Capricorn F18 Owner’s Manual v1.2
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Australian High Performance Catamarans Pty. Ltd. – 50 Craig Street – Bendigo – 3550 Australia
Phone: +61 3 544369910 – Fax: +61 3 54412963 – email: ahpc@ahpc.com.au – website: wwww.ahpc.com.au
1. Introduction
Congratulations with your new Capricorn F18. We were delighted creating the Capricorn F18. It
has exceeded all our expectations; and when we see people's reactions after their first sail we
know, they too, are delighted with it.
Greg Goodall
Managing Director
Australian High Performance Catamarans Pty. Ltd.
1.1. About this owner’s manual
This manual has been compiled to help you operate your Capricorn F18 catamaran with safety and
pleasure. It contains details of the boat and equipment fitted. Please read it carefully and
familiarize yourself with the boat before using it.
Please ensure that you are able to handle the catamaran in the anticipated wind and sea
conditions before venturing out. This craft has been classified (in Australia) as a category C vessel,
meaning a boat designed to operate in winds up to force 6 on the Beaufort scale and associated
wave heights.
This owner’s manual is not a course on boating safety or seamanship. If this is your first beach
catamaran, or if your unfamiliar with it, please ensure you obtain handling experience before
“assuming command” of the boat. Your dealer, National Sailing Federation or Yacht Club will be
pleased to advice you of local sailing schools, or competent instructors.
This owner’s manual is not a detailed maintenance or trouble shooting guide. In case of difficulties,
always refer to APHC or its proper representative.
Always use trained and competent people for maintenance, fixing and modifications of your
Capricorn F18. APHC cannot be held responsible for modifications they have not approved.
Note also that any change in the disposition of masses aboard may significantly affect the stability,
trim and performance of your boat
Users of the boat are advised that:
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All crew should receive suitable training.
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The boat should not carry more than the manufacturer’s recommended load.
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Stability is reduced by any weight added high up.
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Hatches must be sealed before leaving the shore
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Breaking wave are a serious stability hazard
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Buoyancy aids are recommended to wear at all times by all crew for their own safety.
In some countries, a driving licence or authorisation may be required, or specific regulations might
apply. Please familiarize yourself with these.
Always maintain your boat properly and make allowance for the deterioration that will occur in time
and as a result of heavy use or misuse of the boat.
