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MAINTENANCE
Originally designed for ocean racing, the hydrogenerator benefits from the latest technology where
resistance and reliability are concerned. All metallic parts are made from either specially treated
aluminium or A4 stainless steel.
Watertightness is guaranteed using cutting
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edge industrial gaskets that have a service life of several
thousand hours and can easily support circumnavigation of the globe.
The housing is filled with a lubricating oil to prevent any water seepage.
The hydrogenerator therefore requires no particular maintenance other than cleaning of the
external parts.
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The generator housing should be regularly cleaned and rinsed with fresh water.
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Dismont regularly the propeller to clean the shaft from potential dirts.
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The generator and propeller mountings should be regularly inspected to ensure that they
are tight.
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Inspect the tightness of the two M6 nuts at the head of the mast at regular intervals
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The electrical connections should be inspected to ensure that they are tight and corrosion
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free.
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Check regularly the electrical cable at the exit of the leg (no cuts, pinching).
Watt&Sea recommends servicing every two years or every 10,000 miles. For this, Watt&Sea
offers servicing packages tailored to your individual needs. For information visit
www.wattandsea.com or contact your distributor.
To ease the return of your hydrogenerator (and reduce shipping cost), it is possible to send the
generator only (lower part, without propeller and leg). Please contact us for more informations.
