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(g) Open the inspection ports in the water tanks and clean out and dry the tanks. Place
some baking soda in an open glass container and place in the tank for the winter. Close the
inspection ports once the tanks are cleaned.
(h) When the entire system is drained the bilges should be pumped dry and sponged clean.
It is recommended to pour a pint of antifreeze into the bilge to prevent any water due to
condensation from freezing.
(i) Pour a small quantity of antifreeze mix into the galley sink with the gate valve operating
the hand pump in the "Pump Out" position. Operate the hand pump to run antifreeze mix
through system, then return gate valve to the “Direct Drain" position.
16.7 Auxiliary Pumps
The lines on the discharge side on the icebox pump, shower sump pump and deck wash pump
(if installed), should have the hoses disconnected and drained or run an antifreeze/water mix
through all pumps and lines.
16.8 Bilge Pump
The pump is a diaphragm type Henderson MK-V, U/D 85-2501 capacity,25 gal./min. with a
virtual non-choke ability. In the event of chocking there is a quick release inspection cover on
the back face.
16.9 Gate Valves
All underwater through hull fittings have a gate valve. At lay-up the valves should be cleaned
with fresh water to remove all salts and should be slightly greased.
It is considered good practice to shut down all valves when leaving the yacht for a period of
time. Ensure the valve for the engine water intake is opened before starting.
16.10 Batteries
Remove the batteries from the yacht, fully charge them, and store in a cool and protected place
on a wooden shelf for the winter.
Should batteries remain in the yacht, make absolutely sure they are completely charged to
prevent any frost damage. It is also recommended that batteries be fully disconnected to
prevent any power drainage.
16.11 Upholstery
It is best if the upholstered cushions are removed for the winter and stored in a dry location. If
this is not possible then the cushions should be stood up on end so that there is as much air
circulation as possible to minimize mildew.
16.12 Deck Hardware