Katalyst Owners Manual V2 A5 E

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Contents

Introduction 21. Safety 3

2. Preparation 53. Location 64. Glossary 75. Set-up 86. Launch 237. Sailing Safely 258. Righting Line and Righting the Katalyst after Capsize 26

9. Sailing 3010. Maintenance 3311. Warranty 3612. Parts Diagram 38

Katalyst Marine Ltd.

June 2009Version 2.12_A5_E


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Katalyst Marine Ltd. 2

Introduction Thank you for the purchase of your Katalyst blokart Edition.

This accessory will give you the opportunity to sail your blokart on

water and thereby enhancing and extending the enjoyment of yourblokart.

Every component of your Katalyst has been designed, manufacturedand tested with utmost care and dedication to ensure your enjoymentand the performance of your sailing craft.

The Katalyst blokart Edition is the very first product in the range whichwill develop around the hulls of the vessel. The Katalyst philosophy isbased around developing a number of accessories which will completelytransform the function of the craft and the way, the place and thesports which the owner wants to play at on the day, or the minute forthat matter. Portability, Ease of Use and Performance are cornerstonesin that foundation.

Before sailing your Katalyst please ensure that you have:

Fully read and understood the user manual;

Paid particular attention to the safety details in Section 1

of this manual.

Please do not hesitate to contact your dealer or the manufacturer withany questions you may have.

To enhance both your enjoyment of your Katalyst and your safety weadvise that you explore your sailing location of choice accompanied bysailors who know the local conditions, particularly if you are new tosailing on water.


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1.SafetyAt all times observe safety precautions to ensure your own safety and

that of others.

Please ensure that you have considered all items discussed in eachsection of this Safety Chapter.

1 .1 Video DVDYour Katalyst was supplied with a DVD which contains video and photofootage of sailing and setting up your Katalyst. Please view these priorto taking your Katalyst out the first time as it will ease and speed upthe process of getting out there in the wind.

1 .2We a t h e r Access at least one weather forecast to get the best possible weatherinformation pertaining to the particular area you intend to go sailing in.Always be aware that weather forecasts are of general intent and candiffer from the particular area you have selected. While out sailingalways keep an eye out for changing weather conditions and takeappropriate action.

1 .3Not i f i ca t i on Notify friends and/or relatives where and when you intend to go sailingand when you intend to return.

1 .4Loca l Know ledge Particularly if you are new to sailing on water and/or you are new tosailing at the location of your choice, we strongly advise you to gosailing with local sailors who can point out the conditions to be awareof. These can include restrictions such as designated areas for specific


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leisure activities but also include dangers that are possibly not instantlyvisible. Particularly tidal currents can be very treacherous. Both waterand wind power are forces to be treated with utmost respect.

1 .5Safe ty Equ ipm en t and Sup p l ies Safety equipment will vary depending on the location you are sailingat, so for the sake of being complete we suggest you consider all of thefollowing items:

Wear a buoyancy vest or life jacket at all times;

Stow an emergency paddle in case the wind tails off and yourewell offshore;

Sailing gloves and wetsuit booties are advised if you plan to beout sailing for a few hours;

Keep a few metres of mooring line handy in case you decide totie up somewhere or need a tow when the wind tails off;

Consider a sealed pocket or bag for your mobile phone. Notehowever, that you may not have coverage in all locations, soconsider other means of attracting attention when in distress,such as a bright jacket or emergency flair;

Particularly in summer and in some countries, throughout theyear; protect yourself from the sun with sun-block, hat or capand sunglasses.

In colder climates and winter consider a wetsuit and also ablokart Pod, which will keep off most of the water splashing upas you get up to speed;

Consider snacks and refreshing drinks if you are planning to go

out on a lengthy sailing trip.

The Katalyst comes equipped with a Righting Line which shouldbe installed and ready for use at any time. In the highlyunlikely event that you manage to capsize your Katalyst therighting line can be used to both right the Katalyst and also toget back on board.

DO NOT WEAR THE blokart SAFETY BELT WHEN SAILINGON THE WATER!!!


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Some of the items and more can be stored in the sealed holds in eachhull but only open them when ashore or moored. Keep items such assnacks and water in a bag which can easily tied behind the blokartseat, keeping it out of the way and easy to reach.

NOTE: Please be aware that the hulls only provide total

buoyancy when closed off.

2.PreparationAll successful sailing excursions will start with good preparation. Bothyour blokart and Katalyst are accompanied by bags for storage and

transport. Always check over all the parts of your sailing craft whenyoure packing it away to identify any damages and replace these asrequired. When in doubt, seek advice from fellow sailors, your dealer orthe manufacturer.

Check weather reports from at least one source and always beprepared for worsening weather conditions in terms of wind, rain and

temperature.

Never sail beyond your ability;Rain can be accompanied by thunder and lightning. Avoid beingon the water with lightning at all times;

Not only does being cold wreck your enjoyment, it also hampersyour physical abilities, so dress warm enough for the time of

year.

Where applicable also check local tide tables and consult local sailors.Many sailors have had the novel experience of sailing at good speedand still moving backwards due to tidal conditions. Avoid beingsurprised by this powerful force of nature.


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3.LocationAlthough technically any combination of water and wind will suffice toprovide an enjoyable location to go sailing in, there are a few points to

keep in mind and to be respectful of. The listed items are notexhaustive and please feel free to send us your additions as they applyto specific conditions and locations which we are not aware of.

Always take the greatest care when launching and also sailing inan area where people may be swimming;

Take care in tidal waters and acquaint yourself with tide tableson the day. Getting advice from local sailors is invaluable;

Local sailors can also provide you with invaluable informationregarding changing wind conditions and submerged or semi-

submerged obstacles, which are capable of ruining your day out,and in the worst case damaging your Katalyst;

Overhead power lines, bridges and other overhead structuremust be avoided unless you are 100% certain that they are high

enough for you to pass under with enough clearance;Confined areas such as harbours may have specific rules thatyou must be aware of. Acquaint yourself with them before you

go out sailing in such locations;

Some locations may have specific seasonal rules to be aware of;

Many waters are used for fisheries and/or other aquaticbusiness. Upsetting business activity and even upsetting

recreational fishing people can lead to friction and eventually aban for all sailors. Make yourself familiar with local aquaticactivities and treat them with respect;

Many good sailing locations have regular sailing races. Stayclear of the area that their course can possibly take up.


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4.GlossaryPort The left side of the vessel (when facing forward).Starboard The right side of the vessel.Aft Rearward and inboard.Fore Forward.Aft Spar The rear aluminium bar which connects the two

hulls and which has two tri-knob-boltsapproximately 45 centimetres from each end.

Bow The front of the vessel.Stern The rear part of a sailing vessel, outboard.Fore Spar The front aluminium bar which connects the twohulls and which has one tri-knob bolt in the

centre. This bolt secures the keel clamp.Hull The fibreglass pontoon, which provides buoyancy.

The starboard and port hulls are technicallyidentical. However, the hull with the steeringcable attached to it is the starboard hull.

Rudder The blade used for steering the vessel.Gudgeon The part that connects the rudder blade to the

hull and tiller. In the case of the Katalyst it alsohouses the mechanism that controls the rudderaspect. This is either up or kicked up for on landor approaching the shore or down for when

sailing.Steering Cable The cable which connects the steering quadrant

and the steering handle bar to the rudders.Steering Quadrant The bracket which connects the steering handle

bar to the steering cable. This replaces the blokartfront fork.Complete Tiller This consists of the two tiller shafts, the tiller

cross bar and the flexible connectors betweenthem.

Sheet The rope or line that is connected to the outer endof the boom to control the angle of the sail andthereby, the speed of the vessel.

Windward The direction from which the wind is blowing.Leeward Opposite to windward, the direction to which thewind is blowing.


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5.Set-upYour Katalyst consists of the following components:

Two hulls;

Two spar bags with one fore and one aft spar;Two fore struts (packed in one of the spar bags);

One rudder bag with two complete rudders;

One complete tiller set (packed in one of the spar bags);

One righting line.

As you go through the steps below to set up your blokart andKatalyst, carry out a quick check on the condition of your craft.

If any component needs maintenance or replacement then carrythat out before leaving the shore.

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1. Set up your blokartas per instructionswithout the rearwheels, axles,steering handlebar,mast and sail.

2. Buckle up theblokart safety beltbehind the blokartseat to prevent itfrom hanging in thewater later.

NOTE: NEVER usethe blokart safety

belt when sailingon the water.



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3. Loosen the quick release clamp on the fork collar. Remove thefork collar and R-Clip from the fork and slide out the front forkand wheel. Store the blokart bag and wheels.

4. Find a relatively flat surface near to the location where youintend to launch. Place the two hulls side by side, about two

metres apart. Point them into the wind if youre at the watersedge where you intend to launch your Katalyst. When facingforward, the starboard hull has the steering cable mounted andshould be on the right.

5. Pull the two cordloops, connected tothe spring loadedbarrel bolts,

towards oneanother and lift upthe hatch cover toopen the hatch.Remove the sparbags and rudderbag and any otheritems from the hull.Do this for both

hulls.

6. Remove the aftspar, two axlebrackets, two axle

plugs and completetiller from the sparbag. Position bothaxle brackets over

the protruding tri-knob bolts, about45cm from each

end, and tightenthem firmly. Theupright edge ofeach clamp shouldface outward. Lay

the aft spar axleplugs and complete



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tiller at the rearend of the hulls.

7. Remove the forespar, keel clampand two fore struts

from the remainingspar bag. Lay thespar, keel clamp

and struts in frontof the hulls.

8. Hold up thestarboard hull

between your legsand lay the rearspar into the rearmounting slot inthe hull. Hold thehull at a slight

angle and ensurethat the spar isflush with themounting slot whilethe other end ofthe spar rests onthe ground.

Register the tri-knobs and securethem firmly.


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9. Move to the frontof the hull. Lay thefore spar into themounting slots withthe sliding blockand two small star-knobs closest tothe starboard hull.Secure the forespar firmly with theouter tri-knob. Donot yet tighten theinner tri-knob thatholds the eye tang

in place.

10. Move to the left-hand end of the aft spar. Pick it up and movethe port (or left) hull into position so that the end of the sparsslot into the mounting slots of the hull. Register the tri-knobsand fasten them firmly. Move to the fore spar and secure itfirmly with the outer tri-knob. Do not yet tighten the inner tri-knob.

11. Place your blokarton top of the sparsand align the axle

tube with the axlebrackets on the aftspar.



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12. Fit an axle plugthrough the ring onthe axle bracketsand into the axletube of the blokart.Do this on bothsides. Ensure thatthe spring clipbutton correctlylocks the plug intoplace.

13. Slide the keelclamp over thekeel. Position the

clamp over the tri-knob bolt in thecentre of the forespar and tightenfirmly from below.

14. Remove the tri-knobs holding the blokart struts to the mastbase.



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15. Place the tangs ofthe fore struts ontothe stud andreplace the tri-knobs, only looselytightened.

The very first timeyou set up your

Katalyst you mayneed to adjust thelength of your forestruts. Loosen thenuts as shownhere.

NOTE: Ensurethat the Katalystis on a flat

surface whenadjusting thelength of thestruts.

16. Rotate the eyetangs so that theyline up with thefore struts andloosely tighten thetri-knobs. Adjustthe length of thestruts by turningthem up or down

the tang bolt ifrequired.

Attach the forestruts to the eye-tangs on the forespar with thetoggle pins asshown.



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17. Tighten the Nylocknuts at the top ofthe struts, if theywere loosened toadjust the strutlength.

Now tighten the tri-knobs which

connect the strutsto the spar andhulls.

Finally tighten thetri-knobs on themast base andsecure the safetyclip in one of thesmall holes in the

tri-knob.

18. Loosen the line which ties the quadrant bag to the front carryhandle on the starboard hull. Remove the front cable bracket,cable end and steering quadrant from the quadrant bag.

19. Fit the steeringquadrant, insertthe retaining pinand R-clip andreplace the quick

release clamp.Insert the steeringhandle bar throughthe mast base and

into the steeringquadrant. Tightenthe quick releaseclamp on thesteering quadrant.Adjust the tensionof the quick releaseclamp and lock the

collar firmly aroundthe keel-end.



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20. Loosen the twostar-knobs locatedbesides the keelclamp on the forespar. Pass thecable and bracketunder the forespar, locate thesteering bracket,replace the star-knobs but do nottighten them yet.

21. Attach the quickrelease ball joint atthe end of thesteering cable tothe steeringquadrant.



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22. Withdraw therudder pin on thestarboard rudder.Align the rudderassembly on therudder stock on thestarboard hull andre-insert the rudderpin. Move therudder from side toside to ensure thatit is operatingfreely. Connect thesteering quick

release ball joint atthe end of thesteering cable tothe steering crankon the starboardgudgeon.

Take care when the rudder blade is connected to the hull and

on the ground. Avoid any movement of the hulls or if you doneed to move them then lift the Katalyst and rudder clear offthe ground.

23. Now centre therudder so that it ispointing straightaft. Go to the forespar and check that

the steeringhandlebar is in thestraight forwardposition.



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24. The alignment canbe adjusted bysliding the bracketto either side in thegroove of the forespar. Tighten thestar-knobs on thesteering bracketfirmly when thesteering is aligned.

25. Alignmentadjustments canalso be made byloosening the locknuts at one or bothends of the

steering cable androtating the quick

release connectorto lengthen orshorten the cable.Verify that the locknuts are firmly

tightened to avoidloosing the quickrelease connectors.They are a

specialized partand rather costly toreplace.

26. Withdraw the rudder pin on the port rudder. Align the rudderassembly on the rudder stock on the port hull and re-insert therudder pin. Move the rudder from side to side to verify that it isoperating freely.



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27. Now connect thetwo rudders withthe tiller assembly.Slide each end intoeach rudder untilthe spring buttonlocks into place.

28. Loop the pull-upcord over the horn.Pull the red parralbead until therudder blades arelifted horizontally

and lock the redbead over the horn

on the tiller stock.Repeat this for bothrudders.



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29. Loop the rightingline over the top ofthe mast base ortie it to the lowerpart and stow itwhere it is easilyaccessible in thehighly unlikely caseof capsize. (Seealso the chapter:

Righting Line andRighting theKatalyst afterCapsize regarding

the righting line.)

30. If you have a beachtrolley and have setit up as describedin the instructions,then take eitherarm, (they areidentical) lift the aft

of either hull by thehandle on the deckand insert thetrolley arm into theside of the aft spar.Repeat this at theother side.



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31. The trolley wheelcan be placedforward andbackward. Thebackward positiongives the transoma greater clearanceand may beconsidered if youplan to move theunit over a steep orbumpy terrain. Ifyou plan to movethe unit over a flat

surface then theforward position isthe better option.Either way, withthe arms in theforward positionand thereby thewheels closer to

the centre of the

boat, the unit willfeel much lighter totransport.

NOTE: This beachtrolley is NOTintended to beused as a vehiclefor tow ing the

Katalyst behind amotorizedvehicle.

32. In case you need to travel over a larger distance with yourKatalyst and beach trolley, you may consider the installation ofthe rudder and tiller assembly after you have reached thelaunch location.



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33. Stow bags and other goods before you take your Katalyst to theplace where you intend to launch the craft. Bags and goods canbe stowed in the hulls.

Pull the two cord loops towards one another and firmly pressthe hatch down on the hull to close the hatch. Release both

cord loops and verify that both barrel bolts are completelylocked into position, to provide total buoyancy. Do this for bothhulls.

NOTE: Do NOT stow any goods in the hulls w hich youmay need or want when out on the water. The hatchesshould NOT be opened whilst sailing.

NOTE: Stow electronics and other sensitive equipment insuitable watertight bags or containers. Depending on

water and air temperature, some w ater may collect in thebottom of the hulls due to condensation.

NOTE: Verify that the hatches are securely locked intoplace w ith the spring loaded barrel bolts after you haveclosed them.

34. Do not yet set up the mast and sail. This will be covered in thefollowing chapter: Launch.

The above setup is a general guideline and covers mostimportant parts but is by no means exclusive or singular. Asyou get to know your craft and your particular sailing locations

you may find different orders of setup may apply or find othersections over-complete.

Moreover, the pack-down of your Katalyst will generally be areverse order of the Setup, but we can agree now that you willfind the best way that suits you better and just fine.

Regardless, were always keen to get your feedback on locationspecifics or detail specifics that may be worthwhile to be listedfor specific but substantial sailing communities.


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6.LaunchBefore you launch your Katalyst, prepare yourself for the

launch.1. Check the weather forecast and tide charts, if youre sailing in

tidal waters.

2. Wear appropriate clothes for the conditions and time of year.3. Always wear a lifejacket.4. Make friends and/or family aware of your sailing plans.5. Seek local advice if you intend to sail in a new area.

Now you are ready and you have set up your Katalyst, includingyour blokart chassis and have taken it down to the waters edge,get ready to prepare your craft for launch.

1. Point your Katalyst into the wind.2. Set up your mast and sail.3. Thread the sheet and downhaul but apply no pressure on the

sheet and sail. Do not cleat the sheet if you have if you have acleat installed.

4. Wheel your Katalyst into the water if you have a beach trolley.Alternatively slide or carry your Katalyst into the water, if youhave assistance. Take note to keep the bow pointing into thewind and your rudders in the horizontal, lifted or kicked upposition.

5. If you are in enough water to float the Katalyst and have abeach trolley, then loosen the bungee which locks the trolleyarm and slide the arm out of the aft spar. Do this on both sides.You can either leave the beach trolley on shore or stow it in thehulls. Ensure that the hatches are securely replaced and lockedinto position.

6. Carry out a final check to ensure that your vessel is in sailingorder and your hatches are closed.

7. Insert the pulley whip.


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8. If you are in enough water to lower the rudder blades then doso by releasing the red parral bead and pulling on the greenparral bead. When fully lowered lock the green parral bead intoposition on the horn. Do this on both rudders.

9. If you have someone helping you, then ask them to hold thevessel while you climb up onto the hull and get into the blokartseat. Ensure that you have a clear path to leave the shorewithout any other boats, people or other obstacles in yourintended path. Check the wind direction, take hold of the sheetand handle bar and ask your assistant to push you off in yourintended direction. Trim the sheet and/or adjust the steering to

gather speed and enjoy your trip.

NOTE: Do NOT use your blokart safety belt.

10. If you do not have an assistant then ensure that you have aclear path to leave the shore without any other boats, people orother obstacles in your intended path. Check the wind directionand push off your Katalyst in your intended direction. Climb uponto the hull and get into the blokart seat. Take hold of thesheet and handle bar and trim the sheet and/or adjust thesteering to gather speed and enjoy your trip.

NOTE: Do NOT use your blokart safety belt.

11. In either case of previous two sections, you can also use therighting line to board your Katalyst. Hang the handle over theside of the hull, insert your foot into the handle and step ontothe hull. Re-stow the righting line once you are on board.

If it is your first outing then it is advisable to ask an assistant tohelp you get underway. While they hold the craft you can getinto the blokart and take all the time to prepare yourself. Theycan also push you off to instantly give you some speed and the

ability to steer the craft.

NOTE: A stationary vessel can not be steered.

In general, if the sailing location and the wind direction allow it,then the easiest manner to get underway is to be on thewindward side of your sailing craft with the wind coming fromstraight behind you. This allows you to board the vessel withouthaving the sail and boom in your way and also instantly get youon your way as soon as you put the slightest pressure on your

sheet.


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7.Sailing SafelyWater and wind are wonderful for both recreational and alsocompetitive sailing. They are also however, elements of nature which

can turn lethal in the blink of an eye. Every year people get into

perilous situations which could have been avoided. Avoid makingyourself and/or your fellow sailors part of that sad statistic.

Conform to the general and local road code;

Know the weather and tidal forecasts and lookout for changingconditions which may not have been accurately forecast;

Always wear a lifejacket;

Dress appropriate for the forecast conditions;Never sail beyond your ability;

Never send out a novice sailor on your craft without thoroughinstructions in the hope that theyll pick it up on the way. If atall possible accompany them in another water craft.


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8.Righting Line and Righting theKatalyst after Capsize

Capsizing the Katalyst blokart Edition has proven to be verydifficult. The blokart mast is soft enough to cushion gusts andthereby prevents flipping over in any gust on land. On water themast behaves identically which makes the Katalyst blokartEdition a very stable sailing craft.

In the highlyunlikely event thatthe Katalyst does

capsize, due to anextremely stronggust or due to anunexpected wavewhen sailing in thesurf, your Katalystis supplied with aKatalystRighting Line. Ithas two loops at

both ends and afoam rubberhandle in themiddle.



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One of the loopsmust be put overthe mast base ofthe blokart beforesetting up themast and sail.Alternatively theloop can be tiedaround a lowersection of themast base.

The Righting Linecan be stowed inthe pouch whichaccompanies it.The pouch hasVelcro tabs that

can be used to tieit around the knot

at the looped endfor tidy stowing.

Always keep the following in mind:

It must be easy to access in the unlikely event ofcapsize;

It must be kept out of the way to avoid entanglementwhile sailing, but also kept out of the water to avoidunwanted drag.



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Righting Procedure

Carry out this procedure as soon as possible after capsize:

1. Manoeuvre yourself out of the blokart seat;2. Remove the Pulley Whip from the blokart seat;3. Particularly in stronger wind conditions it is advised to point the

bow into wind before righting the vessel;

4. Free the Righting Line and throw the loose loop and foamrubber handle over top hull from the side where the blokart is;

5. Swim around either end of the Katalyst to get under the top hullwhich is lifted clear out of the water;

6. Grab the loop and place your feet against the lower hull;7. Pull the Righting Line with both hands and as soon as possible

grab the foam rubber handle;

8. Anticipate the course of the descending top hull as the Katalystis righting and stay clear of it;9. When the Katalyst is once again upright, insert one of your feet

into the foam rubber handle and step back onto the hull andback into your blokart;

10. Re-stow the Righting Line, re-insert the Pulley Whip and sailaway.

As with all procedures, they come off in unexpected conditionsfar better when they have been practised or exercised undercalm and/or controlled conditions. So shortly after youve takenyoure Katalyst blokart Edition out sailing for the first time, take5 or 10 minutes and practise the above righting procedure.

It will make you feel far more comfortable when you go out instronger wind conditions with confidence of instantly being able

to right your Katalyst in the unlikely event of capsize. Apartfrom that it gives you an opportunity to get to know a bit more

about your Katalyst and, as a matter of fact, its actually fun to


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do.

All sailing boats will invert, go turtle or turn upside down if leftcapsized long enough. A capsized vessel is far easier to rightthan an inverted one. Furthermore, your mast and sail could be

damaged, depending on the depth of the water and the natureof the surface underwater. So acting swiftly is of the essence inrighting your Katalyst. In this regard, some practise will achieveexactly the speed required. And finally, we have a float intesting which will soon be available as an accessory. It can beattached to the top of the mast and sail and completely prevent

inversion.

Manual Capsizing

If your weight is below 60 or 65kg you may need some

assistance to capsize your Katalyst manually. Here is what youneed to do:

1. Sail to an area clear of other craft, people and obstacles such asa jetty;

2. Get out of the blokart and step onto either hull;3. Preferably wear shoes with good grip on the slippery deck;4. Place your feet firmly on the tread pad;5. Place both hands on the mast and take hold of it firmly;6. Move your body weight over the outer side of the hull and pull

on the mast until your Katalyst capsizes.


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9.SailingThis manual should never be viewed as, and is not intended to be, aguide to learn how to sail. This chapter contains some details about

characteristic behaviour of a catamaran and of the Katalyst inparticular.

Ensure that you have read the blokart manual and understand those

sections that discuss sailing in particular.

Catamarans have some very distinctive features which set them apartfrom monohulls:

A single hull of a catamaran and its construction can besimplified significantly compared to a monohull. No cockpit and

supporting inner structures. In essence it is a pontoon or floatwith a rudder. The net effect of this lies in weight saving, andlighter is generally faster. This is immediately apparent with theKatalyst blokart Edition. The maximum sail on a blokart is5.5m2. That is typically regarded as a very small sail on a watercraft of similar size. However, because of the weight advantagethe Katalyst performs surprisingly well, regardless of its smallsail;

The two hulls are placed apart, making the craft wider than thatof comparable size monohull, which in turn simply creates a

more stable platform. In performance catamarans thisimmediately calls for more sail. And more sail is faster. Thestability of the Katalyst blokart Edition is probably one of themost striking characteristics of the vessel. Besides the set-aparthulls which play a role in that, the mast also controls a largeportion of the stability. Although the mast performs very well in

stable winds it will automatically spill a large gust whichachieves the exceptional stability of the Katalyst;

A natural result of having two hulls is the fact that each of thesehulls is a sleek affair. Because these sleek hulls easily dive theygive catamarans the tendency to roll or pitch-poll. Two designelements have largely overcome this tendency in the Katalyst:


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The wider than traditionally designed bow gives theKatalyst more buoyancy in the front whichimmediately counteracts the diving hull;

Contrary to most fibreglass hulls that have a finishingedge around the entire deck, where the deck and hull

are glued together, the Katalyst is smooth. When ahull with this type of edge dives, the edge willoperate like wings and basically steer the hull furtherdown. Some catamarans have an upward curve intheir bows to counteract this.

The fact that the hulls are separated and also the width of the

catamaran has a detrimental effect on rudder response. Whenfirst sailing your Katalyst in light air, it is advised to start with

your first turns using a gybe. When you have gathered someexperience with the general steering behaviour of your craft youcan attempt a tack. Getting the tack right in a catamaran in lowwind conditions is simply a matter of some practise to get theright balance between your speed and how hard you turn. Onceyou have come about, temporarily bear off a little more thannecessary to regain your speed before heading up;

The hulls of a catamaran, and also to some extent the rudders,behave as the centreboard in a monohull which prevent lateraldrift of the vessel. Without this protrusion the Katalyst iscapable of sailing in far more shallow water and also right up tothe beach. That has partly been behind their success in beachresorts. Conversely, however, the lack of the centreboard on theKatalyst prevents it from sailing very close to the wind;

To further improve the ability of the Katalyst to sail in shallowwaters, a beach rudder is available. The beach rudder is widerthan but not as long as the standard rudder.

Sailing in strong wind can bring about tremendous forces as gusts

come through and wave motion occasionally thrust the sail in theopposite direction. Fibreglass is ideally suited to cope with these forcesbut it has its limits. One sure method to exceed that limit is with a badgybing technique.

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

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sail will cross the centre of the Katalyst. The correct manner to controlthe sail is to pull the sheet in all the way up to the moment when thewind crosses the stern. At that moment you start easing off the sheetin a controlled fashion. Throughout the whole manoeuvre you shouldfeel pressure on the sheet.

A bad gybe occurs when the sail comes across the stern without anycontrol via the sheet. In the worst case the sail will come about up to180 degrees and do so with a solid dose of violence. A real bad gybe incombination with a severe gust of wind is capable of tearing a sailand/or snapping a mast. Although this is quite unlikely, frequent badgybes 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.


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10. MaintenanceWhenever setting up or packing down your Katalyst and blokart goover all the parts and check for wear and tear. Replace or repair any

damage before setting out onto the water.

Due to difference in water and air temperatures, condensation mayform and collect in the bottom of the hulls. A small bailer can be usedbut we recommend a sponge to remove any water after youvereturned to shore.

Water, sand, rocks, stones and UV are all elements you typically come

into contact with when out sailing and most of them are quite abrasive.Particularly after sailing in the sea, it is strongly recommended to rinse

you equipment to remove any salt residue and sand and reduce therequirement for maintenance and possible associated costs.

Your Katalyst and blokart is largely made up of the following materialsand parts. Beside each youll find some notes on maintenance.

Stainless Steel Starting corrosion on stainless steel can easilybe brushed off with a brass wire brush.

Fibreglass Light scratches and marks can be polished outof the Gelcoat, which is the top, coloured layerof the hulls;

Gelcoat damage can very easily be repaired,but the most important thing here is to cleanthe area very well to prevent the repair from

falling out;More serious damage and cracks resultingfrom a collision of sorts can be repaired withfibreglass and Gelcoat. Some professionaladvice on your repair is a good starting point ifyou are new to the world of fibreglass repairs;

Although wax makes the hulls of the Katalystlook really great, some wax products release

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NOTE: Fibreglass, Resin, Gelcoat and Catalystare all materials that are irritants, which shouldbe handled w ith a good deal of respect. Alwayswear protective gear such as glasses, respiratorfilters and gloves and read the instructions andwarnings on the individual products.

Aluminium The spars, beach trolley and roof rack are allmade of aluminium and are either anodised orpowdercoated. Specialised suppliers havetouch-up aerosols available for each.

Dacron No parts should be stored wet, but the sail in

particular should be dry before being stowed.Water, mould and fungi will leave marks and

deteriorate the performance of your sail.Leaving the battens under tension and orstoring your sail in a very hot place will alterthe shape of your sail and also have adverseeffect on your sails performance.

Moving Parts Various sprays are available for lubrication andprotection. Speak to sailors who sail in similar

situations and get their advice on what worksbest. For example, Silicon Spray may workwell for some parts in an aquatic environmentbut if you next decide to take your blokartsailing in a dusty location, the spray will actlike glue for dust.

Pulley Whip A pulley whip can often be repaired and reused a fewtimes before needing to be replaced. To do this:

Remove the spring button from inside of the

small broken section if it did not come outwhen the pulley whip broke;Cut off the rough end of the broken pulleywhip with a hacksaw and file the rough edgessmooth to prevent injury. If you find cracksrunning in the length of the pulley whip shaftthen cut it off at the point where the longest

crack ends;

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bottom of the pulley whip;Drill a 9.5mm hole and file the rough edges ofthe hole smooth to prevent injury and to makeit easier to remove the pulley whip after use;Insert the spring button inside the repairedpulley whip ensuring it locates in the

alignment hole you have just drilled.


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11. WarrantyAny damage caused as a result of an accident, flipping, or unsuitabletransport methods and means is not covered under the Katalyst

warranty.

Failure to sail within recommended wind strengths can result indamage which is not covered under the Katalyst warranty. Forrecommended sail sizes see the sail chart (inside front cover).N.B. Exceeding recommendations can cause property damage, seriousinjury or even death.

Failing to gybe correctly can result in product damage including thepulley whip breaking, sail tearing and/or broken downhaul components.

This is not covered under the Katalyst warranty. Gybing technique isdiscussed in the Sailing section.

To repair a damaged pulley whip see the Maintenance section.

Using non-official Katalyst spares or carrying out your own repairs willinvalidate the Katalyst warranty.Record your Katalyst details here for future reference.

Hull Identification Number (HIN): NZ-APDK___________

Date Purchased: __________________

Purchased from: __________________________________________

The Hull Identification Number is located on the CE Decal which isattached on each transom of your Katalyst. The HIN is a uniqueidentifier for each water craft in the world an as such should not beremoved. For property protection purposes, the manufacturer alsoplaces the HIN on the vessel on a non-disclosed location. Its locationwill only be made available to law enforcement agencies in case of theft

or fraud. Katalyst Marine, as all vessel manufacturers, holds records ofproduced units, immediate distributors and country of destination. Takea few seconds to record your HIN. It may only take a few seconds but


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may prove the undeniable link between you and your property in caseof theft or fraud.

The HIN contains the following information:

NZ-: New Zealand Registered Manufacturer;

APD: Katalyst Marine Unique Manufacturer Identifierin New Zealand;

K####: K followed by 4 digits (serial number);A-L: A through to L designating the build month

(A=Jan., B=Feb. .. L=Dec.);0-9: Single digit designating the build year;00-99: Two digits designating the model year.


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12. Parts DiagramThe parts diagrams that can be found on the following pages are scaled

and in various areas simplified. Therefore parts may look slightlydifferent from those attached to your Katalyst blokart Edition.

Katalyst Marine reserves the right to update parts as supply-linechanges occur or a part is superseded by an enhanced version.

The latest version of the manual can be found in PDF format on ourwebsite at www.katalystmarine.com. There you can also find an

interactive HTML based version which provides more detailed imagesand links to other sources.

Getting to know the parts of your Katalyst will also immediately identifyyou as an interested owner and sailor and make communication a lotmore fluent.

Through the ages, in emergency situations at sea, talking-the-talkhas saved many from calamity.

Hulls Spars Steering1 Port Hull 9 Aft Spar 21 Port Rudder2 Starboard Hull 10 Fore Spar 22 Starboard Rudder

3 Tread Pad 11 Aft Cable Bracket 23 Gudgeon4 Tri-knobs 12 Axle Bracket 24 Rudder Blade5 Handle 13 Axle Plugs 25 Push/Pull Bracket6 Hatch 14 Star-knobs 26 Rudder Pin7 Barrel Bolt 15 Strut 27 Rudder Lock Horn8 CE Decal 16 Tang 28 Pull Up Cord

17 Eye Tang 29 Steering Cable18 Fore Cable Bracket 30 Steering Quadrant19 Fore Cable Mount 31 Tiller20 Keel Clamp 32 Tiller Cross Bar
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Overview

Hulls

1 Port Hull 12 Axle Bracket

2 Starboard Hull 13 Axle Plugs3 Tread Pad 14 Star-knobs

4 Tri-knobs 15 Strut

5 Handle 16 Tang

6 Hatch 17 Eye Tang

7 Barrel Bolt 18 Fore Cable Bracket

8 CE Decal 19 Fore Cable Mount

20 Keel Clamp

Spars9 Aft Spar Steering

10 Fore Spar 21 Port Rudder

11 Aft Cable Bracket 22 Starboard Rudder



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Transom Detail

8 CE Decal

Aft Spar Detail

4 Tri-knobs 12 Axle Bracket

9 Aft Spar 13 Axle Plugs



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Fore Spar Detail

4 Tri-knobs 15 Strut

10 Fore Spar 17 Eye Tang

Fore Detail

4 Tri-knobs 19 Fore Cable Mount

14 Star-knobs 20 Keel Clamp

18 Fore Cable Bracket 30 Steering Quadrant



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Starboard Rudder Detail

11 Aft Cable Bracket 27 Rudder Lock Horn

23 Gudgeon 29 Steering Cable

24 Rudder Blade 31 Tiller26 Rudder Pin 32 Tiller Cross Bar



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Starboard Rudder Detail

2 Starboard Hull 25 Push/Pull Bracket

11 Aft Cable Bracket 31 Tiller

22 Starboard Rudder

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