CONTENTS: IMPORTANT POINTS:..............................6 • • PRE-START CHECK LISTS • A.M ..A . . IN ENGINE CHECK ............................7 B.G . ..E . .. N ... E RATOR CHECK ............................8 C.B ..A . .. T ..T . .. E ..R . .Y CHECK………...........................9 D.STARTING &...
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HOISTING DINGY ON AND OFF QUE SARA………………………………………………………………….38 A OFF LOADING DINGY…………………………………………………………………………………... 38 B RE_LOADING DINGY TO THE FLYBRIDGE……………….………………………………………….40 • C OPERATING DINGHY ........................42 • VIKING LIFE RAFT ............................42 • • • TV/TRAC VISION SAT............................ 42 • SALON COFFEE TABLE ADJUSTMENT……………………………………………………………………….43 •...
OPERATIONS MANUAL We hope you have a very enjoyable and safe trip aboard the Que Sara boat and at your destinations. This manual is provided to assist you in operating the and all the systems aboard. Please take time to review this manual thoroughly. Be sure to contact your Checkout Captain t o verify information and/or ask any questions.
Please read this complete manual thoroughly and ask AYC about anything that is not clear or that may be missing. Taking the time to read this manual completely will save you time, money, and risk of injury when arrive on holiday. ...
Inspect the Racor fuel filters and make sure they are clear and do not have water or debris accumulated in the bottom by shining the flashlight through the filter housing towards yourself. There are 2 filters per engine. If water is present, it may be drained out through the valve on the bottom of the filter housing.
BATTERY CHECK Check batteries once weekly. Check water level in starting batteries, house batteries and generator battery. All battery exterior surfaces should be dry and free of corrosion. All wire terminals should be tightly fastened. If there is significant corrosion or evidence of failing wires, please notify AYC.
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is shut off. When the ignition switches are turned of they release a magneto ( magnetic switch) which closes off the fuel supply which in turn kills the engines. If engines have been off for over 8 hours, make sure they run for at least 5 minutes and that the temperature gauges show at least 140 before going over 1000 RPM.
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B. START ENGINES: 1) turn ignition key fully to the right engine should start in 5 seconds or less. Repeat for second engine. 2) Let the engines warm up. 3) Voltmeter gauge will read 26-28 volts. 4) Oil pressure will read around 50 psi or above for cold engines. Warm engines will read in the 30‘s when idling but should never be at zero for a running engine.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS: 120 @ 2 4 0 VOLT SYSTEM : power sources and discussion 120 Volt electricity is used to run TV/VCRs, Convenience Outlets Microwave and one of the two 24 volt Battery Chargers , etc. The 240 volt circuits run the Cooktop/ Oven Washer/ Dryer / Water maker and The other of the two 24 volt Battery Chargers ...
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NOTE: When 240 volt power is supplied from shore power from a 50 amp connection or 2@30 amps feeds as described above, or from the generator, the remove trace inverter panel on the left of the AC Panel sidewall will indicate good power source when the two green indicator light are on , one solid and one blinking.
SHORE POWER : GENERAL Important!! Make sure you read this section and understand it completely! Special Considerations: Care should be taken not to exceed the shore power available. This vessel’s potential to consume electricity will exceed the dock’s capacity to provide it unless you are connected to 50 Amp power.
GENERATOR STARTING AND USE When shore power is unavailable, the generator can fully power the boat. It is a good idea to run the generator every day that you have not been connected to shore power to recharge all the batteries.
D. INVERTER – 4000 Watt 110v Power NOTE: The inverter system is setup to be totally automatic and should not need any changes to the settings. 120 volt power can be provided by the inverter which uses 24 volt battery power to make 120 volt AC current.
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24 VOLT SYSTEM The 24-volt system runs the electrical systems necessary to operate the vessel. Bilge pumps, water pumps, electric toilets, navigation lights, house lights, electronics, etc. are 24 volt systems. Overboard sewage switch 24
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DC PANEL OPERATION • Turn on all 24V breakers. For safety, Windlass Control breaker should be OFF except when using the windlass. Holding Tank Pump and Raw Water Wash down Pump should be OFF. NOTE: all bilge pump breakers should be ON and switches should be set to automatic all the time.
H. BATTERY CHARGER There is a separate battery charger for the engine start batteries. No intervention is required. The charger works when plugged into shore power or the generator is on line. I. DEAD BATTERIES In case batteries are drained to the point they will not start engines, start the generator and run for at least one hour before attempting to start engines again.
MARINE HEADS AND HOLDING TANK This vessel has two heads, each with an electric toilet. It has one holding tank with a capacity indicator in the 24 volt cabinet.
T HE VACU-FLUSH HEADS ...
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bottom of the bowl did not seal completely: you can tell if there is no water in the bowl. The solution is usually simple: Flush the head again and make sure the pedal comes all the way up when you remove your foot from it; then make sure the water doesn’t leak out.
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If the clog was from the AYC provided toilet paper , it will dissolve when wet and the clog might release later (if you have not already filled the bowl to the overflow point) If you have purchased other paper, waiting will not help. In US.
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tank. Do not rely only on the holding tank warning light located in each head. A tank quantity indicator is located in the 24 volt circuit breaker cabinet on the starboard side of the helm console. This gauge will also give the fresh water quantity level. Just push the quantity button until it reads for the appropriate tank you wish to check.
TUB, SHOWER AND SUMPS The tub shower and single shower each have a sump pump that is activated by a float switch. This requires the 24 volt circuit breaker to be on. If the shower is used without the circuit breaker, the shower water will end up in the bilges and be pumped out by the bilge pumps.
REFRIGERATORS, FREEZER AND ICE MAKERS Galley: This refrigerator freezer is 110 volt only and runs off the shore power, generator, or inverter powered by the house batteries. The refrigerator will take 8-12 hours to fully cool down when first turned on. However it is normally on prior to the commencement of charter.
MARINE DEISEL FURNACE The heating system is a Hydronic system which uses aWebasto Furnace to heat coolant which is then pumped throughout the Que Sara to small fan/coil units in various rooms and fan coil units connected by hose to small flush vents ( such as bathrooms etc.) There is a digital thermostat in the main salon and Master suite.
ELECTRONICS: NAVIGATION EQUIPMENT, RADIOS & RADAR Overview The boat is equipped with extensive electronic equipment, including VHF radios, two radars, two plotters with GPS receivers, two depth sounders, and an autopilot. The DC power supply for this equipment is controlled by a single electronics master circuit breaker in the bottom right corner of the DC power panel.
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OVERHEAD SWITCHES (bilge pumps,anchor light, windshield wipers ,etc) GUAGES WOOD BOX/IGNITION KEYS CORNER SEAT/FLARES SHIPS BELL TEAK BOX/ POWER ADAPTERS,ROPES TABLE SEATING Owners compartment under cushions OVERHEAD CABINET /MANUALS KEYBOARD & MOUSE TRIM TABS GPS SELECTOR FOR AUTOPILOT The QUE SARA is equipped with two radar units one is a stand alone and one is incorporated into the Nobeltec software and displayed as an overlay on the Chartplotter.
NOBELTEC NAVIGATION SYSTEM: The first of the two Navigation systems is Nobeltec software installed on an Aspire laptop located in the top drawer adjacent to the wheel in the pilothouse. Attached to the computer are USB connections for the GPS receiver and a donagle for the wireless mouse. Also available to this system is the small dome 16 mile radar unit located on the flybridge Arch.
Here is the function of each button: Basic operation is simple: ONLY USE THE AUTOPILOT FOR STEERING AND COUSRSE CONTROL DO NOT USE WAYPOINT FUNCTIONS! 1) To turn on the unit, push the “Stby” button to be in the“standby” mode. The unit will display its present heading.
REMOTE CONTROL SPOTLIGHT (Inoperative) Turn on the switch located on the control panel. Use the joy stick to move the light up, down, left or right. HAILER The Hailer is built into the Raymarine radio at the lower helm. To activate push the function button followed by the hailer button.
GENERAL VESSEL OPERATION Always operate the vessel from the helm station that provides sufficient visibility given your course, speed, and sea conditions. During docking maneuvers that may require backing, always operate from fly bridge as there is little visibility astern from the pilot house.
ANCHORING Anchoring can be accomplished safely with a minimum of fuss if you are prepared. Or, if you are not ready, it can be stressful and dangerous for you or the boat. Before attempting to anchor, select an anchorage with a soft bottom such as sand, mud, or gravel, if possible.
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The shore line is in the lazarette, and is long enough to usually allow taking it to a tree, around it, and back to the boat so you don't have to go ashore to untie when leaving. With a crew member keeping the boat in position, take the dinghy to shore pulling the end of the shore line with you.
3. Always use proper anchoring procedures when anchoring. (See Chapman’s) 4. Bring boat to complete stop before lowering anchor. 5. Pay out sufficient scope before setting anchor. ALLOW FOR HIGH WINDS DURING THE NIGHT. There is only enough anchor chain (400’) to anchor in 80’ of water or less with a 5:1 scope.
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aligned to have the points down. Carefully raise the anchor shank over the roller until the chain is snug.. 5. When finished with windlass, turn off breaker at panel. July 21, 2012...
HOISTING DINGHY ON AND OFF QUE SARA This section also applies in most part to hoisting any dinghy to or from the fly bridge. Hoist operation requires 2 people to safely manage the operation. • The Davit hoist is heavy machinery and is inherently dangerous. All precautions must be followed to avoid serious damage and/or injury.
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Note : you will want the (hydraulic control) boom set in this up position before re loading the dingy to best position it over the chucks. Off-Loading 1. Push davit cable control button to allow the lifting hook to be released from the keeper bunjie and un hook.
not let this happen freely but rather pay out the line slowly. 13. Using the davit control buttons let the cable out. Be carful that the dinghy is clear of QUE SARA’s railing. At that point, continue to lower the dinghy to the water. ...
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4. Raise the outboard motor to a position between fully up and fully down to allow the prop and skag to clear the aft deck when rotating it back onto QUE SARA. 5. Locate your crew to hookup the hoist cable hook to the dinghy. ...
OPERATING THE DINGHY Before taking off: 1. Make sure each passenger has a lifejacket available on the dinghy. By Washington State law, Kids under age 12 must be wearing their lifejackets at all times when in the dinghy. 2. Check level of gas in gas tank. ...
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Electrical bonding system w/sacrificial anode Glendinning Cablemaster with 100ft 50 amp120/240 V power chord 30 Amp chord and adapters. 4kW Inverter /charger (1) 80amp & (1) 40amp 24V battery chargers plus inverter charging Navigation lights Ignition engine alarms for engine overheat and low oil pressure condition. Halon engine room automatic Fire suppression system Oil change system Foredeck sun lounge...
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Master Stateroom Mid-ships Master Stateroom w/ Island Queen Berth Abundance of built-in locker & drawer Storage Cedar lined hanging lockers Vanity w/mirrored cabinet & molded sink Private head /vacu-flush toilets and large tub/shower. Dedicated entertainment Cabinet with 19” HD Sony Bravia LCD flat screen and DVD AM/FM/CD system Night stands w/two drawers Corian counter tops...
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Guest Stateroom: Two single berths at right angles with clothes locker and drawers Hall access to 2 head/shower. Hallway: Over Under electric Asko clothes washer and dryer July 21, 2012...
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Pilothouse: (dual/Redundant gps navigation and Radar 1) Complete instrumentation and Ignition switches. 2) Hidden Acer Laptop with Nobeltec 9 Navigation software, w/ dedicated GPS, 3) 19” Hi-definition monitor (Nobeltec) (17” remote Monitor on flybridge helm.) 4) Sitex Radar with chart overlay capability on Nobeltec system 5) Wireless keyboard and mouse (may be moved between LH and FB) 6) Second Radar System , Ratheon R41 raster Radar 7) Raytheon E120 Chartplotter with dedicated GPS/ Navionics platinum Card...
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Flybridge 1) Complete instrumentation and ignition switches 2) Raytheon L750 Raydata Depth/speed 3) Bow Thruster & Stern thruster Toggle controls 4) 17” remote Monitor from Acer/Nobeltec nav system 5) Dual station Hynautic hydraulic engine and steering controls 6) Autopilot remote 7) Ritchie 6"...
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Frigidare 12.6 cubic foot refrigerator/freezer Whirlpool Microwave oven U-Line icemaker (salon) Creda Electric Stove/Oven Frigidare Dishwasher Broan trash compactor Corian counter tops Coffee Maker Panninni Press Dishes, silverware , pots and pans Salon Salon Corian counter tops L-Lounge seating (six) HiLo cocktail/dining table w/2 stool/footrests Entertainment center with CD/DVD TracVision 6 mobile Satellite with direct-TV service...
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Dinnette U shaped dinette with Corian table seats 6 Aft Cockpit Stair to bridge Stair to engine room Transom shower Transom doors-port and starboard Swim step live fishwell Fender stowage Stern Mounted US Flag July 21, 2012...
PROBLEM SOLVING 1. ANCHOR CHAIN WON’T COME OUT OF CHAIN LOCKER 2. The anchor chain is continuous, secured at both ends, and cannot tangle. But sometimes a pile of chain will fall over, and one loop of chain will fall through another loop. Usually you can clear this by grasping the chain where it exits the hawse pipe from the chain locker with your hands, and pulling it up or down to “jiggle”...
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start button. Check battery, battery switches. Try starting with battery switch set to “both”. IS the ignition breaker on in the 24 Volt panel in the stairway to the cabins 5.1 - What to Do If Starter turns, assume fuel problem: did you bump a fuel valve on the manifold at back of engine room? Make sure all open, if one was closed, re-prime engine or call a mechanic if you can’t do this Remember, both engines eachhave their own battery banks engine has its own battery banks!
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radio, if available. Be sure to wear life jackets! Then, worry about the boat! In a true emergency, you certainly are authorized to call for immediate commercial assistance as minimally required to assure the safety of you and the boat. It is not an emergency, however, if neither you nor the boat are at risk.
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where the rudder posts are) after putting the engines into idle and/or neutral, if necessary. If you did "hole" the boat, go immediately to the "If an Emergency" on the preceding pages. If no hole, and still idling, is the boat vibrating? If "yes," put each engine into neutral in turn, identify and shut down the offender.
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