Horizon Yacht Charters Jeanneau 50DS 2009 'Patriche II' User manual

Information & operations manual for
Jeanneau 50DS 2009
‘Patriche II’

Welcome
Welcome to Horizon Yacht Charters and your Jeanneau 50DS “Patriche II”.
We hope you had a pleasant journey and are looking forward to a fantastic
holiday and some of the finest sailing in the world here.
This manual is here to guide you through the in’s and out’s of your yacht.
Please take the time to read this manual and don’t hesitate to ask any of our
professional, friendly staff if you have any questions.
All of the yachts in the Horizon fleet are maintained to the highest standards
so that you may enjoy a trouble free vacation, on a beautiful yacht. Please
remember that these yachts are all privately owned and we ask that you care
for it like it was your own.
Best wishes for a great vacation,
Sylvia and Andrew
Directors
Office Hours:
Monday – Sunday 08:30 – 17:30
Telephone: [phone]
Duty Manager: [phone]

Contents
1. Yacht specifications
2. 12 volt and 110 volt panel, breakers and fuses
3. The inverter panel
4. Engine start procedures
5. Daily engine checks
6. The generator
7. Air conditioning
8. Instruments
9. VHF radio
10. Batteries
11. Anchoring and using the windlass
12. Picking up a mooring buoy
13. Bilge pumps
14. Fresh water systems
15. Heads
16. Showers
17. Refrigeration
18. Using the stove and propane
19. The BBQ
20. Fire safety
21. The dinghy and outboard

1. Yacht specifications
Length 49’ 5”
Beam 14’ 9”
Draft 5’ 7”
Fuel 63 gallons
Water 162 gallons
Engine 75 hp Yanmar
Location of:
Fresh water refills (1 port fwd quarter, 1 stbd aft)
Diesel refill (port aft quarter)
Manual bilge pump (at port lazerette)
Propane tank (at stbd helm)
Windlass breaker, battery breakers, electric winch breaker and bow
thruster breaker (port side of aft cabin below berth)
110 volt breakers (aft port cockpit locker)
Water tanks change over valve (behind starboard mid seating)
Generator (accessed beneath stern steps)

2. 12v & 110v Panel
12 volt panel
First column:
Cabin lights
12 volt outlet
Second column:
Fridge
Tri color light
Fresh water pump
Bilge pump (note that this should always be switched to ‘auto’)
Third column:
Navigation instruments
Deck floodlight
Anchor light
Steaming/navigation lights (toggle switch)
The circular button to the right of the 12v panel allows you to check the
levels of your water tanks, fuel tank and your battery levels
110v panel 12v panel fuel/water gauge

110 volt systems:
110V A/C Panel
Volt meter
First row:
Water heater
Back-up charger
Second row:
110v electrical breakers

Battery switches, windlass,
electric winch and bow thruster
breakers and autopilot breaker are
located in the port aft cabin
beneath the berth

3. Transfer Breaker, Generator control & Inverter panel
Transfer breakers: Generator control Battery charger/inverter
Shore power
Generator
Inverter
16k Air condition
8k Air condition
Air condition pump

4. Engine start procedures
•Press the button labeled “start on” to engage the ignition (green arrow).
•Press and hold the same button until you hear the engine start up.
•Once the engine starts, adjust the revs if necessary and check that there
is water coming out of the exhaust.
•When the throttle handle is returned to neutral the button springs back
out, so the next time you move the throttle your gears will be engaged.
To stop the engine:
•Put throttle handle to neutral
•Press the button labeled “stop” (red arrow)
•Press the button labeled “off” (blue arrow)
Should you hear an engine alarm during operation, check which alarm light is
on and then shut down the engine and contact Horizon.
All yacht engines run with diesel. There is a diesel filler cap on the transom
which is clearly marked ‘Diesel’. DO NOT PUT WATER IN HERE!

Bow Thrusters
Only operate the bow thrusters when the engine is switched on.
To switch the bow thrusters on, press both red and green buttons at the
same time for 1 second. An audible alarm will sound and a green light will
appear in the center of the red button.
The bow thrusters will automatically switch off after 5 minutes. To manually
turn off the bow thruster off, press both buttons at the same time for 1
second.
Note:
To avoid damaging the bow thruster, do not depress any directional button
longer than 5 seconds.
The proper usage of the bow thruster will be demonstrated during your boat
orientation.

5. Daily engine checks
•Check the oil level using dip stick located to the left rear of the engine.
The level should be at least halfway between the empty and full marks.
To add oil open the oil filler cap on the top of the engine.
•To the back of the engine is the engine coolant reservoir. The coolant
level should be between the maximum and minimum lines.
•Check for any engine leaks or bilge water below engine.
KEEP HANDS CLEAR OF ALL MOVING PARTS.
ANY PROBLEMS CALL HORIZON
Oil dip stick Coolant reservoir
Coolant refill
Oil refill

6. Generator
Patriche II is fitted with its own generator which will run the 110v outlets, the
air conditioning and will also charge the batteries in place of the engine. The
generator is located in the transom locker under the aft steps. The
generators are self regulating and therefore there are no daily checks to
perform.
To start the generator:
•Make sure the 110v systems are off prior to starting the generator.
•Ensure that you have switched from shore power to generator power.
•Press the top switch down for 5 seconds. Whilst holding the top switch
down, pinch the bottom switch up. Hold them both until the generator
starts up and the psi reaches 58.
•The generator should continue to run when you release the switches.
•Allow the generator to warm up for 5 minutes and then gradually load up
the system, adding one load every 2 minutes.
Stopping the generator
•Turn off all 110v systems
•Push down quickly on the bottom of the switch and release.
•The generator will close down.
Resetting the generator:
If the generator trips out check the reset breakers on the front panel of the
generator itself.
YOU MUST NOT RUN THE GENERATOR WHEN UNDERWAY

7. Air conditioning
The air conditioning breakers should be turned on after the generator has
been running for 5 minutes (or once the boat is plugged into shore power)
and the breakers should be shut off before stopping the generator or
unplugging from shore power.
Ensure the companionway and all hatches are closed; otherwise the
compressors will freeze up.
Starting the air conditioning:
•Switch on the ac pump first.
•Switch on the required units; there are 2: forward cabin and main saloon
and aft cabin.
•Each of these units also has an individual control which allows users to
alter the settings for the individual units.
Using the unit control panels:
•Switch the remote units on using the ‘fan’ button.
•Set the temperature using the ‘set’ button and the ‘up’ and ‘down’ controls.
•The units will work best is the minimum temperature is set no lower than
63 degrees. Set it below this and you risk frosting up the unit and causing
it to shut down.
•Only select the ‘cool’ mode.
•The remote panel will automatically display the ambient temperature.
•Switch the units off by pressing the ‘off’ button.

8. Instruments
Located at the port helm are the following Raymarine instruments:
Located at the starboard helm are the following Raymarine instruments:
Located at the cockpit table is a Raymarine C120 chart plotter.
Bow thruster ST70 Autopilot ST70 Tridata
ST70 Tridata ST70 tridata Wind

9. VHF procedures
Using the VHF radio:
Familiarize yourself with the method for switching channels, and with the
squelch and volume controls on your radio. Most radios have a button to
instantly select Channel 16 – ensure you understand how this operates or
you could end up speaking on Ch. 16 when you think you are on some other
channel.
1. Make sure the radio is switched on, volume quite high, power to high
unless the station you are calling is very close.
2. Squelch up until loud hissing, and then back a little until the noise just
stops.
3. Select the channel for calling (Channel 16, unless specified otherwise).
4. Press switch on microphone when speaking. Release immediately.
If no response then wait two minutes and repeat the call. If still no
response, wait a further two minutes before trying again. If calling on
Channel 16, it is very important to switch to a working channel after the
contact is established. Do no use Channel 16 for your conversations – this
channel is for hailing and distress only.
Channels to use:
16 Hailing and Distress
74 Contact Horizon Yacht Charters (when in range)
12 Yacht Charter Companies working channel – assigned for yacht
breakdown servicing and emergency only
68 Marinas and Yacht Clubs – for lunch/dinner reservations etc
06 Ship to Ship – along with Channel 68 and 77 can be used for contact
between boats
In the event that your vessel is involved in a non-life threatening incident
with an object or with another vessel, it is important that you contact the
Horizon Office immediately at 494 8787 or 542 8788. Please remember to
get as much information as possible about your location, the other vessel’s
description and what damage has been done to your vessel so that we can
best assist you.
Failure to report any accidents or incidents in a timely manner may
result in nullification of your hull damage insurance.

Types of emergency:
In the unlikely event that you are involved in an emergency stay calm and
follow these steps. You will also have an Emergency Procedure card next to
your VHF.
Distress: “MAYDAY, MAYDAY, MAYDAY.” This is an International Distress
signal and an imperative call for assistance. It is used only when a life or
vessel is considered to be in grave and imminent danger.
Mayday Relay: used to summon help for a vessel which is either too far
offshore to contact the coastguard directly, without radio capabilities or
whose radio has been damaged or destroyed.
Urgency: “PAN-PAN, PAN-PAN, PAN-PAN” This is the International Urgency
Signal and is used when a vessel or person is in some jeopardy but is not
considered to be in grave and imminent danger.
Medical emergency: “PAN-PAN MEDICO, PAN-PAN MEDICO, PAN-PAN
MEDICO” (Pronounced med-ick-oh). This is an International Urgency Signal
that should be used when medical advice is needed.
Safety: “SECURITE, SECURITE, SECURITE” (Pronounced Say-cure-it-tay).
This is an International Safety Signal and is a message about some aspect of
navigational safety or a weather warning.
How to issue an emergency message
Select Channel 16 and press transmit button on handset
Say slowly and clearly ‘MAYDAY, MAYDAY, MAYDAY, CALLING ALL STATIONS
This is…. (vessel name)….’ and repeat vessel name 3 times
Give position – vessel’s position in degrees of latitude and longitude or
nautical miles from, and bearing to, a navigational landmark
Describe emergency –list the problem, the type of assistance needed;
number of passengers aboard (boat length, hull color and type is also useful)
Wait 1 minute for a response, repeat message
ALTERNATIVELY: Dial either 767(sos) or 999 from any BVI cell phone
or call 494- HELP (4357)

10. Batteries
There are 3 ways to recharge your batteries.
Engine:
The batteries will need to be recharged as often as you deplete them.
Conserving power will result in less time needed for charging, so turn off
systems that you are not using. Your batteries will charge when the engine is
running at 1400rpms or more, whether sitting at a mooring or motoring to a
destination.
•Check the battery levels and make note of them before charging.
•Run the engine at 1400rpms or more for 1-1 1/2hrs.
•Shut the motor off.
•Wait 15 minutes before checking the battery levels, (directly after turning
off the motor they will remain in an excited state for about 10 minutes).
Shore power:
Engage the two shore power breakers above the 12v panel. Ensure the
battery charger button on the link 2000 panel is illuminated and that the
110v battery charging and inverter breakers are also on.
Generator:
Switch the two breakers at the navigation station from shore power to
generator power. Ensure the battery charger button on the link 2000 panel
is illuminated and that the 110v battery charging and inverter breakers are
also on.

11. Anchoring & the windlass
Setting your anchor:
Preparation:
•Establish a non verbal communication system from bow to stern, as with
the noise of the engine and wind, verbal communication proves difficult.
•Tie the dinghy painter close to the boat at the bow or amidships to avoid
wrapping it around the prop.
Location:
•Choose a clear area to anchor in, normally in 12 to 25 feet. A white
bottom is sand and perfect for anchoring. A brown or green bottom will be
grass, rock or coral. Only anchor in sand.
•Make sure that you are not on a lee shore; i.e. that the land mass is
protecting you from the elements and that you are not being pushed onto
the shore. A lee shore is the most dangerous place to anchor your
yacht.
Action:
•Manually lift the anchor over the bow roller and feed the chain so the
anchor is just above the water surface.
•Use the elements; approach from down wind or current, whichever
prevails.
•Once the yacht is stationary use the electric windlass to drop the anchor.
The elements will push you back and away from the anchor.
•Minimum scope is 5:1. In heavy weather you may want to increase that,
always ensuring your swing area is clear of any obstacles.
•Engage reverse, slowly building up to 1500 rpm to really drive your hook
into the sand.
•Once set, put the engine in neutral and allow the yacht to settle, take
transits around the bay to ensure you are not dragging, it is always
advisable to snorkel the anchor and ensure it is bedded in correctly and
not just lying on its side.
Attaching the snubbing line:
•Once you are happy that the anchor is set you must attach the snubbing
line. The snubbing line protects the windlass and it is important that you
attach the snubber every time you set the anchor.
•Attach the hook around the chain link (the hook is too big to go though
the link) and cleat off the bitter end of the line to a bow cleat. Pay out
enough chain so that the snubbing line becomes taut.
•If the hook falls of the chain it means that there is not enough tension on
the line. In this case re-attach the hook and pay out more chain until the
line is once again taut.
Setting a secondary anchor:
If a second anchor is required, e.g. you are anchoring in a mooring field and
need to control your swing room, deploy the primary as above and attach the
secondary at the bow. Drive the boat forward at a 45 degree angle to the
primary. Once in line with the primary deploy the secondary and allow the
elements to push you back. Increase astern to 1500 rpm to drive in the
secondary. Snorkel over the anchor to ensure a good hold.

Manual operation of the windlass
If you lose power to your windlass, start the engine and give it some revs, to
make sure you have not just got a low battery voltage. If you still have no
power, you can operate the windlass manually.
To drop the anchor, insert your windlass handle into the central opening on
top of the windlass. Turn the windlass handle so that the hold on the chain
loosens and pull the break away from the windlass.
Your anchor is now ready to drop.
Remove the safety line or safety pin, and push the anchor over the bow,
keeping hands and feet clear. Control the rate the chain pays out by
tightening or loosening the windlass with the handle.
When you have paid out sufficient chain, between 5 to 8 times the water
depth, tighten the windlass completely to stop more chain from falling.
Increase revs to 1500 rpm to set the anchor. If you drag, pay out more
chain, and re-try 1500 rpm in reverse. When the anchor is set, fit the
snubbing line then release more chain on the gypsy so that the load is taken
up on the snubbing line.
To manually haul the anchor back up place your windlass handle in the outer
opening and turn in the opposite direction. Apply the brake against the
windlass.

12. Picking up a mooring buoy
•Ensure the dinghy painter is tied off short on the bow or amidships and is
clear of the prop.
•Approach the mooring buoy, keeping the bow into the wind or current,
whichever prevails.
•Have a crew member on the bow to pick up the mooring pennant with the
boat hook.
•The bowman will direct the helmsman to the mooring, using the already
established non verbal communication system. Once at the mooring,
inspect the buoy and pennant for any signs of wear and tear; if you are
unsure about a mooring buoy’s integrity, choose another location to moor
up.
•The bowman should ready a line to a bow cleat to slip through the eye of
the mooring pennant. This line is then shortened and brought back to the
same cleat.
•Once set your mooring buoy will be attached either on the port or
starboard cleat and the yacht will be head to wind. Remember to
centralize the wheel and lock in place to avoid the yacht sailing around
the buoy.
•Next attach a second back up line to the mooring. Attach a line from the
opposite bow cleat and if possible attach it directly to the mooring buoy.
It is always easier to do this from the dinghy. Do not try to make the lines
of equal length, the first line should be taking all the weight of the boat.
•To depart, release the back up line first. Slowly motor the boat forward
to create slack, release the line from the cleat and allow the pennant to
slip from the line into the water. Fall back with the wind or current, and
be careful not to foul your prop on the pennant.
•Remember to tie your dinghy away from the stern whenever you
are maneuvering in close quarters.