Hunter H15, Operator'S Manual

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Page 2: ...ope that you will take 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 ging be sure to complete and return to the Original Equipment Manufacturers OEM warranty cards to activate the individual warranties for ...

Page 3: ...er has included everything to make ours the most complete sailing vessel on the market today How to Use this Manual Many 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 Tab...

Page 4: ...n 2 Documents and Forms 2 Documents and Forms 3 Warranty 3 Warranty 4 Boating Safety 4 Boating Safety 5 Sails and Rigging 5 Sails and Rigging 6 Getting Underway 6 Getting Underway 7 Maintenance 7 Maintenance 8 Glossary 8 Glossary Operator s Manual at a Glance ...

Page 5: ...gnals 4 12 Lightning Illustration 4 14 Deck Arrangement 4 15 General Arangement 4 16 Dimensions and Capacities 4 17 Deck Hardware 4 18 5 Sails and Rigging 5 1 5 1 Main Rig Components 5 2 5 2 The Mast 5 2 5 3 The Boom 5 2 5 4 The Sails 5 2 5 5 Reefing Instructions 5 2 5 6 Shaking Out a Reef 5 3 f 5 7 Spinnaker Option 5 3 5 8 Protecting your Rigging 5 4 Sailplans Sail Specification 5 5 Standing Rigg...

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Page 7: ...Introduction Introduction H18 H18 Chapter 1 Chapter 1 V1 010610 P N 1036242 ...

Page 8: ...ipment Understand and follow the rules of the road Learn how to navigate a boat in all sea and weather conditions Register 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 Navigation Seamanship and boat handling Rules of ...

Page 9: ... of Beaufort 4 or less REF EN ISO 12217 1 3 Dealer s Responsibilities 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 features instruments and controls of your boat An orientation in the general operation and mechanical systems of your boat An explanation of the Hunter CSI Program and Hot Alert proces...

Page 10: ...ntifying factor and must be included in all correspondence and orders Failure to include it creates delays Also of vital importance are the engine serial numbers and part numbers when writ ing about or ordering parts for your engine Refer to the engine manufacturers manuals for locations of engine serial numbers and record them for future reference US HUNPCXXXDXXX Hull Number format US country ori...

Page 11: ...6 or internationally you can call 01 305 824600 To find repair and parts facilities for the equipment installed on your boat refer to the manual for that component If a problem is not handled to your satisfaction Discuss 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 ma...

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Page 13: ...V1 010610 P N 1036242 and Documents Documents Forms Forms H18 H18 Chapter 2 Chapter 2 ...

Page 14: ...will make your boat seeable because it tells prospective buyers that you have taken good care of your boat The ACCIDENT REPORT No one likes to think about T T 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 includ...

Page 15: ... Hunter Marine This should insure that you are following the manufacturer s recommendations for proper maintenance and up keep We strongly recommend that all owners complete a Power Squadron course followed with a complementary boat inspection before leaving the dock To locate a Power Squadron in your area please visit www usps org Reviewing and familiarizing yourself with the Chapman s Piloting M...

Page 16: ... pins inspected for wear tear corrosion and cracking ____ Manual wind indicator installed on masthead ____ Headsail furling system installed inspected per manufacturers recommendation ____ Running rigging inspected for wear and tear ____ Mast step stand up blocks secured and operational ____ Main Sail jib sail inspected for wear and tear ____ Specified pre bend and diagonal tensions attained in ma...

Page 17: ...loose gear After Sailing Checklist When leaving your Hunter at the dock for more than a short time it is a good idea to review the following checklist to make sure 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 bag ____ Remove and stow all portable deck har...

Page 18: ... BEFORE STARTING T T ENGINES 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 and is in...

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Page 22: ...rms Several copies may be required to complete each of the following categories Chapman s Piloting recommended operating techniques maintenance inspections and safety points for my particular boat length and type of sailing 2 10 ...

Page 23: ...DC 071609 Limited Limited Warranty Warranty Chapter 3 Chapter 3 ...

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Page 25: ...any part manufactured by Hunter will be free of defects caused by faulty work manship or materials for a period of twelve 12 months from the date of delivery to the first use pur chaserundernormaluseandservice Duringthisperiod asthesoleandexclusiveremedy Hunter s obligation under the warranty is limited to the repair or replacement of any such defective part LIMITED FIVE YEAR HULL STRUCTURE AND BO...

Page 26: ...orized by Hunter in advance and be based on a reasonable number of hours as determined by Hunter Hunter will not pay transportation hauling launching bottom paint storage dockage cradling rental rigging and derigging or other similar costs It is recommended that the repair be done during a seasonal haul out for service or storage PLEASE KEEP THIS MANUAL IN A SAFE PLACE AND HAND IT OVER TO THE NEW ...

Page 27: ...ILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE WHETHER ARISING BY LAW CUSTOM CONDUCT OR USAGE OF TRADE SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW LIMITATIONS ON HOW LONG AN IMPLIED WARRANTY LASTS SO THE ABOVE LIMITATION MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU IN THE EVENT 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 ...

Page 28: ... OF THE HULL OR TRANSOM THIS NUMBER MUST BE GIVEN IN ALL NECESSARY CORRESPONDENCE HULL NO DATE DELIVERED TO OWNER YACHT NAME OWNER NAME STREET ADDRESS CITY STATE COUNTRY ZIP CODE HOME PORT ENGINE MODEL SERIAL NO PROPELLER SIZE DEALER PHONE STREET ADDRESS CITY STATE COUNTRY ZIP CODE CUSTOMER SERVICE WARRANTY ...

Page 29: ...995 and later hull numbers the limited warranties will be transferred to a subsequent pur chaser of the boat if 1 A notice of the transfer of ownership of the boat is given by the subsequent purchaser in writing to Hunter within thirty 30 days of the transfer 2 The notice shall include the name address and telephone number of the subsequent pur chaser the date of purchase the hull number and the n...

Page 30: ... warranty expires d __________ A M A M Should you require assistance at any time during ownership we encourage you to contact your S A S A Hunter dealer or to call us directly at 386 462 3077 S A S A Please confirm the information at the bottom of the page and advise us if any corrections are required _____________________________________ Customer Service Manager Hull No HUN_______________________...

Page 31: ...nd fiberglass grid system are covered by the five year limited warranty 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 and struts are not cov ...

Page 32: ... covered only by the one year limited warranty They are not covered by the five year limited warranty All fiberglass tabbing over lays 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 Internal fiberglass pan and fiberglass grid system are covered by the five year limited warranty ...

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Page 34: ...iliar with the operating and safety procedures and precautions in this manual and the other manuals in the owner s packet before you launch your new boat 4 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 boating gear regularly Important Federal law requires you the o...

Page 35: ... Guard Auxiliary for details 4 1 4 Rules of the Road Navigating a boat is much the same as driving an automo bile Operating either one responsibly means complying with a set of rules intended to prevent accidents Just as you assume other car drivers know what they are doing other boaters assume you know what you are doing As a responsible yachtsman you will comply with the Rules of the Road the ma...

Page 36: ...d in serviceable condition 4 2 Carbon Monoxide Hazard See enclosed brochure concerning Carbon Monoxide poison ing and preventing As all responsible yachtsmen know there are unseen 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 can be harmful or fatal if inhaled Its name is CARBON MONIXIDE...

Page 37: ...O are cumulative and can be just as lethal Certain health related problems and age increases the effects of CO People who smoke or are exposed to high concentrations of cigarette smoke consume alcohol or have lung or heart disorders are particularly susceptible to an increase in the effects from CO However the health of all of the boat s occupants should be considered Physical exertion accelerates...

Page 38: ... There should be no large openings where CO could enter the cabin 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 Finally because poorly running engines produce exces sive CO make sure engines and generators are tuned up They should run smoot...

Page 39: ...aust from another vessel that is docked beached or anchored alongside your boat can emit poisonous carbon monoxide gas into the cabin and cockpit of your boat Even with properly vent ed exhaust your boat should be a minimum of 20 feet from the nearest boat that is running a generator or engine Slow speeds or idling in the water can cause carbon monoxide gas to accumulate in the cabin cockpit bridg...

Page 40: ...oxide gas within the cabin and cockpit areas of your boat Always provide adequate ventilation and redistribute the load to lower the boat angle Figure 4 6 When protective weather coverings are in place engine or generator exhaust from your boat while docked and or running can cause excessive accumulation of Carbon Monoxide gas within the cabin and cockpit areas of your boat Always provide adequate...

Page 41: ...NG To reduce the risk of Carbon Monoxide poisoning test the alarm s operation after the boat has been in stor age before each trip and once a week during use DO NOT attempt to test the alarm by any other means than by using the Test Reset button DO 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 wor...

Page 42: ...t you to the presence of Carbon Monoxide Make regular visual inspections of all fuel burning equip ment including gas water heaters kitchen gas stoves space heaters gas dryers or other pilots Check the color of the flame The color should be blue Make regular visual inspections of the engine and gen erator exhaust systems Cracked exhaust systems can allow Carbon Monoxide to enter the living area Pr...

Page 43: ...at s hull prepare to plug the fracture once the boats are sepa rate 4 3 6 Running Aground If your boat runs aground check everyone for injury and inspect damage to the boat or propellers If lightly grounded shift weight of passengers or gear to heel the boat while reversing engines If towing becomes neces sary we recommend using a commercial towing service 4 3 7 Swamped or Capsized Boat If your bo...

Page 44: ...al signal of 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 you have trouble Never send a MAYDAY message unless there is a serious emergency and you are in need of immediately assistance 4 5 2 Visual Distress Signals The U S Coast Guard requires that all boats operat ing on U ...

Page 45: ...rs in length to 20 meters 65 Light Arc Color Visible Range Masthead Light 225 Wht 2 Starboard 112 5 Grn 1 Port Sidelight 112 5 Red 1 Sternlight 135 Wht 2 The arc of the lights and color allows you to determine the direction a vessel is moving How good are your lights You should test them to see how visible you might be at night Whether on a trailer or at the marina switch on your lights and see ho...

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Page 49: ...ft 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 Hunter 18 Boating Safety 4 17 ...

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Page 54: ...n 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...

Page 55: ...headstay and then back on the other side of the boat outside the shrouds to the turning block positioned just 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 by heading off to a square run Leave the mainsail fully out during the hoisting procedure as it will blanket the spinnaker and keep it from f...

Page 56: ...7 1 Sail Care Sunlight is a sail s worst enemy so cover the mainsail when not in use An ultraviolet guard fitted down the leech of a roller headsail will protect the exposed part from the weathering effect of the sun and from dirt and grit Mildew can be prevented by storing sails dry and by hand washing twice a season Check all sails regularly for chafe particularly where they chafe on deck fittin...

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Page 62: ...Hunter 18 Sails and Rigging 5 10 SPREADER TIPS SHOULD BE APPROX 52 TIP TO TIP Mast Upper Spreader Details pp p ...

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Page 72: ...h would indicate the presence of deadly Carbon Monoxide gas The dangers of Carbon Monoxide are detailed at length in the Boating Safety Chapter 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 your 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 g...

Page 73: ...n Carbon Monoxide This is a poisonous gas and can cause death Shut down engines immediately 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 Underway Verify that you have up to date safety equipment Make sure you have the required safety equipment for your passengers ...

Page 74: ...f 6 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 topping lift being tight With the main sheeted in hard the topping lift should have eight to ten inches of sag and should be adjusted accordingly 7 After a day of sailing the sails should be lowered furled in while again powering into the wind...

Page 75: ...red to engage in Emergency Operations aboard your boat The sea is unforgiving in this area and you can find yourself in very bad trouble in a very short time even if you are prepared Do not rely on this manual to educate you in all the emergency procedures aboard your boat Always insure that you and all aboard know the outlines for emergency operations ...

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Page 78: ...spare parts on board your boat Pull start chord for engine if installed Assorted fasteners 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 7 2 Exterior 7 2 1 Care and Maintenance During Summer Months ...

Page 79: ... the area with soap and water and apply a good coat of wax 7 2 6 Stainless Steel Your Boat Hardware is made from top quality stainless steel and with proper care and maintenance will give you many years of service Mirror 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 th...

Page 80: ... cleaning Rinse with clear water and blot dry with a damp cloth or chamois 7 2 9 Caulking 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 flex the joint and eventually break down the seal Note We recommend that all deck fittings hatches etc be caulked periodically to prevent damagi...

Page 81: ...ing Your Boat 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 accu mulation of water in the bilge Use flat wide slings made of belting and spreader bars long enough to keep pressure off the gunwale Do not use cable slings Pressure by the slings on the gunwale can cause severe gelcoat crazing or more serious ...

Page 82: ...s Support at these points is essential for preventing damage to the hull If a trailer is not available the boat may be supported on two longitudinal timbers along the bottom of the boat The timbers and the foundation must be substantial enough to prevent any change in shape while supporting the boat during storage The weight carried by the sup ports should be evenly divided Store the boat with the...

Page 83: ...Hunter 18 Maintenance 7 7 Routine Maintenance Item Daily after use 75hr 250hr Yearly Check and tighten all deck fittings X X Wash X X Wax X Change engine gear oil X Inspect rigging X X ...

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Page 86: ...narrow colored stripe painted between the bottom paint and the topside enamel Bottlescrew see Rigging screw Broach when a boat running downwind slews broad side to the wind and heels dangerously It is caused by 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 Bulkhead a partition wall in a boat normally fitt...

Page 87: ...ps the mainsail and is hoisted in light to fresh winds on all points of sailing Gimbals two concentric rings pivoted at right angles which keeps objects horizontal despite the boat s motion e g compass and cooker Go about to turn the boat through the eye of the wind to change tack Gooseneck the fitting attaching the boom to the mast allowing it to move in all directions Goosewing to boom out the h...

Page 88: ...Off the wind with the sheets slacked off not close hauled On the wind close hauled 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 etc P Painter the bow line by which a dinghy or tender is towed or made fast Pintle a rudder fitting wi...

Page 89: ...ose way 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 knot the part of a rope that is made fast or around which the knot is tied 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 boat is...

Page 90: ...disturbed water left astern of a boat 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 of displacement hull and effects a boats rating Weather helm opp of lee helm Weather side the side of a boat on which the wind is blowing Wetted surface the area of the hull under water Whisker pole ...