Spar Care; Sail Care; Fixtures & Fittings - RS Feva Owner's Manual

If you are going to trail your boat frequently, you may wish to invest in some RS
Racing padded rudder bags. These will protect your RS Feva from any damage
caused by the foils.
The mast and boom
inside and out. Check all of the riveted fittings on a regular basis for any signs of
corrosion or wear.
The mainsail should be rolled and stored dry, out of direct sunlight. When using a
new sail for the first time, try to avoid extreme conditions as high loads on new
sailcloth can diminish the racing life of the sail.
If your sail is stained in any way, try to remove it using a light detergent and warm
water. DO NOT attempt to launder the sail yourself.
A sail can be temporarily repaired using a self-adhesive cloth tape, such as
or Mylar. The sail should be returned to a sail maker for a professional repair. Check
for wear and tear, especially around the
All of the fixtures and fittings have been designed for a specific purpose in the boat.
These items may break when placed under any unnecessary load, or when used for
a different function to their intended purpose. To ensure optimum performance, wash
the fixtures and fittings with fresh water regularly, checking shackles, bolts, etc. for
tightness.

6.3 Spar Care

are aluminium. Wash with fresh water as often as possible, both

6.4 Sail Care

6.5 Fixtures and Fittings
batten pockets, on a regular basis.
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