Horizon Yacht Charters Lagoon 42 User manual

Information & operations manual for
Lagoon 42 Catamaran 2020
‘Blue Lagoon’

Welcome
Welcome to Horizon Yacht Charters and your Lagoon 42 “Blue Lagoon”. 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 operation 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 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] (Technical questions, damage reports and emergencies)

Contents
1. Yacht specifications
2. 12-volt and 110-volt panels, breakers and fuses
3. Inverter
4. Engine start procedures
5. Daily engine checks
6. Generator
7. Air conditioning
8. Instruments
9. VHF procedure
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. Stove and propane
18. Refrigeration
19. BBQ
20. Fire safety
21. Dinghy and outboard

1. Yacht Specifications
Length 42’
Beam 25' 3"
Draft 4' 1"
Fuel 2 x 75 gallons
Water 160 gallons
Engines 2 x 45hp Yanmar 4JH 57
Generator Onan MDKDN-8140A 13.5KW
Location of:
Engines (starboard and port aft ENG rooms)
Generator (beneath bow seating)
Manual bilge pumps (cockpit both sides)
Propane tank (beneath FWD cockpit seating)
Water tank refill (centre bow)
Electric winch breaker (STBD cabin cupboard)
Windlass breaker (STBD cabin cupboard)
Diesel refills (aft cockpit)
Fuel shut off valves (below the port and starboard aft berths)

2. The 12-volt panel and 110v systems
12-volt panel:
12v switches:
•Cabin lighting
•Fridges (operates both the fridges and the freezer)
•Propane
•Fresh water pump
•Bilge pumps (centre position is ‘auto’)
•Nav instruments
•Deck light
•Anchor light
•Steaming light or Nav light
The rotary panel on the right can be used to check Domestic battery voltage, Water and fuel
levels.
110-volt panel
•Voltmeter
•Water heater
•Battery charger
•110v outlets
•110v outlets

Breakers
Windlass and winch breakers in stbd cabin behind sliding door
Main shore power breakers
in port engine room
Air conditioning breakers in
STBD cabin behind
sliding door

3. Inverter
Warning: Leaving the Inverter turned on will severely deplete the house batteries. For that
reason, it is better to run the engines at the same time. If you have the Generator running
there is no need to use the Inverter.
Blue Lagoon is equipped with a built-in Marinco 2000-Watt power inverter that allows you to
have access to all outlets when the boat is underway. There is a remote switch located below the
12V panel that enables you to turn the inverter on.
To avoid additional drain on your batteries while operating electrical appliances, the engine
should be turned on and revved up to 1400 rpm IN NEUTRAL
Switch the inverter off when you are not using it to help preserve battery power.
NB: The inverter will not operate the air conditioning unit; this is only available under
generator power or shore power.

4. Engine start procedure
You have two engines and therefore two start panels. You must switch on both engines to
manoeuvre the vessel. Start the port engine first then the stbd afterwards.
•Make sure that the throttles are in neutral.
•Turn on the engine ignition by pressing the Power button on the panel.
•Press and hold the start button.
•Once the engines are running, check that you have cooling water coming out of the exhausts.
•To stop the engine, press and hold the stop button until the engine stops.
•Turn off the ignition panel by pressing and holding the Power button.
Should you have difficulty starting one of the engines then turn on the emergency parallel switch
in the port engine room. Remember to turn this off again after starting the engines.
Should you hear an engine alarm during operation, check which light is on and
immediately shut down the engine - CALL HORIZON
ENGINE START
ENGINE STOP
IGNITION ON/OFF
EMERGENCY PARALLEL
SWITCH

5. Daily Engine Checks
The engines are in the transoms, one in each hull. It is important that you complete the
following checks on both engines.
•Check the oil level using the dip stick located on the right of the engine. The level should be
at least halfway between the empty and full marks. To add oil, open the orange oil filler cap
on the top of the engine.
•In front of the engine, mounted on the bulkhead, is the engine coolant reservoir (hidden from
view on the picture). The coolant level should be between the maximum and minimum lines.
•Check for any engine leaks or bilge water below engine.
•Check the belt for any damage and correct tension.
KEEP HANDS CLEAR OF ALL MOVING PARTS.
ANY PROBLEMS CALL HORIZON
ENGINE RAW
WATER STRAINER
COOLANT FILL
OIL FILL
ENGINE KILL SWITCH
OIL DIP STICK BELOW KILL
SWITCH

6. Generator
YOU MUST NOT RUN THE GENERATOR WHEN UNDERWAY.
Blue Lagoon is fitted with its own Onan generator which will run the 110v outlets, the air
conditioning and will also charge the batteries instead of the engine. The generator is in the
cockpit floor locker and is self-regulating and therefore there are no daily checks to perform.
To start the generator:
Generator/Shore power transfer switches.
Air Conditioning
Battery Charger

Starting 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 (See Section 10)
•Press the Prime switch for 5 seconds.
•Press and hold the Start button until you hear the generator start.
•Allow the generator to warm up for 5 minutes and then gradually load up the system (battery
charger and air conditioning units), adding one load every 2 minutes.
Stopping the generator
•Turn off all 110v systems (air conditioning units and battery charger).
•Allow the generator to run for 5 mins without load to cool down.
•Push down quickly on the bottom of the switch and release.
•The generator will shut down.
Generator fuses and relays behind STBD FWD cabin door.
GFCI switches are below
12-Volt panel. If there is
no power coming from
your outlets, ensure these
switches are in the on
position.

Resetting the generator
If the generator is running but the 110 sockets and Ac units are not powering up, reset
breaker to the left of generator control panel.
Generator Reset Breaker
Cummins Onan Generator
DC Circuit Breakers, Emergency
Stop, Hour meter and
Start/Stop (Prime)

Generator raw water strainer:
Please do not run the generator when sargassum seaweed is present. The generator raw water
strainer is in the generator compartment to the right of the genset and can pick up seaweed and
other debris in the water. This can cause your generator to malfunction because of the lack of
water flow.
Cleaning the raw water strainer:
1. Before you clean the strainer ensure the raw water intake valve is closed.
2. Remove the housing cover, this can be done with a filter wrench.
3. Remove and clean the strainer.
4. Refit strainer.
5. Prime the strainer by pouring water into it until it overflows.
6. Refit housing cover.
7. Open the raw water intake valve.
8. Start the generator
9. Make sure water is coming out the exhaust.
If you still have a problem running the generator after cleaning the strainer, check for water in
the strainer. If there is no water in the strainer it means the raw water intake is blocked.
Clearing a blockage from the generator raw water intake:
1. Get the dinghy air pump.
2. Close the intake valve.
3. Remove cover and strainer from the housing.
4. Place the nozzle of the dinghy pump into the opening that is connected to the intake hose.
5. Open the intake valve.
6. Use the pressure of the dinghy pump to force the blockage out.
7. Once you have cleared the blockage, prime the strainer by pouring water into it until it
overflows.
8. Refit housing cover and start generator.
9. Make sure water is coming from the generator exhaust.
If you are unable to open the strainer, remove the intake hose where it is connected to the
strainer by undoing the hose clamps and use the dinghy pump to force out the blockage.
Please contact the manager on duty for further instructions.
Generator raw water strainer, STBD midship floorboard
Hand Tightened Cap

7. Air conditioning
The air conditioning units will operate when the vessel is plugged in to shore power or when the
generator is running. Each cabin has its own individual air conditioning unit and there is a 5th
unit located in the salon.
The air conditioning units 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 required units 5 minutes apart.
•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 ‘power’ button.
•Set the temperature using the ‘temp’ arrow controls.
•The units will work best if the minimum temperature is set no lower than 70 degrees. Set it
below this and you risk frosting up the unit and causing it to shut down.
•Only select the ‘cool’ mode. Press the mode button until the cool option is displayed on the
unit.
•The remote panel will automatically display the ambient temperature.
•Control the fan strength using the ‘fan’ button.
•Switch the units off by pressing the ‘power’ button.
AC Breakers:
AC Breakers are in the starboard aft cabin beside locker.

Diagram Description of Control Display Panel and Indicators
1
Data Display - Large LCD readout displays current temperature,
set point, programmed values and error messages.
9
Fan Speed Indicator - A row of five bars indicate the current fan
speed, with more bars indicating a higher fan speed and fewer
bars indicating a lower fan speed.
2
Set Point Indicator - Display shows SET when set point is being
adjusted. Normally display defaults to inside temperature.
10
Fan Mode Indicator - The word MANUAL displays when the fan
is running in Manual Fan Mode. The word MANUAL does not
display when the fan is running in Automatic Fan Mode.
3
Aux Heating Indicator and Aux Heat Mode Indicator (optional)
- A solid dot displays next to the words AUX HEAT when the
electric heater is on and running in Aux Heat mode. The words
AUX HEAT display when you are in Aux Heat mode. (Press the
MODE button to select the optional Aux Heat Mode.) See
Programmable Function “23: Aux Heat Enabled/Disabled” on page
12.
11
Dehumidify Mode Indicator - The word DEHUMIDIFY displays
when you are in Dehumidification Mode. It flashes if optional
humidity sensor is connected and operating in the Cooling Mode.
(Press the MODE button to select Dehumidification Mode.)
4
Heating Indicator - A solid dot displays next to the word HEAT
when the compressor is on and running in Heat mode.
12
FAN Button - Press to select Manual or Automatic Fan Mode,
indicated by the word MANUAL displaying or not displaying. In
Manual Fan Mode, additional presses of the FAN button will adjust
fan speed higher, then lower, then back to Automatic. In Automatic
Fan Mode, fan speed is controlled by the microprocessor as a
function of the difference between set point and inside
temperature. See Programmable Function “4: Fan Response
Differential” on page 9.
5
Cooling Indicator - A solid dot displays next to the word COOL
when the compressor is on and running in Cool mode.
13
UP Button - Press to adjust set point up. In programming mode
press to scroll through program modes and adjust values.
6
Cool Mode Indicator - The word COOL displays when you are in
Cool mode. (Press the MODE button to select Cool Mode.)
14
DOWN Button - Press to adjust set point down. In programming
mode press to scroll through program modes and adjust values.
7
Heat Mode Indicator - The word HEAT displays when you are in
Heat mode. (Press the MODE button to select Heat Mode.)
15
MODE Button - Press to cycle through the modes of operation
(refer to indicators). Mode sequence selections are COOL, HEAT,
AUTO, AUX HEAT (optional), and DEHUMIDIFY.
1
78
2
6
9
10
12
13
14
16
11
15
4
3
5

8
AUTO Mode Indicator - A bracket and the word AUTO display to
the right of the words COOL and HEAT when you are in Auto
Mode. If optional Aux Heat is enabled (see Programmable
Function “23: Aux Heat Enabled/Disabled” on page 12), a bracket
and the word AUTO display to the right of the words COOL and
AUX HEAT. (Press the MODE button to select Auto Mode.)
16
POWER Button - Press to turn the system on and off. Note that
the Data Display remains on in the Off mode. You can continue to
adjust set point, display temperature readings and activate the
manual fan to circulate air while the system is in the Off Mode.
Bleeding the system
If the air condition unit shuts down with a ‘HI PF’ error code, that means there is an air lock in
the cooling system. This problem can be resolved by bleeding the air out of the line, but it is
important that you call the Horizon Duty Manager before attempting to do this.
Ac pump under saloon floorboard
AC Intake and
Strainer
AC Pump, FWD
Cabin Floorboard

8. Instruments at helm:
B&G Triton² digital display and autopilot controller
B&G Triton² Autopilot control B&G Zeus³ 12 Chartplotter

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, 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 not 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
If 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 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 colour and type are also useful).
Wait 1 minute for a response, repeat message.
ALTERNATIVELY: Dial either 767 or 999 from any BVI cell phone or call 494- HELP
(4357).
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