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LUVaLEE Operations Manual

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LUVaLEE

Operations Manual for

Tollycraft 57’ PH


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1. Pre-start check list .............................................................................................................................. 6 A. Engine checkout ................................................................................................................................ 6 B. Generator Checkout ........................................................................................................................... 9 C. Generator starting and use ................................................................................................................. 9 D. Battery check and maintenance ........................................................................................................12

2. Fuel and water gauge ........................................................................................................................12 3. Starting and stopping main engines ................................................................................................14 4. Engine fuel consumption ...................................................................................................................16 5. Electronics systems: ..........................................................................................................................17

A. Simrad NSS 12 evo 2 Multipurpose Chart plotter ............................................................................17 B. IPad Pro Navigation and Remote Control ........................................................................................18 C. Using the SIMRAD NAC-3 Autopilot .............................................................................................19 D. Furuno CH250 Fishfinder ................................................................................................................19 E. Cell Phone Booster ...........................................................................................................................19

6. Electrical system ................................................................................................................................20 A. 120 Volt System ...............................................................................................................................20 B. Shore power......................................................................................................................................21 D. Inverter - Magnum 3000 watt 120v ..................................................................................................21 E. Electric water heater .........................................................................................................................22 F. 12 Volt system - House batteries - LEFT POWER PANEL ............................................................22 G. Power panel 120V Switches - RIGHT POWER PANEL .................................................................22 H. Battery chargers ................................................................................................................................23 I. Dead battery recovery .......................................................................................................................23

7. Marine toilets and holding tank ........................................................................................................23 A. Electric VACU-FLUSH toilets .........................................................................................................23 B. Overboard discharge VALVE ..........................................................................................................24 C. Holding Tank ....................................................................................................................................25 D. Showers & Sumps ............................................................................................................................26

8. Galley ...................................................................................................................................................26 A. Stove top and oven ...........................................................................................................................26 B. Microwave and galley appliances.....................................................................................................26 C. Refrigerator and Freezer ...................................................................................................................26 D. Bar B Q grill .....................................................................................................................................26 E. Portable crab pot heater ....................................................................................................................27

9. Heating and air conditioning .............................................................................................................28 10. Windshield wipers ..............................................................................................................................29 11. Windshield defogger fans .................................................................................................................29 12. General vessel operation ..................................................................................................................29 13. Getting underway ...............................................................................................................................30 14. Windlass and anchor .........................................................................................................................30

A. Setting anchor ......................................................................................................................................31 B. Weighing Anchor ..................................................................................................................................32 C. Windlass Emergency Procedures ..........................................................................................................32

15. Dinghy and Davit Operation .............................................................................................................33 A. Off-loading the dinghy ........................................................................................................................33 B. Loading DINGHY ............................................................................................................................35 C. Operating dinghy ..............................................................................................................................37 D. Towing Dinghy ................................................................................................................................37

16. TV/DVD (BlueRay) .............................................................................................................................38 17. AM/FM Radios ....................................................................................................................................39 18. Salon Hide-a-bed ...............................................................................................................................40 19. Water Maker .......................................................................................................................................41

A. Starting the Watermaker ...................................................................................................................43 B. Stopping the Watermaker .................................................................................................................44 C. Auto Shutoff Recovery .....................................................................................................................44

20. Water System .....................................................................................................................................44


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21. Live Bait Well ......................................................................................................................................44 22. Washer/Dryer ......................................................................................................................................45 23. Bow Thruster ......................................................................................................................................45 24. Stabilizer ..............................................................................................................................................45 25. Emergency Equipment ......................................................................................................................46 26. Spare Parts .........................................................................................................................................46 27. Tools ....................................................................................................................................................46 28. Flybridge Windows .............................................................................................................................47 29. Boat Dimensions ................................................................................................................................47 30. Through hull diagram .........................................................................................................................48


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OPERATIONS MANUAL FOR: “LUVaLEE” Tollycraft PH570

Welcome to the “LUVaLEE”! LUVaLEE was first purchased and taken to San Diego by a boater who owned her until the present owner bought her in 2015. It was used for family trips to Catalina Island and sport fishing off Mexico. As far as known, LUVaLEE, serial number 503, was the last PH570 produced by Tollycraft. You may see sister ship serial 502 and others cruising in the San Juan’s. The present owner and a crew brought the boat to the Puget Sound taking 7 days to cover the 1400 miles from San Diego to Seattle. During that trip she proved to be extremely seaworthy in some very rough sea conditions off the Washington coast. You will find LUVaLEE very capable of handling Puget Sound and Salish Sea waters and very comfortable with its 17’10” beam and stabilizers. At almost 40 tons, LUVaLEE feels very solid in the water.

This manual is provided to assist you in operating the “LUVaLEE” and all the

systems aboard. Obviously it is not all inclusive and is not a training manual. Please note this manual is not considered part of your lease contract with SJY.

Please take time to review this manual thoroughly and be sure to ask your checkout person if you want clarification or additional information. NOTE: all safety concerns are in RED and you should be familiar with all of the Safety notices. As the captain, you are responsible for safety of all crew and the yacht and for understanding all instructions and information in this manual. If you have questions about any of the instructions or information included in this manual or if you encounter situations not included, please call San Juan Yacht Charters, for assistance.

We hope you have a very enjoyable and safe trip aboard the “LUVaLEE” and at

your destinations. Do not hesitate to call San Juan Yacht Charters (SJY) at 1- 360-671-8089 anytime you have questions or need assistance. Emergency Contact information: 1. San Juan Yacht Charters (SJY) at 1- 360-671-8089 2. Deep Blue Marine - Maintenance Mechanic 1-360-303-6668 3. Owner - operational and equipment - 1-206-714-6166


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1. Pre-start check list

Before you operate the vessel for the day, do an inspection of the mechanical systems and the engine room.

A. Engine checkout

1) Turn on engine room lights breaker on 12 volt panel. 12v panel, Second column, top breaker. 2) Access to the engine room is through the cockpit hatch. The hatch is hydraulically operated with a control switch on the starboard side of the main salon door. Turn on LAZ HATCH LIFT breaker. The engine room light is on the starboard side of the engine room access door, inside on the wall by the door. 3) Check oil level in main engines. Oil level should be close to the FULL mark.

If oil covers less than half of the crosshatched mark, add DELO 10w-40 oil up to full. There are funnels in the lazarett.

4) Oil filler cap with ‘T’ screw top, on engine port side top. Unscrew ‘T’ top and lift it off of the filler tube.

5) Check fresh water coolant level in translucent expansion tanks. They are forward of each engine. They should be full to the indicator line. Add anti-freeze - located under forward part of engine - if they are running low.

6) Check for water in bilge. There may be some water in the sump. Visually

check general condition of belts, hoses and fuel lines for cracks or leaks. 7) Verify through-hull valves for each engine and each generator are open.


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8) Check sea strainers aft of each engine for obvious obstructions like seaweed. You should be able to see light from a flashlight go through the strainer. There are sea strainers for the engines (2), Aqua air heat pump (1), and generators (2). To Clean Sea Strainers: Close thru hull valve for sea strainer raw water intake, and remove sea strainer top with brass deck key, remove and clean basket. There is a brass deck key on the aft engine mount on the port engine that should be used to open the strainer top. Re-assemble sea strainer, open thru hull and make sure there are no leaks.

Port Engine Strainer with through-hull valve closed. Heat Pump Strainer forward of port engine.

9) Inspect the primary Racor fuel filters aft of the engines and make sure they are clear and do not have water accumulated in the bottom. Inspect by shining the flashlight towards you through the transparent part of the filter housing. There are 2 filters per engine. If water is present, it may be drained out through the valve on the bottom of the filter housing Clean up any spilled fuel immediately. Wipe off the valve with paper towel and make sure the valve is not dripping after closing.


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10) Fuel supply and return valves should always be positioned as shown in this picture. NOTE: If valves are in a different position it is possible to pump fuel overboard while underway. This happens if any return valve is directed to a full tank.

Fuel Routing Valve settings ALWAYS Main fuel tank valves in front of each

engine. Turn off for all fuel filter changes.

If any of the valves are accidently put in the wrong position, please call the owner Terry Lee 1-206-714-6166 for recovery options. 11) Check transmission fluid levels. Dip sticks are on the starboard side of

each transmission. Re-insert dipsticks and make sure they are firmly in place. This should be done with the engine running and warmed up. Add Delo 100 30wt oil if low.

12) Look for anything else that looks out of place, loose, disconnected, or broken. There should not be any fluids under the engines and the drip pads should be mostly clean. If you notice any significant fluid, identify the source and cleanup or notify SJY.


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B. Generator Checkout

Note: LUVaLEE has two generators due to the large electric loads on the boat. It is not uncommon to run one of the generators most of the time you are not on shore power. It is necessary to run a generator for hot water, stove, and air conditioning unless you have 50A shore power. The generator oil and coolant level should be checked prior to departure. Check again after one week of use.

1) Open generator inspection plate, (Port 12KW generator forward panel – Starboard 20KW generator aft panel), by unscrewing the inspection plates.

2) Check oil - dipstick is on generator engine inside inspection plate (round plastic access panel). Generator 1, STBD, inspection plate aft. Generator 2, PORT, inspection plate forward.

3) Check fresh water coolant in the expansion tank aft of the generator. Add antifreeze to half full.

4) Check generator sea strainer for obvious obstructions. Sea strainer is located forward the generator. Also make sure the through hull valve is open.

5) Re-attach inspection plates and tighten snugly.

6) Note there are no generator gauges. Overheating or low oil pressure will stop the generator. Do not try to run a generator that quits for no apparent reason. Call SJY for instructions.

7) There is an automatic fire suppression extinguisher in each generator cabinet.

C. Generator starting and use

Caution: Never run more than one generator at a time. Disconnect from shore power before running generator. When shore power is unavailable, either generator can fully power the boat. You may need to run the generator for at least an hour every day when you have not been connected to shore power to charge all the batteries. Monitor the battery voltage levels to determine how long to run the generator. Either generator may be run while the boat is underway.


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Generator control panel aft of main power panel AC Power Panel Routing switches Showing setup for Shore Power 1 to Load group 1 and 2. The top switch (LOAD GROUP) also switches the voltage and current meters between load groups.

Upper half of power panel



Lower half of power panel

Prior to starting the generator, set green buttons as follows: At AC Power Panel: 1. To start generator, turn off SHORE Power and ALL 120 breakers. Press

green selector switch Generator 1 for 20 KW Starboard Generator or Generator 2 for 12 KW Port Generator. This will allow you to see the volt meter showing 120v when the generator is running.

2. Note which generator you want to start. The top 20KW Generator 1 control is for the starboard generator. Press pre-heat switch next to generator start switch for 12 - 15 seconds. After the pre-heat switch is depressed 12-15 seconds, press the generator start switch to start and continue to hold the pre-heat switch down for 5 seconds after the generator starts running. NOTE: Watch the voltage meter to see when the generator has started.

3. When a cold generator begins to run, it must warm up for at least 2-3 minutes before adding a load. Starting the generator with a load or adding a load too soon may cause the generator to stop. You may need to start a generator 2-3 times if it is cold or too many AC breakers are ON. Anytime a generator does not start on the 3rd time, call SJY.

4. After the 2 minute warm up, switch on desired 120 volt circuits. 5. Avoid running generator for less than 20 minutes from a cold start. 6. To turn off generator, turn off the Generator Power switch. Press and hold

the stop switch and wait until you hear the generator shut down. Turn on Shore Power switch.

1. On the AC panel, only have the AC IN switch for the chosen generator

turned on. Make sure the air-conditioning system breaker is off or it may overload the generator and cause it to stall.

2. Hold the preheat switch down for 12 seconds, 3. Push the start switch and release the start switch when the generator

starts.



IF THE GENERATOR SHUTS DOWN: Check for a closed thru hull valve, low oil, low coolant, or plugged sea strainer. If problems persist, call SJY.

D. Battery check and maintenance

Ensure battery water levels are checked prior to a charter. House batteries are starboard in the engine room and require water and water level checks. The start batteries on the port side also require water level checks. All other batteries on the boat are sealed. Distilled water is stored next to the batteries. All battery exterior surfaces should be dry and free of corrosion. All wire terminals should be tightly fastened. If there is significant corrosion or evidence of failing wires, please notify SJY. 1) Use rubber gloves to prevent acid burns on your hands. Discard the gloves in

a plastic bag to prevent acid getting on other objects. 2) For all batteries that need water, add distilled water (using the black battery

filler and flashlight) until the water comes up to touch the bottom of the split ring. Wipe up all excess water that spills using a paper towel and make sure to dispose of the paper towel in a plastic bag.

Generators have their own dedicated sealed battery located aft of the generator. The bow thruster and inverter share sealed batteries. Those batteries are located under the forward berth and do not require water.

2. Fuel and water gauge

It is recommended that you measure and record fuel levels at the beginning of your trip. The ‘Tank Tender’ measures pressure in tanks and translates the measurement into vertical inches of liquid. There are different scales for diesel and for water because they have different densities. Be sure to use the correct scale - Inner ring = Water; Outer ring = Fuel. To operate: Press and hold the tank button for the tank you want to measure and gently pull out the pump button and gently push it in several times until it shows consistent results. That will cause the indicator to go up and settle on a number on the scale. The number indicates how many inches of liquid are in that tank. If a full tank is known to be 30 inches and the indicator is at 15 inches, the tank is 15/30 or ½ full.



Tank 1 – 500gal fuel full = 48” Tank 2 – 500gal fuel full = 48” Tank 3 – 100gal fuel full = 36” - Normally empty Tank 4 – 100gal fuel full = 36” = Use only in an emergency. Tank 5 – 300gal Water full = 25” (Inner water scale)



3. Starting and stopping main engines After your engine room check, you are ready to start main engines.

1 2 3, 4 & 5 NOTE: The ignition KEY is inserted in the main 12V power panel. (Photo 1)

1. Turn key to on. At 12v power panel. Alarms will go off until a control station is selected.

2. Make sure engine control levers are in vertical neutral position. At the base of the engine control levers push the station transfer switch to select the station and turn off the warning buzzer. (Photo 2)

3. On the port switch panel, turn on the ignition switch. (Note: if the ignition switch at both helms are on, the ignition is off. Only on at one helm or other)

4. Press the Port Start switch to start the engine. Engine should start within 3 seconds.

5. Wait 15 seconds, then Press the Starboard Start switch to start the engine. Engine should start within 3 seconds.

6. Make sure engines run for 5 minutes before increasing RPM or putting into gear.

ENGINE SLOWDOWN AND SHUTDOWN

1) VERY IMPORTANT: When running at cruising speeds, avoid

suddenly dropping engine speed to idle. Gradually reduce speed over a minute or more. Rapid changes in RPM can cause rapid temperature changes in the engine and exhaust system which can cause engine problems.



After cruising over 1200 rpm, let engines idle for at least 5 minutes to cool down the turbos and fully lubricate the engine. Cooling down will also help to avoid coolant boil-over and vapor locks due to overheating.

2) To turn off each engine, press and hold down the Stop button for that

engine. Once engines have stopped, turn off ignition switch and ignition key at power panel. There is no warning buzzer that the ignition key is on.

3) MAKE SURE IGNITION KEY IS OFF!



4. Engine fuel consumption The following chart is from the original fuel consumption tests performed by PMY. It is a good estimator of fuel usage for an empty boat with 4 people without provisions or luggage. The second (opinion) chart shows recent recorded speeds and RPM’s with estimated fuel consumption from Caterpillar. The yellow highlights indicate most efficient RPM’s for slow and fast cruising speeds.

Second Opinion - LOADED BOAT- 6 Passengers with gear and luggage.

Knots RPM GPH (est.) Knots/gal Gal/Knot

6 600

8.5 900

9.3 1000 8 1.2 0.9

10 1100

10.6 1200 14 0.8 1.3

11.2 1300

11.6 1400

12.2 1500 26 0.5 2.1

13.2 1600

15 1700 34 0.4 2.3

17.5 1900

19 2000 56 0.3 3.0



5. Electronics systems:

A. Simrad NSS 12 evo 2 Multipurpose Chart plotter

The Simrad display will display Charts, Radar, and Depth Sounder/Fish Finder data. Please see quick reference guides in Luvalee’s operations manual for instructions.

1) The Simrad plotter display has a touch-screen and has the option to display combinations of the following:

a. Two simultaneous 4G radars - from dual transmitters. Example: you

can operate one radar at .5 miles range and the other at 5 miles range simultaneously.

b. Charts and tracking information. c. CHIRP Depth sounder. d. Autopilot.

Note the display only screen forward of the wheel. It echoes an image of the SIMRAD display. Speed, depth, house voltage, heading, and time are normally displayed in all display modes. There are additional SIMRAD displays on the helms dedicated to depth, speed, and autopilot control. All displays get information from the SIMRAD console so it must be on for the displays to function



B. IPad Pro Navigation and Remote Control

The 12” IPad Pro at the fly bridge can communicate with the Simrad console using an IPad app via the LUVALEE Wi-Fi. It can be used as a remote control for the SIMRAD console or in stand-alone mode using Navionics charts. Almost all the functionality of the SIMRAD console can be done on the IPad. To use Navionics charts requires using the Garmin GPS Bluetooth unit. Plug the GPS unit into the USB port and press the power button. The Garmin GPS is working when the yellow and the blue light are on.

The IPad does not have a password. Please do not make configuration changes to the IPad or use it for non-navigation purposes.

Linking IPad with Simrad for Remote Control

1. Plug the IPad power cord into the USB outlet and connect to the IPad. 2. On the IPad go to settings. Normally the Wi-Fi setting should show the

LUVALEE Wi-Fi connected to the IPad. If not, do step 2. 3. To connect the IPad, go to settings, Wi-Fi, ‘Choose a network’ and choose

LUVALEE. The password is LUVALEE18. 4. Select the ‘REMOTE LINK’ program on the IPad to use the IPad as a

remote controller. The IPad should mirror the SIMRAD console. 5. Note the IPad display will not turn off when the electronics breaker is

turned off. Power off the IPAD screen when not in use.



C. Using the SIMRAD NAC-3 Autopilot

Note: The autopilot requires the SIMRAD display to be on in order to function. The Autopilot will alarm otherwise. WARNING: IF AUTOPILOT IS ENGAGED, A QUALIFIED HELMSPERSON MUST ALWAYS MANAGE THE HELM STATION. WHEN THE BOAT IS UNDERWAY, VIGILANCE MUST BE MAINTAINED REGARDING THE CONDITION OF THE SEA AHEAD INCLUDING BOATS AND FLOATING OBJECTS. WARNING: CAUTION WHEN USING THE AUTOPILOT IN CLOSE QUARTERS AROUND BRIDGES, IN HARBORS, OR NEAR LARGE SHIPS. MAGNETIC INTERFERENCE MAY CAUSE ABNORMAL STEERING. WARNING: THE AUTOPILOT OVERRIDES STEERING AT THE HELM. AUTOPILOT MUST BE PLACED IN STANDBY OR TURNED OFF IN ORDER TO MANUALLY CONTROL STEERAGE. For functionality and operating instructions please see onboard or online manuals.

Autopilot at lower helm

D. Furuno CH250 Fishfinder

This is a very complicated commercial grade fishfinder with forward and side scanning. DO NOT USE AS A DEPTHFINDER. UNLESS SETUP PROPERLY, IT CAN GIVE MISLEADING DEPTH INDICATORS. The system works well as a fish finder and to see bottom profiles.

E. Cell Phone Booster

There is a Wilson cellphone booster antenna next to the fly bridge stairs. There is a breaker on the panel to turn it on. Sometimes it can add several bars to cellphone reception. You must be within 10 feet, closer is better, of the antenna for best results.



6. Electrical system

A. 120 Volt System

120 Volt electricity is used to run TV/VCRs, air conditioning, electric heat, microwave, wall outlets, etc.

• The 120 volt system breakers are on the right half of the electrical panel console.

• 120 volt power can be obtained from three sources. 1. shore power 2. generator 1 or 2 3. inverter - the inverter automatically turns on if needed.

Switches set for shore power 1 and transfer switch on which routes power to load group 1 and 2. Meter set to group 1. Note total current used is the combination of current 1 and current 2.Toggle the LOAD GROUP switch to see each current and add for total draw.



The transfer switch provides power to both load groups. Regardless of source. It should always be ‘ON’ = depressed.

B. Shore power

Special Considerations: Care should be taken not to exceed the shore power available. This vessel can exceed the dock’s power capacity even when connected to 250V/50A power. NOTE: You cannot use all 120V circuits and electrical items with only one 30 amp source. It will pop the shore power circuit breaker on the dock. Check the ammeter on the power panel to see how much power you are using. Add current from group 1 and 2 for total current draw. You may have to alternate between electric cook-top, water heater, and battery chargers in order to avoid popping the shore power breaker. Using the Aqua Air heat pump will require running a generator if you are using the stovetop/oven or if batteries are low and the chargers are drawing power. A 50A shore power will not support the heat pump in that situation. See the section about heating and air conditioning.

D. Inverter - Magnum 3000 watt 120v

NOTE: The inverter system is setup to be totally automatic and should not need any settings changed. 120 volt power can be provided by the inverter which uses 24 volt battery power to make 120 volt AC current. 120 volt power is very limited with the inverter because it comes from a limited source. You cannot run high use devices like space heaters, hair dryers, waffle irons, at the same time or for any combined length of time. It will drain the batteries to the point of inverter shutdown.



The inverter’s best use is to provide low wattage, or intermittent 120 volt power during an evening to save the generator from constant short start-ups and shut downs. The inverter can usually run the refrigerator 8 hours over night if nothing else is running. NO SETTINGS SHOULD BE CHANGED ON THE INVERTER CONTROL PANEL.

To operate the inverter: No other action is required. 1. The inverter breaker should be always on. 2. The inverter is operated by the remote panel to the right of the electrical

panel. The inverter is normally on all the time and does not need intervention. Do not make any changes unless directed by SJY.

3. The inverter will power the 120v AC outlets in the galley and master cabin. It will also run the icemaker, galley refrigerator, bridge refrigerator, and the microwave. It will not power the stove, air conditioning, or hot water heater. 50A Shore power or generator is needed for those appliances.

E. Electric water heater

Electric water heater runs off of 220 volt system only. 30 amp shore power will not heat water. The circuit breaker is on the AC panel. VERY IMPORTANT: Do not use the electric water heater if the water tanks are very low or if they run dry. The electric element will always burn out if the tank has no water.

F. 12 Volt system - House batteries - LEFT POWER PANEL

The 12-volt system runs the electrical systems necessary to operate the vessel. Bilge pumps, water pumps, electric toilets, navigation lights, house lights, electronics, etc. are 12 volt systems. Breakers are colored with RED - do not use; YELLOW - normally off, use as needed; GREEN - normally ON

G. Power panel 120V Switches - RIGHT POWER PANEL

The power panel has 6 green buttons for controlling AC sources and destinations.

1. Shore Power via retractable 50A power cord or with a 30A adapter. 2. Shore Power via #2 shore power inlet: NOT USED. 3. Generator 1: 4. Generator 2:



H. Battery chargers

There are three battery chargers setup for automatic charging. No setting changes are needed for charging batteries. There are separate chargers for 24v engine batteries, 24v inverter/bow-thruster/ Windlass batteries, and 12v house batteries. NOTE: the inverter/bow-thruster/windlass batteries are not charged by the engine and require generator or shore power to charge.

I. Dead battery recovery

In case batteries are drained to the point they will not start engines, start a generator (they each have their own isolated starting battery) and run for at least one hour before attempting to start engines again. Make sure the charger power breaker is properly switched on so that the chargers receive power. For the start batteries, check the charger which is on the port side above the 12KW generator. 7. Marine toilets and holding tank

This vessel has two heads, each with an electric vacuum toilet. It has one holding tank (140 Gallons) with a capacity indicator aft of the power panel. The ‘HOLDING TANK’ breaker turns on the capacity indicator. NOTE: the tank indicator lights are not always reliable but anytime the ‘3/4’ light is lit the holding tank must be emptied before further toilet use. The tank may be full and only indicate half full for example. A safe estimate is 5 gallons per person per day.

A. Electric VACU-FLUSH toilets

It is critical that every member of the crew be informed regarding the proper use of marine toilets. NEVER dispose of paper towels, tampons, Kleenex, sanitary napkins, household toilet tissue undigested food, etc., in the marine toilets. In the event of seasickness, DO NOT USE THE MARINE TOILETS. Use a bucket. The valves, openings and pumps are extremely small and will clog very easily. A clogged toilet can be very expensive to repair, leave a huge mess and potentially ruin a vacation. NOTE: Kleenex, paper towel, ordinary household toilet tissue, and other tissue will almost always clog the system. 1) To operate electric toilets, make sure the AFT Cabin Toilet and FWD Cabin

Toilet 12volt breakers are on at the DC power panel. There is also a power switch in each head for that toilet. That switch should be always on.

2) The fresh water pump breaker must be on to supply the toilets with water. 3) To flush, step on the foot pedal until empty and release the pedal from the

floor letting it snap up to the stop position. 4) When you flush you will hear the vacuum pump run for 30-40 seconds for

normal operation.



5) If the vacuum pump runs longer or starts by itself between uses, lift the foot

pedal slightly to add water to the bowl and improve the vacuum seal in the toilet. Make sure the water flow stops before you leave the head. It may otherwise continue filling and overflow. You may also flush a full bowl of water to clear out the valves.

6) If a seal is leaking or the pedal has not been brought to its closed position, the

vacuum pump will run periodically. Each head has a switch that turns off the vacuum pump. You may want to turn off the pump at night if it runs intermittently. This should be reported to SJY upon return.

B. Overboard discharge VALVE

There is a valve to pump the effluent from the holding tank overboard. BE SURE you are familiar with applicable laws concerning use of holding tanks and dumping of sewage overboard. DUMPING IS NOT PERMITTED IN U.S. WATERS - EVER. You are personally responsible for compliance with discharge laws. (NOTE: Discharge in Anchorages and harbors is illegal in the US and Canada and you must use the holding tank.) Best practice for managing the holding tank is to only dump underway WHERE IT IS LEGAL. It is not legal everywhere in Canada, so be aware of local regulations. Do not pollute harbors or anchorages even if they are isolated. The pump overboard valve is in the pump room under the bunk room, on the port side.



C. Holding Tank

The holding tank is located on the aft side of the forward lazarette. It holds approximately 140 gallons. IMPORTANT: The tank capacity lights located aft of the power panel are approximate measures as they can be influenced by rocking and changes in boat attitude underway. Do not rely on the indicator lights. As a reference point, a safe estimate is 5 gallons per person per day. NEVER overfill the holding tank. One sign of a full tank is discharge on the port side bow whenever a toilet is flushed. (It will leave a dirty streak on the side of the hull) It is possible to break a hose, clog the overflow vent, or burst the tank if it is used when it is full. The result is an indescribable unpleasant catastrophe for the whole crew and a costly repair bill. Pumping out the holding tank is done one of two ways. There is a deck pump out port on the port side front deck for use with marina pump out stations. The contents of the holding tank can be pumped overboard with the macerator in appropriate areas. (NOTE: Anchorages and harbors are never legal places for dumping.) To operate macerator: 1. MAKE SURE THROUGH-HULL VALVE FOR MACERATOR IS OPEN

WHEN PUMPING OVERBOARD. THE VALVE IS IN THE FORWARD LAZARRETE ON THE PORT SIDE. (UNDER THE BUNK ROOM - ACCESS IS THE HATCH BETWEEN THE BUNK ROOM AND FORWARD HEAD) THE PUMPOUT VALVE IS LABELED.

2. THIS VALVE IS REQUIRED TO BE SECURELY CLOSED IN U.S. WATERS. YOU MAY BE FINED BY THE US COAST GUARD IF THE THROUGH-HULL IS OPEN IN U.S. WATERS!

3. Turn on macerator circuit breaker on 12 volt panel. It is marked “holding tank pump.”

4. Listen carefully for macerator’s operation. When pitch of motor goes high,

discontinue operation. 5. NEVER run macerator when holding tank is empty or pump may burnout.



D. Showers & Sumps

Each shower has a European style water temperature and pressure control. Once set, you only need to turn on the water and it will stay at the set temperature. Each knob has a push button that allows the safe heat and flow to be exceeded. Please to not go beyond set limits. The hot water can be hot enough to cause serious burns. Each shower has a sump pump that needs to be turned on at the main power panel. The Master shower has a sump switch next to the head light switch. If the shower is used without the sump pump, the shower water will end up in the bilges and be pumped out by the bilge pumps. Shower water in the bilges can get smelly, so please make sure the sump pumps are used. Each head has an exhaust fan. Do not leave running for long periods of time to avoid excessive battery drain.

8. Galley

A. Stove top and oven

The stove top is powered by the breaker on the AC panel. You must have 50 amp shore power or the generator running to operate the stove top or oven.

B. Microwave and galley appliances

The microwave is connected to the power inverter. Coffee Maker, waffle iron, toaster, and other electrical appliances may be plugged into the power outlets in the galley that are powered by the battery inverter. Note the sink discharges directly into the water. Coffee grounds should not be dumped into the sink.

C. Refrigerator and Freezer

The refrigerator freezer is 120V only and runs off the inverter batteries when not on shore or generator power. No temperature adjustments are needed.

D. Bar B Q grill

The grill propane is located under the grill and should be off unless in use. The BBQ GRILL breaker must be on in order to use the grill. There is also a backup propane tank under the grill. Do not run an empty grill on high flames. The grates will overheat and warp. To light the grill, turn the aft burner knob (the one closest to you) to ‘start’ position. Please DO NOT BOIL salt water on the BBQ grill. Use the portable crab pot heater stored in the cockpit starboard cabinet. Never use the portable heater when the boat is underway or rocking. Using it on a dock is highly recommended. The portable heater uses the propane tank which can be removed from under the grill.



E. Portable crab pot heater

Portable Crab Pot Heater mounted on base. This heater should be used only on docks or on shore.

1. Located in a black canvas bag in the cockpit starboard cabinet. 2. Add skirts with the ‘V’ pointing outwards. Locate heater on a flat and level

surface at least 4 feet away from other objects. 3. Hook up propane hose to tank. 4. Ensure the hose valve is off before turning on the propane tank valve. 5. Open hose valve 1/3 the way open and using a lighter, stand to the side of

the heater and light the top of the center tube. Adjust flame with the hose valve.

6. Put pot on stand making sure the pot is centered on the heater.



9. Heating and air conditioning NOTE: Individual air handlers may be used for air circulation without using the heat pump. For example, in many situations running the salon air handler will cool the salon without the heat pump on. However, the heat pump must be on for heating. The heating and air conditioning system uses considerable 110v AC current even though it is an efficient heat pump. With 3 air handlers running, the system draws 40amps when the compressor is running. You can run the system from 50amp shore power only if no other (battery chargers, stove, oven) equipment are in use. Otherwise you will need to use a generator when running this system with any other equipment. Make sure you give the generator at least 3-4 minutes to warm up before using it for this heavy electrical load. When running, the heat pump will intake water and exhaust it under the port boarding platform. You will see a large stream of water flowing out of the boat when the system is running. The breakers for the heating and air conditioning are in the 110v AC panel. Each zone has its own set of controls to set temperature and control fan speed. The compressor breaker has to be on. Control switches at the heat pump need to be set to SYSTEM ON and MODE - HEAT or COOL.

1. In the aft lazarette, Switch the compressor control to heat or cool and turn power switch to on. It can be left in that state until you need to switch modes. (Picture Below)

2. Verify water pressure gauge shows 14-20 lbs. pressure. Add water by opening valve. (Picture Below)

3. MAKE SURE HEAT PUMP THROUGH-HULL VALVE (forward of the port engine) IS OPEN AND STRAINER IS CLEAR BEFORE OPERATING! Check to make sure water is coming out under the port side boarding platform when heat pump is running. If not, the intake strainers may be plugged.

4. Turn on System breaker at main AC power panel. 5. Turn on breakers for areas that need air heating/cooling. 6. If the temperature change is not apparent in 10 minutes, check to

make sure water is coming out under the port side boarding platform when heat pump is running. If not, the intake strainers may be plugged. Note the compressor will normally turn off and on as it changes the circulating water temperature.

7. Adjust temperature and cooling/heating mode with the thermostat in each area.

8. Thermostats also control fan speed.

It will take 5-10 minutes before the temperature change is apparent at the air handlers.



The water valve above the control switches is used to provide additional water to the system if needed. A gauge over the pressure tank shows the desired pressure range (14-20) lbs. to be maintained.

Heat Pump water supply valve Raw water supply through-hull And on/off control panel forward of Port Engine

10. Windshield wipers Windshield wipers are controlled individually by three switches on the port side of the helm. There is also a breaker on the power panel for the wipers.

11. Windshield defogger fans Fans to clear fog from the windshields are turned on with a power panel breaker and Defrost switch on the port side of the helm.

12. General vessel operation

Note that the Micro Commander engine throttle/shifter is electronic and very sensitive to any pressure. It is easy to accidentally bump the controls, change the speed or shift the transmission into another gear. Always operate the vessel from the helm station that provides sufficient visibility given your course, speed and sea conditions. During docking maneuvers that require backing, there is little visibility astern from the helm or pilot house. It is best to center the wheel (See Auto Pilot for Rudder Angle) and use only the engines and bow thruster to maneuver the boat backwards at very slow speeds. Be sure the trim tabs are in the full up position (bow-up) whenever the boat is maneuvered for docking. Make certain engine control levers are vertical in neutral position before selecting that station.



13. Getting underway

1. Gather crew together and make sure they are trained and capable for their departure assignment. Review the sequence of events and your strategy for departure. This is especially important if it is windy or there are strong currents.

2. Remove canvas as required to have full access to the flying bridge controls and stow. Open fly bridge windows on each side to allow looking at the passageway as you depart.

3. STOW ANY LOOSE CANVAS OR OBJECTS ON THE EXTERIOR. FRONT DECK CUSHIONS/TOWELS, CLOTHING, CAN BLOW OFF IF NOT SECURED. LIGHTWEIGHT OBJECTS IN THE COCKPIT OR DINGHY OFTEN ARE BLOWN OFF THE BOAT.

4. Disconnect shore power and stow power cable. DO NOT LEAVE Luvalee EXTENSION CABLES OR ADAPTORS ON THE DOCK!

5. If towing a dinghy, secure alongside and pad well with fenders until you are in open water.

6. Turn on all electronics and bridge breakers. 7. Start engines and warm up to operating temperature. You may want to

close the salon doors to keep exhaust fumes out. 8. Get charts and electronics setup for departure. 9. Get crew to assigned positions and verify they are ready. 10. Headcount to make sure everyone is aboard. 11. Release lines, weigh anchor, etc. per your directions to crew. 12. While slowly underway, stow fenders on upper deck by dinghy cradle,

stow lines, check for anything that might fall or blow off the boat. 13. If towing dinghy, stop when convenient to move dinghy to towing position. 14. Verify your position and desired direction on the charts. 15. Verify that engines have warmed up for 10 minutes before slowly

accelerating to desired cruising speed.

14. Windlass and anchor It is always best to have main engines running when operating the windlass so you retain control of the boat and minimize battery drain. NOTE: The Windlass is a powerful machine and can be dangerous to use. Make sure all crew operating the windlass have been trained how to operate it and to stay out of harm’s way. ALWAYS bring the anchor very slowly over the roller. Slightly tap the foot switch. The windlass has enough power to damage the anchor or boat if not done properly. Ensure the anchor is secured with a safety line before getting under way.



Anchor in storage position with safety line attached.

A. Setting anchor

CREW NOTE: The skipper will STOP THE BOAT and signal when to drop the anchor. Make sure the chain dogs on the capstan base and in the chain channel are open to allow the chain out. Start with a few taps on the windlass deck switch to let the anchor roll off slowly and without suddenly dropping. Once the anchor is hanging vertical, you can step on the deck switch and release as much chain as the skipper requests. Chain Marks: There are green rope markers every 50 feet of chain. YELLOW PAINT= 400’ - THE END! Stop as soon as you see the YELLOW PAINT. If the chain gets tangled below deck, access to the chain locker is behind the forward mirror in the V-berth.

1. Make sure the crew setting anchor has been trained in using the windlass and anchor and knows what you expect them to do.

2. Turn on the DECK windlass breaker. 3. Always use proper anchoring procedures when anchoring. (See Chapman’s) 4. Bring boat to complete stop before lowering anchor. 5. Pay out sufficient scope before setting anchor. ALLOW SCOPE FOR

HIGHER WINDS DURING YOUR STAY. There is only enough anchor chain (400’) to anchor in 80’ of water or less with a 5:1 scope. Know how much the tide will change while anchored. CAUTION: Review the copy of Chapman’s onboard if you need to review the correct anchor setting procedure or the amount of scope to use.

6. Be sure you do not allow Luvalee to ride at anchor directly against the

windlass. Properly snub the anchor rode using a chain hook and line attached to the deck cleats. There should be at least 1’ of loose chain



hanging below the snubber hook. This will take pressure off of the windlass by securing the line to the forward cleats. (Half inch line with galvanized hook kept in bucket in aft lazarette with washdown hose for anchor chain.)

7. Monitor vessel’s position periodically after setting anchor to see that the anchor remains set. This is important because the wind and currents both change constantly.

8. NOTE: If snubbing line is not used on the anchor chain, it may make a snapping noise when winds swing the boat.

B. Weighing Anchor

CREW NOTE: You will be signaling the skipper which direction to move the boat in order to retrieve the anchor. The objective is to always have the chain vertical when retrieving. NEVER allow the boat to run over the chain, or pull the boat with the windlass. Do not force a stuck anchor with the windlass. It will pop the breaker or damage the windlass or anchor. If the windlass strains or stalls, wait ten seconds and try again. Often this will let the anchor pull free. If this does not work, notify the skipper. Consult Chapman’s for suggestions. 1. Make sure the crew weighing anchor has been trained in using the windlass

and knows what you expect them to do. 2. Always start main engines before you begin to weigh anchor. Do not pull the

boat with the windlass – this could cause the windlass to fail and require manual retrieval. Keep the chain vertical when raising the anchor. This will minimize windlass strain and anchor swinging.

3. Care should be taken that anchor does not swing into bow. 4. Stop the windlass when the anchor shank reaches the roller. Make sure the

anchor is aligned to have the flukes point towards the bow. Carefully raise the anchor shank over the roller by tapping up button until the chain is snug. Engage the dog on the windlass to prevent the anchor from releasing unexpectedly, position the chain dog to hold the chain and secure with a safety line.

5. When finished with windlass, turn off breaker at panel.

C. Windlass Emergency Procedures

1. If the windlass is slipping without taking up chain, the clutch must be tightened. The lever for tightening the clutch is a 1”x1/4”x 18” aluminum bar with a steel pin on one end, stored under the main power panel.

2. Insert the lever in one of the slots near the top of the windlass and tighten clockwise.

1. If the windlass fails, the clutch lever may be used to bring up the anchor. 2. First, set the chain dog to keep the chain from going out. 3. Insert the clutch bar into the lower slot with the pin end inserted pin up. 4. Engage pin on chain gear and pull clockwise as far as possible. Make sure

the chain dog is holding and re-engage the pin again and pull.



5. This works best if at least 2 people trade off pulling and one making sure the chain dog is held in place. (As you can imagine, this is not an easy recovery but better than using brute force to pull the chain and anchor up! It could be well over 800 pounds dead weight.)

15. Dinghy and Davit Operation

Davit hoist operation requires 2 people minimum to safely manage the operation. Note the power for the davit is normally on. Do not turn on breaker.

• The Davit hoist is heavy machinery and is inherently dangerous. All precautions must be followed to avoid serious damage and/or injury.

• Make sure your crew knows exactly what you want them to do and not to do before you start! Talk through the process before starting.

• Never allow passengers to be in the Dinghy when it is being hoisted or lowered. Also remove ice chests and tackle boxes to minimize weight.

• Drain all water out of dinghy before lifting or lowering.

• Never allow anybody to be directly underneath the Dinghy when it is being hoisted or lowered.

• Only use the hoist in calm water. DO NOT hoist the Dinghy up or down while Luvalee is rocking. Survey surrounding water to make sure there are no waves headed your direction. When swinging, the dinghy can injure someone or end up in the salon.

A. Off-loading the dinghy

Preparation 1. Get hoist control cable out of storage area located under the bridge bar.

Connect control cable to fitting on aft side of bridge seating.

2. Verify that the lifting harness is connected shackles are closed, cables free, and ready for hoisting. Remove any twists before proceeding.

3. Make sure dinghy stern and bow lines are attached for the crew to guide the dinghy during transit.

4. Unfasten bow and stern hold down lines.

5. On the port side of Luvalee make sure at least 1 of the large black fenders are in position to fend off the dinghy when it is in the water.



Note position of cables and boom. Off-Loading

1. There are 3 water plugs for the dinghy: 1 for the forward storage compartment; 1 for the floor under the steering wheel; and 1 for the transom. Make sure all 3 are in place and all water is drained out.

2. If boom is stowed, push Winch Down button to allow the lifting hook to be released from the keeper.

3. Push Boom UP button until hoist is at an up angle of nearly 75 degrees. Like /. Watch out for radar arch.

BE CAREFUL NOT TO RUN THE END OF THE BOOM INTO THE RADAR ARCH!

4. Push boom LEFT/RIGHT button until hoist cable is over Dinghy lift ring. Have someone hold onto the weight & ring until it can be attached to the lifting harness. Be careful weight does not swing into people or dinghy.

5. Lower CABLE OUT until hook can be attached to the harness lift ring. Attach the hook to the ring. Adjust boom position to put the cable in a vertical position before lifting. Failure to do this will cause unexpected results when the dinghy leaves the cradle. Make a note of the boom position both vertical and horizontal. This is the same position you will use to lower the dinghy back onto the cradle.

6. Untie all lines securing the dinghy to the cradle.



7. Make sure the cable remains vertical while lifting the dinghy. Adjust the boom left/right, up/down to put the cable in vertical position.

8. Once aligned, push the Winch UP button to lift the dinghy 2-3 inches to verify the cable is in the right position. If the dinghy moves in a direction other than up, adjust the hoist position. When properly aligned, continue to raise the dinghy using the Winch UP until it is free of the cradle.

9. When free, the dinghy should hang level. If bow is excessively HIGH OR LOW, relocate or remove objects in the dinghy.

10. Raise WINCH UP until the dinghy is clear of the cradle about 1 foot.

11. Rotate the boom RIGHT until the dinghy is parallel to the PORT side of Luvalee. IF the dinghy starts to swing, stop until it is steady. Use the two attached lines to keep the dinghy in desired position. At this point, the boom should be straight out from Luvalee. Lower the boom enough to get dinghy away from the boat and then push WINCH DOWN until the dinghy is in the water.

12. Once the dinghy is on the water, have your crew tie it to Luvalee and make sure fenders are between the Whaler and Luvalee.

13. Lower the cable until your assistant can release the harness from the hoist cable. IMMEDIATELY raise the hoist WINCH UP until the cable weight is within 3 feet of the boom. Do not let the cable and weight swing free. Rotate the boom to its original stored position. Re-attach the hook to the hook keeper.

14. NOTE: THE BOOM WILL ROTATE TO A STOP POSITION AT 90 DEGREES TO PORT. IT WILL NOT GO PAST THIS POINT AND IF FORCED MAY BECOME LOCKED IN THAT POSITION.

To operate the dinghy, see Starting the Motor below.

B. Loading DINGHY

No heavy gear or people should be in the Whaler when it is being moved on or off Luvalee. Excess gear could overload the hoist or cause failure.

The hoist is heavy machinery and is inherently dangerous. All precautions must be followed to avoid damage and/or serious injury. Make sure your crew knows exactly what you want them to do and not to do before you start loading! Never allow passengers to be in the dinghy when it is being hoisted. Never allow anybody to be directly underneath the dinghy when it is being hoisted. Only use the hoist in calm water. DO NOT hoist the dinghy up or down while Luvalee is rocking. Survey water for incoming boat wakes before hoisting.



Preparation

1. Remove all loose gear from the dinghy AND DRAIN ANY WATER.

2. Place the dinghy on Luvalee’s port side with the bow of the dinghy facing towards the stern of Luvalee.

3. Attach the harness. Make sure all 3 cables are running free and all connectors are closed.

4. Raise the outboard motor out of the water with the tilt switch.

5. Position your crew in the dinghy to hookup the hoist cable hook on the ring. Place hook on the ring between the front harness cable and the back cables.

Loading - It is necessary to operate the boom very close to the radar arch. Be aware the hoist boom may hit the radar arch or rack structure and cause damage. Keep an eye on the boom as well as the dinghy.

1. Release the Hoist cable hook from the keeper.

2. Rotate the boom until it is over the dinghy lift ring and lower boom to 45 degrees.

3. Lower WINCH DOWN until your crew can connect it to the lift ring.

4. Connect the cable hook to the ring between forward and aft cables.

5. Raise WINCH UP hoist cable until harness cables are taut. Verify all cables are free. Assistants hold the dinghy bow and transom lines in order to guide the dinghy during on-loading process. Untie all lines attaching the dinghy to Luvalee.

6. Raise the winch cable until the dinghy is out of the water. The dinghy should ride level or you will need to relocate gear or drain excess water.

7. Raise the dinghy with the WINCH UP until the cable weight is raised to NO CLOSER than 2 feet from the hoist tip.

8. Raise the boom to about a 75 degree angle. Rotate boom to cradle. At that point, your assistant should swing the bow of the dinghy towards Luvalee’s Starboard side and into position to go on the cradle.

9. NOTE BEFORE LOWERING DINGHY THERE SHOULD BE 10-12 INCHES BETWEEN THE DINGHY AND THE HOIST BASE. THE DINGHY RESTS OFF-CENTER ON THE CRADLE AND TOWARDS LUVaLEE’S STERN.

10. Rotate LEFT until the dinghy is positioned above the cradle. Lower the boom and cable as necessary to align the dinghy with the cradle. Be sure the dinghy engine will not touch the deck when the dinghy is lowered.

11. Lower the Whaler until the harness is slack enough to remove the cable hook. Remove the hook and hold onto the hook while rotating the hoist back to its storage position. (The boom and cable may remain attached to the dinghy for transit. This simplifies offloading the next time.)



12. Tie down the dinghy securely even for a short transit. Tie the bow to the deck and secure a cable over the engine lower unit.

13. Remove the hoist controller cable (it is not waterproof). Disconnect the plug, screw on the plug cover, and put the control back in the storage cabinet.

C. Operating dinghy

Before taking off: 1. Make sure each passenger has a lifejacket available on the dinghy.

Washington State law: Kids under age 12 must be wearing their lifejackets at all times when in the dinghy or on the dock.

2. Check level of gas in gas tank by looking at sight gauge on top of tank.

3. Secure all loose baggage, charts, and clothing. The wind pattern underway will blow most light objects out of the boat.

4. Make sure all lines are secured in a way to keep them from falling overboard and getting into the prop. Especially the bow lines.

5. Make sure the motor is lowered and pointed straight back. There is an up and down switch on the gear shift and also on the motor.

6. Open breather screw on gas tank. Pump squeeze pump until it is firm.

7. The motor has an electric starter and choke and starts with a key. The choke is activated by pushing the key forward while turning it to the start position. Normally do not use choke.

8. Make sure all passengers are sitting down before getting underway.

9. Pull all fenders and lines into the boat.

10. Even if you are in familiar waters, keep your eye on the chart plotter and the depth sounder.

D. Towing Dinghy

Caution: Mind the tow line to prevent catching it in the propellers.

1. Before towing, tie down or remove all lightweight gear to keep it from blowing out of the dinghy. This includes all life jackets, clothing, empty ice chests, etc.

2. Pull all fenders out of the water. 3. Raise motor out of the water to reduce drag and prevent damage from

debris. 4. Attach towing harness to Luvalee at the center cleat above the boarding

platform. Recommended attachment is to tie a bowline, push through the center of the cleat and around the ears.



5. This cleat is for the dinghy only. Towing any other heavier boat with this cleat may pull the cleat loose.

6. Attach tow line to bow ring of dinghy. 7. Assign one crew member keep line straight and untangled while slowly

pulling away from the dinghy. Tangles or knots put under high pressure are difficult to remove and may require tow line replacement. Once the line is tight and free of tangles and knots, you may increase speed.

8. When underway the dinghy should ride between stern waves and track straight. Adjust length if it is swerving from side to side. Take note of how much line to pull in or let out, stop Luvalee, and make adjustments.

9. DO NOT ATTEMPT TO ADJUST THE TOW LINE WHILE UNDERWAY.

When approaching anchoring or docking destination: Best practice is to secure the dinghy alongside Luvalee near the stern, tie across the stern, or detach and send it ahead with a crew member. DO NOT TOW INTO A HARBOR OR ANCHORAGE. Stop Luvalee and pull the dinghy by hand alongside with adequate fenders between Luvalee and dinghy. Untie and send a crew member with the dinghy to the dock or: Secure tow line. Secure the dinghy bow line and stern line. Proceed to anchor or dock with dinghy secured.

16. TV/DVD (BlueRay)

The TV is located on the starboard side of the salon. There is a switch by the salon closet to raise or lower it that requires the Electronics breaker to be on. There is a separate 110 breaker for TV and stereo power. The TV has a digital antenna which will receive local TV station broadcasts. You may need to go to the Samsung setup menu to scan for local channels. There is an HDMI cable that can be used for a computer input (HDMI 1) or DVD (HDMI 2) to play DVD’s.



17. AM/FM Radios There is an AM/FM stereo system located in the Salon closet that plays the salon speakers. It has an adapter cord for connecting cell phones or other electronic music sources so you can play your music. There is a blue-tooth enabled am/fm radio on the flybridge bar.



18. Salon Hide-a-bed There is a hide-a-bed in the salon couch. It has an air-top mattress which requires an electric air pump to inflate. The air pump is located in the salon closet. In order to open the bed, you need to place the small sectional on its back in front of the TV. Open the bed and inflate. The connection to the pump is at the foot of the bed under the mattress cover. Unzip the cover and connect the air pump. When the air pump changes to a high pitch sound, it can be disconnected from the mattress and the inflation cover snapped closed. Cushions can be stacked in front of the icemaker and the back of the couch. Please contact SJY if you need extra sheets, pillows, and blankets for the hide-a-bed.



19. Water Maker The water maker requires a special setup and instructions. It is available at no charge upon advance request for long term (2 week+) charters to remote areas; available for less than 2 week charters for $100 a commissioning/ decommissioning fee. If you wish to use the water maker, please contact SJY. The HRO Watermaker is rated for 20 gal/hr in tropical waters. Expect 10-12 gal/hr in colder waters of the Pacific Northwest.

• Only use Watermaker when underway in deep clear water, not in a harbor! Harbors have lots of particulates that will clog the filters.

• The circuit breaker switch is labeled and located near the bottom of the 110v panel.

• Do not attempt to start Watermaker from the remote station next to the power panel.

• Pressure adjustments need to be made each time the watermaker is started to prevent automatic system shutdown. However, it is O.K. to stop it from the remote station.

Before attempting to start Watermaker, read the procedure below and locate the modular units of the system located forward of the Port generator:

1. System Controller: A white box. It has a START button, red STOP button. “SYSTEM RUNNING” light will show on the start switch.



2. Water Production Flow Control: Located (toward port side) just left of the system controller. It has a large black control knob (labeled), a vertical tube Flow Meter (gal/hr.) and a round Pressure Gauge (psi). NOTE the small silver indicator to the left of the flow rate numbers. The silver indicator shows just below 12 GPH in the picture and pressure is at 450.

3. Vacuum Gauge: A bit to the left (starboard) of the Product Flow Control, above two small blue filters. It is a smaller round gauge. Now you’re ready for the Procedure:



A. Starting the Watermaker

1. Turn on Gen-Set and switch the power panel input to the generator running.

2. Turn on Watermaker circuit breaker at the main 110v power panel.

3. Check that the thru hull valve for the Watermaker is open. Through hull is on the starboard side in front of the 20kw genset.

4. Before starting water production, Product Flow Control knob must be turned counter-clockwise at least 1 full turn. This opens valve and lessens initial startup load on the system and avoids overload shutdown.

5. Start system by pressing and releasing START switch on System Controller. “System Running” lamp will light.

6. Check Vacuum Gauge: It should read between 1 and 12. If above 15, the two small blue filters below it need to be cleaned. This will only happen if the water maker is run in exceptionally dirty water. Back-flushing for 5 minutes may improve the pressure. See back-flushing procedure.

7. Confirm seawater is flowing thru the system. Feel the pump valves on the high pressure pump (they will be notably cool from the seawater flow).

8. With the system now running, the Product Flow Control knob should be slowly rotated clockwise until the associated round pressure gauge reads 400 psi. As the pressure increases, water processing will begin thru the membrane in the long white tube. Now continue to increase the system pressure slowly to achieve a target of 450 psi.

9. There is a bit of delay between adjustment of the knob and the pressure reading, but it gets touchy as you approach 450 and above. Take it slow and easy from 400 up. If over 500 psi, transient surges in the system may cause an auto shut-off. Flow Meter (vertical tube above Product Flow Control knob with silver

indicator) should read 11-13 gal/hr. (This is the normal rate for cold NW

waters.)

10. The “Safe Water” light on the system controller will come on while potable water is being automatically routed to the fresh water tank.

11. Check Flow Meter occasionally and adjust Product Flow Controller if necessary to maintain pressure between 400-500 psi and a normal flow.



B. Stopping the Watermaker

1. To stop the system, press STOP on the System Controller or on the

remote station. Remote station is located aft of the 110v power panel.

2. The HRO Watermaker system has a fresh water flush option that flushes seawater from all the components starting with the pre-filter stage. This is an important final step as it helps preserve the life of the internal components and significantly reduces the onset of biological growth within the system. To start flushing, push and hold the OFF button while the system is off. Flushing takes about 3 minutes of holding the stop button. That is how long it takes to flush the system completely.

3. Open the high pressure valve a full turn counterclockwise.

4. Once the fresh water flush is completed, flip off Watermaker circuit breaker on power panel and shut down the genset if not needed for other reasons.

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C. Auto Shutoff Recovery

If the system does an auto shut-off, you need to do a back flush operation and then start over from ‘Starting the Watermaker’ step #2. When adjusting the pressure, set to a lower 400 psi level which provides 10 gallons per hour. As filters age, the pressures tend to build up. The water tank will not overfill because excess fresh water will bypass the system and discharge overboard. It is still important to conduct a fresh water flush at the least on a weekly basis. This is simple to do. Follow steps one and two of this procedure, ensure the fresh water circuit breaker is on to pressurize the fresh water system and then simply push and hold the Stop (not Start!) button for 3 minutes. 20. Water System The water system has a primary and backup water pump. The backup should only be used if the primary pump fails. All water on the boat including shower and outside faucets goes through a carbon filter that removes sediment and odors. Note the cockpit shower and anchor flush faucet uses fresh water. 21. Live Bait Well The Live Well is not connected. If you wish to use the live well, Please contact SJY before your charter.



22. Washer/Dryer The washer/dryer is limited in capacity and is best for small loads of clothing. It cannot handle overloading with towels or bedding. Make sure the basket is only 2/3rds full of clothes when starting a load. Instructions for using the washer/dryer are in the Luvalee manual box. Running the washer/dryer requires 50A shore power or running the generator. Water valves for the washer/dryer are in the forward lazarette and are always on. NEVER RUN WASHER WITHOUT BEING ONBOARD AND KEEPING TRACK OF ITS PROGRESS. In some situations the washer can get stuck in rinse mode and empty the water tank. 23. Bow Thruster

In order to use the bow thruster, the bow thruster breaker must be turned on. To use, turn the switch in the direction you want to go. Note that extensive use of the bow thruster may overheat and shut it down. Use it in short 10-20 second bursts as needed to move the bow. 24. Stabilizer

The stabilizer is enabled when the ‘electronics’ breaker is turned on. Press the switch to ‘Center’ to activate the system. Then switch to ‘ON’ to engage the stabilizer It may take 5 minutes for the system to warm up to operating temperature.



25. Emergency Equipment 1. Fire extinguishers are located: each cabin’s closet, Washer/Dryer closet, at

flybridge stairway, aft corners of the salon, flybridge next to helm, Port side of engine room door and on port side of dinghy. In addition there is a Fireboy fire suppression system in the engine room, each generator has its own Fireboy inside its enclosure, and there is a Fireboy under the V-berth with the inverter.

2. Flares are located in the flybridge bar cabinet.

3. Life Jackets are located under the flybridge seating. There are 10 water-ski type life jackets under the aft bench in the flybridge. There are 12 of the orange horse-shoe type life jackets under the port bench that should not be used. They are present to meet coast guard requirements if you have guests aboard. 4-6 life vests are kept in the storage box at the back door.

4. VHF MMSI Emergency broadcast. The lower VHF radio has an emergency MMSI transmitter which will transmit your location and boat identification to call for help. It is launched by pressing the red covered emergency button on the VHF radio at the helm.

5. Toss Ring is located next to the flybridge bar cabinet.

6. Dinghy Paddles are located under the dinghy seats. There is a fire extinguisher on the dinghy.

7. First Aid Kit is located in the main head cabinet next to the shower.

8. Hand-held VHF radio located in the cubby hole under the SIMRAD main console that may be used in an emergency or to keep in touch with crew on the dinghy.

9. Hand Held Air horns are located in the aft starboard salon cabinet and in the cabinet above the grill.

26. Spare Parts Engine, generator, and head parts are located in the forward lazarette/pump room accessed from the hallway hatch. Included are extra oil and fuel filters.

27. Tools Tools are located in the cockpit cabinet under the sink. There are also spare screws, bolts washers, and other small parts located in the drawers.



28. Flybridge Windows The following windows on the flybridge may be opened for ventilation.

1. Center front panel. Unzip the bottom and both sides. Pull inside and secure to the bungee cords on the overhead. To replace, zip the bottom zipper first and then the sides.

PLEASE DO NOT UNZIP TOP ZIPPER OR REMOVE the panel. Re-installing the center panel is very difficult.

2. Side window panel. The side windows are on tracks and can be slid aft wards to open. Unzip the bottom and sides. Pull the aft lower corner in over the top of the stainless tube. Slide the whole panel aft and attach bungee cord. When returning to closed position, fasten the bottom zipper first and then the side zippers.

3. Starboard back window/door panel. The starboard side window/door panel is on a slide track. The door panel may be unzipped on both sides and slid towards the center of the boat. When closing, zip the starboard zipper first.

4. Port side back window. The panel may be unzipped on both sides and slid towards the center of the boat.

29. Boat Dimensions 1. Height 33’ 1. Width 18’ 2. Draft 5’ 3. Hull 57’ 4. LOA 63’



30. Through hull diagram

F U E L

F U E L

H O L D I N G

Through Hull Locations

F U E L

F U E L

Bilge or Sump Pump

Thru hull valve with strainer

Drain or vent

W A T E R

Holding Tank Vent

Fuel Vent Heat/Air Cond. In

Engine Intake Bait Well

Generator In Fuel Vent

Port Exhaust Heat/Air Cond. Out Unused

Always Closed

Macerator Closed in U.S. Waters

Forward Shower Sump

Master Shower Sump

Water Vent Fuel Vent

STBD Exhaust Generator In

Water maker In Engine Intake

X Transducer

X X

X

X X

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