BENETEAU Oceanis 41.1 2017 Quick start guide

INTERLUDE
Owners’ Notes
2017 Beneteau Oceanis 41.1
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Last Updated March 1, 2021

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WELCOME ABOARD INTERLUDE!
Dear Guests:
Our 2017 Beneteau Oceanis 41.1 is a wonderful choice for your cruising vacation. As veteran Pacific Northwest sailors,
we looked carefully for the perfect San Juan and Canadian Gulf Islands cruiser. We found it in Interlude and you’ll
treasure every day aboard her.
CABIN: Interlude has a comfortable salon with three cabins and two heads, both equipped with electric toilets and
showers. All beds are queen-sized and the salon settee converts to a berth. The aft head includes a convenient folding
shower screen. The galley has a gas stove, microwave, sink, refrigerator/freezer, and a complete complement of cooking
tools, spices and accessories. The large drop-leaf dining table in the cabin has built-in wine storage, in true French fashion.
COCKPIT: The spacious cockpit features a large drop-leaf table. Twin helms allow for outboard steering and clear sightlines
forward. The electric swim deck provides access to the dinghy and is a great spot to hang your feet in the water. Engine
controls are on the port side, and the B&G multi-function display (MFD) chartplotter pivots, so it’s easily visible from either
helm. An all-season dodger and bimini keep you warm and dry; full cockpit enclosures are available from San Juan Sailing
upon request.
ELECTRONICS & ENTERTAINMENT: Interlude features a state-of-the-art navigation and instrument system, making your
travels easy and safe. She’s equipped with B&G’s Zeus212” full-color touchscreen chartplotter and multi-function display
(MFD), B&G’s patented SailSteer system, B&G’s Triton2multi-function display and autopilot, radar and AIS. The MFD
supports multiple panels on one screen to customize the information presented. It includes tide and current displays, photo
overlays, sun and moon charts, and many more useful features. We’ve added a 40-inch Samsung 1080p HD SmartTV©with
DVD/Blu-ray player in the salon for a rainy day. A FUSION audio system with Bluetooth and USB connections lets you enjoy
your favorite music throughout the boat, and it can be controlled from the Zeus2MFD. Books, movies and games are
available in the salon, and there are warm throws for late-night stargazing in the cockpit.
ENGINE: With just under 18,000 lbs. of displacement, the 45hp Yanmar engine and SD-60 saildrive has plenty of power.
Interlude has a 53-gallon fuel tank, providing a cruising range of 375+ nautical miles.
HANDLING:Interlude’s hull has hard chines in the stern sections that increase interior volume and reduce heel.
Interlude has a deep single spade rudder and a 7ft 2in deep keel. Bow thrusters make docking in small marinas
surprisingly easy.
SAILING: Interlude is a true pleasure to sail, and it’s easy to get her “in the groove” for well-balanced sailing. A furling
main and genoa make deploying and reefing the sails easy, with all lines accessible in the cockpit. The chined hull gives
greater stability and speed in higher winds – she flies in 20 knot winds!
In musical terms, an interlude is a “pause” or “respite” between movements. It’s our hope that your travels aboard
Interlude are a time of rest and enjoyment for you and your guests. We love sailing in this part of the world, and we’ve
chosen the best boat to make your charter memorable.
Wishing you smooth seas and fair winds,
Bob and Wendy Hatheway Lin and Susan Lindsey

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
WELCOME ABOARD INTERLUDE!............................................................................................................................................. i
TABLE OF CONTENTS............................................................................................................................................................... ii
USING THE OWNERS NOTES ................................................................................................................................................... 1
SPECIFICATIONS AND VESSEL INFORMATION......................................................................................................................... 2
INTERLUDE NUANCES ............................................................................................................................................................. 3
ANCHORING & MOORING....................................................................................................................................................... 4
BARBEQUE OPERATIONS......................................................................................................................................................... 7
BATTERIES, CHARGING, SHORE POWER AND INVERTER ........................................................................................................ 7
BERTHS.................................................................................................................................................................................... 9
BILGE PUMPS ........................................................................................................................................................................ 10
BOW THRUSTER .................................................................................................................................................................... 11
CRAB TRAP ............................................................................................................................................................................ 11
CUSHIONS ............................................................................................................................................................................. 12
DINGHY & OUTBOARD ENGINE............................................................................................................................................. 12
DODGER, BIMINI, AND SIDE PANELS..................................................................................................................................... 15
ELECTRICAL PANEL ................................................................................................................................................................ 15
ELECTRONICS – NAVIGATION, INSTRUMENTATION AND COMMUNICATION SYSTEMS ...................................................... 17
EMERGENCY & SAFETY EQUIPMENT..................................................................................................................................... 23
ENGINE AND HANDLING ....................................................................................................................................................... 25
ENTERTAINMENT SYSTEM .................................................................................................................................................... 29
FUEL TANK & REFUELING...................................................................................................................................................... 30
GALLEY .................................................................................................................................................................................. 31
HEADS, SHOWERS AND HOLDING TANKS ............................................................................................................................. 33
HEATING SYSTEM.................................................................................................................................................................. 35
KEEL DEPTH ........................................................................................................................................................................... 35
PROPANE............................................................................................................................................................................... 36
SAILS AND RIGGING .............................................................................................................................................................. 36
SWIM PLATFORM.................................................................................................................................................................. 38
TABLES................................................................................................................................................................................... 39
TOOLS AND SPARES .............................................................................................................................................................. 39
WATER................................................................................................................................................................................... 40

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USING THE OWNERS NOTES
Essential information for operating Interlude’s systems is provided in alphabetical order of the topics covered, starting
with the “Anchoring” section. Please read the Owner’s Notes before your arrival to familiarize yourself with all aspects
of this vessel. The San Juan Sailing (SJS) staff will take you through the boat at check-in; reading the notes in advance will
make their explanations clearer and give you time to ask questions.
There is a “Quick Start Guide” available on Interlude’s page on San Juan Sailing’s Web site and a copy is onboard. While
not a substitute for the Owners’ Notes, it provides a quick reminder where to find information or how to do something
while you’re onboard. We’ve also placed a copy of a sail-trim guide written by Neil Pryde Sails specifically for the
Oceanis 41.1. It’s very helpful for understanding how to best set, trim and reef the sails under a wide range of wind
conditions.
We’ve provided helpful hints and safety notes in several sections. Look for the labels “OPERATING TIP” and “SAFETY
REMINDER” to help you get the most out of the boat’s systems and be ready for safety issues that might arise.
OPERATING TIP: If the US Coast Guard (USCG) asks to inspect the boat, the USCG official registration number is affixed
to the starboard bilge area between the main salon settee and the folding table. Lift the floor board to access it. The
instructions for overboard discharge and oil/fuel spills is taped to the underside of the starboard cockpit lazerette cover.
All other relevant documentation the USCG might want to know is in the charter guide 3-ring notebook onboard.
OPERATING TIP: San Juan Sailing has provided an excellent set of resources on their Web site that cover many topics
that will make your trip easier and more enjoyable. Check them out at
http://www.sanjuansailing.com/about/resources.html.
SAFETY REMINDER: Please do not smoke on Interlude; flames and fuel don’t mix well.
Should a question/problem arise, please contact San Juan Sailing first but don’t hesitate to reach out to us if you need
additional help. Our contact information is:
•San Juan Sailing office: 360-671-4300 / 800-677-7245
•Maintenance pro (HoldFast Marine): Jon Robitaille: 360-393-0415
•Owners:
Bob & Wendy Hatheway – Cell: 425-305-7220; Home: 425-868-4228
Lin & Susan Lindsey – Cell: 206-979-1314; Home: 425-836-8693
We hope you’ll have a wonderful time on Interlude. We’d love to hear about your adventures, or suggestions of things
we could do to make Interlude more enjoyable. Please e-mail us at [email protected]om and visit us on
Facebook at Interlude at San Juan Sailing.
One last request – we’ve left a guest book onboard with the books and games in the main salon. Please take a moment
and share a comment about your adventures aboard Interlude; we’d love to hear from you!

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SPECIFICATIONS AND VESSEL INFORMATION
Make Beneteau
Model Oceanis 41.1
Year 2017
LOA 40’ 9”
Hull Length 39’ 4”
LWL 37’ 4”
Max. Hull Speed 8.2 kts (Max hull speed ≈1.34 x √LWL)
Beam 13’ 9”
Draft 7’ 2”
Displacement 17,271 lbs.
Mast height above WL 63’
Furling mainsail area 355 ft2
Furling genoa area 452 ft2(106% overlap)
Fuel 53 gal
Fresh water 63 gal aft (Tank 1) and 87 gal forward (Tank 2) for 150-gal total
Hot water 12 gal
Holding tanks 20 gal each in forward and aft heads
House battery capacity 420 Amp-Hours (Ah) (4 @ 105 Ah each)
Engine battery capacity 105 Amp-Hours (1 @ 105 Ah)
Battery charger capacity 60 Amps
Shore power 30 Amp / 120 volt
Headroom 6’7”
No. cabins 3 with queen-size berths + salon settee converts to bed
Forward cabin bed dimensions 6’7” x 4’11”
Aft cabins bed dimensions 6’9” x 4’10” x 3’10” (tapered)
No. heads 2 with electric toilets, showers
Refrigerator dimensions 50 US gal
Freezer dimensions 3 US gal
FCC call sign WDJ5062
MMSI No. 367783890 (AIS identification)
Hull number BEYKL025J617
U.S. Coast Guard official No. 1277560 (3” characters affixed to bilge between salon settee and table)
USCG boarding document See Section 5 of Charter Guest Reference Manual for what to expect if boarded
U.S. Customs Decal Number Located on aft side of port helm binnacle
WA State Registration Number 12445 (permanent) & annual stickers located on anchor roller
WA State Parks Annual Permit Decal Located on cabin exterior, port side aft

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INTERLUDE NUANCES
There are a few things about Interlude that are not “typical” and may require special attention or where it may be
best to deviate from customary operating procedures. We’ve listed the most important items here in alphabetical
order to help you plan your charter.
•AC outlets: Besides the AC circuit breaker switch on the electrical panel, there’s a master outlet switch located
under the Nav table. This must be “ON” for the outlets to work. We’ve found it can be turned off accidently
when removing or replacing the VHF remote, which is mounted next to it. In addition to the AC outlets in all the
cabins, there’s an AC outlet hidden behind the sliding panels at the right end of the galley.
•Anchor wash-down pump: If you can hear pump running when you activate the nozzle but no water is
discharged, the system needs to be primed with water. The wash-down pump draws raw water via a Y-valve
from the through-hull inlet used to supple water to the forward head. Add water to the forward head and flush
it, repeat several times. That should prime the wash-down pump and supply water for cleaning the anchor.
•Electric swim platform: The swim platform has a sliding lock bolt located on the starboard end. Press the button
on the bolt and slide it back to unlock. The operating switch for the swim deck is on the starboard helm.
Simultaneously press the red button and toggle the black rocker switch down/up to open/close the platform.
Close the bolt lock to secure the platform in the up position. A remote-control fob to operate the deck when you
go ashore is stored in the Nav table.
•Fuel and water: The access ports for the fuel tank (pink) and the aft water tank (blue, Tank 1) are in the propane
locker. The fill port for the forward water tank (blue, Tank 2) is located on the forward port deck. The caps are
keyed, not screw-in. Use the small winch handle to rotate the caps ¼ turn, then lift off. The valves for selecting
water tanks are in the engine compartment. When you switch tanks, you may hear the water pump running for a
minute or two as it pressurizes the water lines.
•Heads and holding tanks: Both heads are equipped with electric toilets and 20-gallon holding tanks. Pump-out
access ports are on the starboard deck above each head. The caps screw out/in to open/close. Use the small
winch handle to unscrew/screw-in the caps. Please don’t overtighten. Overboard discharge valves are located
beneath a panel in front of the starboard aft cabin hanging locker and in the tilt-out storage locker under the
forward cabin bunk. Discharge holding tanks only where allowed.
•Prop: Interlude had a fixed prop that you will hear spinning when you are sailing when the transmission is in
neutral. This is normal. For sailing speeds below 8 knots, you can have the transmission in reverse to stop the
prop spinning, but only shift in and out of reverse at low speed (~1 kt). Never shift into forward when sailing or
the transmission may be damaged. Also, prop walk is almost non-existent, a bit to starboard in reverse.
•Throttle and saildrive: The transmission for the Yanmar SD-60 Saildrive on Interlude and other boats similarly
equipped has displayed a tendency to slip and not engage immediately if the helmsman shifts gears too quickly
or tries to “goose” the engine too fast. This is most likely to occur when backing out of a slip when the engine
has only been on for a few minutes and not fully warmed up. When shifting from reverse to forward (and vice
versa), proceed slowly and smoothly: pause for 1-2 seconds in neutral (say to yourself “one & two &”), then
shift to idle forward (reverse) and pause again for 1-2 seconds, then smoothly advance the throttle forward
(reverse). Following this procedure should ensure the transmission fully engages as expected. Remember, slow
and smooth is better than fast and jerky! When backing out of a slip or maneuvering in tight quarters, allow
some extra time and distance for the boat to drift backward while following these procedures. You can attach a
roving fender to the stern safety line as an added precaution if you’re maneuvering in tight quarters and don’t
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ANCHORING & MOORING
Anchoring Highlights
Main anchor: 44# Delta mounted on the bow, with 300 feet of 3/8” chain marked with paint as follows:
•10 ft. Orange (when retrieving the anchor and the orange mark appears, the anchor will be just below the
surface; please proceed slowly at this point to avoid hitting the bow)
•25 ft. Blue (average depth in many island anchorages when the anchor will reach the bottom)
•100 ft. Yellow
•150 ft. Red
•200 ft.Blue
•250 ft. Yellow
The yellow paint mark at 100’ is 10 feet long; all the other paint marks are 5 feet long.1There are color-coded keys to
the chain markings taped to the inside of the anchor locker and in the Nav table.
Windlass: The engine must be running for the windlass to work. The circuit
breaker for the windlass (yellow) is located near the battery switches in the aft
port cabin. The windlass remote control is mounted in the chain locker.
Wash-down pump: Located in chain locker, uses raw water. Use to hose off
mud and debris as you retrieve the anchor. “ON/OFF” switch is in the chain
locker – Please turn off the switch when done washing; the pump motor can
burn out if left on.
Snubber line: 15’ heavy snubber line with chain hook located in the anchor
locker. Please, always use the snubber to carry the load of the chain to prevent
damaging the windlass.
Secondary anchor: Heavy duty aluminum Fortress anchor stowed in
the starboard cockpit locker, with 30’ 3/8” chain and 130’ rope rode.
Polypropylene line: Spool with 600’ of line located in cockpit transom
locker under the starboard helm. Use for stern tie in narrow
anchorages to keep the boat from swinging. We use the boat hook as
the “axle” for the spool. Place it across the stern seats and have
someone hold it in place or secure with bungee cords (provided).
Deploying the Anchor
1. Check the tide tables to determine high and low water levels
while you are anchored. We prefer to anchor in 20-25 feet of
water; the tidal range in the Islands ranges from 6-12 feet. The bottom can slope upwards sharply near the
shore; make certain you will have enough water under you as the boat swings with the tidal currents.
1Marked lengths are relative to the anchor; for example, the orange section of chain begins at 10’ from the anchor and extends to
15’ from the anchor.
Anchor & windlass.
Anchor locker with windlass controller (1), wash-down hose (2)
and wash-down pump switch (3).
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2. Check the weather forecast for expected wind conditions overnight to anticipate how the boat will swing at
night and if there’s going to be a strong wind requiring a secondary anchor. Monitor VHF Channel 2 or 4 and
listen for “Northern Inland Waters.”
3. Normal scope for the islands is 4:1. To calculate the amount of chain rode to deploy, use the following formula
(all units in feet):
Rode = (Current Water Depth + Max Tidal Rise + Freeboard) x 4
For example, if the current water depth is 25 feet, the expected tidal rise is an additional 10 feet, and the
freeboard (bow to water line) is 5 feet, then the amount of rode to use is (25’+10’+5’) x 4 = 160’. The chain is
marked Red at 150’, so if you deploy the chain until the Red mark just disappears over the bow and into the
water, you’ll be nearly spot on!
4. Confirm the windlass breaker in the port aft cabin near the battery switches is “ON.” The windlass remote
control is in the chain locker. “UP” and “DOWN” buttons control the windlass.
5. Pick the spot where you want to stop the boat when the anchor is set, turn into the wind or current, and motor
forward 3-4 boat lengths. Stop the boat.
6. The anchor will swing between the bow and the water line. Ease the anchor over the roller by hand by providing
some slack in the chain with the windlass. Hand-push the anchor forward, keeping the shank level before
gradually allowing it to ease into the hanging position. Proceed slowly using short bursts of the windlass until the
anchor is in the water. Lower the anchor using the windlass remote to approximately the number of feet on the
depth sounder so it is on or near the bottom (the Blue mark on the chain starts at 25 feet).
OPERATING TIP: The helmsman can use the MARK key on the Zeus2chartplotter’s right front panel to set a waypoint
on the chart where the anchor is located on the bottom once it’s deployed (do this before backing down). This can
be helpful when ready to retrieve the anchor to see how the boat has moved relative to the location of the anchor.
7. Signal the helmsman to put the transmission in Idle Reverse and
deploy the desired amount of chain rode while backing down to
your desired anchorage point. Use hand signals to instruct the
helmsman or use the portable radios to communicate (see
“Communications”).
8. Once the rode is deployed, stop the boat before setting the
anchor. Please, at this point, always set the snubber line to avoid
damage to the windlass. Tie-off the snubber on a bow cleat and
attach the hook to the chain above the roller (see photos). Keep
tension on the snubber and use the windlass to ease out chain so
that the hook on the snubber goes over the roller. The chain
should be slack when the snubber takes the full load.
9. Resume Idle Reverse for 20-30 seconds to set the anchor. Line up
two objects on shore - you’re holding firm if the boat is not
moving relative to the targets.
10. Turn on the anchor light at the electrical panel. Now relax and enjoy a lovely evening!
Retrieving the Anchor
1. Start the engine; check the water depth and take the boat hook forward (to fend off the anchor so it doesn’t hit
the bow); turn “ON” the anchor wash-down pump using the switch in the anchor locker.
Attaching the snubber line to the chain (left) and keeping
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2. Signal the helmsman to put the transmission in Idle Forward to move the boat forward. Begin raising the anchor
using the windlass. Never pull the boat forward with the windlass – it will burn out the windlass motor. Instruct
the helmsman how to steer to keep the boat aligned with the chain and to adjust speed to avoid motoring over
the anchor chain. Use the wash-down hose to wash off any mud and debris on the chain.
OPERATING TIP: When retrieving the anchor, the snubber line should fall off by itself and you can retrieve it easily. If the
snubber doesn’t fall off, you’ll need to retrieve it by hand before continuing to motor in reverse.
3. The chain will pile up in the chain locker as it is retrieved - avoid that “chain mountain” by pushing the chain
forward in the well using the wooden dowel stored in the locker. Having a second person assist with this task
makes retrieving the anchor easier.
4. Watch closely for the Blue 25’ mark on the chain. Once past this point the anchor should be off the bottom.
Notify the helmsman and monitor the area around the boat to ensure she is not drifting with wind or currents.
The helmsman should maneuver the boat as needed to avoid any hazards while the crew at the bow retrieves
the anchor.
5. Continue raising the anchor. Look for the Orange mark on the chain that indicates the anchor is near the
surface. Stop retrieval when the anchor is just below the surface. Now raise the anchor slowly to ensure it
doesn’t swing and hit the hull. Fend it off with the boat hook as needed.
6. Use the windlass to bring the anchor shank up to the bow roller very carefully by tapping the UP button on the
windlass control. Then seat the anchor by hand to avoid damaging the windlass and snug up any slack chain.
7. Signal the helmsman to proceed out of the anchorage at safe speed.
8. Retrieve the snubber line and store in the chain locker. Return the windlass remote to its cradle. Turn off the
anchor wash-down hose switch in the anchor locker.
Safety Suggestions for Anchoring: High Winds & Small Coves
•If strong winds are forecast (>20 knots), test the anchor hold by putting the transmission in reverse and running
the engine at an RPM equal to half the projected wind speed for 20-30 seconds (1,000 RPM for winds to 20
knots; 1,500 RPM for 30 knots, etc.).
•For storm conditions, you can increase the scope to 7:1 if there is adequate room to swing. The secondary
anchor is also available for additional holding power if a storm is anticipated. It’s best to set it before the storm
hits! Use the dingy to deploy the anchor off the bow in a V-shape pattern relative to the primary anchor.
•If anchored in a small cove where the boat may swing with the winds
or tides, you can deploy a line ashore from the stern to keep the
boat from swinging. You’ll find a 600’ floating polypropylene on a
reel inside the aft transom locker under the port helm. Position a
boat hook across the helm seats as an axle for the reel. Secure the
hook with the bungee cords provided. Run the line to shore with the
dinghy, secure it around a tree trunk or rock, then return and secure
it to a stern cleat. When you are ready to retrieve the line, just
uncleat it and wind the line back onto the spool.
Mooring Tips
If you are going to pick up a mooring ball, we’ve found that it can easier to
back down on the ball, pick up the mooring ring and thread the line though the ring while at the stern, and then walk the
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line forward to secure it to a bow cleat as the helmsman maneuvers the boat and backs in reverse slowly. We always
attach a second mooring line to act as a backup in case strong winds cause the primary line to chaff through.
BARBEQUE OPERATIONS
Interlude is equipped with a Magma propane BBQ grill. The propane supply for the BBQ is provided by the same propane
tank used for the galley stove. To turn on the gas for the grill, open the propane tank valve, open the small red valve at
the bottom of the locker that controls the flow of gas to the grill (see figure), then activate the solenoid switch next to
the galley stove (see “Propane”).
To light the grill, push-in the valve and rotate it slightly to the “HIGH” position, starting the flow of fuel. Press the piezo
lighter button located next to the valve (you’ll hear clicks as the lighter activates). Adjust the heat setting using the valve.
When finished grilling, leave the burner on for 5 minutes or so to burn off any excess grease then shut off the fuel by
turning the grill’s valve clockwise to the “OFF” position and allow to cool. Close the red-handled valve in the propane
locker if you won’t be using the BBQ again on your trip. Clean the grill grates with the brush provided, and close and lock
the lid. That’s all there is to it, happy grilling!
OPERATING TIP: Cooking with the lid closed provides the best heat distribution and shortest cooking times. The grill
cooks very hot; monitor your temperatures and cooking times carefully. There’s a meat thermometer in the galley
utensil drawer; we use it regularly when grilling.
BATTERIES, CHARGING, SHORE POWER AND INVERTER
Electrical System Highlights
•Batteries: Located under aft port bunk; 420 amps for house services, 105 amps for engine starter. Volt meters
are on the electrical panel; do not let voltages drop below 12.1V.
•Battery switches: Located on front of aft port bunk; leave ON (if leaving the boat for an extended period we turn
OFF the engine battery switch and lock the companionway – this way no one can steal the boat!).
•Charging: When the engine is running the batteries will be charging automatically. When on shore power,
charge the batteries by setting the battery charging switch on the electrical panel (left-hand side) to “ON.”
Propane tank with master valve (top) and red BBQ
valve (red arrow – valve in open position).
BBQ valve (1) and piezo lighter button (2).
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•Shore power: 50 ft. AC power cable (store in aft port transom locker when not in use); when connected to shore
power, blue LED will illuminate on the boat plug and red LED will be illuminated on the electrical panel. A 25 ft.
extension cord is also stored in the aft port locker.
•DC to AC Inverter: 2000W located in port aft cabin hanging locker. ON/OFF switch located on electrical panel.
Avoid using appliances that draw lots of power, like hair dryers.
•USB ports: located throughout the boat, use to charge your mobile devices.
Batteries
Interlude’s battery system has been upgraded to include five (5) high-capacity AGM deep cycle batteries, four (4) for the
house electronics providing ~420 amp-hours (Ah) (with ~1/2 of that effectively available to use before they should be
charged), and one for starting the engine. The battery bank and battery switches are in the aft port cabin, with the
batteries located under the berth. Under normal operations all battery switches should be set to “ON.”
The voltage readouts for the batteries are on the LCD display on the electrical panel in the main cabin; press the battery
icon to toggle between Domestic and Engine battery levels. When charging on shore power or running the engine, the
battery levels will be 12.9-13.4V. When you stop charging the levels will quickly drop to ~12.8V, then settle on 12.5V for
several hours, then start to drop again. Note that 11.8 volts is empty, which is not good. Don’t let the batteries fall
below 12.1 volts without recharging. If the battery level drops to a steady 12.1V, run the engine for about an hour at
1100 RPM to re-charge the batteries. We monitor the voltage readouts regularly when running on battery power to
ensure we don’t draw the batteries down too far, and we always check them before turning in at night. With proper
power management, expect to use ~50-75 Ah overnight after you go to bed2. The LCD panel provides a readout of the
current amperage draw. If the charge level drops to 12.2V and you can’t recharge, turn off as many systems as possible,
for example, the fridge (draws about 4 amps; it will keep food cold overnight).
SAFETY REMINDER – Never turn off the batteries when the engine is running, as this will seriously damage the electrical
system. If you have small children on board, the nice big red & black switches can look like something fun to play with.
Please make sure no one touches them while the engine is running.
OPERATING TIP: The bow thrusters have their own batteries and battery switch, located in the forward cabin under the
berth. Under normal circumstances you don’t need to do anything with this system.
Shore Power
Interlude is equipped with a 50-ft. shore power cable that attaches in the cockpit below the port helm There is also a 25
ft. extension cord stored in the aft port transom locker (under the helm). When on shore power, a blue LED light will
illuminate on the cable plug at the helm and a red light will be illuminated in the upper left-hand corner of the electrical
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where I is amperage, P is power (watts) and V is volts. For example, 75 Ah over 12 hours at night is ~6 amp/hr; at 12 volts,
this is consuming ~75 W of power, with the majority being used for the refrigerator.
Battery bank – aft port cabin.
Battery switches – aft port cabin.

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panel. Before connecting or disconnecting shore power please turn off the AC outlets and battery charger switches on
the electrical panel.
SAFETY REMINDER – To connect to shore power, first attach the power cable to the boat then to the shore power
junction box. To disconnect shore power, reverse the process – detach the cable from the shore power junction box first
then disconnect it at the boat. We store the power cable in the aft port transom locker (under the helm).
SAFETY REMINDER – If the reverse polarity light is fully illuminated, you have a bad shore power connection at the dock,
it means that the “hot” and “neutral” leads are reversed. Check with the marina operator to correct the problem.
Inverter
Interlude is equipped with a 2000W inverter that provides AC power for the electrical outlets,
microwave and entertainment system (TV-DVD/Blu-ray) when you are operating on battery
power. The ON/OFF switch and volt meter for the inverter are on the electrical panel in the main
cabin. When running on batteries, turn on the inverter and flip the AC outlet switch on the panel
to “ON.” Turn off the inverter when not in use to minimize drain on the battery. We recommend
not using appliances that draw lots of power when operating the inverter (hair driers are
notorious). The galley microwave is very efficient and it’s OK to run it off the inverter, but we
don’t recommend long cooking times (>10 minutes). Producing AC current with the inverter is
one of the heavier users of battery power, so monitor battery levels if you use it a lot.3
AC and USB Outlets
AC outlets are available in each cabin. Use these for charging phones, operating electrical
appliances, etc. The AC outlet switch on the electrical panel must be “ON” before the outlets will
work. NOTE: there is a master switch for the AC outlets under the Nav table; it needs to be “ON”
as well. USB ports are located throughout the boat; use these to charge your mobile electronics.
BERTHS
Interlude has three cabins with queen size beds, hanging lockers and storage areas. There’s ample lighting in each berth,
with a master switch near the door and individual controls for reading lights. All hatches come equipped with sliding
pull-out covers and pull-out screens. In the forward cabin, you’ll find a grey round vent button on the hatch cover. Push
this button up to allow ventilation to help reduce condensation in the cabin when the hatch is closed. If convenient,
leave cabin doors ajar at night to promote air circulation to reduce condensation. Each berth is also equipped with a ¾
inch “HydraVent” mat under the mattresses to promote air circulation and preserve heat.
The settee in the main salon converts into a full-size bed (see figure):
•Drop the salon table leaves; remove the settee cushions.
•In the settee storage compartments find the crossbeams and folding panel insert.
•Insert the support cross beams into the notches and place the panel insert on top.
•Place the mattress insert on top (stored in the port aft cabin).
•Replace the cushions.
3A good rule of thumb is (W*H)/12=A where W is load in Watts, H is hours of use and A is amps. A 700-watt microwave running for
10 minutes will use ~10 amps. The TV/DVD uses about 40 Watts, so watching TV for 3 hours will also consume ~10 amps. 10 amps
represents about 5% of the effective system capacity.
Inverter controls: ON/OFF
Switch (1), voltmeter (2).
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BILGE PUMPS
Please visually inspect the bilge each day, which is accessed by lifting the floorboard adjacent to the main salon table.
The refrigerator drains into the bilge, so most accumulated water is from melting ice and condensation. The discharge
port for the bilge is located at the port stern above the water line.
•Electric Bilge Pump –The electrical panel switch labeled “Auto Bilge Pump” must be “ON” for the float switch to
work (indicated by red light on the panel). Once a day move the switch to the manual position for a few seconds
and confirm you hear the pump running. There is also a backup electric bilge pump wired directly to the batteries.
It will come on automatically if needed. If there are any issues with the bilge pump contact San Juan Sailing.
•Emergency Hand-Operated Bilge Pump – The hand-operated pump is located at the starboard helm station
behind a small access hatch. The bilge pump handle is clipped to the underside of the starboard cockpit transom
locker hatch, under the starboard helm (see figure).
SAFETY REMINDER – The secondary, backup electric bilge pump is located on the starboard side of the bilge and is wired
directly to the house batteries. If water is entering the bilge and the primary bilge pump can’t keep up, the secondary
bilge pump will activate automatically.
SAFETY REMINDER – In emergencies, the shower sump pumps can be turned on if water rises into the heads to speed
up removing water from the main cabin.
1. Settee storage compartments
2. Crossbeams installed
3. Folding panel insert
4. Panel insert resting on crossbeams
5. Mattress insert and cushions
Setting-up the settee berth.
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BOW THRUSTER
ON/OFF: Switch is located at port helm. Press both left (red) and right (green) buttons
at same time to activate. Repeat to deactivate (it will turn off automatically after 15
minutes of inactivity). Engine must be running to use thrusters.
Operations: Tap red left button to direct bow to left. Tap green right button to direct
bow to right. It is best to use the thrusters in short bursts.
The batteries for the bow thruster are located under the forward cabin berth. The
batteries are charged whenever the engine is running or on shore power. It’s best to
operate the thrusters in short bursts to conserve power, prevent overheating the
thruster motor, and to have the best control of the boat.
OPERATING TIP: When approaching a dock under windy conditions, use the bow thrusters to control the position of
the bow to the dock so the crew can get the spring and stern lines cleated first.
SAFETY REMINDER – The bow thruster is powerful, capable of pushing the bow against a 30-knot side wind. It will rotate
the boat on its keel and can swing the stern sharply. Please position crew with a roving fender between the stern and
the dock at marinas to avoid hitting the dock or nearby boats.
CRAB TRAP
We’ve included a collapsible crab trap for your use. The trap and accessories (harness, weighted line, buoy, bait box,
measuring tool) are stored in the starboard cockpit lazarette. The trap folds flat for storage. To set it up, raise the side
panels and position the removable top over them. Snap the side panels to the top using the U-shaped retaining clips.
Bow thruster controls (red arrow).
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Reverse this process to disassemble and store the pot. The bait box attaches on the inside of the top panel of the trap. A
large crab pot for cooking your catch is located in the main salon settee next to the wine cabinet.
CUSHIONS
Salon Cushions
When removing the salon cushions from seat backs or the bench seats, slide your fingers between the Velcro tabs and
the attachment points to separate the two parts before pulling the cushion out. Pulling the cushions away from the
bulkheads or seats without separating the Velcro first can damage the covers.
Cockpit Cushions
The cockpit cushions are closed cell foam, which is subject to compression denting. Please store them flat (not rolled or
folded), and not against anything that could leave a permanent impression. Clean the cushions with a damp sponge or
cloth; please don’t use cleaners or solvents. We’ve also left several West Marine folding seats onboard; they are great
for use at the helms or to relax on deck. We recommend stowing the cockpit cushions in one of the berths whenever
you are sailing to minimize the chance of losing a cushion overboard.
Take care using sun-block lotion and insect repellent when using the cushions as these contain solvents that can damage
the cushions. Holes and tears must be repaired without delay, so please report any cushion damage to SJS staff.
DINGHY & OUTBOARD ENGINE
New for 2021, Interlude’s dinghy (“Tubby II” is an inflatable Kachemak 10’1” 5-person
model outfitted with a solid aluminum panel floor, seat, oars, bow storage
compartment and an outboard engine. It’s great to use to visit the shore, skip docking
and moor/anchor near the marina, go crabbing, or just motor around for fun.
Towing the Dinghy
Always remove the outboard motor before towing. Leave the red spare gas can for
the outboard engine in the dingy, tied off to the transom. Towing works best when
the dinghy is brought close to the boat with 4-5 feet of painter line between the stern
and the towing bridle of the dinghy. This lifts the bow out of the water and reduces
drag. Tie the painter off at a stern cleat with a standard cleat hitch, then attach the
bitter end to the stern rail using a rolling hitch or similar secure knot. If tied off on the
port side, make sure the dinghy is clear of the engine exhaust when motoring.
OPERATING TIP: You can remove the transom drain plug while towing or motoring to let any accumulated water drain
out automatically, otherwise the plug should be installed in the drain hole. Use the manual water pump to remove any
water that accumulates in the dinghy. The water pump, a manual foot pump to inflate the baffles, and a repair kit are
stored in the dinghy’s bow storage compartment.
Beaching the Dinghy
Please take care when beaching the dinghy; many beaches you’ll land on have sharp barnacle-covered rocks. When
approaching the shore, have the crew lean toward the back of the dinghy, reducing wear on the underside of the bow as
the dinghy lands. Once landed, offload everyone over the bow. Lift the dinghy over the rocks and barnacles using the
handles and set it down gently on the beach. Secure the painter under a rock or to a large driftwood log so the dinghy
won’t float away when the tide comes in.
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SAFETY REMINDER: As you land on the beach, turn off the outboard engine and tilt the engine forward so the prop is
not damaged by hitting the bottom. When departing, push off from shore then release the locking lever on the left side
of the engine when there is enough water for the prop to operate.
Inflating the Dinghy
If the dinghy needs inflation, the foot pump is stored in the bow storage compartment. The dinghy has three (3) baffles,
each with an inflation valve and valve cover located on the inside of the boat.
The foot pump is held closed with a locking clasp. Release the clasp, remove the valve cover, insert the inflation nozzle onto
the valve and give a ¼ turn to lock it in place. Inflate the baffle with the foot pump until it is firm. When done, detach the
inflation hose and replace the valve cover.
OUTBOARD ENGINE
Interlude is equipped with a Honda 4-stroke 2.3 horsepower outboard engine for the dinghy. This make and model has
proven to be a practical and very reliable outboard; nearly all the boats in the SJS fleet use this same engine.
Fuel and Oil for the Outboard Engine
SJS staff should have the engine full, or nearly so, for your trip. Please check the fuel level in the engine and in the spare
gas can when you first come aboard to make sure you have a gallon-plus for your trip.
SAFETY REMINDER: This is a 4-stroke engine and runs on regular gas. There is a small red gas can for the exclusive use of
the outboard. Keep it tied into the dinghy both for convenience and as a safety measure (gasoline fumes are explosive
and a dangerous fire hazard if gasoline is stored on a boat).
Operating the Outboard Engine
The outboard is light and easy to transfer from the stern rail mount to the dinghy transom. When mounted on the dinghy,
please secure it to the transom with the safety line.
SAFETY REMINDER: Please do not cruise with the outboard on the dinghy, always return it to the stern rail mount before
getting underway. It will stop working if saltwater gets into the carburetor intake.
Starting the Outboard
Referring to the picture on the next page:
•Push the fuel valve lever (left rear corner of the engine housing as you are looking at it) towards the back of the
engine housing to open the fuel valve.
•Pull out the choke (left forward corner of the housing as you are looking at it).
•Open the air vent on the top of the fuel cap (top of outboard) by turning to “ON” indicator.
•Make sure the black U-shaped kill clip (with the red lanyard) is clipped into the red shut-off knob (left forward
corner of the outboard).
•Turn the throttle handle ¼ turn counter-clockwise to the Start position.
•Pull the cord until it starts. Don’t jerk the cord out; instead, gently pull 6-12 inches out then use a smooth, firm
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Running the Outboard
•Push the choke back in shortly after the engine starts (after about 10 seconds).
•There is no transmission – just throttle up to go forward and throttle down to stop.
•If you want to go in reverse, just swivel the outboard around 180 degrees.
Shutting Off the Outboard
•Shut the outboard off by pushing in the red shut-off knob (where the kill clip is clipped in). Or just pull the red
lanyard until the clip pops off.
•To avoid prop damage when approaching a landing spot on shore, shut the outboard off and tilt it out of the
water before you reach the beach. Grasp the handle on the back of the engine and pull forward until it clicks and
stays in place; row the rest of the way to shore as needed.
•When ready to depart, grasp the handle, release the lever on the left side of the shaft, and lower the prop into
the water.
When the Outboard is Not in Use
•Put the engine back on the outboard mount on the stern rail and tighten both braces.
•Attach the safety line with a bowline or another secure knot.
•Pull the fuel valve lever forward to close (right rear corner of the engine housing).
•Close the air vent on top of the fuel cap (top of outboard) by turning it clockwise.
Troubleshooting
Here are some troubleshooting tips:
•If the engine won’t start, review the steps above, make sure there’s fuel in the tank, and check that the kill
switch clip is installed correctly.
1. Fuel lever (at back)
2. Choke
3. Air vent (on top)
4. Kill switch with clip
5. Throttle
6. Pull chord
7. Tilt lever
8. Safety line (tied to rail)
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Outboard engine controls.
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•If the outboard is running and the engine suddenly quits, it’s usually because a) the vent on the fuel cap isn’t
open (the engine will die soon after starting), or b) you’ve run out of fuel. Open the vent cap and/or add fuel
from the gas can to the engine.
DODGER, BIMINI, AND SIDE PANELS
Interlude’s dodger and bimini create a wonderful outdoor room. On sunny
days, it’s great to remove the center bimini section to enjoy the weather. The
bimini panel that covers the twin helms is permanently installed. The optional
side and rear panels can completely enclose the cockpit. Please don’t attempt
to remove the dodger; it’s very difficult to re-install.
The dodger’s “Plexiglas” windows are vulnerable to scratching from dirt and
salt. When sea water spray dries on the glass, tiny salt crystals are deposited.
To clean, do not wipe the plexiglass with a rag or sponge. Use generous
amounts of fresh water and “flood” the glass panels to dissolve the salt
crystals, then allow them to air dry. We usually wait until we are docked and
use fresh water from the marina, but you can use the cockpit shower or
fresh water from the galley. If the dodger glass is clear, you can thank
previous guests for their diligence. And we thank you too!
OPERATING TIP: Most spray-on sunscreens and bug-sprays react
chemically with the dodger’s Plexiglas. Please spray downwind of the
dodger glass and don’t lean against the panels: any chemical contact will
ruin the Plexiglas.
Side/rear enclosure panels are available for trips in colder months (fall,
winter, early spring); contact San Juan Sailing in advance of your trip to
have the enclosure panels put onboard. They are stored rolled up in a
large cardboard tube. To remove and store the panels, lay them flat on
the cockpit table (raise the table leaves), pat dry as needed, roll them up, and store them in the large carboard tube.
ELECTRICAL PANEL
Highlights for Using the Electrical Panel
•Location: Main salon on the port side. Switches are labeled with colored
dots to indicate their normal settings (see figure).
•Shore power: Automatically ON when connected, OFF when
disconnected (no ON/OFF switch).
•Battery charger: Switch must be “ON” when connected to shore power to
charge the batteries.
•Bilge pump: Leave in “AUTO” position.
•Fuses & breakers: Located behind the panel; access only if a breaker
needs to be reset.
Full cockpit enclosures in place.
Default electrical panel switch settings.
Dodger and bimini on Interlude.

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Switches and Controls on the Electrical Panel
The electrical panel is in the main salon on the port side. Here are some things to note:
•Shore Power: All the AC controls are along the
left side of the panel. There is no “master
switch” to turn on AC power; when you
connect and disconnect shore power, AC is
simply ON or OFF. When the AC is ON, a red
LED light is illuminated in the upper left-hand
corner of the panel. Ensure that the switches
for the AC items (water heater, battery charger,
AC plugs) are turned OFF before connecting or
disconnecting shore power.
•Water Heater: Activate the electric hot water
heater when you are on shore power if you
need more hot water (when the engine is
running it heats the water).
•Battery Charger: Turn ON the battery charger switch whenever you are connected to shore power. It must be
“ON” to charge the batteries while on shore power.
•AC Plugs: Activate this switch to turn ON the AC electrical outlets located throughout the boat, run the microwave
oven, operate the TV/DVD-Blu-ray entertainment system, etc. NOTE: there is a master switch for the AC outlets
under the Nav table. It also must be “ON” for the outlets to work.
•Bilge Pump: Always leave the bilge pump setting in “Auto.” Test the pump daily by switching to manual and
listening for the pump to run, then return it to the “Auto” setting.
•Water Pump: If you don’t hear the pump start when you turn it ON at the panel, it means that the system is at
working pressure – you should hear the pump start again after you use some fresh water. Note that the marine
toilets use raw water and do not impact the fresh water supply. Showers and sinks in the heads use the fresh
water supply, as does the cockpit shower.
•Cabin Lights: This switch turns ON/OFF DC power to the LED lights located throughout the boat. It must be “ON”
before you can turn on any lights on the boat.
•Fridge Unit: We normally leave the fridge switch “ON.” If the house battery charge level drops to ~12.2V and
you aren’t planning to run the engine or connect to shore power to charge the batteries, turn the fridge off.
Your provisions will stay cold overnight.
•Navigation Instruments: Turn this switch “ON” to activate the B&G electronics, instrumentation, and multi-
function display in the cockpit. This switch also provides power for the depth sounder, knotmeter and radar.
•Anchor, Steaming and Deck Flood Lights: When anchored or mooring, turn on the Anchor Light at dusk (located
at the top of the mast). Turn on the deck Flood Light if you want to go forward on deck at night.
•Circular toggle switch and LED display: Cycle through this multi-function controller to display the fuel gauge,
water gauges (Tank 1 - Aft and Tank 2 - Forward) and battery levels (Domestic and Engine) in the LED display
panel. The accuracy of the fuel and water gauges can get questionable when they drop to ¼ full – at ¼ full it’s
time to find the fuel dock!
Electrical Panel – AC controls on the left, DC controls in the middle; toggle
switch and LED on the right are used for checking battery charge and tank
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ELECTRONICS – NAVIGATION, INSTRUMENTATION AND
COMMUNICATION SYSTEMS
Overview of Electronic Systems
Interlude’s electronic systems begin with the B&G Zeus212” touchscreen multi-function display (MFD), which is housed
in a swivel enclosure mounted under the cockpit table between the helms.4The system rotates and tilts, so it’s
accessible from either helm. To activate the MFD and the other electronic systems on the boat, turn on the Navigation
Instruments switch on the electrical panel in the main cabin. Interlude is also equipped with a B&G Triton2multifunction
instrument display and autopilot controls, both located next to the port helm.
Instrumentation and navigation systems interfaced to the Zeus2include:
•Chartplotter with Navionics™ charts for US and Canadian Pacific Northwest waters
•GPS navigation
•Magnetic compass
•Autopilot with multiple navigation modes
•Marine Automatic Identification System (AIS) transponder and receiver
•Depth sounder
•Knotmeter
•Masthead wind sensor (speed and direction used in the calculation of true and apparent winds)
•Broadband 4G™ Radar
•B&G’s patented “SailSteer” system (you’re going to love this!)
•Rudder angle
•Waypoints, routing and tracking
•Tides and currents (direction, rates, timing)
•Alarms (e.g., shallow depth warning)
•FUSION audio system (controls selection of entertainment audio source and volume levels for the cockpit
speakers; includes Bluetooth and USB connections for audio sources)
•GoFree™ Wi-Fi gateway (mirrors the Zeus2displays from anywhere on the boat using an iPad or Android tablet
running the GoFree™ Link app)
In addition, there are 110V AC, 12V DC, and USB outlets for charging cell phones and other electronic devices located
throughout the cabin.
SAFETY REMINDER – Chartplotter depths are shown in feet (paper charts use fathoms, 1 fathom = 6 ft.). Starting at the
60-foot contour line (10 fathoms), depths are presented in blue. Start zooming-in the display when motoring or sailing
inside the 10-fathom limit, giving you maximum detail.
Basic Operations
Activate the Zeus2by pressing the Power button. Tap “Accept” at the license acceptance screen and the display will then
show the page(s) last used, typically the Chart application. Most pages have a Menu to select functions and change
4The operating manual for the Zeus2is kept in the main cabin near the Nav table.