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Prior to docking, rock TRIM TAB switches to the ‘bow up’ position (8 to 10 seconds) to make slow-
speed backing and turning easier. While moving slowly to the dock or mooring location, center the
WHEEL (e.g. rudders straight) and use only the GEARSHIFTS and THROTTLES to maneuver the boat.
Fueling Up
OPEN FILLER CAP(S) located on port and starboard sides
with a DECK FITTING KEY which is kept in
the drawer left of sink in the salon.
MAKE SURE YOU HAVE THE RIGHT FUEL! DIESEL! DIESEL! DIESEL! MAKE SURE IT
IS GOING INTO THE RIGHT DECK FILL!
DOUBLE-CHECK!
Before pumping, have an oil/fuel sorbs handy to soak up spilled fuel. There is a roll of sorbs in the
engine room. Locate fuel vents if possible to listen for tank becoming full and to know where sorbs may
be needed. You should have a rough idea of the number of gallons you will need by the engine hour
indicator. Also periodically have someone turn on the key to watch the fuel gauge or station a person by
tank site glasses to watch fueling progress.
Place the DIESEL nozzle into the tank opening, pump slowly and evenly, and note the sound of the fuel
flow. Pumping too fast may not allow enough time for air to escape, which may result in spouting from
the tank opening. As the tank fills, the sound will rise in pitch or gurgle. Pay attention to the TANK
OVERFLOW VENT
on the outside of the hull near the tank opening. The sound may indicate that the
tank is nearly full. Top off carefully, and be prepared to catch spilled fuel. Spillage may result in a nasty
fine from law enforcement.
Replace each tank cap.
Caution -- Clean up splatter and spillage immediately for environmental and
health reasons. Wash hands with soap and water thoroughly.
BOAT ELECTRICAL
The electrical system is divided into two distribution systems: 110-volt AC and 12-volt DC
.
The systems are controlled from the AC ELECTRICAL PANEL located on the left side of the lower helm
station and the DC AUXILIARY PANEL located on the right side at the lower helm station, and the
BATTERY SWITCHES FOUND in the engine room just inside the cockpit access door. When not
connected to shore power or running the generator, batteries are providing all power. Therefore, monitor
the use of battery levels carefully with your volt meter located to the left of the lower helm station. Turn
off electrical devices that are not needed.
Most breakers are labeled by colored dots. Green signifies “usually on”. Red is “usually off” Blue dots
are water pressure or water-related like pumps. Yellow signifies electronics or items to use cautiously.
No dots are breakers signify irregular use or use with discretion. Note that many 12 volt breakers on
Defiant II are not “switchable.” They are always in the “On” position unless they “pop” and need to be
reset.
110-Volt AC System
SHORE POWER supports all AC equipment and receptacles on board, as well as the battery chargers.
