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Overview of helm instrumentation like tachometers, speedometers, and warning indicators for engine monitoring.
Critical safety procedures for fueling, including no smoking, ventilation, and avoiding spills.
Step-by-step instructions for safe and proper refueling of the boat's fuel tank.
Details on the 12-volt DC system, battery configuration, parallel feature, and circuit protection.
Explanation of the 120-volt AC system, shore power connection, galvanic isolation, and AC panel protection.
Recommended steps for making a shore power connection, checking polarity, and safe disconnection.
Crucial safety warnings regarding AC electrical shock hazards, proper grounding, and avoiding water contact.
Operation of bilge pumps (manual/automatic) and high water alarms for bilge water management.
Dangers of carbon monoxide (CO), its sources, symptoms, and importance of proper boat ventilation.
Information on the CO detector, its activation, testing, and maintenance procedures.
Maintenance of the engine bracket, swim platform, boarding ladder, and anode checks for corrosion.
Features of the head compartment, sink, shower, and the electric marine head system operation.
Operation of the electric head, waste discharge to holding tank, and macerator pump use.
Operation of the reverse cycle air conditioning unit, its cooling medium, and condensation management.
Guidelines for operating the AC unit, checking water flow, and maintenance of the sea strainer.
Information on the CO detector, its activation, and maintenance of cabin woodwork and finishes.
Function of audible engine alarms and SmartCraft Vessel Display for monitoring critical engine systems.
Details on Personal Flotation Devices (PFDs) and Visual Distress Signals (Pyrotechnic/Non-Pyrotechnic).
Requirements for fire extinguishers and additional safety equipment to consider for offshore operation.
Precautions for fuel/bilge fires, explosion risks, and requirements for sound signaling devices.
Function of the CO detector, its alarm system, and critical safety information regarding CO exposure.
Symptoms of CO poisoning, advice on responding to alarms, and limitations of CO detectors.
Pre-cruise checks, safety equipment compliance, passenger safety, and weight distribution for proper boat operation.
Comprehensive checklist for pre-cruise checks including weather, documents, safety gear, fuel, and engine systems.
Procedures for starting engines, post-start checks, and safe boat operation, including alcohol/drug warnings.
Importance of engine break-in procedures and the operator's responsibility for safety and legal compliance.
Techniques for docking, anchoring, and mooring, including line management and maneuvering in various conditions.
Detailed guidance on approaching docks, securing lines, and leaving docks or moorings safely.
Actions to take in case of collision, grounding, flooding, or capsizing, emphasizing safety and assistance.
Procedures for recovering a person overboard, including immediate actions and safety precautions.
Procedures for hull cleaning, bottom painting, and maintenance of fiberglass gelcoat surfaces.
Procedures for preparing the boat for storage, including pumping tanks, stabilizing fuel, and draining systems.
Safe methods for lifting and supporting the boat using slings and proper blocking or cradles.
Steps to prepare the boat for storage: washing, removing oxidation, greasing shafts, and storing batteries.
Draining and winterizing the fresh water system, including lines, tank, heater, and pumps, with antifreeze.
Draining and winterizing raw water systems, livewells, fishboxes, and the marine toilet using antifreeze.
Winterizing the air conditioning condensation drain and bilge systems, and protecting metal components.
Procedures for winterizing the outboard engine bracket, engines, and hardtop drain holes.
Steps for recommissioning the boat after storage, including battery installation, anode checks, and system checks.
Troubleshooting common issues with hydraulic steering, boat wandering, and engine starting problems.
Solutions for sluggish performance, lost speed, RPM issues, and boat vibration during cruising.
Causes and solutions for engine overheating, charging issues, RPM limitations, and oil level problems.
Troubleshooting for air conditioner cutout, CO detector alarms, fishbox macerator, and water pump failures.
Diagnosing and resolving issues with washdown/fresh water pumps, bilge pump float switches, and manual activation.
Troubleshooting for head flushing, holding tank emptying, marine head odors, and refrigerator operation.
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