ISLAND PACKET 350 - User Manual

Manual covers craft details, equipment, systems, operation, and maintenance.

Keep manual in a secure place and hand it over if selling the yacht.

Yacht certified by NMMA for construction, design, and materials standards.

Hull construction details, fiberglass laminate, gelcoat finish, and bowsprit.

Deck construction using cored laminate, PolyCore, gelcoat finish, and non-slip surfaces.

Interior construction based on a molded fiberglass structural pan with grid system.

Method of joining deck to hull using flange, sealant, bolts, and teak cap rail.

Rudder construction, support bearings, and steering system details.

Spar construction, aluminum alloy, anodized coating, mast guide, and wiring provisions.

Details of standing rigging, materials, terminals, bobstay, and chainplate attachment.

Definition of running rigging, examples, and color-coded lines.

Procedures for setting up and tuning the rig for proper performance.

Procedures for furling and reefing jib sails.

Sail combinations for different weather conditions and cutter rig versatility.

Tips for handling the yacht, tacking, and achieving optimal sailing performance.

Procedure for using the dual single line reefing system on the mainsail.

Explains reduced steering effectiveness in reverse and provides tips for control.

Discusses helm feel, Yanmar engine RPM, fuel consumption, and wheel brake usage.

Guidance on propeller free-wheeling and the correct procedure to stop the Yanmar engine.

Maintenance of fiberglass surfaces, cleaning, waxing, and crack repair advice.

Preventing osmotic blisters, application of bottom paint, and hull hauling recommendations.

Care and treatment of teak interior and exterior wood trim.

Details on the Yanmar diesel engine, maintenance, fluids, and fuel system components.

Fresh water, raw water, and waste water systems, including tankage and head operation.

12V DC and 115V AC systems, battery maintenance, shore power connection, and wiring.

Storage and safety of LPG tanks for the stove, including solenoid and thermocouple.

Inspection and maintenance of deck hardware, lifelines, ports, winches, and blocks.

Proper care of sails to enhance lifespan, focusing on sunlight and chafe prevention.

Inspection and maintenance of turnbuckles, standing rigging, and corrosion prevention.

Maintenance of the Harken furling system, including bearing lubrication and fitting inspection.

Care instructions for interior cushions and optional cockpit cushions.

Conversion of settees to berths and extending the salon table.

General recommendations for routine maintenance tasks and schedules for various yacht systems.

Overview of yacht specifications and dimensions.

Diagram illustrating sail dimensions and rigging configuration.

Layout of the yacht's interior and exterior profile.

Top-down view of the deck layout and a cross-section of the hull.

Schematic diagram of the yacht's direct current electrical panel.

Detailed wiring diagram for the yacht's DC electrical system.

Schematic diagram of the yacht's alternating current electrical panel.

Detailed wiring diagram for the yacht's AC electrical system.

Diagrams for the bonding system and fresh water supply.

Diagrams for raw water, waste water, and drainage systems.

Diagram showing the locations of various thru-hull fittings.

Illustration of the yacht's transom with discharge points.

Diagram illustrating the yacht's fuel system layout.

Step-by-step guide for bleeding the engine's fuel system.

Procedures for bypassing the neutral safety switch and emergency starting.

Diagram of the propane (LPG) system for the stove.

Detailed illustration of chainplate and deck-to-hull connection.

Diagram of the Edson CDI steering system components.

Diagram of the Whitlock steering system components.

Diagram of the Sparcraft automatic reefing system setup.

Illustration of the mainsail traveler control line routing.

Diagram showing block types and their placement for rigging.

Diagram of the roller furling staysail rigging setup.

Table detailing standing rigging wire sizes and lengths.

Table detailing running rigging line types, sizes, and colors.

Technical data and diagrams for sailmakers, including gooseneck and luff groove information.

Isomat fitting specifications and stemball tang details for riggers.