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Section 6 Maintenance
Preparation is the key to successful hull painting. If the
hull is bare, the gelcoat will have to be de wa ed before
sanding can begin. After de wa ing is complete, light
sanding with grit sandpaper is recommended.
Proper ventilation and dust collection is essential. The
dust created from sanding is to ic and should not be
breathed. A properly fitted respirator must be used. D
N T use a paper filter mask.
The bottom paint can be applied after sanding and
cleaning is complete. ollow the manufacturer’s
recommendations for applying the paint. Always use
the etching primer called for by the paint manufacturer.
Humidity and weather will play a role in how and when
the paint is applied. Several thin layers are better than
one thick layer. Make sure there is enough paint left to
cover areas that were not accessible during painting
because of slings or ack stands.
ollow the manufacturer’s recommendations for periodic
maintenance after the painting is complete. If the hull
bottom is already painted, you must be sure to test the
new paint’s adhesion to the old paint. If the paints are
incompatible, the new paint will lift the old paint. Never
apply paint without first preparing the old painted surface.
F uel System
This boat is equipped with two below deck aluminum fuel
tanks (one for the boat and one for the generator) that
require little maintenance. You should visually inspect
the fuel tanks and all associated hoses and fittings for
leaks or deterioration before each mission. If you suspect
a leak, you should have the boat serviced immediately by
an e perienced marine technician.
Leaking gasoline is a re and e plosion ha ard.
asoline vapor is e tremely ammable and highly
ex p losive under certain conditions. Correct the
cause of any gasoline leak immediately.
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