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T4100 OM rev2 
 

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3.0 CONSTRUCTION 

 

3.1 Hull 
 
The hull of the Tartan 4100 is a single unit fiberglass molding which incorporates a specially developed 
NPG/ISO gelcoated hull with a resin infused epoxy laminate.  Alternating layers of strand mat and mulit-
axial glass in Epoxy resin are locally reinforced and cored with closed cell synthetic foam in order to 
achieve an optimum balance of strength, stiffness and weight in the laminate composite.   
 
The construction process ensures the complete weaning of the laminate complex with no voids or 
bubbles.  Extra laminate is used in any area that would be subject to additional stresses.  The exterior 
finish consists of gelcoat molded into the fiberglass.  The boot stripe is applied using PPG Concept 
Acrylic Urethane while the cove stripe is a premium vinyl film.  A synthetic foam core is sandwiched 
between the laminate layers to add significant strength and stiffness properties to the hull, and yet 
ensuring that overall weight is kept to a minimum.  The strength/weight characteristic of the sandwich 
composite as well as resistance to impact and abrasion is magnified by the use of multi-axial glass in the 
laminate. 

 

3.2 Deck 
 
The deck and cockpit, like the hull, is a single unit fiberglass molding with a gelcoat surface.  A balsa 
core is incorporated into the structure between the laminate layers for additional stiffness.  A non-skid 
finish is molded into the working areas of the deck. 

 

3.3 

Hull / Deck Joint 

 

The top flange of the hull is capped with marine adhesive sealant.  The deck is then fitted and fastened 
through the Teak or Aluminum toerail by means of stainless steel bolts.  As the bolts are tightened, the 
sealant is forced into exposed crevices. If a leak should ever develop in the hull / deck joint, the through 
bolts may be tightened accordingly. 
 
3.4 

Rudder & Steering 

 
The rudder is constructed of two molded composite shells, which are bonded together and injected with 
two-part foam for added strength.  The rudderpost is carbon fiber with a reinforcing web positioned 
within the rudder. 
 
Wheel steering is standard.  The pedestal system is a smooth operating Compact Rack & Pinion Lewmar 
steering system.  The pedestal manufacturer has provided maintenance instructions concerning the 
steering system.  
 
3.5 Ballast 
 
The keel of your Tartan Yacht is of lead alloyed with antimony for added strength and cast to exacting 
tolerances.  In addition to providing the yacht's stability, the foil shape of the keel produces hydrodynamic 
lift while sailing to weather, enhancing upwind performance. 
 
The keel is fastened to the hull by means of stainless steel bolts, which are cast into the lead.  These bolts 
project through the bottom of the boat and are bedded with sealing material to prevent water leaks.  The 
bolts are secured by stainless steel nuts and washers, which are visible in the bilge.  
 
 

Summary of Contents for 4100

Page 1: ...O Ow wn ne er r s s M Ma an nu ua al l T Ta ar rt ta an n Y Ya ac ch ht ts s 1 19 92 20 0 F Fa ai ir rp po or rt t N Nu ur rs se er ry y R Ro oa ad d F Fa ai ir rp po or rt t H Ha ar rb bo or r O Oh h...

Page 2: ...ing 5 3 Fuel Grade 6 0 ENGINE AND TRANSMISSION 6 1 Engine 6 2 Transmission 6 3 Saildrive 6 4 Propellers 6 5 Removal of Propellers 6 6 Installation of Propellers 6 7 Exhaust System 7 0 CONTROLS 7 1 Gen...

Page 3: ...ly 12 4 Bottom of the Yacht 12 5 Cove Stripe 12 6 Vinyl Rub Strip 12 7 Running Rigging 12 8 Lifelines Pulpits and Stanchions 12 9 Winches and Blocks 12 10 Engine 12 11 Power Train 12 12 Electrical 12...

Page 4: ...Identification Number HIN located on a placard at the top right corner of the transom in accordance with U S Coast Guard Regulations Please identify your model and hull number when contacting your de...

Page 5: ...ce and service under the terms of the Limited Warranty on your yacht including the processing of all claims with Tartan Yachts RESPONSIBILITY OF THE OWNER For maximum safety and enjoyment of your new...

Page 6: ...er thru hull fitting Standing Rigging The careful adjustment of the standing rigging of the mast under actual sailing conditions is critical to avoid mast failure The rigging should be adjusted to mai...

Page 7: ...ast Stepping 9 Attach upper shrouds loosely 9 Attach backstay leave turnbuckle extended 9 Chock mast in partners Refer to SPARTITE instruction for procedure 9 Tighten the mast tie down rod s if necess...

Page 8: ...E if auto pump is installed adjust switch level and ensure the auto switch is not blocked by bilge hoses Operate sump pump shower and drain collection and on some models sinks 9 Check operation of all...

Page 9: ...find your yacht equipped with gear different from that shown in your manual Any new piece of equipment will be in all cases equal to or better than its predecessor On taking delivery of your yacht be...

Page 10: ...TABLES Illustrations Sailplan Standard Deck Layout Accommodation Plan Interior Lighting Plan Tables Table 1 Specifications Table 2 Sailmaker s Specifications Table 3 Running and Standing Rigging Speci...

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Page 14: ...25 12 12 12 8 BERTH SPOT LIGHT 6 IN DOME LIGHT RED WHITE DOME OPT COURTESY LIGHT AIRCRAFT SPOT STERN NAV LIGHT COMBO BOW NAV LIGHT MAST WIRE JUCNCTION STRIP TUBE LIGHT CHART LIGHT...

Page 15: ...IL AREA SQUARE FEET 885 SQ FT I GENOA 57 J GENOA 15 P MAINSAIL LUFF 50 10 E MAINSAIL FOOT 18 BRIDGE CLEARANCE 61 6 BALLAST DISPLACEMENT RATIO PERCENT 36 DISPLACEMENT LENGTH RATIO 227 8 SAIL AREA DISPL...

Page 16: ...ER FOOT 10MM 12MM BOLT ROPE CLEW ATTACHMENT CAR INSTALLED ON BOOM CLEW CUT UP 75mm or 2 95 TACK CUT BACK 55mm or 2 16 TACK CUT UP 55mm or 2 16 SAIL GATE HEIGHT FROM BOOM 76mm or 3 REEF CUT BACK 89mm o...

Page 17: ...EF LINE 1 7 16 95 RED FLECK STA SET OUTHAUL LINE 1 3 8 17 3 BLUE FLECK STA SET OUTHAUL TACKLE 1 3 8 45 BLUE FLECK STA SET TACKLE SWIM LIFT 1 20 BLACK STA SET CONTROL LINE SWIM LIFT 1 1 4 8 BLACK STA S...

Page 18: ...39 6 OS 270008 STEMBALL TBK PIN LOWER SHROUD 2 3 8 21 3 1 2 OS 470038 STEMBALL TBK 5 8 PIN HEADSTAY 1 3 8 57 10 1 4 5 8 MARINE EYE TBK 5 8 PIN BACKSTAY UPPER 1 3 8 51 9 3 4 5 8 MARINE EYE 5 8 MARINE E...

Page 19: ...erioration kinks or other unusual conditions X X Make sure all rigging functions correctly X X Clean or lubricate sheaves as required X Strip down clean and lubricate winches X Rinse off blocks sheets...

Page 20: ...seal for cracks or wear X X PLUMBING SYSTEMS Clean out bilge and sump debris strainer X X Clean out water system debris strainer X X X Inspect all fittings for leaks X X X Lubricate Head X Lubricate...

Page 21: ...cture between the laminate layers for additional stiffness A non skid finish is molded into the working areas of the deck 3 3 Hull Deck Joint The top flange of the hull is capped with marine adhesive...

Page 22: ...nsion than fore and aft dimension 4 2 Spars Based upon the relationships described above the more spreaders and shrouds used transversely and the more intermediate forestays and running backstays used...

Page 23: ...the weight is suspended just above the gooseneck The fore and aft distance between the mast and the halyard at the gooseneck level is the amount of rake Ease off the forestay turnbuckles and tighten t...

Page 24: ...find the boat tends to fall off when sailing upwind and you must constantly push her to weather then the boat carries lee helm and the rig will require more rake With constant tuning as the season pr...

Page 25: ...l inlet deck cap be sure all open flames aboard the yacht are extinguished no person is smoking and that the electrical main switch as well as all electrical circuits are turned to off Once the tank h...

Page 26: ...is a fixed three bladed bronze unit When sailing it is advised to lock the propeller by putting the engine in reverse after it has been shut off This will prevent the propeller from rotating or free...

Page 27: ...forward gear This may be caused by one blade of the propeller not opening Should this occur slow the engine to idle shift into reverse gear and accelerate the engine This should open the blade Idle t...

Page 28: ...ions in Cored Areas A Drill hole size to accommodate the thru hull fitting B Using a knife remove the synthetic core from the area surrounding the hole at least two inches beyond the edge of the hole...

Page 29: ...are designed to always be hot These items include the bilge pumps memory courtesy lighting and inverter control 9 2 Batteries Tartan Yachts are factory supplied with batteries The battery box is loca...

Page 30: ...of the thru hull fittings should be supplied with the unit See section 8 1 Installation of Thru Hull Fittings 10 3 Masthead Fittings Masthead fittings should be installed carefully following manufact...

Page 31: ...ways be sure that access gates if fitted are closed before leaving the dock Check carefully that the swage end fittings are not pulling out and that the lock rings are on the turnbuckle ends and the t...

Page 32: ...eflector is a must These can be purchased commercially The radar reflector should be stored carefully to prevent damage because the performance of the unit is directly related to the accuracy of the i...

Page 33: ...e damage extends into the glass lamination below the gelcoat consult your Tartan Dealer or a qualified marine yard Gelcoat surfaces below deck are cleaned with a good detergent and water then rinsed w...

Page 34: ...ly with soap and water using a stiff brush Flush with fresh water to remove soap residue 2 Wipe surface thoroughly with a rag that has been dampened with Interlux Fiberglass Solvent Wash 202 or an equ...

Page 35: ...is defined as those fixed parts of the rigging which support the mast The standing rigging and all the components listed under Stainless Steel should be checked each time before going sailing and giv...

Page 36: ...ection Never leave a snatch block open and be sure the snatch is properly closed before applying load so that the cheek of the block will not be bent Sheaves and blocks can be sprayed with a silicone...

Page 37: ...ushions on end so that air can circulate around them It is also advisable at such times to clean out all lockers removing all dampness and leaving locker doors open 12 13 2 ULTRASUEDE and ULTRALEATHER...

Page 38: ...s should be closed to prevent any leakage Check that all thru hull fittings are secure and that valves open and close easily Replace engine block and water pump drain plugs Remove any winter cover pro...

Page 39: ...adjust the tie down so that the weight of the spar is carried by the sling and tie down only d Attach the crane lifting hook to the sling It is recommended that a piece of carpet be wrapped and taped...

Page 40: ...t cotter pins Release the bundle of running rigging and lead each line fairly to the appropriate blocks stoppers and winches Connect the mast electrical wires and test each circuit Attach the mast col...

Page 41: ...to guard against ice or snow Check all electrical and mechanical components on the yacht and remove those needing service or replacement during the winter Cover any exposed holes It will only be neces...

Page 42: ...gested that the fuel tank be topped up and a recommended quantity of diesel fuel stabilizer only added to the fuel for winter storage Do not add methyl hydrate to diesel fuel for it will damage the en...

Page 43: ...ch as you enjoy sailing it This warranty is effective for all Tartan yachts delivered after November 1 2003 Who is the Warrantor The warrantor for these limited warranties is Tartan Yachts a division...

Page 44: ...Tartan Yachts Remanufactured parts meet or exceed all factory standards for safety quality and reliability Limitations The performance of necessary repairs and adjustments is the exclusive remedy und...

Page 45: ...ecial warranty is available from Tartan Yachts for these uses through Tartan s Warranty Service Department Components equipment and accessories not manufactured by Tartan Yachts including but not limi...

Page 46: ...icular purpose is limited to the duration of this written warranty except in states where this limitation is not allowed How to Present Claims Warranty claims must be presented through an authorized T...

Page 47: ...T4100 OM rev2 Page 43 of 50 Tartan Yachts Commissioning Checklist...

Page 48: ...company Should you notice any loss or damage you must notify your dealer within 30 days of arrival as neither the carrier nor TARTAN can honor claims beyond 30 days 9 Inspecting equipment boxes that...

Page 49: ...maintaining an accurate list of owners for possible future mailings regarding safety information about your yacht Confirm that all the items that are the responsibility of the dealer outlined in the p...

Page 50: ...ssure that the center of gravity of the yacht is midway between the straps Additional caution should be exercised to avoid placing a strap in contact with a speedometer or depth finder thru hull fitti...

Page 51: ...g and feathering props require additional steps Install zinc anodes Interior Charge and inspect batteries NOTE Batteries are shipped from our plant with only partial charge Check hose clamps on ALL th...

Page 52: ...orrect if needed Tighten backstay turnbuckle Tighten lower shrouds so mast is straight athwartships Lowers are to be just a little looser than uppers Tighten intermediate shrouds With rigging adjustme...

Page 53: ...to pump is installed adjust switch level and assure that auto switch is not blocked by bilge hoses Operate sump pump shower and drain collection and on some models sinks Check operation of all running...

Page 54: ...adjust operation of reefing system After Shakedown Sail Re tension all rigging if necessary If excess headstay sag is apparent use next lower hole in link plates or tension backstay DEALER __________...

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