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Dragonfly 1000
Trimaran
Owner's Manual
USCG Doc#1032257

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  • Page 1 Dragonfly 1000 Trimaran Owner’s Manual USCG Doc#1032257...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS 1. Diagram a. Deck layout b. Side view 8. Waste System a. Toilet 2. Loading b. Y Valve a. Payload c. Holding Tank b. Storage advise d. Using the head e. General tips 3. Swing Wing System f.

  • Page 5: Loading

    The ama storage areas are ideal for big, bulky light items such as fenders, sails, extra life jackets etc. Heavy items must not be carded in the amas. The maximum payload for the Dragonfly 1000 is 500kg. (1100 lb.). The maximum payload in each ama is 100kg. (220lbs). Overloading the Dragonfly 1000 can effect...
  • Page 6 THE SWING WING SYSTEM Operating The Swing Wing system: Important The unique swing-wing system is designed for use only in protected areas, such as marinas, to fit into a normal slip (berth). The sails must never be hoisted when the floats are folded in. Always stow the sails before you start operating the swing-wing system.
  • Page 7 Important When almost folded • Lift trampoline so it does not interfere between the nylon roller on the ama and the underside of the wing. • Also, the outhaul wire and the stainless block in the trampoline must not get in between the underside of the wing and ama deck.

  • Page 8: Swing Wing System

    SAIL HANDLING 1. MAINSAIL: The main will require a lot of trimming if you want to get maximum performance at all times. The mainsheet will be your key control for mainsail trimming as the boat has many speed potentials in difference wind speeds. A general rule: The leach of your main must always be straight no matter what the wind force.

  • Page 9: Hoisting The Genoa

    This way you are able to unfurl genoa as soon as it is hoisted. There is no genoa halyard on the Dragonfly 1000. You will find an S-hook attached to a long white feeder line. This will be used to assist the spinnaker halyard in hoisting the genoa and safely bringing the spinnaker halyard back down.
  • Page 10 To lower the genoa, pull the release wire that is in the luff of the genoa. This will release the lock on top and allow the genoa to be pulled back down. Genoa Battens: Once the genoa is hoisted, put in the Elvstrom vertical battens. Put the battens into their corresponding pockets from the bottom, long one forward, short one aft.

  • Page 11: Kick-Up Centerboard And Rudder

    KICK-UP CENTERBOARD AND RUDDER Centerboard: When maneuvering in the harbor always make sure the centerboard is down. You have much better steerage under power with the centerboard down. For optimum performance while sailing follow these guidelines: Sailing to windward, keep the centerboard all the way down. On a beam reach bring the centerboard half way up.

  • Page 13: Electrical System

    ELECTRICAL SYSTEM The Dragonfly 1000 has a 12V DC electrical system with a 110V AC system (shore power). The DC system is based on three 65 amp 12V batteries. These batteries are located under the bottom step in the companionway. The batteries are controlled by the switch panel above the step.
  • Page 14 AC System: The AC system is 110VAC (same as what is in your house). This power is only available when the boat is 'plugged-in" at the dock. The system consists of a 20m cable which plugs into the 110V outlet on the dock and into the boat through the anchor well.

  • Page 16: Fresh Water System

    The tank is vented by a hose running to the port topsides near the bow. A person used to sailing cruising monohulls might be surprised that the Dragonfly 1000 does not carry more water. Unlike monohulls, multihulls are very sensitive to increases in weight.

  • Page 17: Water Heater

    4. Showers: There are two showers. One of the showers is located in the head the other is located on the transom. In the head, the faucet used for the sink pulls out and becomes a hand held shower head. There is a shower curtain, which should be used to keep the lockers and their contents dry.

  • Page 19: Waste System

    Head / Waste System There are three basic components to the Dragonfly 1000's waste system: The toilet, the Y valve and the holding tank with it's discharge pump. Use the system properly and it will work efficiently for years. 1. The toilet: The head has its own built in pump, which is used to flush the waste through the system.

  • Page 20: Using The Head

    4. Using the head: Only put human waste and marine toilet paper into the head. All marine heads are very sensitive to clogging and it is a horrible job to unclog. Follow these steps to use the head: 1. Open the seacocks. 2.

  • Page 22: Fuel System

    Fuel System The Dragonfly 1000 has a diesel engine and only diesel fuel can be used. The fuel tank (50 liters, 13 gallons) is located in the engine room on the starboard side. The fuel system has two fuel filters.

  • Page 24: Interior

    Interior 1. The Galley The Stove - The Dragonfly 1000 has a kerosene 2 burner stove. The stove has a ceramic top which is heated by an internal flame. The exhaust is completely vented overboard (see engine room diagram). Use only a mix of quality smokeless lamp oil and alcohol (9:1) as stated in the stove's manual.

  • Page 25: Miscellaneous

    The switch for the sump pump is in the head on the port locker. 2. Folding Propeller - The Dragonfly 1000 has a Gori, two bladed, folding propeller. This propeller was chosen due to its extremely low drag. While motoring, the propeller automatically unfolds into the power mode.

  • Page 27: Launching And Storage

    Instead remove the travel lift straps and connect each of the 4 corner cables on the travel lift to the 4 lifting eyes. ***NOTE*** IF THESE LAUNCHING OR LIFTING ALTERNATIVES ARE NOT AVAILABLE, PLEASE CONTACT DRAGONFLY SAILBOATS IMMEDIATELY BEFORE PROCEEDING. A PROPER LIFTING METHOD WILL BE DESIGNED TO SUIT YOUR SITUATION. Storage: The boat should be folded when in storage.

  • Page 28: Maintenance

    MAINTENANCE 1. Rinse, wash and wax: each time the Dragonfly 1000 is sailed, the boat should be rinsed off with fresh water. Pay special attention to rinsing the ball bearings on the hardware as well as the swing-wing system. The boat should be washed at least once a month and waxed at least 2 times per year.

  • Page 29: Manufacturers Materials

    5. Manufacturers materials - The following is used in the construction of the Dragonfly 1000. Should any repairs need to be made, it is best to match these materials: HULL COLOR: Gelcoat # White 200(2000) or International RAL # 9010 INTERIOR COLOR: Top coat no.

  • Page 30: Specifications

    1000 SPECIFICATIONS 1. General 33ft. (10m) 30ft. (9.2m) Beam 25ft. (7.6m) (folded) 12.6ft. (3.8m) Draft 5.3ft. (1.6m) (board up) 1.6ft. (.5m) Disp. 5,100lbs. 2. Sail Area Main Std. 377sqft. (35m2) Rac. 398sqft. (37m2) Genoa 226sqft. (21 m2) Spin 969sqft. (9Om2) Spin-Asym 883sqft.
  • Page 31 6. Ropes size type length Diameter Main halyard Std 154ft (47m) 5/16” Main halyard Rac 164ft (50m) 5/16” Spin halyard 10mm spec 115ft (35m) 3/8” Main sheet 10mm poly 98.5ft (30m) 3/8” Jib sheet 12mm poly 72.2ft (22m) ½” Spin sheet 10mm poly 82ft...
  • Page 32 Extras on DFIOOO Hull #17 VC-17 bottom paint Refrigerator 12V Isotherm Heating Unit - Wallas 3000 - Diesel (Furnace) ARDIC 4 gal Hot water heater Stern Pulpit (with ladder) Anchor fitting with rollers Cockpit Dodger (New) - Full enclosure Zip Sleeve jib cover Shower w/ curtain &...

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