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GETTING UNDERWAY
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4.8 MOORING & DOCKING
The yacht is equipped with very powerful engines, with high performance
rudders and with a very efficient thruster.
The bow thruster should be used at very low speed for maneuvering,
without making headway; at higher speeds, engine control levers should
be in off-set use.
The ability to exploit such qualities depends on the “familiarity” the
helmsman has with his yacht. Practice is the only way to acquire
confidence, and finally you will be able to safely perform mooring and
unmooring maneuvers even in very difficult or crowded areas.
A basic rule to keep in mind is to maneuver the yacht at low speed, in
order to have enough time to react and for evaluating the situation; then,
in case of accidental contact with other vessels, you will not cause any
serious damage.
4.8.1 Before leaving the shore
Do not cast off mooring lines or weigh anchor if swimmers or other
vessels are nearby.
− Ease the mooring lines and check that everything is ready for casting
off lines, all lines are clear; nothing on the yacht is entangled with
another yacht or the shore structure.
− Check the proper operation of all navigation instruments: VHF radio,
compass, radar, plotter, horn, etc.
− Unplug the shore service connection cables of TV/Telephone, shore
power electric supply, water supply, and cablemaster if connected.
− Plan maneuvers ahead of time.
− If there is more than one way to approach a berth or depart the shore,
use the most conservative maneuver.
4.8.2 Departing from the shore
− When you are ready to depart the shore, remove mooring lines.
Check for mooring lines overboard or objects that may become
entangled in the propellers. Do not engage the engine gears until you
are certain nothing can become caught in the propellers.
− Have a crew member ready with fenders to protect the yacht in the
event of wind or sea conditions that overcome your ability to control
the yacht.
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CAUTION
Before the mooring or unmooring maneuver, ensure that engines,
gearboxes, rudders and bow thruster (if installed) are in working order.
During such maneuvers, the helmsman should prevent any unpleasant
noise, and/or wake. Before unmooring, make sure that all doors,
hatches, port-holes, etc. are closed.
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WARNING
Before starting the maneuver, make sure that people on board,
especially children, do not obstruct operations or that they stay in
suitable places.
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