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ALWAYS MAKE SURE THE LEG DRAIN HOLES ARE CLEAR WHEN THE BOAT IS LAID
UP FOR THE WINTER. WATER TRAPPED INSIDE THE HARDTOP, TOWER LEGS COULD
FREEZE AND CAUSE THE LEGS TO SPLIT.
TOWER (if installed)
It is imperative that all drain holes in the tower and hardtop legs are open and completely free of water. Tower
basket drains should be checked and clear of debris. Remove the tower sun shade, if installed, the belly band
or other upholstery 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. Cover the tower basket with a tarp
and secure it properly.
Clean the aluminum frame with soap and water and dry thoroughly. Apply an aluminum metal protector to
the entire frame to reduce corrosion and pitting.
COVERING FOR 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 BILGE AREA CAN
BE POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS AND IS NOT RECOMMENDED.
Proper storage is very important to prevent serious damage to the boat. If the boat is to be stored indoors,
make sure the building has enough ventilation. It is very important that there is enough ventilation both inside
the boat and around the boat. If the boat is to be stored indoors or outdoors, open all drawers, clothes lockers,
cabinets, and doors a little. If possible, remove the upholstery, mattresses, clothing, and rugs. Then hang a
commercially available mildew protector in the cabin.