General Maintenance Cont.
General Maintenance Cont.
sand paper on a sanding block
taking care not to rub the
surrounding gelcoat areas to any
great extent.
7.
Finish using automotive rubbing
compound in the same manner
as for scratches.
8.
Restore the shine with a
recommended car or marine
polish.
NOTE:- IF YOU ARE IN DOUBT as
to the extent of gelcoat damage or
you suspect that the fibreglass
beneath the gouge may be damaged
consult your Farr 6000 marine dealer
before attempting repairs.
Woodwork maintenance
The exterior handrails, hatch covers,
tiller and interior ladder are painted
with a top quality marine varnish
before leaving the factory. They will
periodically need recoating and the
following procedure should be
followed.
1.
Wash to remove all salt and dry
thoroughly.
2.
Sand lightly with a fine grade of
dry paper.
3.
Apply 2 to 3 coats of any
recommended marine varnish
with a light sand between coats.
Rigging
It is a natural tendency to forget to
look at your rigging until something
wears out completely. Make it a
habit to check rigging screws,
shackles, and mast fittings each time
before you sail. A periodic spray with
"CRC" or similar lubricant on rigging
screws, snap shackles etc. will keep
them corrosive free and in top
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working order.
Silicone spray on the luff groove of
the mast will make for easier
hoisting of the mainsail.
Sails
If possible fold your sails before
bagging them. This minimises
wrinkling and helps the set. Try not
to bag wet sails. If you cannot find
anywhere else to dry them spread
them out inside the boat if they are
damp and not in use. A periodic
hose with fresh water will help to
keep your sails in good condition.
Have any small rips or tears repaired
immediately they are noticed before
they become large rips and tears.
Vinyl upholstery
Resistance:
All vinyl coated fabrics
are remarkably resistant to most
stains. A sponge dipped in warm,
soapy water and wiped over lightly
will remove most marks easily.
However, a few substances when
spilt or smeared on vinyl coatea
fabrics will stain unless care is taken
promptly. In all cases, the faster the
stain is attacked, the easier it will be
to remove. Whenever removing any
stain or mark, always wipe from the
outside of the stain towards its
centre to avoid spreading it.
Ballpoint Pen Ink: Method A.
Make
a paste with Fuller's Earth (Available
from local Chemists) and a
household bleach, mixed with a few
drops of methylated spirits. Apply to
the surface of the stain and allow the
paste to dry for 3 hours. Remove
with soap and water. More than one
application may be needed if the
stain has been present for some
time.
Method B.
Apply methylated spirits
alone, by swabbing with cotton wool
(do not rub too severely or the print
may be removed). Follow by washing
with soap and water if the stain is
s e e n t o w i t h i n o n e h o u r o f
occurrence. After one hour Method
A is recommended as the surface of
the stain is removed using
methylated spirits.
Lipstick, Shoe Polish:
With a dry rag
carefully remove as much of the
stain as possible. Gently wipe the
affected area with a cotton cloth
moistened with methylated spirits.
Follow by washing over with warm
soapy water. Prompt attention will
minimise any discolouration.
Butter:
Easily removed by warm
soapy water. If left longer than a
couple of days severe stiffening of
the vinyl occurs.
Tomato Sauce:
A mild staining
agent, easily removed by warm
soapy water up to one week after
occurrence.
Chewing Gum:
Set the gum hard
with ice then scrape clean. Wipe
with methylated spirits, then with
warm soapy water.
Blood:
Cold water will remove blood
stains if applied immediately. If
marks persist, use ammonia. Then
wash with warm, soapy water.
Chocolate:
Remove excess
chocolate and wipe over with a cloth
moistened with methylated spirits.
Wash with warm, soapy water.
Toffee:
Scrape the stained surface
clean and wash with very hot
water. Wipe with a cloth moistened
with methylated spirits, then with
warm soapy water.
Battery acid:
Battery acid is a severe
corrosive agent which may destroy
the surface of your fabric or
permanently stain it. Apply ammonia
quickly to the acid to neutralise it.
Wash with warm, soapy water.
Always dilute the acid quickly.
Liquor and Fruit Stains:
Wash
stained area with very hot water and
allow to dry thoroughly. Wipe with
clean cloth moistened with
methylated spirits. Do not use warm,
soapy water as this sets the stain.
Ice Cream:
Try warm, soapy water.
If not successful, wash repeatedly
with very hot soapy water, then
cold water. Wipe with a cloth
moistened with methylated spirits,
then warm, soapy water again. Stain
may
become permanent unless removed
quickly.
Tar:
Tar is virtually impossible to
remove if left for any length of time.
Quick action with a little kerosene or
mineral turpentine on a clean cloth
is recommended. Then wash with
warm, soapy water.
Paint:
While the paint is still wet or
tacky, apply mineral turpentine with
a clean cloth. Wash with warm,
soapy water. Again, immediate
action is essential as dry paint
cannot be removed without
damaging the fabric.
It is important to note
that no
abrasive cleaners or cleaning agents
containing solvents other than those
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