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OPERATION MANUAL 

 
 

POWER BOAT 

 

SCAPA 

 
 
 

Welcome aboard! 
 
We  are  happy  you  have  chosen  SCAPA,  which  is  a  verb  word  for  “to 
escape”  or  “to  seek  refuge”,  for  your  vacation.  We  are  sure  you  will 
enjoy  escaping  to  the  lovely  islands  of  the  Pacific  Northwest  onboard 
SCAPA.

 

 

SCAPA  is  a  fast  trawler  with  a  Pacific  Seacraft  pedigree.  Pacific 
Seacraft  has  built  a  solid  reputation  for  rugged  offshore  performance, 
classic  design,  and  unmatched  value  in  blue  water  sailboats.  With  the 
introduction  of  the  Pacific  Seacraft  38T,  these  same  timeless  qualities 
are available to the power cruising enthusiast.   

 
We  trust  this  manual  will  help  you  become  familiar  with  SCAPA.    If 
you have questions about the boat or about places to visit, please do not 
hesitate to ask the AYC staff. 
 

 
 

Summary of Contents for SCAPA

Page 1: ...trawler with a Pacific Seacraft pedigree Pacific Seacraft has built a solid reputation for rugged offshore performance classic design and unmatched value in blue water sailboats With the introduction of the Pacific Seacraft 38T these same timeless qualities are available to the power cruising enthusiast We trust this manual will help you become familiar with SCAPA If you have questions about the b...

Page 2: ...Getting Underway 5 Cruising 5 Docking 5 Fueling 6 Boat Electrical A C Shore Systems 6 Inverter 7 Generator 7 D C House Systems 7 Batteries 8 Sanitation Systems 8 Marine Toilet 8 Holding Tank 9 Y Valve 9 Water Systems 10 Fresh Water Tanks 10 Fresh Water Pump 10 Hot Water 10 Shower 10 ...

Page 3: ...in Cabin Heaters AC 11 Engine generated Heat DC 11 Electronics 11 VHF Radio Depth Sounder 11 Radar 12 GPS Plotter 12 Entertainment 12 AM FM Radio 12 CD Player 12 TV Stereo 12 Anchoring Mooring Cans 12 Barbecue 13 Dinghy Outboard 13 Crabbing Fishing 14 Other Bilge Pumps Safety 14 Thru Hull Diagram 14 ...

Page 4: ...GEARSHIFTS are in neutral or the engines cannot be started because of the neutral lockout THROTTLES should be run up and down and then brought almost back to the idle position Turn on Engine Start breaker s on electrical panel Insert both keys into the IGNITION SWITCHES or press START button to engage starter Normally plan to start the port engine first Turn the key clockwise partially until the E...

Page 5: ...n fenders and lines If your vessel is equipped with a bow thruster this is often helpful to hold the bow to the dock while the bowline is removed Cruising All close quarters maneuvering should always take place at the FLYBRIDGE HELM Engage the GEARSHIFTS Ensure the throttles are in the idle position before engaging the gearshifts to avoid transmission damage Cruising speed is a maximum of about 28...

Page 6: ...n a person by tank site glasses to watch fueling progress 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 spouting from the tank opening As the tank fills the sound will rise in pitch or gurgle Pay attention to the TANK OVERFLOW VENT on the outside of the hull n...

Page 7: ...C house or inverter batteries located in the aft cabin starboard quarter panel behind ladder The quantity of DC power is limited to the capacity of these batteries Therefore running hair dryers toaster coffeepots space heater etc and will quickly discharge the house inverter batteries Use these items VERY SPARINGLY Monitor your battery usage very carefully If anticipated power usage is heavy start...

Page 8: ...s drain the house battery Use devices as needed The DC voltmeter on the DC panel can be switched between Port Starboard and House Battery banks to measure charging or resting battery voltages 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 When the battery bank is at rest that is not being charged the...

Page 9: ...ible to break a hose clog a vent or burst the tank The result will be indescribable catastrophe and an EXPENSIVE FIX to you Empty the tank EVERY OTHER DAY to avoid this problem Flushing a few ounces of AYC provided deodorizer will help eliminate odors The HOLDING TANK is on the starboard side forward of the engine Some may be subject to a visual check with a flashlight or the watermelon test by th...

Page 10: ...me Fresh Water Pressure Pump The WATER PRESSURE PUMP is located in the engine room starboard forward of the engine Activate pump at the DC panel by turning on the breaker If the water pump continues to run you are either out of water or might have an air lock and need to bleed the system by opening up a faucet If you run out of water SHUT OFF YOUR HOT WATER HEATER on the AC panel Serious damage ca...

Page 11: ...nitor the use of the refrigerator when the engines are not charging the 12 volt battery system The local power switch is located above front door It can be turned down to the lowest position when anchored or moored or turned off when turning in for the night Minimizing openings helps a lot HEATING SYSTEM Diesel Heater DC The DIESEL FORCED AIR FURNACE provides heat in the same way as a household fu...

Page 12: ...he NAV breaker located above the companionway door Refer to the RAYMARINE manual normally found beneath the salon port settee Note GPS is considered a navigation aid Do not rely on it Compasses charts and dividers are the tools to plot position course and speed ENTERTAINMENT SYSTEMS XM Stereo Radio The unit is located above the galley cabinet starboard side It operates like a normal car XM radio T...

Page 13: ...und DANFORTH ANCHOR is normally stowed in the stern lazzarette The 100ft SPARE ANCHOR RODE is located in with the spare anchor Attach the rode securely to the chain shackle Mooring Cans The State Park Sticker on your vessel allows you to pick up the MOORING CANS in the parks for free You only need to register at the kiosk usually located at the heads of the docks Mooring cans have a metal triangle...

Page 14: ...for long periods or in exposed and potentially rough water is STRONGLY DISCOURAGED Coast Guard regulations state that any child 14 and under must wear a life jacket in a dinghy It is a good idea for EVERYONE to follow this rule CRABBING FISHING Always check the fishing and crabbing requirements before you leave on your cruise You will need a license Many areas are CLOSED to crabbing and fishing on...

Page 15: ...occasionally hear the pumps operate due to condensation and water from the shaft log accumulating in the bilge The ENGINE SPARES BOX is stowed in the stern lazzerette or in the engine room This includes oil filter raw water impeller pump parts injectors and other small parts Two SPARE PROPELLERS are found in the forward v berth THRU HULLS are located in the engine room ...

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