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Bow Thruster
Use the bow thruster only for close quarter maneuvering, short thrusts of power will move the bow to
port or starboard. Maximum continuous running of bow the bow thruster is 3 minutes with an interval
of a minimum of 3 minutes before engaged again.
Elegant Rendezvous
responds beautifully to her bow
thruster so small bursts work best.
Fueling Up
OPEN FILLER CAPS located port and starboard with a DECK FITTING KEY located port side lower
drawer in galley.
MAKE SURE YOU HAVE THE RIGHT FUEL! DIESEL! DIESEL! DIESEL! MAKE SURE IT
IS GOING INTO THE RIGHT DECK FILL!
DOUBLE-CHECK!
Before pumping, have an oil/fuel sorbs handy to soak up spilled fuel. You should have a rough idea of
the number of gallons you will need by the fuel indicator (332 gallons total). Also periodically have
someone turn on the key to watch the fuel gauge.
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 fuel
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 near the tank opening. The sound may
indicate that the tank is nearly full. Top off carefully, and be prepared to catch spilled fuel. Spillage
may result in a nasty fine. Replace each tank cap. Turn on blower before starting engines.
Caution --
Clean up splatter and
spillage immediately for environmental and health reasons. Wash hands with
soap and water
.
BOAT ELECTRICAL
The electrical system is divided into two distribution systems: 110 volt and 12 volt DC.
The systems are controlled from the AC ELECTRICAL PANEL located above berth stairs on
starboard side and the 2 DC AUXILIARY PANELS located next to the AC panel for cabin circuits and
on the flybridge starboard side for operation functions. The BATTERY SWITCHES are found in the
engine room bulkhead and near the generator. When not connected to shore power or operating the
generator, batteries are providing all power. Therefore, monitor the use of onboard electricity carefully
with your volt meter located on the cabin DC panel and turn off electrical devices that are not needed.
110-Volt AC System
SHORE POWER supports all AC equipment and receptacles on board, as well as the battery
chargers.
To connect to shore power, plug the 30 amp POWER CORD into the boat and then into the dock
receptacle. Check the power rating/plug size of the nearest dock receptacle (that is 50, 30, 20, or 15
amp). If necessary, add a CORD ADAPTER located in the cabinet on the port side of the cabin
entrance. Turn the dock power on. Cords coming off the bow can be wrapped loosely around the bow
