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some environments. The grain structure of stainless, when modified by welding processes, has
increased susceptibility to micro-corrosion (invisible to the unaided eye) and cracking.
Our most helpful recommendation is that you give your stainless steel hardware the same attention that
you would use to maintain other materials on your boat. Regular fresh-water washing with a mild
abrasive cleaner will keep your stainless bright and beautiful.
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Always clean stainless frequently with soap and water. Any cleaner safe for glass is
usually safe for stainless
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Always remove rust spots as soon as possible with a stainless, brass, silver or chrome
cleaner. Irreversible pitting will develop under rust that remains on stainless for any
period of time.
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Always use a cleaner, like a good car wax, for added beauty and protection.
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Never use coarse abrasives like sandpaper or steel wool on stainless as these can cause
rusting.
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Never clean with acids or bleaches.
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Never leave stainless in contact with iron, steel or other metals, which cause
contamination leading to rust or corrosion.
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Always protect with a wax, especially around welds to guard against micro-corrosion,
cracking and rust spots.
Additional information from Romac and G. G. Schmitt and Sons is included in your owner’s package.
Corrosion Protection
Spray all electrical connections with a good quality corrosion guard annually and whenever an electrical
connection is repaired or replaced.
If you moor your Pro-Line in salt water for extended periods, be sure to check the transom mounted anti-
corrosion anode often for operation. Check the electrical connections (green wire) on all metallic fittings
with anode for conductivity with an ohmmeter. Make sure the anode surface is exposed and not caked
with corrosion and scale. Renew the anode if it is more than 50% eroded. Your motor and/or drive unit
have a sacrificial zinc anode to mitigate the effects of electrolysis which causes corrosion. Maintain this
anode in accordance with the maintenance schedule in your engine manual.
Windshield
The windshield is made of Plexiglass. To clean the windshield:
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Rinse with fresh water to remove as much grime as possible
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Do not grind dirt, soil, saltwater residue, etc. into the windshield, as this will permanently
damage the windshield.
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If further cleaning is required, the windshield manufacturer recommends cleaning the
windshield with a mild soap (preferably Ivory liquid soap), lukewarm water and a soft
cloth. Make sure that there is no cross contamination on the cloth. Allow the windshield
to air dry. If you feel that you must dry the windshield, use only a very very soft cloth.
Note: Do not clean the windshield with any window cleaner designed specifically for
glass windows or any cleaner containing harsh chemicals such as ammonia or alcohol as
this will permanently damage the windshield.
