Winterising/Dry Storage - Williams DIESELJET Serie Manuel Du Propriétaire

Winterising/Dry Storage

Store the boat covered in a clean, ventilated
and dry place that is not affected by major
variations in temperature or humidity. For full
information on servicing please refer to
the Yanmar Engine Operator's Manual.
GENERAL
Carry out a thorough inspection of the engine
compartment and bilges to ensure they are
clean and completely dry. If possible, raise the
front of the boat to allow any residual water to
drain towards the stern where it can be easily
removed.
BUOYANCY TUBE
After each use it is advisable to wash down
the tubes with a mild soap and water solution.
Prior to storing over the winter periods, the
buoyancy tubes must be deflated and hosed
down with a mild soap and water solution,
removing any small stones and weed from
the luffing track, then allowed to dry. Use a
proprietary tube cleaner and polish to ensure
optimum condition. Store with the tubes lightly
inflated where possible.
UPHOLSTERY
Where possible, remove all upholstery from
the boat and store in a dry place. Ensure
upholstery is cleaned using a proprietary
upholstery cleaner and is fully dry before
storage.
MAINTENANCE OF THE
HULL AND DECK
Wash the deck in warm water after use,
using a mild detergent and hose down to
remove sand etc. The hull and deck should be
regularly polished using a good quality gelcoat
polish to minimise fade and UV chalking.
BATTERY
The battery used in the Dieseljet is of the
dry cell type. This means that the electrolyte
content is absorbed in a special fabric which
requires no topping up and is leakproof in any
position. When the boat is not being used for
an extended period of time, disconnect the
earth terminal. A trickle-charging device, such
as an Accumate, will extend battery life.
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FUEL SYSTEM
Fuel can contain sediment and water which
will adversely effect the running of the engine.
The fuel tank, fuel filter and fuel separating filter
should all be cleaned/replaced according to
the schedule described in the Yanmar Engine
Operator's Manual.
COOLING SYSTEM
Flush the open loop water circuit to remove
salt, sand, shells and other contaminants
that may be trapped in the raw water cooling
circuit (refer to Exhaust System Flushing
section).
Measure the anti-freeze content of the engine
coolant with a commercially available anti-
freeze tester. A 50/50 mixture of distilled water
to propylene glycol provides sufficient frost
protection to approx. -37°C.
ENGINE OIL CHANGE
It is important to change the oil. Used
engine oil contains water, unburned fuel and
small metal particles. When old oil is left in
the engine for long periods, corrosion and
degradation of bearings within the engine may
occur. Refer to the Yanmar Engine Operator's
Manual for full information.
GREASE CABLES
Grease all control cables at both ends and
exercise to ensure good coverage
GENERAL CORROSION PROTECTION
Apply Vaseline, dielectric grease or a similar
white grease to upholstery press studs and
the running light pole base. Use maintenance
spray on key switch. Apply a proprietary
corrosion guard to the engine, electrical
connections, under the helm and around the
jet pump area.
FOOTWELLS
Remove all footwell drain bungs on 445 and
505 models to prevent rain water becoming
trapped within the boat.