4. Maintenance and Service
•Keep the equipment clean by frequently flushing with fresh water. In
corrosive atmospheres stainless parts may show discoloration/brown
staining around screw holes and rivets, this is not serious and can be
removed with a fine abrasive.
•Excess water should be removed from the hull.
•Ropes, rigging and fittings should be checked at regular intervals for wear
and tear.
•All moving parts should be lightly lubricated to avoid jamming, i.e.,
McLube, Dry Teflon or a dry silicone-based spray. Do not use Oil.
•Inspect all shackles to ensure they are tight. (Pliers should be used for this
operation.
•Damaged or worn parts should be replaced.
•Sails should be thoroughly washed down with fresh water, dried and
stored in a dry place.
•Trailers should be rinsed with fresh water and checked at regular intervals.
It is recommended that trailers be serviced annually.
•Repairs to the polyethylene hull should be undertaken only by persons
with the relevant equipment and skills.
•UV light will cause fading to some components and fittings, a cover is
recommended to reduce UV degradation.
•Do not leave the rig under tension when not sailing or during
storage.
•Your Bug should only be used in conjunction with the Bug specific
launching trolley. The use of any other launching trolley may
damage the hull and invalidate your warranty.
•The hull should NOT be left on a pebble beach, as the polyethylene
could dent.
•Care must be taken to support the hull adequately if storing on
racking or similar. Any sustained point loading could permanently
dent or distort the hull.
