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INTREPID YACHTS

OWNER’S MANUAL

Intrepid 9M and 35

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Page 1: ...INTREPID YACHTS OWNER S MANUAL Intrepid 9M and 35 ...

Page 2: ...tion 2 1 2 Maintenance 2 1 3 Bottom Paints 2 1 4 Hardware 2 1 5 Mast Step and Reinforcement 2 2 Spars and Rigging 2 2 1 Spars 2 2 2 Rigging 2 2 3 Turnbuckles 2 2 4 Tuning 2 2 5 Sheets 2 3 Sails 2 3 1 Sail Attachment 2 3 2 Reefing Mainsail 2 3 3 Sail Care 2 3 4 Battens 2 3 5 Optional Sails 2 4 Bilge Pump 2 5 Plumbing Systems 2 5 1 Fresh Water Tanks 2 5 2 Pumps 2 5 3 Head 2 6 Through Hulls Valves an...

Page 3: ...0 2 Ice Box 2 10 3 Ports 2 10 4 Sinks 2 10 5 Head 2 10 6 Woodwork 2 10 7 General 2 10 8 Stove 2 11 Maintaining Teak 3 0 Safety and Equipment 3 1 Fire Extinguishers 3 2 Fueling 3 3 Weather Forecasts 3 4 Boating Safety Organizations 3 5 Charts 4 0 Winterizing 4 1 Blocking the Hull 4 2 Ice Box 4 3 Stove 4 4 Electrical System 4 5 Propeller and Shaft 4 6 Head 4 7 Water Tanks 4 8 Engine 4 9 Fuel Tanks 4...

Page 4: ...also is a helpful guide to follow for proper care and maintenance in the future Please review the material carefully You will enjoy your new Intrepid Yacht more if you are familiar with the design and construction of the boat and with the equipment used on board Any questions you may have can be answered by your authorized dealer as he is a knowledgeable professional and is familiar with your new ...

Page 5: ...list Warranty returned to Intrepid Yachts ______________________________________________ Owner s Name ___________________________________________________ Owner s Address _________________________________________________ Registration Number _______________________________________________ Engine Manufacturer _______________________________________________ Model Number _______________________________...

Page 6: ...n keeled yacht we have been able to offer designs which are both performance oriented and suitable for racing yet comfortable attractive and seaworthy criteria for any yacht regardless of vintage We are aware of the tremendous forces a sailing yacht can generate and have taken great care to be sure that the high stress areas are substantially reinforced to give you trouble free performance under t...

Page 7: ...ne manufacturer owner s manual and on some of the accessory equipment which you may elect to have installed We recommend that your record these important numbers carefully and keep copies of them at home and aboard see Owner s Record form These numbers and an accurate description of your property in the event of theft could be essential to their recovery Marking an inconspicuous place such as the ...

Page 8: ...ng and commissioning expenses of your new yacht you have a right to expect a thorough and professional job Please note that the checklists provided in this manual are to assist you and your dealer with the first launching of your boat In subsequent years you may wish to review this list in preparing your boat for launching 8 ...

Page 9: ...2 ____________ ________ Visually check underwater hull surface for any damage sustained during trucking or handling 3 ____________ ________ Through hulls all tight and clear of any foreign objects 4 ____________ ________ Seacocks and valves all closed Hose clamps tight 5 ____________ ________ Check two propeller retaining nuts for tightness Cotter pin in place and bent over Record propeller inform...

Page 10: ...ng to insure that the bearing and packing gland are lubricated by water 15 ____________ ________ Check battery switch and electrical system operation 16 ____________ ________ Check battery electrolyte and charge level 17 ____________ ________ Check head operation 18 ____________ ________ Check bilge pump operation ENGINE START UP CHECKLIST The following checklist is not intended to replace the eng...

Page 11: ..._______ ________ Start engine according to manufacturer s recommendations Failure to start may be due to air in fuel lines Refer to manual for bleeding directions 29 ____________ ________ Immediately after engine starts check to see that water is coming out of transom exhaust port 30 ____________ ________ Check gauges and or warning lights 31 ____________ ________ Check entire system for water oil...

Page 12: ...and cotter pins for security Be sure the locking nuts on the turnbuckles are secure Tape all potential chafe points 42 ____________ ________ Tune rigging to proper tensions 43 ____________ ________ Attach boom sheets blocks oars reefing lines topping lifts etc 44 ____________ ________ Wire bow and deck lights MISCELLANEOUS CHECKLIST 45 ____________ ________ Fill water tank s and check operation of...

Page 13: ...s papers and ignition key given to owner 53 ____________ ________ Checklist warranty registration ready for mailing to factory Owner ______________________________________________________________ Date __________________________ Within seven days of launching RETURN CHECKLIST TO Intrepid Yachts 160 Middleboro Avenue East Taunton MA 02718 WHITE Return to Intrepid Yachts YELLOW Owner s Copy PINK Deal...

Page 14: ...s a knowledgeable professional who is familiar with your boat and capable of answering most of the questions which you may have He will communicate any problems or inquiries which you may have directly to our company so that we can both work together toward an expeditious and satisfactory solution Your dealer is not however authorized by Intrepid Yachts to consent to repairs or the replacement of ...

Page 15: ...ation in the hull Decks are laminated using the same basic system as the hulls but end grain balsa core material is added in certain areas to increase the stiffness of flat surfaces The bunkliner is securely bonded to the hull along the entire keel cavity resulting in approximately 3 of fiberglass where the keel bolts pass through the hull 2 1 2 Maintenance Fiberglass is one of the most maintenanc...

Page 16: ...aper and washed with solvent to remove wax prior to painting In certain geographical areas some bottom paints work much better than others If you intend to repaint the bottom of your boat seek the advice of your dealer or knowledgeable local boat owners on what brand of bottom paint works well in your area Caution not all bottom paints are chemically compatible Be sure to tell your paint dealer wh...

Page 17: ...luminum All spars are anodized unfortunately anodizing is a semi permanent process but still the best means of protecting aluminum After several years of hard exposure to salt spray and sun the protective virtues may diminish and a protective paint or film may be applied to the mast However anodized spars have been used for many years untreated with no apparent harm As a general rule aluminum mast...

Page 18: ...s of shrouds and stays which support the mast in an upright position Running rigging is used to hoist or trim sails Standing rigging requires attention as a failure could result in the loss of a mast Most failures occur from lack of attention poor tuning or improper maintenance rather than a structural failure Before stepping your mast each season inspect all standing rigging thoroughly Starting a...

Page 19: ...ned and corrective action taken After completing the above inspection the mast may be stepped and the standing rigging secured to the chainplate In all Intrepid Yachts the upper shrouds are attached to the chainplate in direct line athwart from the mast step Lower shrouds are attached fore and aft of the upper All running rigging on Intrepid Yachts is Dacron It requires only protection from chafe ...

Page 20: ... ends The locking nut should also rotate freely Prior to assembly lightly lubricate the ends barrel and locking nuts with waterproof grease The enclosed insert from Spartan Marine Products Inc indicates the maximum distance turnbuckles should be opened The Y dimensions listed apply only to turnbuckles with properly centered barrels Turnbuckle barrels can be centered by measuring the threads expose...

Page 21: ... windward Repeat this procedure on the opposite tack If the masthead is falling off on both tacks the forward lower shrouds are too tight and the upper shrouds are too loose If the masthead hooks to windward the upper shroud is too tight in relation to the lower on the same side When sailing to windward the forward lower shrouds bear a greater load than the after lower shrouds however the after lo...

Page 22: ...sion should be as follows Intrepid 28 Uppers Headstay Backstay Y 15 5 8 Lowers Y 14 1 2 Intrepid 35 Y dimension is established by the maximum open dimension that still allows cotter pin to be installed in the holes at the end of each stud This is required for a positive lock 6 To lock turnbuckle in position snug the locking nuts up to each side of the turnbuckle barrel a Either use two wrenches on...

Page 23: ...A 1 4 bolt is run through the eyesplice attaching the topping lift to the aft portion of the masthead The topping lift adjuster is knotted or spliced to the boom end and run through the single block which is spliced at the end of the topping lift Leading back to a cheek block on the starboard side of the boom it adjusts the boom to your desired height and cleats fast on the starboard side of the b...

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Page 26: ... lift may need to be adjusted It should always have some play in it under normal sailing conditions but during reefing some prefer to take up on the topping lift prior to beginning to reef If this is done be sure to slacken it when the reef is completed Generally speaking reefing is desirable when you find yourself heeling more than 20 or wish to slow the boat down to keep it manageable in heavy a...

Page 27: ... edge goes into the batten pocket first Battens particularly wooden battens can twist and warp if they are not kept flat Keep this in mind when storing them Battens should always be removed when the mainsail is furled 2 3 5 Optional Sails The first sail that you will probably want to add to your complement of working sails is a 150 genoa This sail provides more power and speed in lighter wind cond...

Page 28: ... 5 Plumbing Systems The plumbing systems on your yacht are simple and functional The fresh water system consists of water tank s hoses and foot pump s The scupper and drain system consists of cockpit and sink drains 2 5 1 Fresh Water Tanks The Intrepid 9 Meter is equipped with a 30 gallon water tank located under the port main cabin berth The water fill is located amidships outboard of the hanging...

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Page 31: ...the through hull nuts are tight that seacocks are working properly and that all hose clamps are tight and in good condition Seacocks are designed to provide a positive means of stopping the flow of water into the hull should a connection fail or a hose rupture These fittings are the single most important safety devices that affect the watertight integrity of your boat Checking them for ease and ef...

Page 32: ...y be left in the closed position when you leave the boat Be sure that you establish a routine of opening and closing seacocks so that you don t overheat your engine or burst hoses in the head Should water start to enter the boat and for any reason a seacock is inoperable a wooden plug fitted for the purpose or rags or clothing can be stuffed in the through hull fitting to slow or stop the rush of ...

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Page 35: ...e battery is commonly reserved for engine starting duty Once the engine is started the alternator is allowed to fully charge the starting battery then the switch is thrown to the other battery for charging NEVER TURN THE BATTERY SWITCH TO THE OFF POSITION WHILE THE ENGINE IS RUNNING This can seriously damage the alternator or regulator 2 8 3 Instrument Panel Every Intrepid Yacht is equipped with a...

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Page 40: ...ed AWG 16 with insulation Engine starter motor wiring and ground wire is AWG 3 for the ground and 4 for positive The lightning ground is AWG 8 wire Check engine wiring connections frequently and clean and tighten them if necessary 2 8 4 Lightning Ground The Intrepid is equipped with a lightning ground system which connects the shroud and stay chainplates to an underwater metal plate mounted on the...

Page 41: ...ry year or whenever vibration seems to be a problem Proper alignment will not eliminate all vibration but it is an important factor in reducing it Place the propeller shaft flange and the reverse gear flange together so that the guide locates properly With the flanges pressed against each other check the parallelism with a 002 feeler gauge The gauge must not enter between the flanges at any point ...

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Page 46: ...n the end of the ice box drain hose Periodically dump the melted ice out into the sink Food items should not be left for long periods of time in a closed ice box without ice Spoilage odors mold and mildew will result Plan to clean out your ice box both ice and food items at the end of each sail or cruise when you are leaving the boat for an extended period of time Remove the ice box cover to permi...

Page 47: ...er s manuals with the appliance Read it carefully and make sure that everyone who uses the stove understands its operation Remember alcohol fires can be extinguished with water or Type B fire extinguishers The following precautions refer to all types of stoves Refer to owner s manual for specific instructions 1 Never leave lighted stove unattended 2 Never leave a stove when it is still hot Remembe...

Page 48: ...nts outlined here the U S Coast Guard can provide additional information and answer your questions It is highly recommended that although not required certain additional items be kept aboard 1 An anchor of appropriate size and design and rode of good quality appropriate size and length 2 First aid kit 3 Compass 4 Paddle 5 Flashlight 6 Up to date charts of the waters to be sailed 3 1 Fire Extinguis...

Page 49: ...FF Turn off all switches for branch circuits so that there are no live electrical circuits Main switch should also be turned off AFTER engine is stopped to prevent alternator damage 6 If possible crew members not involved in fueling should leave the boat 7 An adequate fire extinguisher U S C G approved for Class B fires should be readily available in case of emergency 8 Remove fill fitting Be cert...

Page 50: ...ilies and learned at their parents knees Therefore it is to everyone s benefit that there are several fine non profit organizations that are ready to teach interested persons everything from basic seamanship and piloting to celestial navigation Two of these organizations are United States Power Squadron U S P S United States Coast Guard Auxiliary 3 5 Charts There is not substitute for complete and...

Page 51: ...es little maintenance If you wish each bulb can be removed and the light fixture given a spray of water dispersant such as WD40 CRC or similar products The main switch and fuse panel can also be treated this way to minimize corrosion 4 5 Propeller and Shaft Examine the propeller for any damage or nicks If evidence of either is apparent have the propeller removed and trued The shaft coupling should...

Page 52: ...l in the spring with its possible gum deposits Much has been written lately on this subject and new products are being developed to prevent gum deposits Keep informed and consult your dealer or shipyard for recommendations 4 10 Covering It is far better to store a boat under cover than to leave it open to the elements The teak trim will fare better during the winter and the boat will not be subjec...

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