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As the Fall months creep into our calendars, boat owners in cooler climates acknowledge, with sadness, that it’s time to put the boat away.
Outside Storage?
It’s a thought and an option but consider that you may be threatened by snow build up, tornadoes or hurricanes. The success of storing your boat outside depends on how well your boat is protected from the conditions outdoors.
Rinse/Flush
Rinsing the outside of your boat and trailer thoroughly with fresh water will remove excess salt. Pay particular attention to your trailer’s leaf springs, wheel hubs and brakes that are constantly submerged during launching and retrieval of your boat.
Flush your engine's cooling system with fresh water in line with your engine manufacturer’s salt removal recommendations. This will minimize corrosion and overheating issues come spring.
Drain your boat of all water – bilge, head, sink lines, water tanks, sea-cocks, and pipes. If you are in an area with extended periods of freezing, put antifreeze in the low parts if there is still some water present.
Salt
Watch out for salt. Buy a good salt remover to minimize corrosion.
Add fuel stabilizer to top off your fuel tanks. Here is one recommended by CLR Marine.
Diesel Formula Fuel Stabilizer & Performance Improver - 32oz *Case of 4*
STA-BIL Diesel Formula Fuel Stabilizer is a diesel additive that keeps fuel fresh for quick, easy starts and maximized for engine performance. Designed for use with all diesel engines, and all diesel fuels, Sta-Bil Fuel Stabilizer Diesel formula prevents sludge and sediment formation, cleans and lubricates fuel injectors to improve performance and helps remove water. It is safe to use and recommended for use at every fill up, with the 32 ounce bottle treating up to 320 gallons of fuel.
Batteries
Remove the batteries from your boat and store in your garage or basement.
Batteries should be connected to a battery charger that will give them a good charge and one that w automatically switches to a float/trickle charge to keep your batteries topped up. Match your charger to the type of battery you are charging. Using a charger manufactured for lead acid batteries to charge an AGM (absorbent glass mat) battery will cause damage to the battery.
If you choose to keep your batteries in the boat, connect a solar trickle charger. These chargers will keep your batteries topped off without the hassle of removing heavy batteries from your boat.
Cleaning
Clean the exterior with the proper fiber glass or wood cleaner needed for your boat. Bright work can be cleaned by removing the wood or cleaning it as it is - installed. Be careful to not get the wood cleaner onto the deck surfaces. The exterior should be dried with a chamois cloth. Vinyl seat cushions and backs should be cleaned with vinyl cleaner. Hard surfaces inside the vessel can be wiped with all purpose cleaners. End your cleaning with a coat of wax to the exterior and polish. Don’t forget the bottom paint.
Before you store, spend the time to give your boat a thorough cleaning. CLR Marine has many products by trusted brands such as Powerhouse, Davis Instruments, Jabsco, Shurhold, and Swobbit, to help winterize and clean. You will be grateful in the spring during launch time that your boat is already clean as the new boating season begins.
Cover Up
If you store outside in your yard, driveway, or a boat yard, a boat cover is a must to prevent damage from winter conditions. Leaving your boat in the water is not recommended. The boat is exposed to rough weather, and has a greater possibility of sinking if you aren’t monitoring it often.
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Circle May 21, 2022, on your calendar. The date is almost ten days before Memorial Day, next year when most harbors open for the season. Start your prep work, tune-ups, sanding, and painting to get out on the water and a great boating season. In the meantime, during the cold winter months, cozy up to the fire and read your boating manuals, new safety regulations and weather information.
Fair winds and smooth sailing.
To obtain more information about the products and services mentioned in this article, please get in touch with CLR Marine https://www.clrmarine.com/.
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Award-winning author Cheryl Kuba has been at the helm for more than 30 years sailing the Great Lakes, with side trips to the British Virgin Islands and St. Maarten.
She has served as past- Commodore of Great Lakes Fleet 21 -Chicago region. 3happycampers.com
©Copyright Cheryl Kuba, 3happycampers.com, 2021.
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Winterizing Boat Supplies
Preparing your boat for winter can take time and effort, but with the right supplies it is much faster and easier. We offer a full range of winterizing boat supplies, including water flushing systems, oil change systems, and more. Come to us for all your winter covers, and de-icers, and make sure you remember your cleaning supplies. Getting your boat clean before you store it away for the cold weather months can help protect the finish and get things going faster in the springtime. We offer options for battery management, along with trailer winches and other trailer accessories.
If you need heaters/dehumidifiers to protect your boat while it is being stored in the wintertime, we can help with that, as well. And be sure you remember to pick up any repair manuals you might need. The winter months are a great time to work on your boat, so it will be ready when the weather warms up and boating season begins again. With the right winterizing boat supplies and cleaning options from brands like Powerhouse, Davis Instruments, Jabsco, Shurhold, Swobbit, and more, you will be on your way to thoroughly protecting your boat when the temperature drops.
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CLR Marine Winterizing Specials
Don't miss out on CLR Marine's Winterizing Sale. Save on your winterizing needs on select products from Caframo, CE Smith, BoatBuckle, Bulldog, Powerhouse, Davis Instruments, DMC, Boatsafe, Xtreme Heaters and ProMariner.
Sale is valid October 1st until October 31st or while supplies last.
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CLR Marine Winterizing Specials
Don't miss out on CLR Marine's Winterizing Sale. Save on your winterizing needs on select products from Caframo, CE Smith, BoatBuckle, Bulldog, Powerhouse, Davis Instruments, DMC, Boatsafe, Xtreme Heaters and ProMariner.
Sale is valid October 1st until October 31st or while supplies last.
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CLR Marine Winterizing Specials
Don't miss out on CLR Marine's Winterizing Sale. Save on your winterizing needs on select products from Caframo, CE Smith, BoatBuckle, Bulldog, Powerhouse, Davis Instruments, DMC, Boatsafe, Xtreme Heaters and ProMariner.
Sale is valid October 1st until October 31st or while supplies last.
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Urgent- Boat Dehumidifier Recall -Urgent
Units
About 2.2 million in the United States and 52,500 in Canada
Description
This recall involves 20, 25, 30, 40, 45, 50, 65 and 70-pint dehumidifiers with brand names Danby, De'Longhi, Fedders, Fellini, Frigidaire, Gree, Kenmore, Norpole, Premiere, Seabreeze, SoleusAir and SuperClima. Recalled model numbers and date codes are listed below. The brand name and the pint capacity are printed on the front of the dehumidifier. The model number and date code are printed on a sticker on the back, front or side of the unit. The dehumidifiers are white, beige, gray or black plastic and measure between 19 and 24 inches tall, 13 and 15 inches wide, and 9 and 11 inches deep.
Danby or Premiere
Model number
Capacity
Date code range
DDR3011
30-pint
All units
DDR30P
30-pint
All units
DDR4511
45-pint
All units
DDR45P
45-pint
All units
DDR6511
65-pint
All units
DDR65CHP
65-pint
All units
De'Longhi or SuperClima
Model number
Capacity
Date code range
DDSE30
30-pint
All units
DDSE40
40-pint
All units
DG50
50-pint
All units
Fedders
Model number
Capacity
Date code range
FEDH-MAH030-C15
30-pint
All units
FEDH-MAH070-C15
70-pint
All units
Fellini
Model number
Capacity
Date code range
13-06030
50-pint
All units
13-06031
70-pint
All units
Frigidaire
Model number
Pint capacity
Date code range
FDB30R1
30-pint
01/07 through 09/08
FDB50R1
50-pint
01/07 through 09/08
FDB70R1
70-pint
01/07 through 09/08
FDD25S1
25-pint
01/07 through 09/08
FDF50S1
50-pint
01/07 through 09/08
FDF70S1
70-pint
01/07 through 09/08
FDL30R1
30-pint
01/07 through 09/08
FDL50R1
50-pint
01/07 through 09/08
FDL50S1
50-pint
01/07 through 09/08
FDL70R1
70-pint
01/07 through 09/08
FDL70S1
70-pint
01/07 through 09/08
FDM30R1
30-pint
01/07 through 09/08
FDR30S1
30-pint
01/07 through 09/08
Gree
Model number
Capacity
Date code range
13-06090
30-pint
All units
13-06091
45-pint
All units
13-06092
50-pint
All units
13-06093
70-pint
All units
GDN20AH-K4EAB1A
20-pint
All units
GDN20AH-K5EBB3A
20-pint
All units
GDN30AE-A3EBA8A
30-pint
All units
GDN30AH-A4EBB1A
30-pint
All units
GDN40AH-A4EBB1A
40-pint
All units
GDN45AH-A3EBB2A
45-pint
All units
GDN50AF-A3EBA8A
50-pint
All units
GDN50AF-A3EBA8B
50-pint
All units
GDN70AF-A3EBA8A
70-pint
All units
GDN70AF-A3EBB3A
70-pint
All units
GDN70AI-A3EBB2A
70-pint
All units
GDNE30AEBA1A8A
30-pint
All units
GDNE40AEBA1A8A
40-Pint
All units
GDNE50AFBA1A8A
50-pint
All units
GDNE65AFBA1A8A
65-pint
All units
Kenmore
Model number
Capacity
Date code range
407.52301210
30-pint
2012-04 through 2012-09
407.52501210
50-pint
2012-04 through 2012-09
407.52701210
70-pint
2012-04 through 2012-09
407.52702210
70-pint
2012-04 through 2012-08
Norpole
Model number
Capacity
Date code range
NPDH30PG
30-pint
All units
Seabreeze
Model number
Capacity
Date code range
DH450S
50-pint
All units
DH470S
70-pint
All units
SoleusAir
Model Number
Capacity
Date code range
CFM-25E
25-pint
All units
CFM-40E
40-pint
All units
DPI-30-03
30-pint
All units
DPI-40-03
40-pint
All units
DPI-50-03
50-pint
All units
DPI-50-30A
50-pint
All units
DPI-70-03
70-pint
All Units
GL-DEH-30-1
30-pint
1211 through 0612
GL-DEH-45-2
45-pint
1211 through 0612
GL-DEH-50-2L2
50-pint
1211 through 0612
GL-DEH-50-2Q2
50-pint
1211 through 0612
GL-DEH-70-2S2
70-pint
1211 through 0612
GL-DEH-70P-2S2
70-pint
0112 through 0612
GM-DEH-30M-1L2
30-pint
010512 through 061412
GM-DEH-30M-1R2
30-pint
010512 through 061412
GM-DEH-45-1
45-pint
122511 through 062112
GM-DEH-70-1S2
70-pint
010512 through 062112
SG-DEH-25-4
25-pint
032711 through 081712
SG-DEH-30-2
30-pint
032711 through 050712
SG-DEH-30B-1
30-pint
011210 through 041310
SG-DEH-30M-1
30-pint
010210 through 071512
SG-DEH-30M-1A
30-pint
121510 through 111011
SG-DEH-30M-1L2
30-pint
010510 through 071512
SG-DEH-30M-1R2
30-pint
010510 through 071512
SG-DEH-45-1
45-pint
010210 through 071512
SG-DEH-45-1A
45-pint
121510 through 111011
SG-DEH-45-2
45-pint
032711 through 050712
SG-DEH-50-2
50-pint
010712 through 010712
SG-DEH-70-1
70-pint
010210 through 071512
SG-DEH-70-1A
70-pint
121510 through 111011
SG-DEH-70-2
70-pint
032711 through 050712
SG-DEH-70-2S2
70-pint
032711 through 050712
Incidents/Injuries
The firms have received reports of 325 incidents, including 71 fires and $2,725,000 in property damage.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately turn off and unplug the dehumidifiers and contact Gree to receive a refund.
Sold at
AAFES, HH Gregg, Home Depot, Kmart, Lowe's, Menards, Mills Fleet Farm, Sam's Club, Sears and other stores nationwide and in Canada, and online at Amazon.com and Ebay.com, from January 2005 through August 2013 for between $110 and $400.
Importer
Airwell of France; CNA of Wood Dale, Ill.; Danby of Ontario, Canada; De'Longhi of Italy; Frigidaire, of Charlotte, N.C.; Gree USA Sales Ltd. of City of Industry, Calif.; IRP of Pineville, N.C.; MJC America Ltd. dba Soleus International Inc. of Walnut, Calif.; and Sunrise of Quebec, Canada.
Manufacturer
Gree Electric Appliances, of China
Manufactured in
China
The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission is charged with protecting the public from unreasonable risks of injury or death associated with the use of thousands of types of consumer products under the agency's jurisdiction. Deaths, injuries, and property damage from consumer product incidents cost the nation more than $1 trillion annually. CPSC is committed to protecting consumers and families from products that pose a fire, electrical, chemical or mechanical hazard. CPSC's work to help ensure the safety of consumer products - such as toys, cribs, power tools, cigarette lighters and household chemicals -– contributed to a decline in the rate of deaths and injuries associated with consumer products over the past 40 years.
Federal law bars any person from selling products subject to a publicly-announced voluntary recall by a manufacturer or a mandatory recall ordered by the Commission.
To report a dangerous product or a product-related injury go online to www.SaferProducts.gov or call CPSC's Hotline at (800) 638-2772 or teletypewriter at (301) 595-7054 for the hearing impaired. Consumers can obtain news release and recall information at www.cpsc.gov, on Twitter @OnSafety or by subscribing to CPSC's free e-mail newsletters.
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It's that time again when Old Man Winter is shortening or ending our sailing season. Maybe you store your boat in a garage, barn, or at a marina. Now is the time to brush up on safe and useful storage tips.
1. When packing up, clean your electronics with a microfiber cloth by wiping down buttons and screens. A soft cloth is recommended with bottled water to clean screens that may have been stained by saltwater. Screen cleaners will not do the job. You may want to document the wiring so that installation is easy when you are ready to launch.
2. Drain your boat of all water – bilge, head, sink lines, water tanks, sea-cocks, and pipes. If you are in an area with extended periods of freezing, put antifreeze in the low parts if there is still some water present.
3. Remove all batteries. Charge your batteries, clean the terminals, and put a light coat of grease on the terminals. Store your batteries in a warm, dry place. Not in the boat.
4. Winterize the engine:
Use fresh water to flush the engine, including the cooling system, to remove corrosion, dirt, salt, and residue
Refill the cooling system with antifreeze.
Warm up the engine to loosen impurities.
Replace the oil and filters.
Look for the residue of old oil.
Remove and store all belts.
5. Fill the engine with gas and stabilizer. Run the engine for 15 minutes so that the mixture reaches the engine. If your engine uses E-10 fuel, take extra care in that it absorbs moisture ten times more than typical gasoline. (source: trailervalet.com).
6. A thorough cleaning of the boat before you store is a must, whether you have a small fishing boat or a six-cabin yacht. Soap and water will do a thorough job. Clean lockers, refrigerators, coolers, sinks, and cushions. Open all and allow to dry before you store. Next, clean the entire outside from bow to stern. End your cleaning with a coat of wax to the exterior and polish. Leaving a clean boat will make the launch process a lot easier when it's time.
7. Keeping mold and mildew at bay: Mildew comes from humidity. The best way to reduce humidity is ventilation. Although some skippers button up their boats to be airtight for the winter, there has to be some ventilation source. Use products that absorb moisture such as Damp Rid or purchase a dehumidifier such as Eva-Dry Mini Dehumidifiers. Find and seal any leaks and keep the boat clean. Cover the boat with either shrink wrap or a boat cover.
8. Shrinkwrap or a canvas boat cover? Ratings and opinions from the Hull Truth Boating Forum suggest that canvas covers are a better option for durability and cost. The canvas covers can be used season after season. With shrink wrap covers, there is the cost of installation every year. One source said if you are north of Boston, shrink wrapping is preferable because snow will slide right off the plastic wrap, versus weighing down the canvas. Contributors also felt the boat stays cleaner with shrink wrap.
Remove boat cushions, or not? The jury is out about removing boat cushions. Many skippers remove all cushions and bedding. Others spray the cushion bottoms with anti-mold spray. If keeping cabin cushions on the boat, stand them up on end to reduce the chance of mold. Most important is to keep as much moisture out of the cabin, as mentioned above.
Do everything you can to keep your boat critter-free during the winter. Lock all windows. Many small, rabid animals, especially raccoons, are looking for a warm place to nest for the winter. Raccoons are drawn by any food left in boats and will chew carpeting and cushions. Once inside a locked boat, they have no way to exit since they have most likely fallen from an open window. The messes they leave, including their waste, can be very unpleasant and a costly wake-up call in the spring. Keep mice out by plugging up scuppers and vents. Many skippers use Dryer Fresh Cab rodent repellent hoping the strong scent will repel rodents.
Circle Saturday, May 22, 2021, on your calendar. That is almost ten days before Memorial Day, next year when most harbors open for the season. Start your prep work, tune-ups, sanding, and painting to get out on the water for a great boating season.
Fair Winds. Smooth Sailing
To obtain more information about the products and services mentioned in this article, please contact CLR Marine https://www.clrmarine.com/.
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Award-winning author Cheryl Kuba has been at the helm for more than 30 years sailing the Great Lakes, with side trips to the British Virgin Islands and St. Maarten. She has served as past- Commodore of Great Lakes Fleet 21 -Chicago region. 3happycampers.com
©Copyright Cheryl Kuba, 3happycampers.com
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Winterizing Your Boat
When the boating season is winding down, it's time to start thinking about protecting your valuable recreational asset. The time and effort you spend now will have a definite effect on your boat's performance, or lack of it, and certainly save you time, effort and money come spring. You should remember that your insurance policy may not cover damage done by lack of maintenance or neglect.
The best place for your boat to be during the winter is out of the water, under cover, in a climate-controlled boat storage area. This, however, can be expensive. If don't have this option perhaps you should consider shrink-wrapping your boat. This, too, is a little expensive but provides a very protective cover. Short of these two items, make sure that your boat is well covered with a tarp or some other sturdy cover.
Your first step in winterizing should be to make a checklist of all items that need to be accomplished. Check the owner's manual of both your boat and motor for manufacturer's recommendations on winterization. If you are a new boat owner, perhaps you should employ the assistance of a friend with experience in winterizing or hire a professional to do the job.
CLR Marine sells the winterizing products you will need for winter storage and regular maintence of your boat.
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keywords: Xtreme heaters, boat heater, marine heater, engine heater, heater
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Quick Release Bracket for 450W & 600W Heaters
Install and Remove your Xtreme Heater FAST!
Driven by customer demand, our quick-release bracket was designed specifically for your Xtreme heater and allows you to easily install and remove your heater(s) in seconds, without the need for tools.
Using this bracket, your mounting options include locations you may not have considered due to concern for blocked access to other components in your tight engine space.
For our customers who prefer to leave their heater(s) in place only during the winter months, THIS is the accessory you've been asking for. The quick-release bracket makes it simple to remove the heater for the boating season, leaving just the low-profile bracket installed and ready to go. When winter returns, lock it down, and plug it in!
Features:
Built Xtreme Tough, anodized aluminum construction will not corrode
Provides easy off-season storage, for quick access to engine spaces
Works on ALL Xtreme Heaters built after 2004
Quickly Install and Remove your Heater Without Tools!
One Year Warranty
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CLR Marine October - Get Ready for Winter Specials
Save on all of your winter prep necessities with select products from ProMariner, Marinco, Blue Sea, Johnson Pump, CE Smith, Jabsco, SHURFLO, Meguiar's, Swobbit, Mothers Polish, Shurhold, Davis, DMC, Powerhouse, Fulton, Bulldog, BoatBuckle, CargoBuckle, Tow Ready, Pro Series, Fulton, Reese, TACO, Attwood, Xtreme Heaters, BoatSafe, Caframo, Deeper, Humminbird and StrikeMaster.
*The October Winter Prep Specials are valid now until October 31st, 2016. Closeout items are valid while supplies last.
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CLR Marine October - Get Ready for Winter Specials
Save on all of your winter prep necessities with select products from ProMariner, Marinco, Blue Sea, Johnson Pump, CE Smith, Jabsco, SHURFLO, Meguiar's, Swobbit, Mothers Polish, Shurhold, Davis, DMC, Powerhouse, Fulton, Bulldog, BoatBuckle, CargoBuckle, Tow Ready, Pro Series, Fulton, Reese, TACO, Attwood, Xtreme Heaters, BoatSafe, Caframo, Deeper, Humminbird and StrikeMaster.
*The October Winter Prep Specials are valid now until October 31st, 2016. Closeout items are valid while supplies last.
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Congratulations! You've made it through the heart of the boating season. You survived the demands of the early spring and Memorial Day, you kept your head above water during the busy summer and 4th of July, and now you've just gotten through the last major boating holiday of the season, Labor Day. You might think now is a good time to relax and take it easy... and you would be wrong!
That's because now it's time to prepare for the winter. Your customers need their boats properly winterized to prevent harmful damage during the cold months of the year. You'll need to stock up on plenty of supplies, like impellers, filters and more. And we can help.
CLR Marine is stocked and ready to provide you with all of the necessary parts and supplies you will need for winterizing.
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Quick Release Bracket for 300W Heater
Install and Remove your Xtreme Heater FAST!
Driven by customer demand, our quick-release bracket was designed specifically for your Xtreme heater and allows you to easily install and remove your heater(s) in seconds, without the need for tools.
Using this bracket, your mounting options include locations you may not have considered due to concern for blocked access to other components in your tight engine space.
For our customers who prefer to leave their heater(s) in place only during the winter months, THIS is the accessory you've been asking for. The quick-release bracket makes it simple to remove the heater for the boating season, leaving just the low-profile bracket installed and ready to go. When winter returns, lock it down, and plug it in!
Features:
Built Xtreme Tough, anodized aluminum construction will not corrode
Provides easy off-season storage, for quick access to engine spaces
Works on ALL Xtreme Heaters built after 2004
Quickly Install and Remove your Heater Without Tools!
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