Catalina Capri 22 Owner's Manual page 3

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PREFACE
This manual is intended and supplied to help owners of Capri sailboats understand their boats and
answer common questions about maintenance and systems design specific to Capri sailboats.
This manual is not intended to provide sailing instructions. It is assumed the operator will consult
books written for that purpose, or take sailing lessons or courses to gain the knowledge necessary
for the safe operation of the vessel.
The systems descriptions and illustrations in this manual apply to boats built at the time of
publication. Our policy of constant improvement necessitates that changes have been made to the
Capri sailboat since its introduction. Therefore, these illustrations and descriptions may not apply
to boats built before the time of publication.
Owners of earlier hulls, who have questions not answered herein, should consult their local Capri
dealer, or write to the builder. Please include your hull number in all correspondence.
The maintenance checklists contained within this manual are intended as guidelines for boats in
normal service under typical conditions.
Climate and use will vary and may require additional or special maintenance. Consult with you
local boat yard or Catalina dealer for specific maintenance and precautions recommended for
your purposes and climate.
AN IMPORTANT WORD OF CAUTION: The aluminum and other metal parts conduct
electricity. Coming in contact with or near an electrical power line or lightning can cause severe
injury or death. Stay away from overhead electrical power lines when sailing and/or launching the
boat.