BENETEAU Oceanis 351, Руководство пользователя

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If you have wheel steering, maintenance should be in accordance with the
manufacturer's recommendations.
Make regular checks on all the clamps, the condition of the quadrant, the cables or
push rods, guide sheaves and the chain in the column to the wheel.
Make regular checks of the steering end stops to ensure they are adequately
stopping the rotation of the rudder, this is important for direct drive push rod
systems. Over rotation of the rudder could cause a steering lock up.
11.5. INTERIOR WOOD
The internal woodwork used in most of our boats yacht's is varnished. This should
be regularly rinsed off with fresh water and a little liquid detergent, then polished
with a chamois leather.
Should the woodwork become damaged, gently rub it down with very fine
sandpaper and touch it with several coats of the varnish. Your dealer will be able
to order Beneteau varnish. When this is dry, rub it down with a very fine wet-and-
dry sandpaper (grade 800 or 1000) and finish off with polish (or a silicone spray)
or wax.
11.6. ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS
It is essential for an electrical system to have a battery in sound condition to
function properly. The following are some of the things to maintain a battery in the
best condition.
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Keep the battery clean and the terminal posts well greased.
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Keep the battery electrolyte checked regularly
• Keep the battery fully charged.
If you have to leave your boat unused for more than a month it is best to leave your
batteries with your yard so that they can be kept charged. Keep a suitable charger
onboard so you can recharge your batteries at dockside without having to turn on
the engine.
If you have an inboard engine, check the condition and tension of the alternator
drive belt. From time to time, spray a little WD 40 or something similar on all the
connections to the control panel, terminal boxes and lamp sockets. Make sure that
cable grommets are watertight; smear them with Vaseline so that they do not dry
out and deteriorate.
11.6.1. Battery Maintenance
Make sure that the level of the electrolyte is always at least 1/2" above the top of
the plates. This level can change suddenly, due to evaporation in an overheated
bilge.