Grady-White Boats Gulfstream 232, Owner'S Manual

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Chapter 8: Gulfstream 232
Operation Of Optional Features
Battery Charger
This battery charger is located in the aft rigging compartment near the batteries. The shore
power must be connected for the battery charger to work. To activate, turn the breaker switch
located under the aft starboard gunwale to the “on” position. The battery charger has a built-in
isolator that senses the charging needs of all the batteries and distributes charge accordingly. At
the point that all batteries are nearly fully restored, the battery charger will automatically reduce
the current being sent to the batteries to a maintenance level. See the charger Operation Manual in
your Owner’s Packet for further information.
Outriggers
Outriggers allow you to spread the lines trolled from your boat and decrease the chance of
entanglement.
• Advantages
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Advantages of outriggers include: offering bait throughout a larger area behind the
boat, placing bait out of the wake zone, automatic drop back following strikes (which
allows for fish to completely accept bait), and a reduction in unnecessary twisting
action characteristic of artificial bait.
• Instructions
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Guidelines for proper installation and use are provided in your Owner’s Packet.
• Care And Maintenance
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Outriggers should be washed with freshwater, a mild soap and a soft cloth. The
outrigger poles should be sprayed down with freshwater. Never use acidic or abrasive
cleaners on outriggers.
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A periodic waxing of your outriggers is suggested if your boat is frequently exposed to
salt water. The wax will provide a protective coating and seal the pores of the metal. A
non-abrasive high quality marine or automotive wax is recommended. Before storage,
clean and wax the outriggers.
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During assembly, grease all threads, bolts, and tubes where one section is inserted into
another. Once a year disassemble and regrease all applicable surfaces.