World Cat 230DC 2022 User manual

2022World Cat 230DC Owner’s Manual
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Dear World Cat Owner:
Thank you for being our customer. Welcome aboard!
We wish to take this opportunity to sincerely thank you for pung your trust in our boat building team and becoming
the newest member of the World Cat Family.
The following manual is designed to ensure you enjoy your new World Cat for many years to come. We have made
every eort to ensure you and your family are safe, enjoy the unique features of a World Cat, and connue to love the
World Cat ride that no other boat company can oer.
If you should ever need assistance with the care, maintenance, or operaon of your boat, then please visit our website
at WorldCat.com to nd contact informaon for your nearest Factory Authorized Dealer.
Once again, thank you for becoming a part of our family.
1090 West Saint James St.,Tarboro, North Carolina 27886
ANNA BOSLER
Customer Care Representave
Best Regards,
ANDREW BROWN
President
Best Regards,

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Chapter1: CustomerInformaon ........................................................................................................................................... 5
1.1 Owner’s Porolio .....................................................................................................................................................5
1.2 Warranty Informaon .............................................................................................................................................5
1.3 Dealer Responsibilies ...........................................................................................................................................5
1.4 Owner’s Responsibilies ........................................................................................................................................6
1.5 Manual Legend .........................................................................................................................................................6
Chapter2: BoatInformaon ................................................................................................................................................... 7
Chapter3: BoatSpecicaons................................................................................................................................................ 8
3.1 230DC Standard Boat Specs..................................................................................................................................8
3.2 230DC Standard and Oponal Features.............................................................................................................9
Chapter4: SafetyandRegulaons.......................................................................................................................................10
4.1 Operator Responsibilies..................................................................................................................................... 10
4.2 Registraon............................................................................................................................................................. 10
4.3 Coast Guard Required Safety Equipment......................................................................................................... 10
4.4 Recommended Safety Equipment...................................................................................................................... 11
4.4.1 Capacity Informaon ............................................................................................................................................ 11
4.5 Polluon Regulaons............................................................................................................................................ 11
4.6 Boang Safety Guidelines.................................................................................................................................... 12
4.6.1 Pre-Departure ........................................................................................................................................................ 12
4.6.2 Launching ................................................................................................................................................................ 12
4.6.3 Underway ................................................................................................................................................................ 12
4.6.4 Returning ................................................................................................................................................................. 13
4.7 Trailering .................................................................................................................................................................. 13
4.8 Anchoring ................................................................................................................................................................ 13
4.9 Shallow Water ........................................................................................................................................................ 13
4.10 Emergency Situaons ........................................................................................................................................... 14
4.10.1 Emergency Stop Switch........................................................................................................................................ 14
4.10.2 Communicaon...................................................................................................................................................... 14
4.10.3 Rendering Assistance............................................................................................................................................ 14
4.10.4 Reporng Accidents.............................................................................................................................................. 14
4.10.5 Weather ................................................................................................................................................................... 14
4.10.6 Towing...................................................................................................................................................................... 14
4.11 Carbon Monoxide (CO)......................................................................................................................................... 15
Chapter 5: Performance ......................................................................................................................................................... 16
5.1 Overview ................................................................................................................................................................. 16
5.2 Motor Trim............................................................................................................................................................... 16
5.2.1 Bow Up Condion................................................................................................................................................. 16
5.2.2 Bow Down Condion ........................................................................................................................................... 16
5.3 Engine Controls...................................................................................................................................................... 16
5.4 Steering Controls ................................................................................................................................................... 17
5.5 Steering Maintenance........................................................................................................................................... 17
5.6 Power Steering....................................................................................................................................................... 18
5.6.1 Power Steering System - Bleeding Instrucons.............................................................................................. 18
5.7 Handling Characteriscs...................................................................................................................................... 20
5.7.1 Turning Characteriscs......................................................................................................................................... 20
5.7.2 Adverse Sea Condions....................................................................................................................................... 20
5.7.3 Cross-Clutching...................................................................................................................................................... 20
5.7.4 Get the Boat on Plane .......................................................................................................................................... 20
5.7.5 Keep the Boat Level .............................................................................................................................................. 20
5.7.6 Handling Dierent Sea Condions.................................................................................................................... 21
5.7.7 Boang Tips ............................................................................................................................................................ 21
5.8 Performance Factors............................................................................................................................................. 21
5.8.1 Engine Eciency.................................................................................................................................................... 21
5.8.2 Propeller Condion ............................................................................................................................................... 21
5.8.3 Weather Condions.............................................................................................................................................. 22
5.8.4 Load .......................................................................................................................................................................... 22

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5.8.5 Marine Growth ...................................................................................................................................................... 22
5.8.6 Boom Paint .......................................................................................................................................................... 22
Chapter6: SystemsInformaon........................................................................................................................................... 23
6.1 Overview ................................................................................................................................................................ 23
6.2 Fueling Guidelines ................................................................................................................................................ 23
6.2.1 Before Fueling ....................................................................................................................................................... 23
6.2.2 During Fueling ....................................................................................................................................................... 23
6.2.3 Aer Fueling .......................................................................................................................................................... 23
6.3 Fuel System ............................................................................................................................................................ 24
6.3.1 Fuel System Benets ........................................................................................................................................... 24
6.3.2 Fuel Tank ................................................................................................................................................................. 24
6.3.3 Fuel Vent ................................................................................................................................................................. 24
6.3.4 Fuel Distribuon System ..................................................................................................................................... 25
6.3.5 Filling Fuel Tanks ................................................................................................................................................... 25
6.3.6 Pressure Relief Fuel System Diagram ............................................................................................................... 26
6.3.7 Trouble Shoong Tips .......................................................................................................................................... 26
6.3.8 Integrated Fuel Demand Valve Components ................................................................................................. 26
6.4 Ethanol-blended fuel ........................................................................................................................................... 27
6.4.1 Addives ................................................................................................................................................................. 27
6.5 Electrical System ................................................................................................................................................... 27
6.5.1 Baery System ...................................................................................................................................................... 27
6.5.2 Baery Distribuon ............................................................................................................................................. 27
6.5.3 Emergency Parallel ............................................................................................................................................... 27
6.5.4 24 Hour Circuits .................................................................................................................................................... 28
6.6 Baery Selecon ................................................................................................................................................... 28
6.6.1 Baery Care ........................................................................................................................................................... 28
6.6.2 Safety ....................................................................................................................................................................... 28
6.6.3 Exposure ................................................................................................................................................................. 28
6.7 Wiring and Circuit Protecon ............................................................................................................................ 29
6.8 Control System ...................................................................................................................................................... 29
6.9 Dash Switch Panel ................................................................................................................................................ 29
6.10 Accessories ............................................................................................................................................................ 30
6.10.1 Navigaonal Lights ............................................................................................................................................... 30
6.10.2 Cockpit Lights ........................................................................................................................................................ 30
6.10.3 Cabin / Console Lights ........................................................................................................................................ 30
6.10.4 Bilge Pump / Float Switch .................................................................................................................................. 30
6.10.5 Seacocks ................................................................................................................................................................. 30
6.10.6 Raw Water Pump .................................................................................................................................................. 31
6.10.7 Freshwater Pump (Oponal) .............................................................................................................................. 31
6.10.8 Macerator Pump (Oponal) ................................................................................................................................ 31
6.10.9 USB Outlets ........................................................................................................................................................... 31
6.10.10 Horn ......................................................................................................................................................................... 31
6.10.11 Yamaha 115 HP Outboards with Command Link .......................................................................................... 31
6.10.12 JL Audio Marine Entertainment System ........................................................................................................... 31
6.10.13 Addional Accessory Switches (ACCY) ........................................................................................................... 31
6.10.14 Plumbing System .................................................................................................................................................. 32
6.10.15 Marine Head........................................................................................................................................................... 32
6.10.16 Livewell and Livewell Pump ................................................................................................................................ 33
6.10.17 Windshield ............................................................................................................................................................. 33
Chapter 7: Maintenance and Service .................................................................................................................................. 34
7.1 Overview ................................................................................................................................................................. 34
7.2 Gelcoat Maintenance ........................................................................................................................................... 34
7.2.1 Cleaning .................................................................................................................................................................. 34
7.2.2 Waxing .................................................................................................................................................................... 34
7.2.3 Repair ...................................................................................................................................................................... 35
7.3 Boom Paint .......................................................................................................................................................... 35
7.4 Upholstery .............................................................................................................................................................. 36
7.5 Trim / Plexiglass / Polyethylene ........................................................................................................................ 36

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7.6 Stainless Steel / Aluminum ................................................................................................................................. 36
7.7 Bilge Compartments ............................................................................................................................................ 36
7.8 Cockpit Drains ....................................................................................................................................................... 36
7.9 Winterizaon ......................................................................................................................................................... 37
7.10 Maintenance Schedule ........................................................................................................................................ 38
7.11 Maintenance Log .................................................................................................................................................. 39
Chapter8: Hurricane/Moored/AnchoredPreparaons............................................................................................. 40
Chapter 9: Model Year 2022 Warranty Policy ................................................................................................................... 43
Chapter 10 : 230DC Diagrams .................................................................................................................................................46
10.1 Thru-Hull ................................................................................................................................................................ 46
10.2 Plumbing System .................................................................................................................................................. 47
10.3 Wire Code .............................................................................................................................................................. 48

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To help you enjoy the many features, benets, and accessories on your new World Cat, we have provided
you with the following materials:
• World Cat Owner's Manual (model specic)
• Vendor Supplied Manuals for various accessories
• Delivery Checklist
• Warranty Informaon
We refer to this package as the Owner’s Portfolio, and will reference it often throughout this text. The
portfolio contains a wealth of information, including advice on safety, operation, performance, maintenance,
and warranty. Reading and maintaining this information is extremely important, and could be the difference
between a positive and negative experience on the water.
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Upon purchasing your new World Cat, your dealer is responsible for completing the warranty card and
returning a copy to the factory. The Dealer should provide you with a copy to keep in a secure place so it
can be referenced quickly in the event of a warranty issue. The 10 year limited hull warranty is transferable,
and a copy is included at the back of this manual should you decide to sell your boat.
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Our dealers are an extension of the factory and we expect them to provide you with great customer service
to help prepare you for a positive ownership experience. Therefore, we set forth a list of responsibilities for
our dealers as follows:
• Provide courteous service and explanaon of the product prior to the sale.
• Provide sea trials for potenal owners.
• Provide a detailed orientaon of your boat's features and general operaon upon delivery, including
safety and performance.
• Complete and sign delivery checklist.
• Explain, complete, and submit all warranty informaon in a mely manner aer the purchase.
• Provide the customer with the Owner’s Porolio and explain the informaon included therein.
• Provide service aer the sale, or help the customer locate a qualied service shop at home or away.
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As an owner you should also take an acve part in the delivery and safe operaon of your new catamaran.
Some of your responsibilies are:
• Study and understand the limited warranty informaon.
• Read all literature in your Owner’s Porolio and operate the vessel in accordance with
those instruc ons.
• Perform a walk through prior to the nal delivery and ensure that the systems are
funconing properly.
• Maintain the boat and perform service according to the instrucons in this manual,
including the 20 hour inspecon for the vessel and engines.
It is your responsibility to return your boat to an Authorized World Cat Dealer for warranty work. In the
event there is no World Cat dealer within a 100 mile radius of your boang locaon, it is your responsibility
to present the boat to a marine professional in your area as directed and approved by World Cat.
Once your warranty informaon is processed, World Cat will maintain a record of your boat using the Hull
Idencaon Number (HIN), which is located on the starboard side of the transom. Informaon regarding
the dealership, owner, and the factory installed accessories will be recorded to help you should a problem
arise. Also, you will receive a survey to rate your purchasing experience and the inial impressions of our
company. We ask that you join our family of owners and let us know your feelings about the purchase and
the quality of our product.
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Throughout this manual you will encounter signals to alert of important informaon. Text printed in bold
leers and the warning system shown below is of parcular importance. Please review this informaon prior
to reading the manual.
!!! DANGER
This symbol alerts you to hazards or unsafe pracces which will cause extensive property damage,
severe personal injury or death if the warning is ignored.
!!! WARNING
This symbol alerts you to hazards or unsafe pracces which can cause extensive property damage,
severe personal injury or death if the warning is ignored.
!!! CAUTION
This symbol alerts you to hazards or unsafe pracces which can cause personal injury or property
damage if the warning is ignored.
NOTICE
This symbol is not hazard related. It contains informaon on installaon, operaon, or maintenance
which is needed to ensure the proper operaon of your boat.

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Please ll out the following informaon and leave in this manual for reference. This informaon will be
important for your Authorized Dealer to provide fast and accurate service. To locate an authorized dealer call
866-485-8899 or email servic[email protected].
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ENGINES
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Model:
Make:
HIN:
Model:
Purchase Date:
Serial # Port:
Make:
Delivery Date:
Serial # Stbd:
Model:
Ignion Key #:
Propeller Make / Model:
Serial # Port:
Name:
Dealer Phone:
Door Key #:
Propeller Diameter / Pitch:
Serial # Stbd:
Salesman:
Service Manager:

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EXPLORING NEW HORIZONS
230DC
FUEL CAPACITY
89gal
DRY WEIGHT
4,900lbs
DRAFT
11ʺ
BEAM
8ʹ 6ʺ
LENGTH
22ʹ 7ʺ
Length: 22ʹ 7ʺ
Beam: 8ʹ 6ʺ
Dra: 11ʺ
Transom Height: 25ʺ
Dry Weight w/ Power (approx): 4,900 lbs
Max HP Rang: 230 HP (2 x 115 HP)
Fuel Capacity: 89 gal (2 x 44.5 gal)
Livewell Capacity: 30 gal
Freshwater Capacity: 10 gal
Wastewater Capacity: 8 gal
Trailering Height*: 8ʹ 11ʺ
Bridge Clearance*: 8ʹ 0ʺ
Cockpit Length: 51.5ʺ
Typical Cruise: 25.8 mph / 3.0 mpg
Typical WOT: 41.9 mph / 2.0 mpg
Passenger Capacity: 10
SPECS
HIGHLIGHTS
• Huge deck space for a 23ʹ dual console
• Biggest head of any 23ʹ bowrider on the market
• High-performing 23ʹ hull
*Measured keel to top of berglass hardtop w/ no outriggers or electronics installed
(not including trailer)

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FEATURES
Hull
• Self-bailing, non-skid fiberglass cockpit liner
• Heavy-duty rub rail w/ S.S. insert
• Below-deck rigging tubes for electronics &
addional baeries
Bow
• Bow pulpit w/ anchor roller & rode
storage locker
• Bow area cushioned seang for 4 adults w/
grab rails & (4) cup holders
• Port & starboard forward 150 qt. insulated
fish boxes w/ overboard drains
• (6) through-bolted S.S. 8ʺ pop-up cleats on deck
• Through-bolted S.S. bow eye
Helm
• Tilt-helm steering
• 3-piece walk-through windshield
• Helm & passenger dual pedestal seats
• Portside console door w/ full-sized head
compartment, solar vent, & light
• Marine head & holding tank
• Electronics mounng area for a 12ʺ screen
• Dual ram hydraulic steering w/ a 15.5ʺ
S.S. steering wheel & power knob
• Single Garmin GPSMAP® 8610xsv 10ʺ
mul-touch widescreen Chartploer / Sonar
Combo, Airmar B150M transducer, dark-nted
acrylic dash, & 315 VHF w/ 8’ antenna
• Premium marine entertainment system w/
(2) JL Audio speakers & Bluetooth
OPTIONS
Accessories
• Bow sun lounge w/ cushion
• Removable bow table w/ cup holders
• Heavy-duty, S.S. liing eye
• Edson wheel 14.5” san-finish w/ power knob
• Quick release fender holders
Electronics
• Stereo upgrade – JL Audio 800W Amp,
(4) speakers upgraded to 6.5ʺ JL Audio M6-Series
speakers, & (2) addional 8.8ʺ M6-Series speakers
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• Hardtop underside color: Fighng Lady Yellow,
Arniston Gray, Majorca Green, Hermosa Blue,
Ice Blue
• GEMLUX® Deluxe outrigger system w/
18’ collapsible hybrid poles
Hull Colors
• Full-hull or two-tone hull color
• Fighng Lady Yellow, Arniston Gray,
Majorca Green, Hermosa Blue, Ice Blue
Bootstriping
• Single color top & boom: Dark Red, White,
Black, Dark Blue, Stardust, or Teal
• Mulcolor: Stardust (top) & Black (boom)
• Marine grade switch panel w/ waterproof
rocker switches
• Back-to-back port side companion lounge
seang w/ storage
Stern
• (4) gunwale-mounted S.S. rod holders
• 10 gal. fresh water system w/
pull-out shower
• Raw water washdown w/ on deck
washdown fing
• A seats w/ removable cushions &
storage under
• 30 gal. livewell between a seats, lighted
w/ overboard drain & fiberglass lid
• Dual baeries w/ on / o parallel switch
• (2) 44.5 gal. polyethylene fuel tanks
• (2) fuel / water filters
• (2) fuel fills w/ internal vents
• (2) 1,000 gph automac bilge pumps
• User-friendly On-Ramp™ swim ladder &
swim plaorm
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• Fiberglass hardtop w/ finished underside,
powdercoated aluminum frame, overhead
lights, rocket launchers, spreader lights, &
(2) addional JL Audio speakers
Power
• Yamaha T/F 115XB Package
230DC Experience the Ulmate Sea Trial™ - nd your closest dealer at WorldCat.com

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Prior to enjoying your World Cat, it is important to read and understand all the informaon detailed in
your Owner’s Porolio. Knowing how to operate and maintain the systems on your vessel can make your
experiences safe and enjoyable, as well as increase the performance and longevity of your boat. Federal law
and most state laws clearly indicate that it is the operator’s responsibility to maintain their vessel, and to
operate it in a manner which protects the safety of their passengers and others.
This manual will provide you a basic understanding of boating practices; however, we recommend all
owners review federal, state, and local regulations regarding safety and traffic prior to using your World Cat.
The U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary and U.S. Power Squadrons offer excellent educational opportunities on a
local level and are open to anyone. If a chapter does not exist in your area, contact the following numbers
for other educational opportunities:
Boang Educaon Hotline [phone]-BOAT (2628)
U.S. Coast Guard Boang Hotline [phone]
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Vessels are required by federal and state law to be registered in the state where they are primarily used.
Registraon numbers and validaon sckers must be displayed per regulaons, and a cercate of
registraon must be on board while the vessel is being operated. When traveling away from your home
waters, contact authories at your desnaon to determine if any addional registraon is required. Some
areas require permits or temporary registraons to operate in their waters. When compleng registraon
forms you will be asked for the Hull Idencaon Number (HIN). On your World Cat, the HIN is located on
the starboard side of the transom. This number is unique to your boat and will be important for registering
your vessel, as well as communicang with your dealer and our service department. Including this
informaon in any correspondence or conversaons will help our support network serve you beer.
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Once you have reviewed safe boating guidelines and filed for registration, it is time to equip your vessel.
The U.S. Coast Guard’s (U.S.C.G.) list of required equipment is shown below.
or go to https://www.uscgboating.org/images/420.PDF.
• Audible Signaling Device (Bell, Horn, or Whistle)
• Fire Exnguisher
• Navigaon / Anchor Lights
• Personal Flotaon Devices (PFD’s)
• Visual Signaling Devices
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NOTICE
Remember to check with state and local agencies to ensure that addional items are not required to
operate your boat in their waterways.

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Although not required, there are several additional items which help to ensure safety, and provide
convenience for you and your passengers. Perform an annual inventory to keep tools, spare parts, and
safety equipment in good condition. Immediately replace any items that have been removed from the kit.
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On all boats under 26' in length, the manufacturer is required to
provide capacity informaon. If you own a model under 26' in length
you will nd a rectangular metal plate near the helm. This plate will
provide informaon on horsepower rangs and total capacies
which include person capacies, motors, and gear. As an owner you
should be aware of the weight on board. Exceeding capacity can
endanger your passengers and vessel, as well as void any warranty
remaining on the boat should a failure occur. Remember that this
is a guideline for normal operaon, and does not release you from
responsibility should an accident occur. You must use raonal
judgment when adverse condions are expected, and reduce your
loads to create a margin of safety.
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The Refuse Act of 1899 prohibits throwing, discharging or deposing any refuse maer of any kind (including
trash, garbage, oil and other liquid pollutants) into the waters of the United States. This informaon is
provided in a pamphlet that is normally received when registering your boat. Use the informaon below as
a guideline, but study the pamphlet and understand any local regulaons regarding polluon control. As the
operator, you are also liable for individuals on your vessel disposing of materials in an improper manner.
Use only marine grade replacement parts. Most automove and residenal parts are not suitable
for use in the harsh marine environment. Using them could lead to premature product fail ure,
property damage, or personal injury.
!!! CAUTION
!!! WARNING
Exceeding capacity or recommended horsepower can endanger your passengers and vessel, as
well as voiding any warranty remaining on the boat should failure occur. The maximum horsepower
rang for your 230DC is 230 total horse power.
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







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
As an owner / operator you should be prepared to handle any situaon which arises before departure, while
underway, or upon return to dock. Careful planning will add safety and pleasure to your experience and give
you the condence to handle emergencies if they develop. Listed below are some general guidelines which
you should follow before any trip:

• Establish a float plan and provide it to a person whom you trust. The plan should give the details of
your trip, including where you are going and when you expect to return. If you deviate from the plan,
notify that person as soon as possible.
• If you anticipate operating in a new area, understand the local rules and request charts or information
on any hazards you may not be aware of.
• If you are towing the boat, inspect the trailer including tires, lights, brakes, winch, and overall
mechanical appearance.
•Verify that you have all necessary safety equipment. This should include all the USCG required
equipment as well as spare parts or other items you decided to include.
• Check fuel levels and determine if you require additional fuel for your trip.
• Examine the weight of the gear on your vessel and make sure you are not overloaded. Distribute the
weight evenly on your vessel to ensure predictable performance.

• Prepare your boat prior to backing down, (i.e. secure all loose items, install garboard drain), then
launch your ves sel and move away quickly.
• Move your vessel away from the dock and complete a full system check. Ensure that electronics,
pumps, and safety equipment are in working order.
• Instruct a passenger on the operaon of the boat, and the locaon and funcon of all safety
equipment onboard. You should never be the only person capable of safely operang your vessel.
 (See Chapter 5 on Performance)
• Obey all “Rules of the Road” and any local regulations.
• Never operate a boat under the influence of alcohol or drugs.
• Do not allow individuals under the age of 16 to operate the vessel. Maintain direct supervision of
inexperienced operators.
• Ensure that all passengers are safely seated while underway, and are using the hand rails World Cat
has provided to remain securely in their seats.
• Use your electronics and judgment to remain abreast of changing weather. Storms develop quickly and
you should be prepared to protect your passengers and vessel.
• Maintain a safe speed and respect other boaters as well as those on land. Obey all “No Wake Zones”
and be aware of smaller vessels. The wake you produce could endanger other crafts and
their passengers.
• Know the limitations of your craft and your experience. Understand the boat’s handling characteristics
and do not attempt to operate the vessel in conditions that are unsafe or beyond your experience
level.

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
• Obey navigaonal markers and be aware of any dal changes since departure.
•Collect and dispose of refuse properly to maintain our waters for future generaons.
• Prepare your boat for loading before moving to the dock. Quickly pull your vessel from the water and
move away from the ramp to complete the preparaon for trailering.
•Verify that trailer systems are working properly and all items are secured before leaving.
•Wash the boat and perform general maintenance upon returning home. (See instrucons in Chapter 5).
As stated above, these are only general guidelines for safe boang. We recommend using these and any other
available resources to protect your passengers as well as your vessel. Checklists can be an important tool in
accomplishing this.

Due to the nature of the hull, catamarans require specialized trailers. Your dealer will be able to provide
them, as well as informaon on safe trailering pracces. Tow vehicles should be rated to handle the load and
stresses which accompany trailering your boat. A properly matched trailer should carry 5-10% of the total
vessel weight on the tongue. Roune inspecons should be performed on the vehicle and trailer prior to
each trip, and thorough checks scheduled on an annual basis.

There are several types of anchors available, each designed to operate in specific bottom conditions. Your
dealer can provide information on which styles are most effective in your area.

Although your World Cat draws a small amount of water for its size, shallow water should be a concern of
all boaters. To avoid this hazard, pay parcular aenon to navigaonal markers and know the area you are
operang in. Be aware of dal changes, including those that have occurred during your trip. Rocks, stumps,
or other hazards are more prevalent in shallow water and can cause major damage to your hull boom.
Engines can also suer damage if they are allowed to run in the sand or mud.
If you do become grounded, lt the motors up to reduce the dra at the transom. Oen this will solve the
problem; however, it may be necessary to rock the boat from side to side to break the sucon along the keel.
If you are grounded on an incoming de, allowing the water to rise can help. Being grounded on an outgoing
de is a larger issue and you need to act quickly to free your boat to avoid being driven further aground. Use
the anchor to secure the boat and await the incoming de, or use it to pull yourself free.
!!! CAUTION
Never anchor your boat o the stern. The weight at the transom, combined with adverse sea
condions, could allow water to enter the boat over the transom wall.

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
Unfortunately, even the safest boang pracces cannot eliminate the potenal of emergency situaons
developing. Therefore you should prepare yourself and your crew to handle any problems that may arise.
Establish specic plans for res, man overboard, collision, etc., and review them with your passengers prior
to deparng. Planning allows people to remain calm, and gives everyone the condence to resolve the
problem. Below is important informaon which all owners should be aware.

Lanyard clips are provided on all World Cats and, when used properly, provide
an emergency stop for the engines should the driver fall from the helm posion,
or need to perform an emergency shutdown to respond to or avoid an accident.
The clip aaches the driver to the ignion panel using a cord. A pull on the
cord will release the clip from the shut-o switch on the panel and shut down
the engines. To restart the engines, turn ignion switch to the o posion,
return binnacle to neutral posion, insert safety lanyard back into clip and then
turn ignion switches back on. This should only be used to prevent or react to
accidents, and the operator is solely responsible for the decision.

If you witness an emergency or become involved in one, you should request assistance via radio
communication or visual signals.

Owners are required by law to render assistance to other boaters involved in an emergency situation such
as fire, collision, casualty, etc., as long as it does not endanger your vessel or its passengers.

Federal regulations require that operators involved in an accident file a written account of the situation
within 48 hours. Reports should be submitted to the State Boating Law Administrator. You can obtain forms
through the USCG or local authorities (i.e. harbor patrol, sheriff or police offices). In the event that a
casualty or disappearance occurs as the result of an accident, you must notify the authorities immediately
by phone or radio and fill out a written statement.

Pay attention to weather patterns. If you find yourself in the path of a storm, seek shelter immediately. If
you cannot reach a dock, seek refuge inside the boat while the storm advances. Never get in the water and
stay clear of metal components on your boat. If lightning strikes, it would likely pass through metal objects
seeking a ground.

Due to an accident or loss of power, it may become necessary to tow another vessel or have your boat
towed. If you are providing assistance, never attempt to tow a boat larger than your own. Be certain to
use proper lines (ropes) and rational judgment to prevent further damage. Tow lines are under heavy
strain, therefore passengers should remain clear of the lines to protect themselves from injury.

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• Dizziness
• Nausea / Voming
• Headache / Throbbing in the temples
• Fague
• Muscular twitching
• Inability to focus or think clearly
If you or any of passengers experience any of these symptoms, leave the area and nd a source of fresh air
immediate ly. If your symptoms persist, seek medical aenon.

One of the most important consideraons when dealing with boang safety is carbon monoxide. Commonly
referred to as CO, carbon monoxide is a colorless, odorless, and tasteless gas emied from any engine
exhaust. Including inboards and outboards. A CO parcle is close in weight to the air we consume; therefore
it does not rise or fall in the atmosphere, but accumulates in enclosed spaces. Boat owners with enclosed
heads, cabins, or canvas enclosures should pay parcular aenon to CO. Be aware that fumes produced on
your boat can aect other vessels and other boats can aect you. A primary concern is the use of generators
when boats are moored adjacent to each other.
Carbon Monoxide is poisonous and potenally fatal if inhaled over an extended period of me. Symptoms of
CO poisoning include:
!!! DANGER
Carbon Monoxide (CO) is a colorless, odorless, and tasteless gas pro duced by the exhaust system of any
combusble engine. CO can cause brain damage or death if inhaled over an extended period of me. To protect
yourself and your passengers, never block the venlaon outlets in cabins, consoles, or other enclosed spaces.

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
This chapter will provide informaon on the performance characteriscs of your catamaran; this is not a
substute for seamanship training or hands-on experience. First me boat owners should use the resources
detailed in Chapter 1 to learn proper methods of boat operaon. Experienced boaters who have never
owned a catamaran should study this chapter completely. Do not assume that previous boang experience
will apply to all situaons, as there are several subtle dierences in the handling characteriscs of twin-
hulled boats. For exisng catamaran owners, this chapter should be a reference.

The smooth riding characteriscs of a catamaran are a result of the twin hull design. Their ability to slice
through on-coming waves is far superior to the slamming characteriscs seen on convenonal vessels.
Motor trim plays an integral part in how your catamaran accomplishes this. In a level or bow down atude,
your boat will slice through larger chop, but you may experience sluggish performance, a weer ride and
increased bow steering in a following sea. In a bow up atude the boat will perform beer, but may ride
less smoothly. Experiment with the trim sengs in various sea condions to determine what you are
most comfortable with. When using the trim to correct a lisng condion, imagine an “X” connecng the
starboard engine to the port bow, and port engine to the starboard bow (see drawing below).

To correct a bow up condion on the port sponson, adjust the
motor trim “down” on the starboard engine. This will help the
starboard sponson to rise and level the vessel. If moving to the
lowest trim seng on the starboard engine does not correct
the list, trim the port engine “up” to assist the change. Reverse
the instrucons to accommodate for a bow up condion on the
starboard sponson.

To correct a bow down condion on the port sponson, adjust
the motor trim “up” on the starboard engine. This will help the
starboard sponson to fall and level the vessel. If cavitaon occurs
on the starboard engine, lower it to correct the problem, then
trim the port engine “down” to assist the change. Reverse the
instrucons to accommodate for a bow down condion on the
starboard sponson.

All factory rigged boats will come equipped with a binnacle control specic to your
type of engine. Located at the helm, the binnacle controls the throttle, shift, and trim
mechanisms for your engine. Also read the owner’s manual provided by your engine
manufacturer to determine how to operate the features on your binnacle. If any
components of this system need to be replaced, be certain to use the same style and
length as the original equipment.


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
Catamarans oer unsurpassed steering control. The wide spacing of the engines, advanced steering
components, and handling characteriscs of the World Cat hull give operators exceponal maneuverability
in even the ghtest spaces.
Because of the superior tracking abilies of the World Cat hull, oversteering can present a problem,
especially for owners accustomed to operang convenonal boats. Convenonal vessels have a tendency to
lose tracking abilies in rough and following sea condions, making constant course correcons necessary.
However, catamarans do not exhibit those traits and require operators to take a “hands o” approach. To do
so, relax your grip and ght the urge to make constant correcons.

In order to maintain the excellent steering characteriscs of your boat, occasionally you will need to visually
inspect all hoses and ngs for leaks and uid levels. We also recommend checking your steering cylinders
to ensure all bolts and nuts are sll ght.
In order to maintain the excellent steering characteriscs of your boat, occasionally you will need to adjust
the steering system to realign the motors (known as motor toe). To do so follow these instrucons:
Similar to hydraulic braking systems in an automobile, it may become necessary to bleed the steering system
occasionally to remove air from the lines. We have provided a diagram of the steering system in this chapter,
and the Teleex™ owner’s manual in your Owner’s Porolio. Use these resources, and your dealer, to keep
the steering system in excellent working order. Be aware, these are roune maintenance procedures and are
not covered under warranty by World Cat.
!!! CAUTION
Rounely check hydraulic uid levels and all connecons for leaks or any sign of mechanical failure.
Lubricate all mechanical parts at least annually with high quality marine grease. Failure to do so may
result in impaired or unresponsive steering.

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
The power assist unit provides automobile like steering on your catamaran. The unit is installed in the
console between the helm and steering rams. The power for the unit is connected to the port and starboard
key switch. If you choose to troll with only one engine your power assist will sll be operaonal.
NOTICE
If possible, have your dealer or trained marine technician perform roune maintenance or repairs on
your steering system. Replace faulty parts immediately.

Reference the bleeding instrucons provided by the SeaStar Soluons® owner’s manual, which is included
in your Owner’s Porolio. Use them in conjuncon with the instrucons and diagram below to bleed the
steering system. This should be done annually or when air is detected in the system.

• With the Power Purge turned "OFF", attach helm fitting and leads.
• Attach one of the leads to the bleeder valve on the Power Assist Pump.
• Open the bleeder valve using a 5/8" wrench.
•Turn the Power Purge unit "ON".
•Watch for air bubbles in the clear hydraulic lines. Once no more bubbles can
be seen and there is a steady flow of hydraulic fluid through the lines, allow
the Power Purge to run for an additional 60 seconds.
•The helm is now full of fluid. Turn Power Purge "OFF". Close bleeder valve and
disconnect line from the Power Assist Pump. Place dust cap back on bleeder
valve.
 • Attach the four lines to each of the bleeder valves on the
steering cylinders.
•Open each of the four bleeder valves.
•Turn Power Purge "ON".
•Turn the steering wheel slowly 20 times clockwise, then
slowly 20 times counter-clockwise.

• With Power Purge turned "ON", move both engines through their
full range of motion
(This will help remove any air bubbles still trapped inside the
cylinders).
• As a final precautionary step, pull on the engines firmly at the ends
of their normal range of motion (This will also help to insure all of
the air is out of the cylinders).

•Turn the ignition key for the port engine "ON". This will turn
the Power Assist Pump "ON”.
• Repeat "Step 2".
•If no more bubbles can be seen then the bleeding is complete. Turn
the Power Purge 'OFF". Close all four bleeder valves. Disconnect the
four lines from the cylinders and both lines from the helm. Remove
the helm fitting and replace it with vent cap.
• If bubbles are still present in lines, then bleeding was
not successful. Repeat entire process.

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2018 World Cat 230CC Owners Manual
Standard Steering system on a 230DC