ELAN E4 – Owner's manual
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9.6.4. COOKER
Because only a clean cooker is safe, after any use clean the cooker thoroughly including the
burners.
9.6.5. SINK
GRP sinks may be cleaned with a non-abrasive cleaner and sponge.
9.6.6. BILGE STRAINERS AND PUMPS
After cleaning the boat’s interior, proceed to inspect the bilge pump strainer and bilge,
removing the dirt and drying it to prevent odor and mildew.
WARNING: Dirt, hair etc. should not be directly washed into the bilge during any
cleaning process because they may plug the bilge pump and prevent it
from regular functioning.
9.6.7. FUEL AND WATER TANKS
Inspect your tanks for any dirt regularly. Pay particular attention to any dirt accumulating at
the bottom. The best way to clean the tanks is with a vacuum cleaner.
WARNING: Inspect the fuel and water tanks only when you are sure that they are
empty. Never unscrew the inspection hole when the tank is not empty.
10. WINTERISATION
It is recommended that all yachts should be lifted from water annually to allow the hull to
dry out. The GRP that the hull is made of absorbs moisture when immersed in water, which
can result in osmosis.
10.1. BLOCKING THE HULL
A sailing yacht is properly supported when the weight of the hull is resting on the keel. The
purpose of cradle bulkhead is just to keep the boat balanced in an upright position. Before
hauling the boat out, check that the crane straps are positioned on the signed marks on the
hull (see Fig.18).
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