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ARCTIC STAR OPERATING MANUAL
NW Explorations
10.2
To Launch the Tender:
1.
Be sure the generator is running and charging the
batteries.
2.
Be sure that the two drain plugs are secured in the
transom.
3.
Plug the winch remote control into the davit control
socket. The remote control is stowed under the cabin-
door step at the lower helm station.
4.
Connect the winch hook to the tender bridle.
5.
Disconnect the hold-down straps that secure the
tender to the deck at the stern and untie the bow.
6.
Tilt up the outboard so that the lower unit will clear the
side-deck rail. The tilt rocker switch is on the side of the
shifter handle.
7.
Lift the tender to a height where it will clear the side-
deck rail.
8.
Push the tender over the starboard side and pivot it as
you go so that the stern of the tender is toward the bow of Arctic Star.
9.
Lower the tender into the water.
10.
Have a crew member (who is wearing a PFD) climb down into the tender and disconnect
the bridle.
11.
Move the tender to the stern of Arctic Star and tie it snug to the swim platform.
12.
Return the davit hook to the sundeck and secure it so that it will not move as the boat
rocks.
13.
Stow the remote control in the step at the lower helm.
10.3
Starting the Outboard Motor
The 20-hp Nissan outboard motor uses gasoline that is in the gas tank under the forward seat.
This four-stroke motor does not require oil to be added to the gasoline, it is lubricated with oil
in the engine.
To start
:
1.
Tilt the motor down into the water. The tilt rocker switch is on the side of the shifter
handle.
2.
Pump the fuel line bulb until it is firm.
3.
Be sure that the gas tank vent is open. The vent is on the gas tank fill-cap.
4.
Turn the key clockwise to the on position and further to engage the electric starter.
5.
You may lift the throttle lever on the control unit to help with a cold start, the choke is
automatic.
6.
Allow the outboard motor to warm up for a few minutes.
7.
To shift into gear, squeeze the shifter handle to release the neutral lock;
a.
Push forward to engage forward gear,
b.
Pull backward to engage reverse.
8.
Moving the shifter handle past the in-gear position will increase the throttle and speed
of the tender.
