Boat Storage - Cal Boats CAL 27 Mk III Owner's Manual

Whenever a boat is pulled from the water, for work or storage, care must be taken to
provide adequate and proper support of the hull . This is especially true of fin-keel sailboats .
It is not recommended that the weight of the boat be rested solely on the keel . Because of
the small area of the keel bottom, the localized loads on the hull in the area of the keel would
be severe, and could result in permanent damage to the shape or structure of the boat .
If poppets are used for support, they should be located so that the pads are under bulk-
heads, berth fronts or pan stringers, so that the load is dispersed (See Docking Plan) .
Failure to properly position the poppets could result in hull depression . Be sure to use an
adequate number of supports, and locate them to prevent the boat from tipping fore or aft . A
storage cradle designed for this boat is available through your Cal dealer .
When hauling any boat with a propeller shaft, be sure to disconnect the coupling before
lifting the boat . This will prevent bending of the shaft as the boat changes shape when lifted .
DO NOT CAREEN A FIN-KEEL SAILBOAT . THE HULL, KEEL, AND RUDDER SHOULD SURVIVE
ANY ACCIDENTAL GROUNDING . HOWEVER, CARE MUST BE TAKEN TO KEEP THE BOAT AS
BALANCED AND UPRIGHT AS POSSIBLE TO PREVENT EXCESSIVE LOADS .
WARNING: WHEN HAULING, LAUNCHING, AND SAILING NEAR LOW OVERHEAD WIRES,
CARE MUST BE TAKEN THAT THE MAST NOT COME IN CONTACT WITH SUCH WIRES .
CONTACT COULD CAUSE THE MAST TO CONDUCT ELECTRICITY AND CAUSE INJURY OR
DEATH .
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BOAT STORAGE

BOAT STORAGE