J 105, Owner'S Manual

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J/105 Owner Guide ...................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 5
This manual has been compiled to help you to operate your J/105 with safety and pleasure. It
contains details of the J/105 the equipment supplied or fitted, its systems and information on its
operation. Please read it carefully, and familiarize yourself with the craft before using it.
This owner's manual is not a course on boating safety or seamanship. If this is your first boat, or
you are changing to a type of boat you are not familiar with, for your own comfort and safety,
please ensure that you obtain handling and operating experience before "assuming command" of
the boat. Your dealer or national sailing federation or yacht club will be pleased to advise you of
local sea schools, or competent instructors.
This owner's manual is not a detailed maintenance or trouble shooting guide. In case of difficulty,
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
of the craft shall be assessed, executed and documented by competent people. The boat builder
cannot be held responsible for modifications he has not approved.
NOTE: Any change in the disposition of the masses aboard may significantly affect the stability,
trim and performance of your boat. Users of this boat are advised that:
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All crew should receive suitable training;
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Bilge water should be kept to a minimum;
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Stability is reduced by any weight added high up;
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In rough weather, hatches, lockers and doorways should be closed to minimize the risk of
flooding;
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Stability may be reduced when towing or lifting heavy weights using a davit or boom;
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Breaking waves are serious stability hazard.
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In some countries a driving license or authorization are required, or specific regulations
are in force.
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Always maintain your boat properly and make allowance for the deterioration that will
occur in time and as a result of heavy use or misuse of the boat.
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Any boat – no matter how strong it may be, can be severely damaged if not used properly.
This is not compatible with safe boating. Always adjust the speed and direction of the
craft to sea conditions.
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If your boat is fitted with a life raft, read carefully its operating manual. The crew should
be familiar with the use of all safety equipment (harness, flares, life raft, etc.) and
emergency maneuvering (man overboard recovery, towing, etc); sailing schools and clubs
regularly organize drill sessions.
PLEASE KEEP THIS MANUAL IN A SECURE PLACE, AND HAND IT OVER TO THE NEW OWNER WHEN YOU
SELL THE CRAFT.