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7.1 Boat Care.
The RS 700 is made using an epoxy FRP and foam sandwich laminate. This
is stiff and light, but will dent if subjected to point loading. The boat should be
supported ashore on a recognised RS trolley and care must be taken with the
trapeze harness hooks when capsized.
Obviously in dealing with a marine environment, equipment gets wet, which in
itself is not a problem. The problem starts when moisture is trapped for any
length of time. The key, therefore, is to store the boat properly ashore. Water
absorption could cause blistering and raised fibre pattern.
Keep your dinghy drained and well ventilated.
• Ensure the boat is stored with bow raised to allow water to drain away.
• If leaving the under cover on the boat, ensure that the transom is open
for drainage and that there is a hole below the daggerboard slot to
allow water to drain.
Wash with fresh water.
Fresh water evaporates far more quickly than salt water; so if your dinghy has
been sailed in salt water wash it off thoroughly. The fittings will also work
better if regularly washed.
Hull damage falls into three categories:
• SERIOUS – large hole, split, crack or worse. Don't be too distressed!
Get the remnants back to RS Racing – most problems can be repaired.
• MEDIUM – small hole or split, gel crazing. If this occurs during an
event, sailing can often be continued as long as leaking can be
prevented by drying the area and applying strong adhesive tape.
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