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Maintenance Notes from the Owners
July 2017
There are several helpful things to know about Prima Vista for your charter.
Prima Vista is getting a new gauge cluster!
We have several gauges that don’t function properly and we
can’t find exact replacements, so we’re in the process of
matching new, easier to read gauges with the existing engine
sending units. Here’s what you need to know.
1.
Starboard temperature gauge has a temporary
replacement under dash by VHF radio. Usually runs
around 190 degrees while cruising.
2.
Port Voltage gauge reads +16 volts and you can
ignore this reading. Work was recently completed to
replace alternators and verify the charging system is
functioning. You are good to go.
3.
Engine Sync and Rudder Angle reading is inaccurate and you should manually adjust the throttles
to match engine RPM’s between port and starboard engines on the tachometers. Using simple
seamanship, you should manually verify your rudder angle prior to entering marinas.
Compass heading discrepancies
There are variants in the compass headings on the boat. All three
directional locations show a different compass heading and we are
working on the recalibration.
You’ll find the GARMIN Navigation system works just fine, but
USE CAUTION if you choose to use the Autopilot functions for
anything other than short periods! As always, use your good
marine captain’s judgment, charts and visual headings while
cruising.
Miscellaneous
There are a couple of zipper pulls which have become broken and we are missing snaps at a couple
locations that need to be replaced. Please let us know about anything else.
Thank you for your patience and we hope these items will not distract you from enjoying your cruising.
