Maintenance - OUYANG MATILDA 20 Owner's Manual

The following maintenance tips should be of value:
A. SPARS:
The mast and boom is silver anodized and protected against corrosion.
Dust, dirt, salt, smoke will stick to this coating, which can further be
protected by applying a good paste wax (Simonize, etc.)
B. RIGGING:
Clean rigging means clean sails. Wipe with a damp cloth before stepping
the mast.
Also, do periodical checks of turnbuckle take—ups, cotter pins, etc. and
keep spare parts of rigging gear if necessary.
If dacron line becomes stiff or dirty, soak in warm soapy water which
will make the line soft, clean and flexible again.
C. SAILS:
When storing sails in sailbags, always fold and bag them neatly. Remove
battens from sail pockets. If sails are wet, dry by hoisting them on a
calm day or stow below spread out to dry. Clean with a wet sponge or
hose off if sails become caked with salt. Check condition of sails
periodically for small tears and chafe. Send sails to a sailmaker if
necessary before it becomes too costly to repair.
HARDWARE:
The hardware of your MATILDA 20 is made from many types of materials,
all of which can cleaned and brought back to a bright finish with
automotive chrome cleaner or household detergent.
Winches must be cleaned and lubricated. Lubrication is important on all
moving parts. And this includes turnbuckles, sheaves, winches, etc. If
any part needs replacing – replace!
E. WOODWORK:
Teak wood is weather resistant due to its natural oils. In due course,
the teak turns grayish or blackish. This can be quickly remedies by
first sanding with a 80 grit garnet paper and oiled with teak oil.

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