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6.2 Foil Care
RS Cat 14 Rudder blades are manufactured from anodised Aluminium extrusions
with injection moulded glass reinforced Nylon ends. Lower mouldings are bonded
in with polyurethane adhesive sealant. Upper mouldings are riveted or screwed in.
Lower mouldings are sealed, however over time there may be some water ingress.
If this occurs the blade should be inverted to allow water removal through the drain
holes in the top of the moulding. Rudder blades contain closed cell foam to ensure
buoyancy and limit potential water ingress.
Maintenance
• Foils should be rinsed with fresh water after use.
• Anodising will prevent surface corrosion, however if surface damage does occur
the aluminium should be polished with wax polish e.g. car polish.
• Nylon mouldings are maintenance free but can be replaced if damaged.
If you are going to trail your boat frequently, you may wish to invest in an RS Sailing
padded rudder bag. This will protect your RS Cat 14 from any damage caused by the
foil.
6.3 Spar Care
The mast are aluminium. Wash with fresh water as often as possible, both inside and
out. Check all of the riveted fittings on a regular basis for any signs of corrosion or
wear.
6.4 Sail Care
The mainsail should be rolled and stored dry, out of direct sunlight. When using
a new sail for the first time, try to avoid extreme conditions as high loads on new
sailcloth can diminish the racing life of the sail. If your sail is stained in any way, try
to remove it using a light detergent and warm water.
DO NOT
attempt to launder the
sail yourself.
A sail can be temporarily repaired using a self-adhesive cloth tape, such as Dacron
or Mylar. The sail should be returned to a sail maker for a professional repair. Check
for wear and tear, especially around the batten pockets, on a regular basis.
6.5 Fixtures and Fittings
All of the fixtures and fittings have been designed for a specific purpose in the boat.
These items may break when placed under any unnecessary load, or when used for
a different function to their intended purpose. To ensure optimum performance, wash
the fixtures and fittings with fresh water regularly, checking shackles, bolts, etc. for
tightness.
6 - Maintenance
Summary of Contents for RSCAT 14
Page 1: ...Rigging Manual V2 PLEASE FOLLOW ASSEMBLY GUIDE IN CORRECT ORDER...
Page 9: ...7 4 1 Assembly Guide Hulls PLEASE FOLLOW ASSEMBLY GUIDE IN CORRECT ORDER...
Page 22: ...20 4 2 Assembly Guide Mast PLEASE FOLLOW ASSEMBLY GUIDE IN CORRECT ORDER...
Page 27: ...25 4 3 Assembly Guide Sails PLEASE FOLLOW ASSEMBLY GUIDE IN CORRECT ORDER...
Page 44: ...42 PLEASE FOLLOW ASSEMBLY GUIDE IN CORRECT ORDER 4 5 Assembly Guide Foils...
Page 45: ...43 4 5 Assembly Foils a b Locking gudgeon Push to release...
