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  • Page 2 J88 OWNER MANUAL J/88 Owner Manual HIN:………………………………… Yacht Name:………………………………… Owner Name:………………………………… COPYRIGHT  J/BOATS, INC., 2013...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    APPENDIX B - ABS (Dated) Guidelines for Survey After Construction ..............55 APPENDIX C - Care and Cleaning Recommendations for Acrylic Portlight............56 APPENDIX D - J/88 Supplier List..........................58 CCFC Limited Warranty ..............See Warranty Package Included with the Yacht...

  • Page 4: Introduction

    Sailing involves risk, most of which can be minimized with advance planning and proper seamanship. The J/88 owner should become proficient in all aspects of handling the vessel under sail and power, and be well versed with emergency procedures before undertaking any offshore passage.

  • Page 5: Ce Certification

    CE Certification Notice: This manual has been compiled to help you to operate your J/88 with safety and pleasure. It contains details of the J/88, the equipment supplied or fitted its systems and information on its operation. Please read it carefully, and familiarize yourself with the craft before using it.
  • Page 6 J88 OWNER MANUAL PLEASE KEEP THIS MANUAL IN A SECURE PLACE, AND HAND IT OVER TO THE NEW OWNER WHEN YOU SELL THE CRAFT. Definitions of CE design categories: A OCEAN: Designed for extended voyages where conditions may exceed wind force 8 (Beaufort scale) and significant wave heights of 4 m and above but excluding abnormal conditions, and vessels largely self-sufficient.
  • Page 7 Angle of Vanishing Stability = 123 deg. J/88 is equipped with 610mm height double wire lifeline system supported by SS stanchions as well as SS bow and stern rails for man overboard prevention. A stern boarding ladder is standard for man overboard recovery.

  • Page 8: Specifications

    J88 OWNER MANUAL Specifications MODEL J/88 LOA (Lh) 8.90m (29.19') LWL (Lwl) 8.18m (26.84') Beam (Bh) 2.90m (9.50') Draft : [Max Loaded Draft] 1.98m (6.50') : [2.024m (6.64’)] Ballast 830 kg (1,830 lbs.) Ballast Type Fabricated SS spar/GRP skin/with cast lead with 3% antimony Displacement - standard boat 2,264 kg (4,990 lbs.)

  • Page 9: Important Contacts

    Hall Spars & Rigging Phone: 401-253-4858 33 Broadcommon Rd. Fax: 401-253-0370 Bristol, RI 02809 email: info@hallspars.com www.hallspars.com Canvas: Thurston Sails Phone: 401-254-0970 112 Tupelo Street Fax: 401-253-7830 Bristol, RI 02809 email: thurstoncanvas@fullchannel.net Note: See Appendix D for specific J/88 equipment supplier list...
  • Page 10 Toe Rail: J/88 is equipped with molded toerails at the deck edge forward of the mast and support toerails in the cockpit for the helmsman and mainsheet trimmer just aft of the cockpit seats.
  • Page 11 Each is geared to match the load requirements of the specific task. Rudder, Tiller and Steering Hardware J/88 rudder is molded with E-glass & VE resin with an epoxy foam core. The skins include triaxial glass fabric with several unidirectional supporting layers. There is additional reinforcement and/or blocking at all hardware penetrations as well as along the leading and trailing edges and the rudder head.
  • Page 12  Mast: Rigging the J/88 mast is a common procedure, and best handled by a qualified marine rigger. Be sure all mast related electronics and wind indicators are properly wired and installed prior to stepping the mast.
  • Page 13  Spinnaker Gear: The J/88 includes hard points for the spinnaker at the forward leg of the sten rails and on the stanchion bases just outboard of the cockpit. See the deck hardware layout diagram for...

  • Page 14: Commissioning Checklist

    J88 OWNER MANUAL Commissioning Checklist ___ Open raw water valve on Saildrive leg Pre-Launch ___ Start engine ___ Read equipment owner manuals ___ Check exhaust for cooling water flow ___ Pre-rig mast and check installation of: ___ Check oil press., water temp., charging gauges ...

  • Page 15: Important Commissioning Follow-Up

    J88 OWNER MANUAL Important Commissioning Follow-up The initial sea trial period, or the first 30 days after launching a new boat always requires important follow-up by the owner including sail fit checks, rig tuning and adjustments, instrument and compass calibration, maintenance and systems checks, etc...

  • Page 16: Tuning The Rig

    Once you have initially tuned your J/88, go sailing in a brisk breeze, spending equal time on both tacks. Even though compacted strand wire rigging is a low stretch material, you’ll still see a little loosening after the initial breaking in period.
  • Page 17 J88 OWNER MANUAL Rigging the Boom Run the reef line from the clew to the forward end of the boom, up through a sheave on the boom, to an individual turning block attached to the tack reef grommet in sail. This line will then lead down through the SS padeye on the side of the mast near the gooseneck then down to a turning block at the mast collar, through the organizer and aft to a rope clutch to starboard (inboard position).

  • Page 18: Diagrams, Layouts, & Schematics

    J88 OWNER MANUAL Diagrams, Layouts, & Schematics Mainsheet Diagram...

  • Page 19: Traveler System Layout

    J88 OWNER MANUAL Traveler System Layout...

  • Page 20: Adjustable Jib Lead System

    J88 OWNER MANUAL Adjustable Jib Lead System...

  • Page 21: Cabin Top Layout

    J88 OWNER MANUAL Cabin Top Layout...

  • Page 22: Reefing System Layout

    J88 OWNER MANUAL Reefing System Layout...

  • Page 23: Backstay System

    J88 OWNER MANUAL Backstay System...

  • Page 24: Cunningham System

    J88 OWNER MANUAL Cunningham System...

  • Page 25: Spinnaker Sheet Blocks

    J88 OWNER MANUAL Spinnaker Sheet Blocks...

  • Page 26: Engine Fuel And Exhaust Layouts

    J88 OWNER MANUAL Engine Fuel & Exhaust Layout 3/4" VENTED LOOP VETUS MUFFLER NLP40 VETUS FTR330/19 STRAINER DECK FUEL FILL 2" EXHAUST HOSE 5/8" FUEL VENT HOSE TANK VENT @ SHEERLINE EXHAUST LOOP @ SHEERLINE FUEL FILTER / WATER SEPARATOR ENGINE COOLANT RESERVOIR FUEL FEED W/SHUT OFF 1/4"...

  • Page 27: Bilge Pump Layout & Switch

    J88 OWNER MANUAL Bilge Pump Layout & Switch ELECTRIC BILGE PUMP 1-1/8" HOSE VENTED LOOP LOCATED AFT SIDE OF BLKHD 2" THRU HULL BOTH BILGE HOSES COMBINED WITH AN EXHAUST Y-FITTING MANUAL BILGE PUMP MOUNTED ON DECK MANUAL BILGE PUMP 1-1/2"...

  • Page 28: Thru-Hull & Seacock Locations

    J88 OWNER MANUAL Thru-Hull & Seacock Locations...

  • Page 29: Head & Holding Tank Schematic

    J88 OWNER MANUAL Head & Holding Tank Schematic...

  • Page 30: Dc Distribution Panel

    J88 OWNER MANUAL DC Distribution Panel...

  • Page 31: 12V Dc Component Layout

    J88 OWNER MANUAL 12V DC Component Layout...

  • Page 32: 12V Dc Battery Charging Schematic

    J88 OWNER MANUAL 12V DC Battery Charging Schematic...

  • Page 33: Ac Optional Schematic & Panel

    J88 OWNER MANUAL Optional AC Schematic & Panel...

  • Page 34: Bonding System

    J88 OWNER MANUAL Bonding System...

  • Page 35: Engine System

     Fuel Tank & Hoses: The J/88 is equipped with one 15 gallon fuel tank located aft of the mechanical space behind the engine. Fuel lines run from the tank to the fuel primer pump. From there fuel flows into the injectors on the engine.

  • Page 36: Engine Safety Precautions

    Exhaust System The J/88 is equipped with a water-injected water-lift exhaust system that dissipates exhaust heat and acts as the exhaust muffler. Cooling water can accumulate in the bottom of the water-lock muffler; when de- commissioning your boat for the season, the muffler either should be drained by unscrewing the drain plug on the bottom of the muffler, or antifreeze should be added so that residual water doesn’t freeze.

  • Page 37: Engine Start & Shutdown

    J88 OWNER MANUAL Starting Up the Engine 1) Turn the battery selector switch to ALL. Turn off all electronic instruments to avoid a voltage spike to the instruments while cranking the engine. 2) Make sure that the throttle control is in neutral, or advanced neutral 3) Push the power button on the panel and wait for alarm sound, press the start button (The alarm will continue until the engine starts or the power button is pushed again.) 4) Release button when the engine starts.

  • Page 38: Engine Maintenance

    J88 OWNER MANUAL 3) Remove the fuel-fill deck plate plug; clean the threads of both the plug and deck plate so that no dirt falls into the filler opening. Place the fuel hose nozzle into the fill pipe. 4) Fill the fuel tank slowly. Do not overfill the tank. Because marine fuel expands with an increase in temperature, fill the 15-gallon tank to only 95% of its capacity.

  • Page 39: Plumbing Systems

    Plumbing Systems General The plumbing systems in your J/88 consist of manual and electrical bilge pumps, a sink, and the head (toilet). There is also a very simple fresh water system option consisting of a simple manual hand operated pump and a collapsible small bladder tank.

  • Page 40: Electrical System

    J88 OWNER MANUAL seacock. The system is easy to operate and with correct usage and proper maintenance, will provide many years of use. IMPORTANT - Owners should familiarize themselves with all local and federal regulations regarding proper discharge and avoid inadvertent discharge at all times. Before operating the HEAD, ensure you have read its manual thoroughly and understand the proper procedures.

  • Page 41: Optional 110V Ac System

    DC Electrical System A 12 Volt DC electrical system is used throughout the J/88 for lighting and operation of pumps and various accessories. The J/88 is standard with one 90 Amp Group 27 Glass Mat battery located aft of the starboard settee berth.
  • Page 42  Outlet: located in the cabin supplies power for 110 AC accessories.  Ground Fault Systems: There is a single ground fault system on the J/88 that protects all AC outlets. Informational Instructions for Shore Power  Do not modify the craft's electrical systems or relevant drawings. Installation, alterations and maintenance should be performed by a competent marine electrical technician.

  • Page 43: Safety

    J88 OWNER MANUAL Safety Fire Protection & Prevention Portable fire extinguishers: This boat, when in service shall be equipped with at least two portable fire extinguishers in recommended locations below in addition to any required equipment as designated by local and government regulations.
  • Page 44 You can never be prepared enough for emergencies that may arise at sea. During commissioning of your J/88, triple check that you have all required safety gear and adequate spares aboard. Make it a policy to thoroughly brief any first time crew-members with emergency procedures including man-over-board, fire, and sinking.

  • Page 45: Maintenance Tips & Checklist

    J88 OWNER MANUAL Maintenance Tips Even though modern construction has helped reduce upkeep, regular attention should be given to the maintenance of your boat. This includes the fiberglass exterior surfaces, the interior wood surfaces, and the mechanical and electrical systems. A well-maintained boat will not only bring you years of enjoyment, but most importantly, will bring you greater personal pride and joy.
  • Page 46 J88 OWNER MANUAL Deck Hatch Hatches need lubrication of their hinges with a silicone grease once a year. Also check the seals to see they are not unduly cracked, or are losing their ability to seal correctly. To increase traction on the plastic hatch covers, some owners prefer to apply non-skid tape.

  • Page 47: Annual Maintenance Checklist

    J88 OWNER MANUAL Annual Maintenance Checklist Running Rigging Plumbing ___ Check running rigging lines for wear at splice, turning blocks, ___ Check bilge pump function, electrical wiring, hose clamps, etc. and strainer. Clean, disassemble, lubricate as required. ___ Inspect blocks and shackles for wear. Clean and lubricate or ___ Check head and holding tank hoses, clamps, connections, replace as necessary.

  • Page 48: Storage Tips

    J88 OWNER MANUAL Storage Tips Many of the maintenance problems surrounding boats can be pinpointed during the end-of-season haul-out. This is the time when a careful inspection will reveal the ravages of a long summer. If you live in colder climates, it is also the time to prepare the boat for what might be an even more brutal winter ashore.
  • Page 49 J88 OWNER MANUAL Exterior If storing outdoors, a winter cover is recommended. It can be a simple piece of canvas forming a tent over the entire boat or heat-shrunk plastic. In either case, a tent-like support structure is necessary to prevent pools of water and to assure proper air circulation. Ensure the entire deck is covered to prevent uneven discoloration of the gelcoat.

  • Page 50: Appendix A - Best Practices - Boat Inspection

    APPENDIX A Best Practices – Boat Inspection J Boats has compiled, with the help of several industry experts, the following “best practices” inspection, maintenance and use guide for J/Boat owners. We urge each owner to read carefully the recommendations, to proactively and periodically inspect all critical components of your boat, and to contact anyone in the J/Boats network of dealers, builders and class associations if you need any assistance.
  • Page 51 J88 OWNER MANUAL until light contact is made. Do this for each of the six individual hull support stands (on the Triad Trailer). After all six stands are touching the hull release the lifting straps so the boat is now mostly on the keel with the hull support stands preventing the boat from tipping side to side.
  • Page 52 J88 OWNER MANUAL RIGGING 1) Standing rigging - The general rule of thumb from Hall Spars is that standing rigging (whether wire or rod) should be replaced every 10 years, unless excess strain due to hard ocean sailing shortens this life. Fatigue can be in any form- sailing in extreme wind conditions, unnecessary flogging of loose leeward shrouds, corrosive environment.
  • Page 53 J88 OWNER MANUAL 4) Aluminum spars - are subject to corrosion and fittings should be routinely inspected and replaced when necessary. Particular problem areas over time can be fasteners around boom vang, boom and mast ends, and gooseneck attachment brackets. 5) Booms - often have a shorter life than masts, particularly on race boats that do a lot of windward- leeward buoy racing in breezy conditions.
  • Page 54 J88 OWNER MANUAL DECK HARDWARE 1) Lifelines and lifeline fittings - should be replaced at least every 10 years or at the first sign of corrosion or damage to the wire strands, swages or turnbuckles. Many older boats have white vinyl coated lifelines, which are no longer allowed by ORC Offshore regulations, as the vinyl can disguise ongoing corrosion or damage to the wire.

  • Page 55: Appendix B - Abs (Dated) Guidelines For Survey After Construction

    J88 OWNER MANUAL APPENDIX B American Bureau of Shipping (ABS) 1994 Guidelines for Offshore Racing Yachts Section 11- Surveys after Construction Summary: ABS specifically recommends that a boat should be inspected every two years (the “Biennial Classification Survey”- Section 11.2) and every six years after date of construction (the “Special Periodical Survey”- Section 11.3).

  • Page 56: Appendix C - Care And Cleaning Recommendations For Acrylic Portlight

    J88 OWNER MANUAL APPENDIX C Acrylico Window Care and Maintenance J/88 fixed portlights are made by: AcryliCo 2633 Lantana Rd. Suite "6" Lantana, FL 33462 Phone (561) 304-2921 Fax (561) 304-2922 support@acrylico.com info@acrylico.com The following are the guidelines published for cleaning and maintenance of these portlights: You can keep your boat windows looking and performing like new by using the proper care products and techniques, and by understanding a little about the material you are working with.
  • Page 57 J88 OWNER MANUAL One cloth that has recently become available at a reduced cost is microfiber cloth. We have had good results with it. Your choice of cleaner/polish should also be based on what is needed. Basically, you have to determine what type of care is needed and pick the best products to do the job.

  • Page 58: Appendix D - J/88 Supplier List

    J88 OWNER MANUAL APPENDIX D J/88 Supplier Contacts System Supplier Phone Electrical Panels Blue Sea Systems 360-738-8230 www.bluesea.com Lighting - Interior Hella Marine www.hellamarine.com Lighting - Navigation Aqua Signal Corp. 847-639-6412 www.aquasignal.net Lighting - Mast Perko 305-621-7525 www.perko.com Portlights - Opening Global BSI Inc.

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