anchor). You can also turn on the engine room VENT switch to help cool the engine room.

  • Page 15: Before Leaving Dock

    BEFORE LEAVING DOCK DISCONNECT the shore power cord and stow it aboard. When disconnecting from the dock, make sure to turn the POWER OFF at the dock breaker before you pull out the power cord. This will prevent a ‘short’ between the power cord legs. Forward power connection Aft power connection Close the portholes, windows, and forward hatch.

  • Page 16: Cruising

    CRUISING Maximum cruising speed is about 1800 RPM. If you run at a slightly slower RPM (1400) you will cruise at about 7 knots and use a little over 2 gallons per hour. Speed will vary depending upon the weight, currents and weather conditions. NOTE: -- Higher engine speed causes higher temperatures (and possible damage) as well as a substantial increase in fuel consumption.
  • Page 17 Auto Pilot Autopilot can assist when taking long trips. Steers best in low range, 3 for smooth water To transfer the autopilot from the lower station to the fly bridge, turn the fly bridge on and it will turn the lower station off. When you go back to the lower station the autopilot will be off and the mode will be in auto, turn to off and back to auto to operate The motor and clutch are located below the lower steering console.
  • Page 18 Trolling Valve for fishing NEVER RUN THE ENGINE OVER 1000 RPM WITH THE TROLLING VALVE ENGAGED The trolling valve is located on the port engine transmission. The trolling valve operates by allowing the oil to bypass in the hydraulic transmission. The push and pull silver operating lever is on the starboard side of the lower steering station.

  • Page 19: Anchoring/Docking

    ANCHORING Anchoring in the Pacific Northwest can be accomplished with careful planning and patience. The tides, currents, and winds need to be taken into account when choosing the best spot. There are many guidebooks and online recommendations for anchoring in the San Juan’s. Taking the extra time saves worry down the road. Use the charts, onboard electronics, and your eyes to find your spot.
  • Page 20 the anchor may be dragging over rocks. Better to retrieve and try again, sometimes it takes a few tries so be patience. Taking the time saves the worry. Folks often rig a shoreline from the stern of the boat to shore. RAISING THE ANCHOR Before raising the anchor, ALWAYS start the engines as the windlass uses a large amount of power.
  • Page 21 Wash down the chain if it's muddy before it goes into anchor locker to keep things smelling nice. Turn OFF the Windlass power switch. • A spare Danforth anchor is stowed in the lazarette. Manual Windlass If the electric windlass is not functioning there is an ‘engaging’ pole in the small lazarette behind the windlass.
  • Page 22 DOCKING During docking, use of the fly bridge provides greater visibility of the stern (most damaged part of a boat). When docking from the lower helm station the backup camera can be useful. Have the crew prepare the lines and fenders and give clear instructions on how you expect to dock (bow in, port side tie;...

  • Page 23: Fueling

    FUELING There are two fuel tanks with a capacity of 300 gallons each. A spanner wrench is located in the step locker at the starboard side of the helm. Before pumping, have an oil/fuel sorb 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 and how hard you have been driving.
  • Page 24 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 a fuel spill from the tank vent. As the tank fills, the sound will rise in pitch (like water filling up a glass).

  • Page 25: Boat Electrical

    ELECTRICAL The electrical control panels are located on the port side of the helm. The electrical system is divided into two distribution systems: 12 Volt DC Panel (12 volt batteries) on top and 120 Volt AC (shore power and inverter) on the bottom. Dot system on the DC panel –...
  • Page 26 Turn off electrical devices that are not needed to conserve battery power when not running, or on shore power. To manage batteries and ensure the boat will start:  Shore Power: Battery Selector should be ALL - All batteries will be charged;...

  • Page 27: System

    AC SYSTEM SHORE POWER supports all AC equipment and receptacles on board, as well as the battery charger. Forward power connection Aft power connection To connect to shore power, plug the 30amp power cord into the boat (either shore power connection, forward or aft) and the dock receptacle. If necessary, 50 amp, 30 amp, 20 amp adapters are available.
  • Page 28 If it is on, do not turn on the SHORE CIRCUIT BREAKER, as there is a problem with the power supply. Almost all marinas in the San Juan Islands will not experience this problem; it is typically the outlying areas that could be a problem. If the light is not “ON”...

  • Page 29: Inverter

    If a normal AC outlet does not work, check the GFIC on one or more of the available outlets in the foreward head, or above the microwave to make sure it has not tripped. Each GFIC outlet can power several other outlets INVERTER POWER The Inverter control is located above and to the port side of the helm on the Magnum Energy panel.
  • Page 30 This same unit is used to determine the voltage of the batteries. The inverter power source is the DC house batteries located in the engine room. The quantity of DC power is limited to the capacity of these batteries... Running hair dryers, toaster, coffeepots, space heater, etc.

  • Page 31: System

    DC SYSTEM 12-VOLT The 12 Volt DC Panel shows all the systems supported by the batteries. Primarily you will be turning on the breakers for your lights, water pressure, electronics, etc. Bilge pumps should always be left on. The battery banks supply 12-volt DC power. The Battery Selector Switch controls the following: House battery bank and the Port engine Starboard engine start battery...

  • Page 32: Batteries

    BATTERIES The HOUSE battery bank provides power for all DC systems and automatic bilge pumps. When disconnected from shore power, all 12-volt devices drain the house battery. Use devices as needed. 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 33: Sanitation System

    SANITATION SYSTEM VACU-FLUSH MARINE TOILET It is important that every member of the crew be aware of the proper use of the Vacu-Flush TOILET. It is a great system usually without problems. If you only put human waste and a tiny amount of MARINE toilet paper into the toilet, you will have NO problems.

  • Page 34: Holding Tank

    HOLDING TANK The holding tank holds approximately 80 gallons in 2 tanks. 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. The result will be indescribable catastrophe and an EXPENSIVE FIX for you.

  • Page 35: Y-Valve

    If there is a fresh water hose on the dock, rinse the tank by adding about 2 minutes worth of water into tank. Then pump out again to leave the tank rinsed for the next charterer. This also helps eliminate head odors. In Canadian waters the tank contents can be discharged overboard with the MACERATOR.

  • Page 36: Water Systems

    WATER SYSTEM Water system consists of the following: FRESH WATER TANK The water pump is located above the refrigeration in the engine room. The two fresh water tanks hold 300 gallons total. One is located below the generator with a sight glass and the other is under the forward stairs and can be sounded with a stick.

  • Page 37: Shower

    SHOWER Water from the sinks and showers drains overboard through various thru-hulls usually located under the sinks. Before taking a shower, turn on the DRAIN PUMP switch on the DC Power Panel. When taking a shower, pull out the drain pump switch in the shower stall to activate the shower sump pump.

  • Page 38: Galley

    GALLEY STOVE & OVEN The stove and oven are propane. To use them, turn on the GAS STOVE circuit breaker on the DC power panel. The propane stove is activated by the following steps: 1. Turn on the propane tank located in the port side, forward, fly bridge seat. Open the valve slowly so as not to trip the regulator.
  • Page 39 4. Push in the control knob as far as it will go and turn it counterclockwise to HIGH. At the same time push the spark ignition button until the burner is lit. 5. Continue holding the burner control knob all the way for about twenty (20) seconds after ignition.

  • Page 40: Refrigerator

    REFRIGERATION There are four refrigeration areas; one in the galley, one in the salon under the settee, one in the master stateroom, and one topside near the barbeque. 1. Refrigeration will run from any of three sources of power; shore, generator, or inverter.

  • Page 41: Heating Systems

    HEATING SYSTEM 1. Hot water heat is from the diesel furnace or the heat exchanger on the engine. The circulating pump is located by the furnace in the engine room . The expansion tank is under the aft corner of the settee. Check this regularly 2.

  • Page 42: Engine Heat

    BILGE PUMPS Latis has two automatic bilge pumps located in the engine room. The master switch is located on the DC power panel. Normally, the switch will be left in the AUTO position. You may occasionally hear the pump operate due to condensation and water drips from the shaft log accumulating in the bilge.

  • Page 43: Electronics

    ELECTRONICS VHF RADIO There are two VHF radios. The first is located above the helm. Make sure the VHF breaker on the DC power panel is ON. To be able to hear the VHF, the Shipmate speaker device located to the left of the VHF must also be turned on. There is a second VHF radio located at the flybridge.

  • Page 44: Radar

    WIPERS Wiper controls are above the wheel on the starboard side next to the radar. RADAR To turn the radar on, please read the extensive instructions available in the Radar manual. We do not recommend operating in reduced visibility GPS / PLOTTER The GPS is at the helm and on the fly bridge.

  • Page 45: Entertainment

    ENTERTAINMENT SYSTEMS Upper TV To watch broadcast TV: 1) Power on TV with "Remote 1” 2) Select the antenna source by pressing the TV/VIDEO button on "Remote 1" 3) The TV should say “CH 3" in the top right comer 4) Power on the digital converter box with "Remote 2"...

  • Page 46: Am/Fm Radio And Each Other

    To watch DirectTV The upper DirectTV box must be powered on. The lower unit is only a repeater. See above 1) Make sure the TV is turned on with the power button on “Remote 1" 2) Select Video 1 by pressing the "Select" button on until TV says “Video 1"...

  • Page 47: Barbecue

    BARBECUE Latis is equipped with a Force 10 BBQ grill that uses standing 1 lb. disposable propane canisters. Note: AYC does not stock Propane bottles. You will need to purchase one if extras are not found on board. The propane regulator and propane bottles are located in the aft deck locker. BBQ tools and lighter are located in the galley.

  • Page 48: Dinghy & Outboard

    DINGHY & OUTBOARD MOTOR The Avon Dinghy is outfitted with a Yamaha 15hp, 2-Cylinder outboard and is located on upper level. It has a capacity of approximately 1,200 total pounds (which includes, motor, equipment and up to 4 people). The dingy is lowered with the davit controls.

  • Page 49: Crabbing & Fishing

    CRABBING & FISHING Always check the fishing and crabbing requirements before you leave on your cruise. You will need a valid Washington fishing license to participate. Many areas are CLOSED to crabbing and fishing on certain months, read the pamphlet carefully. CRAB AWAY FROM THE BOAT! Lines can get easily wrapped around props.

  • Page 50: Thru Hulls

    THRU HULL LOCATIONS Engine raw water intakes are located forward of each engine. The onboard seacocks operate on the simple “expanding plug” principle. A wingnut on the back of each valve is hand-tightened when in the valve is in the desired open or closed position.

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