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Page 2: ...J88 OWNER MANUAL 2 J 88 Owner Manual HIN Yacht Name Owner Name COPYRIGHT J BOATS INC 2013...

Page 3: ...istribution Panel 30 DC Component Layout 31 DC Battery Charging Schematic 32 AC Optional Schematic Panel 33 Bonding System 34 Engine System 35 Sail Drive 35 Fuel System 35 Engine Cooling Exhaust Syste...

Page 4: ...oper safety equipment and the safe operation of the vessel Your J Boats Dealer will be happy to refer you to Boating Safety Courses or other seminars available Please be sure to complete the enclosed...

Page 5: ...iculty refer to the boat dealer builder or its representative Always use trained and competent people for maintenance fixing or modifications Modifications that may affect the safety characteristics o...

Page 6: ...SHORE Designed for voyages in coastal waters large bays estuaries lakes and rivers where conditions up to and including wind force 6 and significant wave heights up to and including 2 m may be experie...

Page 7: ...dry provisions consumable liquids not covered by d or e and miscellaneous equipment not included in the light craft mass or in b d consumable liquids fresh water fuel in portable tanks filled to the m...

Page 8: ...Standard Propeller Flex O Fold geared folding prop 14 dia x 11 pitch Battery Type AGM Group 27 Glass Mat Holding Tank Capacity 23 liters 6 gal Optional Water Capacity 19 liters 5 US gallons Limit of P...

Page 9: ...RI 02809 email info ccfci com www ccfci com Cushions Ken s Upholstery Phone 401 246 1244 101 Narragansett Ave Fax 401 246 0731 Barrington RI 02806 email Spars Rigging Hall Spars Rigging Phone 401 253...

Page 10: ...r in the proximity the aluminum Saildrive leg Saildrive leg should also be thoroughly coated with epoxy primer and any nicks or scratches properly sealed Chainplates are manufactured of polished stain...

Page 11: ...tant acrylic and arrive ready to use DO NOT PERMIT ACETONE OR OTHER HARSH CLEANSERS TO GET ON PORTS OR HATCHES AS THEY MAY DAMAGE THE FINISH CLARITY OF SOME DECK HARDWARE Deckhouse Handrails Stainless...

Page 12: ...cading 24 1 backstay adjustment system that leads to each side of the cockpit just forward of the traveler Please refer to the complete system diagram included in the next section of this manual for p...

Page 13: ...n traveler car mounted on the track see diagram for set up Outhaul is an internal 8 1 system adjusted at the cleat on the underside of the boom and comes pre assembled from Hall Spars Cunningham The c...

Page 14: ...flow ___ Check oil press water temp charging gauges ___ Check transmission forward reverse ___ Check Saildrive seal Steering System ___ Attach Tiller Extension ___ Check for free rotation of rudder _...

Page 15: ...OULD NEVER BE IGNORED IMMEDIATE ATTENTION IS REQUIRED BY THE OWNER DEALER Failure by the owner or dealer to respond to this important sign of electrolysis may lead to severe damage to and or failure o...

Page 16: ...d with a PT2 Loos Gauge Shroud Wire Load Loos Gauge Uppers V1 6mm 1850 lb 40 Lowers D1 6mm 860 lb 33 Intermediates D2 5mm 229 lb 17 Typically the Intermediates should remain loose until the Uppers and...

Page 17: ...ll then lead down through the SS padeye on the side of the mast near the gooseneck then down to a turning block at the mast collar through the organizer and aft to a rope clutch to starboard inboard p...

Page 18: ...J88 OWNER MANUAL 18 Diagrams Layouts Schematics MainsheetDiagram...

Page 19: ...J88 OWNER MANUAL 19 TravelerSystemLayout...

Page 20: ...J88 OWNER MANUAL 20 AdjustableJibLead System...

Page 21: ...J88 OWNER MANUAL 21 CabinTopLayout...

Page 22: ...J88 OWNER MANUAL 22 ReefingSystemLayout...

Page 23: ...J88 OWNER MANUAL 23 BackstaySystem...

Page 24: ...J88 OWNER MANUAL 24 CunninghamSystem...

Page 25: ...J88 OWNER MANUAL 25 SpinnakerSheetBlocks...

Page 26: ...TER SEPARATOR FUEL FEED W SHUT OFF 1 4 HOSE USCG TYPE A 1 FUEL GAUGE FUEL RETURN 2 EXHAUST HOSE 5 8 FUEL VENT HOSE TANK VENT SHEERLINE VETUS FTR330 19 STRAINER VETUS MUFFLER NLP40 3 4 VENTED LOOP EXHA...

Page 27: ...Bilge PumpLayout Switch MANUAL BILGE PUMP MOUNTED ON DECK MANUAL BILGE PUMP 1 1 2 HOSE 2 THRU HULL BOTH BILGE HOSES COMBINED WITH AN EXHAUST Y FITTING ELECTRIC BILGE PUMP 1 1 8 HOSE VENTED LOOP LOCATE...

Page 28: ...ITTING FUEL 2 BILGE PUMP DISCHARGE 2 ENGINE EXHAUST 5 8 FUEL VENT SINK DRAIN SEACOCK FORESPAR 1 932144 HEAD DISCHARGE SEACOCK FORESPAR 1 1 2 932156 w 930137 DECK FITTING WASTE HEAD INTAKE SEACOCK FORE...

Page 29: ...J88 OWNER MANUAL 29 Head HoldingTankSchematic...

Page 30: ...J88 OWNER MANUAL 30 DCDistributionPanel...

Page 31: ...1 12V DCComponentLayout OPTIONAL BATTERY 2 READING LIGHT 1 READING LIGHT OPTIONAL V BERTH KEY BILGE PUMP DC MAIN PANEL TERMINAL BLOCK DOME LIGHT READING LIGHT NAV LIGHT AFT NAV LIGHT FWD STANDARD BATT...

Page 32: ...J88 OWNER MANUAL 32 12V DCBattery ChargingSchematic...

Page 33: ...J88 OWNER MANUAL 33 OptionalACSchematic Panel...

Page 34: ...J88 OWNER MANUAL 34 BondingSystem COMPRESSION POST BASE KEEL BOLT ENGINE FUEL TANK FUEL FILL MAIN CHAINPLATE STBD STERN RAIL PORT STERN RAIL DC GROUND BAR MAIN CHAINPLATE BOW RAIL HEADSTAY...

Page 35: ...Hoses The J 88 is equipped with one 15 gallon fuel tank located aft of the mechanical space behind the engine Fuel lines run from the tank to the fuel primer pump From there fuel flows into the inject...

Page 36: ...re charged by either running the engine or by an optional AC battery charger Stop engine by pushing engine stop button on the panel NEVER turn battery switch to OFF position while engine is running as...

Page 37: ...ust loop ACCUMULATED WATER IN THE MUFFLER MAY FLOW BACK INTO THE ENGINE MANIFOLD AND DAMAGE THE ENGINE IF THE MOTOR IS CRANKED FOR A PRO LONGED PERIOD AND DOES NOT START IMPORTANT Check that a flow of...

Page 38: ...IMMEDIATELY Replace the fuel fill deck plate and notify the attendant Wash all traces of fuel or source of fumes ventilate the boat Leave the fuel dock only when you are completely certain that a pote...

Page 39: ...apacity of 69 liters per minute is wired directly to the battery with its own panel mounted in the nav station adjacent to the electrical panel The default switch position is for automatic operation c...

Page 40: ...t A great resource for understanding and maintaining a marine head system is a book called Get Rid of Boat Odors by Peggie Hall Seaworthy Publications Recommended cleaning solutions Holding Tank Use f...

Page 41: ...qualified marine electrician to complete these tasks Be sure all sensitive accessories are not only grounded properly but that proper fuses are run off the panel LightSpecification Bow Lights Aqua Sig...

Page 42: ...system is not in use Connect metallic housings or enclosures of installed electrical appliances to the protective conductor system in the craft Use double insulated or grounded earthed electrical app...

Page 43: ...the engine space and the location of routes and exits Cautionary notices to the boat operator Keep the bilges clean and check for fuel and gas vapors or fuel leaks frequently When replacing parts of...

Page 44: ...as a bridge between them mast to shroud etc Avoid swimming during a lightning storm If the boat is mildly struck by lightning check all compasses and electrical gear to determine that no damage or cha...

Page 45: ...aken to identify and isolate the source of electrical current Failure to do so may damage or destroy the aluminum Saildrive leg DeckHardware Running Rigging Wash deck hardware frequently with fresh wa...

Page 46: ...and chrome deck hardware with a healthy amount of fresh water after sailing each day Hardware like stanchions handrails bow stern pulpits and winches can be treated with Never dull or other light cle...

Page 47: ...tem ___ Read engine owner s manual maintenance guide ___ Check engine fluid levels and systems for leaks shut off controls ___ Check throttle action start and stop controls cable clamps etc ___ Check...

Page 48: ...m water can accumulate in the bottom of the muffler This should be drained using the drain plug or anti freeze added so residual water doesn t freeze Batteries It is preferable to remove the battery i...

Page 49: ...of a storage cradle and the vertical risers or bunks should merely stabilize the boat If it appears that the boat is supported too much by the vertical risers correct the problem as this could struct...

Page 50: ...y issue that an owner needs to address in order to continue insurance coverage For boats that haven t changed hands which usually triggers a pre sale survey it s otherwise left entirely to the owner t...

Page 51: ...The same is true for boats that use special dockside hoisting systems to hoist the hull out of the water while the keel remains underwater and unsupported Maintenance Considerations 1 Care should be...

Page 52: ...s Spars break more often than not by a failure in the standing rigging but there are some specific areas to keep an eye out for 2 Deck area The mast section at the partners where the mast passes throu...

Page 53: ...s tabbing or fiberglass tape should be inspected annually and especially after any groundings or excessive exposure to hard trailering If there is any evidence of gelcoat cracking or actual tabbing vi...

Page 54: ...ssary ADDITIONAL REMARKS There are few industry guidelines regarding pro active maintenance inspection and periodic replacement of key components on aging composite boats Many owners rely on reminders...

Page 55: ...ning rigging and sails and placed in satisfactory condition The 6 years surveys defined in Section 11 3 recommend a far more complete survey In addition to all elements as described in 11 2 Biennial s...

Page 56: ...ncluding the very dangerous tend to be materials never intended to be used as an acrylic window cleaner polish such as glass cleaners and furniture polish Glass cleaners invariably contain ammonia a k...

Page 57: ...te scratches as part of everyday life the kind you can t feel with a fingernail but can really see when flying into the sun the products that fill fine scratches are great for regular use If scratches...

Page 58: ...garhauermarine com SS Rails White Water Marine 810 987 4837 www whitewatermarineinc com Mast Rigging Hall Inc 401 253 4858 www hallspars com Deck Hardware Harken 262 691 3320 www harken com Rope Clutc...

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