Summary of J/109
Page 2: J/109 Owner Guide
J/109 owner guide 2 j/109 owner guide yacht name:……………………………………. Owner name:…………………………………… copyright j/boats, inc., 2003.
Page 3: Table Of Contents
J/109 owner guide 3 table of contents introduction..................................................................................................................................................................................................................4 specifications ..........................
Page 4: Introduction
J/109 owner guide 4 introduction welcome aboard and welcome to the j/boats family of owners. Your boat is designed and engineered to be the strongest, best performing, easiest-to-use, and most comfortable sailing boat of its type. Sailing involves risk, most of which can be minimized with advance pl...
Page 5: Specifications
J/109 owner guide 5 specifications loa 35.25' lwl 30.50' beam 11.50' draft 7.0' (std.), or 5.75' (opt.) ballast 3,900 lb. (std.), 4,300 lb. (opt.) ballast type cast lead strengthened with antimony displacement (std boat) 10,900 lbs. 100% sail area 644 sq ft i 46.50' isp 49.60’ j 13.30' p 43.25' e 15...
Page 6: Important Contacts
J/109 owner guide 6 important contacts j/boats inc. Phone: 401-846-8410 po box 90; 557 thames st. Fax: 401-846-4723 newport, ri 02840 email: info@jboats.Com www.Jboats.Com president jeffrey s. Johnstone email: jeffj@jboats.Com vp/technical/design r. Alan johnstone alj@jboats.Com sales coordinator ja...
Page 7: Commissioning Checklist
J/109 owner guide 7 commissioning checklist pre-launch ___ read equipment owner manuals ___ pre-rig mast and check installation of: • halyards • blocks • electronics • shrouds • spreader chafe guards • lifeline pins ___ pre-rig boom ___ bottom painted or touched up ___ check propeller/zinc ___ de-wi...
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J/109 owner guide 8 getting started with your j/109 generally, your dealer or commissioning yard will help you prepare your boat before launching. And in most instances they will undertake the entire commissioning job. They are experts in the field and are capable of completing most commissioning ta...
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J/109 owner guide 9 • insert all lifeline gates/stanchions into the sockets provided along the edge of the deck. Secure each stanchion in place by tightening the two set screws in each base. We recommend that you dip the screws in blue loctite or sealant before securing, so they don’t work themselve...
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J/109 owner guide 10 rudder stock stuffing box: is located at the top of the fiberglass rudder tube beneath the decks. It is a simple design that prevents water from entering the hull. A stainless sleeve bearing surface surrounds the rudder shaft at the point where a rubber seal is forced against it...
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J/109 owner guide 11 extension rod that attaches to the tang on the transom and at its upper end to the eye at the end of the backstay. In order to make the cylinder fit, you must release the hydraulic valve and pull out the ss shaft and fully extend it. • boom: run the reef lines so the red line (p...
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J/109 owner guide 12 diagrams, layouts, & schematics deck hardware layout.
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J/109 owner guide 13 mainsheet & traveler diagram.
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J/109 owner guide 14 adjustable genoa leads.
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J/109 owner guide 15 halyard layout.
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J/109 owner guide 16 reefing system diagram.
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J/109 owner guide 17 chainplate tie-rod system the j/109 chainplate tie-rod system is installed at tpi composites and shall not be tapered with unless specifically authorized by tpi (phone 401-247-1050). The tie-rod itself is assembled into the trunnion using a non-permanent loctite and brought up t...
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J/109 owner guide 18 steering system.
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J/109 owner guide 19 engine layout.
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J/109 owner guide 20 exhaust system layout.
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J/109 owner guide 21 fuel system layout.
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J/109 owner guide 22 thru-hull locations.
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J/109 owner guide 23 fresh water system layout.
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J/109 owner guide 24 head/shower sump layout.
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J/109 owner guide 25 bilge pump schematic.
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J/109 owner guide 26 distribution panels (including ac option).
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J/109 owner guide 27 dc component layout.
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J/109 owner guide 28 standard dc wiring schematic.
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J/109 owner guide 29 dc battery monitor.
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J/109 owner guide 30 ac component layout.
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J/109 owner guide 31 galvanic isolator.
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J/109 owner guide 32 propane system layout.
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J/109 owner guide 33 bonding system.
Page 34: Tuning The Rig
J/109 owner guide 34 tuning the rig tuning the mast following is a general guide to tuning your j/109 mast. Please consult your sailmaker for “fine-tuning” the mast to match the sails. With the standard length j/109 headstay and the mast step situated in the middle, the mast rake (as measured from t...
Page 35: Engine System
J/109 owner guide 35 engine system the engine and fuel system is engineered to be conveniently accessible for repairs and general maintenance. Located aft of the companionway ladder, there is access to the front, sides and back of the engine from which all important functions can be reached; includi...
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J/109 owner guide 36 engine cooling system the j/109’s engine utilizes both a “closed” cooling system, in which a mixture of fresh water and antifreeze is circulated within the engine, and a “raw water” system, in which a heat exchanger supplies a constant flow of outside water, pumped in through th...
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J/109 owner guide 37 engine safety precautions due to high temperatures it is recommended that after running the diesel for more than two hours you reduce speed to idle and allow excess heat to dissipate for five to ten minutes. The most common cause of trouble is contaminated or dirty fuel. Your bo...
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J/109 owner guide 38 3) pull fuel shut-off knob next to engine instrument panel until engine stops. 4) when the engine-alarm sounds, turn the key off. Important: do not use the ignition key to shut down the engine. Do not stop the engine with the decompression levers except in an extreme emergency. ...
Page 39: Plumbing Systems
J/109 owner guide 39 plumbing systems general the plumbing systems in your j/109 consist of fresh water, manual and electrical pumps, and the head (toilet). This section will describe their locations and how they operate. Fresh water system water tanks: are flexible tanks. Connected to them are the ...
Page 40: Electrical System
J/109 owner guide 40 • bilge pumps there is one electrical and one manual bilge pump installed on the j/109. Two pump intakes are located in the keel sump under the main cabin floorboard. • the manual pump is operated from the cockpit. • electrical bilge pump is wired to an independent switch on it’...
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J/109 owner guide 41 • battery monitoring system: a small panel located above the dc panel on the j/109 tests the condition of the batteries and dc circuits. Please refer to the instruction manual provided with the boat for more information. • mast wiring terminal box: is located forward of the main...
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J/109 owner guide 42 galley stove lpg system liquid propane gas (lpg) is the most common fuel used for boating and is available at most marinas in the u.S. The standard force 10 stove/oven is of very high quality and is engineered for the marine environment in high-grade stainless steel. It is compa...
Page 43: Safety
J/109 owner guide 43 safety lightning protection the j/109 is completely grounded in accordance with industry practice. The mast, shroud chainplates, stemhead fitting, backstay fitting, stanchion bases, engine, and electrical system are grounded to the keel. In spite of this grounding, there can be ...
Page 44: Maintenance Tips
J/109 owner guide 44 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 ...
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J/109 owner guide 45 deck hatches 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, apply a non-skid tape fore and aft....
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J/109 owner guide 46 annual maintenance checklist running rigging ___ check running rigging lines for wear at splice, turning blocks, etc. ___ inspect blocks and shackles for wear . Clean and lubricate or replace as necessary. ___ service winches, check for free spinning operation(bearings) and ratc...
Page 47: Storage Tips
J/109 owner guide 47 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 ...
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J/109 owner guide 48 interior & ventilation clean the cabin thoroughly with a damp rag, for any salt left behind will breed mildew. Clean out the head and sinks. Any paper items- books, toilet paper, notepads- should be taken off so they don’t mildew and rot. If a winter cover is used, it is good to...