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REDTAIL - Version 2015 - May

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OPERATIONS MANUAL

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REDTAIL

54’ Symbol Pilothouse Motoryacht

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Page 1: ...REDTAIL Version 2015 May Page 1 of 28 OPERATIONS MANUAL for REDTAIL 54 Symbol Pilothouse Motoryacht...

Page 2: ...DTAIL We live in Northern California next to 400 acres of open space in the Santa Cruz Mountains From our home we enjoy a view that looks down from a hilltop perch and out over a majority of the open...

Page 3: ...1 House 12 volt System 11 House Battery Bank Switch 11 SANITATION SYSTEM 12 Marine Toilet 12 Holding Tank 12 Y Valve 13 WATER SYSTEM 13 Fresh Water Tank s 13 Fresh Water Pressure Pump 14 Hot Water Tan...

Page 4: ...E OUT OF CHAIN LOCKER 25 ANCHOR FOULED CAN T RAISE IT 25 ANCHOR WINDLASS WON T TURN 25 BATTERIES HOUSE KEEP RUNNING DOWN 25 ENGINE OVERHEATS 25 ENGINE WON T START 25 ENGINE STARTS THEN SLOWLY DIES 26...

Page 5: ...ach engine Check the SEA STRAINER for debris use a flashlight to shine through the bowl To clean them close the THRU HULL spin the tops of the sea strainer off pull and clean the basket clean out the...

Page 6: ...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 flowin...

Page 7: ...ing upon the weight load sea current and weather conditions At these speeds the TRIM TABS do not have much effect If you want to run faster up to 2000 rpm the TRIM TABS can be put in the bow down posi...

Page 8: ...of the metal indicator gauges Watch both sight gauges in the engine room as both tanks will fill while fueling one side Place the DIESEL nozzle into the tank opening pump slowly and evenly and note t...

Page 9: ...he dock receptacle Check the power rating plug size of the nearest dock receptacle that is 50 amp 30 amp 20 amp or 15 amp If necessary add a CORD ADAPTER located in the forward end of the engine room...

Page 10: ...or your battery usage very carefully When connected to shore power the inverter automatically becomes a battery charger for the 12 volt HOUSE BATTERIES Should you detect the inverter failing to charge...

Page 11: ...om just to port of the entryway stairs Normally leave all switches on the ON position Your 12 volt panel shows all the systems supported by your batteries Primarily you will be turning on the breakers...

Page 12: ...an the toilet as necessary There is no direct overboard discharge on REDTAIL All effluent goes directly into the 2 holding tanks Holding Tank REDTAIL does not smell like old head The entire sanitation...

Page 13: ...e macerator pump switch on the main DC electrical panel labeled Holding Tank Pump 3 WATCH the gauge in the Master Head and or LISTEN to the pump When the gauge indicates or the sound the pump makes ch...

Page 14: ...wer stall and floor There is a squeegee blade in each shower please use if after you are done This keeps the boat drier and reduces mildew Check for accumulation of hair in the shower and sink drains...

Page 15: ...n on the coldest nights The furnace for the staterooms is located under the floor starboard side in the VIP stateroom The thermostat that controls this is located in the Master cabin just by the head...

Page 16: ...rt MFD then turn on the other MFDs 3 Setup the Chart display on the port MFD You can choose to overlay the radar image on the chart if you so wish 4 On the starboard MFD setup a split screen with the...

Page 17: ...turned ON Both fixed mount VHF radios have DSC and the MMSI numbers have been properly registered The CALL SIGN is WDH7361 Note that the pilothouse VHF has AIS and it is integrated with the multifunct...

Page 18: ...and the password is kpqao99169 If you don t see BBX then pick any open no password required WIFI network with a strong signal 6 Once you have connected the REDTAIL WIFI network to the shore side WIFI...

Page 19: ...hor tension be taken solely by the windlass That s not what it was built for use a bridal on the Samson post Be aware of your swing radius as compared to other boats and objects around you You might w...

Page 20: ...unit back in the lazarrette Caution For safety reasons do not store an opened propane bottle within the salon or engine compartment Chances are these will leak slightly once opened and propane gas co...

Page 21: ...and aft straps to the pad eye mounted on the swim platform at the center of the davits This keeps the live or swinging weight to a minimum Note if the tender fills with water while hanging in the davi...

Page 22: ...MPS The master switch is located on the DC electrical panel Normally the switch will be left in the AUTO position Secondary switches are located on the panel below the pilothouse steering wheel You ma...

Page 23: ...l SER No AR No HP max RPM max Port 3208TA 01Z26478 7W7500 375 2800 Starboard 3208TA 01Z26477 7W7500 375 2800 Transmission Details Caterpillar Model SER No Ratio Shaft Dia Screw Port MG507A1 2 54 1 2 3...

Page 24: ...REDTAIL Version 2015 May Page 24 of 28 THRU HULL LOCATIONS ACCOMMODATIONS Denotes approximate Thru Hull Locations...

Page 25: ...eaker by the lower helm on If the motor is running is the clutch tight Use the anchor windlass emergency handle stored in the cockpit cabinet just port of the companion way door Windlasses are equippe...

Page 26: ...dive it yourself if able Check for vibration Try turning shaft by hand in engine room both should be turn able with engine in neutral Is shaft noisy or does it load engine Do not use that side or call...

Page 27: ...like calm way It will make everyone s day a better one Hitting a Log Rock or Debris Please Don t Hitting a log is a real risk in our Northern waters because logging and log rafts are such a big part o...

Page 28: ...ion 2015 May Page 28 of 28 If there is no vibration on either engine you probably did no running gear damage Congratulations Our diver will check your vessel s bottom upon your return just as after ev...

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