Cobalt Digital Inc CS3, Owner'S Manual

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ROUBLESHOOTING
If your Cobalt boat has sling location decals on
each side of the hull to indicate where each sling
should be located, use them to position the slings.
If your boat does not have decals, contact your
authorized Cobalt dealer to identify the proper
location for slings. Slings may need to be adjusted
forward or aft for your particular boat.
1 – Flat, wide-belting sling
Storage Cradle
Only use a storage cradle or the trailer designed for
your boat to store your boat when it is not in the
water. A storage cradle or your boat’s trailer will
provide proper support and prevent stress on the
hull.
Position the storage cradle as close to the sling tag
locations as possible. Use caution not to damage
any underwater fittings.
The storage cradle must completely touch the hull
for proper support. Avoid any gaps between the
cradle and the hull.
1 – Hull completely on cradle — right
2 – Gap between hull and cradle — wrong
Store your Cobalt boat on a storage cradle with the
bow slightly elevated, the same attitude as if the
boat were floating at rest. If the boat is stored with
the bow down, moisture will not be able to move to
the engine bilge area and out of the boat. Remove
the transom drain plug.
Be sure that all compartments in the bilge
completely drain. Mold and mildew may form as a
result of the inability of moisture to escape.
STORAGE/WINTERIZATION
Preparing for winter lay-up is important. In frigid
zones, be particularly attentive to items that can be
damaged by freezing. Freeze damage is not
covered by warranty.
The following items require special attention for
winterization. Your Cobalt boat may not include all
the features described. Have your authorized
Cobalt dealer perform winterization procedures for
the following:
• Engine cooling and exhaust systems
• Fuel system
• Batteries
• Air conditioning
• Generator and muffler
• Waste water system
• Freshwater system
• Gray water system
• Cockpit heater
After the boat has been properly positioned on a
storage cradle, thoroughly wash the hull, deck and
interior compartments. Allow a couple of days of air
drying before covering the boat, store all cushions
in the OPEN position and open all storage areas.
This will help prevent mold/mildew from forming.
Perform preventive maintenance to the interior and
exterior of your boat following the information in
Section 5
, Interior and Exterior Care .
Cover the boat with the mooring cover. If a
temporary poly cover, such as shrink wrap, is used,
your authorized Cobalt dealer will install several
vents to provide adequate ventilation to prevent
mold or mildew.
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