TRANSPORTATION
CAUTION
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Do not route tie down ropes or straps over seat upholstery
as they may leave permanent marks on the seat surface. It
is also advisable to wrap tie down cordage with clean rags
where they touch the body of the boat to avoid scratches or
damage.
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Before putting the boat on the trailer or transporting it, be
sure to put the throttle lever in "Forward", otherwise the
reverse gate may hit an obstruction, causing damage.
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When transporting the boat on a trailer, secure the bow 'U' bolt to the trailer and
tension a webbing strap around the boat and trailer approximately one third the
length of the boat from the stern.
WARNING
Always place the fuel tap and master switch in the "OFF"
position when transporting or storing the boat. Failure to turn
off the fuel tap could result in fuel leaking into the engine or
engine compartment, which would create a fire hazard.
Failure to turn off the master switch will slowly drain the
battery.
STORAGE
BUOYANCY TUBE
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It is advisable that prior to storing over the winter months the buoyancy tubes are
inflated and hosed down with fresh water. Particular attention should be given to
hosing away any small stones which may have become wedged between the
buoyancy tube and the glass fibre (g.r.p.) hull. Allow the craft to dry and if possible
store with the tubes lightly inflated. If this is not possible we suggest that the
buoyancy tubes be folded down into the g.r.p. section of the hull and tied loosely
into position.
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It is important to store away from rodents.
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Boat storage for prolonged periods of time, such as winter storage, requires
preventative maintenance to ensure against deterioration. It is advisable to have
the boat serviced by your dealer prior to storage. However, the following
procedures can be performed by the owner with a minimum of tools.
FLUSHING THE COOLING SYSTEM
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Flushing out the cooling system is essential in order to prevent it from being
clogged up with salt, sand or dirt.
NOTE :
Use the water hose connector for the cooling system flushing.
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