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BEAMS
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Check all beam joint flanges for any sign of de-
lamination or cracking. It is not uncommon to find
hairline cracks in the gel coat surface in high load
areas, but continue to monitor.
WARNING
(Any de-lamination or cracking in beam flanges should
be regarded as serious and must be repaired without
delay. Otherwise a small crack can grow until it can
cause failure.)
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Check top surface of beams for any movement or
‘softness’ under foot, or if ‘oil canning’ or ripping
of the top beam surface can be observed while
sailing. This must be inspected and repaired
immediately as this could be a serious fault.
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Check that compression pads remain on inner
ends of beams and that they bear against deck/
hull when floats are extended. Also check around
this area for any signs of damage or cracking on
both deck/hull and beam.
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Lightly grease beam bolt threads with a teflon
grease.
FOLDING SYSTEM
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Check all pivot pins for corrosion and that circlips
or nuts are properly fitted.
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Check hull and beam brackets for any looseness
or cracking.
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Check all folding struts have plastic bushes at
pivot points
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Check nuts and bolts are tight in the beams and
floats locations. There are 4 bolts on top of beam
pad and 2 bolts on the inside of floats. Access to
this area through the inspection hatch.
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Check that floats do not bear directly on to the
main hull. There should be a minimum 1/8” gap.
TRAILER
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Check trailer winch line for wear.
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Check all trailer supports bear evenly against hulls.
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Trailer should be regularly cleaned and oiled.
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Check wheel bearing for wear.
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Check operation of brakes.
Any defects or problems found during this check
should be remedied immediately.
This checklist is intended as a guide only and may not
cover every potential problem. Owner should always
check every aspect of boat on a regular basis.
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