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PDQ Yachts 36 Capella User Manual

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PDQ 36 Capella
PDQ 36 Capella
Owner’s Manual

Questions and Answers:

PDQ Yachts 36 Capella Specifications

General IconGeneral
Length Overall36 ft
Berths6
Head1
Beam18 ft
Displacement12, 500 lbs
Holding Tank Capacity30 gal

Summary

General Information

General Description

Overview of the boat's design, layout, and versions (Classic vs. LRC).

Weights and Measures

Technical specifications including dimensions, sail area, and fluid capacities.

Safety Procedures and Responsibilities

Safety Equipment

Details required safety equipment for US and Canadian regulations.

Your Responsibilities

Outlines owner's duties regarding vessel seaworthiness and operation.

Statutory Requirements

Lists legal obligations for boat documentation and operation.

Propulsion and Steering Systems

Auxiliary Engines

Information on both outboard and inboard diesel engine systems.

Steering System

Description of the steering mechanism and emergency tiller.

Rigging and Sails

Details on the boat's rigging and sail configuration.

Ship's Systems Overview

Electrical Systems

Overview of the boat's AC and DC electrical power systems and their components.

Plumbing and Utility Systems

Covers bilge pumps, propane, fresh water, and water heater systems.

Other Ship Systems

Details refrigeration, head, holding tank, and seacock systems.

Optional and Special Equipment

Anchoring and Sail Options

Information on anchor packages, furling gear, and spinnaker deployment.

Electronics and Power Systems

Covers electronics, inverter/charger, generator, and air conditioning units.

Operation and Cruising

Departure & Return Checklists

Provides step-by-step checklists for preparing for departure and returning to harbor.

Cruising Under Sail

Guidance on sailing techniques, safety in strong winds, and offshore conditions.

Cruising Under Power

Instructions for maneuvering, docking, and anchoring the boat under power.

Maintenance and Repair

Preventative Maintenance & Schedules

Emphasizes preventative maintenance and provides weekly, quarterly, and annual service schedules.

Rigging, Deck Hardware, and Sails Maintenance

Details maintenance for rigging, deck hardware, and sails.

Engine and System Maintenance

Covers maintenance for engines, steering, electrical, and water/propane systems.

Hull & Deck and Interior Care

Guidance on hull cleaning, antifouling paint, interior care, and winterization.

Appendix Information

Major Equipment and Records

Tables for logging equipment data and maintenance/repair history.

Drawings and Data Sheets

Lists available technical drawings and data sheets for the boat.