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ICEBOX
Remove any remaining food from the icebox and wash down thoroughly with warm water
and detergent solution.
Odors can be removed with a baking soda and water solution, and an open box of baking
soda left in the icebox will continue to remove odors throughout storage.
Completely pump out any water from the bottom of the icebox and make sure pump is
completely dry of any water.
Leave icebox lid open during storage to allow ventilation.
STOVE
Depressurize the gas system and close all valves. Clean stove thoroughly. Remove fuel
tanks and clean to remove any salt accumulation from their surface. Wipe down stove
and tanks with a rag while applying a light layer of WD-40 or other lightweight,
protective oil.
INTERIOR
Remove as much loose gear from the boat as possible and store in a clean dry place.
If cushions are left on board be sure they are dry and propped on edge to encourage
ventilation.
Rinse and dry all floorboards and store them on their edge to encourage ventilation.
Leave all lockers clean and open for ventilation.
COVERING THE BOAT
Cover the boat adequately during storage to prevent excessive weathering.
BE SURE THE COVER DOES NOT CHAFE BOAT.
Ventilation between the winter cover and the boat is required to avoid build up of
humidity.
CAUTION! DO NOT USE BLACK POLYETHYLENE AND DO NOT
SHRINK-WRAP THE BOAT BY TAPING TO THE HULL. ALWAYS
ASSURE GOOD VENTILATION.
SAILS
Remove the sails, clean following the sail makers recommendations and store in a clean
dry space.
