PURSUIT 2865 DENALI, Owner'S Manual

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2865 DENALI
Bilge
Coat all metal components, wire busses, and connector plugs in the bilge with a protecting oil.
It is also important to protect all strainers, sea cocks, pumps, and steering components.
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.
Air Conditioner
Disconnect and drain the air conditioner intake and discharge hoses. Remove all water from
the sea strainer and thru hull fitting. Allow all water to drain from the system. The air
conditioner components must be properly winterized by following winterizing procedure in
the air conditioner owner’s manual.
Hard Top and Radar Arch
It is imperative that all drain holes in the legs are open and 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.
ALWAYS MAKE SURE THE LEG DRAIN HOLES ARE CLEAR WHEN THE BOAT IS LAID UP
FOR THE WINTER. WATER TRAPPED INSIDE THE HARDTOP OR RADAR ARCH LEGS
COULD FREEZE AND CAUSE THE LEGS TO SPLIT.
Special Notes Prior To Winter Storage
If the boat will be in outside storage, properly support a storage cover and secure it 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 this can lead to mildew,
moisture accumulation, etc. It is essential to fasten the canvas down securely so that the winds
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.
Whenever possible, do not use the bimini top or convertible top canvas in place
of the winter storage cover. The life of these canvases may be significantly
shortened if exposed to harsh weather elements for long periods.
PLACING AN ELECTRIC OR FUEL BURNING HEATING UNIT IN THE BOAT CAN BE POTEN-
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