Repairs - Silver Fox Avant Eignerhandbuch

After launching the boat, open all the thru-hull valves and check
hoses and connectors for leaks. The location of thru-hulls is shown
in Section 5. Bring all the safety gear to the boat before setting out.
CAUTION! Ensure the anti-fouling paint suitability for aluminium.
Copper-based anti-fouling paints are not to be used.
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Repairs

In case of engine or equipment failure, contact the respective supplier.
Minor surface (gelcoat) damage on the hull and deck can be re-
paired by the owner himself. However, doing a good job requires
skill and effort:
− tape the surface around the damaged spot to protect it
− grind the perimeter of the dent to remove sharp edges and
degrease with acetone
− mix 1.5 to 2.0% of hardener in the gelcoat
− apply the gelcoat to the spot to be repaired so that it remains
slightly higher than the surrounding area
− attach a tape carefully over the repaired spot
− after the gelcoat has cured, remove the tape and sand the
repaired spot flush if necessary to make it neat
− polish the repaired spot with a polishing paste.
The colour scheme of the boat and more detailed instructions for
making repairs are available from the boatyard or your gelcoat
dealer.
When fitting new accessories, etc., to the boat, use only aluminium
or acid resistant steel rivets and screws. Isolate all equipment made
of metals other than aluminium from the hull and aluminium parts.
CAUTION! Certain retro-fittings and modifications may, if not cor-
rectly performed, damage the boat and compromise
safety. Contact the manufacturer or some other au-
thorised yard before making new grounding connec-
tions, hatches, etc., or hiring somebody else to do it.
CAUTION! Always switch off the current before any work on elec-
trical equipment. If you need to replace any electrical
components, make sure that they are compatible with
the onboard voltage.
CAUTION! Tape that will be applied on the side striping can harm
the original tape surface. Please make sure that the
material will comply.
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