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OPERATION MANUAL Somewhere In Time 51 Navigator Welcome aboard! We are happy you have chosen to travel Somewhere In Time for your vacation. We are sure you will enjoy cruising the lovely islands of the Pacific Northwest or into supernatural British Columbia. We trust you will find our yacht in top condition and ready for your adventure. We trust this manual will help you become familiar with the boat. If you have questions about the boat or about places to visit, please do not hesitate to ask the AYC staff.

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OPERATION MANUAL

Somewhere In Time 51 Navigator

Welcome aboard! We are happy you have chosen to travel Somewhere In Time for your vacation. We are sure you will enjoy cruising the lovely islands of the Pacific Northwest or into supernatural British Columbia. We trust you will find our yacht in top condition and ready for your adventure. We trust this manual will help you become familiar with the boat. If you have questions about the boat or about places to visit, please do not hesitate to ask the AYC staff.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

1. SAFETY FIRST 5 1.1 Life Jackets 5 1.2 Person Over Board – Lifesling 2 5 1.3 Fire Extinguishers 5 1.4 Horns 5 1.5 Rescue Breathing And Other Safety Instructions 5 1.6 VHF Radio Distress Call 5

1.6.1 Using Channel 16 5 1.6.2 Using Digital Selective Calling (DSC) 6

1.7 First Aid Kit 6 1.8 Distress Signaling 6 1.9 Hailer/Fog Horn 6

2. BOAT OPERATION 9 2.1 Departure 9 2.2 Engine Inspection 10 2.3 Start-Up 11 2.4 Shut-Down 12 2.5 Cruising 12 2.6 Docking 13 2.7 Arrival Check List 13 2.8 Fueling Up 14 2.9 Refueling Dinghy 15

3. ELECTRICAL 16 3.1 110-Volt Ac System 16 3.2 Inverter Power 16 3.3 Generator 17 3.4 Heating System - Diesel Heater (DC) & Furnace 17 3.5 House (12-Volt) System 18 3.6 House Battery Bank & Switch 18

4. SANITATION SYSTEM 19 4.1 Marine Toilet 19 4.2 Sanitation Holding Tank 19 4.3 Sanitation Tank Levels 19

5. WATER SYSTEM 21 5.1 Fresh Water Tank 21 5.2 Fresh Water Dockside Inlet 21 5.3 Fresh Water Pressure Pump 21 5.4 Hot Water Tank 21 5.5 Freshwater Shower 21

6 GALLEY 22

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6.1 Stove/Microwave 22 6.2 Refrigerator 22 6.3 Wine Cooler 22 6.4 Dishwasher 22 6.5 Coffee Maker 22 6.6 Icemaker 22 6.7 Sink Countertop 22 6.8 Insinkerator 23

7. ELECTRONICS 24 7.1 VHF Communication 24

7.1.1 Flybridge VHF Radio 25 7.1.2 Pilothouse VHF Radio 25 7.1.3 Handheld VHF Radio 25

7.2 AIS Transceiver 25 7.3 Hailer 26 7.4 Multi-Function Display (MFD) 26 7.5 Radar Sensor 26 7.6 Speed Logs 27 7.7 Autopilot 27 7.8 Autopilot Alarm 27 7.9 Cell Phone Service 27 7.10 Internet Service 27

8. ENTERTAINMENT SYSTEMS 29 8.1 Flybridge/Cockpit Audio System – Fusion Radio 29 8.2 Televisions / DVD Player 29

8.2.1 Salon TV/ DVD Audio System 29 8.2.2 Master Stateroom TV System 30 8.2.3 Forward Stateroom TV System 30

9 DINGHY & OUTBOARD MOTOR 31 9.1 Pre-Checks 31 9.2 Dinghy Air Inflation 31 9.3 Launch 32 9.4 Dinghy Operation 32 9.5 Retrieval 33 9.6 Dinghy Equipment. 33

10. ANCHORING 35 10.1 Anchor Deployment 35 10.2 Anchor Retrieval 35 10.3 Spare Anchor 36 10.4 Bow Thruster 36 10.5 Mooring Buoy 36 10.6 Mooring Cans 37 10.7 Stern Tie 37

11. NAVIGATION 38 11.1 Electronic Chart 38 11.2 Official Charts 38

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11.3 Cruising Atlas 38 11.4 Tides, Ports, Passages, Cruising Guide 38 11.5 Navigation Tools 38

12. DOCUMENTS 39 12.1 Vessel Documents 39 12.2 Border Crossing 39

13. OTHER 40 13.1 Flashlights 40 13.2 Spotlights 40 13.4 Thru-Hull Locations 40

14. CLEANING 41 14.1 Waste Management Plan 41 14.2 Cleaning Supplies 41 14.3 Vacuum Cleaner 41 14.4 Washer/Dryer 41 14.5 Deck Cleaning Gear 41

15. RECREATIONAL EQUIPMENT 43 15.1 Barbeque 43 15.2 Deck Chairs 43

16. BOATING CONTACTS 44

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1. SAFETY FIRST SAFETY should be paramount in your daily cruising. A MAN OVERBOARD DRILL should be discussed and perhaps even practiced with a life jacket. Remember you lifejackets are stowed under the fly bridge seats and more are stowed beneath the pilothouse table seating area. A few should always be out and ready. Your flares and safety equipment are located in most forward cabinet on the port side wall in the salon.

1.1 Life Jackets There are 4 youth (50 to 90 pounds) and 2 children (under 50 pounds) lifejackets located under the foremost starboard side seating area up in the flybridge. There are twenty (20) adult lifejackets on board all located in the flybridge. 6 are located on the foremost portside hatch and 14 are located starboard side in the flybridge seating area.

1.2 Person Over Board – Lifesling 2 The LIfesling 2 system is attached to the starboard rail outside the pilothouse door. The Lifesling 2 system consists of a floatation collar connected to 125 feet of retrieving line. Both will allow you to maneuver the boat to rescue anyone that happens to go overboard. There is also a throw ring with 30 feet of throw rope in the cockpit.

1.3 Fire Extinguishers

• One located in the Master Stateroom • Two located in the pilothouse by the starboard side door • One in the main salon, port side by the sliding door

1.4 Horns The switch to turn on the boat horn is located on the DC side of the electrical panel. A horn button is located on the pilothouse helm. A second horn button is located on the flybridge helm. Additionally there are two hand held horn signals on the boat. One is located in the magazine rack heading down the stairs to the staterooms and the second is in the foremost cabinet, starboard side, right behind the electrical panel.

1.5 Rescue Breathing And Other Safety Instructions These can be found in the book entitled Chapman Piloting and Seamanship, located in the pilothouse in the bookrack attached to the left side of the stairway leading down to lower staterooms. Rescue breathing procedures can be found on page 404. The entire chapter on Safety Afloat starts on page 369.

1.6 VHF Radio Distress Call In case the vessel requires assistance, contact the Coast Guard and other vessels:

1.6.1 Using Channel 16 Tune the VHF radio channel to ‘16’. Press and hold [PTT] switch and transit information below:

VOICE DISTRESS CALL PROCEDURE • MAYDAY! MAYDAY! MAYDAY! • THIS IS ‘SOMEWHERE IN TIME’ • CALL SIGN IS ‘WDH 3647’. MMSI IS ‘338081965’

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• LOCATED AT [refer to common map reference and/or Latitude/Longitude position shown on the VHS radio] • State nature of the distress and the assistance required • Give other information that might facilitate a rescue

1.6.2 Using Digital Selective Calling (DSC)

DSC DISTRESS CALL PROCEDURE (Simple Call) • Lift key cover, and push and hold [DISTRESS] for 5 seconds until 5 short beeps changes to one long

beep. Radio will transmit vessel location every 3.5 to 4.5 minutes. • Wait for an acknowledgement on Channel 70 from a Coast Guard station. • After acknowledgement is received, the radio will automatically tune to Channel 16. • Push and hold [PTT] and provide the information in the voice distress procedure above.

NOTE – Train each crewmember. Making the emergency distress call may become any crewmember task. For details about calling methods, see Icom IC-M504 manual, starting on page 23.

1.7 First Aid Kit A blue first aid kit is located topshelf in the foremost cabinet, starboard side just behind the electrical panel.

1.8 Distress Signaling Federal law requires day and night visual distress signals for this boat. Emergency signaling devices are found in the orange box in the forward most cabinet, portside in the salon.

The EMERGENCY SIGNALS ‘ALERT’ Kit contains the following: Quantity Device

1 12-gauge Flare Gun 6 Hi-Altitude Red Aerial Flares for Flare Gun 1 Signal Mirror 1 Dye Marker Package 2 Whistles

NOTE – Train each crewmember. Signaling may become any crewmember task in an emergency.

1.9 Hailer/Fog Horn Somewhere in Time is equipped with a Standard Horizon VLH-3000 Loud Hailer. With it you have the ability to instruct crew members though the PA system and it has a series of AUTOMATIC SIGNALING through the PA horn. The Loud Hailer master power breaker is tied to the POWER SEAT switch on the DC side of the electrical panel. Pressing one of the following automatic signaling buttons will do the following:

Button Pattern Usage UNWY (underway) Sends one 5-second blast every

two minutes Motor vessel underway and making way

STOP Sends two 5-second blasts (separated by 2 seconds) every two minutes

Motor vessel underway but stopped (not making way)

SAIL Sends one 5-second blast followed by two 1-second blasts (separated by 2 seconds) every

Sailing vessel underway, fising vessel (underway or anchored), vessel not under command, a

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two minutes vessel restricted in her ability to maneuver (underway or at anchor), or a vessel towing or pushing another ahead

TOW Sends one 5-second blast followed by three 1-second blasts (separated by 2 seconds) every two minutes

Vessel under tow (manned)

ANCH (Anchor) Sends one 5-second ring every one minute

Vessel is at anchor

AGND (Aground) Sends one 11-second ring every minute

Vessel is aground

1.10 Important And Quick Facts For Cruising, Docking

Boat Specification/Remark Length Overall (LOA) [pulpit + hull + transom] 52-ft 3-in Hull Length 51-ft 0-in Beam 15-ft 0-in Draft 4-ft 6-in Bridge Clearance Height (w/Antenna) 22-ft 7-in Displacement (approximate) 47,000 lbs Cruise Speed 15 knots Max Speed 20 knots (estimated) Replenishment Deck Key Location (needed for fuel caps, waste caps etc.)

Hanging on the key rack, salon back wall, port side

Diesel Fuel 600-gal (2 tanks, each 300-gal) Fresh Water Tank 150-gal Sanitation Holding Capacity 70-gal Dinghy Gas Fuel Gasoline only Lubricants/Fluids Diesel Engine Oil Type Heavy Duty SAE 15W-40 Diesel Engine Coolant Mix Antifreeze-Water 50:50 Mix Transmission Fluid ATF Trim Hydraulic Fluid ATF (Chevron) Steering Hydraulic Fluid Mil-Spec 5606 (Sea Star) Dinghy Motor Oil Type SAE 30W Wet Battery Fluid Distilled Water (found in the engine room) Diesel Furnace Hygronic Fluid Antifreeze-Water 50:50 Mix Navigation & Communications Radar/Chartplotters – Upper and Lower Helm Raymarine E120, 72 mile range with LCD

display VHF – Lower Helm Ray 215 VHF with DSC VHF – Upper Helm iCom 504A with Distress Key (press and

hold for 5 seconds to transmit a distress)

Loud Hailer VLH3000 @ lower helm Autopilot Raymarine 8001 Anchoring/Docking Working Anchor – 44# Delta 44-lbs (20 kg) Working Anchor Rode 220-ft 5/16” HT chain Working Anchor Markings Red – 10 feet; Blue – 100 feet Spare Anchor – 13# Danforth-type 13-lbs (5.9 kg) Spare Anchor Rode 5’ 6’” HT chain, 85’ 6” ½” nylon

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Docking Fenders & Whips 6 – 10” x 26” (black), 12-ft whip Walking Fenders 1 – 10” 26”black, 12-ft whip

1 – White Ball fender, 4 ft. whip Dock Lines 4 – 25+-ft. 5/8” (black) Spring Lines 2 – 35-ft x 5/8” (white and gold) General Purpose Lines Several additional dock lines can be found

in a bucket in the lazerette. Most are 25 foot black dock lines

Electrical Batteries Eight batteries for 12V system

Two 6V golf cart batteries for house One 8D engine start battery Four 6V golf cart batteries for inverter One group 27 genset start battery Two 8D batteries for 24V system

System noted for 12V DC, 24V DC, 120V AC, 50 amp service

Conversions 1 knot = 1.15 miles per hour 15 knots = 17.25 miles per hour 1 mile per hour = 0.87 knot 20 miles per hour = 17.4 knots 1 nautical mile = 1.15 miles 1 mile = 0.87 nautical mile 1 mile = 1.6 kilometers 1 kilometer = 0.625 mile 1 gallon (US) = 3.785 liters 300 gallons (US) = 1,135.50 liters 1 liter = 0.264 gallon (US) rule of thumb: 4 liters ~ 1 gallon (US)

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2. BOAT OPERATION

2.1 Departure Float Plan: Know the route to your destination. Leave a float plan with someone on shore telling him/her where you intend to cruise and when you intend to make port again. Also make sure he/she has a good description of the boat (51’ Navigator pilothouse, white with a black bimini top. Boat name on both sides in addition to the transom. Twin 375 diesel engines with a total fuel capacity of 600 gallons. Capable of up to 20 knots. Equipped with AIS – automatic identification system and the boat course can tracked on www.marinetraffic.com). MMSI number is 338081965

Check weather, wind, tides (flood vs. ebb) and currents.

Do a Bow to Stern Check: make sure everything is stowed and secure inside and outside the vessel

Check your WOBBS and Fuel (see below under the heading “Engine Inspection”)

Use the HEAD before you depart! Sounds silly but you can’t stop in the middle of your departure.

Close the PORTHOLES, WINDOWS, and FORWARD HATCH

Prepare the boat for rough seas but putting away any glassware, dishes, pots, pans etc.

Turn on your VHF and electronics.

Brief crew members on the departure plan and what you need them to do

Assign crew to their departure posts

Before you disconnect Shore Power

On DC side (left panel), turn on the DC fridge, power seat, horn, autopilot, trim tabs, wipers (if raining) and TURN OFF your Engine Room lights!

Turn off everything on the AC electrical panel that is not needed If you plan to anchor, turn on your Winch Main and if you are going to use the Davit, turn on your

Davit Main. You don’t need to turn on your Davit remote switch if you don’t intend to use it. If you intend to

use it, connect your Davit remote and then turn on your Davit Remote switch.

o Turn off AC shore power at the electrical panel inside the boat

o Turn off power at the electrical box on the shore and unplug the power cord

o Disconnect the power cord from the stern of the boat and stow beneath the Lazarette hatch

Note: if the boat inlet is hot and has burnt prongs or connector damage, discontinue use and take steps to service. Use other cords if available. A 30 amp cord, adaptors and spare connectors are in one of the black footstools in the salon.

o Check the electrical panel, AC, DA and Inverter

o Check rudder angle to ensure it is centered and not turned to either side. Plan your departure maneuvers taking into account wind and current.

Start the engines and check for bubbles and water flow at the exhaust

Note: Gearshifts must be in neutral in order for the engines to start. If one engine turns over and the other doesn’t then most likely that engine is not in neutral.

To help determine how much fuel you will need after your trip, record the starting engine hours

Allow the engines to warm up (about 2 minutes) and to see that they continue to run

Note: if one or more engines stop, you most likely have a fuel problem. Check the direction of the shut off values for your gasoline flow. If they were shutting off the flow of fuel, you will most likely have to prime the engines before trying to restart them.

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Push the two ON buttons simultaneously to you’re your Bow Thruster Control on

Remove unnecessary lines

Depart using the engine GEARSHIFTS. Avoid reliance on your throttles.

Move bow as necessary with your Bow Thruster in short bursts.

To turn on your Bow Thrusters, push both “on” buttons at the same time and the yellow light will come on. Test to ensure it is working before leaving dock. It you toggle it and there is no sound and response, you will need to pull out the big red button located in the engine room on the forward wall, starboard side by the water heater. USE ONLY SHORT BURSTS TO ENGAGE THE THRUSTERS. These are electric and can be damaged. If you use your Bow Thrusters continuously for more than about 10 seconds they will overheat and the circuit will be tripped. Once they have cooled off, the switch will reset and you can use them again. Bow Thrusters should be an aid to your docking ability and not your main method of docking.

Once outside the marina, idle the engines while crew brings in fenders and lines.

Before high speed cruising press both Trim Tab switches to “Bow-Down” positions (about 11 seconds for full deployment). This raises the aft as the boat accelerates

Watch for logs, kelp and other debris at all times

Perform trim adjustments carefully. In “following-sea” or swells, favor a “bow up” position to avoid plowing into waves.

2.2 Engine Inspection Remember your “WOBBS” every morning: Water (Coolant), Oil, Bilges (Inspect and Pump-out), Belts and Sea Strainer. You can access the engines through the hatch door in the Galley or through the cockpit.

. Starboard Engine Engine ACCESS in Galley Do a general inspection of the hoses, fuel lines and air filters. Look for loose connections, leaks, chaffing etc. There are tools in the engine compartment close to the galley access door. Check the level of COOLANT in the expansion tanks. Each reservoir is found on the forward part of the engine. When cool, it should be at the low line. Slowly remove the pressure cap (before start up and when engine is cool) and stick your finger in to see if there is coolant. Replace cap so that it is tight. Recheck to ensure it is tight. When operating at temp, it should be at the top full line. Check the level of OIL in each engine by checking your dipsticks located inboard and center of the engine. Look at the etch marks on each dipstick that indicate the proper oil level. DO NOT OVERFILL OIL! Only fill if oil levels are below the ½ way mark. Please use a paper towel or oil rag or sorbs, not the dish towels! Check the transmission fluid level in each transfer case. Raise the dipstick on top of the transfer case housing. Replace tightly to prevent contamination. Ensure the valve on each RAW WATER THRU-HULL (the Seacocks) is in the ‘open’ position (lever in-line with valve).

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Observe the glass of each RAW WATER STRAINER for debris. If necessary, close the seacock, open the strainer cover, clean the strainer, and reassemble. Remember to reopen the seacock. Check your generator fluids as well.

Check the direction of the shut off values for your gasoline flow. These can get knocked into a closed or off position when crawling around inside the engine room. The values should be parallel to the floor as shown in the picture below.

Open the center hatch at the cockpit. Check the steering fluid level on the transom. Also check the Trim Tab Fluid and make sure nothing is blocking the rudder mechanism. After a week of use, check the battery fluid levels in the batteries. Ensure the water covers the metal plates. Top off ONLY with DISTILLED water. A bottle of distilled water can be found in the forward port section of the engine room. Bottled water is NOT distilled water and will destroy the batteries. Do NOT overfill – a cell is full when flue just touches the vent slots inside the fill opening. There must be an air gap for bubbling gas to escape.

2.3 Start-Up Before starting the engines, do your inspection. The engines should be started from the lower helm station. On the DC panel, you should set the following switches to ON:

Fwd and Aft Bilge (should always be on) Horn DC Fridge (only when disconnecting from shore power) Trim tabs (when backing up, ensure the trim tabs are in the up position) Wipers (if raining or rough seas) Freshwater Pump Aft head Fwd Head Autopilot

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Nav lights (if limited visibility) Fwd lights Aft lights Master S/R lights Pilothouse lights Power seat Electronics (always leave on)

Ensure GEARSHIFTS are in ‘neutral’, or the engines cannot be started because of the “neutral lockout”. THROTTLES should be run up and down to ensure freedom of movement and then brought almost back to the idle position. Insert both keys into the IGNITION SWITCHES. Normally, plan to start the PORT engine first. One battery starts both engines but it only has enough power to turn over one at a time.

Start Key Lower Helm Image Throttles at right of helm Turn the key clockwise partially until the ENGINE ALARM sounds and press the start button. Engines should start within a few seconds. Don’t overcrank the engines. If they crank but don’t start within 5 to 10 seconds it could mean that fuel is not flowing to the engine. If they start and then stop after warming up, this too is a fuel problem indication. If you can’t get them to start, remember to call AYC for assistance or for them to send a rescue boat. Warm the engines for about two minutes before departing. If there is going to be a problem, it will most likely happen within a couple of minutes and it’s easier to get help while still in port. Check your engine gauges to ensure you are getting sufficient oil pressure (around 40 PSI). If oil pressure is low, shut down the engines, inspect the engine compartment and find the possible cause (a loose or leaking oil filter). Go back to the cockpit and ensure the cooling water is flowing through the engine exhausts at the corners. WARNING: If engine overheats or there is no cooling water in the exhaust, stop the engine. Check the seacock position. Check the water strainer for debris. Check for a broken engine belt which turns the water pump. If you found and fixed the problem, restart the engine and recheck the water flow at the exhaust. If water is not flowing properly, the RAW WATER PUMP may need service. If you didn’t find the problem, see assistance at the local port or contact AYC for assistance.

2.4 Shut-Down Before shutting down, allow the engines ‘idle’ for about 5 minutes to cool them gradually and uniformly. The time engaged in preparing to dock the boat is usually sufficient. Ensure each GEARSHIFT is in the ‘neutral’ position and each THROTTLE is in the ‘idle’ position. Turn off engines by turning the engine key counter clockwise until the engine stops. Repeat the same for the starboard engine.

2.5 Cruising Ensure the throttles are in the ‘idle’ position before engaging the gearshifts to avoid transmission damage. TRIM TABS can be put in the “bow down” position. It takes about 11 seconds to fully raise or lower your trim tabs. Trim as necessary.

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Check your oil gauges frequently while underway to ensure the pressure doesn’t increase or decrease. Oil pressure should remain around 40 PSI. Check your engine temperature to also make sure they don’t overheat. If they start to overheat then you have most likely sucked up debris. Look and listen for changes in engine performance, sound or loss of RPM. Note -- Somewhere in Time has a top speed of around 19 to 20 knots. This is typically reached when you reach 2,200 RPM. You can increase the RPM’s above 2,200 but you will just be burning fuel unnecessarily without going any faster. Avoid higher engine speeds as it causes higher engine temperature, possible damage, and higher fuel consumption.

2.6 Docking Somewhere in Time has great visibility from the pilothouse helm and the boat feels “smaller” when docking from the pilothouse. You may prefer to dock using the FLYBRIDGE HELM for greater visibility to the stern. Radio or call the marina ahead of time to determine where you are going to dock and how you want to dock (port tie, starboard tie, bow in, stern in). Refer to the various marina layouts in your Wagoneers Guide which should be located in the pilothouse area. Determine the marina layout, plan your maneuver and inform your crew on how docking will take place (eg. Land port or starboard bow in or stern in). THE PIVOT POINT ON THE BOAT IS ABOUT 2 TO 3 FEET AHEAD OF THE PILOTHOUSE DOOR. Have your crew make ready the lines and fenders and give clear instructions on how you will be docking BEFORE you come into the dock. Following is a list of onboard fenders and lines. Deploy at least 3 fenders to the dockside at dock level. Deploy other fenders on opposite side to fend other docked boats (tie at the gunwale/rail height) Layout all dock and spring lines in advance. Assign line-handling duties to crew. Often times your crew will need to step off (not jump) from the swim step with the stern line. Another crewmember will need to be at the bow or mid-ships to hand over the next lines. Rock TRIM TAB switches to the ‘bow up’ position (10 to 12 seconds) to make slow-speed backing and turning easier. Before entering the marina, reduce throttle speed on each engine to about 800 rpm. While moving slowly to the dock or mooring location, center the WHEEL (e.g. rudders straight) and use only the GEARSHIFTS and THROTTLES to maneuver the boat. Account for wind and tide in your preparations. Bow Thrusters are available to assist with close quarter maneuvering. To turn on your Bow Thrusters, push both “on” buttons at the same time and the yellow light will come on. USE ONLY SHORT BURSTS TO ENGAGE THE THRUSTERS. These are electric and can be damaged. If you use your Bow Thrusters continuously for more than about 10 seconds they will overheat and the circuit will be tripped. Once they have cooled off, the switch will reset and you can use them again. Bow Thrusters should be an aid to your docking ability and not your main method of docking.

2.7 Arrival Check List

Look up your destination port in the Waggoner’s Cruising Guide.

Find the diagram of the marine you want to dock at

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Find the VHF channel and call the harbormaster to get a slip assignment. Write down the assignment. Nowadays you can also call by cell phone but you should use your VHF radio.

Begin your cool down of the engines and plan your approach to the marina. If coming into Friday Harbor keep an eye out for ferry traffic.

Assign crew for docking and use the head.

Slow down to idling speed and put out your fenders. Fenders should be 2 inches above the water line of the dock side and to the gunnels on the other side to protect you from boats that may be docked beside you

Prepare your dock lines

Check flags for wind speed and direction and look for currents (how other vessels are sitting in their births or at anchor may give a clue)

Turn on your bow thruster just before you plan to dock. They time out after a few minutes so you may have to turn them back on during your docking.

Bring the vessels into the assigned slip. Captain must stay at the helm until all lines are secure and leave engines running until all dock lines are secure.

Crew secures all deck lines

Check vessel access to the dock

Turn off engines

Re-check all lines and spring lines making sure the vessel cannot move forward or aft

Attach shore power in the reverse order of when you left the dock

o Attach power cord to vessel

o Attach power cord to the dock using the 50 amp or 30 amp attachment (different attachments can be found in one of the black ottoman in the salon)

o Turn on power at the dock

o Turn on AC power at the electrical panel

o Check your polarity

Shut off your electronics at both helms

Turn on AC switches where needed

Check in with the Harbor Master and pay the moorage fees

If you are at a mooring buoy, take the tender to shore to pay your fees and turn on the anchor light if at anchor.

2.8 Fueling Up There are two tanks located aft. The filler caps are on the aft deck and the deck key to open them is on a key ring that has a white with red top buoy and located on the key hanger on the aft port wall of the salon. The deck key will open your Water filler cap (located on the port side of the swim platform, the Diesel filler caps (cockpit) and your Waste cap (located outside the pilothouse door).

MAKE SURE YOU HAVE THE RIGHT FUEL!

DIESEL! DIESEL! DIESEL!

MAKE SURE IT IS GOING INTO THE RIGHT DECK FILL!

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DOUBLE-CHECK!

Before pumping, have an oil/fuel sorbs handy to soak up spilled fuel. You should have a rough idea of the number of gallons you will need by the engine hour indicator, your average speed and the fuel gauges. Have someone turn on the key to watch the fuel gauges. Each tank holds 300 gallons so each ¼ tank is 75 gallons. It is a good practice to refuel before the tanks reach ¼ left to avoid the anxiety of searching for fuel. Don’t overfill the tanks to avoid spilling diesel fuel on the teak decking. If you do, notify AYC immediately so they can clean the teak and neutralize the diesel fuel from staining the deck. Watch and listen when filling both tanks! If necessary, position a crewmember to call out the number of gallons/litres (if fueling in Canada) on the pump. Place the DIESEL nozzle into the tank opening, pump slowly and evenly, and note the sound of the fuel flow. Pumping too fast may not allow enough time for air to escape, which may result in spouting (or burping) from the tank opening. As the tank fills, the sound will rise in pitch or gurgle. Pay attention to the TANK OVERFLOW VENT on the outside of the hull near the tank opening. The sound may indicate that the tank is nearly full. Top off carefully, and be prepared to catch spilled fuel. Spillage may result in a nasty fine from law enforcement. Replace each tank cap but don’t over tighten with the deck key. Usually a quarter turn till snug is sufficient. Caution -- Clean up splatter and spillage immediately for environmental and health reasons. Wash hands with soap and water thoroughly.

2.9 Refueling Dinghy You must fill the dinghy from the water. Never fuel the dinghy while stowed on the flydeck. The fuel tank, located beneath the bow seat, holds approximately 10 gallons. Turn ignition key ON to read the console fuel gauge. Make dinghly level on water to allow air to escape from tank vent – persons may need to sit on the bow. Place the nozzle into the tank opening. Pump slowly. Pumping too fast may interfere with escaping air and result in spewing. There is little need to top off.

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3. ELECTRICAL The electrical system is divided into two distribution systems (see photo below):

120-volt AC panel on RHS (to power appliances similar to household use) and 12-volt DC panel on LHS (boat systems, lights, electronics)

Electric Panel Climate Control All of the systems are labeled and are self-explanatory. The battery monitor, salon thermostat and Quantum Hot water and engine heat control system are located just aft of the electrical panel above.

3.1 110-Volt Ac System SHORE POWER supports all AC equipment and receptacles on board, as well as the battery chargers. To connect to shore power first you must turn off the master shore power circuit at the panel then plug the 50 amp POWER CORD into the boat and then into the dock receptacle. Check the power rating/plug size of the nearest dock receptacle (that is 50 amp, 30 amp, 20 amp, or 15 amp). If necessary, add a CORD ADAPTER located in the black ottoman located in the salon. Turn the dock power on. Cords coming off the bow can be wrapped loosely around the bow line. Once you have competed the above, go to the ELECTRICAL PANEL and flip the SHORE CIRCUIT BREAKER on. Check for reverse polarity. Then turn on appropriate breakers for battery charger, refrigeration, water heater, icemaker etc. Watch you volt meter for load. If the load exceeds voltage, you will pop your breaker. If this occurs, wait to turn on one of your systems (i.e. 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.

3.2 Inverter Power The INVERTER converts or “inverts” DC power into AC, to power the 120-volt receptacle plugs (i.e. the microwave oven) when the boat is disconnected from shore power. If you leave port and find the wall receptacles don’t work, check to make sure the inverter switch is turned on. The inverter does not provide power to the water heater or the battery charger. Your inverter monitor is located just aft of the electrical panel. Make certain that it is on. The actual inverter is located in the engine room. The inverter’s power source is the DC house or inverter batteries located forward of the engine room. The quantity of DC power is limited to the capacity of these batteries. Battery capacity is measured in ampere per hour (AH or amp-hr). A DC device rated 10-amps and turned-on 10-hours would consume 100-AH (#amperes multiplied by #hours equals AH). Therefore, running hair dryers, toaster, coffeepots, space heater, etc. and will quickly discharge the house and inverter batteries. Use these items VERY SPARINGLY! Monitor your battery usage very carefully!

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When connected to shore power, the inverter automatically becomes a battery charger for the 12-volt HOUSE BATTERIES. Should you detect the inverter failing to charge the house batteries, check the circuit breaker in the AC Panel. And the inverter control panel. Also, there is usually a circuit breakers located on top of the inverter box. If cruising for more than a week, remove battery fill caps and inspect the battery electrolyte fluid level. If the metal plates are exposed, add distilled water to cover. DO NOT overfill. Distilled water is normally stowed in the engine room.

3.3 Generator Somewhere In Time is equipped with a 10 KW Northern Lights Generator. (M843JW.3). Prior to starting, make certain that the circuits for the hot water heater are turned off. . Before operating, ensure the generator SEACOCK is OPEN and the strainer is clear of debris. Check the oil level dipstick if operating over long periods. To start your GENERATOR, first check that your generator’s fluids are topped off and the raw water intake (seacock) in the engine room is open. Check the oil level dipstick if operating over long periods of time. The generator control switch is located at the bottom RHS of the electrical panel along with a Preheat-Shut Down Bypass. First press and hold the Pre-heat switch to the ON position for about 10 seconds. While still holding the Pre-heating switch on, press the Generator Control switch to START. Hold the Generator Control switch in that position while the generator catches (about 5-10 seconds). DO NOT OVERCRANK. If it doesn’t start, release both buttons, wait 30 seconds and repeat the process. If it still doesn’t start, seek assistance from AYC. Once the generator starts, make sure water and exhaust is exiting out the starboard aft side of the hull. If no water is exiting, SHUT DOWN the generator as it will overheat! To turn the generator off, press the generator Control switch to STOP until it shuts down.

3.4 Heating System - Diesel Heater (DC) & Furnace On the DC side of the fuse panel, there is a FURNACE switch. This must be turned on to get any heat. The heating system is activated first by switching the circuit breaker at the DC panel and then at the Main Control Switch (black panel, lower right, pictured below) just aft and starboard of the main electrical panel. A white digital temperature display controls the temperature desired in each of the four main areas – Salon, Master Stateroom, Bunk and V-Berth. Allow 10 to 15 minutes for the system to reach minimum operating temperature - the fans will turn ON. Usually a temperature of around 65 degree Fahrenheit is sufficient in each room. You will find that 70 is too hot. When the System Heat switch is turned OFF at the main control switch (on the wall), the boiler unit and pump may remain ON to cool-down before shutting down. You should leave the furnace switch on the DC panel ON until the boiler unit and pump has shut off following cool down.

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3.5 House (12-Volt) System 5 battery banks support DC power as follows:

Two 6V golf cart batteries for house One 8D engine start battery (for turning over the engines) Four 6V golf cart batteries for inverter One Group 27 genet start battery (for starting the generator) Two 8D batteries for 24V system

The BATTERY SWITCHES are located aft in the engine room. 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 alternator diodes will be damaged. Change positions with the engines off. Your 12 volt panel shows all the systems supported by your batteries. Primarily you will be turning on the breakers for your lights, water pressure, electronics, refrigeration and lighting etc. Bilge pumps should always be left on.

3.6 House Battery Bank & Switch The HOUSE BATTERY BANK provides power for all DC systems, except the engines and 3 automatic bilge pumps. When disconnected from shore power, all 12-volt devices drain the house battery. Use devices as needed. The DC voltmeter on the DC panel can be switched between Port, Starboard, and House Battery banks to measure charging or resting battery voltages.

When a battery bank is being charged, the voltage will read from about 13.1 volts to 14.4 volts depending upon state-of-charge of the battery bank. When the battery bank is at rest (not being charged), the voltmeter can give a rough indication of the state-of-charge of the battery bank. 2 batteries are charged by the engine ALTERNATORS while underway. The engine/house batteries are charged by the BATTERY CHARGER when connected to shore power. Ensure the Battery Charger and Inverter circuit breakers at the electrical panel are ON. The GENERATOR will also charge the batteries.

Voltage (Wet Cell Battery)

Battery State

12.65 volts 100% 12.47 volts 75% 12.25 volts 50% 11.95 volts 25% 11.70 volts 0%

Battery Parallel Switch (do not use unless the battery is insufficient to turn over the engines) Should the engine battery be insufficiently charged to start the engines, the house batteries may be momentarily connected to provide a boost. Turn the BATTERY PARALLEL SWITCH located in the engine room to ON (top position). Turn back to location 2 (off) after the engines start up.

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4. SANITATION SYSTEM

4.1 Marine Toilet Somewhere in Time is equipped with VacuFlush fresh water toilets. It is important that every member of the crew be informed on the proper use of the MARINE TOILET. The valves, openings, and pumps are small and may clog easily. If the toilet clogs, it is YOUR RESONSIBILITY! Don’t let your children pump the head. Always pump the head for your children so you can make sure nothing foreign is being flushed. CAUTION – NEVER PUT PAPER TOWELS, TAMPONS, KLEENEX, SANITARY NAPKINS, HOUSEHOLD TOILET PAPER, OR FOOD INTO THE MARINE TOILET. USE ONLY THE SPECIAL DISSOLVING MARINE TOILET TISSUE PROVIDED BY AYC. The Freshwater pump switch, Aft Head and Forward Head switches on the DC side need to be turned on in order for the heads to function. In order to use the toilet, first lift up on the foot peddle for three seconds to bring water into the bowl. After using the toilet, step down on the pedal located to the left of the toilet bowl and release quickly. The vacuum will remove the waste and water will fill the bowl. You must wait at least two minutes to flush the bowl again. This allows time for the system to regenerate its vacuum. All waste goes directly to your holding tank. If the bowl fails to drain and the pump is working, the drain pipe may be clogged. The opening is small to protect the system. Turn OFF the TOILET and the FRESHWATER PUMP switch at the DC panel. Press pedal to open the ball valve. Clear debris from opening. Turn ON the switches and flush a couple times. If the bowl fails to fill with water after flushing, check the FRESHWATER PUMP switch on the DC Panel and the fill status of the water tank – the tank may be empty. If the toilet pump turns ON after the toilet has not been used for some time, check water in the bowl. If there is no water, the usual cause is poor seal of the ball valve after the last flush, resulting in air leak. Listen for hissing air. Press the foot switch to open ball valve. Clear toilet paper, hair, or small debris trapped between the ball and the seal.

4.2 Sanitation Holding Tank The sanitation HOLDING TANK holds approximately 30 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 indescribable catastrophe and an EXPENSIVE FIX to you. Empty the tank EVERY OTHER DAY to avoid this problems. The HOLDING TANK is located under the floorboard hatch in the hallway between the bunkroom and the V berth.

4.3 Sanitation Tank Levels The Holding Tank level gauge is located on the left hand side of the Pilothouse station. The switch to turn on the tank monitor is on the DC panel. Turning on the TANK MONITOR switch turns on the water tank level monitor and the holding tank level monitor. The holding tank is emptied in one of two ways:

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#1 At the Marine Pump-Out Station: (THIS IS THE ONLY OPTION IN U.S. WATERS) Marine Pump-out stations are located at many fuel docks or special sanitation barges. Use each refueling stop as an opportunity to empty the holding tank. Follow instructions on the pump station. In larger marinas, mobile pump-out services can come to the boat. Remove the WASTE CAP located on the starboard deck just forward of the Pilothouse helm using the DECK KEY (hanging on the rear salon wall, port side). Insert the pump-out nozzle into the waste opening. Double-check your deck fitting to ensure you have completely covered the opening with the pump-out nozzle! Turn on pump and open valve located on handle. When pumping is finished, close lever on handle and turn off pump. Remove from deck fitting. If there is a fresh water hose on the dock, rinse the tank by adding about 2 minutes of water into the tank. Then re-pump out the sanitation tank to leave the tank rinsed for the next charter. This also eliminates head odors. Replace the cap using the DECK KEY making sure it is snug (not tight). #2 MACERATOR: (IN CANADIAN WATERS ONLY) The tank’s contents can also be discharged with the MACERATOR.

To operate the macerator, you must first make certain that the Y-VALVE for the macerator pump, which is located under the floorboard hatch in the hallway between the bunkroom and the V berth is open. Once open, go to e DC electrical panel and turn the key switch labeled MACERATOR.. Listen to the macerator’s sound. When the pitch becomes higher, the tank is empty. Discharge may be observed on the STARBOARD side. It should only take a few minutes to empty the tank.

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5. WATER SYSTEM

5.1 Fresh Water Tank The FRESH WATER TANK holds 180 gallons. It is filled on the port side on the swim platform. Use your DECK KEY to open the fitting. Two fresh water hoses are located in the lazarette for filling the water tank. You can use the white (with blue stripe) hose or the green expandable hose. Run stale or rusty water from the hose before placing the nozzle in the tank opening. Listen for a change in tone when the tank is approaching full. Replace the fitting so that is snug. Replace the fresh water hose in the lazarette. Monitor your water usage on long cruises and top off your water tanks whenever you have an opportunity (every time you are in port).

5.2 Fresh Water Dockside Inlet A fresh water inlet for shore-based water is found on the port side on the transom, down near the bottom at the swim platform. Turn OFF the FRESHWATER PUMP switch when used. Turn OFF the shore faucet when not used.

5.3 Fresh Water Pressure Pump The FRESHWATER PUMP is located in the forward engine room on the starboard side. Activate pump at the DC panel by turning on the breaker. If the water pump continues to run, you have an open faucet or a leak. If no faucets are on, turn off the FRESHWATER PUMP switch and check for any leaks in the engine room. If you run out of water SHUT OFF YOUR HOT WATER HEATER on the AC panel. Serious damage can occur! The hot water tank was replaced in late 2013. If you run out of water, after refilling the tank you will have to bleed the system by opening up a faucet after you turn on the FRESHWATER PUMP switch again.

5.4 Hot Water Tank The HOT WATER HEATER has a 20 gallon capacity tank and is available when connected to shore power or via the diesel furnace when activated. Currently water cannot be heated by an engine heat exchanger. 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 down in the engine area forward and forward of the galley hatch.

5.5 Freshwater Shower You can take a FRESH WATER SHOWER while standing on the swim platform or in one of the two heads. The outdoor shower provides hot and cold water. This is handy to shower after swimming or to wash dirt from equipment, shoes or clothing. Before taking a SHOWER, make sure water pressure and shower sump breakers are on. Take only very short “Navy” showers. A Navy Shower is a method of showering that allows for significant conservation of water by turning off water when it’s not necessary. An initial thirty seconds or so are used to get wet, followed by soap and lather without running water, which is then rinsed off in a minute or less. The total time for the water being on is typically under two minutes. To keep shower tidy wipe down the shower stall and floor. Check for accumulation of hair in the shower and sink drains. Ensure that the faucets and nozzle are completely off after use.

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6 GALLEY

6.1 Stove/Microwave The galley stove is a three burner electric type that has its main circuit breaker on the AC panel. The microwave is a combination microwave/convection oven. The breaker is also on the AC panel. Instructions on how to use it should be found in the “Operating Manuals” cabinet on the port side in the salon.

6.2 Refrigerator The 12 cu. Ft. TUNDRA refrigerator/freezer is dual voltage (12-volt and 120-volt power). It will automatically use 120-volt power when the shore power is connected; otherwise, it will operate on 12-volt power. Before you disconnect shore power, make sure the DC Fridge breaker is on. Monitor the use of the refrigerator when the engines are not charging the 12-volt battery system. To make the fridge colder, the switch inside the main compartment can be turned clockwise.

6.3 Wine Cooler A portable wine cooler has been provided by the owner for your use. It is located above the microwave and can hold 6 bottles of wine. The normal default cooling temperature is 54 degrees Fahrenheit. You can adjust this temperature and the operating manual can be found in the “Operating Manuals” cabinet or in the drawer on the starboard side to the left of the ice maker.

6.4 Dishwasher Beneath the three burner stove is a dishwasher. Soap is not provided so you will have to supply your own. The switch to turn on the dishwasher is found on the AC side of the electrical panel. The dishwasher will not operate on DC power.

6.5 Coffee Maker A stainless steel, thermal coffee maker is to the left of the sink. It has a water tank that can be removed for ease of filling at the sink. The coffee basket slides out from the right hand side. It has a water filter. Coffee filters may be on the boat. They are the round paper filters. Cone filters won’t work. You can also set the coffee maker to brew automatically by setting the timer. It is plugged into the salon wall receptacle hidden below the counter. Be sure the AC PORT OUTLET switch on the AC panel is turned on.

6.6 Icemaker The ICE MAKER switch is located on the AC side of the electrical panel. The icemaker is located on the starboard side behind a door right located to the left of the couch. The icemaker also has an “on/off” toggle switch inside the ice maker door and then the ice level bar stops making ice when the bin is full. Push the ice sensor bar-switch to downward position to start ice making. Ensure plastic bin is in icemaker. The Icemaker is connected to the Inverter system -- it will continue to operate when AC shore power or generator are not used. NOTE: When you are finished your trip, the ice maker switch should be left ON and the bar-switched raised. Should the power be turned OFF without emptying the ice bin, the melting water will soak the carpet.

6.7 Sink Countertop Protect countertops and sinks from damage. Use cutting boards provided when preparing meals.

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Keep the countertops dry. Avoid splashes. Do not clean with hard abrasive cleaners. AYC provides a general purpose spray cleaner for your use.

6.8 Insinkerator The right hand sink has an Insinkerator. The switch to turn it on/off is located inside the cabinet door underneath the sink.

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7. ELECTRONICS

All electronic manuals are located in the cabinets located to port in the main salon. GPS, E120 Integrated Chart Plotter , Depth Sound and Auto Pilot and Hailer.(see photo below)

The electronics components are controlled from the Pilothouse DC Panel. Other Power switches may be found on each component.

7.1 VHF Communication The boat has 2 VHF radios (Raymarine in the pilothouse and iCom 504 in the flybridge), 1 handheld VHS radio for the dinghy and 1 AIS transceiver. VHF radio is the primary means for hailing boats and getting emergency assistance. Monitor Channel 16. Set radios to scan ‘weather’ or ‘working’ channels as desired. The AIS transceiver broadcasts the boat’s name, position, course, and speed and receives name, position, course, and speed information from nearby AIS-equipped vessels. Common VHF Marine Channels for Pleasure Vessels in Washington, Canada, and Alaska: Channel Purpose and Use Restrictions

16 International Distress and Calling. Hailing, distress, urgency None 6 Intership Safety. Ship-to-ship safety communications. SAR Opns

22A US Coast Guard Liaison. Establish communication on Channel 16 first

70 Digital Selective Calling Only for distress No voice 9 Intership & Ship-Shore ALL Vessels. Pleasure Vessel Calling US Calling US Only 67 Intership Only for ALL Vessels. Also Ship-Shore Canada US Puget Sound 68 Intership & Ship-Shore for Pleasure Vessels only 69 Intership & Ship-Shore for Pleasure Vessels only 71 Intership & Ship-Shore for Pleasure Vessels only. US Only Not in Canada 72 Intership. Ship-Shore US Puget Sound Only No S-S Canada 73 Intership & Ship-Shore ALL Vessels. Canada Only Not in US

78A Intership & Ship-Shore for Pleasure Vessels only. US Only Not in Canada 13 Vessel Bridge to Vessel Bridge. Also locks, bridges, except Seattle Low Power

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11 Vessel Traffic System (VTS) – Victoria, Haro Strait, Turn Pt, Boundary Strait

5A Vessel Traffic System (VTS) – Northern Puget Sound 14 Vessel Traffic System (VTS) – Southern Puget Sound

NOTE -- The VHF radios are programmed with USA, International, and Canadian channels. Choose the appropriate channel group; e.g. in Canadian waters, select Canadian channel group ‘C’. The AIS transceiver is programmed with MMSI Code 338081965, which identifies ‘Somewhere In Time’.

7.1.1 Flybridge VHF Radio The pilothouse VHF radio is a iCom IC-M504 model and equipped with GPS to display and transmit your current location.

• Turn ON the ELECTRONICS switch on the DC Panel (it should always be left on) In addition to normal radio functions, the Icom IC-504 includes DSC (digital selective calling). Part of the DSC system allows vessels in trouble to notify the Coast Guard and other vessels in the vicinity. The MMSI Code 338081965 (boat identifier) is programmed to the ‘Distress’ Call button. See section 12.5 Safety/VHF Radio Distress Call for procedure or refer to the iCom IC-M504 manual, page 23 in the cabinet labeled Owners Manuals in the main salon. DSC also acts like a direct-dial telephone - you can call another boat directly if you have its MMSI Code. Refer to the IC-M504 manual, pages 26 and 41 for details. The radio’s automatic Fog Horn feature may be used during limited visibility. See section 12.7 Safety/Automatic Foghorn, or refer to the iCom IC-504 manual, pages 53-54. To adjust backlight, press and hold [H/L], then rotate [DIAL] to adjust brightness.

7.1.2 Pilothouse VHF Radio The pilothouse VHF radio is Raymarine 215 VHF with DSC.

• Turn ON the ELECTRONICS switch at the Pilothouse DC Panel The boat’s MMSI Code ‘338081965’ is programmed to the ‘Distress’ Call button. The calling procedure differs slightly from the flybridge VHF radio.

7.1.3 Handheld VHF Radio Plugged in at the pilothouse is a handheld VHF radio, Standard Horizon model HX260S. If launching the dinghy, this radio has a mounting location for use there. The boat’s MMSI Code is NOT programmed in this radio.

7.2 AIS Transceiver The AIS (Automatic Identification System) is active when the ELECTRONICS switch is ON. AIS data is viewed on the MFD chart and radar displays and is used to reduce risk of collision. The AIS transceiver sends and receives digital signals to exchange real-time information between vessels, shore-based stations, and navigation aids on dedicated VHF frequencies. The transceiver sends boat name, position, course, and speed (every 3-minutes under 2 knots, 30-seconds above 2 knots). At the same time, it receives information from nearby AIS-equipped ferries, fishing boats, tugs, tankers, cruise ships, pleasure

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boats, & navigation aids. But, never assume AIS displays all vessels as it is only mandatory on vessels 60 feet and above. The AIS information is a selectable display layer on each multi-function display (MFD). For example, to set up chart window, select: Presentation/Chart Layers/AIS Layer/ON. AIS status is shown on the MFD. For AIS collision avoidance, use ‘safe zone’ and ‘message’ functions. For ‘silent mode’ on MFD: Menu/AIS Setup/Silent Mode=YES. Note ‘blue’ status on AIS unit.

7.3 Hailer Somewhere in Time has a VLH3000 Hailer located in the pilothouse. External loudspeakers are located in the cockpit and at the flybridge. The Hailer can be used to communicate to your departure and docking crew and to sound several distress calls.

7.4 Multi-Function Display (MFD) Two Raymarine E-Series 120 MULTIFUNCTION DISPLAYS (MFD) integrate control and information display of the boat’s sensors and navigation systems. The displays are sunlight viewable. CAUTION – To avoid damage to the MFD’s window coating, RINSE ONLY WITH FRESH WATER. DO NOT use dry cloth, cleaning solution, polish, or spray. Wipe smears gently with a clean micro fiber cleaning cloth. The flybridge e120 is the slave to the pilothouse master display. Turn the pilothouse display on first before turning on the flybridge display. The e120 displays are loaded with the most recent U.S. navigation charts. Each MFD integrates the following equipment, sensors, and key navigation functions:

• Radar Sensor – scanner overlay • GPS Sensor – latitude, longitude, speed over ground (SOG), course over ground (COG) • Electronic Chart – Navionics Platinum geographic overlay: charts, waypoints, routes • Digital Sounder – sounding, fish finding, speed through water (STW), water temperature • Gyro Compass – course heading/deviation • Auto Pilot – course heading, waypoint navigation • VHF Radios – GPS position location (latitude, longitude) • AIS Transceiver – AIS target identification and tracking, collision avoidance • MOB– ‘man overboard’ GPS position mark • Alarms – depth limit warnings, anchor movement, time lapse • Stern camera – the display can also show the cockpit and stern area from the onboard camera

located above the rear doors The e120 also provides depth, bottom characteristics, and fish location by changing the display to the series of fish displays. Depth reading is in “feet”, measured from the bottom of the hull.

KNOW YOUR DEPTH AT ALL TIMES. SOMEWHERE IN TIME HAS A 4’6’’ DRAFT.

7.5 Radar Sensor The RADAR is rated at 72-nautical miles. Useful range however, is limited by line-of-sight, fog, rain, target, height, land formations, and sensitivity setting. To turn ON the RADAR, after the display is on, press the red “power” button again and then the lower left button on the display to change the Radar from STBY (standby)

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to TX (transmit). The radar also has an On/Off switch on the bottom of the radar. The radar is mounted on the center of the fiberglass radar arch. Refer to Raymarine E-120 manual or reference guide in cabinet in the salon labeled Operating Manuals.

7.6 Speed Logs SPEED OVER GROUND (SOG) may be read on the data bar of each Raymarine E-series MFD. The GPS provides position changes continuously and the E-120 MFD performs the SOG calculation. NOTE – Tri-Data display lags MFD display by 2-4 seconds – it is set to NMEA 4800 data rate.

7.7 Autopilot The AUTOPILOT head unit is located on the pilothouse helm portside. It is a Raymarine 8001. In addition, an AUTOPILOT slave unit is located on the flybridge helm. These units aids in maintaining course heading. WARNING -- ALWAYS know the status of autopilot – is it on ‘auto’? or is it ‘standby’? Turning the wheel to avoid debris or traffic WILL NOT disengage ‘auto’ mode -- the boat WILL maintain course. Press ‘standby’ mode to disable ‘auto’ mode. Turn ON the AUTOPILOT switch at the DC Panel.

7.8 Autopilot Alarm If you turn “OFF” the AUTOPILOT switch at the DC panel, the handheld autopilot control in the flybridge will beep an alarm indicating a lost signal. You will have to power off the handheld control by pressing and holding the button marked “C” until you see that the unit has powered down. It is recommended that you simply leave the AUTOPILOT switch “ON” at the DC panel. The master stateroom Directv box is also wired to the AUTOPILOT switch so turning it OFF also turns off the TV reception in the master stateroom.

7.9 Cell Phone Service Cell phone service is available from almost anywhere in Puget Sound, the Strait of Juan de Fuca, and the Strait of Georgia for both VOICE and DATA. Local ‘hot spots’ are available at many remote British Columbia coastal locations (e.g. Big Bay, Minstrel Island, Echo Bay). Roaming and long distance charges may apply in Canada depending upon cellular phone service provider.

7.10 Internet Service Internet service is accessible when line-of-site to an Internet ‘access point’ in a marina or nearby community. Services is available in one of 3 ways:

• Option 1: Wave Rogue – If you scan for available WIFI networks you will see Somewhere In Time. Connecting to it connects your phone to the router but the router still needs to connect to a nearby hotspot. Some ports have password-protected hotspots (like Cap Sante and Friday Harbor) and some have open networks (like Deer Harbor). Most harbors will give you their password when you ask at check in. To connect to a hotspot, open your browser and type in http://wavewifi.com. After a short delay, the network scan page will open. If you get something saying you are offline, most likely you will have to reset the router by turning off/on the electronics switch on the DC panel. The names of the available networks are on the left side of the page, listed from strongest to weakest signal. Click on the network name, insert the password and click connect. Download speeds differ from port to port and the robustness of the service provided by the port.

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• Option 2: Portable WiFi Hotspot – If you have a mobile hotspot device like the Verizon Jetpack or T-Mobile Hotspot Pro, you can connect your computer and devices to your own personal hotspot

• Option 3: Tether to Your Cell Phone – This is similar to buying a portable hotspot device

from AT&T, T-Mobile or Verizon. If your phone allows you to tether then you can turn on your phone to be discoverable and connect to your cell.

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8. ENTERTAINMENT SYSTEMS

8.1 Flybridge/Cockpit Audio System – Fusion Radio A Fusion MS-IP700i marine radio has been installed on the flybridge to provide flybridge sound or sound in the cockpit. The Fusion allows you to pick from AM / FM / Sirius XM / VHF / USB / audio-in wire or various iPod, iPhone audio connection choices. Zone 1 sound is for the flybridge. Zone 2 is the cockpit. To adjust the sound, push the large round multi-function button to bring up all zones. The zone you want to adjust is highlighted. Pushing the multi-function button to change between zones and turn the multi-function button to turn sound up or down. To turn the Fusion ON or OFF, push the red button on the bottom left. The button on the left upper side brings up your menu and is your “back” button. There are weatherproof connectors on the flybridge helm for USB or audio-in wire (found in the desk drawer to the left of the ice maker). The front of the Fusion can also be flipped open to allow you to insert an iPod, iPhone. Several white plastic “adaptors” for your iPod or iPhone model can be found in the desk drawer beside the ice maker on the starboard side of the salon. Slide the correct adaptor inside the open door and slide your iPod or iPhone into the adaptor. The button to hear sound from your iPod / iPhone has a little iPod symbol on it. The button with the antenna symbol on it changes between AM / FM / VHF / XM sources. The reference manual should be in the Operation Manuals cabinet in the salon. You can also download the Fusion Link app to your Android or Apple phone and control the Fusion wirelessly. After you download the app, scan to select the “Somewhere in Time” WIFI network. After connecting to the network, launch your Fusion Link app and it should bring up the radio for you to connect. Even if you are not connected to a port hotspot, your phone can control the volume on the FUSION radio.

8.2 Televisions / DVD Player There are 3 televisions, 2 Directv boxes and 1 audio system aboard: Location Systems Salon Foremost Portside Cabinet

Samsung DVD/audio player (which can hold 5 discs), Directv receiver (the salon Samsung TV is hidden inside the portside cabinet and the black up/down clicker can be found in the small box on the counter above the ice maker

Master Stateroom Samsung combo TV/DVD player, Directv box located inside the rearmost portside cabinet

Forward Stateroom Samsung combo TV/DVD player All entertainment systems are available when ashore or afloat (AC power is provided by Inverter). The ELECTONICS switch on the DC side of the electrical panel also turns on the Master Stateroom Directv box.

8.2.1 Salon TV/ DVD Audio System There are multiple remotes to turn on all audio video equipment. Remotes can be found inside the box on top of the ice maker. The remotes are marked as to what they operate. To watch TV you have to:

raise the TV from the cabinet using the black remote turn on the TV using the Samsung remote labeled TV on the back turn on the Directv box using the Directv remote (Note: the main on/off switch is on the back of the

Directv box and the secondary on/off switch is on the front panel if the remote on switch does not work)

turn on the Samsung audio/DVD player using the remote marked VCR. To watch Directv the audio player must be on AUX 1

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If the Directv can’t find a signal, try resetting powering the Directv box off and on using the master switch on the back of the Directv box. Note: For the Directv box in the master stateroom to receive channels, the Directv box in the salon must be on. The salaon Directv box is the master to turn on the antenna on the flybridge arch and the stateroom Directv box is the slave.

8.2.2 Master Stateroom TV System To turn the TV on in the master stateroom, on the DC panel, turn the VIP TV switch ON. The ELECTRONICS switch on the DC panel will also need to be on to be able to turn the Directv box on. Last, to get channels on the Directv box in the master stateroom, the Directv box must be left on in the salon. This box controls the satellite located on the flybridge arch. The TV is also a combination DVD player.

8.2.3 Forward Stateroom TV System The forward stateroom TV is either a slave to the salon Directv box or the Directv box in the master stateroom. An A/B switch inside the foremost port side salon cabinet controls the feed the forward stateroom can watch. The TV is also a combo DVD player.

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9 DINGHY & OUTBOARD MOTOR

Your Novuraina 12’ dingy is powered by a 20 hp Evinrude. The davit (shown above) is controlled by a remote control unit that can be found in the locker to the left of the electric panel. Make certain that your engines, or generator, are running during the deployment and retrieval process. Remember to disconnect the tie downs before lifting. It is best to pause every 5 seconds to give the davit motor a rest you may burn the engine or trip the circuit breaker, also located at the DC Panel. When towing your dinghy, always keep it tight to the boat any time that you slow down or stop, Assign one of your crew members as the “dinghy” person to be responsible for taking up slack. You don’t want to wrap a propeller. 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.

9.1 Pre-Checks Before operating, open the engine cover and check the oil with the motor in a level position. Release the rear engine cover latch by pulling the handle back and turning downward. Pull up on the tilt handle to release the engine cover. Release the hook from its catch in the front and remove the engine cover to access the oil tank. Remove the filler cap and fill the oil tank with oil that meets NMMA TC-W3 certification standards. The oil tank capacity is 1.5 quarts. Spare oil is located in the bow locker. The fuel tank is Gasoline ONLY. DO NOT add oil to the fuel. The gas tank fill opening is located under the bow seat on the starboard side. The outboard motor is certified to operate on unleaded automotive gasoline with an octane rating equal to or higher than 87 (R&M). CAUTION – The most common issue with dinghy operation is water in the fuel. Prevent water from entering the tank during refueling. Avoid ‘drowning’ the fuel cap area when operating in rough waters. Periodically, drain the fuel-water separator located beneath the seat. Rotate the drain valve stem counter-clockwise (looking up), and allow bowl to drain. Close the valve. Refill bowl - push-in the ball on inside of connector end of fuel hose while squeezing the primer bulb. If water has entered carburetors, use a small screwdriver to loosen the drain plug beneath each carburetor bowl (being careful not to loosen screw completely) and squeeze on primer bulb to flush bowl. Tighten plugs. CAUTION – Ensure the aft drain plug below motor is installed before launch. Turn the Red BATTERY switch to ON and turn the BILGE PUMP switch ON momentarily before lifting the dinghy to remove any extra bilge water. If water is not removed, the water will re-locate to the bow as the dinghy is lifted, and tilt the dinghy.

9.2 Dinghy Air Inflation Ensure the dinghy air bladders are rigid – no bend, sag, limpness. Insufficient inflation will result in excess wear on rubber tubes and uncomfortable ride.

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The dinghy electric air pump and hose is located in the foremost port side cabinet in the salon. The dinghy foot air pump and hose is located in the last under seat cushion behind the pilot seat in Flybridge. There are 3 locations on the dinghy to fill with air using either foot or electric pump (2 at the stern, 1 at the bow). Use an assistant to hold nozzle securely in openings.

9.3 Launch The DAVIT MAIN power switch is located on the bottom left of the electrical panel. This must be ON to operate the davit arm. Secondarily, The DAVIT REMOTE circuit breaker, which allows you to operate the Davit using the handheld REMOTE CONTROL Unit is located on the right side of the AC panel. It is normally OFF so you will need to turn it ON to use the remote. Plug the DAVIT REMOTE CONTROL UNIT cord into the receptacle located on the back end of the Davit arm. The Remote control unit that can be found in the locker to the left of the electric panel. WARNING – When not in use, disconnect the DAVIT REMOTE CONTROL UNIT from the receptacle stow back in the cabinet and turn the AC switch to OFF. After connecting the remote, press the down button to release tension on the winch so you can unhook it from the catch. Manually lift the Davit arm to the up position and insert the steel bolt in the hole to keep the arm in the raised position. The arm will have a tendancy of swinging towards the stern of the boat. Lower the winch cable and connect the hook to the center ring holding the three dinghy lift cables. Release the four dinghy tie downs and unhook them from the dinghy. Carefully, with short burst to start, press the UP button on the REMOTE to clear the dinghy from it’s holding cradle. Hold on to the front tie line and once the dinghy is clear of it’s cradle, manually swing the DAVIT arm starboard to swing the dinghy over the side of the boat. Position a crew member in the starboard side of the cockpit to catch the dinghy as it is lowered. Drop the front tie line so the crewmember can reach it and s/he can guide the dinghy as you lower it from the flybridge. WARNING – Watch the swing of the dinghy as you lower it and lower it in short controlled bursts so as not to damage the side of the boat. Allow no person to ride the dinghy or place body below dinghy while lowering or lifting. While the dinghy is still attached to the winch, a crewmember will then board the dinghy to start the engine. It is recommended to keep the dinghy attached to the winch until you know the engine will start, the dinghy doesn’t fill with water and all controls operate properly. The crew member can then unhook the winch and the winch can be raised so it doesn’t knock against the side of the boat.

9.4 Dinghy Operation Turn red battery switch (located underneath the seat) to ON position. Lower or raise the motor by pressing ‘Down’ or ‘UP’ on the MOTOR TILT rocker switch on right side of the throttle handle. Ensure the THROTTLE is in ‘neutral’ position. Move the IDLE SPEED lever all the way upward to engage the ELECTRIC CHOKE. Turn the MOTOR IGNITION KEY to crank. Back off choke until the engine runs smoothly, and choke is no longer needed. Use the IDLE SPEED lever to maintain rpm until the engine warms and operates smoothly. Then, return it to idle (down) position. The THROTTLE lever will NOT operate until the IDLE SPEED lever is in idle position.

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To drive forward, grab the THROTTLE lever, use the thumb to squeeze the handle release, and move the THROTTLE forward until the gear engages. To increase forward speed, push the throttle forward. Return to neutral to disengage gear. To drive backward, squeeze the handle release and move the throttle lever backward until gear engages. To increase backward speed, pull the throttle backward. To apply motor TRIM, press the UP/DOWN rocker switch on the throttle. Use trim within safe limits. WARNING – Ensure crewmembers are trained operation and safety. WA-State and Canadian Laws have minimum age limits and personal certification requirements for operating powered boats. Be aware of speed, sea conditions, and traffic.

9.5 Retrieval To retrieve the dinghy, the procedure is reverse of deployment. CAUTION – Use the BILGE pump to pump out bilge water. Remove extra gear to reduce weight on the davit. Tilt the motor UPWARD slightly to avoid damage to the rear of the boat deck and to allow the dinghy to be positioned on it’s cradle without the bottom of the engine touching the flydeck. Deploy the davit boom and lower the winch. Move the dinghy along the starboard side. Clip the lifting harness to the dinghy lifting hook. Exit the dinghy and hold the guide tie rope to limit the swing of the dinghy when it is being lifted. Remove slack on the winch cable. Ensure harness is not entangled with motor control cables or fuel line. Position a crewmember in the cockpit to guide the swing of the dinghy when it is being lifted. Ensure good footing in the cockpit as the boat may list to starboard during lifting. Have the crew member tell you when it is safe to lift the dinghy and start lifting slowly. Once raised sufficiently, have a crew member join you in the flybridge to help position the dinghy on it’s cradle. Rotate the Davit arm to swing the dinghy so the dinghy engine is facing port and the dinghy bow if facing starboard. Slowly lower the dinghy into it’s cradle, positioning it so it sits evenly on the boat. Secure the dinghy with the 4 deck tie downs. Lower the winch to allow for the dinghy to be unhooked from the winch hook, Raise the winch and manually swing the Davit arm to clear the dinghy. Position yourself under the dinghy arm to lift it a bit to take pressure off the latch pin. Remove the pin, putting it back into it’s holding slot. Slowly lower the Davit arm, attach the winch hook to the cradle locking hole and raise the winch to remove the slack and stop the Davit arm from swinging. Do NOT OVER WINCH to put constant downward stress on the Davit arm. Remove the DAVIT CONTROL unit from the plug and stow in pilothouse cabinet. Turn off the Davit Remote breaker and the DAVID MAIN breaker.

9.6 Dinghy Equipment. The following equipment is on-board the dinghy: Item Qty Location Remark VHF Radio 1 Console Console ELECTRONICS switch Depth Gauge 1 Console Console ELECTRONICS switch Bilge Pump 2 Mid ship & Under

seat Console BILGE Pump. Ensure OFF

Navigation White Light 1 Nav Lights rear, starboard Throwable Cushion 1 Seat

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Item Qty Location Remark Paddles 3 Beneath Seat Folding Throw Anchor 1 Bow Locker 4’ chain link & 35’ nylon rope Shore Line 1 Bow Long line to secure dinghy to beach and to

guide the dinghy when lifting and lowering Fire Extinquisher 1 Center console

port side

Emergency Whistle 1 Center console port side

Dinghy Emergency Repair Kit

1 Under seat

Small Grappling Hook 1 Under seat A 12-volt receptacle is located on console port side for 12-volt devices, such as searchlight.

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10. ANCHORING The WORKING ANCHOR is a 44-pound Delta type anchor mounted on the bow roller. It is attached to 230-ft of 5/16” hi-Test chain. The rode is passed through to the ANCHOR RODE LOCKER located behind the forward most door in Forward Stateroom. The rode is deployed and retrieved using the WINDLASS. The WINDLASS POWER SWITCH is located at the DC panel. The SPARE ANCHOR is a 13-pound Danforth-type and it is located in the Lazarette.

10.1 Anchor Deployment Before using the WINDLASS, ensure the clutch has sufficient drag – use the WINCH CRANK (located in the cabinet immediately to the left of the DC electrical panel) if necessary to adjust the drag. Turn ‘on’ the WINCH MAIN SWITCH located at the bottom left of the DC electrical panel. At the foredeck, uncover the FOOT PEDAL CONTROLS. Down is the left foot pedal and up is the right. Maneuver the boat to the selected anchor point. Note the depth on sounder. Disconnect a flexible tie-cord between the anchor and windlass. The controls from raising and lowering your CQR are at the fore deck just aft of the windlass. At the bow, tap gently on the ‘down’ foot control to lower the anchor. If necessary, guide the anchor over the anchor roller to prevent binding on the pulpit. Avoid swinging the anchor. CAUTION – Ensure the chain will run free from the chain locker. A chain tangle or stoppage will trip the ‘windlass circuit breaker’ and freeze operation. To free up chain, go to forward stateroom, open the foremost v-berth door, and inspect the chain locker. For chain anchoring, consider a minimum 4:1 scope. A 5:1 scope is recommended. Example – to achieve 5:1 in 25-ft water, deploy 150-ft [25-ft depth+5-ft freeboard, multiplied by 5). Compensate for depth changes during the tidal cycle and the holding power of the bottom. Consider swing of nearby boats. The general rule is, the more scope, the better, especially in unsettled weather. A common fault is too little. Deploy ANCHOR RODE using the ‘snub’ and ‘feel’ technique (tension is maintained) as rode is deployed to scope. RED markers are placed at 10-feet intervals and BLUE markers are placed at 100 and 200 intervals indicating chain/rode length deployed. Total chain length is about 220 feet. Drift or idle back to tighten the rode, then reverse engines in idle to set the anchor. Look for boat movement by aligning shore reference points. Shorten rode if necessary to reduce swing. Turn OFF the WINCH MAIN SWITCH on the DC panel. CAUTION – Monitor the boat’s position to ensure the anchor remains set. With the variety of bottoms in Pacific Northwest waters, this is very important, especially during strong winds, abrupt changes in wind direction, or directional changes of water current.

10.2 Anchor Retrieval Before raising the anchor, ALWAYS start the engines as the WINDLASS uses 100-amps of DC power. Running the engines supplement the battery power. Turn ‘on’ the WINCH MAIN SWITCH located at the bottom left of the DC electrical panel. As the boat moves toward the anchor, press the ‘up’ control to take up slack line. Coordinate maneuver with the helmsman to hover above the anchor point while the anchor breaks free from the bottom. Give the

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windlass short rests as you are pulling it up. As the anchor nears surface, allow anchor to hang vertically before raising above surface – this avoids swinging against hull. Place yourself in position to guide the anchor onto the roller. As the anchor rises, be careful not to allow it to swing against the hull. Tap gently on the UP control and rotate while hanging, and guide the anchor into the proper position for the bow roller. CAUTION – Tap the pedal controls in tiny bursts when anchor is near pulpit to avoid binding anchor, over-tightening rode, and damaging the pulpit. Connect a flexible tie-cord between the anchor and windlass to snug the anchor and chain. Close the plastic covers on the FOOT PEDAL CONTROLS. Turn OFF the WINDLASS power switch at the bottom of the DC panel.

10.3 Spare Anchor The SPARE ANCHOR is a Bruce-Type anchor weighing 44-lb (20 KG). It may be used in special anchoring situations, such as a “kedge” to limit swinging direction, to anchor bow-stern, to stabilize or pull off grounding, or a temporary replacement for lost working Anchor. It is located beneath the Lazarette port hatch. CAUTION -- Remove gently to avoid damage of nearby hydraulic lines. A 12-ft 5/16” BBB chain (2650-lb SWL) should be attached first. Then, using the 3/8” shackle (2000-lb SWL), connect the 200-ft ½” SPARE ANCHOR RODE (5700-lb breaking strength). Both are stowed beneath the Lazarette starboard hatch.

10.4 Bow Thruster The BOW THRUSTER is a Sidepower SE 120/215T, 24-volt model located beneath the forward stateroom bunk. It may be used for positioning the bow during docking or maneuvering tight spaces. Turn main BOW THRUSTER SWITCH located on the forward starboard wall in the engine room. It is a large red button. If your bow thruster does not work, check that the switch has not been accidentally pushed in. Pull OUT to reset. Operate the thruster from either the pilothouse or bridge. To activate the control joystick, push both ON buttons on the panel simultaneously and the indicator light will turn orange. Move the joystick in the direction desired, port or starboard. The momentum will carry the bow. Turn OFF when not used. CAUTION -- The manufacture estimates maximum time for continuous-use is 3 minutes. The electromotor has a thermal switch to shut it off when overheated, and it will re-engage only when cooled sufficiently. The thruster is not for prolonged use in current or side wind. The best practice to plan the docking maneuver and to use good technique, before committing the bow thruster. The thruster blades may draw objects into the tunnel – be aware of floating objects nearby.

10.5 Mooring Buoy Mooring buoys are topped with a metal triangle and/or ring. A printed plate indicates the capacity or restriction. Before mooring, determine whether the buoy is public and the boat is within capacity. Sometimes, the metal ring attached to the buoy chain can be lifted to attach a boat line. Often the chain is very heavy, so a strong crewmember should assist. The MOORING HOOK is often the simplest way to do the initial connection to the ring on the buoy. The hook (slender stainless steel frame with attached while line) is located in the bow foredeck locker. Lead the loop

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end of the hook line from below the pulpit opening and attach to cleat to prevent loss overboard. On an extended boat pole, place hook onto the end, applying slight pull on the hook line to keep hook on tip. Extend rig toward the buoy. The helmsman should maneuver from downwind or down current. It is helpful to have a free crewmember point his/her arm to the buoy continuously. The body language will tell the helmsman the buoy location relative to the bow as it disappears from view. As the boat nears the buoy, a crewmember inserts the hook tip into the metal ring, and sets the hook. To retrieve the hook, lift the hook bend with the boat pole. The mooring hook is adequate for short stay. For overnight, thread a dock line through the ring. Secure line to boat, forming a bridle between bow cleats. If necessary, use the dinghy to setup.

10.6 Mooring Cans Washing State Park Stickers are limited to vessels under 45 feet. SOMEWHERE IN TIME DOES NOT HAVE A STICKER. There are two locations within the San Juan Islands that allow for a side tie. If you choose to tie up to these locations your will be responsible for the park fees

10.7 Stern Tie Securing the boat’s stern to shore is necessary when the anchorage is crowded, when swing space is limited, or when rotation around the anchor point is not desired. In anchorages where stern-tie is common, metal rings are setup on the shore. To setup stern-tie for easy retrieval, run a free-end of line to shore with dinghy, thread the free end through the metal ring, and return the free end to the boat, doubling the line. When leaving, release one free-end and retrieve the line by pulling it through the ring. NOTE – When setting up double-back shore line, tie ends to same cleat. If ends are tied apart, the boat’s sideways motion pulls the line back and forth through the ring – the ring may ‘saw’ the line.

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11. NAVIGATION

11.1 Electronic Chart The Navionics package on the each Raymarine Multifunction Display contains territory from Puget Sound to Queen Charlotte Sound, including Juan de Fuca Strait, Strait of Georgia, Johnstone Strait, Queen Charlotte Strait, and Cape Flattery. CAUTION – Electronic charts add to safety and enjoyment, but do not rely. Use multiple sources in unfamiliar waters, including current official government charts, and traditional navigation skills.

11.2 Official Charts OFFICIAL CHARTS for Puget Sound, San Juan Islands, and Gulf Islands northward to Port Hardy are located in the basket beside the couch in the salon.

11.3 Cruising Atlas Use the SAN JUAN ISLANDS CRUISING ATLAS as a ‘trip planner’. While not for detailed navigation, it may be easier to use at the helm in familiar waters. When in doubt, refer to the detailed Official Charts.

11.4 Tides, Ports, Passages, Cruising Guide Your PORTS and PASSAGES manual should be left on the helm in the pilothouse. It contains tide and current information from Olympia in southern Puget Sound to Johnstone Strait in northern Vancouver Island. It is also packed with useful information about marine weather, area restrictions, fuel locations, vessel services, and supplies. The WAGONER CRUISING GUIDE is invaluable for knowing everything about the San Juan Islands, the Gulf Islands, The west coast of Vancouver Island, Northern B.C. and other places. When planning a passage, it is a good idea to make alternate plans in case of delay, inclement weather, comfort, or safety.

11.5 Navigation Tools One set of BINOCULARS is located on the Pilothouse helm. Traditional PLOTTING RULER, DIVIDER, and MAGNIFIER are located in the book holder on the left wall of the stairwell heading down to the staterooms. A QUICK REFERENCE NAVIGATION RULES card is found in the book rack heading down to the staterooms. Your CHAPMAN Piloting & Seamanship reference text is also located in the book rack heading down to the staterooms.

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12. DOCUMENTS

12.1 Vessel Documents The VESSEL DOCUMENTS include papers for boat identification, registration, licensing, and inspections. These are normally found in the back of the ‘AYC Charter Manual’. Documents include:

• Coast Guard ‘Documented Ship’ Official Certificate (Official Number) • FCC Ships Radio Station License • US Customs Annual Registration (decal on Salon aft window) • Washington State DoR Registration (boat) • Washington State DoL Registration (dinghy) • Most recent Coast Guard boarding or safety inspection

12.2 Border Crossing When cruising into Canada, the vessel and all passengers are required to clear through a Canadian Customs ‘Reporting Site’. Information on reporting sites, phone numbers, and procedure for clearing Canadian Customs can be found in the Ports and Passes Tide and Current book. NOTE – The nearest Canadian ports of entry are Bedwell Harbor, Port Sidney, and Port Victoria Customs Wharf. When returning to the United States, the vessel and passengers must clear through a United States Customs & Border Protection (CBP) ‘Designated Port of Entry’. Locations, telephone numbers, and hours of operation, and procedure for clearing USCBP are found in the Ports and Passes book. The annual US CUSTOMS Decal is located on the aft Salon window, easily seen from the rear. The document is found in the vessel documents. NOTE – The nearest US ports of entry into the San Juan Islands are Roche Harbor (seasonal, call for appointment), Friday Harbor (8AM to 5PM), Anacortes (8AM to 5PM), Bellingham (7AM to 6PM), or call After Hours 800-562-5943. To avoid delay, have the vessel documents, all passports, and paper/pencil ready, before meeting or calling customs officials.

• Vessel Official Number = 1186075 • Vessel Name = Somewhere in Time • Vessel Length = 52 feet 3 inches • Vessel Make/Type = 2006 Navigator 5100 Pilothouse Motoryacht • Customs Decal Number (US reentry) (located on salon aft, copy in vessel doc book) • CA Customs Entry Number and Date (for US reentry) (obtained from Canadian Customs) • Master (Skipper) – name, passport number, citizenship, birth date • ALL persons aboard – name, passport number, citizenship, birth date • Items Inventory – liquor count, fruits and vegetables, or firearms aboard

NOTE – Contact US customs before traveling if you are unfamiliar with customs laws, especially traveling with children where both parents are NOT present. Minors traveling with non- custodial parents may be required to present a Letter of Consent signed by the custodial parents to US Custom. Passport identification for all is required.

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13. OTHER

13.1 Flashlights Flashlights are located in the desk drawer to the left of the icemaker. Another flashlight is located in the black tool box in the forward port side of the engine room.

13.2 Spotlights One 2,000,000 candlepower HANDHELD SPOTLIGHT is located behind the door immediately to the left of the DC electrical panel. Plug into a 12-volt receptacle on the pilothouse helm. This can also be plugged into the 12-volt receptacle in the dinghy. 13.3 Owners Manuals (located port side salon, 2nd door on right) Inside you will find the following manuals

Samsung LCD Television Magnum Energy Inverter / Charger West Marine Portable Cabin Heater Toshiba 15” Diagonal LCD TV/DVD Combination Lifesling Overboard Rescue System iCOM IC-M504A Instruction Manual Seaward Water Heater Owners Manual Haier Termoelectric Wine Celler Fusion 700 Series Marine Entertainment System Manual Nauticast Class B Automatic Identification System (AIS) Evinrude Operator’s Guide Standard Horizon VLH-3000 30 Watt Loud Hailer Owner’s Manual Sharp Carousel Convection Oven Microwave Cookbook Hydronic Heater Troubleshoot and Repair Manual

Somewhere In Time is equipped with a forward and aft bilge pumps. The switches are located on the DC side of the electrical panel and should ALWAYS be left on. You may occasionally hear the pump operate due to condensation and water from the shaft log accumulating in the bilge. There are two ENGINE SPARES BOX in the engine room (one forward port side and the other under the stairs. They contain spare parts such as oil filters, raw water impeller, pump parts, injectors, light bulbs and other small parts.

13.4 Thru-Hull Locations Thru-hull fitting locations are shown below. Rotate valves to close/open. In an emergency, where a thru-hull has failed and is leaking, stem flow with rags, cloth, or wooden plugs. Turn on bilge pumps. Ref Thru-Hull Opening Location 1 Port Engine Seacock Forward Engine Room, Port Middle 2 Starboard Engine Seacock Forward Engine Room, Starboard

Middle 3 Generator Seacock Aft Engine Room, Starboard

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14. CLEANING

14.1 Waste Management Plan All crew members and passengers must be briefed on the vessel’s Solid Waste Management Plan to comply with US Coast Guard regulation.

14.2 Cleaning Supplies Cleaning supplies are located under the Galley sink. DO NOT use ‘steel wool’ or metal scrubbers on the counters, sinks, and galley range – those materials will scratch surfaces. Vinyl can only be cleaned with vinyl cleaner.

14.3 Vacuum Cleaner The VACUUM CLEANER is located in the starboard compartment in the stairway passageway heading down to the staterooms. Vacuum bags are not needed.

14.4 Washer/Dryer The WASHER/DRYER is located in master stateroom behind the two doors on the back wall. You will need to supply your own laundry soap.

• Turn ON the Washer and Dryer switches on the AC panel. There is an ON/OFF switch on the washer and a PUSH TO START button on the dryer.

• Pull open the detergent tray and add 1-2 tablespoons of detergent into the dispenser. Close the tray. There is no detergent onboard. You will have to supply.

• Select Wash Options, Wash Size, Wash Cycle and Temperature. Close the lid and press START/PAUSE

• On the dryer, there is a dial to select the dry cycle and then PUSH TO START

14.5 Deck Cleaning Gear

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A yellow DECK BRUSH is located in the Lazerette by the port engine. Another is located attached to the cockpit hatch. . . Two 50-ft WATER Hoses are located beneath the ockpit hatch. One is a standard white hose with a blue stripe. The light green expandable hose is hanging from a bungee cord. There is also a 75 foot dark green expandable hose hanging from a bungee cord in the lazerette. All three hoses can be used for fill the fresh water tank or to hose down the boat. A white bucket in the lazerette contains various cleaning supples and teak cleansers. The Cockpit shower faucet on the cockpit transom can be used as a hot water source if desired.

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15. RECREATIONAL EQUIPMENT

15.1 Barbeque Somewhere in Time has a MAGMA Catalina Infra-red Gourmet Series gas grill located on the transom. Its dual element radiant plate uses Infra-Red technology for high, even heat to cook food at higher temperatures while using less fuel.

Grill Area: Primary 12" x 18" / Secondary 5-1/2" x 18" (315 total sq. in.) Heat Output: 12,500 BTU Material: 100% Mirror-Polished Stainless Steel with Fold-Away Legs

Carefully light the unit, preferably with a long-stem butane lighter (two should be located in the galley – far left top drawer while facing the cockpit area). The pressure value is located inside the sliding door in the transom. Small butane canisters can be stored in there as well. The Infra-red barbecue generates more heat than a standard barbeque so you a lot of heat and cooks hot and fast. Please replace the cover after the unit has cooled sufficiently. Note: Propane bottles are not stocked by AYC. You will need to purchase one if extras are not found on board. Caution -- For safety reasons, do not store an opened propane bottle within the salon or engine compartment. Chances are these will leak slightly once opened and propane gas could settle into low spaces. Ensure gasoline and flammable materials are not near the barbecue.

15.2 Deck Chairs Two folding frame gray CANVAS deck chairs are stowed in the engine room, forward portside near the kitchen entry hatch, behind the spare parts bins. Teak folding chairs, side tables and a large dining/cooking table is stored in the salon when not in use.

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16. BOATING CONTACTS

AGENCY CONTACT NOTES AYC Charter Base Anacortes Main Office 800-233-3004 http://www.ayc.com Coast Guard US Coast Guard VHF CH 16 Hailing channel for Coast Guard 800-368-5647 Boating information Emergency Services Emergency Services 911 Police, fire, medical (except cell phones San Juan Isl) Emergency (San Juan Islands) 360-378-4141 For cell phones WA State Patrol 425-649-4370 Non-emergency calls US Customs & Border Patrol United States Customs 800-562-5943 Canadian Customs Canadian Customs 888-226-7277 Reporting arrival to CA designated port of entry Weather Reports NOAA NWS Marine Forecast (Northern Inland, San Juans)

Website VHF 1 or 4

http://forecast.weather.gov/shmrn.php?mz=pzz133&syn=pzz100

NOAA NWS Marine Forecast (Camano Is. To Pt. Roberts)

Website VHF 1 or 4

http://weather.noaa.gov/cgi-bin/fmtbltn.pl?file=forecasts/marine/coastal/pz/pzz133.txt

NOAA NWS Marine Forecast (Puget Sound & Hood Canal)

Website http://weather.noaa.gov/cgi-bin/fmtbltn.pl?file=forecasts/marine/coastal/pz/pzz135.txt

NOAA NWS Marine Forecast (Strait of Juan de Fuca)

Website http://weather.noaa.gov/cgi-bin/fmtbltn.pl?file=forecasts/marine/coastal/pz/pzz131.txt

Environment Canada Marine Forecast (Georgia Basin)

Website 640-666-3655

http://www.weatheroffice.gc.ca/marine/region_e.html?mapID=03

Environment Canada Forecast (Johnstone Strait)

Web site

http://www.weatheroffice.gc.ca/marine/forecast_e.html?mapID=03&siteID=06800

Environment Canada Forecast (Haro Strait)

Website

http://www.weatheroffice.gc.ca/marine/forecast_e.html?mapID=03&siteID=06100

Environment Canada Forecast (Strait of Georgia – North)

Web site http://www.weatheroffice.gc.ca/marine/forecast_e.html?mapID=03&siteID=14301

Environment Canada Forecast (Strait of Georgia – South

Website http://www.weatheroffice.gc.ca/marine/forecast_e.html?mapID=03&siteID=14305

Environment Canada Forecast (Strait of Juan de Fuca – East)

Website http://www.weatheroffice.gc.ca/marine/forecast_e.html?mapID=03&siteID=07003

Fishing WA Fishing Hotline 360-902-2500 http://wdfw.wa.gov/fishing/

Fishing and shellfish area openings and closures WA Shellfish Hotline 866-880-5431 Shellfish area openings, closures, warnings WA Marine Toxins 800-562-5632 Biotoxin “Red Tide” report. Food Safety & Shellfish

Biotoxin Program – WA State Dept. of Health WA State Online Services Website http://www.access.wa.gov. See boating information Boat Services Cap Sante Marine 800-422-5794 Cummins parts, Anacortes WA North Harbor Diesel 360-292-5551 Travel lift, Cummins engine repair, Anacortes WA North Island Boat 800-828-7337 Travel lift, fuel, Skyline Marina, Anacortes WA Anacortes Marine Electronics 360-293-6100 Electronics, Satellite TV Fuel – Points North Skyline Marina, Anacortes 800-828-7337 Chevron (call for appointment) Cap Sante Marina, Anacortes 360-293-8502 Texaco, Cap Sante Marina Fuel Dock

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AGENCY CONTACT NOTES Bellingham 360-734-1710 Shell, Harbor Marine Fuel Friday Harbor 360-378-3114 Port of Friday Harbor Fuel Pier, Shell Roche Harbor 800-586-3590 Resort Fuel Dock, Texaco Victoria 250-381-5221 Victoria Marine Fuels, Ltd Sydney 250-656-1138 Van Isle Marina, VHF 66A Ganges 250-537-5242 Shell, Ganges Marina Nanaimo 250-754-7828 Gabe’s Petro-Canada Marine Egmont 604-883-2298 Egmont Marine Resort, last fuel to Princess Luisa Inlet Powell River 604-485-2867 Westview Fuels Fuel Dock Lund 604-414-0474 Lund Hotel Refuge Cove 250-935-6659 Refuge Cove General Store Blind Channel 888-329-0475 Blind Channel Resort Campbell River 250-287-2614 Discovery Harbour Marina, Esso Lagoon Cove VHF66A Lagoon Cove Marina Echo Bay 250-974-7139 Echo Bay Resort Sullivan Bay 250-483-6881 Sullivan Bay Marine Resort Port McNeill 250-956-3336 Port McNeill Marine and Aviation Fuels Port Hardy 250-949-6551 Quarterdeck Inn and Marina Resort