If You Store Your Boat On A Trailer; Recommissioning - Glastron Boats User Manual

6. Clean and thoroughly dry the bilge area. Remove all
rags, sponges, or other cleaning materials from
bilge area.
7. Before storing your boat, make sure all interior areas
are dry, including carpet, upholstery, bilge, cabinets,
etc. Never cover a wet boat for extended periods.
Allow the interior to air out for a few days prior to stor-
age. Failure to dry boat's interior before storage may
cause damage to the interior that is not covered under
the boat's warranty.
8. If you store your boat outside, we recommend that you
do not store with the canvas and bow set on. Cover
with a storage cover, tarp or plastic (available from
Glastron dealers)-especially if you live in an area of
heavy snow. Whatever material you use for a cover, be
sure the boat is properly ventilated.
NOTE: After cleaning, make sure everything is thoroughly
dry and air can circulate freely throughout the inside of
your boat.
IF YOU STORE YOUR BOAT ON A TRAILER
1. Loosen all tie downs to relieve the stress on the hull.
2. Place blocks under the axles if tires are to come in
contact with damp ground.
3. Repack the trailer wheel bearings.
4. Store with the bow up, and remove the drain plug to
allow for any excess water to drain.

RECOMMISSIONING

1. Inspect the fuel system and all associated equipment
for proper connections, corrosion, leaks, or other dam-
age. Always be alert for the odor of fuel vapors.
IMPORTANT: For detailed information concerning
missioning of the engine, refer to your engine manual.
2. Clean battery terminal posts with a wire brush or steel
wool before installing.
3. Check the charge on the battery. Recharge or replace
if necessary.
4. Inspect all battery wiring. Repair or replace if necessary.
5. Attach the battery cables and tighten the cable clamps.
IMPORTANT: Do Not
grade grease before connecting and tightening clamps.
6. Apply petroleum jelly or marine grade grease on posts
and clamps to eliminate air pockets and acid build-up.
7. Coat the hull drain plug threads with petroleum jelly
and reinstall.
8. Clean the bilge area.
9. Reinstall the exhaust drain plug.
10. Inspect all exhaust connections for carbon monoxide
(CO) leakage. Adjust and repair as required.
11. Test the navigational lights and all other lighting
onboard.
12. Inspect all wiring for fraying, wear, loose connections,
and other damage.
13. Inspect all switches, controls, and other related equip-
ment for proper operation.
14. Inspect all safety equipment for proper operation and
physical condition.
6.4
recom-
apply petroleum jelly or marine