WELCOME ABOARD



I. WELCOME ABOARD

“Silver Lining” is a Catalina 320 sloop rig sailing yacht, hull number 690, USCG Documentation #1094022, built in Woodland Hills, California.

The yacht is an aft-cockpit two-cabin layout with head with shower, providing accommodations for four to six persons. With roller furling jib, single line reefing full batten main, and all lines led aft to the cockpit, this yacht is easily sailed by a short handed crew. The open transom and swim platform provides easy access for entering the dinghy.

The interior is equipped with microwave oven, AM/FM Stereo/CD player, refrigeration, propane two burner stove/oven, and other items to provide the comforts of home. There is a dodger for those days with inclement weather, an electric anchor windlass and complete instrumentation to assist with sailing and navigation.

This abbreviated manual contains most information for all normal operations. For all systems, there is detailed information in the Technical data book and Electronics binder.

We have provided a well equipped, safe boat for your use and enjoyment. As skipper, please make sure your crew and guests are aware of hazards associated with boating and take reasonable precautions to protect their health and safety. Enjoy your trip and enjoy our “Silver Lining” as if she were your own. Please make note of any items that need repair or replacement and feel free to make suggestions for improvement of our facilities.

Happy sailing!

Owners

Karl & Elaine Mielenhausen

(252) 638-1433 (252) 626-7734

II. SPECIFICATION & IDENTIFICATION

BOAT IDENTIFICATION: 2000 Catalina 320 Hull #690

OWNERS: Karl & Elaine Mielenhausen

(252) 638-1433 or 626-7734

USCG DOCUMENTATION #: 1094022

HULL NUMBER: CTYC0690H900

Hull Color: White

Bimini/Dodger Color: Captain Navy (Sunbrella)

L.O.A.: 32’ 6”

L.W.L.: 28’ 0”

Beam: 11’ 9”

Draft: 4’ 10”

Masthead Height (top VHF) 49’

Displacement (Approx.) 12,000 lbs

Ballast: 4,400 lbs

Sail Area 521 sq. ft.

Fuel Capacity 19 gallons

Water Capacity 45 gallons total in 2 tanks

Theoretical hull speed 7.2 knots

Engine Oil 15W40, API-CD or better

Transmission Oil SAE 30W API-CD or better

DINGHY AVON Rover R3.10 RIB

Registration NC-7378-DC

Hull ID # AVB24095L192

5 hp MERCURY Outboard (uses 89 octane gasoline with 50:1 oil mix)

III. SYSTEMS

ANCHORING SYSTEM

The primary 35 pound Delta anchor is attached to 38 feet of 5/16” G3

chain and 260 feet of ½” nylon rode. Rode is marked at 30 foot intervals. The anchor chain and rode are located in the forward anchor locker, along with a Maxwell electric windlass. The electric anchor windlass is controlled by two switches – the circuit breaker in the dining area and a second waterproof foot switch in the anchor locker to actually control the winch to hoist the anchor. The circuit breaker is located on the Battery switch panel. Push in HARD to activate. A red light will acknowledge system is energized. When anchoring is complete, remember to DISENGAGE the anchor windlass circuit switch at the Battery Panel by pulling it OUT.

The secondary anchor system is a 16# Danforth with 15 feet of 5/16” chain and 200 feet of ½” Nylon rode. It is also located in the bow anchor locker.

SETTING THE ANCHOR

Remove anchor lock and chain snubber and lower anchor slowly by hand. Once the anchor touches the bottom, play out chain and rode while slowly drifting downwind. A 7:1 scope is usually adequate but consider 10:1 in a high winds if swing room permits. Wait 10 seconds, than gradually load the rode by alternating between reverse gear and neutral @ 800rpm. Once the boat has stopped drifting back, reverse @ 800rpm to dig in the anchor. After 15 seconds, slowly increase RPM to 2000 to insure the anchor is set. Use the port bow cleat to set the anchor then transfer the line to the anchor locker cleat so you can close the anchor locker hatch without interference. An anchor float is available in the locker which would aid in locating the anchor and removing it from underwater obstructions.

HOISTING THE ANCHOR

When raising the anchor, use the boat’s engine to position the boat over the anchor. Do not attempt to use the anchor windlass to pull the boat up to the anchor because this may overload the windlass. Run the boat forward to take the strain off the rode and windlass. Push the black rubber-covered button in the chain locker to operate the windlass. Place three wraps of anchor line around the capstan and tail the line while pushing the windlass button. The chain portion of the rode will need to be hauled by hand as the windlass is for nylon line only. STOP the windlass before reaching the chain. Keep your fingers free from the capstan when the windlass is activated!

NOTE! If the anchor will not break free easily with the windlass, use the boat engine to break the anchor free from the bottom. Secure the anchor rode with 1:1 scope and motor slowly forward. A washdown system is available to clean the chain and anchor as it is being retrieved. Turn the pump on at the DC service panel. The pump shares the thruhull with the head sink drain, so make certain that thruhull is open. This line may be flushed and/or winterized by closing that thruhull and introducing water (antifreeze) thru the sink. Complete the hoist and stow the anchor securely in the mount provided. Secure the anchor in place with the hook provided and secure the chain with the snubber. The anchor locker is self draining.

When anchoring is complete, remember to DISENGAGE the anchor windlass circuit switch by pulling it OUT and turn off the washdown breaker.

SHORE POWER

The main shore power breaker is in the aft port lazarette. This breaker is left in the “ON” position. It is possible, but unlikely, to have simultaneous loads which exceed the 30 amp rating of this breaker. This breaker is in series with the 30 amp breaker on the main power distribution panel.

BATTERY BANKS / INVERTER

Always start and operate with battery selector switch on “1” (House) which provides approximately 440 amp hours of electrical service. Bank #2 (Starting) is only used as an EMERGENCY starting battery in the event Bank #1 is overly discharged. Avoid discharging the “1” House bank below 50% as indicated on the electrical panel meter (12.2v).

A 750 watt DC to AC inverter, located on the shelf above the battery selector switch, is wired into the “1” House bank.

BATTERY CHARGER / ALTERNATOR

This vessel is equipped with a Xantrex 20 amp battery charger. When you are connected to shore power, the charger should be left ON. Both the House and Starting battery banks are automatically charged, regardless of the position of the Battery Selector Switch.

When motoring, the engine-driven Hitachi alternator produces a maximum output of 55 amps which is directed to the bank as indicated on the battery selector switch. Do NOT switch to or through OFF with the engine running.

FRESH WATER SYSTEM

The two water tanks, totaling 45 gallons, are individually regulated through a distribution manifold located in the aft stateroom under the port-side portion of the bunk. Turn on one tank at a time to monitor your water usage. Additionally, having both tanks open at the same time will cause the forward tank to crossfeed into the aft tank, overfilling it. Turn off the empty tank when you open the other tank to avoid an air lock. NOTE: As a practical matter, draw from the forward tank first. It is the largest and when it is emptied it will reduce your bow weight. The fills are forward and far aft on the starboard side. Fwd = 25 gal, Aft = 20 gal

When filling tanks use caution! Do not over tighten the deck plate covers! A gentle closure (finger tight) is sufficient. Be sure the deck plate cover is properly set to ensure proper threading when closing.

The pressure water switch, located on the electrical panel, must be ON for any of the faucets to work. Faucets are located at the head, galley, and transom walk-through. The pump must be turned OFF when you leave the boat unattended, since it will not shut off automatically if water tanks should empty.

HOT WATER FOR DOMESTIC USE

The hot water tank has an 11 gallon capacity and is located under the galley sink. Hot water is produced with excess engine heat. Hot water will be available for up to 18 hrs after motoring. Alternatively, water may be heated when dockside by shore power: To use, turn on the WATER HEATER circuit breaker in the AC section of the electrical panel.

STOVE AND OVEN

Verify that all stove/oven knobs are in the off position. This stove is equipped with thermo couplings, but it is a good habit to check knob positions. Start by opening the propane tank located in the propane locker (port aft). Activate “LPG Solenoid” circuit breaker at the electrical panel. A red light will glow.

To light Top Burners

A. Push in knob and turn to “IGN” (Ignite) position.

B. Hold knob in and press the “Burner Ignite” button.

C. Hold knob in for 5-10 seconds until the thermocouple is hot.

D. Release the knob and set to desired setting.

To light the Oven

A. Turn the thermostat to “light” position

B. Push in the safety button located next to the thermostat knob

C. Light the pilot light with a lighter or match

D. Hold the safety button pushed in for approximately 10-15 seconds and slowly release the button. The pilot flame should remain. If not, repeat the procedure.

E. Complete instructions are located on the inside of the oven door.

When finished, it is a good idea to turn the propane supply off at the tank as well as de-energizing the solenoid at the electrical panel.

MICROWAVE

The microwave operates on shore power AC only.

MAGMA BBQ GRILL

Grill and mounting hardware are stored in the aft starboard lazarette. Small propane bottles are stored in the propane tank locker. Usual mounting location is the stern rail at the back of the starboard side stern seat.

REFRIGERATION (Adler/Barbour Cold Machine)

The refrigeration is controlled by a switch on the main electrical panel, and by a thermostat inside the refrigerator. The compressor starts approximately two minutes after the thermostat is turned on. The thermostat should be set just cold enough to keep the ice frozen, usually about #3 or #4. Colder settings (higher numbers) just drain the batteries faster than necessary.

The system will operate continuously until the refrigerator cabinet and contents have been brought to the selected temperature. The system will then cycle off, and thereafter cycle on and off maintaining proper temperature. The Cold Machine operates on 12 volts DC. At dockside, the battery charger will keep the batteries topped off. The Cold Machine draws approximately 5 amps when running, so clearly, it is the largest daily electrical load when cruising (approx. 40 AH/day). A small circulating fan hangs from the shelf near the cold plate to aid in air circulation. It runs whenever the compressor is on.

HINTS: Turn the temperature control on #5 or #6 when motoring and then lower the temperature control to #2 or #3 overnight while at anchor.

A full refrigerator stays cool more efficiently. Pre-cooling food and beverages is recommended. An insulating panel is available to cover the refrigerator to reduce electrical use.

SINK OPERATION

There are two sink drain thru-hull valves. They should be closed when you are under sail. To close, turn handle CLOCKWISE. Sink water drains directly overboard. Be careful to keep sink drains free of all food debris to avoid clogging.

BILGE PUMPS

There is one automatic electric bilge pump. After testing, the switch for this pump should be left on “AUTO”. There is a manual bilge pump in the cockpit with handle in the aft starboard lazarette (in the plastic crate).

HEAD & MACERATOR

The head has a holding tank of approximately 22 gallon capacity. The holding tank can be pumped out dockside into a shoreside pumpout facility. The deck plate is located on the starboard side amidships. A tank level indicator is in the head compartment. The gauge is turned on by activating the shower drain breaker on the DC panel.

We recommend that fresh water be used to flush the toilet. Dry flush (lever to the right) should be used for liquid waste. Pump until bowl is empty. Follow with 8 oz fresh water from head faucet and pump that out. Add 8 oz more water from faucet and leave that standing in bowl.

For solid waste, add 8 oz water to wet the bowl prior to use. Pump head as needed to clear waste from bowl, adding water from sink faucet. Finally, add 8 oz more water from faucet and leave that standing in bowl.

NOTE: Do not put anything down the toilet that you haven’t eaten first. Use the plastic bag under the sink to dispose of toilet paper and all other items.

The macerator pump is controlled by a DC breaker on the DC panel at the nav station. MAKE SURE THRU HULL VALVE IS OPEN PRIOR TO TURNING ON MACERATOR PUMP SWITCH (it is normally locked in the closed position). Run the pump only as long as necessary, usually 2-3 minutes. Pump will burn out if run dry. Then close thru-hull valve after use to prevent backfilling the tank with sea water.

NOTE: IT IS ILLEGAL TO PUMP HOLDING TANKS OVERBOARD IN U.S. INLAND WATERS.

REFRIGERATOR SUMP

The refrigerator has a small sump to collect thawed frost. Its pump is activated by the “SHOWER SUMP” switch on the electrical panel and the ‘SHOWER SUMP” pushbutton switch in the head. The 3-way valve under the head sink must be turned to “Refrigerator”. Be sure to reset the valve to the shower position when you finish draining the refrigerator.

SHOWER SUMP

Before entering the shower, activate the SHOWER SUMP switch on the electrical panel. During your shower, activate the SHOWER SUMP switch in the shower AS NEEDED to empty water from the floor. Shower water is pumped overboard.

NOTE: There is a valve under the head sink that allows draining for the refrigerator OR for the shower. Be sure the valve is open for the shower drain.

IV. PREPARING THE BOAT FOR SAILING

A. BOARDING

- Use the bow dockline to pull the boat towards the finger pier, then lightly hold onto the stanchion. Avoid pulling on the stanchion or lifelines.

- If desired, the pelican hook for the top lifeline may be released

- Step under the lifeline first, then swing your legs over, one at a time.

- Unlock all padlocks

- Remove flag from starboard shelf and mount in bracket on dingy davit

- Remove Companionway Hatch Boards

- Remove Binnacle cover and stow in port lazarette

- Remove Dodger window covers and stow in port lazarette

- Remove Winch covers and stow in port lazarette

B. CABIN

- Stow Companionway Hatch Boards under the cabin stairs, next to the engine cover

- Stow the Padlocks and keys in the Nav table

- Get the cockpit cushions from the aft cabin (7 in all, although 4 are generally used)

- Get the small throwable cushions from the aft cabin

- Make sure all loose gear is stowed

- Verify that hatch in head is open; all other hatches closed

- Verify that the Head Valve is in the “Dry” position (lever to the right)

C. SAILS & RIGGING

- Locate the 2 winch handles: The shorter, red one is for the cabin-top winches and the gray one is for the jib sheet winches

- Remove Mainsail cover and stow in port lazarette

- Remove all but 1or 2 sailties and stow in companionway handles

- Attach main halyard snap to the headboard (hole closest to mast). Make sure it runs freely and is not wrapped around a shroud or spreader. Take up slack, short of raising the sail.

- Uncoil the starboard jib sheet and take 2 clockwise turns around the drum and another turn over the stripping arm and through the jaws of the starboard self-tailing winch

- Uncoil the port jib sheet and take 2 clockwise turns around the drum and another turn over the stripping arm and through the jaws of the port self-tailing winch

D. ELECTRICAL

- At the electrical panel, verify that the Green AC lamp is lit and that the charger switch is ON. Then turn both OFF.

- Check charge condition of each battery bank. Should read at least 12.6v

- Momentarily engage Bilge Pump Switch (manual) to check operation, then return to “Auto”

- Turn on switches for needed DC equipment (VHF radio, Nav Instruments, Autopilot, Stereo). GPS chartplotter is wired with autopilot but needs to be turned on at helm.

- Set VHF radio to channel 16, check volume and squelch

- Take portable VHF to the helm

- Rotate Battery Selector Switch to #1 (House)

- Turn off dockside breaker, unplug shorepower cable, flake on dock (or stow in aft portside lazarette, if needed on cruise)

E. PRIOR TO ENGINE START

- Make sure the engine water thru-hull is open and the strainer is clear. Both are located under the bunk in the aft stateroom.

- Check for excessive leakrate of the shaft packing (1-2 drops/min OK)

- Access engine by removing cover in aft stateroom. Check engine oil and transmission oil levels. Do NOT add unless below the “add” mark. Spare 15W40 oil is in the starboard aft lazarette (in the plastic crate).

- Check the coolant level in the expansion tank

- Check for oil and fuel leaks by examining under the engine.

F. Brief crew on location of PFDs and throwable devices, radio use, head use, and safety procedures incl. crew overboard. Guests with little or no boating experience should be warned of potentially hazardous situations, such as weather, wakes, poor footing, open hatches, unexpected movements, etc.

G. Consult the PRE-DEPARTURE CHECKLIST (located in the map rack) as a final check

V. GETTING UNDERWAY

A. ENGINE START

- Place transmission lever in neutral (mid position)

- Place throttle at lowest setting plus 1/4 inch open

- “Engine Stop” T-handle must be in DOWN position. (T-handle should ALWAYS be DOWN except when stopping the engine.)

- Turn key clockwise to ON position (will activate oil pressure alarm sound)

- Press start button and release when engine starts. Alarm should stop and neither red alarm lamp should be lighted, otherwise shutdown engine.

- Do NOT try to start (crank) for more than 10 seconds. If engine will not start, check that the T-handle is down and try again.

- Check gauges: TACH (Warm up @ 900 RPM), Water Temp (coming up), Volts (14v or more), and Fuel Quantity.

- Check for water discharge at exhaust outlet (port side) to determine that cooling water is pumping through the engine.

- Idle for 3-5 minutes @ 900 RPM to allow adequate lubrication

- Check for obstructions, lines, etc. before putting into gear

COLD WEATHER (under 60°F) START:

With T handle up, crank for 5 sec, wait 15 sec, crank again for 5 sec.

Wait 15 sec, lower T-handle and advance throttle to ½ to ¾ open.

Crank as needed; immediately reduce throttle to idle when engine starts.

B. ENGINE OPERATIONS:

- Normal engine operating temperature is 165-185 degrees

- Normal cruising RPM for most efficient operation is 3000 RPM for a cruising speed of approximately 6.4 knots and fuel consumption of approximately 1.0 gallons per hour. Avoid extended cruising below 2400 rpm.

- The fuel tank capacity is approximately 19 gallons and the tank is located in the aft starboard lazarette. The fuel fill is far aft on the starboard side. A quarter-turn shutoff valve can be found on the top corner of the fuel tank (access through starboard rear lazaretto or aft cabin access door).

- There are engine alarms (lamps and sounds) for both low oil pressure and high water temperature, but periodic visual gauge monitoring is important.

- Engine idle speed is approximately 800 RPM. Perform all shifting at IDLE RPM to avoid transmission damage.

- Proper fuel is #2 diesel. Be sure filler caps are properly set and secure but NOT over tightened. Fill tank VERY slowly and avoid overfilling which may cause fuel to burp out of the tank vent.

- When sailing, leave transmission in neutral to avoid transmission damage.

- After sailing with transmission set in reverse, gear shift may be difficult to return to neutral. If so, start the engine in reverse and then shift to neutral.

C. TO STOP ENGINE:

- Make sure engine has cooled down by idling @ 900 rpm for 3-5 minutes

- However, if the engine has been idling or running at low power for more than 10 minutes, give it 2 short blasts @ 3000 rpm prior to shutdown.

- Pull “Engine Stop” T-handle UP and hold until engine stops and alarm sounds. Turn key counterclockwise to off position. DO NOT STOP ENGINE BY TURNING OFF THE KEY FIRST!

- Push “Engine Stop” T-handle DOWN

D. MOORING LINES

- Have boathook ready (located in holder on stern rail)

- Reattach the lifeline, if loosened

- Cast off both stern lines and drape them on the pilings

- Cast off both bow lines and leave them on the dock

- Cast off both spring lines and drape them on the pilings

- Pull fenders onto the deck OR stow them in the port lazarette

E. LEAVING THE SLIP

- Post a lookout on the foredeck to warn of oncoming traffic until the boat is clear of the marina

- Slowly back out of the slip. A 90 degree turn to port will allow for a straight out exit past D-dock and F-dock. In the case of a strong west wind, consider backing all the way out.

VI. SAIL HANDLING

A. PREPARATION

- Reduce power to 2000 rpm or less, but maintain steerage

- Turn directly into the wind

B. SETTING THE MAINSAIL

- Remove remaining sailties and stow below

- Center the Traveler and make sure both control lines are cleated

- Make sure the reefing line is free and the “Downhaul” rope clutch is open

- Ease the Main Sheet

- Ease the Boomvang

- Ease the Topping Lift

- Haul in the Main Halyard to raise the Mainsail. Take 3 clockwise turns around the Starboard cabintop winch, plus one turn over the stripping arm and then through the jaws of the self-tailer. An assistant standing at the mast, hauling down on the halyard, will make this task easier. Once the red mark is through the rope clutch, lock off the line and remove from the winch

- Trim the Main Sheet using either cabin-top winch and cleat it in the clamcleats

- Tension the Boomvang and cleat it through it’s rope clutch. Be careful NOT to tension the Boomvang beyond the horizontal position for the boom.

- Reduce to 800 rpm to cool engine prior to shutdown

C. UNFURLING THE HEADSAIL

- Throw off the Windward Jib Sheet

- Uncleat the Jib furling line but maintain tension as it is wound up on the drum

- Take 2 wraps around the winch and pull in the Leeward Jib Sheet

- Trim in the Leeward Jib Sheet using the self-tailing jaws and winch handle

- Cleat the Jib Furling line, coil excess and hang from lifeline

- Prepare for the next tack by setting up the Windward Jib Sheet on the windward winch

D. ON COURSE

- Trim the Main Sheet, Traveler, and Boomvang

- Shutdown the engine by reducing to 800 rpm, transmission to Neutral, and pulling up on the T-handle until the engine stops. Turn ignition key to OFF.

- Return T-handle to lowest position and shift transmission into Reverse

- Switch Battery Selector to #1 (House)

E. REEFING THE MAINSAIL

The white and red reef line is led to the starboard side of the cabin top to the rope clutch labeled “Downhaul”. The black bands on the line indicate the position of the reef line for either full sail or reefed sail. Reef line will naturally be slack when the main sail is down. Coil excess line and store out of the way in the fold of the flaked sail both at the luff and at the leach.

- Turn the boat into the wind

- Ease the Main Sheet and the Boomvang

- Tension the topping lift sufficiently to support the boom when the main halyard is released

- Ease the main halyard and haul in on the reefing line (“Downhaul”) until the reefing cringles are at the tack (forward, touching boom) and the clew (aft, touching boom). It may be necessary to feed the reefing line through the boom in order to tension both cringles.

- Cleat the reefing line and tighten the main halyard

- Slack the topping lift and re-cleat it

- Trim the Main Sheet and re-cleat it

F. FURLING THE HEADSAIL

- Turn boat into wind, best done on Port Tack

- Uncoil and uncleat the Jib Furling line

- Throw off both Jib Sheets but keep enough tension on the Leeward Jib Sheet to maintain a smooth wrap as the sail is furled

- Haul out the Furling line, winding in the sail. Go to all the way to end (should create 2-3 wraps of Jib Sheet around the furled sail)

- Cleat the Furling Line,coil the extra, and hang from lifeline

- Lead the Starboard Jib Sheet around the Starboard Winch, coil up excess, and hang from lifeline

- Lead the Port Jib Sheet around the Port Winch, coil up excess, and hang from lifeline

G. LOWERING THE MAINSAIL

Preparation

- Check for lines in the water. Start the engine

- Steer boat into wind at low speed sufficient to maintain steerage

- Center the Traveler and secure control lines in the clamcleats

- Ease the Main Sheet

- Ease the Boomvang

- Tension the topping lift sufficiently to support the boom when the main halyard is released. Should be at the black mark and the Dutchman monofilaments should be taut and parallel to the mast. If not, adjust the topping lift control line at the aft end of the boom.

- Snug the Main Sheet to prevent excessive movement of the boom

Lowering with 3-person crew (One sail handler, one line handler, helmsman)

- Sail handler moves into position forward of the mast, facing aft, ready to pull down on the Main Halyard and flake the sail on the boom. They should have at least 3 sail ties with them.

- The line handler verifies zero wind angle and eases Main Halyard while the sail handler pulls down on the luft of the sail (as needed) and folds it alternately to port and to starboard. The sail handler then secures the sail with 2-3 sail ties.

Lowering with 2-person crew (One line handler, helmsman)

- Same procedure except there is no sail handler at the mast - Sail needs to flake itself

- After sail is lowered, line handler goes forward to pull headboard all the way down and secure sail with ties.

Neatening Up

- Use the remaining sail ties to secure the sail to the boom

- Remove Main Halyard from the headboard and clip the snap to the starboard cabin-top rail

- Reduce topping lift tension

- Tension Boomvang (parallel to deck)

- Snug the Main Sheet

- If winds and waves permit, cover the mainsail

NOTE: DO NOT TIGHTEN THE REEF LINES AFTER THE SAIL HAS BEEN LOWERED!

RETURNING TO DOCK

Reminders

- Make sure all loose gear is stowed below

- Verify depth gauge and knotmeter are operating

- Lower one or both lifelines in preparation of stepping off the boat onto the dock

- Have fenders out

- Have boathook ready

- Enter slip slowly but maintaining steerage. Be ready to use reverse to stop forward motion but remember to shift at idle rpm’s only.

- Attach each of the spring lines to the cabin-top cleat, taking the line over the top lifeline and inboard of the shrouds

- Attach each of the bow lines to the bow cleats taking the eye through the base of the cleat and around both horns

- Attach each of the stern lines to the stern cleat on the opposite side of the boat

Head boat into the wind or current, whichever is stronger.

The stern of the boat pulls to STARBOARD when operating in forward.

The stern of the boat pulls to PORT when operating in reverse.

SECURING THE BOAT

A. GEAR

- Remove personal gear and place on dock

- Remove trash and dispose of it in garbage cans

- Remove cockpit cushions and stow in aft cabin

- Remove Throwable cushions and stow in aft cabin

- Remove US Flag from stern and stow in one of the line storage pouches

- Stow the portable VHF radio in its stand on the chart table and plug into charger

- Stow winch handles in one of the line storage pouches

- Install winch covers

- Install Binnacle cover

B. CABIN

- Close all ports and hatches, except for the head compartment, which may be left partially open

- Remove the companionway hatch boards from under the stairs and temporarily place on the cockpit bench

- Remove padlocks and keys from the chart table

C. ELECTRICAL

- Plug in shorepower cable, turn on at dockside breaker

- Rotate the Battery Switch to #1 House

- Turn all DC switches OFF except for: Refrigerator, LEDs, and Bilge Pump

- Turn ON AC Breaker and Charger Breaker. Verify Green AC lamp

D. SAILS & RIGGING

- Install the Mainsail Cover, if not already done

- Tension the Boomvang and Main Sheets so that the Boom is secured BUT not rubbing against the dodger or bimini

E. MISC

- Install Companionway Boards

- Lock Companionway and all lazarettes

- Re-attach any loosened Lifelines

F. CLEANING

- Cleaning supplies are under the galley sink or behind the stove.

- Avoid using Windex, oils, or insect repellent sprays. All will ruin the Plexiglas and fiberglass.

- Use bathroom foam cleaner or liquid cleaner for heads and use shower sprayer to wash down the entire toilet area. Use the Holding Tank odor treatment provided for the holding tanks.

- Use soft rags or sponges for inside cleaning. Bronze wool may be used for tough spots on metal surfaces.

- When the refrigerator is cleaned out, water is drained by activating the shower sump. The shower sump switch is on the main electrical panel and in the head. Open the frig drain under the head sink. Be sure to close the frig drain when you are finished and reopen the shower drain

- Soft scrub can be used on the outside deck areas for stained areas. Otherwise use zipwax and water.

NAVIGATION & COMMUNICATION

Rules of the Road

I   All Boats: 

.. A moving boat gives way to a stopped boat.

.. An overtaking boat gives way to the boat being passed.

.. A pleasure boat gives way to large ships.

.. A power boat gives way to a sail boat.

 

 Exceptions:  A sail boat gives way to vessels restricted in their ability to       maneuver (ships, ferries, fishing boats with nets & lines out, etc) 

II  Boats Under Power: 

.. Both boats give way when meeting head-on and pass Port-to-Port. 

.. Boat on port side gives way to boat on starboard side when power boats 

cross.

 

III  Boats Under Sail: 

.. Boat on port tack gives way to boat on starboard tack.

 .. The windward boat gives way to the leeward boat when both boats 

are on the same tack.

.. A boat being overtaken has the right of way, however, they should maintain their course when being passed.

 

IV  Horn Signals: 

.. 1 blast = “I am turning to starboard”.

.. 2 blasts = “I am turning to port”.

.. 3 blasts = “I am backing down”.

.. 5 blasts = “I do not understand” or “DANGER”

When being overtaken…..

.. 1 blast = “I intend to pass on YOUR starboard side”.

.. 2 blasts = “I intend to pass on YOUR port side”.

Acknowledge with same signal.

HURRICANE PREPARATIONS

1. Remove the following from the boat and store below:

a. Headsail and sheets

b. Mainsail cover and mainsail

c. Dodger canvas

d. Bimini canvas

e. Throwable Horseshoe Ring

f. Lifesling

g. Flags and pennants

h. Shore power cable

2. Remove the following from the boat and store at home:

a. Dingy incl. Oars, outboard motor, fuel tank

b. Portable electronics (ex. VHF radio)

c. Paperwork

3. Leave binnacle covered but secure with wraps of line

4. Secure all halyards

5. Close and lock all ports and hatches

6. Back into slip

7. Double-up dock lines (white only to dock), add chafing gear

8. Place fender board against finger pier

9. Leave 150’ of anchor rode coiled on bow

10. Close all thru-hulls

11. Propane turned OFF at the tank

12. Fuel turned OFF at the diesel tank

13. All electrical OFF except for bilge pump

14. Battery selector to #1 (House)

15. Refrigerator opened, perishables removed

16. Companionway boards taped closed

17. Cockpit Drains clear

18. Dockside water hose taken home

Manual Updated: 27 June 2010

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