3/21/2017 sabre 30 owners manual dear sabre owner: we are pleased to enclose a copy of our new sabre owners manual for your boat. We have strived to make it the finest and most complete in the industry, and trust that you will find it beneficial. There is a table of contents in the front of the manu...
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3/21/2017 sabre 30 owners manual sabre yachts owner's manual sections 1.00 introduction 2.00 responsibility of your dealer 3.00 responsibility of the owner 4.00 warranties and owners registration 5.00 design concept and specifications 6.00 construction details 7.00 commissioning procedures and commi...
3/21/2017 sabre 30 owners manual 19.00 exhaust system 20.00 electrical system 12 volt 21.00 electrical system 110 volt 22.00 lightning ground system 23.00 electrolysis protection 24.00 fresh water system 25.00 drainage system and seacocks 26.00 head and disposal systems 27.00 stove system 28.00 ...
3/21/2017 sabre 30 owners manual jiffy reefing detail r3v101 i25 , i25a plumbing water systems: fresh water system p1c101 i26 fresh water with auxiliary tank p1c102 i27 hot and cold pressurized water p1c103 i28 pressurized water with auxiliary tank p1c104 i29 hot water tank diagram p1c...
3/21/2017 sabre 30 owners manual please identify your model and hull number when contacting your dealer or sabre for any reason. The first three letters of the hin identify the builder with the code hws, the next two numbers identify the model (e.G. 28), the next three numbers are the hull number of...
3/21/2017 sabre 30 owners manual 3:02 advise sabre yachts of any change of address, or a change of ownership, to assist us in maintaining an accurate list of owners for possible future mailings regarding safety information about your yacht. 3:03 confirm that all items that are the responsibility of ...
3/21/2017 sabre 30 owners manual each sabre yacht is covered by a limited warranty as detailed in the next two pages. Your yacht was carefully inspected at numerous stages of construction by our skilled quality engineering experts, but occasionally situations will occur that require attention under ...
3/21/2017 sabre 30 owners manual 5. Limited warranty is made in lieu of all other representations, conditions, warranties, obligations, or liabilities on the part of the company. The total liability of the company for breach hereof shall be limited to the provisions herein and in no way shall the co...
3/21/2017 sabre 30 owners manual 11/81 shape just forward of the nasa foil section rudder to improve the efficiency of the rudder and to reduce drag. The sail plan and rigging of each model has been developed for the best balance between light air performance and heavy weather stability. The sail ar...
3/21/2017 sabre 30 owners manual 12/81 sail area to displacement ratio 16.47%, 16.23% shoal draft ballast to displacement ratio 40%, 41% shoal draft *mast height above water 45' 0" approximate height on standard cradle 11' 3", 10' 3" shoal draft fresh water capacity 22 gal. Fuel capacity 20 gal. Hol...
3/21/2017 sabre 30 owners manual 13/81 refer to the index of sections for specific information on a subject. 6:01 hull the hull is a single unit fiberglass molding, which is hand laminated using the finest marine grade polyester resin. All fiberglass materials are precut using templates to mainta...
3/21/2017 sabre 30 owners manual 14/81 after assembly, the rudder molding and shaft are filled with a high density, closed cell urethane foam to maintain watertight integrity and designed rudder weight. A hairline crack at the joint between the two rudder halves has no structural significance. It ca...
3/21/2017 sabre 30 owners manual 15/81 engine model _________________________ engine serial no. _______________ date of commissioning ________________ date of delivery ________________ the following check list should be followed as a part of the minimum dealer commissioning procedure for a sabre yac...
3/21/2017 sabre 30 owners manual 16/81 3:10 ___ review all running rigging for completeness. 3:11 ___ install mainsail reef eyes and blocks on boom to suit reefing eyes in sail. 4:00 before starting engine 4:01 ___ review engine manual 4:02 ___ align engine to shaft with rig stepped and tensioned. E...
3/21/2017 sabre 30 owners manual 17/81 5:03 ___ start engine. Water temp/oil pressure alarm should activate and shut off when engine starts. 5:04 ___ check oil pressure, ammeter charge, fuel and water temperature gauges. 5:05 ___ check exhaust water flow. 5:06 ___ inspect engine water cooling system...
3/21/2017 sabre 30 owners manual 18/81 9:01 ___ check fit of sails. 9:02 ___ adjust rigging to assure straight mast and proper tension on stays at maximum design angle of heel. 9:03 ___ check electronic instruments and calibrate in accordance with instructions (option). 9:04 ___ compensate compass. ...
3/21/2017 sabre 30 owners manual 19/81 anchoring system best suited for your boat and conditions. It contains information on rode size and length, anchor chains, choosing appropriate working and storm anchors, as well as a short history of the progression and development of modern anchors. In genera...
3/21/2017 sabre 30 owners manual 20/81 10:01 standing rigging: standing rigging includes all parts concerned with support of the mast. All components should be examined each time before going sailing and given a more thorough examination on a monthly basis. Spreaders should be positioned at the appr...
3/21/2017 sabre 30 owners manual 21/81 be careful not to over tighten deck hardware which could possibly strip the threads. Keeping all deck hardware clean and waxed will prevent any corrosion from forming. (refer to i06, 08) 10:09 chainplates: chainplates are thru bolted to the bulkheads with 1/2"...
3/21/2017 sabre 30 owners manual 22/81 4:00 steering system 4:01 ___ check rudder condition. 4:02 ___ check rudder post play in bearing tube. 4:03 ___ check stuffing box, packing, and grease cup. 4:04 ___ check drive wheel attachment. 4:05 ___ check integrity of cables and chain clamps. 4:06 ___ che...
3/21/2017 sabre 30 owners manual 23/81 9:00 keels 9:01 ___ check keel bolt nuts for tightness (on cradle to 90 foot pounds). 9:02 ___ check centerboard cable connections, hose clamps, and winch. 10:00 plumbing 10:01 ___ check bilge pump function, hose clamps, and strainer. 11:00 repairs all necessar...
3/21/2017 sabre 30 owners manual 24/81 care can be helpful. The external crack at the keel joint may be filled at this time. Refer to section 28:00 concerning this area. This can be followed by sanding the entire bottom to prepare for paint of to produce a smooth racing surface. (refer also to i10)...
3/21/2017 sabre 30 owners manual 25/81 the following is a listing of possible deck leak sources and standard repairs. 1. Chainplates: each year at commissioning after rig is installed and tuned, add a caulking bead around the base of the chainplate. If persistent leaks occur, when the boat is decomm...
3/21/2017 sabre 30 owners manual 26/81 11:10 hull leaks: there are a number of sources of excessive water in bilge. Only a few are of a potentially serious nature. Locating hull leaks is facilitated by noting when the water fills in the fastest (i.E. Sailing, motoring, or at mooring). Even then, it ...
3/21/2017 sabre 30 owners manual 27/81 12:04 cushions: our cushion supplier recommends the following steps for cleaning of cushion covers. Vacuum thoroughly, run in a foam mixture made from ivory snow and a little water. Rinse with clean water on a damp sponge and revacuum. This should all be done w...
3/21/2017 sabre 30 owners manual 28/81 disassembled at hauling, washed and well lubricated with a thin oil. 13:00 sabre 30 spars and rigging tuning and adjustment the following procedure should be followed to adjust the standing rigging on a sabre 30 after the mast has been put in place with mediu...
3/21/2017 sabre 30 owners manual 29/81 mast must not alter the original positioning of the halyards with respect to the bolts, or serious chafing and halyard damage may occur. 13:10 standing rigging lengths sabre 30 series i hull no. 001 to 100 length pin to pin turnbuckle 2/3 open length wire diame...
3/21/2017 sabre 30 owners manual 30/81 the following sails are recommended only as a guide to sail selection and should be discussed thoroughly with your local sailmaker prior to actual selection. 14:01 mainsail: the mainsail should be made from 6 ounce to 8 ounce cloth (depending on boat length) an...
3/21/2017 sabre 30 owners manual 31/81 angle of heel is exceeded, the traveler should be moved to leeward to reduce the heeling moment, and the tension on the main sheet increased to flatten the sail. A very full mainsail will give greatly increased weather helm. Adjust the hoist, foot and cunningha...
3/21/2017 sabre 30 owners manual 32/81 1. Main mast track #6 metalmast flat internal slides 2. Main boom track slotted internal track, 7/16" slugs 3. Headboard shackle schaeffer 9380 4. Main tack shackle jaw opening 3/4", jaw length 1" 5. Setback of tack 1/4" from aft face of mast 6. Setup of tac...
3/21/2017 sabre 30 owners manual 33/81 construction details may be found in section 6:07. Refer to i05 and i15 for steering system installation details. 15:03 emergency tiller: as a safety precaution on wheel steering boats, a tshaped emergency tiller is stored in the starboard cockpit locker (po...
3/21/2017 sabre 30 owners manual 34/81 effect this alignment. A squeaking noise when the wheel is used indicates the idler pulleys need lubrication with sae 30 oil, as grease will not penetrate the links. Every two years the rudder should be removed and a close inspection given to all parts for bend...
3/21/2017 sabre 30 owners manual 35/81 16:03 after starting engine: each time after starting engine it is important to immediately check the following: 1. Check for normal oil pressure. Shut down engine if normal oil pressure is not present within 15 seconds of starting. 2. Check immediately for sea...
3/21/2017 sabre 30 owners manual 36/81 16:12 engine gauge condensation: this is very common as the damp marine environment makes some condensation unavoidable. Condensation does not reduce the effective life of the gauge and it does not affect the gauge's accuracy. Although at times, it does make th...
3/21/2017 sabre 30 owners manual 37/81 shaft. Then, with the engine in neutral, the shaft half coupling is held stationary and the engine half coupling rotated and checked. After being in the water for two or three weeks the alignment should be checked again. At this time further adjustment is usual...
3/21/2017 sabre 30 owners manual 38/81 ends of the cutlass bearing. If worn, replacement is necessary. Propeller shafts must be perfectly straight. Bent shafts can cause vibrations, misalignment, excessive stuffing box leakage, wear of the cutlass bearing and extensive engine damage. (refer also to ...
3/21/2017 sabre 30 owners manual 39/81 18:05 fueling: following safety precautions before, during and after fueling is critical. Being familiar with all procedures and adhering to them each time you take on fuel will help insure your safety. Avoid fueling at night or during a storm. 1. Close all hat...
3/21/2017 sabre 30 owners manual 40/81 the flow of fresh water into and out of the engine's cooling system is regulated by the thermostat. 19:03 both fresh and sea water systems: water is circulated through the engine and the heat exchanged by a water pump with neoprene rubber impellers. The nature ...
3/21/2017 sabre 30 owners manual 41/81 caution: never expose battery to open flame or electric spark. Chemical action generates hydrogen and oxygen which are flammable and explosive. Don't allow battery fluid to contact skin, eyes, fabrics or painted surfaces fluid is a corrosive sulfuric acid sol...
3/21/2017 sabre 30 owners manual 42/81 keeps all fittings at the same electrical potential to minimize the effects of any galvanic or electrical corrosion which may occur. Any additional underwater hardware installed on the boat must be tied in to the bonding system to maintain proper operation and ...
3/21/2017 sabre 30 owners manual 43/81 note: any damaged or frayed wire must be repaired or replaced. wiring at 12 volt dc switch panel at the companionway. terminal strip in starboard electrical access panel. all ground wires in starboard electrical access panel. wiring at engine gauges. ...
3/21/2017 sabre 30 owners manual 44/81 shaft coupling inside the boat. The ground brush is then connected to the common ground terminal on the keel with at least a #10 gauge stranded copper conductor. 23:00 underwater corrosion (cont'd) 23:04 electrical switches: electrical switches and hardware sho...
3/21/2017 sabre 30 owners manual 45/81 left. The valve must be opened when using the pump or damage to the pump may occur. The faucet may be lowered or raised by grasping it at it's base and positioning. 24:05 accumulator tank: on systems with pressurized water, an accumulator tank is now mounted in...
3/21/2017 sabre 30 owners manual 46/81 foreign objects. Check this strained frequently for debris. Optional electric bilge pumps with automatic float switches should also be checked for debris frequently. 26:00 head and disposal systems all sabre yachts come equipped with a marine head and holding t...
3/21/2017 sabre 30 owners manual 47/81 27:02 compressed natural gas: cng stove systems have the advantage of not having the potential hazard of liquid leaks or spillage into the bilge. Read carefully the instructions included in the manufacturer's binder. Cng tanks are fitted with pressure gauges an...
3/21/2017 sabre 30 owners manual 48/81 also, the following steps should be completed with the boat out of the water and in her cradle. 1. Remove the nut and washer from the leaking keel bolt with a 1 1/8" wrench. 2. Clean all of the old bedding compound from the keel bolt and surrounding area. 3. Us...
3/21/2017 sabre 30 owners manual 49/81 30:03 cutlass bearing: the shaft strut contains a rubber type bearing which lubricates the support of the shaft. At haul out, be sure the bearing slots are clear and apply silicone lubricant or castor oil to the bearing to preserve it's suppleness. Replace shaf...
3/21/2017 sabre 30 owners manual 50/81 the fuel tank should be kept full for winter storage with about 5% expansion room left at the top. Empty fuel tanks encourage the formation of condensation. 30:08 batteries: clean battery terminals and cable ends thoroughly of any corrosion with a baking soda a...
3/21/2017 sabre 30 owners manual 51/81 deck hardware toe rail toe rail, rub rail, deck to hull assembly.
3/21/2017 sabre 30 owners manual 52/81 deck hardware rigging mast step assembly steering tiller rudder and tiller assembly.
3/21/2017 sabre 30 owners manual 53/81 steering wheel rudder and wheel assembly.
3/21/2017 sabre 30 owners manual 54/81 deck hardware safety stanchion post assembly plumbing thru hulls cockpit drain assembly.
3/21/2017 sabre 30 owners manual 55/81 deck hardware rigging genoa track installation.
3/21/2017 sabre 30 owners manual 56/81 deck hardware rigging genoa track assembly deck hardware rigging genoa track installation.
3/21/2017 sabre 30 owners manual 57/81 deck hardware rigging chainplate assembly.
3/21/2017 sabre 30 owners manual 58/81 plumbing thru hulls thru hull and seacock installation auxiliary power shaft coupling shaft log and coupling assembly keels general.
3/21/2017 sabre 30 owners manual 59/81 keel to hull installation plumbing thru hull drainage galley sink, ice box drainage system.
3/21/2017 sabre 30 owners manual 60/81 lifting and storage slings suggested lifting strap locations steering wheel rudder post and drive wheel assembly.
3/21/2017 sabre 30 owners manual 61/81 auxiliary power prop, shaft, strut prop, shaft, strut assembly auxiliary power fuel system fuel system.
3/21/2017 sabre 30 owners manual 62/81 auxiliary power cooling + exhaust engine exhaust and water intake system auxiliary power cooling + exhaust heat transfer system.
3/21/2017 sabre 30 owners manual 63/81 plumbing waste water system head and holding tank plumbing waste water system head, holding tank, "y" valve and seacock.
3/21/2017 sabre 30 owners manual 64/81 plumbing waste water system head, holding tank w/pumpout, "y" valve and seacock plumbing waste water systems lectra/san waste treatment system.
3/21/2017 sabre 30 owners manual 65/81 deck hardware general ratelco stove pipe deck liner installation rigging running rigging jiffy reefing detail.
3/21/2017 sabre 30 owners manual 66/81 rigging running rigging clew outhaul detail plumbing water systems fresh water systems.
3/21/2017 sabre 30 owners manual 67/81 plumbing water systems fresh water system with auxiliary tank plumbing water systems hot and cold pressurized water.
3/21/2017 sabre 30 owners manual 68/81 plumbing water systems hot and cold pressurized water with auxiliary tank plumbing water systems hot water tank diagram.
3/21/2017 sabre 30 owners manual 69/81 plumbing bilge drainage bilge drainage systems auxiliary power instruments instrument location.
3/21/2017 sabre 30 owners manual 70/81 wiring diagrams legend.
3/21/2017 sabre 30 owners manual 71/81 12 volt dc system diagram 1 hull 30001 to 30011 12 volt dc system diagram 1 hull 30012 to 30051 12 volt dc system diagram 1 hull 30052 to 30067.
3/21/2017 sabre 30 owners manual 72/81 12 volt dc system diagram 1 hull 30068 to present 12 volt dc system diagram 2 hull 30001 to 30011.
3/21/2017 sabre 30 owners manual 73/81 12 volt dc system diagram 2 hull 30012 to 30051 12 volt dc system diagram 2 hull 30052 to 30067.
3/21/2017 sabre 30 owners manual 74/81 12 volt dc system diagram 2 hull 30068 to 30087 12 volt dc system diagram 2 hull 30088 to present.
3/21/2017 sabre 30 owners manual 75/81 110 volt ac system hull 30001 to present lightning protection and bonding system hull 30001 to present.
3/21/2017 sabre 30 owners manual 76/81 volvo md7a engine wiring hull 30001 to 30013 volvo md7a engine wiring hull 30014 to 30023.
3/21/2017 sabre 30 owners manual 77/81 volvo md7a engine wiring hull 30024 to 30051 volvo md7a engine wiring hull 30052 to 30063.
3/21/2017 sabre 30 owners manual 78/81 volvo md7a engine wiring hull 30064 to 30065 + 067 volvo md7a engine wiring hull 30066, 068 to present.
3/21/2017 sabre 30 owners manual 79/81 lifting and storage cradles fin keel cradle plan and profile lifting and storage cradles fin keel cradle end view.
3/21/2017 sabre 30 owners manual 80/81 lifting and storage cradles shoal draft cradle plan and profile.
3/21/2017 sabre 30 owners manual 81/81 lifting and storage cradles shoal draft cradle end view owner's manual index.