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Dear Hunter Owner

ongratulations and welcome to the Hunter family! As a Hunter owner, you will enjoy the quality and the

ttention to detail for which Hunter Boats are renowned. Hunter and your dealer are committed to your

rvice and total sati

This Operator’s Manual will acquaint you with the proper operation and maintenance of your new Hunter

oat, as well as boating safety, which is our primary concern, whether in ports or at sea.

The new boat warranty registration form you signed at the time of delivery will be sent to us by your dealer. This registers the one year warranty and establishes your contact information in our system. It will also

ctivate Hunter's Customer Satisfaction program nd enjoyment with your new Hunter. Within a few weeks of delivery you will receive a letter asking you to

omplete an online questionnaire primarily about your experience with the dealer. Several months later you

will receive a second letter asking you to evaluate the boat. We value your opinion and hope that you will

ake the time to complete both surveys.

As you already know, we work with the highest quality equipment manufacturers to supply the components for your boat. To receive full warranty coverage on all the individual components, such as engine and rig

ing, be sure to complete and return to the Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEM) warranty cards to

ctivate the individual warranties for these important components. You will find them in the owner's packet hat also contains the OEM manuals for this equipment. Please remember all the information contained in he OEM manuals supersedes the information contained in this manual.

, our effort to insure the highest level of satisfaction

Finally, if you are new to boating, be certain to learn the proper rules of seamanship to ensure the safety of

our passengers. Refer to Chapman's Piloting, Seamanship, and Small Boat Handling Manual for important

nd useful information concerning this aspect of boating. Attend a safe boating course offered by the United

States Coast Guard Auxiliary, United States Power Squadron, or any enterprise experienced in conducting

afe boating courses

Thank you for choosing Hunter. I am confident your new boat will provide you and your family with years of

njoyable boating.

Thanks from Hunter

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General Manager

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As the owner of a Hunter, you have chosen one of the finest boats money can bu

unter Corporation, is one of America’s oldest privately held boating companies. In February 1996 Hunter became an employee ownership company. We continue to be dedicated to giving you a quality boat that w of enjoyment whether you’re spending a day at the marina or cruising down a waterway. Performance, dependability,

afety, and comfort is more than just a catchy phrase at Hunter. It is the basis for every step of design and construction

to assure you of many pleasure-filled years of boating.

A Proud Herita

With every Hunter, three generations of experience combine with modern engineering and production techniques provide you one of the most affordable, full featured sailing boats in the industry today.

From the stem to the stern, every piece of equipment and its placement has been engineered to provide the most

easoned sailer with the best advantage on the water. Hunter has included everything to make ours the most complete a

vessel on the market today.

How to Use this Manual

any people read their operator’s manual from beginning to end when they first receive their new boat. If you do this, it will help you learn about the features and controls for your new boat. In this manual, you’ll find that pictures and words work together to explain things quickly.

ou years

able of Content

A good place to look for what you need is in the Table of Contents in the beginning of this manual. It is a list of the

hapters and the page number where you’ll find them.

Safety Warnings and Symbols

In Boating Safety section you will find a number of cautions, warnings, and danger symbols to tell you about things that could hurt you.

In this chapter we tell you where the hazards are. Then we tell you what to do to help avoid or reduce them. Please read this chapter carefully, to prevent yourself or someone else from possible injury.

Any questions regarding your Hunter ® or this manual contact Customer Service at

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-mail: customerservice@huntermarine.com 8am to 5pm EST) 1-800-771-5556

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1. Introduction

2. Documents and Forms

3. Warranty

4. Boating Safety

5. Sails and Rigging

6. Getting Underway

7. Maintenance

8. Glossary

Operator ’s Manual at a Glance

1. Introduction

2. Documents and Forms

3. Warranty

4. Boating Safety

5. Sails and Rigging

6. Getting Underway

7. Maintenance

8. Glossary

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Table of Contents

1. Introduction 1.

1.1 The Manual Packet 1.

1.2 Your Responsibilities 1.

1.3 Dealers Responsibilities 1.3

1.4

Information 1.

1.5 Equipment Manufacturer Manuals 1.4

1.7 H

1.8 Man

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nties 1.4

ll Identification Number 1.4

rtifications 1.4

ervice Parts and Repair 1.5

2. Documents and Forms 2.

ments and Forms overview 2.

ut of Water Inspection 2.4

In Water Inspection 2.4

re-Departure Checklist 2.5

ter Sailing Checklist 2.5

re-Delivery Service record 2.6

t Plan 2.

Fl Maintenance Log 2.8

. Limited Warranty 3.

Intentional Blank 3. Warranty Information 3.3

estrictions to Warranties

wner Information Card

Warranty registration 3.

ample Form Letter 3.

. Boating Safety 4.

4.1 Safety 4.

4.2 Carbon Monoxide Hazard 4.4

4.3 Other Dangers 4.1

4.4 Fire 4.1

4.5 Distress Signals 4.1

Lightning Illustration 4.14 Deck Arrangement 4.15 General Arangement 4.16 Dimensions and Capacities 4.17 Deck Hardware 4.18

5. Sails and Ri

.1 Main Rig Components 5. .2 The Mast .3 The Boom .4 The Sails .5 Reefing Instructions 5. .6 .7

pinnaker (Option) 5.

.8 Protecting your Rigging 5.4

Sailplans & Sail Specification 5.5 Standing Rigging Detail 5.6 Standing Rigging Details (Furling) 5.7 Mast Detail 5.8 Mast and Boom Detail 5.9 Spreader Detail 5.10 Main Sheet Detail 5.11 Reefing Layout 5.12 Vang Detail 5.13 Optional Spinnaker 5.14 Center Board Detail 5.15 Rudder And Tiller Detail 5.16 Trailering Detail 5.17

6. Gettin

Underway 6.

.1 Boarding your Boat 6.

.2 Launching 6.

.3 Getting Underway 6.3

.4 Returning to Port 6.4

.5 Emergency Operations 6.

7. Maintenance 7.

7.1 Maintenance Materials 7.

7.2 Exterior 7.

7.3 Mechanical Systems 7.4

7.4 Per

7.5 Storage and Lifting 7.

7.6 Fitting out after Storage 7.6

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This operator’s manual, along with your owner's packet, has been compiled to help you to operate your boat with

afety and pleasure. The Owner's / Operator's Manual

escribes basic safety information escribes some of the features of your boat; escribes the equipment on your boat ontains fundamentals of the use of that equipment; ontains fundamentals of the use of your boat

owever, please note that the information in this manual onl tion in the equipment manuals. The summaries are intended to be a convenient reference for daily use

EM manuals take precedence over the infor-

mation in the man This information does not give you a course in boating

afety, or how to navigate, anchor, or dock your boat.

perating a boat, sail or power, requires more skills,

nowledge and awareness than is necessary to operate

car or truck.

summarizes more detailed informa-

1.2 Your Responsibilities

lease keep this manual in a dry and secure but

rea

access

t all times! Make sure to hand over this manual

to the new owner if you decide to sell the boat If this is your first boat of this type or you are chang-

to a new boat you are not familiar with, please

nsure that you obtain han

rience before assuming command. For your safe-

, and the safety of your passengers you must

Take a course in Boating Safet Get instruction, or aid in the safe and proper handlin

of your boat;

Familiarize yourself and your passengers of the loca-

tions, and use of all safety, and essential operatin

quipment

e place and leave it on the boat

and operating expe-

nderstand and follow the rules of the road

Learn how to navigate a boat in all sea, and weather

onditions

egister your boat, contact state boating authorities,

or the marine dealer for the registration requirements. Boating Safety courses provide owners and operators

with the opportunity to gain knowledge and experience in a variety of skills

avigatio eamanship and boat handlin

les of the R

Knowledge of federal, state, and local regulations

eather predictio afety at sea urvival in bad weather espect for others on the water

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io communicati istress signals endering assistance to others se of lifesaving equipmen

llution control

Knowled

eaworthiness

eaving or approaching a dock moorin

Beaching the boat and shallow water operations Towing and being towe

andling mooring lines and tying u rocedures for emergencies including fire, flooding,

ollision, and medical emergencies, etc

Even when your boat is categorized for them, the sea and wind conditions corresponding to the design categories A, B, C, or D (see the design category example at the end of this section.) can range from strong gale to

evere conditions where only a competent, fit and trained rew handling a well maintained boat can safely operate

e would

oncerning our manuals. Did you find the information helpful? Was the information delivered in a clear precise manner? Was the information thorough enough to help

ou with your new boat? Please call us at (386) 462-

077 to speak to our Manual Department, if you have

uestions, or comments, concerning the manual. Please note, this department does not have design or warranty information you will need to contact those departments for

e of the boat and its systems

and we

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An orientation in the general operation and mechanical

stems of your boat;

Sea and wind conditions for which a boat is assessed by the International Standard to be suitable, provided the craft is correctly handled in the sense of good seamanship and operated at a speed appropriate to the prevailing sea state.

Design Category A (“ocean”) Category of boats considered suitable to operate

in seas with significant wave heights above 4 m and wind speeds in excess of Beaufort Force 8, but excluding abnormal conditions, e.g. hurricanes.

Design Category B (“coastal”) Category of boats considered suitable to operate

in seas with significant wave heights up to 4 m and winds of Beaufort Force 8 or less

Design Category C (“inshore”) Category of boats considered suitable to operate

in seas with significant wave heights up to 2 m and a typical steady wind force of Beaufort Force 6 or less.

Design Category D (“sheltered waters”) Category of boats considered suitable to operate

in waters with significant wave heights up to and including 0,30 m with occasional waves of 0,5 m height, for example from passing vessels, and a typical steady wind force of Beaufort 4 or less.

REF: EN ISO 12217

An explanation of the Hunter CSI Program and Hot Alert process for same.

A cop

the Product Delivery Service Record form”

ompleted by you and the dealer during your inspection

of the boat A review of all warranty information and how to obtain

warranty service;

he complete Owner’s Packet

If you do not receive these materials, forms, or information, or

ou have any questions contact your dealer, or

all 1-800-771-5556

1.4 Sources of Information

In North America, contact one of the following for Boating courses

.S. Coast Guard Auxiliar .S. Power Squadron anadian Power and Sail Squadrons ed Cross tate Boating Offices

Yacht Clubs

ontact your dealer or the Boat/U.S. Foundation at 1-

00-336-2628

1.3 Dealer's Responsibilitie

In addition to a pre-delivery check and service of your boat, your dealer should give to you

A description and demonstration of the safety systems,

eatures, instruments, and controls of your boat

utside of North America, contact your boat dealer,

or your government boating agency for assistance

unter recommends that you read the followin iloting, Seamanship and Small Yacht Handlin

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otor Yacht and Sailin

.O. Box 2319, FDR Statio

New York, NY 1000 The Complete Book of Maintenance and Repai

by Dave Kendall

oubleday and Co. arden City, NY 1153

leasure Yachting and Seamanshi

.S. Coast Guard Auxiliar

Wilson Road Oaklands

Newark, DE 1971

1.5 Equipment Manufacturer Manuals

unter purchased various equipment and components from other manufacturers and installed them on your boat while it was being built. Examples include the engines, pumps, and the rigging. Most OEMs (Original Equipment

anufacturers) have provided operation and maintenance manuals for your boat’s equipment. Keep OEM manuals with your Hunter Operator's Manual in a safe and access new owner if you sell your boat.

e place. Be sure to pass them along to the

info can be found in the Warranty section, chapter 3 of

perator's Manual.

the

1.7 Hull Identification Number (HIN)

The "Hull Identification Number" l aft side, is the most important identifying factor, and must be included in all correspondence and orders. Failure to include it creates dela the engine serial numbers and part numbers when writing about or ordering parts for your engine. Refer to the

ngine manufacturers manuals for locations of engine

serial numbers, and record them for future reference

s. Also of vital importance are

n the star

-HUNPCXXXDXX

Hull Number format

US” - country origin, “HUN” - Manufacturer, “C” - length

ode, “XXX” - hull number, “D” - month code, “X” - year ode, “XX” - model year

1.8 Manufacturers Certifications

As a boat manufacturer, Hunter builds their products to

uidelines established under the Federal Boat Safety Act

f 1971. The act is promulgated by the U.S. Coast Guard who has authority to enforce these laws on boat manufacturers that sell products in the United States. Hunter

nsures that all of it's products comply with these laws.

NOTE: The OEM manuals take precedence over the Hunter Operator's Manual. If information in the Hunter Operator's Manual differs from that in the OEM manuals,

follow the information in the OEM manuals.

1.6 Warranties

Nearly all OEM equipment has its own limited warranties. Warranty registration cards are in your Operator’s

acket.

Locate and read the individual warranties; put them together for easy, future reference.

For international owner's; your warranty can be found in

our CE compliant Owner's Manual.

For U.S. and non-EU compliant countries, your warrant

The NMMA, National Marine Manufacturers Association, provides Hunter with a third part NMMA is an organization that represents the marine industry and assists manufacturers, boat dealers, marinas, repair yards and component suppliers in areas of

islation, environmental concerns, marine business

rowth, and state and federal government agency interaction. The third party certification that Hunter participates in, uses well known Standards and Recommended

ractices of the ABYC, American Boat and Safety Council.

We at Hunter participate extensively in the ABYC, which is all non-profit, and develops and publishes voluntary standards and recommended practices for boat and equipment design, construction, service and repair. W e utilize all appli-

le ABYC standards in the construction of Hunter

Finally Hunter sells their products worldwide, and as such must conform to the various rules and regulations required by other countries. Most notably are the ISO

certification. The

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standards in Europe which require the application of the

E (Common European) mark. This mark, much like the NMMA certification here in the U.S., gives you the boat owner specific information concerning your boat.

1.9 Service, Parts, and Repair for your Boa

When your boat needs serviced, parts, or repair, take it to an authorized Hunter deal-

r. To find a dealer in your area call 800-771-5556, r internationally you can call 01-305-82460

T o find repair and parts facilities for the equipment installed

n your boat, refer to the manual for that component.

If a problem is not handled to

iscuss any warranty related problems directly with the service manager of the dealership or your sales person. Give the dealer an opportunity to help the service department resolve the matter for you.

If a problem arises that has not been resolved to your satisfaction by your dealer, contact Hunter at 800-771-

556, and the appropriate customer service department

information will be provided to you.

our satisfaction

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The

ACCIDENT REPORT

our Hunter dealer completes the

(Fig. 2.1) before you take delivery

our boat. It is the dealer’s responsibility to both you

and to Hunter to give your boat a final inspection. The purpose of this inspection is to assure proper adjustment and operation of the entire vessel. Your dealer should provide you with the Pre-Delivery Inspection Report at the time of delivery.

unter will not pay warranty costs for items that should

ave been covered in the pre-delivery service inspection

and recorded on the Pre-Delivery Inspection Report.

wners must coordinate with the dealer to insure

unter warranty registration is completed and returned to Hunter Inserted at the end of this

ou will find helpful.

se theBOAT RECORD (Fig. 2.2) to record all important information about your boat and its equipment. After

our dealer has recorded all the information, remove the record from your Owner’s Manual and store in a safe place. Do not keep this

LOAT PLAN (Fig 2.4) provides a record of your destination, departure and return times, boat description, passenger list, and other information about the trip

ou have planned. At the bottom of the form is space for listing emergency phone numbers in case your return is delayed past the expected time. It also has space for indicating information about the person filing the report. Leave the completed form ashore with a responsible person. We recommend you make several copies of this form each boating season to make sure you have a good

upply.

orm aboard your boat

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You can

oast Guard Boating Safety Hotline at 1-800-368-5674.

You must 48 hours after an accident resulting in one of the followin

A person disappears from a vessel under circumstances that indicate death or injur

ersonal injury requiring medical treatment beyond first

amage to the vessel or property dama omplete loss of the vesse tate statutes determine whether you must file an

accident report in this case. An accident report must be

iled if the damage exceeds a threshold dollar value as

stablished by the states, the threshold is $100-$200.

all the Boating Safety Hotline (800-368-5647) to verify

the threshold for a particular state.

Note: State and local agencies may also have accident reporting requirements. Check with local enforcement agencies or with your local Hunter dealer regarding local requirements.

All Hunter boats are built in compliance with applicable

nited States Coast Guard regulations and recommen-

tions at the time of construction.

unter boats comply with the standards developed by

the National Marine Manufactures Association (NMMA)

or its Boat Certification Program.

et more copies of the report by calling the U.S.

ile this report with the U.S. Coast Guard within

AINTENANCE LOG (Fig 2.5) helps to keep main-

tenance records in one place. Using this log will allow

ou to track maintenance work that has been completed and to determine when maintenance is required. Your dealer will also find this information helpful. If you decide to sell your boat, the maintenance record will make your

oat seeable because it tells prospective buyers that you

have taken good care of your boat

having a boating accident, but boating accidents do happen. You must file an accident report after a boating accident just as you must file an accident report after an automobile accident. A copy of the U.S. Coast Guard Accident Report is included at the end of this section.

The locator drawings will help you find the location of devices and equipment

NOTE: Efforts have been made to make the drawings in this manual consistent with production. However, in the effort to improve this vessel, modifications have been made in the design that may date some of the drawings in this manual.

n the next few pages you will find sample forms

or some of the issues dealing with your new boat.

Familiarize yourself with these forms, use them, they can

e very handy.

ocuments and Forms

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ngoing list of preventative maintenance items and safety check points. THIS LIST SHOULD NOT BE CONSID-

RED A COMPLETE SERVICE MANUAL OR THE ONLY ITEMS ON YOUR BOAT IN NEED OF ROUTINE MAINTE-

NANCE, INSPECTION OR A TTENTION. You will find that we address commonly found optional equipment items installed on Hunter boats, as well as most

standard equipment from Hunter Marine. Owner’s need to familiarize themselves with individual equipment manuals

n all such items, especially aftermarket purchases or optional equipment installed by your dealer or Hunter Marine.

This should insure that you are following the manufacturer’s recommendations for proper maintenance and up-keep. We stron

inspection before leaving the dock. To locate a Power Squadron in your area please visit < www.usps.org >.

eviewing and familiarizing yourself with the Chapman’s Piloting Manual is also highly recommended for ever routinely, dealing with adverse conditions, general boat handling and recommended safety equipment. Our opinion is that no boat owner should operate a boat without first reviewing this manual and with-

ut having ready access to it while sailing.

e hope that this list will be beneficial to you in your ongoing maintenance and upkeep. Safe boat-

ing!

ou will find a list of items and recommendations that we believe should be incorporated into your own

recommend that all owners complete a Power Squadron course followed with a complementary boat

boat owner. This manual contains demonstrations for safety drills which should be practiced

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A qualified Technician should be used if you are not completely confident in your ability to

ake repairs or inspections

Out of Water Inspection

Pre-launch inspection

Drain plug installed ___ Rudder swings easily ___ Rudder and post inspected for cracks and/or concealed damage (may require removing rudder

Tiller handle properly aligned, ﬁ ts securely and operational ___ Hull freshly cleaned and waxed (free of gelcoat damage) ___ Mooring, safety lines and fenders onboard and in good condition

Boat is free of internal and external water leaks above water line

(Failure to stop water intrusion could result in permanent damage or deterioration of structural coring materials, internal wiring and cause mildew and molding)

ast Assembly

___ Review manufacturers manual for maintenance and up-keep

Spreaders securely fastened ___ Mast and spreaders free of corrosion and stress cracks ___ Standing rigging and pins inspected for wear, tear, corrosion and cracking

Manual wind indicator installed on masthead ___ Headsail furling system installed inspected per manufacturers recommendatio ___ Running rigging inspected for wear and tea

Mast step stand-up blocks secured and operational ___ Main Sail, jib sail inspected for wear and tear ___ Speciﬁ ed pre-bend and diagonal tensions attained in mast. See mast owners manual

side Inspection

___ Canvas properly cleaned and installed ___ Rubrail sealed secured to hull

Load bearing hardware securely fastened. This includes but is not limited to chainplates, winches and handrail ___ Topside surface clean and free of gelcoat damag ___ Safety gear onboard readily available and up to date.

See Chapman’s Manual and US Coast Guard website at < www.uscg.mil >for details.

___ Boat owner’s manual onboard ___ Lower unit oil at full mark (per engine manual)

In Water Inspection

ockside inspection of Engine, Pre-start sequence and operating syste

___ Review engine manual for maintenance requirements and proper starting procedur ___ Air bled from fuel lines and syste

No fuel leaks at any ﬁ ttings ___ Throttle linkages smooth and operational

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Correct Idle rpm (per engine manual ____ Fuel level indicators operational ____ Throttle cable tension set properl

Shifter operation correct ____ No fuel / oil / water leaks on engin

Pre-departure Checklis

____ Check weather conditions and tide

Check food Suppl ____ Foul weather gea ____ Fuel

W ater ____ Sunscreen and sunglasses ____ T ool

Docking gea ____ Check radio operatio ____ Float plan to a friend or Coast Guard

Check steering lock to lock ____ Check mast for rigging irregularities and tightness ____ Halyards and sheets are ready to ru

no lines or obstructions near propeller or bow ____ Stow all loose gea

After Sailing Checklis

hen leaving your Hunter at the dock for more than a short time, it is a good idea to review the following checklist to make

ure everything is in order. This will help protect the various parts of your boat and add considerably to their attractiveness

and usable life.

Flake or furl mainsail and cover, or remove and ba ____ Remove and stow all portable deck hardware such as snatch blocks, winch handles, etc. ____ Secure the boom to the topping lifts and set it ﬁ rmly amidships with the main sheet purchase or remove rig comletely.

(It is also a good idea to rig a line from the steering wheel or tiller to a convenience cleat to keep the rudder from swinging back and forth with the motion of the water or employ the wheel brake if so equipped.)

____ Attach the shackle ends of all halyards to convenient ﬁ ttings and take up slack.

Coil and stow all lines.

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BEFORE LAUNCHING

1. Hull Side Clean and Gelcoat

2. Bright work clean and finish

3. Decks cleaned and gelcoat

4. Interior Finish

5. Upholstery clean and carpet in place

6. Bilge cleaned.

7. Bottom clean and paint

8. Both shafts turn freely

9. Engines and Generator intakes installed

10. All hull fittings sealed

11. All drain plugs tight, (hull, engines, generator, muffler)

12. Sacrificial Anodes installed

WITH BOATA

13. Hose test for cabin and window leaks

14. No water leaks at thru hull fitting with seacocks

15. No water leaks at shaft or rudder

16. With all switches offf

battery cable touched to post

17. All electrical equipment operating

including: horn( ); running light( ); bilge pump( )

18. ToiletT

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19. Water (pressure) system operates

20. Galley stove operates

21. With fuel tanks full, no fuel leaks at

fill pipes, overflow vent, or at any fuel line connections

22. With coupling disconnected, engine and

shaft alignment

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23. All engine wiring in good order & tight

24. Throttle control and cable travel

25. Clutch control and cable travel

26. Crankcase oil level at FULL mark

27. Reverse gear oil level at FULL mark

28. No fuel leaks in fuel lines, at fittings, at fuel filter, fuel pump

29. No engine water or oil leaks

30. Oil pressure and exhaust water flow

31. Idling speed set at 700-800 RPM

WAWWTERAA TEST BOATAA

33. Engine performance

34. Instruments are registering properly

35. TopT

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minute after warm-up

36. Boat performance

FINAL CHECK:

37. All accessory equipment operating

38. Carpets and drapes installed and clean

39. All loose equipment on boat

ready for new owner.

NO:________________________

INITIALS________

and is in proper adjustment

INSPECTION DATE:____________________A

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DEALERS SIGNATURE: _______________________________________________________ OWNERS SIGNATURE:A

A ___________________________________________________________

COMMENTS:______________________________ __________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________________

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Name of Operator____________________________________________________Age____________________

Address____________________________________________________________________________________

Phone______________________________________________________________________________________

Boat Make ________________________________ Model__________________________________

Length _______________________ Hull Color_________________Deck Color___________________________

Registration No._____________________________Home Port________________________________________

Radio frequencies____________________________________________________________________________

Equipment on Board, PFDs, Flares, Anchor ______________________________________________________

___________________________________________________________________________________________

Fuel Capacity ______________________________ Water Capacity____________________________________

Distinguishing Features________________________________________________________________________

____________________________________________________________________________________________

Departed from_______________________________________________________________________________

Date____________________________________________ Time________________________________________

Destination__________________________________________________________________________________

Stops_______________________________________________________________________________________

Estimated time of Arrival: Date_______________________Time________________________________________

Name, age, address and phone number of other persons on board:

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Chapman’s Piloting recommended operating techniques, maintenance inspections

and safety points for my particular boat length and type of sailing

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unter offers a limited warranty on every Hunter boat sold through an authorized Hunter

dealer. A cop

of this warranty is included here, and in your Operator's Manual. If for some rea-

on you are not able to understand, read, or view this manual, please contact your local dealer

for a replacement cop

We stand behind the quality of your boat with our limited warranty, which you should review.

To insure the operation and validit

of your limited warranty, please complete the attached card

and send it to us within ten (10) days of the purchase date. Section 15 of the U.S. Federal

oat Safety Act requires registration of a boat’s first owner. The warranty data should also be

e-corded in the space below for your own reference

The following warranties apply to all 2012 Model Year boats produced by

HUNTER MARINE CORPORATION:

LIMITED ONE-YEAR WARRANTY

unter Marine warrants to the first-use purchaser and any subsequent owner during the limited warranty period that any part manufactured by Hunter will be free of defects caused by faulty workmanship or materials for a period of twelve (12) months from the date of delivery to the first-use pur-

haser under normal use and service. During this period, as the sole and exclusive remedy, Hunter’s

obligation under the warranty is limited to the repair or replacement of any such defective part.

LIMITED FIVE-YEAR HULL STRUCTURE AND BOTTOM BLISTER WARRANTY

unter warrants to the first-use purchaser and any subsequent owner during the limited warranty period that the hull of each boat will be free from structural defects in materials and workmanship for a period of five (5) years from the date of delivery to the first-use purchaser under normal use

nd servi

This limited warranty applies only to the structural integrity of the hull and the supporting pan/grid or stringer system. Hulls, pan/grid or stringers modified in any way or powered with engines other than the type and size installed or specified by Hunter are not covered by this limited warranty. As the sole and exclusive remedy, Hunter’s obligation under the warranty is limited to repair or

eplacement of any such defective part.

OSS, OR CONSEQ

unter • Limited Warrant

unter also warrants to the first-use purchaser and any subsequent owner during the warranty

period that the boat will be free from

the keel and rudder, for a period of five (5) years from the date of delivery to the first-use

in purchaser under normal use and service. Durin

elcoat blistering on underwater surfaces of the hull, exclud-

this period, Hunter will supply or reimburse an

authorized Hunter dealer for all of the parts and labor required to repair a blistered underwater

urface of the hull. The labor cost reimbursement will be based on the Labor Allowance Schedule

stablished by Hunter from time to time, however if the repair is performed by a non-Hunter dealer, the repair cost must be authorized b number of hours as determined b bottom paint, stora

e, dockage, cradling rental, rigging and derigging, or other similar costs. It is

Hunter. Hunter will not pay transportation, hauling, launching,

recommended that the repair be done durin

Hunter in advance and be based on a reasonable

a seasonal haul out for service or storage.

PLEA

E KEEP THIS MANUAL IN A SAFE PLACE AND HAND IT OVER TO TH

NEW OWNER IF YOU SELL THE CRAFT.

ou should also complete the warranty cards for your engine, stove, head, electric water pump

and other accessories. These are enclosed in the manufacturers’ manuals that are packaged

with your owner’s manual

NTER EXPRESSLY DISCLAIMS THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF

ERCHANTA BILITY AND FITNESS. NEITHER HUNTER OR THE SELLING DEALER SHALL

A VE ANY RESPONSIBILITY FOR LOSS OF USE OF A BOAT, LOSS OF TIME,

NVENIENCE, COMMERCIAL L

UENTIAL DAMAGE

Hunter

These limited warranties do not cover:

(S)

Limited Warrant

The following circumstances will void the bottom blister limited warrant

1) If the gel-coat has been sanded, sandblasted, or subjected to abrasion or impact.

2) If the instructions provided in the Hunter Owner’s Manual are not followed according to unter’s required bottom preparation procedures.

ESTRICTIONS APPLICABLE TO WARRANTIE

1.) Paint, sealants, adhesives, window glass, Gelcoat, upholstery damage, plastic finishes,

ngines, engine parts, bilge pumps, stoves, blowers, pressure water pumps, propellers, shafts, udders, controls, instruments, keels and equipment not manufactured by HUNTER. Any waranty made and issued by the manufacturer of such items will be, if and where available, pro-

vided to the

irst use purchaser

2.) Problems caused by improper maintenance, storage, cradling, blocking, normal wear and

tear, misuse, neglect, accident, corrosion, electrolysis or improper operation

3) Boats used for commercial activities including charter.

THESE LIMITED WARRANTIES ARE YOUR SOLE AND EXCLUSIVE REMEDIES AND ARE EXPRESSLY IN LIEU OF ANY AND ALL OTHER REMEDIES AND WARRANTIES EXPRESSED AND IMPLIED, INCLUDING THE WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, WHETHER ARISING BY LAW, CUSTOM, CONDUCT, OR USAGE OF TRADE. SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW LIMITATIONS ON

W LONG AN IMPLIED WARRANTY LASTS, SO THE ABOVE LIMITATION MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU. IN THE

VENT THAT IMPLIED WARRANTIES ARE FOUND TO EXIST UNDER THE LAW OF A PARTICULAR STATE,

NOTWITHSTANDING THE EXCLUSION CONTAINED HEREIN, THE DURATION OF ANY SUCH IMPLIED WARRANTY SHALL BE LIMITED TO THE DURATION OF THE APPLICABLE LIMITED WARRANTY STATED

EREIN. THE PURCHASER ACKNOWLEDGES THAT NO OTHER REPRESENTATIONS WERE MADE T IM OR HER WITH RESPECT TO THE QUALITY OR FUNCTION OF THE BOAT. ANY ORAL STATEMENT OR

RINTED MATERIAL ADVERTISING THE BOAT W HICH SPEAKS TO ANY PERFORMANCE CHARACTERISTI

F THE BOAT OR ANY OF ITS COMPONENTS SHALL BE CONSIDERED AND CONSTRUED AS AN ESTIMATED ESCRIPTION ONLY AND SHOULD NOT BE RELIED UPON AS AN EXPRESS WARRANTY OR AS THE BASI F THE BARGAIN FOR THE BOAT OR ANY OF ITS COMPONENTS.

ANY CONSEQUENTIAL, INDIRECT OR INCIDENTAL DAMAGES WHICH MAY BE INCURRED ARE EXCLUDED AND PURCHASER’S REMEDY IS LIMITED TO REPAIRS OR REPLACEMENT OF ANY SUCH PART

ME STATES DO NOT ALLOW THE EXCLUSION OR LIMITATION OF INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL

R INDIRECT DAMAGES, SO THE ABOVE LIMITATION OR EXCLUSION MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU. THI WARRANTY GIVES YOU SPECIFIC LEGAL RIGHTS, AND YOU MA Y ALSO HA VE OTHER RIGHTS WHICH VARY FROM STATE TO S TATE

unter • Limited Warrant

YAC

OWNER INFORMATION CAR

ULL IDENTIFICATION NUMBER IS ON THE STARBOARD AFT SIDE OF THE HULL OR

TRAN

M. THIS NUMBER MUST BE GIVEN IN ALL NECESSARY CORRESPONDENCE. ULL NO. ATE DELIVERED TO OWNE

HT NAME

WNER NAM

TREET ADDRE

ME POR

TREET ADDRE

USTOMER SERVICE / WARRANTY

HUNTER. Any

HUNTER

aser of

boa

(CSS#1)

(CSS#2)

Hunter

Limited Warrant

WARRANTY REGISTRATION

These limited warranties shall not be e

ective unless the HUNTER Warranty Registration Form

and Pre-Delivery Service Record, which are furnished with each new boat, are filled out com-

letely and re-turned to HUNTER within ten (10) days of deliver

eturn of the Warranty Registration Form to HUNTER, signed by both Dealer and Owner, is crit-

ical. Warranty coverage cannot be initiated until the completed form is received at HUNTER. All repairs and

or replacements will be made by an authorized Hunter dealer, or at the option of

unter, at the Hunter plant. If the repairs are of such a nature that the warranty work must be erformed at the HUNTER plant, transportation costs to and from the HUNTER plant shall be aid by the owner. The labor cost reimbursement will be based on a Labor Allowance Schedule stablished by HUNTER and where not applicable, on a reasonable number of hours as deter-

ned by

zed

service representative.

repairs and replacements must be approved in advance by an autho-

TRANSFER OF LIMITED WARRANTIE

For 1995 and later hull numbers, the limited warranties will be transferred to a subsequent pur-

the

t i

1) A notice of the transfer of ownership of the boat is given by the subsequent purchaser in

writin

to Hunter within thirty (30) days of the transfer.

2) The notice shall include the name, address and telephone number of the subsequent purhaser, the date of purchase, the hull number and the name of the seller of the boat.

unter will mail to the subsequent purchaser notice of the expiration dates of the limited war-

anties (see form letter, attached). The transfer of the ownership of the boat will not extend the

xpiration dates of the limited warranties.

TOMER SATISFACTION SURVEY

uring the first year of ownership, the first purchaser will receive two Customer Satisfaction

urveys - the first

will be received shortly after taking delivery and focuses on the dealer’s ability to sell and commission the boat, and the Owner’s initial satisfaction. The second survey

, nine to ten months into ownership, “measures” dealer service capability and allows the owner to evaluate most of the boat’s functional systems and characteristics. Both surveys are dependent upon receipt of the first purchaser’s Warranty Registration Form

unter • Limited Warrant

Thank you for providing written notice of transfer of ownership. We are pleased you have

• The limited one-year New Boat warranty expires (d)_____________________.

• The limited five-year Hull Structure and Bottom Blister warranty expires (d)__________.

HUN

Add

City/S

AMPLE FORM LETTE

March 12, 199

r. John Smit

1456 Joy Stree

arasota, FL 34266

ear Mr. Smith,

satisfying experience for you.

Please confirm the information at the bottom of the page and advise us if any corrections are require ____________________________________ Customer Service Manager

ull No:

__________________________Model:_________________________________

Telephone: (H)________________________(B)_____________________________________

ate of Purchase:_____________________________________________________________

urchased From:

ress:________________________________________________________

tate_________________________________Zip____________________

ame:______________________________________________________

( ) Private Owner ( ) Dealer

unter • Limited Warrant

GRAPHIC EXPLANATION OF WARRANTY COVERAGE

Internal fiberglass pan and fiberglass grid system are covered by the five-year limited warranty.

Footnote 1. All wooden bulkheads, modular components, floors, floor supports , paneling, trim, coring materials, faceplates, countertops, fiberglass tabbing, overlays, secondary bonding , sealants , adhesives, gaskets and epoxies are covered only by the one-year limited warranty. They are not covered by the five-year limited warranty.

Footnote 2. Voids located with in the deck or hulls gelcoat surface or build laminate are covered only by the one-year limited warranty. They are not covered by the five-year limited warranty.

Footnote 3. Keel and rudder are not covered under the blister warranty. They are not covered under the one-year or five-year limited warranty’s.

All fiberglass tabbing, overlays , adhesives, epoxy and secondary bonding are covered only by the one-year limited warranty. They are not covered by the five-year limited warranty.

Deck and deck floor-pans are covered only by the one-year limited warranty. Floor-pan sizes will vary by boat type and size. They are not covered by the fiveyear limited warranty

Internal fiberglass pan and fiberglass grid system are covered by the five-year limited warranty.

Rudder , keel and centerboards (small boats) are excluded from all warranties. Keel and centerboard leaks at the attachment point are excluded from all warranties.

Hull to deck joint adhesives, epoxies and sealants are covered only by the one-year limited warranty. They are not covered by the five-year limited warranty.

The fiberglass hull component is covered by the five-year limited warranty. Installed items such as (but not limited to) ports, shafting, thru-hulls, vents an d struts are not covered by the five-year limited warranty. The rudder and keel are excluded from all warranties.

Hunter

Limited Warrant

GRAPHIC EXPLANATION OF WARRANTY COVERAGE

All wooden bulkheads, modular components, floors, floor supports , paneling, trim, coring materials, faceplates, countertops are covered only by the one-year limited warranty. They are not covered by the five-year limited warranty.

Internal fiberglass pan and fiberglass grid system are covered by the five-year limited warranty.

All fiberglass tabbing, overlays, secondary bonding, sealants, adhesives, gaskets and epoxies are covered only by the one-year limited warranty. They are not covered by the five-year limited warranty.

Boating

Safety

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Chapter 4

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Safety

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As you read your owner’s manual, please note hazard warnin unsafe conditions or operating procedures. We have included these warnings because we are concerned about your safety and the safety of your passengers.

1. The hazard symbol

2. A signal word which indicates the severity of the haz-

4. The results of ignoring the hazard.

The three signal words which indicate the severity of a hazard are danger, warning, and caution. The meanings they convey are as follows

Calls attention to immediate hazards that will result in severe injury or death

dentifies hazards or unsafe practices that could re-

sult in personal injury or deat

ndicates hazards or unsafe practices that could re-

sult in minor personal injuries, property damage, or

Also included in this manual are owner advisory statements identified as "Important" or "Note". Unlike the hazard communication statements, they alert you to conditions affecting equipment operation, maintenance, and servicing practices.

Important: This is a general advisory statement or procedure intended to prevent damage to the equipment or associated component.

Note: This is a general advisory statement relating to equipment operating and maintenance procedures. Its intent is to call

attention to information more important than normal text.

s which alert you to safety and precautions and

azard statements generally have five parts

r . A concise description of the hazard.

. Steps for avoiding the hazard

DANGER

! !

WARNING

! !

CAUTION

! !

omponent damage

.1 Safet

Boating safety and the safety of your passengers are

our responsibility. You should fully understand and become familiar with the operatin and precautions in this manual and the other manuals in the owner’s packet before you launch your new boat

.1.1 Safe Operation

Following is general information about safe operation Keep your boat and equipment in safe operating condi-

tion. Inspect the hull, engines, safety equipment, and all

oating gear regular

Important: Federal law requires you, the owner, or operator to provide and maintain safety equipment on your new boat. Consult your Coast Guard, state, and local regulations to ensure your boat has all required safety equipment on board. Additional equipment may be recommended for your safety and that of your passengers. Make yourself aware of its availability and use.

BE VERY CAREFUL when fueling your boat. Be sure you

now the capacity of your boat’s fuel tank and the amount

f fuel you use when operating at frequently used engine

speeds (RPMs). Always know all the area's on the boat, know the nautical

terms for the different areas of your boat. On the followin page, at the end of this chapter we show you a general layout of these terms and illustrate the areas that may be

f importance to you

ake sure you have enough fuel on board for anticipated

ruising requirements. In general, use 1/3 of your suppl to reach your destination and 1/3 to return. Keep 1/3 in reserve

rcumstan

Be sure lifesaving and fire extinguishing equipment is

n board. standards, and it should be noticeable, accessible, and in a safe operating condition. Your passengers should

now where this equipment is and how to use it. hanging conditions by checking a local weather report

before your departure. Monitor strong winds and electri-

al storms closely.

or changes in your plans due to weather or other

s equipment must meet regulatory agency

Keep an eye on the weather. Be aware of possible

and safety procedures

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Always keep accurate, updated charts of the area on

oard your boat

Before you leave the port or harbor, file a float plan with a family member, relative, friend, or other responsible person ashore

avigating a boat is much the same as driving an automo-

perating either one responsibly means complying

bile. with a set of rules intended to prevent accidents. Just as

ou assume other car drivers know what they are doing, ther boaters assume you know what you are doin

s operate your boat with care, courtesy, an

nstruct at least one other passenger aboard in the

perating procedures in handling your boat. This person can take over if you unexpectedly become unable to do

o not allow passengers to ride on parts of your boat

ther than designated seating areas.

Ask all passen

n motion.

o not use the swim platform or boarding ladder while

ngines are running.

nderstand and obey the “Rules of the Road.”

Always maintain complete control of your boat.

o not overload or improperly load your boat.

.1.2 Safe Boating Course

Y our local U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary and the U.S. Power

quadrons offer comprehensive safe boating classes several times a year. You may contact the Boat/U.S. Foundation at 1-800-335-BOAT (2628), or in Virginia 1-

00-245-BOAT (2628). For a course schedule in your area, you may also contact your local U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary or Power Squadron Flotilla for the time and place of their next scheduled classes

.1.3 Voluntary Inspection

ers to remain seated while the boat is

s a respons

Rules of the Road”, the marine traffic laws enforced by the U.S. Coast Guard. There are two sets of rules: The United States Inland Navigational Rules and the International Rules. The United States Inland Rules apply to all vessels inside the demarcation line separating inland and international waters. The Coast Guard publishes the

Navigational Rules, International-Inland.” You can get a copy from your local U.S. Coasty Guard Unit or the

nited States Coast Guard Headquarters, 1300 E Street

NW, Washington, D.C. 20226.

.1.5 Safety Equipmen

Important: Federal law requires you, the owner, to provide and maintain safety equipment on your boat. Consult your Coast Guard, state, and local regulations, to ensure your boat has all required safety equipment on board. Additional equipment may be recommended for your safety and that of your passengers. Make yourself aware of its availability and use.

We have provided the following safety equipment in your Loose Gear Kit (Does not apply to UK boats

6) Adult Form Life Vests (PID

1) White Form Cushio

1) United States Coast Guard Pamphle

1) Air Hor

.1.6. Additional Equipmen

You should consider having additional equipment on board to help make your boating experience safer and more enjoyable. Some examples include the followin

Rules of the Road” in its publication

tsman, you w

comply with the

tate boating officials in many states or the U.S. Coast

Guard Auxiliary offer courtesy inspections to check out

our craft. They check your boat for compliance with safety standards and required safety equipment. You may voluntarily consent to one of these inspections and are allowed time to make correction without prosecution.

heck with the appropriate state agency or the Coast

Guard Auxiliary for details.

.1.4 Rules of the Road

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.1.7 Personal Flotation Devices (PFDs

There must be one United States Coast Guard approved wearable personal flotation device of Type I, II, or III for

ach person on board your boat. The PFDs must be in

serviceable condition and rea

three PFDs (two wearable and one throwable) is

required regardless of the number of persons on board.

A) PFD Type I, Wearable:

This offshore life jacket has the greatest buoyancy. It is

ective for all waters where rescue may be delayed. Its design allows for turning most unconscious persons in the water from face down position to a vertical or face-u position.

B) PFD Type II, Wearable

This near-shore buoyant vest provides less buoyanc than a Type I PFD. It is intended for calm inland waters

r waters where there is a chance of quick rescue. It turns

its wearer to a face-up position as does the Type I PFD,

ut the turning action is not as pronounced as the Type

I, and it will not turn as many persons under the same

onditions as a Type I.

C) PFD Type III, Wearable

lassified as a flotation aid, this PFD allows wearers to place themselves in a vertical or face-up position in the water. Type III PFD has the same minimum buoyancy as a Type II

eople participating in water sports often prefer this PFD

because it is intended for use in waters where quick res-

ue is possible and it is generally the most comfortable

ntin

D) PFD Type IV, Throwable

You must also have

pe IV device. The Type IV device can be thrown to a person in the water and held by the user until rescued. The design does not allow it to be worn. The most common Type IV This PFD must be immediately available for use and in

are buoyant cushions or ring buoys.

access

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.2 Carbon Monoxide Hazard

(See enclosed brochure concerning Carbon Monoxide poisoning and preventing)

s all respons dangers when boating. One danger is serious enough that we feel the need to specifically bring it to your attention. It is odorless, colorless, and tasteless, but

an be harmful or fatal if inhaled. Its name is CARBON

NIXIDE (C

.2.1 Carbon Monoxide Safet

This section is intended to provide educational information ing. Carbon Monoxide accumulation is affected by boat

eometry, hatch, window, and door openings, ventilation openings, proximity to other structures and boats, wind direction, boat speed, boat maintenance, and a multitude of other variables. This section discusses many of th all conceivable variables. Therefore, the boat owner is

autioned not to exclusively rely on it to prevent the accu-

ulation of Carbon Monoxide.

.2.2 What is Carbon Monoxide?

arbon Monoxide is a highly poisonous gas formed by the

ombination of carbon and oxygen. Commonly referred to as CO, its chemical formula is C for carbon and O for oxygen. CO is a colorless, odorless, and tasteless gas that, by itself, cannot be detected by human senses. CO diffuses in the air much more rapidly than other gasses that are detectable by the human senses. The weight of

is about the same as air so it does not rise or fall like

other gasses but will distribute itself throughout the boat.

is produced any time a material containing carbon is

urned. In boating, these materials include, but are not limited to, gasoline, diesel fuel, or propane. All carbon based fuels produce varying amounts of CO, depending on their carbon content. Gasoline is high in carbon and, therefore, produces lower levels of CO. However, the exhaust of all engines and generators as well as an open flame device, produce CO and the same precautions should be taken regardless of the type of fuel

.2.3 How Carbon Monoxide Can Enter Your Boa

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Any device that burns fuel creates Carbon Monoxide. For

xample, a propane cook-top or a space heater are both

potential sources for CO. But the most serious danger

omes from the gasoline engines and generators aboard our own and neighboring boats. There are four basic

ways that CO from a running engine or generator can

nter your boat.

The “station wagon effect” results from the aerodynamics

deck cabins and flying bridges. With the boat under-

way, the air flow over the top forms a low pressure area

ehind the cabin or transom which can suck exhaust gasses into the cockpit and the cabin inefficient trim angles also can cause the station wagon effect

.2.4 Symptoms of Carbon Monoxide Poisonin

ost important is to know the causes, study the symptoms, and be trained in the emergency care. This is the best way to avoid, understand, and respond to an

arbon Monoxide emergenc

ne or more of the following symptoms can signal the adverse effects of Carbon Monoxide accumulation. The

rder of this list is generally the sequence of symptoms.

owever, the number of symptoms and the order of their

appearance may change for different people.

Watering and Itching eyes

tness in the ches Flushed Appearanc Ringing in the ears

emples

nattentiveness Convulsion

rowsines eadac izziness

omitin Collaps Nause Fatigu

the a

ects of exposure to CO are cumulative and can

ust as lethal. Certain health related problems and

be age increases the effects of CO. People who smoke or are exposed to high concentrations of cigarette smoke,

onsume alcohol, or have lung or heart disorders are

particularly susceptible to an increase in the effects from

. However, the health of all of the boat’s occupants should be considered. Physical exertion accelerates the rate at which the blood absorbs CO. The early effects

CO poisoning are easy to overlook because they are similar to the effects of other boating related stress such as eye strain, fatigue, sun exposure, seasickness, or alcohol consumption. But, as the concentration of CO in the air increases, it has increasingly adverse effects on

our health.

.2.6 When Overcome by Carbon Monoxid

When someone falls victim to Carbon Monoxide poisoning, fast and responsive action is crucial. Know the symptoms. The earlier the effects of CO are detected, the better the chances for recovery. The following list shows the sequences of events that must be done in an effort to revive a C

Evacuate, Ventilate, Investigate, complete the Carbon

onoxide poisoning action sequenc

Administer oxygen if available. If the victim is not

breathing, perform artificial resuscitation per approved

PR procedures until medical help arrives and takes

ver. Prompt action can mean the difference between

life and

Investigate the source of CO and take corrective tion As always, you can contact the Red Cross to obtain

information for training in CPR or emergency response

.2.7 How to Minimize the Accumulation of Carbon

onoxid

victim

ve the victim to fresh air

th.

.2.5 Effects of Carbon Monoxid

When inhaled, Carbon Monoxide is absorbed by the lungs and reacts with the blood hemoglobin to form

arbon hemoglobin, which reduces the oxygen carryin apacity of the blood. The result is a lack of oxygen

or the tissues, causing subsequent tissue death and, if prolonged, death of the individual. Carbon Monoxide in high concentrations can be fatal in a matter of minutes.

ven lower concentrations must not be ignored because

ractice good inspection and maintenance habits. Be

rtain hull exh

n any wa

Be alert for exhaust gasses from other boats. Always provide adequate ventilation when weather enclosures are in place and engines or generator is runnin

o not run with a

tribute the load to maintain a low bow angle. Orient your

ow angle. Use trim tabs or redis-

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boat to maximize the dispersion of We cannot identify or describe every possible variable or

ombination of variables, you must continually observe passengers for symptoms or Carbon Monoxide intoxication and be aware of the many possibilities of Carbon

onoxide accumulation. For instance, poorly maintained

hoses and hose connections on the generator or engine

xhaust system(s) can permit Carbon Monoxide to escape into the interior of your boat. Therefore, the exhaust system must be periodically examined and maintained in

rder to ensure its integrity. Moreover, all accommodation spaces constantly require proper ventilation

.2.8 Preventative Maintenanc

Frequent inspections and proper maintenance of the

ngine, and exhaust system, as well as, other various areas of your boat are critical in preventing the accumulation of Carbon Monoxide. It is the owner’s responsibility to make sure the entire boat is inspected and maintaine against

The exhaust systems of your engines and generator are under constant attack from salt water, gasses, vibration, and normal wear. Inspect every exhaust system

omponent often. Start with a visual inspection. Check

ach joint for discoloration, carbon buildup, stains, water leaks, or other signs of damage. Inspect all metal parts for corrosion, discoloration, or flaking. Check that all hose clamps are in good condition and properly tight-

ned. Carefully inspect all exhaust and cooling hoses for signs of wear, dry rot, cracking, discoloration, chafing, or swelling. If any of these conditions exist, have the entire system inspected and corrected by a qualified technician before starting the engines or generator.

Next, start each engine and generator one at a time. Follow the full run of the exhaust system, listening and looking for leaks. While doing this, make sure there is adequate ventilation and that your CO detector is on.

Finally, because poorly running engines produce excessive up. They should run smoot smoke. The spark plugs (gas engines) and ignition systems should be maintained regularly, and the fuel system and air filters should be in good order.

.2.9 Carbon Monoxide Detector

If you carefully avoid potential CO accumulation and maintain your systems properly, you have made great strides towards protecting yourself and others from the dangers of Carbon Monoxide. We have assisted you in

our endeavor by providing CO detectors in each living area aboard your boat. We use only those CO detectors that are UL approved for marine use. RV and residential models won’t withstand the elements of the boating

nvironment. Most CO detectors require specific maintenance procedures to remain accurate and functional. Follow the man maintenance of the CO detectors.

it's strong recommended that you change CO and Smoke alarm batteries when chan

aving Time. Replace Smoke Alarms every 10 years

and replace Carbon Monoxide (CO) alarm every 5

years

because of environmental contamination and from age. In addition to replacing batteries in smoke alarms at least once every year. Always make sure the followings

ly to make sure they are working in your boat.

hanging the time on clocks of your boat.

A working smoke alarm can save lives. It’s that simple

and that important,” If you would like to purchase additional CO detectors

and receive a special purchase price, please contact our Customer Service Hotline at

, make sure engines and generators are tuned

and not produce black

instructions for the

the clocks for Daylight-

nce the sensors in these devices can degrade

moke

atteries should be changed once a year, when-

alarms should be tested month-

-771-5556,

ther items to inspect are as follows: If your boat has access panels, check that the access panels around the engine and exhaust are in place and fit snugly to minimize the opportunity for CO to enter the cabin. There should be no large openings where CO could enter the

abin. Ensure that all ventilation systems are in good working order and are not blocked or punctured. Check all sink drains to assure that they have a good water trap to prevent CO from coming in from the outside.

n the next couple pages we will review some of the CO

hazar

.2.10 Carbon Monoxide Revie

veryone is at risk for Carbon Monoxide poisoning!

articularly sensitive are c lderly, and people with lung disease, heart disease, or nemia!

ren, pregnant women, the

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as that prevents the blood from carrying oxygen

less to the vital organs. CO (Carbon Monoxide) is 200 times more likely to replace oxygen in the blood

heck the symptoms of Carbon Monoxide poisoning in this chapter (4.2.4) again right now, so you will be able to recognize these symptoms should they ever arise.

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etermined that w

e victims are aware they are not well, they become so disoriented, they are unable to save themselves by either exiting the building or calling for assistance. Also, children and pets may be affected first.

arbon Monoxide gas is produced when any type of fuel is incompletely burned. Gasoline engines and fuel burning appliances (furnace, fireplace, oven, stove, water heater, etc.) also, space heaters, gas, and charcoal grills

roduce CO.

xtended operation of unvented fuel burning appliances

range, oven, fireplace, etc.) can build up high CO lev-

ls.

NOT attempt to test the alarm by any other

means than b

using the Test/Reset button.

NOT attempt to produce CO to test the alarm. The Test/Reset button tests all functions of the alarm and is the only safe way to be sure the alarm is working prop-

nce again, here and now, check in the DC Electric

hapter on the operation of your CO detector. Learn how to use it, how it works, what the alarm signals are, and what your response should be.

DAN G E R

! !

Actuation of your CO alarm indicates the presence of Carbon Monoxide (CO) which will KILL YOU! If the

arm sounds

1. Press the Reset/Silence button

2. Call Emergency Services: Write the number here ____________________________

. Immediately move to fresh air, outdoors, or to an open window or door. Do a head count to check that all persons are accounted for. Do not re-enter the premises nor move away from an open door or window until the emergency responders have arrived, the premises have been aired

ut, and your alarm remains in its normal operation.

4. After following steps 1, 2, and 3, if your alarm reactivates in a 24 hour period, repeat steps 1 – 3 and call a

ualified appliance technician: Write the number here _________________________

CAUTION

! !

his alarm will only indicate the presence of Carbon

onoxide gas at the sensor. Carbon Monoxide gas

ay be present in other areas

WARNING

! !

o reduce the risk of Carbon Monoxide poisoning, test

he alarm’s operation after the boat has been in stor-

e, before each trip, and once a week during use

ere to Install Alarms

For minimum protection, CO alarms should be

nstalled near all sleeping areas.

For maximum protection, CO alarms should be

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For information on taking care of your CO alarm, see

the Maintenance chapter of this manual.

imitations of the CO alarm:

arbon Monoxide alarms will not work without power.

ome examples causing no alarm power are: A blown

r missing fuse, broken wire, faulty connection, circuit

breaker tripped, or a discharged batter This alarm will only detect the presence of CO gas at the

sensor. Carbon Monoxide gas may be present in other

arbon Monoxide alarms may not be heard. The alarm

loudness is designed to meet or exceed the regula-

standards. However, the alarm may not be heard if

tor

larms are l doors. The alarm may not be heard by persons who are hard of hearing, have consumed alcoholic beverages, taken prescription or non-prescription medication, or illegal drugs

or return air vents, or any other draft

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ake regular visual inspections of the engine and gen-

rator exhaust systems. Cracked exhaust systems can

allow Carbon Monoxide to enter the living area.

rofessionally maintain your engine and generator.

Although all gas engines and generators produce Carbon

onoxide, a poorly tuned engine and generator will pro-

duce greater amounts of Carbon Monoxide

.3 Other Dangers

.3.1 Weather

torms rarely appear without advanced notice. Check the weather forecast before you begin a day of boating. Be aware, however, that weather conditions can change

. If you have a marine radio, listen to the weather

rapidl reports issued by the U.S. Coast Guard and others. If you have a portable radio, keep it tuned to a station broad-

asting frequent weather reports. Many boating clubs fly weather signals. Learn to recognize these signals and listen to your local forecasts before leaving port

Your surroundings can also be a good indicator of changing weather conditions. Watch for changes in wind direction or cloud formations. There is no substitute for a good understanding of weather conditions and what to do when the weather takes a turn for the worse.

This alarm is designed to detect Carbon Monoxide from any source of combustion. It is not designed to detect smoke, fire, or any other gasses. The alarm may not sound at low Carbon Monoxide levels. This product is intended for use in ordinary indoor locations of livin spaces. It is not designed to measure compliance with

ccupational Safety Health Administration mercial or in problems may consider using warning devices which provide audible and visual signals for levels under 30 PPM

ow else to protect your family from Carbon Monoxide

nsure alarms are installed properly. Carefully read and

follow ALL the instructions in this manual. Test your unit

very week. Alarms that do not work, do not alert you to

the presence of Carbon Monoxide.

ake regular visual inspections of all fuel burning equipment including gas water heaters, kitchen gas stoves, space heaters, gas dryers, or other pilots. Check the

lor of the flame! The color should be blue.

trial standards. Indivi

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4.1

age 4.15 will explain the dangers of Lightning strikes,

with an overview of your protection area

efer to the Chapman's Manual for instructions and

precautions in operatin

.3.2 Fo

You can judge the likelihood of fog formation by peri-

measuring the air temperature and the dew point temperature. If the difference between these two temperatures is small, fog is likely to develop.

conditions include mist, snowstorm, or heavy

rain. Avoid operation in such weather , especiall

not equipped with radar or other

.3.3 Remember these guidelines

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or shore at the first sign of fog and wait until conditions

improve. If you have charts on board, take bearings as

sets in, mark your position, and continue to log your

ourse and speed.

ake sure all persons on board are wearing their per-

sonal flotation devices (PFDs). If your boat has sound-

ng equipment, take soundings regularly and matc

them with known depths on your charts.

tation a person forward in the boat as a lookout

educe your speed. From time to time, stop engines

and listen for other fog signals

ound the horn or bell at approximately 2 minute

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anchor. Listen for other fog signals while continuing to sound your fog horn

.3.4 Drugs and Alcoho

rugs and alcohol affect a person’s ability to make sound

will refrain from using drugs or alcohol (singly or combined) while operating your boat. Operation of motorized vessels while under the influence carries a significant penalty. Drugs and alcohol decrease your reaction time, impair your judgment, and inhibit your ability to safely

perate your boat.

If there is any doubt about continuing your excursion,

ments and react quickly. As a responsible boater, you

If your boat runs aground, check everyone for injur and inspect damage to the boat or propellers. If lightly

rounded, shift weight of passengers or gear to heel the boat while reversing engines. If towing becomes necessary, we recommend using a commercial towing service.

.3.7 Swamped or Capsized Boa

If your boat becomes swamped or capsized, put on a

FD immediately and set off a distress signal. Your boat has flotation foam installed to keep it afloat should it capsize. For this reason, stay with the boat. Do not leave the boat or try to swim to shore except under extreme conditions. A capsized boat is easier to see than a swimmer, and shore may be further away than it appears.

.3.8 Falling Overboard

ne of the most frightening emergencies that can occur aboard a boat is a crew member or yourself falling overboard. Although “man overboard” or “MOB” drills have been a part of boating safety for decades, they have been largely overlooked by many responsible boat owners.

ust as important as acquiring the knowledge to rescue a

person is the ability to help yourself if you are the person

verboard. Be sure and refer to your “Chapman Piloting”,

eamanship and Boat Handling” manual supplied with

our new boat. It is packed with useful and essential safety and emergency procedures to ensure you have a safe and happy boating experience.

.3.5 Collision

If a serious collision occurs, first check the persons on board for injuries. Then inspect the boat to determine the

xtent of the damage.

repare to help the other craft unless your boat or its pas-

sengers are in danger.

repare to help the other craft if your bow penetrated the

ther boat or its passengers are in danger.

If the bow of the other boat penetrated your boat’s hull, prepare to plug the fracture once the boats are separate.

.3.6 Running Aground

.3.9 Hypothermi

If a person falls overboard, hypothermia may be an immediate concern. Hypothermia means a person’s body loses heat to the water faster than the body can replace it. If not rescued, the person will become exhausted and likely drown. In general, the colder the water, the shorter the time for survival. PFDs will incr

ecause they provide insulation.

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DANGER

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A fire aboard your boat is serious. Explosion is possible. Respond immediately. Develop a fire response

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very boater should develop a fire response plan to

determine what kind of fire (fuel, electrical, etc.) might

reak out, where it m

Important: Everyone on board should know where a fire extinguisher is and how to operate it.

Any fire requires stopping the engines immediately. Keep the fire downwind if possible. If the fire is aft, head

nto the wind.

ave all persons on board put on their personal flotation

devices (PFDs).

reak out, and the best way to

eciding whether to stay with the boat or abandon ship will be difficult. If the decision is to abandon ship, all persons on board should jump overboard and swim a safe distance away from the burning boat

.5 Distress Signal

.5.1 Mayda

If you have a VHF radio, heed storm warnings and answer any distress calls from other boats. The word

MAYDAY” spoken three times is the international signal

f distress. Monitor marine radio channel 16, which is reserved for emergency and safety messages. You can also use this channel to contact the Coast Guard or other boaters if

Never send a “MAYDAY” message unless there is a serious emergency and you are in need of immediately assistance.

.5.2 Visual Distress Signal

The U.S. Coast Guard requires that all boats operating on U.S. Coastal Waters have visual distress signal

quipment on board. In general, coastal waters include all waters except rivers, streams, and inland lakes. The Great Lakes are considered coastal waters, as is a river mouth more than two m

nited States and operating on the high seas must also

arry visual distress signal equipment

isual distress equipment must be in serviceable con-

dition and stowed in a readily accessible location.

quipment having a date showing useful service life must be within the specified usage date shown. Both pyrotechnic and non-pyrotechnic equipment must be U.S. Coast Guard a

rotechnic U.S. Coast Guard approved visual distress signals and associated equipment include: Red flares, handheld or aerial Orange smoke, hand held or floating Launchers for aerial red meteor or parachute flares. Nonpyrotechnic equipment includes an orange distress flag, dye markers, and an electric distress light.

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If you can get at the fire, aim the fire extinguisher at the base of the flames and use a sweeping action to put out the fire.

If the fire gets out of control, make a distress signal and

all for help on the radio.

No single signaling device is ideal under all conditions for all purposes. Consider carrying various types of equipment. Careful selection and proper stowage of visual distress equipment is very important. If young children are frequently aboard, you should select devices with packages which children, but not adults, will find difficult

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uard include “Aids to Navigation” (U.S. Coast Guard pamphlet #123), which explains the significance of various lights and buoys, the “Boating Safety Training

anual”, and “Federal Requirements for Recreational Boats”. Check with your local Coast Guard Station, your new dealer, or a local marina about navigational aids unique to your area

.5.3 Running and Navigation Light

Your boat is designed as a "day sailor" and therefore is not provided with running and navigation lights for safe

peration after dark. Always use common sense and ood judgment

he following is presented for reference only since

our boat is not designed to be used after dark

perating at night can present some special challenges. Not only is your depth perception lessened, bright lights

n the shore can cast misleading reflections on the water

and if

ou wear glasses, or worse yet, bifocals, you simply don’t see as well at night as you do during the day. It is not only important that you be able to identify other vessels operating in your proximity, it is equa

mportant that other vessels see you. Most recreational vessels are less than 30 feet in length and, according to “The Rules

f the Road”, shall be equipped with navigation lights. These lights not only have a certain arc through which they can be seen but must be seen from a minimum distance. Table 1, on page 4.14 will show you the followin lighting requirements for recreational vessels both less than 12 meters in length (approximately 39.4”), and over 12 meters in length to 20 meters (65'

awa

rom the boat or row away, if you are at anchor or

at a moorin

, and see how visible the lights are as you move further away. How easy are they to see against the background of lights on shore

You should always check that your masthead light disappears at the same time each side

sappears an

they both disappear when the stern light appears.

heck your sidelights from dead ahead. You should see

both red and green. However, by moving toward one side

1-3 degrees, you should then see only one light. If you

b still see two lights, an approaching vessel won’t be able to tell which direction you are goin

When boating at night, remember the following: “When two lights you see ahead, turn your helm and show your red.

.5.4 Sound Signaling Devic

Your boat is provided with a horn which conforms with

.S. Coast Guard requirements for boats of this size. All ass A boats are recommended to carry a hand, mouth,

r whistle, as well as a power operated horn. The device should be used to promote safe passing, as well as a warning to other vessels in fog, or confined areas, or as a signal to operators of locks or drawbridges. Followin are standard whistle signals

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at night. Whether on a trailer or at the marina, switch

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H18 Dimensions, Capacities, Etc

DESCRIPTION: HI8

Length overall (LOA)...................................... 18’ 5” (5,61m)

Beam (MAX).................................................. 7’ 2” (2.18m)

Draft centerboard up....................................... 6” (114 mm)

centerboard down 4’ 6” (1371mm)

Displacement.................................................. 836lbs (380 kg)

Sail Area (total).............................................. 170sq. ft (15.8 sq.m)

Mast height (waterline)................................ 24.5’ (7.5m)

Engine (not supplied) size recommendation.. 3 H.P. MAX (2.2 kW)

Maximum loading (Persons/Luggage)............ 4 Persons + luggage

= 760 lbs. (345 kg.)

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Sails & Riggin

ost sailors believe that sa to tend, halyards to yank and sails to lug. Hunter Marine has dispelled that m the crew at Hunter Marine have made sailing easier, safer and more comfortable. The result - much more sailing fun!

Whether around the buoys, your Hunter can really make a differ-

nce. Starting with the tall, fractional rig, which is a direct descendent of the B&R rig, Hunter has engineered the mast to carry less weight aloft with a smaller sections. This is accomplished by utilizing swept-back spread-

rs and reverse diagonals. superior strength without a backstay and increases the stabilit as the power sail, Hunter has eased the effort in sail handling and allowed for real versatility for all wind and

condition

Y our benefit: better performance with less effort. The deck layout reflects the innovation that accompanies the rig.

ou are ready to set sail for the day or just

at the same time. By using a large roach main

th once and for all! Innovations by

work: all those lines

s combination provides

5.1 Main Rig Component

Anodized B&R Rig Mas Boom

ingle Line Reefing System

urling Internal Halyards led to Cockpit Lar

e Roach Mainsail w/Flaking System

ainsheet and vang

ver the course of the next few pages we will outline

some of the components featured here, along with some

the optional components of your sails and riggin

aboard your Hunter sailboat.

5.2 The Mas

Your main and most vital rig component is the mast. It

arries the sails and is supported by the standing rigging

as shown on page 12.11.

5.3 The Boom

WARNING

! !

Refer to Boating Safety, and the Getting Underway

hapters for safe boat handling information

If this is your first boat of this type or you are changing to a new boat you are not familiar with, please ensure that you obtain handling and operating experience before assuming command of the boat. This document is not a

ourse on boating safety or seamanship. Your dealer or national sailing federation or yacht club will be pleased to advise tor

Never underestimate the potentially dangerous power of wind, tide and the sea. Always ensure there is sufficient trained and proficient crew on board to handle the boat and its operating systems even in adverse conditions.

NOTE: Standing rigging will stretch slightly when initially loaded. Therefore, the rigging may have to be further tensioned slightly after a few sails in a strong breeze to compensate for this initial stretch. Once the mast is tuned and initial stretch is taken out, the rig should need retuning only at the beginning of each season.

ou of local sea schools, or competent instruc-

The boom carries the lower sheeting point of your main sail and is controlled by the main sheet and the vang.

age 4.12 contains illustrations demonstrating the boom

with reefing layout and the Mainsheet Purchase layout

5.4 The Sails

As standard your Hunter is equipped with a furling jib sail and a drop down main sail. The mainsail is the sail

ttached to the aft track of the mast and hoisted with th main halyard from the cockpit. The jib sail is attached to the foresta

ard from the cockpit.

t Hunter sail important sail controls from the cockpit. The jib is controlled with the jib sheet control lines lead back to the

ockpit coming either side. In addition the jib furling line located to the starboard side of the cockpit allows the safe and easy unfurling and furling in of the jib sail

and like the mainsail hoisted with the jib hal-

the control of the most

5.5 Reefing Instructions

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2. Ease the mainsheet and van . Raise the main sail. . Check the topping lift for adequate boom support and

lower the main sail to approximately the first reef position.

. Take up the slack in the reef line until the tack and the

lew are down to

. Adjust the main halyard so that the tack reef point is

not contacting the goose neck on the front of the spar and is applying tension to the luff of the main above the reef, not below.

7. Confirm that the tack reef point is still clear of the tack

shackle and that onl is tensioned, not the luff between the cringle and the top stacked sail slide. Ease the reef line and readjust the halyard if necessary.

t 2”

the main luff above the reef cringle

the

5.5 Shaking Out a Reef

lifelines to a turnin forward of the stern cleat. The sheet that is not bein used — the lazy sheet — should also be attached to the clew of the spinnaker , led forward

eadstay and then back on the other side of the boat

— outside the shrouds — to the turning block positioned

ust forward of the stern cleat. Then take that sheet and tie a knot in the end, with the slack in the sheet. Now you are ready to hoist the spinnaker. Start b heading off to a square run. Leave the mainsail fully

ut during the hoisting procedure as it w the spinnaker and keep it from filling until you are ready for it to be set. A good place to raise the sail is from the leeward side, just ahead of the boom.

nce it is fully hoisted, slowly head up to your desired

ourse and pull in the sheet until the sail sets Now you are off and sailing with your cruising spinnaker.

18 B&R Rig Descriptio

The B&R rig, utilized on the Hunter 18, eliminates the need for a backstay to allow for a more efficient mainsail shape. Fixed backstays are commonly being designed

ut of today’s performance-oriented boats to allow the mainsail to incorporate a full roach design - a more aerodynamic shape both for racing and cruising perfor-

block on the gunwhale located just

n front of th

1. Head up into the wind.

2. Ease the mainsheet and vang. Release the tension on the topping. Lift (if needed

. Release the line stopper.

4. Tension the main halyard to raise sail, making sure reef lines run freely while sail is being raised. Apply stopper to main halyard.

. Re-tension vang and mainsheet, ease the topping lift

if needed).

5.6 Spinnaker (Optional

o set the optional spinnaker using the dedicated halyard,

irst attach the halyard to the head ring on the sail. Next, tie the tack downhaul line to the tack ring, lead it through the sprit to the jamming cleat in the cockpit near the mast. Set up the tack downhaul so the tack of the sail is

t five inches Attach the spinnaker sheet to the clew ring of the spinnaker and make sure the line is led aft outside the

the

k when the sail is hoisted.

To accomplish this, the B&R rig has 30 degree swept spreaders, creating 120 degrees between each rigging point.

or sailboat rigs, and has been used for years to support

huge radio towers

The B&R rig is designed to be pre-bent to further add rigidity to the mast section and eliminate the need for adjustable rigging (like backstay adjusters). This design should prove more reliable than a rig with adjustable backstays or runners, as there is less chance for error

The large main, small jib, sail plan on the 18 also eliminates the need for large overlapping headsails (genoas), as the driving power comes from the much improved shape and size of the mainsail. This offers an easier tacking small jib, creating good performance and more

omfortable sailing as it is less work for the crew.

B&R rigs have been used on thousands of sailboats, and we are proud to incorporate this successful design on

our new Hunter.

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5.7 Protecting Your Riggin

Without careful inspection and proper maintenance, the rigging is subject to fatigue, wear, discoloration, and therefore, product failure. Remember: re and cleaning will increase the life of your investment and secure your rigging. We suggest the followin

Always rinse your rigging with fresh water after sailing, especially salt-water sailing. Salt can create corrosion pits, causing cracks and deterioration.

lean with a water-soluble chlorine-free detergent.

Nonabrasive cleansers are best for hard white vinyl

ted

Inspect rigging for stains. Rust stains may indicate stress cracks or corrosion. Remove stains with synthetic

r brass pads. Never use steel wool pads

Look for broken wires- a sign of fatigue in rigging.

eplace standing rigging if wires are broken

ever mix stainless steel and galvanized metals on

able, fittings, pins, cotter keys, etc. If mixing dissimilar

metals, electric currents may conduct between meta

ausing rapid deterioration

tore rigging in a dry place. Never store in a plastic

ag, which can cause corrosion.

ular inspection

with fine-grained emery paper if necessary. Also, replace any missing or damaged cotter pins in turnbuckles and shackles, and either tape them or use them or use protective covers manu

actured for that purpose

5.7.1 Sail Car

unlight is a sail’s worst enemy, so when not in use. An ultraviolet guard, fitted down the leech of a roller headsail will protect the exposed part

rom the weathering effect of the sun and from dirt and

rit. Mildew, can be prevented by storing sails dry and by

hand washing twice a season. Check all sails regularl

or chafe, particularly where they chafe on deck fittings

r rigging, at reef points, batten sleeves and the foot of the headsail. Sail batten pockets should be inspected on a regular basis.

To stow the mainsail, start at the leech and flake it onto the boom, le while pulling the leech aft. Secure with a sail tie and continue to the luff. Lash to the

rd.

5.7.2 General Hardware Maintenanc

heck all fittings regularly to be sure screws are tight. ccasionally lubricate (use silicone lubricants) all mov-

ing parts on such fittings as blocks, turnbuckles and cam

leats, as well as the locking pins of snatch blocks, track s

es, spinnaker poles, etc

Inspect cleat and fairleads for roughness and smooth

t and right, in about 18-in. (46 cm) folds,

over the mainsail

m with sail ties or shock

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Standing Rigging Details(Furling

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SPREADER TIPS SHOULD BE APPROX. 52” TIP T O TIP

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Mainsheet Purchase Layout

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Standard Vang Detail

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Before you go on the first cruise, you should be able to answer “yes” to the following questions

6.1.2 Upon Boardin

as your dealer completed the pre-delivery service

inspection? Have you and your dealer signed the Pre-

elivery Inspection Report

ave you filled out and mailed all warranty registra-

tion car

ave you read and do you understand this owner’s

manual and the OEM manuals

as your boat been registered with the proper author-

ities? Does your hull display the proper identification

as your dealer reviewed with you the operation of

the boat and its systems? Has your dealer answered all

our questions If you have taken care of these preliminary steps, you

are ready to take your first cruise. Before you start, give some thought to the cruise itself. Choose a calm day if

6.1 Boarding your Boa

If you detect fuel fumes, follow the procedures listed here and in the Fuel Chapter of this manual.

6.1.3 Strong Fuel Fumes

Fuel fumes are heavier than air and can collect in th bilge area. These fumes are extremely hazardous. If you detect strong fumes, proceed as follows

WARNING

! !

eaking fuel is a fire and explosion hazard. Personal

njury or death could occur

DAN G E R

! !

xplosive fuel vapors can become trapped in the

lower portions of the boat. Close all hatch covers,

windows, doors, and compartments while fuelin

our boat

1. Evacuate all occupied enclosures immediatel

2. Shut down engine

ake it a routine to visually inspect the exterior of your

boat every time you approach it to board. Look for signs

f damage that could be caused by the dock or other

6.1.1 Preparing to Board

As you board your boat, you should make sure you have all gear safety gear aboard and a plan for exiting the boat ramp. If your boat is equipped with an engine, please remember that C

oat may be equipped with an outboard engine that is

xterior mounted and there is no enclosed cabin, there is

alarm installed which would indicate the presence

no C

f deadly Carbon Monoxide gas. The dangers of Carbon

onoxide are detailed at length in the Boating Safet

hapter of this manual, and in the insert that is placed in the Boating Safety Chapter. Accumulation of CO can be deadly. Be sure to operate

our engine in a well ventilated area and be mindful of the smell of exhaust fumes as these are a sign of the presence of CO gas.

fumes can be deadly. Since your

. Turn off all electrical circuits

4. Inform the dockmaster if possible. Have a qualified technician check the boat immediately to determine the

rce of the . Open the boat for natural ventilation. . When you can no longer smell fumes, locate the

source. Dispose of fuel in a safe, approved manner

6.2 Launchin

1. Remove all tie down straps securing the boat to the trailer as well as any lines securing the rudder in the upright position or on centerline. The only attachment of the boat to the trailer should be the strap from the bow

e to the trailer winc

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DAN G E R

! !

e aware of nearby power lines. Contact with power-

ines and the spar may result in electric shock caus-

ng severe injury or death.

2. The spar can be raised before or after launch, depending on the docking facilities after launch. BE AWARE OF

WER LINES IN THE AREA

. Attach the necessary mooring lines and fenders if necssary. Do not lower the fenders over the side until the

t is clear of the trailer.

4. Initially slacken the trailer winch and familiarize yourself with its gear switch action and return the winch to the

ocked position

. Loose gear may now be loaded if necessary. The ruder and centerboard should be in the up position

. Back the boat and trailer down the ramp until the trailer wheels are just clear of the surface of the water. Retrieve the bow and stern lines as necessary. Loosen the trailer winch and bow strap.

7. Once the boat is floating free, push the boat clear of the trailer guides to the available dock maintaining control with the mooring lines.

. Slowly pull the empty trailer out of the water bein

areful that the boat and people are clear.

6.2.1 Running the Engines

Now it is time to start the engines. This is accomplished by the following procedures

. First, move the throttle to the neutral positionl.

2. Next, turn the switch to the “On” position.

. Start the engine by pulling the start chord.

engines immediatel

Important: Always be careful when starting the engines. Use common sense and good judgment. Shut down the engine immediately if you observe any unsafe operating conditions.

6.3 Getting Underwa

erify that you have up to date safety equipment

ake sure you have the required safety equipment for

heck wind, tide, and current to determine the best wa to maneuver your boat away from the dock. Lower the rudder and centerboard to the proper depth and cast off mooring lines

hift your boat’s engine into forward or reverse, depend-

ng on whether you want to move the bow or the stern away from the dock first. Your engines should be running at a slow speed as you move away from the dock

nce your boat is in open water, you can safely accelerate to cruising speed. Advance throttle to setting which provides your desired engine speed (RPM’s).

6.3.1 Getting Ready to Sail

Note: This is not intended to provide a complete guide on sailing! The ‘art’ of managing a sailboat in all weather, tidal and day/night conditions can not even be taught by reading even the best instruction book. If you are not proficient in handling sail boats please refrain from handling this boat and obtain professional training and certificates of which some might be required for you to navigate this boat in certain areas or countries.

he following is a simple guide only:

WARNING

! !

4. Once the engine warms up to operating temp (check manufacturer’s recommendations for correct warm-up procedure), move the shift lever to Fwd and Reverse to make sure that the transmission will engage.

WARNING

! !

xhaust gasses contain Carbon Monoxide. This is

a poisonous gas and can cause death. Shut down

Be sure the rudder and centerboard have been low-

red prior to raising any sai

1. Place the mast base into its step and raise it to its upright position. Attach the forestay and shrouds per the sails and rigging section of this manual

2. Install the boom onto the gooseneck and secure the topping lift to the aft side of the boom.

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boom fro

igging

off

gly.

secured

boa

. Connect the main sheet purchase to the boom and

nstall the vang as the sails and r

4. Run the jib furling line through the leads and finally through the jammer cleat located on the starboard side

f the

. Install the battens in the mainsail (if required) and install the mainsail onto the stop pin or open the sail gate in the mast and install the luff slides into the track on the back of the spar. Reinstall the stop pin or close the sail gate to prevent the slides from falling back out again. Connect the main sail to its halyard and pack the sail on your boom.

2. Install the out haul line in the boom with the messenger line provided and lead from the sheave at the back of the boom through the lower cringle at the back of the sail and aft to the end of the casting.

. Install reefing lines in the boom with the messenger

ne provided per the diagram in the sails and r

tion. Pull enough slack into the reef line so that the sail

an be fully raised unimpeded by the reef lines. Tie the mainsail onto the boom with the sail ties provided.

4. Install the jib sheet onto the jib and lead the sheets

nside the shrouds to the lead jammer blocks on the gunwahales. Tie figure eight knots in the end of the sheets to prevent them from running back through the jams

. Raise and unfurl sails, beginning with the main and

then the jib while powering into the wind. Once each

alyard is tensioned, the halyard can be pushed down into its respective rope clutches. However, care should be taken not to inadvertently open the rope clutches, since the sails will lower rapidly if this is done. When the sails are raised, the boat can be laid off and the engine turned

. Once the main is sheeted in and you are sailing upwind, confirm the main topping lift position. The main should be capable of sheeting in hard without the toppin lift being tight. With the main sheeted in hard, the toppin lift should have eight to ten inches of sag and should be adjusted accordin

m the aft end. Remove th

section shows

sec-

6.4 Returning to Por

After completing the day’s cruise and mooring your boat, shut down the engine.

* Reduce en trol in neutral. Allow engine to idle for a few minutes.

* Move switch to Before going ashore, check the following items

Boat securely tied to doc

ils are

enterboard and rudder are up if trailering.

A thorou with soap and fresh water will help keep your boat lookin like new for years

6.4.1 Retrievin

e aware of nearby power lines. Contact with power-

ines and the spar may result in electric shock caus-

1. Raise Centerboard and rudder.

2. Back trailer into water remembering boat will be floating lower if there is more gear on board than when you

tarted.

. Maneuver boat between trailer guides and up to the

winch with the mooring lines

4. Connect the bow strap and with the winch in gear, winch boat up snug against bow stop.

. Center boat between upright aft trailer guides . Slowly pull the boat from the water until the weight of

the

ine speed to idle. Place transmission con-

FF to shut down the engine

h washdown of your hull, decks, and riggin

DAN G E R

! !

ing severe injury or death.

t is on the trailer

7. After a day of sailing, the sails should be lowered/ furled in while again powering into the wind, with the jib

urled in first and then by lowering the main. Protect your

sails by covering them with the sail cover or furling them

ompletely up.

7. Confirm alignment on the trailer. Put trailer back in the water to re-align if necessary.

. make sure the rudder is pinned or tied in the upright

position to prevent it from dragging on the ground.

. De-rig and unstep mast if not already done. BE A W ARE

F POWERLINES WHEN LOWERING MAST!

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10. Tie boat to trailer and secure the mast and rigging.

6.5 Emergency Operations

ou should always understand and be prepared to

ngage in Emergency Operations aboard your boat. The sea is unfor in very bad trouble in a very short time, even if you are prepared.

o not rely on this manual to educate you in all the

mergency procedures aboard your boat.

or emergency operations

iving in this area, and you can find yourself

nsure that you, and all aboard know the outlines

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(The information below is Hunter Marine’s opinion and should not be considered complete or exact list of recommendations.)

You have made the investment to purchase Now is the time to take care of it. Here we will suppl with the knowledge to do just that.

We will separate this chapter into sections that deal with

ach part of your boat. The exterior, the interior, and the mechanical components. At the end of the chapter, we will offer you some maintenance tips and also give you a schedule of maintenance to be performed. Remember that any manufacturer’s recommended maintenance schedules supersedes ours and their specific schedules

r tasks should be performed.

our boat.

7.1 Maintenance Materials

Following is a list of tools we recommend that you carry

n board your yacht. Note that this list is the minimum required

7.1.2 Recommended Spare Parts

We recommend that

n board your boat:

ull start chord for engine (if installed

A To keep the exterior of your boat in good condition, you

should follow a periodic preventive maintenance program and practice good storage habits. In this section, are important suggestions that will help keep your boat in the best possible condition.

ou carry the following spare parts

7.2 Exterior

7.2.1 Care and Maintenance During Summer Month

Before storing your boat, remove loose items such as

ushions, towels, and similar items. Water trapped under

these items can cause gelcoat discoloration and m After each use, rinse the entire boat with fresh water. If

the boat has been used in brackish or salt water, use a mild soap during the washdown

ew.

ise grips (small and medium

Needle nose pliers

crew and nut driver set with ratchet handl

lti-bl

et of screwdrivers (Phillips and flat blade, including

shorty” in bot

set screwdriver

et of combination wrenches (box at one end, open end

at the other

xtra batteries for flashligh et of tubing wrenches

7.1.1 Recommended Maintenance Material

We recommend that you carry the following on board

our yacht

lastic marine tap

Instant glu

ilicone rubber lectrical tap

Two-part epoxy adhesiv

pray lubrican

kni

overing your boat between uses will protect the finish

rom direct sunlight. Do not cover it with anything that

will not allow moisture to evaporate, for example, sheet

astic.

7.2.2 Finish Protection

Waxing two or four times a year is recommended. If you are in a climate where you use your boat year round, wax

our boat every three months. If you have a summer boating season, wax at the beginning of the season and before winter stora

Waxing helps protect your boat from everyday elements.

se a wax recommended for fiberglass (gelcoat) finishes.

any automatic, over-the-counter waxes can be used.

heck the product label for recommended surfaces and

applications

7.2.3 Color Fading and Yellowin

arker colors are more prone to fading because they absorb more o whites will yellow, usually on the deck radii. If the finish

n your boat has started to fade or yellow, and waxing

will not restore the

the sun’s ultraviolet rays. Whites and off-

inish, compounding with a fine grit

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ompound and a low speed buffer may be necessary. An automotive, fine grit rubbing compound will work well in m

* Follow the manufacturer’s application instructions. Do not apply compound or wax in direct sunlight

* Never place the buffer in such a manner that the pad touches the ground. The pad will pick up dirt which will

ause deep scratches in the finish.

After compounding, clean the surface with soap and water. Apply a good coat of wax.

7.2.4 Minor Scratches

If you have light surface scratches and rubbing compound does not remove them, wet sanding may be necessar

** To wet sand:

Clean the area with soap and water. During sanding, try to keep the area free of dust and dirt.

Use a 500 or 600 grit wet and dry sandpaper. Use a sanding block. Sandpaper and sanding blocks can be purchased from automotive supply stores

area. After the stain is removed, wash the area with soap and water and appl

7.2.6 Stainless Stee

Your Boat Hardware is made from top quality stainless steel and with proper care and maintenance will give you many years of service.

irror Finish

The mirror finish on most of your stainless hardware is produced by a series of progressive machine and hand polishing operations. It is this careful polishing that makes the stainl

lean and maintain

Recommended Cleansers

We have reviewed several polishers to determine their effectiveness in cleaning and protecting your stainless steel. Even though opinions will

ertainly differ, our opinion is that one of the most effec-

etal Wax. To help maintain the factory finish of your stainless steel hardware, try the recommended cleanser because you may agree with us.

a good coat of wax.

inish so

eneral stainless cleansers/

l...and

r to

* When sanding, keep the surface wet. On dry surfaces, press a wet sponge above the sanding area. Always

eep the sanding block flat on the surface. Never use the edge or corner. Doing so w rubbing compound will not remove

* After completing wet sanding, compound the sanded area with a fine grit rubbing compound. Use a low speed

1200 – 2800 rpm) buffer. Several applications of rubbing

ompound will have to be applied before all the scratches

re removed.

* Apply a good coat of wax.

7.2.5 Stain

You can remove stains using a cleaner specifically made

or gelcoat surfaces. Any cleaner recommended for cul-

tured marble or fiberglass tubs and sinks will work. Most

f these cleaners can be purchased at a grocery store.

If a cleaner does not remove the stain, use a fine grit rubbing compound. By hand, apply a small amount of the compound to the stain area. Using a cotton cloth and medium pressure, rub the compound into the stained

make scratches that

Recommendations for Cleanin

• Do…Apply an even layer of the polishing compound onto a clean soft rag and distribute over a manageable area of the stainl

• Do…Repeat the application if some surface stains remain until all the finish is back to the original clean shiny finish.

• Do…Remove any excess polishing compound and polish out the stainl

• Do...Rinse thoroughly with fresh water after each cruise. Thorough rinsing can prevent a lot of the surface stainin that stainless steel produces when left in contact with salt water resi

• Do...Dry after each use to prevent mineral deposits from building up on the surface of the finish.

• Don’t...Scour the stainless. Scouring can damage the riginal finish.

• Most brands of cleansers contain chemical

which will affect the original high polish finish if left on the

tainl

• Don’t...Use a steel wool pad to clean your stainless. If

a more abrasive product is needed, use a stainless polishing paste being sure to rub in the paste with a clean rag. Steel wool pads have a tendency to break apart and

with a

finish for a mirror shin

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small particles of steel can become embedded in the surface and will rust and will give the appearance that the stainless itsel Following these recommendations for the care and cleaning of your stainless steel will help insure that it will provide you with many years of service

Chlorides

Today, chlorides are found in almost all soaps, deter-

ents, bleaches and cleansers; chlorides can be aggressive to stainless steel. However, chlorides are very water soluble. Therefore, THOROUGH RINSING of your bright work after each use will help to keep your stainless looking bright and shin

Scratche

Like many metallic surfaces, your stainless steel will scratch. These are merely usage scratches and over time will blend into the overall finish. Surface scratches can be polished out with a polishing paste but this can be a

engthy and work intense process.

7.2.7 Deck Hatches

is rusting.

7.2.9 Caulkin

All deck fitting, bow rails, windows, hatches, etc, have been caulked with the highest quality material to ensure a waterproof joint with the boat. However, normal use will

lex the joint and eventually break down the seal

Note: We recommend that all deck fittings, hatches, etc. be caulked periodically to prevent damaging leaks from developing.

7.3 Mechanical Systems and Components

efer to the manuals supplied by the boat component manufacturers for their recommended periodic maintenance. The manuals ma ment, in a listed in the following charts.

Note: In case of conflicts between the maintenance information in this manual and the manuals supplied by the equipment manufacturer, the equipment manuals take precedence.

7.3.1 Engine Gear Oi

on to, the minimum maintenance tasks

indicate maintenance require-

Wax the rubber nauba wax to ensure gasket material does not stick to its mating surface

7.2.8 Acrylic and Plexiglass

Important: Do not use glass cleaning sprays, scourin

ompounds, or solvents (such as acetone, gasoline, or

thinners) to clean acrylic or Plexiglass Following are guidelines for cleaning acrylic and Plexiglass

parts

Wash acrylic hatches, windows, and any other acrylic

ompounds with mild soap and plenty of lukewarm

* Use a clean, soft cloth.

Apply only a light pressure when cleaning. Rinse with clear water, and blot dry with a damp cloth

r chamoi

askets on all deck hatches with a car-

ee engine operating manual for recommended oils and

orrect procedures for checking and replenishing oil

7.3.2 Fuel Line Connections

heck all fuel line connections for leaks at least once a

ear.

Important: Be careful when tightening fittings. Over-tightening can crack the flair fittings and flair nuts. Use only tube wrenches when tightening connections.

ten as necessar

7.4 Periodic Maintenanc

roper and timely maintenance is the best insurance

ou can buy for trouble free and pleasurable boating. Incl identify maintenance tasks and their frequency. Use the

harts as a checklist. Followin

omplete after the first 20 hours of operation:

in this

are specific maintenance tasks that you should

intenance charts which

7.4

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boat so the canvas will clea

ails

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* Tighten all engine mounts

Complete engine maintenance as recommended b

ngine manufacturer

lon

enough to keep pressure off the gunwale. Do not

use cable slings. Pressure by the slings on the gunwale

an cause severe gelcoat crazing or more serious hull

damage.

Tighten all hose clamps and lubricate them

At the end of this chapter, you will find a maintenance schedule. It is important that you keep the manufactur-

r’s documentation for the components and follow the maintenance schedules and procedures listed in that literature. This information takes precedence over what is supplied by the boat manufacturer.

7.5 Storage and Liftin

In most cases, the reason for storage is winter layup. The information in this section is a general guide. Your boat dealer or a competent boatyard should prepare your boat for winter storage. If you are removing your boat from the water for another reason, use the information in this section as a guideline. Following the procedures in this section helps to extend the life of your boat and its

quipment and simplifies re-commencing in the spring. Indoor storage is beneficial if you are storing your boat in

a climate that produces ice and snow. However, the storage building should be adequately ventilated, not tightly

losed. Ventilation around the boat, is very important.

If you use outdoor storage facilities, cover your boat with a canvas cover with provisions for ventilation to keep the boat from “sweating.” Building a frame over the boat to support the canvas will allow the passage of air around the the

t. The frame should be a few inches wider than

r the r

The spreader bar at each sling should be as long as the

distance across the widest point the sling surrounds

Your boat is designed to be stored on a trailer with longitudinal support on at least 2 rails. This will help distribute the weight and prevent stress cracking from point loading.

7.5.2 Draining Your Boa

Your boat has a drain plug on the transom for drainin water from the bilges. The tongue of the trailer can be propped up so that the drain plug will be the lowest point and thereb

7.5.3 Preparing for Stora

* Clean, scrub, and sponge the hull and deck as soon as the boat is pulled from the water and is still in the trailer.

leaning marine growth from the hull is easier when it is

Clean the inside of all hull openings, through hull fittings, and screens. Inspect the hull and underwater

ear for signs of wear, deterioration, or damage. Note

any damage to the propulsion equipment, rudder and

enterboard, etc. Make repairs, if at all possible, before overing your boat

* Fill the fuel tank with treated fuel to prevent condensation. If you use a stabilizer or conditioner, be sure to

w the instructions on the container.

drain the bilge when opened

Before preparin

ondition of the boat and its systems and equipment. Note any repairs needed. The need for other repairs may become apparent durin ments to have the repairs completed.

7.5.1 Lifting Your Boa

Following are guidelines which will help prevent damage to your boat as it is being lifted.

Never hoist the boat with a greater than normal accumulation of water in the bilge.

Use flat, wide slings made of belting and spreader bars

our boat for winter storage, check the

winterization. Make arrange-

Important: Do not overfill fuel tanks so fuel flows from the vent. Allow room in the tanks for fuel to expand.

Prepare the Engine for Storage

In areas where temperatures fall below freezing, the

bilge area must be completely dry.

Note: Refer to the engine owner’s manual for winterization and storage procedures.

* Make sure all garbage is removed.

Scrub the inside of the boat.

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hil

off

* Stand or prop up cushions remaining on board to allow

ood air circulation around them. Hang life preserver and ther equipment to prevent mildew.

* Remove any detachable and valuable equipment and

lectroni

** Prepare Exterior of Boat for Storage

Apply a coat of wax to the entire boat. Put rust inhibitor

n all metal parts.

Cover the boat with a tarpaulin or mooring cover. If the

oat is stored outside, you may need to place supports

under the cover to shore up pockets where rain or snow

n collect.

7.5.4 Draining Your Boa

Your boat has a drain plug for draining water from the bilges. Prop the trailer tongue and remove the drain plu so that any water that may enter will drain

7.5.6 Supporting Your Boat During Stora

* Check all lines and gear and replace, if necessar

Make sure all drain plugs are installed. Check all cen-

terboard and rudder hardware for damage and tightness.

epair or adjust as needed.

Launch your boat

7.6.2 Post Launch Checkou

After launching your boat, check the following:

* Check all sources of possible leaks from bow to stern.

ake this check with boat fully in the water, but still in on

the trailer!

A trailer is the ideal support for your boat whenever it is not in the water. Properly designed and located, the trail-

r will support the boat under the main frames. Support at these points is essential for preventing damage to the hull.

If a trailer is not available, the boat may be supported

n two longitudinal timbers along the bottom of the boat. The timbers and the

nough to prevent any change in shape w the boat during storage. The weight carried by the supports should be evenly divided.

tore the boat with the bow up so any accumulation of

moisture will run

n must be

ntial

e supportin

7.6 Fitting out after Stora

Before launching your boat, do not load unneeded equipment and personal items until the launch and final check-

ut are complete

7.6.1 Pre-Launch Checkou

** Before placing your boat in the water, check and perform the followin

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Wax

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heck and tighten all

deck fittings Wash

hange engine gear oil

Inspect riggin

aily (after use

75hr

50hr

earl

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boat’s ste

beam:

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boa

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bility.

a mass of ballast bolted to

gzag

acks

lkhead:

boa

eference level on a cha

bea

eye.

Aback:

lee side.

Abaft: towards the

A at right angles to the center-line of the boat.

Aft

Amidships: the center of the boat, athwartships and fore

nd aft

Anti-fouling: a poisonous paint compound used to pro-

tect the underwater part of a hull from marine growths. Apparent wind: The direction and speed of the wind felt by the crew. It is a combination of true wind and that

reated by the movement of the boat.

Astern: behind the boat; to go astern is to drive the

Athwartships:at right angles to the fore and aft line of

the

ack: when a wind backs, it shifts anticlockwise.

Back a sail: to sheet it to windward so that the wind fills on the side that is normally to leeward Backstay: a stay that supports the mast from aft and

revents its forward movement. Ballast: extra weight, usually lead or iron, placed low in the boat or externa

allast kee

increase stability and prevent a keel boat from capsiz-

ng.

atten: a light, flexible strip fed into a batten pocket at

the leech of the sail to support the roach.

Beam: 1, the maximum breadth of a boat; 2, a trans-

verse member that supports the deck; 3, on the beam means that an object is at right angles to the centerline. Bear away: to steer the boat away from the wind

the direction of an object from an observer, measured

in de

Beat: to sail a zi

Belay: to make fast a rope around a cleat, usually with

a figure-of-eight knot.

end:1, to secure a sail to a spar before hoisting; 2, to

moor a boat; 3, a sleeping place on board

Bight:a bend or loop in a rope.

water collects. Block: a pulley in a wooden or plastic case, consist- ing of a sheave around which a rope runs. It is used to

hange the direction of pull.

Boot-topping:

the bottom paint and the topside ename

Bottlescrew: see Rigging screw.

r near the stern.

t in reverse.

rees true or magnetic.

on alternate t

e: the lower, round part inside the hull where the

il when the wind strikes it on the

rn.

on the keel to provide sta

the keel to

course towards the wind, close-

narrow colored stripe painted between

Broach

side to the wind and heels dan heavy following seas or helmsman’s error.

Broad reach:the point of sailing between a beam reach

and a run, when the wind blows over a quarter

athwartships

Caulk:to make the seams between wooden planks

watertight by filling with cotton, oakum or a compound.

Cavitation: the formation of a vacuum around a propel-

ler, causing a loss in efficiency.

Center-board:a board lowered through a slot in the

eel to reduce leewa

Center-line:center of the Center of effort (COE):the point at which all the forces

acting on the sails are concentrated

Center of lateral resistance (CLR): the underwater

enter of pressure about which a boat pivots when hanging course.

Chain pawl:a short lug which drops into a toothed rac

to prevent the anchor chain running back

Chain plate: a metal plate bolted to the boat to which

Chart datum: r

the tide is unlikely to fall. Soundings are given below try and area

Chine: the line where the bottom of the hull meets th side at an angle

Cleat: a wooden, metal or plastic fitting around which

rope is secured.

Clevis pin: a locking pin through which a split ring is

passed to prevent accidental withdraw

Clew: the after, lower center of a sail where the foot and Close-hauled: the point of sailing closest to the wind;

Close reach: the point of sailing between close-hauled

and a beam reach, when the wind blows forward of the

Close-winded

to the wind.

Coaming: the raised structure surrounding a hatch,

ockpit, etc., which prevents water enterin

Cotter pin: soft, metal pin folded back on itself to form

Course: the direction in which a vessel is steered, usu-

ally given in degrees; true, magnetic or compass

Cringle:1, a rope loop, found at either end of a line of

reef points; 2, an eye in a sail

when a boat running downwind slews broad-

erously. It is caused by

a partition wall in a boat normally fitted

t in a fore and aft line.

e shrouds or backstays are attache

rt below which

art datum. The datum level varies according to coun-

meet

also

escribes a boat able to sail very close

nter 18 • Glossar

he hull

face is smoothe

ead of

ical distance betwee

boom-ou

eadsa

oile

jib

ill

de.

Jury:

backbone of

boa

ead run: running with the wind blowing exactly aft, in

with the center-line.

lin

eviation: the difference between the direction indicat-

d by the compass needle and the magnetic meridian;

aused by object aboard.

splacement:1, the weight of water displaced by a

boat is equal to the weight of the boat; 2, a displacement hull is one that displaces its own weight in water and is only supported by buoyancy, as opposed to a planning hull which can exceed its hull, or displacement, speed.

ownhaul: a rope fitted to pull down a sail or spar. raft:the vertical distance from the waterline to the low-

st point of the keel.

rag: 1, an anchor drags when it fails to hole; 2, the

orce of wind on the sails, or water on the hull, which

impedes the boat’s progress.

rift:1, to float with the current or wind; 2, US the

speed of a current (rate UK); 3, UK: the distance a boat is carried by a current in a given time

rogue:a sea anchor put over the stern of a boat or life

raft to retard drift.

rop keel: a retractable keel which can be drawn into

, when entering shallow waters and recoverin

n to a trailer

e of the wind: direction from which the true win

ws.

Fair: well-faired line or sur bumps, hollows or abrupt changes in directions

airlead: a fitting through which a line is run to alter the

Fathom: the measurement used for depths of water and

len

Fid

sail-making, often hollow.

Fix: the position of the vessel as plotted from two or

more position lines.

Forestay:the foremost stay, running from the masthead

to the stemhead, to which the headsail is hanked. the top of the deck.

Genoa:a large headsail, in various sizes, which over-

laps the mainsail and is hoisted in light to fresh winds on all points of sailin

Gimbals: two concentric rings, pivoted at right angles,

which keeps objects horizontal despite the boat’s motion, e. g. compass and cooker.

the lin

ths or rope. 1 fathom = 6 ft. or 1.83m.

a tapered tool used for splicing heavy rope and for

e: a raised border for a cabin table, chart table

tc., to prevent objects falling off when the boat heels

reeboard: vert

r with no

n the waterline and

Go about

to chan

Gooseneck: the fitting attaching the boom to the mast,

allowing it to move in all directions

Goosewing: to

run by using a whisker pole to hold the sail on the oppo-

ite side to the mainsail.

Ground tackle Guard rail: a metal rail fitted around the boat to prevent

the crew falling overboard.

Gudgeon:a rudder fitting. It is the eye into which the

intle fits.

Guy:a steadying rope for a spar; a spinnaker guy con-

trols the fore and aft position of the spinnaker pole; the foreguy holds the spinnaker pole forward and down.

Gybe:to change from one tack to another by turning

the stern through the wind

alyard: rope used to hoist and lower sails. Hank: fitting used to attach the luff of a sail to a sta Hatch: an opening in the deck giving access to the inte-

rior.

Hawes pipe: see Navel pipe. Head-topwind:when the bows are pointing right into

the wind.

Headfoil: a streamlined surround to a forestay, with a

roove into which a headsail luff slides.

eads: the t Headway: the forward movement of a boat through the

water.

eave-to:to back the

used in heavy weather to encourage the boat to lie qui-

tly and to reduce headway.

eaving line: a light line suitable for throwing ashore. Heel: to lean over to one si

sobars: lines on a weather map joining places of equal

atmospheric pressure.

ackstay: a line running fore and aft, on both sides of

the boat, to which safety harnesses are clipped

Keel: the main

eel is bolted or through which the centerboard passes.

Kicking strap:a line used to pull the boom down, to

eep it horizontal, particularly on a reach or run

anyard: a short line attached to one object, such as a

nife, with which it is secured to another

to turn the boat through the eye of the wind

e tack.

t the h

eneral term used for anchoring gear.

and lash the t

a temporary device to replace lost or damage

the

il to windward on a

er to leeward;

t to which a ballast

nter 18 • Glossar

a shore o

’

uff of a headsa

fed.

sudde

boa

socke

base o

ocated.

pipe:

ose-hauled.

ade fas

ades.

boa

ligh

idi

ligh

eech: 1, the after edge of a triangle sail; 2, both side

dges of a square sail.

eehelm:the tendency of a boat to bear away from the

win

ee shore eeward:away from the wind; the direction to which the

wind blows.

eeway:the sideways movement of a boat off its

ourse as a result of the wind blowing on one side of

the sail

ifeline: a wire or rope rigged around the deck to pre-

vent the crew falling overboard.

imber holes: gaps left at the lower end of frames

above the keel to allow water to drain to the lowest point

f the bilges.

ist: a boat’s more or less permanent lean to one side,

wing to the improper distribution of weight, e.g., ballast r water

og: 1, an instrument for measuring a boat’s speed and

distance traveled through the water; 2, to record in a book the details of a voyage, usually distances covered

nd weather

uff: the forward edge of a sail. To luff up is to turn a

s head right into the wind

boat Luff groove: a groove in a wooden or metal spar into which the l

urch: the

arlin spike:a pointed steel or wooden spike used to

pen up the strands of rope or wire then splicing.

ast Step:the

easured mile: a distance of one nautical mile mea-

sured between buoys or transits/ranges ashore, and marked on the chart.

ember:a part of the skeleton of the hull, such as a

stringer laminated into fiberglass hull to strengthen it

eridian:an imaginary line encircling the Earth that

passes throu through the Equator. All lines of longitude are meridians.

izzen: 1, the shorter, after-mast on a ketch or yawl; 2,

the fore and aft sail set on this mast

avel

the anchor chain passes to the locker below.

Noon Sight: a vessel’s latitude can be found, using a

sextant, when a heavenly body on the observer’s meridian is at its greatest altitude. The sight of the sun at noon is the one most frequently taken.

h the poles and cuts at right angles

a metal pipe in the foredeck through which

n to which the wind blows.

il is

n roll of a

t in which the

f the mast i

Off the wind: with the sheets slacked off, not close-

hauled.

On the wind Out haul:a rope used to pull out the foot of a sail. Overall length (OAL): the boat’s extreme length, mea-

sured from the foremost past of the bow to the aftermost part of the stern, excluding bowspirt, self-steering gear

ainter:the bow line by which a dinghy, or tender, is

towed or m

ntle: a rudder fitting with a long pin that fits into the

udgeon to form a hinged pivot for the rudder.

itch: 1, the up and down motion of the bows of a boat

plunging over the waves; 2, the angle of the propeller

oint of sailing:the different angles from which a boat

may sail; the boat’s course relative to the direction of th

wind.

ort: the left-hand side of the boat, looking forward

opp. of starboard).

ort tack:a boat is on a port tack when the wind strikes

the port side

oat on the port tack gives way to a boat on a starboar

tack.

osition line/ Line of position: a line drawn on a chart,

as a result of taking a bearing, along which the boat’s position must be, i.e. two position lines give a fix.

ulpit: a metal guard rail fitted at the bows of a boat to

provide safety for the crew.

ushpit:a metal guard rail fitted at the stern.

Quarter:the portion of the boat midway between the

stern and the beam; on the quarter means about 45 degrees abaft the beam

Rake: the fore and aft deviation from the perpendicular

f a mast or other feature of a

Range:1, see transit; 2, of tides, the difference between

the high and low water levels of a tide; 3, the distance at which a Rating: a method of measuring certain dimensions of a

acht to enable it to take part in handicap races

each: to sail with the wind approximately on the beam;

all sailing points between running and close-hauled.

Reef: to reduce the sail area by folding or rolling surplus

material on the boom or forestay.

Reefing pennant:strong line with which the luff or

leech cringle is pulled down to the boom when reefin

umb line: a line cutting all mer

angle; the course followed by a boat sailing in a fixed

irection.

usually hoisted on the forestay, to show that a boat

irst and the mainsail is out to starboard. A

t can be seen.

ans at the same

t to anchor

t: an all-around white

nter 18 • Glossar

(

eased

igging:

a valve

light li

oss

head sail.

boa

board tac

board side first and

boo

frames

Tack:

des of

Tacking

iling cl

courses so

Tack p

eadsa

off

deck.

Tackle:

Tang:

Tide:

Topsides:

under 50 ft. (15m.)is at anchor. It must be visible for 2

3 km.).

mls.

ng screw:a deck fitting with which the tensions of

standing rigging, e.g. stays, shrouds, etc. are adjusted.

Roach:the curved part of the leech of a sail that

xtends beyond the direct line from head to clew. Run: to run with the wind aft and with the sheets well out

unning r

and halyards, used in the setting and trimming of sails.

Scope: the length of rope or cable paid out when mor anchorin Scuppers: 1, holes in the toe rail that allow water to drain off the deck; 2, drain cockpit through hull.

Seacock

utlet passing through the hull.

Seize: to bind two ropes together, or a rope to a spar,

with a

Serve: to cover and protect a splice or part of a rope

with twine bound ti

Serving mallet: tool with a grooved head, used when

serving a rope to keep the twine at a constant and high tension

Set: 1, to hoist a sail; 2, the way in which the sails fit; 3,

the direction of tidal current or steam.

Shackle

nd; of various shapes: D, U

Sheave:a grooved wheel in a block or spar for a rope

to run on.

Sheet

boom, enabling it to be controlled or trimmed.

Shrouds

mast to the chain plates at deck level to prevent the mast falling sideways; part of the standing rigging.

Sloop:a single-masted sailing boat with a mainsail and

Spar: a general term for any wooden or metal pole,

.g., mast or boom, used to carry or give shape to sails.

Spindrift: spray blown along the surface of the sea. Spinnaker: a large, light, balloon shaped sail set when

reaching or running.

Splice: to join ropes or wire by unlaying the strands an

interweaving them.

Split pin:see cotter pin. Spreaders: horizontal struts attached to the mast, whic

xtends to the shrouds and help to support the mast. Stall: a sail stalls when the airflow over it breaks up,

ausing the boat to lose wa

Stanchion:upright metal post bolted to the deck to sup-

port guardrails or lifelines.

Standing part: the part of a line not used when making

a metal link with a removable bolt acr

the rope attached to the clew of a sail or to the

ropes or wires, usually in pairs, led from the

all the moving lines, such as sheets

that shuts off an underwater inlet or

ne.

htly against the la

the

a knot; the part o

h the knot is tied.

whi

Standing rigging:the shrouds and stays that are per-

manently set up and support the mast

Starboard: right-hand side of a boat looking forward

opp. of port

Starboard tack: a

wind strikes the star to the port

Stay: wire or rope which supports the mast in a fore and

aft direction; part of the standing rigging.

Steerage way:a boat has steerage way when it has

sufficient speed to allow it to be steered, or to answer the helm.

Stem: the timer at the bow, from the keel upward, to

which the planking is attached.

Sternway: the backward, stern-first movement of a

Stringer: a fore and aft member, fitted to strengthen the

1, the lower forward corner of a sail; 2, to turn the

boat through the wind so that it blows on the opposite

the sails.

: working to windward by sa

n alternate

the boat, then on the other

ennant: a length of wire with an eye in each end,

to raise the tack of a h

the

a purchase system comprising of rope and

blocks that is used to gain mechanical advantage

a strong metal fitting by which standing rigging is

attached to the mast or other spar.

ender of dinghy: a small boat used to ferry stores and

people to a yacht.

erminal fitting: fitting at the end of a wire rope b

which a shroud or stay can be attached to the mast, a

or a rigging screw/ turnbuckle.

tan

the vertical rise and fall of the oceans caused by

the gravitational attraction of the moon.

oe rail: a low strip of metal or molding running around

the edge of the deck

opping lift: a line from the masthead to a spar, nor-

mally the boom, which is used to raise it. waterline.

rack:1, the course a boat has made good; 2, a fittin

n the mast or boom into which the slides on a sail fit; , a fitting along which a traveller runs, used to alter the

angle of the sheets

ransit: two fixed objects are in transit when seen in

a rope that is made fast, or around

t is the star

that the wind is first on one side

il some distance

the part of a boat’s hull that is above the

k when th

the

ose-haule

m is out

nter 18 • Glossar

bed wate

boa

(

boat o

Winch:

jib sh

Windl

line; two transit give position fix

raveller: 1, a ring or hoop that can be hauled along a

spar; 2, a fitting that slides in a track and is used to alter the angle of the sheets. Trim: 1, to adjust the angle of the sails, by means of sheets, so that they work most efficiently; 2, to adjust the boat’s load, and thus the fore and aft angle at which it floats.

rue wind: the direction and speed of the wind felt

when stationary, at anchor or on land.

urnbuckle: see Rigging screw.

nder way:a boat is under way when it is not made

ast to shore, at anchor or aground.

haul: a line used to raise something vertically, e.g.,

the spinnaker pole.

eer: 1, the wind veers when it shifts in clockwise direc-

tion; 2, to pay out anchor cable or rope in a gradual,

ontrolled way.

Wake: the distur Waterline:the line along the hull at which a boat floats Waterline length (WL): the length of a boat from stem

to stern at the waterline. It governs the maximum speed

displacement hull and effects a boats rating.

eather helm

Weather side: the side of a

blowin

Wetted surface:the area of the hull under water. Whisker pole:

a headsail when running.

a mechanical device, consisting usually of a metal drum turned by a handle, around which a line is wound to give the crew more purchasing power when

auling taut a line, e.g. a

Windage:those parts of a boat that increase drag, e.g.,

rigging, spars, crew, etc

ass:

handle, used to haul up the anchor chain

Windward: the direction from which the wind blows;

towards the wind (opp. of leeward).

Yawl:a two masted boat with a mizzen stepped aft of

the rudder stock

opp. of lee helm).

light pole used to hold out the clew of

winch with a horizontal shaft and a vertical

post.

r left astern of a

n which the wind is

eet.

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