8.4 STOP OF PROPULSION ENGINES

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 inner helm station

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

CAUTION

With engines stopped carry out following:

• Disconnect all unnecessary electric utilities 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 the engine room extractor running for about 30 minutes, for ventilation and air cooling.

From fly helm station and/or third station

• Set levers (1) and (2) to central idle position of gear box.
• Press the STOP buttons (3) and (4) on the engine control panels.
• Go to inner helm station and turn keys (5) and (6) 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.