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Beam | 14 ft 8 in (4.5 m) |
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Draft | 3 ft 7 in (1.1 m) |
Dry Weight | 32, 000 lb (14, 515 kg) |
Water Capacity | 98 gal (371 l) |
Holding Tank Capacity | 68 gal (257 l) |
Sleeping Capacity | 6 |
Fuel Capacity | 400 gallons |
Engine Options | Twin diesel engines |
A welcome message from the President of Silverton Marine Corporation.
Historical background of the Silverton yacht company and its founders.
Explains the purpose and contents of the owner's manual.
Details on how to obtain warranty service and information.
Description and identification of hull components like shafts, struts, propellers, and rudders.
Overview of deck components, anchor system, and bridge elements.
Description of interior spaces including Salon, Galley, Staterooms, and Heads.
Location and basic overview of the engine room and generator compartment.
Lists and explains required safety equipment aboard your yacht as per regulations.
Guidelines and precautions for preventing and managing fires aboard the yacht.
Information on carbon monoxide hazards, detection, and prevention.
Procedures for handling emergencies like capsizing, hypothermia, and collisions.
Advice on navigating through storms and fog safely.
Operation and control of the yacht's climate control system.
Proper use and maintenance of the anchor and related equipment.
Details on the automatic fire suppression system for engine compartments.
Explanation of the DC and AC electrical systems, panels, and components.
Operation and maintenance of the yacht's potable water supply.
Information on fuel tanks, distribution, safety, and fueling procedures.
Operation, maintenance, and safety for the onboard generator.
Details on the yacht's engines, transmissions, and starting procedures.
Procedures for preparing the yacht for storage, especially for winter.
Steps to prepare the yacht's engines before initial or seasonal startup.
Step-by-step guide for starting the yacht's engines safely and correctly.
Recommended procedures for testing systems under normal operating conditions.
Steps for properly shutting down the engines after completing a cruise.
Tips and methods to improve the yacht's fuel efficiency.
Definitions of common nautical terms used in the manual.