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CHAPTER 10
HULL BOTTOM DAMAGE COULD RESULT
FROM THE BOAT NOT BEING POSITIONED
ON THE ROLLERS BUT RESTING
ON THE TRAILER FRAME.
AVOID BACKING TRAILER
TOO FAR INTO THE WATER!
AVOID PERSON INJURY!
DO NOT LET ANYONE STAND NEAR THE WINCH OR
CABLE. THE CABLE COULD BREAK.
Make sure the boat is covered properly and all loose gear is stowed.
On bunk style trailers, watch the bunks to make sure the boat is centered
as they usually do not touch any rollers other than the aft one because
the boat weight is being supported more by the bunks as it is cranked
onto the trailer. Stop cranking the winch when the boat bow contacts
the bow roller. Be sure the winch is in the locked position. Stand back
and visually check to see that the boat is centered on the trailer.
After pulling your boat away from the ramp, be sure to go through all
the checks involved before departure. Reinstall the harness connector
and check the lights, brakes, safety chain, winch, hitch, and tie downs.
Remove the drain plug to exit any excess water in the bilge. Reinstall
the hull drain plug and tighten it. For longer storage periods remove
the drain plug and keep in a plastic bag tied to the steering wheel.
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