Lagoon 39 - Laying up; Protection

WINTER STORAGE
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WINTER STORAGE
- Install an air dehumidifier in the saloon and leave the cabin and sto-
rage unit doors open (stowage cupboards, icebox).
- Leave the cushions outside for long before putting them back into the
boat in the upright and side position in order to have minimum contact
surfaces.
- Drain and clean the bilges.
- Possibly place the floorboards in a vertical position to make possible
the ventilation of the different compartments.
- Open the refrigerators / freezer doors.
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OUTSIDE
- Carefully drain the cockpit shower.
- Thoroughly rinse the hull and deck.
- Lubricate all the mechanical and mobile parts with vaseline (bolts,
hinges, locks, etc.).
- Protect all ropes and mooring lines against chafing.
- Protect the boat to the highest degree with fenders.
- Make sure the boat is properly moored.
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ENGINES
The engines winterizing has to be prepared by a specialist.
The preparation for winterizing is different according to the place
where the boat will be stored - either in the water or on the shore.
n 9.1 Laying up
- Take ashore all the ship’s log, the ropes that are not used for mooring
her, the galley equipment, supplies, clothes, the safety equipment.
- Check the expiry dates of the safety equipment.
- Have the liferaft overhauled.
Take advantage of this laying up to draw up a complete inventory of
the equipment.
n 9.2 Protection
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WATER SYSTEM
- Drain the fresh water system.
Let water run from the taps until the system runs dry.
Check that there is no water left in the pipes and hoses (possible low
points).
- Take off the filters, remove the water.
Clean the filters if necessary then put them back.
- Drain the water heater.
Check that there is no water left.
Close the drain.
- Lubricate all the water inlet valves and sea cock fittings.
- Rinse and completely drain the toilets bowls.
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INSIDE
- Seal air inlets as much as you can.
LAGOON 39
RECOMMENDATION
All these recommendations do not make up an
exhaustive list. Your dealer will give you the advice
you need and will carry out the technical maintenance
of your boat.