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A CO2 detector alarm triggered by hydrogen gas emissions prompted the replacement of six-year-old house batteries on the Lazy Gecko.1:44 The crew removed the old golf cart batteries and installed four new Trojan six-volt batteries, wired in pairs to create a 12-volt house bank.2:05 To monitor future hydrogen levels, they installed a small testing meter and added a vent to the battery compartment.2:47 Separately, the crew hired Dane from DS Diving for a professional hull cleaning in Jacksonville.5:56 The diver recommended a monthly cleaning schedule for Florida waters to prevent heavy fouling, which increases drag and labor costs.6:58 The service includes cleaning the waterline, keel, through-hulls, and running gear, as well as inspecting zincs and the propeller for efficiency.6:22 Regular maintenance costs approximately $2.25 per foot, whereas cleaning a heavily fouled hull requires significantly more time at an hourly rate of $80.7:22

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