13.3 Trailer transportation and lifting
Before loading the trailer:
Make sure you do not exceed the boat's calculated trailer transport weight. See Technical specifications.
Remove all excess load and pump out as much bilge water as possible.
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Drain out any water left in the bilge through the rear plug when the boat is out of the water.
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Remember to reattach the plug before launching the boat.
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Make sure the trailer is suitable for the boat and has a sufficient number of support guides to reduce point loads.
A trailer in poor condition or one that is not rated for the boat's weight could cause a traffic hazard.
When the boat is out of the water in hot weather, the fuel in the tank evaporates. This can cause the tank to expand and result in fuel leaks.
Make sure the tank is not completely full when the boat is out of the water.
Placing the boat on the trailer:
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Adjust the trailer’s longside support guides so that the main weight of the boat rests on the keel support.
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Use only the trailer eye on the bow for pulling the boat onto the trailer as the mooring points are not designed for this.
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If you want to lift the boat, take extra caution. See Lifting in this section for more details.
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Fasten the boat securely to the trailer before transporting the boat on the road. Always use trailer hooks, if provided, to secure the boat to the trailer. Insert pads between the boat and fastening lines to protect the boat.
Before road transportation:
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Raise the engine all the way up.
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Make sure that there are no loose items on the boat that can fall off during transport.
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Make sure your towing vehicle has high enough rated towing capacity for the loaded trailer. See the vehicle's registration certificate for its towing capacity.
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Make sure your driver's license allows you to drive the combination of your vehicle and trailer.
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When towing the trailer the weight should rest slightly on the towing bar.
After transportation:
To avoid corrosion of the hull, wash the boat with fresh water after transportation on roads that have been salted.
When lifting the boat, consider the following:
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Only use a professional crane operator for lifting the boat.
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Make sure that the crane and lifting implements have sufficient lifting capacity.
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Do not use chains for lifting. Only use straps.
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Make sure the straps go under the keel when lifting. Never lift the boat using the mooring points.
Never go under the boat when it is being lifted.