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\"\" Storage & Maintenance \u2013 Annual Checklist<\/strong><\/h2>\n

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Here\u2019s a handy checklist to review once a year. We suggest you take a look at this before summer, when you are likely to use the boat more often and for longer periods.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Fire Extinguishers<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
    \n
  • Do you have all required quantities and types of fire extinguishers?<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Have they been checked within the past year?<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Are serviceable units tagged by a licensed facility?<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Are units accessible?<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Is at least one accessible from the helm or cockpit?<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Are you and your crew familiar with their operation?<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

    Safety Equipment<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
      \n
    • Lifelines or rails in good condition.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • Stanchions or pulpit securely mounted.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • Hardware tight and sealed at deck.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • Grab rails secure and free of corrosion or snags that may catch your hands.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • Non-skid surfaces free from accumulated dirt or excess wear.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

      Fuel System<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
        \n
      • Is the system properly grounded at the filter, tank, deck, pump, etc.?<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      • Is the fuel tank free from rust or contamination?<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      • No leaks from tank, hose or fittings.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      • Hoses free of cracking or stiffness with adequate slack to account for vibration.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      • Is tank secured?<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      • Fuel shut-off valve on tank and at engine.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      • Engine compartment and engine clean and free of oily rags or flammable materials.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      • Blower switch at remote location.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      • Is your fuel system protected from siphoning?<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

        Ground Tackle<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
          \n
        • At least two anchors on board.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
        • Anchor and rope adequate for your boat and bottom conditions.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
        • Tackle properly secured.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
        • Length of chain at anchor.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
        • Thimble on rode and safety wired shackles.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
        • Chafing gear at chocks for extended stays or storm conditions.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
        • Anchor stowed for quick accessibility.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

          Stoves<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
            \n
          • Labelled and designated for marine use.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
          • Properly ventilated to remove carbon monoxide from cabin.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
          • Retainers or rails for pots and pans.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
          • If built-in, properly insulated and free from combustible materials, CNG and LPG (propane).<\/li>\n\n\n\n
          • Stored in separate compartment from vessel\u2019s interior and engine room.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
          • Tightly secured shut-off valve at tank.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
          • Proper labelling and cautions in place at tank location.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
          • Hoses, lines and fittings of approved and inspected type.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
          • Compartment is ventilated overboard and below level of tank base.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

            Electrical System<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
              \n
            • Wiring approved for marine applications.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
            • Is system neatly bundled and secured?<\/li>\n\n\n\n
            • Protected against chafing and strain?<\/li>\n\n\n\n
            • Adequate flex between bulkhead and engine connections.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
            • Clear of exhaust system and bilge.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
            • System is protected by circuit breakers or fuses.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
            • Grounds to zincs if required.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
            • Wire terminals and connections sealed to prevent corrosion.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

              Personal Flotation Devices (PFDs)<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
                \n
              • In addition to your pre-departure inspection of PFDs check for wear or abrasion, weak or torn seams, secure straps and buckles. Some types of PFDs are equipped with inflation devices; check to be sure cartridges are secure and charged.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
              • Bilge Pumps<\/li>\n\n\n\n
              • Will pump(s) adequately remove water in emergency?<\/li>\n\n\n\n
              • Do you have a manual backup?<\/li>\n\n\n\n
              • Are bilges clean and free to circulate (clear limber holes)?<\/li>\n\n\n\n
              • Do you check bilges frequently and not rely on automatic pumps?<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

                Corrosion Prevention<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
                  \n
                • Through-hulls, props, shafts, bearings, rudder fittings, and exposed fastenings free of non-destructive corrosion.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                • Zincs are adequate to provide protection.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                • Through-hulls are properly bonded.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                • Inspect the steering cables, engine control linkage and cables, engine mounts and gear case for corrosion. These items need to be properly lubricated or painted to prevent undue corrosion.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

                  Through-hulls<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
                    \n
                  • Strainers, intakes and exhaust or discharge fittings are free from restrictions such as barnacles, marine growth or debris.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                  • Inspect sea valves for smooth operation.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                  • Handles are attached to valves for quick closure.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                  • Hoses are in good condition and free from cracking.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                  • Double hose-clamps below the waterline.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                  • Anti-siphon valve fitted to marine toilet.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                  • Through-hull plugs are near fittings or attached to hose in case of emergency.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

                    Batteries<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
                      \n
                    • Stored in non-corrosive, liquid tight ventilated containers.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                    • Non-conductive covers are fitted over posts.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                    • Batteries are well secured.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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