Owner's Manual

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Profile and Accommodation Plan

SPEOFICA noNS RETRACTABLE KEELMODEL

L.OA 25'-0" L.w.L. 22'-2" BEAM 8'-0" DRAFTBoardup 2'-8" BoardDown 5'-0" BALLAST. . 1500lb.. DISPLACEMENT 4150lb.. SAILAREASTD. RIG. 270sq. ft. SAILAREATALLRIG. 295sq. f~

FIXED KEEL MODEL

L.OA 25'-0" L.W.L. 22'-2" BEAM 8'-0" DRAFT 4'-0" BALLAST 1900 lb.. DISPLACEMENT 4550 lb.. SAILAREASTD. RIG. 270 sq. ft. SAILAREATALLRIG. . 295 sq. ft. I.O.R. rating (es..) STD. RIG. 19.9 aUmeasurementsare appro.Una".

Pa.ent numbers 3805724, 3648310 and 111523

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"Fis manual is intended to serve as a guide to the features and operation of the Catalina 25. Before attempting maintenance or operation of your Catalina 25. please read the Catalina Yachts Limited Warranty Booklet. Be sure your dealer has completed the registra- tion card contained within the booklet. The initial launching and rigging of the Catalina 25 should be handled by experienced boat yard personnel under the direction of your autho- rized dealer. After the boat is launched. the dealer will complete the last phase of rigging and mast tuning as described in this manual. This manual should be used in conjuction with the CATALINAGEN- - ERAL HANDBOOKwhich discusses care and maintenance. and. also includes practical sailing and safety tips. The last pages of this text contain a "Pre-Use Check List" and a "Pre- Departure Check List". It will be useful to incorporate these checks into your sailing routine. A regular inspection is the best preventive maintenance. and willhelp keep your boat in good condition while in use and insure peace of mind when the boat is left unattended.

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CONTENTS

SPARS AND RIGGING Stepping The Mast 4 Rigging For Hoist Launching...... 4 Tuning The Mast...... : . . . . .5 Fine Tuning While Sailing...... 5 & 6 Rigging Specification Schedule...... 7 Spar And Rigging Maintenance...... 8 SAILS Catalina 25 Standard and Tall Rig Sail Areas and Rig Dimensions ...... 9 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Batteries...... 10 Battery Selector Switch...... 10 110 Volt Shore Power System...... 10 Lighting Wiring Schematic...... 11 Lamp And Circuit Schedule...... 11 Battery Selector Switch And 12 Volt Panel Wiring Schematic...... 12 AUXULIARY POWER SYSTEM Recommended Outboard Engine...... 13 Outboard Bracket...... 13 Fuel Storage...... 13 TRAILERING ...... 13 & 14 GENERAL OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE Pop Top Operation 14 Anchors And Anchoring...... 14 & 15 Anti-Fouling Bottom Paint...... 15 Electrolysis Protection...... 15 Keel Maintenance...... 15 & 16 U.S. Coast Guard Equipment Recommendations...... 16 PLUMBING Fresh Water System...... 16 Ice Box Drain...... 16 Marine Head . . . . 16 & 17 Holding Tank ...... 17 Seacocks ...... 17 Manual Bilge Pump...... 17 PARTS AND ACCESSORY ORDERS...... 18 CLOSING WORDS...... 18 CHECK LISTS Before Leaving the Dock or Mooring. ... 19 Before Leaving The Boat After Use...... 19

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. -;;..." - -. STEPPING THE MAST keeps other sailors from getting CAUTION impatient while they wait for yout to move out of the launch area. The aluminum mast and other metal parts conduct electricity coming in 3. Walk the mast aft and drop the contact with or near an electrical mast foot into the tabernacle power line or lightning can cause located on fop of the deck, keep- severe injury or death. Stay away from ing the mast in center line of~boat overhead electrical power Iines when insert the pivot bolt and locking sailing and/or launching the boat. nut. When trailering your boat always 4. One crew member should pull on try to undo as little rigging as Possible. a line tied securely to the forestay It is necessary only to undo the two while another pushes up on the forward lower shrouds and the fore- mast and walks from the cockpit stay before lowering the mast. forward. With the mast erect, 1. Before raising mast, make sure attach the forestay and forward halyards are neatly tied down and lower shrouds. that they are on proper sides of the spreaders. You should never RIGGING FOR attempt to raise the mast unless HOIST LAUNCHING' the upper shrouds (those that pass over the spreaders) and the aft The fixed-keel model Catalina 25 lower shrouds are attached to should be launched with the aid of a the deck fittings and the turn- hoist and slings. The local dealer and buckles well "started" into their boaJ yard using hoists can advise barrels. The turnbuckles must not you about this and will handle the be completely tightened however, operation for you. Retractable-keel because slack is needed in the models are also often launched using shrouds to enable the mast to a hoist and slings. be fully raised. The backstay Either model boat can be hoist sholJld be attached to the tran- launched with the mast stepped and som chainplate.The upper shrouds, in place in the vertical position by after lower shrouds, and backstay releasing the backstay at the turn- will keep the mast from falling buckle where it attaches to the over when it is raised, therefore, transom. However, the remainder of all of these must be attached to the mast's shrouds and forward stay the chainplates before the mast must be properly connected to their is raised. chainplates. Most importantly, check 2. Make sure that the shrouds and that the aft lower shrouds are secure stays are not fouled. Backstay since they will keep the mast from should lie clear of the transom. falling forward when the backstay IS You may step the mast on land or disconnected from the transom. Be while the boat is in the water. It sure to re-connect the backstay seems to be easier on land be- before raising sails or getting under- cause the boat is still. Also, it way.

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TUNING THE MAST upper shroud turnbuckles until the tension on the lower shrouds The mast is held aloft by the Stand- is brought into balance. ing Rigging (forestay, backstay, up- FINE TUNING per shrouds, double lower shrouds). WHILE SAILING The term "tuning" refers to adjust- The object of Fine Tuning is to ment of the standing rigging so that have the mast "in column" (not bent the mast remains "in column" (not fore or aft or athwartships) when sail- bent) when under load. This is ac- ing in conditions typical for your area. complished by following the pro- This is accomplished through adjust- cedure outlined below: ments to the lower shroud turn- At the dock: buckles. Here are some points to 1. Adjust forestay and backstay so look for: that the mast is straight up and 1. When ~ailing on port tack, sight down (perpendicular). Tie a bolt up the mast from the base. If the to a 6 to 7 foot long piece of light middle (where the spreaders are) line to make a quick plumb bob, is sagging to leeward, take up and tape the free end of the line equally on both port lower shrouds to the front of the mast as high until the mast is "in column." up as you can reach. Thisdevice Repeat this procedure on ~tar- will help you determine whether boardtack. ~ the mast is perpendicular or not. 2. If, when sighting up the mast while 2. Adjust upper shrouds so that the on port tack, the middle is bent mast is straight up and down , forward (but not to leeward) take athwarthships, that is from side up a turn on the port aft lower to side as opposed to from bow shroud and let out a turn on the to stern. port forward lower shroud turn- 3. The upper shrouds should be buckle. Reverse these adjust- firm but not tight. A 50 pound ments if the middle of the mast push should deflect the upper is aft of the "in column position." shroud about 1W' at shoulder 3. height. If a perfectly straight mast is not obtained, the mast head (top) may 4. The lower shrouds (4 of them) be curved aft and to leeward. The should be adjusted so that they mast head should never be are looser than the upper shrouds. "hooked" forward to weather. While at the dock they should have no slack but also have no All rigging wire used on yachts has tension on them. No lower shroud a tendency to stretch, especially on a when pushed should defelect the new yacht. or after you have sailed in mast more than any other shroud heavier wind than you normally ex- when pushed equally hard. If this perience. Therefore, you should peri- can't be achieved, the upper odically check the tension on the shrouds are too tight. Back off shrouds and stays, tightening them one-half turn at a time on the up if it is required.

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. . _.,;~., - ..-.- Our masts are built to withstand When making the !uning adjust- any normal usage but improper tuning ments while underway, it is advisable or handling can cause problems. to keep the upper andJower nuts on Therefore, it is impossible to guar- each turnbuckle snug to keep from antee the mast under our current havlhg the turnbuckle loosen. Upon warranty program. Rigging, as well completion of the tuning, tighten the as tuning becomes all important when nuts securely. setting up the mast. A knowledgeable person should oversee the rigging and tuning so as to eliminate the ALWAYS,before leaving the dock possibility of an eccentric loading for a day's sail, check all your turn- which might occur with an improperly buckle nuts for tightness. Also, visu- tensioned shroud. §pecial attention ally inspect the fittings aloft. MOST should be given to the initial stretch MAST FAILURES HAVE BEEN of the shrouds and a further gradual TRACED BACK TO LOOSENED stretch of the wire over the first few TURNBUCKLES AND IMPROPER hard outings. TUNING.

Mainsheet and Traveler Control Arrangement

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Rigging Specification Schedule C-25 NOTE - MASTEXTRUSION = 28'-0" LONG standard BOOM EXTRUSION = 10'-4" LONG Description S.S.Wire Size L = Length No.Reqd Main Halyard 1/8" 7x19 27' -8" 1 Jib Halyard 1/8" 7x19 29' -2" 1 Forestay 3/16" 1x19 29' - 10" 1 Single Backstay 3/16" 1x19 32' -3" 1 Split Backstay 3/16" 1x19 26' -4" 1 Backstay Bridle 3/16" 1x19 5' -8112" 2 Forward Lowers 5/32" 1/19 14'- 5" 2 Aft Lowers 5/32" 1x19 14' - 7V4" 2 Upper Shrouds 3/16" 1x19 28' - 50/4" 2 L = Eye to eye for halyards L = Eye to end of threads for shrouds and stays t

NOTE- MAST EXTRUSION = 30'-0" LONG I tall rig BOOM EXTRUSION = 10'-4" LONG Description S.S. WireSize L = Length No.Reqd Main Halyrd 1/8" 7x19 27' - 8" 1 Jib Halyard 1/8" 7x19 29' -2" 1 Forestay 3/16" 1x19 31' -10" 1 Single Backstay 3/16" 1x19 33' -11V4" 1 SplitBackstay 3/16" 1x19 28' -2" 1 Backstay Bridle 3/16" 1x19 5' -8112" 2 Forward Lowers 5/32" 1x19 15' - 5" 2 Aft Lowers 5/32" 1x19 15' - 6%" 2

Upper Shrouds 3/16" 1x19 30' -6112" 2

All dimensions are approximate and subject to change.

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. " -- SPAR AND RIGGING Salt water will gradually stiffen MAINTENANCE dacron line. Hosing with fresh water or soaking in warm soapy water will Mill finish aluminum on the stan- make the line soft and flexible again. Be sure to rinse line thoroughly. Keep dard spar surfaces are protected line coiled and stowed in a dry spot against corrosion by a thin naturally below. formed film of aluminum oxide. Dust, dirt, smoke, salt and traffic fumes will Clean rigging means clean sails. A adhere to this film, making the sur- quick trip aloft with damp rags takes face dull and unsightly. Coating the care of this problem. While aloft, new surfaces with a good paste wax check the entire rig for loose screws, like Vista or Simonize, will help protect nuts, bolts, cotter pins and chafe the aluminum oxide from foreign which may have resulted from hard matter. If the surface has become sailing. Periodic inspection of the rig tarnished, a good high grade cleaner, is one of your best insurances against wax, or polish will help restore the rigging and spar failure. Keeping original sheen. Heavier pitting can halyards tied away from the mast be removed by wetsanding with #600 stops the annoying dockside clanking paper prior to polishing and waxing. and save the mast finish. Anodized spars need only to be Test the mast light before the mast washed with soap and fresh water is raised, this is especially important and waxed each season to maintain after the boat has been trailered. the original finish for many years. Spreader tips, turnbuckle barrels and Fill finish aluminum spars may also clevis pins should be taped or cover- be painted. Epoxy and polyurthane ed with plastic caps to reduce chafing paint systems have been specially on the sails. Tape any part of the formulated for use on aluminum rigging which is sharp or jagged spars. The coating manufacturers' in- which may tear the sails when sailing structions should be followed. and coming about.

BACKSTAYTENSION ADJUSTER SYSTEM -8- I ~- =.iI. Sail Plan Dimensions

standard tall rig Area Area Area Area Sail Sq. Ft. Sq. M Luff Leach Foot Sq. Ft. Sq. M Luff Leach Foot

MainSail 115.10 10.7 24'-8" 26'-4" 9' 4' 127.55 11.9 27'-4" 29' -()" 9'-4"

150% 236.25 22.0 30'-0' 28-6" 16'-6' 244.13 22.8 31'.0" 29'-9' 16'-10" ( ", ; , H \ 110% 156.89 14.6 27'-2" 24'-3" 12'-5" / 159.78 14.9 27'-8" 24'-10" 12'-10" ,i!, \ Max Girth 520.56 48.5 29 -3Y2 556.48 51.8 31'-1" Max. Girth Spinnaker 18' -103,-4' \ 18' - 104' SAIL AREA 100% FORE~= 270 SQ. FT \ SAIL AR:A 100% \ FORE~-295 SQ. FT. Std. Tall \ All Sails are 29'-0" 31'-0" \ Polyester -except J 10.5 10.5 Spinnakers which \ are Nylon. P 24.66 27.66 \ E 9.58 9.58 \ \ \ \ Tall Rig \ Shown \ \/ Indotted \\ Line

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.- - iH':1 -- l I " . I BATTERIES to- change from one bat\ery to the I other with the engine running or the The 12 volt electrical system is alternator diodes will be burned out. I powered by a12 volt DC, 70 amp SwiJ<::hing from one battery to an- hour ~etcell marine grade battery. other should only be done with the engine stopped. If both batteries are "Battery no. one is located under the starboard seat-berth aft cof the 'of ~qual charge, keep the selector switch on ALL position, and use ALL water tank; the battery is 1J0usedin a to start the engine if both batteries I plastic container and is secured with I are low. ,. a tie down to prevent movement at extreme angles of heel. '" ~ "'- 110VOLT SHORE The optional second battery is POWER SYSTEM located on the port side under the settee or dinette seat, the second The optional 110 volt AC system is battery is also housed in a plastic connected to shore power by a container and sec:ured to prevent grounded, twist-lock-connector mount- movement. ed on the outside of the port cockpit coaming. Always connect the power When the optional second battery cord to the boat and then to the is installed a battery selector switch shore power source. When removing is provided. the cord unplug at the shore con- Battery box covers should be kept nection first. on at all times to prevent accidental A twenty-five Amp circuit break- arcing at the terminals. 'er is located on the aft bulkhead of the galley. Duplex outlets for the 110 volt system are located on both sides BATTERY SELECTOR of the main cabin. Be certiain that all SWITCH 110 V. appliances, other than lamps, The circular sparkproof switch has have an adequate grounding con- ! the marking 1,2, and "ALL" as well as nector. Wet feet or moist atmoshere "OFF". increase the potential shock hazard. If your outboard motor is equipped Always use a marine type three (3) with an alternator and electric starter prong connectorw/locking ground for NEVERpass through the OFF position all shore power connections.

NOTE: When wiring shore power connector cable use 10 gauge, stranded (3) WIDE PRONG, conductor wire or equJvalent. Use, 30 BLACK WIRE amp, 125 volt connectors - wire to match receptacle on boat as shown. 'L'SHAPED NARROW PRONG, PRONG,GREENWIRE WHITE WIRE

SHORE POWER CONNECTOR OUTSIDE (FRONT) VIEW ,! -10- l.:.- r- linn -', Lighting Wiring Schematic

NOTES: 1.Allwiresshown ~ "'"' Black Ground .10 Gauge 14 Gauge except Red, Running Lights grounds, which are 1a Ga. -" Blue, Cabin Lights 2. Green ground for mast White, Bow Light fixtures only Orange, Anchor Light Green, Ground .10 Gauge r ~

Lamp And Circuit Schedule

No. Lamp Output Amps Circuit Description Color Code Req'dic Type Each Each Amps

Cabin Light Blue CL 6 GE - 1141 21 CP 1.44 8.64 r Running Light Red RL 3 GE - 90 6Cp . 0.58 1.74 " i- Bow Light White BL 1 GE - 90 6CP 0.58 0.58

Anchor Light Orange AL 1 GE - 90 6CP 0.58 0.58

Spreader Light Yellow SL 2 GE - 4411 35W. 2.90 5.81

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Cabin Lights Blue 14 CL

Bow Light White 14 BL

Anchor Light Orange 14 AL

r Light SL MASTER Yellow 114

Green GO

Black 10 I MLOL GO

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Frontof Switch NOTES - 1. Mast lights are separately grounde 2. All wiring to be 14 Gauge or as specifi

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~1'" I - ~ r:nfC - RECOMMENDED when fuel is stored in the port cockpit OUTBOARD ENGINE locker on the molded storage plat- form. An outboard engine of 7.5 to 10 Gasoline fumes are heavier than horsepower should be adequate to air and willaccumulate in the bottom propel the Catalina 25 at hull speed of the compartment, if not properly under usual conditions. vented. This creates a fire and ex- plosion hazzard. Be sure there is a A larger engine will not increase properly installed ventilation system hull speed and may add additional that complies with Coast Guard and unnecessary weight in the stern. State regulations before storing gas- 4 Long shaft engines are preferable, oline in any enclosed compartment. ;,t however, standard length shaft en- Portable fuel tanks should be secured gines should be adequate for most in place before getting under way. conditions.

OUTBOARD BRACKET TRAILERING The factory installed outboard bracket is spring loaded to assist The Catalina 25 is an easy boat to lifting and lowering the engine. It trailer when certain precautions have locks in both the up and down been properly heeded. In addition to position. To release the lock in either the remarks in the GENERAL HAND- position a downward pressure is BO<;>K.the following suggestions will applied to the red handle while lifting prove helpful. or lowering the engine. The motor 1. Be sure to read the Trailer Manu- should not be lifted clear ofthe water facturers Instructions and Warranty while it is running. carefully, and do not exceed the When under sail, the motor should Manufacturers gross vehicle weight be kept in the raised position and for trailer boat and gear. tilted forward so that the propeller is 2. Check tongue weight. Most trail- ,; clear of the water to eleminate un- ers tow well with 7 to 10 percent of [~ necessary drag. the Gross Trailer and load weight on The motor bracket manufacturer's the tongue. If the trailer tends to "fish recommended maximum horsepower tail" add tongue weight by moving should not be exceeded. weight forward or the trailer axles aft. FUEL STORAGE 3. Test the brakes by operating the master cylinder manually. It is reccomended that any en- 4. Inspect the winch cable for broken closed compartment used for fuel strands or fraying. storage be vented. The optional 5. Tie the mast and boom securely factory installedvents meet current, Coast Guard and State requirements to the bow and stern pulpits, the spars should also be supported in -13-

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the middle by the cabin top. Pad the to the cabin. When the pop top is in mast at all contact pOints to prevent the up position, access to the cabin damage. is greatly increased and of course, so 6. In the retractable-keel model. is the available headroom. To put the check that the keel has been cranked pop top in the up position you must down until it rests firmly on the go inside the cabin. The top is raised trailer's rubber support wedge or by lifting upward and forward at the roller. The rubber support wedge same time. With the pop top in the should bear the complete weight of fully raised position, reach forward to the keel. Immediately before launch- the pop top slide lock and lock the ing, raise keel to maximum up posi- top to the mast. tion to clear trailer. In light winds you can sail with the 7. Fixed-keel boats as well as retract- pop top in the raised position, but in able-keel boats should be seated heavier winds it is recommended that properly on the trailer; that is, not you keep it closed and fastened ajar or tilted, and with the bow down, along with all other hatches. properly snugged into the rubber wedge at the front of the trailer. Fixed ANCHORS AND keel boats should have the weight of ANCHORING the boat bearing on the keel, not the Under normal weather condifions padded upright supports. in a protected anchorage an anchor 8. Follow normal trailer procedures in the 9-13 pound range and of thE of connecting lights and safety chain, "danforth type" may be used as i and be sure your hitch is well-secured. , bow anchor in ordinary conditiom Always test lights before leaving This anchor will only be effective wit ramp area. at least 12 feet of 1/4 inch or heavie 9. Do not allow anyone aft of the guage chain and at least 200 feet ( transom during launching or loading, more of 7/16" or heavier nylon lin, who could be injured if the boat were An 8 pound stern anchor will requil suddenly dislodged from the trailer. about 150 feet of scope and 10 fe of chain. GENERAL OPERATION Under adverse weather conditio AN D MAINTENANCE as much as a 20 pound bow anct could prove necessary, and possil a plough-type anchor might POP TOP OPERATION required. Inquire in your local area ab If your boat is equipped with a "pop anchoring procedures relative to top" hatch, the following notes will place you plan to visit. Get aid in its operation. opinion of several experienced pel First of all, the pop top can be used and always play it on the safe sic' in two different positions. When the "making up" your anchor aheal pop top is in the down position, the time for emergency use. Do smaller sliding hatch serves as access forget to wire all shackle pins so -14- u.~ cannot come loose underwater. must, plus periodic cleaning and Remember: Lighter anchors are removal of marine growth from the made more effective by increasing keel trunk slot. The possibility of the scope, Le. the ratio of length of corrosion to the keel and keel fittings line and chain to depth of water. A is greatly increased. Keeping a 7:1 ratio is recommended. This~means retractable-keel model in salt water using 7 feet of anchor line for each for lengthy periods "is not recom- foot in depth of water. An anchor is a mended. necessity aboard any boat, it is t' Should you decide to keep a re- recommended you have a usable tractable-keel model in the water at a ... anchor aboard whenever you leave slip or mooring for extended periods the dock. .~ where electrolysis is a potential prob- A~TI-FOULING lem, the following suggestions may BOTTOMPAINT help to protect the keel assembly. The keel pivotpin is made ofsilicon- Anti-fouling paint should be applied bronze, the hinge castings are of to the bottom if it is to be moored in brass, and the keel itself is made of either fresh or salt water for any iron. To retard electolytic action which length of time. There are many brands will "~at" away the metals, drill and available. Anti-fouling paint prevents tap the side of the keel (near the the growth of algae, barnacles and forward edge) as close to the keel other fouling organisms on under- pivot assembly as possible. Then at- water surfaces. Ifthis paint has been tach a teardrop shaped "zinc." Keep- applied at the factory, no action is ingtl;le keel in the raisedpositionwill necessary at the time of launching. help prolong the life of the cable The anti-fouling paint used at the (7x19, 1/4" S.S.) by keeping as much factory is a vinyl-base copper bearing of it out of the water as possible. type available either in red or blue. KEEL MAINTENANCE For those owners who apply anti- v- fouling paint themselves, it should Iron keels must be sealed to pre- I be noted that most brands require all vent rusting. You may paint the keel . underwater fiberglass surfaces to be itself with rust retardant paint like the ~ very carefully sanded and primed commercially available "Rust-o-Ieum" immediately prior to the first applica- or zinc chromate paints. tion on a new boat. In any event, the instructions of the manufacturer of The fixed keel or retractable keel the brand of paint used should be may also be painted witha twopart followed. epoxy paint system to prevent rusting. Mostepoxysystems require stripping ELECTROLYSIS the keel to bare metal and filling with PROTECTION a chemically compatible filler com- pound. The paint manufacturers Ifyou decide to keep your retract- instructions should be followed. able-keel model in the water, especially salt water. Bottom paint is a To remove the keel you will note that the keel pivots on a rod, secured -15- by two cast fittings recessed into the FRESH WATER hull. Should the keel require removal SYSTEM at any time, these castings may be The galley is supplied fresh water unbolted by removing the stainless from a 16 gallon high density plastic steel cable and the four 3/8 x 16" tank located under the starboard bolts from the underside. Make sure setee. The tank is filled thru the vent that the keel is well supported before cap mounted directly on the tank or removing these fastenings. thru the optional deck fill plate, When replacing the keel be sure to located on the starboard side deck. use lock washers and a liquid locking The deck fill is labeled water. agent like "lock tight". The bolts The threads of the fill plate cap should be reset with a torque wrench should be lightly coated with petroleum to 35 Ibs. ea. jelly or another non toxic lubricant to prevent corrosion between the plate u.s. COAST GUARD and the cap. EQUIPMENT ICE BOX DRAIN RECOMMENDATIONS The ice box drain is tapped to the galley sink drain. The ice box drain is U.S. Coast Guard Recommended fitted with a seperate valve. This minimum Equipment list. should be kept closed when sailing - The following list, prepared by the to prevent salt water from backing U.S. Coast Guard represents the up into the ice box when the boat is minimum equipment necessary for ,heel~d. In areas where overboard the safe operation of a 25 foot out- discharge is prohibited the drains can board power sail boat similar to the be disconnected and led to a jug in Catalina 25. the bilge. 1. (1) Numbering in accordance wi MARINE HEAD state regulartions 2. (1) Sound producing device, Boats manufactured before Jan- audible for 112mile (Horn, Whistle, uary 31, 1977, may have an over- Bell) board discharge marine head. The 3. (1) Type I, 1\ or 1\ life preserver toilet is supplied with servicing in-, for each person aboard. structions. Operation instructions are printed on the toilet pump housing. 4. (1) Type IV Device (throwable Read the instructions thoroughly and life ring or bOuy) be sure that all persons who might 5. (1) B-1type fire extinguisher, dry be using the head understand its chemical, USCG approved. operation. Parts and spares may be 6. Lights if night operation is intend- obtained directly from the toilet man- ed, in accordance with USCG ufacturer or your servicing Catalina regulations. dealer. The marine head thru-hull valves should be kept closed when not operating the head to avoid thE 'I' -16- L. r

I possibility of water entering the boat SEACOCKS due to failure of the internal toilet valve. All underwater thru-hull fittings are equipped with gate valves. Close all HOLDING TANK gate valves when leaving the boat, especially for an extended period of The optional holding tank is made time. from high density polypropoline plastic. The tank capacity is 14 U.S. To close seacocks, turn clockwise; Gallons. It is located under the for- to open, turn counter-clockwise. ward end of the settee or dinette seat on the port side. It is good practice to operate the ~ gate valves at least once a month to The vent is located on the port keep them in good working order side deck near the main chain plate. Check the packing glands on all gate The vent line (1/2" 1.0.) must be kept valves yearly to avoid water seepage. clear. If it becomes clogged it should be flushed with fresh water, this can be done from the deck vent using a garden hose. The tank is emptied by a shore MANUAL BILGE PUMP side pump thru the deck plate marked "Waste" on the port side deck. The manual bilge pump is located in the port cockpit locker. The handle Waste should not be stored for is stored in a clip fitting just above long periods of time. The tank should the pump inside the locker. Insert be emptied and flushed regularly. the handle through the water-tight A simple method of checking the fitting in the cockpit to operate the level of the tank is to put a flashlight, pump. lens down, on the top of the tank, then look at one side of the tank and The pump pick-up is in the keel stub you can see the fluid level in the under the main cabin sale. The pump tank. hoses are 1" 1.0. [ REF BOW~

1/2" INLET VALVE

HOLDING TANK MARINE 14 U.S. GALLONS TOILET Located under dinette seat.

HOLDING TANK PLUMBING DIAGRAM, PLANVIEW -17-

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PARTS AND ACCESSORY ORDERS

Catalina's interest in both customer and product continues long after you have commissioned your Catalina 25. Within the limits of our specifica- tions, the company's Parts Depart- ment is ready to serve your nearest dealer quickly and efficiently. All replacement parts or accessories are delivered through your dealer. He must have detailed information from you to be certain we send the parts required.

CLOSING WORDS

The builder would like to take this opportunity to wish 'you season after season of sailing enjoyment in your new Catalina 25. We have prepared these texts with that goal in mind, believing that knowledge of the boat and aware- ness of safety procedures will lead to increased sailing pleasure for you and your family. Take care of your boat and take the time to learn and practice good seamanship. CATALINA YACHTS

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CHECK LISTS BEFORE LEAVING THE BOAT AFTER USE: BEFORE LEAVING THE DOCK 1. Close all thru-hull valves. OR MOORING: 2. Any salt spray should be rinsed 1. Visually inspect the standing rig- from the deck and rigging with ging. Be sure that turnbuckle nuts fresh water to prevent corrosion are tight or cotter pihS secure and preserve the finish. and covered to prevent chafe, 3. Relieve pressure in stove fuel halyardS are free and not tangled. tank if fitted. 2. Make-up the anchor and line. 4. Leave ice box lid ajar for venti la- These should be ready for irTP,~L <:,\\'..m'1:: - ~ mediate use, stored on deck or . 5: Check bilge water level, pump in the forward anchor locker. if necessary. 3. A throwable. approved life saving 6. Set battery selector switch to device should be on deck, avail- "off". able to the helmsman, in accord- 7. Check mooring or docklines for ance with Coast Guard Recom- secure attachment. mendations. 8. Tie off halyards to shrouds to 4. Test running lights. prevent unnecessary noise and 5. Check water tank. preserve mast finish. 6. Check fuel tank level. 9. Secure mooring lines or dock- 7. Secure loose objects on deck lines, place fenders when required. and below.

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