Operating Instructions for "Kabi"
1
 Obtain keys from Bar to access Top Shed
2

Ensure the roller door is completely open or the canopy of Kabi will hit it.
3
 Check fuel tanks to ensure you have enough for the days work.
4

Turn ON power isolation switch (located inside of console on starboard side)
5
 Ensure drain bungs are in. (located plastic container on starboard side of motor)
6
 Raise motor before moving trailer.
7
 Connect trailer to vehicle then erect canopy.
8
 Ensure you have correct buoys. (3 Yellows and 3 pink)
9
 Wind boat off trailer using winch handle, do not let it spin madly as injury can occur if it hits you.
10
 Squeeze fuel line pressure bowl until hard before starting motor by turning key (do not use choke lever, all motors have auto choke)
11
 Allow motor to warm for 30 seconds before proceeding.
12
 Turn on GPS - (click here for more instructions) (nb. Track on GPS is only accurate when moving)
13
 Proceed to suitable location and take wind readings (allow 20 -30 mins for this).
14

Do radio check with Base and Fred

15
 Use Wind direction plotter sheet in folder under console decide on average wind direction and in conjunction with the protractor ascertain bearings to marks and back bearings.
16
 Confirm wind direction with Fred then proceed to start area to set line. (Drop start mark over starboard side and slowly tow with anchor until ready to drop).
17
 Set GPS Man overboard (MOB) while alongside Mark 3 (Start mark) (Refer GPS instructions)
18
Proceed to windward dropping Mark A (pink) at agreed distance from Mark 3 then to agreed distance for Mark 1. (Check that your back bearing on GPS to MOB is correct before dropping marks).
19

Using hand bearing compass select select a landmark to steer to for Mark 2. Proceed on this heading until bearing on GPS to MOB is the required bearing.
* Double check the bearing back to Mark 1 is correct then drom Mark 2
20
 Proceed towards Mark 3 until bearing to Mark A is correct then drop Mark B
21
 After last start dorp finish mark (pink) to leeward of Fred.
22
 Monitor fleet for any assistance required.
 

Retrieving Kabi from water.

1
 Proceed carefully back to boat ramp.
2
 Remember to raise motor before enterring shallow water.
3
 Ensure boat is straight on trailer before winching.
4

Return to Top Shed to wash and flush motor. Drop canopy, aerial etc.
Raise motor before unhooking from tow vehicle.
5
 Replace Top Shed keys back in Bar.

Well done, and thank you.

If you have any queries please ask for assistance during the morning that you are rosterred.