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GETTING UNDERWAY
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4.2 PREPARING TO GET UNDERWAY
4.2.1 Preliminary checklist
Accurate preliminary checks carried out with time, are fundamental for a
safe navigation. Before leaving harbour, perform the following
procedures. Details for some of the procedures in this list are found
elsewhere in this manual. Check the INDEX.
− Gather information on weather forecast and warnings.
− Consult the pilot’s book for the condition of waters in your area of
operation.
− Consult the navigation charts, in particular the distances, routes,
dangerous sea bottoms, shallow waters, and other hazards.
− Consider the cruise duration.
− Calculate the quantity of fuel required. Check the fuel onboard.
− Check the bilge flooding lights on the control station panel, indicating
the presence of water in the bilge.
− If the lights are lit, switch ON the bilge pump.
− If the pumps do not run, the batteries should be changed.
− If the pumps run, but do not discharge any water, the float switches
may be jammed or defective.
− If the pumps run, but do not discharge any water, the suction line may
be clogged.
− Check if seawater filters of both engines intake seacocks, of
generator cooling system and of A/C system, are clean. If the filter
elements are dirty, CLOSE the thru-hull fitting by moving the valve
lever perpendicularly to the thru-hull fitting body. Remove and clean
the filter baskets, reassemble the filters and then OPEN the thru-hull
valves.
− Check the engines and generator belt tension. Adjust as needed.
Check the engine oil, gearbox oil, and generator oil levels. Replenish
as indicated. V-drive oil inlet is via the dipstick opening.
− Check the propulsion engine and generator cooling water level.
Replenish as indicated as per manufacturer’s manual.
− Check that the diesel fuel filter/water separator elements are clean.
Drain any water in the filters by operating the drain valve.
− Check hydraulic oils levels of the control units for gangway, trim tabs
and steering system. Replenish as indicated.
− Check the levels in fuel and fresh water tanks.
− Check that all items (provisions, navigation charts, yacht documents,
flares, first aid kit, basic tool kit, etc.) required for a safe and
comfortable voyage are onboard.
NOTICES
After reopening the intake seacock, check if seawater filter shows
leaks.
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CAUTION
Storeroom stowage can alter yacht balance, especially transversal trim.
Try to arrange load equally and securely, in order to avoid sudden
displacements.
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