Only use proven knots (sailor’s knots) and splicing when using lines or ropes. Secure all ends of lines
with a whipping to avoid fraying. With lines made out of synthetic material, the ends may be sealed
with heat. Dirty lines or ropes may be easily cleaned with lukewarm water and environmentally safe
soap or with sensitive cleaning materials. Always dry damp or wet lines and ropes before storing
them. Always keep your lines ready for use, that means always clean, coiled, and at the ready. One
knows a sailor from the condition of his lines and ropes.
Metal parts can be cleaned using common metal cleaning agents, but be aware some of them cannot
be used for chrome parts. Grating agents and special abrasives destroy the thin chrome layer.
All metal parts aboard should be regularly checked for rust and, where necessary, protected with
appropriate protection. This also applies to “salt-water proof” aluminum or stainless steel fittings.
To preserve the sparkly shine of stainless steel, you should polish these fittings several times a year
with a special polish or frequently coat them with a thin protective layer of grease. We recommend
using acid-free Vaseline or similar products found in specialized stores.
Note: Stainless steel may show small traces of rust after insufficient care and maintenance. This is
neither a reason for return nor an indication of poor manufacture. This is almost always caused by
inadequate care and maintenance. Even stainless steel requires periodic care, although not as much
as other metals.
Erosion and spare parts
Sometimes it cannot be avoided that damages may occur; highly loaded parts suffer under fatigue
and need to be replaced from time to time. If possible choose original and genuine parts, or at least
parts of equivalent quality and specification. Highly loaded parts have to comply to specific strength
and stiffness criteria you shouldn`t go into compromises on those parts as they will have a direct
impact on the vessels and your personal safety.
If you need further assistance or have questions regarding spare parts and their specification ask the
SHIPYARD.
Service and repair
If minor repairs or even structural failures and damages on the boats hull or engine have to be fixed,
ask a specialist. They have the required knowledge and experience on the technology and have the
ability to bring the boat back to its original condition.
Winter storage
The winter storage should be used to do an extensive inspection on the hull and all its structural parts
and components.
Because the boat will be unattended for a long period, you should protect the boat against climatic
influences and cover the boat properly. It is very important that air can circulate under the cover, no
matter whether the boat is stored outside or in the inside of a shed. All the ventilation openings in
the boat should remain open.
Moreover the cover should be fixed properly, so that it will stay in place even in bad weather
conditions. Often chafe of ropes and lines on the hull side become a problem, therefore you should
protect the hull against those damages.
When storing the boat also consider chapter 1.1.8, attachment points for crane, slip and transport”.
Remove the water and drain the seawater circuits of the engine systems, including the exhaust
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