OPERATION MANUAL. Carver 38 SS Elegant Rendezvous

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1 OPERATION MANUAL Carver 38 SS Elegant Rendezvous Welcome aboard! We are happy you have chosen Elegant Rendezvous for your vacation. We are sure you will enjoy cruising the lovely islands of the Pacific Northwest. We hope this manual will help you become familiar with the vessel. If you have questions about her or about places to visit, please do not hesitate to ask the AYC staff. TABLE OF CONTENTS Boat Operation Engine Inspection.Page 3 Start-Up Page 3-4 Shutdown..Page 4 Getting Underway.Page 4 Cruising.Page 4 Docking & Bow Thruster..Page 4-5 Fueling Page 5 Boat Electrical A.C. (Shore) Systems..Page 5 House Battery..Page 6 Generator.Page 6 Page 1 of 13

2 D.C. (House) Systems Page 6 Batteries.Page 7 Sanitation System Marine Toilet..Page 7 Holding Tank..Page 8 Y-Valve...Page 8 Water Systems Fresh Water Tank Page 8 Fresh Water Pump...Page 8-9 Hot Water.Page 9 Shower..Page 9 Galley Stove/Microwave Oven Page 9 Refrigeration. Page 9 Heating Systems Air Conditioning & Heating..Page 9-10 Electronics VHF Radio, Depth Sounder, Radar Page 10 GPS/Plotter.Page 10 Entertainment AM/FM Radio.Page Page 2 of 13

3 CD Player.Page 11 TV/Stereo.Page 11 Anchoring/Mooring Cans..Page Barbecue..Page 12 Dinghy/Outboard Page 12 Crabbing/Fishing.Page 13 Other: Bilge Pumps/Safety.Page 13 Thru-Hull Diagram Engine Inspection BOAT OPERATION Remember your WOBBS every morning: Water (Coolant), Oil, Bilges Belts and Sea Strainer. Check the level of COOLANT by removing the cap on top of each engine and testing for coolant with finger or other means. Check the level of OIL in each engine by checking your dipsticks located centrally. Look at the etch marks on each dipstick that indicate the proper oil level. DO NOT OVERFILL OIL! Only fill if oil levels are below the ½ way mark. Please use a paper towel or oil rag. Check the general condition of the BELTS, HOSES, and FUEL LINES. Ensure the valve on each RAW WATER THRU-HULL is in the open position (lever in-line with valve). Observe the glass of each RAW WATER STRAINER for debris. If necessary, close the seacock, open the strainer cover, clean the strainer, and reassemble. Remember to reopen the seacock. Check your generator fluids as well. Start-Up Before starting the engines, do your inspection. The engines are usually started from the lower helm station. Ensure GEARSHIFTS are in neutral. The engines cannot be started if out of neutral because of the neutral lockout. THROTTLES should be run up and down and then brought back to the idle position. Insert both keys into the IGNITION SWITCHES. Turn the key fully clockwise to engage the engine. If the starter does not engage when the key is turned move the gearshift lever slightly until you find neutral and try again while turning key. If the engine Page 3 of 13

4 cranks slowly or fails to turn over, check the condition of the battery on the electrical panel. Warm the engine for about 5 minutes before engaging transmission. Observe the readings of the gauges. The oil pressure will register between 40 and 60 psi. The engine temperature should rise slowly. Note -- If oil pressure is low, shut down engine, and inspect engine compartment and look for apossible cause (for example, loss of oil.) Caution -- If an engine is overheating or there is lack of raw water expelled in the engine exhaust, stop the engine immediately. Recheck the raw water cooling system to ensure the seacock is open (handle in-line with valve). Next, check 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 flowing properly, the RAW WATER PUMP may need to be serviced. Seek help by calling Anacortes Yacht Charters. Shut-Down Before shutting down, allow the engines idle for about 5 minutes to cool them gradually. The time engaged in preparing to dock the boat is usually sufficient. Ensure each GEARSHIFT and THROTTLE is in the neutral Turn off engines by turning key counter clockwise and hold it there until the engine shuts down. Getting Underway DISCONNECT the shore power cord (see 110-Volt next page). Close the PORTHOLES, WINDOWS and the FORWARD HATCH. Turn on your VHF and electronics. ASSIGN crew members their various positions. Once outside the marina, idle the engines while crew brings in fenders and lines. Cruising Cruising speed is a maximum of about 3200 RPM. Your speed will vary depending upon the weight and load and weather conditions. TRIM TABS can be put in the bow down position. Note -- Avoid higher engine speeds as it causes higher engine temperature, possible damage, and higher fuel consumption. Docking Have your crew make ready the lines and fenders and give clear instructions on how you will be docking. Often times your crew will need to step off from the swim step with the stern line. Another crew member will need to be at the bow or mid-ships to hand over the next lines. 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 GEARSHIFT/THROTTLE to maneuver the boat. Page 4 of 13

5 Bow Thruster Use the bow thruster only for close quarter maneuvering, short thrusts of power will move the bow to port or starboard. Maximum continuous running of bow the bow thruster is 3 minutes with an interval of a minimum of 3 minutes before engaged again. Elegant Rendezvous responds beautifully to her bow thruster so small bursts work best. Fueling Up OPEN FILLER CAPS located port and starboard with a DECK FITTING KEY located port side lower drawer in galley. 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. You should have a rough idea of the number of gallons you will need by the fuel indicator (332 gallons total). Also periodically have someone turn on the key to watch the fuel gauge. 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 fuel 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. Replace each tank cap. Turn on blower before starting engines. Caution -- Clean up splatter and spillage immediately for environmental and health reasons. Wash hands with soap and water. BOAT ELECTRICAL The electrical system is divided into two distribution systems: 110 volt and 12 volt DC. The systems are controlled from the AC ELECTRICAL PANEL located above berth stairs on starboard side and the 2 DC AUXILIARY PANELS located next to the AC panel for cabin circuits and on the flybridge starboard side for operation functions. The BATTERY SWITCHES are found in the engine room bulkhead and near the generator. When not connected to shore power or operating the generator, batteries are providing all power. Therefore, monitor the use of onboard electricity carefully with your volt meter located on the cabin DC panel and turn off electrical devices that are not needed. 110-Volt AC System SHORE POWER supports all AC equipment and receptacles on board, as well as the battery chargers. To connect to shore power, plug the 30 amp POWER CORD into the boat and then into the dock receptacle. Check the power rating/plug size of the nearest dock receptacle (that is 50, 30, 20, or 15 amp). If necessary, add a CORD ADAPTER located in the cabinet on the port side of the cabin entrance. Turn the dock power on. Cords coming off the bow can be wrapped loosely around the bow Page 5 of 13

6 line. At the ELECTRICAL PANEL, flip the SHORE CIRCUIT BREAKER on. Check for reverse polarity. Then turn on appropriate breakers for both battery chargers and other circuits as needed. Watch your volt meter for load. If the load exceeds voltage, you will pop your breaker. If this occurs, turn off one of your heavier usage items (wait to turn on one of your systems (e.g. water heater) until your use of volts drop. If your outlets fail to work, check your GFIs to make sure that they have not been tripped. House Battery The House battery provides DC power to lights etc. when the vessel is disconnected from shore power and not using the generator. Your house panel is located on the starboard side of the salon at the top of the stairs to the berths, with an on/off switch. Make certain that it is on. The House battery is located on the engine room forward bulkhead. The quantity of DC power is limited to the capacity of this battery. Therefore, use the house batteries very sparingly. Use these items VERY SPARINGLY! Monitor your battery usage very carefully! When in doubt, use the generator. Generator To start the GENERATOR, first check that your generator s fluids are topped off and the raw water intake is open. The generator controls are located at the base of the cabin DC panel as well as on the generator in the lazarette. First pre-heat the generator for about 20 seconds. Then while still pre-heating turn the switch to start. Hold the switch in that position while the generator catches. (about 5-10 seconds). Make sure water and exhaust is exiting center transom. Generator current output will automatically override shorepower input. Then turn on AC systems as you would on shore power one system at a time. To turn the generator off, first take off the load by turning off AC breakers. Then turn off main AC distribution switch. Lastly kill the generator by switching generator switch to stop until it dies. House (12-volt) System Five battery banks support 12-volt DC power: 1) port engine battery 2) starboard engine battery 3) house battery bank (4) Bow Thruster (5) Generator battery The BATTERY SWITCHES are located on the engine room forward bulkhead. There is also a battery switch in the cabinet next to the AC/DC panel in the salon. It provides battery power to both DC panels. Normally, leave the THRUSTER/ENGINE/ GENERATOR and HOUSE SWITCHES in the ON position. Note -- Do not change the position of the switches while the engines are running or the alternator diodes will be damaged. Change positions with the engines off. Page 6 of 13

7 Your 12 volt panel shows all the systems supported by your house batteries. Primarily you will be turning on the breakers for your lights, water pressure, electronics, entertainment, etc. There are two 12 volt; one at the top of the stairs from the berths for cabin functions and the second on the flybridge lower starboard side for operational functions. These include navigation and other instruments, windlass, bilge pumps, trim tabs, deck and steaming lights, radio, etc Your breakers should always be turned off after every use. House Battery Bank & Switch The HOUSE BATTERY BANK provides power for all DC systems, except the engines and automatic bilge pumps. When disconnected from shore power, all 12-volt devices drain the housebattery. Use devices sparingly as needed. When a battery bank is being charged, the voltage will read from about 13.1 volts to 14.4 volts depending upon state-of-charge of the battery bank. When the battery bank is at rest, (that is, notbeing charged), the voltmeter can give a rough indication of the state-of-charge of the battery bank. House and engine batteries are charged by the engine ALTERNATORS while underway. The Engine and House batteries are charged by the BATTERY CHARGER when connected to shore power or on the generator. Ensure the Battery Charger circuit breakers at the electrical panel are ON. The GENERATOR will also charge the batteries. Safety Breaker Panel Breakers for the auto bilge pumps, the auto sump pump, CO detectors, stereo memory, high water alarm, windlass, electric head and electric shifts are located on the engine room forward bulkhead, portside. Of particular importance to the charterer is the windlass breaker and the bilge/sump pumps. Should the windlass stop working under load, this is the first place to check. SANITATION SYSTEM Marine Toilet It is important that every member of the crew be informed on the proper use of the MARINE TOILET. The valves, openings, and pumps are small and may clog easily. If the toilet clogs, it is YOUR RESONSIBILITY! Always pump the head for children, so you can make sure nothing foreign is being flushed. Caution Never put paper towels, tampons, Kleenex, sanitary napkins, household toilet paper, or food into the marine toilet. Use only the special dissolving marine toilet tissue. Elegant Rendezvous has a Vacuum flush toilet. When the foot peddle attached to the toilet is depressed, the vacuum sucks the waste out of the toilet and moves it to the holding tank. To wet the bowl prior to use, lift the foot peddle with your toe. It uses fresh water and the fresh water pump must Page 7 of 13

8 be on. After flushing, the toilet will partially fill with the fresh water in preparation for the next use. Holding Tank The sanitation HOLDING TANK holds approximately 25 gallons. Be aware of the rate of waste production. (about 1 gallon per flush) With an overfilled tank, it is possible to break a hose, clog a vent, or burst the tank. The result will be a catastrophe and an EXPENSIVE FIX. Empty the tank EVERY OTHER DAY to avoid this problem. The HOLDING TANK is located in the engine room beneath the center catwalk. Some may be subject to a visual check with a flashlight or the watermelon test by thumping it. There is a tank watch warning light located inside the lower cabinet directly across from the toilet on the right side, but do not rely upon this as they often get clogged. The holding tank is emptied in one of two ways: #1 At the Marine Pump-Out Station. Remove the WASTE CAP located on the swim deck, starboard side. Insert the pump-out nozzle into the waste opening. Double-check your deck fitting! Turn on pump and open valve located on handle. When pumping is finished, close lever on handle and turn off pump. Remove from deck fitting. If there is a fresh water hose on the dock, rinse the tank by adding 2 minutes of water into tank. Then repump to leave the tank rinsed and eliminates head odors. #2 The tank s contents can be discharged with the forward waste pump where allowed. Open the overboard seacock, starboard side, through cockpit hatch and turn Y valve to overboard position. Turn on forward waste pump switch on D.C. panel. To operate the waste pump pull switch near waste seacock. Listen to the pump s sound. When the pitch becomes higher, the tank is empty. Discharge may be observed on the starboard side. It should only take a few minutes to empty the tank. Turn the waste pump switch to the off position on the D.C. panel and return Y valve to pump off position. WATER SYSTEM Fresh Water Tank The FRESH WATER TANK holds 86 gallons. Observe the water level by turning on water monitor switch on D.C. panel and reading water level gauge on the same panel. Waste water from the sinks and showers drains overboard through various thru-hulls usually located under the sinks. To refill the tank, remove the WATER CAP located on the cockpit wall, port side. Avoid flushing debris from the deck into the tank opening. Run the water hose long enough to rinse the inside of the hose before inserting it into tank fill. PLEASE do not fill water and diesel at the same time! Fresh Water Pressure Pump The WATER PRESSURE PUMP is located under the cockpit hatch, center aft. Activate pump at the DC panel by turning on the breaker. If the water pump continues to run, you are either out of water or might have an air lock and need to bleed the system by opening up a faucet, or a faucet is left turned on somewhere in the boat. If you run out of water. SHUT OFF YOUR HOT WATER HEATER on the AC panel. Serious damage can occur! Also shut off the fresh water pump at the breaker until you fill the water tank. Page 8 of 13

9 Hot Water Tank The HOT WATER HEATER has an 11 gallon capacity tank and is available when connected to shore power or via a heat exchanger underway. To use on shore power, flip on the water heater circuit breaker on the AC electrical panel. Do not use the water heater if the water tank level is very low. The water heater is located outside of starboard engine, aft end. Shower Before taking a SHOWER, make sure the water pressure and shower sump breaker is on. Take only very short boat showers (turning off water between soaping up and rinsing). To keep shower tidy wipe down the shower stall and floor. Check for accumulation of hair in the shower and sink drains. Ensure that the faucets and nozzle are completely off after use. GALLEY Stove/oven The stove is electric and is activated by the following steps: Turn on the range breaker on the AC panel. Turn on the individual burner elements. While using the range, limit the use of the other electrical appliances. There is only a 30 amps incoming power. Be aware that using the microwave and the range at the same time may exceed the available power and pop the breaker. Refrigerator The REFRIGERATOR is dual voltage (12-volt and 110-volt power). It will automatically use 110-volt power when the shore power is connected; otherwise, it will operate on 12-volt power. Monitor the use of the refrigerator when the engines are not charging the 12-volt battery system. The local power switch is located below the front door. It can be turned down to the lowest position when anchored or moored or turned off when turning in for the night. HEATING SYSTEM The air conditioning systems can produce heat when operated in reverse cycle mode. However, reverse cycle operation is affected by the temperature of the sea water. The cooler the water the less heat available. A source of AC power is needed to operate the air conditioner; either shore power or the generator. A separate shore cable provides power for the air conditioner/heating system (shore #2 on the AC panel). The generator provides power for both shore #1 and shore #2. There are two air conditioning units, one for the salon and one for the master berth. To run either or both assure the air conditioning seacock is open and the seawater strainer is clean (located beneath the Page 9 of 13

10 cockpit hatch). Turn on the air conditioning water pump and either or both A/C unit switch(s). Use the control panels to select the mode and temperature. The control for the master berth is on the port bulkhead at the foot of the bed and the salon control panel is on the side of the cabinet at the top of the stairway to the berths. There are five control buttons along the bottom of the control panel. Leftmost is the power button. Turning the A/C system on will display the current temperature. To the right are the up/down buttons for selecting the desired temperature. The first push of either displays the existing setting, the second and following push(s) raises or lowers the setting. The fourth button to the right selects the fan speed as indicated by the LEDs above the button; the right most button selects the mode as indicated by the LED above this button. In the auto mode the unit will cool or heat as required to maintain the selected temperature. ELECTRONICS All electronic manuals are located in the red Ray Marine manual case. VHF Radio There are two VHF RADIOS, one located at each helm. Make sure the VHF breaker located at the helm DC panel is on. Turn on by clockwise rotation of the volume/power switch. Always monitor channel 16 while underway. Depth Sounder/Radar/Global Positioning System (GPS) There are two Raymarine E80 Series displays, one located at each helm. They are capable of displaying depth, radar and GPS simultaneously. You will be provided limited instructions prior to your departure, however, do not hesitate to refer to the operations manual located in the red Raymarine folder located in the cabin library. Both units need to be on for operation as one is the master and the other the slave. ENTERTAINMENT SYSTEMS AM/FM Stereo Radio The Clarion brand XMD3 unit is located above the refrigerator in the galley. It operates like a normal car radio. There are 2 speakers (stereo) in the salon and two (stereo) on the bridge. The FADER controls the distribution of the salon and bridge speakers. The BALANCE controls the sound distribution in the left and right speakers. CD Player The CD player is located integral with the radio. The CD changer control panel is on the radio s face.to activate the control panel, push the play button. Page 10 of 13

11 TV/DVD A TV is above the radio in the galley. The DVD player unit is located beneath the TV. Insert the DVD and use the select to choose then press play. ANCHORING The primary WORKING ANCHOR is a 45lb CQR and is attached to a 300 ft chain passed through the deck from the ANCHOR LOCKER. The locker can be accessed through the fore berth. If there is an anchor keeper, release it! Once the anchor is set on the bottom, install anchor bridle on bow and slack a belly of chain in the anchor on the windlass side of the bridle. This takes pressure off the windlass while at anchor. The WINDLASS POWER SWITCHS are located at the helm and on the foredeck. At the bow, tap gently on the down foot control to lower the anchor. If necessary, guide the anchor over the anchor roller to prevent binding on the pulpit. Let out sufficient ANCHOR RODE before setting the anchor. Colored markers are placed every 50 feet on the chain. If the anchorage is crowded put down at least a 3 to 1 scope (60 feet for 20 feet of water), back the anchor in with a short burst from the engine. Then let out additional scope depending upon wind and or current conditions. Before using the windlass, ALWAYS start the engines as it uses large amounts of power. Turn on the WINDLASS SWITCH and as the boat moves toward the anchor, press the up control to take up slack line. Keep the anchor chain vertical using the engines so the windlass is not required to pull the boat forward Give the windlass short rests as you are pulling it up. Place yourself in position to guide the anchor onto the roller. As the anchor rises, be careful NOT to allow it to swing against the hull. Reconnect the keeper between the anchor and cleat. Close the plastic covers on the FOOT PEDAL CONTROLS. Turn off the WINDLASS POWER SWITCH. Keep children clear of the windlass at all times. Mooring Cans The State Park Sticker on your vessel allows you to pick up the MOORING CANS in the parks for free. You only need to register at the kiosk usually located at the heads of the docks. Mooring cans have a metal triangle at the top upon which is a metal ring. The metal ring is attached to the chain which secures your boat. IT IS VERY HEAVY. The strongest member of your crew should be picked for this job. Come up to the CAN into the wind or current as you would for anchoring. Have crew members on the bow, one with a boat hook and one with a mooring line secured like a bow line. As you are coming slowly up to the can have the crew holding the boat hook point at the can with the hook so the skipper always knows where it is. Hook the can and bring the ring up to the boat to allow the second crew to thread the ring with the line. Release the hold with the boat hook. If your mooring line is led out the starboard chock bring the end of the line back through the port side. You will essentially create a bridle Page 11 of 13

12 with about 10 feet of slack from the bow chocks to the can. BARBECUE The BARBECUE and MOUNTING BRACKET are stored in the cockpit starboard locker.place the BBQ by clamping on the aft rail. Reverse the procedure to dismount barbecue. Attach a PROPANE BOTTLE to the REGULATOR found in the lower cabinet at the salon entrance. Carefully light the unit, preferably with a long-stem butane lighter. The barbecue generates a lot of heat and cooks hot and fast. Store the barbecue unit back in the locker. Please wipe with a paper towel before storing to prevent grease and dirt soiling the boat. 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 into low spaces. Store these bottles in the storage container provided. Ensure gasoline and flammables materials are not near the barbecue. DINGHY & OUTBOARD MOTOR Dingy Launch The dingy is launched and retrieved using a Weaver foot pedal operated system. To launch, confirm that the valve on the swim-step pedestal is closed. Remove the line from the bow of the dingy or the stand-off that holds the bow of the dingy to the stern of Elegant Rendezvous. Unpin the 2 retaining pins on the davit arm. Be certain not to unpin the retaining pin that holds the dingy to the arm. Open the valve on the davit top slightly and gently let the dingy begin to go down into the water. You may need to give it a nudge to get is started down. The engine and engine mount will hinge down as the boat descends. When the dingy is fully in the water, unpin the lift arm from the stern of the dingy. Open retaining snaps on the swim step to free the dingy from Elegant Rendezvous. The lift arms may be hinged into the dingy or removed (very carefully as they don t float) and stowed aboard Elegant Rendezvous in a secure location. Raise the lifting arm by closing the valve on the pedestal and using the hydraulic foot pedal pump to get the lift arm out of the way. Retrieval Put lift arms back on the fixtures in the dingy. Attach the side of the dingy to the fittings on the swimstep of Elegant Rendezvous. Open the hydraulic valve and lower the lifting arm to the down position. Connect the lifting arm hardware to the lifting bracket on the transom of the dingy. Close the valve on the top of the davit. Begin pumping the foot pedal and raise the dingy to original position. Repin the dingy to davit and tie off bow on stern of Elegant Rendezvous. Connect bow of dingy to transom using the stand-off. Page 12 of 13

13 CRABBING & FISHING Always check the fishing and crabbing requirements before you leave on your cruise. You will need a license. Many areas are CLOSED to crabbing and fishing in certain months. CRAB AWAY FROM THE BOAT! Lines can get wrapped around props. Measure the crabs using the CRAB MEASURING GAUGE normally located in the salon. Keep the male crabs of proper size (usually 6 ¼ inches across the carapace). Boil crabs about 15 minutes to cook. After using, wash equipment thoroughly with fresh water. Note -- Please do not store wet rings and gear inside the boat. OTHER: Safety & Bilge Pumps SAFETY should be paramount in your daily cruising. A MAN OVERBOARD DRILL should be discussed and perhaps even practiced with a life jacket. Remember your lifejackets are stowed under the flybridge setee. A few should always be out and ready. Your flares and safety equipment are located in the side cabinet on the flybridge helm station. Elegant Rendezvous is equipped with 3 AUTOMATIC BILGE PUMPS. They are always on. Safety breakers are located on the engine room fore bulkhead, port side. You may occasionally hear the pump operate due to condensation and water from the shaft log accumulating in the bilge. Page 13 of 13