PDQ Yachts 36 Capella Owner's Manual page 39

Weekly:
• Check all fasteners on lifelines and nets. Replace any damaged items.
Check that lifelines are tight. (Section 7-7)
• Check running rigging, as you use it, for excessive wear. (Section 7-3)
• Flush rope clutches, blocks etc., with fresh water. (Section 7-3)
• Check batteries. Ensure that the electrolyte is topped up and all connections
are tight. (Section 7-6)
• Check fuel, engine control and exhaust systems. (Section 7-4)
Quarterly:
• Check running rigging for wear.
• Clean rope clutches and winches with fresh water and re- grease where
required.
• Check lifelines for corrosion and tighten or replace as required, Check the
net for chafe.
• Check standing rigging, looking carefully for damaged or bent wire, and
cracked swages or bent turnbuckles. Check and reset tensions as required.
Clean turnbuckle threads and oil lightly
• Check propane supply lines, connections and fittings for leaks. Make sure
all fittings are tight and in good physical condition.
• Check that fresh water hose connections are not leaking. Check for signs of
corrosion in hose clamps and fasteners. Clear foreign matter that could
cause blockages.
• Check tightness of window fasteners. The screws should be snug but do not
over tighten them.
• Check all watertight compartments for signs of water entry. Move loss gear
as required to get a clear view.
•
Check operation of all seacocks – open and shut them several times to
ensure smooth operation.
PDQ 36 Capella - Owner's Manual
Suggested Schedules 7-2
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