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Proper maintenance can also extend the lifespan of a watercraft by many years, saving lots of money. The instructions below outline how to properly maintain a Rigid Inflatable Boat (Rib), but the principles can be applied to any watercraft.\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EBefore putting these things into practice, make sure you have the help of someone with the right knowledge and experience, as well as safe access to the watercraft being maintained. Sea Scouts, Sea Cadets or Royal Navy personnel are good bets!\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003C/ul\u003E\n\u003Ch3\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EMaintain your machines\u003C/strong\u003E\u003C/h3\u003E\n\u003Col\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EGather at your Rigid Inflatable Boat (Rib) and give individuals or groups the following instructions. Have your expert demonstrate the following processes and explain to everyone why they\u2019re done in this way.\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EKeep it clean.\u003C/strong\u003E Regularly cleaning your Rib is one of the best ways to keep it looking new and helps you to spot any damage as soon as it occurs. This is especially important if it\u2019s used at sea, as leaving saltwater on the Rib can quickly cause damage to all components, whilst sand or small stones can damage the fibreglass.\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003ECover up.\u003C/strong\u003E A cover for when it\u2019s not being used will help keep the Rib free of leaves, debris or unwelcome critters. It\u2019ll also help protect the plastic parts from UV rays, which could cause them to degrade or discolour over time.\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EEngine service.\u003C/strong\u003E Having the engine fully serviced by the manufacturer at suitable intervals is the best way to keep it healthy and working properly. This also helps to spot small problems before they cause big damage. Regular engine checks should include checking the propeller for damage and the amount of oil (in a four-stroke engine).\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EFill the tanks.\u003C/strong\u003E Keeping the fuel tanks topped up will stop any condensation forming in the empty space in the tank, as this can trickle into the fuel. This may damage the engine or allow algae to form in the tanks, which can block the engine intake. Any sediment at the bottom of the tank could also get sucked into the engine and cause damage, if the tanks run too low.\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EGet on the water.\u003C/strong\u003E Regularly using your Rib out on the water and testing all the parts and functions, as well as any extra equipment like anchors or rescue lines, will help you spot anything that\u2019s not as it should be. Boats are designed to be used regularly and this will help keep everything nice and flexible, keep the oil coating the engine and help you to really get a feel for how your craft behaves.\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003C/ol\u003E\n\u003Caside\u003ESteps two to six can all be applied to other watercraft. There may be other components or materials that need caring for and maintaining. 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