Anacortes Yacht Charters AEROKNOT User manual

OPERATIONS MANUAL
AEROKNOT
Welcome aboard!
We are happy that you have chosen Anacortes Yacht Charters (AYC) and
AEROKNOT for your vacation! We are sure you will enjoy your cruising experience
among the beautiful islands of the Pacific Northwest.
This manual will help you become familiar with this vessel. If, after familiarizing
yourself with it, you have any questions about the boat or about places to visit, please
do not hesitate to ask any of the AYC staff.
Remember, AYC vessels are non-smoking boats, and we appreciate you taking care
in having a fun, safe, and memorable time aboard!
Happy cruising!

TABLE OF CONTENTS
Boat Operation
Engine Inspection
Thru-Hull Locations
Startup
Shutdown
Getting Underway
Cruising
Docking
Fueling
Boat Electrical
110-Volt AC Systems (Shore)
Shore Power
Inverter
Generator
12-Volt DC Systems (House)
House Battery Bank & Switch
Battery Parallel Switch
Sanitation Systems
VacuFlush Toilets
Holding Tank
Water Systems
Fresh Water Tanks
Fresh Water Pressure Pump
Hot Water Tank
Showers
Raw Water Wash-Down
Galley
Stove/Oven
Microwave
Refrigerator-Freezer
Ice Maker

Heating Systems
Diesel Heater (DC)
Engine Heat (DC)
Electronics
VHF Radios
Depth Sounders
Radar
Global Positioning System (GPS) / Plotter
Entertainment Systems
AM/FM Radio
CD Player
TV/DVD
Anchoring / Mooring Cans
Anchoring
Mooring Cans
Barbecue
Dinghy & Outboard Motor
Lowering
Operating
Lifting
Towing
Crabbing & Fishing
Other

BOAT OPERATION
Engine Inspection
Remember your “WOBBS” every morning: Water (Coolant), Oil, Bilges (Inspect and Clean Excess), Belts
and Sea Strainers.
Check the level of COOLANT in the expansion tanks. Check the generator fluids as well.
Check the level of OIL in each engine by checking your dipsticks located inboard on each engine. Look at
the etch marks on each dipstick that indicate the proper oil level. DO NOT OVERFILL OIL; proper oil
levels are below the full line (between half and three-quarters of the hash-area)! Only fill if oil levels
are below the ½-way mark. To fill, it will require you to remove the forward floor hatches to access the most
forward valve cover where the filler cap is located. Please use blue shop towels (located in engine room on
the bulkhead) and the yellow funnel!
Check the general condition of the BELTS (new 2021; are covered so look for black dust), HOSES, and
FUEL LINES.
Ensure the valve on each RAW WATER THRU-HULL is in the ‘open’ position (lever in-line with valve).
Observe the glass of each (3) SEA/RAW WATER STRAINER for debris. If necessary, close the seacock,
open the strainer cover, clean the strainer, and reassemble. Remember to reopen the seacock.
Thru-Hull Locations
1 –PORT Engine Raw Water Intake
2 - STARBOARD Engine Raw Water Intake
3 –GenSet Raw Water Intake
4 –Black Water Macerator Pump Discharge Overboard
5 –GenSet Wet Exhaust Discharge Overboard

Startup
Before starting the engines, do your inspection. Check that Ignition Power switches, located on the Electrical
Panel, for PORT and STBD are in the ON position. The engines should be started from the lower helm
station. Ensure GEARSHIFTS are in ‘neutral’, or the engines cannot be started because of the “neutral
lockout”. THROTTLES should be run up and down and then brought back to the idle position. Both keys
are in the IGNITION SWITCHES. Normally plan to start the starboard engine first; after each engine as
started, check for water flow through the exhaust.
Turn the key partially clockwise until the ENGINE ALARM sounds and pre-heat the engine. Turn the key
fully clockwise to engage the engine. If the starter does not engage when the key is turned, move the
gearshift lever slightly until you find neutral and try again while turning key.
If the engine cranks slowly or fails to turn over, check the condition of the battery on the ELECTRICAL
PANEL. If the battery is low try the BATTERY PARALLEL SWITCH, located to the right of the helm, to
connect the other engine battery. Turn off after using.
Move the THROTTLE to raise the engine speed to 1000 rpm on the TACHOMETER. Warm the engine for
about 5 minutes before engaging transmission. Observe the readings of the gauges. The oil pressure will
register at or above 40 PSI. The engine temperature should rise slowly.
Note -- If oil pressure is low, shut down engine, and inspect engine compartment and look for possible cause
(for example, loss of oil). Caution -- If an engine is overheating or there is lack of raw water expelled in the
engine exhaust, stop the engine immediately. Recheck the raw water cooling system to ensure the raw water
thru-hulls are ‘open’ (handle in-line with valve). Next, check the raw water strainer for debris. Remove the
strainer, clean, re-assemble, and reopen the raw water intake valve (seacock). Restart the engine and re-
check water flow from the exhaust. If water is not flowing properly, the RAW WATER PUMP may need to be
serviced. Seek help.
Shutdown
Before shutting down, allow the engines to ‘idle’ for about 5 minutes to cool them gradually and uniformly.
The time engaged in preparing to dock the boat is usually sufficient. Ensure each GEARSHIFT is in the
‘neutral’ position and each THROTTLE is in the ‘idle’ position. Turn off engines using the ignition keys.
Getting Underway
DISCONNECT the shore power cords (see 110-Volt AC Systems, located under “Boat Electrical”). Close
the PORTHOLES, SALON WINDOWS, and FORWARD HATCHES.Turn on the VHF RADIOS and
ELECTRONICS. ASSIGN crew members their various positions. Once outside the marina, idle the engines
while crew brings in and SECURE FENDERS and LINES.
Cruising
All close-quarters maneuvering should always take place at the upper helm. Assure TRIM TABS are in full
up position.