J/145 OWNER GUIDE
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Safety
Lightning Protection
The J/145 is completely grounded in accordance with industry practice. The mast, shroud chainplates,
stemhead fitting, backstay fitting, stanchion bases, engine, and electrical system are grounded to the keel.
In spite of this grounding, there can be no assurance that personnel or the boat will not suffer injury if the
boat is hit by lightning. The following are suggestions only and in no way guarantee safety in the event of a
lightning strike.
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If possible, remain inside a closed boat during a lightning storm. Do not contact any metallic objects
inside or outside the boat.
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Avoid contact with any items connected to the lightning conductive system (mast, shrouds, etc) and
especially in a manner to act as a bridge between them (mast to shroud, etc).
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Avoid swimming during a lightning storm.
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If the boat is mildly struck by lightning, check all compasses and electrical gear to determine that no
damage or change in calibration has taken place.
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Check all thru-hull & seacock fittings, keel bolts, thru-bolts for leakage (water).
Safety Equipment
You can never be prepared enough for emergencies that may arise at sea. During the commissioning of
your J/145, triple check that you have all required safety gear and adequate spares aboard. Make it a
policy to thoroughly brief any first time crew members with emergency procedures including man-over-
board, fire, and sinking. Please contact your local U.S. Coast Guard office for up to date USCG safety
requirements.
IT IS THE OWNER’S RESPONSIBILITY TO COMPLY WITH ALL FEDERAL AND STATE
REGULATIONS WITH RESPECT TO SAFETY EQUIPMENT; OPERATION OF THEIR VESSEL; AND
SAFETY OF ALL PASSENGERS
Summary of Contents for J/145
Page 1: ...J 145 Owner Guide COPYRIGHT J BOATS INC 2001...
Page 11: ...J 145 OWNER GUIDE 12 Diagrams Layouts Schematics Mainsheet TravelerDiagram...
Page 12: ...J 145 OWNER GUIDE 13 HalyardLayout...
Page 13: ...J 145 OWNER GUIDE 14 ReefingSystemDiagram...
Page 14: ...J 145 OWNER GUIDE 15 CheckstaySystem...
Page 15: ...J 145 OWNER GUIDE 16 Jib GenoaHardwareLayout...
Page 16: ...J 145 OWNER GUIDE 17 DeckHardwareLayout...
Page 17: ...J 145 OWNER GUIDE 18 Engine ExhaustSystemLayout...
Page 18: ...J 145 OWNER GUIDE 19 FuelSystemLayout...
Page 19: ...J 145 OWNER GUIDE 20 Thru HullLocations...
Page 20: ...J 145 OWNER GUIDE 21 FreshWaterSystemLayout...
Page 21: ...J 145 OWNER GUIDE 22 HeadSumpLayout...
Page 22: ...J 145 OWNER GUIDE 23 BilgePumpLayout...
Page 23: ...J 145 OWNER GUIDE 24 HeadPlumbingSystem...
Page 24: ...J 145 OWNER GUIDE 25 MainAC DCDistributionPanel...
Page 25: ...J 145 OWNER GUIDE 26 AC DCComponentLayout...
Page 28: ...J 145 OWNER GUIDE 29 DCFanLayout...
Page 29: ...J 145 OWNER GUIDE 30 ACLayoutwithForwardHeadOnly...
Page 30: ...J 145 OWNER GUIDE 31 ACLayoutwithAftHeadOnly...
Page 31: ...J 145 OWNER GUIDE 32 ACLayoutwithBothForward AftHeads...
Page 32: ...J 145 OWNER GUIDE 33 OptionalInverterWiring...
Page 33: ...J 145 OWNER GUIDE 34 PropaneSystemLayout...
Page 34: ...J 145 OWNER GUIDE 35 BondingSystem...
Page 35: ...J 145 OWNER GUIDE 36 RudderShaftDetail...
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