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Details warranty terms and conditions for the boat.
Information regarding the warranty certificate provided.
Form for documenting pre-delivery service.
Boat's general physical and operational dimensions.
Detailed technical data including engine and sail area.
List of lamp types and their specifications.
Details on hull fittings and their access points.
Guide for setting up the mast and rigging.
Components and operation of the mainsail system.
Components and operation of the Genoa sail system.
Components and operation of the spinnaker gear.
Components and operation of the boom vang.
Details on the quick reefing systems.
Overview of the boat's fundamental electrical setup.
Explanation of electrical bonding for safety and corrosion.
How to read and interpret the battery indicator.
Procedures for maintaining the boat's batteries.
Guide to using the 12V DC electrical system.
Details on the standard 12V DC system components.
Information on optional 12V DC add-ons.
Details on the optional 110V AC electrical system.
Information on the optional hot water heater.
Details on the optional battery charger.
Components and maintenance of the fuel system.
Details on the fuel tank and its safety features.
Importance and maintenance of fuel filters.
Procedures for safe and proper fueling.
Information on the propeller and its maintenance.
Details on the propeller shaft and its alignment.
Procedures for aligning the propeller shaft.
Maintenance and replacement of the stuffing box.
Operation of the reverse and reduction gear.
Location and function of engine controls and gauges.
Operation of throttle and clutch controls.
Description of engine gauges and switches.
Procedures for running the engine safely.
Recommended break-in process for the engine.
Step-by-step guide to starting the engine.
Best practices for operating the engine while underway.
Procedures for safely shutting down the engine.
Procedures for preparing the engine for winter.
Information on the optional diesel engine.
Procedure for bleeding the diesel fuel system.
Controls specific to the diesel engine.
Instruments for the diesel engine.
Break-in procedure for the diesel engine.
Operating the diesel engine.
Details on hull fittings and seacock operation.
Components and operation of the fresh water system.
Information on galley and head sinks.
Details on the optional pressurized water system.
Installation and use of the optional shower.
Operation of the standard manual bilge pump.
Information on the optional electric bilge pump.
Operating instructions for the marine toilet.
System for dockside waste disposal.
System for dockside and overboard waste disposal.
Maintenance of underwater hull components.
Care and inspection of spars, rigging, and hardware.
Cleaning and maintenance of fiberglass gelcoat.
Maintenance of teak woodwork, including oiling and varnishing.
Proper folding, cleaning, and care of sails.
General tips for maintaining the boat's interior.
Use and maintenance of the icebox.
Operation and safety of the alcohol stove.
Various interior tips including table and electronics mounting.
Recommended reading for keelboat sailors.
List of other useful publications.
Diagram showing the boat's interior layout.
Diagram and data for the boat's sail plan.
Diagram illustrating deck hardware components.
List of rigging components and specifications.
Diagram of the boat's electrical wiring.
Diagram of the boat's fuel system.
Diagram showing engine installation details.
Diagram of the boat's plumbing system.
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