Owner`s manual

22 KODIAK
• The cradle must be in the proper fore and aft position to properly support the hull. When the
cradle is in the correct location, the bunks should match the bottom of hull and should not be
putting pressure on the lifting strakes.
BOATS HAVE BEEN DAMAGED BY TRAILERS AND CRADLES THAT DON’T PROPERLY
SUPPORT THE HULL. ALWAYS MAKE SURE THE BUNKS AND ROLLERS ARE ADJUSTED
SO THEY ARE NOT PUTTING PRESSURE ON THE LIFTING STRAKES AND ARE PROVID-
ING ENOUGH SUPPORT FOR THE HULL. HULL DAMAGE RESULTING FROM IMPROPER
CRADLE OR TRAILER SUPPORT IS NOT COVERED BY THE KODIAK WARRANTY.
Preparing The Boat For Storage
• Remove the bilge drain plug, if installed.
• Thoroughly wash the fiberglass exterior, especially the antifouling portion of the bottom.
Remove as much marine growth as possible. Lightly wax the exterior fiberglass components.
• Remove all oxidation from the exterior hardware, and apply a light film of moisture displacing
lubricant.
• Remove the propeller and grease the propeller shaft using light waterproof grease.
• Remove the batteries and store in a cool place. Clean using clear, clean water. Be sure the
batteries have sufficient water and clean terminals. Keep the batteries charged and safe from
freezing throughout the storage period.
• Refer to the Electrical System chapter, for information on the maintenance of the DC electrical
systems.
• Coat all faucets and exposed electrical components in the cockpit with a protecting oil.
• Clean out, totally drain and completely dry the fishboxes and livewells.
• Clean the exterior upholstery with a good vinyl cleaner and dry thoroughly.
• Remove as many cushions and open as many locker doors as possible. Leaving as many of
these areas open as possible will improve the boat’s ventilation during the storage period.
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