fountain mercury Express Cruiser 2005, Operation, Maintenance & Warranty Manual

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We do not recommend storing the boat in the water on a mooring
buoy, or tied to a dock. It is impossible to project situations that
could result in the boat becoming swamped, resulting in significant
damage, or total loss.
Store the boat with the cockpit cover on, and any provided poles
installed to prevent pooling of water on the cover.
When possible, cover the entire boat to protect from UV rays and the
elements.
Always store the boat in a "bow up" position. This way, any water
that may be in the boat, or find its way into the boat will move toward
the back and exit through the drain plugs.
Remove drain plugs when stored on the trailer.
We recommend the use of a dehumidifier in the cabin to prevent
moisture damage while storing the boat in moist climates.
Always winterize your boat for storage in freezing cli-
mates. Be sure to winterize all water systems, engines
and drives, and generator systems. Refer to a qualified
marine technician for this service. Freezing can cause
severe damage to marine engine components, water
systems and drive units.
It is recommended that you have your boat “bottom
painted” with an approved “anti-fouling” finish if you plan
to store it in the water for more that 48 hours at a time.
Extended submersion of painted surfaces can result in
blistering and other paint damage that is not covered
under warranty.
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Storage