PERSUIT DC 235 DUAL CONSOLE, Owner'S Manual

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Seasonal Maintenance
12-3
Section 12
DC235
washdown pump, will not remove the water
from the pump. Remove the outlet hose on
the pump, turn it on and allow it to pump out
any remaining water, approximately a cupful.
An alternate method is to use commercially
available nontoxic, potable water system
antifreeze. If antifreeze is used, pour the
mixture into a pail and put the raw water
intake lines into the solution. Run the pumps
one at a time until the antifreeze solution is
visible at all raw water faucets, discharge fit-
tings and drains. Make sure antifreeze has
flowed through all of the raw water drains.
Run the stern fishbox macerator pump until
all the water is removed from the fishbox
and the pump. To avoid damage to the
pump, DO NOT run pump dry for more than
ten seconds.
Marine Toilet
Winterize the marine toilet following the
manufacturer’s winterizing procedures; fol-
low the procedures exactly. Refer to the toi-
let owner’s manual. Drain the intake and
discharge hoses completely using low air
pressure if necessary. The head holding
tank and macerator discharge pump must
be pumped dry and one gallon of potable
water antifreeze poured into the tank
through the deck waste pumpout fitting.
After the antifreeze has been added to the
holding tank, open the overboard discharge
valve and activate the macerator pump until
the antifreeze solution is visible at the dis-
charge thru-hull.
Bilge
Coat all metal components, wire busses,
connector plugs (in the bilge), all strainers,
seacocks and steering components with a
protecting oil. The bilge pumps and bilge
pump lines must be completely free of water
and dried out when the boat is laid up for the
winter in climates where freezing occurs.
Compartments in the bilge that will not drain
completely should be pumped out and then
sponged until completely free of water. Dry
the hull bilge and self-bailing cockpit
troughs. Water freezing in these areas could
cause damage.
Hardtop
Makes sure all drain holes in the legs are
open and legs are completely free of water.
Remove the canvas and thoroughly clean
and store in a safe, dry place. Remove all
electronics. Coat all wire connectors and
bus bars in the helm compartment with a
protecting oil.
Clean the aluminum frame with soap and
water and dry thoroughly. Apply an alumi-
num metal protector to the entire frame to
reduce corrosion and pitting.
Covering for Winter Storage
Proper storage is very important to prevent
serious damage to the boat. If the boat is
stored outside, support and secure a stor-
age cover properly over the boat. It is best to
have a frame built over the boat to support
the canvas. It should be a few inches wider
than the boat so the canvas will clear the
rails and allow passage of air. If this cover is
fastened too tightly there will be inadequate
ventilation and can lead to mildew, moisture
accumulation, etc. Fasten the canvas down
securely so wind cannot remove it or cause
chafing of the hull superstructure. DO NOT
store the boat in a damp storage enclosure.
Excessive dampness can cause electrical
problems, corrosion, and excessive mildew.
DO NOT use the bimini top or convertible
top canvas in place of the winter storage
cover. The life of these tops can be short-
ened if exposed to harsh weather elements
for long periods.
NOTICE
Make sure the leg drain holes are clear
when the boat is laid up for the winter.
Water trapped inside the hardtop,
tower or radar arch legs can freeze
and cause the legs to split.