Aventura La Terza Vita Manual
Aventura La Terza Vita is a versatile sailing vessel designed for enjoyable and safe journeys on the water. Its features include a spacious layout with comfortable accommodations for up to 8 passengers, ensuring a pleasant experience for all aboard. The boat is equipped with a reliable Universal 3cyl diesel engine, providing ample power for smooth sailing. It also boasts advanced navigational instruments and electronics, such as a depth sounder, GPS, and VHF radio, enhancing your ability to navigate confidently.
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La Terza Vita
Boat Manual
BOAT CODE
C34
SLIP
C92
NOTE: SAIL IN REVERSE
MAXIMUM CAPACITY: 8 PASSENGERS
Violation Will Result In Suspension of Members Certification and Charter Privileges
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Engine
Dipstick
Engine Hour Meter
Fuel Gauge
Ignition Switch
Glow Button
Throttle
Shift
Engine Start
Engine Stop
Electrical & Electronics
Electrical Control Panel
Batteries
Battery Switches
Battery Charging
Monitoring Batteries
Electronics
Navigation Instruments
Stereo & Satellite Radio
Sails
Jib
Main
Tankage
Water Tanks
Fuel Tank
Holding Tank
Head
Operation
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Table of Contents
General Notes
Stove & LP Tank
Bilge Pump
Shower Sump Pump
Hot Water Heater
Refrigerator
Inventory
Boat Equipment 5
Aventura Chartering
Policy & Procedures P1-P21
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Name
Code
Slip
Boat Manual
La Terza Vita
C34
C92
Radio Call Sign
Make
Documentation No.
Length
Beam
Draft
La Terza Vita
Catalina
1043363
34 Feet
11’- 9”
6’- 0”
Use this information along with the Discrepancy Report and the Basic Course Syllabus
Type
Engine
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Universal 3cyl diesel (M25 x P) Located under the companion way steps; lift up and out to remove upper steps, cover panel and lower steps
Dipstick
Located low on the Starboard side of engine below the air intake
NOTE:
After checking oil level be sure that the dipstick is fully seated in its tube!
Engine Hour Meter Cockpit Control Panel in the RPM gauge.
Fuel Gauge
Ignition Switch
Cockpit Control Panel
Cockpit Control Panel (Key)
Glow Plug
Throttle
Shift
Engine Start
Stop Engine
Turn the ignition key to the right and hold for 40 seconds.
Starboard side of the Helm/Pedestal
Port side of the Helm/Pedestal. In reverse, prop-walk is to port.
NOTE: Shift at idle speeds only!
Disconnect shore power.
1. Turn battery switch to “ON” (See: Batteries Switches)
2. Make sure “Shift” lever is in neutral.
3. Advance “Throttle” 50%.
4. Turn the ignition key to the right and hold for 40 seconds.
5. Push black START button on Cockpit Control Panel.
6. When engine has run for a few seconds the “Low Oil Pressure” alarm should stop buzzing. If buzzer continues to sound, STOP engine and check the oil level
(SEE: “Dipstick”). Call operations.
NOTE:
If engine does not start within 5 seconds of “cranking”, STOP and retry steps
4 & 5.
Engine kill handle located on Cockpit Control Panel. After engine has stopped, push handle back in, turn key to off position.
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Control Panel
Batteries
Battery Switches
Battery
Charging
Monitoring
Batteries
Electrical
Above navigation table.
Two batteries: Start and House. Start battery is a group 27 AGM located under the starboard settee cushion, near the forward bulkhead. The Start battery is electrically isolated from the House battery and will not draw down under loads of lights, refrigerator, etc. The House battery is an 8D AGM located under the aft settee cushion near the centerline. The House battery powers all boat systems.
Battery switch located on electrical control panel. Turn battery switch to “ON” to start engine and for lights, refrigeration, etc. Turn to “OFF” at end of charter. Use the combine switch position only in the event the Start battery has discharged and engine will not turn over, this links the House battery to the Start battery.
NOTE: Never Turn Any Battery Switch Off While Engine Is Running!
There are 2 methods for charging the batteries on board.
Shore Power:
1. Plug in Shore Power cord at the receptacle on the port aft side of the cockpit and the AC breaker switch is “ON” at the Dock Box.
2. Switch ON the AC “Master Breaker” located on electrical control panel.
3. Push ON the “Battery Charger” breaker button (if not already on) it will show all black when on, black & white when off.
NOTE: It is not necessary for battery switches to be “ON” for batteries to charge by this method. The Start batteries are charged simultaneously.
At the End of Charter, Please Leave Battery Switch “OFF.”
Charging Batteries with Engine:
1. Turn battery switch to “ON”.
2. Start the engine and run until it has warmed up.
3. Adjust the “Throttle” lever until the tachometer is between 1500 and 1800 rpm.
The Start and House batteries are charged simultaneously. After batteries are charged and engine turned off the Start battery is automatically isolated. Leave battery switch in the “ON” position.
NOTES:
• Batteries require 2 to 4 hours to recharge when charge levels are low.
• Monitor battery levels frequently (See: “Monitoring Batteries”).
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With battery switch “ON” press “Volt Read” switch located on electrical control panel.
NOTES:
• Monitor battery levels frequently when using 12 volt services! Charge when voltage reads 12.2.
• Never turn any battery switch off while engine is running!
• After charter, plug in shore power and leave battery switch on “OFF” and battery charger “ON” (see above).
Navigation
Instruments
Stereo &
Satellite Radio
Jib
Main
Water Tanks
Fuel Tank
Holding Tank
Electronics
To activate the helm instruments:
On the electrical control panel toggle on the “NAVIGATION/COMMUNICATIONS” switch.
Power button for stereo is at upper right. Set station to 97.9 to listen to Sirius
Satellite Radio. Power button button for Sirius unit is at its upper right.
Sails
The jib is a 120 Genoa on a roller furling rig.
NOTE: Do not release the jib halyard brake located on the port side of the companionway hatch.
Halyard leads aft towards cock pit on the starboard side of companionway. Remove halyard from lower shroud, starboard, connect shackle to head of sail and hoist from cockpit. Be sure the main halyard runs inside of Lazy Jack lines before raising the main.
Topping Lift: is cleated to the forward section on the port side of the boom (blue and red coded line)
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Tankage
Tank 1: Located in compartment below the helm, holds 43 gallons. The fill fitting is located outboard starboard, aft (no key required).
Tank 2: Located on starboard side under the Dinette Settee and holds 28 gallons.
The Fill fitting is located outboard starboard, midship.
Tank Selector valves (white) are located under galley sink lower compartment.
Tank Capacity 23 gallons. The tank is located under the port lazarette.
Fuel filler cap located outboard port, aft.
NOTES:
Remove fill cap slowly and hold it firmly so as not lose it overboard should the tether line break. Do Not Leave Fuel Filler Nozzle Unattended When
Fueling!
Located under port settee. Capacity: 27 gallons
The pump out cap is located on the port side, midship, outboard.
To Empty Holding Tank While Out at Sea:
1. Locate and open thru-hull port settee, aft.
2. Locate macerator switch on electrical control panel and turn on.
3. Above thru-hull is a black macerator power button, press and hold until tank is empty (runs free).
4. Check tank by knocking on it towards the bottom to hear if it sounds hollow.
5. Close thru-hull.
6. Turn off macerator switch on electrical control panel
NOTE: On Discrepancy Report note that Zip-Tie has been cut. Staff will install new tie.
Flush Procedures
Flush
Direct Overboard
Head
1. On the right side of the bowl is the pump handle. On the front of the pump is a selector valve for “WET” or “DRY” Flush”.
2. With the selector set to “WET” pump handle to fill the bowl.
3. With the selector set to “DRY” pump handle until the bowl is empty.
4. Always leave the selector to “DRY”position to avoid flooding.
NOTE: NO TOILET PAPER IN THE HEAD. Please use the small waste basket and dispose of Toilet Paper properly on shore. Nothing goes in the bowl that has not been consumed!
NOTE: Operate Only When 3 Miles Out At Sea
1. Locate “Y” valve in Navigation station cabinet and turn handle so that the flow goes out to sea. Handle is labeled so that “Closed” points to the hose not being used.
2. Open thru-hull located in front of Y-valve in Navigation station cabinet .
3. Use head and flush; the same directions apply as in the previous section
“Flushing Procedures”.
4. Close the thru-hull
5. Return “Y” valve so the flow goes to “Tank”
NOTE: On Discrepancy Report note that Zip-Tie has been cut. Staff will install new tie.
Stove
Bilge Pump
Shower Sump Pump
Hot Water Heater
General Notes
To operate the stove:
1. Turn on the propane tank located under the helm seat by turning valve on top of the tank counter clockwise until valve is fully open.
2. Make sure House Battery switch is ON.
3. Located “LP” “Gas Valve” on Electrical Control Panel, turn on.
4. On the stove select the burner knob to be used, light with match (no ignition button)
NOTES: If burner does not light, check tank for contents should weigh about
35 lbs full. When Stove Is Not In Use And At The End Of Cruise, Turn Off All
Switches And Valves!!!
Manual Bilge Pump: located under the Helm seat on the port side. The pump handle to the manual bilge is located in the boat bag
Automatic Bilge Pump: Switch is located on the Electrical Control Panel.
Turn on switch located on the Electrical Control Panel labeled ”WATER
PRESSURE/ SHOWER PUMP” to run sump and fresh water pump.
An activation switch for the sump pump is located in head, turn on when needed.
NOTE: Be sure to open the thru-hull located under the sink in the head to drain overboard before operating pump.
Engine must be running to use.
Refrigerator
Monitor voltage when using refrigerator when anchored or moored; charge batteries at 12.2 volts (see Battery Charging).
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Item
Air Horn
Anchors
Bell
Boat Hook
Bilge Pump Handle
Canvas
Deck Key
Emergency Tiller
Fenders
Fire Extinguishers
First Aid Kit
Flashlights
Life Jackets
Life Sling
Radar Reflector
Signal Flares
Tool Kit
VHF Radio
Winch Handles
Inventory
Qty Location
1 Boat Bag
2
Bow Anchor in Bow Anchor Locker
Stern Anchor mounted to stern rail, aft.
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1 Starboard aft cabin shelf
1 In Boat Bag
4 Winch covers
2 Combing compartment covers
1 Cockpit Control Panel cover
3 Dodger covers
1 Mainsail cover
4 Grab Rail covers
Use winch handle
1 In port lazarette
2 1 flat fender port, 1 starboard
1 Aft cabin bulkhead
1 Above navigation station bulkhead
1 V-Berth bulkhead
1 Navigation Station shelf
1 Boat bag and/or navigation station
8 Port Lazarette
1 Mounted to stern rail.
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4 Boat Bag
2 1 Above the Electrical Control Panel, 1 Under the forward dinette settee
1 Navigation station
3 Boat Bag
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