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