BENETEAU 461, Owner'S Manual

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17.7 WINTERISATION
- Take advantage of laying-up to carry out a full inventory of the equipment.
- Check the expiry dates of the safety equipment.
- Have the liferaft overhauled.
- Empty the complete water system inside and outside and rinse it through with a mix of water and vinegar (do not use
chlorine-based products).
- Empty and rinse the entire blackwater system.
- Dry out and clean the boat's bilges.
- Grease and close all the valves and thru-hull fittings.
- Close all the boat's seacocks.
- Remove the depth sounder and speedometer heads.
- Put the covers back on the electronic screens.
- Use a dehumidifier in the saloon and ensure cabin and storage doors are left open.
- Air all of the cushions and upholstery for a while before putting them back onboard and arranging them so as to limit
contact between surfaces.
- Close the blackout curtains.
- Leave the fridge/icebox doors open to prevent mould and smells from developing.
- Protect the boat as well as possible with fenders.
- Make sure the boat is properly moored.
- Grease all mechanical and moving parts (bolts, hinges, locks...).
- Remove the sails and store them somewhere dry and well-ventilated.
- Remove the movable upholstery.
- Disconnect the batteries. Make sure you recharge them during the Winter period if the boat is left inactive for a long time.
- Engine winterisation requires a professional
engineer: please consult your dealer.
- This is not an exhaustive list of
recommendations: Your dealer will give you the
advice you need and will carry out technical
maintenance of your boat.
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