Attachment_5_-_Coppercoat_Maintenance_Guide.pdf

This document is a Maintenance Guidelines document for Coppercoat Anti-Fouling Bottom Paint, dated 01.01.2023, providing detailed instructions for boat hull maintenance and cleaning. The guidelines specify that the paint is not maintenance-free and requires regular cleaning, with cleaning frequency dependent on water temperature, salinity, boat usage, and geographic location. Key maintenance recommendations include using a window washing squeegee or plastic putty spreader/knife to remove slime and grass, potentially using a pressure washer at 4000 psi while holding the tip about 4" from the hull at an angle, and employing indoor/outdoor carpet or scrub pads for cleaning.

The document provides specific guidance on handling various hull growth scenarios, such as significant grass or hard growth accumulation, and offers advice on cleaning techniques to prevent damage to the Coppercoat surface. It addresses touch-up procedures, recommending reviewing application instructions for partial coating of thin areas, and suggests preparing the hull before launching by washing with a pressure washer or water hose and scrubbing with a scotch pad to remove accumulated dirt. The maintenance guide emphasizes gentle cleaning methods to preserve the coating's integrity and effectiveness in preventing marine growth attachment.