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The owners of a new catamaran, *Curiosity*, prepare for a haul-out to address a list of warranty items accumulated during their first three months and 1,200 nautical miles of operation.0:20 The primary technical issues include a malfunctioning refrigerator displaying a "delayed defrost" (DFD) error code, which caused internal temperatures to rise to 15.8 degrees Celsius, and a mysterious loss of engine coolant characterized by brown sludge in the reservoir.5:56 The crew plans to transit to Cebu, Philippines, for factory-authorized repairs, including propeller pitch adjustments and bottom painting.10:40 While navigating the El Nido region, the crew manages engine loads by utilizing a hybrid propulsion setup, running one diesel engine and one electric motor to conserve fuel during calm, windless conditions.19:53 The vessel’s maintenance strategy involves coordinating with the manufacturer, HH, to consolidate repairs at a single facility while balancing typhoon season risks and weather windows.19:07

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