Malibu Boats M235 2019, Owner'S Manual

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2019 Malibu Boats, LLC Owner’s Manual • Page 194
3 and 4: On each side of the engine, integrated into the water-
circulating manifolds.
5. The transom, under the swim board, slightly starboard.
6. The T-handle in the center bilge compartment, located
beneath the piehole near the driver’s helm.
All drain plugs in the boat,
regardless of the engine
manufacturer, must be
removed and all water
drained prior to storage, particularly during winter
months, to avoid potential freezing and damage to the
engine and the boat. Such damage is not covered under
warranty!
If the batteries are removed for storage, they should be fully
charged prior to removal. Batteries should be stored in cool (but
not cold), dry locations. Never store batteries near heat devices or
anything that causes a spark or electrical charge. Fully recharge the
battery prior to reinstallation.
(NOTE: If the battery is removed from the boat, the automatic
bilge system will not operate and water will not be discharged
from the bilge. Therefore, boats that are stored in water must
not have the batteries removed.)
Additional steps to complete for storage:
• Thoroughly wash and clean the boat, inside and out, as
instructed in the On-Going Care section of this Owner’s Manual.
• Leave the bow slightly elevated so that any further draining of
water from the bilge system will run out and not accumulate
inside the bilge system.
• Remove the drain plug(s) and place them in see-through plastic
sacks or containers. Place them inside the boat so that they will
be immediately locatable for recommission.
• Using low-tack tape, tape around the exhaust flap so that vermin
cannot chew their way into and nest inside the exhaust system.
• Apply wax to the entire exterior surface to protect the hull and
deck finishes, particularly from dampness and condensation that
may occur.
• Disconnect the heater hoses (where equipped) and blow out all
water using compressed air.
• Remove the propeller and store in a safe place.
• Remove the seat cushions and store in cool, dry location. Open
all storage compartments and areas to allow air circulation.
(Without it, mold and mildew may invade the compartments.)
• Prop the engine compartment lid open several inches to allow for
air circulation.
• If the boat will be outdoors, use an optional Malibu canvas cover
that has been sewn to fit the boat deck snugly and not allow
intrusions of rain and/or snow.
• Chock the trailer wheels if the boat is stored on a trailer.
When recommissioning the boat for the following boating
season, reverse the above steps, plus add the following:
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