Albemarle 288 EXPRESS FISHERMAN, Owner'S Manual

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The hard top frame is not designed to support the weight of
accessories in this area and could be damaged. The legs are
used as the wire chase for lights and antennas mounted to the
top or equipment installed in the electronics box.
The warranty for the hard top will be void if the structure
is modified in any way or if heavy accessories like life rafts
are mounted to the top. Additionally, if items like radar
antennas spotlights and other accessories are mounted in the
wrong location, the warranty could be void. If you intend
to add equipment or make modifications to the hard top,
you should contact Albemarle Customer Service to make
sure the equipment you would like to add or the intended
modification will not void the warranty on the fiberglass top
or the aluminum structure.
Because the aluminum frames vary slightly, the side curtains,
front clear connector and drop curtain are custom made to
each boat at the factory. To install the curtains, slide the front
clear connector into the slide track at the front of the top and
snap it to the windshield beginning with the center snaps. The
clear connector will have to be stretched just enough to pull
out the wrinkles to reach the snaps on the windshield.
Once the clear connector is completely installed, the side
curtains can be put on. Slide the side curtains into the slide
tracks on each side of the top and to the zippers on the front
connector. Snap the curtains to the windshield and deck
beginning with the forward snaps. The side curtains will have
to be stretched slightly to pull out the wrinkles and reach the
snaps.
Slide the drop curtain into the slide track on the back of the
hard top and attach it to the rear of the side curtains. Snap the
drop curtain to the deck and cockpit.
Note: Cold weather can make the clear vinyl material
on the curtains stiff and difficult to stretch to the
snaps. This can be particularly difficult with new
canvas that has been stored off the boat. Laying
the curtains in the sun for 30 minutes during the
heat of the day will make installing them much
easier in cold whether.
Refer to the Routine Maintenance section for more information
on maintaining aluminum fabrications and precautions for
adding additional equipment and fasteners.
9.5 Aftermarket Hardtop or Tower
Albemarle does not recommend installing an aftermarket
hardtop or tower. An improperly designed or installed
fabrication can cause structural damage to the deck and void
the Limited Warranty. Additionally, Albemarle will not be
responsible for any damage resulting from the installation of a
fabrication not installed at the factory. If you intend to install
an aftermarket hardtop or tower on your boat, please contact
your dealer or Albemarle Customer Service.
Hard Top
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