SEALINE F380, Owner'S Manual

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n Hull & Deck - The hull and deck should be washed
off with soap and water to remove salt and grime
that can scuff the fibreglass surfaces. A coat of wax
can be applied to add a protective layer. An overall
cover will offer the best protection for your boat.
o Anodes - Regularly inspect the anodes where
possible to check their rate of corrosion. The rate
of corrosion will vary depending upon the location
of your Sealine. These anodes are supposed to
corrode in order to protect the stern gear. Anodes
should be replaced when approximately 50% of
original size.
p Heating/Air con unit - The unit needs to be
pumped dry to reduce the risk of freezing and
cracking of the various parts. Various methods can
be used to pump a 50/50 solution of antifreeze
through the system. However, by pumping this
solution through the system it will ensure that it
displaces any water that is trapped and eliminate
the possibility of freezing in hidden areas.
A zinc anode has been fitted to the seawater
manifold in the air conditioning system. This needs
to be checked on a regular basis depending on the
area you are and the time in use, exchange if
necessary.
DRAINING THE BOAT
In climates where freezing occurs, it is important that
the bilge be completely drained and dried out when
the boat is laid up for the winter. Some compartments
of the bilge may not drain completely because of the
position of the boat. These areas should be pumped
out and wiped dry or add sufficient antifreeze solution
to the standing water to prevent freezing. The boat's
entire fresh water system must be drained completely.
Open all taps, including the shower controls,
throughout the boat. Open a water connection at the
lowest point in the fresh water system to drain all
pipes. Break the connections at each side of the water
pump, drain the heads. Drain the water heater.
The engine cooling system and the exhaust system
must be free of water if there is a danger of freezing.
Drain plugs are provided in the engine for this
purpose. If it is necessary to break connections in the
exhaust system these must be reconnected
immediately after draining is completed.
CONSULT YOUR ENGINE AND GENERATOR
OPERATORS MANUAL FOR DETAILED
INFORMATION ON PREPARING FOR STORAGE
AND WINTERISING.