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line. Release the boat hook. If your mooring line is led out the starboard cleat, bring the end of the line back
to the port side cleat. You will essentially create a bridle with about 10 feet of slack from the cleats to the
can.
ANCHORING
Andiamo
carries a plow type anchor on the bow attached to 50 feet of chain and 200 feet of 5/8-inch rode.
There is a windlass which is controlled by a pendant in the forward cabin.
Setting the anchor:
Let out sufficient anchor rode (chain and line) before setting the anchor. Color markers are placed every 30
feet on the chain and nylon rode. If the anchorage is crowded, put down at least a 3 to 1 scope (60 feet of
rode for 20 feet of water at highest tide). Back the anchor in with a short burst in reverse from the engine.
Then let out additional scope dependent upon conditions. If the anchorage is less crowded, more scope is
always a better option. The holding power of the anchor increases greatly as more scope is added. There is a
second anchor in the starboard cockpit lazarette. This can be set off the bow or the stern as needed. Be sure
to secure the bitter end, as it is not secured in the lazarette.
Raising the anchor:
Coordinate the maneuver with the helmsperson to remain steady above the anchor as it is raised. As the
anchor rises, be careful not to allow it to swing against the hull.
BOAT SYSTEMS
ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS
Andiamo
has two electrical systems, 110 volts AC and 12 volts
DC. It is important to understand these two systems are
completely separate and isolated from one another. There is no
inverter. Both AC and DC systems are controlled at the electrical
panel at the navigation station.
110-Volt AC System
Andiamo
is equipped with the capacity to plug into dockside shore power (110 volt AC) using the heavy
yellow shore power cord. This system powers everything on the AC circuit breaker panel:
110 volt AC wall outlets
Battery charger
Water heater
Connecting to shore power:
Check the power rating/plug size of the nearest dock receptacle (that is 30 amps, 20 amps, or 15 amps). If
necessary, add a shore power cord adapter located in the compartment forward of the navigation station. The
procedure to hook up to shore power is as follows:
1. Make sure the “AC Main” circuit breaker is off.
2. Turn off the circuit breaker located at the shore side outlet on the dock.
3. Connect the plug to the shore side outlet. Give the plug a small twist clockwise to lock.
4. Turn on the circuit breaker at the dock.
