Hunter Marine Hunter 23, Owner'S Manual

HUNTER/LEGEND Owner’s Manual 

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1.

Using a mild detergent solution, clean repair area completely of wax, dirt or oil, 
and dry completely.  

2.

To patch "spider web" or hairline cracks, begin by widening the crack so that it 
will hold putty.  This is most easily done with an electric drill or router equipped 

with a V-shaped grinding bit.  Also, cut one-quarter inch or so beyond the end of 
each crack to relieve any stress. 

3.

Brush away all dust from the crack. 

4.

Mix gel coat with filler powder to form a creamy consistency.  Mix more than 

enough patching compound to do the job and stir to a smooth blend. 

5.

Temperatures should be in the 60s or above, or a heat lamp should be used for 

application. 

6.

Using a putty knife, work the mixture firmly into the crack to eliminate air 

bubbles.  Leave an excess of about one-sixteenth of an inch above the surface of 
the crack to allow for shrinkage. Wet sand and buff (with compound) the repaired 
area. 

TEAK CARE: 

Teak wood is an extremely durable wood with high oil content.  To maintain that 

durable quality it should be given a coat of teak oil once a year or more in northern 
climates and twice a year or more in tropical climates. 

Teak can be allowed to weather out, as seen on many boats, but this will eventually 

lead to cracking and splitting. 

If you wish to maintain your teak with varnish, resin or urethane, a sealer should be 

applied after cleaning and sanding.  Complete finishing procedures can be obtained 
from your marine finish products manufacturer or supplier. 

FABRIC CARE: 

Cushions  should  be  removed  and  stored  at  home  if  possible.    If  not,  prop  them 

vertically to promote airflow around each cushion. 

WINCH MAINTENANCE: 

Follow the maintenance instructions prescribed by the winch manufacturer. 

GENERAL HARDWARE MAINTENANCE: 

Check all fittings regularly to be sure screws are tight.  Occasionally lubricate all 

moving parts on such fittings as blocks, turnbuckles and cam cleats, as well as the 
locking pins of snatch blocks, track slides, spinnaker poles, etc. 

Inspect chocks, cleats and fairleads for roughness and smooth 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 protective covers manufactured for that purpose.