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Never clean with mineral acids or bleaches.

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Never leave stainless steel in contact with iron, steel, or other
metals which cause contamination leading to rust or corrosion.

WINDSHIELD AND PORTHOLES

Clean windshield safety glass with a glass cleaner or ammonia
water; then rinse with plenty of clear water.

Important:  Solvents  can  penetrate  glass  or  porthole  surfaces
and  cause  hazing.  Hazing  obstructs  visibility.  Never  use  ace-
tone,  benzine,  carbon  tetrachloride,  lacquer  thinner,  or  similar
solvents to clean glass or portholes.

The canvas or weather covering windows are made of a synthetic
material. Wash any Plexiglass, clear vinyl or other synthetic materi-
als with a mild detergent or dishwashing liquid and water solution,
then rinse with plenty of clear water.

When stowing plastic or vinyl windows, be sure they are dry. Make
sure the vinyl is rolled and not folded or creased. Store them in a
bag that will breathe.

CARPET

After a boating excursion, allow carpet to dry completely in the sun
to prevent mildew.

Vacuum carpeting frequently. Clean up spills as quickly as possible.
Remove spots before they dry. Clean indoor/outdoor carpet with a
mild detergent or dishwashing liquid and warm water solution and a
scrub brush. After cleaning, thoroughly rinse carpet with clear water.
Your owner’s packet has more detailed information provided by the
manufacturer. Follow the manufacturer’s recommendations for
cleaning and stain removal.

SEAT COVERINGS AND VINYL

Because seat coverings and trim are made of expandable vinyl,
extreme temperatures have little effect on them.

Note:  Follow  the  manufacturer’s  recommendations  (found  in
your  owner’s  packet)  for  cleaning  and  seat  covering  and
removing  stains.  These  recommendations  include  the  proper
cleaning methods and cleaning agents.

Care

Place removable exterior cushions inside the boat when they are
not in use.

Cleaning

Remove stains as soon as possible to eliminate any possible reac-
tion between the staining agent and the vinyl. Wipe away dirt and
smudges with mild soap and warm water. If additional cleaning is
required, scrub with a soft bristle brush to remove dirt from textured
patterns. Dry with a soft, lint-free cloth or towel.

Follow manufacturer’s instructions closely. NEVER use steel wool,
powdered abrasive cleaners, or bleaches. They will mar the surface
and leave an unsightly appearance. Never use bleaches or solvents
of any kind on monogram parts. Use mild soap and water. Bleaches
and solvents will cause monograms to fade.

To store cushions onboard boat for winter or extended periods of
time, open zippers and elevate cover away from foam padding.
Place a small rounded object (for example, a plastic bowl) inside to
allow for air circulation.

CANVAS (WEATHER COVERINGS)

The canvas, or weather coverings, are 100% acrylic yarn. Besides
its resistance to mildew, rot and weather, canvas also resists indus-
trial pollutants and the effects of ultraviolet light from the sun.

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