36e Operator's Manual 2012.pdf - Marlow-Hunter, LLC
36e Operator's Manual 2012.pdf - Marlow-Hunter, LLC
36e Operator's Manual 2012.pdf - Marlow-Hunter, LLC
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Underwater Gear<br />
6.2.2 Rudders<br />
Your <strong>Hunter</strong> rudder is constructed with a foam filled<br />
composite blade by hand lay-up connected to an internal<br />
stainless steel grid and rudder stock structure. The rudder<br />
bearings are self lubricating type bearings. Ensure<br />
to inspect the free<br />
and smooth operation<br />
of the rudder<br />
stock and bearings<br />
at regular intervals.<br />
Fig. 6.5 shows<br />
you a view at the<br />
rudder under your<br />
boat.<br />
Your steering<br />
system is a very<br />
important part of<br />
your boat and very<br />
important to your<br />
boating safety.<br />
However, all boat<br />
operator’s should<br />
be prepared for<br />
rudder failure or<br />
loss. That is why<br />
<strong>Hunter</strong> Marine has<br />
Fig. 6.5<br />
a backup rudder<br />
system that can be purchased for our current<br />
models. Other commercial suppliers offer similar systems<br />
at differing benefits and costs. You should conduct<br />
your own analysis to determine which alternative is best<br />
for you.<br />
! CAUTION !<br />
Because the backup system can also be lost an<br />
operator must be able to sail without a rudder or otherwise<br />
be prepared to assemble a makeshift rudder.<br />
Important: Look to the Getting Underway Chapter (chapter 12)<br />
for information about using your emergency tiller system. The<br />
connections and use are detailed in that section.<br />
The next Figure in this section will allow you to observe<br />
the cross section illustration of the rudder installed on<br />
your boat. This view also shows you the upper and<br />
lower rudder bearings.<br />
6.3 Seawater Intake<br />
6.3.1 Skin Fittings and Intakes<br />
On the bottom of your boat, you will find skin fittings and<br />
intakes for the supply and discharge to your boat’s various<br />
systems.<br />
Care should be taken that these intakes and skin fittings<br />
are cleaned of barnacles and other growth as specified<br />
in the maintenance section of this manual to maintain a<br />
clear, open passageway.<br />
THROUGH HULL<br />
TYP. THRU-HULL W/ SEACOCK DETAIL<br />
STREET ELL<br />
HOSE BARB<br />
BALL VALVE<br />
3/4 (19 MM)<br />
THROUGH HULL NUT<br />
PLYWOOD BACKING<br />
HULL<br />
TYP. THRU-HULL W/ SEACOCK DETAIL<br />
HOSE<br />
DOUBLE CLAMPED<br />
The optional electronics package you have ordered on<br />
your boat will largely determine the underwater gear that<br />
is related to the monitoring equipment. Be sure and refer<br />
to your documentation in your owner’s packet to find out<br />
the details about this equipment.<br />
6.4 Windlass and Anchoring (Option)<br />
6.4.1 Windlass<br />
Fig. 6.6<br />
The windlass facilitates the anchoring of your boat by<br />
automatically raising and lowering the anchor. To operate<br />
the windlass, the windlass power switch at the Nav<br />
station must be switched on.<br />
Note: It is important that the windlass clutch is tight for proper<br />
operation and safety. Periodically check the clutch and tighten<br />
if necessary.<br />
6.4