Shasta Lake Titan User manual

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Titan
Operating Manual

Starting the Boat.........................................................................................................................................................................1
After the Engine Has Started ......................................................................2
If the engine will not start ............................................................................2
Flying Bridge...............................................................................................................................................................................2
To Transfer Control to the Flying Bridge ....................................................3
Driving Techniques.....................................................................................................................................................................3
Beaching Your Houseboat..........................................................................4
Bow Thruster...............................................................................................................................................................................4
Bow Thruster operation...............................................................................5
Backing Off the Shore Or Leaving a Marina ..............................................5
If the Houseboat Is Stuck On Shore...........................................................6
Returning to the Marina..............................................................................................................................................................6
The Generator ............................................................................................................................................................................7
Starting the Generator.................................................................................7
If the generator will not start........................................................................7
Stopping the Generator...............................................................................7
Air Conditioners ..........................................................................................................................................................................8
If the air conditioner will not operate ..........................................................8
Spa..............................................................................................................................................................................................8
To start the spa............................................................................................8
If the hot tub will not heat up........................................................................9
Kitchen Appliances ..................................................................................................................................................................9
If one of the above kitchen appliances will not work..................................9
Heater........................................................................................................................................................................................10
If the air conditioner will not turn on...........................................................10
Fireplace Operation..................................................................................................................................................................10

If the propane fireplace will not turn on.....................................................10
Main Breaker.............................................................................................................................................................................11
To reset the main breaker.........................................................................11
Satellite Radio System..............................................................................................................................................................11
DC System................................................................................................................................................................................12
If one of the above appliances will not work.............................................12
Propane System.......................................................................................................................................................................13
Cabin Water Heater .............................................................................................................................................................13
If there is no hot water in the cabin...........................................................13
Spa Water Heater ....................................................................................................................................................................13
If there is no hot water in the spa..............................................................13
Barbeque...................................................................................................................................................................................14
To light the barbeque.................................................................................14
Water system............................................................................................................................................................................15
If the faucet marked “Fresh Water” is not working...................................15
If the faucet marked “Lake Water” is not working.....................................15
Water Slide................................................................................................................................................................................15
If the faucet at the top of the waterslide is not working............................16
Septic System...........................................................................................................................................................................17
Toilet..........................................................................................................................................................................................17
If the bathrooms smell ..............................................................................17
Safety........................................................................................................................................................................................18
Trouble Shooting.......................................................................................................................................................................19
Contacting The Marina.............................................................................................................................................................20
Glossary....................................................................................................................................................................................21

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Chapter
1 Getting Underway
Starting the Boat
Starting the engine is an easy process.
To Start the Titan
1. Post an observer on the aft deck to watch for people in the water,
approaching watercraft, and other obstacles.
2. Turn on the blower switch located next to the ignition on the helm. Let it
run for a minimum of 5 minutes.
3. Turn the key clockwise one click and an alarm will sound. Wait a minimum
of three beeps to allow the control panel to activate.
4. Push the throttle lever on the control box to the neutral position.
5. Press and hold the CONTROL BUTTON for three seconds then release.
This will deactivate the alarm, and the drive indicator light will begin flashing,
then immediately shine constant.

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6. Press the control button and hold down while moving the throttle lever
forward – about one inch. Drive indicator light will now flash.
7. Turn the key clockwise to start the engine. If the engine does not start
within a few seconds, push the throttle lever forward another inch and try again.
This will give the engine a little more gas.
Note: Be sure you do not pull the throttle lever back to the center position, or you will have
to turn the key off and go back to step three.
After the Engine Has Started
Immediately after starting the engine, the drive indicator light is still flashing indicating
that you have not engaged the drive and are in neutral. At this time the throttle lever only
affects the idle speed of your houseboat motor.
1. Turn off the blower switch.
2. Allow the engine to warm up to 160 degrees.
3. Pull the throttle lever back to the center position. The drive indicator light
will stop flashing, and shine constant.
4. Pull the throttle lever back to back up, or push it forward to go forward.
Note: Remember to have an observer on the back deck until the boat is clear of the shore
or dock and traveling forward in open water
If the engine will not start
•Check that the light on the control box is blinking. If not, refer to the section above
to start the Titan.
•Check your fuel gauges. You may be out of gas.
•Try again in fifteen minutes. The engine may be flooded.
Note: Do not hold the key down for more than 30 seconds or you may damage the starter.
Flying Bridge
The flying bridge allows you to maneuver your houseboat from the upper deck. It is for
cruising only. Because you cannot see the front or back of the houseboat never drive
from the flying bridge while docking, beaching, or backing up your houseboat. Before

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transferring control to the upper deck, be sure you are in open water. To transfer control
between helms, follow the steps below.
To Transfer Control to the Flying Bridge
1. Start the engine at the lower helm.
2. Place throttle lever in center position.
3. Press the control button at the helm on the
flying bridge. The drive indicator light will flash.
4. Put the throttle lever at the flying bridge in the
center position. The drive indicator light will stop blinking and shine constant. This
completes the transfer. You can now maneuver the houseboat from the flying bridge.
Return control back to the lower helm in the same manner.
Driving Techniques
Your houseboat handles like any other inboard/outboard, only slower. The key is to
anticipate your direction and speed well in advance. Here are a few points to consider
while at the helm of your houseboat.
•Maintain a slow, safe speed.
•Always be on the lookout for debris in the water. If it is unavoidable, place the drive
in neutral and coast past the object.
•Whenever possible, navigate into the wind.
•Think of reverse as your brakes. To slow your forward motion, shift into reverse.
•To turn very tightly, begin your turn going forward slowly, put the throttle lever in the
center position and turn the wheel in the opposite direction, shift back into reverse and
briefly rev the engine. Then, return the throttle to the center position, turn the wheel
back in the direction you want to go, shift into forward and briefly rev the engine.
Repeat this forward/reverse method until you have made your turn.
•The faster you are traveling, the wider your turn will be.
•Shift from forward to reverse or vice versa very slowly. Shifting quickly can stall the
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•If you lose control of the boat, try to stay calm. The worst you will probably do is
damage the propeller.
NOTE: If you damage the propeller, park the boat, turn off the engine and contact the
marina.
•Use an observer on the aft deck when backing up, making turns in tight places or
heavy traffic.
Beaching Your Houseboat
You must beach your houseboat every evening. Never beach or approach any dock while
driving from the fly bridge. It is best to choose a location protected from the wind, and the
wake of other vessels. It is important that your location has at least one clear houseboat
length on each side so you will have enough room to maneuver.
1. Choose a landing spot that is not too rocky so you will be able to hammer your
stakes into the ground. Also, you need a shoreline that is steep enough so the bow
of your boat will reach land before the bottom of the hull does.
2. Proceed at idle speed straight at the shore. As you near the shoreline, use reverse
to soften the landing.
3. After landing, throttle forward at about 2,000 rpm steering straight into the shore.
This will hold the houseboat in place and keep it perpendicular with the shoreline
as a crew member drives the stakes into the ground and secures the lines.
4. The captain should stay at the helm during the entire tie-down process. Secure all
4 lines from the stern (rear) of the vessel. 2 at 30 degree angle and 2 at a 20 degree
angle If at all possible, use a stump, tree or some other well-anchored object to
secure your lines.
5. You should away use the double stake method when securing the vessel. You do
this by driving the first stake in the ground and tying your line to the bottom of it.
You then wrap the line twice around the stake to the top and secure to the top.
Next drive the second stake in the ground up hill from the first about 4 feet away.
Secure the line from the top of the first to the bottom of the second. Doing this
double stake method will prevent any stake movement or lesson the chances of the
stakes pulling out of the ground.
Note: Check your lines and the lake level each morning. If the lake level has changed, you will have
to re-park the houseboat and retie the lines.
Bow Thruster
The Titan is equipped with a single bow thruster. It operates from a hydrolic system off of
the generator unit. It is used mainly when docking the boat at the marina and at slow boat
speeds. Never operate the Bow Thruster in open water to steer the vessel. When
operating the bow thruster always be aware or the depth of the water at the bow. There

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must be at least five feet of water below the bow to prevent rocks, dirt or debris
from being ingested into the thruster.
Bow Thruster operation
1. Start generator 3-4 minutes before needing to allow generator to warm up.(see
“generator” for starting procedures.
2. At the lower helm, lower right side, you will find the controls for the Bow Thruster. Press
the the two “ON' buttons at the same time.
3. Rotate the center knob to the port (Left) to push the bow left, OR, rotate the center
knob to the starboard (right) to push the bow right.
4. Work the thruster is 5 second burst or less.
5. Once vessel is docked, press the “OFF” button on the controller to prevent accidental
operation of thruster.
6. The generator may be turned off at this time or left on for normal operation.
Backing Off the Shore Or Leaving a Marina
1. Post an observer on the back deck.
2. Start the engine and allow it to warm up to 160 degrees.

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3. Engage the drive by pulling the throttle lever back to the center position. Throttle
forward at about 2,000 rpm to hold the boat in place.
4. Untie the lines and secure them to the bow of the vessel.
5. Remove all stakes from the ground and place in stake holder.
6. Sound your horn three times and throttle into reverse. Do not start your turn until
you are in open water.
If the Houseboat Is Stuck On Shore
•With an observer on the back deck, shift into idle reverse and steer all the way to the
left until the boat is at a 30 degree angle with the shoreline and then steer all the way to
the right, again to a 30 degree angle. This will loosen the bow from the shoreline. If
the boat will not back straight off the shoreline then increase the rpm and try again.
•If the reverse method does not work, attempt the same process using forward to loosen
bow of boat. Then use reverse to back straight off the shoreline.
Note: If you are not able to get the houseboat off the shore, contact the marina. You may incur a
charge for this service.
Returning to the Marina
When returning to the marina, wait just inside the log boom and we will come out to your
boat and dock it for you. If you are checking out, we require that you wash the decks and
detail the inside prior to come in. To speed up the checkout process, have your gear
packed and placed on the front deck before you get to the marina. Our porter service is on
a first come first serve basis.
Your checkout will begin when all of your belongings are off the houseboat and you have
completed a general cleaning. A member of our staff will then fuel the houseboat,
conduct a walk-through, and call the charges into the marina store. You complete your
checkout, and pay for your fuel and any other charges you have incurred in the marina
store.

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Chapter
2 The AC System
The Generator
The generator is the power source for the 110-volt system. The spa, air conditioner, mini
refrigerator, dishwasher, trash compactor and washer/drier are all ran on this system. The
generator must be on to use any of these appliances.
Starting the Generator
1. Turn on the blower switch located on the lower starboard side of the electrical
panel in the hallway between the two lower state rooms. Let run for a minimum of
5 minutes.
2. Before attempting to start generator. Make sure the “Ships Power Source” is
in the “Off” position.
3. Press and hold the “On” and “Start” switch, at the same time, in the down
position. These switches are located on the electrical panel located in the
hallway between the two lower state rooms. When the red light illuminates, let
go of the switches. If the red light goes out the generator has stopped.
4. Turn off the blower.
5. Turn the “Ships Power Source” to the “Ship's Gen” position.
If the generator will not start
•Try again in fifteen minutes. The engine may be flooded.
•Press and hold down the “Stop” button for 5 seconds to reset the system then retry.
Note: Do not hold the start switch down for more than 30 seconds or you may burn up the
starter.
Stopping the Generator
Turn the “Ship's shore power switch” to the off position.

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Press and hold the “Stop” switch down. When the red light goes out the generator has
stopped.
Air Conditioners
The controls to the conditioner are located on the port wall of the hallway just forward of
the galley. The generator must be on to operate the air conditioner. It takes about five
minutes for the unit to warm up to work effectively. To use the air conditioner, set the
thermostat to the desired temperature and choose either the “Cool” or “Heat” system
setting. Then choose either “Auto” or manual “On” for the fan. It is best to leave on
“Auto”.
Air Conditioner operation tips.
1. Keep outside doors closed as much as possible.
2. Pull down window shades on sunny side of vessel.
3. Set temperature setting between 78 & 82 degrees.
4. Don't wait to run unit until cabin is very hot. Unit works best at maintaining a
comfortable temperature than trying to cool a very hot cabin.
If the air conditioner will not operate
•Make sure the generator is on.
•Check the switch for the air conditioner on the electrical panel in the hallway
between the lower state rooms.
•Temperature setting may be to low and unit has frozen up. Turn unit off let “thaw” for
several hours then restart unit.
Spa
The spa is cleaned and filled with treated water at the beginning of each voyage. It will
require only 1 tablespoon of non-chlorine shock, once a day. The generator must be on to
run the spa, and the corresponding switch for the spa labeled "Hot Tub" on the electrical
panel in the front state room on the California deck. This switch and the switch for the
water jets on the tub should be left on for normal spa operation. This will insure your
water stays filtered and warm. At night time or when spa is not in use, the “Circulator
pump” switch should be turned off to conserve inverter power.

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To start the spa
1. Turn on the generator.
2. Make sure the switch on the electrical panel labeled "Hot Tub" is on. This
switch powers the jet pump.
3. Make sure the switch on the electrical panel labeled “Circulator Pump”. This
switch powers the pump that filters and warms/heats the water.
4. Change the speed of the jets and the amount of aeration (bubbles) with the
controls located on the hot tub.
If the hot tub will not heat up
If the spa is allowed to cool down, it takes several hours to heat up. To reheat the spa,
put the cover on, turn on the generator, and allow the water to circulate. The propane
heater will turn on automatically. The hot tub water heater is located behind a small
door on the port side of the California deck.
1. Turn the thermostat knob to a higher heat setting.
2. Check the “circulator pump” breaker at the main electrical panel located in the
front state room on the California deck. Turn “ON” if off.
3. Check the “circulator pump” switch located behind a small door on the port side
of the California deck. Turn “ON” if off.
Kitchen Appliances
The generator must be on to operate the dishwasher, trash compactor, hot
tub jet pump and some galley outlets. When the generator is on, these
appliances are operated in the same manner as a household appliance.
If one of the above kitchen appliances will not work
•Make sure the generator is on

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•Make sure the corresponding switch on the electrical panel in the hallway between the
two state rooms on the lower deck is in the “on” position.
The refrigerator, oven, microwave and hot tub circulatory pump run off the inverter
system. The generator does not have to be on to run these appliances. However, if the
inverter switches on the electrical panel or the button on the inverter panels are turned off,
these appliances will not work. Also, if the cabin battery loses its charge, the inverter
system will automatically shut off and these appliances will not work until the
generator is started and allowed to recharge the cabin battery.
Heater
There are two sources of heat on the Titan: the air conditioner and a propane fireplace.
The controls for air conditioner are on the port side of the hallway just past the galley on
the lower deck. The air conditioner heater requires the use of the generator. The propane
fireplace does not, therefore it is cheaper for you to use. (see “Fireplace Operation”)
To use the air conditioner to heat your boat
1. Turn on the generator.
2. Check that the switches for the air conditioner on the electrical panel in the
hallway between the two lower state rooms is on.
3. Set the air conditioner control to heat.
4. Set the thermostat to the desired setting.
If the air conditioner will not turn on
•Make sure the generator is on.
Fireplace Operation
1. The fireplace is controlled by a thermostat located in the hallway, port wall, on the
lower deck. Push the thermostat lever under the control unit to the right.
2. Set the thermostat to the desired setting.
3. Be aware that the fireplace could use a large amount of your propane supply. If you
use up your supply, you will need to return to the marina to refill. We can not refill the
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If the propane fireplace will not turn on
•Check the switch for the Heater on the electrical panel in the hallway on the lower
deck.
•Check pilot light at base of fireplace. Relight if needed by 1) Turning gas control knob
to “pilot”. 2) Push control knob in and hold. Light with piezo igniter button. Continue
to hold knob in for about 1 minute after pilot lights. 3) release knob allow to pop back
up. 4) Turn control knob counterclockwise to “on”.
•Check to see if you are out of propane by trying to light the stove
Main Breaker
There is a main breaker located on the generator. This breaker controls the AC
system on the electrical panel in the hallway on the port side. If this breaker trips, the
spa, dishwasher, trash compactor, air conditioner, and battery charger will not work.
To reset the main breaker
1. Secure the houseboat in a safe location. Turn off the houseboat engine and
the generator to ensure the safety of the person checking the main breaker.
2. Expose the generator by lifting the generator hatch on the aft deck and locate the
breaker switch.
3. The breaker is located on the port side of the generator. Turn the switch off and
then back on to reset the breaker.
4. Reset the main breaker on the generator ONLY after consulting our service
department personnel. Service Department # is 530-275-7955.
Satellite Radio System
The satellite radio system will give you hours of listening enjoyment. Please consider
that due to the fact the satellites we use are elliptical orbiting, you may experience
signal loss on some remote areas of the lake.
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1. Turn on the breaker labeled “stereo” at the electrical panel in the hallway on the port
side.
2. Press the button labeled “source/power” on the cd/tuner unit located on the top deck.
3. Press the button labeled “source/power” to select xm radio.
4. Select a channel by pressing the up/down button.
Chapter
3
The DC System
DC System
The DC system consists of a bank of battery cells and an inverter. The Refrigerators,
oven, microwave, toaster, blender, coffee maker, water pumps, entertainment center
components and lighting system use DC power. The generator does not have to be on to
run any of these. However, if the inverter switchs on the electrical panel or the buttons on
the inverter panel are turned off these appliances will not work. Also, if the cabin battery
loses its charge, the inverters will automatically shut off and these appliances will not
work until the generator is started and allowed to recharge the cabin battery.
If one of the above appliances will not work
•Check that the corresponding switch on the electrical panel is on.
•Check that the inverter switch on the electrical panel is on and the button for
the inverter on the inverter panel is activated. If the inverter button is
activated it will display battery voltage and draw. The inverter should be left on
at all times.
•Check the power level of the cabin battery on the inverter panel. The inverter
panels are on the right & left hand side of the Electrical panel in the main cabin. If the
voltage on ether panel is at or below 11.5 start the generator and allow it to charge the
cabin battery. The inverter panel on the left controls the power to the California and
Texas decks. The control panel on the right controls the lower or main deck.

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Chapter
4 The Propane
System
Propane System
The water heaters, spa, barbecue, stove, and oven, use propane. The Titan holds 40
gallons of propane. This is more than enough for a week’s voyage and you should not run
out.
Cabin Water Heater
The two water heaters for the cabin is automated. Turning the switch on at the electrical
panel on the main deck is all that must be done. If the reset “red” light is on, turn switch to
off then back to on. This will relight the water heater.
If there is no hot water in the cabin
•Switches have been turned off. Turn switches to on.
Spa Water Heater
The pilot light for the spa heater in automatic.
If there is no hot water in the spa
•Allow the spa six hours to heat up completely with the water “circulating pump”
switches on, and the cover in place.
•Inverters need to be turned on in main cabin.
•Switch on control panel on California deck is turned off, turn switch to “on”.
•Inverter batteries to low. Start generator to charge battery bank.
•Set the thermostat dial to higher setting. Thermostat is located on heater behind access
door on outside of California deck, port side.

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Barbeque
The barbeque will light with an automatic striker or manually with lighter or match. It is
operated in the same manner as a residential gas barbeque.
To light the barbeque
1. Open the lid on top of the barbeque.
2. Do not lean over the top of the barbeque at any time. Flare up is always a possibility.
3. Use the igniter switch on the left side knob or insert a lit match or an igniter stick
into the hole at the lower right side of the front of the barbeque and turn the
temperature control knob to medium. The barbeque should light immediately.
4. Select the desired setting and allow the barbeque to heat up for five minutes before
cooking.
5. Be sure to turn off the barbeque after use. Forgetting to turn the barbeque off will run
your propane reserves down quickly.
Tips. After every use the barbecue should be cleaned to prevent flare ups during the
next use. After food is removed, leave unit on, at a low setting for an additional 10 to
15 minuets. Use wire brush provided and clean grate. Turn unit off.

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Chapter
5
The Water
System
Water system
There are two sources of water on the Titan, a 200-gallon fresh water tank and a pick up
under the vessel to draw in raw lake water. The fresh water tank is used only for drinking
and cooking. The lake water, which is filtered, is used for the toilets, the water slide, deck
faucets, dishwasher, and showers. Each sink on the Titan has two faucets. One is labeled
“Lake Water” and one is labeled “Fresh Water.” Do not drink from the lake water faucet.
If the faucet marked “Fresh Water” is not working
•Check that the switch labeled “Fresh Water” on the electrical panel on the main deck
is on.
•With the switches on and no water flowing there may be an electrical or plumbing
problem. Contact our Service Department. 530-275-7950
•With the fresh water faucet on you should be able to hear the hum of the fresh water
pump. In the unlikelihood of being out of water you will need to return to the marina
to refill.
If the faucet marked “Lake Water” is not working
•Check that the corresponding switch on the electrical panel is on.
•There are two lake water pumps installed on the Titan. If one fails you can easily
switch to the other. To do this, find the switch marked “Lake Water ” below the
electrical panel in the hallway on the main deck and flip the switch.
Water Slide
Be sure and wet the surface of the water slide before use. There is switch located just
below the entrance to the slide. Once pressed water will flow for about 30 seconds, then
turn off. Each single person trip down the slide will need to press the switch to insure a
wet surface. ONLY ONE PERSON AT A TIME should attempt to go down the slide.
Always have an observer located at the aft railing to insure area is clear before going
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If the faucet at the top of the waterslide is not working
•Check that the corresponding switch on the electrical panel, located in the front
stateroom on the California deck, is on.