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The propeller on Wayra began "singing"—a resonant vibration caused by turbulence at the trailing edge of the blades—following a recent paint job.1:26 The crew resolved the issue by filing the trailing edge of each blade while the boat was in the water.1:53 Upon arriving at Marina du Château in Brest, France, to wait out unfavorable weather, the crew performed maintenance tasks, including calibrating a new autopilot system.3:30 The calibration required both a static setup and a series of turns in the harbor, which were impractical to complete during the previous passage.6:23 Additionally, the crew addressed a recurring issue with their washing machine, which vibrated violently during the spin cycle because the transport bolts had not been removed.9:17 After removing the three rear bolts, the machine operated correctly at 1,300 RPM.10:21 The crew decided to remain in Brest for several days to avoid 25-knot winds and unfavorable sea states, using the time for local sightseeing and boat repairs before continuing toward Spain.5:33

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