Sailfish 290 CC Owner's Manual - Trim Tab Maintenance Tips

01/20/2015

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Trim Tab Maintenance Tips

Cleaning

The attractive surface appearance of 

stainless steel cannot be regarded 

as completely maintenance-free. Our 

304 Series Stainless Steel may in fact 

stain, discolor, or accumulate a layer of 

surface contamination (dirt and grime) 

during the normal course of the life 

cycle.

Minute particles of dust and rust may 

adhere to the stainless steel during 

shipping, installation or storage at 

OEM or retail locations.

Also, please remember that some 

types of stainless steel fasteners tend 

to “bleed” over the tabs and onto the 

boat. To achieve maximum corrosion 

resistance, the surface of the stainless 

steel must be kept clean and free of all 

these contaminants.

NOTE: LENCO RECOMMENDS AN 

ACID AND WATER SOLUTION TO 

CLEAN THE TRIM TAB BLADES. 

MARYKATE’S ON & OFF PRODUCT 

IS A GOOD CHOICE. RINSE THOR-

OUGHLY UPON COMPLETION. 

BIODEGRADABLE, BUT PLEASE 

FOLLOW THE MANUFACTURER’S 

INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE APPLYING.

Sacrificial Anodes 

for your Lenco  SS 

Trim Tabs

Be aware that stray currents in your 

marina or in a visiting marina can 

cause damage to your trim tab blades 

if not protected by sacrificial anodes.

•  The addition of anodes on each tab 

will deter electrolysis.

•  Do not paint under the anode or the 

anode itself.

•  Check Anode condition frequently. 

Replace when necessary.

Visual inspection of 

system

•  Periodically inspect all wires, 

mounting brackets, and hardware 

for damage.

•  Make sure all mounting brackets 

are secure and working properly.

•  Periodically test system for smooth 

operation.