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A25 Owner’s Manual

COBALT

A25

BOWRIDER

ECTION

CORROSION PROTECTION

CorrosionX

One of the issues associated with owning a boat is
corrosion, which, ironically, is often caused directly
by the marine environment. If you operate a boat in
salt water, you will be surprised by the excessive
corrosion in just a few weeks. Since we recognize
that your purchase of a Cobalt boat was a major
financial decision, we want you to be happy with
your choice for years to come. After consulting with
our dealers and operators throughout the country,
we found that regular applications of a product
called CorrosionX will keep your boat operating at
peak efficiency, free of corrosion. To assist you, we
have included a small can of CorrosionX in the
optional saltwater kit. Minimally, it should be applied
to the following areas and components in the time
frames specified:

Topside

Spray or wipe a light coat of CorrosionX on all rails,
stanchions, cleats, cleat bolts and other metal
fixtures/fittings up on deck. Treat hinges, locks,
closure mechanisms and sliding tracks of doors
and windows. If sprayed on, wipe with cloth to
remove excess. A very light coat is all it takes and it
should be applied every two months if operating in
salt water and every four months in freshwater
operations.

Inside the Bulkhead

Once a year, spray electrical connections, fuse
panels and antenna bases. Light sockets should be
treated at two- or three-month intervals. Every six
months, treat plumbing connections in the galley
and head areas. Once a year, apply to hinges,
locks and sliding tracks of doors and windows to
keep them properly lubricated and functioning
smoothly.

Other Areas

Treat hydraulic cylinder shafts for steering and
other operating mechanisms once a month. Spray
the entire engine, including engine mounts, every
six months. Treat the bilge pump housing and
connections plus other items in the bilge area once
every three months. Thru-hull fittings and seacocks
should also be treated every three months. Fuel
line fittings at the fuel tank should be treated every
six months.

CorrosionX is a multi-functional product with
universal application. A good rule of thumb: if it
rusts or corrodes, if it needs lubricating or if it is
rusted shut and needs to be broken apart, it is a
potential application. If you have any questions
about CorrosionX, check the manufacturer’s web
site:

http://www.corrosionx.com or
call 800-638-7361.

Corrosion destroys underwater metal parts and can
occur in fresh or salt water. Salt, brackish and
polluted waters will accelerate corrosion.

Galvanic Corrosion

Galvanic corrosion (electrolysis) can result in
serious damage to any metal component of your
Cobalt boat that is in the water. Galvanic corrosion
is the deterioration of metals due to the effects of
electrolytic action. When dissimilar metals are
immersed in a conductive fluid such as salt water,
an electric current is produced, similar to the action
of a battery. The softest of the metals will be the
first to become damaged.

Galvanic corrosion can occur in fresh or salt water;
however, salt, brackish and polluted waters
accelerate galvanic corrosion.

A self-sacrificing anode can be mounted to your
Cobalt boat to help prevent damage to metal
components from galvanic corrosion. The anode
will require frequent inspections. If the anode
shows deterioration of 50% or more, it must be
replaced for continued protection.