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CHAPTER 16
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QUICK START GUIDE
1 -
Disconnect Shore-side Connections
To disconnect the shore power cord, turn off all AC loads on the boat and make
sure the main AC breaker on the AC panel (the double breaker) are all OFF.
Then disconnect the cord
at the dock end first
. Disconnect the cord at the boat
and close the shore power inlet cover.
2 -
Set Battery Switches
The battery selector switches are under the companionway step. Turn the engine
start switch and the house battery switch to the ON position. If the engine start
battery is low, the spring-loaded parallel switch can be held on until the engine
starts.
Remember to turn them all OFF when leaving the boat.
3 -
Check Engine
It is advisable to check the engine fluid levels before starting the engine. Refer to
the Owner’s Manual for instructions on checking the oil and coolant levels.
4 -
Visually Inspect the Engine Room
While doing other checks, it is a good idea to take a look around the engine for
loose belts, wires, oil drips or water in the bilge or anything else that may be out
of order.
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Check DC Panel
Check the DC panel to insure that the house bank has a reasonable charge
(12.2V or greater). If there is any problem, now is the time to learn of it. Make
sure the DC main breaker is ON, as well as any other circuits that you might
need in the course of your trip. If you need the searchlight in a hurry, for instance,
it’s better to have the breaker already on.
6 -
Turn On Navigation Instruments
Make sure the depth sounder is ON, then turn on the chart-plotter, VHF, radar
etc. Some instruments do not have power switches and are turned on at the
panel. It is always a good idea to bring paper copies of applicable charts and to
check your compass periodically.
7 -
Check Lights
