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  • Page 1 Chapter I OPERATIONS MAINTENANCE MANUAL Chapter 1...
  • Page 2 TAYANA 37 OPERATIONS MAINTENANCE MANUAL Originally prepared by Southern Offshore Yachts. Converted to digital format by Harvey J. Karten August 1998. Current update: 1/10/02 Many thanks to Ed Potter, Tom Beard and Mauro Migliorelli...
  • Page 3 III-A. Initial Commissioning III-B. Owner Commissioning III-C. Decommissioning for Storage III-D. Recommissioning After Lay-Up OPERATING PROCEDURES IV-A. Sailing The Tayana 37 Cutter IV-B. Sailing The Tayana 37 Ketch IV-C. Tuning The Spars And Rigging IV-D. Tuning Under Sail IV-E. Handling Under Power IV-F.
  • Page 4 V-E. Auxiliary Engines & Related Systems V-F. Electrical Systems V-G. Plumbing and Sanitation Systems LIST OF ILLUSTRATIONS AND TABLES Drawing Tayana 37 Cutter Sail Plan Tayana 37 Ketch Sail Plan Tayana 37 Deck Plan Tables ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS/The Energy Audit System (Table IV.-1)
  • Page 5 ANNEX I ....................Winch Assemblies ANNEX II....................Warranty ANNEX III .................... Miscellaneous Info PHRF Rating Rigging (P, I, J and E Values) of Cutter Fuel Tank Depth vs. Volume...
  • Page 6 INTRODUCTION You are to be congratulated on your selection of the TAYANA 37 cruising yacht. There is no better yacht in her size range on the market. With care and proper maintenance she will not only prove to be an excellent investment, she will take you cruising anywhere in the world safely and comfortably.
  • Page 9 I-10...
  • Page 10 BARIENT WINCH #22 WINCH ASSEMBLY I-11...
  • Page 11 Volume in Fuel Tank in Bow of older Tayana 37 as a function of height of fuel in tank. As the tank is shaped in the form of a polyhedron, the exact relationship of fuel level to total volume is non-linear and difficult to assess. Based on data provided by Tom Beard in TOG News.

  • Page 12: Table Of Contents

    Calculated length of forestay based on I and J values = 54.5' Approx. area of 110% Genoa = 470 Square Feet Source of Data: DESIGNER'S SAILPLAN – obtained from SailRite Webpage PHRF Rating of Tayana 37, Cutter Rig = 180 Ketch 786 square feet (total) Main 263 sq.

  • Page 13: Serial Numbers

    Standard Engine Depending upon year of construction and original owner’s choice: Perkins 4-108 Diesel or YANMAR 3QM30 Diesel Fuel Tankage may vary 100 gallons (U.S.) Water Tankage may vary 100 gallons (U.S.) Vertical Clearance 55 feet (Verify on your particular vessel) Non-Dimensional Values: Hull Speed 7.46...
  • Page 14 Polars for Tayana37 Cutter II-3...

  • Page 15: Materials

    Far East built yachts. Resins. The resins used in the construction of TAYANA yachts are polyesters purchased in the United States or Japan. Their quality equals or exceeds that of the resins used in nearly any U.S.

  • Page 16: Construction

    There is little difference in strength between them, but type 304 can tend to show corrosion which while generally-harmless, is irritating Bronze Bronze fittings used on TAYANA yachts are made in Taiwan. Tests by an independent laboratory showed that the bronze used is of good marine alloy and grade.
  • Page 17 The beautiful spruce spars which come on some TAYANA 37's are made in a special spar shop located in the factory complex. The spruce used is the finest that can be found and truly approaches aircraft quality.
  • Page 18 II-7...

  • Page 19: Importer's Documents (No Information Provided In Manual

    E. IMPORTER’S DOCUMENTS (No information provided in manual) F. PROCEDURES AND DATA FOR DOCUMENTATION Documentation must be accomplished with the United States Coast Guard in the United States or with the governing agency in the country where your vessel is to be registered.
  • Page 20 Extent of interest. Identification of Owner's or Existing Mortgages. Declaration of No Foreign Interest involved. Declaration of Master of Vessel. Declaration No freight or Commercial Passengers to be Carried on Board. Designated Home Port-Licensing Office. Designated Hailing Port-Berth Marking Certificate Commercial Class Contact your U.S.
  • Page 21 Volume in Fuel Tank in Bow of older Tayana 37 as a function of height of fuel in tank. As the tank is shaped in the form of a polyhedron, the exact relationship of fuel level to total volume is non-linear and difficult to assess. Based on data provided by Tom Beard in TOG News.
  • Page 22 CHAPTER III COMMISSIONING AND DECOMMISSIONING....... III-2 A. INITIAL COMMISSIONING....................... III-2 Check List on Commissioning ......................III-4 DELIVERY INSPECTION ........................ III-5 LAUNCHING INSPECTION ......................III-5 ENGINE INSTALLATION......................III-6 LIFELINES, PULPITS AND STANCHIONS ................III-6 SPARS AND STANDING RIGGING (Pre-Stepped) ..............III-6 SPARS AND RIGGING (After-Stepped)..................

  • Page 23: Chapter Iii Commissioning And Decommissioning

    - Shipping Damage is revealed. The trucking company is liable for shipping damage. They require prompt notification of any claims against them. - Part shortages are revealed. TAYANA boxes the loose gear and provides a packing list. Occasionally errors are made.
  • Page 24 5. Prepare and paint bottom. For maximum anti-foulant life, a full second coat of bottom paint is recommended. 6. Launch and inspect all underwater fittings for leaks. 7. Fill fuel, water, and propane tanks and search for leaks. 8. Install pulpits, stanchions, and lifeline lines. Safety lifeline ends and gates. 9.

  • Page 25: Initial Commissioning

    The next few pages provide you with a checklist similar to that used by SOUTHERN OFFSHORE YACHTS to inspect and commission TAYANA yachts. Your completing this checklist will provide you with a "condition report" of the boat before and after initial commissioning.

  • Page 26: Delivery Inspection

    DELIVERY INSPECTION CORRECTED Boat properly cradled Spars properly cradled Free of sideswipe damage Companionway seals unbroken Absence of exterior hardware theft Loose gear inventory complete Propeller secured properly Rudder moves freely Prop shaft turns freely All below waterline fastenings are tight All plumbing thru-hulls connected and securely fastened All thru-hull valves closed LAUNCHING INSPECTION...

  • Page 27: Engine Installation

    ENGINE INSTALLATION CORRECTED All mounting bolts tight Engine aligned to .002 max. clearance Coupling bolts tight Shaft set screw tight and secured with safety wire Crankcase oil level full Transmission gear box oil level full Throttle/shift linkage secure Engine stop connection secure Drain plugs installed and petcocks closed LIFELINES, PULPITS AND STANCHIONS CORRECTED...

  • Page 28: Spars And Rigging (After-Stepped)

    SPARS AND RIGGING (After-Stepped) CORRECTED Standing rigging adjusted Turnbuckles pinned and taped Roller furling systems properly assembled Spreader angle corrected Mast rake correct Winches run free Sails fit and furl freely Sheets installed and functional Halyards function properly Mast boot installed (if required) Mast lights operational STEERING INSPECTION CORRECTED...

  • Page 29: Marine Toilet And Waste Lines

    MARINE TOILET AND WASTE LINES CORRECTED Marine toilet operates properly Marine toilet free of leaks Sinks drain properly and no leaks Shower drains properly and no leaks Ice box drain functions properly Cockpit drains function properly BILGE PUMP CORRECTED Electric bilge pump operates in manual setting Electric bilge pump operates in automatic setting (if installed) Manual bilge pump operates properly...

  • Page 30: Check Joinerwork

    CHECK JOINERWORK CORRECTED All drawers pull smoothly and latch in closed position All drawers open smoothly and latch in closed position Sole drop-ins fit properly Berth access panels fit properly WATER TEST DECK CORRECTED All fasteners tight Port lights free of leaks Portlight drains function properly Hatches free of leaks Toe rail free of leaks...

  • Page 31: Sea Trial

    SEA TRIAL CORRECTED Engine, engine controls, engine instruments, and drive train operate properly Steering system operates properly All sail handling gear operates properly All sails OK No excessive weather or lee helm Mast tuned under sail Compass swung All electronics operate properly NOTES ON WEATHER AND SEA CONDITIONS III-10...

  • Page 32: Owner Commissioning

    It does require some experience and a level of skill that is above that of the average homeowner who does some of his own home maintenance. Commissioning is not merely an assembly job. It requires time A professional crew can commission a TAYANA 37 in about eight-days, for example. The average owner/commissioner takes - over a month.
  • Page 33 GENERAL. It is important to check the inventory very carefully. Look in every nook and cranny. The factory is usually very careful and pack all that is supposed to come with the yacht. However, the workmen who do the packing are skilled at putting things where no body would think to look.

  • Page 34: Decommissioning For Storage (Winterizing)

    C. DECOMMISSIONING FOR STORAGE (Winterizing) Winterizing consists of removing gear and equipment that may be damaged, removing liquids that may freeze, thorough cleaning of the yacht, and protecting the yacht from the elements. Procedures for winterizing are described below: 1. Drainage of fresh water system a.

  • Page 35: Clean Yacht Interior

    and feed it into a bucket of premixed anti-freeze solution. Run engine until anti-freeze is discharged from the exhaust and then shut the engine off. Finally, fill the fresh water cooling system with anti-freeze mixture. b. Drain and clean engine seawater strainer and leave top loose. c.

  • Page 36: Drain Shower Pan And Clean Strainer

    7. Drain shower pan and clean strainer. 8. Wash exterior. Polish, wash, and lubricate metal deck hardware. 9. Wash and wax spars. Lubricate winches and sheaves. Inspect for any damage. 10. Clean standing rigging and inspect for damage. 11. Review manuals for all optional equipment. Follow any winterizing procedures given.

  • Page 37: Check Operation Of All Thru-Hulls Before Launching Boat

    1. Check operation of all thru-hulls before launching boat. 2. Apply anti-foulant bottom paint. Add zincs, if required. 3. Clean exterior of boat thoroughly. 4. Re-install charged batteries, checking terminals for correct polarity. 5. Check notes on decommissioning. make any necessary repairs. 6.
  • Page 38 With these simple differences in mind let's look at how one sets the sails on the TAYANA 37 cutter. As the sails fill and you are on or near the proper course, set the jib or Yankee so that it fills and is almost, but not quite, on the point of luffing. You will note that the set of the jib effects the flow of air to the staysail.

  • Page 39: Sailing The Tayana 37 Ketch

    A Genoa is great for close wind work, but it is very bulky and difficult to stow. You will find that the TAYANA 37 has an amazing turn of speed under almost any wind conditions. You are going to surprise a lot of people out there when you go sailing by them.

  • Page 40: Tuning The Spars And Rigging

    C. TUNING THE SPARS AND RIGGING Tuning is probably the most difficult. and perhaps the most enjoyable part of sailing. Remember, just as a car runs badly with a poorly tuned engine, your yacht will never perform to her potential unless you learn to tune her rigging and spars. Forget all of those rules of thumb which say that the-mast must be raked so much, the boom should be horizontal, the shrouds should sound a perfect G when snapped with the thumb and forefinger, or any of the dozens of others which are still current.

  • Page 41: Handling Under Power

    E. HANDLING UNDER POWER The TAYANA 37 is a fast yacht under power. Given a clean bottom and propeller, reasonable loading and no big seas, the yacht will go over seven knots with its standard YANMAR 3QM30 diesel at about 2000 rpm. You will find she has little tendency to "hobby horse"...

  • Page 42: Starting Procedures

    2. Starting Procedures a. Release shaft lock, if so equipped. b. Set controls in neutral. Pull throttle control knob "out" if equipped with single lever control. c. Check operation of "stop" control. d. Advance throttle slightly--approximately 1/4. e. Turn ignition switch to "on" and operate "starter". NOTE: Some engines are equipped with "pre-heat".

  • Page 43: Engine Shut-Down

    READ AND USE YOUR ENGINE MANUAL. F. Fuel System The fuel tank on your TAYANA 37 is of Black Iron and has a capacity of about 100 gallons. It is located either under the cabin sole or under the forward berths.
  • Page 44 6. Avoid fueling after dark or in poorly lighted areas. 7. Maintain continuous contact between the nozzle and the deck plate fitting to eliminate the possibility of static electric discharge while filling. 8. Take on only gallonage anticipated by the fuel gauge. Do not overfill to point where fuel remains in fill hose.
  • Page 45 IV-8...

  • Page 46: Electrical Systems

    G. Electrical Systems You will operate two different electrical systems on your TAYANA 37--a direct current (DC) system which is the primary electrical system and an alternating current system (AC) which is used primarily at a dock. Neither of the systems is difficult to use but certain important rules must be followed.
  • Page 47 amperes for one hour, you will have drawn a total of 10 ampere-hours from your battery(s). Let's look at a practical example of how you can use your electrical audit and ammeter to know when recharge is going to be required. Let us say that you are sailing overnight and that you have just turned on your running lights and compass lights.
  • Page 48 Do not switch to "off" position with engine running. "Both" position is intended for emergency or extended engine cranking ability. Ordinarily, one should charge one battery at a time while the engine is running. Continuous running in the "Both" position when the batteries are in a low state of charge, can cause overload and possible damage to the engine alternator.
  • Page 49 c. Electrical Panel The AC-DC breaker panel is generally located under the companionway or in the navigator's station. This panel is equipped with high quality circuit breakers. Each DC circuit breaker is wired to an indicator light to show at a glance if the circuit is on.

  • Page 50: The Alternating Current System

    d. Engine Control Panel The engine control panel incorporates a visual warning System, which is activated by the engine oil pressure, electrical charge and temperature sensor switches. The oil pressure light will operate each time the engine is started until oil pressure builds up.
  • Page 51 a. The AC Electrical Control Panel The AC electrical control panel is a part of the ships electrical panel partly described on the previous page. On it is located the main circuit breaker for the AC system. Each AC circuit is protected by a double pole breaker, which breaks both sides of the circuit when it is tripped.

  • Page 52: The Plumbing Systems

    The owner must be aware of the hazards of using high voltage AC aboard ship, and should maintain this system in safe condition. (See MAINTENANCE AND MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES.) Don't take chances handling AC equipment in wet weather or while washing down topsides. Caution guests and children about hazards, and do not use any equipment that does not function properly or is suspected of being defective.

  • Page 53: The Fresh Water System

    See Figure IV.-2. 2. Bilge Pumps The TAYANA 37 is equipped with two bilge pumps--one electrical and one hand operated. Both of these pumps should be checked every day that the yacht is sailed.
  • Page 54 IV-17...

  • Page 55: Holding Tank

    3. Holding Tank Your 37 has a holding tank system which is legal anywhere. The toilet may be pumped either into the holding tank or overboard directly. If the holding tank is used, it may be cleared either through an on-deck fitting or by the use of the bilge pump as described above.
  • Page 56 2. Open the intake thru-hull fitting located just outboard beside the seat. 3. Flush completely by pumping at least thirty times. 4. Close the intake thru-hull fitting. 5. Pump to nearly exhaust the bowl. This will take about five or six full strokes.
  • Page 57 CHAPTER V MAINTENANCE AND MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES .........V-2 A. THE HULL- ..................................V-2 B. THE DECK AND CABIN TOP............................. V-3 C. INTERIOR WOODWORK............................V-4 D. SPARS, RIGGING, AND SAILS ........................... V-5 1. Wood Spars..................................V-6 2. Aluminum Spars ................................V-7 3. Standing Rigging ................................V-8 4.

  • Page 58: Chapter V Maintenance And Maintenance Procedures

    Chapter V MAINTENANCE AND MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES Few persons today are under any illusion that a fiberglass yacht is "maintenance free". As a matter of fact, from the standpoint of cosmetics alone, a fiberglass hull requires nearly as much time to take care of as a wooden hull of similar size. Washing, waxing, and touching up little nicks and scrapes are time consuming and demanding tasks which must be done consistently if the yacht is to retain its new look.

  • Page 59: The Deck And Cabin Top

    A good fiberglass repair kit is shown in the table. Your TAYANA 37 comes with a heavy rub rail bolted and glued to the side. This is primarily to protect the sides, but it is also a thing of beauty when properly maintained.

  • Page 60: Interior Woodwork

    obtain in the laundry section of any well-stocked grocery store. Washing soda is an excellent cleaner and has a tendency to bleach the wood somewhat. It will not damage paint or gelcoat, unlike some teak cleaning products, although it should be thoroughly cleaned off.

  • Page 61: Spars, Rigging, And Sails

    saw dust and loose dirt; then use a damp cloth (no soap) and get all of the residual fine dust; follow this with a solvent wash to eliminate any excessive surface oils; then spread on the wax according to manufacturer's directions. Any of the light furniture waxes can be used for this application.

  • Page 62: Wood Spars

    1. Wood Spars If you have wooden spars with your yacht you can be assured that you have some of the finest available. TaYang uses a very fine grade of spruce that has been well seasoned. All glues are epoxy and screws and fittings are stainless steel or marine bronze.

  • Page 63: Aluminum Spars

    The aluminum spars with a TAYANA 37 may be finished either by anodizing or painting. Anodizing is a process by which a protective coating is formed which is superior to paint.

  • Page 64: Standing Rigging

    Some 37's have been delivered with the wedge type fittings that are most often known by the trade names Sta-Lok or Norseman. These fittings get their strength from a conical bronze core that is forced against the cable within the fitting.

  • Page 65: Sails

    5. Running Rigging TAYANA 37's are equipped with low stretch, dacron running rigging. While wire halyards do not stretch as much as dacron, they are more difficult to maintain and tend to damage the mast finish.

  • Page 66: Winches

    6. Winches Winches are among the most important and sophisticated devices aboard ship. Without them it would take ten big Swedes to operate a TAYANA 37; with them the yacht can be sailed anywhere by husband and wife. Winches are the most handy source of power aboard the yacht--you can set big sails, you can raise anchor, you can rescue a man overboard.

  • Page 67: Auxiliary Engines And Related Systems

    E. AUXILIARY ENGINES AND RELATED SYSTEMS 1. The Engine Your TAYANA 37 is delivered with a standard Yanmar 3QM30F diesel engine, the new Yanmar 4JHE diesel, or with an optional Perkins 4-108 diesel. A very small percentage have some other make engine. The discussion that follows applies to any diesel auxiliary which you selected.
  • Page 68 mufflers, neoprene hoses, and bronze check valve. These latter systems are quite satisfactory, but they are not as durable nor are they as easy to maintain as the new systems. V-12...
  • Page 69 V-13...

  • Page 70: Maintenance

    The standard fuel tank is made of black iron, is baffled, and has a large manhole with bayonet gauge. A copper fuel line is taken to the engine's primary filter through a ball valve normally located right by the fuel tank. Depending on the type of engine, the fuel return line may inject fuel back into the fuel line at the engine filter or lead excess fuel all the way back to the fuel tank.

  • Page 71: Every 150 Hours Or 3 Months (Whichever Occurs First

    (a) Check coolant level. (b) Check engine oil level (c) Check transmission oil level. (d) Look for evidence of leaks under engine. (3) Every 150 hours or 3 months (whichever occurs first) (a) Change engine oil and filter. (b) Check drive belt tensions. (c) Clean air intake.

  • Page 72: Drive Train

    (d) Follow the fuel line from the pump to the engine fuel filter and locate the vent plug on top. Loosen plug two or three turns. (e) It is advisable to have some large rags on hand to catch oil that will be expelled from this point in the course of bleeding.

  • Page 73: Engine Alignment

    Engine Alignment The propeller shaft of the TAYANA is 1-1/4" diameter stainless steel. The shaft is checked for accuracy initially at the factory during installation and is carefully aligned to the engine with the hull being properly supported and level.

  • Page 74: Cutlass Bearing

    F. ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS As mentioned in an earlier section. the TAYANA 37 has two standard electrical systems--a 12 volt system which gets its power from batteries and the engine alternator, and a 110 volt system which is powered through the shore power cable or with an on...

  • Page 75: The 12 Volt D.c. System - Figure

    board generator. A modern yacht is highly dependent on these systems and it is essential that they be maintained. 1. The 12 Volt D.C. System - Figure V.-2.) The primary source of 12 volt power is the battery bank which comes with the yacht. The battery(s) are used both to start the engine and to provide power for the various electrical equipment on the yacht.
  • Page 76 V-20...

  • Page 77: The Electrical Panel

    a. The Electrical Panel The electrical distribution panel controls all of the 12 volt electrical circuits in your yacht. You will note that it has both a battery condition meter and an ammeter. The battery condition meter tells you the measured state of the charge existing in your batteries;...
  • Page 78 TABLE V-1. ELECTRIC WIRE NUMBER & COLOR CODES 12 V.D.C. MAST LIGHT #12 RED BOW LIGHT #12 BLUE SPREADER LIGHTS #12 YELLOW STERN/SIDE LIGHTS #14 WHITE FORWARD CABIN LIGHTS #12 BLUE AFT CABIN LIGHTS #12 LIGHT BLUE ENGINE ROOM LIGHTS #12 TAN COMPASS LIGHT #14 WHITE...

  • Page 79: Master Battery Switch

    Master Battery Switch All TAYANA Yachts come with a two position battery switch. This switch allows you to put one battery at a time into the circuit or to use both batteries at once. It is a make before break switch so one can select batteries at will while the engine is running;...
  • Page 80 moisture eliminating product. V-24...
  • Page 81 V-25...

  • Page 82: The 110 Volt Ac System

    2. The 110 Volt AC System The 110 volt AC electrical system is connected to the shore power system. Its functions are primarily water heat, battery charge, power outlets, and sometimes refrigeration and air conditioning. The service capacity is thirty amperes and the system is protected to that level.

  • Page 83: Plumbing And Sanitation Systems

    1. The Fresh Water System The heart of the pressure water-system on the TAYANA 37 is the PAR medium duty diaphragm pump. This pump is generally located in a compartment aft of the companionway ladder along with the electric bilge pump and the shower sump pump (an option).

  • Page 84: Biige Pumping Systems (See Figure

    3. Sanitation Systems a. Holding Tank Your 37 has a holding tank system which is legal anywhere. The toilet may be pumped either into the holding tank or overboard directly. If the holding tank is used, it may be cleared either through an on-deck fitting or by the use of the bilge pump, as described above.

  • Page 85: The Toilet

    tank and getting into the bilge. b. The Toilet The toilet is one of the standard U.S. makes using seawater for flushing. The normal maintenance is of the pump. Head manufacturers all produce pump rebuild kits and you should have one aboard at all times. Probably the dirtiest job afloat is cleaning a plugged head outlet line.

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