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The tank vent is located next to the filler pipe. Please place an OilSorb over the vent
to catch diesel spills. Keep the OilSorb in place until after the engine is started as the
tank has a tendency to burp as it is filling or when the engine is started and rocks the
level in the tank.
The engine is serviced regularly and under normal conditions should require no special
attention. The oil dipstick should be checked daily before starting the engine. Spare oil is
kept on board and may be added ONLY IF NECESSARY. DO NOT OVERFILL! The
dipstick is located on the starboard side of the engine inside the small engine access hatch in
the starboard aft cabin area.
The Sail Drive unit (Reverse Gear “S” Drive Unit) oil level is serviced regularly. The oil
level is checked with the dipstick unscrewed from the housing. PLEASE DO NOT ADD
OIL AS THE UNIT IS EXTREMELY SENSITIVE FOR PROPER OPERATION.
ANCHOR & CHAIN
A CQR Anchor is located on the bow with a secondary anchor kept in the port aft cockpit
locker. The primary anchor is connected to 60 feet of chain, with an additional 240-foot
anchor line. The secondary anchor has 15 feet of chain and 150 feet of rode. The primary
chain is marked with paint at 10-foot increments. The anchor line is marked with plastic
"flags". The anchor should be carefully released over the bow roller and then lowered
manually until contact is made with the bottom. Do not simply let the anchor line ‘run free.”
Depending on depth and weather conditions, additional chain/line should be played out as the
boat is slowly backed down to firmly set the anchor. Once the anchor "catches" set it firmly
by tying down the line and placing the engine in reverse and increase engine power to
approximately 1000-1250 rpm to confirm that anchor is not dragging (better to take 5
minutes now than a chaotic hour at 2 am!). Tie off the anchor line to the anchoring cleat
inside the Anchor Locker once the anchor is securely set. Make SURE that the anchor line is
securely cleated!!
The secondary anchor is not connected to the anchor rode. This will allow you to use the
line to be used as a shore-tie line in close anchorage (as commonly practiced in Canadian
waters).
A low amp Anchor Light is located on the masthead. If anchored in a crowded area or in
"open" water, turn on anchor light at dusk and leave on until daybreak. If in doubt, use the
anchor light!
In close anchorage conditions, watch adjacent boats as
ESCAPE swings with the wind or
current. Assure adequate clearance so that you are not "surprised" later when you change
position. Assure adequate depth for the duration of your anchorage - not just when you
"drop the hook". Consult "Ports and Passes" to determine the full tide range occurring
during your intended anchorage!
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