Inspections; Salt Water Corrosion; Cleaning; Hull Maintenance - Vanguard KD 300 Owner's Manual

To lengthen the working life of your RIB in warm climates and/or areas of high
UV radiation, it is advisable to use a boat cover when the RIB is not in use. For
best results, apply 303 Aerospace Protectant once or twice a month. If in
doubt, consult the RIB manufacturer or official sales office about this
treatment.
3.2.2
- Always have a visual check of the RIB before launching:
- Check all screws, nuts and bolts etc. are tight.
- Check there are no leaks in tubes, joints, tanks etc.
- Check the state of all circuits and wiring.
- Check the steering system.
- Inspections must be carried out at the beginning of each sailing season
and periodically during the season.
3.2.3
The RIB must always be cleaned with fresh water immediately after sailing in
salt water. If the RIB is used mainly in salt water, polish the hull every month
and apply an anti-corrosion product on all metal parts.
If the RIB is going to be stowed away, all water must be taken out, it must be
cleaned with fresh water and then dried before being deflated.
3.2.4
- As far as possible, avoid using cleaning products, and never pour them in the
water.
- Preferably, clean the RIB on shore.
- Avoid rubbing the hull: use a high-pressure water cleaner.
- Do not use abrasive cleaning products, solvents, ammonia or chlorine.
Do not wax or polish the rough parts or parts normally used as floor or deck, or
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3.2.5
The gelcoat is sensitive to any blow or scratching. Handle the RIB with great
care. Always have at hand some form of hull protection.
Light scratches can be eliminated by using a car polisher.
If the scratches do not disappear when being polished, it will be necessary to
sand them lightly with a water sander. Before sanding, clean the area
carefully. After sanding, clean the area and proceed to polish it.
In the case of a deep scratch as a result of n impact:
- Clean and sand the damaged area and clear all dust.
- Prepare the necessary gelcoat.
- Apply the gelcoat with a spatula and level the surface.
- Cover the area with cellophane. Remove when dry.
- Sand the repair with a water sander, then polish.
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OWNER´S MANUAL _ I N G – REV.J 06/22
SPECIFIC WARM CLIMATE MAINTENANCE

INSPECTIONS

SALT WATER CORROSION

CLEANING

WARNING - While cleaning, be careful not to slip on the soap's foam.

HULL MAINTENANCE

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