C&C Makai 27 User manual

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C&C 27
Makai
Welcome Aboard
Quick Start Guide/Boat Manual

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C&C 27 Makai - Boat Manual
Seattle Sailing Club
Welcome aboard our C&C 27Mk. II, Makai, designed as a pocket cruiser with great sailing
performance. The hull is a round-bilge design with a deep fin keel, raked bow and a plumb
transom stern fitted with an outboard rudder. We are doing everything possible to make sure
this boat is always ready to go. Please treat her with the care she deserves, like she is your
own boat. This manual is designed to make your journey easier and give you the extra
information underway you may be seeking. Help us out by filling out and turning in the user
reports each trip so we can continue providing the safest and best equipment possible.
Thanks and have a great sail! SSC
C&C 27s are some of the favorite boats in our fleet for the following reasons:
Day sailing performance
Comfortable cabin with sleeping quarters in the v-berth, main settee and a quarter berth.
Working galley with a two burner propane cook-top, ice box and fresh water galley sink.
Marine toilet with a 20 gallon holding tank.
Fully reef-able main sail with two reef points
Roller furling headsail with reef marks
Mercury 9.9 HP Electric start/tilt outboard engine
Shore power with outlets and battery charger
Cabin lights, running lights and anchor light.
Danforth anchor with a total of 30 feet of chain and 100 feet line with a bow roller and locker
Makai’s Challenges - Things to Know
Makai has a 9.9 horsepower outboard engine which is unique to the other outboards in the club as it
is equipped with an electric start button and an electric tilt☺Especially make sure “off/run”switch
is flipped to run, fuel line is fully attached, and gear shift handle is actually in neutral just past notch
moving towards reverse or the engine will not start. (See engine section in manual for details)
Use great care when easing the topping lift! If you accidentally let this cleat go the boom could
land on your sailing mate’s head and cause an injury! Ease slowly. Makai’s topping lift is found on
the port side of the companionway. See picture in Sails and Rigging section of manual.
Always ease the boom vang, main sheet and reefing lines before raising the main sail.
Don’t stand on the forward hatch as it is prone to breaking.

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Table of Contents
Boat Specifications p. 4-5
C&C 27 Diagram p. 5
Inventory list p. 6
Safety Equipment p. 7-8
Inboard Systems
The Engine-Starting/Stopping/Operating p. 9-15
Engine diagrams p. 12-15
Refueling p. 11
Electrical System-AC/DC p. 16
Electronics p. 17-18
DC/AC Panel Diagram p. 18
Accommodations p. 19
Galley Systems p. 20-21
Fresh Water System p. 21
Head System p. 22-23
Anchor System p. 24
Sails and Rigging p. 25-30
Main Sail Reefing/ Diagram p. 27-29
Roller Furling Headsail p. 30
Securing Makai- Post Sail Checklist p. 31-33

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Boat Specifications
LOD: 26’6”
Beam: 9’3”
Draft: 4’10”'
Mast Height Above Water: 33.5’
Fuel Tank capacity: 10 gallons diesel
Water Tank capacity: 20 gallons
Anchor: Danforth with Rode Length: Chain is 30,’ line is 150’( 7/16”) twisted nylon
A/C Outlets: 3outlets located aft of galley sink, below port settee & starboard/below head sink
12V Outlets: none Inverter with AC plugs for phone charger
Engine: Mercury 9.9 HP electric start outboard
Accommodations: Sleeps 5 w/ V-berth(dbl) port settee(dbl) and quarter berth,
cold water w/ hand pump, 2 burner propane stove, ice box, head.
Instrumentation: Bulkhead mount Compass, digital depth sounder, knot meter, electric heater,
VHF radio
Sails: Main Sail w double reef, Roller furling genoa/jib

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Makai’s
Inventory List
OPERATIONS EQUIPMENT Location
Danforth anchor w/30’chain and 100’ line. Anchor Locker-Bow
Boat Hook Above Port settee
2 Winch handles Safety Box above Port settee
Roller Furling Headsail w/ attached sheets. Forestay
SAFETY Location
6 Type II PFDs in bag Below V-berth
1 Type IV Throw cushion Portside quarterberth
2 Type ABC: 1 - Fire Extinguishers Starboard and port bulkheads
1 Air Horn w/ replacement canister Safety box above Port settee
Flare kit w/ 3 handheld, 1 whistle Lower drawer below propane stove
Tapered wooden plugs ““
First Aid kit Above starboard settee
VHF radio ““
Manual bilge pump handle Propane locker stbd. cockpit
GALLEY ITEMS
Kettle (Aft of stove) Sauce pan (Aft of stove)
6 Plates ““French press ““
6 Bowls ““Large carving/Steak knives (utensil box)
6 Cups/Coffee mugs “ “Lighter ““
Silverware ““Cutting Board (aft of stove)
Frying Pan ““Salad bowl ““
Tongs/Spatula ““Cork screw (utensil box)
ADDITIONAL SUPPLIES Location
Toilet Paper –1 roll per night in plastic bag (locker outboard of head sink)
Dish Soap outboard of stove
2 Scrub pads ““
Paper Towels ““
Garbage Bags ““
Zip lock bags (locker outboard of head sink)
Hand sanitizer ““

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Safety Equipment/USCG Required items
Registration- Makai’s papers are kept in the front of this manual.
PFDs- Although each sailor should supply their own PFD to fit their body type and usage
requirements, many times there are extra personal floatation devices stowed under the v-berth.
Know where and how many are onboard before you leave the dock.
Type IV’s -There is a USCG throw cushion in the quarter-berth.
Flares- There is a flare kit with current handheld flares located in the safety box above the port
settee and another below the propane stove. Please ensure these are dated properly and look
usable.
Fire extinguishers- 2 Type ABC-I extinguishers located on the starboard and port bulkheads
Air Horn- (with 1 replacement air cartridge) located in safety box.
Running lights- There are running lights and a steaming light switch on the DC panel.
**Note: know the location of all safety items before leaving dock!
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Type IV in Quarterberth Flares below Cook stove
ABC:1s - Port bulkhead Fwd of starboard bulkhead

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SAFETY EQUIPMENT (continued)
PFDs under V-berth Safety box w horn and flares/boat hook –stbd settee
Additional safety equipment:
Wooden plugs- tapered wooden plugs are stowed in drawer underneath the galley stove in
case of valve failure. Locate each valve before sailing.
First Aid Kit-Located next to VHF on starboard.
Manual bilge pump- socket located port of tiller post. Handle is in the propane locker. It
takes 10-15 pumps to prime.
3-way switch Bilge pump/Float switch Manual Bilge Pump
Electric Bilge Pump- The electric bilge pump can be found under the table. Switch is located
port of the companionway steps next to the DC battery switch. Bilge pump has a 3-way switch
auto/off/manual and is usually in the “auto” position. By turning on the manual switch you are
operating in a per time mode. After use do not leave “on” in manual position as the pump may
burn out if the bilge is dry. Switch back to auto to activate the float switch.

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C&C 27
Makai’s SYSTEMS
The Engine-Starting/Stopping/Operating
Makai is powered by a 9.9 HP Mercury 4 stroke outboard engine. This is a great engine and if
cared for during your charter will serve you well. Always make sure the engine is getting coolant,
lubrication, and proper fuel by completing the checklist each day.
Pre-start Checklist:
**Makai has an electric tilt and start so the procedures are unique to other outboards in club.
ALWAYS check the following before starting the engine:
- Engine is lowered into the water with the electric tilt switch. (See pic below)
- Fuel level is more than ½ full
- Fuel tank vent is open
- Connect fuel line
- Ensure fuel petcock selector is in horizontal position (AUX tank) (see diagram)
- Pump bulb
- Red stop switch (Run/Off) flipped to “Run”
- Engine in neutral (shift handle through forward, reverse, neutral) Find notch
just after Neutral before Reverse. See picture
- Choke out
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Electric Tilt switch Up/Down Choke/ Fuel line connection Off/Run switch-Start Button

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Starting the engine-
After completing the start checklist you are ready to start and warm up the engine. With the engine in
neutral First push in the Throttle Only switch, throttle up slightly and push the start button. Once
running, bring the engine back to neutral position and the Throttle Only button will pop out allowing
you access to gears.
If the engine doesn’t start:
Go back through checklist to problem solve. Sometimes the fuel line is not fully attached, the run
switch is off, or the vent is not open enough. If the engine electric start doesn’t respond at all,
double check that gear shift handle is in the neutral notch just offset towards Reverse.
Repeat earlier steps to try again.
Once running, make sure there is water running out the back indicating cooling. Allow the engine to
run at low RPMs until it starts to speed up. Then push in the choke until the engine is running
smoothly. To achieve full throttle range the choke typically has to be completely pushed in once the
engine is warmed up.
Gear shift/Throttle Throttle Only button for starting
Start Diagram Stop Button

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Flooded engine-
If engine still won’t start you may have a flooded engine. If you smell rich fuel and engine hasn’t
started after 6 or more seconds, you have probably flooded. If so push choke in, turn throttle way up
and push start. Try again. If still flooded, contact the dock staff. You may have to wait 20 minutes
before retrying or dock staff can drain the carburetor.
Engine Operation-
Outboards typically like to run fast-not too slow. By running the engine high enough the operating
temperature clears out extra carbon and burns off extra oil. This optimizes performance and increases
engine longevity. The challenge is keeping a good RPM (without operating at high speed inside the
marina), but not slow enough to cut out.
To achieve a tighter turn radius, angling the engine the same direction as the tiller can be very effective
especially in reverse.
Warning: Make sure engine is well secured with clamps turned tightly to the right. (Righty
tighty ☺) Never loosen these underway and risk dropping engine into the water. Also, the safety
line should be connected from engine to the boat. Especially with rough seas.
Stopping the engine-
To shut down the engine, throttle down, put into neutral then push red stop button on end of throttle
handle. Once the engine stops, Turn Run switch to Off, and disconnect fuel line. Next, push the electric
tilt button “up”. Make sure to hold throttle up when raising engine to avoid damage. Close tank
vent.
Refueling- Mercury 4 stroke engines only burn unleaded! Ethanol free fuel is preferred when
available. Not diesel or pre-mix. Disconnect fuel line from engine then close vent on tank. Carry to
fuel dock downwind of boat to avoid filling cabin with fumes. Fill tank watching closely for overflow.
Fuel dock pumps do not have auto shut-off valves. Once full, reconnect to engine, open valve, then go
through start procedures. Only refuel if you had the boat for an overnight. SSC will refuel day-sail
charters.
Safety precautions:
Anytime you smell gas fumes in the cabin, do not start engine until you have completely ventilated the
boat by opening all compartments.
Never leave the fuel tank up high in the cockpit when you are motoring outside of the marina. A falling
fuel tank could cause a fire!

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Electrical System
DC System- C&C27s have two 12v batteries. Battery selector knob is aft and port of the
companionway steps. DC #1 battery is the engine start battery. DC #2 House battery will activate
all switches on the DC panel operating lights, navigation instruments, propane solenoid, bilge
pump, etc. Leave “on” when in use. Switch to #2 battery when the engine is off to conserve #1 for
starting engine and charging both batteries with the trickle charger on the engine.
Bilge pump and Battery Switches Batteries located under companionway
DC/AC Switch Panels
AC System- C&C 27s’s AC system is primarily to recharge batteries and access outlets for
heaters, cell phone chargers, etc. The AC panel is next to the DC panel below the companionway.
Main breaker switch is at the top. To access AC, plug in the shore power cord with all breakers off.
Then turn on the shore breaker (1) and boat master breaker (2) then desired switches.(3)
Shore power
Shore Power
Heaters plugged into 110v

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Electronics- to Activate DC systems, the DC Battery selector knob and “Main Cabin
Supply” breaker must be “On” (See picture p. 18)
VHF-To access the VHF radio, turn on the “VHF/Instruments” switch on the DC panel then press
right- hand power button to turn on the unit. The lower knob tunes in the squelch til just not
“fuzzy”. The arrows tune in channels. The radio automatically comes onto Channel 16, the USCG
emergency station. Call “May Day” 3x in life threatening situations. “Pan! Pan! Pan!” in urgent/
distress and simply “USCG” if unsure. Know your position, how many onboard, life-threatening
circumstances, boat name.
Additional channels:
68-72 non-commercial for extended conversation
14- Vessel commercial traffic
13 Bridges
WX 1-4 weather (push on “WX” button mid-right)
17 Port of Seattle (Shilshole)
Lights- Main Cabin, Running (sail), Steaming (power), Anchor, Foredeck
(see p. 18)
Depth/Speed- accessed through “Depth Sounder” switch on panel. Display units are
located port of the companionway. Depth reads as water below 4.5 ft. draft.
VHF Inverter for cell phone charging underway
Knotmeter/Depth Sounder Bulkhead Compass

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DC /AC Panel
DC Switches (Main DC switch next to selector knob p. 16)
Cabin lights
Running Light (sailing and motoring)
VHF
Steaming Light (motoring)
Masthead Light (anchoring)
Foredeck Light
Depth
Spare
AC Switches
AC Main Breaker (Reverse Polarity-If red light comes on turn off breaker and check connection)
Battery Charger
Main Cabin Outlets

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Accommodations
Makai has a comfortable cabin with sleeping quarters in v-berth, main settee and a quarter-
berth. She sleeps 5 w/ V-berth (short dbl) port settee (dbl) and single quarter berth aft to
port. The salon lays amidships and is fitted with straight settees to port and stbd. There is a drop
down table large enough to double as a chart table.
Makai is equipped with a fully functional galley with a two burner propane cook-top, ice box
and fresh water galley sink with a hand pump. There is also a Marine toilet with a 20 gallon
holding tank and bathroom sink.
V-berth/Quarter Berth/Main cabin

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Galley Systems
C&C27s have a very functional galley with a two-burner propane stove, an ice box and stainless
sinks with a fresh water hand pump. The salon lays amidships port and stbd. There is a drop down
table large enough to double as a chart table.
Propane Stove/Oven system
When operating the propane stove it is crucial to follow these steps for safe operation.
To light the stove:
(1) Open the gate valve on the propane tank (located in the starboard lazarette.) PSI gauge should
activate indicating approximately 100psi which is full.
(2) Light the propane lighter holding next to the desired burner.
(3) Finally, expose the selected burner to flame and push and turn the gas control knob on the stove
counter clockwise. Once lit, keep holding in knob for 15 seconds to activate safety sensor.
Note: If burner does not light, recheck earlier steps. Anytime there are propane fumes lingering,
ventilate boat completely before restarting process. Propane is wonderful but highly volatile if used
improperly!
To shut down propane: (1) First, turn off the valve on the tank.
(2) Once flame is extinguished, turn off knob(s) on stove. (3) Especially make sure valve is closed
at the end of the day. Enjoy your food!
Tankk
Two-Burner Cookstove Tank