4
Getting Underway
Disconnect the shore power cord (see AC Power next page). Close portholes, windows,
and hatches. Turn on VHF and electronics. Assign crewmembers to their tasks. Once
outside marina, have crew members bring in fenders and put lines away.
Cruising
All close quarter maneuving should always take place at the upper helm. Make certain
the throttles are in idle and engage the gearshifts. Slowly come up to cruising speed of
1800 rpms. If you run at 1800 rpms, you will cruise at approx. 9-10 knots, using only 6
gallons of diesel/hour. Your speed may vary depending on weight, load, and weather
conditions. Trim Tabs can bring the bow down to the idle cruising position. Watch your
speed on the GPS as you adjust.
Note: Avoid high engine speeds as it causes the engine to overheat causing damage as
well as high fuel consumption.
Docking
During docking, use the upper helm for the best visibility. Give clear instructions to the
crew on what you will expect of them i.e. with lines and fenders. Open the fly bridge
windows for easy & clear communication.
Ensure trim tabs are rocked back up for slow speed backing. While moving slowly
towards the dock, center the wheel and use the gears and throttles to maneuver the
vessel. Throttles should only be used in moderate to windy conditions. Otherwise, the
use of the transmission should be sufficient.
Fueling
Open filler caps located on the port and starboard deck trails (marked DIESEL) with the
deck-fitting key kept in the book basket on the port side salon dash.
MAKE SURE YOU
HAVE DIESEL
!
Make sure it is going into the right deck fill! DOUBLE-CHECK! Before
pumping, have your oil/fuel sorb ready to soak up any spilled fuel. You should have a
rough idea of how many galleons you will need, but have someone check the fuel gauge
periodically by turning on the key.
Fuel gages at ¾ you need about 50 gallons (total)
“ “ “ ½ “ “ “ 90 gallons
“ “ “ ¼ “ “ “ 140 gallons
“ “ just above
E
“ “ 170 gallons
Put
Diesel
nozzle into the deck fitting and pump slowly listening to the sound of the flow.
Pumping too fast may not allow excess air to escape, which will lead to spillage out the
vent. As the tank fills, the sound will rise in pitch or gurgle. Pay attention to the vent
that it does not spill fuel into the water. Top off carefully, catching any spillage with
your sorb.
Check your gauges and if you have a sight gauge in the engine room, double-check they
are open and filled! Replace the deck fill caps and turn on the engine room blowers for a
few minutes. Clean up any spatter and wash hands thoroughly.
