M
aintenance
The
EchoBoat
is designed for easy maintenance. The following tips will help to prolong
the life of the
EchoBoat
and its components.
•
To prolong the life of the HDPE hull and finish, wash with mild soap and water after
each use.
•
IMPORTANT Rinse
EchoBoat
after use in saltwater and clean out biofouling and
debris as needed.
•
Do not run the thrusters at high speeds for for an extended period out of the water to
minimize noise and wear.
•
Check the access hatch gasket for cuts, cracks or deformation. This gasket seals
the
internal hull
area from water intrusion and should be checked frequently.
•
Lube gaskets
yearly with silicon
or silicon
based lubricants
.
•
Carefully inspect all batteries prior to and following each use per the instructions
provided for the batteries. Should any physical damage, swelling or “ballooning” be
evident please refer to the disposal steps covered in the battery instructions.
•
Check to make sure all
EchoBoat
hardware is tight.
CLEANING AND REPLACING THRUSTERS
Clean thrusters periodically to prolonging
thruster life.
With
3
/
8th
socket or end wrench remove the
nuts on thruster plate that are on either side
of the thruster.
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