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2. Operalbr S Manual ETE Hunter 15 Operator s Manual Thank You From the General Manager Dear Hunter Owner Congratulations and welcome to the Hunter family As a Hunter owner you will enjoy the quality and the attention to detail for which Hunter Boats are renowned Hunter and your dealer are committed to your service and total satisfaction This Operator s Manual will acquaint you with the proper operation and maintenance of your new Hunter boat 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 activate Hunter s Customer Satisfaction program CSS our effort to insure the highest level of satisfaction and enjoyment with your new Hunter Within a few weeks of delivery you will receive a letter asking you to complete 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 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
3. Safety Not within 12 inches of window openings exterior doors heating or return air vents or any other drafty areas he alarm should not be located within 5 1 5 m feet of any cooking appliance e For information on taking care of your CO alarm see the Maintenance chapter of this manual Limitations of the CO alarm Carbon Monoxide alarms will not work without power oome examples causing no alarm power are A blown or missing fuse broken wire faulty connection circuit breaker tripped or a discharged battery This alarm will only detect the presence of CO gas at the sensor Carbon Monoxide gas may be present in other areas Carbon Monoxide alarms may not be heard The alarm loudness is designed to meet or exceed the regula tory standards However the alarm may not be heard if alarms are located in remote locations or behind closed 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 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 living spaces lt is not designed to measure compliance with Occupational Safety Health Administration OSHA com mercial or industrial standards Indi
4. Personal injury requiring medical treatment beyond first aid Damage to the vessel or property damage Complete loss of the vessel otate statutes determine whether you must file an accident report in this case An accident report must be filed if the damage exceeds a threshold dollar value as established by the states the threshold is 100 200 Call 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 Hunter boats are built in compliance with applicable United States Coast Guard regulations and recommen dations at the time of construction Hunter boats comply with the standards developed by the National Marine Manufactures Association NMMA for its Boat Certification Program 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 On the next few pages you will find sample forms for some of the issues dealing with your new boat Familiarize yourself with these forms use them they can be very Hunter 15 Documents and Forms Dear Hunter
5. Hunter 15 Operator s Manual Table of Contents 5 5 Reefing Instructions 5 6 Shaking Out a 5 7 Protecting your Rigging Sailplans amp Sail Specification Standing Rigging Detail Standing Rigging Details Furling Standard Forestay Standing Rigging Mast and Boom Detail Mainsheet Purchase Layout Standard Vang Details Reefing Layout Centerboard Assembly Centerboard Detail Rudder Tiller Details 6 Getting Underway 6 1 Boarding your Boat 6 2 Launching 6 3 Getting Underway 6 4 Returning to Port 6 5 Emergency Operations 7 Maintenance 7 1 Maintenance Materials 7 2 Exterior 7 3 Mechanical Systems 7 4 Periodic Maintenance 5 Storage and Lifting 7 6 Fitting out after Storage Routine Maintenance 8 Glossary Hunter 15 Operator s Manual THIS PAGE INTENTIONALLY LEFT BLANK Hunter 15 Introduction 1 1 The Manual Packet This operator s manual along with your owner s packet has been compiled to help you to operate your boat with safety and pleasure The Owner s Operator s Manual Describes basic safety information Describes some of the features of your boat Describes the equipment on your boat Contains fundamentals of the use of that equipment e Contains fundamentals of the use of your boat However please note that the information in this manual only summarizes more detailed informa tion in the equipment manuals The summaries are intended to be a convenient referenc
6. sary we recommend using a commercial towing service 4 3 7 Swamped or Capsized Boat If your boat becomes swamped or capsized put on a PFD immediately and set off a distress signal Your boat has flotation foam installed to keep it afloat should it cap size For this reason stay with the boat Do not leave the boat or try to swim to shore except under extreme condi tions A capsized boat is easier to see than swimmer and shore may be further away than it appears 4 3 8 Falling Overboard One of the most frightening emergencies that can occur aboard a boat is a crew member or yourself falling over board Although man overboard or drills have been a part of boating safety for decades they have been largely overlooked by many responsible boat owners Just as important as acquiring the knowledge to rescue a person is the ability to help yourself if you are the person overboard Be sure and refer to your Chapman Piloting Seamanship and Boat Handling manual supplied with your new boat It is packed with useful and essential safety and emergency procedures to ensure you have a safe and happy boating experience 4 3 9 Hypothermia 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 sho
7. 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 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 S Coastal Waters have visual distress signal equipment 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 miles wide Boats owned in the United States and operating on the high seas must also carry visual distress signal equipment Visual distress equipment must be in serviceable con dition and stowed in a readily accessible location Equipment having a date showing useful service life must be within the specified usage date shown Both pyrotech nic and non pyrotechnic equipment must be U S Coast Guard approved Pyrotechnic 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 Non pyrotechnic equipment includes an orange distress flag dye markers and an electric distress light No single signaling device is ideal under all conditions for all purposes Consider carrying various types of equip ment C
8. Once your boat is in open water you can safely acceler ate 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 sail ing 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 profes sional training and certificates of which some might be required for you to navigate this boat in certain areas or countries The following is a simple guide only Be sure the rudder and centerboard have been low ered prior to raising any sail 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 Hunter 15 Getting Underway 3 Connect the main sheet purchase to the boom and install the vang as the sails and rigging section shows 4 Run the jib furling line through the leads and finally through the jammer cleat located on the starboard side of the deck 5 Install the battens in the mainsail if required and install the mainsail onto the boom from the aft end Remove the stop pin or open the sail gate in the mast and install the luf
9. The deck layout reflects the innovation that accompanies the rig Refer to Boating Safety and the Getting Underway chapters 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 course on boating safety or seamanship Your dealer or national sailing federation or yacht club will be pleased to advise you of local sea schools or competent instruc tors 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 5 2 5 1 Main Rig Components Anodized B amp R Rig Mast Boom Single Line Reefing System e Furling Jib e Internal Halyards led to Cockpit Large Roach Mainsail w Flaking System e Mainsheet and vang Over the course of the next few pages we will outline some of the components featured here along with some of the option
10. 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 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 Aaditional 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 know the capacity of your boat s fuel tank and the amount of 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 following page at the end of this chapter we show you a general layout of these terms and illustrate the areas that may be of importance to you Make sure you have enough fuel on board for anticipated cruising requirements In general use 1 3 of your supply to reach your destination and 1 8 to return Keep 1 3 in reserve for changes in your plans due to weather or other circumstances Be sure lifesaving and fire extinguishing equipment is on b
11. angles also can cause the station wagon effect 4 2 4 Symptoms of Carbon Monoxide Poisoning Most important is to know the causes study the symp toms and be trained in the emergency care This is the best way to avoid understand and respond to any Carbon Monoxide emergency One or more of the following symptoms can signal the adverse effects of Carbon Monoxide accumulation The order of this list is generally the sequence of symptoms However the number of symptoms and the order of their appearance may change for different people Watering and Itching eyes Tightness in the chest Flushed Appearance Ringing in the ears Throbbing Temples Inattentiveness Convulsions Drowsiness Headache Dizziness Vomiting Collapse Nausea Fatigue 4 2 5 Effects of Carbon Monoxide When inhaled Carbon Monoxide is absorbed by the lungs and reacts with the blood hemoglobin to form carbon hemoglobin which reduces the oxygen carrying capacity of the blood The result is a lack of oxygen for 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 Even lower concentrations must not be ignored because 4 5 the affects of exposure to CO 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
12. 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 olow speeds or idling in the water can cause carbon monoxide gas to accumulate in the cabin cockpit bridge and aft deck even in an open area A tailwind force of wind entering from aft section of the motorboat can also increase accumulation station wagon effect or backdrafting can cause carbon monoxide to accumulate inside the cabin cockpit and bridge when operating the boat at a high bow angle with improper or heavy loading or if there is an opening which draws in exhaust This effect can also cause carbon monoxide to accumulate inside the cabin cockpit aft deck and bridge when protective coverings are used and the boat is underway Teak surfing dragging and water skiing within 20 feet of a moving watercraft can be fatal 4 7 Hunter 15 Safety DANGER ANZ A 8 ZS HH lt Moored to pier blocking exhaust DANGER Exhaust from other vessels moored alongside DANGER Station Wagon Effect Caused by hign bow angle DANGER Station Wagon Effect Slow speed idle or wind Figure 4 3 Blocked hull exhaust outlets near a pier dock seawall bulkhead or any other s
13. for wear and tear Specified pre bend and diagonal tensions attained in mast See mast owners manual Topside 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 handrails Topside surface clean and free of gelcoat damage Safety gear onboard readily available and up to date See Chapman s Manual and US Coast Guard website at www uscg mil gt for details Boat owner s manual onboard Lower unit oil at full mark per engine manual In Water Inspection Dockside inspection of Engine Pre start sequence and operating system Review engine manual for maintenance requirements and proper starting procedure Air bled from fuel lines and system No fuel leaks at any fittings Throttle linkages smooth and operational 2 4 Hunter 15 Documents and Forms Shutdown system operational Correct Idle rpm per engine manual Fuel level indicators operational Throttle cable tension set properly Shifter operation correct ____ No fuel oil water leaks on engine Pre departure Checklist _____ Check weather conditions and tides Check food Supply ____ Foul weather gear _ Fuel gt Water _ Sunscreen and sunglasses _ Tools Docking gear _____ Check radio operation _ Float plan to a friend or Coast Guard _ Check steering lock to lock Check mast for rigging
14. ging be sure to complete and return to the Original Equipment Manufacturers OEM warranty cards to activate the individual warranties for these important components You will find them in the owner s packet that also contains the OEM manuals for this equipment Please remember all the information contained in the OEM manuals supersedes the information contained in this manual Finally if you are new to boating be certain to learn the proper rules of seamanship to ensure the safety of your passengers Refer to Chapman s Piloting Seamanship and Small Boat Handling Manual for important and 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 safe boating courses Thank you for choosing Hunter am confident your new boat will provide you and your family with years of enjoyable boating Thanks from Hunter G M Mike Williams General Manager Hunter 15 Operator s Manual As the owner of a Hunter you have chosen one of the finest boats money can buy Hunter 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 will bring you years of enjoyment whether you re spending a day at the marina or cruising down a waterway Performance dependability sa
15. 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 supply The MAINTENANCE LOG Fig 2 5 helps to keep main tenance records in one place Using this log will allow you 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 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 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 2 2 You can get more copies of the report by calling the U S Coast Guard Boating Safety Hotline at 1 800 368 5674 You must file this report with the U S Coast Guard within 48 hours after an accident resulting in one of the following A person disappears from a vessel under circumstances that indicate death or injury
16. irregularities and tightness _____ Halyards and sheets are ready to run lines or obstructions near propeller bow ____ Stow all 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 1s 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 hardware such as snatch blocks winch handles etc secure the boom to the topping lifts and set it firmly 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 swing ing back and forth with the motion of the water or employ the wheel brake if so equipped __ Attach shackle ends of all halyards to convenient fittings and take up slack and stow all lines 2 9 Hunter 15 Documents and Forms Pre delivery Service Record Fig 2 1 DEALER ENGINE MAKE OWNER ENGINE NO STBD ENGINE NO BOAT NAME HEGISTRY NO OPERATION INITIALS OPERATION INITIALS BEFORE LAUNCHING BEFORE STARTING ENGINES i Hiroe 23 All engine wiring good order amp tight 2 Bright work clean and finish 24 Throttle control and cable travel B Decks
17. line cutting all meridians at the same angle the course followed by a boat sailing in a fixed direction Riding light to anchor light an all around white light usually hoisted on the forestay to show that a boat Hunter 15 under 50 ft 15m is at anchor It must be visible for 2 mls 3 km Rigging 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 extends beyond the direct line from head to clew Run to run with the wind aft and with the sheets eased well out Running rigging all the moving lines such as sheets and halyards used in the setting and trimming of sails S Scope the length of rope or cable paid out when mor anchoring Scuppers 1 holes in the toe rail that allow water to drain off the deck 2 drain cockpit through hull Seacock a valve that shuts off an underwater inlet or outlet passing through the hull Seize to bind two ropes together or a rope to a spar with a light line Serve to cover and protect a splice or part of a rope with twine bound tightly against the lay 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 a metal link with a removable bolt across the end of various shapes D U Sheave a grooved
18. local forecasts before leaving port Your surroundings can also be a good indicator of chang ing weather conditions Watch for changes in wind direc tion 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 Page 4 15 will explain the dangers of Lightning strikes with an overview of your protection area Refer to the Chapman s Manual for instructions and precautions in operating a craft in heavy weather 4 3 2 Fog You can judge the likelihood of fog formation by peri odically measuring the air temperature and the dew point temperature If the difference between these two tem peratures is small fog is likely to develop Foggy conditions include mist snowstorm or heavy rain Avoid operation in such weather especially if your boat is not equipped with radar or other 4 3 3 Remember these guidelines 4 10 Hunter 15 Safety Unless your boat is well equipped with charts head for shore at the first sign of fog and wait until conditions improve If you have charts on board take bearings as fog sets in mark your position and continue to log your course and speed Make sure all persons on board are wearing their per sonal flotation devices PFDs If your boat has sound ing equipment take soundings regularly and match them with known depths on your charts e Station a person forward in the boat as a lo
19. of wear deterioration or damage Note any damage to the propulsion equipment rudder and centerboard etc Make repairs if at all possible before covering your boat Fill the fuel tank with treated fuel to prevent conden sation lf you use stabilizer or conditioner be sure to follow the instructions on the container 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 Stand or prop up cushions remaining on board to allow Hunter 15 Maintenance good air circulation around them Hang life preserver and other equipment to prevent mildew Remove any detachable and valuable equipment and electronics Prepare Exterior of Boat for Storage Apply a coat of wax to the entire boat Put rust inhibitor on all metal parts Cover the boat with a tarpaulin or mooring cover If the boat is stored outside you may need to place supports under the cover to shore up pockets where rain or snow can collect 7 5 4 Draining Your Boat Your boat has a drain plug for draining water from the bilges Prop the trailer tongue and remove the drain plug so that any water that may enter will dr
20. operational design parameters of the boat suffice or exceed the minimum requirements for category D Sheltered Waters Definition Designed for voyages on small lakes rivers and canals where conditions up to and including win force 4 and significant wave heights upto and including 0 5 m may be experienced 4 14 Hunter 15 Safety Notes 4 15 Hunter 15 Safety Notes 4 16 Hunter 15 Sails and Rigging Sails amp Rigging Most sailors believe that sailing is hard work all those lines to tend halyards to yank and sails to lug Hunter Marine has dispelled that myth once and for all Innovations by the crew at Hunter Marine have made sailing easier safer and more comfortable The result much more sailing fun Whether you are ready to set sail for the day or just around the buoys your Hunter can really make a differ ence Starting with the tall fractional rig which is a direct descendent of the B amp R rig Hunter has engineered the mast to carry less weight aloft with a smaller sections This is accomplished by utilizing swept back spread ers and reverse diagonals This combination provides superior strength without a backstay and increases the stability at the same time By using a large roach main as the power sail Hunter has eased the effort in sail handling and allowed for real versatility for all wind and sea conditions Your benefit better performance with less effort
21. 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 the rate at which the blood absorbs CO The early effects of 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 your health 4 2 6 When Overcome by Carbon Monoxide When someone falls victim to Carbon Monoxide poison ing fast and responsive action is crucial Know the symp toms 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 CO victim Evacuate Ventilate Investigate complete the Carbon Monoxide poisoning action sequence Move the victim to fresh air Administer oxygen if available If the victim is not breathing perform artificial resuscitation per approved CPR procedures until medical help arrives and takes over Prompt action can mean the difference between life and death e Ventilate the area Investigate the source of CO and take corrective action As always you can contact the Red Cross to obtain information for training in CPR or emergency response care 4 2 7 How
22. 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 a light pole used to hold out the clew of a headsail when running Winch 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 hauling taut a line e g a jib sheet Windage those parts of a boat that increase drag e g rigging spars crew etc Windlass a winch with a horizontal shaft and a vertical handle used to haul up the anchor chain Windward the direction from which the wind blows towards the wind opp of leeward Y Yawl a two masted boat with a mizzen stepped aft of the rudder stock post 8 6
23. to Minimize the Accumulation of Carbon Monoxide Practice good inspection and maintenance habits Be certain hull exhaust outlets are not blocked or restricted in any way Be alert for exhaust gasses from other boats Always provide adequate ventilation when weather enclosures are in place and engines or generator is running Do not run with a high bow angle Use trim tabs or redis tribute the load to maintain a low bow angle Orient your Hunter 15 Safety boat to maximize the dispersion of CO We cannot identify or describe every possible variable or combination of variables you must continually observe passengers for symptoms or Carbon Monoxide intoxica tion and be aware of the many possibilities of Carbon Monoxide accumulation For instance poorly maintained hoses and hose connections on the generator or engine exhaust system s can permit Carbon Monoxide to escape into the interior of your boat Therefore the exhaust sys tem must be periodically examined and maintained in order to ensure its integrity Moreover all accommodation spaces constantly require proper ventilation 4 2 8 Preventative Maintenance Frequent inspections and proper maintenance of the engine and exhaust system as well as other various areas of your boat are critical in preventing the accumula tion of Carbon Monoxide It is the owner s responsibility to make sure the entire boat is inspected and maintained against CO The exhaust sys
24. wheel in a block or spar for a rope to run on Sheet the rope attached to the clew of a sail or to the boom enabling it to be controlled or trimmed Shrouds ropes or wires usually in pairs led from the 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 one head sail Spar a general term for any wooden or metal pole e 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 and interweaving them Split pin see cotter pin Spreaders horizontal struts attached to the mast which extends to the shrouds and help to support the mast Stall a sail stalls when the airflow over it breaks up causing the boat to lose 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 Glossary 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 the starboard tack when the wind strikes the starboard side first and the boom is out to the port Stay wi
25. 1 31080 ATEANASSV MATI TIVSNIVW Hunter 15 Sails and Rigging Mainsheet Purchase Layout TO MAINSHEET BALE ON BOOM 0 ON S S one 05 XS Sd on oe on 7 KX 4 9929 596 eS 04 D XX 262 oe ete et 0000 59 0000 0544 etes 505 Oren 4 004 SS lt x KKI KX SSA SS Oren 5 ete eee xS 559 957 9 S KS RXS oer RT KS eS RSSI en SS I 090 RX 4 KS S0 ks wen 1 S 0009 9 5 5 S 4 lt gt SOS oe e 5 994 4 gt 4 0 6 Sd q eS KA 4 e RKI RX 55 KS LINE END SECURE TO BECKET ON SHEAVE 4 5 0 7 9400 RY AROUND UPPER SHEAVE THEN DOWN LOWER 9999 2 Q 99 RX RAK 294 AROUND LOWER SHEAVE THEN TO UPPER Sp SS QC RRS 4 UPPER SHEAVE THEN DOWN LOWER S FRUM LOWER SHEAVE AROUND THEN THRU JAM CLEAT 920205020200 ERK SLIPPER 555555555559 LA 505050509 0 9 0 0 0 0 4 59525252525 JAM CLEAT 6 e y COCKPIT SOLE 5 10 Hunter 15 Sails and Rigging standard Vang Details TIMOVHS LSIML AAVAHS YAMOT LVATI WVC SLIXY UNV
26. AD 3 DOWNHAUL LINE 4 UPHAUL LINE S RUDDER KEEPER PIN 6 TILLER ARM TILLER ARM KEEPER PIN 8 JAM CLEAT FORWARD 9 LINE BUSHINGS 10 PIN LOCK PUSH FWD PULL PIN UP 6 DOWN LINES LEAD THRU HOLES IN RUDDER AND TIE KNOT IN END Y 5 15 Hunter 15 Sails and Rigging Notes 5 16 Hunter 15 Getting Underway Before you go on the first cruise you should be able to answer yes to the following questions Has your dealer completed the pre delivery service inspection Have you and your dealer signed the Pre Delivery Inspection Report e Have you filled out and mailed all warranty registra tion cards e Have you read and do you understand this owner s manual and the OEM manuals e Has your boat been registered with the proper author Does your hull display the proper identification e Has your dealer reviewed with you the operation of the boat and its systems Has your dealer answered all your 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 you can 6 1 Boarding your Boat Make it a routine to visually inspect the exterior of your boat every time you approach it to board Look for signs of damage that could be caused by the dock or other boats 6 1 1 Preparing to Board As you board your boat you should make sure you have al
27. AIL TACK SHACKLE STANDARD JIB SAIL JIB SAIL HANK Po Sn D Hunter 15 Sails and Rigging ALVTd 1345 LSVW 0815 2 Vd 1 47472 GUVATVH GIP NIVW INIT 2NVA JIMIVHS LSIML I INVA IMOT 3275 TIVISNI LSVW NO 99 44042 AANT OLNI TIVS y MOT 301 NOX SV QHVZATVH NO INITTNd AH TIVSNIVW ASIVA 3142V S LSIML M20 IH X201H INVA LIZHSNIVN 230571 MOANASOOID OL TIVSNIVW HO V LLV 4140104 IVS JHL 2NIGNIH 7 UN 01047 OL 3275 14307 AHL OLNI 24 4 lt 002 33 ATIHM TIVSNIVN 35 LSVW NO 340082 AANT 811 2 AHL OLNI JANT IIVSNIVA 30175 INVA E M34409 ALVI 4AONWAM 008 440049 FHL OLNI TIVS FHL 441019 SV TAVAHLNO FHL LAV 7178 INIGNALXY OMA ANIT TAVHLNO TIVSNIVN 2 4HL HIVILY WOO AHL FHL OLNI MATD TIVSNIVN 11 ACIS AELS M IA MIVL TIVSNIVW INVA HOVLLV dd JSVHOM ld LA4JHSNIVW HOVILV ff YT 2 OL 400 375 1111 INIddOL HOIVILV 454 04 MIANASOOD OL WOOH HIVLLV AGIS MATIA Le SONILLI4A OL ANV 47151804 H VLIV X LSVA 351 5 LSVW OINI 3SVH LSVW TIVLISNI LSVW 40 104 OL AAVAHS GUVATVH Ir Jall INIddOL WOOH 454 404 54 4 0 5 INIHIVILY
28. DEATH 1 INSTALL RUDDER ALICN BLACK PLASTIC 7 INSTALL BOOM SEE DETAIL DRAWING CUDCEONS INSIDE BRACKET AND INSTALL PIN FROM TOP OF STERN SHEER 8 ATTACH LOWER END OF BOOM TOPPING LIFT TO STARBOARD SIDE BOOM STRAP EYE 2 ATTACH SHROUD ADJUSTER TO BOTH PORT AND STARBOARD OUTBOARD U BOLT 9 ATTACH MAINSHEET PURCHASE 3 ATTACH BOOM TOPPING LIFT TO STBD SIDE PADEYE LOCATED ON MAST 10 ATTACH VANG SEE DETAIL DRAWING 11 INSTALL BATTENS IN THE MAINSAIL AND 4 RAISE SPAR INSERT SPAR INTO ATTACH MAINSAIL SEE DETAIL DRAWING TABERNACLE ON FOREDECK 5 ATTACH FORESTAY TENSIONER AFT ie INSTALL Sas MOST HOLE IN STEM FITTING 6 CONFIRM THAT THE SHROUDS ARE 13 BEFORE RAISING MAINSAIL PRIOR TO SUPPORTING THE SPAR IF TENSIONING IS RAISING JIB BE SURE RUDDER AND NEEDED LOWER SPAR CAREFULLY AND CENTERBOARD ARE LOWERED ACCORDING TO RELOCATE SHROUDS IN ADJUSTERS AS THE DEPTH OF THE WATER NECESSARY 6 6 Hunter 15 Getting Underway 6 7 Hunter 15 Getting Underway Notes 6 8 Hunter 15 Maintenance Maintenance The information below is Hunter Marine s opinion and should not be considered complete or exact list of recom mendations You have made the investment to purchase your boat Now is the time to take care of it Here we will supply you with the knowledge to do just that We will separate this chapter into sections that deal with each part of your boat The exterior the interi
29. F Fair well faired line or surface is smoother with no bumps hollows or abrupt changes in directions Fairlead a fitting through which a line is run to alter the lead of the line Fathom the measurement used for depths of water and lengths or rope 1 fathom 6 ft or 1 83m Fid a tapered tool used for splicing heavy rope and for sail making often hollow Fiddle a raised border for a cabin table chart table etc to prevent objects falling off when the boat heels 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 Freeboard vertical distance between the waterline and the top of the deck G Genoa a large headsail in various sizes which over laps 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 8 3 Glossary 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 headsail to windward on a run by using a whisker pole to hold the sail on the oppo site side to the mainsail Ground tackle general term used for anchoring gear Guard rail a metal rail fitted around the boat to prevent the c
30. IT HIJA w N 4455 5 4 4 3 OILSV Id 301 V3D 1904 ddd Sa3HSVA JILSV Id OL GSLNANOW LOAId IMVDI8331N3O 38 I3HOLUN LV A alL 5 13 Hunter 15 Sails and Rigging Centerboard Detail 0 045 ANV dVALS 4 OL GMA HAVAHS HAONH ANNAL QUVOSUATLNAO NUAL HHI 0781 VAIO LAV NAHI UNV HAVAHS 0484 44 42 TIVWS ANY ANIT AIHISSOd SV FHL OL 45070 SV ANTI AHL NI LONM V NYHL AGIS 4404 ATMOTS NAMOG NV 3578788 OL LVATO WVL NI 5 CNV dV ANIT TOULNOD 5178 OL LSNIVOV 54544 ANTI UNV AHL LINIO YHL TIINA ANIT TINd QIS LYOd AHL NO 0 HHL NI AHL NYHL ANIT AHL Vl 5 0 QHVOGdd NA SNOILONGLSNI NOLLVTIVISNI ANIT TAVHN MOG TAVTHS 18 T32NRH 440 STILL MATA FATA VALS L XNDNI lt AAVAHS ANIT TOHLINOO 40 TAIN AG TAVHN MOC CC 440 8311 332Nn8 TONS QM VOGWAA4NA2 SHAY 5 7 02 171 70 MIOTE TIVAS WIONIS LVII WYT TIMOVHS 4 NMOG 2NDIOOT MATA Qd V Wd Od Hunter 15 Sails and Rigging Rudder Tiller Details 1 RUDDER 2 RUDDER HE
31. Owner Attached you will find a list of items and recommendations that we believe should be incorporated into your own ongoing list of preventative maintenance items and safety check points THIS LIST SHOULD NOT BE CONSID ERED A COMPLETE SERVICE MANUAL OR THE ONLY ITEMS ON YOUR BOAT IN NEED OF ROUTINE MAINTE NANCE INSPECTION OR ATTENTION 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 on 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 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 gt Reviewing and familiarizing yourself with the Chapman s Piloting Manual is also highly recommended for every boat owner This manual contains demonstrations for safety drills which should be practiced 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 out having ready access to it while sailing We hope th
32. With coupling disconnected engine and shaft alignment INSPECTION DATE DEALERS SIGNATURE OWNERS SIGNATURE COMMENTS 2 6 Hunter 15 Documents and Forms Float Plan 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 2 7 Hunter 15 Documents and Forms Maintenance Log 52 N Hunter 15 Documents and Forms Maintenance Log Hunter 15 Documents and Forms 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 HUNTER MARINE CORPORATION AN EMPLOYEE OWNERSHIP COMPANY We Go The Distance Chapter 5 weet w w y Hunter Limited Warranty This Page Intentionally Left Blank 3 2 Hunter Limited Warranty HUNTER MARINE CORPORATION EMPLOYEE OWNERSHIP COMPANY DISCOVER THE DIFFERENCE Your Hunter Limited Warranty Hunter offers a limited warranty on every Hunter boat sold through an authorized Hunter dealer A copy of this warran
33. Y 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 S SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW THE EXCLUSION OR LIMITATION OF INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL OR INDIRECT DAMAGES SO THE ABOVE LIMITATION OR EXCLUSION MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU THIS WARRANTY GIVES YOU SPECIFIC LEGAL RIGHTS AND YOU MAY ALSO HAVE OTHER RIGHTS WHICH VARY FROM STATE TO STATE 3 5 Hunter Limited Warranty OWNER INFORMATION CARD TRANSOM THIS NUMBER MUST BE GIVEN IN ALL NECESSARY CORRESPONDENCE HULL NO DATE DELIVERED TO OWNER NAME OWNER NAME STREET ADDRESS CITY STATE COUNTRY 7 ZIP CODE HOME PORT ENGINE MODEL SERIAL 1 1 PROPELLER SIZE DEALER C STREET ADDRESS CITY STATE COUNTRY ZIP CODE CUSTOMER SERVICE WARRANTY 3 6 Hunter Limited Warranty These limited warranties shall not be effective unless the HUNTER Warranty Registration Form and Pre Delivery Service Record which are furnished with each new boat are filled out com pletely and re turned to HUNTER within ten 10 days of delivery Return 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 Hunter at the Hunter plant If the repairs are of such a nature
34. Y PICTAIL 5 UPPER FURLING SWIVEL 6 UPPER FORESTAY EYE 7 JIB HEAD e JIB TACK TIE 9 LOWER FORESTAY EYE TOPPING MET FURLING DRUM PORT SIDE MAST _ 11 STEMHEAD FITTING 3 12 TOPPINC LIFT ATTACHMENT PADEYE PORT SIDE MAST 0 2 MAST FORWARD SIDE VIEW NOTE FORESTAY IS INTEGRATED WITHIN THE JIB LUFF FURLINC JIB IS INSTALLED ROLLED UP FURLING LINE IS EXTENDED ALL THE WAY LEAD FURLINC LINE THRU FAIRLEADS THEN THRU JAM CLEAT DS WHEN JIB IS EXTENDED FURLING LINE RETRACTS INTO DRUM LEAD FURL LINE LINE THRU DRUM THEN UP THRU HOLE IN TOP OF DRUM AND TIE KNOT IN END amp b b b 8 amp 9 amp 2 Y om gt 5024 09 SIDE VIEW gt w gt 10 gt 0 2 4 4 2200 222 M 22272 m 7 LINE 5 R 0 V I E W LOCATED ST FWD oF 9N 2 2 22222222 END OF COCKPIT FURLING FAIRLEADS FORWARD Hunter 15 Sails and Rigging Standard Forestay Standing Riggin 6 Donne STANDARD FORESTAY RIGGING STANDARD FORESTAY END MARINE EYE TENSIONER ATTACHMENT STEMHEAD FITTING STANDARD JIB SAIL CROMMET JIB S
35. age 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 OWNER IF YOU SELL THE CRAFT You 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 HUNTER EXPRESSLY DISCLAIMS THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTA BILITY AND FITNESS NEITHER HUNTER OR THE SELLING DEALER SHALL HAVE ANY RESPONSIBILITY FOR LOSS OF USE OF A BOAT LOSS OF TIME INCONVENIENCE COMMERCIAL LOSS OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES 3 4 Hunter Limited Warranty The following circumstances will void the bottom blister limited warranty 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 Hunter s required bottom preparation procedures RESTRICTIONS APPLICABLE TO WARRANTIES These limited warranties do not cover 1 Paint sealants adhesives window glass Gelcoat upholstery damage plastic finishes engines engine parts bilge pumps stoves blowers pressure water pumps propellers shafts rudders controls instruments keels and equipment not manufactured by HUNTER Any war ranty made and issued by the manufacturer
36. ain 7 5 6 Supporting Your Boat During Storage A trailer is the ideal support for your boat whenever it is not in the water Properly designed and located the trail er 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 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 bow up so any accumulation of moisture will run off 7 6 Fitting out after Storage Before launching your boat do not load unneeded equip ment and personal items until the launch and final check out are complete 7 6 1 Pre Launch Checkout Before placing your boat in the water check and per form the following Check all lines and gear and replace if necessary 7 6 sure drain plugs are installed Check all terboard and rudder hardware for damage and tightness Repair or adjust as needed Launch your boat 7 6 2 Post Launch Checkout After launching your boat check the following Check all sources of possible leaks from bow to stern Make this check with boat fully in the water but still in the slings Hunter 15 Maintenance Check and tighten all X X deck fittin
37. al components of your sails and rigging aboard your Hunter sailboat 5 2 The Mast Your main and most vital rig component is the mast lt carries the sails and is supported by the standing rigging as shown on page 5 6 H15 B amp R Rig Description The B amp R rig utilized on the Hunter 15 eliminates the need for a backstay to allow for a more efficient mainsail shape Fixed backstays are commonly being designed out 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 mance To accomplish this the B amp R rig has 30 degree swept spreaders creating 120 degrees between each rigging point This tri pod arrangement has excellent strength for sailboat rigs and has been used for years to support huge radio towers The B amp 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 elimi nates 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 comfortable sailing as it is less work for the crew Hunter 15 Sails
38. an 30 feet in length and according to The Rules of 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 dis tance Table 1 on page 4 14 will show you the following 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 Color Visible Range Masthead 225 Wht Light Starboard Mast Head 225 Starboard Side 112 5 6 Light Arc 112 5 rn Stern or Tow 139 Sternlight 135 Wht Port 112 5 1 Sidelight 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 how well they can be seen Walk away from the boat or row away if you are at anchor or at a mooring 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 starboard Side Bow Port Side You should always check that your masthead light disap pears at the same time each sidelight disappears and they both disappear when the stern light appears Check your sidelights from dead ahead You should see both red and green However by moving toward one side by 1 3 degrees you should then
39. and Rigging B amp H rigs have been used on thousands of sailboats and we are proud to incorporate this successful design on your new Hunter 5 3 The Boom The boom carries the lower sheeting point of your main sail and is controlled by the main sheet and the vang 5 4 The Sails As standard your Hunter is equipped with a furling jib sail and a drop down main sail mainsail is the sail attached to the aft track of the mast and hoisted with the main halyard from the cockpit The jib sail is attached to the forestay and like the mainsail hoisted with the jib hal yard from the cockpit Most Hunter sailboats feature the control of the most important sail controls from the cockpit The jib is con trolled with the jib sheet control lines lead back to the cockpit 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 5 5 Reefing Instructions 1 Run reefing line as illustrated in the boom amp reef lay out 2 Ease the mainsheet and vang 3 Raise the main sail 3 Check the topping lift for adequate boom support and lower the main sail to approximately the first reef posi tion 5 Take up the slack in the reef line until the tack and the clew are down to about 2 above the boom 6 Adjust the main halyard so that the tack reef point is not contacting the goose neck on the front of the spar and is applyin
40. anship for a period of five 5 years from the date of delivery to the first use purchaser under normal use and service 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 replacement of any such defective part 3 3 Hunter Limited Warranty Hunter also warrants to the first use purchaser and any subsequent owner during the warranty period that the boat will be free from gelcoat blistering on underwater surfaces of the hull exclud ing the keel and rudder for a period of five 5 years from the date of delivery to the first use purchaser under normal use and service During this period Hunter will supply or reimburse an authorized Hunter dealer for all of the parts and labor required to repair a blistered underwater surface of the hull The labor cost reimbursement will be based on the Labor Allowance Schedule established by Hunter from time to time however if the repair is performed by a non Hunter dealer the repair cost must be authorized 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 stor
41. areful 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 4 12 Hunter 15 Safety to open Other helpful publications available from the U S Coast Guard include Aids to Navigation U S Coast Guard pamphlet 123 which explains the significance of various lights and buoys the Boating Safety Training Manual 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 4 5 3 Running and Navigation Lights Your boat is designed as a day sailor and therefore is not provided with running and navigation lights for safe operation after dark Always use common sense and good judgment The following is presented for reference only since your boat is not designed to be used after dark Operating at night can present some special challenges Not only is your depth perception lessened bright lights on the shore can cast misleading reflections on the water and if you wear glasses or worse yet bifocals you sim ply 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 equally important that other vessels see you Most recreational vessels are less th
42. at this list will be beneficial to you in your ongoing maintenance and upkeep Safe boat ing Thank You Hunter Marine 2 3 Hunter 15 Documents and Forms Preliminary care and maintenance checklist A qualified Technician should be used if you are not completely confident in your ability to make 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 fits 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 Mast 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 recommendation Running rigging inspected for wear and tear _____ Mast step stand up blocks secured and operational Main Sail jib sail inspected
43. cleaned and gelcoat 25 Clutch control and cable travel 2 26 Crankcase oil level at FULL mark 6 Elo sn 27 Reverse gear oil level at FULL mark 7 Bottom clean and paint 28 No fuel leaks in fuel lines at fittings at 8 Both shafts turn freely fuel filter fuel pump 9 Engines and Generator intakes installed 29 No engine water or oil leaks 10 All hull fittings sealed 11 All drain plugs tight hull engines generator muffler 30 Oil pressure and exhaust water flow 12 Sacrificial Anodes installed 1 31 Idling speed set at 700 800 RPM WITH BOAT IN WATER and is in proper adjustment 13 Hose test for cabin and window leaks WATER TEST BOAT 14 No water leaks at thru hull fitting 33 Engine performance with seacocks 34 Instruments are registering properly 15 No water leaks at shaft or rudder 35 Top RPM wide open throttle for one minute after warm up 36 Boat performance 16 With all switches off no spark when battery cable touched to post 17 All electrical equipment operating including horn running light bilge pump 18 Toilet operates FINAL CHECK 37 accessory equipment operating 19 Water pressure system operates 38 Carpets and drapes installed and clean 20 Galley stove operates 39 All loose equipment on boat 2 ready for new owner With fuel tanks full no fuel leaks at fill pipes overflow vent or at any fuel line connections 22
44. condition and readily accessible A minimum of three PFDs two wearable and one throwable is required regardless of the number of persons on board A PFD 1 Wearable This offshore life jacket has the greatest buoyancy It is effective 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 up position B PFD Type 1 Wearable This near shore buoyant vest provides less buoyancy than a Type I PFD is intended for calm inland waters or waters where there is a chance of quick rescue It turns its wearer to a face up position as does the Type PFD but the turning action is not as pronounced as the Type and it will not turn as many persons under the same conditions as a Type l C PFD Type Wearable Classified as a flotation aid this PFD allows wearers to place themselves in a vertical or face up position in the water Type PFD has the same minimum buoy ancy as Type II PFD It has little or no turning ability People participating in water sports often prefer this PFD because it is intended for use in waters where quick res cue is possible and it is generally the most comfortable for continuous wear D PFD Type IV Throwable You must also have aboard at least one throwable PFD Type IV device The Type IV device can be thrown to a person in the water and held by the user until rescued The design
45. dling Rules of the Road Knowledge of federal state and local regulations Weather prediction Safety at sea ourvival in bad weather Respect for others on the water First aid Radio communication Distress signals Rendering assistance to others Use of lifesaving equipment Pollution control Knowledge of the boat and its systems Seaworthiness Leaving or approaching a dock mooring Anchoring and weighing anchor Beaching the boat and shallow water operations Towing and being towed Handling mooring lines and tying up Procedures for emergencies including fire flooding collision and medical emergencies etc Even when your boat is categorized for them the sea and wind conditions corresponding to the design catego ries A B C or D see the design category example at the end of this section can range from strong gale to severe conditions where only a competent fit and trained crew handling a well maintained boat can safely operate We would like to hear your comments or suggestions concerning our manuals Did you find the information helpful Was the information delivered in a clear precise manner Was the information thorough enough to help you with your new boat Please call us at 386 462 3077 to speak to our Manual Department if you have questions or comments concerning the manual Please note this department does not have design or warranty information you will need to contact those departments for such informati
46. does not allow it to be worn The most com mon Type IV PFD are buoyant cushions or ring buoys This PFD must be immediately available for use and in 4 4 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 tasteless but can be harmful or fatal if inhaled Its name is CARBON MONIXIDE CO 4 2 1 Carbon Monoxide Safety This section is intended to provide educational informa tion about carbon monoxide relative to boats and boat ing Carbon Monoxide accumulation is affected by boat geometry hatch window and door openings ventilation openings proximity to other structures and boats wind direction boat speed boat maintenance and a multi tude of other variables This section discusses many of these and enables the boat owner to better understand all conceivable variables Therefore the boat owner is cautioned not to exclusively rely on it to prevent the accu mulation of Carbon Monoxide 4 2 2 What is Carbon Monoxide Carbon Monoxide is a highly poisonous gas formed by the combination 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 itsel
47. e for daily use OEM manuals take precedence over the infor mation in the manufactures documents This information does not give you a course in boating safety or how to navigate anchor or dock your boat Operating a boat sail or power requires more skills knowledge and awareness than is necessary to operate a car or truck 1 2 Your Responsibilities Please keep this manual in a dry and secure but readily accessible place and leave it on the boat at 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 ing to a new boat you are not familiar with please insure that you obtain handling and operating expe before assuming command For your safe ty and the safety of your passengers you must ake a course in Boating Safety Get instruction or aid in the safe and proper handling of your boat Familiarize yourself and your passengers of the loca tions and use of all safety and essential operating equipment 1 2 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 han
48. efully to prevent yourself or someone else from possible injury Any questions regarding your Hunter amp or this manual contact Customer Service at Hunter Corporation 441 Post Office Box 1030 Alachua FL USA 32616 Phone 386 462 3077 Fax 386 462 4077 e mail customerservice huntermarine com 8am to 5pm EST 1 800 771 5556 Hunter 15 Operator s Manual Operator s Manual at a Glance 1 Introduction 2 Documents and Forms 3 Warranty 4 Boating Safety 1 Introduction 1 1 The Manual Packet 1 2 Your Responsibilities 1 3 Dealers Responsibilities 1 4 Sources of Information 1 5 Equipment Manufacturer Manuals 1 6 Warranties 1 7 Hull Identification Number 1 8 Manufacturers Certifications 1 9 Service Parts and Repair 2 Documents and Forms Documents and Forms overview Out of Water Inspection In Water Inspection Pre Departure Checklist After Sailing Checklist Pre Delivery Service record Float Plan Maintenance Log 3 Limited Warranty Intentional Blank Warranty Information Restrictions to Warranties Owner Information Card Warranty registration Sample Form Letter 4 Boating Safety 4 1 Safety 4 2 Carbon Monoxide Hazard 4 3 Other Dangers 4 4 Fire 4 5 Distress Signals Dimensions and Capacities 5 Sails and Rigging 5 1 Main Rig Components 5 2 The Mast 5 3 The Boom 5 4 The Sails LL P N N N N N N S f
49. ely to determine the source of the odor 5 Open the boat for natural ventilation 6 When you can no longer smell fumes locate the source Dispose of fuel in a safe approved manner 6 2 Launching 1 Remove all tie down straps securing the boat to the trailer 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 eye to the trailer winch Hunter 15 Getting Underway Be aware of nearby power lines Contact with power lines and the spar may result in electric shock caus ing severe injury or death 2 he spar can be raised before or after launch depend ing on the docking facilities after launch BE AWARE OF POWER LINES IN THE AREA 3 Attach the necessary mooring lines and fenders if nec essary Do not lower the fenders over the side until the boat is clear of the trailer 4 Initially slacken the trailer winch and familiarize your self with its gear switch action and return the winch to the locked position 5 Loose gear may now be loaded if necessary The rud der and centerboard should be in the up position 6 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 main
50. end of this chapter you will find a maintenance schedule It is important that you keep the manufactur ers 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 Lifting 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 equipment 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 stor age building should be adequately ventilated not tightly closed 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 boat The frame should be a few inches wider than the boat so the canvas will clear the rails Before preparing your boat for winter storage check the condition of the boat and its systems and equipment Note any repa
51. exces sive CO make sure engines and generators are tuned up They should run smoothly and not produce black smoke The spark plugs gas engines and ignition sys tems should be maintained regularly and the fuel system and air filters should be in good order 4 2 9 Carbon Monoxide Detectors 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 your 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 residen tial models won t withstand the elements of the boating environment Most CO detectors require specific main tenance procedures to remain accurate and functional Follow the manufacturer s instructions for the use and maintenance of the CO detectors it s strong recommended that you change CO and Smoke alarm batteries when changing the clocks for Daylight Saving Time Replace Smoke Alarms every 10 years and replace Carbon Monoxide CO alarm every 5 years since the sensors in these devices can degrade 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 1 Smoke CO alarms should be tested month ly to make sure they are working in your boat 2 Batteries should be changed
52. f 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 CO is about the same as air so it does not rise or fall like other gasses but will distribute itself throughout the boat CO Is produced any time a material containing carbon is burned In boating these materials include but are not limited to gasoline diesel fuel or propane All carbon based fuels produce varying amounts of CO depend ing 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 any open flame device produce CO and the same precau tions should be taken regardless of the type of fuel 4 2 3 How Carbon Monoxide Can Enter Your Boat Hunter 15 Boating Safety Any device that burns fuel creates Carbon Monoxide For example a propane cook top or a space heater are both potential sources for CO But the most serious danger comes from the gasoline engines and generators aboard your own and neighboring boats There are four basic ways that CO from a running engine or generator can enter your boat The station wagon effect results from the aerodynamics of deck cabins and flying bridges With the boat under the air flow over the top forms a low pressure area behind the cabin or transom which can suck exhaust gas ses into the cockpit and the cabin inefficient trim
53. f 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 3 Install reefing lines in the boom with the messenger line provided per the diagram in the sails and rigging sec tion Pull enough slack into the reef line so that the sail can 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 inside the shrouds to the lead jammer blocks on the gun wahales Tie figure eight knots in the end of the sheets to prevent them from running back through the jams 5 Raise and unfurl sails beginning with the main and then the jib while powering into the wind Once each halyard 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 off 6 Once the main is sheeted in and you are sailing upwind confirm the main topping lift position The main should be capable of
54. fety 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 Heritage With every Hunter three generations of experience combine with modern engineering and production techniques pro vide 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 seasoned sailer with the best advantage on the water Hunter 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 Table of Contents 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 chapters 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 car
55. g and Seamanship U S Coast Guard Auxiliary 306 Wilson Road Oaklands Newark DE 19711 1 5 Equipment Manufacturer Manuals Hunter 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 Manufacturers have provided operation and mainte nance manuals for your boat s equipment Keep OEM manuals with your Hunter Operator s Manual in a safe and accessible place Be sure to pass them along to the new owner if you sell your boat NOTE The OEM manuals take precedence over the Hunter Operator s Manual If information 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 warran ties Warranty registration cards are in your Operator s packet Locate and read the individual warranties put them together for easy future reference For international owner s your warranty can be found in your CE compliant Owner s Manual For U S and non EU compliant countries your warranty 1 4 info can be found in the Warranty section chapter 3 of the Operator s Manual 1 7 Hull Identification Number HIN The Hull Identification Number located on the starboard aft side is the most important identifying factor and must be included in all correspondence and orders Fa
56. g 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 only the main luff above the reef cringle is tensioned not the luff between the cringle and the top 5 3 stacked slide Ease the reef line readjust the halyard if necessary 5 6 Shaking Out a Reef 1 Head up into the wind 2 Ease the mainsheet and vang Release the tension on the topping Lift if needed 3 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 5 Re tension vang and mainsheet ease the topping lift if needed 5 7 Protecting Your Rigging Without careful inspection and proper maintenance the rigging is subject to fatigue wear discoloration and therefore product failure Remember regular inspection and cleaning will increase the life of your investment and secure your rigging We suggest the following Always rinse your rigging with fresh water after sail ing especially salt water sailing Salt can create corro sion pits causing cracks and deterioration Clean with a water soluble chlorine free detergent Nonabrasive cleansers are best for hard white vinyl coated cables e Inspect rigging for stains Rust stains may indicate stress cracks or corrosion Remove stains with synthetic or brass pads Never use steel wool pads Look f
57. gs ws Wax Change engine gearol 7 7 Hunter 15 Notes 7 8 MARINE CORPORATION AN EMPLOYEE OWNE CO MEANY We Go The Distance Hunter 15 Aback describes a sail when the wind strikes it on the lee side towards boat s stern Abeam at right angles to the center line of the boat Aft at or near the stern Amidships the center of the boat athwartships and fore and 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 created by the movement of the boat Astern behind the boat to go astern is to drive the boat in reverse Athwartships at right angles to the fore and aft line of the boat B Back 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 prevents its forward movement Ballast extra weight usually lead or iron placed low in the boat or externally on the keel to provide stability Ballast keel a mass of ballast bolted to the keel to increase stability and prevent a keel boat from capsiz ing Batten a light flexible strip fed into a batten poc
58. ies xpires d ownership We are pleased you have sure Hunter ownership will be a Based on the information you have provided of the Ji e The limited one year New Boat wa e The limited five year Hull Struct nd Bottom Blister warranty expires d Should you require assistafice at time during ownership we encourage you to contact your Hunter or to call us directly at 386 462 3077 Please confirm the information at the bottom of the page and advise us if any corrections are required Customer Service Manager Hull No HUN Model Telephone H B Date of Purchase Purchased From Address City State 4Z4Zp Private Owner Dealer 3 8 Hunter Limited Warranty GRAPHIC EXPLANATION OF WARRANTY COVERAGE fiberglass tabbing overlays Internal fiberglass pan and fiberglass grid gt _ adhesives epoxy and secondary system are covered by f ZZ bonding covered only by the five year limited one year limited warranty They warranty L are not covered by the five year limited warranty Footnote 1 wooden bulkheads modular components floors floor supports paneling trim coring materials faceplates countertops fiberglass tabbing overlays secondary bonding sealant
59. ilure 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 origin HUN Manufacturer length code XXX hull number D month code X year code model year 1 8 Manufacturers Certifications As a boat manufacturer Hunter builds their products to guidelines established under the Federal Boat Safety Act of 1971 The act is promulgated by the U S Coast Guard who has authority to enforce these laws on boat manu facturers that sell products in the United States Hunter ensures that all of it s products comply with these laws The NMMA National Marine Manufacturers Association provides Hunter with a third party certification The NMMA is an organization that represents the marine industry and assists manufacturers boat dealers mari nas repair yards and component suppliers in areas of legislation environmental concerns marine business growth and state and federal government agency inter action The third party certification that Hunter partici pates in uses well known Standards and Recommended Practices of the ABYC American Boat and Safety Council We at Hunter participate extensively in the ABYC which is all n
60. in folded back on itself to form an eye 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 D Hunter 15 Dead run running with the wind blowing exactly in line with the center line Deviation the difference between the direction indicat ed by the compass needle and the magnetic meridian caused by object aboard Displacement 1 the weight of water displaced by a boat is equal to the weight of the boat 2 a displace ment 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 Downhaul a rope fitted to pull down a sail or spar Draft the vertical distance from the waterline to the low est point of the keel Drag 1 an anchor drags when it fails to hole 2 the force of wind on the sails or water on the hull which impedes the boat s progress Drift 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 Drogue a sea anchor put over the stern of a boat or life raft to retard drift Drop keel a retractable keel which can be drawn into the hull when entering shallow waters and recovering on to a trailer E Eye of the wind direction from which the true wind blows
61. inless surface with a soft rotational motion Do Repeat the application if some surface stains remain until all the finish is back to the original clean shiny finish e Do Remove any excess polishing compound and pol ish out the stainless finish for a mirror shine Do Rinse thoroughly with fresh water after each cruise Thorough rinsing can prevent a lot of the surface staining that stainless steel produces when left in contact with salt water residue Do Dry after each use to prevent mineral deposits from building up on the surface of the finish e Don t Scour the stainless Scouring can damage original finish e Most brands of cleansers contain chemical additives which will affect the original high polish finish if left on the stainless Don t Use a steel wool pad to clean your stainless If a more abrasive product is needed use a stainless pol ishing paste being sure to rub in the paste with a clean rag Steel wool pads have a tendency to break apart and Hunter 15 Maintenance small particles of steel can become embedded in the sur face and will rust and will give the appearance that the stainless itself is rusting Following these recommendations for the care and clean ing of your stainless steel will help insure that it will pro vide you with many years of service Chlorides Today chlorides are found in almost all soaps deter gents bleaches and cleansers chlorides can be aggres sive to s
62. inst bow stop 5 Center boat between upright aft trailer guides 6 Slowly pull the boat from the water until the weight of the boat is on the trailer 7 Confirm alignment on the trailer Put trailer back in the water to re align if necessary 8 make sure the rudder is pinned or tied in the upright position to prevent it from dragging on the ground 9 De rig and unstep mast if not already done AWARE OF POWERLINES WHEN LOWERING MAST Hunter 15 Getting Underway 10 Tie boat to trailer and secure the mast and rigging 13 5 Emergency Operations You should always understand and be prepared 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 6 5 Hunter 15 Getting Underway CETTINC READY TO SAIL NOTE THE MAST MAY BE RAISED WHILE THE BOAT IS ON THE TRAILER OR AFTER THE BOAT IS LAUNCHED MAKE SURE THAT ALL HALYARD LINES ARE INSTALLED AS WELL AS THE SHROUDS AND FORESTAY ELECTROCUTION HAZARD MAKE SURE THAT THE MAST AND RICGING ARE CLEAR OF ALL OVERHEAD ELECTRICAL CABLES WHEN BEINC RAISED OR LOWERED OR MANEUVERED ABOUT A LAUNCHINC AREA CONTACT WITH AN OVERHEAD ELECTRICAL CABLE CAN CAUSE SEVERE INJURY OR
63. irs needed The need for other repairs may become apparent during winterization Make arrange ments to have the repairs completed 7 5 1 Lifting 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 hull damage 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 dis tribute the weight and prevent stress cracking from point loading 7 5 2 Draining Your Boat Your boat has a drain plug on the transom for draining water from the bilges The tongue of the trailer can be propped up so that the drain plug will be the lowest point and thereby drain the bilge when opened 7 5 3 Preparing for Storage Clean scrub and sponge the hull and deck as soon as the boat is pulled from the water and is still in the trailer Cleaning marine growth from the hull is easier when it is still wet Clean the inside of all hull openings through hull fit tings and screens Inspect the hull and underwater gear for signs
64. ket 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 degrees true or magnetic Beat to sail a zigzag course towards the wind close hauled on alternate tacks Belay to make fast a rope around a cleat usually with a figure of eight knot Bend 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 Bilge the lower round part inside the hull where the 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 change the direction of pull Boot topping a narrow colored stripe painted between the bottom paint and the topside enamel Bottlescrew see Rigging screw 8 2 Glossary 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 fitted athwartships C Caulk to make the seams between wooden planks watertight by filling with cotton oakum or a compound Cavitation the formation of a vacuum ar
65. l gear safety gear aboard and a plan for exiting the boat ramp If your boat is equipped with an engine please remember that CO fumes can be deadly Since your boat may be equipped with an outboard engine that is exterior mounted and there is no enclosed cabin there is no CO alarm installed which 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 gas 6 2 6 1 2 Upon Boarding 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 the bilge area These fumes are extremely hazardous If you detect strong fumes proceed as follows Leaking fuel is a fire and explosion hazard Personal injury or death could occur Explosive fuel vapors can become trapped in the lower portions of the boat Close all hatch covers windows doors and compartments while fueling your boat 1 Evacuate all occupied enclosures immediately 2 Shut down engine 3 Turn off all electrical circuits 4 Inform the dockmaster if possible Have a qualified technician check the boat immediat
66. larly on a reach or run L Lanyard a short line attached to one object such as a knife with which it is secured to another Hunter 15 Leech 1 the after edge of a triangle sail 2 both side edges of a square sail Leehelm the tendency of a boat to bear away from the wind Lee shore a shore on to which the wind blows Leeward away from the wind the direction to which the wind blows Leeway the sideways movement of a boat off its course as a result of the wind blowing on one side of the sails Lifeline a wire or rope rigged around the deck to pre vent the crew falling overboard Limber holes gaps left at the lower end of frames above the keel to allow water to drain to the lowest point of the bilges List a boat s more or less permanent lean to one side owing to the improper distribution of weight e g ballast or water Log 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 and weather Luff the forward edge of a sail To luff up is to turn a boat s head right into the wind Luff groove a groove in a wooden or metal spar into which the luff of a headsail is fed Lurch the sudden roll of a boat M Marlin spike a pointed steel or wooden spike used to open up the strands of rope or wire then splicing Mast Step the socket in which the base of the mast is located Measured mile a distance of
67. 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 working prop erly Once again here and now check in the DC Electric chapter 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 Actuation of your CO alarm indicates the presence of Carbon Monoxide CO which will KILL YOU If the alarm sounds 1 Press the Reset Silence button 2 Call Emergency Services Write the number here 3 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 out and your alarm remains in its normal operation 4 After following steps 1 2 and 3 if your alarm reacti vates in a 24 hour period repeat steps 1 3 and call a qualified appliance technician Write the number here Where to Install Alarms For minimum protection CO alarms should be installed near all sleeping areas For maximum protection CO alarms should be installed in all sleeping areas e Where not to Install Alarms Not behind furniture drapes closets or areas that will block air flow to the alarm Hunter 15
68. ms 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 Mild 100 400 PPM causes headaches and Exposure fatigue resembling the flu parts per million causes severe headaches drowsiness nausea and rapid heart rate Medium 400 800 PPM exposure over 800 PPM results in unconscious ness convulsions heart or respiratory failure and death Extreme exposure Many reported cases of Carbon Monoxide poisoning determined that while 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 Carbon Monoxide gas is produced when any type of fuel is incompletely burned Gasoline engines and fuel burn ing appliances furnace fireplace oven stove water heater etc also space heaters gas and charcoal grills produce CO Extended operation of unvented fuel burning appliances range oven fireplace etc can build up high CO lev els This alarm will only indicate the presence of Carbon Monoxide gas at the sensor Carbon Monoxide gas may be present in other areas 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 4 9 e DO NOT attempt to test the alarm by any other
69. nd You can get a copy from your local U S Coasty Guard Unit or the United States Coast Guard Headquarters 1300 E Street NW Washington D C 20226 4 1 5 Safety Equipment 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 Adult Form Life Vests PID White Form Cushion United States Coast Guard Pamphlet Air Horn 6 1 1 1 4 1 6 Additional Equipment You should consider having additional equipment on board to help make your boating experience safer and more enjoyable Some examples include the following Anchor and line Boat hook Bucket amp Sponge Commonly used spare parts Distress signal kit Docking lines Engine and accessory manuals Fenders First aid kit Flashlight amp extra batteries Hunter 15 Safety Navigational charts Owner s Manual VHF radio Tool kit 4 1 7 Personal Flotation Devices PFDs There must be one United States Coast Guard approved wearable personal flotation device of Type Il or for each person on board your boat The PFDs must be in serviceable
70. ndition 7 2 Exterior 7 2 1 Care and Maintenance During Summer Months Before storing your boat remove loose items such as cushions towels and similar items Water trapped under these items can cause gelcoat discoloration and mildew 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 Covering your boat between uses will protect the finish from direct sunlight Do not cover it with anything that will not allow moisture to evaporate for example sheet plastic 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 your boat every three months you have a summer boating season wax at the beginning of the season and before winter storage Waxing helps protect your boat from everyday elements Use a wax recommended for fiberglass gelcoat finishes Many automatic over the counter waxes can be used Check the product label for recommended surfaces and applications 7 2 3 Color Fading and Yellowing Darker colors are more prone to fading because they absorb more of the sun s ultraviolet rays Whites and off whites will yellow usually on the deck radii If the finish on your boat has started to fade or yellow and waxing will not restore the finish compounding with a fine grit Hunter 15 Maintenance compound and a low speed buffer may be necessa
71. ng leaks from develop ing 7 3 Mechanical Systems and Components Refer to the manuals supplied by the boat component manufacturers for their recommended periodic mainte nance The manuals may indicate maintenance require ment in addition to the minimum maintenance tasks listed in the following charts Note In case of conflicts between the maintenance informa tion in this manual and the manuals supplied by the equipment manufacturer the equipment manuals take precedence 7 3 4 Engine Gear Oil oee engine operating manual for recommended oils and correct procedures for checking and replenishing oil 7 3 2 Fuel Line Connections Check all fuel line connections for leaks at least once a year Tighten as necessary Important Be careful when tightening fittings Over tightening can crack the flair fittings and flair nuts Use only tube wrench es when tightening connections 7 4 Periodic Maintenance Proper and timely maintenance is the best insurance you can buy for trouble free and pleasurable boating Included in this section are maintenance charts which identify maintenance tasks and their frequency Use the charts as a checklist Following are specific maintenance tasks that you should complete after the first 20 hours of operation Hunter 15 Maintenance Tighten all engine mounts Complete engine maintenance as recommended by engine manufacturer Tighten all hose clamps and lubricate them At the
72. ngles from which a boat may sail the boat s course relative to the direction of the wind Port the left hand side of the boat looking forward opp of starboard Port tack a boat is on a port tack when the wind strikes the port side first and the mainsail is out to starboard A boat on the port tack gives way to a boat on a starboard tack Position 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 Pulpit a metal guard rail fitted at the bows of a boat to provide safety for the crew Pushpit a metal guard rail fitted at the stern Q Quarter the portion of the boat midway between the stern and the beam on the quarter means about 45 degrees abaft the beam R Rake the fore and aft deviation from the perpendicular of a mast or other feature of a boat 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 light can be seen Rating a method of measuring certain dimensions of a yacht to enable it to take part in handicap races Reach 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 reefing Rhumb line a
73. o a spar nor mally the boom which is used to raise it Topsides the part of a boat s hull that is above the waterline Track 1 the course a boat has made good 2 a fitting on the mast or boom into which the slides on a sail fit 3 a fitting along which a traveller runs used to alter the angle of the sheets Transit two fixed objects are in transit when seen in 8 5 Hunter 15 Glossary line two transit give position fix Traveller 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 True wind the direction and speed of the wind felt when stationary at anchor or on land Turnbuckle see Rigging screw U Under way a boat is under way when it is not made fast to shore at anchor or aground Uphaul a line used to raise something vertically e g the spinnaker pole V Veer 1 the wind veers when it shifts in clockwise direc tion 2 to pay out anchor cable or rope in a gradual controlled way W Wake the 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
74. oard This equipment must meet regulatory agency standards and it should be noticeable accessible and in a safe operating condition Your passengers should know where this equipment is and how to use it Keep an eye on the weather Be aware of possible changing conditions by checking a local weather report before your departure Monitor strong winds and electri cal storms closely Hunter 15 Safety Always keep accurate updated charts of the area board your boat Before you leave the port or harbor file a float plan with a family member relative friend or other respon sible person ashore Always operate your boat with care courtesy and common sense Instruct at least one other passenger aboard in the operating procedures in handling your boat This per son can take over if you unexpectedly become unable to do so Do not allow passengers to ride on parts of your boat other than designated seating areas Ask all passengers to remain seated while the boat is in motion Do not use the swim platform or boarding ladder while engines are running Understand and obey the Rules of the Road Always maintain complete control of your boat Do not overload or improperly load your boat 4 1 2 Safe Boating Courses Your local U S Coast Guard Auxiliary and the U S Power Squadrons offer comprehensive safe boating classes several times a year You may contact the Boat U S Foundation a
75. of such items will be if and where available pro vided to the first 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 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 SHALL BE LIMITED TO THE DURATION OF THE APPLICABLE LIMITED WARRANTY STATED HEREIN THE PURCHASER ACKNOWLEDGES THAT NO OTHER REPRESENTATIONS WERE MADE TO HIM OR HER WITH RESPECT TO THE QUALITY OR FUNCTION OF THE BOAT ANY ORAL STATEMENT OR PRINTED MATERIAL ADVERTISING THE BOAT WHICH SPEAKS TO ANY PERFORMANCE CHARACTERISTIC OF THE BOAT OR ANY OF ITS COMPONENTS SHALL BE CONSIDERED AND CONSTRUED AS AN ESTIMATED DESCRIPTION ONLY AND SHOULD NOT BE RELIED UPON AS AN EXPRESS WARRANTY OR AS THE BASIS OF THE BARGAIN FOR THE BOAT OR ANY OF ITS COMPONENTS AN
76. okout Reduce your speed From time to time stop engines and listen for other fog signals e Sound the horn or bell at approximately 2 minute intervals e f there is any doubt about continuing your excursion anchor Listen for other fog signals while continuing to sound your fog horn 4 3 4 Drugs and Alcohol Drugs and alcohol affect a person s ability to make sound judgments and react quickly As a responsible boater you will refrain from using drugs or alcohol singly or com bined 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 operate your boat 4 3 5 Collision If a serious collision occurs first check the persons on board for injuries Then inspect the boat to determine the extent of the damage Prepare to help the other craft unless your boat or its pas sengers are in danger Prepare to help the other craft if your bow penetrated the other 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 sepa rate 4 3 6 Running Aground 4 11 If your boat runs aground check everyone for injury and inspect damage to the boat or propellers lf lightly grounded shift weight of passengers or gear to heel the boat while reversing engines If towing becomes neces
77. on Hunter 15 Introduction Fig 1 1 Design Categories 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 hurri canes 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 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 1 3 An
78. on profit and develops and publishes voluntary stan dards and recommended practices for boat and equipment design construction service and repair We utilize all appli cable ABYC standards in the construction of Hunter boats 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 Hunter 15 Introduction standards in Europe which require the application of the CE 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 Boat When your boat needs serviced parts or repair take it to an authorized Hunter deal er To find a dealer in your area call 800 771 5556 or internationally 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 matter for you If a problem arises that has not been resolved to your satisfaction by your dealer contact Hunter at 800 771 5556 and the appropriate customer service department information will be provided to you 1 5 Hun
79. once a year when changing the time 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 con tact our Customer Service Hotline at 800 771 5556 On the next couple pages we will review some of the CO hazards 4 2 10 Carbon Monoxide Review Everyone is at risk for Carbon Monoxide poisoning Particularly sensitive are children pregnant women the elderly and people with lung disease heart disease or anemia Hunter 15 Safety Know th DANGER CARBON MONOXIDE Swimming near or under the back deck or swim platform Carbon monoxide from exhaust pipes of inboard engines outboard engines and generators build up inside and outside the boat in areas near exhaust vents STAY AWAY from these exhaust vent areas and DO NOT swim in these areas when the motor or generator is operating On calm days wait at least 15 minutes after the motor or generator has been shut off before entering these areas NEVER enter an enclosed area under a swim platform where exhaust is vented not even for a second It only takes one or two breaths of the air in this death chamber for it to be fatal 10615 Blockage of exhaust outlets cause carbon monoxide to accumulate the cabin and cockpit area even when hatches windows portholes and doors are closed Exhaust from
80. one nautical mile mea sured between buoys or transits ranges ashore and marked on the chart Member a part of the skeleton of the hull such as a stringer laminated into fiberglass hull to strengthen it Meridian an imaginary line encircling the Earth that passes through the poles and cuts at right angles through the Equator All lines of longitude are meridians Mizzen 1 the shorter after mast on a ketch or yawl 2 the fore and aft sail set on this mast N Navel pipe a metal pipe in the foredeck through which the anchor chain passes to the locker below Noon Sight a vessel s latitude can be found using sextant when a heavenly body on the observer s merid ian is at its greatest altitude The sight of the sun at noon is the one most frequently taken the wind with the sheets slacked off not close hauled 8 4 Glossary 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 with a long pin that fits into the gudgeon to form a hinged pivot for the rudder Pitch 1 the up and down motion of the bows of a boat plunging over the waves 2 the angle of the propeller blades Point of sailing the different a
81. or 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 or tasks should be performed 7 1 Maintenance Materials Following is a list of tools we recommend that you carry on board your yacht Note that this list is the minimum required Flashlight Vise grips small and medium Needle nose pliers ocrew and nut driver set with ratchet handle Multi bladed knife Set of screwdrivers Phillips and flat blade including shorty in both Offset screwdriver oet of combination wrenches box at one end open end at the other Extra batteries for flashlight Set of tubing wrenches Hacksaw 7 1 1 Recommended Maintenance Materials We recommend that you carry the following on board your yacht Plastic marine tape Instant glue Silicone rubber Electrical tape Two part epoxy adhesive opray lubricant 7 2 7 1 2 Recommended Spare Parts We recommend that you carry the following 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 this section are important suggestions that will help keep your boat in the best possible co
82. or broken wires a sign of fatigue in rigging Replace standing rigging if wires are broken Never mix stainless steel and galvanized metals on cable fittings pins cotter keys etc If mixing dissimilar metals electric currents may conduct between metal causing rapid deterioration e Store rigging in a dry place Never store in a plastic bag which can cause corrosion 5 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 Hunter 15 Sails and Rigging 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 fittings or 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 left and right in about 18 in 46 cm folds while pulling the leech aft Secure with a sail tie and con tinue to the luff Lash to the boom with sail ties or shock cord 5 7 2 General Hardware Maintenance Check all fittings regularly to be sure screws are tight Occasionally lubricate use silicone lubricants all mov ing parts on such fittings as blocks turnbuckles and cam cleats as well as the locking pins of snatch block
83. orientation in the general operation and mechanical systems of your boat An explanation of the Hunter CSI Program and Hot Alert process for same A copy of the Product Delivery Service Record form completed by you and the dealer during your inspection of the boat A review of all warranty information and how to obtain warranty service The complete Owner s Packet If you do not receive these materials forms or informa tion or you have any questions contact your dealer or call 1 800 771 5556 1 4 Sources of Information In North America contact one of the following for Boating courses U S Coast Guard Auxiliary U S Power Squadron e Canadian Power and Sail Squadrons Red Cross State Boating Offices e Yacht Clubs Contact your dealer or the Boat U S Foundation at 1 800 336 2628 Outside of North America contact your boat dealer or your government boating agency for assistance Hunter supplies you with and recommends that you read the following Piloting Seamanship and Small Yacht Handling Chapman Motor Yacht and Sailing Box 2319 FDR Station New York NY 10002 Hunter 15 Introduction Hunter recommends that you purchase and read the following Yachtsman Handbook by Tom Bottomly Motor Yacht and Sailing Box 2319 FDR Station New York NY 10002 The Complete Book of Maintenance and Repair by Dave Kendall Doubleday and Co Garden City NY 11530 Pleasure Yachtin
84. ound a propel ler causing a loss in efficiency Center board a board lowered through a slot in the keel to reduce leeway Center line center of the boat in a fore and aft line Center of effort COE the point at which all the forces acting on the sails are concentrated Center of lateral resistance CLR the underwater center of pressure about which a boat pivots when changing course Chain pawl a short lug which drops into a toothed rack to prevent the anchor chain running back Chain plate a metal plate bolted to the boat to which the shrouds or backstays are attached Chart datum reference level on a chart below which the tide is unlikely to fall Soundings are given below chart datum The datum level varies according to coun try and area Chine the line where the bottom of the hull meets the 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 leech meet Close hauled the point of sailing closest to the wind see also beat Close reach the point of sailing between close hauled and a beam reach when the wind blows forward of the beam Close winded describes a boat able to sail very close to the wind Coaming the raised structure surrounding a hatch cockpit etc which prevents water entering Cotter pin soft metal p
85. r keel and kh K as limited warranty Installed centerboards small d gt aa items such as but not limited boats are excluded ME to ports shafting thru hulls from all warranties vents and struts are not Keel and centerboard ered by the five year limited leaks at the attachment warranty The rudder and point are excluded keel are excluded from all from all warranties warranties Hunter Limited Warranty GRAPHIC EXPLANATION OF WARRANTY COVERAGE wooden bulkheads modular components floors floor sup ports paneling trim coring materials faceplates counter tops 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 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 3 10 HUNTERNR MARINE CORPORATION AN EMPLOYEE OWNERSHIP COMPANY The Distance Chapter 4 Boatin ing Hunter 15 Safety As you read your owner s manual please note hazard warnings which alert you to safety and precautions and unsafe conditions or operating procedures We have included these warnings because we are concerned abo
86. re 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 boat Stringer a fore and aft member fitted to strengthen the frames T Tack 1 the lower forward corner of a sail 2 to turn the boat through the wind so that it blows on the opposite sides of the sails Tacking working to windward by sailing close hauled on alternate courses so that the wind is first on one side of the boat then on the other Tack pennant a length of wire with an eye in each end used to raise the tack of a headsail some distance off the deck Tackle a purchase system comprising of rope and blocks that is used to gain mechanical advantage Tang a strong metal fitting by which standing rigging is attached to the mast or other spar Tender of dinghy a small boat used to ferry stores and people to a yacht Terminal fitting fitting at the end of a wire rope by which a shroud or stay can be attached to the mast a tang or a rigging screw turnbuckle Tide the vertical rise and fall of the oceans caused by the gravitational attraction of the moon Toe rail a low strip of metal or molding running around the edge of the deck Topping lift a line from the masthead t
87. rew falling overboard Gudgeon a rudder fitting It is the eye into which the pintle 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 H Halyard rope used to hoist and lower sails Hank fitting used to attach the luff of a sail to a stay 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 groove into which a headsail luff slides Heads the toilet Headway the forward movement of a boat through the water Heave to to back the jib and lash the tiller to leeward used in heavy weather to encourage the boat to lie qui etly and to reduce headway Heaving line a light line suitable for throwing ashore Heel to lean over to one side Isobars lines on a weather map joining places of equal atmospheric pressure J Jackstay a line running fore and aft on both sides of the boat to which safety harnesses are clipped Jury a temporary device to replace lost or damaged gear K Keel the main backbone of the boat to which a ballast keel is bolted or through which the centerboard passes Kicking strap a line used to pull the boom down to keep it horizontal particu
88. rter the time for survival PFDs will increase survival time because they provide insulation Hunter 15 Safety sciousness Survival 4 4 Fire A fire aboard your boat is serious Explosion is pos sible Respond immediately Develop a fire response plan 4 4 1 Fire Every boater should develop a fire response plan to determine what kind of fire fuel electrical etc might break out where it might break out and the best way to react Important Everyone on board should know where a fire extin guisher 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 into the wind Have all persons on board put on their personal flotation devices PFDs 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 call for help on the radio Deciding whether to stay with the boat or abandon ship will be difficult If the decision is to abandon ship all per sons on board should jump overboard and swim a safe distance away from the burning boat 4 5 Distress Signals 4 5 1 Mayday 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 of distress Monitor marine radio channel
89. ry An automotive fine grit rubbing compound will work well in most cases 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 cause deep scratches in the finish After compounding clean the surface with soap and water Apply a good coat of wax 7 2 3 Minor Scratches If you have light surface scratches and rubbing compound does not remove them wet sanding may be necessary 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 When sanding keep the surface wet On dry surfaces press a wet sponge above the sanding area Always keep the sanding block flat on the surface Never use the edge or corner Doing so will make scratches that 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 compound will have to be applied before all the scratches are removed Apply a good coat of wax 7 2 4 Stains You can remove stains using a cleaner specifically made for gelcoat surfaces Any cleaner recommended for cul t
90. s 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 within the deck hulls gelcoat e surface or build laminate are covered only by the one year e limited warranty They are not covered by the five year limited warranty Footnote 3 Keel and rudder are not covered under blister warranty They are not covered under the one year or five year limited warranty s 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 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 Internal fiberglass pan and fiberglass grid system are covered by the five year limited warranty The fiberglass hull component is covered by the five year Rudde
91. s track slides spinnaker poles etc Inspect cleat 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 them or use pro tective covers manufactured for that purpose 5 4 Hunter 15 Sails and Rigging Sail Plan 9 9 Hunter 15 Sails and Rigging Standing Rigging Details UPPER FORESTAY SHROUD ATTACHMENT SHROUD CHAINPLATE ATTACHMENT CDFORESTA Y SHROUD TANG SHROUD MARINE EYE 2FORESTAY MARINE FORK ADJUSTER C3 CLEVIS PIN C3 cLEvIS PIN W SPLIT RING CASPLIT RING CACHAIN PLATE U BOLT 5 SHROUD PORT SIDE MIRROR IMAGE NOTE FORESTAY SHROUD UPPER ENDS TANG ETC ARE THE SAME D SHACKLE TO JIB HEAD 0000006 82200000900 JIB HALYARD SIDE VIEW SIDE VIEW END VIEW FORWARD FORWARD LOWER FORESTAY TENSIONER ATTACHMENT LOWER FORESTAY TENSIONER ATTACHMENT CDFORESTAY MARINE EYE CDFORESTAY MARINE EYE 21 W SPLIT RING CZCLEVIS PIN W SPLIT RING QFORESTAY TENSIONER TENSIONER PIN HOLE C4FASTPIN TENSION RELEASE BUTTON G TENSIONING HANDLE LEVER SIDE VIEW FRONT VIEW FORWARD Hunter 15 Sails and Rigging standing Rigging Details Furling UPPER FORESTAY SHROUD TOPPING LIFT ATTACHMENT 1 FORESTAY T BALL RECEIVER 2 T BALL END 3 MAST 7 4 FORESTA
92. see only one light If you still see two lights an approaching vessel won t be able to tell which direction you are going When boating at night remember the following When two lights you see ahead turn your helm and show your red 4 5 4 Sound Signaling Device Your boat is provided with a horn which conforms with U S Coast Guard requirements for boats of this size All class A boats are recommended to carry a hand mouth or 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 Following are standard whistle signals One Prolonged Blast Warning Signal One Short Blast Pass on my port side Two Short Blasts Pass on my starboard side Five or More Blasts Danger Signal 4 13 Hunter 15 Safety H15 DIMENSIONS CAPACITIES ETC DESCRIPTION LENGTH OVERALL LESS 1021 4 33 BEAM MAX lt 6 6 1 98m DRAFT CENTERBOARD UP 06 0 15 DRAFT CENTERBOARD g o 0 92m 00502200 000000001220 500 Ibs 227 kg SAIL AREA TOTAL een 107 sq ft 9 94 sq m 2176 6 55 MAXIMUM HORSEPOWER ee 2 h p 1 49 kw MAXIMUM LOADING 4 PERSONS GEAR 926lbs 420kg BOAT DESIGN CATEGORY The
93. 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 with the jib furled in first and then by lowering the main Protect your sails by covering them with the sail cover or furling them completely up 6 4 6 4 Returning to Port After completing the day s cruise and mooring your boat shut down the engine Reduce engine speed to idle Place transmission con trol in neutral Allow engine to idle for a few minutes Move switch to OFF to shut down the engine Before going ashore check the following items Boat securely tied to dock e Sails are secured Centerboard and rudder are up if trailering A thorough washdown of your hull decks and rigging with soap and fresh water will help keep your boat looking like new for years 6 4 1 Retrieving Be aware of nearby power lines Contact with power lines and the spar may result in electric shock caus ing severe injury or death 1 Raise Centerboard and rudder 2 Back trailer into water remembering boat will be float ing lower if there is more gear on board than when you started 3 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 aga
94. t 1 800 335 BOAT 2628 or in Virginia 1 800 245 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 4 1 3 Voluntary Inspections otate boating officials in many states or the U S Coast Guard Auxiliary offer courtesy inspections to check out your 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 Check with the appropriate state agency or the Coast Guard Auxiliary for details 4 1 4 Rules of the Road 4 3 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 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 separat ing inland and international waters The Coast Guard publishes the Rules of the Road in its publication Navigational Rules International Inla
95. taining control with the mooring lines 8 Slowly pull the empty trailer out of the water being careful 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 1 First move the throttle to the neutral positionl 2 Next turn the switch to the On position 3 Start the engine by pulling the start chord 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 Exhaust gasses contain Carbon Monoxide This is a poisonous gas and can cause death Shut down 6 3 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 Check wind tide and current to determine the best way to maneuver your boat away from the dock Lower the rudder and centerboard to the proper depth and cast off mooring lines Shift your boat s engine into forward or reverse depend ing 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
96. tainless steel However chlorides are very water soluble Therefore THOROUGH RINSING of your bright work after each use will help to keep your stainless look ing bright and shiny Scratches 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 lengthy and work intense process 7 2 6 Deck Hatches Wax the rubber gaskets on all deck hatches with a car nauba wax to ensure gasket material does not stick to its mating surface 7 2 7 Acrylic and Plexiglass Important Do not use glass cleaning sprays scouring compounds 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 compounds with mild soap and plenty of lukewarm water Use aclean soft cloth Apply only a light pressure when cleaning Rinse with clear water and blot dry with a damp cloth or chamois 7 2 8 Caulking 7 4 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
97. tems of your engines and generator are under constant attack from salt water gasses vibra tion and normal wear Inspect every exhaust system component often Start with a visual inspection Check each 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 ened 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 Other 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 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 4 6 Finally because poorly running engines produce
98. ter 15 Introduction Notes 1 6 Ak EMBL OXE We Distance Chapter 2 Documents w ww w and ____ H15 A Hunter 15 Documents and Forms Your Hunter dealer completes the Pre Delivery Inspection Report Fig 2 1 before you take delivery of your 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 Hunter will not pay warranty costs for items that should have been covered in the pre delivery service inspection and recorded on the Pre Delivery Inspection Report Owners must coordinate with the dealer to insure Hunter warranty registration is completed and returned to Hunter Inserted at the end of this section are several records you will find helpful Use the BOAT RECORD Fig 2 2 to record all impor tant information about your boat and its equipment After your dealer has recorded all the information remove the record from your Owner s Manual and store in a safe place Do not keep this form aboard your boat The FLOAT PLAN Fig 2 4 provides a record of your destination departure and return times boat descrip tion passenger list and other information about the trip you
99. that the warranty work must be performed at the HUNTER plant transportation costs to and from the HUNTER plant shall be paid by the owner The labor cost reimbursement will be based on a Labor Allowance Schedule established by HUNTER and where not applicable on a reasonable number of hours as deter mined by HUNTER Any repairs and replacements must be approved in advance by an autho rized HUNTER service representative For 1995 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 notice shall include the name address and telephone number of the subsequent pur chaser the date of purchase the hull number and the name of the seller of the boat Hunter will mail to the subsequent purchaser notice of the expiration dates of the limited war ranties see form letter attached The transfer of the ownership of the boat will not extend the expiration dates of the limited warranties 3 7 Hunter Limited Warranty SAMPLE FORM LETTER March 12 1997 Mr John Smith 1456 Joy Street Sarasota FL 34266 Dear Mr Smith Thank you for providing written notice of transfer selected a Hunter sailboat and we will make every effgft t satisfying experience for you to notify you of the expiration dates warrant
100. tructure can cause excessive accumulation of Carbon Monoxide gas with the cabin areas of your boat Be cer tain hull exhaust outlets are not blocked in any way Figure 4 4 Engine and generator exhaust from other vessels along side your boat while docked or anchored can cause excessive accumulation of Carbon Monoxide gas within the cabin and cockpit areas of your boat Be alert for exhaust from other vessels Figure 4 5 Engine or generator exhaust from your boat while under way and operating with a high bow angle can cause excessive accu mulation of Carbon Monoxide 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 ventilation when the weather coverings are in place and either the engine or generator are running Figure 4 7 While underway or drifting slow speed can cause co buildup add a tailwind and this can intensify the effect 4 8 Hunter 15 Safety WHY Because Carbon Monoxide is an odorless color less gas that prevents the blood from carrying oxygen to the vital organs CO Carbon Monoxide is 200 times more likely to replace oxygen in the blood Check the sympto
101. ty is included here and in your Operator s Manual If for some rea son you are not able to understand read or view this manual please contact your local dealer for a replacement copy We stand behind the quality of your boat with our limited warranty which you should review To insure the operation and validity 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 Boat Safety Act requires registration of a boat s first owner The warranty data should also be re corded in the space below for your own reference The following warranties apply to all 2012 Model Year boats produced by HUNTER MARINE CORPORATION Hunter 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 work manship or materials for a period of twelve 12 months from the date of delivery to the first use pur chaser 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 www LIMITED FIVE YEAR HULL STRUCTURE AND BOTTOM BLISTER WARRANTY Hunter 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 workm
102. ured marble or fiberglass tubs and sinks will work Most of 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 743 area After the stain is removed wash the area with soap and water and apply a good coat of wax 7 2 5 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 is this careful polishing that makes the stainless finish so beautiful and easier to clean and maintain Recommended Cleansers We have reviewed several general stainless cleansers polishers to determine their effectiveness in cleaning and protecting your stainless steel Even though opinions will certainly differ our opinion is that one of the most effec tive cleaning and polishing products is Collinite 850 Metal Wax To help maintain the factory finish of your stainless steel hardware try the recommended cleanser because you may agree with us Recommendations for Cleaning e Do Apply an even layer of the polishing compound onto a clean soft rag and distribute over a manageable area of the sta
103. ut your safety and the safety of your passengers Hazard statements generally have five parts 1 The hazard symbol 2 signal word which indicates the severity of the haz ard 3 concise description of the hazard 4 The results of ignoring the hazard 5 Steps for avoiding 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 Identifies hazards or unsafe practices that could re sult in personal injury or death Indicates hazards or unsafe practices that could re sult in minor personal injuries property damage or component damage Also included in this manual are owner advisory state ments identified as Important or Note Unlike the hazard communication statements they alert you to con ditions 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 equip ment operating and maintenance procedures Its intent is to call attention to information more important than normal text 4 2 4 1 Safety Boating safety and the safety of your passengers are your responsibility You should fully understand and become familiar with the operating
104. viduals with medical problems may consider using warning devices which pro vide audible and visual signals for levels under 30 PPM How else to protect your family from Carbon Monoxide Ensure alarms are installed properly Carefully read and follow ALL the instructions in this manual Test your unit every week Alarms that do not work do not alert 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 Professionally maintain your engine and generator Although all gas engines and generators produce Carbon Monoxide a poorly tuned engine and generator will pro duce greater amounts of Carbon Monoxide 4 3 Other Dangers 4 3 1 Weather Storms rarely appear without advanced notice Check the weather forecast before you begin a day of boating Be aware however that weather conditions can change rapidly If you have a marine radio listen to the weather reports issued by the U S Coast Guard and others If you have a portable radio keep it tuned to a station broad casting frequent weather reports Many boating clubs fly weather signals Learn to recognize these signals and listen to your

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