Otter 2000 Island Packet 380 User manual

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OPERATION MANUAL
Otter
2000 Island Packet 380

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Welcome aboard!We are happy you have chosen Otter for your sailing vacation. Otter is an Island
Packet 380. She was built by Island Packet in Florida, bought new in 2000 and placed into charter with
Anacortes Yacht Charters. In 2002, the owners Randy and Gayle Morgan departed on a eight year cruising
adventure to Alaska, Mexico, Central America, Ecuador and the Galapagos. Throughout this adventure,
Otter was safe, sea-kindly and their home.
The information summarized in this manual is intended to assist all skippers, crew and guests aboard in
feeling more comfortable with the basic systems and how they work. If something isn't familiar to you,
please check these notes. If the information is unclear, incomplete, confusing, or otherwise less than
helpful, please help us to add, change, or restate the information so that it conveys the desired results. Please
feel free to add your suggestions for other information or clarifications at the end of this manual, or simply
add a comment or two in the margin as appropriate. Your suggestions will be incorporated into future
revisions.
In addition to the information contained in this manual; you will find a “Island Packet” pouch aboard. This
pouch contains information from manufacturers on various systems and items aboard Otter. There is also a
manual for the Yanmar auxiliary engine locate on the port side book shelf. Feel free to consult these
manuals if the need arises.
You will see this is posted as a no smoking and no pet’s vessel. We ask that you restrict smoking to the
cockpit or decks and/or dockside in order to maintain a pleasant sailing environment for all guests. Your co-
operation is appreciated.
We are sure you will enjoy sailing the beautiful islands of the Pacific Northwest aboard Otter. If you have
questions about the boat or about places to visit, please do not hesitate to ask the AYC staff. Have a great
sailing adventure, and again thanks for choosing Otter!
Otter Specifications
Accommodations
Heads
Sleeps
Recommended:
4
Sleeps Maximum:
5 Salon bench
Fwd:
(2) Private Double Island Berth - 80
Aft:
(2) Private Double - 78
Other Stateroom:
Salon:
(1) Single Settee
Number:
1
Showers:
1

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Special Features:
All Lines Lead Aft, Ratheon Radar, Raytheon autopilot , Inverter, Staysail, Fully Battened Main, Dinghy
Davits, Cockpit Speakers, Fully Enclosed Cockpit, 6'5" Headroom in Salon
Mechanical
Engine
56 HP Yanmar Diesel
Cruising Speed:
6.8 knots @ 2800 rpm
Fuel Capacity:
85 gals
Water Capacity
170 gals
Total Fuel Consumption:
1 GPH @ Cruise*
Anchor Windless:
Yes
*The actual fuel consumption may vary depending on sea conditions, hull type, boat weight, and speed.
Galley
Stove:
3 Burner Propane w/Oven
Refrigeration:
Yes, w/Large Freezer (both are 5.2 cu ft)
BBQ:
Propane
Electronics
VHF Radio:
Yes, Standard Horizon
Depth Sounder:
Yes, Autohelm
Knotmeter:
Yes, Autohelm
Wind
Instruments:
Yes, Autohelm
Stereo:
Yes, w/CD Player
GPS:
Yes, Garmin
Cabin Heating
Type:
Diesel Cabin Heat Dickenson Newport
Rig:
Cutter
Winches:
Self Tailing
Dodger:
Dodger, bimini, and full enclosure
Steering:
Wheel
Sails
Furling Gear:
Harken Furling Jib & Staysail
Reefing Gear:
Easy-Jack Reefing System
Dinghy
Inflatable:
10' Caribe RIB
Outboard:
Outboard rental available but not provided.
Max HP Dinghy will accept:
4 HP O/B

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Specifications
LOA:
39' 7"
Beam:
13' 2"
Draft:
4' 7"
Displacement:
21,000 lbs
LWL:
32' 0
Year Built:
2001
Keel:
Full Keel
BOAT OPERATON ......................................................................................................................................... 5
ENGINE........................................................................................................................................................ 5
Engine Inspection.......................................................................................................................................... 8
Engine Coolant: ........................................................................................................................................ 8
Engine Oil:................................................................................................................................................ 8
Bilges:....................................................................................................................................................... 8
Belts:......................................................................................................................................................... 8
Sea Strainer:.............................................................................................................................................. 8
Startup....................................................................................................................................................... 8
Shifting...................................................................................................................................................... 9
Shutdown .................................................................................................................................................. 9
Fueling Up ................................................................................................................................................ 9
Trouble Shooting Engine Problems.............................................................................................................. 9
Engine Overheating: ................................................................................................................................. 9
Low Oil Pressure: ................................................................................................................................... 10
Alternator Failure:................................................................................................................................... 10
Engine Dies And Won’t Restart: ............................................................................................................ 10
GETTING UNDERWAY........................................................................................................................... 10
Steering Wheel.........................................................................................Error! Bookmark not defined.
SAILS AND RIGGING.......................................................................................................................... 10
Troubleshooting Sails and Rigging............................................................................................................. 10
DINGHY..................................................................................................................................................... 11
DOCKING.................................................................................................................................................. 11
MOORING CANS (BUOYS)..................................................................................................................... 11
ANCHORING............................................................................................................................................. 11
Setting the anchor: .................................................................................................................................. 12
Raising the anchor: ................................................................................................................................. 12
BOAT SYSTEMS........................................................................................................................................... 12
ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS......................................................................................................................... 12
110-Volt AC System............................................................................................................................... 12
12 Volt DC System................................................................................................................................. 13
Troubleshooting Electrical Systems ........................................................................................................... 14
SANITATION SYSTEM................................................................................................................................ 14
Marine Head (toilet).................................................................................................................................... 14

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Holding Tank.............................................................................................................................................. 14
WATER SYSTEM.......................................................................................................................................... 15
Fresh Water Tank........................................................................................................................................ 15
Fresh Water Pump....................................................................................................................................... 15
Water Heater............................................................................................................................................... 15
Shower ........................................................................................................................................................ 15
GALLEY SYSTEMS...................................................................................................................................... 16
Propane Stove/Oven.................................................................................................................................... 16
Refrigeration ............................................................................................................................................... 16
Barbeque ..................................................................................................................................................... 17
HEATING SYSTEMS................................................................................................................................ 17
Forced Air Diesel Furnace...................................................................................................................... 17
Space Heater (110 Volt AC)................................................................................................................... 18
ELECTRONICS SYSTEMS .......................................................................................................................... 19
VHF Radio.................................................................................................................................................. 21
Depth Sounder/Knot Meter/Wind Speed.................................................................................................... 21
Global Positioning System (GPS)............................................................................................................... 21
Autopilot..................................................................................................................................................... 21
AM/FM Stereo Radio – CD Player............................................................................................................. 21
AM/FM Stereo Radio – CD Player..............................................................Error! Bookmark not defined.
TV/DVD Player with remote control...........................................................Error! Bookmark not defined.
BILGE PUMPS........................................................................................................................................... 21
THRU-HULL SEA COCKS....................................................................................................................... 22
DODGER AND BIMINI............................................................................................................................ 22
SAFETY EQUIPMENT ................................................................................................................................. 22
First Aid Kit................................................................................................................................................ 22
Fire Extinguishers....................................................................................................................................... 22
Signaling Flares .......................................................................................................................................... 22
Life Jackets ................................................................................................................................................. 22
Steering Gear Failure.................................................................................................................................. 22
Engine Spares/Tools ................................................................................................................................... 23
BOAT OPERATON
ENGINE
Otter has a Yanmar 56 horsepower auxiliary engine (Model – 4JH3E). The engine drives a three-blade
propeller forward and reverse. There is a single control lever that operates both the throttle and transmission.
On the engine control panel there are gages for RPM, oil pressure, engine hour counter and water
temperature.

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A sound alarm is provided to indicate high fresh water temperature and low oil pressure. The engine will
propel Otter at about 6.5 knots in calm water at 2800 RPM. We ask that you maintain engine RPM between
2600 for cruising. Higher throttle settings will only minimally increase speed, but will greatly increase fuel
consumption and wear on the engine. Please limit higher throttle settings for emergency situations.
Otter has noticeable prop-walk to port in reverse. When in reverse, be careful to keep a firm grip on the
wheel and use only low RPMs.

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Aft engine compartment showing coolant reservoir, Racor fuel filter and fuel pump switch.
Use the fuel pump switch to purge the air out of the fuel line after changing Racor fuel filters.
The ignition switch must be turned on (without the engine running) to activate this fuel pump.
Starboard engine compartment door
(located in galley) showing the yellow
oil dip stick and yellow oil fill cap.

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Engine Inspection
Each day you are planning to use the engine, you should check the COOLANT, OIL, BILGES, BELTS, and
SEA STRAINER by remembering you’re “WOBBS”: Water (Coolant), Oil, Bilges (Inspect and Pump-
out), Belts and Sea Strainer
Engine Coolant:
Check the level of coolant in the expansion tank located under the aft berth at the stern of the engine. Engine
coolant is a mixture of 50% antifreeze and 50% water. There is coolant kept on board in a locker under the
aft berth mattress and should be located during your orientation.
Engine Oil:
Check the oil level in the engine with the dipstick located on the starboard side of the Engine. The oil level
should be anywhere between the high and low marks (Otter seems to do best with the oil at the half way
between the marks). Spare oil is kept on board in a locker under the aft cabin sole, and should be located
during your orientation.
The companionway ladder must be lifted to access the engine to add oil. A red funnel for the oil is located
under the floor in the aft cabin.
If you need to add oil, please use great care not to overfill. Running the engine with too much oil will cause
damage.
Bilges:
Remove the cabin sole panel near the navigation station to check the bilges. There is normally a small
amount of water in the bilge. Check for debris, oil, or anything unusual. The Yanmar engine is cooled by a
heat exchanger. The engine pumps sea water through a sea water strainer, then through a heat exchanger
that cools the coolant fluid, thus cooling the engine. The sea water is then pumped overboard.
Belts:
Check the general condition of the belts, hoses, and fuel lines.
Sea Strainer:
The sea water strainer is located forward of the companion way ladder under the flooring grate. It should be
checked daily, as it can clog with seaweed and other debris. To check the strainer, shine a flashlight through
the plastic bulb. If debris is visible it will have to be removed. To clear debris from the strainer, close the
thru-hull valve located to port and below the strainer. Unscrew the bronze screw holding the lid of the
strainer. Otter seems to attract very little debris.
Startup
Set both battery selector switches to the ON position. (See battery section for additional information related
to the battery selector switch). The battery selector switch is located in the aft cabin. Place the throttle/shift
lever in low/neutral (straight up and centered). Push in the black button located on the center of the throttle
lever to disengage the linkage to the transmission, then move the throttle forward about one quarter. Turn

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the key to the ON position. You will hear the audible alarm sound. Turn the key to the start position until
engine starts. When starting cold, allow the engine to warm up at an idle for TEN MINUTES prior to
applying a load. If load is applied before the engine warms it may seize. Normal idle speed is 1000 RPM.
Be sure the audible alarm is not sounding. It should stop when the engine starts. NOTE: Do not hold the
start key for more that FIFTEEN SECONDS at a time. If the engine does not start the first time, wait a few
seconds before trying again. Please remember NEVER TURN THE KEY OFF WHILE THE ENGINE IS
RUNNING! You will do serious alternator damage. It should always remain on. Engine alarms will not
work when the key is off. While the engine is warming, check for water exiting the exhaust. You may not be
able to see the water, but you should be able to hear it exit with the exhaust.
Shifting
To engage the transmission, move the throttle/shift lever to the low/neutral (straight up) position. Push
throttle forward for forward propulsion, or back for backward propulsion.
Shutdown
Place the throttle/shift lever in neutral and allow the engine to cool down for several minutes. Usually this is
about the amount of time it takes to secure your lines and plug into shore power. Push the STOP button until
the engine stops. The audible alarm will sound until the key is switched off. Never turn off the key until the
engine is fully stopped!
Fueling Up
You will need to fuel up before returning to the slip at the end of your charter. The fuel tank holds 85
gallons of diesel fuel. Before refueling, have an “oil/fuel sorbs” handy to soak up spilled fuel. You should
have a rough idea of the number of gallons you will need by the fuel gauge and by the hour meter. Otter
uses approximately 1 gallon per hour. The fuel filler cap is located on the port deck forward of the gate.
CHECK THAT YOU HAVE THE CORRECT DECK OPENING! Do not add water or pump-out at the
same time you are fueling. Use only DIESEL FUEL! Place the diesel fuel nozzle into the tank opening,
pump slowly and evenly, and note the sound of the fuel flow. Pumping too fast may not allow enough time
for air to escape, which may result in spouting from the tank opening. It is best to station a crew member at
the fuel gauge at the navigation desk to alert you as the fuel tank approaches full. As the tank fills, the sound
will rise in pitch or gurgle. Pay attention to the tank overflow vent. There is a special whistle that sounds as
the fuel enters the tank. This warbling will sputter as the fuel tank reaches full. Do not top off, and be
prepared to catch spilled fuel. Spillage may result in a fine from law enforcement. Replace deck cap.
Caution – Clean up splatter and spillage immediately for environmental and health reasons. Wash hands
with soap and water thoroughly.
Trouble Shooting Engine Problems
Engine Overheating:
1. Immediately shut engine down. The most likely cause is clogging of the sea water strainer. This
condition may be preceded by black smoke from the exhaust. Follow procedure above to clear the strainer.
Check to be sure water is exiting with the exhaust. If water is not exiting with the exhaust, then check the
sea strainer. If it is full of sea weed or eel grass, close the raw water intake then open the sea strainer and
clean out, replace cover and open the raw water intake valve.

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2. If seawater is getting to the engine, the next likely cause is low coolant level. Check the coolant level by
observing the expansion tank. If coolant level is low, add coolant from the pre-mixed jug to the expansion
tank. Never open the radiator cap when the engine is hot, as this could cause severe burns.
Low Oil Pressure:
1. Immediately shut engine down.
2. Check oil level. Add oil if necessary. Use care not to overfill oil.
3. If the engine oil level is not low, DO NOT RESTART. Contact AYC or other personnel listed on the
emergency contact list in the gray manual.
Alternator Failure:
You may keep running the engine, but be aware the batteries are not being charged. Conserve on engine and
battery use. Check the engine belts. Contact AYC immediately.
Engine Dies And Won’t Restart:
Contact AYC immediately.
GETTING UNDERWAY
Close the portholes, windows, and forward hatch. Disconnect shore power and store cord. Once outside the
marina, idle the engine while the crew brings in fenders and lines. Assign one crew member to close hatches
and ports. The dingy is best carried on the davits. Please do not tow the dingy.
SAILS AND RIGGING
The fully battened, mainsail is the main driver under sail in this sloop rig sail plan. It is this feature that
allows for great sailing in light air. This sail plan however requires early reefing in stronger winds. 15 knots
would not be too early for the first reef. This rig has single spreaders and a double backstay. This allows free
access to the swim platform. It also means that dead downwind sailing places the sail on the spreaders. A
broad reach, with close attention to keeping the sail off the spreaders, is recommended. As there is no
“preventer,” take care with jibing – for your sake, and for the protection of the gear. The jib is furled. The
furling line is led aft to the cockpit. To unfurl the headsail, (a) uncleat the furling line, (b) wrap the sheet
around the appropriate winch, (c) pull the sheet aft while maintaining tension on the furling line, (d) cleat
when desired reefing level has been achieved. To furl the jib, apply slight tension on the jib sheet while
pulling on the furling line until it is fully furled. Place three or so wraps of the jib sheets to hold the sail.
Jib sheets are led to the cockpit to the winches. Adjust fairleads forward in heavy wind, aft in light wind.
The jiffy reefing has two reefs. To apply a reef, go head to windward, lower the mainsail halyard, tie the
forward reef line under the boom, snug the associated reef line, then raise the mainsail halyard and resume
sailing. Jib sheets, mainsheet, halyards, and traveler are all operated from the cockpit. There is a hard
adjustable boomvang. A lazyjack type system simplifies sail handling. There is no whisker pole, and no
spinnaker.
Troubleshooting Sails and Rigging
1. Mainsail resists being raised: Check all lines. Both reefing lines should be loose and flopping. The
boomvang should be loose. The mainsheet should be eased. The battens should not be stuck on the lazyjack.