5.13 STOP OF PROPULSION ENGINES

Operation
Do not immediately stop the engines after a full-load operation, but let them run low (about 5 minutes) to balance the temperature differences.

From the main helm station

• Set levers (1) and (2) to central idle position of gear box.
• Press the (3) and (4) STOP buttons on the engine control panels.
• Turn the keys (5) and (6) to OFF.
• Disconnect magneto-thermal switches relevant to the start keys of both engines.

From starboard and port manoeuvre stations

• Set levers to central idle position of gear box.
• Press the STOP buttons.
• Go to the inner helm station and turn the keys to OFF.
• Disconnect magneto-thermal switches relevant to the start keys of both engines.
  

DANGER

Make sure that the engines cannot be started by unauthorized staff.

CAUTION

With engines stopped carry out following:

• Disconnect all unnecessary electric uses and check the general status of the switchboard as well as the voltmeters and ammeters indications;
• Check the switches of the bilge pumps and their regular operation;
• Check for possible leaks from the shaft lines seals;
• Rinse the yacht with fresh water;
• Connect the shore electric power supply;
• Keep air extractors in the engine room running for about 30 minutes for ventilation and air cooling.

Before leaving the yacht, check following:

• Lower deck lights are not powered;
• Ensure that navigation lights, swinging spotlights and external lights are not supplied;
• Instruments not in use (plotter, radio, anchor winch, etc.) Are not powered;
• Ensure that devices in use are powered (automatic bilge pumps);
• Ensure that the shore plug is properly connected and the cable cannot be damaged;
• Disconnect battery breakers;
• Ensure that the safety equipment (life jackets, boathook, torches, etc.) Are stowed properly;
• Ensure that all bottles and containers with flammable liquids are properly sealed;
• Make sure that no food residues are left around (they could rot or clog scuppers etc.);
• Ensure that the gangway is in the right position and properly fastened;
• Ensure that mooring is correct (in case of bad weather conditions, tighten the mooring lines as much as possible and check the distance from other yachts is appropriate; ensure fenders are properly fastened, etc.);
• Ensure that sea water intakes are closed;
• Ensure that lower deck compartments are properly closed.
  

Unattended mooring
If the yacht is moored and left unguarded, operate as follows:

• Close sea cocks and overboard drain valves of sea water circuits;
• Check the condition of the main electrical panels and disconnect all unnecessary uses;
• Check all on board compartments, portholes, skylights and bilge;
• Ensure the yacht is safely moored.

CAUTION

It is advisable to disconnect the electric plug from shore, especially if the yacht is left unguarded for a long period. It is necessary to recharge the batteries periodically. Overboard outlets and drain pipes should be regularly checked, in order to ensure good buoyancy. The electric system should be regularly checked, in order to prevent fires on board.