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Wash and rinse the entire Furlex system with fresh water and a mild detergent to remove dirt and salt
crystals.
Note! Some detergents contain substances which can cause aluminium to corrode, so it is important to
rinse all detergent off thoroughly.
When the parts have dried, the anodized surfaces of the luff extrusions can be treated with a silicon-
free boat polish or wax. This offers good protection and prevents particles of dirt from adhering and
then soiling the sail. The stainless steel components can be treated with a suitable polish.
Fig. 15.4.a
Fig. 15.4.b
Under no circumstances should an unwashed or damp Furlex be wrapped in plastic
or other impervious material.
In areas where frost can occur, the Furlex should be stored in a dry place or with it’s centre sections
raised. This is to avoid ice damage to luff sections at sub-zero temperatures.
15.4 Storage
15.3 Cleaning the Furlex
The Furlex system is preferably stored with the mast during the winter.
