Extended Storage - Axis A20 Owner's Manual

When the boat must be lifted, use the correct sling system or the lifting eyes only. Never allow
a lifting device to wrap around the underwater gear as the weight of the boat could cause the sling
to damage the gear. The boat may not be able to withstand the gravitational forces if the boat is
not properly supported.
additional weight could cause failure also.
When using the lifting eyes on the boat, an overhead hoist should be used to lift the boat,
coupled with appropriately rated capacity straps. Each strap has to be rated for the boat weight
or higher. (See the Quick Reference Guide in this Owner's Manual to determine the boat's base
weight, without any added gear.) When lifting the boat, keep the bow slightly higher than the
stern to avoid having any water run into the engine exhaust system.
When using slings, an appropriately rated capacity overhead hoist is required. Multiple slings
at least six (6) inches by twenty (20) feet should be used. As with the lifting eye straps above,
check the Quick Reference Guide in this Owner's Manual to determine the boat's base weight,
without any added gear. An eight-foot spreader bar on each sling will prevent side pressure to the
deck or gunwale molding that can cause damage. Such damage is not covered under warranty.
A storage cradle has to provide proper support to the boat, meaning the boat cannot be
supported by resting the hull on the keel. There can be no gaps between the hull and the cradle
supports. Support of at least 500 square inches is required on boats of less than twenty-five (25)
feet, and at least 600 square inches on boats greater than twenty-five (25) feet.
Protect all underwater gear protruding from the boat hull from damage. None of these
components is rated to support any of the boat's weight.
There are multiple steps required to prevent damage to the boat when it will not be used for
an extended period (more than two weeks), especially during colder-weather months.
Axis recommends having an authorized Axis dealer execute the storage/winterization
process, followed by recommissioning when ready to begin use.
It is important to ensure that all required drive train precautions are taken; for
these, see the engine owner's manual for boats equipped with those engines.
If your engine owner's manual indicates the use of a gasoline stabilizer, bear in mind
that all gasoline stabilizers have a limited life, Be sure to review the requirements as
stated on packaging or seek assistance from your authorized Axis dealer in determining
how long and under what conditions you can reasonably expect the stabilizer to serve
as designed.
Gasoline should never be stored for a period to exceed six (6) months. If it is
necessary to remove gasoline from the tank and dispose of it, be certain to do so in
compliance with local, state and federal environmental laws/rules/ordinances.
All water than can be removed from the boat must be. This includes water in the engine, ballast
and bilge areas. Water that is not removed may freeze. Expansion and contraction that takes place
as a result will damage affected areas of the boat. Such damage is not covered under warranty.
This damage can be extensive and very expensive to repair.
If the batteries are removed for storage, they should be fully charged prior to removal. Batteries
should be stored in cool (but not cold), dry locations. Never store batteries near heat devices or
anything that causes a spark or electrical charge. Fully recharge the battery prior to reinstallation.
(NOTE: If the battery is removed from the boat, the automatic bilge system will not operate
and water will not be discharged from the bilge. Therefore, boats that are stored in water must not
have the batteries removed.)
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Owners
Manual
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Never use the ski pylon or tower as part of the lifting process. These
components are not designed to be utilized at any time or any point
in the lifting process. Never use the cleats for lifting either. Never lift
the boat with any water in the ballast or bilge systems of the boat. The
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