Annually (every
400hrsfor
engine)
Equipment
Sails and rigging
(Running rigging)
(Standing rigging)
(Rigging screws)
(mast/boom)
(ropes)
(sails)
(reefing system)
Fittings
Winches and
windlasses
Ground tackle
Cathodic
protection
Bilges
Steering systems
(wire steering)
Engine systems
Water
/waste
systems
Gas system
Electrical system
Electronics
Safety equipment
Maintenance and checks
Refer to
'Hints
and advice on rigging and tuning your kemp
mast'
- autumn overhaul.
Check thoroughly.
Remove and examine thoroughly.
Check and grease threads.
Check mast, boom and spinnaker pole(s) for wear, corrosion, etc. Clean and rinse
with freshwater.
Check for wear, damage, etc.
Check for
wear,
damage, etc.
Clean and rinse with freshwater. Lubricate all moving parts.
Smear all aluminium fittings and
anodised
surfaces with wax polish.
Check for security, wear, corrosion and correct operation. Lubricate in accordance
with
manufacurers
literature.
Check all anchors and ground tackle for security and serviceability. Lightly grease all
shackles.
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Check sacrificial anode for erosion and all bonding cables for security and condition.
Check limber holes are free from obstruction.
Strip and clean completely, lubricate all moving parts in accordance with the
manufacturers literature. Check wires for signs of wear and deterioration.
Renew fuel filters, drain and clean fuel tanks. Check and adjust valve clearances,
gearbox lubricating oil and cooler water box, water inlet strainer, service injectors,
inspect engine mounts and bolts for security and signs of wear, damage or
deterioration, engine alignment is correct, all controls for security and serviceability,
all fuel, oil and coolant pipes are secure and free leaks. Lightly smear fuel filler cap
thread with vaseline to prevent the ingress of water and assist
useage.
Lightly smear freshwater filler cap thread with vaseline to prevent the ingress of water
and assist useage. Check correct operation of water pressure pump cut-out (refer to
manufacturers literature as necessary).
Check gas bottles for signs of corrosion. Examine regulator for corrosion and
damage. If in doubt, have it checked by a qualified engineer. Renew all flexible hoses.
Test all gas taps and controls for safe operation. Ensure that the gas bottle locker is
clean and that all drain holes are free from blockages.
Check all exposed plugs, sockets and connections for security and corrosion. Lightly
smear with a
Silicone
grease.
Check for security of mounting, free from corrosion and correct operation.
Examine all safety equipment for serviceability. Where the equipment has a finite
life, check that it is not out of date. If unsure as to the condition of any safety
equipment, have it checked professionally.
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