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Meridian Yachts 580 Pilothouse User Manual

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Meridian Yachts 580 Pilothouse Specifications

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Beam16 ft 6 in (5.03 m)
Draft4 ft 9 in (1.45 m)
Fuel Capacity800 gal (3, 028 L)
Holding Tank Capacity100 gal (379 L)
Engine TypeDiesel

Summary

Hazard Boxes & Symbols

DANGER!

Explains immediate hazards causing severe injury or death.

WARNING!

Explains hazards leading to severe personal injury or death.

CAUTION

Explains hazards causing minor injury or product damage.

Chapter 1: Welcome Aboard!

Dimensions & Tank Capacities

Yacht's physical specifications and fluid capacities.

Boating Experience

Guidance for new owners to gain safe operating experience.

Qualified Maintenance

Importance of using trained personnel for system maintenance.

Safety Standards

Critical safety guidelines and hazard awareness for yacht operation.

Carbon Monoxide (CO)

Information on CO hazards, symptoms, and prevention.

How to Protect Yourself & Others From CO

Steps to take to prevent and respond to CO exposure.

Chapter 2: Locations

Exterior Views

Identification of key external components and features of the yacht.

Forward Deck View

Labeled diagram of the yacht's forward deck area.

Command Bridge Helm Station

Labeled diagram of the command bridge control console.

Component Locations

Detailed identification and location of specific yacht components.

Batteries

Location and overview of the yacht's battery banks.

Bilge Pumps

Location and function of the yacht's bilge pumping systems.

Chapter 3: Propulsion & Related Systems

Engines

General information regarding the yacht's engines.

Engine Cooling System

Procedures and warnings for the engine cooling system.

Exhaust System

Safety precautions and system overview for engine exhaust.

Fuel System

Critical safety information and components of the fuel system.

Shaft-Transmission Alignment

Importance and maintenance of shaft alignment.

Chapter 4: Controls & Gauges

Steering

Information about the yacht's steering system.

Autopilot

Guidance on using the autopilot system safely.

Trim Tabs

Operation and maintenance of the trim tab system.

Gauges

General information and care for the yacht's gauges.

Chapter 5: Navigation & Communication Equipment

Radar

Operational guidelines and safety warnings for the radar system.

Global Positioning System (GPS)

Use and limitations of the GPS system for navigation.

Chapter 6: Plumbing

Bilge Pumps

Overview and testing procedures for the bilge pump systems.

Autofloat Switches

Functionality and testing of automatic bilge pump switches.

Seawater Systems

Information on seacocks and strainers in seawater systems.

Seacocks

Proper use and maintenance of seacock valves.

Freshwater System

Operation and maintenance of the yacht's potable water system.

Drain Systems

How various drains function and their maintenance.

Marine Heads & Holding Tank

Information on the sanitation system and waste management.

Water Heater

Operation, maintenance, and winterization of the water heater.

Preparing the Water Heater for Use After Yacht Storage

Steps to get the water heater ready after a storage period.

Chapter 10: Air Conditioning & Heating

Air Conditioner (If Equipped)

Operation and safety for the yacht's air conditioning system.

Diesel Heat (If Equipped)

Operation and safety for the diesel heating system.

Chapter 11: Electrical Systems

24/12-Volt DC System

Overview of the yacht's DC electrical architecture.

Batteries

Information on the yacht's battery banks and their function.

Battery Switches

How to use the battery isolation switches safely.

Fuses & Circuit Breakers

Location and function of electrical protection devices.

Shore Power

Connecting to and using shore power safely.

Generator

Operation, safety, and maintenance of the onboard generator.

Important Records

Engines

Fields to log engine specifications and serial numbers.

Electronics

Fields to record details of installed electronic equipment.

Float Plan

Description of Yacht

Details to record about the yacht for a float plan.

Persons Onboard

Details of individuals on board for a float plan.

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