True Course Yachting Linssen DS 45' User manual

TRUE COURSE YACHTING, INC.
OWNER’S MANUAL
M/V STRAIGHT UP
Linssen DS 45'

Your boat is an investment – yacht management is
not only about maintaining that investment, but
also adding value. TCY is here to help you manage
– and increase – the value of your boat.
-Benjamin T. Davis
Captain/Owner,
True Course Yachting, Inc.
We focus on your boat, so you can focus on boating.

INTRODUCTION
Linssen DS 45 features classic styling with state of the art
performance. She has been identified as the “Most Exclusive
45-footer in the world” as awarded by Boating Magazine for
her unique features and has won the Professional Design
Award for her extraordinary features.
Her design, engineering, and quality Dutch workmanship
prove her to be a very special motor yacht offering an
extremely pleasurable, quiet ride measuring 70 DB’s at
the helm at cruise.

CONTENTS
1. VESSEL SPECIFICATIONS AND OVERVIEW
1.1 Vessel Information ...............................................................................1-1
1.2 Vessel Specications..........................................................................1-3
2. SAFETY
2.1 Inventory.................................................................................................2-1
2.2 Thru Hull Penetrations ......................................................................2-3
2.3 Fire ghting ..........................................................................................2-7
3. ENGINE OPERATIONS
3.1 Engine Checks ......................................................................................3-1
3.2 Starting/Stopping ..............................................................................3-3
4. ELECTRICAL MANAGEMENT
4.1 Generator................................................................................................4-1
4.2 AC/DC.....................................................................................................4-3
4.3 Batteries.................................................................................................4-4
5. H2O SYSTEMS
5.1 Head..........................................................................................................5-1
5.2 Showers..................................................................................................5-2
5.3 Tankage..................................................................................................5-3
6. DECK GENERAL
6.1 Anchoring...............................................................................................6-1

1
VESSEL SPECIFICATIONS & OVERVIEW
1.1 VESSEL INFORMATION
Vessel Yr/Make/Model: 45’ Linssen, DS 45 Variotop, 2002
Vessel Name: Straight Up
Hull ID Number Verication: DSA45004H102
Manufacturer/Builder: Lissen Yachts, The Netherlands
1-1
Photo of Hull ID Number
Verication

1-2
VESSEL DESCRIPTION
Straight Up, a 2002, 45’ Linssen DS45 with Variotop, is a first generation of
fiberglass boats made by Linssen. Powered by a pair of Volvo Penta TAMD74P
turbo diesel inboards. Straight Up has a deep Vee hull and the aft cockpit
features a teak sole. The bow is accessed with a walk-around either side
deck, while the bridge deck, equipped with a powered convertible top, is fully
enclosed with access through a sliding door. Her air-conditioned bridge deck
has L shaped seating, a table and a fully outfitted wet bar. The main salon,
which is also air conditioned, is accessed by stepping through the helm. The
dinette/ settee is to starboard with L shaped seating, a table, stereo system and
widescreen TV. The guest berth is to port with twin beds, hanging lockers and
storage. The galley, also to port, is further forward. There are two heads forward
one on the port side and one to starboard and the air conditioned master suite
is forward with double berth.

1-3
VESSEL SPECIFICATIONS & OVERVIEW
1.3 VESSEL SPECIFICATIONS
U.S.C.G. Ofcial Documentation No: 1136105
(permanently affixed per USCG regulations)
Documented Use: Recreational
Type: Fiberglass, Planing, Deep Vee Hull
Length overall (L.O.A.): 45’ per manufacturer spec’s
Beam: 14’ 1” per manufacturer spec’s
Draft: 3’ 3” per manufacturer spec’s
Displacement: 31,700 lbs, per manufacturer spec’s
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2
2-1
SAFETY
2.1 INVENTORY
ITEM QUANTITY EXPIRES
Red Parachute Fares 3 05/15/2017
Watertight HH VHF 1 08/06/2016
Hand Bearing Compass 2 10/12/2020
First Aid Kit 1 03/05/2015
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SAFETY
2.1 INVENTORY
ITEM QUANTITY EXPIRES
Head Lamp 3 04/10/2018
Signal Mirror 2 —
Rescue Whistle 4 —
Watertight HH GPS 1 07/14/2018
Life Raft Knife 1 —
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2-2

2.2 THROUGH-HULL PENETRATIONS
There are 12 through-hull penetrations aboard, three in the
bow, five amidship and four aft of midship and center line. Each
through-hull is equipped with a wooden through-hull plug for
emergencies only.
2-3
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2-4
SAFETY
(continued)
2.2 THROUGH-HULL PENETRATIONS
Forward Cabin Access
Anchor Locker
Through-Hull
Starboard
Forward
Grey Water Through-Hull
Port Forward
Black Water
Through-Hull
Starboard
Forward

2-5
2.2 THROUGH-HULL PENETRATIONS
Starboard
Amidship
Engine Raw
Water to Sea
Strainer
Port Amidship
Engine Raw
Water to Sea
Strainer
Port Amidship
Depth Transducer
Starboard Amidship
Speed Transducer
“Speedo”
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2-6
SAFETY
(continued)
2.2 THROUGH-HULL PENETRATIONS
Port Aft Raw Water
Sea Strainer
Port Aft
Air-condition
Raw Water
Through-Hull
Port Aft Raw Water
Wash Down Sea
Strainer
Starboard Aft Generator Engine
Raw Water Exhaust Discharge
Port Aft Generator
Raw Water Sea
Strainer
Raw Water Wash Down
Pump Intake
Port Aft Generator Raw
Water To Sea Strainer

2-7
2.3 FIREFIGHTING
There are two fire extinguishers on board. For fire extinguisher
operating instructions and warnings see label.
Mounted in
Port Cabin
Mounted in Port Cabin Mounted
under Helm Sink
Close-up of Helm
Sink Extinguisher

3
3-1
ENGINE OPERATIONS
3.1 ENGINE CHECKS
Prior to starting any engine the following must be performed:
1Check engine oil level. The dipstick is located at the base of
the Main Engine inboard above the battery bank.
2Check coolant reservoirs located forward of each engine
(min-max level) also remove the coolant cap on each engine
to inspect level (coolant should be at the rim where cap
seats on engine).
Engine Dipstick
Oil Cap
on Engine
Coolant Cap
on Engine
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3-2
3Inspect all sea strainers for cleanliness. There should be no
debris in the strainer and water level should be full up to
glass inspection port. After starting engines these should be
rechecked for circulation.
4Once the engine has warmed up, check transmission fluid
level. Each engine has a dip stick from the fluid drum aft of
the engine where shaft is connected.
Starboard Engine Coolant
Reserve Tank
Clean Sea Strainer
3
Transmission Fluid Check
4
2

3-3
ENGINE OPERATIONS
3.2 STARTING/STOPPING
The vessel must be in neutral to begin this sequence.
EDC Volvo Penta Electrical Start:
1The engines must be in neutral
2Turn both keys one position clockwise
3Press the key icon for three seconds on the EDC panel
4Two red lights will display on either side of the
key icon
5A green light will appear above the “N” for neutral,
this activates the Engine Room blower
6Turn each key clockwise until the engines start, after
starting a blue light will appear above the “=” icon
7Engage throttles
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4-1
ELECTRICAL MANAGEMENT
4.1 GENERATOR
Generator checks:
1Oil
2Coolant
3Sea strainer
The generator controls are located
on the generator panel located
in the saloon to starboard and
a second set in the engine room
located starboard of the generator,
there is a single isolated 12Volt
cranking battery located in the
battery bank amidships in the
engine room.
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3
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4-2
ELECTRICAL MANAGEMENT
(continued)
The generator can be started at the unit and shut down
remotely from the panel located inside the saloon.
To start the genset on the unit:
1Hold down the prime/power toggle for approx.
3 seconds
2Depress in the opposite direction to start, make
sure you hold the toggle down until the genset
has completely started.
To start the unit on the remote panel :
1Hold down the prime/power toggle for approx.
3 seconds
2Depress in the opposite direction to start, make
sure you hold the toggle down until the genset has
completely started. Once the genset is running you
will be able to load items onto this AC Power.
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1
Emergency
Off Switch