Salt Water Care
Do not use automotive greases, marine lubricants, or household lubricants
Do not scrub with abrasives or other cleaning agents
Do not allow debris, dirt, or salt into the grease layer
XPod Care
Each Row
- Rinse salt water off the outside of XBoat Oarlocks and XPods with fresh water
- Leave the XPod attached to the oarlock to minimize exposure to salty water and air
When Re-Charging
- Gently wipe away any salt deposits with a clean, damp cloth
- Use 4:1 water and white vinegar solution for cleaning salty parts
- Do not scrub the XPod contacts with abrasives or other cleaning agents
Each Month
- Clean and dry electrical contacts
- Apply a thin film of Molykote 4 Electrical Insulating Compound to the contacts
Angle Reference Care
Each Month
- Remove and clean the Angle Reference screw
- Apply a thin coat of Molykote 4 Electrical Insulating Compound to the screw threads
- Replace the screw and tighten normally
- Wipe away excess insulating compound (if any)
Contact XBoat Support if you see any signs of corrosion from saltwater exposure
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