Tartan 3500 Owner’s Manual
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8.0 ACCESSORIES
8.1
Installation of Thru Hull Fittings
Note: To ensure correct positioning of the thru hull fitting, consult with
your local TARTAN Dealer.
Installations in Non-Cored Areas:
A. Drill hole size to accommodate the thru hull fitting.
B. A small backup plate is required for strength purposes. Marine plywood is
suitable. A hole the same size as that in the hull should be drilled in the
wood. The holes may then be aligned, and the wooden backup plate may be
bedded with marine sealer and allowed to dry.
C. Install the thru hull fitting, and securely tighten the nut.
Installations in Cored Areas
A. Drill hole size to accommodate the thru hull fitting.
B. Using a knife, remove the Balsa core from the area surrounding the hole at
least two inches beyond the edge of the hole.
C. Fill this area with resin saturated fiberglass mat and let cure. The hole may
have to be trimmed or reshaped to accommodate the thru hull.
D. Mount the thru hull fitting with marine sealer on the flange portion of the fitting.
A layer of marine sealer should also be applied between the interior portion of
the fitting and the hull. Allow to dry.
Note:
After applying the marine sealer between the exterior of the fitting
and the hull, tighten the nut. The thru hull fitting should not be allowed to turn
as this may break the seal. A wrench to tighten the nut and a wrench to hold
the thru hull will be required.
9.0 ELECTRICAL
9.1 General
The electrical system in your Tartan Yacht has been designed to ensure as much
trouble free operation as possible. Wiring and connections are kept as high in the
interior of the yacht as practicable, reducing the possibility of exposure to water.
The main switch panels are located to protect them as much as possible from the
elements.
