Lagoon 440 “Larimar” 2008 Information & Operation Manual

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Information & operations manual for Lagoon 440 Catamaran 2008 ‘Larimar’ ...

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Welcome Welcome to Horizon Yacht Charters and your Lagoon 440 “Larimar”. We hope you had a pleasant journey and are looking forward to a fantastic holiday and some of the finest sailing in the world here. This manual is here to guide ...

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Contents 1. Yacht specifications 2. Electrical panels, breakers and fuses 3. The inverter panel 4. Engine start procedures 5. Daily engine checks 6. The generator 7. Air conditioning 8. Instruments 9. VHF radio 10. Batteries ...

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1. Yacht Specifications Length 44’ 8” Beam 25' 3" Draft 4' 3" Fuel 170 gallons Water 240 gallons Engines 2-53hp Location of: Engines (starboard and port aft cockpit lockers) Generator (beneath cock...

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2. Electrical panels 12 volt panel and 110v panel B: 12 volt panel, first column: • Navigation lights • Mooring light • Steaming lights • Deck light • Cabin lights • Saloon lights • Instrument lights • ...

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110v panel B: • Water Heater • Inverter/Battery charger (the inverter must be on to operate the 110v outlets) • 110v outlets • 110v outlets These switches will operate when the vessel is connected to shore power or when the gene...

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Battery switches are located beneath the berth in the starboard aft cabin Emergency fuel shut off valves are located below both the starboard and port aft berths. The electric winch breakers are loca...

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3. Inverter The inverter panel does three things: it charges the batteries, gives you the volt levels of the battery banks and it can be used to provide 110v power without the need to connect to shore power or run the generator. To charge th...

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4. Engine start procedures You have two engines on your vessel, one to operate the starboard prop and one for port. You must switch on both engines to manoeuvre the vessel. Start one engine and then start the other. • Make sure engines are ...

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5. Daily Engine Checks The engines are located at the transom, one in each hull. It is important that you complete the following checks on both engines. • Check the oil level using the dip stick located on the right of the engine. The lev...

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6. Generator Larimar is fitted with its own generator which will run the 110v outlets, the air conditioning and will also charge the batteries in place of the engine. The generator is located behind the seating in the cockpit and the starter is...

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To start the generator: • Make sure all the 110v systems have been switched off prior to starting the generator. • Make sure the shore power/generator breakers have been switched over to generator mode. • Press the top of the “GenSet�...

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7. Air conditioning The air conditioning unit will operate when the vessel is plugged in to shore power and when the generator is running. Each cabin has its own individual air con unit and there is a 4 th unit located in the saloon. Oper...

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8. Instruments Located at the helm are the following Raymarine instruments: Also located at the helm is a Standard Horizon GPS chart plotter CP120 ...

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9. VHF Procedures Using the VHF radio: Familiarise yourself with the method for switching channels, and with the squelch and volume controls on your radio. Most radios have a button to instantly select Channel 16 – ensure you understand how ...

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Types of emergency: In the unlikely event that you are involved in an emergency stay calm and follow these steps. You will also have an Emergency Procedure card next to your VHF. Distress: “MAYDAY, MAYDAY, MAYDAY.” This is an Internationa...

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10. Batteries There are 3 ways to recharge your batteries. Engines: The batteries will need to be recharged as often as you deplete them. Conserving power will result in less time needed for charging, so turn off systems that you are not usi...

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11. Anchoring & the windlass Setting your anchor: Preparation: • Establish a non verbal communication system from bow to stern, as with the noise of the engine and wind, verbal communication proves difficult. • Tie the dinghy painte...

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Manual operation of the windlass If you lose power to your windlass, start the engine and give it some revs, to make sure you have not just got a low battery voltage. If you still have no power, you can operate the windlass manually. To drop...

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12. Picking up a mooring buoy • Ensure dinghy painter tied off short on the bow or amidships and clear of the prop. • Approach mooring buoy, keeping the bow into the wind or current, whichever prevails. • Have a crew member on the...

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13. Bilge Pumps Your yacht is equipped with two manual and four electric bilge pumps, one in each hull and one in each engine compartment. The bilges are operated by switches located on the 12v panel. The manual pumps are located in the cockp...

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14. Fresh water system Larimar is equipped with three interconnected water tanks with a combined capacity of 240 gallons. Before filling the tank let the water run from the hose for a while before placing the end into the filler. Please ensur...

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15. Heads • Nothing is to be put down the head unless it has been digested first, with the exception of 3 sheets of paper. • Prior to use, move the lever to wet bowl to add water - 4/6 pumps. • Move lever to dry bowl to pump out wast...

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16. Showers Your yacht has a hot & cold, fresh-water shower in each head and on the transom. If the engine has been running, the hot water can be very hot – be cautious! In order to use the showers, the fresh-water pump must be activated ...

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17. Propane and stove The propane tank locker is located in the cockpit beneath the seating on the starboard side of the boat. To use: • The LPG solenoid is located on the right just as you enter the saloon from the cockpit. Press the �...

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18. Refrigeration There are 2 upgraded 12v refrigerators and a freezer onboard your vessel. This system is designed to run 24hrs a day if you wish. To ensure that it does not fail there are two things you should do. • Firstly, keep your ba...

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19. BBQ • When using the BBQ, tie your dinghy off at the side of the yacht, not off the stern • Never use the BBQ while sailing • Never use the BBQ on a dock • Never change propane tanks when using the BBQ • Make sure someone ...

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20. Fire Safety Prevention is the best answer to fire safety. • Always switch off the safety solenoid when stove is not in use • Never leave the stove or oven burning unattended. • Never change propane tanks whilst barbequing. • ...

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21. Dinghy & Outboard The driver of the dinghy must be over 18, and must at all times be wearing the kill cord. Never operate the dinghy under the influence of alcohol or drugs. • Always tow your dinghy on a short line while motorin...

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Pull cord Gear Shift Choke Throttle Stop button Lever to lower and raise the outboard Kill Cord Fuel tank Fuel vent – make sure this is slightly open at all times Fuel line connection; make sure this is securely atta...