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Warm the engines for about 5 minutes before engaging transmission. To raise rpms on engines in neutral,
press and hold the “N” button on controls while advancing throttle. Observe the readings of the gauges. The
oil pressure will register about 50 PSI. The engine temperature should rise slowly.
Note -- If oil pressure is low, shut down engine, and inspect engine compartment and look for possible cause
(for example, loss of oil.) Caution -- If an engine is overheating or there is lack of raw water expelled in
the engine exhaust, stop the engine immediately. Recheck the raw water-cooling system to ensure the
seacock is ‘open’ (handle in-line with valve). Next, check the raw water strainer for debris. Remove the
strainer, clean, re-assemble, and reopen the raw water intake valve (seacock). Restart the engine and re-
check water flow from the exhaust. If water is not flowing properly, the RAW WATER PUMP may need to be
serviced. Seek help.
Shut-Down
Before shutting down, allow the engines ‘idle’ for about 5 minutes to cool them gradually and uniformly.
The time engaged in preparing to dock the boat is usually sufficient. Ensure each GEARSHIFT
is in the
‘neutral’ position and each THROTTLE
is in the ‘idle’ position. Turn off the engines by turning each key
counter clockwise past vertical and hold until the engines come to a complete stop.
Getting Underway
Confirm that the helm you intend to use is activated. This can be done by pressing and holding the “Key”
button until indicator lights steadily. Engines must be in neutral to activate the helm station.
DISCONNECT the shore power cord (see 110-Volt next page). Use the Glendenning electric shore power
cord retrieval system to rewind (or to unwind cord) for use. Switch is located on aft deck port side locker
ahead of swim platform (NOTE: THERE IS ALSO A MASTER SHORE POWER SWITCH LOCATED
IN THE COMPARTMENT ACCESSED ON THE SWIM PLATFORM, NEXT TO THE GLENDENNING
ELECTRIC SWITCH. IT IS RECOMMENDED THAT ONE FLIP THIS SWITCH OFF BEFORE
CONNECTING AND DISCONNECTING POWER CORDS.) THEN REMEMBER TO FLIP IT BACK TO
THE ON OR UP POSITION. IF YOU LOSE POWER WHILE CONNECTED TO SHORE POWER, THIS
IS THE FIRST PLACE TO CHECK. THE SWITCH NEEDS TO BE FLIPPED BACK ON. THE SYSTEM
MAY OVERLOAD WITH ALL AIRCONDITIONERS RUNNING.)
Close the PORTHOLES, WINDOWS, and FORWARD HATCH. Turn on your VHF and electronics.
ASSIGN crewmembers their various positions. Once outside the marina, idle the engines while crew brings
in fenders and lines.
Cruising
All close quarters maneuvering should always take place at the upper helm. To activate this helm the
engines must be in neutral. Press and hold the “Key” button until the indicator light on that helm illumines
steadily. You will need to do the same at the lower helm when you wish to operate the vessel from this
helm.
Engage the GEARSHIFTS. The controls will engage transmissions at idle by moving forward to the first
“click.” There is a moment of lag time between this click and the transmissions engaging. Be patient.
Advancing the throttle levers too quickly will result in engaging transmissions at higher rpms, which can
damage transmissions. This “lag time” diminishes when transmissions are fully warmed up.
