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Navigating Your Ranger Tug
A Complete Guide to Powering Up, Navigating, and Managing Onboard Systems
Created by the knowledgeable crew at Boat Specialists, the following video serves as a comprehensive reference for operating your Ranger Tug with ease and confidence. Whether you're preparing for departure, managing onboard systems, or ensuring proper power-down procedures, this step-by-step guide will help you navigate seamlessly.
✅ Start-up Procedure:
Learn how to disconnect from shore power, activate the breaker panel, and prepare for departure.
✅ Secondary Systems:
A deep dive into onboard essentials, including air conditioning, water systems, refrigeration, power management, macerator operation, and more.
✅ Getting Underway:
Master Garmin/autopilot operation, trim tabs, bow thrusters, and helm controls to navigate efficiently.
✅ "Standby" & Power-down
Understand power management while at anchor or docked, inverter vs. shore power usage, and the correct shutdown procedures.