Horizon Yacht Charters Lagoon 440 'Fly Bye' 2006 User manual

Information & operations manual for
Lagoon 440 Catamaran 2008
‘Fly Away’

Welcome
Welcome to Horizon Yacht Charters and your Lagoon 440 “Fly Bye”. 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 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] (Emergency Only)

Contents
1. Yacht specifications
2. 12 volt and 110 volt panels, 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 44’ 8”
Beam 25' 3"
Draft 4' 3"
Fuel 170 gallons
Water 240 gallons
Engines 2-53hp
Location of:
Engines (starboard and port aft cockpit lockers)
Generator (beneath cockpit seating)
Manual bilge pump (in cockpit)
Propane tank (beneath cockpit seating)
Water tank refill (port side of the bow seating area)
Electric winch breaker (saloon next to the 12v panel)
Windlass breaker (forward locker opposite water tanks)
Diesel refills (port and starboard transom)
Fuel shut off valves (below the port and starboard aft berths)

2. The 12 volt panel and 110v systems
12 volt panel:
Battery gauge
Water gauge
12v panel
ECL tab
12v outlet
110v panel
12 volt panel, first column:
•Navigation lights
•Mooring light
•Steaming lights
•Deck light
•Cabin lights
•Saloon lights
•Instrument lights
•12v DC outlets
12v panel, second column:
•Fresh water pump
•Starboard bilge pump
•Fridge
•Confort (this controls the shower drains)
•Navigation instruments
•VHF
•Port bilge pump
•Not used
The water gauge checks the amount of water in your tanks. There are 3
tanks on board but they are all interconnected. Toggle the switch to check
the level of tank 1; this will give you the overall level of water in the tanks.
Toggling the other tanks will not give you a reading.

110 volt panel:
•110v outlets
•Inverter/Battery charger (must be on for the batteries to charge when
plugged into shore power or using the generator).
•110v outlets
•110v outlets
ECL tab – this illuminates the 12v and 110v panels
Breakers
The 110v breakers are located in the generator
locker, to the left side.
Shore power breakers are located in the
starboard engine compartment
The air conditioning and 110v outlet breakers
are located in the port aft cabin.
Battery switches
are located
beneath the
berth in the

starboard aft cabin
Emergency fuel shut off valves are located below both the starboard and port
aft berths.
Winch and windlass breakers and shore power/generator breakers are
located in the saloon next to the 12 volt panel

3. Inverter
When plugged into shore–power, the “AC in” and one of the three inverter
status lights will be illuminated in the status bar. The “charge” light will also
be illuminated. Before un-plugging from the dock power, press the charge
button on the panel and switch off all the breakers on the 110V panel, (see
previous page), as well as the breaker on the dock power outlet. Do this
process in reverse when plugging into dock power.
To use the inverter:
1. Start the engines; bring the rpm up to 1400.
2. Press the “invert” button under the control section of the panel. The green
light on the switch will then illuminate.
3. All of the 110V outlets are now live.
4. Reverse steps 1, 2 & 3 to switch off the inverter, but run the engines for
ten minutes before switching it off.
Always ensure that you have switched the inverter off by checking that the
switch on the panel is no longer illuminated. Leaving the inverter on will
cause your batteries to rapidly lose their charge.
Invert button
NB: The inverter panel will not operate the air conditioning unit; this is
available under generator power or shore power.

4. Engine start procedures
You have two engines on your vessel, one to operate the starboard prop and
one for port. You must switch on both engines to manoeuvre the vessel.
Start one engine and then start the other.
•Make sure engines are in neutral.
•Turn on the engine ignition switches (an audible alarm should come on)
and then turn the key further to the right to switch the engine on.
•Once the engines are running check you have water coming out of the
exhausts.
•To stop the engines press the stop buttons until the engines stop.
Should you hear an engine alarm during operation, check which light
is on and immediately shut down the engine-CALL HORIZON
All our yacht engines run with diesel fuel. There is a diesel filler cap
on the transom which is clearly marked “DIESEL” DO NOT PUT
WATER IN HERE.
Fuel change over valve
The fuel change over valve is located in the starboard aft
cabin below the bunk. You can change over tanks whilst the
engines are running, simply push down or pull up the lever
to change the tank.

5. Daily Engine Checks
The engines are located at the transom, 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 yellow oil filler cap on the top of the engine.
•To the back left of the engine 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
Coolant
reservoir
Oil refill
Oil dip stick

6. Generator
Fly Bye 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 behind the seating in the cockpit and the starter is inside
the saloon on the port side.
The reset breaker for the generator
is located to the left of the
generator, towards the back.
Main breakers for the
g
enerator
•Make sure the battery charger switch is on so that the batteries are
charging.
•To use the 110v sockets you must switch on the converter and also the
110v outlet switches.
•The water heater will work when the generator is running; make sure this
is switched off as soon as you have enough hot water.
To start the generator:
•Make sure all the 110v systems have been switched off prior to starting
the generator.
•Make sure the shore power/generator breakers have been switched over
to generator mode.
•Press the top of the “GenSet” switch and hold.
•After a slight delay the light on the switch will flash and go green, you will
hear the generator start.
•Allow the generator to warm up for 5 minutes and then gradually load up
the system, adding one load every 5 minutes.
Stopping the generator
•Press the bottom of the switch and release. The generator will close
down.
You must not run the generator when underway.

Generator start and stop button.
Press the top and hold until generator
starts. Press bottom and release for
generator to stop.
Shore power/generator breakers.
Make sure generator mode is selected
prior to starting the generator.

7. Air conditioning
The air conditioning unit will operate when the vessel is plugged in to shore
power and when the generator is running. Each cabin has its own individual
air con unit and there is a 5th unit located in the saloon.
Power button
Operate the air conditioning as follows:
•Switch on the power button
•Select “cool” via the mode button
•Select your base temperature using the temperature controls
•Select fan strength using the fan control
Load up the generator with one air conditioning unit every two minutes so
that the generator does not overload.

8. Instruments
Located at the helm are the following Raymarine instruments:
2 ST70 multi displays ST6002 Autopilot RC432 Chartplotter

9. VHF Procedures
Using the VHF radio:
Familiarise 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 496 0653. 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 colour and type is 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)
.

10. Batteries
There are 3 ways to recharge your batteries.
Engines:
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 engines
are 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 engines at 1400rpms or more for 1-1 1/2hrs.
•Shut the motor off.
•Wait 5 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:
Ensure the battery charger button on the link 2000 panel is illuminated and
that the 110v battery breaker is also on.
Generator:
Ensure the battery charger switch on the 110v panel is on.
In all instances ensure that the charger button on the link inverter
panel is on as this starts the battery charger.
T
he link inverter
p
anel

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 the windlass handle into the
central hole on the top of the windlass.
Turn the handle anti-clockwise so that the gypsy loosens
its grip on the chain.
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 wing
nut with the stainless handle.
When you have paid out sufficient chain, between 5 to 8 times the water
depth, push the handle forward to tighten the wing nut. 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 raise the anchor, put the handle in the outer hole and turn the whole
drum clockwise, this will wind in the chain. However it is quicker if you pull
the anchor up by hand as the helmsperson motors forward a little at a time,
to give you slack on the chain. If you are reasonably fit and strong, it is
possible to heave an anchor aboard.

12. Picking up a mooring buoy
•Ensure dinghy painter tied off short on the bow or amidships and clear of
the prop.
•
•Ensure there are 2 long dock lines at the bow, one attached to each bow
cleat.
•Approach 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 - generally
the overnight moorings are well maintained, the day balls to a lesser
degree. If you are ever unsure about a mooring buoy’s integrity, choose
another location to moor up.
•Pick up the mooring pennant using the boat hook. Pass one dock line
through the pennant and fasten the dock line back on its cleat. Repeat
with the second line.
•Once you have secured your lines remember to centralize the wheel and
lock in place to avoid the yacht sailing around the buoy.
•Now set up a back up line. The line should lead from a bow cleat to the
mooring buoy and fasten on to the buoy itself. It is always easier to do
this from the dinghy.
•To depart, slowly motor the yacht forward to create slack, release one
end of the dock lines from their cleats and allow to slip through the
pennant eye. Allow the pennant to fall into the water. Fall back with the
wind or current, and be careful not to foul your prop on any moorings.
•Remember to tie your dinghy on a short painter and away from
the stern whenever you are maneuvering in close quarters