MOORINg / dOCkINg
1.
Always moor the boat away from rocks and sharp objects.
2.
Make sure the motor is raised.
3.
Always moor in water sufficiently deep to avoid damaging the hull.
4.
Never moor the boat against a dock that is not equipped with hull-protecting bumpers
TRIM AdjuSTMENTS
1.
Different load conditions may require different trim angle settings. When the drive
unit (propeller) is closet to the transom, it will tend to push the bow down when
power is applied. If the bow digs excessively into the water, shift some of the weight
to the stern and / or move the propeller further away from the transom. On the
contrary, if the propeller is too far from the transom, the bow will rise excessively
when power is applied. In this case, move some weight forward in the boat and / or
bring the propeller closer to the transom.
2.
Performance depends on the relation between proper weight distribution, trim angle
and engine horsepower.
STORAgE
SHORT TERM
1.
Insert weather caps in the bow and stern trolling motor sockets.
2.
Boat equipped with a navigational stern light; insert a weather cap in the light base.
LONg TERM
1.
Pull the boat out of water.
2.
Remove the drain plugs and stand the boat on its bow to remove any water accumulation.
3.
Remove motor, fuel tank(s), battery, swivel seats, cushions, oars or paddles and all
other accessories, empty livewell completely and store these pieces properly.
4.
Set the boat upside down on a level ground.
5.
Cover the boat with a trap or canvas.
6.
Never store the boat on sawhorses or comparable supports.
7.
Avoid prolonged, unnecessary exposure to the sun, as this may damage the boat cosmetics.
CARE ANd MAINTENANCE
The best way to clean your boat is to wash it with lukewarm water and mild soap. Do not
use harsh abrasives. Regular cleaning will keep your boat looking like new. Never attempt
to paint the boat because it will not stick to the hull.
MOdELS EquIPPEd WITH AERATOR PuMP (LIvEWELL):
1.
The removable pump sits at the bottom of the livewell on a removable filter which in turn
is snapped onto the base. To access the pump and clean the filter simply twist the filter ¼
turn counterclockwise. The filter will snap out of the base and expose both the filter and the
pump for servicing and cleaning. To reassemble, align filter with base and twist the filter ¼
turn clockwise to snap in place.
2.
Check to make sure the butt connectors for the wire that leads to the pump are up and out
of water.
CAuTION
Some water may accumulate between the hull and deck due to
rain, extended wave action, or condensation. This is not a defect. To
drain, remove the drain plug (located at the bow under the rubrail)
and tip the boat on its bow.
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