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10. Maintenance
Caution
» Modifications that may affect the safety characteristics of the craft should be assessed,
executed and documented by competent people.
» Any change in the disposition of the masses aboard may significantly affect the stability,
trim and performance of the boat
10.1. Maintenance of the electrical system
Information
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» Check all terminals for corrosion - corroded terminals and connectors should be repla-
ced or thoroughly cleaned.
» Tighten all terminals securely and spray them with light marine preservative oil.
» Check if all cables are securely fastened and that there are no signs of chafe or defects.
» Have corroded terminals replaced by a competent person.
Caution
» To prevent arcing or damage to the alternator, always disconnect battery cables before
doing any work on the engine's electrical system.
» Power feeds for accessory equipment must not be taken from the voltmeter terminals.
Warning
» Work on electrical wiring can create shock hazards or sparks.
» Always disconnect power sources
before checking electrical wiring or connectors.
10.2. Cleaning
Clean and rinse your Virtess 420 possibly just after you take out of the water. You may remove marine growth from your
boats bottom very effectively with a high pressure cleaner. Different cleaning and caring agents are available for the
maintenance of the boats surfaces. For boats navigating in sea water: Salt attracts water from the environment, this
speeds up corrosion. Whenever possible the boat should be rinsed with fresh water.
Do only utilise biodegradable detergents. Do not use abrasive cleaning agents they scratch and bleech the surfaces.
Clean heavy soilings with fresh water and care products. To clean off stains of lime (dried out water), use vinegar.
Upholstery is best cleaned using conventional carpet and upholstery cleaner. Check at a hidden place if that cleaner
is suitable for your piece of equipment.
The antifouling should be refreshed periodically. This prevents marine growth to settle on your boat. The immersed
part of your boat should be washed down using a high pressure equipment.
and
shut off battery switch, breakers and/or pull fuses
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