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The crew of Supernova performs several maintenance tasks while anchored, including electrical repairs and dinghy hull restoration. After troubleshooting a loss of power to the starboard aft head, the crew identifies a loose wire at the light switch and restores function to the 24-volt LED fixtures.2:41 To improve battery charging efficiency, they clean accumulated dust and bird droppings from the solar panels using a soft brush and water.6:14 The crew also plans to install a 24-volt to 12-volt DC-to-DC converter to properly power the bilge pumps.8:08 Finally, they haul out the dinghy to repair damaged fiberglass patches on the hull.9:49 They remove poorly adhered sections, sand the surface, and apply a new layer of thickened polyester resin to smooth the bottom.12:48 The crew confirms the repair is a temporary fix intended to last several years while they investigate a persistent water leak in the bilge.19:42

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