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rinsing the engine or engine compart-
ment as severe engine damage could
result.
(5) Open the rear platform hatch. (See page
61 for rear platform hatch opening and
closing procedures.)
(6) Remove the access port cap to let any
water drain that has pooled on it. (See
page 124 for access port cap removal
and installation procedures.) If the boat
will be stored on the trailer nearby, leave
the cap out until you prepare to launch
the boat again. If the boat will be trans-
ported on the trailer any distance, tempo-
rarily reinstall the cap and close the hatch
until you get home. Open the hatch again
when you arrive and remove the cap as
before. Leave the cap loose until you plan
to transport the boat on the trailer again.
NOTICE:
Leaving the access port cap
out when you are not using or trans-
porting the boat helps keep it from be-
coming stuck in the access port. (See
page 124 for more information.)
(7) Securely install the hull drain plugs by
tightening them until they stop.
NOTICE:
Before installing the hull drain plugs,
clean the drain plug threads and
O-rings to remove any foreign materi-
als, such as dirt or sand. Otherwise,
the hull drain plugs could be dam-
aged, allowing water to enter the hull.
Check the O-rings on the hull drain
plugs and make sure that the hull
drain plugs are tightened securely be-
fore launching the boat. Otherwise,
water may flood the boat and cause it
to submerge.
(8) Spray the exterior of the engine with
Yamalube Silicone Protectant and Lubri-
cant, or an equivalent. For areas requir-
ing heavy protection, use Yamashield™.
(9) Wax the hull with Yamaclean Spray Wax
or other non-abrasive wax designed for
marine gelcoat.
WARNING! Slippery
surfaces can cause falls and injury. Be
careful not to apply too much wax on
deck and gunwale stepping surfaces.
This will make them slippery.
(10) Wipe all vinyl and rubber components,
such as the seats and engine compart-
ment seals, with Yamaclean Vinyl Dress-
ing or other quality vinyl protectant.
NOTICE:
Some well-known “protec-
tant” products on the market can actu-
ally damage vinyl over time. Consult a
Yamaha Boat Dealer if you want to use
a product other than Yamaclean Vinyl
Protectant.
(11) Vacuum and hose-off the carpeting as
necessary. If needed, use Yamaclean
Carpet Cleaner or other quality brand-
name carpet cleaner product to clean
soiled areas. Roll up the carpet face out
for storage.
NOTICE:
Always dry the
carpet face up. Never roll up the carpet
while wet. Never fold the carpet.
(12) Wash the fabric of the bimini top with a
mild natural soap in lukewarm water, then
rinse. Do not use detergents. Allow to air
dry thoroughly before storage.
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