OPERATION MANUAL Latitude Latitude Lady

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1 1-4. Specifications and Layouts Electrical System. 7. VHF Radio. 8. Navigation Instruments. 9. Engine Windlass, Emergency Anchoring and Moorings. 13. Refrigeration. 14. Stove, BBQ and LPG. 15. Freshwater System, Showers and Hot Water. 16. Toilets and Holding Tank. 17. Bilge Pumps. 18. Manoeuvring and Steering. 19. Sails. 20. Tender and Outboard. 21. Emergency Procedures Inventories. Revised February, 2007

2 Page 1 Specifications. Length Metres Width 5.7 Metres Draft 0.94 Metre Engines Twin Yanmar 20HP Diesels with Saildrives Fuel Capacity 120 Litres - 40 Hours Running Freshwater Capacity 600 Litres Private Cabins 3 Passengers Permitted 6 Queen Berths 3 Refrigeration Upright Fridge Two of 31 cm Long. 45 cm Wide. 69 cm High. 45 cm Long. 31 cm Wide. 69 cm High. Freezer Two of - both are 36cm Long. 20 cm Wide. 40 cm High. Deck Eskies Two of 104cm Long. 36 cm Wide. 33 cm High. 90 cm Long. 31 cm Wide. 33 cm High. Cooking Facilities 3 Burner Gas Stove, Oven and Grill. Oven dimensions 35cm Long. 35 cm Wide. 28 cm High. BBQ dimensions 43 cm Long. 25 cm Wide. Gas.

3 Page 2 Above Deck Layout Boat Hook (On Bow Rail) Water Filler Fuel Fillers 240 Volt Inlet (Below Helm) Gas Bottles (In Locker) Deck Shower Spare Water (In Locker) Ice Boxes Hose Lead Line Deck Brush Mooring Lines Buckets BBQ

4 Page 3 Below Deck Layout Holding Tanks and Valves Tool Box Vinegar Dinghy Pump First Aid Kit Fresh Water Isolation Pump (In Locker) Transducers (Under Floor) Holding Tank Pump (In Locker) Lifejackets (In Locker) Fuel Tanks (Under Floor) House Battery Isolator (In Locker) Main Electrical Panel, Anchor Winch Circuit Breaker. Bilge Pump Panel 240 Volt Circuit Breaker Water Tanks (Under Saloon and Floor)

5 Page 4 Safety Equipment Locations Seacocks (Under Floor) House Battery Life Jackets First Aid Kit Vinegar Fire Extinguishers (In Cupboard) Flares Vee Sheet Circuit Breakers EPIRB Fire Extinguishers Manual Bilge Pump (In Cockpit) Handle in Engine Box Gas Shut Off For Cooktop and Oven (In Cupboard Next to Oven) Fuel Shut Off (Near Toilet Under Floor) Air Shut Off (On Hull) Fuel Shut Off (Next Hotwater Service) Sea Cocks (In Engine Boxes) Air Shut Off (On Hull) Life Ring MOB Light

6 Page 5 Electrical System Electrical System Latitude Lady has ample power with an easy to use 12 volt system with separate power supply for the house and engines. The vessel also utilises 240 volt shore power when in a marina for battery charging. Note: Both engines must be run a minimum of three hours daily (60 minutes in the morning, 60 minutes during the day and 60 minutes after 3pm) to charge the house batteries. No battery switches should be touched during charter unless in an emergency or advised to by base. All electrical lights and appliances are controlled from the circuit breaker switches at the main front electrical panel. The batteries are recharged by the engines, the solar panel and shore power when in a marina berth. Although this provides ample power it is necessary to keep power consumption down by turning off lights or appliances when not in use. Because Latitude Lady has a totally separate engine battery system you will always have power to start your engines even when the house batteries are flat. These batteries are recharged by the engines and normal motoring will be sufficient to recharge them. The house batteries are located in the locker under the saloon seats and the isolation switch is located in the locker on the port side behind the saloon seat. Battery switches are only for use in emergencies when instructed by your base. Shore power When you are in port, use the extension lead to plug into shore power. The inlet is on the port side behind the door. The battery charger turns on automatically. DVD/CD Stereo/TV To operate the CD/DVD player and TV ensure the TV switch is on. The CD Player is compatible with CDs in MP3 format. Please note that television reception around the Islands can be fickle and if there is an event you want to watch we suggest mooring at a resort.

7 Page 6 Electrical System Electrical System Battery Monitor This shows how much power is going in or out of your house batteries. It also shows how much power you have left in your batteries - just like a fuel gauge. You can monitor your batteries performance by pressing the side V (current voltage), A (charging or discharging amps) and C (amp hours left or percentage capacity) menu. It is recommended not to let your amp hours drop below below 250 hours or 56%. Switchboard House Battery Monitor Bilge Pump System DVD/CD TV 12 Volt Outlet.

8 Page 7 Radio VHF Radio Latitude Lady is equipped with a Navman VHF radio. * To operate - turn the radio on, select the channel, and adjust squelch to stop static. * Cumberland will call you at 9.30am and 2.30pm on Channels 81 and 82. At all times contact base on Channels 81 and 82. * When talking to another vessel use channel 11 (eleven) or 08 (zero eight). * Detailed instructions are on the Cumberland Charter's radio instruction sheet. Radio Schedules Charterers are required to answer radio schedules twice daily on Channel 81 or 82 at 9.30am and 2.30pm. If reception is bad try Channel 82 in northern waters. You must be in contact with base twice daily or you will be liable for search costs involved in locating you and your vessel.

9 Page 8 Navigation Instruments Navigation Instruments Latitude Lady is equipped with three instruments which give boat speed, depth of water and wind speed and direction. There is also a chart plotter. Do not adjust these instruments as damage can occur to sensitive electronics if used incorrectly. There is no need to adjust any settings by using the buttons on the instruments. Note: Never rely solely on the sounder when moving in shallow water or when anchoring. The depth reading on the sounder is depth under the keel not ahead of you. A crewman should look for coral from the bow and the vessel should manoeuvre very slowly. Remember that the instruments are electronic and incorrect use of buttons can cause false displays or damage.

10 Page 9 Engines and Saildrives Engines and Saildrives Latitude Lady is powered by twin Yanmar 20HP diesels and cruises at six knots at 2500 revs. It is equipped with saildrive legs. One 120 litre fuel tank gives a cruising range of 180 miles or 30 hours running. To Start Engines 1. Select neutral with gear lever in central position. 2. Turn key to START. 3. GLOW may only be necessary in cold weather. To Stop Engines 1. Select neutral. 2. Push stop button. 3. Turn key to OFF. To Engage Gears Push forward to engage forward gear. Pull back control to engage reverse. Always pause at neutral for a few seconds when changing gears. To Run Engines for Battery Charging Pull levers out to disengage the gears and push forward to increase the revs to 1200 to 1500 rpm. Checking of oil and coolant in the engines is not necessary during your charter unless a problem occurs. It is a good idea to check there is adequate cooling water coming from the engine exhaust after starting. If an engine alarm sounds while engine is still running * Stop the engine. * Call Cumberland Base for advice and assistance.

11 Page 10 Windlass Latitude Lady is fitted with an electric anchor winch, 60 metres of chain and a CQR type anchor. The winch raises the anchor when the UP foot switch is pressed and lowers the anchor when the DOWN switch is pressed. Always run the engines when using the winch. The circuit breaker is located above the main electrical panel and should be in the ON position Check the red light is on. If the winch is overloaded the circuit breaker will trip. Push the switch up to reset. To Lower The Anchor 1. Select your location from the 100 Magic Miles and check water depth and tidal movement. Stop the vessel with the bow into the wind. 2. With the tender alongside press the DOWN foot switch. 3. When the required length of chain (4 times charted depth plus overnight high tide) is released, allow the vessel to lay into the wind while keeping the engines in neutral. 4. After about 10 minutes check to ensure your position is the same and the anchor is holding. 5. Attach the bridle and let out some more chain so the boat load is taken on the bridle. To Lift Your Anchor 1. Open anchor locker hatch and make sure the chain doesn't stack up. 2. Motor very slowly forward, so the chain is vertical. Press the UP foot switch. Don't over run the chain and make sure chain comes up vertically. Keep the skipper informed so the vessel moves ahead only as fast as the chain is retrieved. 3. The windlass is designed to lift the weight of the chain and anchor only. Do not overload it by pulling the boat forward. * CAUTION - If the anchor is snagged in rocks or coral and you try to break it free don't let this load go through the winch. Use the bridle or secure the chain to the main bollard. * NEVER engage the foot switch while the handle is in the gypsy clutch. * Ensure the chain is falling into locker easily. If the chain stacks up you will have to open the inspection hatch and rectify the situation. * Always leave the chain slightly loose and don't snub the anchor hard onto the roller to avoid overloading the windlass. WARNING When using a windlass, it is important to keep your fingers and toes well away from the teeth of the windlass and the chain as it passes over the bow roller, as accidentally trapping them could cause serious injury. Keep your fingers and toes away from the chain as it passes over the bow roller.

12 Page 11 Windlass Emergency Manual Anchoring ONLY To Release Chain Carefully release the gypsy by turning it anti-clockwise with the winch handle. As soon as the gypsy is free the chain will run out so do this slowly. Do not touch the switches and keep your fingers away from the winch. If the gypsy does not release it might need a gentle tap to break it free. You could also manually pull the anchor forward and lower it into the water for a few metres. * Once the anchor is falling freely regulate its descent by tightening the gypsy with the handle. * Check the chain markers to ensure you let out four times the depth of water in chain. (15 metres would be your maximum depth to allow safe and secure anchoring.) * When you have enough chain out tighten the gypsy to stop the chain. * When the anchor is set attach the bridle and let out the chain so it takes the load. * Retighten the gypsy. CAUTION - Do not overtighten the gypsy. Use only one hand on the handle and about 10 kilograms force. If it slips tighten it slightly.

13 Latitude 1035 Latitude Lady Page 12 Moorings Mooring Procedures Public Moorings When approaching a public mooring position the vessel so that its down wind of the mooring and approach with the wind directly on the bow. Station a crew member on the bow with the boat hook and when the vessel is in position the crew member can pick up the mooring line with the boat hook. The helmsman should take directions from the crew member when approaching the mooring. Feed the mooring line over the bow using a spare roller where fitted and attach it to the largest cleat available. Mooring lines should not be attached to the anchor winch and any bridle or snubber fitted to the vessel should not be used when mooring. If spending the night on a mooring use one of the vessel s mooring lines to secure the public mooring line. When releasing moorings the vessel should be reversed until clear of the mooring buoy and rope. Remember to have the dinghy alongside during this manoeuvre. Public Mooring Cumberland/Other Mooring Cumberland and Other types of Moorings The procedure for using these moorings is the same as public mooring except that they are fitted with a smaller pickup buoy which is attached to the main mooring chain. Pickup the small buoy and haul the chain onboard and attach this to the cleat.

14 Refrigeration OPERATION MANUAL Page 13 Refrigeration Latitude Lady has two freezers, two fridges and two iceboxes. Do not turn the fridge or freezer off. Lights on the adjacent fridge switch indicate its operation. To operate ensure the two circuit breakers on the main electrical panel are on. These switches should be left on at all times. A Deck Esky A Fridge A Freezer

15 Stove and BBQ OPERATION MANUAL Page 14 Stove and BBQ Latitude Lady has a gas cooktop and oven with grill supplied from a gas bottle in the aft locker. The cockpit BBQ is supplied from the same bottle. As a safety precaution the gas supply should always be turned off at the bottle when not in use. BBQ To light the BBQ turn on the gas bottle valve and the inline valve. Then press the control knob in and turn anti-clockwise. At the same time insert the manual igniter, lay it on the burner and flick. The valve opens fully as soon as it starts to turn. Turn it fully anti-clockwise for low heat. To Light Burners 1. Turn on the gas bottle. 2. Turn on the COOKTOP switch to activate the sparker. 3. Press the burner control knob in and turn anti-clockwise. 4. Press the igniter and hold down until lit. 5. Once lit, hold the knob in for five seconds to warm the fail-safe unit. If the burner goes out - repeat the procedure. To Light Oven and Grill 1. Lift the latch on the right hand side of the oven door and open. 2. Push knob in and turn to the left for the oven and right for the grill. 3. Press the igniter and hold down until lit. 4. Once lit - hold in for five seconds to warm the fail-safe unit. 5. Leave the oven door open when grilling. 6. Pull heat deflector out from top of grill.

16 Fresh Water OPERATION MANUAL Page 15 Fresh Water, Showers and Hot Water. Latitude Lady has three freshwater tanks located under the saloon seats and the floors in each hull. The deck filler cap is located at the bottom of the mast step. There are two FRESHWATER PUMP switches on the switchboard and each pump serves the entire vessel. It is only necessary to have one pump switched on at any one time. There are no changeover valves for the tank system. The valves next to the water pumps are only for isolating a failed pump. Showers Latitude Lady has four showers, one in each bathroom and a deck shower on the transom. To operate ensure that one FRESH WATER PUMP switch is on at the switchboard. Hot Water Service The hot water services are located the front of the engine boxes. The engines heat up your hot water and store it here warm for up to 12 hours.

17 Page 16 Toilets and Holding Tanks Toilets and Holding Tanks Latitude Lady has three electric MACERATING toilets that are each permanently connected to a holding tank. All toilet waste is treated by maceration when you flush it. It is then discharged into the sea via the holding tank. IMPORTANT! When you are visiting a MARINE PARK B zone (Green Zone) or marina you must use the vessel s holding tanks. Each of the three toilets has a separate tank with a shut off valve situated behind the marked hatch. To close the holding tank open the marked hatch and turn the valve so that it appears to be across the pipe. To comply with the government regulations you must empty the holding tank in an appropriate area when you depart the GREEN ZONE or marina. Empty the holding tank by opening the marked hatch and turning the red valve so that it appears to be inline with the pipe. The holding tank will drain as you are making way. Keep Open Open This Hatch Holding Tank Open Only human waste and toilet paper can be put in the toilet. Sanitary pads, tampons or panty liners etc. Baby Wipes. Washing cloths. ALL of these waste items must be disposed of in the rubbish as they will block and damage the system. Ensure all crew-members know how to use the toilet properly because a blocked toilet can spoil your holiday!! Operation After using the toilet press and hold the flush button. If the toilet is blocked - call Cumberland Charter Yachts. If the toilet is blocked during charter as a result of misuse, there will be a charge to get the blockage cleaned out.

18 Bilge Pumps OPERATION MANUAL Page 17 Bilge Pumps Electric System Latitude Lady has an easy to use system of four 12 volt bilge pumps installed for your safety. They are all fully automatic and the panel above the switch panel indicates what pumps are on. If either of the HIGH lights come on call Cumberland Base. If a problem exists you can turn a pump on manually from the panel. There are automatic float switches to operate all the electric bilge pumps. There are also high level bilge water alarms in each engine box. Access to the bilges is through the engine boxes at the rear of the vessel. Manual Bilge Pump The manual bilge pump is mounted in the cockpit and the handle is stowed in the locker below the steering wheel on the starboard side. A long suction hose is located in the locker and when attached to the pump it will reach any point on the vessel.

19 Page 18 Manoeuvring and Steering Manoeuvring and Steering When moving in a marina or a confined anchorage at slow speed you will have to use your engines to steer. Latitude Lady will turn on its own length with one engine in forward and one in reverse. When engaging reverse PAUSE before using revs so reverse lock engages properly. Be careful you don't overload the steering when trying to turn in a small area. Use the engines instead. Always ensure the tender is on its davits or alongside and secured fore and aft when manoeuvring. Or if moving astern trail it from the bow. The best place to learn how your vessel manoeuvres is when you have plenty of space at an anchorage. Familiarise yourself there before entering a marina. Engage reverse and test the vessel's response when it reaches 2 to 3 knots. Before you approach a berth have your fenders down, almost touching the water. In strong winds use extreme care when moving to a marina berth. Don't reverse into a berth. Approach the dock slowly but ensure you are moving steadily to retain good steerage. Make sure you know which side of the dock you will be tying up to. Don't be afraid to ask marina staff for assistance if required. The tender can be used as propulsion for the vessel if you need to manoeuvre and only one engine is operational. Tie the tender securely fore and aft and have a crewmember operate the outboard to the skipper's instructions. Make sure the outboard is in the locked down position so you can use it in reverse. THIS IS FOR EMERGENCIES ONLY AND CAN ONLY BE DONE IF INSTRUCTED BY CCY BASE.

20 Page 19 Sails Sails Latitude Lady has a roller self tacking headsail and a slab reef mainsail. Always head into the wind when raising or lowering the mainsail. Headsail When furling the headsail head off the wind to stop the sail from flogging on the rigging. 1. Release furling line at cockpit. 2. Pull sheet rope to unfurl sail. 3. Lock off furling rope if you want to reduce sail. 4. To furl sail away - release tension on sheet rope and pull the smaller furling rope. Lock off when sail is fully rolled in. Never use a winch on furling lines as damage to the forestay may result. Never release tension on mast headsail halyard which is secured with plastic ties. This is only released when removing the sail for maintenance. Close hatches when sailing to avoid damage if a rope catches on hatch. Mainsail Latitude Lady's mainsail should be reduced to the first reef point when winds reach a constant 15 knots on the wind instrument and to the second reef point at 20 knots. Do not use the mainsail if the winds exceed 30 knots. In heavy weather conditions it is best to motor or motor/sail with a minimum amount of headsail. To Raise the Mainsail 1. Unclip the mainsail cover completely. 2. Move vessel slowly straight into the wind by using the motor. 3. Release the mainsail sheet rope in the cockpit. 4. Release the halyard tie back on the boom. 5. Raise the mainsail by pulling the mainsail halyard by hand. If using the winch make sure the sail does not jam in the track or the battens foul the lazy jacks. To Reef the Mainsail 1. Raise or lower the mainsail to the first reefing point and place the small loop and rope over one of the hooks on the front of the boom. 2. Tension the front of the sail using the halyard on the winch then tension the back of the sail using the reefing line on the mast halyard winch. 3. Use the same procedure for the second reefing point. To Lower the Mainsail 1. Steer vessel into the wind and release mainsheet. Release the halyard to drop mainsail. Most of the mainsail should fall into the lazy jacks and the rest can be pushed in by hand. Using the motor will assist you in steering into the wind. 2. Pull the halyard away from the mast using the tie back. 3. Clip up the mainsail cover.

21 Page 20 Tender and Outboard Tender and Outboard Latitude Lady has a Swift tender powered by a 6hp Yamaha Outboard. To Start Motor 1. Lift motor slightly and release tilt lock on the starboard side of the motor and lower outboard into the water. 2. Prime the squeeze bulb in fuel line if necessary until it is hard. 3. Pull out the choke knob. 4. Ensure gear lever is in the central or neutral position. 5. Twist throttle handle 10 degrees to low throttle setting. 6. Pull starter cord. Push choke in as soon as motor starts. Do not continue to pull starter cord with the choke out as this will flood the engine. To engage gears move gear lever forward or back at low idle revs. To stop outboard press red button. It is easier to operate the motor with left arm. Always have Swift tender alongside for easy access when manoeuvring or anchoring. Have the tender behind the vessel at full length ONLY when towing. Tender The Swift inflatable is also a liferaft for Latitude Lady. It has three separate compartments, one in each side and one forward, with air filler caps should they require refilling. The air pump is in the head forward cupboard. Do not over inflate. If the hulls are inflated with cold air at night they will expand in the heat of the day. When opening the valve caps always ensure the plastic surround does not turn. If this is loose a washer inside the hull can be displaced, causing loss of pressure. If your Swift deflates contact Base because further use will puncture the bladder and cause further damage.

22 Page 21 Emergency Procedures Emergency Procedures Latitude Lady has a number of safety features which include: Liferaft The inflatable is also your liferaft. Handheld flares and other liferaft emergency equipment are stowed under the centre seat. Lifejackets Are stowed in the locker in the port companionway. Safety Equipment Flares, V-Sheet etc. are in the locker in the port companionway. Fire Extinguishers There are four dry chemical types on board. Fuel Shut-Off * The fuel shut off valves are located in the port engine box beside the hotwater service and in the starboard bathroom beneath the circular hatch cover in the floor next to the toilet pan. * These valves must be closed if there is a fire in the engine room.

23 Latitude 1035 Latitude Lady Page 23 Inventories (Removable) Galley Inventory Baking Dish 1 BBQ Lighter 1 Bottle Opener 1 Bowls - Dessert 6 Blankets Light/Winter 3/3 Can Opener Jag/Winding 1/1 Clothes Pegs and Container Yes Coffee Plunger 1 Colander 1 Corkscrew 2 Cutting Board 2 Forks 6 Fork Large 1 Frypan 1 Garlic Press 1 Glasses Wine Goblets 6 Glasses Tumblers 6 Glasses Flutes 6 Grater 1 Kettle 1 Knives Bread/Carving 1/2 Knives Dinner 6 Knife Vegetable 1 Masher 1 Measuring Jug 1 Mixing Bowls 2 Mugs 6 Pillows 6 Plates - Dinner 6 Plates Bread & Butter 6 Salad Servers 1 Saucepans S,M,L, Steamer Yes Sealed Containers 6 Serving Trays 2 Sink Plugs 5 Spoons - Dessert 6 Spoon Serving/Wooden 1/1 Sugar Bowl/Jug 1 Tea Pot 1 Teaspoons 6 Toilet Brush 3 Tongs Stainless 2 Vegetable Peeler 1 Whisk 1

24 Latitude 1035 Latitude Lady Page 24 Inventories (Removable) Vessel Inventory 100 Magic Miles Yes 240 Volt Lead Yes Anchor Winch Handle Yes Binoculars Yes Boat Hook Yes Buckets 2 Charts (252, 254, 825) Yes Cockpit Cushions 3 Deck Brush/Broom Yes Dinghy Pump Yes EPIRB Yes Fenders 6 Fire Extinguishers 4 First Aid Kit and Vinegar 1 Flares and Emergency Container Yes Garden Hose Yes Leadline Yes Life Jackets 6 Life Ring Yes Linen as Required Yes Man Overboard Light Yes Mooring Lines 4 Pencil/Dividers/Parallel Ruler Yes Spare Water Container Yes Tide Tables Yes Toolbox and Spares Yes Torch and Spare Battery Yes Vessel Manual and Radio Sheet Yes Wet Weather Jackets 6 Dinghy Inventory Paddles 2 Fuel Tank and Container 1 Dinghy Anchor 1 Dinghy Bailer 1 Flares 3 Painter Line 1 Sheer Pins Yes