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26.0 – Maintenance
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Inspect rigging for signs of wear, corrosion, kinks or frayed wires. Damaged or
worn wires can easily break during sailing.
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Always check beam bolts for proper tension.
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Always check the steering system attachment points and fasteners are tight and in
working order.
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Ensure all shackles are tight, and all split rings are taped to prevent loss or damage.
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Periodically inspect shackles, clevis pins and fasteners for wear or loosening.
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Periodically check the dolphin striker tension. It should not move more than 1”.
Tighten as necessary.
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Regularly inspect mast for water tightness and to ensure all fittings and attachment
points are secure.
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Check hulls for excessive wear from beaching and dragging. Exposed raw
fiberglass should not be visible. A bottom job should be done to replace any lost
material before the hull is breached.
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If your hulls are taking on excessive water during sailing, check for leaks by
applying soapy water around the fittings and blowing (with your lungs) into the hull.
Do not use compressed air or power equipment such as vacuum cleaners as they
will lover pressurize you hull and damage it. Remove leaky fitting, clean and
reinstall with fresh silicone. If the leak is in an area with a fitting, this should be
reglassed using proper methods to ensure bonding.
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Periodically check all cars, cleats and bearings to ensure they run freely. Replace
the bearings as necessary, and rinse thoroughly with fresh water to free up any that
may be stuck.
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Rinse ENTIRE boat with fresh water after each use.
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Check the sails and trampoline for rips and wear. Repair immediately to prevent
further damage.
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Always keep trampoline lacing tight.
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Ensure sails are completely dry before storing. If storing for more than a day,
loosen batten tension
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If the boat is to be store for long periods of time, do not leave the rigging at race
tight settings. If storing for winter, release diamond wire tension, and for long term
mast up beach storage, slightly loosen the rig tension between sails.
Recommended and Maximum Load Table
Model
Light
Displacement
Minimum
Recommended
Capacity
Maximum
Recommended
Capacity
Maximum
Recommended
Maximum
Loaded
Displacement
Lbs/kgs
In Persons
In persons
Lbs/kgs
Lbs/kgs
