1988 Catalina 30 Owners Manual

The 1988 Catalina 30 is a popular 30-foot sailboat known for its excellent cruising capabilities, comfortable interior layout, and reliable performance. This comprehensive owners manual covers all aspects of operating, maintaining, and troubleshooting your Catalina 30 sailboat. Below are key sections for safety, specifications, systems operation, maintenance procedures, and technical information.

1. Boat Specifications 2. Safety Equipment & Procedures 3. Hull & Deck Systems 4. Rigging & Sails 5. Engine & Mechanical Systems 6. Electrical Systems 7. Plumbing & Water Systems 8. Interior Layout & Features 9. Maintenance Schedule 10. Troubleshooting Guide 11. Technical Drawings

Boat Specifications

Complete technical specifications for the 1988 Catalina 30 sailboat.

Specification	Details
Length Overall	29' 11"
Waterline Length	25' 0"
Beam	10' 10"
Draft (Standard)	5' 3"
Draft (Wing Keel)	4' 0"
Displacement	10,200 lbs
Ballast	4,000 lbs
Sail Area	446 sq ft
Headroom	6' 3"
Fuel Capacity	18 gallons
Water Capacity	40 gallons
Holding Tank	20 gallons

Safety Equipment & Procedures

Essential safety information and recommended equipment for safe sailing.

Required Safety Gear: PFDs, throwable device, fire extinguishers, visual distress signals.
Man Overboard Procedures: Immediate "Man Overboard" call, throw flotation, maintain visual contact.
Emergency Steering: Location and operation of emergency tiller.
Abandon Ship Procedures: EPIRB activation, life raft deployment, grab bag contents.
Weather Awareness: Monitoring weather forecasts, recognizing changing conditions.

WARNING! Always wear PFDs in rough conditions. Conduct regular safety drills with crew.

Hull & Deck Systems

Detailed information about hull construction and deck hardware.

Hull Construction: Hand-laid fiberglass with balsa core above waterline.
Deck Hardware: Lewmar winches, Schaefer blocks, stainless steel fittings.
Through-Hull Fittings: Location and operation of all through-hull valves.
Windows & Ports: Opening ports and fixed windows maintenance.
Deck Nonskid: Molded diamond pattern nonskid surfaces.

CAUTION! Regularly inspect through-hull fittings for corrosion or leaks.

Rigging & Sails

Complete guide to standing and running rigging, sail handling, and maintenance.

Standing Rigging: 1x19 stainless steel wire, turnbuckle adjustment procedures.
Running Rigging: Line sizes and recommended replacement schedule.
Mast Stepping: Proper mast raising/lowering procedures.
Sail Handling: Main and genoa reefing systems, furling operation.
Tuning: Basic rig tuning for optimal performance.

Tip: Lubricate turnbuckles annually with Lanocote or similar marine lubricant.

Engine & Mechanical Systems

Universal Atomic 4 gasoline engine operation and maintenance.

Component	Specification
Engine Model	Universal Atomic 4
Horsepower	30 HP
Fuel Type	Regular Unleaded Gasoline
Cooling System	Fresh Water with Heat Exchanger
Transmission	Hurth 2:1 Reduction Gear
Propeller	Two-blade fixed 12x8
Oil Capacity	4 quarts
Oil Type	SAE 30 Marine Grade

WARNING! Gasoline vapors are explosive. Run blower for 4 minutes before starting engine.

Electrical Systems

12V DC and optional 110V AC electrical systems operation and maintenance.

Battery System: Two group 27 deep cycle batteries, selector switch operation.
Charging: Alternator output, shore power charger operation.
Circuit Breakers: Location and amperage ratings of all circuits.
Navigation Lights: Bulb types and replacement procedures.
Instruments: Standard instrument package and wiring diagrams.

CAUTION! Always turn off battery switch when working on electrical systems.

Plumbing & Water Systems

Fresh water, head, and holding tank systems operation and maintenance.

Water Pressure System: Shurflo pump operation and maintenance.
Manual Pump: Galley foot pump backup system.
Head System: Raritan PHII manual head operation.
Holding Tank: Pump-out procedures and Y-valve operation.
Shower Sump: Automatic bilge pump operation for shower drainage.

Interior Layout & Features

Detailed description of interior accommodations and systems.

Main Salon: Convertible dinette, settee berths, storage lockers.
Galley: Two-burner alcohol stove, icebox, sink with pressure water.
Navigation Station: Chart table, electrical panel location.
Forward Cabin: V-berth with filler cushion, storage compartments.
Aft Cabin: Quarter berth with access to steering system.
Head Compartment: Marine head, sink, shower with sump pump.

Maintenance Schedule

Recommended maintenance intervals for all boat systems.

System	Monthly	Annual	Every 3 Years
Hull & Deck	Clean/wax	Bottom paint	Through-hull inspection
Rigging	Visual inspection	Tuning check	Professional inspection
Engine	Oil check	Oil change, impeller	Exhaust system
Electrical	Battery water	Terminal cleaning	Wire inspection
Plumbing	Pump operation	Hose inspection	Through-hull service

Troubleshooting Guide

Common problems and solutions for Catalina 30 systems.

Problem	Possible Cause	Solution
Engine won't start	Dead battery, bad fuel	Check battery voltage, inspect fuel system
Bilge pump not working	Float switch, wiring	Test switch, check connections
Head won't flush	Blockage, joker valve	Clear blockage, replace joker valve
Water pressure low	Pump, accumulator	Check pump pressure, accumulator charge
Steering stiff	Cable, quadrant	Lubricate cable, inspect quadrant

Emergency Contact: Catalina Yachts Customer Service: (818) 884-7700

Technical Drawings

Reference drawings and diagrams for boat systems and components.

Hull Lines Drawing
Deck Layout Diagram
Rigging Plan
Electrical Schematic
Plumbing System Diagram
Interior Layout Drawing

Note: Full-size drawings available from Catalina Yachts or authorized dealers.