keep the boat going straight ahead. You are not balancing the wind pressure on the two sails if this is
the case. Ask questions of more experienced sailors and find out how to keep the boat in balance under
different kinds of sea and wind conditions. Better yet, enroll in a sailing class, or refer to Chapman's
Piloting, Seamanship and Small Boathandling for a complete list of rules. Become familiar with the
rules for safe operation of your boat before you leave the dock.
4.2.4 Rules Of The Road (Partial List)
Some specific basics from he Rules of the Road which will help to introduce you to them. This is just a
very partial list and you should investigate the rules as soon as possible.
1.
When two sailing vessels approach each other having the wind on opposite sides, the one with
the wind from the port side shall avoid the other (starboard tack is privileged). Avoidance
maneuvers should be made as soon as possible.
2.
When both have the wind from the same side, the windward boat will avoid the other.
3.
When overtaking another (including a power craft), the overtaking vessel must keep clear.
4.
In all situations IN OPEN WATER, sailing craft are privileged over power craft except when
overtaking, or unless the power craft is military or commercial. Common sense dictates that you
keep clear of large ships of all types.
5.
In no situation in restricted waters shall a sail boat embarrass a large ship.
4.3 Electrical
4.3.1 Batteries
Your electrical system is powered by a marine grade 12 volt, deep cycle 90 AMP hour battery. Attention
should be given to maintaining the proper level of distilled water. Do not overfill. The batteries are
located in the port cockpit locker.
The batteries are provided with a tie-down to prevent tipping over at extreme angles of heel. Be sure
these tie-downs are fastened securely.
With proper care, the battery installed in your Catalina 22 will provide long and satisfactory service.
Proper care is not difficult, if a few basic points are kept in mind:
WARNING!
The electrolyte in a battery is a solution of sulfuric acid. If any should enter the eyes, rinse
immediately with large amounts of fresh water and seek medical attention. Electrolyte
spilled on skin should be rinsed well with fresh water, also. Even a small amount of
electrolyte spilled on clothing will destroy the clothing.
Electrolyte Level
The electrolyte level in a battery should never be allowed to fall low enough to expose the plates. This
not only results in a loss of battery capacity while the battery is low, but will cause hardening of the
active material on the battery plates. This will result in a permanent loss of battery capacity.
CAUTION!
Use only pure distilled water to replenish electrolyte levels. The water from many city
water supply systems is unsatisfactory for battery use.
Discharged State
Leaving a battery in a discharged state for any length of time can also result in a permanent loss of
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Catalina 22 Owner's Manual for 1987
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