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BARBECUE 

 
 
The  BARBECUE  is  kept  in  its  mounting  brackets  on  the  transom.    The  REGULATOR  (blue  in  color)  is 
separately kept in the salon’s port side aft cabinet.  The barbecue cooks fairly hot and fast so keep an eye on 
your food. 
 
After each use, please wipe down the barbecue with paper towels and restow the regulator. 
 

Caution:

  Do not leave the regulator attached to the barbecue; ALWAYS restow after use.  

 

 

DINGHY & OUTBOARD MOTOR 

 
 
The Bullfrog DINGHY with a 25hp Honda engine is stored on the Bridge.  It has the capacity of 429 pounds 
(2 persons and gear). 
 

Lowering 

 
To deploy the dinghy, clip the DINGHY ROPE to the top of the rail near the oarlock, and route the line into 
the aft cockpit.  Have a crew member below aft deck, with a boat hook, to help guide the dinghy as it lowers 
and  to  secure  it  once it  gets  to the  water.   The  davit control  is  located in the  Pilothouse  cabinet  below the 
electrical panel.  Insert the controller’s 3-prong plug into the receptacle just forward of the davit arm on the 
port side of the radar arch.  The davit arm must be raised to the upper position if not already there.  Do this 
by removing the large pin and reinserting after raising the arm.  It is easier to do this if you  first swing the 
arm out over the water to give yourself more room.  Holding the dinghy and the line detach the STANDOFF 
BARS and lower the dinghy with the line into the water, noting that the dinghy gets heavier as it nears the 
water. 
 

Operating 

 
Lower the motor into the water.  Prime the fuel bulb and start the engine (key is in the ignition).  A spare key 
is in the Pilothouse port side drawer. 
 
Coast Guard regulations state that any child 14 and under must wear a LIFE JACKET in a dinghy.  It is a 
good idea for EVERYONE to follow this rule. 
 

Lifting 

 
Lifting the dinghy back onto the boat is basically the reverse procedure with a few twists/techniques.  Make 
sure the motor is tilted up or it will strike the boat.  Start by having the dinghy facing aft.  Raise the dinghy 
all the way up and then swing the bow towards the boat.  It is easier to control the dinghy and not the davit 
arm.    The  dinghy  will  swivel  around  as  you  pull  it  in.    Lower  the  dinghy  onto  the  chocks.    Once  seated 
properly, secure with the aft strap and forward line. 
 
When the dingy is stored, the motor should be slightly tilted up and resting on a locking pin. 
 

 

Summary of Contents for AEROKNOT

Page 1: ...he beautiful islands of the Pacific Northwest This manual will help you become familiar with this vessel If after familiarizing yourself with it you have any questions about the boat or about places to visit please do not hesitate to ask any of the AYC staff Remember AYC vessels are non smoking boats and we appreciate you taking care in having a fun safe and memorable time aboard Happy cruising ...

Page 2: ...al 110 Volt AC Systems Shore Shore Power Inverter Generator 12 Volt DC Systems House House Battery Bank Switch Battery Parallel Switch Sanitation Systems VacuFlush Toilets Holding Tank Water Systems Fresh Water Tanks Fresh Water Pressure Pump Hot Water Tank Showers Raw Water Wash Down Galley Stove Oven Microwave Refrigerator Freezer Ice Maker ...

Page 3: ...ics VHF Radios Depth Sounders Radar Global Positioning System GPS Plotter Entertainment Systems AM FM Radio CD Player TV DVD Anchoring Mooring Cans Anchoring Mooring Cans Barbecue Dinghy Outboard Motor Lowering Operating Lifting Towing Crabbing Fishing Other ...

Page 4: ...u to remove the forward floor hatches to access the most forward valve cover where the filler cap is located Please use blue shop towels located in engine room on the bulkhead and the yellow funnel Check the general condition of the BELTS new 2021 are covered so look for black dust HOSES and FUEL LINES Ensure the valve on each RAW WATER THRU HULL is in the open position lever in line with valve Ob...

Page 5: ... will register at or above 40 PSI The engine temperature should rise slowly Note If oil pressure is low shut down engine and inspect engine compartment and look for possible cause for example loss of oil Caution If an engine is overheating or there is lack of raw water expelled in the engine exhaust stop the engine immediately Recheck the raw water cooling system to ensure the raw water thru hulls...

Page 6: ...w will need to step off from the swim step with the stern line Another crew member will need to be at the bow or mid ship to hand over the next line Confirm TRIM TABS are in the full bow up position 8 to 10 seconds to make slow speed backing and turning easier While moving slowly to the dock or mooring location center the WHEEL e g rudders straight and use the GEARSHIFTS and THROTTLES only if nece...

Page 7: ... signifies electronics or items to use cautiously No dots on a breaker signify irregular use or use with discretion 110 Volt AC Systems Shore Shore Power supports all AC equipment and receptacles onboard as well as the battery chargers To connect to shore power plug the 30 amp POWER CORD into the boat starboard side and then into the dock receptacle Check the power rating plug size of the nearest ...

Page 8: ...astly kill the generator by switching generator switch to off until it dies 12 Volt DC Systems House There is one 4 battery battery bank that supports 12 volt DC power The BATTERY SWITCHES PANEL is located in the most aft port salon cabinet Normally leave the ENGINE GENERATOR and HOUSE SWITCHES in the ON position Note Do not change the position of the switches while the engines are running or the ...

Page 9: ... on the DC electrical panel In addition the Guest Head toilet also has a rocker switch labeled Flush that must be in the on position To use the toilet for 1 after use simply depress the foot pedal down for 3 seconds and release To use the toilet for 2 first add a slight amount of additional water by lifting up with your foot underneath the foot pedal briefly and release Afterwards flush Best pract...

Page 10: ...s empty It should only take a few minutes to empty the tank WATER SYSTEMS Fresh Water Tanks The FRESH WATER TANKS hold 110 gallons Observe the water level by reading the gauges on the electrical panel T1and T2 Gray water from the sinks and showers drain overboard through various thru hulls usually located near the using unit To refill the tanks remove the WATER CAPS located on the bow s port side ...

Page 11: ...Allow burners to cool before lowering stove s cover Note 1 If you are using the oven in conjunction with the stove you are limited to two of the three stove burners 2 If the Electric Range breaker trips while operating the stove oven turn off another high draw item such as the water heater until you are done cooking Microwave This unit is operated just like a home model Refrigerator Freezer The RE...

Page 12: ...DEPTH SOUNDERS one in the Pilothouse s upper valance and the other on the Bridge helm To activate the LOWER and UPPER depth sounder turn on the breaker on the electrical panel and turn the switch on on the Bridge helm Set the scale shallow alarm and deep alarm as desired The depth sounder should provide reliable READINGS in shallow waters If in doubt switch it off then turn it back on to reset it ...

Page 13: ...line before setting the anchor Colored markers are placed every 25 ft on the chain and nylon rode indicating the amount of rode If the anchorage is crowded put down at least a 3 to 1 scope 60 feet for 20 feet of water Set the anchor by reversing the engines Then let out additional scope dependent upon conditions After anchoring is complete attach bridle to anchor rode and secure to port and starbo...

Page 14: ...pper position if not already there Do this by removing the large pin and reinserting after raising the arm It is easier to do this if you first swing the arm out over the water to give yourself more room Holding the dinghy and the line detach the STANDOFF BARS and lower the dinghy with the line into the water noting that the dinghy gets heavier as it nears the water Operating Lower the motor into ...

Page 15: ...ot and or gear inside the boat OTHER SAFETY should be paramount in your daily cruising A MAN OVERBOARD DRILL should be discussed and perhaps even practiced with a life jacket Remember the life jackets are stowed on the Bridge in the starboard seat s compartments A few should always be out and ready Your flares and safety equipment are located in the Pilothouse cabinet under the electrical panel in...

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