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Seasonal Maintenance

to powder coated aluminum to protect it during

storage periods.

CAUTION

ALWAYS MAKE SURE THE LEG DRAIN HOLES ARE CLEAR
WHEN THE BOAT IS LAID UP FOR THE WINTER. WATER
TRAPPED INSIDE THE HARDTOP OR TOWER LEGS COULD
FREEZE AND CAUSE THE LEGS TO SPLIT.

Special Notes Prior To Winter Storage

If the boat will be in outside storage, properly sup-

port a storage cover and secure it over the boat. It

is best to have a frame built over the boat to sup-

port 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 wind cannot remove it or cause chafing

of the hull superstructure. Do not store the boat

in a damp storage enclosure. Excessive damp-

ness can cause electrical problems, corrosion, and

excessive mildew.

Whenever possible, do not use a sun shade or

other boat canvas in place of a winter storage

cover. The life of these canvases may be sig-

nificantly shortened if exposed to harsh weather

elements for long periods.

CAUTION

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 ven-

tilation. It is very important that there is enough

ventilation both inside the boat and around the

boat.

Notice:

If the boat is to be stored indoors or out-

doors, open all interior drawers, clothes lock-

ers, cabinets, and doors a little. If possible,

remove the upholstery, mattresses, cloth-

ing, and rugs. Then hang a commercially

available mildew protector in the interior

compartments.

14.7 Recommissioning

WARNING

DO NOT OPERATE THE BOAT UNLESS IT IS COMPLETELY
A S S E M B L E D. K E E P A L L FA S T E N E R S T I G H T. K E E P
ADJUSTMENTS ACCORDING TO SPECIFICATIONS.

Notice:

It is important and recommended that the

fitting out procedure for the marine gear be

done by a qualified service person. Read the

engine owner’s manual for the recommended

procedure.

CAUTION

BEFORE LAUNCHING THE BOAT, MAKE SURE THE HULL DRAIN
PLUG IS INSTALLED.

WARNING

MAKE SURE THE GENERATOR MUFFLER HAS NOT BEEN
DAMAGED DURING WINTER STORAGE AND THAT THE DRAIN
PLUG IS INSTALLED AND PROPERLY TIGHTENED. LOOSE
OR MISSING DRAIN PLUGS AND DAMAGED OR LEAKING
MUFFLERS OR EXHAUST HOSES WILL ALLOW CARBON
MONOXIDE, ENGINE GASES AND WATER INTO THE BILGE
CREATING A POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS CONDITION.

Notice:

Not all generator mufflers are equipped with

drain plugs.

Reactivating The Boat After Storage:

• Charge and install the batteries.

• Install the drain plug(s) in the hull.

• Check the engines for damage and follow the

manufacturer’s instructions for recommis-

sioning.

• Check the mounting bolts for the engines to

make sure they are tight.

• Perform all routine maintenance.