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M/Y SARAH BROOKS OPERATING MANUAL

1. Anchor Light Nav Lights Tank Gauges Instruments Macerator Pump Note Certain switches should be left on at all times Alarm System Fwd Bilge Pump ER Bilge Pump Laz Bilge Pump 12V Main Others will be turned on as necessary including the protected port and starboard engine control switches as well as switches used for underway operation which should be secured after returning to port More detail will be provided below in sections for getting underway cruising returning to port launching the tender etc Many of the switches in the column under the 12V Main switch are for 12V circuits In the unlikely event that the 12V Main switch light isn t illuminated or there appears to be no 12V power go to the lazarette Above the port hand grey battery control box you will find a 12V breaker which may need to be re set AC Power AC power is provided by shore power or by the 17kW Onan generator Port Gen or created by the Outback inverter from the 24V House Bank AC Service Panel The AC service panel on the port side of the pilothouse controls both the 125V AC and 220 250V AC systems It features three select switches 110V Select Shore Select and 220V Select The 110V Select switch is used to select the source of 110V either 110V 220V Shore Port Gen or Inv inverter The 220V Select switch is used to select the source of 22
2. The Cablemaster cable is long enough to reach to a little forward of the pilothouse less far if trying to reach a portside connection and should be used if possible for shore power Note Ensure that whatever length is used there is sufficient slack to avoid damage to the connectors If the shore power outlet cannot be reached from the stern consider backing in to the Slip If necessary there is a second 125 250V 50A AC cable in the starboard aft lazarette that may be connected at the 50A bow connection Marinas Without 125 250V 50A Power Available At many marinas particularly those in more remote areas 125 250V 50A AC power may not be available but 125V AC 30A power may be see below Two 30A Outlets Available In this case there is a Hubbell combiner in the starboard aft lazarette with two 30A cable fittings combining to one 50A cable fitting If two sources of 30A are available this can be used effectively to create 220V AC at 50 60A depending on how the dock is wired Summary instructions are on the combiner Understand that this may not achieve the same amperage levels as from a single 125 250V 50A AC source but it may be sufficient to meet the needs of the boat provided you are careful with the use of high load appliances continued 9 Electrical System continued Note In general it is never good to try to use the washer dryer dishwasher water heater reverse cycle heat cooktop and conve
3. M Y SARAH BROOKS Fleming 55 125 OPERATING MANUAL V6 3 Sept 2015 FOR SPECI AL CONSI DERATI ON Please respect SARAH BROOKS as you would your own boat Power Management focus on this as you familiarize yourself with SARAH BROOKS Be extra alert for logs and deadheads see Running SARAH BROOKS Remember to use and center stabilizers see Getting Underway and Returning to Port Close macerator seacock before dockside pump out and re open when done see Head System No Sharpies Magic Markers other indelible items for young children s artwork the owners learned the hard way Re upholstering furniture is time consuming and expensive Avoid getting sun lotion or other oils on furnishings and particularly while moving the barrel chairs around the salon Keep metal out of the drawers within 3 feet of the starboard forward corner of the VIP bed magnetic fluxgate compass there Do not swim under the boat Take particular care around the stabilizer fins location marked Fin on each side of hull as they are protected by sharp kelp cutters Please take note of any equipment issue or maintenance need large or small and report them to NW Explorations NWE before getting underway or on your return NWE can t address them if they don t know about them Most I mportant Enjoy this spectacular vessel and the beautiful cruising grounds of the Pacific Northwest I mportant Notice This Opera
4. This switch is not a breaker When the switch is thrown the macerator will begin overboard discharge When the tank is empty the monitor light shows green shut off the macerator pump If you forget it is okay for the pump to run dry for a short period but please pay attention and secure the macerator when it has done its job There is a kitchen timer in one of the miscellaneous equipment drawers we call them crap drawers for reasons unrelated to the holding tank on the starboard side of the pilothouse The macerator will empty the holding tank at a rate of about 5 minutes a segment Try setting the timer to 10 minutes as a reminder e g if at yellow N Where you are prohibited from pumping waste overboard for example in a number of coves in Desolation Sound and the Discovery Islands and in much of the Salish Sea San Juans and Canadian Gulf Islands you should arrange for a dockside pump out The pump out deck fitting is on the starboard side of the Portuguese Bridge I mportant Note next page 19 The default setting for the macerator seacock is in the open position to facilitate overboard discharge where allowed Before you have the holding tank pumped out dockside you must close the seacock It is located in the forward lower cabinet in the third cabin and is plainly marked FAILURE TO CLOSE THE SEACOCK WHEN GETTING A PUMP OUT MAY DAMAGE THE VALVES IN THE MACERATOR PUMP PLEASE PAY ATTENTION 20 Kabola Diesel Furn
5. bow roller amp swim platform 60 8 LWL 50 9 Beam 16 Draft 5 0 Displacement min 30 8 mt 68 000 Ibs laden 35 4 mt 80 000 Ibs Air Draft VHF antennae up 33 0 down 23 0 Main Engines Twin Cummins 480e TA s n port 46156381 stbd 46156377 Cruise Speed 10 11 kts Fuel consumption at cruise speed 10 0 gph Transmissions Twin Disc MG5075A reduction ratio 2 53 1 Engine Controls Glendinning EEC 3s in three locations PH FB and cockpit Generator 17kW Onan Model MDKAD 5001437 s n 1010279553 Fuel Capacity diesel 655 gallons in two forward tanks Forward Port 385 g Starboard 270 g Total Forward 655 g Note Aft tanks 2X185 g are secured for charter service Do not fill Fresh Water Tanks 300 gallons in four tanks cross connected Black Water Tank 100 gallons 4 Access to Boat Salon Door Primary access is through the salon door using a skeleton like key on a floatie Slide the right hand door to open Pilothouse Wing Doors Flybridge Doors The salon door key will work on the wing doors The companionway to the flybridge is generally locked from the inside with deadbolts Cockpit Lazarette Primary access is through two hatches just aft of the salon door Open the port hatch first A metal drain piece for the hatches may be temporarily removed to allow better access to the lazarette Two other cockpit hatches access storage in the aft of the lazarette Engine Ro
6. for storing whatever Under short banquette cushion food storage drawer facing 1 Cabinet A washing machine pods only one per load Oxyc ean powder big plastic tub for soaking in port aft bench Barbecue equipment is located under the port aft flybridge settee Be sure to store propane canisters there when underway Put rubber band around opened but partially used canisters Other ample storage space is under starboard settee on the flybridge 62 Operating the Washer and Dryer SARAH BROOKS has an Asko 220V AC washer and dryer set behind a sliding door to starboard between the guest head and Third Cabin Note 220V AC must be present either through shore power or usually from the Genset Ensure that both the Washer and Dryer breakers are on at the 220V AC panel It is often convenient to do a load of laundry while underway total time needed for a load about 2 5 hours Doing laundry underway gets the task complete without taking up valuable down time at anchor when you d prefer not to be running the genset The Fresh Water pump must be on DC service panel Use only the All detergent pods which will be supplied and are found in the space next to the drawer under the short banquette cushion in the forward end of the port settee Safety Consideration Ensure that the supply of detergent pods are kept securely stored and out of the reach of children There are both summary and full directions for both units in t
7. the relevant seacock must be closed engine off To open the strainer there is a special tool in the handy tool kit or with the fuel fill tools under the cockpit control station NWE will provide a briefing if necessary at check out Ensure that you fully open the seacock when done before engine start up 24 Getting Underway when on 125 250 50A Shore Power Covers off instruments displays at Pilothouse and Flybridge Power Up At DC Service Panel e Leave Service Select Knob at 1 marked as Leave on 1 e Leave Fwd Bilge Pump ER Bilge Pump Laz Bilge Pump 12V Main Alarm System Toilets and Fresh Water switches on Turn On Wipers Stabilizers Horn you may hear its compressor pressurizing the system Cablemaster Rudder Indicator Autopilot Radar Furuno Plotters Camera ER amp Lazarette LI ghts Furuno GP 33 AIS Tank Gauges Lower VHF Upper VHF Bow Thruster e Protected Breakers Stbd Engine Port Engine to the right of the DC voltmeter At AC Service Panel e 110V select switch will be set to 110V 220V Shore e 220V select switch will be set to 220V Shore e Shore Select Switch be set at Aft 220V or Fwd 220V 25 At 110V A panel turn on or leave on e ER Room Outlets e Salon Outlets e Galley Outlets
8. Launching Using Recovering SARAH BROOKS is equipped with a 12 foot Nautica RIB with a 40 hp Yamaha EFI 4 stroke engine The tender is launched and recovered with a Nautical Structures 24 volt davit The tender may be found with its cover on secured by bungee cords It should have a nearly full internal gas tank The battery and electrical system should have been switched off and the transom drain plug loosened to drain any water that may have accumulated in the bilge Launching Before proceeding e Ensure that the genset is running or the boat is on shore power and e Ensure that the drain plug in the transom is carefully screwed in hand tight This is best done by reaching up from the cockpit If you find the drain plug is in place loosen remove it to drain any accumulated rainwater and re tighten it Also check the bilge below the seat for water and cycle the bilge pump if necessary Remove the cover if necessary and stow it carefully on the flybridge Also secure the bungee cords so that they won t end up over the side Plug in the pistol grip control cable stored in the lower drawer at the far left of the pilothouse You will also find the tender s ignition key there on a white floatie Turn on the davit breaker located next to the anchor windlass breaker towards the bottom of the small electrical panel on the left of the pilothouse If the davit cable is not already connected to the tender s lifting bridle pay out a sma
9. Power only 125V 30A AC Power Available Generator Genset Outback Inverter Fuel Management Fresh Water System Bow Thruster Roll Stabilizer Head System Kabola Diesel Furnace Preparatory to Getting Underway Routine Engine Room Checks Getting Underway When on 125 250V 50A Power Up Start Genset Disconnect Shore Power Navigation System Start Up Energize Roll Stabilizer Electronic Engine Controls Start Main Engines continued Inside Front Cover Overleaf 3 4 NOU 10 12 13 15 16 17 18 20 TABLE OF CONTENTS continued Running Sarah Brooks Underway Tips for Using Navigation System Cruising Speed Engine Instruments Typical Readings Engine Room Checks Underway Pilothouse TV Camera Spending Time at Anchor Anchoring Power Management While at Anchor Tender Launching Using Recovering Safety Equipment Returning to a Marina with 125 250V 50A Power Connecting to Shore Power Only 125V AC 30A Power Available De Power Instruments Power Settings While at Marina Galley Notes and Suggestions What s Where in the Galley and Salon Operating the Washer and Dryer Water Management Audio Visual System Location of Key Equipment by Location 40 40 43 44 47 48 51 62 64 65 67 71 M Y SARAH BROOKS Operating Manual V6 of 3 September 2015 General I nformation Fleming 55 hull 125 2002 USCG Official Number 1127197 Hull No FAL 55125B202 LOA hull 55 8 incl
10. Take a strain on the cable with the davit control and raise the tender so that the red mark near the end weight is just below the end of the crane taking care not to jam it up into the roller Twist the bow of the tender to port and carefully swing the crane out to a right angle to the boat deck and swing the tender until it is facing aft parallel to the boat Passing the painter and other lines to a helper below lower the tender into the water double checking that the drain plug is in Be careful when working outboard of the tender and davit and in particular don t assume that the crane is secured If grabbed it could swing out over the water and leave you hanging With the tender in the water lower the cable to unhook the bridle and raise the cable back up and connect it to the deck pad eye and take a slight strain on it to the secure the crane in the up position Turn on the tender s battery switch is behind the access panel on the port side of the console Using the switch on the end of the throttle lower the engine fully The tender is now ready for use continued 50 Tender Launching Using Recovering continued Note that the tender is equipped with a VHF radio electric bilge pump fuel gauge anchor and a boarding ladder stowed under the seat The manual bilge pump switch should be set to off bottom position If needed double check to see that it is off when done it is quiet Under the seat will b
11. Toss the contents from the container when underway and in deep water Much of this can be put in the disposal but that affects the fresh water supply which should be conserved 60 WHAT S WHERE OR SHOULD BE IN THE GALLEY AND ADJ ACENT SPACE Top galley drawer silverware most used kitchen tools knife sharpeners Sharp knives in the very back Bottom galley drawer non sharp kitchen tools except the ice pick which has a cork on it plus baggie of twist ties and rubber bands Above big blue counter dumbwaiter to flybridge on left china mugs various everyday cups small bowls funnels Under big blue counter coffee makers blender mini Cuisinart mixer thermos water only carafe coffee grinder Under sink cleaning products dishwasher soap folding dish drainer hook for dishtowels Left of cook top paper towels sliding door to plastic food storage containers Behind cook top access carefully if cook top is hot i e plan ahead stacking plastic bowls with and without tops racks for convection oven measuring cups some serving plates small salad bowl Cabinet right of cook top S amp P vinegars oils etc Cabinet left of microwave convection oven potholders and mitts felted and silicone trivets fiddles for stove Big box with jars of spices and herbs a few extracts Narrow cabinet over micro conv plastic wrap tin foil parchment paper wax paper zip locks Please feel free to replenish supply if you us
12. by pushing the small button at the lower right hand corner of each meter It is a good idea to check for sufficient voltage every time you change the source of AC power Use this button on the meters also to cycle through the meter options including the amperage draw on each side I mportant Notes Do not run the genset for long with no load At start up the red Raw Water LED will momentarily light up as the impeller first starts to supply raw water to the genset This should shortly go out The genset has an internal high temp cut off sensor which can shut down the engine and is separate from the Raw Water sensor but without raw water at start up the impeller may be damaged before the engine shuts itself down Therefore if the Raw Water LED remains brightly lit shut down the engine and investigate check sea strainer for clogging etc If the light remains lit on start up and investigation shows the water exhaust has good flow with no evidence of overheating there may be a problem with the flow sensor for the alarm In this case if necessary 11 Generator Genset continued you could ignore the red light and monitor engine temperature at the unit but you should seek the advice of a professional at the earliest opportunity The genset has a red emergency on off switch and another breaker switch on its control box in the ER The normal setting for both is on The switches are subject to elbow bumps which can tur
13. cycle heating system Carbon Monoxide CO or Smoke Condition SARAH BROOKS is equipped with First Alert combination carbon monoxide smoke detectors in the salon and in the companionway to the accommodation spaces They are connected wirelessly and if one is triggered both will sound off with a loud warning Exit the interior of the boat immediately and if it can be safely done secure the Kabola system any engine that may be running or other source of either condition 22 Prepatory to Getting Underway Routine Engine Room Checks Note There are noise attenuators Mickey Mouse Ears located on hooks on the bulkhead to the left of the engine room door Use these to protect your hearing while working in the engine room with any engine running Before going to the engine room turn on the lights at the AC and DC panels take a few sheets of paper toweling and one of the yellow and black flashlights in the handy tool kit at the entrance to the ER or in the battery spares drawer to the left of the wine cooler Check engine oil and coolant levels on all three engines every 10 hours of running time with the engines cool Besides the time interval mentioned above it is probably a good idea to poke your head in the engine room every other day or so while cruising just to take a look around for anything out of the ordinary unusual stains on the engine diapers drips signs of high water in the bilge unusual odors particularly of t
14. e Anchoring equipment wash down hose anchor chain depth code Bow deck locker e two sausage fenders with fender hooks access to chain locker Pilothouse Top Drawer to Port e Keys of all sorts well marked e Fleming Handbook e Shirt cardboard to make Canadian clearance signs Lower Drawer e Nikon Binoculars Zeiss Binoculars Tender Ignition Key on White Floatie Windlass Control Cord Davit Control Cord Cardboard Tube to read LED electrical panel lights in bright sunshine Far Left Drop Down access Panel e Anchor chain guide for helmsman doesn t show 75 chain add 7 2014 see Anchoring on page 41 for details File Drawer Under PH Settee e Equipment operating manuals and other ship s papers excluding galley equipment manuals in Salon Ensure file cabinet is secured in heavy head seas Pilothouse Bookcase e Waggoners other guide books e CHO Tides and Currents St of Juan de Fuca and Georgia with up to date code book e Ports and Passes key reference for hitting slack water in Canadian passes e Planning Maps 68 Pilothouse continued Top Drawer Chart Table e Dedicated Toshiba Computer for Nobeltec Trident System e Pens pencils micro cloth glass cleaner misc other 2 Drawer Chart Table e Miscellaneous Navigation supplies Nautical slide rule dividers etc USCG Rule book U S Charts and Chart Kit 3 Drawer Chart Table e Canadian Charts Gulf Islands and Desolation Sound Chart
15. easy relative bearing line as a target advances to help eyeball the target s CPA helpful if it isn t broadcasting AIS As noted above the North Up setting must be selected to provide useful echo trail information as the boat s heading will be shifting and will change the relative position of the target if in Heading or Course Up mode Wind Depth Boat Speed Use of the other navigation instruments should be intuitive The B and G displays can be manipulated to provide a wide array of data including True and Apparent Wind speed and angle Depth in feet etc Notes e The B amp G depth display is calibrated to show water depth not depth below the keel SARAH BROOKS draft is 5 feet i e if the depth display shows 5 feet you are likely to feel a bump e Periodically you will notice a sudden very shallow depth reading 4 10 feet when you know the depth is much greater This is a random occurrence which may occur when maneuvering to a dock backing and in areas where the water depths are very deep a common occurrence in the PNW The depth transducer may be getting a false reading from prop wash fish or maybe a whale or simply not be strong enough to read great depths Use common sense and trust your instincts and the chart 38 Cruising Speed Once clear of the harbor as the engines warm up come up to cruising speed Like all Fleming 55s SARAH BROOKS is set up to cruise at 10 11 kts indicated This is r
16. for cooking anything that takes more than 20 minutes or so Check early for doneness The round metal racks located behind the cooktop must be used for adequate air circulation They can be stacked to accommodate two layers The turntable can be turned off see settings on front of door if the baking dishes are too big for it to rotate during cooking There is a round flat metal pan that fits the racks and the dishwasher which works for cookies pizzas and a metal paddle with a rounded handle that is good for transferring pies pizzas and anything in the silicone baking containers 58 KENYON COOKTOP Have 50A shore power present or run the genset Turn on the breaker on the 220V AC panel Directions for using the three burner beveled edge ceramic cooktop are on pp 11 amp 12 of the Kenyon Users Guide Note specific surface cleaning instructions Appropriate cleaning liquid is provided under the sink For cooking when the seas are rough there are fiddles in a white bag on the top left shelf of the cupboard to the left of the microwave REFRIGERATOR Note The mechanism for delivering ice and water through the freezer door does not work and cannot be replaced The icemaker inside the freezer section works very well Ensure that the Fresh Water breaker on the DC panel is on Put the wire bale at the back of the unit down to start ice making When the bin is full return the bale to the up position DI SHWASHER Turn o
17. it is in proper position enabling the hatch to be fully closed and sealed Check interior and turn off lights lock salon door key to marina office or other safe place 57 GALLEY NOTES AND SUGGESTIONS Manuals for almost all of the appliances are in a big translucent plastic file in the second cabinet to the right from the refrigerator MI CROWAVE CONVECTION OVEN Turn on Microwave breaker at 110 V A section of the AC service panel I mportant Note Although the microwave may be run for short periods of time warming a cup of coffee by AC power from the inverter the convection oven cannot Either have shore power present or run a genset for any meaningful cooking or extended use of the microwave as they draw heavily on the House bank Note Every time the electrical source is interrupted the microwave clock needs to be reset before the microwave or convection oven will work Press CLEAR CLOCK insert current time then CLOCK as labeled on the unit The microwave works like most Set time then power level required then Start Do not use anything metallic when microwaving Both sets of round plastic bowls with and without lids are microwave safe The convection oven is more complicated for someone who is not used to using one The very helpful manual explains the how tos of many options with specific directions for specific foods Convection ovens bake like standard ovens but a slightly lower temperature is recommended
18. main engine alternators if it isn t At anchor without AC power from the genset the House Bank will slowly discharge Therefore while cruising away from shore power in SARAH BROOKS it is very important to stay aware of the state of charge of the House Bank The House Bank state of charge SOC is monitored at the pilothouse with DC voltage level and or data from the continuously scrolling pages on the Outback MATE display just above the AC service panel continued 45 Power Management While at Anchor continued MATE Scrolling Display First Page Provides an E to F graphic presentation State of Charge SOC in percent and whether the House Bank is charging or discharging Second Page DC NOW provides DC voltage levels SOC in percent and Amps in charging or Amps out discharging in real time Third Page DC TODAY since midnight provides the minimum SOC during the day and cumulative Amps In Out Fourth Page FX TOTAL monitors multiple systems may be ignored Fifth Page DC BAT provides voltage level SOC in percent and the net AH below 900 AH full charge This is a useful page to monitor along with first page as it indicates precisely the cumulative AH that has been consumed see below Understanding the MATE Data SOC in percent The House Bank is rated at 900 AH 24V DC when fully charged but only 50 of that 450 AH is available to power DC circuits and the inverter This means that t
19. port bow roller Foldable Roller Box for groceries Round fenders Magma BBQ usually mounted on the Boat Deck for charter service Orange Box with Soft Plugs for damage control just behind entrance to ER 71 Master Cabin First Aid Kit with Mouth to Mouth device Under deck access to macerator toilet system bow tap salt fresh water supply plumbing do not change settings without instructions Porthole screens below port side closet some may be in portholes VI P Fluxgate compass for autopilot under corner of the bed NO METAL WITHIN 3 FEET Third Cabin Access to macerator overboard seacock in forward lower cabinet seacock to right
20. so you only need to be in gear for short intervals maybe a two count at a time Fenders Alongside a float there will be three ball fenders one large at the cockpit a small one amidships and a large one just aft of the start of the side rub strake Each has a fender hook that will not hurt the teak and makes it easy to move them from one side of the boat to the other as they will already be at the correct height just off the water These fenders are all that is needed for cruising where floating docks are common such as in the PNW If other fenders are needed sausage fenders and fender hooks will be found in the Portuguese Bridge lockers in a deck locker behind the windlass or under the aft cockpit hatches Docklines There are eight white braided docklines four 50 ends whipped in blue and four 35 ends whipped in red They will be deployed found stowed in the port Portuguese Bridge locker or be found made up and hanging on the hand rail below the pilothouse windows or on the sides of the cockpit ladder This allows for a bow and a stern line and two springs on both sides of the boat For more leverage at the stern consider using a 50 line run from the float to the outboard transom chock at an angle that provides a fairlead and doesn t impinge on the staple on the swim platform or on the transom itself 32 Running SARAH BROOKS Underway Important Note The most important task in running a
21. top of the sight glass Water Pressure There are two fresh water pumps outboard aft of the port main engine energized by the Fresh Water breaker on the DC panel The system will be set to Pump 2 an on demand Excalibur pump on the right looks like a black football If Pump 2 fails to work there will likely be a lighted alarm LED visible on the end of the unit Try pressing the re set button located near the indicator lights If this fails to work switch to the back up Paragon Senior pump on the left by turning the clearly marked valves to Pump 1 and selecting Pump 1 at the control knob above and outboard of the pumps Water Conservation SARAH BROOKS has several systems that share the 300 gallon fresh water supply including the Headhunter toilets the sinks and showers cockpit sink and shower the dishwasher and the clothes washer uses approximately 10 gallons wash load Therefore water management is important particularly in more remote areas such as B C s Broughton Archipelago where good clear fresh water may be hard to find If you take a multi week charter that includes the Broughtons discuss fresh water options with the NWE check out captain Charterers and guests will want to be conservation minded taking steps such as Navy showers care if hand rinsing dishes using the saltwater wash down pump to clean mud off the anchor and chain and thinking ahead to top up whenever the opportunity p
22. 0V from 220V Shore or the generator Port Gen The inverter does not supply 220 V AC The Shore Select switch is used to select where shore power to the boat will be connected most conveniently aft AFT 220V through a Cablemaster unit see below continued 7 Electrical System continued The 110V AC section is in turn divided between 110 A for circuits that can be supplied by the inverter without shore or generator power and 110 B for 110V circuits that require either shore or generator power The 220V AC section is used to power high load circuits such as the washer dryer cook top and water heater On the right of the 220V panel are breakers under 220V Aircon for the reverse cycle heating air conditioning system Like the 110V B panel the two 220V circuits require either 125 250V 50A AC shore or generator power Certain circuit breakers on the 110V and 220V panels should be left on These include ERoom Outlets Salon Outlets Salon Lights Computer Refrigerator 2 a Amana PHFB Outlets 12V Charger 24V Charger and Inverter Others such as Refrigerator 1 wine cooler may be turned on as needed Note ER amp Lazarette Lights on the DC panel should be turned on when the ER is monitored underway by the pilothouse camera and or when working in the ER The breaker should otherwise be left off For additional light to work
23. 10V Select and 220 V select switches to Port Gen see Generator Genset below When done return both 110V and 220V select switches to 110V 220V Shore and 220V Shore respectively and secure the Genset It is not necessary to disconnect the 125V 30A connection while doing this 10 Generator Genset SARAH BROOKS has an Onan 17kW 70A 250V AC 1800 RPM generator mounted in the engine room aft of the port main engine The genset pulls fuel from the port forward fuel tank This setting should not be changed Starting the Genset The unit is controlled from the panel on the far port side of the pilothouse Note The genset panel shows markings and a starting switch for a Stbd Genset Ignore these as there is no longer a second generator installed To start if the engine is cold toggle the start stop pre heat switch on the left down for a five count to pre heat then push it up to start until the green run LED light stays on then release With the genset running with no alarms move the 110V select and 220V select knobs at the AC service panel to Port Gen If done sharply and simultaneously you may achieve a seamless transfer of power Check the 110V and 220V meters for sufficient voltage and also check to see if there is flow out of the water exhaust to port just forward of the cockpit Note When changing sources of AC power the meters on the AC panel may beep and flash Clear this
24. 2 e PHFB Outlets e Dishwasher if use is planned underway e Salon Lights e Master Outlets e Guest Outlets e Computer e Microwave e Refrigerator 1 salon wine cooler as needed e Refrigerator 2 Amana refrigerator freezer At 110V B Panel 12V Charger 24V Charger and Inverter switches should be on LEAVE ON Turn on Compactor Disposer as necessary Do not turn on Engine Heater or Transfer Pump At 220V Panel Cooktop and Water Heater may be on Leave them on as desired Washer and Dryer may be turned on as needed At 220V Aircon Panel Generally off in the PNW Turn on or leave on if heat or aircon is needed underway 110V B 220V and 220V Aircon circuits all require 220V to be present either through the genset or shore power 110V A circuits may be powered by the inverter genset or shore power 26 Start Genset Disconnect Shore Power See Genset starting instructions under Generator Genset see page 10 With the genset running at the AC service panel turn 110V and 220V select switches simultaneously to Port Gen If done smartly you may achieve a seamless transfer of power Otherwise one or both meters will self check and begin blinking see note below Check 110V and 220V meters for adequate voltage Note When you switch AC sources clear the AC meters if they blink by pressing t
25. Kits and related reference maps book of abbreviations etc 4th Drawer Chart Table e Electrical spares and fasteners spare Bennett Trim rockers spare ballast for ER AC fluorescent lights Bottom Drawer Chart Table e Misc flags and related spares owner stock Starboard Drawers Below Sat Phone Sat phone not connected e Two crap miscellaneous but useful stuff drawers Explore If you need something it is probably there e Cabinet with parts chargers etc for spot light handheld VHF PH instrument covers Pilothouse Closet 1mm candlepower spot light Light vacuum battery powered on charger look for blue light Dustbuster on charger look for red light may also be found in the third cabin Fly swatters Generic spare burgee bow staff for those who wish to fly yacht club or personal burgees Needs a pair of pliers to change out Spare bolts in a plastic container in one of the crap drawers Salon See What s Where or Should Be in Galley and Adjacent Space above 69 Flybridge Cooler with drain on non skid mat spare tender gasoline white receptacle for recycling propane tank for crabpot cooker Starboard Settee e storage space and Type PFDs e dry food drinks other storage e crabpot cooker propane tank under the tender Port Settee e 6Type Adult PFDs e BBQ equipment e Coleman Propane Bottles for BBQ Note store only here settee is vented and up high Put rubber band around partially fu
26. ace SARAH BROOKS has a Kabola HR 400 diesel furnace that provides heat and hot water The Kabola does not need shore or generator power It is powered by 230 V AC power created by a dedicated inverter from 24V DC drawn from the House Bank While operating the furnace burns about 1 4 gallon of diesel fuel hour from the starboard forward fuel tank The Kabola is an hydronic system which heats and circulates a glycol based solution throughout the boat Heat in each space is provided by thermostatically controlled mini air handlers so that the master stateroom can call for heat even if none is needed in the other cabins or elsewhere in the boat Operating the Furnace Controls are in the pilothouse Energize the system by turning on the Furnace breaker on the DC service panel Then at the aft pilothouse bulkhead turn the Kabola Heat switch to on and if you want heat as well as hot water select winter mode on the bulkhead There are separate thermostats controls in the salon galley pilothouse master cabin VIP and third cabin To operate turn the control to heat and set the temperature as desired You may find that the salon galley will warm up nicely even with its thermostat set low and not calling for heat from the heat exchanger simply because of the warm glycol circulating below the cabin sole and to the water heater As the glycol warms up and the system is ready the air handlers will cycle on to bring the space up to t
27. agement see Power Management at Anchor page 44 12 Outback I nverter SARAH BROOKS is equipped with a 3 500 watt Outback pure sine wave inverter charger With external power present via shore power or by running the genset the Outback will charge the House Bank With no external power present the Outback will create 110 125V AC power by drawing on the House Bank to supply circuits on the 110V A section of the AC service panel The Outback is monitored and controlled from the pilothouse using a remote display located just above the AC service panel to the left of the helm In Outback parlance this is known as the MATE In normal operation the MATE is simply a monitor with LEDs showing whether there is AC power present the LED above AC In will be lit or whether the inverter is creating AC power from the House Bank LED above Inv will be lit The MATE is set to provide a continuous scroll of five data pages showing the State of Charge SOC in percent current DC voltage levels Amp hours AH in and out and cumulative AH used while the inverter is working This will provide all the data needed to monitor the House Bank and the inverting charging process No user adjustments are required for the MATE in normal service More detail on use of the MATE and the Outback will provided in the section Power Management While at Anchor see page 44 13 Fuel Management SARAH BROOKS has a total diesel fuel capacity of 1025
28. astic expansion tanks forward of the engines near the Racor primary fuel filters If the level is at or close to the black line marked on each tank no action is necessary If you must top up the coolant there is an adequate supply of Cummins pre mixed 50 50 ES Compleat coolant in the lazarette or possibly forward in the ER Unscrew or snap off the top of the expansion tank the coolant is not under pressure and carefully pour in the ES Compleat undiluted to bring the level up to or slightly above the mark Generally the coolant levels stay very close to the cold mark If an engine needs constant topping up this could be a sign of a serious problem and should be brought the attention of NWE Genset Checks The genset is checked the same way except that the oil dipstick is hidden behind an access hatch in the sound box surrounding the genset Carefully unlatch and take off the inboard access covers and you will be able to see the dipstick To get better access to the dipstick gently move the hose blocking access to it by swinging the hose out from behind the sound cover If necessary fill with the same SAE 15 40W oil as the main engines stored in the lazarette Check the coolant levels on the expansion tanks relative to the black mark on the tank and top up if necessary with green pre mixed 50 50 ES Compleat coolant from the lazarette Raw Water Strainers Check periodically for eel grass or other debris To clear the strainer
29. at charter s end This may be slightly less than the full reading on the Computank gauge continued 14 Fuel Management continued The forward tank deck fills are clearly marked just aft of the steps on either side of the salon Tools for opening the fills are in the starboard cockpit cupboard under the cockpit control station along with diapers to avoid spills on deck The fill pipe is close to and directly over each tank so with careful monitoring of the Computank gauge or sight gauges during the fill process fueling without spills is easy Use the gauge s menu button see below to select Tank 1 port forward or Tank 2 starboard forward so the gauge doesn t scroll through all tanks A crew member can then watch the fuel level and shrinking To Fill data on the selected tank 1 Port Fwd or 2 Stbd Fwd switch to the ER sight gauges near full and advise the person at the nozzle when each tank is at the NWE full mark Selecting One Tank At A Time on the Computank Gauge Press Yes Menu Prompt Select Tank Press Yes Menu Displays 0 all Press No once to select Tank 1 twice to select Tank 2 Confirm choice by pressing Yes Menu Repeat process to select the other tank once the selected tank shows full Repeat Process and confirm 0 all to return to scrolling when fueling is done Data Records After each fueling keep a record of 1 the amount needed to fill each
30. choring continued Weighing anchor Connect the washdown hose stowed in the starboard bow locker to the saltwater tap and turn on Salt Water Pump on the DC panel Start the genset move the 110V select and 220V select knobs to Port Gen and start the main engines Connect the windlass control switch loosen the windlass brake and raise enough chain to gain access to the chain hook with a boat hook Shake or tap the chain hook free and stow it If the hook resists being detached from the chain raise it further and carefully free it by hand Always keep at least one of the bridle lines cleated while doing this Using the main engines in short bursts advance on the chain turning left or right with the engines as guided by the bow hand so that the windlass can easily raise the chain Never pull the boat forward using the windlass Use the salt water wash down to clean the chain as it comes up and then the anchor A boat hook may be needed to loosen mud on the anchor flukes The Ultra anchor will position itself automatically and miraculously on the bow roller just as advertised Carefully pull it into place with the windlass taking care not to jam it home When set in place on its cradle fit the chain stopper on a chain link and tie it snugly to the cleat on the windlass stow all tools and kill the windlass breaker in the pilothouse 44 Power Management While at Anchor Managing the electrical system to ensure there is suf
31. ction oven all at the same time It is possible to trip a 50A shore breaker or even the breaker on the genset rated at 70A see Generator below Only One 30A Outlet Available If using the Hubbell combiner is not possible connect the 125V 30A AC power cord in the lazarette to either the bow 50A receptacle or the stern 50A Cablemaster power cord using the 30A to 50A adapter attached to the 30A cord Before securing the genset or switching from the inverter Inv connect the 30A cord to a 125V 30A dock outlet with its switch off if possible Then turn the Shore Select switch to FWD 220V or AFT 220V not 110V as appropriate and turn on the power at the dock With relevant LEDs lit showing shore power to the boat switch the 110V Select switch from either Port Gen or Inv to 110V 220V Shore and secure the genset if running This arrangement will supply both the 110V A and 110V B sections of the AC panel providing power for all three DC chargers the refrigerator freezer 110V outlets and lights and the computer etc This should allow you to stay at a marina with only 30A power without using the genset or the inverter and while charging all batteries but it will not supply power for the 220V circuits If you wish to use the 220V cooktop convection oven washer dryer water heater etc while plugged into 125V 30A power as above you will need to start the generator and select it for all power needs by turning both the 1
32. d remain off cv as it is powered on the AC service panel Refrigerator 1 Ensure that ER Fwd and Laz bilge pump breakers are on and that bilge pump rocker switches at gensets panel are at Auto Ensure that Alarm System breaker is on On AC Service Panel 110V A Panel e Select circuits as needed but ensure that Refrigerator 2 Amana Refrigerator 1 if using the wine cooler Computer Engine Room Outlets and Salon Outlets breakers are on Note that the only 110V lights on the boat are the wall sconces throughout the table lamp in the salon and the AC engine room lights 110V B Panel e Select service as needed but ensure that 12V Charger 24V Charger and Inverter switches are on 220V and 220V Aircon Panels e Select Service as needed start genset if on 125V 30A power see p 9 56 Returning to a Marina with 125 250 50A Shore Power continued Before Leaving Boat for an extended period Turn off Kabola furnace Cover all instruments with their plastic covers found in the pilothouse locker aft of the starboard wing door re cover flybridge instrument panel and secure carefully All engine controls to neutral keys in ignition Lock pilothouse wing doors Lock Flybridge access from inside with deadbolts Slide overhead hatch all the way aft secure with deadbolts Note the rubber insulation strip at the hatch may be loose Ensure
33. e a foot pump and hose for topping up the pontoons and a dry bag with equipment required by NWE There is a flashlight in the compartment on the aft end of the center console at the deck Be sure to take a sufficient number of the blue and yellow Type III vests found in each cabin Raising and Stowing the Tender Bring the tender alongside and facing aft Again with the genset running or on shore power unhook the davit cable from the deck pad eye and lower it to the bridle again checking for a fairlead after taking a strain on the bridle Raise the engine fully and turn off the radio bilge pump and battery switch Raise the tender so that the red mark above the end weight is just below the roller as before and carefully swing the tender around over its chocks Lower the tender to the chocks lining up marks on the boat with the after chock and red tape on the nearby stanchions This will ensure the tender is properly positioned fore and aft Secure the bow tie down cables replace and tighten the aft tie down straps Remove the control cable replace the cap on the crane stow it in the pilothouse and turn off the davit breaker when done Remember to open the transom plug to drain any accumulated water Leave it open Spare plugs are in the tender dry bag and or in the pilothouse crap drawer During the cruise it is okay to leave the crane connected to the bridle to make it easier to launch the next time but disconnect it if you w
34. e it up Cabinet to right of micro conv sugars coffee filters coffee tea bags Cabinet below cook top pots pans bakeware sieves colander etc Under bottom two steps leading to pilot house EMPTY for food storage Top locker right of stairs to pilot house toaster amp ots of food storage 61 Middle drawer right of stairs dinner amp salad plates cereal soup bowls Bottom drawer right of stairs dish rags and cloths Narrow cabinet over refrigerator placemats and napkins saved grocery store bags 1 cabinet right of refrigerator folding cooler garbage Broan trash compacter and paper bags on top crap boxes on bottom i e miscellaneous tape fasteners glue velcro other stuff that is nice to have around 2 cabinet right manuals for appliances large and small in translucent binder possibly West Marine and Defender catalogues 3 cabinet right EMPTY for stowing whatever 4th cabinet with double doors wine and drinks classes 5 cabinet Audio Visual System Drinks locker bottle storage corkscrews jigger can opener cocktail napkins ice bucket tiny Nantucket basket tea light holders and tea lights Middle drawer under drinks locker batteries and related items Bottom drawer under drinks locker Scrabble cribbage playing cards iron small ironing pad Under long banquette cushion easier for 2 pp to pull out the cushion or move the table stretch both arms out and pull EMPTY
35. e red toggle switches on each box They control power to the box and also enable the Glendinning engine controls Ensure both red switches are in the up on position With the TAKE light flashing press and release TAKE to take command at the pilothouse controls With ignition keys turned allow the system to finish a short self test apparent on each display then start both engines check for 650 RPM oil pressure psi in the 70 s when cold no alarms If desired select WARM after engine start as outlined above When ready to use the engines press and release the WARM button once to gain full control of the engines The boat should be ready to get underway Choose which helm station to use to maneuver out of slip usually the flybridge Take control at the chosen helm as outlined above Thoughtfully take in docklines wait for everyone aboard response Place rudders amidships the rudders will be of no use until maneuvering is done Maneuver with main engines only and sparing use of the bow thruster until clear of slip and marina Once clear of the marina press Active on stabilizer control unit 31 Note It is important that engine controls are in neutral when switching helm locations to avoid an unexpected surge in the boat s movement Do not go straight from being in gear in either direction without momentarily stopping at neutral Let the boat s momentum work for you and anticipate
36. eached at an RPM of 1480 to 1500 Often there will be no discernible change in speed at 1480 vs 1500 RPM but the fuel burn drops meaningfully This is an efficient optimal speed The engines burn about 5 gph each total 10gph You should cruise at this speed or perhaps in a range of 8 10 kts indicated This of course means that with foul or fair current SOG could be higher or lower than indicated boat speed It is somewhat futile to increase RPM incrementally to maintain an SOG of 10 kts with a foul current Significant changes in RPM above 1500 will net a very small increase in SOG but increase the fuel burn substantially It is possible to reach a boat speed of 17 kts High Cruise but not in incremental steps If it is absolutely necessary to do this getting out ahead of bad weather etc set the RPM at 2420 and lower the trim tabs fully You will need to turn on Trim Tabs and Trimdicators on the DC panel as they are used so rarely Do not bother with interim settings on the trim tabs After a bit the bow will come down and the boat will reach 17 18 kts indicated This is very inefficient with fuel burn increasing to 45 50 gph Do not choose High Cruise as your cruising speed even if you are indifferent to the fuel cost Hitting a deadhead or a rock at this speed ina 80 000 Ib boat will really ruin your day NWE s and the owners Engine Instruments Typical Readings The ECM displays for the ma
37. estart Navigation see AP22 Autopilot p 36 Tide Graphs When preparing to anchor etc access a local tide graph by right clicking on the chart to select Tide Graph This is very handy for determining tidal depth ranges and desired scope while anchoring Scrolling the Chart Changing Scale You will never need to access use the keyboard on the computer Learn to point click and hold the mouse to use the cursor to scroll and drag the chart around Use the roller on the mouse to change scale To center the boat continued 34 Tips for Using the Navigation System continued on the chart go to the toolbar on the left of the chart and click on the top tool which centers the vessel icon on the chart Ribbons Bar Point and click on icons on the ribbons bar at the top of the chart to select Chart Orientation default is North Up and the type of chart SARAH BROOKS has both Vector and Raster charts for the entire cruising ground both US and Canada Use the chart icon on the ribbons bar to select vector or raster charts see p 9 of the Nobeltec Manual Vector charts provide better clarity and zooming but Raster NOAA CHO charts can also be helpful AIS SARAH BROOKS has AIS B installed On the Nobeltec Trident you will be able to see icons showing position COG and speed of AlS equipped vessels around you and they will see the same data from SARAH BROOKS on their displays This is particularly helpful in crossing s
38. et by default in the forward position Trident GP 33 If necessary it can be switched to the aft position Furuno if the primary system fails but otherwise should not be touched 36 AP 22 Autopilot Press STBY PWR once to turn the unit on It will start in S standby mode showing ship s heading This is a useful electronic compass and is much more accurate than the boat s magnetic compasses Once you have decided on a course eyeball cursor bearing or course to steer CTS to a waypoint select Auto An A will appear with the course you have selected and you can change course by turning the knob left or right in moderate increments To manually steer for example to avoid logs or crab pots etc you must press STBY Turning the wheel in A mode will do nothing Nav N Mode When a waypoint is selected in either the Trident or Furuno systems you can press Nav to have the selected system direct the autopilot best used on long legs say in open water as the system corrects slowly against cross track error In N mode the unit will first advise how much of a course correction is needed to follow the track line Under 5 degrees press N again and the boat will follow the course line as the autopilot manages cross track error If the course correction is too great press S and manually turn the boat to the CTS You may also have to restart the route With the Triden
39. ficient power available is one of the most important tasks while cruising Everything depends on the right kind and amount of power from the navigation system to cooking to lighting to flushing toilets to using fresh water and to being entertained once you ve had your shower and settled down with a cool one at anchor in quiet miles from the nearest shore power cord Having carefully anchored with the windlass secured and shut down secure the main engines with the red kill buttons turn off the keys Switching to the Inverter for AC Power When desired secure the genset see p 11 and switch to the inverter for AC power by turning the 110V Select knob on the AC service panel from Port Gen to Inv The inverter will begin creating 110V AC power from the House Bank This will supply power to the 110 A circuits such as Refrigerator 2 Amana microwave short uses 110V outlets computer wall sconces and the table lamp in the salon and pilothouse but not to the 110V B or 220V circuits Aah Peace and Quiet Monitoring the House Bank The House Bank is the source of 24 DC power to run the inverter and serve the 110A AC circuits It also provides 24V and 12V via a converter power for a wide variety of other circuits for lighting navigation radios bilge pumps toilets fresh water stereo SAT TV etc The House Bank is charged when underway by the Outback inverter charger if the genset is running or by the
40. ful fast to call up information set and adjust waypoints etc There is a bound Operator s Manual available at the chart table which you should review It is a comprehensive manual Some functionality described such as radar overlay is not active on the Trident screen on SARAH BROOKS When Trident is booted up you should see a chart with two boxes of data displayed Along the right margin is the Navigation Pane accessed if it doesn t appear by clicking on Navigation on the right margin This shows tide state current bearing to waypoint if selected COG SOG distance to waypoint time to go to waypoint and ship s position and is a critical asset for using the Trident system Also on display is the Cursor Information box When you use the mouse to move the cursor a white glove icon for some reason you can see bearing and range to the cursor This is handy for getting a quick course to steer manually and for orienting yourself in unfamiliar harbors etc Waypoints It is okay to pilot the boat by setting an active waypoint and then adjusting it or replacing it as necessary rather than using a route Simply run the cursor to the desired waypoint position right click and select Go To To deactivate a waypoint right click on the track line to it and select End Navigation In Nav N mode on the autopilot if you get off track to a waypoint perhaps while avoiding driftwood right click the track and left click R
41. gallons in four tanks with 655 gallons available for charter service Port Starboard Total Forward 385 g 270g 655g Aft 185 g 185 g 370 g Note empty secured for charter service Total 1 025 g Important Note For coastal cruising and charter service only the forward tanks are used The fuel management system is set so that the port main engine draws from the port forward tank and starboard main engine draws from the starboard forward tank The aft tanks are empty Do not fill them or attempt to change any setting on the fuel management panel located at the forward end of the engine room Fuel Consumption At cruising speed 10 11 kts indicated fuel consumption with the genset running is about 5 gph a side for a total of about 10 gph When using only the forward fuel tanks this means that the effective capacity and range depends on the capacity of the smaller starboard forward tank 270 gallons With a 25 gallon reserve starboard tank there will be almost 50 hours of run time before you need to refuel That should be more than sufficient for a week s charter provided the boat is cruised at the optimal cruising speed of 10 11 kts Filling Fuel Tanks All tanks have sight glasses to measure fuel levels There is also a Computank electronic tank gauge port side of PH above the Outback MATE display so that fuel levels may be monitored from the pilothouse NWE will have marked each sight glass to show full when topping up
42. ge 8 Ensure all bilge pumps switches on the genset panel remain at Auto De Power I nstruments Roll Stabilizers press and hold Center button to shut down Nobeltec Trident right click on Nobeltec Time Zero icon on lower task bar then left click Close Window Turn off Toshiba laptop left click Windows logo on far left of lower task bar and select Shutdown Press hold power on GP 33 and the autopilot to power each off Furuno Navnet Units press and hold Power Brill button on each unit to power off Furuno Radar power off by simultaneously pressing and holding Power and Standby TX buttons At DC Service Panel Turn Off Protected Breakers Stbd Engine Port Engine ER amp Laz Lights Nav Lights if used Wipers Stabilizers Horn Rudder Indicator Autopilot Radar Furuno Plotters Fishfinder Camera continued 55 Returning to a Marina with 125 250 50A Shore Power continued Furuno GP 33 AIS Tank Gauges Instrument Lower VHF Upper VHF Bow Thruster Power Settings While at Marina On DC Service Panel After securing circuits used to run the boat as above select DC service as needed such as Master Stateroom Salon Lights port an starboard Toilets Fresh Water Pump Furnace etc Salon Refrigerator shoul
43. glow red Load wet clothes close door firmly Set temp high or low thermometer graphic Set timer default 60 minutes high temp e Press start stop button Particularly with the dryer keep the sliding door open for ventilation by sliding the stopper on the bottom edge of the door down when using the washer dryer set 64 WATER MANAGEMENT 300 sounds like a lot of gallons especially to sailors and many if not most marinas in the NWE cruising grounds have good water available but remember that not all will and conserve accordingly Here are some suggestions Scrape but do not rinse dishes before putting them in the dishwasher and do use the dishwasher as it is very water efficient Take Navy showers Turn on water and get yourself wet Turn off water and lather up Turn on water and rinse The warmth of the water you have chosen will still be there Up to a point remember the old adage If it s yellow let it mellow etc The Headhunter toilets use up to one gallon per flush If you are planning a cruise beyond Desolation Sound most likely to the Broughton Archipelago clean water is particularly hard to find Discuss water options with your NWE check out captain Some PNW anchorages are quite muddy so you can use a lot of water washing the anchor chain as it comes up the anchor and the deck after that Some cruisers feel that fresh water is necessary to clean the anchor chain in order to minimize odors i
44. handheld GPS sun reflecting signal devices emergency space blankets chemical light sticks lung powered signal horn sun cream small First Aid Kit waterproof flashlight with extra batteries Swiss Army knife matches etc It does not have a handheld VHF or water Take the portable VHF from the pilothouse There are small LED flashlights in every cabin large Mag lights in custom brackets in the pilothouse at the accommodation companionway and in the salon and two flashlights certified for use in the ER There is a six person Switlik liferaft which if necessary can deploy automatically A fully stocked Marine First Aid Kit can be found in the Master head SARAH BROOKS is equipped with First Alert combination carbon monoxide smoke detectors in the salon and in the companionway to the accommodation spaces They are connected wirelessly and if one is triggered both will sound off with a loud warning Safety Consideration Do not swim under the boat Take particular care around the stabilizer fins as they are protected by sharp kelp cutters There are FIN markings on both sides of the boat The kelp cutters are just forward of the fins 53 Returning to a Marina with 125 250 50A Shore Power Approaching Marina e Ensure stabilizers are centered in standby by pressing Center Note Entering a slip or dock space try to position the boat so that the power access is no further forward than amidships as the Cablemas
45. he hot electrical variety etc Engine Oil Levels Main Engines On the main engines the oil dipsticks are inboard on each engine Check them with the engines cold as you would the engine on your car taking care not to drip oil on the deck Top up oil only when the level is near the bottom of the cross hatching on the stick Be careful not to overfill There should be a supply of Cummins Specification SAE 15 40W engine oil in the lazarette and possibly a working supply in the engine room proper The fills are at the top of each engine cover and will need an adjustable wrench to open A funnel is available in a box in the lazarette behind the ER access When finished ensure the fill cap is snug but do not over tighten Transmission Fluid The Twin Disc transmission gear takes high grade SAE 40W oil usually Chevron Delo 100 which may be found in the lazarette This will be checked and maintained by NWE For charters over a week you may be asked to check the fluid levels This is done with the transmissions warm and the engines running at idle If the level is low be careful not to overfill plastic fill caps are on top of each transmission above dipstick continued 23 Preparatory to Getting Underway Routine Engine Room Checks continued Coolant Levels Check the coolant levels when you check the oil levels with the engines cold Simply sight the level of the coolant relative to the black line on the translucent pl
46. he button at the lower right hand corner of each meter and double check for adequate voltage Turn off shore power at the dock Retrieve and secure aft 50A cable with the Cablemaster switch stow it carefully and close the cap at the transom or if the forward connection was used retrieve the cable manually and store in the starboard quarter lazarette 27 Navigation System Start Up Nobeltec and Furuno Navnet vx2 The Nobeltec system is powered by a dedicated Toshiba Laptop located in the top drawer of the chart table The laptop is powered by 110V AC which charges the laptop battery Ensure Computer is on at the 110V A panel Note The Toshiba laptop has never been connected to the internet and the only software on it is for the Nobeltec or other PC based navigation systems Do not disconnect any of the connections to it try to connect it to the Internet or use it for any other purpose Ignore x out Norton Anitvirus and Windows updates Always boot up Nobeltec first before the Furuno vx2 or other instruments Turn on the Furuno GP 33 display unit in the left center of the instrument panel by pushing its blue power button once The GP 33 s GPS is dedicated to the Nobeltec system Turn on the laptop lift cover press power button on the upper left once The 20 NEC monitor should come on otherwise push its power button on the lower right of the frame you may have to toggle input selection to see the Windows 7 deskt
47. he SOC percentage cannot be allowed to drop below 50 and in practice the House Bank should be re charged well before reaching that level The E to F graphic on the first scrolling page is a handy way to monitor SOC Cumulative AH Used The DC BAT page shows the cumulative Amp hours AH used during discharge Net AH a precise way of measuring remaining power available For example at an SOC of 75 Net AH will read 225 AH indicating that 50 of the available 450 AH has been used In addition to the precise cumulative Net AH and E to F gauge voltage level can be used as a proxy for the state of charge of the House Bank Over time while using the inverter the voltage level will slowly drop and if allowed eventually approach 24 0 V If the level gets to 23 5V 22 5V is considered fully discharged there will be an alarm continued 46 Power Management While at Anchor continued Note The DC voltage level on the MATE display may differ by up to 0 50 volts from the meter on the DC Service Panel This is normal When the House Bank is fully charged at float status the MATE page one will usually show a filled in E to F graphic SOC of 100 and Battery Charging However the Outback is programmed at float status to let the SOC cycle between 97 and 100 and the display may as a result temporarily indicate Battery Discharging even though AC power is present This is normal as the House Bank is effectivel
48. he desired temperature then shut off and cycle off and on as needed to maintain temperature just like home If you do not want the furnace to run for example overnight 1 turn all the thermostats to off or 2 turn the heat level down or 3 shut off the system at the pilothouse bulkhead In winter mode with the system on the hydronic circuit is connected to the hot water tank using a dedicated thermostat The water heater also works off 220V AC power when shore or genset power is present The two heat sources work together seamlessly and automatically continued 21 Kabola Diesel Furnace continued Summer Mode In the summer when the furnace heat is not needed switch the Kabola system to Summer Mode on the pilothouse bulkhead The system will then just provide hot water again just as in many homes and there will be ample hot water if you are at anchor or a marina without 220V 50A power for more than a day or so That said if you plan to spend considerable time in a marina with 220V 50A shore power turn off the Kabola system altogether and heat the water electrically by turning on water heater on the 220V AC panel Safety Considerations Extended Absence While not particularly relevant to those who are out cruising if the boat will be left unattended for an extended period turn off the Kabola system If at a dock with 220 V 50A AC shore power heat and de humidification can be provided by the reverse
49. he translucent file folder in the triangular starboard salon cabinet These explain which settings are best for which fabrics etc continued 63 Washer Asko Model W 6221 Ensure washer breaker is on at 220V panel At machine press power button the red light will come on Press and release the door open button door will unlock in a few seconds If it doesn t advance the program knob to 11 drain press start stop which should drain any water remaining when draining is done press door open again This is to prevent a partially complete wash from flooding the passageway Put in one All detergent pod Load clothes Close glass door by pushing in firmly until it clicks to lock Select wash temperature Default 105 e Select spin RPM default 1200 e Select program default 3 Press start stop button you will hear water filling the washer Be sure washer program is completely finished before trying to open the door Note Occasionally the washer door will not unlock as noted above If advancing the program knob to drain doesn t do the trick or in the unlikely event of a power loss there are more detailed instructions on p 21 of the Asko operating manual in the translucent appliance binder in the starboard salon cabinet near the refrigerator Dryer Ensure Dryer breaker on 220V AC panel is on Empty lint screen on inside of the dryer door at the top Press power button light will
50. hen turn off the Stabilizers switch on the DC panel The stabilizer control unit in the ER is on the bulkhead to the left of the door looking aft Check the fluid level during routine ER checks although the stabilizer system will have been checked by NWE staff 18 Head System SARAH BROOKS is equipped with Headhunter electric marine toilets in both heads They utilize strong jets of fresh water to macerate waste before it enters the holding tank They are energized by the Toilets breaker on the DC panel and require that the Fresh Water Pump breaker is also energized To flush the toilet push and release the button on the left of the bowl towards the back and the toilet will flush with a whoosh of accelerated water until the bowl is clean Do not hold the button down The length of flush is controlled by a pre set solenoid The heads will be set always to drain to the holding tank which holds 100 gallons and has a Tankwatch 4 level monitor mounted in the genset and bilge pump panel at the far left of the pilothouse Monitor the fill level of the holding tank After it has read Mid for some time or if it slips into the Full level the holding tank must be pumped out Pumping Out the Holding Tank 1 At sea in areas where pumping the holding tank is not prohibited the tank may be pumped out using the boat s macerator pump by switching on the Macerator Pump switch on the DC panel Note
51. hey may be properly disposed of Turn on Compactor breaker on the 110V B for compacting Either have shore power present or run the genset See the manual for information on running the compactor mounting a bag in the unit and removing it when it is full after several compaction cycles Also in more or less calm waters use the cork to wedge the catch on the front open This will make filling the compactor a one handed operation The door has never opened by itself in a range of sea states but remove the cork in very heavy seas and let the spring loaded latch secure the bin If you prefer not to go through the compaction process please use the heavy white plastic garbage bags located under the long banquette cushion or in the cabinet just aft of the refrigerator Recycling Having said the above about the efficiency of the compactor try to recycle everything possible paper bottles cardboard plastic cans There are recycling opportunities in almost every place ashore throughout the San Juans the Gulf Islands the Sunshine Coast Desolation Sound and the Discovery Islands Glass bottles and tin cans should be held in the white plastic box on the boat deck under the tender for recycling Do not put glass bottles and cans in the compactor Sea Compost Keep a container by the sink and fill it with any leftovers that will decompose A noted naturalist advises that nothing will go to waste by the time the food chain has done its work
52. hor and Hi Tensile 3 8 chain When selecting a spot to drop the hook consider e Water depth at the highest end of the tide cycle while anchored include 5 extra for the height of the bow roller off the water total depth This is important because the tidal ranges in the PNW can be very large The depth sounder and the tide graph on the Trident right click on the chart and select Tide Graph may be used for this purpose Total chain to the bitter end is 375 With a 25 reserve the deepest anchorage at 5 to 1 scope would be about 70 or about 85 at 4 to 1 at high tide e The amount of scope needed not less than 4 to 1 on total depth more in higher than moderate winds stormy conditions or open roadsteads e The swing radius that will result You will want to ensure that you will not get too close to other boats at the low tide swinging radius or that the boat cannot swing into a rock ledge or shallows Lowering and setting the anchor To lower the anchor connect the windlass control cord found in the lower drawer by the port wing door to the receptacle under the windlass Note 1 the double prongs on the connector go on the bottom Note 2 There are also up down switches for the windlass in the pilot house and on the flybridge but the view is best from the bow especially for raising the anchor continued 41 Anchoring continued Turn on the windlass breaker located toward the bottom of the smal
53. ight Note 1 Always have at least one bridle line attached to the boat to ensure you don t lose the entire bridle over the side as the chain hook tends to fall off the chain at awkward moments Note 2 In an emergency it is possible to lower the anchor rapidly by loosening the brake and using the long flat ended tool release the capstan flywheel by pulling the tool towards you until the anchor starts to fall To control the fall push forward on the tool to tighten the fly wheel and to slow or stop the chain Note 3 When lowering the anchor the chain may occasionally jam below the chain pipe because the chain has shifted about and won t pay out smoothly Should this happen for safety secure the flywheel and the windlass brake secure the chain forward of the gypsy with the chain stopper and temporarily turn off the windlass breaker in the pilothouse Then carefully shake and tug on the chain where it comes up out of the chain pipe below the gypsy This should shift the pile of chain enough for the chain to run free There should be a pair of heavy gloves in one of the bow lockers to help with this process If that fails it may be necessary to open the chain locker accessible through the deck hatch aft of the windlass Use a socket wrench to undo all the bolts on the metal plate covering the chain locker to get full access to the chain and free it Avoid losing the bolts and be sure to securely replace the cover when done 43 An
54. igned to dampen movement in a seaway The stabilizers should be energized and active whenever the boat is underway but centered for maneuvers like docking or setting an anchor that might involve backing down To energize the stabilizers turn on the Stabilizers breaker on the DC service panel When the engine control breakers are switched on the stabilizer control unit above and to the left of the helm will power up and self test the Lights box will glow Place the stabilizers in standby centered by pressing Center then Bypass on the control unit Once underway and clear of the harbor or marina press Active on the control panel to activate the stabilizers To return to standby press Center again see Important Note below The roll rate and roll angle sensitivity may be adjusted but the default setting is at about the 11 o clock position In heavy following seas the roll angle sensitivity should be turned up 3 o clock position to make the boat handle better I mportant Note Remember that slowing to enter a harbor or marina is a two handed task one hand to reduce the throttles to idle and the other to center the stabilizer fins by pressing the Center button This must be done before maneuvering or backing down FAILURE TO CENTER THE FINS MAY DO SERIOUS DAMAGE Once secure at the dock or at anchor the stabilizers will power down when the engine control breakers are switched off T
55. ilters forward of the main engines The vacuum gauges on each Racor should read under 11 or so plainly marked on the gauge Below the Racors check to see if the water level is below the top of the sump This is serviced by a large manual bilge pump accessible at and worked from the accommodation stairs Check and pump this periodically water slowly accumulates from the shaft log When you leave the ER always securely close the door so that the Fireboy system will work no oxygen to the ER an open door defeats this Pilothouse TV Camera The Sony TV above the helm has an input button to monitor the engine room both visually and with volume up by ear or to provide a view to the stern when needed It should be left set to the ER view while in transit The Camera breaker on the DC panel and power button should be on Turn on ER amp Lazarette Lights on the DC service panel to provide light for the camera They are LEDs and provide enough light for the camera without having to use the ER Lights on the AC panel 40 Spending Time at Anchor One of the joys of cruising in SARAH BROOKS is the ability to seek out a serene cove and lie at anchor overnight or for day stops Upon entering the harbor or anchorage Ensure the stabilizers are centered by pressing Center on the pilothouse control Anchoring SARAH BROOKS is equipped with a Lofrans Falkon 1500W 24V DC anchor windlass set up to handle a 77 Ib Ultra spade anc
56. in engines are pre set to show RPM and key engine data At cruising speed 1490 RPM expect engine coolant temperatures to be stable at 159 160 degrees oil pressure at about 50 psi system voltage will vary but be approximately 26 27V DC Engine Load will be 25 27 and total fuel burn both engines will be 10 0 GPH The starboard engine tends to have a slightly higher load and higher fuel burn as it is driving the power take off for the stabilizers Note also that if used the Kabola furnace burns a small amount of fuel from the starboard forward tank 39 Engine Room Checks Underway It is a good idea to check the engine room underway preferably every other day or on long transits just to check for problems with the machinery running ER Lights will be on at the AC panel and you may wish to turn on ER and Lazarette Lights on the DC Panel as well Be sure to wear the noise attenuators hanging on the hook at the port water tank Move around the ER carefully with attention to loose clothing that might catch a moving part As you scan the ER look for unusual oil spots on oilsorbs under the engine and running gear leaks hot smell etc The shaft aft of the Aqua Drive units feeds directly through a traditional shaft log which has been adjusted to lubricate itself by dripping seawater at a controlled rate Don t be alarmed if the oilsorbs under the shaft logs are wet and dirty Check the Racor primary fuel f
57. in the engine room on the DC panel turn on Eroom Lights on the 110 A panel Remember to turn both off when done Additional instructions on settings on the two electrical service panels will be provided as part of information on getting underway cruising and returning to port or anchorage Shore Power Connections SARAH BROOKS has 125 250V 50A AC shore power connections both forward and aft There are also 125V 30A AC connections secured see below When stopping at a marina ask for 125 250 50A AC power if available Note Do not use the bow and stern 125V 30A AC connections See Two 30A Outlets Available and Only One 30A Outlet Available below for details on bringing 125V 30A AC power aboard when 125 250V 50A power is not available continued 8 Electrical System continued Cablemaster 125 250V 50A AC stern connection The after 125 250V 50A AC cable is stored in a Cablemaster unit in the lazarette that is controlled by a toggle switch under the cockpit fascia on the starboard side of the transom Power is supplied by turning on the Cablemaster breaker on the 24V panel Toggle out to unroll the cable in to rewind it The cable end is accessible under the customary stainless cap found in a compartment on the starboard side of the transom via the swim platform A 125V AC 30A connection is also found in this compartment Pull out the cable end and unroll it carefully don t drop it in the water
58. ish and secure the cable and end weight on the deck pad eye Either way do not overly tighten the cable just bring it up snug so that the crane doesn t swing easily continued 51 Tender Launching Using Recovering continued I mportant Note Never hook the davit cable to any part of the boat except the deck pad eye i e do not hook it to the stainless railings Safety Considerations It is very important that helpers do not stand under the tender as it is raised and lowered If you must stop the process do so either when the tender is at the level of the boat deck or the main deck not in between when it could swing into a salon window or hurt a member of the crew 52 Safety Equipment SARAH BROOKS has a full complement of safety gear and is inspected each year by the USCG Auxiliary for compliance with regulations for vessels its size For charter service there are six Type adult PFDs several Type II adult general PFDs located under the flybridge settees and two Type III blue yellow West Marine vests for each cabin plus two extras per NWE requirements There is a circular life ring on the port side aft with a weighted throwing line There is also a Lifesling in a hard case on the port side of the flybridge The boat has a fully stocked ditch bag under the FB helm seat with appropriate flares a Pains Wessex 406 GPS EPIRB registered to the boat with NWE in the calling tree The ditch bag also contains a
59. ituations with large commercial vessels particularly in reduced visibility If the AIS shows a Closest Point of Approach CPA graphic center the cursor on it to see range bearing and time to CPA Right click on the target icon to get other oroperties data Important Note The Nobeltec Trident will be your primary tool for navigation Please do not customize the Trident display if at all possible If you must ensure that you return it to the default settings you found at start up 35 Furuno vx2 There are Furuno Model GD 1920C Navnet vx2 chartpotters in the pilothouse and on the flybridge to back up the Trident system and provide navigation information on the flybridge The pilothouse unit is the master Start it up first They display AIS data on the chart and you can select the sounder display for depth information They are loaded with C Map Max Sea cartography for the entire cruising ground Default heading is North Up The vx2 has a good 4 kW radar which provides an overlay with the chartplotter display and is a handy adjunct to the powerful stand alone Furuno radar The vx2 is a widely used system and many skippers will be familiar with its use as will the NWE check out captain There is an operating manual available at the chart table GPS Source Switch The Trident and Furuno systems each have GPS inputs The Trident gets position data from the GP 33 GPS unit A GPS source switch behind the DC service panel is s
60. l control panel at the far left of the pilothouse Ensure that the genset and the main engines are running Remove the chain stopper from the chain and stow it To the right of the windlass brake the brake control looks like a small steering wheel is the capstan flywheel Check that the flywheel is tight using the long flat ended tool in the starboard bow locker Insert it in the slots on the flywheel Pushing forward on the tool clockwise on the flywheel will tighten it don t overdo it Now loosen the brake not the fly wheel so that it will let the windlass run using the windlass control see Note 2 next page When at the desired anchoring spot lower the anchor using the windlass control The Ultra anchor is designed to deploy itself Let the helmsman know when there is sufficient chain out for the anchor to be on the bottom The helmsman should then Slowly back down in short two count reverse bursts at idle while chain is laid out on the bottom to the desired scope The anchor chain is painted every 25 up to 275 following a guide found on the underside of the starboard bow locker hatch cover and in the left hand drop down access panel in the fascia over the pilothouse instruments NOTE For PNW service 75 of chain was added for 375 total The chain is all red from 275 to 300 then unpainted for 50 The last 25 is painted with red yellow stripes When the desired amount of chain is out to the wa
61. ll amount of cable just enough to unhook the cable and end weight from the deck pad eye Note To avoid fouling and possibly damaging the cable it is very important to keep a load on the cable at all times The end weight exists for this purpose If during the launch recovery stowing process the end weight is lying on the deck with the cable loose have a helper take a strain on the cable as you run the davit 49 Tender Launching Using Recovering continued Carefully lift up the crane made pretty easy by gas shocks until there is a black line showing on its support strut and a green tape mark is visible on the side of the base If you raise it too high you will see a red mark become visible At the proper angle run the support pin stowed nearby through a hole in the strut carefully securing it There are other possible settings on the crane but the marks will guide you to set the crane at an angle high enough for the tender to clear its chocks and the edge of the boat deck when launched and to slip easily into the proper position on its chocks when stowed Swing the crane over the tender and lower the cable until it can be clipped onto the three point lifting bridle Slowly take up slack on the cable to check that the bridle has a fairlead around the instrument panel but inside the handhold structure and that its carabiner hooks are not hung up Disconnect the bow tie down cables and loosen the tie down straps at the stern
62. ll bottle Helm Seat under tilt forward e Ditch Bag with flares EPIRB Etc e 110V AC charger for tender battery if necessary Cockpit Area Cockpit control station and no dumping plaque Starboard Locker e Groco key to check raw water strainers e Keys for fuel water and pump out caps e Supply of oilsorb diapers for above Port Locker Under Sink e Spare fender hook BBQ regulators for use with Coleman Propane Misc maintenance stuff WD 40 Boeshield McCLube etc Misc cleaning supplies Spare Mickey Mouse noise attenuators Safety glasses Other 70 Cockpit Area continued Port aft Cockpit Locker e Cleaning supplies e Buckets e Shurhold pads and brushes long Shurhold pole in Laz e Cockpit Shower hose Stbd Aft Cockpit Locker e Cablemaster input e AC Fuse Boxes e two stage water filter for filling water tanks spare filters Swim Platform e Swim Ladder there is a swim ladder stored underneath the swim platform to port it is designed to be deployable from the water by a swimmer or MOB for safety and also from the swim platform Lazarette Shore power cords via starboard quarter hatch e 125 250V AC 50A for use on bow e 125V AC 30A with 30A 50A adapter to power 110V A and 110V B panels e Hubbell Combiner Two Water Hoses Two spares tubs Extra tools in box Handy tool kit near steps to ER Fortress Anchor under starboard quarter lazarette hatch spare anchor rode on
63. n breaker on the 110V A panel Technically the dishwasher can be run off the inverter but it is good practice to use only on shore power or with the genset running perhaps while underway A crew of 4 6 people generally fills the dishwasher once a day The machine uses approximately 5 gallons of water per load which is probably well less than the chief cook and bottle washer would use if doing the dishes by hand Pots and pans have been done by hand unless there is extra room in the dishwasher Basics Scrape food off plates Do not rinse Check diagram in user s manual for loading plans and other suggestions Because of the low water use and often soft water in this part of the world use no more than 1 tablespoon of the powdered soap provided per load DISPOSAL The boat must be on shore power or have the genset running Turn on Disposer breaker on 110V B panel Instructions did not come with the boat When there is food in the container put the plastic grid over the hole Turn on cold water and the disposer switch to the right of the sinks and pray that no non grindable objects have made their way into the unit Turn off switch then the water when the grinding sounds finished 59 DEALING WITH TRASH AND RECYCLING Trash Compactor Operated properly with the special purpose black Broan heavy duty bags the trash compacter works very well Using it will substantially reduce the number of garbage bags to be stowed before t
64. n the forepeak On Fleming yachts the chain locker drains and is completely separate from the accommodation spaces Therefore use salt water from the SW tap on the bow to wash the ground tackle instead of wasting precious fresh water on the task 65 AUDI O VISUAL SYSTEM Sat TV e Leave Salon outlets on AC panel on Ensure Sat TV and Stereo on DC panel are on Use white faced Direct TV universal remote Ensure sliding switch at top of the remote is hard left at DTV logo Turn on both SAT TV receiver and Samsung TV by pressing on under DTV TV Power on upper right corner of remote If the Sat TV has recently been used the last station selected will show If the SAT TV breaker has just been turned on the antenna will search for a signal and go through a series of self tests before a picture appears e Push Guide and scroll to look for desired channels choose with Select f it has been more than a few weeks since the system has been used you may get a 722 or 772 message from Direct TV in lieu of a TV signal If you are told there is no signal try re setting the system On the right front of the Direct TV box on top of the Panasonic DVD player there is a door behind which is a red reset button Try pushing that button The system will do a complete re set and search for available satellites It takes some time but they provide encouraging messages If you must try calli
65. n them to off If the genset seems dead don t panic and check to see if the switches are on If the genset breaker is tripped through overload reduce the load by turning off offending circuits and reset the breaker on the rear of the genset sound shield Securing the Genset To stop the genset toggle its start stop preheat switch down until the engine stops and the green Run LED goes out Running the Genset while Underway Standard practice is to start the genset prior to main engine start up and run it while underway If you plan to anchor overnight by running the genset you will start the afternoon with a fully or nearly fully charged House Bank to run the inverter and other circuits This will mean less genset use when you are on the hook and wish to enjoy the peace and quiet even though SARAH BROOKS generator has a sophisticated muffler system and is pretty quiet With the genset running while underway use of the 220V AC circuits will be seamless and you won t have to remember to start the genset for anchoring and launching the tender It is acceptable not to run the genset while underway running instead on the inverter see below for AC power The main engine alternators will charge the House Bank but for the typical 3 4 hour transit the House Bank may not be at full charge after you stop for the night particularly if getting underway after a night at anchor Use your judgment and exercise sound power man
66. ng 800 531 5000 The account number is 44232312 and the phone number associated with the account is 401 862 6866 Sometimes there will be no signal after resetting etc At the typical latitudes of PNW cruising the satellite is relatively low over the southern horizon Trees high hills or even the boat s superstructure may block the signal at times a signal has been present with the port side but not the starboard side of the boat facing south DVD e Turn on TV as above using on off buttons on upper right of universal remote e Ensure the Panasonic DVD player is on On universal remote use TV input to select AV2 by repeatedly pressing the button This will select the DVD recorder as the video source e On DVD recorder use open close to install a DVD e Press play adjust volume with universal remote 66 Surround Sound It is possible to listen to the TV or DVD through the salon sound system Ensure Stereo is on at the DC Service Panel Open the Audio Visual cabinet to the left of the TV Turn on the Alpine amplifier by pressing the Source Power button Flip up the toggle switch labeled Salon Using the source button select AUX on the Alpine unit then press Band until AUX 2 appears e Adjust volume using the small black Alpine remote on by turning the silver dial on the Alpine unit Lower volume on the TV to near zero Also see Audio System below Audi
67. ny cruising yacht in the PNW is to stay alert for logs deadheads and other large debris This needs two sets of eyes at times If the helmsman needs to study the chart to set a waypoint or access Al S data etc there must be another member of the crew looking out for debris Be particularly attentive around tide rips and points where current eddies develop The debris can come on you suddenly If this happens if on autopilot go quickly to manual steering see AP 22 Autopilot p 36 slow down engines to neutral and center the stabilizers Activate Roll Stabilizers When you have finished maneuvering the boat after leaving a marina or anchorage remember to activate the Roll Stabilizers by pressing Active on the control panel The default setting for stabilizer sensitivity is the 11 o clock position In following seas increase the roll angle to a level that seems optimal For most of the protected waters of the PNW exceptions include the Strait of Georgia down sea the default position will suffice 33 Tips for Using the Navigation System Note The Operating Manual is based on an assumption that a skipper deemed to be qualified by NWE to bareboat charter SARAH BROOKS will have substantial knowledge of operating semi displacement motor yachts coastal piloting VHF radio practice using a range of navionics systems etc The tips below reflect this assumption Nobeltec Trident The Nobeltec Trident system is very power
68. o System The audio system is managed at the Alpine receiver unit in the cabinet to the left of the TV Ensure Stereo at the pilothouse DC panel is on Using the Alpine unit select the following sources by repeatedly pressing the green Source Power button e TV amp DVD as above e Tuner then use Band button to select AM and FM 1 FM 2 e Disc single CD played in Alpine unit look for changer control e Changer 12 CD Shuttle player The CD changer is controlled by the Alpine unit when Changer is selected using the numbered buttons across the bottom Change tracks by the up down buttons below the source button e Pod dock use Source to select AUX Band to select AUX 1 Distribute sound to the Master stateroom pilothouse flybridge or cockpit by pushing the respective buttons on the Speaker Selection panel The salon is selected by the separate toggle switch as above Turn off the Alpine system by pressing and holding Source Power button for 3 seconds Note Do not try to adjust settings on the 3 button Alpine Pro Logic box at the bottom shelf or on the Audio Authority box to the left of the DTV receiver and DVD player For additional information on the audio visual system see the manuals in the A V cabinet 67 Location of Key Equipment by location Portuguese Bridge Bow e spare anchor rode on port bow roller for Fortress anchor Bow lockers
69. o center the fins could do serious damage to the system Remember slowing down to enter a harbor is a two handed job one hand for the throttles one to press Center on the stabilizer control 29 Electronic Engine Controls SARAH BROOKS is equipped with Glendinning EEC 3 engine controls The engine start procedure should leave pilothouse controls in command at engine start To move to the flybridge or cockpit control stations usually the flybridge to dock and undock it is necessary to take control if the engines at the new station The best way is to leave the engines in neutral move to the new station check that the controls are in neutral and then press and release the TAKE button The TAKE button and gear lights will flash Press and release TAKE again to take control An alternative is to slow down to idle which has a clearly identifiable detent position that is easy to detect at the new station so that there is no sudden change in boat speed and take control at the new station as above If you forget and move to a new station without taking control nothing will happen Before pressing TAKE twice think where you left the throttles at the old station and try to match up the throttle positions at the new station As before this is best and most safely done at neutral idle The Glendinning controls have SYNC and WARM modes After engine start press the WARM mode button which will light up The thro
70. of the forward tanks and 2 the starboard engine hour reading gallons or Litres in Canada This data and a record of engine hours at each re fueling stop will enable NWE to monitor fuel burn rates under varying cruising conditions and cross check the engine instruments which show fuel usage rates while underway NWE will also record engine hours at the end of each charter Checking Engine Hours For historical reasons replacement of the port engine control module ECM the actual elapsed engine hours on SARAH BROOKS must be taken from the starboard engine On the starboard engine ECM with the ignition key on or the engine running total engine hours will displayed as one line of data in the basic view Port engine hours if needed can be read on the port ECM in the same way 15 Fresh Water System SARAH BROOKS carries 300 gallons of fresh water in four cross connected tanks on both sides of the lazarette at the main access hatches All tanks may be filled through the starboard deck fill located aft of the cockpit control cabinet Filling is monitored at the sight glass on the port tanks at the Lazarette ER access well Water will flow through the cross connect system to the port as well as starboard tanks Ensure the water flow is not too fast as the water may back up before fully filling the tank If this happens stop filling to let the cross over system catch up and then continue with lowered water pressure Fill right to the
71. om Primary access is through a door via the same double hatch for the lazarette When not in the engine room always leave the engine room door firmly shut particularly underway needed for the Fireboy fire suppression system and noise reduction Note There is also access to the engine room via a ladder from a hatch in the forward end of the salon just before the steps down to the accommodation spaces ER lights are switched on off in the pilothouse see ER Lights on the AC service panel and ER amp Lazarette Lights on the DC service panel A green light will glow on the generator control panel if either light set is on The lights also have bulkhead switches at each end of the ER Try these if the pilothouse switches don t seem to work 5 Electrical System SARAH BROOKS has four types of electrical power 125 250V 50A AC 125V 30A AC 24V DC and 12V DC DC Power The 12V 24V DC supply comes from 12 Lifeline AGM GPL 6CT batteries providing 900 Ah 24 V DC the House Bank located in the ER starboard side aft of the starboard main engine The House Bank provides power to various DC circuits through the DC Service panel It also powers a 3 500 watt Outback inverter charger which converts DC voltage to 125V AC when shore power or generator power is not present In addition the House Bank provides 12 V DC power through a converter for 12 V circuits The Outback inverter charger charges the House Bank when AC
72. op At Windows 7 desktop double click the Nobeltec Time Zero icon using the mouse The system will load When prompted select Navigation Ignore all update notices from Norton Anitvirus click stay unprotected when prompted at start up and Windows X out of notice Now turn on Instrument on the DC service panel to power up the B amp G units depth boat speed and wind AP 22 Simrad autopilot by pressing Standby PWR once Furuno Navnet vx2 chart plotters first in the pilothouse and then on flybridge by pressing Power Brill once Sony Camera screen above helm Use input button to view either the ER or the stern VHF radios pilothouse and flybridge Furuno Radar If use of this radar is anticipated press the power button once for standby press Stby TX to use Tips on operating the Nobeltec and Navnet systems are provided ina separate section of these notes 28 Energize Roll Stabilizer always use when running The control unit above and to the left of the helm should power up when the engine controls are switched on provided the Stabilizer breaker on the DC panel is on the Lights button will glow Place the unit in standby by pressing Center then Bypass When underway and free from maneuvering press Active to activate the stabiizers Note ensure the fins are centered by pressing Center button before maneuvering or backing down Failure t
73. power is present The House Bank may also be charged by the main engine alternators and in the event that the inverter charger fails the 24 V charger through an inverter bypass The system is regulated by an XPORT regulator In addition to the House Bank there are two sets of batteries 2 8D gel cells each port and starboard which start the main engines and in case of the starboard battery set power the 24 V DC Wesmar bow thruster The start batteries are charged by the main engine alternators and or the 24V charger when AC power is present Finally a separate 12 V DC battery in the lazarette is dedicated to starting the generator It is charged by the 12V charger when AC power is present DC Service Panel The DC service panel on the starboard side of the pilothouse controls circuits served by the House Bank as well as 12V circuits like VHF radios SAT TV DC outlets etc through the right hand column of switches Also on the panel are engine control breakers on the top right protected by metal straps The DC service Battery Select knob should always be set to 1 9 o clock position marked Leave on 1 continued 6 Electrical System continued Some of the DC service panel switches are breakers examples Port and Stbd Engine Room Blowers rarely used in the PNW Salon Port Stbd Lights or Deck Lights which in turn empower on off switches elsewhere Other levers act as on off switches Examples
74. resents itself etc will help ensure that fresh water is always at hand 16 Bow Thruster SARAH BROOKS is equipped with a 24V DC Wesmar bow thruster It is controlled by left right control levers at all three helm stations The bow thruster machinery is accessible under the forward end of the master bed by raising the bed on its gas shocks The only reason for charterers to access the thruster works might be to check the oil level in the system While there is spare oil for this in the lazarette the thruster will be maintained by NWE and fluid levels will have been checked and topped up if necessary before each charter When preparing to get underway turn on the Bow Thruster breaker at the bottom right of the DC panel Test the thruster by moving the control lever for a one count to the left or right SARAH BROOKS has powerful 480 hp twin diesels and turning the bow can mostly be done with the engines Use the thruster sparingly only to fine tune the docking process or to counteract a strong wind or in extremis Note Do not run the bow thruster for long periods of time and under no circumstances use it as the primary means of turning the boat Remember short bursts and only to fine tune your approach When securing at the dock or at anchor secure the bow thruster by switching it off at the DC panel 17 Roll Stabilizers SARAH BROOKS is equipped with adjustable Naiad Marine Multisea II hydraulic stabilizers des
75. t in the habit of turning out any lights and other power consumers that are not actively in use Some skippers leave navigation systems on 24 7 including AIS and radar This eats power and lets people know where you are Secure the navigation systems unless it is necessary to have them on for some reason at anchor If you ve been at anchor for most of the day you might consider running the genset for a while after cooking dinner to charge up the House Bank a bit Overnight at anchor the only lights on should be the anchor light and task lights for example in the head The remaining power need will be to run the refrigerator and the drinks cooler 110V outlets and provide standby power to the SAT TV and the computer In the morning once the crew is awake starting the genset perhaps to make breakfast is a good habit as the House Bank will be at its lowest state of charge after the overnight If you plan to stay at anchor for a while you might leave the genset running to get the House Bank back towards Float status With SOC at 75 Net AH at 225 it will take at least 3 5 hours to bring the House Bank SOC to 100 Keeping the House Bank sufficiently charged while you enjoy time away from marinas may seem a daunting task at first After a few days of paying attention running the genset while underway or for charging when necessary it will become second nature and while very important not something to obsess over 48 Tender
76. t mouse right click on the displayed track and select left click Restart Navigation This combined with the heading correction should enable an acceptable course change when you select Nav mode again Important Autopilot Notes e Just above the AP 22 autopilot control is a toggle switch labeled AP Nav Mode Source This selects which of the two navionics systems will supply waypoint data to the autopilot in Nav Mode The default selection is Trident Nobeltec or you can select Furuno for example if you wish to navigate using Nav Mode from the flybridge Changing sources is not necessary in Auto Mode e The fluxgate compass that drives the autopilot is located under the corner starboard forward of the queen bed in the VIP cabin Please ensure that no metal is placed in either of the two drawers located there or within three feet of the compass 37 Furuno Radar The independent Furuno Radar Model FR 7062 7112 7252 in the pilothouse is a powerful unit 6kW unit After powering up the boat it should be in standby Press Standby TX to activate The various functions and adjustments are straightforward and an operating manual may be found in the file cabinet under the pilothouse settee The default heading setting is North Up which protects a target s relative position as the boat s heading varies A useful tool is Echo Trail which can be selected on the radar s control panel It provides a quick and
77. ter pays out from the starboard side of the transom If this is not possible use the spare 50A cord manually connecting it to the forward 50A connection When secure at the dock e Engines to neutral Secure engines with red kill buttons turn off keys Leave genset running until connected to shore power Connecting to shore Power 125 250V 50A Pay out aft shore power cord using the Cablemaster or set up the spare 50A cord if using the bow connection Ensure the dock shore power breaker is off plug in the dock end of the cord and then turn on the dock breaker At_AC Service Panel e Check LED indicators to see if AC shore power is present If using the aft power cable the Shore Select switch should be set at Aft 220V If using the spare 50A cord at the bow connection Shore Select should be set to Fwd 220 e Turn the 110V Select knob to 110V 220V Shore and 220V Select knob to 220V Shore simultaneously e Double check the meters for adequate voltage You may have to press the button on the lower right corner of the meter to cycle to a voltage reading from Hz or Amps At Genset Panel e After a few moments for cool down kill the genset by holding the toggle switch down at stop until the green Run LED goes out 54 Returning to a Marina with 125 250 50A Shore Power continued Note If only 125V 30A AC power is available see Marinas Without 125 250 50A Power Available on pa
78. terline tighten the brake The helmsman should then set the hook with a final short reverse of the engines The Ultra is quick to set and there should be no doubt that it has when the chain straightens out and reverse motion stops abruptly continued 42 Anchoring continued Setting the chain hook bridle Ideally with two people Having ensured that you are anchored as desired attach the chain hook found in the port bow locker The chain hook is fitted with two stout lines to form a bridle Take one of the lines and run it outboard of the gunwale and railings up through the starboard hawse hole and make it fast on the large deck cleat leaving some slack Reaching over the bow roller to starboard attach the hook to the chain while your helper takes a strain on the line so that the hook stays put Now pass the other line from the hook so that there is a fairlead under the bow roller and run it outboard up through the port hawse hole Make it fast to the large deck cleat to port Loosen the windlass brake Use the windlass control to pay out chain while taking a strain on both bridle lines until the chain hook is about 2 3 feet off the water Make the bridle lines snug and tie each off so that the chain hook is centered on the bow Let out another foot of chain so the boat rides to the bridle Retighten the brake Fitting the chain hook takes the strain off the windlass increases the effective scope and reduces chain noise overn
79. ting Manual assumes that the skipper and crew deemed qualified by NWE to bareboat charter SARAH BROOKS have substantial experience ideally running 50 60 foot semi displacement motor yachts both out of marinas and at anchor The manual attempts to provide important information specific to SARAH BROOKS and the Pacific Northwest solely as a convenience to the charterer and crew While running to many pages it is not exhaustive and cannot be made complete in every detail given the complexity of the boat her systems and the operating challenges of cruising in Pacific Northwest waters The manual may not reflect equipment changes system upgrades and any changes in operating characteristics since its publication and the author assumes no responsibility for any errors or omissions No operating suggestions herein should substitute for the charterer s experience common sense proper seamanship careful navigation and boat handling If you have questions please consult NWE As bareboat charterer you are operating at your own risk and are responsible for the safe and prudent operation of the boat and its equipment If you do not feel comfortable undertaking any of the operations outlined herein seek help from a competent professional TABLE OF CONTENTS For Special Consideration and mportant Notice Sarah Brooks General I nformation Access to Boat Electrical System DC Service Panel AC Service Panel Shore Power Connections Marina
80. ttles then may be advanced only if necessary without going into forward gear To exit WARM mode in neutral press and release the WARM button once For safety Glendinning strongly recommends that the system be placed in WARM mode whenever the boat is docked with engines running to avoid putting the engines in gear inadvertently SYNC mode synchronizes engine speed and allows both engines to be controlled by only the right gear handle Once at desired speed above idle press and release the SYNC button once the SYNC light will come on To disengage the SYNC mode match the position of both control handles press and release the SYNC button Placing both handles in neutral automatically disengages SYNC mode Emergency Back Up If a control head or the primary engine control computer fails push the back up button in front of the pilothouse control head This engages a back up computer to get home Only the pilothouse controls will work with no lights no SYNC etc 30 Start Main Engines Ensure engine controls at pilothouse flybridge and aft cockpit are in Neutral Turning one or the other of engine ignition keys to the first detent will energize the engine controls buttons will light up In the unlikely event that they fail to light up go to the ER to locate square boxes on the inboard side of each engine which contain on off buttons for starting stopping the main engines from the engine room There ar
81. y at full charge in this range As the House Bank is charged after meaningful discharge voltage levels will build possibly to the programmed maximum of 29 2 V BAT NOW will show about 28 4 29 0 V and SOC will flash as it reaches 100 Charging is then at absorption stage and voltage will slowly drop to 26 90 27 10 V at float status The House Bank s rate of discharge will depend on how many lights and other power consumers are in use With prudent consumption a fully charged House Bank may go 24 hours before reaching the 50 SOC threshold Net AH at 450AH A typical overnight at anchor with the genset secured might start with SOC at 100 in the late afternoon discharging to 85 88 by bedtime and down to about 75 by breakfast Of course use of the genset to cook or do laundry would mean less discharge as some power would be available to charge the House Bank As described above at 75 SOC you will have used only half of the available AH from a fully charged House Bank continued 47 Power Management While at Anchor continued So in practice the cruiser should be easily be able to run on the House Bank inverter for sufficient time to have a quiet afternoon evening and overnight at anchor without needing to fire the genset depending on the SOC at anchoring Nevertheless amperage and voltage awareness is important Despite the efficiency of LED lighting you cannot afford to leave every light on around the boat Ge

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