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- Page 1 Information & operations manual for Bavaria Vision 46 2013 ‘Kibo’...
- Page 2 Welcome This image cannot currently be displayed. Welcome to Horizon Yacht Charters and your Bavaria Vision 46 “Kibo”. We hope you had a pleasant journey and are looking forward to a fantastic holiday and some of the finest sailing in the world here.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Contents Yacht specifications 12 volt panel and 110 volt breakers Inverter Engine start procedures Daily engine checks Generator Air Conditioning Instruments VHF procedure 10. Batteries / Battery Switches 11. Anchoring and using the windlass 12. Picking up a mooring buoy 13. -
Page 4: Yacht Specifications
1. Yacht Specifications Length 45' 10” Beam 13' 8” Draft 5’ 6” Fuel 55 gallons Water 153 gallons Engine 55 hp Volvo Penta D255 Location of: Fresh water refill (Stbd amidships) Diesel refill (Under panel next to throttle lever) Manual bilge pump (stbd aft cockpit) Propane tank (in locker aft of port helm) Windlass breaker (behind Nav station seat) Fridge drain/2... - Page 5 2. The 12 volt panel Use the up and down switches to toggle between your water gauge and your battery voltages. The following functions are available on the 12v panel. Top row functions from left to right: Middle row functions from left to right: Compass light Fresh water pump Navigational Instruments &...
- Page 6 110v breakers / Battery switches Main breaker, 110 volt breaker, leave on at all turn on to use times the 110v outlets with Generator or Shore Power Water heater Battery Charger breaker, leave this off The 110 volt outlets will operate whilst you are plugged into shore power or have the Generator running.
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Page 7: Inverter
3. Inverter Kibo is equipped with a built in 3000 watt power inverter that allows you to have access to the two adjacent 110v power outlets when you are underway. To avoid additional drain on your batteries while operating electrical appliances, the engine should be turned on and revved up to 1400 rpm IN NEUTRAL. -
Page 8: Engine Start Procedures
4. Engine start procedures. Make sure engine is in neutral. • • Press the ignition switch then press the start button until you hear the engine running. When the engine is running check to make sure you have water coming out of the •... -
Page 9: Daily Engine Checks
5. Daily Engine Checks Check the oil level using the yellow dip stick located to the left of the engine. The level • should be at least halfway between the empty and full marks. To add oil open the oil filler cap on the top of the engine. -
Page 10: Generator
6. Generator DO NOT RUN THE GENERATOR WHEN UNDERWAY Kibo is fitted with its own generator which will run the 110v outlets, two of the three air conditioning units and will also charge the batteries in place of the engine. The generator is located behind the door in the port aft cabin The generator is self-monitoring and therefore no checks need to be performed on a daily basis. -
Page 11: Air Conditioning
7. Air Conditioning The air conditioning operates when connected to shore-side power or when running the generator. The breakers for the air conditioning are in the cupboard at the aft end of the salon. Ensure all hatches and companionway doors are closed when running the air conditioning otherwise the compressors may freeze up. -
Page 12: Instruments
8. Instruments Kibo is equipped with the following instruments on board at the helm: Garmin GMI 10 (wind speed, depth, and more), GHC 10 (auto-helm), and GPS Map 4008. There are also two ship’s compasses located at the helms. Use the left and right arrows on the GMI Notice on the GHC 10 display that, just 10 to go through pages of information under the heading numbers, is a bar that... -
Page 13: Vhf Procedure
9. VHF Procedures Using the VHF radio: Familiarize yourself with the method for switching channels, and with the squelch and volume controls on your radio. Most radios have a button to instantly select Channel 16 – ensure you understand how this operates or you could end up speaking on Ch. 16 when you think you are on some other channel. - Page 14 Types of emergency: In the unlikely event that you are involved in an emergency stay calm and follow these steps. You will also have an Emergency Procedure card next to your VHF. Distress: “MAYDAY, MAYDAY, MAYDAY.” This is an International Distress signal and an imperative call for assistance.
- Page 15 10. Batteries The systems on your yacht are all 12volt with the exception of the Air conditioning. The batteries will need to be recharged as often as you deplete them. Conserving power will result in less time needed for charging, so turn off systems that are not being used. Your batteries will charge when the engine is running at 1400rpms or more, whether sitting at a mooring or motoring to a destination.
- Page 16 11. Anchoring & the windlass Setting your anchor: Preparation: Establish a non verbal communication system from bow to stern, as with the noise of the • engine and wind, verbal communication proves difficult. Tie the dinghy painter close to the boat at the bow or amidships to avoid wrapping it around •...
- Page 17 There is a high amperage fuse that will blow if the windlass gets overloaded. The fuse is located behind the backrest of the Nav station seat in the salon. There are six large fuses next to each other; the anchor windlass fuse is the smaller of the six (second from left) and is 100 amps. You can tell if the fuse is blown by the tab that pops up.
- Page 18 Manual operation of the windlass If you lose power to your windlass, start the engine and give it some revs, to make sure you have not just got a low battery voltage. Then make sure the windlass breaker with the anchor icon is in the ‘on’...
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Page 19: Picking Up A Mooring Buoy
12. Picking up a mooring buoy Ensure the dinghy painter is tied off short on the bow or amidships and is clear of the prop. • Approach the mooring buoy, keeping the bow into the wind or current, whichever prevails. •... -
Page 20: Bilge Pumps
13. Bilge Pumps Your yacht is equipped with one manual and two electric bilge pumps. The primary electric pump is automatic. The secondary electric pump is operated by the F5 switch on the 12v panel. Make sure that the yellow handle is in the correct position as this doubles as a fridge drain also (located in port salon bilge next to galley). -
Page 21: Fresh Water System
14. Fresh water system Kibo has a water capacity of 153 gallons shared between two interconnected tanks. quantity remaining can be checked by using the menu keys on the 12V panel. Before filling the tank let the water run from the hose for a while before placing the end into the filler that is located on the stbd deck amidships. -
Page 22: Heads
15. Heads Nothing is to be put down the head unless it has been digested first. • Both heads are operated by switch F1 on the 12V panel. • Operation of the head is by a single push button on the bulkhead next to the head. Usage of •... -
Page 23: Showers
16. Showers Your yacht has a hot & cold, fresh-water shower in each head and on the transom. If the engine has been running, the hot water can be very hot – be cautious! In order to use the showers, the fresh-water pump must be activated on the 12V panel. There is also a shower-drain pump switch on the 12v panel. -
Page 24: Refrigeration
17. Refrigeration The system on this boat is an upgraded 12v refrigerator. This system is designed to run 24hrs a day if you wish. To ensure that it does not fail there are two things you should do. Firstly, keep your batteries charged. If the level goes below 12v the system will malfunction. •... - Page 25 18. Propane and stove The propane tank locker is located in the cockpit under the helm seat on the port side. To use: Press the F2 button located on the 12V panel. This opens the solenoid on the propane tank. •...
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Page 26: Bbq
19. BBQ When using the BBQ, tie your dinghy off at the side of the yacht, not off the stern • Never use the BBQ while sailing • • Never use the BBQ on a dock • Never change propane tanks when using the BBQ Make sure someone is always tending the BBQ when hot •... -
Page 27: Fire Safety
20. Fire Safety Prevention is the best answer to fire safety. • Always switch off the safety solenoid when stove is not in use Never leave the stove or oven burning unattended. • Never change propane tanks whilst barbequing. • Never smoke below decks. -
Page 28: Dinghy And Outboard
21. Dinghy & Outboard The driver of the dinghy must be over 18, and must at all times be wearing the kill cord. Never operate the dinghy under the influence of alcohol or drugs. Always tow your dinghy on a short line while motoring and a long line while sailing, always •... - Page 29 Pull cord Stop button Gear Shift Choke Throttle Lever to lower Kill Cord and lift outboard Fuel tank Fuel line connection; make sure this is securely attached Fuel vent – make sure this is slightly open at all times...
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Page 30: Swim Platform
22. Swim Platform Kibo is equipped with a retractable transom that also doubles as a swim platform. There is a removable swim ladder that is stowed in the large cockpit locker. While under sail, the transom should remain closed and secure. After you have gotten to your anchorage feel free to deploy the transom for easy access to your dinghy, swimming or snorkeling.
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