Page 1: Table Of Contents
Contents Introduction Safety Preparation Location Glossary Set-up Launch Sailing Safely Righting Line and Righting the Katalyst after Capsize Sailing 10. Maintenance 11. Warranty 12. Parts Diagram © Katalyst Marine Ltd. June 2009 Version 2.12_A5_E...
Page 2: Introduction
The Katalyst blokart Edition is the very first product in the range which will develop around the hulls of the vessel. The Katalyst philosophy is...
Page 4 Katalyst the righting line can be used to both right the Katalyst and also to get back on board. DO NOT WEAR THE blokart SAFETY BELT WHEN SAILING ON THE WATER!!! © Katalyst Marine Ltd.
Page 5: Preparation
Where applicable also check local tide tables and consult local sailors. Many sailors have had the novel experience of sailing at good speed and still moving backwards due to tidal conditions. Avoid being surprised by this powerful force of nature. © Katalyst Marine Ltd.
Page 6: Location
Make yourself familiar with local aquatic activities and treat them with respect; Many good sailing locations have regular sailing races. Stay clear of the area that their course can possibly take up. © Katalyst Marine Ltd.
Page 7: Glossary
Windward The direction from which the wind is blowing. Leeward Opposite to windward, the direction to which the wind is blowing. © Katalyst Marine Ltd.
Page 8: Set-Up
As you go through the steps below to set up your blokart and Katalyst, carry out a quick check on the condition of your craft. If any component needs maintenance or replacement then carry that out before leaving the shore. © Katalyst Marine Ltd.
Page 9 Buckle up the blokart safety belt behind the blokart seat to prevent it from hanging in the water later. NOTE: NEVER use the blokart safety belt when sailing on the water. © Katalyst Marine Ltd.
Page 10 Position both axle brackets over the protruding tri- knob bolts, about 45cm from each end, and tighten them firmly. The upright edge of each clamp should face outward. Lay the aft spar axle plugs and complete © Katalyst Marine Ltd.
Page 11 Hold the hull at a slight angle and ensure that the spar is flush with the mounting slot while the other end of the spar rests on the ground. Register the tri- knobs and secure them firmly. © Katalyst Marine Ltd.
Page 12 Move to the fore spar and secure it firmly with the outer tri-knob. Do not yet tighten the inner tri- knob. 11. Place your blokart on top of the spars and align the axle tube with the axle brackets on the aft spar. © Katalyst Marine Ltd.
Page 13 Position the clamp over the tri- knob bolt in the centre of the fore spar and tighten firmly from below. 14. Remove the tri-knobs holding the blokart struts to the mast base. © Katalyst Marine Ltd.
Page 14 Adjust the length of the struts by turning them up or down the tang bolt if required. Attach the fore struts to the eye- tangs on the fore spar with the toggle pins as shown. © Katalyst Marine Ltd.
Page 15 Tighten the quick release clamp on the steering quadrant. Adjust the tension of the quick release clamp and lock the collar firmly around the keel-end. © Katalyst Marine Ltd.
Page 16 21. Attach the quick release ball joint at the end of the steering cable to the steering quadrant. © Katalyst Marine Ltd.
Page 17 Katalyst and rudder clear off the ground. 23. Now centre the rudder so that it is pointing straight aft. Go to the fore spar and check that the steering handlebar is in the straight forward position. © Katalyst Marine Ltd.
Page 18 26. Withdraw the rudder pin on the port rudder. Align the rudder assembly on the rudder stock on the port hull and re-insert the rudder pin. Move the rudder from side to side to verify that it is operating freely. © Katalyst Marine Ltd.
Page 19 28. Loop the pull-up cord over the horn. Pull the red parral bead until the rudder blades are lifted horizontally and lock the red bead over the horn on the tiller stock. Repeat this for both rudders. © Katalyst Marine Ltd.
Page 20 (they are identical) lift the aft of either hull by the handle on the deck and insert the trolley arm into the side of the aft spar. Repeat this at the other side. © Katalyst Marine Ltd.
Page 21 32. In case you need to travel over a larger distance with your Katalyst and beach trolley, you may consider the installation of the rudder and tiller assembly after you have reached the launch location. © Katalyst Marine Ltd.
Page 22 Regardless, we’re always keen to get your feedback on location specifics or detail specifics that may be worthwhile to be listed for specific but substantial sailing communities. © Katalyst Marine Ltd.
Page 23: Launch
You can either leave the beach trolley on shore or stow it in the hulls. Ensure that the hatches are securely replaced and locked into position. Carry out a final check to ensure that your vessel is in sailing order and your hatches are closed. Insert the pulley whip. © Katalyst Marine Ltd.
Page 24 This allows you to board the vessel without having the sail and boom in your way and also instantly get you on your way as soon as you put the slightest pressure on your sheet. © Katalyst Marine Ltd.
Page 25: Sailing Safely
Never sail beyond your ability; Never send out a novice sailor on your craft without thorough instructions in the hope that they’ll pick it up on the way. If at all possible accompany them in another water craft. © Katalyst Marine Ltd.
Page 26: Righting Line And Righting The Katalyst After Capsize
8. Righting Line and Righting the Katalyst after Capsize Capsizing the Katalyst blokart Edition has proven to be very difficult. The blokart mast is soft enough to cushion gusts and thereby prevents flipping over in any gust on land. On water the mast behaves identically which makes the Katalyst blokart Edition a very stable sailing craft.
Page 27 It must be easy to access in the unlikely event of capsize; It must be kept out of the way to avoid entanglement while sailing, but also kept out of the water to avoid unwanted drag. © Katalyst Marine Ltd.
Page 28 So shortly after you’ve taken you’re Katalyst blokart Edition out sailing for the first time, take 5 or 10 minutes and practise the above righting procedure.
Page 29 Place your feet firmly on the tread pad; Place both hands on the mast and take hold of it firmly; Move your body weight over the outer side of the hull and pull on the mast until your Katalyst capsizes. © Katalyst Marine Ltd.
Page 30: Sailing
In performance catamarans this immediately calls for more sail. And more sail is faster. The stability of the Katalyst blokart Edition is probably one of the most striking characteristics of the vessel. Besides the set-apart hulls which play a role in that, the mast also controls a large portion of the stability.
Page 31 A gybe or jibe (US) is a sailing manoeuvre where the stern of the sailing craft is turned through the wind and results in the wind changing from one side of the craft to the other. In this manoeuvre the © Katalyst Marine Ltd.
Page 32 Although this is quite unlikely, frequent bad gybes will slowly crack and finally snap the pulley whip. Initially take your Katalyst out in moderate wind to get to know it and practice tacking, gybing, launching and landing techniques. © Katalyst Marine Ltd.
Page 33: Maintenance
Although wax makes the hulls of the Katalyst look really great, some wax products release bubbles when they’re in contact with the water and subsequently slow you down. © Katalyst Marine Ltd.
Page 35 Insert the spring button inside the repaired pulley whip ensuring it locates in the alignment hole you have just drilled. © Katalyst Marine Ltd.
Page 36: Warranty
HIN on the vessel on a non-disclosed location. Its location will only be made available to law enforcement agencies in case of theft or fraud. Katalyst Marine, as all vessel manufacturers, holds records of produced units, immediate distributors and country of destination. Take a few seconds to record your HIN.
Page 37 The HIN contains the following information: NZ-: New Zealand Registered Manufacturer; APD: Katalyst Marine’ Unique Manufacturer Identifier in New Zealand; K####: K followed by 4 digits (serial number); A-L: A through to L designating the build month (A=Jan., B=Feb.
Page 38: Parts Diagram
The parts diagrams that can be found on the following pages are scaled and in various areas simplified. Therefore parts may look slightly different from those attached to your Katalyst blokart Edition. Katalyst Marine reserves the right to update parts as supply-line changes occur or a part is superseded by an enhanced version.
Page 39 Axle Plugs Tread Pad Star-knobs Tri-knobs Strut Handle Tang Hatch Eye Tang Barrel Bolt Fore Cable Bracket CE Decal Fore Cable Mount Keel Clamp Spars Aft Spar Steering Fore Spar Port Rudder Aft Cable Bracket Starboard Rudder © Katalyst Marine Ltd.
Page 41 Fore Spar Detail Tri-knobs Strut Fore Spar Eye Tang Fore Detail Tri-knobs Fore Cable Mount Star-knobs Keel Clamp Fore Cable Bracket Steering Quadrant © Katalyst Marine Ltd.
Page 42 Starboard Rudder Detail Aft Cable Bracket Rudder Lock Horn Gudgeon Steering Cable Rudder Blade Tiller Rudder Pin Tiller Cross Bar © Katalyst Marine Ltd.
Page 43 Starboard Rudder Detail Starboard Hull Push/Pull Bracket Aft Cable Bracket Tiller Starboard Rudder © Katalyst Marine Ltd.