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Starting:
a.
Please visually inspect the engine compartment daily, if there is no oil or liquid under the engine you
are good to go.
All boats in San Juan’s fleet have the engines checked by a mechanic on every
turnaround, so there really is no need to check the oil level unless you are out for more than
one week.
b.
Make sure the gearshift is in neutral (vertical), push in the red button at bottom of handle (which
disengages the shifter), then push forward until you feel it engage the throttle a bit.
c.
Turn on the key on the engine panel and push the start button.
d.
After she starts, check for water flowing out the exhaust.
e.
There is no need to warm up the engine
as getting off the dock (or anchor) and leaving the harbor
will do this. If you have been sailing and are switching to engine power starting before you furl will
be plenty of warmup.
f.
When you are ready to go, return throttle lever to the upright position and move back to inboard
position. Lift the top of the lever and move handle forward for forward gear or reverse for reverse
gear.
Engine Alarms
– If the buzzer sounds while the engine is running first look at the engine panel to see if it
is overheating or low oil pressure causing the alarm. If oil pressure alarm is on immediately shutdown the
engine. If it is overheating, check to see if cooling water is flowing out the exhaust before shutting down.
Overheating is the most likely cause for the buzzer. It is worth checking on the oil level, coolant level and
raw water strainer. If you see something obvious and can fix it great, if not please call one of the numbers
on the first page.
Engine Shutdown
– First make sure the engine is at idle and the gearshift in neutral. Then push the stop
button on the engine panel for about 2-3 seconds (until the engine dies). DO NOT TURN OFF THE KEY
BEFORE THE ENGINE IS STOPPED, DOING SO CAN DAMAGE THE ALTERNATOR DIODES
.
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Enrichment:
Chinook is equipped with two hammocks with straps located under the aft-most port
settee cushion that we enjoy using on deck (not while underway!) with one end strapped around the
furled headsail/stay and the other end attached to a shroud with a carabiner. With a sleeping bag, this
is a quite comfortable sleeping arrangement or a nice way to watch the sun set. Licensed
fisher(wo)men can find the crab ring stored in the starboard cockpit locker. A few of our favorite
games, books, and wildlife identification cards can be found in the port saloon cabinet. “Mood
lighting” by LED string lights and/or tea-light candles is located in the starboard saloon cabinet behind
the TV. Information regarding the TV/DVD player, family-friendly DVD selection and stereo system
in the electronics section above.
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Fuel Tank:
The
fuel tank holds 33 gallons
and is located under the aft berth. The fuel gauge is
located on the engine panel (see picture above).
Fuel gauges on boats have a tendency to stick and
show more fuel than may actually be there.
So, it a good idea to note the engine hours (on tach)
when you leave or last filled and then fill up when you have run the engine for 30-35 hrs.
The deck fitting for the tank filling is on the port aft side.
When filling the tank listen closely and stop as
soon as you hear fuel coming up the fill pipe
. It will foam out the vent if you go further. If fuel spills on
the deck please wash-up with soap as it yellows the fiberglass.
