Hunter H426, Owner'S Manual

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STORAGE/WINTERIZATION
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IMPORTANT
Winter storage is recommended to be done in one of the following three
ways, either: 1) by blocking the boat via a cradle 2) with chained stands on
level ground; or 3) by storing the boat in the water with a bubbler system to
prevent icing. Damage to your boat, including engine misalignment caused
by twisting, is not covered by the warranty .
SAILS
Sails should be properly folded and
stowed in a dry, well-ventilated
place. Many sailboat owners send
their sails back to the sail manufac-
turer at the end of each season. The
sailmaker will check the stitching and
sailcloth for wear and store the sails
until the start of the next season.
ELECTRICAL
Remove battery from boat (Refer to
Engine Manual) and charge. It is a
good idea to also remove the elec-
tronics (radio, radar, etc) and store in
a safe place
.
CUSHIONS
Cushions should be removed and
stored at home if possible. If not,
prop them vertically to promote air
flow around each cushion.
Dry clean
only!
HATCHES
Tenting the deck during storage will
help prevent ice from forming and
damaging hatches and deck fittings.
The installation of a passive vent will
help with ventilation while the boat is
in storage.
WATER SYSTEM
Open a faucet and allow the pump to
empty the tank. Then add approxi-
mately two gallons (7.6L) of non-
toxic antifreeze solution to the tank
and repeat the pumping out proce-
dure.
A second method is to disconnect
the hoses at the pump, allowing
them to drain. Find the lowest point
in the system and disconnect the fit-
ting. Open all faucets to allow the
lines to drain. If possible, use a short
section of hose on the faucet to blow
through the lines to clear all water. A
diluted solution with baking soda will
help freshen the system.
WATER SYSTEM
Open valve and drain fully leave
valve open during lay-up time.
TOILET AND HOLDING TANK
Drain and flush toilet. Using non
toxic antifreeze in a 50/50 mixture
with water, pump through toilet and
into holding tank.
OUTBOARD ENGINE
Take it home and store it in a safe
place. Be very careful storing the gas
tank as the gasoline is very flamma-
ble. Refer to Engine Manual for spe-
cific maintenance schedule.
INBOARD ENGINE
Winterizing Fresh Water Cooled
Diesel Engines
1. Drain crankcase and transmission
and refill with fresh lubricant as
specified in Engine Manual.
2. Drain and clean all fuel filters and
change elements, gaskets, and
seals. Bleed all air from fuel sys-
tems.
3. Start engine and bring up to op-
erating temperature.
4. Close the sea cock, remove the
raw water pickup hose from the raw
water pump and immerse one end
into a 5-gallon (19L) bucket of anti-
freeze solution. Start engine and run