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The dinghy gas container is in the lazzarette. Connect it to the engine and squeeze the in-line bulb a
number of times to get gas into the engine.
Lower the engine all the way using the up-down controls on the dinghy shift lever.
Insert the dinghy key into the ignition and turn clockwise to start. On the initial start you may need to
use the choke lever. Let the engine warm up for a few minutes before disengaging from the boat. Make
sure you see a stream of water exiting from the rear starboard of the engine. If there is no stream of
water, shut down the engine and try to clean out the exit port using a toothpick or a piece of wire. If this
doesn't work, seek professional help before trying to use the dinghy.
Once the engine is started, disengage the small lock pins at the mounting brackets, then disengage the
mounting brackets (dinghy to swim step) and move slowly away from the boat.
On return, approach the boat slowly and line up the dinghy with the swim step mounting brackets. In
order to engage the brackets you may have to shift some weight to the port side to lower the dinghy
attaching locks enough to engage those on the swim step. Insert the locking pins.
Raise the engine sufficient to clear the dinghy tube. Lower the Sea Wise attaching cable and hook the
eye over the hook on the engine. Raise the dinghy by pushing up on the switch until it engages the
davit. Insert the SS cylindrical pin and the slide through locking latch. Lock the latch.
Flush the engine with fresh water using the "rabbit ears" attachment in the cockpit locker. Place the
suction cups over the engine intake slots (lower end of engine shaft), turn on fresh water and start
engine. Run for a few minutes, making sure there is a stream of water coming from the engine.
There is a bag stored in the lazarette which goes under the dinghy back seat and contains flares, a horn,
a patch kit, extra line, a flashlight, a foot operated air pump, a grappling hook and line, and an anchor.
There are also air pumps in the lazarette locker.
Be very careful. The dinghy and its davit and controls are not toys; make sure that only adults launch,
operate and retrieve the dinghy.
Note: Wear a life jacket and take a portable VHF radio with you whenever using the dinghy
CRABBING AND FISHING
Always check the fishing and crabbing regulations before you leave on your cruise. You will
need a license. Many areas are CLOSED to crabbing and fishing on certain months.
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