11. AFTER SAILING CHECKLIST
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When leaving your Hunter boat at the dock for more than a short time, it is a good idea to review the
following checklist to make sure everything is in order. This will help protect the boat’s components and
add to their attractiveness and usable life.
REFER TO THE DRAWINGS IN THE
DESCRIPTION OF MODEL SECTION OF THIS
MANUAL FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION.
Maintain a full ballast tank to provide
stability
Flake mainsail and cover or remove and
bag
Remove and stow all portable deck
hardware such as winch handles, etc.
Secure the topping lift to the boom and
secure it firmly with the mainsheet
Coil and stow all lines
Close all fuel lines (refer to your
manufacturer’s outboard engine manual for
details)
Switch off the electrical system; if the boat
has the optional battery charger, switch off
the main battery switch
Pump out the bilge and make sure the
optional high water bilge float switch is free
of debris
Check air vents, secure ports and hatches,
and clean deck stainless, especially if you
have operated in saltwater
Make a final check of mooring lines,
fenders, etc.
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