Winterizing your boat with VoltSense

Why Winter Mode matters

As the boating season winds down, proper winterization becomes critical. For boat owners in Nordic regions and anywhere with cold winters, maintaining battery health and preventing freeze damage are top priorities during the months your vessel sits idle.

VoltSense Winter Mode is designed specifically for this challenge. It extends your device's battery life to 6-12 months while maintaining critical monitoring capabilities, giving you peace of mind throughout the off-season.

What is Winter Mode?

Winter Mode is a low-power monitoring configuration that:

• Reduces update frequency – Checks battery voltage and bilge status once per day instead of hourly
• Pauses GPS tracking – Your boat's location is recorded only when an alert is triggered
• Maintains critical alerts – Bilge pump activation and battery voltage warnings remain active 24/7
• Extends battery life – VoltSense P2's internal battery lasts 6-12 months in this mode

Setting up Winter Mode

Follow these simple steps to enable Winter Mode before you winterize your boat:

1. Enable Winter Mode

Open configuration dashboard from mobile app or web portal and activate Winter Mode.

2. Test your setup

Before winterizing, verify that Winter Mode is working:

• Wait 24 hours and check that you receive a daily status update
• Confirm that your notification settings are correct
• Ensure your phone has push notifications enabled for the VoltSense app

What to expect during winter

Once Winter Mode is active, here's what you'll experience:

• Daily check-ins: You'll receive a status report once per day (if no alerts are triggered)
• Instant alerts: Bilge pump activations or low voltage conditions trigger immediate notifications
• Extended battery life: Your VoltSense P2 will last the entire winter season without recharging
• Peace of mind: Monitor your boat remotely without visiting the marina every week

When to disable Winter Mode

As spring approaches and you prepare to recommission your boat, remember to disable Winter Mode:

1. Open configuration dashboard from mobile app or web portal
2. Deactivate Winter Mode
3. Your device will resume normal hourly monitoring and GPS tracking

Additional winterization tips

While VoltSense Winter Mode handles monitoring, don't forget these essential winterization steps:

• Disconnect non-essential loads: Reduce parasitic drain on your batteries
• Use a battery maintainer: A trickle charger or solar panel can keep batteries topped up
• Inspect bilge pumps: Ensure they're working properly before winter
• Add antifreeze: Protect plumbing systems from freeze damage
• Ventilate the cabin: Prevent moisture buildup and mold growth

With VoltSense Winter Mode, you can enjoy the off-season knowing your boat is monitored and protected. See you on the water next spring! ⛵❄️