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CATANA SAS - Zone Technique du Port - 66140 CANET EN ROUSSILLON (FRANCE)
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19. HULL
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MAINTENANCE
19.1. Preventative maintenance
UNDERWATER HULL
Wherever you sail, it is essential to regularly apply antifouling paint to the underwater hull. This will
protect the hull from any marine growth such as algae or barnacles. Check that your propellers are always
clean. These factors can affect the performance of your boat. A dirty boat can lose 25% of its n ormal
speed.
WARNING
Scrupulously respect the usage instructions of the products you are using.
The hull treatment for the BALI 4.8 offered as an option by the yard comprises the following:
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Degreasing and matting the surfaces
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1 coat of primer
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2 coats of antifouling
19.2. The hull
Two haulouts per year are preferable to one.
Haulout allows you to check the state:
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Of cleanliness of the raw water inlet strainers;
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Of through-hull skin fittings;
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Of seacock valves;
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Of the rudders (check for any play or wear);
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Of the anodes;
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Of the propellers.
Maintenance:
Clean with a brush or a pressure washer:
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Cold water;
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Maximum pressure: 60 bars;
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Never bring the nozzle closer than 60 cm from the hull;
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Dry the hull;
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Apply the antifouling with a brush or a roller.
TOPSIDES
The gelcoat is shiny and fade-resistant to atmospheric factors, in particular those found in the marine
environment. As such it requires little maintenance. However, it is a good idea to follow a regular
maintenance programme for the hull, in order to maintain its good appearance.
We recommend a wax or anti-UV wax treatment once a year on the smooth areas to keep them shiny.
