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CHAPTER 16
QUICK START GUIDE
1 -
Disconnect Shore-side Connections
To disconnect shore power cords, turn off all AC loads on the boat and make
sure the main AC breakers on the AC panel (the double breakers) 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. Ditto for any phone/cable lines and dock
water hose.
2 -
Set Battery Switches
The battery selector switches are under the electrical panel. From left to right:
Combiner parallel switch should be OFF. Slide the covers down and Push Start
STBD engine switch and Start PORT engine switch, both ON. Be sure that the
HOUSE battery switch is also ON position. Unless running the generator
underway, the GENERATOR switch should be OFF with the cover slid upwards.
If the engine start battery is low the parallel switch can be turned on until
underway, then turned OFF.
Remember to turn all switches OFF when leaving the boat, except the HOUSE
battery switch, needed to keep the Refrigeration going.
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 lifting the bridge-deck and checking the oil
coolant and transmission levels.
4 -
Check Raw Water Seacock
Make sure that the raw water seacock is in the INTAKE position to supply the
engine with seawater for cooling. It is also advisable, once the engine is started,
to check the exhaust at the transom. You should see a surge of water every few
seconds.
5 -
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.
6 -
Check DC Panel
