27 Operator's Manual.. - Marlow-Hunter, LLC

Hunter 27 • Introduction
Fig. 1.1 Design Categories
Sea and wind conditions for which a boat is
assessed by the International Standard to be
suitable, provided the craft is correctly handled
in the sense of good seamanship and operated
at a speed appropriate to the prevailing sea
state.
Design Category A (“ocean”)
Category of boats considered suitable to operate
in seas with significant wave heights above 4 m
and wind speeds in excess of Beaufort Force 8,
but excluding abnormal conditions, e.g. hurricanes.
Design Category B (“coastal”)
Category of boats considered suitable to operate
in seas with significant wave heights up to 4 m
and winds of Beaufort Force 8 or less
Design Category C (“inshore”)
Category of boats considered suitable to operate
in seas with significant wave heights up to 2 m
and a typical steady wind force of Beaufort Force
6 or less.
Design Category D (“sheltered waters”)
Category of boats considered suitable to operate
in waters with significant wave heights up to and
including 0,30 m with occasional waves of 0,5 m
height, for example from passing vessels, and a
typical steady wind force of Beaufort 4 or less.
REF: EN ISO 12217
An orientation in the general operation and mechanical
systems of your boat;
An explanation of the Hunter CSI Program and Hot Alert
process for same.
A copy of the Product Delivery Service Record form”
completed by you and the dealer during your inspection
of the boat;
A review of all warranty information and how to obtain
warranty service;
The complete Owner’s Packet.
If you do not receive these materials, forms, or information,
or you have any questions contact your dealer, or
call 1-800-771-5556
1.4 Sources of Information
In North America, contact one of the following for
Boating courses:
• U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary
• U.S. Power Squadron
• Canadian Power and Sail Squadrons
• Red Cross
• State Boating Offices
• Yacht Clubs
Contact your dealer or the Boat/U.S. Foundation at 1-
800-336-2628
Outside of North America, contact your boat dealer,
or your government boating agency for assistance.
1.3 Dealer's Responsibilities
In addition to a pre-delivery check and service of your
boat, your dealer should give to you:
A description and demonstration of the safety systems,
features, instruments, and controls of your boat;
Hunter supplies you with; and recommends that you read
the following:
Piloting, Seamanship and Small Yacht Handling
(Chapman)
Motor Yacht and Sailing
P.O. Box 2319, FDR Station
New York , NY 10002
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