CS36T Owner’s Manual
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10
MAINTENANCE
Yachts in good and safe condition need frequent maintenance on a regular basis. Such frequency
depends on type and condition of use.
The running and standing rigging, engine, winches, lights, head, bilge and surface finishes should be
checked on a regular basis.
When sailing in saltwater all deck hardware should be washed down with freshwater after each sail and
the yacht should be hosed down at least once a week in saltwater locations.
10.1
Gelcoat
All gelcoat surfaces of the deck and hull should be washed down with freshwater and a non- abrasive
detergent on a regular basis.
On smooth surfaces a sponge or soft brush should be used. A stiffer brush can be used on the non-skid
working surfaces, followed by rinsing with freshwater.
At least once every season the topsides of the hull should be waxed and polished with a good boat wax.
This will retain the gel coat's color and appearance. Non-skid surfaces of the deck should not be waxed.
Dark hull colors need more frequent waxing to prevent oxidation.
Gel coat surfaces below deck need only cleaning with mild detergent and water and rinsed down with
freshwater. These surfaces can also be waxed.
In mooring locations with trees in the vicinity, the leaves will stain gelcoat surfaces. More frequent
scrubbing down of such surfaces is necessary.
Minor scratches on the gelcoat surfaces can be removed by means of buffing with a light abrasive
cleaner or fine rubbing compound followed by waxing and polishing.
Scrapes or damage that have broken through the gel coat surface can be repaired with the gelcoat
repair kit available from your CS dealer.
For any major damage, where a large area of gelcoat has been removed or the damage extends into the
glass lamination below the gelcoat, your CS dealer should be consulted, and a qualified marine yard
should do the repair.
10.1.1
Gelcoat Repairs
Gelcoat should be stored in a cool place about 400F, such as in a refrigerator, to prolong its useful shelf
