SAFE BOATING CHECK LIST.
General Checklist:
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Check tow coupling is secured properly, safety chain on and wheel nuts are tight.
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Visually check around the trailer. Current W.O.F?
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Motor in up position and travel bar in position.
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Life Jackets and safety gear for all persons on board.
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Fuel tank & reserve can full.
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VHF radio and or cell-phone aboard.
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Flares.
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Tell someone your approximate time of return and number of people on board.
Check list after boating:
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Report your safe arrival to the person you advised prior.
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Flush Motor with fresh water (see your motor guide).
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Wash down hull with fresh water and mild detergent to remove dried salt deposits.
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Stains and marks on paintwork can be removed with polish.
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Remove all wet upholstery where possible and dry out thoroughly.
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Ensure boat is stored in bow up position if outside to allow adequate draining.
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Remove main Bung at transom lower (main Drain).
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Periodically check all other inside drain bungs for water ingress.
Trailers:
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Check trailer over regularly, Always wash down after salt-water use.
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At least annually remove and check Wheel Bearings and repack with Marine Grease.
Anodes:
Steering:
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Check Bullhorn Nuts & Main bolt and Locknut to motor.
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Check for Oil leaks and check oil level.
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Do not tighten Block Hose brass nuts if oil is leaking, instead contact our workshop directly.
Accessories:
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way we can.
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