MJM Yachts 36z Express - Manual (Page 62)

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7 - Turn ON Operating Equipment and Instruments
Turn on ELECTRONICS (VHR, Radar, GPS, Plotter, Autopilot, Depth), TRIM
TABS, WIPERS, FRESH WATER PUMP (to operate windshield washer) and
HORN.
8 - Check Lights
If the boat is to be operated after sunset or in reduced visibility or fog, TURN on
NAVIGATION LTS, SEARCHLIGHT, FLIR and check that they are working.
9 - Start Engine
See Sections 3 & 4 of this Owner’s Manual for specific
instructions on operating the engine and joystick control.
10 - Check Joystick, Steering and Trim Tab Function
With the engine controls in Neutral, push the left button under the Yanmar-Penta
joystick and listen for a confirming beep. Briefly test its operation with a slight tap
in any direction.
Make sure that no one is on the foredeck or handling a dock-line
when this test is performed. Also check that the trim tabs are working properly,
and that the steering turns smoothly.
11 - Final Checks
Before departing, make sure the engine and house batteries are being charged.
(Note: by design, there is a delay between starting the engine and alternator
charging.) Make sure your navigation plans have been prepared and that all
equipment is functioning (even that which you don’t necessarily intend to use).
Check your fuel and water levels. Be sure the anchor is secured with a safety
tether if running at speed in waves.
12 - Casting Off
When you are confident that everything is in order, cast off all dock lines and
when maneuvering with the joystick remember that a light steady touch on the
joy stick is usually sufficient to move the boat in the direction desired. To apply
more torque, push the righthand button after pushing the left hand button under
the Joystick.
CAUTION when moving sideways, twist the knob only about halfway to the
stops so that the twisting action doesn’t override the sideways configuration,
causing the drives to return to center.