Lake Powell 46 VOYAGER XL User manual

46’ VOYAGER XL
HOUSEBOAT MANUAL
WELCOME TO

TABLE OF CONTENTS
Marine Radio .....................................................................................................1
Engines/Helm .................................................................................................. 3
Houseboat Batteries.......................................................................................6
Generator ..........................................................................................................8
Water Pressure ..............................................................................................10
Hot Water ....................................................................................................... 12
Holding Tanks..................................................................................................13
Gas/Propane .................................................................................................. 15
Refrigerator ..................................................................................................... 17
Range................................................................................................................ 19
Grill................................................................................................................... 20
Heater............................................................................................................... 21
Cooling.............................................................................................................22
Accessories.....................................................................................................23

Your houseboat has come equipped with
a VHF Marine Band Radio. It is located at
the helm, to the left of the steering wheel.
ON/OFF
Turn on DC MAIN Breaker
Turn on VHF RADIO Breaker on the
DC Panel
Turn the volume Knob in a clockwise
direction to turn on the radio.
Make sure the H/L (high/low frequency)
button is on the Hi position which can be
seen on the display.
CHANNEL 16
Use Channel 16 for hailing and
emergencies only. Never use Channel 16
for routine conversations.
In case of an emergency, hail the National
Park Service on channel 16. They monitor
this channel 24 hours a day.
To hail Boat Rentals, turn radio ON and
to Channel 16, depress button on side of
handheld microphone to talk, and release
the button when you are finished talking.
The Boat Rentals Oce monitors this
channel during regular business hours.
Say “_________ (the name of the marina
you are calling) BOAT RENTALS this is
houseboat # _____” (number of your
houseboat). For example: “Bullfrog Boat
Rentals, this is houseboat # S11.”
When communication is established,
we will direct you to another channel.
Commonly used channels are 10, 12,
68 and 72. Be sure to acknowledge
that channel, before you change to the
channel. Then turn to that channel, and
we will continue the conversation.
Information you will need when you
call us:
1. Your boat number.
2. Your exact location, if known.
3. Description of the problem.
4. Any details on the trouble-shooting
you have already tried.
If you need assistance we will attempt
to help you troubleshoot a problem over
the radio. If we are not successful, we will
dispatch a technician out to help you.
For safety, our technicians can only be
dispatched if they can fix the problem
and return to our docks before dark. If
we receive your call late in the day, we
will gladly respond first thing the next
morning.
MARINE RADIO
1

WEATHER
W/X button or Channel 1 on your marine
radio is the weather channel.
This channel is updated periodically by
the National Weather Service.
Be sure to check this channel regularly
during your trip to keep apprised of the
changing weather conditions here at Lake
Powell.
REQUEST FOR ASSISTANCE CARD
If for some reason you cannot reach us
by Marine Radio, fill out your Request for
Assistance Card located in your manual.
Flag down a boat passing by and ask
them to take it to the nearest marina for
assistance.
We will dispatch a technician out to your
boat as soon as we can safely do so.
OTHER INFO
Do NOT use VHF antenna as a flag pole
or hang anything on the antenna.
Channel 26 is the Marine Operator.
Marine Radios transmit line-of-sight. So if
you are back in a canyon, you may have to
ask assistance from another boater with a
radio to help contact us if you cannot get
through directly.
Profanity over the public airways is a
federal crime.
Reminder: Your Marine Radio is not a
toy and should be operated only by a
responsible adult.
A VHF marine radio is not the same
as a Citizen’s Band Radio. CB lingo and
10-codes are not used.
COMMON TROUBLESHOOTING
PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSES REMEDIES
Not transmitting
or receiving
Low house battery
Radio not set on USA
Radio blocked by
canyon walls
Set on 1 watt mode
Antenna has fallen
down
Charge house battery
Push USA/Int button
Move the houseboat to
open water
Push 1/25or Hi/Lo button
to change to 25 watt
Raise antenna
2

YOUR HOUSEBOAT HAS
TWO ENGINES…
• For greater maneuverability
and power.
• To provide you with a spare in case
of engine failure.
Your engines are well maintained, but
occasional breakdowns can occur. The
spare is to ensure your safety and save
you inconvenience. Don’t let the loss of
one engine delay your vacation. Proceed
on your planned itinerary with the good
engine and we will catch up to you as
soon as possible and make necessary
repairs.
GAUGES
Tachometer
• Monitors the engine revolutions.
• Wide-Open Throttle (WOT)
should be 4800-5200 RPM’s.
• The most ecient cruising RPM
will be 3800-4200 RPM
Horn
• Turn on the breaker for Horn located
on your DC panel.
• Push in the HORN button
at the helm.
Fuel Gauge (Voyager XL Model Only)
• Key must be on for fuel level
to register.
NAUTICAL NOTE: When leaving a dock,
signal with 1 long blast (4 seconds) and
3 short blasts (1 second each).
THROTTLE
Setting Neutral Throttle for Starting
• With the throttle controls in neutral
turn the key to start.
• If the motor does not start push in
the button at the base of the control
throttle (side). Move the throttle
forward 1/3 and turn key to start.
• Once started bring throttle control
back to neutral and let warm up for
three minutes.
THROTTLE (Voyager XL Model Only)
Setting Neutral Throttle for Starting
Neutral Throttle.
• With the throttle controls in the
neutral position turn the key to first
click – beeper will sound.
• Push and hold “Black” command
button the red light will be solid
to indicate that the shift control is
activated, and lever movement will
engage prop.
• Turn key to engage starter. If the
engine fails to start in 10 seconds,
return key to on position wait 30
second and try again.
• If the motor still will not start try
directions bellow:
• Confirm that the throttle is in
neutral
position.
Engines/Helm
• Turn the key to first click- Beeper
will sound.
• Push and hold “black” command
button while pushing throttle
forward to the first detent
ENGINES/HELM
3

• Red light will flash to indicate
throttle only control.
• Turn key to engage starter. If the
engine fails to start in 10 seconds,
return key to ON position, wait 30
seconds and try again.
• Once it starts, advance the throttles
till the tachometer reads 2000
rpm’s and allow engine to warm up
for 3 minutes.
• Return throttle lever to center
position after warm-up. Red light
will be solid to indicate that the
shift control is activated, and lever
movement will engage prop.
• If engine is still dicult to start,
squeeze primer bulb, located on the
fuel line near the engine, until firm.
Cold Start
• Same as regular start, but warm up
time needs to be extended.
GETTING UNDER WAY
From Neutral Throttle
• Return throttle to neutral position.
• Button will automatically pop out.
• Push throttle lever forward to go
forward or pull back for reverse.
• Advance throttle to increase speed.
• Always pause in neutral before
changing gears.
Shut Down
• Return throttles to neutral position.
• Turn key to o.
HYDRO-LOCK
Hydro-locking of an engine occurs when
water enters the engine cylinders. The
starter will click, but the engine won’t
turn over.
Caused by
• Overloading the back deck.
• Large waves behind boat.
• Dropping lake level which increases
the angle of a beached boat.
If you suspect your engine has become
hydro-locked, get word to the nearest
marina and a technician will be sent out
help you.
RAISING ENGINE
Electric tilt toggle is located on the left
side of the engine, below the cowling
(cover).
Changing the Prop
• Remove keys from ignition
(to avoid someone else accidentally
starting the engine).
• Raise engine.
• Unscrew lock nut.
• Remove spacer washer.
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• Remove Prop.
• Reverse procedure to install the new
propeller.
ENGINES/HELM
COMMON TROUBLESHOOTING
PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSES REMEDIES
Engine doesn’t turn
over
Engine turns over
slowly
Engine turns over
but won’t start
Engine won’t turn o
No light on control
(Voyager XL Model
Only)
Is the throttle in neutral
Low battery
Hydrolock
Low battery
Flooded
Short in the ignition l
line switch
Stuck in Neutral Throttle
(All models except
Voyager XL)
Button didn’t pop out
Jiggle the throttle until
button pops out.
Put throttle in neutral
Charge battery from the
Generator
Call the marina for help
Charge battery from the
Generator
See starting procedures for
Flooded engine
Fuel line disconnected
Unplug the fuel line from
the engine or reconnect
the harness
switch harness has t
Engine become unplugged
a the engine. (VoyagerXL
Model Only)
Unplug the fuel from the
engine
Reset the MMC breaker
located in the Generator
compartment on the rear
deck
Turn o key Reset the
engine control breaker
located underneath the
rear stateroom bed.
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The 12-volt house system includes cabin
lights and navigational lights, water
pumps, the horn and the VHF Radio.
Battery Condition Gauge
• A dash-mounted Battery gauge is
located left of the steering wheel.
The toggle switch selects battery
1 (houseboa battery) or battery 2
(engine crank battery).
• When a battery reaches the
YELLOW area, you must start the
generator or engines to charge the
low batteries. On the Voyager XL
models the battery gauge is located
to the right of the steering column.
Charging
• Start the Generator.
• Turn on the AC main breaker.
• The batteries will also charge
directly from the engines. Operate
the engines 2-3 hours at 1000-2000
RPM to fully charge without the
generator.
DC Breaker Panel
• DC Main
• Refrigerator
• Heater
• Salon Lights
• Cabin Lights- Port
• Instrument panel
• Radio
• Deck Lights
• Cabin Lights
• Water heater
• 12-volt DC Outlet
• Navigational Lights
• Horn
• Bilge Pump
• Shower Pump
Please Note:
• Turn o the LAKE WATER PUMP
breaker while underway, beaching,
or unbeaching. Once you are
beached, leave this breaker o for
an additional 15 minutes to let sand
and sediment in the water settle.
Remember: Each light or appliance will
need to be turned on individually once
the breaker is on.
DC Breaker
• If you should lose DC power and your
batteries are fully charged, reset the
DC breaker located on the electrical
panel. See picture to the left.
A/V.05 ELECT 1
HOUSEBOAT BATTERIES
Bilge Pumps
• Located in the lower stateroom (if
applicable) and in the below deck
generator compartment. Use only
when water is presentTurn on DC
MAIN breaker.
• Turn on BILGE PUMP breaker.
• On helm, push Bilge 1 or Bilge 2
switches ON to activate.
HOUSEBOAT BATTERIES
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Tips for Getting the Most from your
Houseboat Batteries
• When generator is running ALWAYS
have the AC MAIN and BATTERY
CHARGER breakers on.
• Charge daily.
• The lake water pump draws a lot
from the houseboat batteries. When
using the shower or washing dishes,
run the generator with the BATTERY
CHARGER on.
• Don’t use unnecessary lights such
as running lights and anchor lights.
• The INST, RADIO and HORN
breakers should be ON when under
way but may be turned OFF when
beached.
NOTE: Deep Cycle batteries are
used to extend the time between
charging. However, they also require
more time to recharge when they
are discharged for too long. When
the lights dim and the pumps slow, a
recharge is overdue.
HOUSEBOAT BATTERIES
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COMMON TROUBLESHOOTING
PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSES REMEDIES
No DC Power DC
Breaker o
Cabin Light Dim
No Cabin Lights
No Lake Water
Pressure
No Fresh Water
Pressure
House batteries low or
dead
Low house battery
CABIN LIGHTS DC
breakers not on
LAKE WATER PUMP not
on Air lock
Fresh Water Empty
Turn on DC Breaker
Start generator and Turn
on BATTERY CHARGER
Breaker
Start generator and Turn
on BATTERY CHARGER
Breaker
House batteries low or
dead Check Breaker
Start generator and Turn
on BATTERY CHARGER
Breaker
Check LAKE WATER
BREAKER on DC panel
HOLD down the toilet valve
for 15-20 seconds
Refill with Potable Water at
any marina

The Generator is located on the rear deck
of your houseboat.
Note: On the Voyager XL model only, the
generator should not be running when
underway in choppy water as it is water
cooled and could over heat if unable to
draw enough water to cool the Gen.
Starting/ Warm Up
The remote start is located on the wall
of the cabin just inside the rear door.
(Voyager XL Models only: There is also
a remote start located to the left of the
steering wheel at the helm.
• Confirm that the AC MAIN breaker
and all other breakers are OFF.
• Press start button until generator
starts or for 20 seconds – no longer.
If the engine fails to start, wait 20
seconds and repeat.
NOTE: The engine won’t start with a
load on the circuit. By continually
holding the starter switch, you can
run down the battery or damage the
starter.
• Allow the engine to warm up for
5 minutes.
• Switch the AC MAIN breaker ON.
• You may now turn on individual
breakers to provide power to your
houseboat.
NOTE: Your generator also has an ON/
OFF rocker switch on the generator itself.
If your remote starter does not work, you
can try this one. Remember to replace the
panel cover, on above deck models after
starting to avoid overheating.
AC Breaker Panel
• AC Main
• Battery Charger
• Refrigerator
• Cooler
• Galley Outlets
• Microwave
• Heat Outlets
• Outlets Port
GENERATOR
8

Fuel Tank Switch-Over Valve, On the
Voyager XL model only
• The fuel tank switch-over valve is
to help balance fuel usage between
port and starboard tanks.
• Valve is located in the rear deck
compartment.
• Point handle left or right to change
tanks.
GFI Outlets
Some electrical outlets have a GFI
breaker. Push in the reset button to reset.
• To Shut Down Generator Turn o all
circuit breakers
• Turn o AC MAIN breaker
Generator
• Push and hold STOP button
until engine stops completely or
approximately 15 seconds.
1. Turn o the generator.
2. Remove the brass top o thecooling
system strainer.
3. Empty the strainer and replace top.
4. Be certain top is on straight and
hand tightened all the way.
Special Notes
Your battery Charger is located in the
back stateroom closet. It is plugged into
an electric outlet. DO NOT unplug the
charger.
5. Restart generator.
For Voyager XL models only:
The generator is equipped with coolant
(lake water) strainers. Do not open this
unit unless no water is pumping from the
side of the houseboat during generator
operation, or you hear excessively loud
operation:
GENERATOR
COMMON TROUBLESHOOTING
PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSES REMEDIES
No generator power
Outlet doesn’t work
Generator Shut down
Generator cranks but
won’t start
CO Alarm beeps
4 beeps every 5
seconds
CO Alarm beeps 1
beeps every minute
AC MAIN breaker o
Is the generator on?
AC MAIN breaker o?
Is that area’s breaker on?
Is GFI tripped?
Out of Fuel
Out of Fuel
Engines/Generator
running
System Error
Check breaker on panel
Start generator
Check breaker on panel
Check breaker on panel
Reset GFI Outletdeck
Check gauges
Refuel
Turn o Engines/Generator
Evacuate crew out of cabin
Open doors and windows
Press the RESET/SILENCE
Press the REST/SILENCE
button for more than 15
seconds to shut o.
9

YOUR HOUSEBOAT IS
SUPPLIED WITH 40
GALLONS OF FRESH WATER.
Holding Tank
• Located on the top deck inside of
abench box and on the Voyager XL
Model only it is located in the front
stateroom under the bed.
• A chrome cap marked WATER is
located under the bench cushion
and on the Voyager XL model only
this cap is located along the port
side outside the cabin.
• Open only when refilling tank from a
POTABLE water hose located at any
Marina. The fresh water is a gravity-
fed system.
• Voyager XL model only: The fresh
water is an on demand pump that
operates only when a faucet is
turned ON.
• A pressure valve is located at the
base of the tank, inside the bench.
Lake Water Pressure
• Turn on the DC MAIN breaker
located on the DC panel.
• Turn on the WATER PUMP breaker
on the DC panel.
• Turn on the LAKE WATER switch on
the wall above the dinette. (Note:
Not all boats will have a LAKE
WATER SWITCH. If your boat does
not have one, disregard this last
instruction.)
Faucets
• The Large Faucet is lake water.
• Small Faucet is fresh water.
•
The sinks and showers empty directly
into the grey-water tank.
Head/Toilet
• LAKE WATER breaker must be on.
• To fill toilet bowl with water, lift up
on the foot pedal.
• To flush, push down on the foot
pedal slowly.
NOTE: Make sure the pedal returns to the
up position or flooding can occur.
WATER PRESSURE
10

COMMON TROUBLESHOOTING
PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSES REMEDIES
No Water
No fresh water
WATER PUMP breaker
may not be on
Low batteries
Lost prime
Turn on breaker
Turn on Switch
Out of water
Low batteries (Voyager
XL models only)
LAKE WATER switch over
the dinette not on
Charge batteries
Press down toilet flush
for about a minute to
restore prime
Refill at marina with
POTABLE water
Charge batteries
WATER PRESSURE
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Note: Not all boats will have a LAKE WATER SWITCH.

HOT WATER
YOUR BOAT IS EQUIPPED
WITH A 6-GALLON
CAPACITY WATER HEATER.
To Start
• Turn ON the DC MAIN.
• Turn ON the valve for your propane
tank.
• Turn ON the WATER HEATER
breaker located on the DC panel.
• Turn ON the SHOWER PUMP
breaker located on the DC panel.
• Turn ON the WATER HEATER
switch located in the hall above the
Thermostat.
• The red light will be on until the
water heater ignites.
• Allow approximately 30 minutes for
the water to heat.
NOTE: If water is already hot, water
heater will not come on nor will the water
heater light.
COMMON TROUBLESHOOTING
PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSES REMEDIES
Water Hear does
not light
The red light on the
master switch does
not come on
Ran out of hot water
Propane may not be on
Propane might not
be full
DC MAIN might not
be on
WATER HEATER breaker
may not be on
Water may already be hot
You only have 6 -gallons
of hot water
Check your propane to be
sure it is on
Check your propane to be
sure it is full.
Turn on DC MAIN
TURN on WATER HEATER
breaker on DC panel
Allow 30 minutes to heat
more water
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HOLDING TANKS
YOUR HOUSEBOAT HAS BEEN
EQUIPPED WITH A A COM-
BINED BLACKWATER TANK
AND A GREYWATER TANK
WITH A TOTAL CAPACITY OF
500-GALLON.
Full Service Pumpout
• Radio into any of the Rental Docks.
• Give us an estimated time for
arrival.
• We will direct you where to park and
will pump out your houseboat for you.
Self Service Pumpout
• Located in any marina.
• The silver tank openings are located
on the port side of the boat. There
along the side rub rails of your
houseboat and are marked WASTE.
• Unscrew the cap.
• Screw the correct sized fitting
into the pumpout port on your
houseboat. (Fittings are available at
the dock on the pumps)
• Attach the pumpout hose to the
fitting
• Open valve and follow the direction
on the pump.
• When finished, close the valve
before removing the hose.
• Remove the fitting from your
houseboat and replace on dock.
• Place the end of the lake water hose
inside the pump out portal.
• Fill the tank with approximately
2 to 3 gallons of water.
• Empty one packet of provided
chemical into the head/toilet inside
and flush.
• Put all the hoses back and replace
the cap on the WASTE opening.
DONE!
13

Remote Station Pumpout
• See HELP PRESERVE in your
Nautical Notes for locations of
Remote Pumpouts.
• Unscrew WASTE cap.
• Place end of hose into opening.
• Work the hand lever to pump.
COMMON TROUBLESHOOTING
PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSES REMEDIES
Odor Holding tanks are full Pumpout at the nearest
marina or remote station
After pumping out, add
a packet of chemical and
two gallons of water in the
head
Leave some water in the
bowl to trap any odor
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GAS/PROPANE
Location of Fuel Tanks
There are Port and Starboard tanks.
• Fuel fittings are located on the rear
deck, directly in front of engine
covers.
• Remove cap to check fuel level for
refueling.
• Voyager XL has Fuel gauges to
check fuel level.
Checking Fuel Level
• Fuel level stick is located in the
broom closet.
• The ignition switch needs to be on
for the fuel gauges to operate.
Refueling
• Turn o grill and cabin heater.
• Turn o all propane tanks 10
minutes prior to to entering the
marina..
• Turn OFF pilot light switches at
refrigerator and hot water heater.
• Turn OFF all electrical breakers.
• Turn OFF the generator.
• Close all doors and windows.
Caution: NEVER siphon gas from your
houseboat fuel tanks.
NOTE: Captain and Crew must remain on
board your houseboat. Wait for Fuel Dock
personnel to assist you.
Location of Propane Tank
There are 2 tanks located in a metal box
outside the rear cabin wall.
On/O
• A valve is located on the top of each
tank. Turn counterclockwise to open.
• Turn clockwise to close.
•
Only use one tank at a time. After
turning ON propane re-light pilots
and /or reset refrigerator. Use master
switch to turn on hot water heater.
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COMMON TROUBLESHOOTING
PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSES REMEDIES
Propane Smell The grill is not turned
o all the way
One of the propane
appliances is not turned
o all the way.
Only use one bottle at a
time
Turn o any propane
appliances unless they are
in use.
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REFRIGERATOR
How to Start
• Confirm that the propane is ON or
that the generator is running.
(See below.)
• Push the master switch on the
refrigerator panel ON.
• Choose between propane or 110V
power to operate the refrigerator or
push AUTO.
If using the generator, you must
have the DC MAIN ON as well as the
BATTERY CHARGER breaker ON.
Refer to the instructions located
inside the refrigerator/freezer for
more details.
Getting the most out of your Refrigerator
• Put cold or frozen food into the
refrigerator.
• Open door only when necessary.
• Use ice chest for beverages.
• Don’t pack the refrigerator full, leave
space for air to circulate freely.
• Cover foods with strong odor.
• Cover foods that easily absorb odor.
• The coldest areas in the refrigerator
are under the cooling fins and at the
bottom.
• Warmest areas are on the upper
door shelves.
• The refrigerator will operate more
eciently if houseboat is level.
• Beach your houseboat so
refrigerator side will be in the shade
in the afternoon.
• The refrigerator will not cool as
eciently as your household
refrigerator.
Getting the most out of your freezer
• The freezer on your houseboat is not
designed for deep or quick freezing.
• Coldest part of your freezer is at the
bottom of the aluminum liner.
• Ice cubes can be made in the freezer
if placed in direct contact with
bottom of freezer.
• Cool items in fridge before placing
in freezer.
• Condensation from warm items
being placed in the freezer will
adversely aect the operation of
the freezer.
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