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Catalina 250 - User Manual

Catalina 250
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This manual contains the complete text of the Catalina 250 Owner’s Manual (1st Edition 12-1-94; 2nd Edition 8-9-95) from the Catalina 25/250
National Association’s website (http://www.catalina25-250.org
). It is not a complete, authorized copy of the original C250 Owner’s Manual from
Catalina Yachts. The Catalina Yachts logo is from www.catalinayachts.com
.
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Summary

YACHT INFORMATION AND SPECIFICATIONS

ADDITIONAL SPECIFICATIONS

RIGGING

STEPPING THE MAST

Step-by-step guide for installing the mast onto the boat.

LOWERING THE MAST

Detailed procedure for safely lowering the mast.

TUNING THE MAST

Procedures for adjusting rigging to ensure mast stability and performance.

TUNING UNDER LOAD (Second part of tuning)

Adjusting the rig while sailing to compensate for dynamic forces.

OTHER SYSTEMS

WATER BALLAST SYSTEM

How to fill, empty, and maintain the water ballast system.

ELECTRICAL

BATTERIES

Information on battery type, maintenance, and care.

CHARGING THE BATTERY

Procedures for charging the battery and checking its state.

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Overview of the 12-volt DC electrical system.

DC - 12 VOLT SYSTEM

Description of the DC system power source and controls.

RECOMMENDED OUTBOARD ENGINE

RECOMMENDATIONS FOR TRAILERING

Guidelines and tips for safely trailering the boat.

GENERAL SAFETY TIPS

REQUIRED MINIMUM SAFETY EQUIPMENT

FIRE EXTINGUISHER (S)

Guidance on the placement and maintenance of fire extinguishers.

PERSONAL FLOATATION DEVICES

Requirements and recommendations for PFDs.

ANCHOR, ANCHORING, AND MOORING

COMMISSIONING CHECKLIST

PRE-LAUNCH CHECK

Steps to perform before taking the boat out of the water.

IN WATER CHECK

Checks to perform once the boat is in the water.

MAINTENANCE GUIDE

SEASONAL HULL, DECK AND CABIN MAINTENANCE

FIBERGLASS MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR

CARE AND MAINTENANCE OF YOUR RUDDER

STANDING RIGGING

FITTINGS

SPARS

Catalina 250 Specifications

General IconGeneral
Length Overall25 ft
Beam8 ft 6 in
Draft (Board Down)5.75 ft
Fuel Capacity6 gal
Engine9.9 hp

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