Carver 38 SS Operation Manual

OPERATION MANUAL Carver 38 SS “Elegant Rendezvous” Welcome aboard! We are happy you have chosen “Elegant Rendezvous” for your vacation. We are sure you will enjoy cruising the lovely islands of the Pacific Northwest. We hope this manual will help you become familiar with the vessel. If you have questions about her or about places to visit, please do not hesitate to ask the AYC staff. TABLE OF CONTENTS Boat Operation Engine Inspection…………………………………………….Page 3 Start-Up………………………………………………………Page 3-4 Shutdown………………………………………………� ...

D.C. (House) Systems…………………………………………Page 6 Batteries……………………………………………………….Page 7 Sanitation System Marine Toilet…………………………………………………..Page 7 Holding Tank…………………………………………………..Page 8 Y-Valve………………………………………………………...Page 8 Water Systems Fresh Water Tank………………………………………………Page 8 Fresh Water Pump……………………………………………...Page 8-9 Hot Water…………………………………………………� ...

CD Player………………………………………………………….Page 11 TV/Stereo………………………………………………………….Page 11 Anchoring/Mooring Cans………………………………………..Page 11-12 Barbecue…………………………………………………………..Page 12 Dinghy/Outboard…………………………………………………Page 12 Crabbing/Fishing………………………………………………….Page 13 Other: Bilge Pumps/Safety……………………………………….Page 13 Thru-Hull Diagram BOAT OPERATION Engine Inspection Remember your “WOBBS� ...

cranks slowly or fails to turn over, check the condition of the battery on the electrical panel. Warm the engine for about 5 minutes before engaging transmission. Observe the readings of the gauges. The oil pressure will register between 40 and 60 psi. The engine temperature should rise slowly. Note -- If oil pressure is low, shut down engine, and inspect engine compartment and look for apossible 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 seacock is ‘open’ (handle i ...

Bow Thruster Use the bow thruster only for close quarter maneuvering, short thrusts of power will move the bow to port or starboard. Maximum continuous running of bow the bow thruster is 3 minutes with an interval of a minimum of 3 minutes before engaged again. Elegant Rendezvous responds beautifully to her bow thruster so small bursts work best. Fueling Up OPEN FILLER CAPS located port and starboard with a DECK FITTING KEY located port side lower drawer in galley. MAKE SURE YOU HAVE THE RIGHT FUEL! DIESEL! DIESEL! DIESEL! MAKE SURE IT IS GOING INTO THE RIGHT DECK FILL! DOUBLE-CHECK! Before pumping, have an oil/fuel sorbs handy to soak u ...

line. At the ELECTRICAL PANEL, flip the SHORE CIRCUIT BREAKER on. Check for reverse polarity. Then turn on appropriate breakers for both battery chargers and other circuits as needed. Watch your volt meter for load. If the load exceeds voltage, you will pop your breaker. If this occurs, turn off one of your heavier usage items (wait to turn on one of your systems (e.g. water heater) until your use of volts drop. If your outlets fail to work, check your GFIs to make sure that they have not been tripped. House Battery The House battery provides DC power to lights etc. when the vessel is disconnected from shore power and not using the generat ...

Your 12 volt panel shows all the systems supported by your house batteries. Primarily you will be turning on the breakers for your lights, water pressure, electronics, entertainment, etc. There are two 12 volt; one at the top of the stairs from the berths for cabin functions and the second on the flybridge lower starboard side for operational functions. These include navigation and other instruments, windlass, bilge pumps, trim tabs, deck and steaming lights, radio, etc… Your breakers should always be turned off after every use. House Battery Bank & Switch The HOUSE BATTERY BANK provides power for all DC systems, except the engines and a ...

be ‘on”. After flushing, the toilet will partially fill with the fresh water in preparation for the next use. Holding Tank The sanitation HOLDING TANK holds approximately 25 gallons. Be aware of the rate of waste production. (about 1 gallon per flush) With an overfilled tank, it is possible to break a hose, clog a vent, or burst the tank. The result will be a catastrophe and an EXPENSIVE FIX. Empty the tank EVERY OTHER DAY to avoid this problem. The HOLDING TANK is located in the engine room beneath the center catwalk. Some may be subject to a visual check with a flashlight or the “watermelon” test by thumping it. There is a tank ...

Hot Water Tank The HOT WATER HEATER has an 11 gallon capacity tank and is available when connected to shore power or via a heat exchanger underway. To use on shore power, flip on the water heater circuit breaker on the AC electrical panel. Do not use the water heater if the water tank level is very low. The water heater is located outside of starboard engine, aft end. Shower Before taking a SHOWER, make sure the water pressure and shower sump breaker is on. Take only very short “boat” showers (turning off water between soaping up and rinsing). To keep shower tidy wipe down the shower stall and floor. Check for accumulation of hair in t ...

cockpit hatch). Turn on the air conditioning water pump and either or both A/C unit switch(s). Use the control panels to select the mode and temperature. The control for the master berth is on the port bulkhead at the foot of the bed and the salon control panel is on the side of the cabinet at the top of the stairway to the berths. There are five control buttons along the bottom of the control panel. Leftmost is the power button. Turning the A/C system on will display the current temperature. To the right are the up/down buttons for selecting the desired temperature. The first push of either displays the existing setting, the second and f ...

TV/DVD A TV is above the radio in the galley. The DVD player unit is located beneath the TV. Insert the DVD and use the select to choose then press play. ANCHORING The primary WORKING ANCHOR is a 45lb CQR and is attached to a 300 ft chain passed through the deck from the ANCHOR LOCKER. The locker can be accessed through the fore berth. If there is an anchor keeper, release it! Once the anchor is set on the bottom, install anchor bridle on bow and slack a belly of chain in the anchor on the windlass side of the bridle. This takes pressure off the windlass while at anchor. The WINDLASS POWER SWITCHS are located at the helm and on the fo ...

with about 10 feet of slack from the bow chocks to the can. BARBECUE The BARBECUE and MOUNTING BRACKET are stored in the cockpit starboard locker.Place the BBQ by clamping on the aft rail. Reverse the procedure to dismount barbecue. Attach a PROPANE BOTTLE to the REGULATOR found in the lower cabinet at the salon entrance. Carefully light the unit, preferably with a long-stem butane lighter. The barbecue generates a lot of heat and cooks hot and fast. Store the barbecue unit back in the locker. Please wipe with a paper towel before storing to prevent grease and dirt soiling the boat. Caution -- For safety reasons, do not store an opened pr ...

CRABBING & FISHING Always check the fishing and crabbing requirements before you leave on your cruise. You will need a license. Many areas are CLOSED to crabbing and fishing in certain months. CRAB AWAY FROM THE BOAT! Lines can get wrapped around props. Measure the crabs using the CRAB MEASURING GAUGE normally located in the salon. Keep the male crabs of proper size (usually 6 ¼ inches across the carapace). Boil crabs about 15 minutes to cook. After using, wash equipment thoroughly with fresh water. Note -- Please do not store wet rings and gear inside the boat. OTHER: Safety & Bilge Pumps SAFETY should be paramount in your daily cruisin ...