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POST-OPERATION CHECKS
Post-Operation Checks
These post-operation procedures are developed to help preserve the long-term appearance and reliability of
your Skeeter boat. Perform these procedures as soon as possible after the boat is loaded back on the trailer
after the day’s use.
Some owners plan to moor their boat seasonally, rather than keeping it on the trailer between uses. The
procedures described in this section may not be possible if your Skeeter boat is moored in the water. Boats
which are moored will require periodic removal from the water to clean the hull and jet pump area. The
frequency of this maintenance will depend upon whether the water is salt or fresh, as well as other local water
conditions.
Leaving the boat in the water for extended periods will accelerate the rate of normal deterioration of the jet pump
components and hull finish. Stray electrical voltage in the water, marine organisms, and saltwater corrosion are a
few of the conditions that can adversely affect the life of many Skeeter boat components.
1. Follow the post operation or storage instructions in your outboard motor’s Owner’s Manual.
2. Wash down the hull, helm, and outboard motor with fresh water. Remove the drain plug at the stern to let
any water drain from the bilge.
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