Yacht Manual DEHLER 35
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11. Maintenance, repairs and cleaning
11.1 Hull, deck
Winter storage is the right time to thoroughly inspect the hull and other weight-bearing
elements of the construction. If the gel coat is damaged and the laminate has become visible,
this fine layer must be repaired, starting with sanding the bottom layer, the application of a
new gel coat and sealing it subsequently by sanding and polishing. You can get the right
repair packages and useful information from your distributor.
For cleaning and servicing all components of the technical equipment of the boat you will
find useful information in the different chapters of this manual or in the special
manufacturers’ installation and maintenance instructions, which are among the boat’s
documentation.
Information for maintenance of the deck
Stainles steel fittings: Polish matt or dark areas so that the stainless steel keeps its anti-
corrosion properties
Winches, Blocks: Dismantle, clean and treat with suitable grease at least for winter storage
Windows, Hatch covers: Wash with clean water and polish with a soft cloth
Teak: Regularly wash with clear water. For a richer
oil
11.2 Cleaning
Clean the parts of the boat under the waterline of your Dehler 35 as soon as the boat is taken
out of the water. High-pressure cleaning machines remove every kind of vegetation. The
next task is the repair and cleaning of the gel coat and varnish. All paint manufacturers give
extensive information with their treatment and painting systems.
For boats sailing in salt-water areas: Salt residues bind with water and accelerate corrosion.
Where possible, wash the boat with freshwater
11.3 Ventilation
No matter whether your boat is stored under a roof or in the open air during winter, correct
ventilation avoids corrosion, mould stains and fungi. In clear weather, the low air humidity in
winter quickly lets your boat dry out.
11.4 Rigging
During winter storage, the rigging should also be thoroughly checked. The standing and
running rigging especially but also the halyard block housings and the mast and boom profiles
should be checked. When the rigging is down, you can repair every small bit of damage with
very little effort.
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