Apex Digital Outlook 180DX Owner's Manual download pdf (Page 172)

STORAGE

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PREPARING BOAT FOR STORAGE

Storage or winter lay-up requires special preparation

to prevent damage to your boat. If the boat is stored in

below freezing temperatures, water inside the boat

and in the livewell systems may freeze causing

damage. Damage to the boat due to improper storage

will not be covered by the warranty. The following

procedures should help prevent damage to your boat.

Remove the drain plug immediately after taking the

boat out of the water. After washing, raise the bow of

the boat enough to allow as much water as possible to

drain while performing the following storage

preparations.

• Thoroughly clean the hull, deck, and interior of the

boat as soon as it is removed from the water.

Cleaning at this time is easier because the marine

growth is still wet. Be sure to allow for a couple of

days of air drying to prevent mildew due to trapped

air. See GENERAL MAINTENANCE, in Section 11.

• Drain the livewell system. See LIVEWELL

DRAINING on page 3-39.

• Apply wax to the entire surface of the boat. See

GENERAL MAINTENANCE, in Section 11.

• Remove the batteries from the boat. Clean, fully

charge, and store them in an area not subject to

freezing temperatures. DO NOT store batteries

close to heat, spark, or flame producing devices.

See BATTERY, in Section 11.

• Perform all scheduled maintenance for the

outboard and the trailer.

• Use proper protection to cover the outboard and

the boat while in storage.

Follow the instructions in the outboard

operator’s manual for off-season storage,

stabilizing the fuel system and stabilizing the oil

injection system, if applicable.

CAUTION

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