Small Vessels
| Hull | |
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Regularly check that all watertight closures will keep water out.
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Monthly At least annually. |
| Inspect and renew as needed - Anti-fouling bottom paint / topside cleaning / waxing | End of season |
| Inspect all through-hull fittings and attachments for leaks. | Weekly |
| Check all through-hull fittings can be moved to closed position | Week 1 |
| Check all above-deck watertight and through-deck fittings, including cleats, stanchion mounts, hatches, ports, doors, antenna mounts, and the hull to deck seal. | Week 2 |
| Check the cabin interior for water and stains, which could signal a leak and weak materials. | Week 3 |
| Machinery | |
| Change main engine and auxiliary generator oil and filter at the hours of operation interval recommended by the manufacturer or once a year, whichever comes first. | Insert manufacturers recommended intervals, e.g. “Every 300 hours” |
| Check fluid levels, oil, water, engine coolant | Daily |
| Check the engine(s) for oil or fuel leaks. | |
| Tune up gasoline engines every year and replace electrical parts, such as spark plugs, as needed. | |
| Inspect and tighten all hoses and drive belts often. Replace them when they are worn or cracked. | |
| Inspect the starter motor and alternator. | |
| Check that bilge alarms and pumps sound or turn on when activated. | Weekly. |
| Taking care not to pollute, verify that the bilge pumping system or bilge pump(s) clear water from the bilges. | At least annually. |
| Maintain painted surfaces and apply a light coating of oil every year to reduce corrosion. [are there pollution issues here?] | |
| Inspect and service transmissions and outdrive units according to manufacturer’s recommendations. | Insert manufacturers recommended intervals |
| Pressure check outdrive units. | |
| Check transmission fluids and gear oil for water. | |
| Change transmission fluids and gear oil. | Insert manufacturers recommended intervals and next due date. |
| Grease universal joint, gimbal bearing, propeller spline, and unit fittings. | |
| Check bellows and water seals and replace, if needed. | |
| Check and replace the sacrificial zinc anodes on shafts, props, tabs, and other underwater gear, as well as engine-mounted zincs on the underside of exhaust elbows or risers and on the end caps of heat exchangers to guard against corrosion. | |
| Clean and service outdrive unit. | |
| Verify that the steering gear has its full range of motion and that the gear moves easily, without being loose. | Annually or as recommended by manufacturer. |
| Check anchor and cable/rope/chain for wear. | At beginning of season. |
| Electrical System | |
| Test all circuits for proper operation. | |
| Inspect all exposed wiring, fuse/ breaker panels and electrical equipment. Wire insulation should be intact and contacts and connectors should be secure and clean. | |
| Replace defective parts. | |
| Secure loose wiring. | |
| Inspect and test batteries. Batteries should be in approved boxes or trays, well ventilated and securely fastened. | |
| Safety Systems | |
| Check lifejackets for deterioration. | Beginning of season. |
| Send liferaft for servicing at a station accredited by the manufacturer. | As required by regulation - insert date. |
| Check liferaft hydrostatic release unit expiry date. | Beginning of season. |
| Check first aid kit and re-stock as necessary. | Monthly |
| Check fire/smoke detectors (replace battery) | Beginning of season. |
| Check fire hoses in place and equipment operational (nozzle) | Beginning of season. |
| Have fire extinguishers inspected by technician. | At recommended intervals - see documentation and insert next due date. |
| Check EPIRB battery validity. | Beginning of season. |
| Other Systems | |
| Inspect and service the fuel tank, filter, fitting, and lines on a regular basis. Keep tanks free of scale, dirt, and water. | |
| Flush and chlorinate the fresh water system. | |
| Check all fresh water lines and connections for tightness. Repair and/or replace as needed. | |
| Check, clean and lubricate mechanical parts of all systems as needed for proper operation. These systems include hydraulic trim systems, air systems, anchoring systems, and bilge and sanitation systems. | |
| Check safety equipment: lifejackets, flares, fire extinguishers, liferafts, life buoys, bilge pumps, oars, anchors, etc. | |
| Check radio equipment, antennas, batteries, and backup systems. | |
| Inspect and clean covers and upholstery. | |
| Replace any outdated or damaged equipment. | |
| Sailing Vessels | |
| Inspect all standing and running rigging and sails. | |
| Clean and repair sails as needed. | |
| Lubricate winches, blocks, turnbuckles and other mechanical equipment. | |
Version 1.0
Sample Maintenance Schedule
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