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The crew of Zatara performs a maintenance overhaul on the starboard engine’s raw water pump while docked at a marina in the Maldives.3:13 A leaking shaft seal caused saltwater to drip onto the alternator, leading to corrosion and seizure of the unit.3:30 After removing the pump, the crew replaces the impeller and installs a new seal kit, noting that the old impeller had missing blades.5:32 They locate these fragments inside the heat exchanger to prevent future overheating.9:00 The repair restores the alternator to free-spinning operation.11:26 To simplify future maintenance, the owner recommends carrying a complete spare water pump assembly rather than relying solely on individual seal kits, as access to the pump housing in the engine room is restricted.12:18 The crew also emphasizes maintaining a full inventory of spare idler pulleys and belts for the engine's belt system to avoid immobilization.12:31 Following the repair, the crew clears local quarantine requirements via PCR testing and visits a nearby resort.14:53

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