PURSUIT 2470 CENTER CONSOLE Owner's Manual page 91

Bilge
Coat all metal components, wire busses, and connector plugs in the bilge with a protecting oil.
It is also important to protect all pumps, seacocks and steering components.
The bilge pump and bilge pump lines must be completely free of water and dried out when the
boat is laid-up for the winter in climates where freezing occurs. Compartments in the bilge that
will not drain completely should be pumped out and then sponged until completely free of water.
Dry the hull bilge and self-bailing cockpit troughs. Water freezing in these areas could cause
damage.
T-Top
It is imperative that all drain holes in the legs are open and that the legs are completely free of
water. Remove the canvas and thoroughly clean and store in a safe, dry place. Remove all
electronics. Coat all wire connectors and bus bars in the helm compartment with a protecting oil.
Remove the acrylic canvas and coat the aluminum with a metal protector like Aluma Guard
wax.
ALWAYS MAKE SURE THE LEG DRAIN HOLES ARE CLEAR WHEN THE BOAT
IS LAID UP FOR THE WINTER. WATER TRAPPED INSIDE THE HARDTOP OR
RADAR ARCH LEGS COULD FREEZE AND CAUSE THE LEGS TO SPLIT.
Special Notes Prior To Winter Storage
If the boat will be in outside storage, properly support a storage cover and secure it over the boat.
It is best to have a frame built over the boat to support the canvas. It should be a few inches wider
than the boat so the canvas will clear the rails and allow passage of air. If this cover is fastened
too tightly there will be inadequate ventilation and this can lead to mildew, moisture accumula-
tion, etc. It is essential to fasten the canvas down securely so that the winds cannot remove it or
cause chafing of the hull superstructure. Do not store the boat in a damp storage enclosure.
Excessive dampness can cause electrical problems, corrosion, and excessive mildew.
Whenever possible, do not use the bimini top or convertible top canvas in place of the winter
storage cover. The life of these canvases may be significantly shortened if exposed to harsh
weather elements for long periods.
PLACING AN ELECTRIC OR FUEL BURNING HEATING UNIT IN THE BOAT CAN
BE POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS AND IS NOT RECOMMENDED.
Proper storage is very important to prevent serious damage to the boat. If the boat is to be stored
indoors, make sure the building has enough ventilation. It is very important that there is enough
ventilation both inside the boat and around the boat.
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