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Parallel Battery Switch

’s allow 

the starboard and port engine battery to 

be combined should you find that the single dedicated battery has 
insufficient charge to start the engine.  That switch is found on the 
battery panel above the DC electrical panel.  Again, slide the bar so that 
the parallel switch can be active.  As soon as the engine(s) engage, 
return the switch to the Off position. 

 

MARINE HEADS 

Blue Moon

’s heads are VacuFlush.  Simply depress the lever below each 

toilet bowl to evacuate the head.  There is a Tank Tender that will 
APPROXIMATE the level of the holding tank, it is critical to be aware 
how close each tank is to being full.   

The forward head has a ___ gallon holding tank, while the aft head has 
a ___ gallon holding tank. Overfilling either one can cause serious 
damage, clogging vent lines or worse.  It is strongly recommended that 
you empty the holding tanks every other day. 

Holding tanks can be emptied at a Marine Pump Out Station. 

Remove the Waste Caps located on the port side of Blue Moon.  One is 
adjacent to the fuel cap, the other just aft of there.  Insert the pump-
out nozzle into the waste opening and hold the nozzle firmly against 
the deck to allow for a tight seal.  Marina staff will usually then turn on 
the pump-out system to empty the holding tank.  Once emptied, 
replace the Waste Cap and move to the next tank. 

NOTE:  If possible, when fresh water and time permits, rinse each tank 
by running fresh water into the tank for about two minutes, then 
repump.  This helps to eliminate head odor. 

Summary of Contents for BLUE MOON

Page 1: ...BLUE MOON Ops Manual Welcome Aboard Blue Moon...

Page 2: ...and make sure all three are switched to the ON position The top switch is for the Micro Commander Controls then one each for the Port and starboard Engine Be sure the Micro Commander controls are in...

Page 3: ...off each engine Depress the STOP switch found just above the ignition switch DO NOT simply turn the ignition switch to the Off position When properly shut off the engines will stop after a short delay...

Page 4: ...st For best visibility around Blue Moon all close quarters maneuvering should be done from the upper station Both stations have a full complement of controls just make sure that the upper stations con...

Page 5: ...ch engine controls to Neutral and move the toggle switch to the On position If marina staff are not readily available with mooring buoys already dropped maneuver the stern of the dock close enough to...

Page 6: ...he Master Whichever engine is the Master that Micro Commander Control arm is adjusting both engine RPMs until the switch in returned to the Neutral Position To properly disengage both controls should...

Page 7: ...he aft of the Blue Moon To switch from Tank One to Tank Two you must access the engine room The valve can be found adjacent to each engine and by swinging the handle from position one to position two...

Page 8: ...e water pumps that should be switched on only when being used YELLOW DOTS signifies electronics or items to be used with caution NO DOTS signifies those breakers for very irregulars use with discretio...

Page 9: ...ou POP breakers turn off certain items that are drawing high amperage Pick and choose wisely what of have ON at any one time Water Heaters take a high draw for example INVERTER Blue Moon is equipped w...

Page 10: ...ch for approximately 20 seconds while still holding the pre heat switch in depress the start switch Hold that until the generator catches usually within 20 seconds Do a quick check to make sure the ge...

Page 11: ...battery bank is being charged the voltage will read 13 1 to 14 4 volts When the battery bank is at rest the voltmeter can provide a rough idea of the level of charge in the batteries The batteries ar...

Page 12: ...d has a ___ gallon holding tank while the aft head has a ___ gallon holding tank Overfilling either one can cause serious damage clogging vent lines or worse It is strongly recommended that you empty...

Page 13: ...WATERS To operate the macerator pump go to the DC panel You will note that both Macerator Pump switches have red dots next to them meaning to be used only by discretion To active each macerator simply...

Page 14: ...a faucet typically at the highest point If you do run out of water be sure to TURN OFF THE HOT WATER HEATER on the AC panel to avoid serious damage Blue Moon does have a 110 volt hot water heater with...

Page 15: ...voltage 12 volt and 110 Volt power It will use 110 volt whenever possible and only switch over to 12 volt when 110 is not available Monitor the use of 12 volt battery consumption when at anchor or mo...

Page 16: ...anchorage upwind or into any current and bring the boat to a stop or dead slow and begin to let out anchor chain Drop the anchor by depressing the foot switch or windless switch at helm station Let ou...

Page 17: ...trieved the captain should use caution with maneuvering Blue Moon As the anchor comes into sight continue to spray Depending on the bottom the anchor could be heavily encased in mud kelp or simply cle...

Page 18: ...To retrieve the dinghy engage the mounts on the swim step unscrew the motor mount locking mechanism and insert the lower pin At this time make sure the pressure relief knob is closed and drop down a...

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