Whittaker 299, Owner'S Manual

Page 1: ......

Page 2: ......

Page 3: ...n all products of the company were in full production In 1965 Columbia was credited with the manufacture of the largest production fiberglass sailboat in existence The new William Tripp designed Columbia 50 was a phenomenal success in design and racing wins and the overwhelming demand for the product helped to boost Columbia into the leadership position in the sailboat industry In 1967 Columbia be...

Page 4: ...lumbia product line and the brand name discontinued Today Columbia has become a grand old name in the sailboat industry Columbia products are produced in Australia Japan and Spain under license agreements and Columbia products are being sold throughout the world through a growing strong network of Columbia dealers The Columbia family of satisfied and enthusiastic owners over the years whether in r...

Page 5: ...st 2 4 Thru Hull Penetrations 3 SPARS RIGGING AND HARDWARE 3 1 Mast Tune on Commissioning 3 2 Mainsail Gear 3 3 Genoa Gear 3 4 Optional Spinnaker Gear 3 5 Optional Boom Vang 3 6 Optional Reefing Gear 4 ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS 4 1 Basic Electrical System 4 1 1 Bonding System 4 1 2 Battery Condition Indicator 4 1 3 Battery Maintenance 4 2 Operation of 12 Volt D C System 4 2 1 Standard 12 Volt D C System ...

Page 6: ... 4 Stopping 5 7 Winterization 5 8 Optional Diesel 5 8 1 Bleeding 5 8 2 Engine Control 5 8 3 Instruments 5 8 4 Break in Procedures 5 8 5 Running the Engine 6 PLUMBING SYSTEMS 6 1 Thru Hulls 6 2 Fresh Water System 6 2 1 Sinks 6 2 2 Optional Hot and Cold Pressure Water System 6 2 3 Optional Shower 6 3 Manual Bilge Pump 6 4 Marine Toilet 6 4 1 Optional Holding Tank Dockside 6 4 2 Optional Holding Tank...

Page 7: ...ellaneous 9 SAILING TIPS 9 1 Basic Keelboat Sailors Library 9 2 Miscellaneous Publications 10 DIAGRAMS 10 1 Interior Arrangements 10 2 Sailplan and Sail Data 10 3 Deck Hardware 10 4 Rigging List 10 5 Electrical Schematic 10 6 Fuel System 10 7 Engine Installation 10 8 Plumbing ...

Page 8: ...rall Designed Load Waterl1ne Length Beam Draft Displacement Ballast Rig Maximum Cabin Headroom Sleeping Capacity Vertical Clearance Designer Columbia 8 7 299 28 7 23 2 10 0 4 8 8 500 lbs 3 500 lbs Sloop 6 1 5 41 3 Alan Payne 8 7 m 7 1 m 3 0 m 1 4 m 3 900 kg 1 600 kg 1 85 m 12 6 m ...

Page 9: ...______ __________________ Gear Model MS Gear Ratio 2 5 1 1 91 1 c Batteries 105 amp hr one standard one optional d Propeller Shaft Material Stainless Steel Diameter Inches Length 48 75 inches e Propeller Material Bronze Style Solid 2 Blade Rotation Right hand Left Hand with Diesel Option f Fuel Capacity 20 Gallons g Water Capacity Port 30 Gall g Sail Area 100 Foretriangle 231 sq ft Main 185 sq ft ...

Page 10: ...Discharge Engine Cooling Intake Galley Sink Discharge Engine Exhaust Bilge Pumps Scuppers Rudder Stock Propeller Shaft Seal Seacock Seacock Seacock Seacock Seacock None Above LWL None Above LWL Stuffing Box Stuffing Box Access Sink Cabinet Lower Locker Door Sink Cabinet Lower Locker Door Locker Bin Below Galley Sink Locker Bin Below Galley Sink Cockpit Seat and Lazarette Locker Cockpit Seat and La...

Page 11: ...sion A person should be able to deflect the shrouds a couple of inches with a light pull or push at about chest height The rigging should not be set up exceptionally tight The backstay can then be adjusted to a position that would be used in light air sailing Next adjust the forward lowers so that they have about one inch more play than the uppers Finally adjust the aft lowers so that they have se...

Page 12: ... giving ample power to adjust foot tension when under sail The outhaul is controlled from the bottom of the boom near the gooseneck to allow adjustment even when the boom is eased such as on a broad reach The mainsheet consists of a six part tackle terminating at a cam cleat on the traveller car The ball bearing traveller is conveniently located on the bridge deck Athwartship control is achieved b...

Page 13: ... is almost doubled Genoa Gear consists of a braided tail stainless steel halyard with halyard winch sheets inboard adjustable fairlead blocks two speed primary winches and related cleats Snatch blocks can be added as outboard fairleads by attachment to the perforated toe rail Due to the large loads imposed on Genoa sheets it is important that the angle from a sheet fairlead block does not impart a...

Page 14: ...innaker hoist Height of the inboard end of the pole can be adjusted with a control line which secures on a mast cleat A thumbscrew I also provided on the pole car as an auxiliary means of locking the pole in position The spinnaker halyard leads to a cleat on the port side of the mast In beam reaching conditions when the pole is eased forward near the headstay very high compression stresses may be ...

Page 15: ... to the aft adjustable eye and the long reef line to the forward adjustable eye on the boom They are then reeved through the first and second reef cringles in the same manner as the flattening reef To operate the flattening reef ease the sheet slightly and pull the reef line till the boom is drawn up to the flattening cringle and then resheet The main cunningham should be adjusted in conjunction t...

Page 16: ...ard mooring cleat After easing the halyard the tack reef cringle is hauled down to the stemhead and secured and then the halyard is retighten and the sail sheeted in Alternately although there is less control on the sail during the reefing process the halyard may be eased and the tack reef cringle slipped over the opposite tack hook to secure it ...

Page 17: ...e activating the electrical system use the Battery Condition Indicator to ascertain the condition or your batteries The boat is completely wired when it leaves the factory with the exception of the mast harness hookup When the mast is stepped the polarized connector in the mast should be joined with the mating connector protruding from the deck mast step When the mast is unstepped the mast harness...

Page 18: ...FF BAT 1 or BAT 2 positions the meter will read the condition of the battery towards which you index the Toggle Test Switch Note that panel and meter illumination is also provided by this same Toggle Test switch Before activating the electrical system check the condition of both batteries and then select the strongest battery for engine starting Index the Master Switch to the strong battery and th...

Page 19: ... acid are different a measure of the specific gravity obtained by a hydrometer gives an accurate indication of the state of charge Therefore it is recommended that specific gravity measurements be made periodically As a general guide the normal range for full charge is between 1 220 and 1 280 For maximum battery life the following care is recommended First maintain a constant level of charge check...

Page 20: ...eries and store them in a warm dry location The Running Lights switch activates the red and green lensed lights forward and the white 12 point stern light aft When under sail at night these are the only navigation lights that should be shown except for the shining of a white light on the sails if you feel there is a real need for greater recognition The Bow Light switch is for the 20 point white l...

Page 21: ...ought to the boat by making use of a Shore Power cord plugged into a suitable 30 amp AC receptacle on the dock and the Shore Power receptacle on the boat located aft in the cockpit The recommended procedure for making this connection is as follows 1 Set the two A C Main Breakers to OFF 2 If the receptacle on the dock includes a disconnect switch set it to OFF 3 Connect the Cable first to the yacht...

Page 22: ...electrical equipment when washing down decks 4 Keep children away from cables inputs and electrical equipment 5 Use only 3 wire grounded portable appliances on board 6 Make frequent inspections of cables appliance cords and outlets and have them repaired or replaced immediately if any signs of wear deterioration or overheating appear Do not use any electrical equip ment that is known or suspected ...

Page 23: ...4 3 2 CONTINUED This minimizes the possibility or damage to the alternator that could occur if the battery charger is left on when the engine is operated ...

Page 24: ...equently inspecting to assure that no deterioration or loosening of joints has resulted from vibration and root traffic The prudent skipper can relax and enjoy his yacht taking comfort in the knowledge that his fuel and electric systems are maintained in excellent condition 5 1 1 FUEL TANK The aluminum fuel tank is mounted under the forward end of the cockpit sole with the fill cap on deck and ven...

Page 25: ...uld be replaced every 100 hours or once a season whichever comes first Presence or water should be checked on a daily operating basis and draining should be done as required Refer to the engine instruction manual for maintenance of the engine filters 5 1 2 SAFE FUELING PRACTICES The following fueling procedure is recommended 1 Avoid fueling a boat at night or in rough waters except in an emergency...

Page 26: ...d as desired 5 2 PROPELLER The solid propeller has been selected to efficiently transmit engine power through the reduction gear when powering The type and size have been determined by calculations and verified by actual sea trials The first number in a propeller designation refers to the diameter and the second to the pitch If a propeller must be replaced it is important to use the same type diam...

Page 27: ... and engine were carefully aligned at the factory but loading transporting off loading and the final set taken by the hull when water borne may alter this alignment The commissioning dealer is responsible for rechecking the alignment before starting the engine Engine alignment should be rechecked after the yacht is water borne for a few days and periodically thereafter particularly if any signs of...

Page 28: ... running it is normal to have a slight leakage from the stuffing box This water serves both as a lubricant and cooling medium between the packing and the shaft If the leakage is excessive back off the lock nut support the stuffing box slowly tighten the packing nut till only a slight drip remains then finally retighten the lock nut Do not over tighten as this may glaze the packing and score the sh...

Page 29: ...mall and large handles for the throttle and clutch controls respectively are both removable Pushing the throttle forward advances engine speed When the throttle is in the aft position speed is reduced to idle The clutch lever has a neutral detent position approximately corresponding to its midway travel position Pulling the clutch lever all the way aft engages reverse gear and pushing forward enga...

Page 30: ... much as possible Avoid long periods of operation at engine idle speeds or at maximum power levels in excess of five minutes Observe engine instruments frequently during operation and ease the throttle if the temperature gets excessive Accelerate slowly enough to allow the engine to achieve governed speed under any condition Check oil level frequently daily before running and at least every 10 hou...

Page 31: ...ing the engine After completing this preliminary check the engine may be started as follows 9 Check the gear lever to insure that it is in the neutral position 10 Advance the throttle about 1 8 or its travel 11 Pull out the choke If the engine is warm this may not be required 12 Turn the key switch to the Start position till the engine starts but not longer than 20 seconds or the starter motor may...

Page 32: ...ods should be avoided whenever possible In cases where the engine must idle for long periods of time it is recommended that cruising speed be obtained for a five minute period once each hour if at all possible When running the operator should maintain a periodic check of engine temperature and oil pressure Immediately stop the engine if there is a drop in oil pressure An overheating condition may ...

Page 33: ...icipated 5 8 OPTIONAL DIESEL ENGINE The optional engine for the Columbia 8 7 is the Volvo Penta MD6B a two cylinder four stroke 10 H P diesel The follow1ng should be noted relative to the standard gasoline engine 5 8 1 BLEEDING When the fuel system is first filled when filters are cleaned or changed if the engine runs out of fuel if air leaks develop in the suction side of the fuel system or if ai...

Page 34: ...ne in revolutions per minute Due to s11ppage loading wind and sea conditions there is no exact correlation of the engine RPM s to the yacht s speed However general correlation can be established for normal operating conditions The spare switch is connected through a fuse block located behind the instrument panel accessible through the main cabin behind the companionway ladder 5 8 4 BREAK IN PROCED...

Page 35: ...engage the gears to the neutral position 1 Pull the stop lever and hold till the engine stops After stopping push the stop lever back to the run position 2 Turn the engine key switch to the OFF position 3 Close the fuel valve at the 4 Close the engine raw intake seacock 5 Index the Battery Selector Switch to OFF This switch must never be turned to OFF till the engine is stopped ...

Page 36: ...ever handle to a position perpendicular to the base of the seacock to open or parallel to the base to close Finally screw in the T handle clockwise When the T handle is backed off it relieves the seal and pressure on the tapered plug in the seacock In this position the seacock will leak and it is therefore normal to experience some leakage when turning the seacock handle It is mandatory that the s...

Page 37: ...tional hot and cold pressure water system a pressure pump is utilized to supply water to the galley and head sink When filling the system for the first time or refilling an empty system you will have to bleed the air out of all water lines Use the following procedure for pressure water system 1 Fill the tank and deck fill line to within about one foot of deck level 2 Turn ON the yacht s electrical...

Page 38: ...PUMP A manual bilge pump is included as standard equipment The manual pump is operable from the cockpit with seat hatches and companionways closed Thus in an emergency when one wishes to keep the boat closed the pump can still be operated To pump simply open the cover in the cockpit with your finger or the end of the pump handle insert the handle and stroke up and down Although the manual diaphrag...

Page 39: ...any water siphon back into the bowl In extremely heavy sailing conditions it would be prudent to keep the seacocks closed Periodically add a small amount of liquid detergent and pump it through the system to lubricate the internal valve mechanism 6 4 1 OPTIONAL HOLDING TANK DOCKSIDE DISCHARGE This system utilizes a 20 gallon holding tank located forward under the V berths The tank is vented overbo...

Page 40: ... berth open the toilet inlet and discharge seacocks and operate as a normal marine toilet To utilize the holding tank close the discharge seacock open the in line valve handle parallel to the line and operate as described under Optional Holding Tank Dockside Discharge Pumpout is the same as for the dockside discharge option Both the in line valveand discharge seacock should not be open at the same...

Page 41: ...iff a light grease should be used Each time the assembly is lubricated check for play at the upper and lower ends Drag producing Slime and bottom growth can accumulate on the underwater surfaces it proper care is not exercised During regular haul outs the bottom keel and rudder should be thoroughly cleaned and sanded as required The original factory bottom paint is International Tri Lux a T B T O ...

Page 42: ...d vangs often lead where they will rub together or chafe on lifelines By adjusting leads or by applying inexpensive chafing gear expensive damage may be prevented When not in use running rigging should be tied away from the mast or neatly coiled and hung in regular locations where it can readily be found Frayed ends should be burned and whipped and chafed eye splices should be re spliced All block...

Page 43: ...ronze wool or fine sandpaper should be used periodically to clean the surface and a commercially available preparation such as TeakBrite should be applied to combat the dull gray appearance of naturally weathered wood and help eliminate splitting Caution Never use steel wool Small filaments of steel break off and cause rust spots that are very difficult to remove The cockpit seat and main companio...

Page 44: ...th one person at each end of the sail so that the flakes are smooth and wrinkle free Protect the sail with a cover Proper folding will help keep wrinkles out of sails and will prolong the life of the chemical fillers in the cloth which hold stretch to a minimum Windows if present should always lie entirely within one fold to eliminate creases In a long race it is sometimes difficult to fold large ...

Page 45: ...the damage and its location Many small tears and warn spots can be covered with tape it is convenient to take the sail to a sailmaker to for a professional repair job Any rip at the edge of the sail such as at the leech or foot of a genoa must be fixed immediately Tears here can spread quickly through the entire sail ...

Page 46: ...erful cleaners Use a vacuum cleaner below and place the cushions blankets sleeping bags etc on deck in the sunshine while the vacuum picks up below Spring cleaning should take place periodically not annually to keep the interior clean and bright Maintenance for most of the equipment below deck is covered 1n other sections or the manual with the exception of stove ice box and any other optional acc...

Page 47: ...tank Do not place the stove cover over the stove when a burner is lit An alcohol stove is as safe as a gas stove but be sure to follow the instructions on the plaque mounted under the stove cover For your convenience we will repeat these instructions here 1 Close container valve immediately in any emergency 2 Keep container valve closed whenever appliance is not in use and when leaving boat unatte...

Page 48: ...lar checks following manufacturer s instructions 8 4 MISCELLANEOUS There are two small holes in the cabin sole In the vicinity of the extended dining table When the dining table is lowered the pins on the table legs should be indexed in these holes preventing leg from being accidentally kicked out from under the table Mounting of electronics and navigation equipment is often determined by personal...

Page 49: ...are hinged to provide extra wide berths for sleeping comfort If desired the seat backs can be left in their normal seating position and the velcro attached cushions can be removed to provide a narrow berth When the seat backs are placed in the raised position caution should be exercised to insure that both barrel bolts are engaged and secured so as to prevent the berth back from falling ...

Page 50: ...ad of laws regulations requirements and other pertinent items that affect the owner of a large sailboat To partially fill this gap or at least to make you aware of this potentially useful material we have included a recommended Basic Keelboat Sailor s Library followed by a listing of pamphlets and thoughts for your perusal 9 1 BASIC KEELBOAT SAILOR S LIBRARY If you cannot obtain any of these books...

Page 51: ... Woman s Guide to Boating Cooking Morgan Your Boat and the Law Norris 9 2 MISCELLANEOUS PUBLICATIONS The following lists several publications that are available and recommended for your reading FEDERAL REQUIREMENTS FOR PLEASURE CRAFT CG 290 January 1970 deals mainly with requirements for a motor boat but when under power a sailboat becomes a motor boat Numbering Requirements Coast Guard Approved E...

Page 52: ...ay be obtained from Distribution Division C44 Coast and Geodetic Survey 4200 Connecticut Avenue N W Washington D C 20235 MARINE AIDS TO NAVIGATION CG 193 Is a publication dealing with the basic principles underlying the marking of coasts and waterways of the U S with lights day beacons fog signals radio beacons loran and bouys COAST GUARD ASSISTANCE Is a form that must be obtained from your local ...

Page 53: ......

Page 54: ......

Page 55: ......

Page 56: ......

Page 57: ......

Page 58: ......

Page 59: ......

Page 60: ......

Page 61: ......

Page 62: ......

Page 63: ......

Page 64: ......

Page 65: ......

Page 66: ......

Page 67: ......

Page 68: ......

Page 69: ......

Page 70: ......

Page 71: ......

Page 72: ......