Carver 396 Motor Yacht 2003, Owner'S Manual

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of antifreeze flows from the overboard discharge
fitting.
26. Close the aft toilet’s direct overboard discharge
seacock.
27. Switch the Forward and Aft Waste Pump circuit
breakers "OFF".
28. When you remove your boat from storage and
prepare to use it again, flush and pump the waste
tanks to remove the antifreeze.
Wash the exterior of the boat, particularly the underwa-
ter portions. Remove as much aquatic growth as pos-
sible while it is still wet. Once the growth has dried it is
more difficult to remove.
Check the zinc sacrificial anodes for deterioration. If the
zincs shows signs of deterioration have them replaced
before spring launch. Check stainless steel rails and
fittings for signs of rust. Remove rust prior to winter
lay-up. Inspect the underwater portions of the hull.
Review anything that looks out of the ordinary with
your Carver Dealer.
Air out the cushions and make sure they are dry. Stor-
ing damp cushions leads to mildew. Position the cush-
ions so air can circulate around them. Purchase and
position moisture accumulators throughout the boat.
These help reduce the amount of moisture that accumu-
lates during storage. Remove everything from the boat
that could spoil or freeze while the boat is stored. Also
remove all dried food. Food attracts mice and insects.
To give your boat the maximum protection while it is in
storage, Carver recommends that you place your boat in
dry, as opposed to wet, storage.
Protecting the boat from the elements during winter
storage is advised. Have your marina shrink wrap the
boat or have a winter storage cover made. Occasionally
check on the boat while it is in storage to make sure
that it is in good condition.
Exterior
Interior
Storage
Dry Storage