Jeanneau SUN ODYSSEY 42 DS, Owner'S Manual

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SAILS
How long a sail lasts mainly depends on its regular maintenance.
Piece of advice: At the end of the sailing season, and if possible before winter, leave your sails
to a specialist to have efficient maintenance and repairs.
When sailing, trim the sails properly in accordance with the stresses in order to reduce the harmful
strains on the fabric.
Avoid tears and wear: Use protective items against chafing on the the accessories with rough surfaces
(protective items for spreaders, stanchions etc.).
Between two sea trips, slacken the halyard (for the sails on furler) and the mainsail foot tuning line.
Have a sail maker's kit and a user's manual so that you may carry out the emergency repairs waiting for
the sailmaker's assistance.
CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE
Rinse the sails with fresh water from time to time and dry quickly in order to avoid mildew.
Avoid drying the sails to windward when on the mast (when the sails lift, the seams are worn, the sails
may be torn by the rigging).
To remove grease stains: Use trichlorethylene then immediately rinse with water.
SAIL STORAGE/FOLDING
Avoid storing a wet sail to prevent mildew from appearing.
Accordion fold the sail parallel to the foot, then roll it up to the bag dimensions.
PROTECTION
UV rays are harmful to polyester and nylon. If the sails remain on the mast, even for 24 h, protect them
with a cover or a protection fabric placed on the leech and foot of the furled sails.
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RIGGING AND SAILS