Sabre Sabre 30, Owner'S Manual

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11:10 HULL LEAKS: There are a number of sources of excessive water in bilge. Only a
few are of a potentially serious nature. Locating hull leaks is facilitated by noting
when the water fills in the fastest (i.e. sailing, motoring, or at mooring). Even then,
it is usually just a slight trickle. Possible sources are as follows.
1. Anchor Well Drain: Contact Sabre for repair kit and instructions.
2. Strut Bolts: Remove strut bolts and recaulk with a polysulfide or urethane sealant.
Be sure to install washers and double nuts with lock washer between. Check for the cause
of the loose strut.
11:00 EXTERIOR MAINTENANCE (Cont'd)
3. Rudder Stuffing Box: Tighten or replace packing. If not successful, check for leaks
between the bronze stuffing box and the fiberglass, and then refiberglass. (Refer to
Section 1)
4. Shaft Stuffing Box: Tighten or replace packing, or replace shaft log. (Refer to
Section 17:03 and I­11)
5. Keel Bolts: Rebed with polysulfide sealant. Tighten nuts to 90 foot pounds. (Refer
to Section 28:00 and I­12)
6. Thru Hulls and Seacocks: Reseat internal cone, or reseal seacock to thru hull and
hull. (Refer to Section 25:01 and I­10)
11:11 OTHER SOURCES OF WATER IN THE BILGE AREA: Check all water system components: small
tanks, hoses, foot pumps, pressure pumps, accumulators, hot water tank, engine coolants,
mast boot, internal water flow in the mast, and water closet gaskets.
12:00 INTERIOR MAINTENANCE
Cleaning you yacht's interior should become a regular part of maintenance. Sunny, breezy
days are best suited for this as the will aid you in the drying and airing process. The
end results will increase your sailing pleasure.
12:01 TEAK: The interior teak on new Sabre yachts may show considerable variation in
color, shade, and hue, due to the natural variations in freshly cut teak surfaces. The
light sensitive pigment inherent in teak will allow it to season to a deep, golden brown
color over the first few months of exposure to sun and air.
Areas the become especially soiled may be washed with a very mild detergent/water
solution. After drying, these areas will require light sanding and oiling.
We recommend a light teak oil such as Regatta brand "Teak Shield". This is a thin oil­
based material, which seals wood fibers to prevent absorption of surface oils and stains.
It also contains a fungicide protecting against bacterial and fungal action. It may be
used repeatedly to restore the original luster of the teaks. Application in itself is a
cleaning process. Do not use linseed oil as it will result in excessive build­up and a
varnished type appearance. Consult knowledgeable marine store for alternative products.
CAUTION: OILY RAGS ARE EXTREMELY SUSCEPTIBLE TO SPONTANEOUS COMBUSTION AND MUST NEVER BE
LEFT ONBOARD.
12:02 VINYL: Some of the exposed surfaces in your yacht are marine engineered vinyl.
It is moisture proof, sun and oil resistant. This vinyl is sensitive to most solvents and
is best cleaned with Windex and a terry cloth rag.
12:03 PORTS: Ports are made of either plexiglass or a safety glass. They should be
cleaned with a soft cloth. Avoid the use of abrasive cleanser or solvent. Plexiglass
has a tendency to scratch easily. However, plastic cleaner and polish will remove most
surface scratches. (Refer also to Section 11:05)