Ocean Experience REGAL II Operation Manual

Manual is about: 53’ OCEAN FLUSH DECK MOTORYACHT

Summary of REGAL II

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    Regal ii 53’ ocean flush deck motoryacht operations manual volume 1.

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    R e g a l i i operations manual thank you for chartering regal ii. Please take care of her as you would your home and she will treat you well. Some of the furniture on board the regal ii is high quality antique or leather furniture and should be treated with respect..

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    Your home away from home has been made as comfortable as possible and all or any suggestions which will improve your boating experience is welcomed by the owners by communicating with ayc. Please note: regal ii requires 50amp/220 shore power service or generator to be fully functional. When requesti...

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    Table of contents introduction and general boat description .............................. Sec 1 boat specifications .................................................................. Sec 2 operating checklist.................................................................. Sec 3 boating safety tip...

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    Partial new exterior fiberglass work new bbq on bridge new anchor and anchor line new 50 amp shore power connector/splitter new wiring on bridge for several components new macerator and associated thru hull and wiring rebuilt heads new satellite tv system new vhf antennas planned for 2008 prior to c...

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    New wallpaper in aft double stateroom rebuilt bow thrusters new bow thruster joy stick control on fly bridge cruising speed: 10 knots @ 1000 rpm 12 knots @ 1200 rmp 14 knots @ 1400 rpm 16 knots @ 1600 rpm 18 knots @ 1800 rpm 20 knots at 2000 rpm.

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    Quick tips: regal ii requires 50 amp power or generator power for all systems to operate. Wall heaters are made operable by turning on the switches for the heating and air conditioning on the electrical panel cruiseaire must be set to a low temperature if using the wall heaters – otherwise power con...

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    All toilets on board are flushed by pushing the green button on the vanity. The exception is the bunk stateroom. Push down on the pedal to flush, raise with your foot to fill the bowl. It is best to have the holding tank pumped every other day, or overboard if in canadian waters. Roche harbor and fr...

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    1 introduction and general boat description we, the owners thought you might enjoy the experience regal ii encountered to bring her to anacortes. This a brief overview of that experience. In october, 2006, regal ii was purchased on lake michigan. The owners solicited transport bids through yachtworl...

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    2 we authorized winterization of the yacht by the local marina knowing the boat was going to have to travel during the winter and all mechanical systems needed to be secured for cold weather. This was done and the boat was put in storage awaiting our next transportation company. We contracted with a...

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    3 ocean 53 flushdeck motoryacht axi volume motor yacht introduced in 1988 upheld the ocean tradition of luxury and performance. This yacht is an expansive four stateroom, four head with a small aft deck for assistance in handling mooring lines. The boat was originally built with a full beam salon or...

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    4 the master stateroom has cedar lined hanging lockers and private access to the starboard head. Moving aft there are laundry and storage areas on the starboard side. To port is an upper and lower bunk stateroom accompanied with a private head. This area is also where you access the engine room. The...

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    5 moving aft on the starboard side are the fly bridge stairs and a very large wet bar complete with an ice maker. To port is the entertainment center and dining area. Moving aft is the spacious salon complete with a large l-shaped leather couch, a teak high-low table (additional dining space) and a ...

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    6 area and an entertainment center. The private master head is very spacious and also has a tub and shower unit. Forward of the master stateroom is an additional stateroom that can be utilized as either an office or a stateroom. It also has its own dedicated private head..

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    7 the fly bridge is a perfect place to entertain and run your vessel. There is ample room for guests and great visibility for the captain. A few of the amenities include two l-lounges, a new ice maker and wet bar added in 2007, a west marine grill new in 2007, a davit and tender (now moved to the sw...

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    8 engines & fuel system dual engine instrumentation at both stations includes: tachometer, voltmeter, oil pressure, gear pressure and engine temperature. The lower station has pyro meters and an hour meter. There are also oil pressure, gear pressure, and engine temperature gauges on both engines. • ...

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    9 • halon automatic fire suppression system • ideal acw electric windlass • galley maid jet heads • water & holding tank monitors • air conditioning-4 zones • cruise air heating – 4 zones • 4 electric wall heaters • 4 portable electric heaters electrical features she is serviced with the following e...

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    10 • kenmore side by side refrigerator/ freezer • sharp carousel convection microwave • garbage disposal • dishwasher fly bridge & deck features: her fly bridge and deck sport the following equipment and features. She has a beautiful fly bridge area that features l-shaped seating on both sides with ...

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    11 • bow storage locker • raymarine gps/chartplotter/depth sounder • bow staff • new west marine bbq electronics her helm assists the captain with the following electronics and features. The fly bridge features repeaters for the datamarine speed and depth gauges, the garmin chartplotter/ fish finder...

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    12 • salon sony satellite receiver • master stateroom hitachi tv • master stateroom sony vcr • master stateroom sony cd player • forward stateroom hitachi tv/satellite receiver • master stateroom sony satellite receiver • salon hitachi tv safety & miscellaneous gear the radar and satellite domes tha...

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    13 additional specs, equipment and information: builder/designer builder: ocean 53 motor yacht designer: d. Martin dimensions loa: 53' beam: 17' 2'' displacement: 64,000 lbs. Draft: 4'6'' bridge clearance: 16' 0'' engines engine(s): detroit diesels engine(s) hp: 750 each engine model: 8v92ti hours: ...

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    14 section 1 3 engine room & boat systems maintenance tips.

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    15 main engines the captain and/or owner must read through the manual for the main engines to find the proper specifications and intervals for preventive maintenance. All fluids must be checked and filled to proper levels as needed before each cruise. A visual inspection of the water pumps and belts...

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    16 air system air tank drained monthly. Air compressor oil changed yearly as per manufacture specifications. Bilge system should be checked daily for excess water. Must be cleaned if oil is present. Bilge pump and float switch checked weekly for proper operation. Bilge should be washed annually. Che...

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    17 metlife boat safety tips getting help on the water on the water, a minor problem can rapidly develop into a situation beyond your control. For this reason, let someone know even when you are experiencing relatively minor difficulties, before your situation turns into an emergency. The coast guard...

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    18 in addition to coast guard, coast guard auxiliary and commercial firms, others that may be available to assist you include a fellow boater, a local fire or police department, or another public agency. Keep in mind that a good samaritan, although well-meaning, may not have the equipment or skills ...

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    19 where to find stuff: all manuals for every system on board the boat are located in a black, soft sided box, located under the stairs to the fly bridge, immediately behind the lower helm seat area. Spare parts are located in the engine room in the cabinets behind each engine and in the cabinets on...

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    20 canvas enclosures for fly bridge and aft bridge should already be located in their respective installations. Fire extinguishers are mounted throughout the boat. In addition, kill switched for the engines are located at each helm. The engine room has an automatic halon fire system. Life jackets ar...

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    21 before you start when to refuel the tanks hold 700 gallons of fuel. The fuel gage is located in the center of the second row of instruments at the helm. The single gauge gives a reading for the entire system. Since instruments give an approximate reading, it is advisable to always maintain an ade...

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    22 hot water is provided in two different ways and holds a total of 30 gallons. Water is heated automatically by means of a heat exchanger hooked to the port engine – if you have been cruising for about an hour – you will have hot water not very hot, but warm. If you are plugged into shore power or ...

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    23 before you start the engine 1. Pre-start check list before you operate the vessel for the day, do an inspection of the mechanical systems and the engine room. Any problem is much easier and safer to fix while securely tied up at a dock, or at anchor, than it is while adrift. A. Main engine checko...

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    24 8) inspect the dacor fuel filters and make sure they are clear and do not have water accumulated in the bottom by shining the flashlight through the filter housing towards yourself. There are 2 filters per engine and 2 for the generator. If water is present, it may be drained out through the valv...

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    25 difficult to get started from the power panel. It is best to hold down the pre heat switch for a few seconds and continue to hold it down while pushing that generator start switch. Backup switches witches are inside the clear panel on the aft side of the generator. Before starting, make sure the ...

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    26 exhaust. If not, shut down the engines and redo the pre-start check. Note: the engines have electric intake air heaters that are used when the engines are cold and will cause the low voltage warning to sound. Press the “alarm reset” button as needed to turn off the warning. Setting the engines to...

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    27 then let engines idle for at least 5 minutes to cool down the turbos and fully lubricate the engine. Do not shut the main engines down immediately after running at cruising speeds. Cooling down will also help to avoid coolant boil over and vapor locks in the fuel line due to overheating. 2) note:...

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    28 c. Generator starting and use when shore power is unavailable, the generator can fully power the boat. It is a good idea to run the generator for at least an hour every day that you have not been connected to shore power. Monitor the battery voltage levels to determine how long to run the generat...

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    29 f. 12 volt system the 12-volt system runs the electrical systems necessary to operate the vessel. Bilge pumps, water pumps, electric toilets, navigation lights, house lights, refrigerator, electronics, etc. Are 12 volt systems. 12 volt battery power panel • turn on all 12v breakers on the far rig...

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    30 electric vacu-flush toilets it is critical that every member of the crew be informed regarding the proper use of marine toilets. Never dispose of paper towels, tampons, kleenex, sanitary napkins, household toilet tissue undigested food, etc., in the marine toilets. In the event of seasickness, do...

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    31 places to dump sewage and you must use the holding tank.) friday harbor and roche harbor have portable pumping boats available at a nominal charge to pump your holding tanks. Best practice for managing the holding tank is to always use it. Even if you are in an area that permits overboard dumping...

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    32 discontinue operation. 3. Never run macerator for lengthy periods or when holding tank is empty so to prevent pump burnout. (there is a spare macerator pump in the spares kit.) 5. Galley a. Stove top the stove top is powered by the breaker on the 110volt panel. You must have at least 50 amp shore...

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    33 6. Heating and air conditioning a. Cruisaire heat/ac the heating and air conditioning system uses considerable 110v ac current even though it is an efficient heat pump. You will need to use the generator or shore power when using this system. Only 1 zone can be run when plugged into 30 amp shore ...

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    34 11. Radar - .125 – 24 nm range please refer to the furuno operator’s guide for more details. Note: radar is not a substitute for visibility and cannot display all obstacles or dangers . (example: it is impossible for radar to see the cable between a tug and its tow, or realize that that is the si...

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    35 directions. Although effective, it puts more strain on the drive train than using one engine at a time. You can almost always attain the desired results by alternate use of engines or alternating directions on a single engine. However, when safety is an issue, use engines however you need to, but...

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    36 13. If towing a dinghy, stop when convenient to move dinghy to towing position. 14. Verify your position and desired direction on the charts. 15. Verify that engines are up to operational temperature before slowly accelerating to desired cruising speed. 16. Have a great and safe trip! 17. Windlas...

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    37 3. The second windlass breaker is in the lower left part of the 12 volt panel. 4. Always use proper anchoring procedures when anchoring. (see chapman’s) 5. Bring boat to complete stop before lowering anchor. 6. Pay out sufficient scope before setting anchor. Allow for high winds during the night....

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    38 minimize windlass strain and anchor swinging. 3. Care should be taken that anchor does not swing into bow. 4. Stop the windlass when the anchor shank reaches the roller. Make sure the anchor is aligned to have the points down. Carefully raise the anchor shank over the roller until the chain is sn...

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    39 • never allow anybody to be directly underneath the dinghy when it is being hoisted or lowered. • only use the hoist in calm water. Do not hoist the dinghy up or down while regal ii is rocking. A. Off-loading dinghy – located on swim platform preparation – new in 2007. 1. Get hoist control cable ...

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    40 no heavy gear or people should be in the whaler when it is being moved on or off regal ii. Excess gear could overload the hoist or cause failure. The hoist is heavy machinery and is inherently dangerous. All precautions must be followed to avoid damage and/or serious injury. Make sure your crew k...

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    41 7. Open breather screw on gas tank. Pump squeeze pump until it is firm. Put on/off switch in on position. Pull out choke. Put throttle in start position. Put gear shift in neutral (or it will not let you start). 8. Make sure all passengers are sitting down before getting underway. 9. Pull all fen...

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    42 when approaching anchoring or docking destination: best practice is to secure the dinghy alongside regal ii near the stern or detach and send it ahead with a crew member. Do not tow into a harbor or anchorage unless you want to provide the entertainment highlight of the day to all onlookers! Stop...