Specifications

J/46 OWNER GUIDE
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• Insert all lifeline gates/stanchions into the sockets provided along the toe-rail. 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 themselves loose over time.
• Install all lifelines without tightening the turnbuckles. Remove the eyes at the ends of the lifelines and
thread them through in the stanchions.
• Finish off the job by tightening the turnbuckles, adjusting the lifeline gate pendants for the proper
length, and taping off the turnbuckle “split rings” (or cotter pins) for a finished appearance.
Skylight Ventilation Hatches
: are made of extruded anodized aluminum frames (polished frames are
optional) and scratch-resistant acrylic covers. Each hatch comes equipped with a ventilation position and
180 degree articulation.
Ports and Opening Ports
: are of painted aluminum frames with bronze colored acrylic and arrive “ready-
to-use”. The opening ports are specifically engineered and located to maximize cross-flow ventilation.
DO NOT PERMIT ACETONE OR OTHER HARSH CLEANSERS TO GET ON PORTS, OR HATCHES
AS THEY MAY DAMAGE THE FINISH & CLARITY OF SOME DECK HARDWARE.
Dorade Ventilators:
The J/46 is equipped with four dorade ventilators which supply air to the forward and
main cabins. The forward ventilators (near the mast) are each protected by a stainless deck guard. Flat
plates (provided in a ship loose kit) can be screwed down with the dorade guards to close off the outside
air supply.
Deckhouse Handrails:
Built of 316 grade stainless these replace the traditional teak to facilitate easy of
maintenance and ownership.
Winches:
Standard winches are all-chrome self-tailing models from Lewmar Marine. The location of the
winches facilitate sailing with one or two aboard. Each is geared to match the load requirements of the
specific task.
Windlass:
The J/46 is equipped with the Lewmar Concept windlass for simple anchoring operation.
Please refer to the windlass manual for specific operating instructions.
J/46 Steering System
The steering system is carefully engineered to provide finger-tip control. This is achieved by utilizing
Harken rudder bearings and steering system components from Edson. The pedestal is custom fabricated
by TPI to incorporate the 5” Ritchie compass, engine throttle, and additional instrumentation.
Wheel:
is a 60” Edson “Diamond” series wheel with an Elk hide cover. The wheel is mounted to the
pedestal by through-bolting the hub to the stainless hub bracket. When installing, first center the rudder,
then install the wheel with the name plate vertical. Then place a mark at the top of the rim or on the vertical
spoke as a centerline reference point.
Rudder:
is made of unidirectional glass, with two halves bonded together, and a highly reinforced
fiberglass shaft which extends to 80% of the depth of the rudder. The rudder is engineered to withstand
tremendous shear loads in ocean conditions. It’s high aspect shape helps reduce the “torque” tendency of
most rudders, thereby reducing helmsman and auto-pilot fatigue.