Robertson and caine Leopard 38, Owner'S Manual

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OWNER’S MANUAL
L38 OM 110v Rev0 (11/02/03) Page 54
23. LAY-UP AND WINTERISATION
In the event of the vessel being laid up for any length of time (+/- 2 months or more)
particularly in cold weather, the following must be done:
1.
Remove the batteries for temperate storage.
2. Ensure all the water systems are drained.
3. Open up bilge covers and floorboards for surveilance.
4. Ensure antifreeze is in the engine cooling systems.
5. Check that all seacocks are closed.
6. Empty the fresh water tanks.
7. Leave torches, fire extinguishers and pump handles positioned for easy
access.
8. Ensure that the vessel, and particularly the bilges, are checked regularly.
24. HULL TRANSPORT
In the event of the hull being lifted, slings should be placed at the bulkheads and
adjusted for length to ensure the vessel lifts horizontally.
The yacht may be docked on its keels but must be adequately supported in cradles
fore and aft of the keels.
For transportation the yacht should be supported as shown in drawing
L38/8.0540/1027.
DO NOT SUPPORT THE YACHT ON THE BRIDGEDECK GIRDERS