Trim Tab Maintenance Tips
Trim Tab Maintenance Tips
CLEANING
The attractive surface appearance of stainless steel cannot be regarded as
completely maintenance-free. Our 304 Series Stainless Steel may in fact
stain, discolor, or accumulate a layer of surface contamination (dirt and
grime) during the normal course of the life cycle. Minute particles of dust
and rust may adhere to the stainless steel during shipping, installation, or
storage at OEM or retail locations. Also, please remember that some types
of stainless steel fasteners tend to “bleed” over the tabs and onto the boat.
To achieve maximum corrosion resistance, the surface of the stainless steel
must be kept clean and free of all of these contaminants.
NOTE: LENCO RECOMMENDS AN ACID AND WATER SOLUTION TO
CLEAN THE TRIM TAB BLADES. MARYKATE’S ON & OFF PRODUCT
IS A GOOD CHOICE. RINSE THOROUGHLY UPON COMPLETION.
BIODEGRADABLE, BUT PLEASE FOLLOW THE MANUFACTURER’S
INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE APPLYING.
PAINTING YOUR LENCO SS TRIM TABS and ACTUATORS
Painting your tabs and actuators with marine antifouling paint will
discourage marine algae or growth from adhering to these surfaces.
• Please follow the instructions supplied by your choice of marine paint
suppliers.
• When applying paint to the actuators, be sure that they are in the fully
retracted position. Do not paint the stainless steel ram above the area
that is exposed when retracted.
• Do not paint under the anode or the anode itself.
SACRIFICIAL ANODES FOR YOUR LENCO SS TRIM TABS
Be aware that stray currents in your marina or in a visiting marina can cause
damage to your trim tab blades if not protected by sacricial anodes.
• The addition of anodes on each tab will deter electrolysis.
• Do not paint under the anode or the anode itself.
• Check Anode condition frequently. Replace when necessary.
ELECTROLYSIS IS NOT A MANUFACTURING DEFECT AND IS NOT WARRANTABLE.
VISUAL INSPECTION OF SYSTEM
• Periodically inspect all wires, mounting brackets, and hardware for
damage.
• Make sure all mounting brackets and hardware are secure and
working properly.
• Periodically test system for smooth operation.
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